In this episode, Marissa is joined by Tamu Thomas.
Tamu is a transformational life coach and former social worker, specialising in helping women achieve work-life harmony by aligning with their nervous system for holistic well-being.
In her groundbreaking new book, Women Who Work Too Much: Break Free from Toxic Productivity, Tamu challenges the societal norms that glorify relentless productivity and burnout. She delves deep into the emotional and psychological factors that keep women trapped in a never-ending cycle of productivity, offering practical strategies for liberation.
Recognised as a thought leader, Tamu has been featured in notable publications such as Vogue and Forbes, and engages a wide audience through her Instagram and podcast.
Marissa and Tamu talk about:
1:30 = 'Women Who Work Too Much' - Why this? Why now?
10:05 = What is Toxic Productivity?
14:08 = Hustle culture and exhaustion as a badge of honour
16:36 =The role of epigenetics and intergenerational trauma
20:20 = Living in 'Survival Mode' and intensity addiction
26:30 = The way we break our own hearts
31:40 = Would you be my friend?
33:33 = If Tamu ruled the world...
Find out more about Tamu's work on her website : https://www.livethreesixty.com/
References =
Break the Cycle : A Guide to Healing Intergenerational Trauma by Dr. Mariel Buqué
Epigenetics = https://developingchild.harvard.edu/resources/what-is-epigenetics-and-how-does-it-relate-to-child-development/