S3 E4 Patience, Persistence and Putting Yourself First
Patience and persistence aren’t about hustling harder. Discover how high-achieving women can recover from survival mode with nervous system support.
S3 E4 Patience, Persistence and Putting Yourself First - The Soulie Insider
What if persistence isn’t about pushing harder, but about slowing down, regulating your nervous system, and backing yourself with patience?
In this episode of The Soulie Insider, I’m sharing the truth about patience, persistence, and why putting yourself first isn’t selfish, it’s survival. We often think persistence means grinding and patience means waiting quietly, but when you’re a high-achieving woman, both can tip you into high-functioning burnout if you’re not paying attention to your body’s signals.
You’ll hear me talk about how nervous system dysregulation fuels self-doubt, comparison, and the constant urge to “do more.” I talk about what it feels like to put everything out into the world and still feel invisible, and how to reframe this moment as part of your growth. Through self-compassion, reflection, and connection, you’ll learn how to move from survival mode into genuine stamina.
This conversation isn’t about hustling harder, it’s about embodied healing, somatic recalibration, and slow living for high achievers. By the end, you’ll see how patience and persistence can become powerful allies, helping you chase your dreams without draining your spirit.
Where in your life are you being asked to practise patience and persistence differently? Share your reflections with me on Instagram @gaylewilson_, I’d love to hear how you’re building confidence and stamina without burning out.
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In this episode we cover:
Defining patience and persistence in real life
Why persistence without rest leads to burnout recovery moments
Reframing patience as active self-trust instead of waiting passively
Recognising the role of overfunctioning trauma responses in ambition
What it looks like to put yourself first without guilt
Building resilience through feminine nervous system support
How community and collaboration sustain persistence
Closing reminders to celebrate progress instead of only chasing the end goal
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