137: Balancing Act: Redefining Success in Career and Life with Jessica Galica

Emily and Jamie kick off by chatting about Emily's spontaneous trip to Disney World with her family. From tricking the kids into thinking they're heading to the dentist to keeping the bar low, Emily spills the beans on all the tips she learned to make their first Disney vacay a smash hit. She even manages to convince Jamie (maybe) to brave a flight with her kiddos! The conversation then veers into their bumpy flight experience they had together, dishing on how Emily deals with flying jitters. Spoiler alert: Having good friends along for the ride totally helps!

In this episode, Emily and Jamie are joined by Jessica Galica, author of the book “Leap” and founder of Reclaim Your Career and executive and career coaching for high-performing women and working moms. Jess shares her journey from a traditional corporate career to writing her book after experiencing a career crisis. Despite being successful, Jess felt unfulfilled and wanted to pursue something different. She emphasizes the importance of listening to one's inner voice and aligning career choices with personal fulfillment.

The conversation delves into the emotional aspects of career transitions, with Jess highlighting common themes of dissatisfaction and the struggle to balance personal desires with societal expectations. Drawing from her research and interviews with over 150 women, Jess emphasizes the need for women to acknowledge their desires for change and consider the potential rewards of taking risks. The trio reflects on the pivotal moments that prompt career changes, such as becoming a parent, and the ongoing journey of aligning personal values with career choices.

They discuss how societal expectations impact women's and men's decisions regarding career and family, highlighting the pressure to "do it all" for women and conform to traditional roles for men. Jess emphasizes the importance of challenging these narratives and articulating personal motivations, suggesting that incremental changes can be more sustainable than drastic leaps. They also share resources for further exploration, including Jess's website, book titled "Leap," LinkedIn profile, and podcast "Reclaim Your Career."

In this week’s Ask a NAPS Nurse segment Jamie and Emily answer a question from a parent about the eat-play-sleep routine for a newborn. They explain that as babies grow, they naturally become more alert and interactive, making the eat-play-sleep routine more relevant. However, in the initial weeks, the primary focus is on feeding and sleep, with limited opportunities for structured activities. It's crucial to recognize that each baby is unique, and there's no one-size-fits-all approach to parenting, especially during the early months!

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