88: How to Balance Hustle and Love?

Have you ever felt like your career is thriving, but your love life is on a permanent waitlist? What if I told you that you don’t have to choose between success and love? High achievers often struggle with feeling balanced, thinking they must sacrifice personal relationships to reach their goals. But the truth is, the right relationship doesn’t slow you down—it supports your ambition. If you’ve ever felt burnt out from juggling work and love or attracted partners who don’t understand your drive, this episode is for you. Discover why ambition and love aren’t opposites—and how to successfully integrate both. Learn practical strategies to maintain work-life balance without guilt or burnout. Find out how to attract partners who celebrate your ambition instead of resenting it. Press play now to learn how to create space for love without losing momentum in your career! Connect with Ericka: Instagram: @bossbabereset Website: bossbabereset.com Check out Episode 86 with Hazell Harve from Carefree Black Girl If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share with your fellow boss babes! Timestamps: 02:00 - Why high-achieving women struggle with relationships 05:00 - The “All or Nothing” mindset and how it holds you back as a high achiever 12:00 - The power of softness and surrender in love 18:00 - Balancing career and relationships through seasons 24:00 - How to be intentional with small moments in love 30:00 - Breaking relationship patterns and attracting the right partner 38:00 - Avoiding emotional burnout and creating space for love 46:00 - The importance of self-love as the foundation for success Key points: high achiever, self-care, feel balanced, burnout, career, love, relationships Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices