When Control Looks Like Leadership (But It's Really Just Exhaustion)
About this episode
Think you're just being thorough? You might be running on identity fatigue.
In this episode of Project Joyful, Tracy explores the subtle ways control masquerades as leadership—and how that pattern slowly depletes your energy, presence, and influence. From late-night reviews to filtered meeting responses, this episode unpacks the hidden cost of leading from tension.
You'll learn:
- Why high-performing women default to control
- The nervous system impact of identity fatigue
- Three practical ways to loosen the grip, without losing your edge
- How to stop managing perception and start leading from clarity
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