The Charlene Gisele Show

From Struggling with ADHD to Building a Successful Law firm with Jodie Hill

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In this powerful episode, I sit down with Jodie Hill — employment lawyer, law firm founder, and mental health advocate — to unpack her incredible journey from breakdown to breakthrough, and how she's revolutionizing the legal profession one vulnerable conversation at a time.
 
From undiagnosed ADHD to founding her own progressive law firm at just 29, Jodie gets brutally honest about her mental health struggles, the shame of panic attacks, and why traditional legal culture is toxic for so many brilliant minds.
 
Whether you're struggling with burnout, suspect you might have ADHD, or want to create a more human workplace, this episode pulls no punches.
 
 What we cover: 
✔️ The real story behind her mental breakdown and recovery 
✔️ How undiagnosed ADHD was fueling her anxiety for years 
✔️ Why ADHD medication is a stimulant (and how it actually works) 
✔️ The toxic culture of billable hours and utilization targets 
✔️ How she built a law firm with zero billable hour requirements 
✔️ Why taking breaks makes you a better leader, not a weak one 
✔️ Her daily ADHD management strategies (from yoga to surfing) 
✔️ How to create psychological safety in high-pressure environments
 
Jodie doesn't just talk about change — she's living proof that you can build a thriving business while prioritizing mental health and authentic leadership.
 
Timestamps: 
 
00:00 – From working class to law firm founder 
05:53 – The mental breakdown that changed everything 
12:45 – Living with undiagnosed ADHD in a high-pressure career 
20:26 – The shame, guilt, and imposter syndrome cycle 
26:17 – How ADHD medication actually works (spoiler: it's not what you think) 
32:00 – Daily ADHD management: movement, routine, and self-awareness 
36:27 – Why she replaced HIIT classes with yoga and surfing 
41:36 – "You're always on holiday" — dealing with judgment as a leader 
45:20 – Breaking the billable hours culture at Thrive Law 
50:48 – How progressive clients are driving legal industry change
 
Resources:
Discover Jodie's work: https://thrivelaw.co.uk
Follow Jodie on Instagram: @iamjodiehill / https://www.instagram.com/iamjodiehill/ 
Connect on LinkedIn and TikTok: @iamjodiehill / https://www.tiktok.com/@iamjodiehill 
Thrive Law socials: @thrive_law / https://www.instagram.com/thrive_law/ 
 
📲 Connect with Me:
🌍 Website: https://charlenegisele.com 
📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/charlenegisele
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charl%C3%A8ne-gis%C3%A8le-bourliout/ 

This Is Why You Can’t Stop Eating Junk Food with Dr. Lisa Wiedeman

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🎙In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dr. Lisa Wiedeman aka. CarnivoreDoctor — eye doctor, carnivore advocate, and recovered food addict — to unpack the hidden drivers behind modern burnout, disordered eating, and our toxic relationship with processed food.
 
From secret binge cycles to carb “sobriety,” Dr. Lisa gets brutally honest about her past struggles with bulimia, her 16-year carnivore lifestyle, and why most of what we’ve been told about health is dead wrong.
 
🧠 Whether you’re battling burnout, hooked on sugar, or curious about the carnivore lifestyle, this episode pulls no punches.
 
✨ What we cover:
✔️ How stress, sugar, and screens are hijacking your health
✔️ Why some foods trigger addiction — and others don’t
✔️ The truth about carbs, cravings, and food freedom
✔️ Why she no longer wears sunglasses (eye-opening insights!)
✔️ What “sober behavior” with food really means
✔️ How you can radically reclaim your energy, clarity, and confidence
 
💥 Dr. Lisa doesn’t just talk theory. She lives it — and her results speak for themselves.
 
👇 Ready to break free from burnout and food chaos? 
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Timestamps: 
00:00 – Why you can’t stop eating junk food
03:02 – Dr. Lisa’s 30-year struggle with binge eating
06:45 – The hidden triggers behind food addiction
11:15 – Carnivore as a tool to stop food noise
16:30 – The “sober eating” approach explained
22:48 – Why keto snacks still keep you hooked
28:10 – Emotional eating vs. true hunger
33:20 – How ultra-processed foods hijack your brain
40:05 – Food, light, and circadian health connection
49:30 – Can your diet really heal your eyes?
56:00 – Lisa’s 3-circle food system: Green, Yellow, Red
01:03:00 – Final advice for breaking the binge cycle
 
Resources:
Discover Dr. Lisa’s work: https://www.carnivore-doctor.com/
Follow Dr. Lisa on Instagram: @carnivoredoctor
Join Dr. Lisa’s Carb Sober Community: https://carnivore-doctor-community.mn.co/
 
📲 Connect with Me:
🌍 Website: charlenegisele.com
📸 Instagram: @charlenegisele
💼 LinkedIn: Charlène Gisèle
 

Stress, Junk Food & Declining Health: Dr. Suneel Dhand on What’s Really Making Us Sick

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In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Dr. Suneel Dhand, a physician and metabolic health expert, to unpack why our modern lifestyle is silently wrecking our health. From ultra-processed foods to chronic stress and toxic hustle culture, Dr. Dhand reveals how these hidden stressors are driving the rise of burnout, inflammation, and disease — even in people who seem healthy.
 
🌿 If you’re always tired, wired, or wondering why your body just isn’t bouncing back the way it used to… this episode could change everything.
 
✨ In this episode, we cover:
✔ What “metabolic health” really means — and why 90% of people don’t have it
✔ How stress is silently hijacking your immune system and heart
✔ Why ultra-processed foods are more dangerous than you think
✔ The connection between burnout and blood sugar crashes
✔ How Dr. Suneel reversed his own health spiral — and how you can too
 
🎓 Ready to recover from burnout and reclaim your energy?
 
👉 Join my signature course, The Burnout Prevention Blueprint – a proven system to stay successful without sacrificing your health.
Resources:
Discover Dr. Suneel’s work: https://www.drsuneeldhand.com/
Follow Dr. Suneel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeldhandmd
Check out his YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drsuneeldhand
📲 Connect with Me:
🌍 Website: charlenegisele.com
📸 Instagram: @charlenegisele
💼 LinkedIn: Charlène Gisèle

Dr. Anna Lembke, The #1 Dopamine Expert on How to Break Free from Addiction & Burnout

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In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dr. Anna Lembke, psychiatrist and author of Dopamine Nation, to unpack the invisible grip dopamine has on our everyday lives.
 
We explore why pleasure and pain are two sides of the same coin, how even “normal” habits like work, social media, or Netflix can spiral into addiction, and what it truly takes to reset your brain’s reward system.
 
🌿 Whether you’re battling burnout, struggling with compulsive behaviors, or curious about the science behind why you can’t put your phone down, this episode offers deep insights and actionable strategies.
 
✨ In this episode, we cover:
✔ Why dopamine drives both pleasure and pain — and how it tips into addiction
✔ How to know if your habits are recreational or addictive
✔ The science of dopamine fasting (and why it’s so hard but so worth it)
✔ How work can become a “drug” — and how to protect your mental health
✔ What Dr. Anna and I have personally done to reset our own dopamine balances
 
🎓 Ready to recover from burnout and reclaim your energy?
 
👉 Join my signature course, The Burnout Prevention Blueprint – a proven system to stay successful without sacrificing your health.
 
Resources:
Get Anna’s books here: https://www.annalembke.com/
 
📲 Connect with Me:
🌍 Website: charlenegisele.com
📸 Instagram: @charlenegisele
💼 LinkedIn: Charlène Gisèle

Metabolism Myths That Are Keeping You Burnt Out & Tired with Justin Nault

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What if everything you’ve been told about weight loss, energy, and productivity is… wrong?
 
In this eye-opening episode, Charlène Gisèle sits down with metabolic health expert and nutritional therapist Justin Nault to debunk the most dangerous myths about metabolism, burnout, and diet culture—especially for high-achieving women over 30.
 
From under-eating and overworking to the truth about carbs, coffee, and cold plunges, this conversation challenges the mainstream wellness advice keeping you tired, wired, and stuck in survival mode.
 
If you’re constantly fatigued, hitting plateaus, or burnt out despite “doing all the right things”—this episode is your wake-up call.
 
“Health isn’t a goal. It’s your starting point. Let’s get you back there.” - Justin Nault 
 
In this episode, you’ll learn:
✔️ Why chronic stress and under-eating damage your metabolism
✔️ The connection between burnout, energy loss, and weight gain
✔️ The truth about sugar, seed oils, and nutrient density
✔️ Why most diets fail—and what your body actually needs
✔️ The difference between hard work and work addiction
✔️ Simple daily upgrades to improve your energy, mood & metabolism
 
🎓 Ready to recover from burnout and reclaim your energy?
 
👉 Join my signature course, The Burnout Prevention Blueprint – a proven system to stay successful without sacrificing your health.
 
Resources:
Get Justin’s products here: https://iamclovis.com/
Follow Justin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinnaultofficial/
Get his free metabolism training video: https://justinnault.com/optin?utm_source=linktree
 
📲 Connect with Me:
 
🌍 Website: charlenegisele.com
📸 Instagram: @charlenegisele
💼 LinkedIn: Charlène Gisèle
 

Is Work Your Drug of Choice? The Hidden Addiction No One Talks About

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We often talk about burnout as the result of stress, long hours, or too many deadlines.
 
But what if… it’s deeper than that?
 
What if burnout is fueled by something more hidden—like work addiction masked as productivity, purpose, or even pride?
 
In this episode, I open up about my personal journey from being a high-performing lawyer to a recovered workaholic—and how work became my socially accepted addiction.
 
You’ll discover:
The subtle signs of work addiction (that most high achievers miss)
Why we glorify “busy” and how it feeds burnout
The emotional cost of overworking—and how it impacts your health, relationships, and identity
What it really means to work hard without harming yourself or those you love
How to start setting boundaries that actually stick
💡 This is for you if you’ve ever said “I’m fine” when deep down, you know you’re running on empty.
 
📌 Resources Mentioned:
🔹 Burnout Prevention Blueprint: https://4db9-coach.systeme.io/40bff908-f3ee65e6 
🔹 Take the Burnout Quiz: https://c7b9bc05k59.typeform.com/to/sIiXEs8a 
🔹 Join the Life Less Burnt Out Community: https://charlenegisele.com/newsletter 
🔹 Work with me 1:1 – Book a Call: https://calendly.com/coach-charlenegisele/strategy-call/ 
 
📲 Connect with Me:
🌍 Website: charlenegisele.com
📸 Instagram: @charlenegisele
💼 LinkedIn: Charlène Gisèle
 
⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 – What would you want more of—and less of—in your life?
01:00 – The loss of perspective during burnout
02:00 – Firefighting mode: how we glorify urgency
03:45 – My personal experience with work addiction
05:00 – The social validation of “busy” culture
06:15 – When work starts to harm your health and relationships
07:00 – Identity tied to achievement: when success becomes survival
08:30 – Signs of compulsive work behavior
10:00 – Guilt when not working? That’s a red flag
11:00 – Creative work vs. compulsive work: knowing the difference
12:15 – Rebuilding healthy boundaries and protecting what matters
13:00 – Is overworking your escape from something deeper?
14:00 – The ripple effect: work addiction and your relationships
15:00 – Why sustainable success is possible—and necessary

Wearing the Wrong Colours? Here’s What It’s Doing to Your Confidence, Energy & Presence

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Have you ever considered that the colours you wear could be shaping not only how others perceive you—but how you feel about yourself? In this vibrant and eye-opening episode, Charlène Gisèle sits down with renowned image consultant and colour expert Anita Feron Clark to explore how mastering your personal colour palette can unlock deeper confidence, presence, and even professional opportunities.
Anita breaks down the science and psychology of colour—how specific tones impact our energy, mood, hormones, and how others respond to us. From the art of dopamine dressing to the subtle visual cues that create gravitas and trust, this episode uncovers why colour isn’t superficial—it’s strategic.
Charlène also receives a live colour analysis from Anita and discovers her personal formula for radiant dressing, proving that wardrobe shifts can lead to energetic shifts. Whether you're navigating burnout, public speaking, leadership, or just want to feel more empowered, this conversation offers practical tools and timeless wisdom to help you show up as your best self.
“Colour is visual communication. You might feel amazing, but if the colour is wrong, others won’t see it.” – Anita Feron Clark
In this episode, you will learn:
What your colour palette says about your energy, confidence, and impact
The three scientific dimensions of colour: chroma, value, and undertoneHow to choose the right colours for your skin tone, hair, and eyes
Why some colours can make you look tired—and others, radiant
How clothing choices influence mood, performance, and attraction
Practical colour guidelines for burnout recovery, client sessions, and keynote speakingCharlène’s personal colour results—and the one mistake she’s been making with lipstick
Resources:
Discover Anita’s work: https://feronclarkstyle.com/
Follow Anita on Instagram: @feronclarkstyle
Connect with Charlène:
Website: https://charlenegisele.com/Instagram: @charlenegiseleLinkedIn: Charlène GisèleFacebook: Coached by Charlène

How Burnout Quietly Kills Confidence and Work Performance 🚨

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If you’re starting to dread Monday mornings, constantly second-guessing your performance, or feeling like your once-loved career is now just… draining—this episode is for you.
 
In Part 3 of my Burnout Mini-Series, we explore the professional side of burnout—the version that’s harder to spot, but just as dangerous.
 
Through raw client stories and personal insight, I reveal how burnout can quietly erode your motivation, crush your confidence, and leave you feeling like a shell of the ambitious professional you once were.
 
As a former big law lawyer turned burnout advisor, I now help high performers recognize the hidden signs before burnout costs them their career—or health.
 
💬 “Burnout doesn’t just steal your energy. It steals your joy, your confidence, and your ability to show up as the leader you are.” – Charlène Gisèle
 
In this episode, you’ll learn:
How burnout shows up in your career before it shows up in your body
Why high-achievers feel the imposter syndrome spiral—even after a raise or promotion
What it means when your job feels like dread, not drive
The surprising link between burnout and declining professional confidence
A real-time self-audit to identify what you’re sacrificing for work
The ripple effect: from missed holidays to emotional withdrawal from loved ones
Why you can’t “push through” forever—and what to do instead
 
📌 Resources Mentioned:
 
🔹 Burnout Prevention Blueprint: https://4db9-coach.systeme.io/40bff908-f3ee65e6 
🔹 Take the Burnout Quiz: https://c7b9bc05k59.typeform.com/to/sIiXEs8a
🔹 Join the Life Less Burnt Out Community: https://charlenegisele.com/newsletter
🔹 Work with me 1:1 – Book a Call: https://calendly.com/coach-charlenegisele/strategy-call/
 
📲 Connect with Me:
🌍 Website: charlenegisele.com
📸 Instagram: @charlenegisele
💼 LinkedIn: Charlène Gisèle
 
⏱️ Timestamps 
 
00:00 – Introduction: When work goes from fulfilling to soul-sucking
01:12 – What is professional burnout, and why it’s more than just “stress”
04:50 – Client Story: “I don’t look or sound like myself anymore”
09:33 – The burnout-food connection: why junk food becomes your therapist
12:10 – The subtle signs: social withdrawal, lost passions, endless scrolling
17:34 – Career impact: When promotions don’t equal motivation
20:14 – The confidence drain – why burnout makes you second-guess everything
23:15 – Monday morning test: Do you feel excited or exhausted?
24:30 – The mind-body-career burnout trifecta explained
25:23 – What to expect in Part 4: The psychological side of burnout
 
#ProfessionalBurnout #BurnoutRecovery #ImposterSyndrome #CorporateWellness #CharleneGisele #HighAchieverHealth #ConfidenceCrash #WorkLifeBalance #BurnoutPrevention #CareerFatigue #MindBodyCareer #BurnoutMiniSeries #ExecutiveBurnout #BurnoutAdvisor

Fertility, Fatigue, and the Lies Women Are Told with Dr. Greg Mongeon

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If you've ever been told "your labs are normal" while feeling exhausted, struggling with hormone issues, or facing fertility challenges—this conversation reveals the truths about women's health that conventional medicine often misses.
 
In this eye-opening episode of The Charlene Gisele Show, I sit down with functional medicine expert Dr. Greg Mongeon to explore why high-achieving women often struggle with energy, hormones, and fertility—and why the conventional medical system frequently fails to provide real answers.
 
As a former lawyer who experienced burnout firsthand, I now help women decode their body's signals before collapse occurs. Dr. Greg brings 25 years of experience working with women through hormonal transitions, fertility challenges, and the unique health demands faced by high-performing professionals.
 
💬 "The body responds appropriately to its environment. Think of a symptom not as a symptom, but as a signal. What is my body trying to tell me?" - Dr. Greg
 
In this episode, you'll discover:
Why women's hormonal issues are often dismissed or mismanaged in conventional medicine
The real reasons career-focused women in their 30s-40s struggle with fertility
How "geriatric mother" labels and outdated hormone research harm women
The connection between thyroid health, liver function, and reproductive hormones
📌 Resources Mentioned:
 
🔹 Take the Burnout Quiz: https://c7b9bc05k59.typeform.com/to/sIiXEs8a 
🔹 Join the Life Less Burnt Out Community: https://charlenegisele.com/newsletter 
🔹 Work with me 1:1 Book a Call: https://calendly.com/coach-charlenegisele/strategy-call/ 
 
📲 Connect with Me:
 
🌍 Website: charlenegisele.com
📸 Instagram: @charlenegisele
💼 LinkedIn: Charlène Gisèle
 
⏱️ Highlights 
 
00:00 – Why are women's symptoms dismissed by doctors? 
03:21 – How does traditional medicine fail women? 
10:33 – What is your body trying to tell you? 
18:46 – Why do high-achieving women struggle with fertility? 
25:20 – How is modern living affecting your hormones? 
31:46 – Why is nervous system regulation crucial for hormones? 
37:57 – How can you prepare your body for conception? 
45:05 – What natural solutions exist for women's health issues? 
57:32 – How can women take control of their health?
 
#WomensHealth #FertilitySupport #HormoneBalance #FunctionalMedicine #Perimenopause #ThyroidHealth #BurnoutRecovery #FemaleHealthOptimization #ConceptionPreparation #HolisticWomensHealth #CharleneGisele #DrGregMongeon

Is Your Body Burning Out? Don’t Ignore the Warning Signs - E67

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If you’ve ever wondered why you’re tired all day but wired at night, or why your body is aching even though you’re pushing through your workload—this episode is for you.
 
In Part 2 of my Burnout Mini-Series, we explore the physiological side of burnout. 
 
Through real client stories, I’ll walk you through how chronic fatigue, pain, sleep disruption, and energy crashes are more than just stress—they’re red flags your body is waving.
 
As a former lawyer turned burnout advisor, I now help high performers reverse burnout and return to peak energy—without sacrificing their careers.
 
You’ll hear the science, the signs, and the steps you need to take now to restore your body before it forces you to stop.
 
💬 “You don’t have to wait until collapse to change. Your body is already speaking—you just have to listen.” - Charlène Gisèle
 
In this episode, you’ll learn:
✅ What brain fog, back pain, and fatigue are really telling you
✅ Why high-achievers ignore physical signals until it’s too late
✅ The circadian rhythm mistakes that sabotage your energy
✅ How light, nutrition, and movement shape your resilience
✅ Real client case studies—from panic attacks to sleep breakthroughs
✅ Practical physiological strategies to prevent total burnout
 
📌 Resources Mentioned:
🔹 Take the Burnout Quiz: https://c7b9bc05k59.typeform.com/to/sIiXEs8a 
🔹 Join the Life Less Burnt Out Community: https://charlenegisele.com/newsletter 
🔹 Work with me 1:1 Book a Call: https://calendly.com/coach-charlenegisele/strategy-call/ 
 
📲 Connect with Me:
🌍 Website: charlenegisele.com
📸 Instagram: @charlenegisele
💼 LinkedIn: Charlène Gisèle
 
⏱️ Timestamps
 
00:00 – Introduction: Are you tired all day but wired at night?
01:05 – What is physiological burnout? Why energy crashes and brain fog are red flags
05:00 – The Mind-Body Disconnect: How high achievers neglect the body while overusing the mind
07:45 – Client Story: Michaela – When your body gives up before you do
12:21 – Client Story: Elena – Permanent jet lag without travel, and how light reset her health
16:43 – Client Story: James – The entrepreneur diet that leads to burnout and how we fixed it
19:14 – What these stories reveal – The ripple effect of addressing burnout holistically
20:24 – Your next step: Why “later” might be too late, and how to take action now
 
#BurnoutRecovery #ChronicFatigue #WorkStress #SleepOptimization #Biohacking #CircadianRhythm #EnergyReset #CharleneGisele #HighPerformanceHealth #BurnoutPrevention #CorporateWellness #MindBodyConnection