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May 2025
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440 - Quit the Life That’s Killing You (...

Marie Forleo
About this episode

Ever feel like you're barely surviing the life you're "supposed" to want? In this deeply honest episode, Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach, and Amanda Doyle explore the emotional toll of living a life that no longer aligns with your truth. From grief and self-abandonment to the liberation of saying no and quitting with intention, this conversation is a permission slip to put yourself first. 

Whether you're navigating loss, burnout, or the quiet ache of living out someone else's expectation - this episode is for you. 

@abbywambach, @glennondoyle, and Amanda Doyle (@the_life_of_doyle) are founders of Treat Media, and the award-winning podcast, "We Can Do Hard Things." Abby Wambach is a retired American soccer player, coach, author, and activist. Glennon Doyle is a New York Times bestselling author, activist, and founder of Together Rising. Amanda Doyle is a successful businesswoman, author, and producer. Their new book, We Can Do Hard Things: Answers to Life's 20 Questions, is available here.

WHAT'S COVERED IN THIS EPISODE:

  • 00:51 The #1 sign you're stuck in a life that no longer serves you
  • 05:54 The 20 questions that will reconnect you to your truth
  • 09:05 How to make hard choices without abandoning yourself
  • 12:01 Why quitting can be the most empowering thing you'll ever do
  • 17:58 The hidden cost of control - and how to finally let go
  • 40:46 How movement and embodiment can reconnect you to yourself
  • 52:58 Why social media might be sabotaging your well-being
  • 1:06:52 The mission behind Treat Media - and how it's changing the game

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