You don’t have to be at the summit to start leading. In this episode, I sit down with author and leadership coach Becky Schmooke to talk about healing, self-leadership, and what it really means to take control of your life. Becky shares her 20+ year journey with an eating disorder and how her recovery—alongside her work in Stoic philosophy—inspired her to write Choose the Handle That Holds. We talk about redefining leadership (hint: it’s not a job title), communicating clearly with your team and loved ones, and choosing the harder, healthier path—especially when it's uncomfortable. Whether you’re managing a team, navigating recovery, or just trying to show up more fully in your life, this episode will leave you thinking deeply—and laughing just as much.

Tune in to hear:

• Becky's eating disorder journey and how it shaped her leadership work
• The Stoic philosophy that helped her finally recover during COVID
• How to choose the “handle that holds” when life feels out of control
• The leadership myths that keep entrepreneurs stuck
• Tools for communicating better with your team, your partner, and yourself

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