Show Notes
Welcome to Sanity Pending, the podcast where Christina and Ani talk honestly about motherhood, business, work, relationships, and the everyday chaos of trying to keep it all together.
In this episode, they dive into the reality of running on very little sleep, the constant demands of entrepreneurship, and why working for yourself can feel different from working for someone else, even when the hours are just as intense.
They also explore the pressure placed on modern women to be successful, financially independent, present mothers, supportive partners, and everything in between. From resilience and accountability to marriage, money, legal protection, control, failure, and teaching the next generation, this episode is an honest conversation about what it really takes to keep going.
Subscribe for more episodes on navigating life, work, and everything in between.
Here are the timestamps for the episode: 00:00 - The reality of lack of sleep 01:35 - Entrepreneurship vs working for others 03:41 - The struggle of the entrepreneurial lifestyle 06:23 - Coping with exhaustion 08:06 - Societal expectations and women in the workforce 09:58 - Developing resilience through low moments 12:31 - Wearing multiple hats as an entrepreneur 14:45 - The importance of financial independence 17:31 - Accountability and communication in partnerships 20:21 - Protecting yourself in legal arrangements 23:34 - Reclaiming the narrative and communicating needs 25:52 - Chaos, control and learning to accept help 28:41 - Prioritisation and teaching the next generation 31:21 - Redefining failure
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Welcome to Sanity Pending, the podcast where Christina and Ani talk honestly about motherhood, business, work, relationships, and the everyday chaos of trying to keep it all together.
Welcome to Sanity Pending, the podcast where Christina and Ani talk honestly about motherhood, business, work, relationships, and the everyday chaos of trying to keep it all together. In this episode, they dive into the reality of being women in male-dominated industries, from hospitality and restaurants to tech, finance, fashion, and the corporate world. They discuss the lessons that come with building a business, including identifying market gaps, slowing down to build a strong foundation, and being brutally honest about what is and isn't working. The conversation also explores the pressure women face to fight harder to be heard, re-establish authority, and make their voice count without waiting for permission. Subscribe for more episodes on navigating life, work, and everything in between. Here are the timestamps for the episode: 00:00 - Introduction to Sanity Pending
Welcome to Sanity Pending, the podcast where Christina and Ani talk honestly about motherhood, business, work, relationships, and the everyday chaos of trying to keep it all together.
Whether you’re juggling a corporate career or building your own business, this episode dives into the raw reality of modern womanhood, motherhood, and the myth that women can effortlessly have it all at the same time. Join friends and entrepreneurs Christina and Ani as they share their journey - from meeting through their sons and surviving lockdown in the same building, to navigating the high-pressure worlds of restaurants, corporate life, and motherhood. Grab a coffee (or something stronger) and join them at the table for an honest conversation about finding your identity, protecting your boundaries, and understanding why failure is often the best kind of experience.