If you’ve ever left the salon feeling completely drained — not because of the hair you did, but because of the people you had to manage — this episode is for you.

Today, we’re diving into one of the biggest reasons hairstylists feel overwhelmed, resentful, or ready to quit the industry: a lack of boundaries. Not talent. Not clients. Not the workload. ⁠But boundaries.

As hairstylists, we’re natural people-pleasers… which means we often say yes when we’re exhausted, work on our days off, accept chronic lateness, and let client behavior slide because we’re scared to lose them. But the truth is: these habits are the fast track to burnout.

In this episode, I’m breaking down:

✨ The real reason so many stylists feel overwhelmed behind the chair ✨ The 3 types of boundaries every hairstylist must set — Time boundaries — Client behavior boundaries — Emotional + personal boundaries ✨ Why enforcing boundaries actually improves client retention ✨ How people-pleasing creates silent resentment that hurts your confidence ✨ How faith, self-worth, and inner peace play a role in protecting your career ✨ The first small shifts you can make today to regain control, energy, and joy

If you’re tired of feeling stretched thin, constantly giving, or walking on eggshells around clients — this episode will help you reconnect with your confidence and step back into your power.

You deserve peace. You deserve respect. And you deserve a career that doesn’t burn you out.

Here are ways to work with me:

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