Welcome to another insightful episode of MOJO: The Meaning of Life and Business! Today, we're tackling a topic that resonates with so many of us: self-image, self-worth, and the critical voices we battle internally. Host Jennifer Glass sets the stage by reflecting on how media, societal expectations, and even childhood experiences with toys like Barbie can warp the way women (and all of us) view ourselves.

Jennifer is joined by Glenda Chen, a guest whose story is as inspiring as it is relatable. Glenda spent over 20 years thriving as a high-earning finance executive, chasing success as defined by external standards—until a life-altering near-death experience forced her to confront what truly matters. Glenda recounts the pressures of corporate life, the constant pursuit of perfection, and the moment she realized her achievements felt empty without inner self-worth.

Drawing on her own journey, Glenda shares how she broke free from burnout and redefined success on her own terms, now dedicating her work to helping other women align their inner value with outward accomplishments. In this candid conversation, Jennifer and Glenda discuss the deep-seated influences that shape our self-image and offer practical steps to quiet the inner critic, nurture self-acceptance, and embrace true fulfillment in both business and life.

If you’ve ever found yourself questioning your own enough-ness or tying your worth to achievements and appearances, this episode is for you. Listen in for wisdom, encouragement, and actionable ideas to start rewriting your own story—so that your sense of success finally matches the way it looks from the outside.

About my guest: For over 20 years, Glenda Tan thrived in finance, earning seven figures but chasing success through external validation. A near-death experience revealed the truth: Success without self-worth is empty. She rewired her subconscious, broke free from burnout, and redefined success. Now, as founder of Phoenix Realms & The Theta Collective, she helps women align inner worth with outer success—so achievement finally feels as good as it looks.

Keywords: self image, inner critic, self worth, external validation, burnout, women in business, success, subconscious rewiring, self acceptance, intuition, body image, media influence, fashion magazines, cosmetic surgery, plastic surgery, body dysmorphia, self esteem, self improvement, personal development, life coaching, habit formation, mindset shift, personal growth, inner wisdom, self discovery, self study, relationships, fulfillment, career satisfaction, work-life balance