Showing up sick isn’t dedication—it’s survival in a system that ignores worker well-being. "Why working through sickness isn’t a strength—it’s a symptom of a broken system. Brief Description: Many employees unknowingly fall into the cycle of presenteeism—pushing through illness, exhaustion, and mental burnout because workplace expectations leave no room for genuine recovery. But what happens when showing up sick becomes the norm? In this episode, Lisa shares her personal experience of battling severe illness while being pressured to return to work, exposing the emotional, physical, and professional toll of presenteeism.

On today’s episode, we dive into a conversation that challenges the conventional narrative of aging. We explore how thoughtful self-care, combined with a clear understanding of legal realities, can empower women in the workplace to prepare for a safer, more independent future. Aging is inevitable, but the path we choose is a matter of intentional design. In this episode, legal advocate Shauna Brennan, who tirelessly fights for dignity in elder care, helps us redefine what it means to age—ensuring it is met with empowerment, particularly for women in the workplace, fostering awareness and preparation for a well-planned future.

This episode will encourage listeners to shift their mindset from passive aging to intentional preparation covering the physical, financial, and emotional aspects of growing older with strength. How We Shape the Future of Care & Independence For women in the workplace, the unseen toll of physical strain, demanding careers, and daily hormone fluctuations can shape long-term health in ways many never anticipate—until it’s too late. This episode uncovers the silent struggles of aging while working, where symptoms are ignored, medical guidance is missing, and career demands force women into choices that compromise their future independence.Take, for example, the woman who desperately needed knee surgery but faced barriers at every turn—workplace pressures, financial instability, and a healthcare system that failed to provide proper support. Instead of recovery, she endured years of pain, unknowingly setting herself up for long-term consequences. Tune in to this episode as we uncover the realities of aging, work, and medical care—and more importantly, how preparation can be the key to securing independence and dignity.