Creating a Life You Love with Dr. Liz DuBois Erskine

"I'd rather regret something I did than something I didn't do."— Dr. Liz DuBois Erskine

What happens when success, ambition, and leadership collide with trauma, mental health challenges, and the desire for something more meaningful?

In this powerful episode of the Wise Divine Women Podcast, Dana Irvine sits down with executive coach, leadership expert, and podcast host Dr. Liz DuBois Erskine to explore the hidden struggles many high-achieving women face. Together, they discuss how trauma influences decision-making, why women often stay small despite big dreams, and how authentic leadership begins with self-awareness.

Dr. Liz shares her personal journey through recovery, entrepreneurship, mental health advocacy, and the bold decision to leave city life behind and move onto a yacht during the pandemic. She also opens up about living with Bipolar I Disorder, breaking stigma around mental health, and helping women leaders move beyond limiting beliefs into purposeful action.

This conversation is equal parts inspiring, practical, and refreshingly honest. If you've ever felt stuck between what you want and what feels safe, this episode will encourage you to trust yourself, take courageous action, and stop waiting for perfection before pursuing your dreams.

00:00 – Introduction to Dr. Liz DuBois Erskine

01:30 – Recovery, entrepreneurship, and personal transformation

03:00 – How trauma impacts leadership and decision-making

05:00 – Midlife transitions, purpose, and creating a meaningful life

08:00 – Imposter syndrome and limiting beliefs in women leaders

12:00 – Finding purpose versus following market trends

15:00 – When coaching helps leaders break through plateaus

16:00 – Selling everything and moving onto a yacht during the pandemic

21:00 – Parenting, education, and creating memorable experiences

26:00 – Writing books and leadership development

29:00 – The Psyched Podcast and mental health conversations

31:00 – Living openly with Bipolar I Disorder

35:00 – Mental health treatment, medication, and self-care

36:00 – Where to find Dr. Liz and her coaching programs

37:00 – Words of wisdom: courage, risk-taking, and living fully

🌐 Website: Coach Dr. Liz Official Website

📚 Upcoming Books:

• She Did What? Authentic Leadership That Sets You Free
• Bad Mom (fiction novel inspired by real-life adventures)

Dr. Liz is offering $500 OFF her coaching packages for Wise Divine Women Podcast listeners.

Simply mention that you heard her on the Wise Divine Women Podcast when booking your consultation.

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