116: Reclaiming Identity, Rest & Purpose with Rachel Brooks

Midlife Purpose Project: Conversations for midlife women on mindfulness, mental health and spirituality

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Are you feeling stuck in hustle mode, burned out, or questioning your purpose? In this powerful and soul-stirring episode, Katie sits down with award-winning author and lifestyle mentor Rachel Brooks to talk about healing, self-discovery, and redefining success on your own terms.

Rachel shares her personal story of transformation—from high-achieving perfectionist to purpose-driven entrepreneur—and how her own journey through grief, burnout, and reinvention became the foundation of her mission to help women reclaim their confidence, identity, and joy.

Whether you're in midlife, navigating a transition, or simply craving more peace and clarity, this episode will show you how alignment, faith, rest, and inner work can become the keys to sustainable success.

✨ In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why identity—not titles or roles—is the foundation for living with purpose
• How loss, pain, and challenges can lead to profound growth and clarity
• Why mindfulness, meditation, and silence are essential for hearing your soul’s voice
• The difference between resting and active rest—and how both are necessary for healing
• The trap of perfectionism and hustle culture—and how to break free from both
• How to align your life with your core values and build a purpose-driven future
• Why self-awareness and self-love are essential to setting boundaries and avoiding burnout
• How to prioritize joy, gratitude, and what truly matters—especially in difficult seasons
• Rachel’s method for categorizing tasks to create more energy, clarity, and focus

This episode is a beautiful blend of Dharma coaching, faith-based mindset, and real-life wisdom for the modern woman ready to reclaim her life and lead with purpose.

👤 Meet Our Guest: Rachel Brooks

Rachel Brooks is an award-winning author, entrepreneur, and the visionary behind The Confident Woman brand. As a faith-fueled business strategist and holistic lifestyle mentor, Rachel empowers women to break free from perfectionism, hustle culture, and burnout to create lives they truly love.

Her book, Chasing Perfection: A Journey to Healing, Fitness, and Self-Love, chronicles her personal path from overwhelm to alignment and offers a practical and inspiring roadmap to freedom, confidence, and purpose. Through a blend of personal growth, faith, and strategic coaching, Rachel helps women redefine success and build lives aligned with their values and passions.

🌐 Learn more: iamrachelbrooks.com

📸 Instagram: @iamrachelbrooks

💼 LinkedIn: @iamrachelbrooks

📎 Media Kit: Rachel Brooks Media Kit