Balancing Sobriety and Success: How Megan Gluth-Bohan Leads Authentically

Update: 2024-10-14

Description

In today’s episode of Sisters in Sobriety, Sonia and Kathleen sit down with Megan Gluth-Bohan, a powerhouse CEO. Megan has built an impressive career, but what really makes her story special is how her personal journey to sobriety has shaped both her leadership style and her life. She’s here to chat about everything from navigating alcohol in a high-powered career to learning how to take care of herself along the way.

In this episode, Megan opens up about the challenges of being a high-functioning woman dealing with alcohol and the constant struggle of people-pleasing. We’ll dive into what it really means to take care of yourself as a leader, and Megan will share some practical, down-to-earth tips on balancing work, sobriety, and self-care.

You'll walk away with insights into why self-care isn’t all spa days and yoga retreats (though, those are nice too), how to handle social situations when you don’t drink, and how learning to trust your gut can be a game-changer. Plus, Megan’s journey will inspire you to think about what’s next for your own personal growth.

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Episode Highlights (Time-stamped)

[00:01:00 ] Megan introduces herself and discusses her role as CEO of Catalynt Solutions.
[00:03:00 ] How her struggles with alcohol impacted her career and personal life.
[00:06:00 ] High-functioning alcoholism in business – is it really a thing?
[00:08:30 ] Megan’s “farmer’s market” moment and the disconnect between who she wanted to be and who she was.
[00:10:00 ] Megan’s early days in AA and how she got started on her sobriety journey.
[00:12:30 ] Balancing early sobriety with a demanding career.
[00:14:20 ] People-pleasing, perfectionism, and setting boundaries.
[00:16:45 ] The fine line between being accommodating and abandoning yourself.
[00:18:00 ] How self-abandonment impacts personal growth and decision-making.
[00:22:50 ] People-pleasing and sobriety – Megan’s strategies for staying true to herself.
[00:26:00 ] Handling social situations related to alcohol and recovering out loud.
[00:27:30 ] Self-care as a leader and why it’s more than just a buzzword.
[00:29:50 ] Megan’s definition of self-care and small, everyday habits that keep her grounded.
[00:31:10 ] Sonia and Kathleen share their own simple self-care routines.
[00:34:30 ] Alcohol as perceived self-care – and how that mindset has shifted for Megan.
[00:36:00 ] Encouraging self-care at work and creating a supportive environment for her team.
[00:39:00 ] Why caring for employees leads to better business results.
[00:41:00 ] Redefining success – Megan’s take on balancing professional success and personal fulfillment.
[00:43:00 ] How to stay motivated, even when things get tough.
[00:45:00 ] The role of mindfulness and intuition in making leadership decisions.
[00:47:30 ] Megan’s mantra in sobriety: "Life on life’s terms."