Welcome to Sit Down, Be Present—a space designed for the Alpha Female leaders, Enneagram 2 helpers, and high-achieving women who constantly pour into others yet often feel overlooked, overworked, or unfulfilled. If you’re juggling endless responsibilities, struggling with burnout, or searching for deeper connection and balance, this space is for you. Together, we’ll navigate the challenges of overcommitment, uncover the power of healing, and explore how to lead with authenticity and presence. I’m Marisa Hattab—a mother of 3, wife, teacher, coach, and culture transformer. For years, I lived in overdrive—running my children to and fro, supporting my husband, and serving my community—while neglecting my own needs. I believed my worth was tied to my productivity, but the cost was steep: exhaustion, disconnection, and a loss of joy. Then, God lovingly slowed me down and placed my life on PAUSE. In that stillness, I faced the struggles so many women leaders experience: the pressure to “do it all,” the guilt of saying no, and the burnout from striving. It was there that I embraced vulnerability—not just with others, but with myself—and began to heal. I let go of shame, reconnected with my essence, and discovered presence-driven leadership: a transformative way to lead authentically and sustainably. If you find yourself overwhelmed by: - Burnout and Overcommitment: You’ll learn to set boundaries and say no guilt-free while prioritizing your time and energy. - A Disconnect from Yourself or Others: Together, we’ll explore how to embrace vulnerability to build trust and meaningful connections. - A Cycle of Busyness: I’ll guide you to release hyper-productivity as your measure of worth and lean into the freedom of presence and joy. - Feeling Unseen or Undervalued: You’ll reclaim your voice, your time, and your ability to lead from a place of confidence and purpose. This trauma-informed podcast offers real solutions to help you: - Reclaim your time and emotional energy by aligning your actions with your values. - Heal from the pressure to “perform” by embracing self-compassion and intentional rest. - Lead authentically with the strength of presence and vulnerability. - Rediscover your purpose and joy while creating sustainable impact in your personal and professional life. Vulnerability is a practice—one that starts within and radiates outward into every relationship and interaction. Through candid conversations, real-life stories, and practical tools, *Sit Down, Be Present* will help you pause, heal, and lead with clarity and purpose. If you’re ready to transform how you live and lead, you’re in the right place. Let’s cultivate the courage to be real, honest, and present—together. I’m so glad you’re here! Connect with me at www.MarisaHattab.com and follow me on social media @PauseWithMarisa. Remember: Pause to be. Heal to Grow. Lead with Purpose.