My word for 2026 surprised me. Not because it sounded inspiring, but because it made me uncomfortable.

Every woman knows the feeling of over functioning, micro managing and the push and pull of being responsible for far too much. We carry things we shouldn't have to, and sometimes we carry things far too long- to the where it becomes unhelpful.

In this episode, I’m unpacking what it really looks like to get out of your own way when responsibility has gone too far. Not in a “do better” way  but in a way that actually gives you your power back.
The quiet link between resentment and over-responsibility
How control and micromanaging can be nervous system responses, not personality traits
 The difference between being responsible and being over-responsible
What I realised I was taking responsibility for that was never mine
Why insight alone wasn’t enough 
What actually created change
How letting go of certain responsibilities (especially as a parent) can be for the best
What it means to be responsible for your reactions without blaming yourself

This isn’t about fixing yourself.I t’s about noticing where you’ve been carrying too much – and what happens when you stop.If you’ve ever thought “why do I feel resentful when I’m doing everything right?”  This episode might land closer than you expect.

Listen to more unfiltered reflections and deeper conversations inside Almost Confidential 💛  https://apple.co/iam

My word for 2026 surprised me. Not because it sounded inspiring, but because it made me uncomfortable.
Every woman knows the feeling of over functioning, micro managing and the push and pull of being responsible for far too much. We carry things we shouldn't have to, and sometimes we carry things far too long- to the where it becomes unhelpful.
In this episode, I&rsquo;m unpacking what it really looks like to get out of your own way when responsibility has gone too far. Not in a &ldquo;do better&rdquo; way&nbsp; but in a way that actually gives you your power back.
<ul>
<li>The quiet link between resentment and over-responsibility</li>
<li>How control and micromanaging can be nervous system responses, not personality traits</li>
<li>&nbsp;The difference between being responsible and being over-responsible</li>
<li>What I realised I was taking responsibility for that was never mine</li>
<li>Why insight alone wasn&rsquo;t enough </li>
<li>What actually created change</li>
<li>How letting go of certain responsibilities (especially as a parent) can be for the best</li>
<li>What it means to be responsible for your reactions without blaming yourself</li>
</ul>
This isn&rsquo;t about fixing yourself.I t&rsquo;s about noticing where you&rsquo;ve been carrying too much &ndash; and what happens when you stop.If you&rsquo;ve ever thought &ldquo;why do I feel resentful when I&rsquo;m doing everything right?&rdquo;&nbsp; This episode might land closer than you expect.
Listen to more unfiltered reflections and deeper conversations inside Almost Confidential 💛&nbsp; <a href="https://apple.co/iam">https://apple.co/iam</a>

Almost Forty is for the woman who feels pulled towards growth- in all areas of life. With honest reflections and thoughtful conversations - Almost Forty dives into the big and small life lessons about love, identity, purpose, motherhood, change and everything that happens when you start prioritising and connecting with yourself. It’s heartfelt, relatable and real. Hosted by Kylie Lately- Business Owner, Mentor, Mum and creator of the Almost Confidential series- Kylie uses her training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to approach the topics that matter during this stage of life. Subscribe to Almost Confidential for extra unfiltered reflections.

Almost Forty is for the woman who feels pulled towards growth- in all areas of life. With honest reflections and thoughtful conversations - Almost Forty dives into the big and small life lessons about love, identity, purpose, motherhood, change and everything that happens when you start prioritising and connecting with yourself. It&rsquo;s heartfelt, relatable and real. Hosted by Kylie Lately- Business Owner, Mentor, Mum and creator of the Almost Confidential series- Kylie uses her training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to approach the topics that matter during this stage of life. Subscribe to <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/almost-forty/id1453463089">Almost Confidential</a> for extra unfiltered reflections.

Almost Forty

I am. with Kylie Lately is the podcast for women who want to know, like, love and value themselves more than ever before.





Through personal reflections, regular overshares and curious conversations with a variety of guests you will finish each episode feeling like you’ve just had a proper soul catch up with your best friend.





We take life lessons and turn them into the fuel that fires your one precious life. 

I am. with Kylie Lately is the podcast for women who want to know, like, love and value themselves more than ever before.
 
 
Through personal reflections, regular overshares and curious conversations with a variety of guests you will finish each episode feeling like you’ve just had a proper soul catch up with your best friend.
 
 
We take life lessons and turn them into the fuel that fires your one precious life.