The Soul Toll: Protecting Your Light In A World That Demands More

In this article, I explore the hidden costs we pay when we trade authenticity, creativity, and well-being for professional success. I call this cost the Soul Toll—and while it can sometimes be obvious, more often it creeps in quietly until the balance is unsustainable.

To bring this concept to life, I share the story of Ember—a brilliant, ambitious lawyer whose journey mirrors that of many high achievers. From masking her true self at work, to being undervalued despite her talents, Ember’s experience reveals just how much light can dim when the toll becomes too high.

The key takeaway: noticing where you’re at and building strategies to counterbalance before the cost becomes unbearable.

Read the full article in The Relatable Voice Magazine at pages 32-34 here.