Episode 18 | On Paper

Figuring It Out with Rachel Lee · Feb 4, 2026 · 18m

What if being “the strong one” is actually just… self-abandonment in disguise?

In this raw, resonant episode, Rachel Lee unpacks the hidden cost of looking impressive on paper — while quietly unraveling underneath. From staying overnight at the office (twice), to realizing her identity was built on being useful, Rachel tells the truth about performance, praise, and the parts of us that get buried just to feel needed.

If you've ever felt exhausted by the role you never agreed to play, this one will hit deep.

Topics: burnout, high-functioning anxiety, people-pleasing, self-trust, identity…