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Reclaiming Self-Trust and Redefining Success
You’ve checked all the boxes.
Climbed the ladder.
Built a beautiful life—on paper.
But something still feels off.
This week on the Dream It, Do It Podcast, I sat down with Lesley Logan, founder of Online Pilates Classes, to talk about what happens when we stop outsourcing our worth—and start listening to our intuition. If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s possible to stay ambitious and feel more like yourself again, this conversation is for you.
Lesley is a master of blending movement with mindset, and she gets real about what it looks like to shift from self-doubt to self-trust, ditch hustle culture, and create a version of self-care that actually works for you.
Timestamped Summary
00:00 – Introduction and why this conversation matters
03:15 – Lesley’s path to Pilates and discovering body awareness
08:40 – From burnout to breakthrough: learning to trust her inner voice
15:10 – What intuition actually looks and feels like in real life
22:05 – Unlearning hustle culture and redefining success
27:30 – Finding balance without the pressure of “doing it all”
35:10 – Rethinking self-care: what it is (and what it’s not)
42:15 – Building a business without burning out
50:40 – The role of Pilates in mental clarity and physical longevity
57:20 – Lesley’s free mat challenge + where to find her online
Why Self-Trust Beats Self-Doubt
Confidence Doesn’t Come from Hustle
Like so many high-achieving women, I was taught to equate doing more with being better. But as Lesley shared, that path only got her so far. True clarity and confidence came when she slowed down, got quiet, and actually started listening to her body.
When You Prioritize Yourself, Everything Changes
Whether it was Pilates, better sleep, or simply being more intentional about saying no, Lesley’s story is a powerful reminder that tuning in to what you need is not selfish—it’s essential.
Redefining Self-Care (No, It’s Not Just a Spa Day)
Build Your Own List
Lesley encouraged us to write down what self-care really looks like—for you. That might be drinking more water, walking outside, getting a good night’s sleep, or spending 10 minutes in silence. It doesn’t have to cost money. It does have to be consistent.
Let It Be Seasonal
Just like our energy shifts week to week, our self-care should flex with us. Lesley reminded me that what works in winter may not serve us in summer—and that’s okay. We’re allowed to adapt.
Why Pilates Helps You Hear Yourself
You Can’t Scroll and Do Pilates
Pilates asks you to be present in your body—fully. That means tuning out the noise, the to-do lists, and the mental clutter. It creates space for ideas to come, intuition to speak, and clarity to land.
Strength, Mobility, and Long-Term Energy
Lesley walked us through how a consistent Pilates practice improves posture, supports hormonal balance, and gives us the strength to do the things we love (like chasing our kids, building a business, or traveling without pain). Bonus: it doesn’t require hours at the gym. Fifteen minutes a day can truly shift your body—and your brain.
Let’s Talk About Self-Doubt
Everyone Has It
Lesley was honest about building her business while questioning herself daily. She reminded me—and all of us—that self-doubt isn’t a sign we’re doing it wrong. It means we care. What matters is how quickly we recognize it and choose a new thought.
“What if I’m Already Doing Enough?”
This line hit me hard. So often, we think more is the answer—more action, more content, more energy. But what if we’re already doing enough? What if resting is the brave thing?
Want to Start Pilates? Here’s How
Lesley offers a totally free mat Pilates challenge that’s beginner-friendly, time-flexible, and rooted in consistency. She even gives personalized feedback on form. If you’re new to Pilates or want to add something sustainable to your routine, it’s the perfect place to start.
Final Thoughts
“You’re the one who keeps it all together.
You’re allowed to come back to yourself, too.”
This episode is your permission slip to slow down, check in, and trust that inner voice you’ve been quieting for too long. You don’t need to go soft—but you also don’t need to prove anything.
You can lead, build, achieve, and grow with your intuition—not in spite of it.
Mentioned in This Episode
- Lesley Logan’s Free Pilates Mat Challenge
- Online Pilates Classes
- Book: Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert
- Podcast: Be It Till You See It
