Sarah Burke’s Story of Letting Go & Becoming Unapologetically Herself

Imagine being at the height of your legal career; earning more than ever, admired by peers, and yet feeling completely miserable. That was Sarah Burke’s reality before she made one of the boldest choices of her life. To walk away from traditional legal practice in pursuit of autonomy, alignment and self-love. Imagine transforming from someone who's afraid to say “no,” to becoming confidently building your own mediation practice, traveling the world, and stepping into your next chapter. Sarah didn’t just change careers; she shed layers of who she thought she had to be and stepped into who she truly is. In this episode, we talk about: How to break free from people-pleasing and living in fear of others being “mad at you.” Why autonomy mattered more for Sarah than a pay check. How Sarah learned to trust her internal vision over external expectations. How she built confidence through action, not waiting to feel “ready”. How doing hard, scary things rewired her nervous system. If you've ever thought, “Could I really leave?”, Sarah’s story is your sign that "Yes, you can!" Tune in to hear how she built a life and business on her own terms and how you can too. About Sarah Sarah Burke is a skilled and empathetic mediator, arbitrator, and neutral professional dedicated to helping individuals and businesses resolve disputes efficiently and amicably. With over 15 years of litigation experience as a practicing attorney, Sarah now focuses on facilitating fair and balanced resolutions in mediation, pre-settlement conferences, and arbitration throughout Florida. Sarah’s professional background includes handling complex commercial litigation, insurance disputes, and multi-million-dollar claims, giving her a deep understanding of the challenges parties face in contentious matters. Her ability to break down complex issues, coupled with a calming and compassionate presence, allows her to guide disputing parties toward solutions that save time, minimize costs, and reduce the stress of prolonged conflict. Website: https://www.burkeresolutions.com Show notes/References The WILL Podcast is hosted by Elena Deutsch, a dedicated legal career coach and catalyst. This podcast is more than a good listen. It may inspire you. As WILL Alumni and Guests break the confines of traditional practice, you’ll see that change is not just possible for them, but for you too. Join us for the Sunday Sprint: Shine Your Light, from October 5th to November 9th. The Sunday Sprint is a 6-week reset designed to help you ground, grow, and finish the year strong. You’ll walk away with: Morning routines that energize and focus your day. Tools to create more time (yes, really!). Accountability, coaching, and community. Strategies to overcome fear and limiting beliefs. A renewed sense of clarity and momentum. Sign up here: https://elenadeutsch931.lpages.co/sunday-sprint-2025/ Feel stuck, unhappy and ready to explore a WILL journey of your own? Book your consultation with Elena: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com/book-a-call Follow Us: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-deutsch/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw Web: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com