Get to know me!
I help women leaders who’ve always been the go-to person thrive in their careers without burning out.
I've personally recovered from burnout and transitioned to a balanced, sustainable approach to life and leading high-performing teams. This approach, blending my professional experience with the tools I've used, has helped other women leaders do the same.
In 2019, I was the one always filling in the gaps — making sure everyone on my team was comfortable and that nothing fell apart. But while I was busy doing all of that, I was burning out.
Things started to shift when I realized I didn’t have to earn my worth by always being the one to hold everything together. I stopped trying to fix everything and learned how to communicate my boundaries without missing a beat.
It’s not as simple as just doing less. It’s about focusing on what matters and knowing how to effectively communicate your needs with ease.
Everything changed when I stopped doing it all for everyone else.
Giving myself permission to slow down and put my needs first, instead of carrying everyone else’s, lifted so much weight.
And replaced it with a sense of peace.
I used to be the person who’d take on everything — staying up late to handle work and making sure everyone else was taken care of, even if it meant neglecting myself.
For a long time, I thought being constantly available and solving everyone's problems was the way to succeed. But it wasn’t long before I learned that pushing through it all was draining me.
I started to wonder, what if I could prioritize what matters without putting my own needs last?
That’s when I started communicating my boundaries and focusing on my well-being.
And that’s when Live Restfully was born.
I don’t just give you generic advice. I really listen to understand what you need so you stop feeling like you're doing it all alone.
But the more I pushed, the more I became buried under work requests, feeling like I couldn’t catch up no matter how hard I tried.
I daydreamed about quitting and cutting everyone off, but every time I tried and a new challenge came up, I naturally went into "fix it" mode.
Then one day, I started letting go of the need to respond to everything right away. I focused on what truly mattered and stopped thinking I had to solve every problem.
I began to prioritize rest and self-care, even when it felt impossible. And what I learned was that taking care of myself didn’t slow me down — it gave me the energy to handle everything else.
I started working smarter, not harder. And in doing so, I went from constantly feeling drained and overwhelmed to actually feeling energized and in control.
Most importantly, I started becoming my own biggest supporter, listening to what I needed, and finally putting my well-being first.
It all started with one small change: I stopped trying to handle it all.
TRUST YOURSELF & YOUR INTUITION
Self-awareness is THE key TO FREEDOM
This is about BREAKING THE CYCLE
Your instincts have gotten you this far, but now it’s time to trust yourself in new ways. The same drive that made you the go-to person can help you create space for yourself, and find balance.
You’re not just reacting to what's happening around you anymore. Understanding your thoughts, feelings, and habits is what will guide you to make decisions that serve you, not just everyone else.
You’ve spent too long carrying the weight of everyone else’s needs and trying to keep it all together. It’s time to realize that you don’t have to do it all alone. You have the power to prioritize your own needs.
LET'S AGREE ON A FEW THINGS
My Skincare Routine
Aries & Leo
Deep Breathing
Walk in Nature
Sushi
can't live without
Sun & Moon
Daily ritual
HOW I RECHARGE
MY MEAL OF CHOICE
QUICK FACTS
My dogs, Zoe and Winston, are a huge part of why I started Live Restfully. They helped me be present in the moment and feel grateful for the life I have. Zoe passed away the week I decided to create Live Restfully in March 2023. Winston was next to me for most of the next year as I built out my coaching business. He passed away in February 2024. Their spirits live on through Live Restfully.
I'M A dog lover
If you prefer deep conversations about life and personal development with a small group of friends over small talk at a party with dozens of people, we're going to get along SO well.
FAVORITE QUALITY IN A PERSON
I was born in Japan and moved to the U.S. when I was 3. I grew up in Pomona, California and finished high school in Phoenix, Arizona. That's where I studied broadcast journalism at ASU's Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.
I'M JAPANESE AMERICAN
Letting go of the pressure to always be the one to handle everything. When we’re constantly pushing ourselves, nothing ever feels easy, and even when we achieve, it’s never enough. Instead of trying to fix everything, we can give ourselves permission to slow down, accept help, and take care of our needs.
LIFE IS ALL ABOUT...
"Protect the lead." I learned this from a news colleague, and it’s become a guiding principle in my life. Instead of managing everything, I focus on what truly matters. This means prioritizing your own needs — not everyone else’s. It’s about protecting your energy, staying in control, and breaking free from the cycle of doing it all.
advice I live by
-BECCA T.
Erisa is more than just a friend, she's a mentor who has inspired me to live my best life. Her faith in me inspired me to make major life changes, and I'm forever grateful for her guidance.
KIND WORDS