S8:EP7 - WiSE Women in Conversation: How to Take Care of Yourself in a High-Pressure Degree
Mon Feb 02 2026
In a world of curated routines, productivity culture, and highlight reels, it’s easy to feel like you’re the only one struggling to keep it all together.
In this episode, host Shubneet sits down with Lilli Jankovich, a fourth-year Kinesiology student at Queen’s University, Pilates instructor, and wellness content creator, for an honest conversation about what student “balance” really looks like behind the scenes.
Lilli shares her journey navigating academic pressure, social media expectations, and holistic wellness, opening up about routines, boundaries, burnout, and learning to prioritize mental, physical, and emotional health without striving for perfection.
This episode unpacks the realities of student life, the pressure to appear productive online, and why wellness isn’t one-size-fits-all.
If you’ve ever compared your behind-the-scenes to someone else’s highlight reel, felt pressure to do it all, or wondered how to care for yourself while pursuing a demanding degree, this conversation is for you. Enjoy!
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In a world of curated routines, productivity culture, and highlight reels, it’s easy to feel like you’re the only one struggling to keep it all together. In this episode, host Shubneet sits down with Lilli Jankovich, a fourth-year Kinesiology student at Queen’s University, Pilates instructor, and wellness content creator, for an honest conversation about what student “balance” really looks like behind the scenes. Lilli shares her journey navigating academic pressure, social media expectations, and holistic wellness, opening up about routines, boundaries, burnout, and learning to prioritize mental, physical, and emotional health without striving for perfection. This episode unpacks the realities of student life, the pressure to appear productive online, and why wellness isn’t one-size-fits-all. If you’ve ever compared your behind-the-scenes to someone else’s highlight reel, felt pressure to do it all, or wondered how to care for yourself while pursuing a demanding degree, this conversation is for you. Enjoy!