About Progress
586 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 1.2K ratingsAll the self-help extremes out there seem to be designed for perfect robots . . . But, you’re a real woman living a real life! About Progress is a podcast and community that is alllllll about progress made practical. Here, Monica will help you embrace the truest model to lasting growth, and teach you how to *do something* to grow in ways that stick.
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AP 578: 4 Habits That Are Helping Me Show Up
March 04, 2024 11:00 - 23 minutesReflecting on the chaos of the last week while my husband has been out of town, I realized how it echoes past times when this hectic pace was the norm for me. Those times were what sparked a shift in prioritizing showing up more as myself, in my own life. My journey towards embracing this led to a deep appreciation for the power of habits, not as rigid routines but as flexible tools to navigate life's demands. Today I'm sharing four key habits, and how these simple practices have become my a...
AP 577: How to Get Past Your Past || Bonus episode with Jason VanRuler
February 29, 2024 11:00 - 38 minutesIn this episode, I interviewed Jason Van Ruler, a seasoned therapist, about the profound impact of our past on our present and future. Jason shared his personal journey, reflecting on a childhood marked by upheaval and trauma, which shaped his perspective and propelled him towards a career in therapy. Jason highlighted the transformative power of vulnerability and connection in the healing process, underscoring that healing is indeed possible, albeit a journey rather than a destination. He en...
AP 576: “You Are a Tree!” How to choose flourishing over productivity || with Joy Marie Clarkson
February 26, 2024 11:00 - 47 minutesMetaphors shape our perceptions of ourselves, our relationships, and our capacity for personal growth and change. When we use them to speak about ourselves and our world, they are reflective of the beliefs we carry and the truths we prize. Today, our guest Joy Marie Clarkson wants you to better notice the metaphors you’re anchoring into and how to switch them to ones that encourage flourishing over productivity. If you’re tired of your constant cycles of updating, crashing, and rebooting, Joy...
AP 575: How do you get into medical school as a busy mom? || with Kaylee Steiner
February 22, 2024 11:00 - 40 minutesIs there something that has made you think other people can do that, but not me? This episode is part of a series to convince you otherwise. These episodes feature real people who are answering the question “How do you…?” about their various passions and pursuits. Access exclusive supporter benefits Waitlist up for the next Sticky Habit Intensive Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
AP 574: “How can I better manage the resentment I feel towards my family?” || Coaching call with Sarah
February 19, 2024 12:00 - 48 minutesIn this coaching call episode, I chat with Sarah, a mom struggling with resentment in her family relationships. We delve into her feelings of being under appreciated and overwhelmed by the weight of her responsibilities. Together, we explore the roots of her resentment and uncover her desires for more peace, flexibility, and self-expression. Throughout the conversation, we discuss the importance of acknowledging her wants and choices, as well as the steps she can take towards reclaiming her s...
AP 573: Can I make a good habit to STOP a bad one? || Growth Spurt
February 15, 2024 11:00 - 14 minutesWhen I teach how to create habits, I inevitably get questions about what to do about bad habits. In fact, I recently received a voicemail from a Progressor named Amy, asking this very question. She gave me permission to dive into her bad habit for all of us to hear, because I think it's something that many of us wish we could change: spending unnecessary time on our cell phones. Tune in to hear me break this down, and uncover what's really going on in our minds that leads us bad habits. Acce...
AP 572: A New Way to Love and Be Loved || with Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh
February 12, 2024 11:00 - 53 minutesSo many things inform our personal definition of love: how we were raised, how love was modeled for us, our culture, and more. But what is the most meaningful definition of love? Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh is a world-renowned social psychologist, specializing in sexuality and relationships. Based on her research, she shares a new way to look at love, and as part of that, a new way to love and be loved. Dr. Sara is interested in helping people move past a more superficial love, to the type of love...
AP 571: How Will You Surprise Yourself? || Growth Spurt
February 08, 2024 11:00 - 9 minutesA woman recently asked me, regarding my Do Something List, “What is one of the most interesting things you’ve discovered about yourself in the process?” My answer surprised me, and I'm sharing it in this episode. What could you be surprised about when you discover yourself? When you make time for exploration, for possibility, for a little push? What parts of yourself will you bring back? What parts of yourself will you find for the very first time? Get the free DSL training. Live Boldly Podca...
AP 570: The #1 Reason Why Women MUST Do Habits Differently
February 05, 2024 12:30 - 1 hourAfter years of my own ups and downs, plus coaching many women through their struggles with habit formation I came to a realization: there is a reason that women must do habits differently. This realization had a lot to do with the impact of invisible labor on our ability to form habits. Using my training and experience I created the Sticky Habit Method, designed specifically for real women like us. If this sounds like something you need, but with the added accountability of my guidance and a ...
AP 569: Why I actually liked January, scheduling things to look forward to, finalizing my DSL, learning about gardening, and a listener supported podcast model update || Messy Middle February 2024
February 01, 2024 11:00 - 24 minutesThis monthly series features an episode sharing my recent highs and lows, how my habits are going, a Do Something List update, plus what I'm loving lately and my commitments for the upcoming month. I hope this glimpse into my life, my family, my work, and my own self development encourages you in your own journey. Around here the goal is never perfection, just to keep trying, even if in very simple ways. I think you'll see that with all of the big changes going on for me, taking the smallest ...
AP 568: 3 Actionable Ways to Optimize Your Sleep || with Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell
January 29, 2024 11:00 - 37 minutesToday, we have Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell, physician and certified sleep specialist, on the show. We dive deep into the importance of sleep and how it can transform your life. Dr. Holliday-Bell shares her personal journey with insomnia and how it led her to become a sleep specialist. We discuss common mistakes people make regarding light exposure, bedtime routines, and the mindset shift needed to prioritize sleep. Dr. Bell emphasizes the power of small changes in your bedtime routine and encou...
AP 567: HONEST REVIEWS: Beddy's || preview of More Personal
January 26, 2024 11:00 - 24 minutesEach month on More Personal you'll hear honest reviews from me and my podcast manager, Taylor, where we share our beautifully blunt reviews on products you often see peddled online. The difference? We bought these items ourselves as an objective consumer. And at the end of the episode we'll each share the one other thing we're genuinely loving lately. If you've enjoyed these Friday episodes you can access exclusive supporter benefits to continue listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
AP 566: Do Something List Workshop: Make your DSL for 2024
January 25, 2024 11:00 - 58 minutesThe DSL has changed so many lives—literally—and it started, quite unexpectedly with my own. You’ve likely heard me talk about the Do Something List many times over the years and have wondered if it’s right for you. If you can’t make goals this year, want to supplement whatever goals you were able to make, or you simply need some momentum to figure out who you are, then this is what the DSL is for. Today’s episode is a condensed replay of the live version I taught mid-January, but here for y...
AP 565: Create Your Own Miracle Morning, One Doable Step at a Time || with Hal Elrod
January 22, 2024 11:00 - 45 minutesYears I hosted a "Get Up Early Challenge" on Instagram, and it went really well for so many of us...until it didn't. The problem was that the habit didn't stick, it was too much too soon. But, I did learn something really important, and that was that by getting up earlier and investing in myself, I had more to happily to give to my family and my responsibilities. Shortly after this challenge I was introduced to The Miracle Morning, by Hal Elrod, and it gave me the motivation AND information t...
AP 564: DEEP DIVE: Positive Thinking || preview of More Personal
January 19, 2024 22:10 - 25 minutesEach month on More Personal I'll take on a deep-but-brief breakdown of a hot personal development topic, history, or persona. While this episode isn’t meant to be a complete synopsis, it will definitely get you thinking and, likely, talking. Today's topic is how positive thinking swept the earth with its motivational methods, but along the way got twisted into shame-driven toxicity. Either way, the world will never be the same. Access exclusive supporter benefits Sign up for the next Sticky...
AP 563: Cast a Vision || Growth Spurt
January 18, 2024 11:00 - 13 minutesLast year I felt like I had abandoned my goals and day planning by February. As I reviewed them again recently, surprisingly a lot of what I had envisioned still materialized. Clearly defined visions give direction, making it easier to break down the necessary steps and create a meaningful impact on both conscious and subconscious levels. In this episode I'll explain what that looks like in goal planning, and give you a unique twist on setting a word for the year that aligns with the feelings...
AP 562: “How can I consistently exercise as a busy mom with limited time and resources?” || Coaching Call with Alycia
January 15, 2024 11:00 - 46 minutesThe most common New Year’s habit people want to work on is exercise, and for so many good reasons. Yes, there can definitely be some external 'shoulds' on that list, but exercise also helps us with our bodies, our minds, our mood, and our spirit. Alycia is a busy mom of four, so we work on finding a realistic starting point, then discuss a manageable goal with a plan for small steps to get there and gradually increase. If this is a goal of yours, but you're struggling to implement supportive ...
AP 561: CASUAL CONVOS: "Influencers" || preview of More Personal
January 12, 2024 11:00 - 33 minutesEach month on More Personal I'll be having what I call a casual convo with my podcast manager, Taylor, on different hot topics. This is a preview of our new private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. In the future episodes like these will only be available for the two highest levels of supporters of About Progress. Sign up HERE. Access exclusive supporter benefits Sign up for the next Sticky Habit Intensive Full Show Notes Try Sideshow now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
AP 560: A creative + practical tool to make a good GOAL || Growth Spurt
January 11, 2024 11:00 - 11 minutesSometimes a creative acronym is the most helpful way to embrace a new, or hard-to-love, concept. Today that concept of G.O.A.L.S. is being taught by Misty Marsh, a mom of 4 big-hearted kids and a professional coach for women creating online courses. She understands how difficult it can be to balance motherhood and business and loves making it possible for women to provide for their families while working for a reasonable number of hours from home. If you need a new approach to goal-setting th...
AP 559: Goal Planning with Soul: how to make goals that match your soul and not your “shoulds” || with Kate House
January 08, 2024 11:00 - 45 minutesWhat do you honestly think about goal-setting? For years I was averse to the idea, driven by the fear of failure if I couldn't accomplish them all perfectly. Now, I set goals differently by keeping my season, my values, and my wants at the forefront of my planning. Together with today's guest, Kate House, we dive in to how you can do that, too, by setting intentions and crafting goals with soul. Kate House is the host of The Live By Design Podcast, a health coach, and online educator. Her pur...
AP 558: BOOK REPORT: Covenant of Water, by Abraham Verghese || preview of More Personal
January 05, 2024 11:00 - 16 minutesThis is a preview of our new private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. In the future episodes like these will only be available for the two highest levels of supporters of About Progress. Sign up HERE. Each month on More Personal I'll share an unfiltered book review, including information on the author, what I loved and didn't love, some of my favorite quotes, and questions I'd love to ask the author. Plus, you'll receive a guide you can use in your own book club! NY Times book review...
AP 557: INTRODUCING: MORE PERSONAL || The state of the podcast, its future, and how I can’t do it alone
January 04, 2024 11:00 - 34 minutesThis is a more personal episode that addresses the current state of the podcast as I reflect on the highs and lows of 7+ years. I'm sharing some fun facts about the podcast that you might not know, plus some meaningful ways it has truly changed my life. Lastly, I'm ready to introduce the newest addition to the podcast, a listener-supported-model called "More Personal" that will allow you ways to receive extra episodes, access to online gatherings, my real book reviews, and more. Access excl...
AP 556: It’s OK to Want More || Why it matters that you know what you want + how to overcome your fears of wanting more
January 01, 2024 11:00 - 43 minutesAfter an intense realization of my own personal desire for more, I'm ready to talk to you about your own desire for more. I discuss what “more” might look like for you, how to let go of the fear, anchor in, and reach for more. Not just for this year, but for all of your years. I am getting into the fear that often compels us to suppress our desires, conform to societal expectations, and become inadvertent people-pleasers. This is a narrative that resonates with many women, myself included, wh...
AP 555: MESSY YEAR 2023 REVIEW: Adjusting to my fifth newborn, garden boxes, the ups and downs of the podcast, the habit baselines that saved me, how my DSL surprised me, the books and entertainment I loved most, and goals for my family in the new year
December 18, 2023 11:00 - 1 hourThis is a yearly spin on my usual monthly series where I share my recent highs and lows, how my habits are going, a Do Something List update, plus what I'm loving lately and my commitments for the upcoming year. I hope this glimpse into my life, my family, my work, and my own self development encourages you in your own journey. Around here the goal is never perfection, just to keep trying, even if in very simple ways. I think you'll see that with all of the big changes going on for me, taking...
AP 554: How to Eat with More Confidence During the Holidays || with Megan Andersen
December 11, 2023 11:00 - 43 minutesThis episode is all about reclaiming joy and confidence in our relationship with food during the holiday season. In this conversation with Megan Andersen, a nutrition coach specializing in intuitive eating, we dive deep into the pressures women face during this time of year. Megan shares her insights on navigating the holiday food landscape without succumbing to anxiety, guilt, or restrictive mindsets. We explore the concept of "flexibility within structure," unraveling the idea that there's ...
AP 553: Mental Coping Skills for OVERWHELM || a 2-part conversation with Stacy Toth from the Whole View
December 08, 2023 11:00 - 50 minutesToday's episode dives deep into a word that has defined much of my 2023: overwhelm. As I reflect on how I navigated the chaos, sharing the highs and lows of my year, I'm thrilled to be joined by Stacy Toth, a certified problem solver, inclusive educator, and host of The Whole View podcast. Stacy and I discuss the nuances of overwhelm, from the surprising physiological signs to practical coping strategies. We also discuss tools and tips to help you navigate this challenging season. It's a mean...
AP 552: Skiing with my kids this winter, the holiday traditions we're enjoying, the songs I'm learning on the piano, getting back into day planning, and the Trader Joe's treat that I look forward to all year || Messy Middle December 2023
December 07, 2023 11:00 - 19 minutesThis monthly series features an episode sharing my recent highs and lows, how my habits are going, a Do Something List update, plus what I'm loving lately and my commitments for the upcoming month. I hope this glimpse into my life, my family, my work, and my own self development encourages you in your own journey. Around here the goal is never perfection, just to keep trying, even if in very simple ways. I think you'll see that with all of the big changes going on for me, taking the smallest ...
AP 551: Are you on the list? | Practical Ways Prioritize Yourself + Why it Matters
December 04, 2023 11:00 - 43 minutesAmidst the lengthy lists we make this time of year, including gifts to buy and service to render, are you on the list? While it's extra relevant throughout this holiday season, it matters all year long, too. In this episode I'm sharing why it's such a big deal to prioritize yourself, and the ways in which you start doing it right away. SNL Clip, Dr. Julie Hanks Episode, Janae Chandler episode Take my free DSL Workshop in January! Finding Me Academy My FREE DSL Training My FREE habits class...
AP 550: "Our Favorite Doable Tricks that Make an Impact" || Dear Progressor
November 30, 2023 11:00 - 22 minutesIn this edition of "Dear Progressor," you'll hear from members of this community who called in and answered my prompt to share doable tricks that they shared or learned from hosting a "Tricks and Treats Night" with friends. You can also see a comprehensive list of ideas from fellow progressors here, covering a range of areas of your life from work, to home, to relationships, and even some helpful links. I hope this episode encourages you to see the small ways that we can make a big impact on ...
AP 549: Ways to Simplify AND Have More Fun this Holiday Season || with Brooke Romney
November 27, 2023 11:00 - 42 minutesDoes the overwhelm of the holidays ever force you to choose between going all in, or doing nothing at all? Maybe you're somewhere in the middle, but overcomplicating it for yourself and not even enjoying any of your traditions, or the relationships around you. Today Brooke Romney joins me to discuss the importance of simplifying holiday traditions. Brooke shares her insights on the challenges of overcomplicating the holiday season and how she has navigated this in her own family. Some specifi...
AP 548: How Do You Become an Ultra Runner, Even as a Normal Person || with Sid Garza-Hillman
November 23, 2023 11:00 - 30 minutesIs there something that has made you think other people can do that, but not me? This episode is part of a monthly series to convince you otherwise. These episodes feature real people who are answering the question “How do you…?” about their various passions and pursuits. Sid Garza-Hillman is an author, stress and habit coach, running coach, nutritionist and repeat guest on the podcast who decided to go from recreational runner to ultra runner. He explains what exactly ultra running is, and w...
AP 547: Coping with Criticism that Feels Personal || special interview with Monica by Julie Rose of Top of Mind
November 20, 2023 11:00 - 35 minutesI was interviewed by Julie Rose for her "Stick With It" series where I open up about my personal journey of facing uncomfortable situations, particularly one where my identity as a feminist conflicted with my role as a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I share the emotional and challenging experience of reaching out to someone within my faith for an interview, only to be rejected based on my online writings. The rejection not only felt personal but also chall...
AP 546: 7 Things You Don't Know About Me for the 7 Year Anniversary of the Podcast
November 16, 2023 11:00 - 33 minutesIn this special episode to commemorate seven years of the podcast (!!!) I'm sitting down and sharing seven things you might not know about me from listener submitted questions. I cover a little bit about my childhood, how me and my husband met, some of my parenting ideas, how I'm balancing adding our fifth baby to the mix, some rapid fire questions about my favorite things, and more. Tune in to get to know me a little bit better as I make personal development just a little more personal. Fin...
AP 545: You Don’t Need to be Fearless: How to change your relationship with fear || with Farnoosh Torabi
November 13, 2023 11:00 - 50 minutesUnfortunately, fear cannot be avoided. But for so many of us, it can become an all consuming emotion, especially in certain circumstances. Farnoosh Torabi, a renowned expert in personal finance and author, shares her origin story about fear, and how it shaped her entire life. Now, she makes the distinction between understanding and embracing fear as a natural emotion, rather than viewing it as an enemy. Farnoosh emphasizes the need to have a constructive conversation with fear, allowing it to...
AP 544: Sometimes, it's just a bad day || Growth Spurt
November 09, 2023 11:00 - 11 minutesAfter sharing about a recent disappointment, I received a flood of messages that led me to realize there is this common misconception that we're alone in our feelings of being stretched too thin. After reading through them you can trust me, you are not the only one dealing with the weight of mental and physical exhaustion. Today I'm sharing more about that personal experience that left me feeling pretty upset, and questioning how I will ever be able to keep up with all of the demands of my li...
AP 543: How Distraction Works + How to Get Better at Doing What You Say You’re Going to Do || with Nir Eyal
November 06, 2023 11:00 - 55 minutesNir Eyal, author and behavioral designer, has spent years researching habit formation - specifically teaching tech and product companies how to get users hooked. He has a refreshing take, though, and discourages the all-or-nothing abandonment of your smart device for a 1990's flip phone and typewriter (from personal experience, seriously). Instead, Nir teaches 4 techniques that are really mindset shifts to address the 3 biggest reasons you're getting distracted. If you've been here for any am...
AP 542: Taking more fall family adventures, garden update and learning to can vegetables, some business-related lows, adding piano playing back to my list, and a kitchen tool that I'm loving || Messy Middle November 2023
November 02, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutesThis monthly series features an episode sharing my recent highs and lows, how my habits are going, a Do Something List update, plus what I'm loving lately and my commitments for the upcoming month. I hope this glimpse into my life, my family, my work, and my own self development encourages you in your own journey. Around here the goal is never perfection, just to keep trying, even if in very simple ways. I think you'll see that with all of the big changes going on for me, taking the smallest ...
AP 541: REGULATION 101: What Your Nervous System Has To Do With Your Emotions (AKA: Information that Literally Changed my Life)
October 30, 2023 10:00 - 47 minutesEven if you never had the exact word to describe it, I am sure you have found yourself overwhelmed, overstimulated, or overreactive, and ultimately you were dysregulated. Being in a regulated state allows us to respond to situations with calm and intention, while dysregulation can lead to reactive behavior. My guest, emotional development expert and author Alyssa Blask Campbell, explains that regulation involves the ability to cycle through different states in our nervous system with ease, ho...
AP 540: BONUS: How PROTEIN and AMINO ACIDS are essential to helping you feel great in your body as you age || with Angelo Keely of Kion
October 26, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutesAre you aging? If so, what’s changed for you about your energy, your mobility, your strength, and even your soreness scale? Many of us are starting the aging process or are smack dab in the middle of it, and have been for decades. Talking about bodies and aging can be a can of worms. We have a lot of layers—socially and commercially—that influence the ways we see and value women’s bodies, and degrade this value as those bodies age. That’s a very important topic; but, it’s not the one we’re c...
AP 539: 3 Simple Ways to Take the Dread Out of Dinner || with Brittney Hanks
October 23, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutesHave you ever been filled with dread as five o'clock approaches, the house is chaotic, everyone is hungry, including you, and you're unsure of what to make for dinner or if you even have all of the ingredients? Brittney Hanks, creator of One Stop Meals, sat down with me to explore how busy moms can simplify dinner planning. Brittney shares her personal journey with cooking, from childhood experiences to finding joy in the kitchen as an adult. Plus, we dive deep into the mental load of meal pl...
AP 538: Would we reallllly wish for an easy life? || Growth Spurt
October 19, 2023 10:00 - 11 minutesRecently my young kids were asking something we've probably all joked about, and it was along the lines of "What would you wish for if a genie could grant you one wish?" The conversation had me thinking that, joking aside, I would wish for things to feel easier. Sometimes the overwhelm of everything going on in my life just feels too hard. But then, that thought had me thinking even more: what if "the hard" is the purpose? This short episode is more of my reasoning behind that realization, t...
AP 537: “Help! I’m in a rut, overstimulated, and overwhelmed” || Coaching Call with Tash
October 16, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutesHave you ever felt like, “I’m in a rut . . .” only to realize that rut is more because you’re actually feeling overstimulated and dysregulated? In today's episode you'll hear a coaching call with Tash, where she describes the challenges of managing household responsibilities, keeping the kids engaged, and finding time for herself. During our conversation, it became very clear that Tash need some time to intentionally recharge each day. Together we came up with activities like reading a book o...
AP 536: Thoughts on "The Giving Tree" || Growth Spurt
October 12, 2023 10:00 - 8 minutesShel Silverstein's poems have long been some of my very favorite, and today I want to expound on my thoughts surrounding the popular one titled, "The Giving Tree." The story perpetuates the idea that women should give, and give, and give, expecting nothing in return. And so we see that cycle repeat from one generation to another, deeply affecting meaningful relationships. I don't want to be a stump of a woman at the end of my life, and I don't want that for you, either. I hope this bite-sized...
AP 535: What to do When You Have Given so Much Away, You Have Nothing Left to Give || with Nicole Walters
October 09, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutesNicole Walters, author, podcaster, daughter of immigrants, and self-made millionaire, opens up about her life, which includes adopting three girls, starting her own business, navigating a challenging marriage, and experiencing various personal struggles. She discusses how she fell into the pattern of being a "human giver," always putting others first, and how it eventually led to burnout. The conversation takes a deep dive into the concept of self-worth and the societal pressure on women to c...
AP 534: Our final garden harvest, technology lows, playing piano again, my early morning habit, the podcast I'm loving, and the perspective I gained from my camera roll || Messy Middle October 2023
October 05, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutesThis monthly series features an episode sharing my recent highs and lows, how my habits are going, a Do Something List update, plus what I'm loving lately and my commitments for the upcoming month. I hope this glimpse into my life, my family, my work, and my own self development encourages you in your own journey. Around here the goal is never perfection, just to keep trying, even if in very simple ways. I think you'll see that with all of the big changes going on for me, taking the smallest ...
AP 533: Perfectionism in Parenting Teens: How to Help your Perfectionist Kids, Better Handle your Own Mistakes, and What to do When your Kids Notice That you’re Human || co-interview with Heather Frazier
October 02, 2023 10:00 - 56 minutesThis week I have a co-interview between me and Heather Frazier, host of the Pivot Parenting podcast. First, I share how I've seen perfectionism affect my experience raising children and also as a middle school teacher. Then, Heather teaches how we can better handle when our teens differentiate themselves from us, and as a result show us our flaws and failures. The conversation delves into practical strategies for maintaining a strong connection with teenagers, even amidst imperfections. Heath...
AP 532: How Do You Get Back Into Reading? || with Annette
September 28, 2023 10:00 - 40 minutesIs there something that has made you think other people can do that, but not me? This episode is part of a monthly series to convince you otherwise. These episodes feature real women who are answering the question “How do you…?” about their various passions and pursuits. Do books bring up memories for you? There are certain books that transport me right back to childhood, and some I've even enjoyed with my own kids. And even though reading was a big part of my life, somewhere along the way I ...
AP 531: 3 Common Financial Mistakes Women Make (+ How to Fix them) || with Lisa Schader
September 25, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutesI recently watched a reel on the "motherhood penalty" that sent me down an internet wormhole. Finances already make me a little bit anxious, but coupled with my research I knew it was time to bring an expert on the podcast. Lisa Schader, founder of Money Fit Moms, dives into essential financial insights for women, and shares her personal journey from frugal upbringing to becoming an advocate for financial independence. We explore common mistakes women make in managing their finances and provi...
AP 530: Play to Your Strengths || Growth Spurt
September 21, 2023 10:00 - 13 minutesIn this episode, we explore the transformative power of recognizing and harnessing our individual strengths. Often, we become fixated on areas we wish to improve, overlooking the untapped potential within our natural talents. I want to discuss the importance of first acknowledging our strengths, then dedicating time to refine and leverage them to fortify our weaknesses. Drawing from personal experiences, I shed light on how embracing our passions can lead to significant self-improvement. This...
AP 529: "How can I speak up more, even when I’m scared?” || coaching call with Candace Little
September 18, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutesCandace is a mom of four, who opens up about the overarching theme behind most of her challenges: speaking up and the fears that often hold her back from doing so. Candace bravely shares her struggle with finding her voice in various scenarios, from setting boundaries to discussing important issues with family and friends. Together, we dissect the root causes of this fear, shedding light on the complexities that many face when navigating difficult conversations. If this resonates with you, I ...