Bright Life Podcast
241 episodes - English - Latest episode: 26 days ago - ★★★★★ - 36 ratingsWelcome to the Bright Life Podcast, where big-hearted, ambitious, get their weekly dose of inspiration and encouragement around finding their passion, overcoming fears and self-doubt, and bringing their dreams to life.
Your host Jessica Johnson is the author of Your Bright Life, a digital nomad, a business owner, and a self-growth lover. Whether you're rocking the 9 to 5, starting a business, or figuring out what's next for your next season, new episodes are released every Thursday so you can leave feeling uplifted, inspired, and ready to create your biggest, brightest life or business.
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67. Why Money in the Hands of Women is a Great Thing
April 14, 2022 10:00 - 15 minutes - 29.1 MBAsk anyone about money and everyone will have a different opinion. For some, it's a negative to be suspect of, for others it's a positive to use as a force for good in the world, and for others it's a neutral resource. Where did these beliefs come from? And are they TRULY the beliefs that empower us most? In this episode, I share a few things that have been changing my mindset around money recently. Listen to the episode for a discussion around... ✨ Where our money beliefs come from and how ...
Episode 066: What Is the Cost of NOT Going After Your Dream?
March 31, 2022 15:29 - 19 minutes - 36.4 MBThere's a cost to anything in life, whether it's money, time, energy, or risk... but did you know that there is also a cost to NOT doing something? Listen to this episode for a few mindset reframes to clarify whether something is worth your investment. Including... ✨ Why something that costs MORE may actually be better for you ✨ Why the money is only ONE part of the equation (and other factors to consider) ✨ The difference between an INVESTMENT and an EXPENSE ✨ Why LOSI...
66. What Is the Cost of NOT Going After Your Dream?
March 31, 2022 15:29 - 19 minutes - 36.4 MBThere's a cost to anything in life, whether it's money, time, energy, or risk... but did you know that there is also a cost to NOT doing something? Listen to this episode for a few mindset reframes to clarify whether something is worth your investment. Including... ✨ Why something that costs MORE may actually be better for you ✨ Why the money is only ONE part of the equation (and other factors to consider) ✨ The difference between an INVESTMENT and an EXPENSE ✨ Why LOSING a small amount ...
65. 3 Beliefs to Upgrade Before Starting a Business
March 24, 2022 15:06 - 24 minutes - 45.7 MBIn this episode, we discuss three common (false) beliefs that people have about starting a business or side hustle. These myths can slow you down, make you doubt your abilities, and prevent you from getting started in the first place. You may not even realize you have them, so listen in to unwind these hidden beliefs and replace them with more empowering mindset reframes that help you get everything you want out of life and business. — More free resources to support your brightest life + b...
Episode 065: 3 Beliefs to Upgrade Before Starting a Business
March 24, 2022 15:06 - 24 minutes - 45.7 MBIn this episode, we discuss three common (false) beliefs that people have about starting a business or side hustle. These myths can slow you down, make you doubt your abilities, and prevent you from getting started in the first place. You may not even realize you have them, so listen in to unwind these hidden beliefs and replace them with more empowering mindset reframes that help you get everything you want out of life and business. Download the free Freelance Copywriter Starter Kit here:...
Episode 064: 5 Tips to Worry Less About What Others Think
March 17, 2022 14:48 - 17 minutes - 34.2 MB"But what if other people don't get it?" Building the life or business of your dreams often requires you to do things differently than your best friends, family, colleagues, or even internet strangers. But you can't let what others think stop you from living the life you were meant for. Listen to this episode for 5 simple lessons I've learned (and often remind myself) :) to worry less about what others think.
64. 5 Tips to Worry Less About What Others Think
March 17, 2022 14:48 - 17 minutes - 34.2 MB"But what if other people don't get it?" Building the life or business of your dreams often requires you to do things differently than your best friends, family, colleagues, or even internet strangers. But you can't let what others think stop you from living the life you were meant for. Listen to this episode for 5 simple lessons I've learned (and often remind myself) :) to worry less about what others think. — More free resources to support your brightest life + biz: ...
63. How to Find Your Edit in Life & Biz Feat. Cortney Bigelow of The Grey Edit
March 10, 2022 18:06 - 39 minutes - 74.5 MBCortney Bigelow is a Seattle-based lifestyle blogger and photographer operating under the name The Grey Edit. She creates digital content that aims to empower women to find their edit and live the life they desire. In this episode, she shares her journey leaving a global fashion brand to find her own entrepreneurial edit in 2018, how staying open and honoring her instincts led her to a dream career as a photographer for women paving their own way, and her best tips and tricks for styling an...
Episode 063: How to Find Your Edit in Life & Biz Feat. Cortney Bigelow of The Grey Edit
March 10, 2022 18:06 - 39 minutes - 74.5 MBCortney Bigelow is a Seattle-based lifestyle blogger and photographer operating under the name The Grey Edit. She creates digital content that aims to empower women to find their edit and live the life they desire. In this episode, she shares her journey leaving a global fashion brand to find her own entrepreneurial edit in 2018, how staying open and honoring her instincts led her to a dream career as a photographer for women paving their own way, and her best tips and tricks for styli...
Episode 062: What to Do if You Hit a Creative RUT
March 03, 2022 11:00 - 14 minutes - 28.2 MBIt happens to all of us, but after 15+ years in communications and marketing, running weekly podcasts, and writing pretty much daily, I've learned some tips and tricks for getting out of a creative rut! Listen to this episode to kickstart inspiration, beat writer's block, and get creative. Thanks to the savvy student in my program Freelance to Freedom who inspired this episode. 💛 Freelance Copywriting Starter Kit: bit.ly/3xCbAVZ Freelance to Freedom Waitlist: bit.ly/3xCbzBp
62. What to Do if You Hit a Creative Rut
March 03, 2022 11:00 - 14 minutes - 28.2 MBIt happens to all of us, but after 15+ years in communications and marketing, running weekly podcasts, and writing pretty much daily, I've learned some tips and tricks for getting out of a creative rut! Listen to this episode to kickstart inspiration, beat writer's block, and get creative. — More free resources to support your brightest life + biz: My Book: Your Bright Life Free Copywriter Starter Kit + Tr...
62. What to Do if You Hit a Creative RUT
March 03, 2022 11:00 - 14 minutes - 28.2 MBIt happens to all of us, but after 15+ years in communications and marketing, running weekly podcasts, and writing pretty much daily, I've learned some tips and tricks for getting out of a creative rut! Listen to this episode to kickstart inspiration, beat writer's block, and get creative. _ Download these freebies to support you in designing YOUR brightest life: Bright Life Workbook: https://bit.ly/podcast-freebie Copywriter Starter Kit: https://bit.ly/copybizstarterkit
61. Your Wound Is Where Your Light Shines Out
February 24, 2022 14:36 - 8 minutes - 16.2 MBRumi famously said, "The wound is the place where the light enters you." But what if your wounds, so-called imperfections, or cracks are also where were your light shines OUT? Where your wisdom, compassion, and learnings pour out onto others, illuminating THEIR path and showing the beauty and strength beaming inside you? Our culture celebrates perfection, but what if your imperfections are really one of the most beautiful parts of you—where your light shines brightest and furthest? — More ...
Episode 061: Your Wound Is Where Your Light Shines Out
February 24, 2022 14:36 - 8 minutes - 16.2 MBRumi famously said, "The wound is the place where the light enters you." But what if your wounds, so-called imperfections, or cracks are also where were your light shines OUT? Where your wisdom, compassion, and learnings pour out onto others, illuminating THEIR path and showing the beauty and strength beaming inside you? Our culture celebrates perfection, but what if your imperfections are really one of the most beautiful parts of you—where your light shines brightest and furthest?
60. How to Juggle a Side Hustle AND a Day Job
February 10, 2022 21:09 - 13 minutes - 26.2 MBIf you're working a full-time career AND dreaming of making a creative project, side hustle, or even full-fledged business... this episode is for you! This season can be so tough to navigate because so many demands are pulling at your time and energy. But it IS possible and it IS worthwhile—I've done it, and I'm sharing my best tips + tricks for this season. — More free resources to support your brightest life + biz: My Book: Your Bright Life...
Episode 060: How to Juggle a Side Hustle AND a Day Job
February 10, 2022 21:09 - 13 minutes - 26.2 MBIf you're working a full-time career AND dreaming of making a creative project, side hustle, or even full-fledged business... this episode is for you! This season can be so tough to navigate because so many demands are pulling at your time and energy. But it IS possible and it IS worthwhile—I've done it, and I'm sharing my best tips + tricks for this season.
Episode 059: Why It Hasn't All Been Done Before and It's Not Too Late for YOU
February 03, 2022 11:00 - 8 minutes - 17.7 MBNo, the market isn't too saturated; no, it hasn't all been done before; and no, it's definitely not too late for you! Listen to this short + sweet episode for a mindset reframe about why the world desperately needs YOUR voice, business idea, product or service, or dream... and why there are people out there waiting for YOU and only you!
59. Why It Hasn't All Been Done Before and It's Not Too Late for YOU
February 03, 2022 11:00 - 8 minutes - 17.7 MBNo, the market isn't too saturated; no, it hasn't all been done before; and no, it's definitely not too late for you! Listen to this short + sweet episode for a mindset reframe about why the world desperately needs YOUR voice, business idea, product or service, or dream... and why there are people out there waiting for YOU and only you! — More free resources to support your brightest life + biz: My Book: Your Bright Life ...
58. Why NOW is Your Time: A Pump Up to Get Out There and Get Started
January 27, 2022 11:00 - 16 minutes - 31.8 MBIf you've been mulling over a dream but afraid to actually begin, press play to get pumped up to get out there TODAY. This episode is exactly what I would've said to myself before leaving Corporate America, when I was terrified to take the leap, convinced I would lose all my money and reputation, and imagining the worst. Listen for a pep talk about why NOW is your time, it's safe to say yes BEFORE you feel ready, and the world needs what ONLY you have. — More free resources to support your...
Episode 058: Why NOW is Your Time: A Pump Up to Get Out There and Get Started
January 27, 2022 11:00 - 16 minutes - 31.8 MBIf you've been mulling over a dream but afraid to actually begin, press play to get pumped up to get out there TODAY. This episode is exactly what I would've said to myself before leaving Corporate America, when I was terrified to take the leap, convinced I would lose all my money and reptutation, and imagining the worst. Listen for a pep talk about why NOW is your time, it's safe to say yes BEFORE you feel ready, and the world needs what ONLY you have.
57. The Fastest Way to Unlock Your Next Level in Life
January 20, 2022 11:00 - 11 minutes - 21.6 MBWhy running toward your fears leads you directly into the growth, healing, and evolution you are now ready for. — More free resources to support your brightest life + biz: My Book: Your Bright Life Free Copywriter Starter Kit + Training My Website + Blog My YouTube My Instagram
Episode 057: The Fastest Way to Unlock Your Next Level in Life
January 20, 2022 11:00 - 11 minutes - 21.6 MBWhy running toward your fears leads you directly into the growth, healing, and evolution you are now ready for.
Episode 056: Remembering the Power of Your CHOICE
January 13, 2022 18:57 - 13 minutes - 26.6 MBWhen the going gets tough, tap into these five questions to empower yourself to keep going — or to choose again — always remembering that YOU are the one in control and you can tap into your power at any time.
56. Remembering the Power of Your CHOICE
January 13, 2022 18:57 - 13 minutes - 26.6 MBWhen the going gets tough, tap into these five questions to empower yourself to keep going — or to choose again — always remembering that YOU are the one in control and you can tap into your power at any time. — More free resources to support your brightest life + biz: My Book: Your Bright Life Free Copywriter Starter Kit + Training My Website + Blog My YouTube My Instagram
55. A Simple Way to Build Consistency With New Habits This Year
January 06, 2022 16:41 - 15 minutes - 29.7 MBMassive, unrepeatable, inconsistent resolutions are so last year! ;) If you're looking to build new habits into your life with ease and consistency, listen to this episode for a simple way to see change over time — without the all-or-nothing trap that gives you three days of progress followed by three months of feeling stuck. — More free resources to support your brightest life + biz: My Book: Your Bright Life ...
55. A Simple Way to Build CONSISTENCY With New Habits This Year
January 06, 2022 16:41 - 15 minutes - 29.7 MBMassive, unrepeatable, inconsistent resolutions are so last year! ;) If you're looking to build new habits into your life with ease and consistency, listen to this episode for a simple way to see change over time — without the all-or-nothing trap that gives you three days of progress followed by three months of feeling stuck.
Episode 055: A Simple Way to Build CONSISTENCY With New Habits This Year
January 06, 2022 16:41 - 15 minutes - 29.7 MBMassive, unrepeatable, inconsistent resolutions are so last year! ;) If you're looking to build new habits into your life with ease and consistency, listen to this episode for a simple way to see change over time — without the all-or-nothing trap that gives you three days of progress followed by three months of feeling stuck.
54. Embracing Your Flaws: Making Your Way the RIGHT Way
December 30, 2021 22:08 - 17 minutes - 32.9 MBWe all have things we feel like we should change about ourselves, from procrastinating to hitting snooze one too many times in the morning. BUT this episode packs a mega mindset reframe — how to make those things RIGHT. With real-life examples of people who've made millions embracing their so-called imperfections, this episode shares how to LEAN INTO your natural preferences and style (instead of changing it or making it wrong) to be successful. — More free resources to support your bright...
Episode 054: Embracing Your Flaws: Making Your Way the RIGHT Way
December 30, 2021 22:08 - 17 minutes - 32.9 MBWe all have things we feel like we should change about ourselves, from procrastinating to hitting snooze one too many times in the morning. BUT this episode packs a mega mindset reframe — how to make those things RIGHT. With real-life examples of people who've made millions embracing their so-called imperfections, this episode shares how to LEAN INTO your natural preferences and style (instead of changing it or making it wrong) to be successful.
53. 3 Unconventional Gratitude Practices That Will Change Your Life
December 26, 2021 17:29 - 17 minutes - 33.3 MBMove over gratitude journal — these three gratitude practices take one minute or less to practice but can totally transform your day and life, filling you with more peace, happiness, and appreciation for what you have, where you are, and who you're doing life with. — More free resources to support your brightest life + biz: My Book: Your Bright Life Free Copywriter Starter Kit + Training My Website + ...
Episode 053: 3 Unconventional Gratitude Practices That Will Change Your Life
December 26, 2021 17:29 - 17 minutes - 33.3 MBMove over gratitude journal — these three gratitude practices take one minute or less to practice but can totally transform your day and life, filling you with more peace, happiness, and appreciation for what you have, where you are, and who you're doing life with.
52. Birthday Episode: Top Lessons Learned at 34
December 16, 2021 17:56 - 20 minutes - 39.1 MBThis episode is the one-year anniversary of the podcast and my 35th birthday episode! Listen for my top five lessons learned over the past year. — More free resources to support your brightest life + biz: My Book: Your Bright Life Free Copywriter Starter Kit + Training My Website + Blog My YouTube My Instagram
Episode 052: Birthday Episode: Top Lessons Learned at 34
December 16, 2021 17:56 - 20 minutes - 39.1 MBThis episode is the one-year anniversary of the podcast and my 35th birthday episode! Listen for my top five lessons learned over the past year.
51. How This Stylist Built an In-Demand Hair Salon from the Ground Up (Plus Her Best Haircare Tips!) Feat. Brittney Booth
December 09, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 60.3 MBToday’s guest built a booked-out hair salon from the ground up, and if you’re curious about haircare OR business, you’re going to love this episode! Brittney Booth shares her journey from working multiple jobs to launching a business, believing in herself, and eventually opening the doors to her very own salon! She reveals the mindset shifts that made the biggest difference, advice she wishes she would’ve known starting out, and practical tips we can ALL use to feel more confident and beauti...
Episode 051: How This Stylist Built an In-Demand Hair Salon from the Ground Up (Plus Her Best Haircare Tips!) Feat. Brittney Booth
December 09, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 60.3 MBToday’s guest built a booked-out hair salon from the ground up, and if you’re curious about haircare OR business, you’re going to love this episode! Brittney Booth shares her journey from working multiple jobs to launching a business, believing in herself, and eventually opening the doors to her very own salon! She reveals the mindset shifts that made the biggest difference, advice she wishes she would’ve known starting out, and practical tips we can ALL use to feel more confident and beauti...
50. Are You Focusing on the PROCESS or the OUTCOME?
December 02, 2021 11:00 - 21 minutes - 40.1 MBIt's so common to focus on the GOAL or OUTCOME instead of the ways you can make yourself successful along the way. But this can lead to unnecessary burn out, defeat, and stop/start patterns, where you never end up actually reaching your dream (or hate the process doing so). In this episode, learn how to become a woman who finds joy in the JOURNEY, creates tangible steps to be successful EVERY day, celebrates herself at mini milestones, and even reaches her goals FASTER because of it. — Mor...
Episode 050: Are You Focusing on the PROCESS or the OUTCOME?
December 02, 2021 11:00 - 21 minutes - 40.1 MBIt's so common to focus on the GOAL or OUTCOME instead of the ways you can make yourself successful along the way. But this can lead to unnecessary burn out, defeat, and stop/start patterns, where you never end up actually reaching your dream (or hate the process doing so). In this episode, learn how to become a woman who finds joy in the JOURNEY, creates tangible steps to be successful EVERY day, celebrates herself at mini milestones, and even reaches her goals FASTER because of it.
49. Prioritizing PLEASURE in Fitness, Business & Life—How It Changes EVERYTHING Feat. Jenn Jordan
November 25, 2021 11:00 - 43 minutes - 80.8 MBJenn Jordan is a passionate, pleasure-seeking entrepreneur with 25 years of experience in the fitness industry. She is the founder of the Muse Method, where her mission is to put the 'mmmm' back in movement and make every woman feel at home in her skin. After decades of teaching every class under the sun, she believes that the fastest way to your best body is to say buh-bye to burpees and hello to blissful movement. In this episode, she drops serious aha moments from her entrepreneurial and ...
Episode 049: Prioritizing PLEASURE in Fitness, Business & Life—How It Changes EVERYTHING Feat. Jenn Jordan
November 25, 2021 11:00 - 43 minutes - 80.8 MBJenn Jordan is a passionate, pleasure-seeking entrepreneur with 25 years of experience in the fitness industry. She is the founder of the Muse Method, where her mission is to put the 'mmmm' back in movement and make every woman feel at home in her skin. After decades of teaching every class under the sun, she believes that the fastest way to your best body is to say buh-bye to burpees and hello to blissful movement. In this episode, she drops serious aha moments from her entrepreneurial and ...
Episode 048: Not Making the Hard Wrong
November 18, 2021 11:00 - 9 minutes - 19 MBWhen you're pursuing a major goal, there comes a point in the journey when things feel HARD. This episode offers a reframe to take the INTENSITY out of the hard stuff. What we usually fear is NOT an action or outcome, but the FEELING we associate with it—and you, my dear, can handle any emotion. Listen to this episode for a reminder of how powerful, capable, and unstoppable you are—even (and especially) in facing the hard things. Find her + her programs at: instagram.com/themusemethod
48. Not Making the Hard Wrong
November 18, 2021 11:00 - 9 minutes - 19 MBWhen you're pursuing a major goal, there comes a point in the journey when things feel HARD. This episode offers a reframe to take the INTENSITY out of the hard stuff. What we usually fear is NOT an action or outcome, but the FEELING we associate with it—and you, my dear, can handle any emotion. Listen to this episode for a reminder of how powerful, capable, and unstoppable you are—even (and especially) in facing the hard things. — More free resources to support your brightest life + biz: ...
47. From a Career in Finance to a Thriving Online Fitness Business Feat. Paige Yomogida
November 11, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 59.5 MBThis episode's guest has an incredible story about leaving a promising career in finance to create a successful online business in fitness, her true passion. Hear the exciting details of how she left the finance industry, what gave her the confidence to leave such a steady career track, and how she built a business even in the middle of a pandemic. This episode is full of powerful reframes, funny stories, and aha moments that you won't want to miss! Paige Yomogida is an Online Fitness and N...
Episode 047: From a Career in Finance to a Thriving Online Fitness Business Feat. Paige Yomogida
November 11, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 59.5 MBThis episode's guest has an incredible story about leaving a promising career in finance to create a successful online business in fitness, her true passion. Hear the exciting details of how she left the finance industry, what gave her the confidence to leave such a steady career track, and how she built a business even in the middle of a pandemic. This episode is full of powerful reframes, funny stories, and aha moments that you won't want to miss! Paige Yomogida is an Online Fitness ...
Episode 046: You Can Trust Your Desires
November 04, 2021 19:50 - 12 minutes - 24.6 MBIf you're about to take the leap on something in your life but need a little pep talk to do so, listen to this episode for a few questions you can ask to get clear on your desires, trust your instincts, discover hidden solutions, and take the leap to your dreams.
46. You Can Trust Your Desires
November 04, 2021 19:50 - 12 minutes - 24.6 MBIf you're about to take the leap on something in your life but need a little pep talk to do so, listen to this episode for a few questions you can ask to get clear on your desires, trust your instincts, discover hidden solutions, and take the leap to your dreams. — More free resources to support your brightest life + biz: My Book: Your Bright Life Free Copywriter Starter Kit + Training My Website + Bl...
Episode 045: How to Create a Business (and Life) That Feels Aligned to YOU Feat. Kim Argetsinger
October 28, 2021 10:00 - 41 minutes - 77.1 MBKim Argetsinger is a mindset coach and business mentor with a mission to help heart-centered entrepreneurs create their version of success and make more money doing what they love. In this episode, we discuss ALIGNMENT — how to know when it's ON and off in life and business, how to create more of it, and why it's the key ingredient for a life and business you're wildly obsessed with. Listen to this episode to learn... What alignment is and why it's the secret sauce to more happi...
45. How to Create a Business (and Life) That Feels Aligned to YOU Feat. Kim Argetsinger
October 28, 2021 10:00 - 41 minutes - 77.1 MBKim Argetsinger is a mindset coach and business mentor with a mission to help heart-centered entrepreneurs create their version of success and make more money doing what they love. In this episode, we discuss ALIGNMENT — how to know when it's ON and off in life and business, how to create more of it, and why it's the key ingredient for a life and business you're wildly obsessed with. Listen to this episode to learn... What alignment is and why it's the secret sauce to more happiness, flow...
44. Hold the Dream, Release the Ways It Can Come True
October 21, 2021 21:30 - 14 minutes - 28.3 MBYour mission is to focus on the WHAT, not on the HOW. When you get clear on your dream and how it will FEEL, but let go of the specifics around how it has to come true, you open yourself to creative solutions, unexpected support, and possibility where you least expect it. — More free resources to support your brightest life + biz: My Book: Your Bright Life Free Copywriter Starter Kit + Training My We...
Episode 044: Hold the Dream, Release the Ways It Can Come True
October 21, 2021 21:30 - 14 minutes - 28.3 MBYour mission is to focus on the WHAT, not on the HOW. When you get clear on your dream and how it will FEEL, but let go of the specifics around how it has to come true, you open yourself to creative solutions, unexpected support, and possibility where you least expect it.
Episode 043: Pep Talk for When You Feel Like You’re Pushing, Failing, or Forcing
October 14, 2021 18:25 - 10 minutes - 19.9 MBIf there's an area where you feel like you're failing, this episode offers another perspective. Maybe success was never the PURPOSE of your endeavor to begin with. MAYBE it's how you're growing. How you're showing up. What you're LEARNING. Who you're BECOMING. Listen to this episode whenever you feel like you're pushing, forcing, or failing—and need a reminder that you might be right on track or closer than you think.