Built to be You

The Year of Confidence: A Transformative Journey w/ Jess

Authenticity is a superpower! Jess takes us through her year-long project that she calls "The Year of Confidence!" She shares how being stuck in Barbados during the pandemic without access to anything she was familiar with actually led her to start her business helping other women speak their truth and live a truly aligned life. Through her own self-discover journey with The Year of Confidence, she was able to find her confident self and how to show up in the world authentically. Our co...

Redefining SUCCESS is a requirement to letting yourself WIN

In this episode we are going to explore the concept of SUCCESS and how it is constantly evolving. I share my personal experience of redefining success in my own life and encourage YOU to reflect on your own definitions of success. We talk about the role of ego and emotions in decision-making and share some practical tips for making aligned choices. Tune in to gain insights on embracing your journey and finding fulfillment on your OWN terms. Key Points: Success is not a fixed destination bu...

How to Build a Nursing Career That is Worthwhile, Interesting, Sustainable, Empowered, and Limitless by Putting Yourself First w/ Mary Ghazarian

I am SO excited to have Mary on the podcast! Mary is the author of the book "Nursing Wisely: How to Build a Nursing Career That is Worthwhile, Interesting, Sustainable, Empowered, and Limitless by Putting Yourself First" and today she is sharing all about how the book came to be and giving us some juicy nuggets that I am sure we can all put into practice! Mary talks us through the six pillars of the nursing wisely framework 'W-I-S-E-L-Y' and how following these pillars leads to a sustainabl...

A life built on settling and accepting..

This episode comes straight from my heart because friend, I truly believe you deserve to live a life you are obsessed with! Today I'm chatting with you about how important it is to stay curious and stop accepting the status quo. I encourage you to ask yourself what more you could do...  How else could you show up and how else could you make an impact? What are the things that set your soul on fire and how can you incorporate more of those things?  There is true power behind taking ownershi...

What would SHIFT in your life if you OWNED your desires, dreams & wants?

You can attract absolutely whatever it is you want in life... Do you believe that? The key is to equip ourselves with the tools to shift negative thoughts and doubts. Of course, we will encounter bumps, moments of self-doubt, and people who may doubt us along the way. However, it is crucial to change the narrative and energetically become a magnet for what we want in life!  When we vibrate at a level of certainty and confidence, we can attract whatever it is that we desire. Sometimes you m...

[HABIT HACK] LOWERING the threshold to WIN

Creating consistency and new habits doesn't always require extreme measures. Many people have the mindset of going all in or not showing up at all, but doesn't that feel overwhelming and unsustainable?! When I work with clients who want to establish new habits we start with understanding why the goal is important to them and I encourage starting with the end in mind. By visualizing the desired feelings or achievements at the end of the day or week, you can set more realistic and achievable ...

Boundaries (with a capital B 😉) as an act of SELF TRUST 💋

We are talking ALL about the importance of boundaries and how they can be a source of empowerment. From the pressure individuals feel to meet societal expectations and the self-inflicted expectations that often stem from feelings of shame and inadequacy.  We unpack how boundaries are not just about keeping others out, but also about preserving what is important and necessary for YOURSELF. With an emphasis on the need for self-awareness and self-responsibility in setting boundaries while enc...

GROW where you’re planted instead of where you THINK you 'should be'

[NURSE] you can find your passion & purpose WITHOUT leaving your full time job w/ Courtney & founder of Rekindled Nurse

In a profession like nursing, there is a tendency to prioritize others. Today I'm chatting with Courtney, a nurse working at an endoscopy outpatient surgical unit, all about the importance of self-awareness and understanding your values and priorities when making decisions! Courtney shares how her platform, Rekindled Nurse, was founded on the idea of empowering nurses to prioritize self-care and self-awareness in their careers. Nurses can often fall into a cycle of autopilot where they cloc...

Letting GRIEF be your own unique experience & tools to navigate alongside it w/ Tara

Have you or someone you know had to navigate grief? Today I'm talking to Tara about her journey from digital marketing and wine to grief counseling. She shares her own grief journey after losing her father in 2019 and how it inspired her to help others cope with loss. Our conversation highlights the importance of normalizing conversations around grief and offers tips for healthcare workers and individuals on how to navigate this difficult topic. Tara also shares helpful tools such as journ...

Breaking the negative cycle with your HEALTH & debunking 'common' vs. 'normal' symptoms w/ Natalie

Are you aligning your goals with your values and passions? Today I'm chatting with Natalie, a functional nutritionist. She shares how setting goals that we don't truly care about can actually damage our self-trust and hinder our ability to listen to our bodies.    When we focus on meaningful and enjoyable pursuits we can boost our confidence and that spills over into other areas of our lives, enabling us to tackle new challenges with resilience and self-assurance. We also dive into the sig...

Nervous system regulation through EFT & honoring body cues w/ Maria

Do you feel like you don't have the time to prioritize self-care? Today we have Maria, a Certified Transformational EFT Coach on the podcast to talk about how neglecting self-care can actually lead to a long rebuilding phase after burnout.  She shares the importance of paying attention to body cues, such as hunger cues, and not pushing them away in the pursuit of productivity. Constantly being in a state of productivity can indicate chronic stress and dysregulation of the nervous system, wh...

[FIRESIDE CHATS] glass ceilings & broken dreams.. is that going to be YOUR STORY?

Exploring Herbal Medicine and Plant Medicine w/ Mel Mutterspaugh

Today I'm chatting with Mel, a clinical herbalist who started off as a backpacking guide and wilderness therapist in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Through her work, she realized that the toxic first-aid kits her clients were bringing were doing more harm than good. Mel developed a natural first-aid kit and became passionate about teaching people how to use plants for self-care and care for the planet. Mel chats with us about the importance of learning the science behind medicinal use of p...

Breaking FREE from resistance and EMBRACING uncertainty 🚀

Today, I want to share with you a really powerful and empowering episode that I think will resonate with so many of you. In this episode, I talk about the importance of letting go of resistance and surrendering to your intuition. I share my own personal journey of learning to trust my intuition and how it has led me to make some big changes in my life. I know that so many of us struggle with the need for certainty and the fear of the unknown. We hold on so tightly to what we think we know ...

Discovering yourself and learning how to COMMUNICATE within your deepest relationships w/ Erin Woodruff

I am so excited for you to hear from Erin! She is a mom, wife, and CEO. Erin is a certified life coach who helps high-achieving women stay happily married to introverts. As a life coach, Erin helps you reconnect with yourself so you can create the abundant life you’re excited about. She teaches you how to communicate, love unconditionally, and create time for yourself. I love how she shares her own experience marrying  young at 22 and how she is currently living her dream job by helping o...

The power of cultivating CONNECTION in your community

This is a message that I just feel really called to share and my hope is that it resonates with you!  Start by reflecting on the community you have in your everyday life. Whether it's through social media connections, physical environments, friendships, or hobbies, I want you to consider the energy you feel when you are surrounded by those people and how it affects you.  I'll share my own experiences with you when it comes to vulnerability and the importance of surrounding myself with posi...

How to end the stress response and prevent burnout w/ Katie Cooper

Today I'm chatting with Katie all about combatting stress and burnout for healthcare professionals. Katie shares her personal story of how burnout drove her to take action and become a certified health coach during the pandemic, out of a desire to help other healthcare professionals deal with the unique pressures of their work. She encourages the listeners to pay attention to their triggers, in order to lessen the harmful effects of prolonged stress.    Even if you aren't in the healthcar...

Building a RECOVERY toolbox for the "I'm just not feeling it" seasons

Join me in todays episode of 'just not feeling it'. Those seasons of life where everything seems to require extra energy and effort. Burnout is a real thing my friend that can affect all aspects of our lives, from our careers to our relationships to our personal obligations. As we go about our day-to-day lives, it is important to be aware of our energy levels and to take steps to replenish our energy when needed.  One of the most important steps we can take to manage energy intentionally an...

Combatting chronic pain so you can show up confidently and effortlessly YOU w/ Cassie Parker

 Let's start with a few rapid-fire questions! Q1: What was the first thing you did when you woke up this morning? A1: My 3 year old woke me up this morning :)  Q2: Does your car have a name? A2: No, but I've had it since high school. Q3: If you could eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be? A3: Pizza or pancakes! Now let's dive into Cassie's story. She owns her own practice - Resilient Wellness and Physical Therapy and she's been a physical therapist for almost 8 years...

How to combat chronic pain so you can show up confidently and effortlessly YOU w/ Cassie Parker

 Let's start with a few rapid-fire questions! Q1: What was the first thing you did when you woke up this morning? A1: My 3 year old woke me up this morning :)  Q2: Does your car have a name? A2: No, but I've had it since high school. Q3: If you could eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be? A3: Pizza or pancakes! Now let's dive into Cassie's story. She owns her own practice - Resilient Wellness and Physical Therapy and she's been a physical therapist for almost 8 years...

Taking Ownership of Your GUT Health w/ Lindsey Walker

Today I'm chatting with Lindsey Walker, a holistic health practitioner and RN of 10 years specializing in helping women heal their digestive issues.  She walks us through her own experiences with bloating, constipation, eczema, and fatigue which helped lead her to the work she does now. Lindsey shares the importance of prioritizing your own health and seeking ways to improve and care for yourself.  This conversation is a must-listen to and I have no doubt you'll learn a lot from what Linds...

Permission slip to STOP forcing GROWTH

Today I want to encourage you to embrace the uncertainty and discomfort that comes with waiting and to find beauty in the slowdown.  If you're listening to this, I am currently sitting creekside in the middle of a six-mile hike and I had to share one of my current frustrations with you... This feeling like we are not far enough along in life. Maybe you can relate? I want you to take this as your permission slip to take a step back and recognize the beauty of your current season and the unc...

Unlearning Limiting Beliefs and Allowing Yourself to Shine w/ Charity Majors

Today I'm chatting with Charity, author of "Meant For More" and inspirational speaker. We discuss the power of finding and uncovering yourself. Charity talks about growing up dreaming of big things and learning to take charge as a natural leader.   Additionally, she speaks to the power of personal growth and shares about the darker times when she didn't fit in and was unable to show her true self. Charity sheds light on her own personal journey and the need to unlearn her limiting beliefs. T...

How to make nursing work for you while embracing SELF EXPRESSION and following your PASSIONS w/ Cat Golden

Today I'm chatting with Cat Golden and I couldn't be more excited!! Cat is a nursing professional, who shares how she created a safe place for herself and other nurses to express their feelings and be human first. She shares her own personal journey as she pursued her interests and hobbies - moving to Michigan, hiking, and all kinds of new things. Cat encourages nurses to pursue their interests and strive for a balance between their job and life by making nursing work for them. She provid...

Exploring fertility, nutrition, and pursuing your entrepreneurial dreams w/ Danielle Kepics

Danielle Kepics is the CEO of Empowered Medicine.  She is trained in fertility education, nutrition coaching, and counseling psychology. Today she's coming on to share her background and journey to becoming the CEO of her own health! Danielle emphasizes the importance of taking control of your health and well-being in a world where not many people are prioritizing their health until it's too late. I have no doubt that this conversation with Danielle will inspire you to take control of you...

Overcoming Self-Sabotage & Imposter Syndrome to Step Into Massive Growth w/ Christine Corcoran

Today we have Christine on the podcast all the way from Australia! Christine works with women in business who are stressed, overwhelmed, and overworked and she helps them shift their mindset so that they can truly go after their dreams. Self-sabotage is something that shows up when we start to step outside our comfort zone. Christine helps unpack why this might be showing up for you and how to recognize it. Our brains naturally build up belief systems to try to protect us from anything that...

LIVING with JOY & RELEASING Performance-Based Metrics

When was the last time you can say you truly felt pure, unapologetic joy?!  Today we're chatting about facing fears, taking action, and pursuing joy without letting expectations dampen it. It's so important for us to explore hobbies and activities with a carefree attitude, embrace emotions, and take messy action, with the goal of becoming the best version of ourselves. [00:01:43] Simple joy and fulfillment. [00:04:38] Finding joy without pressure. [00:08:00] Finding joy in everyday life. [...

Transitioning from Travel Nursing to Certified Integrated Health Coach w/ Carly Miceli

Carly is a former travel nurse that has transitioned into an Integrated Health Coach.  When she first started she found that she didn't align with bedside nursing or night shift but fell in love once she found GI nursing! A proactive vs. reactive approach was important to Carly so she started learning more about nutrition and found a school where she could become certified as a health coach. Once that journey started it led her to start her own business helping women be more proactive with ...

A Giant HUG & reminder to Pump the Breaks: A Podcast for Transition Seasons

Today we are digging deep and getting vulnerable! I hope this episode feels like the giant hug you need as you navigate the transitional seasons of life.  Full transparency, I almost didn't record this episode, but I remembered that the purpose of this podcast is to show the real and honest sides of life. I'm chatting with you today about my own experience of going through a transition period, feeling uncertain, and dealing with doubt, all while still cherishing contentment. My hope is tha...

Career Transitions that Align with your Personality & Values w/ Julia Toothacre

I am so excited to have Julia on the podcast today! Julia has 12 years of experience in career development.  After going through several of her own life changes she shifted her career path and started her own business as a career coach, she has a podcast and is overall a wealth of knowledge for ambitious professionals who are looking for a change... but aren't sure where to go. It was a quarter-life crisis that led Julia to the work she is doing today. After spending time pursuing graphic d...

My challenge for you to REFRAME achieving 'balance’

My challenge for you today is to reframe your perspective on the word "balance." Always striving for balance is exhausting and quite frankly, it's hard! I'd rather look at my days and months and be proud of how I'm managing my time and energy instead of always trying to find balance. I'm going to share some things that have come up in conversations I've had recently. Ultimately it's important to recognize that there will be seasons where you slow down and seasons where you put the pedal to...

Incorporating REST and PLAY w/ Sadie

Today we are chatting with Sadie from This Curious Life Coaching! She specializes in working with women to help them get back to what they want more of in life, without burning out. So often  people say they want to achieve "balance" but is that even possible? Sadie talks about how there will be different seasons of life and rather than searching for balance, we should seek harmony. Harmony is tuning into what feels right for you and what you want. There are practical things that we need ...

TIPS to gain CONFIDENCE in the GYM as a female athlete

I used to be the girl that was terrified to go into the gym... but over the last couple of years I've transitioned my mindset around this and I thought I'd share what's worked for me! Often times we think confidence comes from arriving at a certain goal - body composition, weight on the scale, etc. But chasing these things means we lose sight of who we are at our core. Six years ago things looked a lot different and I was anything but confident. Knowing that timeline is important because i...

[Athlete Retreat] Strides For Strength Retreat Recap

Today my business partner Erin and I  are recapping our very first Strides For Strength (SFS) retreat! In case you are new here, I am a part-time Run Coach and Erin and I founded SFS back in November 2021. This retreat had been on our vision board since the beginning and it surely exceeded all our expectations! From the very moment we arrived, everything was perfect and we saw the vision we had had for so long actually coming to life.  Community is so important within running and the backb...

[PEP TALK] Don't quit your DAYDREAM

I am here to hype you up friend! In case you're new here, I am a part-time Run Coach and that business truly lights me up. We are coming off of our very first athlete retreat which is what helped inspire this week's podcast episode. Right now life feels really aligned for me, but it hasn't always been that way, and if you are in a season that feels uncomfortable I challenge you to be present and lean into this episode. Know that this way of life is for the woman that is willing to go thro...

Making Your Health a Priority and Cycle Syncing for Women w/ Jessie Lockhart

Today we have Jessie on the podcast and before we dive in, let's hear her response to a couple rapid-fire questions:  Q1. What was the first thing you did this morning? A1. Besides getting up to pee... haha. I tongue scrape. Q2. What is your go-to Karaoke anthem? A2. Shania Twain - I grew up on her! Q3. If you could eat one food every day, what would it be? A2. Pizza! Now, let's dive into the episode! Jessie is a holistic fitness coach and certified personal trainer. She helps entreprene...

Learning about HUMAN DESIGN is & how it can bring clarity to your life w/ Carolina

Today we have Carolina on the podcast and she's sharing all about how she uses Human Design to help people find alignment in their lives and connect with their purpose. Carolina describes how through Human Design she was able to reconnect with herself and how it helped her understand the ones she loves. This led her down the path to make this her work and passion. So what is Human Design? Carolina describes it as, the way your energy moves within you and how it's projected out of you. It c...

[PERMISSION SLIP] to change your mind & pivot when life doesn't feel aligned

I want you to use today's episode as your permission slip to change your mind and pivot! Most of us (OK, all of us) can probably think of a time when we wanted to achieve something, but how many roadblocks got in the way? A lot of times we confuse failure and redirection as the same thing, when in reality they are vastly different. What you do when you hit the roadblock determines if you go the route of failure or redirection. When I started out in new grad life I moved 1,000 miles away ...

Finding vulnerability in shame & learning to sit with emotions in your 20's w/ Chelsey

I'm beyond excited to have Chelsey on the show today! She is a licensed mental health therapist, specializing in helping women in their 20's, and the host of "Your Almost Therapist" podcast! Let's start with 3 ice breaker questions: Q1: What is your go-to Karaoke anthem? A: Don't Stop Believin' Q2: What is something you purchased recently that you are loving? A: Lavender oil that I've put in roller tubes! Q3: Best piece of advice you've gotten? A: Life will keep giving your the same les...

When PRE-DECISION actually benefits you

Today's episode is a saucy, spicy mix of tough love and a pep talk, because as you know, I'm here to keep things transparent. Let's dive into pre-decision - how many times have you pre-decided that something is going to be hard or you won't actually achieve the goal? That pre-decision is actually a form of self-sabotage. Not to say that it's easy to make that mindset shift, but it's important to recognize it and actively work at quieting the chatter in our brains. Let's stop talking ourse...

Living a sober, happy life without social pressure or guilt w/ Claire Cleary

Claire starts this episode by describing how, on paper, her life looked great, but internally she wasn't happy - something I know so many of us can relate to.  It can take a while to realize that all the changes we make might not make us happy if we don't get to the route of things. This led Claire to the work she does now - a personal trainer and a certified life coach working with people just like her. She also has a program working with people that want to drink less alcohol. When she...

SKIPPING the catch phrase 'living my best life' & DEFINING what exactly that means

I've been really rooted in such a place of gratitude and I want to remind you how thankful I am for you showing up and taking time out of your day to listen in to this podcast!  As an ambitious woman in her 20's, I see you - dreaming big dreams while simultaneously struggling to take up space and battling self-doubt. You are not alone my friend. Today we're chatting about the phrase "you're living your best life." Because really, what does that even mean? Within myself, it's a sense and a...

Leveraging masculine and feminine energy to LEVEL UP your health & fitness w/ Maria

How crazy is it that Maria and I connected because we were roommates on a yacht when I traveled to Egypt over the summer!? Maria is a cardiac nurse and after dabbling in online health and fitness coaching, she started her wellness and travel blog! She loves helping women discover how to take care of themselves - in a loving way. But before we dive into the show... a quick lightening round of Q&A: 1. Does your car have a name? Maria: I have a navy blue 2014 Chevy Cruze that I named "Kenny...

How are you watering the seeds you’ve planted?

My friend, how are you watering the seeds you've planted - aka your goals, your habits, and your actions? Of course, in order to water these seeds, you have to first plant them. I remember when I met my now business partner Erin and she planted the seed about becoming her partner as a run coach... something I had never considered but once that seed was planted I was hooked and I started to get curious. But just like a plant, without water, the right environment, etc. it won't grow. Without...

LOVE MAGNET [Get OFF the dating rollercoaster and attract the love you DESERVE] w/ Dr. Morgan

So excited to have Dr. Morgan back on the podcast this week to talk all about her new book, LOVE MAGNET: Get OFF the dating rollercoaster and attract the love you DESERVE! Dr. Morgan is a clinical psychologist and an attachment theory expert. She helps women show up securely attached and have great relationships, no matter your past! By sharing her own real-life examples she helps you feel less alone and validated in your feelings.  We dive into the importance of doing the internal work as...

OWNING who YOU are even when you change external environments

One time I heard in a podcast “if a camera followed you through every moment of your day, how many versions of you would we see?” and that is what I want you to think about as you are listening to this episode! Who is the women that you desire to show up VS. who is the women you are showing up as? This episode is for you, the women who feels herself getting smaller when she walks in to a room Who starts to speak whats on her mind and then follows it up with ‘I am sorry that’s just how I ...

Doing the DEEP work to achieve your HEALTH goals w/ Jenna Altman

Because you are the women who is looking to UP LEVEL her health (not just for the new year) but for LIFE, this weeks episode is going to be for YOU my friend. I have the honor of chatting with Jenna who takes a slightly non-traditional but absolutely EMPOWERING approach to health & fitness compared to what you might see floating around social media with the new year when it comes to fad diets and quick fixes. Jenna isn't here to give you the cookie cutter meal plan or exercise regimen bu...

What does SUPPORT look like for you in this season?

What is the first FEELING that comes to mind when you think of the word 'support'? In todays episode I want to help you understand what support looks and feels like for YOU and how you can gain awareness to ASK for & move the resources you need in order to create the support & help you need to be the best version of you.  Often times we think about people as support systems but there are other areas to look at too, like your ENVIRONMENT, ROUTINES, HABITS and more which we cover in todays ep...

A reminder to start the new year how YOU need

 I don’t want this to be another podcast that comes at you telling you the 3 step process to setting your goals and achieving them, how to have the best 2023 ever, how to make the most of the final days of 2022 and that now is the best time to start-- because honestly in this season? I'm tired. Maybe you are too. That doesn't serve me and it might not for you either.  Sure there is a different type of energy floating around this time of year so tap in to it. Just don't get too caught up in ...