I Just (Blank)! Now What?
147 episodes - English - Latest episode: 22 days ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsI Just (Blank)! Now What? with Jessica Stephens is the show where we celebrate everyday people who have had situations happen in their life, good or bad, and how they took the necessary steps to figure out how to move on from there.
We share these stories to inspire and empower others to know they can figure out and answer the 'Now What?' moments in their life too, and every now and then, we'll also share some really practical steps and answer your Now What? questions that our awesome listeners send in!
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139: I’m Just (On A Short Hiatus)! Now What? With Jessica Stephens
April 03, 2024 09:00 - 20 minutes - 27.8 MBHey Friend, This week's episode I'm sharing a podcast update. We’re going to be on a short hiatus after today for a little while. It’s my birthday in a few days and normally around this time I do a lot of life reflection and reevaluate many areas of my life. And when I did that, I knew that I couldn’t keep going with the show as it is right now. It has become unsustainable in its current format. And if you know me, that’s a huge filter for my life. Is this sustainable? If not, how can...
138: I Just (Got Tossed Into Foster Care)! Now What? With Natalie Guzman
March 27, 2024 10:00 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBHey Friend, In this week's episode, I sit down with Natalie Guzman, who shares her extraordinary journey of being voluntarily placed into foster care by her mother and how she overcame the trauma and abandonment to build a successful life. Natalie recounts her life's ups and downs, including her adjustment to a drastic change in living conditions following her parents' divorce, her mother's decision to place her in foster care, and her efforts to maintain normalcy during her tumultuous te...
137: I Just (Blew Up My Life)! Now What? With Melody Murray
March 20, 2024 10:00 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBHey Friend, In this week's episode, Melody Murray joins me, who redefined her life through what she calls radical self-care. Melody discusses her shift from a life filled with depression, anxiety, and the struggles of managing her sister's addiction, to making bold decisions that included ending her marriage, shutting down her initial private practice, and adopting a lifestyle as a nomad. The episode explores the importance of setting boundaries with oneself and others, redefining pers...
136: I Just (Lost My Mother)! Now What? With Farah Flisher
March 13, 2024 08:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBHey Friend, In this week's episode, Farah Flisher joins me to talk about something many of us can relate to: the loss of her mother. Farah opens up about experiencing multiple personal losses, including the untimely death of her mother from a gunshot wound. Farah discusses how writing, baking, yoga, and counseling helped her navigate her grief, eventually leading her to write and publish her memoir 'Mahar and Me'. She also shares her philosophy of looking for hope and strength in times...
135: I Just (Feel So Distracted)! Now What? With Jessica Stephens
March 06, 2024 10:00 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBHey Friend, In this week's episode, I delve into the stressful, unfocused and distracted season I'm experiencing and highlight the challenges I've faced recently. Mostly feeling unfocused, conflicting priorities and uncertainty. We also discuss the importance of establishing a morning routine for mental health, turning off digital distractions, maintaining physical cleanliness for mental clarity, and expressing emotions to trustworthy individuals to prevent mental clutter. I emphasi...
134: I Just (Want to Quit)! Now What? With Phebe Trotman
February 28, 2024 05:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBHey Friend, In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Phebe Trotman, a Vancouver-based entrepreneur and accomplished soccer player. She has achieved many accolades as an athlete, including being inducted into several sports halls of fame, winning championship titles, and being recognized as an exceptional athlete. Phebe has also excelled in her career as a network marketer, earning top awards and recognition within her company. She is passionate about personal growth and empowering others to ...
133: We Just (Did a World Tour with Teens)! Now What? With Liz Deacle
February 21, 2024 07:00 - 41 minutes - 38 MBHey Friend, In this week’s episode, Liz Deacle joins me to share the candid story of her family's journey traveling through 22 countries, sharing how they planned the adventure, managed it on a budget, and the impact it had on their lives. Liz shares how her family used house sitting and couch surfing to afford the year-long adventure, and how the experience inspired her children's respective paths. She also discusses how they adapted upon their return to their native New Zealand, and ...
132: I Just (Died and Came Back to Life)! Now What? With Nicole Kerr
February 14, 2024 08:00 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBHey Friend, In this week’s episode, award-winning health expert and national best seller, Nicole Kerr joins me on the podcast to talk about surviving a near-death experience and immense trauma. She is the author of You Are Deathless: A Near-Death Experience Taught Me How to Fully Live and Not Fear Death. She is also the co-author of Eating the Rainbow: Lifelong Nutritional Wellness—Without Lies, Hype, or Calculus. When she was a 19-year-old cadet at the United States Air Force Academy,...
131: I Just (Want to be More Sustainable)! Now What? With Jessica Stephens
February 07, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBHey Friend, In this week’s episode, we explore methods to live a more sustainable lifestyle in 2024. I share my thoughts with you on my personal mission to make more homemade goods and create less waste and reduce my store bought items, and my plan to switch to homemade alternatives such as nut milk and sparkling water and other thinks I know I can easily swap that will have a big impact on how much waste we create at home. We talk about the importance of reuse, reduce, and recycle in ...
130: I Just (Faced An Obstacle)! Now What? With Kelly Majdan
January 31, 2024 09:00 - 46 minutes - 43 MBHey Friend, In this week’s episode, I’m talking with Kelly Majdan, a bestselling author, speaker, and certified health and wellness coach. Kelly, in her mid-forties, embraced obstacle course races with her husband and kids as a life-affirming challenge. Leaving her 25-year career in the financial services industry, Kelly started her wellness advisory firm, Power Through Wellness. Kelly helps midlifers develop wellness strategies prioritizing time, money, and resources to attain their ...
129: I Just (Lost My Investment)! Now What? With Tess Waresmith
January 24, 2024 09:00 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MBHey Friend, In this week’s episode, I’m talking with Tess Waresmith. Tess shares her painful lessons of losing $80,000 in poor investments in her twenties and how it motivated her to learn about wealth building and investing. She turned those lessons into strengths, enabling her to build her net worth to a million dollars by the age of 35. The discussion also highlights the importance of normalizing money conversations, understanding fees in financial advisory services, and shifting on...
128: I Just (Did A Burpee)! Now What? With Stephanie Cansian
January 17, 2024 05:00 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBHey Friend, In this week’s episode, I’m talking with Stephanie Cansian about her transformative journey centered around a simple, yet challenging exercise – the burpee. Stephanie shares how she started doing burpees initially to improve her physical appearance, but it eventually led to numerous other positive changes. Stephanie discusses overcoming self-doubt, building confidence, achieving her goal of being able to do 100 burpees, losing 30 pounds, and feeling more driven and satisfie...
127: I Just (Turned 60)! Now What? With Cat Valyi
January 10, 2024 10:15 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBHey Friend In this week’s episode, Cat Valyi joins me to talk about the shift into a new decade, specifically turning 60. Cat shares about her life, professional experience, and how she not only takes care of her health, but prioritizes it. We talk about redefining retirement and aging. Instead of treating age as a countdown to retirement or an expiration date, we discuss the importance of remaining active and pursuing goals no matter how old you are, ultimately redefining aging. Ca...
126: I Just (Embraced My Childfree Life)! Now What? With Jessica Stephens
January 03, 2024 09:00 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBHey Friends, Welcome to Season 6, and the start of a brand new year! I’m kicking off season six with an episode that focuses on my own journey to embracing a child-free life. As you may remember from past episodes, the hubs and I made the decision to let go of trying for kids after dealing with infertility and a transition phase. I share about how 2023 was the first full year I wholeheartedly embraced and found joy in being child-free. I shed light on the changes I made throughout ...
125: I Just (Got Burned By My Ambition)! Now What? with Tara Rhodes
December 20, 2023 09:00 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBHey Friends, In this last episode of the season, I sit down with Tara Rhodes, a certified leadership coach, to talk all about the concept of ambition. Tara shares her story of how her ambition has impacted both her personal and professional relationships and the self-reflection process she underwent to shift her focus from being overly ambitious and task-oriented to being driven and values-driven. We discuss the pros and cons of both being task-oriented and relationship-oriented, th...
124: I Just (Had a Seizure)! Now What? with Katherine McCord
December 13, 2023 09:00 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBHey Friends, In this episode, we emphasize the importance of vulnerability, as Katherine shares an impactful event wherein she suffered a seizure while abroad in Portugal, erasing her prepared speech to be delivered at a tech conference. Despite the setback, Katherine still went on stage, shared her experience with the audience, and gave her speech - an act of vulnerability that was well received. As you’ll hear in our conversation, this event sparked a newfound approach to her persona...
123: I Just (Became a Podcaster)! Now What? with Jessica and Jennifer Furlong
December 06, 2023 09:00 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MBHey Friends, This week, for the last co-hosted episode of 2023, I’m interviewed by Jennifer Furlong about the journey of hosting 'I Just Blank, Now What'. I reflect on the growth and impact of the podcast since its inception and give you a glimpse into the future plans. We talk about the importance of sustaining the podcast through financial commitment and time investment, while also considering it as a business. I share how hosting different people on the podcast has vastly added to m...
122: I Just (Started a Startup)! Now What? with Danielle Sady
November 29, 2023 09:00 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBHey Friends, This week, Danielle shares her experience of transitioning out of the corporate world, the process of launching startups, and the ups and downs that came with it. Having personally started three very different businesses in a fairly short amount of time, Dainielle has a wealth of knowledge of what to do and what not to do when starting a new business! With a career spanning over 20 years working for several of Australia’s largest wholesale, retail, and franchisee busin...
121: I Just (Feel Burnt Out)! Now What? with Ahuva Hershkop
November 22, 2023 09:00 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBHey Friends, This week Ahuva Hershkop joins me to talk about the hot topic MANY of us have experienced: burnout. We go into what burnout actually is, how it shows up in our lives, its implications and the strategies that can help alleviate it. Ahuva shares her personal journey from experiencing burnout to becoming a coach for women dealing with similar issues. We chat about the pressures of societal norms, the power of being curious and introspective, and valuable tips for those affec...
120: I Just (Became Sober Curious)! Now What? with Tasha Romanelli
November 15, 2023 09:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBHey Friends, This week, Tasha Romanelli joins me to talk about her journey from being a workaholic and perfectionist in the advertising industry to a sober curious, grounded spiritualist. She shares her experience with alcohol, from casual office parties to experiencing health issues like gout, eventually leading her to decide to give up alcohol. She talks about the transformational process and positive impacts of her sobriety on her life, relationships, and business. Tasha Romanelli i...
119: I Just (Got Diagnosed as Autistic)! Now What? with Amy Ewbank
November 08, 2023 09:00 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBHey Friends, This week, we’re talking about neurodivergence, as my guest shares her story of receiving a diagnosis of Autism later in life. Through our conversation, Amy Ewbank provides valuable insights into the importance of supporting and embracing neurodivergent individuals. She sheds light on the need to challenge societal expectations and enable a more inclusive and accepting environment. Amy describes herself as a deliciously flawed, complex and wonderful human being, who sup...
118: I Just (Need to Grow My Network)! Now What? with Jessica Stephens and Niki Kanani
November 01, 2023 05:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBHey Friends, At the beginning of each month I love to come on here with one of my dear friends and talk about a specific topic with them as my co-host! In this episode, my friend Niki Kanani joins me to talk about networking, something I know we all try to prioritize, but can often be the last thing we actually follow up on. I share my best tips for networking, how to strategically follow up, and how to build a rich network of genuine connections turned friends. In fact, it’s how I’...
117: I Just (Left My Childhood Religion)! Now What? with Christina Carlson
October 25, 2023 08:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBHey Friends, In this episode, we sit down with Christina Carlson, a Self Relationship Coach, Speaker, Facilitator, and the Host of the podcast "Bitches, Witches, and Queers." Christina shares her remarkable journey from a strict religious upbringing to finding her true self and purpose. Christina begins by delving into the intricacies of her early life, growing up in a household deeply devoted to religion. Raised to give her life to the church, she reflects on her earliest memories of ...
116: I Just (Was Charged with Vehicular Homicide)! Now What? with Brittnie Hamilton
October 18, 2023 08:00 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MBHey Friends, In this powerful episode, we bring you the incredible journey of Brittnie Hamilton, a remarkable mindset coach who has made it her mission to help others become unapologetically confident and bold in the pursuit of a life they love. Brittnie's journey took a tragic turn when she found herself involved in a car accident that would change her life forever. The accident resulted in her being charged with vehicular homicide, a moment that would forever be etched in her memory....
115: I Just (Graduated)! Now What? with Emily Guerra
October 11, 2023 08:00 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBHey Friends, In this episode, we follow Emily's remarkable journey from college graduation to entrepreneurship, navigating the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Emily's initial pursuit of higher education and the pivot she made in her career plans amidst the pandemic set the stage for her inspiring transformation. Moving back in with her family without financial security, she relied on therapy tools she had learned to cope with the uncertainties. Discover how Emily's shift towards f...
114: I Just (Need a Mentor or Maybe a Coach)! Now What? with Jessica Stephens and Jami Monte
October 04, 2023 08:00 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBHey Friends, In this episode, I’m thrilled to have Jami Monte back, and this time as our co-host. Previously a guest on our show, Jami has a wealth of knowledge to share alongside me about this topic. Together, we dive deep into the world of mentorship and coaching, exploring the subtle yet impactful differences between the two, and unraveling the key aspects that make these relationships thrive. Discover the art of finding mentors in challenging situations and during various phases of...
113: I Just (Moved to the South of France)! Now What? with Judith Keys
September 27, 2023 08:00 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MBHey Friends, In this episode, Judith Keys shares her remarkable story of making the life-altering decision to move to France in May 2013. She reflects on her transition from a corporate job in Scotland to the serene landscapes of Provence, all in pursuit of a more fulfilling dream beyond the confines of a standard 9-5 routine. She takes us through her journey of creating new beginnings, and establishing two thriving businesses, "My Food in France" and "My Best Friend in France." Dis...
112: I Just (Lost My Best Friend to Cancer)! Now What? with Sheryl Carroll
September 20, 2023 08:00 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBHey Friends, In this episode, we're joined by Sheryl, as she shares her deeply personal journey. She opens up about her profound friendship, its heartbreaking loss, and the trauma of witnessing her friend's rapid decline. Sheryl's story unfolds as she uses her maternity leaves to explore the root causes of illness and grapples with the emotions surrounding her friend's diagnosis. Becoming a mother adds a new dimension to her perspective, and she discusses her unwavering food boundaries...
111: I Just (Followed My Heart)! Now What? with Kamecha Bourdreau
September 13, 2023 08:00 - 39 minutes - 36 MBHey Friends, Ever wondered what happens when you follow your heart, no matter where it leads you? In this week's heartwarming episode, we dive deep into the inspiring journey of Kamecha Bourdreau, a remarkable individual who's embraced life's challenges and used them to fuel her determination. From a tough childhood and overcoming addiction to solo travel adventures across Canada and even a period of homelessness, Kamecha shares how she transformed adversity into strength to shape h...
110: I Just (Learned A Hard Lesson)! Now What? with Jessica Stephens and Amanda Andere
September 06, 2023 08:00 - 54 minutes - 50 MBHey Friends, In this week’s episode, join us as we delve into the depths of personal growth and resilience and unpack some really hard lessons I’ve learned through my life. My co-host for this episode is someone I’ve known my whole life, my Godsister Amanda Andere, who was born 1 month and a week before me and we affectionately refer to each other as our twin! There’s a fun story that we share in this episode about this. In this episode, we explore the invaluable wisdom hidden within ...
109: I Just (Picked Up a Camera)! Now What? with Mayi Lenz
August 30, 2023 08:00 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBHey Friends, In this week’s episode, we sit down with Mayi, a passionate photographer whose journey takes us through the lens of her life's story. Join us as we explore Mayi's evolution from capturing precious moments of her child to establishing herself as a skilled photographer with a flourishing career. She reveals the profound significance of choosing the right photographer, one who truly understands their craft, and how this insight propelled her beyond newborn sessions. Mayi's na...
108: I Just (Got Divorced)! Now What? with Jennifer Arvin Furlong
August 23, 2023 08:00 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MBHey Friends, This week’s episode, we delve into the life-altering journey of Jennifer, a woman who bravely shares her experiences navigating the tumultuous waters of divorce after over 25 years of marriage. Through candid storytelling, we explore the complex layers of her emotional rollercoaster, from the initial shock of her husband's revelation that he no longer wanted to be married, to the profound challenges of rebuilding her life from scratch. Jennifer's story takes us through the...
107: I Just (Took a Ballet Class)! Now What? with Candy Motzek
August 16, 2023 08:00 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBHey Friends, This week’s episode, we follow Candy's inspiring journey of self-discovery through dance. As an adult, she courageously ventured into the world of ballet, defying her comfort zone and embracing the joy of movement. We explore the pivotal moment when Candy signed up for her first ballet class, navigating emotions of excitement, nervousness, and determination. Despite facing challenges such as ridicule from others, she persevered, sharing how ballet exams taught her valuable...
106: I Just (Was Sexually Harassed)!! Now What? with Susan Gold
August 09, 2023 08:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB**Trigger warning for this week’s episode - deals with sexual abuse and family trauma. Hey Friends, This week’s interview is a harder topic, yet incredibly inspiring, filled with hope and wisdom. Susan Gold joins me to share her story and opens up about the painful truth of her past - the unimaginable sexual abuse she endured from a young age within her own family and the sexual harrasment she encountered in the early years of her career. You'll be moved by Susan's courage as she re...
105: I Just (Married My Opposite)!! Now What? with Jessica Stephens and Ranjini Cassup
August 02, 2023 08:00 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MBHey Friends, I'm super excited to share a very special episode with you all! Today, my amazing co-host, Ranjini and I are taking you on a journey into our own lives, opening up about how we turned our differences with our partners into the glue that holds our marriages together. We both are married to men who are opposite to us in many ways. We talk about the yin and yang within our relationships, how we handle conflicting personalities, likes and dislikes, and finding middle ground in di...
104: We Just (Opened Our Marriage)!! Now What? with Katherine Lazaruk
July 26, 2023 08:00 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MBHey Friends, Have you ever thought about opening up your relationship? Maybe you’re curious about if it will really work or not, and the level of trust and communication that is needed in order to navigate it successfully. From having different partners, to learning how to communicate, and creating a deeper bond within their own marriage, Katherine Lazruk shares what the experience of opening up her marriage has been like. Join us as we welcome Katherine Lazaruk, a poet and author of...
103: I Just (Sold My Business to Bill Gates)! Now What? with Beate Chelette
July 19, 2023 08:00 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBHey Friends, What happens when you hit rock bottom? How do you pick yourself back up again and start over? In this episode, Beate Chelette shares how she defied the odds, overcoming a painful divorce and the devastating loss of her business, only to rise stronger and sell her company to Bill Gates for millions. Discover her unwavering determination and be inspired to unlock your own potential in today's ever-changing world. Beate's captivating story takes you on a rollercoaster ride...
102: Life Just (Served Me a Lemon)! Now What? with Rachel Kelly
July 12, 2023 08:00 - 46 minutes - 42.1 MBHey Friends, Have you ever heard these myths about entrepreneurship? 1. Myth: Entrepreneurs must stick to their original plan no matter what. 2. Myth: Being stubborn and resistant to change is a key trait of successful entrepreneurs. 3. Myth: Open-mindedness is a weakness that hinders decision-making. But here's the truth: adaptability and open-mindedness are paramount for entrepreneurial success. In an ever-changing business landscape, being flexible and willing to embrace new idea...
101: I Just (Made a New Friend)! Now What? With Jessica Stephens and Sheri Blades
July 05, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBHey Friends, Welcome to Season 5! In this episode, my friend Sheri Blades joins me as our first co-host of the season! And I can’t think of a better person to kick off this new season with! We talk about forming core friendships and share valuable tips for making and maintaining connections. From rethinking workplace friendships to embracing acts of kindness, we uncover the simple yet powerful ways to foster genuine bonds. We also tackle the challenges of maintaining friendships, inclu...
100: I Just (Feel Like It’s Not Enough)! Now What? With Jessica Stephens
June 21, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBHey Friends, It’s the final episode of Season 4, and in this episode, I’m reflecting back on the last two years of my podcasting journey – and I’ll be honest, it gets really vulnerable. As you’ll hear, I chose to record this episode in my closet, to pay tribute to where I started on this incredible journey. One that has been filled with so many amazing highs and achievements that I’m very proud of yet somehow I kept getting stuck in the negatives and the comparison game! Do you...
099: I Just (Donated Blood)! Now What? With Rosalind Corey Clark
June 14, 2023 08:00 - 49 minutes - 45 MBHey Friends, This week’s episode is about donating blood, and given this week, June 11-17 is National Blood Donor Week, it's perfect timing! This episode has inspired me to go and donate, and I hope you consider doing that too! It’s in you to give! Just like the slogan says! My guest Roz is a regular blood donor, a living kidney donor, and on the bone marrow registry. She was recognized at a regional award ceremony for her 100th donation, flown to Ottawa for a weekend of recognition...
098: I Just (Keep Overeating)! Now What? With Lia Pinelli
June 07, 2023 08:00 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBHey Friends, What’s your relationship with food? I love it! I love making food, I love eating food. But I know there are foods that I love that don’t love me! Can you relate? Ready to crack the code on your relationship with food and weight? Then you should know Lia Pinelli. She shares her story with weight and weight loss, and how she navigated the challenges she faced in order to transform her mindset and relationship with food. She is a woman on a mission to help amb...
097: I Just (Learned I’m Dyslexic)! Now What? With Janielle Mckoy
May 31, 2023 08:00 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBHey Friends, Have you ever thought about what life would be like if you were struggling, didn’t know why, and got a diagnosis that transformed everything? That’s what happened to my guest, Janielle Mckoy, when she found out she was dyslexic as an adult. As you’ll hear in our conversation, Janielle struggled for years in school and couldn’t quite figure out why. Once she got her dyslexia diagnosis, her life transformed completely. Janielle Mckoy is a TV fashion expert and wa...
096: I Just (Got Falsely Accused)! Now What? With Marcus Hayle
May 24, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBHey Friends, Today’s episode talks about domestic violence and abuse, so if you are sensitive to these topics please proceed with care. My guest, Marcus Hayle, shares his story about being married to someone he didn’t know was manipulative and abusive – which he only discovered years into their marriage. You will hear his story about getting arrested unexpectedly and without cause, and what he did to rebuild his life afterwards. Professionally he is a Pricing & Revenue Mana...
095: I Just (Had a Hysterectomy)! Now What? With Jo-Ann Martin
May 17, 2023 08:00 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MBHey Friends, So you are getting a combo story today! A two for one deal if you will ! First we’re talking about women's health and Jo-ann getting a hysterectomy at a fairly young age. She suffered from very painful menstrual cycles from a young age and so when the opportunity to have a hysterectomy was presented, she jumped at it! Which leads to the bonus story of her life as a childfree person and why she had no problem removing her uterus and never becoming a mom. Jo-Ann ...
094: I Just (Got Packaged Out)! Now What? With Michelle Goodridge
May 10, 2023 08:00 - 53 minutes - 49 MBHey Friends, What happens when you get the call or email that tells you you’re going to be packaged out? For my guest Michelle, this became her reality after working for a company for more than 20 years. In our conversation, you will hear how she navigated that moment and what she has created in her life since. Michelle Goodridge has over 23 years of experience in the real estate franchising industry. Working with the Chairman, President and Co-Founders of RE/MAX INTEGRA a...
093: I Just (Made a Big Change)! Now What? With Jessica Stephens
May 03, 2023 08:00 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBHey Friends, How much do you love change? I know, I know…not many of us do. And honestly, I don’t blame you. Change is uncomfortable, scary and overwhelming, yet, it’s the one constant we can always count on in our lives. In this episode, it’s a solo episode with me, and we’re talking about why we tend to have so much fear behind change and transformation, mindset shifts to make around those fears, and tools to help you navigate any time you’re feeling stuck. Listen in as we tal...
092: I Just (Came Off My Anxiety Meds)! Now What? With Maja Ognjanovich
April 26, 2023 08:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBHey Friends, With the rise of anxiety and depression, this week I wanted to bring on a guest that will give you a different perspective and approach to mental health. In this episode, Maja shares her journey of moving continents and handling anxiety, including her experience of being on medication for anxiety and depression, not receiving enough support from doctors, and the fears around stopping medication. She then talks about how she used movement and meditation to mana...
091: I Just (Dropped Out of High School)! Now What? With Lucy Liu
April 19, 2023 08:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBHey Friends, Do you know someone who didn’t finish highschool? Or decide not to pursue higher education? What did you think about their decision? Did you judge them and assume they were not smart or wouldn’t be successful? It’s time we shake our thoughts on success and the path we take to get there! In this episode, my guest Lucy Liu shares her story about dropping out of highschool, and how her life unfolded afterwards. She talks about the obstacles that led her to where she ...
090: I Just (Realized I'm Perimenopausal)! Now What? With Alison Bladh
April 12, 2023 08:00 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBHey Friends, In this episode, we’re talking about something many of us either have or will soon begin experiencing: perimenopause. And while this can be an overwhelming time with lots of mental, physical and hormonal changes, there are ways we can gracefully transition into this stage of life, and it’s what we’re talking about today with my guest Alison. Alison Bladh is a registered nutritional therapist and beauty therapist. She has worked in the health and wellness indus...