Best Meg Trucano Podcasts (2025)

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Dream Job, Dying Inside: From Designing for Dior to Truly Living 1:02:40

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Send us a text What happens when you've achieved everything you thought you wanted—only to realize you still feel dangerously empty? Lesley Calvo’s story is a masterclass in radical reinvention. After building a career at the top of the fashion world, designing for names like Hugo Boss, Dior, and Cartier, Lesley found herself deeply unfulfilled, bu…

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Do You Deserve Joy? Asking the Question That Changes Everything 50:59

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Send us a text Do You Deserve Joy? Asking the Question That Changes Everything What if the fear isn’t that you’ll fail—but that you might actually feel good? That you might like your life? In this conversation, Sarah De Block shares how one question—“Do I deserve joy?”—became the gateway to a completely different way of living. We talk about the hi…

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Changeology Clinic: How to Cultivate Self-Trust (For Real This Time) 18:46

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Send us a text In this episode of the Changeology podcast, I tackle one of the biggest roadblocks to making meaningful change: self-trust. If you’ve ever found yourself second-guessing every decision, deferring to everyone else’s comfort, or drowning in endless research instead of acting, this conversation is for you. I dive into why so many women …

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Rest Isn't a Reward, It's a Strategy for Creating Big Change (with Maegan Megginson) 1:04:20

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Send us a text In this episode of the Changeology podcast, I sit down with Maegan Megginson, a Holistic Business Mentor and Licensed Therapist who helps entrepreneurs create more sustainable and energizing businesses. Maegan is the founder of the Deeply Rested platform and host of the podcast and newsletter of the same name. Her work centers on hel…

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The Power of Small Brave Acts: How Change Really Begins--with guest Jim Moorhead 51:09

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Send us a text The Power of Small Brave Acts: How Change Really Begins In this episode of the Changeology podcast, I’m talking to Jim Moorhead—crisis advisor, keynote speaker, and author of The Instant Survivor: Right Ways to Respond When Things Go Wrong. Jim has navigated courtrooms, corporate disasters, and boardroom panic rooms, but today he’s h…

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Changeology Clinic: The Silent Saboteurs: How "Shoulds" Derail Your Growth 19:05

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Send us a text In this episode of the Changeology podcast, I’m walking you through one of the most persistent—and insidious—roadblocks I see in my work with women navigating big life or career changes: the SHOULDs. These aren’t just annoying expectations or to-do list items. They’re internalized stories that dictate how we think, behave, and make d…

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Final Episode: Why I'm pressing pause (and what's coming next) 3:31

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Hey friend—this isn’t a typical episode. Today, I’m sharing a personal and powerful update: I’ve decided to pause the podcast. This decision didn’t come from burnout or fear. It came from deep alignment, a quiet meditation moment, and one very clear whisper: “Pause the podcast.” If you’ve been part of this journey, you know that Unleashing You has …

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Pocket Change: Dealing with Naysayers 10:04

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Send us a text In this episode of Pocket Change—the bite-sized series of the Changeology podcast—I tackle one of the most insidious forms of resistance to personal growth: the naysayer. You know the type. You're fired up about a new job opportunity, a creative leap, or a major life change... and someone close to you responds with doubt, concern, or…

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Midlife Upgrades: Your Career’s Changing—Should Your Relationship, Too? with Katie Rössler 1:03:18

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Send us a text In this episode of the Changeology podcast, I’m joined by therapist, author, and relationship coach Katie Rössler, whose work focuses on hidden grief, emotional intelligence, and building strong, self-aware relationships. Katie brings a fresh perspective to what really happens behind the scenes when we go through big life transitions…

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43. Rebel & Rise: Meg Trucano’s Framework for Confidence Through Big Life Change 26:26

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In this episode, I’m joined by confidence coach Meg Trucano—and let me tell you, this conversation is so much more than surface-level strategy. Meg walks us through her powerful REAL Change Framework (Rebel, Energize, Align, Leap) for navigating life transitions with clarity and courage. Whether you're standing at the edge of a career change, an id…

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Stop Apologizing for What You Need: A More Compassionate Way to Communicate 55:51

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Send us a text In this episode of the Changeology podcast, I speak with Kate Brown, coach, holistic therapist, and educator, about how we can communicate our needs clearly and without guilt. If you are like many women I coach, you probably hesitate to ask for what you need. You might feel guilty. You might feel selfish. You might believe that someo…

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42. No More Discounting: Gwen Tinsley On Owning Your Value and Selling Like a CEO 37:05

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In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with Gwen Tinsley, the powerhouse behind Grit and Tenacity Consulting, to dive deep into the art of selling without compromising your worth. Gwen shares her journey from corporate sales to empowering female entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and confidence in sales conversations. We …

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Turning Toxic Success Into Sustainable Success…Without Sacrifice, with Nicky Lowe 42:59

4M ago42:59

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Send us a text In this episode of the Changeology podcast, I talk with Nicky Lowe, award-winning executive coach, leadership development expert, and host of the Wisdom for Working Mums podcast. Nicky shares her deeply personal story of burnout, what sustainable success actually looks like, and how high-achieving women actually CAN navigate work, mo…

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41. The ‘Brave Dreamer’ Mindset—Singer-Songwriter Darcy Nelson on Bringing Your Heartfelt Vision to Life 36:23

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What if your dream wasn’t just a far-off vision—but the exact path toward becoming your most authentic self? In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Darcy Nelson, a TEDx-featured singer-songwriter whose heartfelt melodies and spoken-word-inspired lyrics are what she calls music medicine. Darcy shares the courageous journey that took her fro…

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Living Your Sobriety, Creativity, and Authenticity: The Sacred Chaos of Reinvention with Rosie Pryor 47:42

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Send us a text In this episode of the Changeology podcast, I’m joined by transformational coach, writer, and speaker Rosie Pryor, founder of The Creative Tapes podcast and creator of The Pivot Code program. Rosie shares her story of personal reinvention through sobriety—not as a story of deprivation, but one of radical joy, creativity, and the kind…

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40: Unleashing You - How I Turned a Dream Into a Book - And a Movement 24:42

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I’m taking you behind the scenes of how I went from dreaming about writing a book to becoming a bestselling author-and how that journey sparked the Unleash Your Story Writer’s Retreat & Collective. I’ll share how I wrote my book in just 8 months, launched a national book tour, and why I’m creating space for other women to write, publish, and share …

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Change Won't Stick Until You Feel Safe. Here's How, with Dr. Clare Emma Wild 56:53

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Send us a text In this episode of the Changeology podcast, I chat with Dr. Clare Emma Wild, a trauma-informed somatic coach (and veterinarian!). She's an expert in helping Quiet Leaders stop people pleasing and overcome imposter syndrome so they can lead with confidence and clarity. Dr. Clare brings deep experience to our conversation, created thro…

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39. Building a Thriving Business as an Introvert with Emma-Louise Parkes 31:59

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In this episode, I sit down with Emma-Louise Parkes, a former air traffic controller turned coach who is truly redefining what it means to be an introvert in business. Emma-Louise shares how she transitioned from a high-stress aviation career into entrepreneurship, and how being an introvert has actually been her biggest strength—not a weakness. We…

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Pocket Change: Stop Outsourcing Your Decisions & Why More Information Does NOT Equal More Clarity 6:40

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Send us a text Introducing Pocket Change: Quick, bite-sized episodes where small insights build big impact, just like the spare change jangling in your pocket. The ideas in these short, lightweight episodes might seem modest at first, but keep collecting them and before you know it, they compound into something truly invaluable. In this episode of …

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Keep F*cking Going: Krista Ryan’s Framework for Turning Trauma Into Triumph 52:21

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Send us a text In this episode of the Changeology podcast, I sit down with Krista Ryan, a highly sought-after business coach, facilitator, speaker, and workplace performance expert. Krista is known for helping clients navigate uncertainty with confidence, collaboration, and communication. Her clients have included C-suite executives, entrepreneurs,…

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38. From Self-Doubt to Self-Love: How Boudoir Photography Transformed Lauren Schwab’s Confidence 27:43

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In this powerful episode, I sit down with the incredible Lauren Schwab—a boudoir photographer whose work is about so much more than taking beautiful photos. Lauren shares her deeply personal journey of going from a young woman who struggled with confidence, self-worth, and identity… to becoming someone who helps others feel unstoppable in their own…

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Changeology Clinic: Be Real or Be Exhausted--The Truth About Authenticity and "Being Yourself" 27:42

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Send us a text In this Changeology Clinic episode, I dive into the raw truth about authenticity—why it’s so damn hard, why faking it is draining the life out of you, and how to finally step up and own your truth. No fluff, no sugarcoating—just real talk about what’s keeping you stuck and how to break free. We get into the sneaky ways we betray ours…

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37. From One Vacation to Six: How Megan Lanford Saves $20K Annually on Travel with Credit Card Points 22:30

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Ever feel like luxury travel is out of reach? Think again. In this episode, I sit down with Megan from Points to Paradise, who turned everyday spending into first-class flights and five-star stays—without spending extra money. She shares how she went from budgeting for one trip a year to taking six luxe vacations while saving over $20K. If you’ve e…

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Strong, Wild, Unstoppable: How to Fuel Your Body for Any Kind of Adventure--Or Change 40:28

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Send us a text In this episode of the Changeology podcast, I chat with Mackenzie Griffith, aka Coach Mac, a fitness and nutrition expert who takes a refreshingly different approach to health and wellness. Coach Mac challenges the traditional fitness industry norms–especially the popular “buckle down” mentality–and emphasizes sustainable, realistic …

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36.From Corporate Burnout to Heart-Centered Success: Amanda Keller’s Journey to Entrepreneurship 31:26

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In this episode of Unleashing You, I sit down with Amanda from Northwoods Creative and Marketing to explore her incredible journey from 13 years in corporate to running her own thriving business. Amanda opens up about the highs and lows of working for the same company for over a decade, the emotional toll of constant change, and the pivotal moment …

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The Number One Thing My Clients Say After Making a Big Life Change 13:13

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Send us a text In today’s episode, we dive into one of the most common reflections my clients have after making a major life change: “I wish I had done this sooner.” Whether it’s quitting a toxic relationship or pursuing a new career path, many of us delay making these big decisions because we fear what we will lose. In this episode, I explore why …

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35. Unleash Your Magnetic Self: Somatic Healing for Powerful Public Speaking with Kate Kilian 40:00

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What if everything you’ve been taught about success is actually holding you back? In this episode, I sit down with Kate Killian, a somatic coach for creative visionaries, who went from child violinist to burnt-out high achiever to finding true freedom through somatic healing. She shares the moment she finally said, “I’m done with this,” and how rec…

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From Future Executive to Creative Entrepreneur: How Kendall Cherry Rewrote Her Own Story 1:00:32

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Send us a text In this episode of the Changeology podcast, I interview Kendall Cherry (yes, like the fruit!), who is the powerhouse behind the Candid Collective, a ghostwriting agency that delivers world-class storytelling services. Kendall has written for $100M+ startups, email empires with 750,000 subscribers, and thought leaders with 7 million f…

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34. Finding Calm Among the Chaos with Amanda McKoy Flanagan 34:11

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Life can be unpredictable, and chaos is inevitable—but what if I told you that staying calm is possible no matter what? In this episode, I sit down with Amanda to dive into her journey of resilience, healing, and radical self-acceptance. As a certified grief coach and energy healer, she shares powerful yet simple ways I (and you!) can cultivate inn…

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Changeology Clinic: The Psychology Behind Why "Starting Over" Is So Scary 17:13

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Send us a text In this episode of the Changeology podcast, I dive into one of the most common roadblocks when considering a major life or career change: the fear of “starting over.” In today’s Changeology Clinic episode, I share a client case study about Emily, a respected professional in her field who’s facing burnout and the internal struggle of …

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From Air Traffic Controller to Entrepreneur: Emma-Louise Parkes on Harnessing Your Unique Energy for Successful Career Change 45:04

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Send us a text In this episode of the Changeology podcast, I chat with Emma-Louise Parkes, coach and founder/CEO of The Ambitious Introvert. Emma-Louise shares her inspiring story of leaving a highly respected, well-paid career as an air traffic controller to start her own coaching business just weeks before the global pandemic hit. She opens up ab…

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33. The Secret to Building a Profitable Business with Kayla Caldwell 31:56

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I’m so excited to welcome Kayla to Unleashing You Today! We first met at a retreat, and in just a few days, we went from total strangers to lifelong friends—proof of the magic that happens when you put yourself in the right rooms. Kayla is not only an incredible businesswoman, but she’s also a fellow boy mom, which makes this conversation even more…

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32. From Story to Brand: Content Creation That Connects with Grace Perry 43:50

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In this episode, I sit down with Grace Perry, the powerhouse behind Grace Perry Productions. Grace shares her incredible journey from juggling corporate life, side hustles, and bartending to building her storytelling empire focused on video production, photography, and social media management. She dives into her passion for empowering women to step…

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Changeology Trailer 1:58

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Send us a text Welcome to the Changeology podcast, where we discuss the art, science, psychology and philosophy behind making big, bold, badass life changes. I’m your host, Dr. Meg Trucano, and I’m a developmental psychologist and a confidence coach for ambitious women who are ready to make life-changing moves. In this podcast, you’ll be…. INSPIRED…

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Bonus: 4 Keys to Bringing Your Big Vision to Life—Sisterhood, Messy Action & Big Kitty Energy with Sasha 44:38

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In this bonus episode, I sit down with Sasha, a heart-centered business coach, to dive into what it really takes to bring your big vision to life. Sasha shares her incredible journey of helping changemaker women build businesses that align with their lives through passive income and automation. We talk about the power of sisterhood, the courage to …

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31.The Power of the Pivot: How to Reinvent Yourself with Chelsea Husum 31:24

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Have you ever felt like life’s challenges were leading you toward something greater? In this episode, I sit down with Chelsea, a true inspiration who’s mastered the art of turning setbacks into stepping stones. Together, we talk about resilience, personal growth, and the power of building a life that feels truly aligned. Chelsea shares her journey …

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30.Own Your Year: Celebrating Wins and Designing Next Year’s Goals 39:09

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Join me as I sit down with Ashley to reflect on the highs and lows of 2024! This year was a mix of adventure, growth, and personal evolution. In this episode, I share some of my biggest personal wins and embracing the joy of slowing down to celebrate the little things. I also talk about the power of reflecting on your wins, big or small, and how it…

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29. Ask Amanda: Unlock Your Spiritual Side to Create Success on Your Terms 31:01

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Have you ever felt disconnected or wondered if there's more to life than the day-to-day grind? In this episode, I’m diving deep into how you can unlock your spiritual side and start living a more aligned and purposeful life. Whether you're just starting to explore this part of yourself or you've been on a spiritual journey for a while, there’s some…

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28. Ask Amanda: Coaching 101 33:33

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In this second episode of the Ask Amanda series, we dive into some of your most common coaching questions—how to know if you need a coach, how to measure success, and how to ensure you’re getting the most out of your experience. Ashley and I discuss the importance of finding a coach who truly aligns with your values and goals, and how trusting your…

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27. Ask Amanda: Balancing Work/Life and Creating a Career You Love 34:07

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In this episode Amanda and Ashley dive into the most common questions they’ve been hearing from listeners—about making career changes, handling burnout, and finding that elusive work-life balance. If you’re feeling stuck or unsure about whether it’s time to make a change, or if you’re struggling to find time for the things you love outside of work,…

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26. Behind the Scenes of Unleashing You Events. Listen Until the End! 37:27

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In this exciting episode, Amanda welcomes Ashley to the mic, a key player behind the scenes of our podcast and the Unleashing You community. After tirelessly ensuring her episodes go live and that our social media buzzes with content, Ashley finally steps into the spotlight. Amanda is thrilled to have an organic conversation reflecting on the trans…

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25. Becoming the person who follows their dreams 26:56

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Have you ever wondered what it truly takes to follow your dreams? In this episode of the Unleashing You podcast, Amanda reflects on her two-year journey from a corporate job to becoming an entrepreneur, as she celebrates milestones and growth along the way. She also discusses the importance of recognizing achievements, embracing fear, and the trans…

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24: Breaking Free From Mental Overload with Dr. Barb Thompson 39:26

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What unexpected turns have you faced in your career journey? In this uplifting episode, Dr. Barb Thompson,goes from an unsure graduate student to a successful psychologist in the military & talks about how supportive mentors and her own instincts encouraged her to pursue higher education. Dr. Thompson also discusses the challenges of juggling a dem…

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23: How Work Became My Identity - Then It Broke Me with Erika Diaz 35:58

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Do you feel overwhelmed by the pressure to succeed while balancing your personal life? Are you struggling to separate your self-worth from your job performance? In this episode, Erika opens up about her transformative experience with work becoming her identity and the emotional toll it took. From dealing with suicidal ideation to discovering the cr…

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22. A Meditation to Gain Clarity on Your Dreams 25:45

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Ever feel lost when it comes to your dreams? You're not alone. In this episode, I’m introducing something new to the podcast—a guided meditation designed to help you gain clarity on what your heart truly desires. During a recent coaching session, a client shared that while she hears a lot about chasing big dreams, she’s unsure what that looks like …

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21. From Overstressed High Achiever to Living a High Vibe Life with Lisa Broberg 38:10

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Have you experienced burnout from striving to be the best version of yourself? Do you feel exhausted while trying to please others? In this episode, I am joined by Lisa Broberg, who transitioned from being a traditional nurse to a holistic healer. Her goal is to help people understand their bodies and minds in relation to their life experiences and…

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20. How to Create a Business You Love with Patter Gersuk 39:51

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Dreaming about starting or growing the business you love? Are you ready to be inspired and empowered to take action on a big dream? If yes, this episode is for you! Listen to Patter's transformative journey from making healthy snacks for her family to growing a thriving business. She also shares her inspiring story of starting a business later in l…

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19. The Biggest Business Idea I Discovered on Retreat!! 14:34

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Did you know retreats can have a positive impact on both your personal growth and career development? Tune in as I share how a retreat helped me to take the lead on the biggest thing I have done in my business career. Meditations help me to become an even more open minded person, spark creativity and encourage an abundance of new ideas that leave m…

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18. Following Your Creative Passions and Achieving Success with Katie Taft 37:40

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Curious how a corporate career led to a passion for design? In this episode, join me as I dive into Katie's journey and discover how she transitioned from cubicles to creativity! Growing up in a conservative family with a strong professional background, she initially pursued a corporate career after high school, feeling it was expected. Despite enj…

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17. How to Create a Personal Brand and Step into Your Powerhouse Era with Lauren C. Nelson 41:45

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Have you ever felt the fear of stepping into the spotlight and wondered how to overcome it? What if I told you that overcoming this fear could be the key to unlocking your full potential? Welcome to today's episode! I'm absolutely thrilled to have Lauren C. Nelson joining me. Lauren is a personal branding strategist, and her passion and dedication …