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AP 514: How Do You Plan a Conference || with Cheryl Cardall Jul 27, 2023

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Is there something that has made you think other people can do that, but not me? This episode is part of a monthly series to convince you otherwise. These episodes feature real women who are answering the question “How do you…?” about their various passions and pursuits.

Cheryl Cardall is a mom of five with a passion for strengthening moms and families, specifically families struggling with mental illness. With an online community and a podcast, she finally decided to pursue something she had always wanted to do by planning a mental health conference for parents and teens. If you have ever wondered how to pursue your passions in this way, whether it's related to mental health or not, Cheryl helps break down this potentially overwhelming task for you. Learn how to stop letting fears hold you back from sharing your voice, and how to connect with a broader community that deserves to hear from you.

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AP 513: How can I consistently exercise with my very unpredictable schedule? || Coaching Call with Laura Jul 24, 2023

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Almost every time that I ask what habits the women in this community want help with, I get many of the same responses about developing a consistent exercise routine. In this episode you'll listen as I walk through the steps toward creating that habit with Laura, a community member, and mom of three young kids who works a demanding job with two very different schedules.

My approach may seem different than what you're used to, and even Laura, who admitted to doing a lot of her own habit research, had some major a-ha moments. From the ideal image of her habit, and the feelings associated with it, to a baseline version that she can do on her worst-of-days, plus a mantra she can quickly incorporate, you'll witness the entire process. The difference is my emphasis on identity, an essential part of habit formation that you can learn about and implement in your own life and habits.

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AP 512: How to Shift Your Nighttime Routine with One Major Tweak || Growth Spurt Jul 20, 2023

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A recent poll of the community showed that most of you want a better morning routine, so why am I starting with nighttime? Because successful mornings start the night before! Instead of a step-by-step prescription that I expect you to perfectly adopt (that wouldn't work anyway!) I'm sharing the big question you need to ask yourself. Plus, I'll give you some of my personal answers, and other ideas, that will help set you up for a solid night routine.

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AP 511: How to Become Who You ARE, Not Who You’re “SUPPOSED” to Be || with Arielle Estoria Jul 17, 2023

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Arielle Estoria is a guest on the podcast again, sharing some of her latest works from her book Unfolding, as well as personal insight into the journey that led her to those poems. She opens up about her awakening, where she describes shedding what doesn't serve us and become the fullest version of ourselves.

In this episode we discuss the three types of fear that usually come up for women who are not used to prioritizing themselves, why it is vital that you start to acknowledge your inner knowings, and how change can be a very good thing. Plus, Arielle shares the thing you can do daily to get started right now on your own path to unfolding.

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AP 510: Progress Principle: DO SOMETHING || Growth Spurt Jul 13, 2023

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You've heard me talk often about being an all-or-nothing person, because I've been on both extremes of the spectrum. What I didn't realize at the time, was that either choice came at a great cost to the most important things in my life. The idea that finally pulled me out of this cycle was this principle: DO SOMETHING. In this episode I'm sharing three big reasons why this works, and how you can finally move the needle on your personal growth.

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AP 509: What to Do When You Can’t Do What You Used to Jul 10, 2023

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When a recent cycling class (a home set up I used to always use and love!) felt exceptionally difficult I was reminded of how we can unnecessarily judge ourselves when we are struggling to do something that we were able to do competently, or even easily, in our past. In this episode I'm sharing a lot about my own personal struggles with this, particularly with comparison and shame.

Comparison doesn't always come from external sources, sometimes it can be us versus other versions of ourselves. I hope it's helpful for you to know that even with the growth I have done, I still always have room to grow some more. As this has come up for me, I've discovered certain thoughts that I can use to coach myself out of that trap, and away from feeling overwhelmed with discouragement. Tune in to hear my three thoughts, and understand how self compassion can help you move past comparison.

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AP 508: Backyard update + garden boxes, my annual "me day," new habit for the kids, the clothes I'm loving lately, considering a podcast change || Messy Middle July 2023 Jul 06, 2023

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This monthly series features an episode sharing my recent highs and lows, how my habits are going, a Do Something List update, plus what I'm loving lately and my commitments for the upcoming month. I hope this glimpse into my life, my family, my work, and my own self development encourages you in your own journey.

Around here the goal is never perfection, just to keep trying, even if in very simple ways. I think you'll see that with all of the big changes going on for me, taking the smallest of steps has helped to keep me afloat and feeling like myself. As always, I encourage you to get messy, too!

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AP 507: How to Rebuild a Sense of Self After a Toxic Relationship || with Dr. Heidi Brocke Jul 03, 2023

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The word 'toxic' is used a lot in current zeitgeist, but what does it really mean? And what are the greater implications it can have on your relationships, and your sense of self? In today's episode I discuss all of that with Dr. Heidi Brocke, a Toxic Relationship Awareness & Healing Specialist. After spending 14 years in an extremely emotionally and narcissistically abusive relationship she was able to leave, and turned her past into her passion; she left her 24 year career in healthcare to use her life experience and education to be the person she needed when she herself was trapped in the darkness of an unhealthy relationship.

This topic may be something you personally need, or could shed some light on someone you know. The goal of Dr. Brocke's message is to provide hope, healing, and freedom to those whose lives have been affected by toxic relationships, emotional abuse, and narcissistic behaviors. She shares her real experience, tips that work, and doable exercises for rebuilding your sense of self after a toxic relationship.

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AP 506: BONUS: Why Moms are Biologically More Stressed || with Stacey Littlefield of Redd Remedies Jun 29, 2023

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Do you ever find yourself stuck in the stress cycle, thinking "what's wrong with me?" You're not alone, and there's even an explanation for why you feel that way. For starters, women are more uniquely affected by high levels of stress than men. In this episode we dig into some of the science behind why this is true, so that you can better understand what's going on in your brain and body, and why you respond the way that you do. Plus, learn ways you can better manage your stress, instead of feeling that constant state of overwhelm.

This episode is brought to you in partnership with Redd Remedies. Stacey Littlefield has degrees in biology and herbal medicine, and is the Master Herbalist behind the brand of natural products. You can use code PROGRESS for 20% off Peaceful Mama & Rhythm & Flo, as well as the rest of Redd Remedies products on their website.

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AP 505: My youngest starts Kindergarten this Fall—How do I choose what’s next for me? || Coaching Call with Megan Jun 26, 2023

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When Megan met with a psychologist she came away with a diagnosis of a perfectionist, with an achievement addiction. As she shares the ways she navigated her own all-or-nothing spectrum, much of her story will resonate with this community. As a mother of four (now five) she auditioned for a choir, which snowballed into a larger and more time-consuming job. Critical feedback from a family member then caused her to quit everything. In this conversation I help her identify the priorities she cares about most, and apply those as a filter to the opportunities she wants to pursue next.

Listen as Megan identifies learning, having a challenge, and finances as the filters she wants to focus on. She then sifts through some of the options she has recently had, and you'll hear in real time what this process can look like. If you, like Megan, can't figure out where your heart is anymore, this episode will give you the clarity you need to excitedly embark on finding your passions again.

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