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AP 375: 3 Types of Self Care You Need to Start Doing Right Now Feb 14, 2022

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Are you exhausted?

When I say “exhausted,” I don’t just mean being physically tired. Are you mentally, emotionally, and spiritually exhausted, too? This kind of exhaustion makes every part of living feel hard and heavy.

Everyone seems to be exhausted, especially us women. It doesn’t take much to understand why as we near the second anniversary of a worldwide pandemic. (We feel stressed, overwhelmed, and overworked, most of the time with little support.)

If you’re feeling exhausted, know you’re not alone! (I’ve been there with you, too!) But, there’s one thing that we can control that makes us feel less exhausted and more like ourselves:

Self-care.

We all know that there are major societal changes needed to better support women, especially those that act as care-givers. But, in the meantime we can’t wait. We have to start by better caring for ourselves.

Listen to learn about the three-types of self-care you need in your life, and how to overcome the most common self-care hurdles.

No matter your situation, you can stop feeling so “exhausted” and start feeling more like yourself!

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AP 374: How to Parent Your Perfectionistic Child, Part Two || with Dr. Jennifer AP 374: Finlayson-Fife and Carolyn Bever Feb 09, 2022

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(Note: This is Part Two of How to Parent Your Perfectionistic Child. Start with episode 373 to hear Part One of our conversation!)

So, you officially know that you have a perfectionistic child. (Psst: yes, even the “under-achiever” types count!) Where can you start as their parent to help them overcome their perfectionistic tendencies?

According to Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife and Carolyn Bever, you have to start with yourself! This advice may seem counterintuitive, but these experts say that managing yourself is KEY to being able to best empower your perfectionist-child..

Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife and Carolyn Bever are back for Part Two of our conversation to talk about your role as you parent a perfectionistic child. (Hint: Your role isn’t to fix or micromanage them. Your role is to love them!)

This may seem difficult, but Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife and Carolyn Bever give practical tips to best move forward, including: thinking from your child’s point-of-view, getting an outsider’s perspective, and differentiating your role from your child’s.

As parents, we are anxious to do a good job raising our kids. Come listen to two experts discuss how you can parent your perfectionistic child with more love and more confidence, too..

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AP 373: How to Parent Your Perfectionistic Child, Part One || with Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife and Carolyn Bever Feb 07, 2022

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Do you have a child who struggles with perfectionism? Maybe, you’re not quite sure . . .

Parenting a perfectionistic child can be overwhelming and confusing, especially because perfectionism isn’t just for the stereotypical overachiever.

For years, I’ve heard from parents who want to know what to do with their kids who are terrified of failure. That’s why I invited two experts to share their advice this week.

Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife and Carolyn Bever share their personal and professional advice on HOW to parent and empower perfectionistic children.

We cover: how to recognize perfectionism in your child, the importance of you having your own sense of self, and practical tips on how to parent your unique perfectionist.

We had so much to share, that we needed to split the episode into two parts! So, be sure to come back for Part Two and its expansion on the most essential tip: starting with yourself.

You don’t have to feel overwhelmed and confused. Start with these tips to help empower and parent your perfectionistic child!

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AP 372: "How do I overcome my insecurity in starting a new career?" || Coaching Call with Wendy Feb 04, 2022

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We all face dips in our mental health, in our belief in ourselves, and our capacity to just "deal" with life.

How can you face those dips with both acceptance but not despair?

And what do you do when those dips line up with a major transition you're taking on, and it's hard to see around the insecurity you feel?

Today's special bonus episode is an edited coaching call I did with a client named Wendy.

Wendy is facing a dip as she works to start a new career and feeling neck-deep in alllll the disqualifiers that are coming up for her.

"I'm too old." "I don't know the technology." "I should have started years ago."

You'll hear us talk about how to handle those dips, ways to remove yourself from the shield of perfectionism, and how to counteract the disqualifers with qualifiers.

Whether you're like Wendy and facing a dip in your mental health or are starting a new phase--a new job, a new relationship, a new season--this episode will help you learn how to NOT WAIT and raise your hand to qualify yourself.

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AP 371: How to Start Where You Are, Even When You Think It’s Too Late Jan 31, 2022

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Have you ever felt like it was too late? Too late for your goals, traditions, or habits? Or, maybe you feel it’s too late to create better relationships?

Instead of being stuck in these feelings, I want to teach you how to start where you are, even when you think it’s too late!

In this episode, I share my own experiences of feeling like it was “too late” for me to start certain things. (Don’t worry, I definitely understand this feeling!)

I then outline three ways you may be disqualifying yourself from starting over and cover mindset shifts you can embrace to move from feeling “it’s too late” to starting what you want.

If you’ve ever found yourself saying, “It’s too late,” then this episode is for you. Join me to let go of regrets to create more for your life!

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AP 370: 3 Routines to Consider Right Now (with Options!) || with Ashley Brown Jan 24, 2022

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There’s so much advice out there on how to build the “perfect” routine, not to mention so many good routines to consider. Many women find themselves paralyzed, not even knowing where to start.

Do you ever feel overwhelmed when you try to create routines, too?

In this week’s episode, I invited my friend and routine expert, Ashley Brown, to discuss how you can get started with some simple, yet solid routines. We tap down on your overwhelm and provide 3 routines for you to consider—with options!

Even though they’re “simple,” each of these routines has the potential to make a big difference for most people!

We know the next “routine battle” awaits after you choose where to start. That’s why Ashley and I also discuss some of the main hurdles you’re likely to find in your way as you start these routines.

Instead of feeling overwhelmed to start your routines, follow this expert’s practical advice and get some momentum going—starting today!

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AP 369: "I am Stuck with my Do Something List--Help!" || Coaching Call with Holly Jan 20, 2022

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Do you love the idea of creating your own Do Something List (DSL), but get stuck somewhere in the process of making your own?

You're not alone!

A recent survey I did on Instagram showed that the high majority of our community who want a DSL stop before they even start. (And the rest find themselves stuck on the brainstorm step.)

Today, you'll hear a coaching call I did with a Progressor named Holly. I walk her through creating her own DSL from start to finish. As you listen, you'll see what this process can be like for you.

Join in with Holly and create THE list that will help you find YOU this year!

PS: The doors are open to the Strive Hive, my online membership group for women who are ready to strive for daily progress in a community unlike any other online. Join us HERE.

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AP 368: My 4-Step Process to Create a Solid, Easy Nighttime Routine Jan 17, 2022

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What’s the secret to having a better morning routine? Creating a solid, easy nighttime routine. That’s because mornings start the night before!

Not sure where to start?

In this episode, I walk you through my four-step process to creating your own personal nighttime routine. This routine will meet both your desires and needs, and match the season you are in.

You’ll leave the episode with practical ways to improve your nighttime routine and end your days feeling the way you want to feel—both at night AND in the morning.

Episode references: 3 65. Do Something List, 357. Lower the Hurdles, 352. The Deep Breath, 350. Deprioritize, 348. How to Create Momentum, 274. Exhaustion with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith

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AP 367: Ways to Live (and Love) More Boldly || with Jess Frew Jan 10, 2022

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Jess Frew is a podcaster, mom, stepmom, wife and ex-wife. Jess has learned to choose bold action. She’s experienced how life’s better on the other side of being bold, including your relationships too!

Join us to hear tips to live and love more boldly in your own life. You’ll also hear how Jess navigates both the complications and blessings boldness brings to relationships by setting boundaries.

You’ll leave this episode with a new definition of “boldness.” You’ll have a deeper resolve to live boldly as the truest version of yourself. And you’ll make room for others to live that way, as well. Because when you do this, BOTH your true self and others around you will thrive more in the long run!

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AP 366: You Get To Decide || Growth Spurt Jan 07, 2022

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*DON'T MISS OUT ON MY HABIT CHALLENGE*

Today's episode is my personal, very short, very top of mind thoughts, on how to sort through some overwhelming messaging that I know we are all seeing right now. With the start of the new year we face a lot of external pressures, a lot of 'shoulds' trying to dictate how we need to live our lives.

In this Growth Spurt I want to give you the permission to find clarity for yourself, and make sure you know that you get to decide what works best for you this year. When it comes to habits, goals, ways to rest, whatever it is, you are in charge. I hope when you tune in to this bite sized episode you get the confirmation you need to live intuitively - and look forward to discussing that further in the future!

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