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    About Progress

    All the self-help extremes out there seem designed for perfect robots. But what if progress doesn’t require perfection? Welcome to your gentle self-development hub: About Progress, a podcast and community devoted to progress made practical. Join host and coach, Monica Packer, and her special guests to get the hug AND kick in the pants you need to do something and grow in ways that stick.

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    AP 236: Self Respect || February's Theme Feb 05, 2020
    Show notes

    It's the month of love, so we're going to sort of play off of that feeling with February's theme. No, not self love, not a frivolous treat yourself mindset, but real self respect. They are different, and there may be a time and place for self love, but as we work towards deep down growth and change you need to work towards self respect.

    Why does it matter to respect yourself? Life has so many ups and downs, so much of it is out of our control. But you can control yourself, you can be your own anchor amongst the storm. Respect is something that we can anchor into, more so than we can with just self love.

    Do you feel like you're living a reactive life? I'm opening up about the shift I had to make years ago, going from being reactive to active living. I had to find myself, learn to respect myself, and do something. What you're witnessing today was born during that time! In this episode I'm sharing a few simple questions you can ask yourself to just get started towards better self respect.

    If you want more specific guidance on this topic, join our membership group. You'll have access to the monthly progress plan, live coaching, support and accountability.

    Lastly, make sure you're subscribed to the Go Getter Newsletter to get each episodes Progress Pointers straight to your inbox each Thursday.

    SHOW NOTES

    • Apply for the Progress Program
    • Take the online procrastination class
    • Get the Organization Overhaul audio course - use code 'PROGRESS'
    • Join the monthly membership group beta
    • New Podcast: Inner Monkey
    • Get your first month+ FREE with Libsyn using code MONICA
    • Lend your voice and experience + be featured on the show HERE
    • Join the free and private FB group
    • Join Monica on Facebook and Instagram
    • Songs Credit: DRIVE by Dj Nicolai Heidlas @nicolai-heidlas Music provided by FREE MUSIC FOR VLOGS AND VIDEOS bit.ly/freemusicforvlogs

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    AP 235: "Dear Progressor," January 2020 Edition Jan 29, 2020
    Show notes

    Last week's free organization challenge is over (catch the replays for a few more days). Let me just say, WOW! So many of you, more than I even imagined, showed up ready to learn and experienced true organizational breakthroughs.

    Do you want to experience even more confidence and clarity in your life? YOU CAN, through organizing your mind, space, and time. Check out the Organization Overhaul audio course. With 12 teachers and 24 lessons, you'll be equipped with the tools you need to transform your life. The value of this course is $297, but only until February 1st it's $77. Podcast listeners get lifetime access for the lower yearly price with code 'PROGRESS' at checkout.

    After this month of "getting started" I'm opening up about what that has looked like for my family - both big goals and exciting short term plans. I also share how I got schooled by our guests, meaning what surprised me and what I won't ever forget from our conversations. If you missed the Do Something growth spurt episode here's a friendly reminder it is never too late and I guide you through how to start there.

    As always, I continue to be blown away by this community and the vulnerability in which listeners show up each month in these "Dear Progressor" submissions. In this episode you'll hear from women who each learned something different this month - how to overcome all-or-nothing thinking, the importance of creativity, and of course, getting started. One submission identifies herself as an About Progress "lurker" (that's okay!!) and then proceeds to open up about the life-saving lessons she learned and healing she has felt from this podcast, among other things.

    Lastly, make sure you're subscribed to the Go Getter Newsletter to get each episodes Progress Pointers straight to your inbox each Thursday.

    SHOW NOTES

    • Get this episode's Progress Pointers
    • Get the Organization Overhaul audio course - use code 'PROGRESS'
    • Join the monthly membership group beta
    • Get your first month+ FREE with Libsyn using code MONICA
    • Lend your voice and experience + be featured on the show HERE
    • Join the free and private FB group
    • Join Monica on Facebook and Instagram
    • Songs Credit: DRIVE by Dj Nicolai Heidlas @nicolai-heidlas Music provided by FREE MUSIC FOR VLOGS AND VIDEOS bit.ly/freemusicforvlogs

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    AP 234: Pursue Your Blessed Wandering Path || with Caitlin Connolly Jan 22, 2020
    Show notes

    If you find yourself discouraged in your wandering, you don't have to be! The growth is really in the journey, not the arrival. If you don't believe that, we get into it in this episode with artist Caitlin Connolly. She shares her unconventional path, how it really took decades to believe in herself, and why you, too, should pursue your blessed wandering path.

    You've probably seen Caitlin Connolly's work; her art is strikingly beautiful and many women identify strongly with her figure painting. I for one, knew I needed her to share her unique story with this community when Miranda Anderson shared a bit of it on her podcast.

    There is something so familiar in her own story of struggling to find her calling. Her advice? Start with what you love. Anything, no matter how small or trivial in your mind, will do. Then build, seek support, find clarity, and gain confidence. We also discuss how to deal with "arrival disappointment", and the beauty in taking a break.

    If you find yourself well-versed in fear, scared of trusting your gut, this episode should give you the "get started" boost you need. And if you want this episode's Progress Pointers make sure you're subscribed to the Go Getter Newsletter and get them straight to your inbox each Thursday.

    About a few other things...

    Ready for an Organization Overhaul? Learn from myself and 11 experts on a wide variety of topics meant to teach you how to take charge of your organization and change your life. Listen to 24 lessons over 12 weeks, receive weekly emails, and tons of support to get your mind, space, and time organized. Podcast listeners get lifetime access for the lower yearly price with code 'PROGRESS' at checkout. Prices go up February 1st, don't miss out!

    SHOW NOTES

    • Caitlin's Instagram, Website
    • Get this episode's Progress Pointers
    • Get the Organization Overhaul audio course - use code 'PROGRESS'
    • Join the monthly membership group beta
    • Get your first month+ FREE with Libsyn using code MONICA
    • Lend your voice and experience + be featured on the show HERE
    • Join the free and private FB group
    • Join Monica on Facebook and Instagram
    • Songs Credit: DRIVE by Dj Nicolai Heidlas @nicolai-heidlas
    • Music provided by FREE MUSIC FOR VLOGS AND VIDEOS bit.ly/freemusicforvlogs

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


    AP 233: Why You Need to Say No to Good Things || with Becky Higgins Jan 15, 2020
    Show notes

    Hopefully you've been making progress with this month's theme, get started. And maybe your "Do Something Plan" is part of that. You may have felt some discomfort, described in this episode by Becky Higgins, as refining moments. Through her personal experiences you'll see why you need to say no to good things, to choose the better thing.

    Why You Need to Say No to Good Things

    Becky Higgins, podcasting friend and master of memory keeping, is candid about things she's had to stop, to get started. From a bold move as a career woman and young mother, to the daily struggle she still faces, Becky is no stranger to making tradeoffs. In fact, after being blindsided by an anxiety attack she describes letting go in major ways that actually allowed for a much needed shift in her life.

    As you work through your own refining moments, remember you are inherently worthy of living a story that you want to tell. And if you want this episode's Progress Pointers make sure you're subscribed to the Go Getter Newsletter and get them straight to your inbox each Thursday.

    About a few other things...

    Join the FREE 5-Day You Can Get Organized Challenge starting January 20th. Learn from me and 5 guest teachers as we address your most urgent organizational needs. Gain clarity and confidence to get organized, with the accountability to keep it up.

    Ready for an Organization Overhaul? Learn from myself and 11 experts on a wide variety of topics meant to teach you how to take charge of your organization and change your life. Listen to 24 lessons over 12 weeks, receive weekly emails, and tons of support to get your mind, space, and time organized. Podcast listeners get lifetime access for the lower yearly price with code 'PROGRESS' at checkout. Prices go up February 1st, don't miss out!

    SHOW NOTES

    • Becky's Instagram, Website
    • Get this episode's Progress Pointers
    • Join the FREE 5-Day Organization Challenge
    • Get the Organization Overhaul audio course - use code 'PROGRESS'
    • Get your Monk Manual for 20% with code 'ABOUTPROGRESS'
    • Join the monthly membership group beta
    • Get your first month+ FREE with Libsyn using code MONICA
    • Lend your voice and experience + be featured on the show HERE
    • Join the free and private FB group
    • Join Monica on Facebook and Instagram
    • Songs Credit: DRIVE by Dj Nicolai Heidlas @nicolai-heidlas Music provided by FREE MUSIC FOR VLOGS AND VIDEOS bit.ly/freemusicforvlogs

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


    AP 232: Create Your 2020 Do Something Plan || Growth Spurt Jan 10, 2020
    Show notes

    In 2016 I was a shell of myself, and missing out on my own life. So, I set out to create a bucket list of sorts with the prompt of "do something that scares you". That original list had everything from blogging, to dates with my husband, to making 30 new recipes. The spark inside of me was ignited, and it was very healing. Almost every year since (2017, 2019) I've continued creating these lists, and encouraged hundreds of you to create your do something plan through the Rediscover You workshop.

    Here's the most freeing thing I can tell you as you get started on your own Do Something Plan: you don't need to know the end from the beginning. Learn how to create the feelings you're looking for, rather than the specific outcomes you think you need. Tune in for the other 3 lessons I'm sharing to help you get started on your plan.

    You know I often give you some graphics or printables, but not today! Because there is no right way to make your Do Something Plan. Instead of an exact formula, I'm going to offer you a framework. In this episode I explain how to brainstorm, prompts to start with, what to take off your list and even share my list's theme (not necessary - just trying it this year!).

    It's hugely motivating to write things down, and sometimes that act of just sharing our heart with ourselves can be a big challenge. I'm also going to challenge you to share these plans with others. Someone you know personally, in our free and private Facebook group, or on social media! It isn't even about the accountability, because you won't finish everything on your list (at least I never have). Circling back to how this all started, it's just about doing something that scares you and seeing where the adventure of it takes you. See my 2020 plan here!

    About a few other things...

    Join the FREE 5-Day You Can Get Organized Challenge starting January 20th. Learn from me and 5 guest teachers as we address your most urgent organizational needs. Gain clarity and confidence to get organized, with the accountability to keep it up.

    Ready for an Organization Overhaul? Learn from myself and 11 experts on a wide variety of topics meant to teach you how to take charge of your organization and change your life. Listen to 24 lessons over 12 weeks, receive weekly emails, and tons of support to get your mind, space, and time organized. Podcast listeners get lifetime access for the lower yearly price with code 'PROGRESS' at checkout. Prices go up February 1st, don't miss out!

    After an overwhelming response this summer, Monk Manual has come back to sponsor the podcast. You can get one of these intentional planners (the only kind I've ever stuck with!) for 20% off with code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' and it stacks with their bundle, too!

    SHOW NOTES

    • Join the FREE 5-Day Organization Challenge
    • Get the Organization Overhaul audio course - use code 'PROGRESS'
    • Get your Monk Manual for 20% with code 'ABOUTPROGRESS'
    • Monthly membership group beta waitlist
    • Get your first month+ FREE with Libsyn using code MONICA
    • Lend your voice and experience + be featured on the show HERE
    • Join the free and private FB group
    • Join Monica on Facebook and Instagram
    • Songs Credit: DRIVE by Dj Nicolai Heidlas @nicolai-heidlas Music provided by FREE MUSIC FOR VLOGS AND VIDEOS bit.ly/freemusicforvlogs

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


    AP 231: 10 Basics You Need to Know to Organize Your Home || with Mika Perry Jan 08, 2020
    Show notes

    Before you roll your eyes at another "new year, new you" post just know this is NOT that. Yes, we're talking organization, and yes that is a super popular topic this time of year. But, we're doing away with the big feelings of overwhelm and negativity that can come with it. Keeping with this month's theme, get started, here are 10 basics you need to know to organize your home - simply and with intention.

    In my just announced Organization Overhaul Audio Course we are covering three aspects of organization - mind, space, and time. Taking charge of organization in all aspects is possible and will help you change your life. To kick things off in the right direction, Mika (also a guest teacher in the course!) is talking about space. And even though we focus on the home, you'll hear how simply organizing her batteries freed up her time and allowed her to feel more control of her mind.

    Mika is a professional organizer, now using online platforms to help clients, as well as a wife, mother, and podcaster. She dispels organization myths - such as Pinterest-perfect spaces, and feeling limited by routine. Tune in for the mistakes you're making (Mika keeps it beautifully positive!) and the basics you need to know to get started. You can take back control of your time and mind, through your space.

    If you want this episode's Progress Pointers make sure you're subscribed to the Go Getter Newsletter and get them straight to your inbox each Thursday.

    About a few other things...

    Join the FREE 5-Day You Can Get Organized Challenge starting January 20th. Learn from me and 5 guest teachers as we address your most urgent organizational needs. Gain clarity and confidence to get organized, with the accountability to keep it up.

    Ready for an Organization Overhaul? Learn from myself and 11 experts on a wide variety of topics meant to teach you how to take charge of your organization and change your life. Listen to 24 lessons over 12 weeks, receive weekly emails, and tons of support to get your mind, space, and time organized. Podcast listeners get lifetime access for the lower yearly price with code 'PROGRESS' at checkout. Prices go up February 1st, don't miss out!

    SHOW NOTES

    • Mika's Instagram, Website
    • Get this episode's Progress Pointers
    • Join the FREE 5-Day Organization Challenge
    • Get the Organization Overhaul audio course - use code 'PROGRESS'
    • Get your Monk Manual for 20% with code 'ABOUTPROGRESS'
    • Monthly membership group beta waitlist
    • Get your first month+ FREE with Libsyn using code MONICA
    • Lend your voice and experience + be featured on the show HERE
    • Join the free and private FB group
    • Join Monica on Facebook and Instagram
    • Songs Credit: DRIVE by Dj Nicolai Heidlas @nicolai-heidlas Music provided by FREE MUSIC FOR VLOGS AND VIDEOS bit.ly/freemusicforvlogs

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


    AP 230: Get Started || January's Theme Jan 01, 2020
    Show notes

    I've gone ahead and done all the work for you on this one. What work is that? The thing where you look ahead to a new year, come up with new goals, and then use up all your energy throwing a million excuses at them. There are 3 big ones I'm talking about in this episode, and I'm sure well all have many more. But what I want you to hear is, get started ANYWAY.

    Have you ever considered that every day you get to decide to start again? It's such a refreshing thought, to remember that failure is never final. So yes, we're all excited to get started with the new year, but I want to motivate you to not let small things derail your new found progress. I share with you, in the episode, how I let myself (literally) sit in the wings many years ago and how that attitude persisted in my life.

    Now, after taking steps both big and small, I allow myself to move towards center stage in ways that previously would've paralyzed me. You, too, can start without knowing the exact finish line. If you've been here a while, remember when this was a baking/lifestyle/interior design blog?? I didn't know what About Progress would be 5 year in, but I just knew I needed to get it started.

    Tune in, at the end of the episode I'm guiding you through how to get started and take action on your own list, and ultimately your own progress.

    About a few other things...

    If you're looking for a way to realllly kick off your new year in the right direction, sign up for the now online Rediscover You Workshop. Join me and other women live, right from your couch, to learn how to reconnect with yourself. This will only be offered once in 2020, so don't miss out!

    After an overwhelming response this summer, Monk Manual has come back to sponsor the podcast. You can get one of these intentional planners (the only kind I've ever stuck with!) for 20% off with code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' and it stacks with their bundle, too!

    SHOW NOTES

    • Get this episode's Progress Pointers
    • Check out the newly online Rediscover You Workshop
    • Get your Monk Manual for 20% with code 'ABOUTPROGRESS'
    • Monthly membership group beta waitlist
    • Get your first month+ FREE with Libsyn using code MONICA
    • Lend your voice and experience + be featured on the show HERE
    • Join the free and private FB group
    • Join Monica on Facebook and Instagram
    • Songs Credit: DRIVE by Dj Nicolai Heidlas @nicolai-heidlas Music provided by FREE MUSIC FOR VLOGS AND VIDEOS bit.ly/freemusicforvlogs

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


    AP 229: "Dear Progressor," December Edition Dec 30, 2019
    Show notes

    As the year (and decade!) come to a close, I have to say I'm so incredibly grateful for this community of "progressors". If not for you sharing your experiences, and growing together, this would just be a fan club and I never wanted any part of something like that. Tune in to hear some year-end thoughts in this "Dear Progressor," December Edition and read below for more ways to grow, with the help of this community, in the new year.

    After hosting the Rediscover You Workshop in California and Utah I'm so excited it's finally online! Now all of you can participate from the comfort of your own home, but interact live with me and other attendees. This will only be offered ONCE this year and it's at the very beginning of January. Get more details here and make your personal growth a priority.

    Also, the (still unnamed) membership group will be launching as a beta group very soon. You can get on the list to be notified of its launch here. This membership group will include coaching, accountability, insightful dialogue, and the Progress Plan you all know and love.

    SHOW NOTES

    • Sign up for The Rediscover You Workshop, now online!
    • Monthly group beta launch WAITLIST
    • Get your first month+ FREE with Libsyn using code MONICA
    • Free Podcasting E-Courses
    • Social Media Challenge and 5 Day Sleep Makeover
    • FREE Printables, including this month’s Progress Plan
    • Send in a soundbite + be featured on the show HERE
    • Join the free and private FB group
    • Join Monica on Facebook, Instagram, and by newsletter
    • Songs Credit: DRIVE by Dj Nicolai Heidlas @nicolai-heidlas Music provided by FREE MUSIC FOR VLOGS AND VIDEOS bit.ly/freemusicforvlogs

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


    AP 228: The Best Things I Spent Money on in 2019 Dec 27, 2019
    Show notes

    Hey, I see you! I see how hard you've worked this holiday season to show up for your family, friends, coworkers, church and community responsibilities, and whatever else has needed you this month. It's time to take a deep breath, and give back to yourself. One way you can do this is by joining me and other women live, and online, for the Rediscover You Workshop at the beginning of January. If you do this, I think it will end up on your "best things I spent money on" list, too!

    If you're anything like me, it's kind of fun to hear about other people's favorite things. There are whole parties this time of year surrounding them, right?? So, I thought I'd share my tried and true favorite things from 2019. From Disney+ to the natural cleaner you've seen me use on Instagram, I'm covering all the things that our entire family has been enjoying the very most.

    And it's not all about the material things. I also share what intangible things have been my favorite buys this year. This includes help with my home and kids, help with my business, as well as super memorable dates with my husband. And if you'd like to share any of your "Best of 2019" submit a soundbite for the 'Dear Progressor' episode that will air next week!

    ABOUT A FEW OTHER THINGS…

    So many of you asked for this and I'm finally able to deliver! Sign up for the now online Rediscover You Workshop. Join me and other women live, right from your couch, to learn how to reconnect with yourself. This will only be offered once in 2020, so don’t miss out!

    After an overwhelming response this summer, Monk Manual has come back to sponsor the podcast. You can get one of these intentional planners (the only kind I’ve ever stuck with!) for 20% off with code ‘ABOUTPROGRESS’ and it stacks with their bundle, too!

    SHOW NOTES

    • Monthly group beta launch WAITLIST
    • Check out the newly online Rediscover You Workshop
    • Get your Monk Manual for 20% with code ‘ABOUTPROGRESS’
    • Get your first month+ FREE with Libsyn using code MONICA
    • FREE Printables, including this month’s Progress Plan
    • Send in a soundbite + be featured on the show HERE
    • Join the free and private FB group
    • Join Monica on Facebook, Instagram, and by newsletter
    • Songs Credit: DRIVE by Dj Nicolai Heidlas @nicolai-heidlas Music provided by FREE MUSIC FOR VLOGS AND VIDEOS bit.ly/freemusicforvlogs

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


    AP 227: The Best Failures I Had and Lessons Learned in 2019 Dec 25, 2019
    Show notes

    Merry Christmas friends! If you find yourself reflecting on this past year, especially as you look forward to the new year, I want to encourage you to remove the negative "failure filter". There are good lessons to be learned from what we often consider failure. Today I'm sharing the best failures I had and lessons learned in 2019.

    I like to learn, I want to learn, so I've had to come to terms with failing. For example, I'm being very transparent in this episode about my goals for the podcast and what happened that helped me realize them. There were also failures in my relationships, and not the all-is-lost kind, but the kind that helped me realize where I need to improve.

    My hope in sharing those as well as some business and spiritual related failures (you might be surprised by what I say!) is that you, too, can learn to reframe failures into growth. And I'm really not just saying that, because I've lived it. I'm going to keep putting in the work, even if it keeps taking me years to grow. Through my own personal development I've learned my worth is independent of my success, so failures do not define me. Tune in, maybe let me know if this shifts your perspective going into the new year.

    ABOUT A FEW OTHER THINGS…

    So many of you asked for this and I'm finally able to deliver! Sign up for the now online Rediscover You Workshop. Join me and other women live, right from your couch, to learn how to reconnect with yourself. This will only be offered once in 2020, so don’t miss out!

    After an overwhelming response this summer, Monk Manual has come back to sponsor the podcast. You can get one of these intentional planners (the only kind I’ve ever stuck with!) for 20% off with code ‘ABOUTPROGRESS’ and it stacks with their bundle, too!

    SHOW NOTES

    • Monthly group beta launch WAITLIST
    • Check out the newly online Rediscover You Workshop
    • Get your Monk Manual for 20% with code ‘ABOUTPROGRESS’
    • Get your first month+ FREE with Libsyn using code MONICA
    • FREE Printables, including this month’s Progress Plan
    • Send in a soundbite + be featured on the show HERE
    • Join the free and private FB group
    • Join Monica on Facebook, Instagram, and by newsletter
    • Songs Credit: DRIVE by Dj Nicolai Heidlas @nicolai-heidlas Music provided by FREE MUSIC FOR VLOGS AND VIDEOS bit.ly/freemusicforvlogs

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


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