About Progress

It's no secret that I love habits and routines, because I've seen how women can really start to thrive once they support themselves with those things. In the past I've talk about how mornings start the night before, and the importance of a solid nighttime routine. Today we're breaking it down even simpler with my top two tricks to get to bed earlier. This bite-sized episode was inspired by my own struggles, because I was sticking to my nighttime routine...just later, and later. So, I buckled down to beat the bedtime procrastination and now I'm sharing these super practical things you can start doing tonight! Full Show Notes NEW!! Habits Course Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Send in a voice clip! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm coming to you live from day two of summer break in this episode where I want to get real about navigating this time of year so you can have fun and feel like your best self. But first, this is not an episode about 100 awesome things to do with your kids over the next 2 months (although I have some help for that here!) These are my 4 keys to helping you feel supported throughout this season, so you can be awesome with your family and for yourself. During the summer you are managing a lot more, you're managing more needs, you're managing more interruptions, and you are managing less routines. I will show you that by prioritizing your self in some ways, you will feel more successful in providing care to those around you. And I'm keeping this really simple with 4 straightforward tips that you can start working on right away to enjoy this summer instead of just surviving it. Full Show Notes + Transcript NEW!! Habits Course Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Send in a voice clip! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wait! Before you think this episode is not for you, let me explain the simple "how" (and why) I meditate almost every single day. If you've been part of this community for even a short while, you've likely seen me share my daily walk or hike. In this episode I'm diving into that special part of my daily routine, so you can see how to simply start a meditative walk for yourself. This practice has allowed me to process some really difficult things, and just give me clear time and space to think. With the chaos of external influence and business of our responsibilities, taking the time to yourself in some introspective way can be truly beneficial. Full Show Notes NEW!! Habits Course Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you had an hour totally to yourself, what would you do? Author Catherine Price explains in today's interview that when faced with that exact situation she found herself signing up for a guitar class. That choice spiraled into what she now knows as true fun. When was the last time that you had fun? Maybe you're wondering what fun even is. Catherine compiled her research into her book "The Power of Fun," which she shares about in this episode along with some powerful personal anecdotes. By taking care of ourselves in this way and giving ourselves the opportunity to let go and have fun, it makes us better at our responsibilities. If you are capable of having fun then you bring it to other people, and it’s a gift to give others that comfort, joy, and lightness. It's time to take having fun more seriously and see how rewarding that can be. Full Show Notes + Transcript NEW!! Habits Course Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this monthly series I'm sharing what real progress (including real, imperfect, messiness!) looks like for me. May was a whirlwind, and I'm feeling extra grateful for the "highs" and less focused on any so-called "lows." Our attempt at a camping trip is particularly amusing, and a true glimpse at doing something instead of only all-or-nothing. Tune in to hear what I have planned for this month, including the things I want to cross off my Do Something List and the important habit I have been able to establish to help my daughter. I am also throwing out a pretty big dream right now to travel abroad as a family. I hope these episodes encourage you to pursue your life more messily, and to find purpose and fulfillment in the realness. Full Show Notes + Transcript NEW!! Habits Course Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“I never thought I could make space for something that is fulfilling, but can also be stressful and uncomfortable.” That is just one of the a-ha moments Sarah uncovered in today's coaching call. Many of you will relate to some aspect of her life, whether it's her season of motherhood, balancing full time work, or her grapple with perfectionism and fulfillment. Sarah's initial concern is how to reliably carry out her tasks when she feels stuck with overwhelm, but as we dig deeper we uncover all of the things at play in this struggle. As I guide Sarah to look at the practical, as well as deep, changes she can start to make, you can apply the same to your circumstances. From this episode you can take away the permission to be human and do things imperfectly. Plus, create a practical habit that will help you refocus in those moments of overwhelm that we all experience. Full Show Notes + Transcript NEW!! Habits Course Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to Nicole, a community member just like you, who is a mother and dietitian with lots of fun hobbies. She had no prior experience with gardening, but grew her passion from a desire to give it a try. From a few chickens and too many pepper plants, hear how Nicole and her family are essentially running a suburban homestead through "structure in the madness." If gardening has been a specific item on your Do Something List, then this episode should give you a lot of ideas to just get started! And if gardening is still not for you, feel inspired by the story of someone who started small and found something they're successful with, despite ups and downs along the way. Full Show Notes NEW!! Habits Course Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever found yourself in the position of feeling complete overwhelm, maybe even anxiety or depression, knowing you desperately need to take care of yourself but are simultaneously unable to? Whether it's the small things like eating, or showering, to the big things like enjoying a creative hobby, we sometimes forget to support ourselves in those ways when we need it the most. Mia Hemstad is a mother of two and a self-care coach, who has dealt personally and professionally with severe depression and PTSD. She shares one of the scariest moments she realized how lacking her self-care had become, and it may be all too relatable to some listeners. Tune in for a very real examination of why you're prone to neglecting yourself and how to change that in ways that actually matter. Full Show Notes + Transcript NEW!! Habits Course Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're feeling ready to create some new habits, or even one new habit, but stuck on where to begin, then you are not alone! Today's short episode tackles this topic, and offers an exclusive sneak peak from my Sticky Habits course. My goal is to help real women like me, who value progress over perfection, who are busy, but who are seeking growth. So even if you are busy, and your day is easily interrupted, don't count yourself out. My tip today, to start with the bookends, will anchor your day and your habits in a way that keeps you feeling supported and true to yourself. Full Show Notes NEW!! Habits Course Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I can't imagine we are alone in feeling like after the last couple (very stressful) years, our family was in need of some healing. Even our young children were feeling the same increasing strain that we felt as individuals, and parents. In this episode, my husband, Brad, details how schedules, bedtimes, and cleaning the house had taken precedence over enjoying one another's presence. And I share what came to me from the passenger's seat during our New Year's Day drive: this needed to be our year of FUN! We want to encourage you to identify your family's values (with tips on how to do that!) so that you can change the culture in your home to be one that serves you, rather than scares you. From small steps, to the bigger picture we're getting personal in hopes of showing you what a similar overhaul may do for you, too. Full Show Notes NEW!! Habits Course Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When I first started seeing a therapist for my eating disorder years ago, they asked something of me that I still think about often. It had to do with controlling my thoughts, and as a result I've had a lot of practice sorting through my thoughts, but also how emotions and feelings are connected - and how they are different. Based on my own experience I have some tried and true tips for connecting to yourself by identifying your emotions and feelings, to better help you gain control over your thoughts. It's time to get curious about what your mind and body are telling you, to help you gain clarity in tangible and logical ways. Full Show Notes NEW!! Habits Course Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time to tackle one of most highly requested topics for the podcast, and that is boundaries. Today I am joined by a therapist, Dr. Julie Hanks, who answers our most pressing questions on the issue. This includes my biggest one, "Do I have to tell other people that I have boundaries around them?" She answers that as well as some others that may surprise you. In addition to our frank discussion on boundaries, her insight on introspection and our thoughts is worth your time spent listening. Tune in for the permission you need to move forward with identifying your boundaries, then sticking to them, and why it's crucial to your overall well-being. More from Dr. Julie Hanks here. Full Show Notes NEW!! Habits Course Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this monthly series I'm sharing what real progress (including real, imperfect, messiness!) looks like for me. Most of the month was spent working on my new habits course, but we did travel for spring break and I attended a wonderful creative retreat. Tuen in to hear what I have planned for this month, a delicious new spin on a chocolate chip cookie (our fav!) that I tried, a new habit I'm going to implement, and raw thoughts on my personal confidence. If that last one is of interest maybe I'll iron out my thoughts for a full episode, let me know! Full Show Notes NEW!! Habits Course Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, my podcast listeners get an exclusive sneak peak into my new Sticky Habit Method course. In the introduction to the course you'll learn about what's to come for those that continue on, but also my deeply personal experience. I can clearly see the difference in myself between when I have felt supported by habits and when I have not been. Having sound habits that actually align with your values allows you to show up as your best self for you and for others. This introduction explains the three course modules that teach you, and commit you, to forming at least one hugely supportive habit by the end of the course. Full Show Notes + Transcript NEW!! Habits Course Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've always thought you're not fast enough to be a runner, you're wrong! There's so much more to it than speed. Tune in to see how a community member just like you went from someone who was "never very good at running" to someone who has developed a true passion for it that enriches her life. Full Show Notes NEW!! Habits Course Presale Podcast Sponsor Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maybe you haven't heard of "revenge bedtime procrastination" but you've likely felt it. It's that feeling at night when you're so exhausted, but you still find yourself staying up too late mind-numbingly scrolling your phone. In a nutshell, you're experiencing a lack of fulfillment. The good news is that there are several ways to support yourself out of this habit, and into something that feels better. Julie is a Progressor just like you, who graciously opened up about her nighttime routine struggles that seemed to be fueling this procrastination at night. She shares the values she knows she holds, and I coach her through the ways to achieve new habits that align with how she wants to feel at the end of her day. Whether or not this is your specific concern, the methods of identifying the emotions you're seeking, then breaking down your routine and attaching some new habits, can work for many self-sabotaging behaviors. Tune in and try out what you learn! Full Show Notes + Transcript NEW!! Habits Course Presale Podcast Sponsor Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Habits shouldn't be "shoulds," they should be supportive. And yes, I see the irony in that statement, but I think you'll agree! How many times have you set out to create a new habit based on a should, like one of these? I should weigh this much... I should be this type of mom... I should wake up earlier... I should be a reader... How many times have those habits failed? Your habits should support you as your most authentic self. In this short episode I'm sharing how times and seasons have changed my habits, and why that's been okay as I've allowed my habits to be supportive and not forced. Full Show Notes NEW!! Habits Course Presale Podcast Sponsor Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before you think this is just another flowery conversation on authenticity that seems too far out of reach for you, listen up. First you need to understand what it means to be authentic, and you're going to want this for yourself: being authentic means you get to stop hiding who you are from other people. With that gift, you can then cultivate meaningful relationships with those around you, and more importantly with yourself. Amber is a mom of 4 working on her PhD in marriage and family, who loves to share about authenticity and intimacy. She breaks down the biggest barriers to finding your authentic self and the simple ways to work towards breaking them down. Tune in to explore how living up to impossible standards, comparison, and body objectification are hindering your growth, and what you can gain from being authentically you. Full Show Notes + Transcript NEW!! Habits Course Presale Podcast Sponsor Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Something that I'm constantly working on is leaving behind the all-or-nothing mindset that used to cause me to spiral into the vicious cycle of perfectionism. I now like to reflect where I'm at with my own progress in a mindful way, without assigning any negative, or even overly positive, emotion to it. An audit is where you objectively take a look at the facts, and let that inform what to do next. In this episode I'm giving you some very simple steps to perform your own 'progress audit' and there is even an acronym so you can do this any time you need a personal check-in. Full Show Notes NEW!! Habits Course Presale Podcast Sponsor Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You know I never shy away from sharing the imperfect parts of progress, so in today's episode I'm being totally transparent about my own recent habit fails. There are two new things I've been wanting to start doing, so I set a small goal and was determined to implement these habits. Then time went by and I never even got started...tell me I'm not alone?? I call these situations dangling habits, because they are not attached to anything that you're already doing. In this episode I explain more about how to anchor your habits in 3 steps. I'll even provide prompts so you can start to work on constructing a new habit while you listen. Together we'll practice consistency and find success with our newfound habits. Full Show Notes NEW!! Habits Course Presale Podcast Sponsor Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don't forget about the big, huge, bonsues you can't get right now with my latest course!! Introducing a new monthly series on the podcast where I update you on my real life, the messy middle of a woman striving for growth and remembering that progress is better than perfection. In this short episode you'll get a look into my recent life: the ups and downs, a habit check-in, my Do Something List, and things I love. Tune in, see what resonates, and let me know how you're doing, too! After so many years of being fearful of this place, I now embrace the messy middle of progress and hope to show you that it's okay if you're here as well. Full Show Notes NEW!! Habits Course Presale Podcast Sponsor Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I remember growing up, spring cleaning was a major all-hands-on-deck production. Now as THE adult in charge, I get so overwhelmed by alllllll that spring cleaning should entail. Is that just me? I didn’t think so. That’s why I invited Carly Adams on the podcast, a professional organizer who believes in progress over perfection at Tidy Home Revival on Instagram. Today, Carly will teach you how to narrow in on what YOUR needs are for spring cleaning and offer up simple solutions to help you create a plan that will help you get clean without becoming mean. The Better Homes and Gardens article mentioned in the episode. Full Show Notes + Transcript NEW!! Habits Course Presale Podcast Sponsor Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tune in to one of our most popular episodes, where Progressors (just like you!) call in to share what they'e learned or how they've personally grown over the past few months and weeks. P.S. If you're looking for the usual life update from me, that's coming next Thursday! But I do share in this episode one major thing that I have learned recently, and truthfully, continue to work on and learn. Full Show Notes Podcast Sponsor Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No matter what your career is, or season of life that you are in, you likely know what burnout feels like. In this coaching call, I navigate how to deal with burnout, including feeling all of the emotions involved and choosing a path that is fully in alignment with your unique values. Sharon is a Progressor, just like you, and a special needs educator for over 25 years. She finds herself burned out in the classroom, feeling the mental and emotional stress from teaching through a pandemic and not feeling very fulfilled. While you listen to this coaching call, you can consider what might be your own question, and then use the steps we take to breakdown your particular issue. Your takeaways will include physical, emotional, and mental tools to combat burnout. Full Show Notes Podcast Sponsor Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How does a busy mom go back to law school? In this interview with one of our progressors, Katy Bastow, you'll hear from a real mom who did just that! She shares how long she thought about doing this, what propelled her to finally move forward, and what it's really like to be juggling motherhood and law school student life. Enjoy the first episode in this new monthly series, "How do you..." and let me know on Instagram what you think! Full Show Notes Podcast Sponsor Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you noticed a friend or loved one sharing more about a new ADHD diagnosis? Or maybe it's you, putting a new name to long standing struggles. Ceri Payne is a breath of fresh air with her approach to the mindset around ADHD and how women can actually thrive within their diagnosis. Using her special education background, and current coaching certifications, as well as firsthand experience with family members with ADHD, Ceri is on a mission to empower you and the women you know. First, she is clear, you are the same person as you've always been, just with a new awareness and the capability to learn new tools to support yourself. Then, she expounds upon the importance of strengths and weaknesses, habits and routines, and the emotions surrounding all of it. And if you don't have ADHD, or know someone who does, don't count yourself out of this one! The lessons she shares can benefit each of us in our own growth journeys towards living full lives. Full Show Notes Podcast Sponsor Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before you give up on yourself yet again, I want to dispel a very popular lie. Growth, change, and achievement, are possible, but they will not come overnight. Even Muhammad Ali said, "It took me 19 years to become an overnight success." If that was true for him, then we are in good company. Tune in to this super short episode for some hard truths, a little pep talk, and the simple phrase that can help you reframe. You can become who you want to become if you set yourself up for longterm success and celebrate small wins that build, and build. Full Show Notes Podcast Sponsor Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of my happy places is a nice, warm shower. I enjoy it so much that I hate to ever step out, can you relate? But since I can't live my life from there...or the couch, or my cozy bed...I've had to master the art of creating momentum. In this episode I give you a very simple physics lesson, not to confuse you but to help you realize that the reasons you're feeling stuck are literally science! Our goal is to create the tiniest bit of momentum that will truly carry us through our tasks and days in ways that fulfill us and don't deplete us. But what if you already know this about momentum, and you likely do, but still find yourself stuck at certain points of your day and your life? I have five very straightforward tips to create just enough energy in the moments you need it most. Rest assured you do not need to use every one, every time. Take only what you need from these tips, and see how they really apply to me from cleaning, to work emails, to exercise and, of course, showering, as well as a Progressor call-in that we can all relate to. Full Show Notes + Transcript Podcast Sponsor Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I am no stranger to tough decisions, many I have shared here on the podcast and others I have kept private. In this episode I'm opening up about experiences in my life when I have felt so torn about making a decision. I learned something early on, however, that has really helped. And despite knowing this truth, that sometimes there is no right answer, I still grapple with decision-making often. So if you're like me, what are we to do? There are two questions I want you to ask yourself, to help steer your decision-making in the best direction for you. In this very short episode I will guide you through those questions with my own experiences and helpful tips for you. Let's work together to find fulfillment in making tough choices and feel good about those choices by keeping your identity a top priority. Full Show Notes Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Does your to-do list make you feel burned out? Part of the problem comes from our hustle culture that glorifies people who “have it all” by doing it all. But, in reality, we can’t have–or do–it all, all the time. How can we avoid this burnout when we have so much to do? Greg McKeown has studied and written extensively on this subject. The answer: essentialism. Essentialism is the practice of paring down your life to only the essential. (Ex: simplifying your priorities AND your to-do list.) But, what happens when even the most essential tasks of life STILL overwhelm you? This was also the case for Greg. He discovered that although essentialism is THE start to living a more balanced life, there’s another step that follows: making what’s essential effortless. In this episode, Greg talks about how you (as a REAL woman) can implement his ideas. You’ll leave with two questions you can ask when you feel burned out: “Is this essential?” And, “How can I make what is essential effortless?” Plus, you’ll hear practical steps you can take to actually apply this in your life. If you want to avoid burnout AND have the ability to do what matters most without the hustle, you won’t want to miss this episode! Full Show Notes + Transcript Podcast Sponsor Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Introducing a new monthly series on the podcast where I update you on my real life, the messy middle of a woman striving for growth and remembering that progress is better than perfection. In this short episode you'll get a look into my recent life: the ups and downs, a habit check-in, my Do Something List, and things I love. Tune in, see what resonates, and let me know how you're doing, too! After so many years of being fearful of this place, I now embrace the messy middle of progress and hope to show you that it's okay if you're here as well. Full Show Notes + Transcript Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you ever procrastinate, know you’re not alone. All humans on earth procrastinate on some level. It’s sooo easy to get lost in “procrastination loops.” (Enter: scrolling endlessly on social media.) Procrastination doesn’t just prevent you from getting things done, like doing the dishes or cleaning the house. Procrastinating also prevents you from being the person you want to be. We even procrastinate our dreams, goals, and habits! How can we disrupt these procrastination loops and manage our procrastination tendencies? Today I’m sharing an interview I did with Rachel Nielson on her podcast 3 in 30: Takeaways For Moms. You’ll learn WHAT procrastination is and WHY it’s super easy to fall into endless loops of procrastination and three ways you can better control your procrastination tendencies. Full Show Notes + Transcript Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I have learned an unexpected amount over the past year as a coach, from my training and my students. The most recent surprise was abut using a mantra, something that I thought wouldn't come easily to me with my fast-paced brain. But, in reflecting on my life's experiences I can identify a steady mantra. In the past my mantra came about organically, and I clung to it. Now, I see the benefit of setting an intentional mantra to help reset your mind when you're facing behaviors that don't align with your values. Tune in as I use questions to guide you toward setting your own mantra to navigate the feelings and obstacles in your way. Let me know if this new tool helps you gain more control and feel more alignment in your life! Full Show Notes + Transcript Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you ever find yourself left with no time to work on yourself and habits because you’re managing your household? We’ve been told that “women can have it all,” but to have it all, we find ourselves doing it all . . . Research shows that regardless of whether women do paid-work in or out of the home, they manage the majority of household responsibilities. To top it all off, research shows that housework is hugely undervalued both by the world and by our family members. (That includes the ways we undervalue our own contributions, too.) This combo of too-little-time and too-little-value leads to discord and resentment. In this week’s episode, I invited Eve Rodsky to help us work through these issues so we can have more fairness in housework and improve relationships (+ more time!) Eve spent over a decade studying the imbalance in time/value spent on housework and created a life-changing solution she calls the Fair Play system that solves so many of these problems. In this episode, Eve teaches you how to restore fairness to the housework and how doing so will benefit every member of the family. (Teaser: fairness isn’t about dividing the household tasks and responsibilities 50/50.) It’s time to have more time, to feel more valued, and to improve your relationships, too. Listen in and learn how! Full Show Notes + Transcript Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Earlier this week I released an episode about the different types of self care, and answered some call-ins from members of the community who wanted help in that area. One, in particular, mentioned an obstacle that so many of us are facing, and it warranted its own short Growth Spurt episode today. What do you do when you have the time for taking care of yourself, but are turning to numbing behaviors instead of fulfilling ones? In the future I have an info-packed episode coming all about numbing behaviors, but today I want to just share what works for me, in the hopes you might be inspired for yourself. I hope you tune in for the steps I try to take when I find myself not using my precious time in ways that truly align with my values. Let me know if this is something that can work for you, too! Full Show Notes + Transcript Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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! Full Show Notes + Transcript Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(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.. Full Show Notes + Transcript Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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! Full Show Notes + Transcript Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Make sure you're subscribed to the Go-Getter Newsletter for exclusive insights and weekly Progress Pointers! 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. Full Show Notes + Transcript Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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! Strive Hive Full Show Notes + Transcript Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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! Strive Hive Full Show Notes + Transcript Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Full Show Notes + Transcript Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. HABITS CHALLENGE Full Show Notes + Transcript Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Episode references: 365. 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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! HABITS CHALLENGE Full Show Notes + Transcript Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

*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! HABITS CHALLENGE Full Show Notes + Transcript Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Year, New You, right? But, what if in the middle of all the goals and resolutions, you have no idea where to start to find “YOU?” Before I was ready to get back into list-making, 6 years ago I needed a path to explore who I was. The Do Something List (DSL) began as a way for me to discover and uncover “ME” outside of the all-or-nothing model. I haven’t seen anything like it talked about anywhere else. It changed me, and it can change you. Join me in this episode to hear my best tips AND listen to other Progressors who have benefitted from the DSL, too. This year, you can create a new kind of list: a list that will help YOU progress by doing something to discover and uncover “you.” (See my current list and past lists: 2021, 2020, 2019, 2016.) HABITS CHALLENGE Full Show Notes + Transcript Podcast Sponsor - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It feels extra special to bring you this final episode of 2021 filled with voices from this remarkable community of growth-minded women. Your voice always matter, in your home and communities, and here on this show. For many reasons this was a difficult year for me and my family, it almost seemed to blend with 2020. I'm sharing a little more about that, and of course what I learned from some of those tough lessons. (Spoiler: I almost quit this whole podcast gig!) My hope is that in listening to my story, as well as those of the women who so graciously called in, you will be able to learn something, too. So, tune in to hear from several women answering this prompt, "What I learned in 2021..." Thank you so, so much for being here and see you next year! Be On The Show Finding Me - my foundational course on identity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you ever feel like you’re NOT acting like yourself? This may happen on days where you’re tired, depleted, or unfulfilled. In those moments, you can’t truly give or be your true self because you don’t have a true self to give from! This episode dives into my personal journey of finding my identity. What happened changed my life. You’ll also hear three women from our community each share what changed after they found their identity again. You don’t have to feel lost or unfulfilled anymore. Put your SELF under the tree this year! Tune in to feel empowered and equipped to take steps to be your true SELF again! This will truly be the best gift you can give all year long. Full Show Notes + Transcript Podcast Sponsor - 'PROGRESS' for 10% off Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Founder of Monk Manual, Steve Lawson believes the best way to start the new year is to throw away the prescriptions and to focus more on getting intentional. How can you do that? Well, there’s actual practical ways to get clear about what YOU want and what YOU need. And Steve delivers just that. Steve's advice will leave you with what you can do TODAY to create the best year possible in 2022. You’ll go from feeling overwhelmed by another 365 days, to being empowered to take on a new year in ways that are in alignment. Listen in to hear how to use Steve’s tips for a great new year—a year that’s all about you! Full Show Notes + Transcript Podcast Sponsor - 'PROGRESS' for 10% off Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Right now, a Progressor named Kate feels STUCK because she needs to make a difficult decision that will affect her career, her family, and herself. This episode is a recorded coaching call as I guide Kate to get clarity on how she wants to move forward. Decisions are never easy to make! Listen to learn how YOU can get more clarity on some choices you have in front of you, and to hear my biggest truth about decision-making. (Hint: it’s not about the actual decision . . . ) Full Show Notes + Transcript Podcast Sponsor - 'PROGRESS' for 10% off Finding Me Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices