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When someone called me “creepy” for promoting a workshop, it hit harder than I expected. In this episode, I break down why criticism sticks, how emotional fitness is not soft... and why it might be the smartest thing you ever train.

You’ll learn:

• Why one troll can throw you off, even when 15 people cheer you on
• Three simple tools to reset your mindset
• Why emotional fitness is operational efficiency
• How to start trusting yourself again (even if it feels weird at first)

“Away with the world’s opinion of you—it’s always unsettled and divided.” (Seneca)

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Most high performers aren’t burnt out because of the work.
They’re burnt out because of the stories they’re telling themselves about who they need to be.

In this episode, I share the real conversation that inspired this theme... the executive who told me his inner dialogue feels like a horror movie. We dig into:

• Why your thoughts aren’t facts, and how to stop being directed by mental noise
• The real cost of waiting to fix what you know isn’t working
• How multitasking is draining your depth (and what to do instead)
• 3 journaling prompts to help you get honest, clear, and present again

If you feel like you're living in "always-on" mode but losing yourself in the process, this one's for you.

🎧 Listen in.
✍️ Journal a little.
📩 And if you’re ready to talk, apply for a coaching conversation with me.

🧠What kind of movie is playing in your mind right now?
Text me. Let me know. No judgment. Just curiosity.

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Lonely Work, Holy Work (Finding Courage When No One's Watching)

This one’s about the messy, wobbly middle.

That quiet, uncertain season where you’re building something... and it feels like no one’s clapping, checking in, or watching.

But what if this lonely work is the holy work?

In this episode:

• A real conversation with a leader who said the quiet part out loud: “I’m lonely.”
• Why this middle part matters (especially for fathers, sons, and creatives)
• A tiny, powerful tool you can use today: The Friend List
• And a reminder that how you show up here is how you show up everywhere else

Want clarity, encouragement, or support? I offer a free 1:1 session to help you find your next move. Apply here

Grab the Free Meditation Here - Three minutes envisioning your best self.

That’s it. No fluff. Just Fierce Encouragement.

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In this episode, we smash the myth that coaching is just for people who are “broken,” and dive headfirst into the global loneliness epidemic. Discover why self-compassion is an absolute superpower. Plus a simple, 3-step framework (Notice → Name → Nurture) to ease anxiety, anger, or jealousy. We also end with a journaling prompt and micro-connection challenge you can try today.

Highlights

• Coaching Myth-Bust: Why coaching isn’t an ER for the shattered. It’s performance gear for the committed.
• Loneliness Stats: Gallup found 23% of people felt lonely “a lot of yesterday,” and loneliness can raise the risk of premature death by up to 29%.
• Self-Compassion Tool: A 2-minute “Notice → Name → Nurture” practice to ease negative emotions, inspired by Dr. Kristin Neff and Paul Gilbert.
• Personal Insight: My own struggles this week with skipped workouts and Girl Scout cookies... progress, not perfection!
• Action Step: A quick journaling prompt and a micro-connection challenge to transform lonely moments into opportunities for growth.

Listen & Connect

• Free Strategy Session: Ready to move from awareness into action? Apply here for a free strategy call.
• Tag & Share: Post your micro-connection experience with #FierceEncouragement.
• Stay in Touch: Follow me on YouTube or visit my website for more insights and resources.

You’re not broken... you’re becoming. Enjoy the episode and remember to stay fierce in your self-compassion and commitment to growth. Be well.

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Ever avoided the very thing that would help you feel better, think clearer, or move forward?

In this episode, I unpack why we resist the good stuff...like connection, rest, or solid support...and how awareness can change everything. I’ll share a Buddhist take on taming the monkey mind and a simple journaling tool you can use today.

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Let’s keep showing up—fiercely, honestly, fully.

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Ever told yourself, “I need to be responsible,” and used that as a reason not to invest in yourself?

Yeah, me too.

In this episode, we unpack what real responsibility looks like - and spoiler alert: it’s not about guilt or perfection. It’s about honesty. Momentum. And having the courage to show up for the work, and the art, you’d regret leaving undone.

You’ll hear thoughts on:

• Why momentum beats motivation
• My favorite Morning/Evening bookend practice
• The #1 regret of the dying (and how to avoid it)
• What jazz, James Clear, and Bob Proctor all have in common!
• A couple journaling prompts to get you back in rhythm

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Let’s make sure you don’t leave your most meaningful work left undone.

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"If you think education is expensive, try ignorance." – Derek Bok

Most people hesitate to invest in coaching because they’re afraid of wasting money. But what if the real waste is staying stuck?

In this episode, I break down:
✔ Why “coaching is too expensive” is often just a story we tell ourselves.
✔ The hidden cost of waiting, hesitating, and overthinking.
✔ How to actually measure whether coaching is worth it.
✔ A simple mindset exercise to help you decide if you’re ready to take action.

Your future self is already waiting. The only question is—will you show up?

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If you’re tired of waiting for change to magically happen, let’s talk.

Book a free 20-minute chat with me: Calendy Link

Because staying stuck isn’t free. And if coaching really is a waste of money…prove it.

PS. Grab your complimentary Future You guided tool here! (no signup, totally free.)

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Ever catch yourself avoiding hard conversations, ghosting someone, or putting off that one decision you know you need to make? You’re not alone—and today, we’re breaking it down.

In this episode, I explore:
⚡️ Why we avoid and what it really costs us (time, money, confidence)
⚡️ A simple "Act As If" tool from Maxwell Maltz's Psycho-Cybernetics to start showing up now
⚡️ A quick mindfulness reset to calm your nervous system before you act

If you're tired of hiding from life, this one’s for you.

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