How to Escape the Timeline Trap

Are you living by your own timeline or following society’s checklist? In this episode of Quiet the Clock, Beth sits down with Les Alfred, host of She’s So Lucky podcast, for a deep (and fun) conversation about personal growth, life transitions and redefining success on your own terms Les shares her journey from the corporate grind to wellness and content creation. They get real about navigating life outside traditional milestones, making big career shifts, and trusting the timing of your own path. This episode is all about patience, self-awareness, and embracing YOUR journey—without the pressure. Tune in, take a breath, and let’s rewrite the rules together. We Also Talk About: Personal growth and self-discovery Societal expectations and pressures regarding life milestones Navigating life outside traditional timelines The impact of fertility and health on personal choices Redefining success and safety beyond societal norms The importance of gratitude for current achievements while desiring future changes The challenges of feeling "behind" in life and the significance of patience The role of community and support in personal journeys The romanticization of milestones like marriage and parenthood Embracing unique journeys and the value of intentionality in relationships Resources Subscribe on YouTube Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify Follow on Instagram Follow on TikTok Follow on Pinterest Therapy Support Website Affiliate Links Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com Bombas - Goods That Do Good - Use code QTC20 to receive 20% off your first order at shopbombas.com Kuli Kali - Pure Mooring Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com Little Words Project - Built On Kindness - Use code QTC to receive 15% off your first order at littlewordsproject.com Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com MomMed - Caring for Moms, Empowering Families - Shop all of MomMed’s products at mommed.pxf.io/QTC Reflect - Finding your calm just got simple - Code QTC15 at meetreflect.com/shop?ref=qtc15 to receive 15% off your first order Deweffect - Why the Deweffect? - Use code Quiet15 for 15% off at www.deweffect.com Bite - It’s Time To Brush Better - Use code QTC10 for 10% your first order at https://www.bitetoothpastebits.com/QTC10 CalmiGo - Achieve Calm in 3 Minutes - Use code QTC30 for $30 off your first device at calmigo.com. Blumene - Enhance, tighten, lift and rejuvenate at home - Use Code QTC for 35% off the Best Sellers Collection at https://blumene.com?sca_ref=7556235.ZiTyRI2G2S Lumebox - A Wellness Center in Your Living Room - Use code quiettheclockpod for $260 off per unit at https://www.lm4bxfgy5d.com/quiettheclockpod/