Ep 10 | The Courage to Start Over: Redefining Success and Living in Alignment

Send us Fan MailIn this inspiring episode of Bench to Bold, life coach Kristy Kuhl joins Marnie and Alisa to share her journey from chasing success to finding true alignment.She opens up about walking away from a six-figure corporate career, the courage it takes to start over, and how to build a life that feels as good as it looks.If you’ve ever felt stuck, burned out, or out of alignment with your goals — this conversation will give you the mindset shift you’ve been waiting for.Timestamps (Chapters)00:00 – Welcome to Bench to Bold01:00 – Christy’s journey from corporate success to burnout03:00 – The moment she realized she was out of alignment05:00 – Discovering personal fulfillment and self-awareness07:00 – How Christy became a life coach (and what she learned along the way)09:00 – The difference between a life coach, therapist, and motivational coach12:00 – High performers vs. comfort seekers14:00 – Why motivation fades — and what actually drives success16:00 – The power of consistency and discipline18:30 – Overcoming fear and the need for control22:00 – The “Let Them Theory” and learning to release control24:00 – What real leadership looks like (discipline, not perfection)26:00 – Creating alignment and self-awareness in daily life30:00 – How women can redefine success on their own terms34:00 – Christy’s bold move: returning to the stage36:00 – Building a life that feels right — not just looks right41:00 – Lessons from Christy’s parents about work, integrity, and legacy44:00 – What it really means to leave “nothing on the table”47:00 – The power of environment and surrounding yourself with the right people49:00 – Christy’s final message: courage, clarity, and choosing alignment54:00 – Where to find Christy Kuhl and connect