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We've all set wellness goals with high enthusiasm only to lose steam by week three. What if it didn't have to be this way? In this episode, I chat with Darian and Joey, personal trainers at Trainwell and hosts of the Trainwell Podcast, who have coached everyone from new moms to college athletes. They share insights on how to follow through on your wellness journey without burning out. We dive into the importance of mindset, creating sustainable habits, and finding joy in movement. Plus, we discuss the often overwhelming advice in the fitness world and how to simplify your approach. Whether you're a beginner or struggling to stay consistent, this episode is packed with practical tips and real-life stories to keep you motivated and on track.   Sign up for a free 14 day trial of Trainwell-https://monicadenais.com/trainwell   Watch the video version on youtube: https://youtu.be/BIPBN_wWDHw  

Have you ever wondered why making and maintaining friendships as an adult is so challenging? Join me in this episode as we dive into the complexities of adult friendships. We'll explore how to create and sustain meaningful connections, cope when they change or end, and hear invaluable insights from Blake, a psychodynamic therapist and friendship educator from Charlotte, North Carolina. From the impact of our upbringing and attachment styles to dealing with friendship breakups, we cover it all. Tune in to learn practical tips and reframe your mindset to navigate the world of adult friendships with confidence.   To connect with Blake Blankenbecler follow them on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/blakeblankenbecler   Watch the video version on youtube: https://youtu.be/Ig9oipp9fn4

I know it's February and I never uploaded this episode but I promise I wont forget to make the audio vesion of my youtube videos. So without furtherado here are my 2025 goals and reflection of 2024.    Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/qUxOoHoOfBo?si=bpqkj9-1Y6LwyINa

Today I am sharing a highly anticipated Q&A video with you. I'm answering all your questions about how I stay motivated and productive as a therapist and Youtuber. I'm also discussing goal setting, burnout, self-motivation, and consistency in your actions.

While we all know the holidays are supposed to be about connection and joy, it's not uncommon for many of us to feel immense pressure to buy so much stuff during the holiday season! Before you fall into the consumerism trap or the belief that you have to buy everyone gifts in order to showcase how much you love and care for that person, let's take a moment to pause first! What if we focus on what truly matters instead of overspending? My conversation with spending coach Paige Prichard is here and I know you are going to LOVE it as much as you loved our last conversation! Comment down below your biggest takeaway!   Watch the previous episode on impulsive shopping: https://youtu.be/x4uicmPwZTU?si=K_B30j-9tXA94DCF   // mentioned item/resources Connect with paige Instagram: @overcoming_overspending TikTok: @overcoming_overspending YouTube Channel The Money Love Podcast Free Masterclass: Why You Impulse Shop & How To Stop Work with Paige: Overcoming Overspending Membership     #holidayshopping #overspending #impulseshopping #consumerism #underconsumption #emotionalspending

In this episode of the Summer Reset Series, host Monica, a therapist and private practice owner, is joined by Danielle Hayden, CEO of Kickstart Accounting. Danielle shares her decade-long expertise in corporate and small business finance, focusing on empowering female entrepreneurs. Together, they dive deep into the essential financial numbers every business owner needs to know, how to leverage those numbers for strategic goal setting, and the importance of investing in healthy spending for increased profitability. They also discuss budgeting tactics, understanding financial metrics, and real-life client success stories to provide actionable insights for small business owners. Don't miss this in-depth conversation filled with practical advice and tools to help you conquer your business finances.   To connect with Danielle Hayden check out their website at https://kickstartaccountinginc.com/danielle-hayden/   Watch the video version on youtube: https://youtu.be/LAo6mWd9VKU 

For those of you who don't know, I am extremely passionate about personal finance. In this summer reset episode, I'm sharing my journey to financial freedom, highlighting the emotional ties to money and its impact on mental health. I provide steps for assessing your current financial situation, including determining your net income, tracking expenses, and managing debt. I also discuss my budgeting approach, using tools like RocketMoney, setting financial goals, and preparing for emergencies. Additionally, I offer tips on trimming expenses and maximizing income while encouraging you to ask yourself critical financial questions and journal your thoughts. This episode is all about setting realistic financial goals and finding tools that support you along the way.   Mentioned resources: Rocket Money- https://rocketmoney.com/friend   You can also watch this episode on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/LieIYaF3RZU

Welcome back to our Summer Reset Series! Have you been feeling a bit low lately? Or maybe it feels like you haven't been prioritizing your mental health. You are not alone! The midway point of a year can be such a reflective time! It's so important to pause and reassess not only your goals but how you are taking care of yourself. Many of us can find ourselves being a bit harder on ourselves for not accomplishing (or even starting) goals we set at the beginning of the year. Therefore, I'm sharing strategies on how to conduct a mental health check-in as well as how to ensure you are giving yourself the care you deserve.   // mentioned item/resources Journal recommendations - https://youtu.be/9zmMHXMJctg?si=NJ6HlNHZNGiqx967 More mental health specific content- https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9mqtFJHoXTJYDG-2eVTehKNB5Y0U0mev&si=MtoQJmygj3v6IkXR

Are you ready to align your lifestyle with the natural rhythm of your body? Have you wondered how understanding your hormonal cycle can be the key to enhance wellbeing? I'm chatting with Berrion Berry, a woman's health coach and fertility awareness educator. Berry teaches modern women how to regulate their hormones, enhance their moods, sync their cycles, and how to heal yourself. If you are looking to live a happy, healthy and wholesome life, this conversation is for you!   To connect with Berri, follow her on Instagram, TikTok or Youtube!   Watch the video version of this conversation on youtube here: https://youtu.be/1eeH8aIAFSk

Welcome to the Summer Reset Series! Let's reset and realign our new years goals together this summer. If you've strayed from your intentions, now's the perfect time for a goal-setting refresh. I'll share strategies to reflect on your progress, reassess your goals, and make adjustments. Plus, I'll discuss the importance of daily routines and the power of community and accountability.   Mentioned items/resources: Peacefully productive planner-https://monicadenais.com/ppj Copilot fitness free trial-https://go.mycopilot.com/pOdRujEXfGPP

Are you ready to learn how to heal from your emotional trauma? In this episode, we're diving into the world of EMDR therapy. I'm chatting with licensed therapist Ciara Helm, who specializes in trauma and grief recovery using EMDR. She has helped countless individuals find healing and build resilience, and today she is going to answer all of our questions! Share this podcast with a friend or someone interested in learning more about this therapy practice!   To connect with Ciara follow them on Instagram or check out their website at https://www.hopefulheartcounseling.com/ You can watch the video version of this episode on youtube: https://youtu.be/kN00tJF5NsU

Why do some people experience panic attacks, an intense episode of anxiety, and others don't? I sat down with licensed mental health counselor and anxiety treatment specialist Justine Carino to get to the bottom of this. We're diving into everything you need to know about anxiety disorders, panic attacks, understanding triggers, and giving some tools, techniques and strategies to help you better cope with them. If this podcast episode helped provide some tangible tips, I'd love if you'd consider leaving a review! I'd love to hear your takeaways!   To connect with Justine follow them on Instagram or check out their website at https://www.carinocounseling.com/ Watch the video version on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQy7EoAQ8nY

This episode is brought to you by Riverside.Visit https://creators.riverside.fm/CafewithMonica and use code CafewithMonica for 15% off your subscription and try Riverside today! Do you feel like you're drowning in tasks and responsibilities? When you're overwhelmed, does it feel debilitating and paralyzing? Lastly, does it feel like when you're being productive, you're really only forcing yourself to do more!? You are not alone! In today's episode, I am giving you life changing tips on how to stop feeling overwhelmed and how to be your most productive self. Hit "play" if you're ready to learn some basic strategies that will revolutionize the way you show up daily! Watch the youtube video: https://youtu.be/NKyQ7_Qh90Q   // mentioned item/resources Goblin Tools- https://goblin.tools/ Eisenhower matrix- https://asana.com/resources/eisenhower-matrix Freedom App-https://freedom.to/   Time stamps: 00:00 What is overwhelm? 00:47 Strategy 1 04:21 Strategy 2 06:00 Strategy 3 10:32 Strategy 4 13:02 Strategy 5 16:16 Subscriber Feedback 1 25:16 Subscriber Feedback 2 31:47 Subscriber Feedback 3

This episode is brought to you by Riverside.Visit https://creators.riverside.fm/CafewithMonica and use code CafewithMonica for 15% off your subscription and try Riverside today!   Are you ready to take charge of your life? In this episode, we are going to tackle how to hold yourself accountable, how to stop holding yourself back, and how to stick to your own personal boundaries. If you've ever had a goal or desire that you've wanted to achieve but you just CAN'T stop self-sabotaging or holding yourself back from reaching said goal, this message is for you! I'll also be sharing some real life examples from my subscribers! Tune in, and let's break this cycle together! Watch video episode on youtube: https://youtu.be/dy4aY2TkdLE

This episode is brought to you by Riverside.Visit https://creators.riverside.fm/CafewithMonica and use code CafewithMonica for 15% off your subscription and try Riverside today! Do you find yourself constantly battling self doubt and perfectionism? In today's episode we are diving into what triggers perfectionism, the three types of perfectionism, as well as the evidence based skills and focus areas for each type. Plus, I'm conducting some on-the-spot coaching and therapist recommended practices for viewers who wrote in before filming. I've been a therapist for six years and have helped many driven women deal with their perfectionist tendencies. I hope this episode helps YOU! Watch the video version on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o59Ial95XPs

Winter is no joke! If you're someone who struggles to sustain habits, have no desire to see other people, or simply feel more down and sad during the cold months, this episodeis for you! Don't let seasonal depression get the best of you. I'm sharing 18 practical tips that will help you get through the cold weather and shorter days.    Watch the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/pRkzdDFmUPQ   // mentioned item/resources ❄️ Winter Blues Survival Kit- https://amzn.to/3t5WOdS 🎵 Cozy Winter Playlist- https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9mqtFJHoXTJtxSvAIZI1iSDujdVZEY71&si=qrXqtUXZkUy5bxif 🥤 Non Alcohol Drink Hiyo- https://drinkhiyo.com/ 📓 Journals Mentioned- The Five Minute Journal- https://monicadenais.com/gratitude 🎥 Journals for Mental Health video: https://youtu.be/UZ1SDoey4gk 🎥 How to set goals- https://youtu.be/N3WyTCGfz_0 🎥 How to find a therapist- https://youtu.be/tsziaMj9SHY

Anyone else prioritizing their mental health in the new year? 🙋‍♀️ I've been a therapist for 6 years now and along the way I've learned a ton about healthy habits and routines! This video will help you create habits that actually STICK. If you're ready to show up, be consistent and make 2024 the best year ever, hit the play button above. P.S. While watching this video, I encourage you to pick ONE (not 10, one!) habit that has been on your mind for awhile and that you realistically can start at the beginning of this new year. Let's dive into these principles and techniques!

If you're new here, my name is Monica and I've been a therapist for 6 years! Through my work experience, I've directly seen why certain clients don't reach their goals and have helped them revaluate the way they approach goal setting. In today's episode, we're uncovering the biggest problem I see made time and time again. Plus, I'll be walking through the best goal setting strategies and breaking down real goal examples from youtube subscribers.    Time Stamps 00:00 How to set goals for the 2024 00:57 Best goal setting technique 07:23 Productivity Goal Example 11: 20 Mental Health Goal Example 14:13 Changing Careers Goal Example 18:17 School Goal Example   Resources:  Watch this to reset for the new year: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RXrWHjJkqbE&t=290s The Ultimate Guide for Goal Setting: https://cafewithmonica.myflodesk.com/goals

If you've ever fallen victim to purchasing a "must-have" item while mindlessly scrolling through social media (those shopping hauls always get me!), this episode is for you! We're diving into impulse buying, emotional spending, and the powerful influence of social media on our purchasing decisions with Spending Coach Paige Pritchard! She's sharing her expertise on how to break free from the grip of impulsive shopping and regain control over your finances. Let's take a deep dive into the world of social media-fueled purchases and embark on a journey to financial freedom. Ready?   To connect with Paige, follow her on Instagram, Tik Tok, Youtube, or listen to The Money Love Podcast! Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube HERE.

Jess Massey is the host of The Hustle Sanely Podcast, a planner creator, and the founder of the community-centered productivity brand Hustle Sanely®. In this episode, we talk about strategies for how busy women can release overwhelm and prioritize their mental health while pursuing their goals! Plus Jess is a wife and new mom so we discuss how to she balances relationships while also running her business. It's important for busy women to prioritize tasks and create a schedule that honors their energy! This episode dives into all of that and more!   To connect with Jess follow them on Instagram @jessmmassey or check out their website at hustlesanely.com   Watch the video version on youtube: https://youtu.be/NVDt-7-7vPg

Whether you are a Latina therapist, an aspiring therapist, or simply want to feel inspired by listening to two Latina therapists (who have done the work), this conversation is for you! In Part 2 of my conversation with Deyanira Cavazos, we are diving into challenges and obstacles we've faced as Latina therapists, advice for our grad school girlies, and how we navigate entrepreneurship as we run our solo therapy private practices.   To connect with Deyanira follow them on Youtube or check out their website at https://www.cozementalhealthservices.com. Watch the video version on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-wRknDA3L8

Since May is Mental Health Awareness month, I'm bringing another fellow Latina therapist, Deyanira Cavazos, on the podcast! We chat about what it was like growing up in a Latina household, and how that shaped our values, mental health and how we take care of ourselves today. Deyanira, a therapist, content creator and YouTuber located in Texas, also shares how she got into entrepreneurship and setbacks she's encountered along the way. Pour yourself a cup of coffee and get comfortable because we're getting raw and real today! Let me know your favorite takeaway in the comments below!  

If you've ever visited my YouTube channel, you know my monthly reset videos are some of my most popular uploads. My guest on the podcast today was the inspiration behind these videos for me as she is the Queen of monthly reset videos. Carter Sullivan is a 25-year-old content creator and corporate gal from Ottawa, Canada. When she's not creating content focused on life in her 20s, finance, and setting goals, she's working her full time job in the healthcare system. I was so excited to sit down with one of my all time favorite Youtubers and ask Carter all the questions!  To watch the episode on youtube: https://youtu.be/XVxJVkTPa3w

Kameron Monet is an attorney, content creator, and YouTuber, who showcases her life as a non-traditional lawyer through her content and divulges all the behind the scenes details. I had the opportunity to sit down and chat with Kameron about her passions, how she prioritizes self-care, building a life she loves, and all the nitty gritty legal details of what it takes to be an influencer/content creator. If your goal in 2023 is to get into content creation or influencing, this episode is for you! After listening in on our conversation, you will have peace of mind in handling the in's and out's of business.   Head on over to youtube for the video version: https://youtu.be/8dyhbiI9kQs

In today's episode, Elizabeth and I talk about the early stages of starting a business, and we don't hold back! We discuss what it's really like and share our own experiences, as well as some tips and advice for anyone who's thinking about starting their own business.   We also discuss some of the challenges and obstacles we faced along the way, and share some of the lessons we learned. We chat about what we wish we had known before we started our business, and how we've tackled uncertainty and life challenges while running our business.   If you're interested in starting your own business, or if you're just curious about what it takes, then tune in to this episode to learn more. Thanks for listening, and don't forget to like and follow for more episodes like this one!   If you'd like to watch the video version here's the link: https://youtu.be/u0o7vSaFivk   Connect with Elizabeth on IG: @elizabethmccravy or her website: https://cafewithmonica--elizabethmccravy.thrivecart.com/affiliates/, you get 10% off if you shop any of her template using code MONCAD10  

Today I'm sharing a handful of reasons why entrepreneurs should go to therapy! Whether you need help with setting boundaries, you're battling perfectionism or procrastination, or you simply need tools to help you delegate or hand off specific tasks, this episode is for you! Let's be real, you started a business to make money and help others, but there may be certain things that can be standing in your way. I'm breaking down how to combat these issues and how therapy can help! If you're ready to enter a safe space to reconnect with your true, authentic self, press "play."  Check out the youtube channel: https://youtu.be/3_3YtBWo_v4

I am celebrating 3 years of podcasting and can't wait to share my journey in this bonus episode and what's next for me. I can't express how grateful I am for your support throughout these 3 years and can't wait to continue delivering you content you love. In this episode, I share my podcasting journey and fears I had to recently overcome. So grab your coffee or drink of choice and let's just talk about it. Resources Mentioned:  Subscribe to the youtube channel here

Have you ever felt the nudge to compare yourself to someone else's life? As an entrepreneur, they don't tell you the part where comparison likes to creep in at a moment's notice. Comparison is the process of constantly evaluating our own behavior, thoughts, emotions, relationships, businesses, house, clothes, looks, and lives to each other. It's one of the most damaging internal narratives we can have. With comparing comes fear of failure, fear of not being or doing enough and it can be so debilitating sometimes.  So if you ever got caught in the comparison trap I hear you, I've been there, and so has my guest. I'm so thrilled to share Tess's story and insights into her own comparison experiences, how it affected her as a photographer, and what steps she took to create a shift.  Enjoy this chat amongst friends and tell me have you ever compared yourself to someone. About the Guest:  Tess is a documentation photographer based in Austin, Texas. . She graduated from Ut with a degree in Journalism and Cultural Anthropology. Tess knew she wanted to share diverse stories through photography and so then pursued her venture as a documentarian photographer in 2014. Tess is passionate about documenting the important moments in life from weddings, to just a typical day in life.    Guest Contact: Follow Tess Rolli on Instagram, check out her website here. Resources Mentioned:  Book: Atlas of the Heart by Brene Brown

Do you struggle with ADHD? Did you know there's so many misconceptions people have about what ADHD is like and even less information about how it affects women entrepreneurs? That's why I decided to bring business coach Jessi Romero, to share her unique challenges as a female entrepreneur with ADHD. We chat about stigma in the Latinx community and cultural impact. Jessi also shares some tangible tips to help you overcome challenges and embrace your wonderful brilliant ADHD brain.  About the Guest:  Jessi Romero is the founder of the ADHD Entrepreneur. Jessi created a community of over 35,000 women to support them as they navigate ADHD while running their businesses. Jessi teaches ADHD entrepreneurs how to run a business the ADHD-friendly way that works for their brain and doesn't lead them to burn out Guest Contact: Follow Jessi Romero on Instagram, check out her membership here. Resources Mentioned:  Join the ADHD Female Entrepreneurs Facebook Community  Listen to the ADHD Owned Podcast 

Have you ever experienced that little voice inside your head that tells you're not good enough, you're not smart enough, or confident enough and you wish you could just shut that shit down!!!!!  Well, today's guest confidence coach Misty Nobegra shares her 3 step process on how to recognize what's holding you back, how to move towards self-confidence, and how to become an unstoppable human. This is an episode we can all relate to. We deserve to be the best versions of ourselves and it starts with becoming self-aware of what holds us back.   Grab your coffee and let's talk about it.  About the Guest:  Misty Nobrega, founder, and CEO of Misty Nobrega Coaching is a Confidence Coach who helps powerful women build the unshakable confidence they need to become unstoppable.   Misty founded MNC on a belief that women CAN and SHOULD be masters of their own destiny - though they rarely feel like they are. Misty has worked with dozens of women in both her 1:1 Life Coaching Model and her flagship group program The Confidence Project, to touch on key issues that make you feel weighed down, insecure, and victimized by your circumstances. This work is designed to help women release the opinions of themselves and others so they can step into the power that's already within. Misty also uses her knowledge and experience as a Certified Integrative Nutritionist to help women get right with their bodies once and for all. MNC's ability to look at the WHOLE picture provides a potent space for transformation unlike any other. Guest Contact: Follow Misty Nobrega on Instagram, check out her website here.

Everyone tells us that entrepreneurship can be a lonely journey, but no one knows the vulnerable truth of how loneliness in entrepreneurship feels even when you are surrounded by friends and family who love you. We're afraid to let people know the reality of what's going on because we don't want to undermine our own efforts or look like we don't have it all together.  This mindset can lead us to feeling burned out and disconnected. That's why in today's episode I chat with Jessica Sanchez, a Dallas business owner, about loneliness, how we can combat it, and vulnerable truths no one talks about.  Get ready to feel heard, understood and inspired.    About the Guest:  Jessica Sanchez, a USAF Veteran, mom, creative, entrepreneur, and founder of the ColorPOP Print Studio. Jessica knows firsthand how hard it is to start a business or learn a new trade without having the proper resources due to a lack of self-funding or knowledge.  Jessica is now educating other business owners on how to start their own printing business and utilize e-commerce as a selling tool.  Guest Contact: Follow Jessica Sanchez on Instagram, check out her website here.

Do you think she just woke up one morning and said, "I'll think I'll go to law school (I mean be an entrepreneur) today"….😎    Okay⏸  tell me you know the scene I'm talking about because just like Elle Woods this is literally how some of us chose to become entrepreneurs.    Most entrepreneurs will tell you that starting a business is something they always felt destined to do. But a surprising number of 'accidental' entrepreneurs, people who never in a million years thought they'd be running their own business, suddenly found themselves self-employed and that's exactly what my guest today did.    I'm so excited to share in today's episode my brilliant virtual assistant Kaylie Ricks and how she accidentally stumbled upon entrepreneurship in the midst of a panorama 🙃 . Kaylie and I talk about our fears being our own bosses and challenges we faced during our first year of full-time entrepreneurship.    Join us with a cup of coffee ☕️ and share with me in the comments:  Are you an accidental entrepreneur?  About the Guest:  Kaylie Ricks is a virtual assistant and business owner. She supports ambitious women by giving them time back to embrace their CEO roles. Kaylie is a world traveler, coffee addict, and your biggest hype girl.  Guest Contact: Follow Kaylie Ricks on Instagram, check out her website here. Resources Mentioned:  Travel Resources: Skyscanner Rakuten Priceline

Curious to know what it's like to work alongside your partner in business. In today's episode, I bring branding/boudoir photographer Joelle Elizabeth & entrepreneur/business coach Lyndon to talk all about their transition into working together. They share their story, struggles along the way, tips on how they keep a happy marriage, and how they work on their mental health through self-care. About the Guests:  Jo & Lyndon are a husband & wife team and the duo behind Jo & Co — a place for creative entrepreneurs to be supported through photography & education. When they're not working, you can find them reading a book or en route to their next destination. Guest Contact: Follow Joelle & Lyndon on Instagram, watch their journey on Youtube, and check out their website here.    

It's a New Year and you're ready to hit all your goals and make some serious changes, but oh here comes the self-sabotage train to fit up. Been there done that girl, and I know you deserve better whether you want to admit to yourself something has to change. Self-sabotage is when we actively or passively take actions to prevent ourselves from reaching our goals. These behaviors can affect nearly every aspect of your life that's why for today's episode I share what self-sabotaging is,  signs/behaviors to be on the lookout, and five actions steps to take to stop self-sabotaging in order to reach your desires and goals.  Are you ready to be loveling called out? Resources Mentioned:  Book A Consult For Mental Health Coaching

Have you ever struggled with figuring out what you should be doing and constantly are listening to the world's message of who you should be? Here's the thing you are uniquely designed, you have innate gifts and traits that help you live your dream life effortlessly. That's why I brought Human Design Expert Erin Claire, who is a projector by the way to share her words of wisdom on Human Design. Erin shares all about Human Design, self-care tips for each design type, and how you can use these insights to reach your full potential.   About the Guest:  Erin Claire Jones uses Human Design to help thousands of individuals and companies step into their work and their lives as their truest selves and to their highest potential. Her work as a guide, coach, and speaker has attracted a growing community of over 100,000 people who turn to her teachings for practical tools, digestible tips, and deeper self-knowledge they can access to live with greater ease and authenticity every single day. With work featured in Forbes, Mindbodygreen, Well&Good, and Nylon; words shared on over 100 podcasts such as Almost30, That's So Retrograde, Highest Self, and Chatty Broads; and conversations with crowds of hundreds around the world, Erin's insights are highly sought-after because they make Human Design pragmatic, tangible, accessible — and immediately applicable to everyday life.   Guest Contact: Follow Erin Claire on Instagram, check out her website here. Resources Mentioned:  Grab Your Human Design Blueprint: a personalized guide to their unique design: erinclairejones.com/blueprint Use Code: CAFEWITHMONICA for 10% off Look Up Your Design Here   Grab Your Ticket to Boundaries Like A Boss Here 

Have you ever stopped to wonder what scripts from others have you adopted that are not serving you? If you'd reflect back on moments in your life will you realize that many of the actions you took (or didn't), choices you made (or didn't), and priorities you set (or didn't) happened by default; guided by the expectations of society and others, and not by your own inner compass. According to cognitive psychology, each of us has a life script or schema - whether we are aware of it or not. A life script is another way of describing the meaning we attribute to the events that happen to us.  In this episode, I'm joined by coach Hayden Humphrey to discuss how exploring the patterns in your life and breaking the scripts that no longer serve you can help you create the positive changes you need. Hayden and I talk about a common life script we had to break and that is need to please. So grab your coffee and hop on over to take a listen. About the Guest:  Hayden Humphrey is a multi-passionate success coach, mental health advocate, entrepreneur, YouTuber, and founder of WearLife. Hayden's mission is to help people create their own lives by challenging them to break up with the scripts that hold them back.  Guest Contact: Follow Hayden on Instagram, check out his website here.

Do you struggle with time management? Did you know your time management can be a protective factor against burnout? As entrepreneurs, we get to decide when and how we show up in our business, but the shift from employee to entrepreneur can be hard if we don't learn how to manage our time. We know we have to set our own limits and boundaries when it comes to prioritizing things in our business. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Amanda Chay a naturopathic physician, and time&business strategist for high achieving entrepreneurs to help us understand the role time management has on burnout and how we can use it to prevent it or avoid it altogether. About the Guest: Dr. Amanda Chay is a Naturopathic Physician and time + business strategist for high-achieving entrepreneurs. Dr. Amanda Chay runs a busy clinic, online hormone education platform, and stress support supplement company. Through her work, she has seen the devastating effects of chronic stress & overwhelm have on our business, health, and happiness. After 4+ years of being a doctor and CEO, 8+ years of post-secondary education, and 10 years in the service industry, Amanda is on a mission to  help entrepreneurs streamline their services & pricing, get their time back, and maximize efficiency Guest Contact: Follow Dr.Amanda Chay on Instagram

Have you ever wondered why some days you feel on top of the world and others days you feel like complete shit? Well, it may have to do with your menstrual cycle. Throughout your menstrual cycle, your hormones shift, causing you to feel and act differently depending on the time of the month. In this episode, I am joined with Leah  Brueggemann, a hormone coach, and Certified Functional Diagnostic Nutritional Practitioner, and chat all about tracking your cycle and how to adapt your diet, exercise routine, and workflow based on the different phases of your cycle. More about the guest: Leah is a Certified Functional Diagnostic Nutritional Practitioner & Hormone Coach, who specializes in balancing hormones naturally.  Leah has helped so many women achieve painless periods, stable moods, and finally feel like themselves again. Guest Contact: Follow Leah on Instagram or Tik Tok or check out her website here.

Networking is changing not only are many more of us working from home but professional and industry events of all sizes were canceled or shifted to online formats. With this shift, it may have you question how do I stand out from the crowd how do I build authentic relationships with people. In this episode, I am joined with Ana Laura a career and leadership coach who specializes in helping ambitious BIPOC women transition and elevate their careers. We chat about all things networking, how COVID-19 has created a shift to more online events, and do's & don'ts you should know before networking.  More about the guest: Ana Laura is a Career & Leadership Coach and a Talent & Culture Partner for an organization in Texas. She currently lives in San Antonio with her husband and daughter. You can find her working on working with clients, selection design, engagement, equity and inclusion work, talent management, and being a super momma and wife. Guest Contact: Follow Ana Laura on Instagram, check out her website here. Resources Mentioned: Download Powerful Action Verbs To Stand Out here

Do you struggle with self-care? Yes! Don't worry many people do. Self-care is a general term that describes everything you do deliberately for your mental, physical, and emotional well-being. As simple as it sounds, many of us pay little attention to self-care. This is why 'deliberately' is one of the most important words in the definition. You need to be conscious of your well-being before you can achieve true self-care. It starts from the simple acts like not checking emails at night when you know it affects your sleep and extends to more important decisions like going for a vacation or booking a massage when you feel you need one. Self-care encourages you to maintain a healthy relationship with yourself so that you can transmit good feelings to others. In this episode, I am joined with Alicia Walton founder of She Matters, a self-care box curated specifically for women to prioritize self-care. We chat about her story and why she was forced to prioritize self-care, the impact it has made, and how she turned her passion into purpose.  More about the guest: Alicia Walton is a recent MBA Grad, huge self-care advocate,  a wife, mom of two, and founder of She Matters a ꜱᴇʟꜰ ᴄᴀʀᴇ ʙᴏx subscription, for women to prioritize self-care.  Guest Contact: Follow Alicia on Instagram, check out her website here. Resources Mentioned:  Grab your self-care box today here

Has clutter and mess created more stress and anxiety in your life? To the brain, clutter represents unfinished business and this lack of completeness can be highly stressful for some people. Did you know there are ways to take back control of your life and it starts with your environment? In this episode, I'm joined by Lisa Tselebidis, a professional organizer and KonMari Certified consultant and we chat all about the mental health benefits of tidying and how it can shift our mindset. More about the guest: Lisa Tselebidis, a professional organizer and KonMari Certified consultant. She helps women go from overwhelmed and stressed out to organized and thriving by guiding them through a systematic decluttering process, setting up organizational systems, and implementing new habits. Lisa truly believes that having a home in which you are only surrounded by items you love can be life-changing in many ways Guest Contact: Follow Lisa on Instagram, check out her website here. Resources Mentioned: Lisa' KonMari Category Checklist

How many of you have been personally victimized by your own brain?  Like seriously we work so hard to build our business only to have self-doubt creep in to make us question everything!  If you've been there or you are there this episode is for you. In this solo episode, I share 8  tips for acknowledging, eliminating self-doubt, and directing your entrepreneurial energy toward more productive ways of thinking because the trust I know where you're coming from and it's not easy. Are you in Texas and want support on overcoming self-doubt, schedule a free consultation here.

Anyone else feels like the first half of the year kicked your ass? Or is it just me 😅   As entrepreneurs, we all follow our own paths.    For some of us, the rise to success can be a long, slow, painful process.    For others, things just seem to magically fall into place.   I believe that the latter isn't a result of magic, however, but is a sure sign of an entrepreneur who understands the importance of learning from, adapting to, and growing with their business.   I took the time this week to reflect on the lessons I've learned after 8 months of taking on my therapy practice full-time and working on my podcast coaching business @wellnesspodcasters.   In this episode, I share the lessons every entrepreneur must learn in order to build a long-term, healthy and sustainable business through the lens of my own experiences.    Resources Mentioned:   Fearless Chase Retreat Hannah Nieves ( My Biz Coach) Download: The 7 Steps To Starting Your Podcast 

This week's episode is one of our past guests Susie Robb. If you have not listened to her first episode you need to. It's episode 41 where we talk about turning pain into purpose and now we get to hear about how Susie was able to successfully run an online business during Covid-19 and how she regained back momentum to focus on herself.  I love episodes like this where I can get to catch up and see our past guests grow and scale their business. If you need tangible tips on how to set your business up for success and how to regain your power & establish healthy habits then this episode is for you.    Guest Contact: Follow Susie on  Instagram, check out her website here.

"You choose your future with your actions each day" -Jame Clear  You need to let go of your busy badge of honor: it's not serving you and it's taking away your time and energy, instead, move your mindset to create long-lasting habits and rituals that are life-giving and create a sense of peace and purpose for your day.  In this episode, Lupe & I chat about creating healthy daily rituals that will not only keep you on track but also promote a healthy lifestyle.  Lupe gives us insights on how she creates her daily rituals as a business owner. She shares tangible tips to help you get started in creating those healthy daily rituals, steering you in the right direction.   More about the guest: Lupe Prado, a Career & Life Coach who helps clients get clarity and take action towards finding work they LOVE. Lupe comes from a corporate background in public accounting in the oil & gas industry. She has received her Master of Science in Leadership & Organization Development & Coaching. Lupe is also the host of Paid Vocation, a podcast geared toward sharing insightful information about different careers   Guest Contact: Follow Lupe  on Instagram, check out her website here.

How's your relationship with money?  Do you find yourself overspending?  Trying to start a budget but having no financial boundaries?  This episode is meant for you! Today's guest is debt-free money coach Ayana. Ayana shares her insights in how to make your relationship with money better, how to quit overspending, how to bring up conversation about money, the challenges to become debt free, and understanding toxic emotional spending cycles. This episode is jam packed with tangible tools to start healing your relationship with money and set healthier money habits.  More about the guest: Ayana Campbell Smith is a debt-free money coach with a passion for helping millennial women and couples get unstuck and become financially empowered so they can ditch debt, save more, and win with money! In August 2019, she launched Millennial Money Guide. Through her email newsletter, Instagram, blog, and money coaching programs, Ayana shares practical tips and money advice to help young adults navigate the sometimes intimidating and often misunderstood world of personal finance.   Guest Contact: Follow Ayana  on Instagram, check out her blog here.  

Where are my Enneagram 8 business Owners At? 👀 Hey Girl 🙋🏻‍♀️, Do you find yourself wanting to control everything around you? Do you struggle with being vulnerable and open?  If the answer is yes!    Then this episode is meant for you. In this episode, the amazing Olivia M Gonzalez, a brand guidelines expert, and I chat about her own journey as an Enneagram 8 in business. Olivia shares valuable insights in her growth and how she stepped into vulnerability.   One of my favorite quotes from this episode is when Oliva said," Stop approaching life with closed fists instead approach life with open hands, welcome support".   If that's any indication of how the episode is you have to listen. We also talk about how to open up about your brand story which ultimately leads to being vulnerable and sharing a piece of you, you may not be ready for and that's okay we lean in with courage.   More about the guest: Olivia has over 20 years of corporate industry experience and has spent 10 years writing corporate brand communication and messages for huge global brands which included helping them craft brand guidelines, build their brand voice and develop consistent brand messaging both internal and external. Olivia now uses her super ninja skills to help entrepreneurs unleash their purpose-driven brands through her brand consultant agency OMG Brand Story. Follow Olivia on Instagram  @theoliviamgonzalez. Guest Contact: Follow Olivia on Instagram, check out her website here.

68. The Healing Power of Telling Your Story with Jose Lugo  Telling your story can be the most powerful medicine on earth.  I'm serious scientifically you turn off the body's stress responses and flip off toxic stress hormones. Each of us has a constantly unfolding narrative, a hero in a novel no one else can write. And yet so many of us leave our stories untold when this happens, we wind up feeling lonely, like no one is dealing with what we are dealing with, out of touch with our life's purpose, and feeling like something is out of alignment.  Today's guest Jose Lugo shows an example of the healing power of telling your story and the power of vulnerability. This episode is a special one for me because I resonated with Jose's story because many of the men I grew up with had similar stories that were left untold. I am excited to hold space for Jose today as he shares the struggles he faced with addiction, family conflict, and finding purpose.  This episode is for all the men out there whose stories were never told; may we change the narrative on men's mental health.   More about the guest: Jose Lugo is an ex-LA gang member who has found the value in his own story. He currently travels the U.S. listening to and sharing people's stories as the founder of We Are All One Story. Jose is finishing his memoir, Love, Faith and Violence: A True Song and Story, set to release this year.   Guest Contact: Follow We Are One Story on Instagram, check out their website here.

What separates successful business owners from all the others it's clearly one key thing – an entrepreneur mindset.  No matter what the problem small business owners face, in crisis or under regular circumstances, their mindset has a huge impact on the outcome.  In this week's episode, I chat with Molly Ho an amazing digital product expert to discuss all things mindset and entrepreneurship. Molly Ho shares her experiences from working a minimum wage job to going into business for herself. She gives tangible tools to overcome mindset blocks and build confidence to grow and scale your business with digital products. More about the guest: Molly Ho is an Asian-American entrepreneur who helps aspiring and new entrepreneurs with their mindset, marketing, and money, so they can create their dream life and business. She has created an amazing community of over  17,000 Instagram followers, has sold over 1,000 design templates, and helped hundreds of entrepreneurs with her marketing courses; myself included. She is also the founder of Keep Getting Paid, a one-stop-shop for all your business and marketing needs.    Guest Contact: Follow Molly Ho on Instagram, check out her website here.  

Has there ever been a time where you didn't feel confident in your life? You trusted those around you, but yourself not so much.   Self-confidence is understanding that you trust your judgment and abilities and that you value yourself and feel worthy, regardless of any imperfections or of what others may believe about you.    In this episode, I am so excited to be joined by Danielle Hawthorne, an entertainment journalist, confidence coach, and host of the Confidence Collective podcast. She has worked alongside some of the biggest names and studios in Hollywood. Danielle built the career of her dreams traveling the globe interviewing some of the biggest actors and directors. And now she is on a mission to help women build confidence and achieve their goals and dare to create a life they love. Danielle gives us insights into her confidence journey.    So grab your coffee because today we are choosing confidence!   Guest Contact: Follow Danielle  on Instagram, check out her website here.