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Thriving by Nature
by Bethany Stone
Thriving by Nature is a podcast for people who are growing, leading, and carrying a lot, and want to do it without burnout. Hosted by Bethany Stone, a mindset and life skills coach with a Montessori-informed approach, this show explores emotional awareness, self-care as a skill, and sustainable personal growth through real life stories and practical insights.Website: https://www.thrivingbynature.comDrop-In Group Coaching: https://www.thrivingbynature.com/special-offer
Episodes
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The Self Care Revolution: Why Self Care Is a Leadership Skill
If you're a business owner or leader who keeps pushing but still feels like you're running on empty, this episode is for you. Burnout isn't a time problem. It's a life skills problem. In this episode I walk through the five areas of self care most leaders overlook, and how neglecting them quietly...
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The Life Skill Nobody Taught You: How Leaders Actually Communicate
Most of us were taught grammar, manners, and to raise our hand before speaking. Very few of us were taught how to listen so someone feels safe, or how to say the hard thing without shutting down or blowing up. In this episode I share why communication is a life skill, not a personality trait, and...
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When Life Feels Heavy but You Still Show Up
This episode is different. It isn't polished or structured. It's real. Life can feel heavy and beautiful at the same time. In this episode I share what it looks like to hold both, grief and hope, pressure and purpose, and how to keep showing up when your heart feels full and tired all at once. If...
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Is Your Soil Prepared?
You cannot expect a seed to grow in soil that has not been prepared, and neither can you. In this episode, I share what 20 years as a Montessori educator taught me about the power of a prepared environment, plus the research behind why your space shapes your choices, your stress, and your health...
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Coming Home to Yourself: What Happens When You Stop Living for Everyone Else’s Approval
Have you ever felt lost even when life looks good on the outside? In this episode, we talk about what happens when you spend your life chasing approval instead of living in alignment with who you actually are. I share the story of a woman who built her entire sense of worth on gold stars and...
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What the Elderly Still Teach Us: A Reflection on Ageism and Connection
Bethany explores ageism, multi-generational living, and the powerful wisdom that comes from staying connected to our elders. Through personal stories from her classroom and family life, she reflects on how intergenerational relationships foster compassion, emotional well-being, and a deeper sense...
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THE BODY KEEPS THE SCORE What Overextension Is Costing You
In this episode of Thriving by Nature, I’m sharing a personal story about what happened when I pushed my body too far through a season of weddings, travel, business, dance, fitness, family, and nonstop responsibility. This episode is about physical self-care, but not in the fluffy way. We are...
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Staying the Course When Progress Is Quiet
Staying the course is easy to talk about and hard to live.If you are an entrepreneur, business owner, or leader who feels discouraged because progress feels slow or invisible, this episode is for you.In this podcast episode, we talk about what it actually takes to stay the course without burning...
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Affirmations podcast
What you say to yourself matters more than you think.In today’s episode of Thriving by Nature, I’m diving into affirmations, not the fluffy, surface level kind, but the kind that actually shift perspective and rewire how you see yourself and your life.I share a personal story about perspective…
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Staying the Course When Progress Feels Slow
Staying the course sounds inspiring until you are in the middle of it. In this episode, we talk about what it really looks like to keep going when progress feels slow, results are quiet, and quitting feels tempting. This is for the entrepreneurs, leaders, and high achievers who are doing the work...
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What the Elderly Still Teach Us_ A Reflection on Ageism and Connection
In this episode of Thriving by Nature, Bethany reflects on ageism, multi-generational living, and the deep wisdom that comes from staying connected across generations. Fresh off a presentation at the Utah Montessori Conference, Bethany shares personal stories from her classroom, her family, and…
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The Montessori Lesson Adults Forgot
What if the reason children struggle to focus, regulate, and engage is the same reason adults do? In this episode, I unpack a Montessori lesson many of us forgot, that the adult is part of the prepared environment. From nervous systems and sensory input to screens, dopamine, and modern overwhelm,...
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When You’re Doing Everything Right and Still Feel Stuck
Feeling stuck even though you are working hard and doing all the right things?In this episode, I talk about why effort does not always equal visible progress and how feeling stuck is often a signal that something deeper is shifting. We discuss stress, clarity, nervous system regulation, and the...
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Setting Goals That Are Achievable, Sustainable, and Aligned
As the new year approaches, many people feel pressure to set big goals, yet struggle to follow through. In this episode, I talk about how to set goals in a way that actually works with real life, not against it.I share two personal stories, training for a half marathon using small manageable…
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When Life Gets Heavy and You Have To Pause
When life gets heavy you feel it everywhere. You feel it in your thoughts, your choices, your pace, and even in the way you breathe. In this episode I talk about what it really means to pause when everything in you wants to push through. I share stories, honest truth, and the reminder that…
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Letting Go of Control and Letting People Grow
In today’s episode, I talk about the quiet struggle so many of us face, the desire to hold everything together and make sure life turns out the way we think it should. I share why this urge to control usually comes from a place of love and fear, and how it ends up creating stress, anxiety, and...
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Consistency is key
In this episode I talk about the real lesson behind the story of the tortoise and the hare and why consistency matters more than speed in every area of our lives. I share how slow, steady effort creates long term success, how small daily actions build confidence, and why staying grounded in your...
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The Power of a Grateful Heart
When life feels heavy, gratitude brings us back to center. In this episode of Thriving by Nature, I share a deeply personal story about my son — and the simple question that forever changed how I see the world: “If you only had four hours of energy, what would you do?” That moment taught me that...
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The Courage to Outgrow People | Learning to Let Go Without Guilt
There comes a time in every growth journey when you realize not everyone is meant to go where you’re going. In this heartfelt episode of Thriving by Nature, Master Mindset & Life Skills Coach Bethany Stone explores the powerful and emotional process of outgrowing people you care about — and how…
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Finish what you start
Ever start something with excitement only to lose momentum halfway through? In this episode of Thriving by Nature, Master Mindset & Life Skills Coach Bethany Stone dives into the psychology of finishing what you start and why follow-through is one of the most underrated forms of self-care.Bethany...
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Habit Stacking
Small habits create big change. In this episode of Thriving by Nature, Bethany Stone shares how habit stacking can help you transform your routines without feeling overwhelmed. Learn how to link new positive habits to ones you already do every day, making self-care and personal growth simple,...
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The Lesson of the Lollipop — A Chapter on Perspective
Today, I’m sharing a special excerpt from my chapter on perspective, featured in The Change Book Series #23. In this episode, I reflect on a simple, yet powerful lesson — the story of a lollipop — and how shifting your perspective can transform your challenges into opportunities and open your…
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Have Hope
The Power of Hope — Illuminating Your Path In this episode, I share a deeply personal story about my son’s health struggles and how hope became the guiding light through one of the most challenging times of my life. Hope isn’t just a fleeting feeling—it’s a powerful force that can help us…
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The power of self-awareness
In this episode, we explore the incredible power of self-awareness and how understanding your emotions, strengths, and core values can transform your decision-making and accelerate your personal growth. Learn practical tips to develop greater emotional intelligence, recognize your triggers, and...
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Gratitude and the Cycles of Happiness
In this episode of Thriving by nature, we explore how cultivating gratitude can set off a powerful ripple effect, transforming our minds and lives. Discover the difference between vicious cycles of negativity and virtuous cycles of positivity, and learn practical ways to break free from the…
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Kindness
Welcome to the Thriving By nature podcast your go-to destination for uplifting stories and insightful discussions on the transformative power of kindness. Hosted by Bethany Stone, this episode uncovers inspiring fairy tails and scientific research on the benefits of being kind, as well explores…
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Believing in yourself
In this empowering episode of "Thriving by Nature," host Bethany Stone, a master mindset and life skills coach, delves into the essential theme of believing in yourself. Discover how self-belief can transform your life and propel you toward your dreams. Join Bethany as she shares inspiring…
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Goal Driven
Welcome to Thriving by nature, the go-to podcast for mastering goal setting and personal achievement! Join host Bethany Stone, a master mindset and life skills coach, as we explore effective strategies to turn your dreams into reality. Each episode dives deep into SMART goals, visualization...
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Uncomfortable Growth
"Uncomfortable Growth" is a thought-provoking podcast dedicated to exploring the transformative power of discomfort in our lives. Join host [Your Name] as we delve into inspiring stories, expert insights, and practical tips to help you embrace the challenges that lead to personal and professional...
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The Joy Journey: Cultivating Happiness in Everyday Life
In this episode of "The Joy Journey," we delve into the science and art of joy. Join us as we explore what joy truly means, the psychological and physiological effects it has on our well-being, and how we can cultivate joy in our everyday lives. We’ll discuss insightful studies, share inspiring...
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Mastering Time: Strategies for a Balanced Life
In this episode, join Bethany Stone, a Master Mindset and Life Skills Coach, as we delve into effective time management strategies that empower you to take charge of your life. Discover practical tips to prioritize your tasks, create a balanced schedule, and cultivate a growth mindset. Plus, hear...
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Meditation
What are the benefits of meditation and what are different ways we can meditate.
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Do we have to Journal?
We will discuss different methods of "journaling" and what might work for you.
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Why we need patience and how to gain it.
We all have learned patience in our lives and we need to continue to learn patience. We will discuss different strategies to gain more patience and be inspired to keep the patience we have.
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Intro to Patience
How would you describe patience? Lets learn together how to gain this great attribute.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Thriving by Nature is a podcast for people who are growing, leading, and carrying a lot, and want to do it without burnout. Hosted by Bethany Stone, a mindset and life skills coach with a Montessori-informed approach, this show explores emotional awareness, self-care as a skill, and sustainable personal growth through real life stories and practical insights.Website: https://www.thrivingbynature.comDrop-In Group Coaching: https://www.thrivingbynature.com/special-offer
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Thriving by Nature is a podcast for people who are growing, leading, and carrying a lot, and want to do it without burnout. Hosted by Bethany Stone, a mindset and life skills coach with a Montessori-informed approach, this show explores emotional awareness, self-care as a skill, and sustainable...
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