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Your Next Best Move
by Deanna Hope
Your Next Best Move is here to help you have the Motivation, Optimism, Vision, and Energy so that you can keep taking your next best move time after time. We're all about giving you tangible tools, tips, and stories so you can experience more joy, fulfillment, and alignment in your life and career.
Episodes
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196/What if Play isn't a Waste of Time?
What if play isn’t a distraction from the life you’re trying to create, but actually part of creating it? This summer, I had a bit of a mindset shift around play. I was seeing play as boring, unproductive, or something I needed to do for my kids rather than something I genuinely wanted to do for...
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195/How to Change Your Thoughts (Without Just Thinking Positive)
Have you ever tried to change your thoughts by simply replacing them with more positive ones... only to find yourself stuck in the same patterns? In this episode of Your Next Best Move, I'm sharing a simple story about a broken shower that unexpectedly became one of the best metaphors I've heard...
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195/Are You Making Decisions From Pressure or Peace?
Is this decision coming from pressure... or from my true self? This is the question I've been asking myself lately that is changing the way I make decisions. In this episode of Your Next Best Move, I'm sharing a powerful insight from a recent therapy session that completely shifted how I'm…
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193/Maybe You're More Successful Than You Think
Lately, I've been thinking a lot about success. Not the version of success that social media tells us to chase. Not the version I measured myself against five years ago. But the version that actually fits the season I'm in right now. In this episode of Your Next Best Move, I'm sharing how I've…
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192/Why Moms Need More Silence: Overcoming Overwhelm & Reconnecting With Yourself
We live in a world where it’s so easy to fill every quiet moment. Podcasts. Music. Scrolling. Constant input. But lately, I’ve been thinking about what happens when we actually create space for silence, even for just a few minutes. In this short episode of Your Next Best Move, I’m talking about…
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191/The First 4 Weeks Postpartum: Slowing Down, Letting Go & Finding Joy Again
I’m officially four weeks postpartum, and this season has already stretched, humbled, and taught me so much. In this episode of Your Next Best Move, I’m sharing an honest reflection on what the first month with two kids has really looked like — from recovering physically after birth, to…
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190/Becoming UNSTOPPABLE, during a WAITING season
What do you do when the one thing you really want… just isn’t happening? In this episode of Your Next Best Move, I’m talking about what it looks like to shift your focus during a waiting season — whether you’re hoping for a baby, a promotion, a move, a career change, or any big life transition…
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189/The Truth About Becoming the Next Version of You
Pre-Order Mothertelling - Kindle Edition! There’s a version of you you keep picturing… the one who feels confident, clear, grounded, and fully herself. But if you’re honest, part of you is still waiting to feel ready before you step into her. In this episode - recorded in the early weeks of...
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188/To the Burnt Out Mom (Real Talk On What Actually Helped Me Heal)
If you’re a working mom feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, and running on empty… this episode is for you. In today’s pep talk, I’m sharing my personal experience with burnout: the kind I didn’t even see coming. After juggling work, motherhood, and trying to grow our family, everything came to a halt...
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187/Your PEP TALK to finally START that thing!
Are you constantly overthinking, over-preparing, and still not starting? In this episode of Your Next Best Move, we’re talking about the “training trap”: the cycle of taking more courses, reading more books, and collecting more certifications… while still not feeling ready to take action. If you...
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186/How to Stay Calm and Make Decisions When Everything Feels Overwhelming
The past few weeks have felt like a lot! At 38 weeks pregnant, we found ourselves navigating a broken vehicle, a washing machine that couldn’t be repaired, a sick toddler, me being sick — and a big financial decision, all at once. And while it would have been easy to spiral, this season actually...
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185/How GOOD Could It Be? You Don’t Get Extra Credit for Worrying Early
Lately, I’ve been catching my brain living in the future. When I’m writing, I’m worrying about publishing. When I think about this pregnancy, my mind jumps ahead to labor. When I’m building something, I brace for what could go wrong.And none of that is required of me today. In this episode of…
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184/The Mindset Shift That Helps You Finally Change a Habit
In this episode of Your Next Best Move, we’re talking about self-leadership, personal responsibility, and the power of drawing a line in the sand. I’m sharing a simple but powerful shift that helped me change a habit in my own life not through motivation, but through decision. We’ll talk about…
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183/Spark Your MOTIVATION - Without Forcing It
If you’re struggling with motivation in motherhood, you are not alone — and it’s probably not a discipline problem. In this episode of Your Next Best Move, I’m sharing what’s actually helped me rebuild motivation lately and it might surprise you. I didn’t push harder. I didn’t stack more habits.…
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182/Let Yourself FEEL IT (And Then Decide What’s Next)
There are moments in motherhood that catch you off guard. This week, I found myself missing my son more than I expected while he was away and instead of brushing it off or trying to stay positive, I let myself feel it. In this episode of Your Next Best Move, I’m talking about what it really means...
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181/Eliminating Mom Guilt When You Need a Break
Do you feel mom guilt when you need a break — whether it’s sending your child to daycare, leaning on grandparents, or simply taking time for yourself? In this episode of Your Next Best Move, we’re talking about mom guilt, and the pressure to feel like you have to be everything to your child. I’m...
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180/Zooming Out: Gratitude, Growth & the Long View of Life
Turning 34 felt like an invitation to pause and zoom out — not just to think about the year ahead, but about the entire lifetime ahead. In this episode of Your Next Best Move, I’m sharing a reflection on lifetime thinking : the practice of releasing the pressure to have everything figured out…
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179/Simple Decision-Making Tool to Guide Your Year
**Mothertelling tickets are on sale now! Buy tickets to the Mothertelling Event on May 2! Choosing a Word of the Year has been one of the simplest and most impactful personal growth practices in my life. In this episode of Your Next Best Move, I’m sharing why I choose a Word of the Year and how...
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178/One Year Later: Reflections on Burnout, Loss, and Coming Back to Myself
It’s been about a year since I experienced burnout and walked through the loss of a miscarriage. This episode is a quiet reflection on what burnout recovery and healing have actually looked like over the past year. In this episode of Your Next Best Move, I’m sharing honestly about my journey...
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177/Getting in the Room: Why Live Events and Real Connection Shape Your Next Best Move
In a world that’s increasingly digital, I keep coming back to this idea: there is still something incredibly powerful about getting in the room. In this episode of Your Next Best Move, I’m sharing why showing up to events, conversations, and in-person gatherings has been one of the biggest...
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176/Building Habits That Actually Work in Motherhood
In this episode of Your Next Best Move, I’m sharing an honest look at habit-building in motherhood, especially during pregnancy and seasons where energy, time, and consistency feel limited. After becoming a mom, I had to let go of high-performance routines and learn how to create habits that...
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175/Before We Turn the Page: A 2025 Reflection
As 2025 comes to a close, I’m taking a moment to pause and reflect — not on what I did, but how I moved this year. In this episode of Your Next Best Move, I share the lessons I learned about slowing down, trusting myself, and holding space for both grief and growth. After experiencing loss and...
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174/Vision Casting for Working Moms: How to Find Clarity in the Messy Middle
In today’s episode, I’m sharing five simple principles to help you cast a clear vision for your life—even when you’re deep in the messy middle of motherhood, work, and everything in between. We’ll talk about how your future goals should guide your present decisions, how to shift your thoughts...
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173/Finding Joy This Holiday Season (Even If You’re Not Feeling Festive)
In this episode of Your Next Best Move, I’m sharing a real and honest conversation about finding joy during the holiday season — especially if winter feels long, heavy, or a little “blah.” With the snow piling up and the pressure to create magic for everyone around us, it’s easy to lose sight of...
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172/Real-Time Lessons From Slowing Down (AKA My Staycation and What It Taught Me)
In today’s episode, I’m sharing the real-time lessons that came from a week of slowing down — the kind of vacation I didn’t know I actually needed. This break gave me space to rest, reflect, and have some deep conversations that helped me see just how much last year’s burnout shaped the way I…
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171/Letting Go of the Perfect Birthday Party
Planning a child’s birthday party sounds simple… until you’re the one making every decision. In this episode of Your Next Best Move, I’m sharing the honest, behind-the-scenes reality of planning Eddie’s 3rd birthday — our first real “friends” party. From choosing food and decorations to stressing...
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170/The Power of Reframing
Sometimes it’s not about changing your circumstances — it’s about changing how you see them. In this episode of Your Next Best Move, I’m talking about the power of reframing our thoughts and how a small shift in perspective can make a big difference. I share three real-life examples from my own...
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169/Small Steps Toward Something New
Starting something new can feel exciting — and a little intimidating. In this episode of Your Next Best Move, I’m sharing what it’s been like to start writing my first book (yes, it’s called Your Next Best Move!) and what I’ve learned along the way about taking those first steps toward a new...
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168/It’s Fun to Have Fun!
As moms, it’s easy to get caught up in the routine of doing all the things — and forget that life is supposed to be fun, too. In this episode of Your Next Best Move, I’m talking about the importance of bringing joy and play back into our everyday lives. This week, I found small ways to have fun...
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167/The Duality of Motherhood: You Can Love It and Still Find It Hard
Motherhood is full of dualities — joy and exhaustion, love and frustration, excitement and fear. In this episode, I talk about what it means to hold both truths at once: to love being a mom and still admit that some parts just aren’t your favorite. I share how I’m navigating this season — from...
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166/The Power of Telling Your Story
Storytelling is one of the most powerful tools we have for connection and healing. In this episode of Your Next Best Move, I’m reflecting on three stories I’ve shared this year that have shaped me as a mom, woman, and storyteller — speaking on the Mothertelling mainstage, writing about my...
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165/This Wasn’t the Year I Planned — But Here’s What Is Working
This year hasn’t gone the way I thought it would. I’ve walked through a miscarriage, taken our house off the market, and found myself grieving plans that didn’t unfold. But even in the middle of all that, some things are working — I got a promotion, my marriage has grown stronger, and I’m…
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164/Navigating Life's In-Between Seasons
In this episode, I open up about navigating life's in-between seasons. Reflecting on my personal journey through loss and anticipation, I share insights on balancing ambition with patience. Discover how I embrace uncertainty, honor my dual desires, and make my next best move today. Whether you're...
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163/From Donuts to Digital: How Vanessa Cato Reinvented Her Career (More Than Once)
What do you do when life throws a curveball—and your business goes viral overnight? In this episode, I sit down with entrepreneur Vanessa Cato to explore her journey through multiple career pivots, from the baking world to running a thriving online business. Vanessa opens up about the whirlwind...
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162/Trust Yourself Again: Reconnect with Your Intuition and Inner Voice
Feeling pulled in every direction and unsure what decision to make next? In this episode, we dive into what it really means to trust yourself again. Whether you're navigating motherhood, career changes, or personal growth, your intuition is a powerful guide. I share personal stories and…
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161/Too Many Yeses, Not Enough You
Saying yes to everything might feel productive, but it often leads to burnout, overwhelm, and misalignment. In this episode, I explore the power of saying no, recognizing your capacity, and prioritizing what truly matters in your life. I’ll share my own experiences with burnout, the struggle of...
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160/The Pep Talk You Need When Life Gets Messy
We often think of personal growth as a straight path—set goals, take action, see results. But real growth? It’s anything but linear. In this episode, I’m sharing a personal story (spoiler: it involves a broken van window and a whole lot of unexpected stress) and diving into how we can navigate...
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159/From Overwhelmed to Empowered: Ingrid Smith on Parenting & Self-Care
Parenting is a beautiful journey—but it can also feel overwhelming, lonely, and filled with self-doubt. In this episode, I sit down with parenting coach and educator, Ingrid Smith to talk about the unspoken struggles of motherhood, from postpartum challenges to the weight of mom guilt. Ingrid...
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158/Embracing Change: How to Grow, Adapt & Find Joy in the Journey
Change is inevitable, but it doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. In this episode, I explore how to navigate life’s transitions with confidence by shifting your mindset, strengthening your identity, and building a supportive community. I’ll share key personal growth strategies, including how to set...
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157/Own Your Story: Confidence, Connection and Community with Courtney Hobbs
In this episode, I sit down with Courtney Hobbs, founder of Mothertelling, to talk about the power of storytelling for moms. She shares her journey from teacher to entrepreneur, how telling our stories helps us navigate motherhood identity shifts, and why community support for moms is everything....
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156/You Got You: Navigating Hard Seasons with Self-Compassion
Life’s hardest seasons can shake us, but they can also teach us how to trust ourselves more deeply. In this episode, I’m sharing my personal journey through loss, uncertainty, and the emotional toll of a miscarriage and caring for a sick child. I’ll talk about the power of self-compassion, why...
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155/Holding Space for Grief and Growth After Miscarriage
This episode is deeply personal, and my hope is that it brings some comfort to anyone walking a similar path. Just over a month ago, I experienced a miscarriage, and in this conversation, I open up about the grief, the unexpected layers of loss, and the healing journey that follows. If you’re a…
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154/Embracing Your Identity Beyond Motherhood with Crystal Shadwell
In this episode of Your Next Best Move, I sit down with Crystal Shadwell, an educator, speaker, and podcaster dedicated to helping women rediscover themselves beyond motherhood. As the co-host of the Team Crew podcast and co-founder of Something Beyond Mom, Crystal is passionate about creating...
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153/Light the Fire: Staying Aligned and Motivated After January
Most people let go of their goals by the end of January—but not you. 💥 In this episode, we’re reigniting that spark for the goals you set just a few weeks ago. If you’re feeling your motivation dip or questioning your plans, don’t worry—it’s not too late to get back on track. I’ll walk you...
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152/Breaking Free from All-or-Nothing Thinking in Wellness
Are you stuck in an all-or-nothing mindset when it comes to food and exercise? This week on Your Next Best Move, we’re ditching perfection and embracing progress. Whether you’re trying to fit in workouts between drop-offs or navigating healthy eating while managing a busy schedule, this episode…
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151/Building SELF-TRUST & Knowing when to REST and when to RISE
This week, I’m opening up about a personal story that reminded me of the importance of self-trust. When my son was in the hospital, I gave myself permission to let go—no workouts, no content creation, no work—and I felt okay about it. Why? Because I trust myself to get back up when the time is...
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150/Embracing Self-Compassion in a Busy World
Do you ever catch yourself feeling guilty for taking time to relax? In this episode, I share a personal story about how I spent an entire evening lost in a good book—and then woke up feeling bad about it. Sound familiar? Here’s the thing: we don’t have to be productive all the time.…
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149/Simplify Your Goals for 2025: Focus on What Matters Most
Feeling overwhelmed by all the goals you want to set for 2025? You’re not alone. As a working mom, it can be hard to balance the desire to grow in every area of life with the reality of limited time and energy. In this episode, I’m sharing a simple strategy: focus on one main priority for the…
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148/My Word of the Year for 2025
In this episode, I’m sharing the word I’ve chosen for this year and how it’s shaping the way I approach my goals, mindset, and actions. I’ll also encourage you to reflect on your own Word of the Year and ask an important question: What do you believe about the goals you’ve set? Are your beliefs...
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147/Ten things I'm CELEBRATING from 2024
Before jumping into the new year, let’s pause to celebrate how far you’ve come. In this episode, I’m sharing 10 personal accomplishments and lessons I’m celebrating from 2024—from navigating challenges as a working mom to achieving meaningful milestones. Take a moment to reflect on your own wins...
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Your Next Best Move is here to help you have the Motivation, Optimism, Vision, and Energy so that you can keep taking your next best move time after time. We're all about giving you tangible tools, tips, and stories so you can experience more joy, fulfillment, and alignment in your life and career.
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Deanna Hope
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