This Life of Ours

Episode 59: Unlock Your Emotional Orbit Overview In this episode of "This Life of Ours," Coach Emily B. delves into the concept of emotional orbit, exploring how our emotional habits shape our relationships, energy, and overall emotional atmosphere. She discusses how many people unintentionally choose and practice misery through emotional rehearsal, often without realizing it, and how this practice affects their emotional identity. The episode emphasizes the importance of recognizing the emotions we bring into our environments and how to create a more positive emotional home. Key Concepts • Emotional Orbit: The concept that our habitual emotional states influence our everyday experiences and relationships. • Emotional Rehearsal: The repeated practice of certain emotional responses that reinforce a negative identity. • Emotional Identity: How repeated emotional patterns become part of who we are perceived to be. • Reticular Activating System (RAS): A part of the brain that filters information and influences what we notice based on our focus. Actionable Insights 1. Self-Reflection: Ask yourself which emotions you consistently bring into a room and consider how you contribute to the emotional temperature. 2. Practice Gratitude: Shift your focus from frustration to gratitude, creativity, and connection to rewire your brain for positivity. 3. Emotional Contribution: Consider what energy you are contributing to your environment rather than only drawing energy from it. 4. Building Positive Connections: Foster connections over growth and possibilities rather than misery and complaints. Listener Challenge Reflect on the following questions: • What lights you up and energizes you? • What emotional state do you want to bring into your life and relationships? • How can you contribute positively to the emotional atmosphere around you? Connect With Us If today's episode resonated with you, please share it with a friend or leave a review to help others find this space. You can find full episode transcripts and learn more about our team of coaches at www.birchandstonecoaching.com. Until next time, stay rooted, stay resilient, and keep rising. This life of ours is worth showing up for.

Episode 58: When Hesitation Becomes a Habit Podcast: This Life is Ours Host: Coach Emily B. Episode Title: When Hesitation Becomes a Habit Release Date: 5/15/2026 Episode Overview In this empowering episode of This Life is Ours, Coach Emily B. dives into the topic of hesitation and the cost it can have on our lives. She challenges the common belief that one must feel ready or confident before taking action. Instead, she emphasizes the importance of movement and taking steps, even while feeling uncertain or uncomfortable. This episode is a call to stop waiting for the perfect moment and to start practicing willingness to act despite fear and doubt. Key Concepts The Illusion of Readiness: Many people believe they need to feel confident before making changes in their lives. Coach Emily B. debunks this myth, asserting that confidence is built through action, not the other way around. The Cost of Hesitation: Waiting for certainty often leads to a smaller life confined by fear of failure, judgment, and regret. Instead of waiting, we need to take action to experience growth and expansion. Breaking Out of Preparation Mode: Particularly for women, there is a tendency to live in a constant state of planning without execution. Coach Emily encourages listeners to recognize this pattern and challenge it. The Power of Small Steps: Change doesn't happen overnight. Coach Emily highlights the importance of taking small, repeatable actions that build courage and create lasting change. Reframing Fear: Instead of asking "What if I fail?" consider "What if I learn that I can survive being uncomfortable?" This shift in perspective can lead to growth and resilience. Actionable Insights Zoom Out: Imagine yourself a year from now, having stopped hesitating and started making decisions more swiftly. How different would your life look if you embraced action over fear? Practice Willingness: Instead of waiting to feel ready, practice being willing to take the next step. This could mean having a difficult conversation, setting boundaries, or simply allowing yourself to try something new. Stay Curious: Avoid jumping into commitments and stay open to exploration. Confidence is built through evidence, which comes from taking action, not from endless preparation. Listener Challenge This episode invites listeners to reflect on their own lives and identify areas where they might be hesitating. What small action can you take today to move closer to the life you want? Share your thoughts with a friend or on social media using the hashtag #ThisLifeIsOurs. Connect with Us If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might benefit from its message. Reviews and shares help others find our podcast and join this community of growth and empowerment. For full episode transcripts and to learn more about Coach Emily B. and the team, visit www.birchandstonecoaching.com. Stay rooted, stay resilient, and keep rising. This life of ours is worth showing up for.

In this episode, Emily explores the question that keeps so many of us stuck: What if I waste it? What sounds like responsible thinking is often rooted in fear and self-trust. She invites you to shift your focus from what you might lose to what you could gain, who you’re becoming, and how you’re willing to show up. Growth doesn’t come from waiting until you feel ready, it comes from engaging with your life. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout The Rooted Coach Certification by Birch & Stone Where compassionate humans become skilled coaches, learning to lead growth with presence, strength and grounded support. Now enrolling! https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/certification-program Join us for our September Wellness Retreat! https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist Thinking [email protected]://www.instagram.com/coach_emily_b https://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and emotionally [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz Master-trained Instinctive Meditation coach offering a gentle, thought-inclusive approach to meditation that works with your mind, emotions, and energy. [email protected] Emily Magenheim Dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach helping people feel better in their bodies through compassionate, science-rooted, sustainable support. [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheim https://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/ Beth Kruger Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with 20+ years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and midlife transitions. [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers Health & Wellness Life Coach, two-time cancer survivor, and leadership coach helping people rebuild, reset, and rise through life’s hardest seasons. [email protected] Courtney Clark Lifelong runner and coach helping people build resilience, trust their bodies, and move forward with confidence—one steady step at a time. [email protected] Patrick Decelles Coach and former psychotherapist with 15+ years of experience helping individuals and couples build emotional intelligence, clarity, and trust. [email protected]

After an in-person weekend with her community, Coach Emily B reflects on what it means to stay present when life feels messy, uncertain, and stretched. From navigating business growth to working through challenges in her marriage, this episode explores the power of staying in hard conversations instead of avoiding them. You don’t need everything to be figured out to keep showing up. Sometimes growth happens when you choose to stay. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout The Rooted Coach Certification by Birch & Stone Where compassionate humans become skilled coaches, learning to lead growth with presence, strength and grounded support. Now enrolling! https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/certification-program Join us for our September Wellness Retreat! https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist Thinking [email protected]://www.instagram.com/coach_emily_b https://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and emotionally [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz Master-trained Instinctive Meditation coach offering a gentle, thought-inclusive approach to meditation that works with your mind, emotions, and energy. [email protected] Emily Magenheim Dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach helping people feel better in their bodies through compassionate, science-rooted, sustainable support. [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheim https://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/ Beth Kruger Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with 20+ years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and midlife transitions. [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers Health & Wellness Life Coach, two-time cancer survivor, and leadership coach helping people rebuild, reset, and rise through life’s hardest seasons. [email protected] Courtney Clark Lifelong runner and coach helping people build resilience, trust their bodies, and move forward with confidence—one steady step at a time. [email protected] Patrick Decelles Coach and former psychotherapist with 15+ years of experience helping individuals and couples build emotional intelligence, clarity, and trust. [email protected]

In this final episode of the mini series, Coach Emily B explores what it looks like to follow through on your goals. From navigating resistance to building simple routines, this conversation is about taking action before you feel ready. Learn how connecting with your future self can shift your decisions and create real momentum, and how passion projects can support your growth along the way. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout The Rooted Coach Certification by Birch & Stone Where compassionate humans become skilled coaches, learning to lead growth with presence, strength and grounded support. Now enrolling! https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/certification-program Join us for our September Wellness Retreat! https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreatMeet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]://www.instagram.com/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/Tobey Mintz Master-trained Instinctive Meditation coach offering a gentle, thought-inclusive approach to meditation that works with your mind, emotions, and [email protected] Emily Magenheim Dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach helping people feel better in their bodies through compassionate, science-rooted, sustainable support. [email protected]://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheimhttps://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/ Beth Kruger Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with 20+ years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and midlife [email protected]://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers Health & Wellness Life Coach, two-time cancer survivor, and leadership coach helping people rebuild, reset, and rise through life’s hardest [email protected] Courtney Clark Lifelong runner and coach helping people build resilience, trust their bodies, and move forward with confidence—one steady step at a [email protected] Patrick Decelles Coach and former psychotherapist with 15+ years of experience helping individuals and couples build emotional intelligence, clarity, and [email protected]

This episode is part two of a three-part mini series featuring conversations from Coach Emily’s former podcast, Table for Two. In this episode, she talks about decisions and the ones people avoid making. She introduces the idea of “decision debt,” the decisions people put off that keep them feeling stuck and overwhelmed. When decisions are made on purpose, even small ones, momentum builds and personal power returns. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout The Rooted Coach Certification by Birch & Stone Where compassionate humans become skilled coaches, learning to lead growth with presence, strength and grounded support. Now enrolling! https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/certification-program Join us for our September Wellness Retreat! https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]://www.instagram.com/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz Master-trained Instinctive Meditation coach offering a gentle, thought-inclusive approach to meditation that works with your mind, emotions, and [email protected] Emily Magenheim Dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach helping people feel better in their bodies through compassionate, science-rooted, sustainable support. [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheim https://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/ Beth Kruger Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with 20+ years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and midlife transitions. For 1:1 coaching at Birch & Stone with Beth, email: [email protected]://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers Health & Wellness Life Coach, two-time cancer survivor, and leadership coach helping people rebuild, reset, and rise through life’s hardest [email protected] Courtney Clark Lifelong runner and coach helping people build resilience, trust their bodies, and move forward with confidence—one steady step at a [email protected] Patrick Decelles Coach and former psychotherapist with 15+ years of experience helping individuals and couples build emotional intelligence, clarity, and [email protected]

This week Coach Emily B is sharing the first episode in a short miniseries from her former podcast, Table for Two. In this episode, we talk about what Emily calls the miserable maybe, that place between desire and dreams where we get stuck in indecision, overthinking, and waiting. The truth is, most of the time we’re not actually stuck, we’re just undecided. This conversation is about powerful decisions, living your life now, and what happens when you decide your dream is inevitable and start moving toward it. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout The Rooted Coach Certification by Birch & Stone Where compassionate humans become skilled coaches, learning to lead growth with presence, strength and grounded support. Now enrolling! https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/certification-program Join us for our September Wellness Retreat! https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreatMeet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]://www.instagram.com/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz Master-trained Instinctive Meditation coach offering a gentle, thought-inclusive approach to meditation that works with your mind, emotions, and [email protected] Emily Magenheim Dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach helping people feel better in their bodies through compassionate, science-rooted, sustainable support. [email protected]://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheimhttps://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/ Beth Kruger Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with 20+ years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and midlife transitions. For 1:1 coaching at Birch & Stone with Beth, email: [email protected]://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers Health & Wellness Life Coach, two-time cancer survivor, and leadership coach helping people rebuild, reset, and rise through life’s hardest seasons. [email protected] Courtney Clark Lifelong runner and coach helping people build resilience, trust their bodies, and move forward with confidence—one steady step at a [email protected] Patrick Decelles Coach and former psychotherapist with 15+ years of experience helping individuals and couples build emotional intelligence, clarity, and [email protected]

Coach Emily B is joined by Birch & Stone member Roe Queens for a conversation about support, mindset, community, and living a life of purpose. Roe shares her story of leadership, service, and growth, reminding us that strength is not doing life alone, it’s knowing where your support is and letting yourself be supported. If you’ve been trying to do everything on your own, this episode is your reminder that you don’t have to. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout The Rooted Coach Certification by Birch & Stone Where compassionate humans become skilled coaches, learning to lead growth with presence, strength and grounded support. Now enrolling! https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/certification-program Join us for our September Wellness Retreat! https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]://www.instagram.com/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and emotionallyhttps://[email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz Master-trained Instinctive Meditation coach offering a gentle, thought-inclusive approach to meditation that works with your mind, emotions, and energy. Emily Magenheim Dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach helping people feel better in their bodies through compassionate, science-rooted, sustainable support.www.transformwithemilym.comhttps://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheimhttps://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/Beth Kruger Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with 20+ years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and midlife transitions. For 1:1 coaching at Birch & Stone with Beth, email: [email protected]://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers Health & Wellness Life Coach, two-time cancer survivor, and leadership coach helping people rebuild, reset, and rise through life’s hardest seasons. https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/Py6uTvLv Courtney Clark Lifelong runner and coach helping people build resilience, trust their bodies, and move forward with confidence—one steady step at a time. Patrick Decelles Coach and former psychotherapist with 15+ years of experience helping individuals and couples build emotional intelligence, clarity, and trust. https://www.patrickdecelles.com

The quality of your life is shaped by the questions you ask yourself. In this episode, Coach Emily B explores how common self-questions can keep you stuck and how shifting to more powerful questions can create forward movement. Through real-life examples, you’ll learn how to bring more awareness, curiosity, and choice into your thinking—one question at a time. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout The Rooted Coach Certification by Birch & Stone Where compassionate humans become skilled coaches, learning to lead growth with presence, strength and grounded support. Now enrolling! https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/certification-program Join us for our September Wellness Retreat! https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]://www.instagram.com/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and emotionallyhttps://[email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/Tobey Mintz Master-trained Instinctive Meditation coach offering a gentle, thought-inclusive approach to meditation that works with your mind, emotions, and energy. Emily Magenheim Dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach helping people feel better in their bodies through compassionate, science-rooted, sustainable support.www.transformwithemilym.comhttps://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheimhttps://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/ Beth Kruger Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with 20+ years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and midlife transitions. For 1:1 coaching at Birch & Stone with Beth, email: [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers Health & Wellness Life Coach, two-time cancer survivor, and leadership coach helping people rebuild, reset, and rise through life’s hardest seasons. https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/Py6uTvLv Courtney Clark Lifelong runner and coach helping people build resilience, trust their bodies, and move forward with confidence—one steady step at a time. Patrick Decelles Coach and former psychotherapist with 15+ years of experience helping individuals and couples build emotional intelligence, clarity, and trust.https://www.patrickdecelles.com

Fifty conversations in, and I’m so grateful we’re still showing up here together. In Episode 50 of This Life of Ours, life coach Emily B reflects on how consistency quietly changes who we believe we are. The milestones in life get celebrated, but the real strength is built in the early reps — the imperfect attempts, the moments of doubt, and the days we show up anyway. Through the lens of reaching 50 episodes, Emily invites you to recognize the progress you may be overlooking and offers two simple reflection exercises to help you see how far you’ve already come. Because meaningful change rarely happens all at once. It happens one rep at a time. If This Life of Ours has been part of your walks, drives, or quiet moments of reflection, this milestone episode is a wonderful time to help the podcast grow. • Share this episode with a friend • Leave a quick review on your podcast platform.Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout The Rooted Coach Certification by Birch & Stone Where compassionate humans become skilled coaches, learning to lead growth with presence, strength and grounded support. Now enrolling! https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/certification-program Join us for our September Wellness Retreat! https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]://www.instagram.com/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and emotionallyhttps://[email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz Master-trained Instinctive Meditation coach offering a gentle, thought-inclusive approach to meditation that works with your mind, emotions, and energy. Meghan Hogan E-RYT 500, owner of Maitri Yoga Studio, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship, weaving yoga, breathwork, and meditation to support steadiness and inner wholeness. Emily Magenheim Dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach helping people feel better in their bodies through compassionate, science-rooted, sustainable support.www.transformwithemilym.comhttps://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheimhttps://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/Beth Kruger Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with 20+ years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and midlife transitions. For 1:1 coaching at Birch & Stone with Beth, email: [email protected]://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers Health & Wellness Life Coach, two-time cancer survivor, and leadership coach helping people rebuild, reset, and rise through life’s hardest seasons. https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/Py6uTvLv Courtney Clark Lifelong runner and coach helping people build resilience, trust their bodies, and move forward with confidence—one steady step at a time. Patrick Decelles Coach and former psychotherapist with 15+ years of experience helping individuals and couples build emotional intelligence, clarity, and trust.https://www.patrickdecelles.com

In this episode of This Life of Ours, Coach Emily B shares a behind-the-scenes life update. From parenting a child navigating anxiety to shifting rhythms in marriage, family, and building Birch & Stone, she reflects on what it really looks like when life feels full. This honest conversation is a reminder that even life coaches are still figuring things out. Joy and uncertainty can exist at the same time. If life has felt messy, stretched, or out of rhythm lately, this episode is an invitation to slow down, stay steady, and trust that growth is still happening. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout The Rooted Coach Certification by Birch & Stone Where compassionate humans become skilled coaches, learning to lead growth with presence, strength and grounded support. Now enrolling! https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/certification-program Join us for our September Wellness Retreat! https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]://www.instagram.com/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and emotionallyhttps://[email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz Master-trained Instinctive Meditation coach offering a gentle, thought-inclusive approach to meditation that works with your mind, emotions, and energy. Emily Magenheim Dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach helping people feel better in their bodies through compassionate, science-rooted, sustainable support.https://transformwithemilym.comhttps://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheimhttps://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/ Meghan Hogan E-RYT 500, owner of Maitri Yoga Studio, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship, weaving yoga, breathwork, and meditation to support steadiness and inner wholeness. Beth Kruger Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with 20+ years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and midlife transitions. For 1:1 coaching at Birch & Stone with Beth, email: [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers Health & Wellness Life Coach, two-time cancer survivor, and leadership coach helping people rebuild, reset, and rise through life’s hardest seasons. https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/Py6uTvLv Courtney Clark Lifelong runner and coach helping people build resilience, trust their bodies, and move forward with confidence—one steady step at a time. Patrick Decelles Coach and former psychotherapist with 15+ years of experience helping individuals and couples build emotional intelligence, clarity, and trust.https://www.patrickdecelles.com

What happens when trust breaks, not just in a relationship, but in yourself? In this episode of This Life of Ours, Coach Emily B talks with Anna about infidelity, self-trust, and rebuilding after rupture. Anna shares her journey through separation, divorce, and healing, and how learning to trust herself became the foundation for every next step. Together, they explore the difference between love and being “in love,” why control often grows from fear, and what real trust looks like beyond monitoring or certainty. This conversation is for anyone navigating a relationship crossroads and listening for their own inner knowing. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist Thinkinghttps://[email protected]://www.instagram.com/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz Master-trained Instinctive Meditation coach offering a gentle, thought-inclusive approach to meditation that works with your mind, emotions, and energy. Emily Magenheim Dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach helping people feel better in their bodies through compassionate, science-rooted, sustainable support.https://transformwithemilym.comhttps://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheimhttps://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/ Meghan Hogan E-RYT 500, owner of Maitri Yoga Studio, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship, weaving yoga, breathwork, and meditation to support steadiness and inner wholeness. Beth Kruger Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with 20+ years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and midlife transitions. For 1:1 coaching at Birch & Stone with Beth, email: [email protected]://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers Health & Wellness Life Coach, two-time cancer survivor, and leadership coach helping people rebuild, reset, and rise through life’s hardest seasons. https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/Py6uTvLv Courtney Clark Lifelong runner and coach helping people build resilience, trust their bodies, and move forward with confidence—one steady step at a time. Patrick Decelles Coach and former psychotherapist with 15+ years of experience helping individuals and couples build emotional intelligence, clarity, and trust. https://www.patrickdecelles.com

Right before growth, doubt often gets loud.In this episode of This Life of Ours, Coach Emily B explores why questioning yourself isn’t a sign that you’re not ready, but a sign that you’re standing on the edge of something new. Growth rarely comes with confidence or clarity first. More often, it feels uncomfortable, messy, and uncertain. If you’ve been debating staying the same or taking a next step, this conversation offers permission to be in process and move forward anyway, one small step at a time. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz Master-trained Instinctive Meditation coach offering a gentle, thought-inclusive approach to meditation that works with your mind, emotions, and energy. Emily Magenheim Dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach helping people feel better in their bodies through compassionate, science-rooted, sustainable support.https://transformwithemilym.comhttps://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheimhttps://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/ Meghan Hogan E-RYT 500, owner of Maitri Yoga Studio, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship, weaving yoga, breathwork, and meditation to support steadiness and inner wholeness.Beth Kruger Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with 20+ years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and midlife transitions. For 1:1 coaching at Birch & Stone with Beth, email: [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers Health & Wellness Life Coach, two-time cancer survivor, and leadership coach helping people rebuild, reset, and rise through life’s hardest seasons. https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/Py6uTvLv Courtney Clark Lifelong runner and coach helping people build resilience, trust their bodies, and move forward with confidence—one steady step at a time. Patrick Decelles Coach and former psychotherapist with 15+ years of experience helping individuals and couples build emotional intelligence, clarity, and trust.https://www.patrickdecelles.com

Two people can wake up into the same 24 hours and have completely different experiences, not because of circumstance, but because of belief. In this episode, Coach Emily B explores how limiting beliefs around time and capability quietly shape our choices, energy, and sense of possibility. You’ll learn why thoughts like “I don’t have time” feel true but aren’t permanent, and how a small shift in language can open the door to change. You don’t need more motivation, you need beliefs that support the life you want. You are not behind. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz Master-trained Instinctive Meditation coach offering a gentle, thought-inclusive approach to meditation that works with your mind, emotions, and energy.Emily Magenheim Dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach helping people feel better in their bodies through compassionate, science-rooted, sustainable support.https://transformwithemilym.comhttps://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheimhttps://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/ Meghan Hogan E-RYT 500, owner of Maitri Yoga Studio, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship, weaving yoga, breathwork, and meditation to support steadiness and inner wholeness. Beth Kruger Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with 20+ years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and midlife transitions. For 1:1 coaching at Birch & Stone with Beth, email: [email protected]://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers Health & Wellness Life Coach, two-time cancer survivor, and leadership coach helping people rebuild, reset, and rise through life’s hardest seasons. https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/Py6uTvLv Courtney Clark Lifelong runner and coach helping people build resilience, trust their bodies, and move forward with confidence—one steady step at a time. Patrick Decelles Coach and former psychotherapist with 15+ years of experience helping individuals and couples build emotional intelligence, clarity, and trust.https://www.patrickdecelles.com

Some conversations don’t land the way we intend. Words come out before we’re fully grounded, emotions rise, and we’re left sitting with discomfort or the realization that what we said didn’t reflect our values. In this episode of This Life of Ours, Coach Emily B explores what happens when we misspeak, why discomfort isn’t failure, and how learning often requires repair. She shares a personal reflection on slowing down, returning to hard conversations with care, and taking responsibility without abandoning yourself. If you’ve ever wished you could revisit a conversation and say it differently, this episode offers a compassionate, grounded path forward — one rooted in learning, integrity, and deeper connection. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz Master-trained Instinctive Meditation coach offering a gentle, thought-inclusive approach to meditation that works with your mind, emotions, and energy. Emily Magenheim Dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach helping people feel better in their bodies through compassionate, science-rooted, sustainable support.https://transformwithemilym.comhttps://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheimhttps://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/ Meghan Hogan E-RYT 500, owner of Maitri Yoga Studio, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship, weaving yoga, breathwork, and meditation to support steadiness and inner wholeness. Beth Kruger Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with 20+ years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and midlife transitions. For 1:1 coaching at Birch & Stone with Beth, email: [email protected]://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers Health & Wellness Life Coach, two-time cancer survivor, and leadership coach helping people rebuild, reset, and rise through life’s hardest seasons. https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/Py6uTvLv Courtney Clark Lifelong runner and coach helping people build resilience, trust their bodies, and move forward with confidence—one steady step at a time. Patrick Decelles Coach and former psychotherapist with 15+ years of experience helping individuals and couples build emotional intelligence, clarity, and trust. https://www.patrickdecelles.com

Have you ever finished eating and still felt a quiet pull for something more? In this episode of This Life of Ours, Coach Emily B explores the difference between physical hunger and satisfaction, and why feeling “full” doesn’t always mean feeling complete. Hunger is a signal from the body, but satisfaction is a state of mind, and when it’s missing, that after-meal tug often shows up. Emily breaks down how physical support, emotional permission, and practical conditions all influence satisfaction, and why addressing hunger alone can leave you feeling unsettled. She shares gentle questions you can ask at the end of meals to build awareness, trust yourself, and learn when it’s truly time to stop eating. This conversation offers a compassionate reframe for nighttime eating, grazing, and the urge to keep going, not through control or restriction, but through listening, presence, and support. Because when satisfaction is met, food loses its urgency and your body feels safe enough to pause. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower  Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz  As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.https://transformwithemilym.comhttps://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheimhttps://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/ Meghan Hogan (E-RYT 500) is the owner of Maitri Yoga Studio in Troy, NY, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship program. She weaves yoga philosophy, breathwork, meditation, and mindful movement to help students reclaim energy, find steadiness, and remember their inner wholeness. Beth Kruger is a Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with over 20 years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Certified in Integrative Health Coaching and Menopause Yoga, she offers a holistic, compassionate approach to help women navigate midlife with confidence, clarity, and vitality. For 1:1 coaching at Birch & Stone with Beth, email: [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers Health & Wellness Life Coach, I come to this work with a deep belief that people can rise through even their hardest seasons. As a two-time cancer survivor and a mother who’s endured profound loss, I’ve learned what resilience truly looks like. With 35 years in leadership coaching and 6 years as a National Virtual Health & Wellness Coach, I now help others rebuild, reset, and rise. If you’re ready to feel supported, seen, and strengthened in your wellness journey, I’m here to walk with you. https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/Py6uTvLv Courtney Clark Courtney is a lifelong runner who believes progress is built one steady step at a time. With experience spanning seven marathons, a 50K trail race, and multiple 24-hour Ragnar relays, she brings both grit and grounded support to her work. Courtney meets you where you are, helping you build resilience, trust your body, and move forward with confidence—on the run and in life. Patrick Decelles Patrick is a coach and former psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals and couples through moments of change, conflict, and growth. His work centers on emotional intelligence, communication, and building trust, both within yourself and in your relationships. Drawing from real-life experience and evidence-based tools, Patrick helps people slow reactivity, understand what’s really happening beneath the surface, and move forward with greater clarity and connection. https://www.patrickdecelles.com

If starting feels harder than you expected, nothing has gone wrong. In this episode of This Life of Ours, Coach Emily B explores why motivation always fades, and why trying to jump back into a goal at full speed is often what causes us to quit. Instead of pushing harder, she offers a gentler approach: creating an on-ramp that your nervous system can actually say yes to. Emily introduces the idea of “penny wins,” small, doable actions that rebuild trust with yourself and create momentum without pressure, discipline, or shame. This conversation is an invitation to start smaller, return to yourself with compassion, and allow consistency to grow naturally over time. You don’t need a new plan. You just need an easier way back in. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds  A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz  As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim  A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.https://transformwithemilym.comhttps://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheimhttps://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/ Meghan Hogan (E-RYT 500) is the owner of Maitri Yoga Studio in Troy, NY, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship program. She weaves yoga philosophy, breathwork, meditation, and mindful movement to help students reclaim energy, find steadiness, and remember their inner wholeness. Beth Kruger is a Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with over 20 years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Certified in Integrative Health Coaching and Menopause Yoga, she offers a holistic, compassionate approach to help women navigate midlife with confidence, clarity, and vitality. For 1:1 coaching at Birch & Stone with Beth, email: [email protected]://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers Health & Wellness Life Coach, I come to this work with a deep belief that people can rise through even their hardest seasons. As a two-time cancer survivor and a mother who’s endured profound loss, I’ve learned what resilience truly looks like. With 35 years in leadership coaching and 6 years as a National Virtual Health & Wellness Coach, I now help others rebuild, reset, and rise. If you’re ready to feel supported, seen, and strengthened in your wellness journey, I’m here to walk with you. https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/Py6uTvLv Courtney ClarkCourtney Clark is a lifelong runner who believes progress is built one steady step at a time. With experience spanning seven marathons, a 50K trail race, and multiple 24-hour Ragnar relays, she brings both grit and grounded support to her work. Courtney meets you where you are, helping you build resilience, trust your body, and move forward with confidence—on the run and in life.

What if motivation isn’t something you’re missing, but something you can create?In this episode of This Life of Ours, Coach Emily B explores why motivation often feels elusive and how waiting for it can keep us stuck. Instead of chasing the “right moment,” Emily explains how motivation is built from the inside out — through your thoughts, your belief, and small, intentional action. Through relatable examples and gentle coaching, you’ll learn why action comes first, how belief fuels motivation, and why starting small is often the most powerful move you can make. This episode is a reminder that you don’t need to feel motivated to begin — you can begin and let motivation grow from there. If you’re ready to stop waiting and start moving in a way that feels grounded and sustainable, this episode is for you. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.https://transformwithemilym.comhttps://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheimhttps://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/ Meghan Hogan (E-RYT 500) is the owner of Maitri Yoga Studio in Troy, NY, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship program. She weaves yoga philosophy, breathwork, meditation, and mindful movement to help students reclaim energy, find steadiness, and remember their inner wholeness. Beth Kruger is a Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with over 20 years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Certified in Integrative Health Coaching and Menopause Yoga, she offers a holistic, compassionate approach to help women navigate midlife with confidence, clarity, and vitality. For 1:1 coaching at Birch & Stone with Beth, email: [email protected]://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers Health & Wellness Life Coach, I come to this work with a deep belief that people can rise through even their hardest seasons. As a two-time cancer survivor and a mother who’s endured profound loss, I’ve learned what resilience truly looks like. With 35 years in leadership coaching and 6 years as a National Virtual Health & Wellness Coach, I now help others rebuild, reset, and rise. If you’re ready to feel supported, seen, and strengthened in your wellness journey, I’m here to walk with you. https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/Py6uTvLv

In this episode of This Life of Ours, Coach Emily B explores why weight loss often feels hard, especially during transitions, emotional stress, and unstructured moments in daily life. Rather than focusing on willpower or dieting, Emily breaks down eight common moments when emotional eating tends to show up — including moments of transition, completion, avoidance, overwhelm, downshifting, loneliness, reward, and identity shifts. These patterns aren’t about failure. They’re about how we’ve learned to cope when life asks us to pause, finish, begin, or feel. Through personal reflection and grounded coaching, Emily invites you to notice when eating isn’t driven by hunger, but by habit, emotion, or a need for relief. This episode offers a more sustainable approach to weight health — one rooted in awareness, curiosity, and self-trust rather than control. If you’ve ever found yourself setting the same weight loss goals year after year, this conversation will help you understand what’s really getting in the way, and where meaningful change actually begins. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds  A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz  As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim  A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.https://transformwithemilym.comhttps://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheimhttps://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/ Meghan Hogan (E-RYT 500) is the owner of Maitri Yoga Studio in Troy, NY, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship program. She weaves yoga philosophy, breathwork, meditation, and mindful movement to help students reclaim energy, find steadiness, and remember their inner wholeness. Beth Kruger is a Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with over 20 years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Certified in Integrative Health Coaching and Menopause Yoga, she offers a holistic, compassionate approach to help women navigate midlife with confidence, clarity, and vitality. For 1:1 coaching at Birch & Stone with Beth, email: [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers Health & Wellness Life Coach, I come to this work with a deep belief that people can rise through even their hardest seasons. As a two-time cancer survivor and a mother who’s endured profound loss, I’ve learned what resilience truly looks like. With 35 years in leadership coaching and 6 years as a National Virtual Health & Wellness Coach, I now help others rebuild, reset, and rise. If you’re ready to feel supported, seen, and strengthened in your wellness journey, I’m here to walk with you. https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/Py6uTvLv

When someone isn’t who you thought they were, the pain isn’t just about them. It’s about the future you imagined. In this episode, Coach Emily B explores the quiet unraveling that happens when reality no longer matches the story you trusted. You’ll learn how to notice patterns without self-blame, why seeing someone’s potential isn’t a flaw, and how to let truth exist without rushing to fix it. A grounded conversation about trust, clarity, and self-respect. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds  A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz  As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim  A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.https://transformwithemilym.comhttps://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheimhttps://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/Meghan Hogan (E-RYT 500) is the owner of Maitri Yoga Studio in Troy, NY, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship program. She weaves yoga philosophy, breathwork, meditation, and mindful movement to help students reclaim energy, find steadiness, and remember their inner wholeness. Beth Kruger is a Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with over 20 years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Certified in Integrative Health Coaching and Menopause Yoga, she offers a holistic, compassionate approach to help women navigate midlife with confidence, clarity, and vitality. For 1:1 coaching at Birch & Stone with Beth, email: [email protected]://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers Health & Wellness Life Coach, I come to this work with a deep belief that people can rise through even their hardest seasons. As a two-time cancer survivor and a mother who’s endured profound loss, I’ve learned what resilience truly looks like. With 35 years in leadership coaching and 6 years as a National Virtual Health & Wellness Coach, I now help others rebuild, reset, and rise. If you’re ready to feel supported, seen, and strengthened in your wellness journey, I’m here to walk with you. https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/Py6uTvLv  

Overspending isn’t a budgeting problem—it’s an emotional one. In this episode of This Life of Ours, Coach Emily B explores how spending can become a way to avoid discomfort, people-please, or prove our worth. Like overworking or scrolling, overspending offers temporary relief followed by stress and shame. This conversation invites you to slow down, get curious, and ask what you’re really hoping a purchase will give you. Spending is loud. Feelings are quiet. Listening changes everything. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds  A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz  As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.https://transformwithemilym.comhttps://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheimhttps://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/ Meghan Hogan (E-RYT 500) is the owner of Maitri Yoga Studio in Troy, NY, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship program. She weaves yoga philosophy, breathwork, meditation, and mindful movement to help students reclaim energy, find steadiness, and remember their inner wholeness. Beth Kruger is a Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with over 20 years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Certified in Integrative Health Coaching and Menopause Yoga, she offers a holistic, compassionate approach to help women navigate midlife with confidence, clarity, and vitality. For 1:1 coaching at Birch & Stone with Beth, email: [email protected]://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers  Health & Wellness Life Coach, I come to this work with a deep belief that people can rise through even their hardest seasons. As a two-time cancer survivor and a mother who’s endured profound loss, I’ve learned what resilience truly looks like. With 35 years in leadership coaching and 6 years as a National Virtual Health & Wellness Coach, I now help others rebuild, reset, and rise. If you’re ready to feel supported, seen, and strengthened in your wellness journey, I’m here to walk with you. https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/Py6uTvLv

When the holidays don’t feel Hallmark-ready, you’re not alone. In this gentle episode, Emily offers grounding practices and honest guidance for navigating family dynamics, managing expectations, and staying connected to yourself. Pause, breathe, and find your footing again as you move through a season that’s both tender and beautifully human. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermindhttps://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our CoachesEmily Brower  Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds  A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz  As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim  A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.https://transformwithemilym.comhttps://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheimhttps://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/ Meghan Hogan (E-RYT 500) is the owner of Maitri Yoga Studio in Troy, NY, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship program. She weaves yoga philosophy, breathwork, meditation, and mindful movement to help students reclaim energy, find steadiness, and remember their inner wholeness. Beth Kruger  is a Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with over 20 years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Certified in Integrative Health Coaching and Menopause Yoga, she offers a holistic, compassionate approach to help women navigate midlife with confidence, clarity, and vitality. For 1:1 coaching at Birch & Stone with Beth, email: [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers  Health & Wellness Life Coach, I come to this work with a deep belief that people can rise through even their hardest seasons. As a two-time cancer survivor and a mother who’s endured profound loss, I’ve learned what resilience truly looks like. With 35 years in leadership coaching and 6 years as a National Virtual Health & Wellness Coach, I now help others rebuild, reset, and rise. If you’re ready to feel supported, seen, and strengthened in your wellness journey, I’m here to walk with you. https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/Py6uTvLv

In this episode, Coach Emily B brings a warm, grounded look at what boundaries truly are—simple, calm actions that protect your time, energy, and wellbeing. She explains the difference between a request and a boundary, why follow-through matters, and how honoring your limits creates more peace and self-respect. With real-life examples and a gentle three-step process, Emily helps you shift from resentment to clarity so you can move through your life with steadiness and self-trust. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.https://transformwithemilym.comhttps://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheimhttps://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/ Meghan Hogan (E-RYT 500) is the owner of Maitri Yoga Studio in Troy, NY, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship program. She weaves yoga philosophy, breathwork, meditation, and mindful movement to help students reclaim energy, find steadiness, and remember their inner wholeness. Beth Kruger is a Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with over 20 years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Certified in Integrative Health Coaching and Menopause Yoga, she offers a holistic, compassionate approach to help women navigate midlife with confidence, clarity, and vitality. For 1:1 coaching at Birch & Stone with [email protected]://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers Health & Wellness Life Coach, I come to this work with a deep belief that people can rise through even their hardest seasons. As a two-time cancer survivor and a mother who’s endured profound loss, I’ve learned what resilience truly looks like. With 35 years in leadership coaching and 6 years as a National Virtual Health & Wellness Coach, I now help others rebuild, reset, and rise. If you’re ready to feel supported, seen, and strengthened in your wellness journey, I’m here to walk with you. https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/Py6uTvLv

This Thanksgiving, Coach Emily B offers a warm reminder: you don’t need a perfect holiday, just a real one. In this short, heartfelt episode, Emily helps you release pressure, simplify what matters, enjoy the foods you love with trust, and return to what feels grounded. You’re allowed to take breaks, ask for help, and be human. Your real Thanksgiving is already enough — and so are you. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower  Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds   A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz  As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim  A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.https://transformwithemilym.com https://www.facebook.com/emily.gitkinmagenheimhttps://www.instagram.com/emilym_liveswell/Meghan Hogan (E-RYT 500) is the owner of Maitri Yoga Studio in Troy, NY, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship program. She weaves yoga philosophy, breathwork, meditation, and mindful movement to help students reclaim energy, find steadiness, and remember their inner wholeness. Beth Kruger is a Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with over 20 years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Certified in Integrative Health Coaching and Menopause Yoga, she offers a holistic, compassionate approach to help women navigate midlife with confidence, clarity, and vitality. Beth Kruger Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with over 20 years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Certified in Integrative Health Coaching and Menopause Yoga, she offers a holistic, compassionate approach to help women navigate midlife with confidence, clarity, and vitality. For 1:1 coaching at Birch & Stone with Beth, email:[email protected]://www.instagram.com/itsbethkruger/ Dani Chambers Health & Wellness Life Coach, I come to this work with a deep belief that people can rise through even their hardest seasons. As a two-time cancer survivor and a mother who’s endured profound loss, I’ve learned what resilience truly looks like. With 35 years in leadership coaching and 6 years as a National Virtual Health & Wellness Coach, I now help others rebuild, reset, and rise. If you’re ready to feel supported, seen, and strengthened in your wellness journey, I’m here to walk with you. https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/Py6uTvLv

In this episode, Coach Emily B shares the story of “Anna,” a woman who built her worth around numbers on a scale, a clothing tag, and a birthday. Through gentle reflection, Emily shows how easily we pause our lives without noticing—and how to reclaim joy, confidence, and permission to live right now, in the body you’re in today. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our CoachesEmily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist Thinking [email protected] www.instagram.com/coach_emily_b https://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and emotionally [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz  As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability. Meghan Hogan (E-RYT 500) is the owner of Maitri Yoga Studio in Troy, NY, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship program. She weaves yoga philosophy, breathwork, meditation, and mindful movement to help students reclaim energy, find steadiness, and remember their inner wholeness. Beth Kruger is a Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with over 20 years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Certified in Integrative Health Coaching and Menopause Yoga, she offers a holistic, compassionate approach to help women navigate midlife with confidence, clarity, and vitality.Dani Chambers  If you’ve been looking for guidance, accountability, or a supportive space to focus on your health, I’d love to walk alongside you on that journey. Together, we’ll work on real-life strategies, mindset shifts, and small habits that create big change.

When plans change and life reroutes, it’s easy to lose your footing. In this episode of This Life of Ours, Coach Emily B explores what it really means to pivot—with calm, clarity, and trust. Hear her personal story of an unexpected change and learn how to reground yourself, reorient your mindset, and begin again from right where you are. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower  Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist Thinking [email protected] www.instagram.com/coach_emily_b https://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds  A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and emotionally [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz  As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim  A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability. Meghan Hogan (E-RYT 500) is the owner of Maitri Yoga Studio in Troy, NY, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship program. She weaves yoga philosophy, breathwork, meditation, and mindful movement to help students reclaim energy, find steadiness, and remember their inner wholeness. Beth Kruger is a Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with over 20 years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Certified in Integrative Health Coaching and Menopause Yoga, she offers a holistic, compassionate approach to help women navigate midlife with confidence, clarity, and vitality.

In this heartfelt episode, Coach Emily B shares a vulnerable piece of her personal story — from growing up on a Vermont farm to finding self-trust, healing emotional eating, and building the Birch & Stone Coaching Collective. Inspired by This Is Me by Chrissy Metz, Emily explores how vulnerability becomes empowerment and why you’ve always had the power to become who you are meant to be. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower   Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds   A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz  As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim  A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability. Meghan Hogan  (E-RYT 500) is the owner of Maitri Yoga Studio in Troy, NY, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship program. She weaves yoga philosophy, breathwork, meditation, and mindful movement to help students reclaim energy, find steadiness, and remember their inner wholeness. Beth Kruger is a Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with over 20 years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Certified in Integrative Health Coaching and Menopause Yoga, she offers a holistic, compassionate approach to help women navigate midlife with confidence, clarity, and vitality.

Have you ever said, “I’m fine,” but deep down, you know you’re not fulfilled? In this episode, Coach Emily B shares what life coaching really is—and how it helps you move from surviving to thriving. Learn the difference between therapy and coaching, how to know if it’s right for you, and why you don’t need to be “broken” to grow. Fine isn’t the finish line—it’s where your growth begins. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower  Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds  A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz  As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim   A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability. Meghan Hogan  (E-RYT 500) is the owner of Maitri Yoga Studio in Troy, NY, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship program. She weaves yoga philosophy, breathwork, meditation, and mindful movement to help students reclaim energy, find steadiness, and remember their inner wholeness. Beth Kruger  is a Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with over 20 years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Certified in Integrative Health Coaching and Menopause Yoga, she offers a holistic, compassionate approach to help women navigate midlife with confidence, clarity, and vitality.

In this heartfelt episode of This Life of Ours, Coach Emily B invites us to explore what happens when we slow down long enough to truly listen—to ourselves, our needs, and our inner guidance. Through gentle reflection and relatable examples, Emily unpacks the balance between compassion and authority, showing how both can coexist in a healthy, supportive way. She shares how compassion helps us heal and learn, while authority gives us the structure and courage to take the next step forward. If you’ve ever wondered when to give yourself grace and when to lovingly hold yourself accountable, this episode offers grounded wisdom and practical tools to help you do both. Tune in for a conversation that will leave you feeling centered, capable, and more connected to what you really need. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower  Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds  A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz  As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability. Meghan Hogan  (E-RYT 500) is the owner of Maitri Yoga Studio in Troy, NY, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship program. She weaves yoga philosophy, breathwork, meditation, and mindful movement to help students reclaim energy, find steadiness, and remember their inner wholeness. Beth Kruger is a Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with over 20 years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Certified in Integrative Health Coaching and Menopause Yoga, she offers a holistic, compassionate approach to help women navigate midlife with confidence, clarity, and vitality.

In this heartfelt episode of This Life of Ours, Coach Emily B reflects on her time at the recent Fall into Focus retreat in the Berkshires—a weekend filled with connection, clarity, and the kind of peace that only comes when we step away from the noise of everyday life. Emily shares what it felt like to truly belong in all the spaces and how coming home afterward stirred a deeper sense of self-reflection. She explores how we can carry the calm, focus, and sense of enoughness we discover in retreat settings back into our daily routines—and what questions to ask ourselves to keep that spark alive long after the bags are unpacked. Tune in to discover how to embrace your own sense of belonging, release pressures, and keep the energy of 'more' alive. And stay tuned for exciting news about future retreats—and maybe even a podcast tour on the horizon! Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower   Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds   A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz   As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim   A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability. Meghan Hogan  (E-RYT 500) is the owner of Maitri Yoga Studio in Troy, NY, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship program. She weaves yoga philosophy, breathwork, meditation, and mindful movement to help students reclaim energy, find steadiness, and remember their inner wholeness. Beth Kruger  is a Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with over 20 years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Certified in Integrative Health Coaching and Menopause Yoga, she offers a holistic, compassionate approach to help women navigate midlife with confidence, clarity, and vitality.

In this episode of This Life of Ours, I’m talking about the quiet but powerful practice of saying No. Every Yes we give is also a No to something else—and if we’re not careful, that “something else” might be our own goals, energy, or well-being. Together, we’ll explore what it means to notice where your time is really going, and how people-pleasing or overcommitting can pull you out of alignment with what matters most. I’ll share practical ways to check in with your calendar, reflect on your commitments, and start making choices that feel truer to you. And yes—there’s a little homework! I’ll walk you through a simple time study that helps you see the bigger picture and get clear on where your Yes and No need to shift. If you’re craving more intention, healthier boundaries, and the freedom to be present in your own life, this conversation is for you. Tune in and let’s practice using No as a tool for alignment, growth, and integrity. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Join our October Retreat in the Berkshires https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds  A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz  As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim  A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability. Meghan Hogan Meghan (E-RYT 500) is the owner of Maitri Yoga Studio in Troy, NY, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship program. She weaves yoga philosophy, breathwork, meditation, and mindful movement to help students reclaim energy, find steadiness, and remember their inner wholeness. Beth Kruger  Beth is a Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with over 20 years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Certified in Integrative Health Coaching and Menopause Yoga, she offers a holistic, compassionate approach to help women navigate midlife with confidence, clarity, and vitality.

In this episode of This Life of Ours, Coach Emily B invites the Birch & Stone Coaching community into an honest, heart-centered conversation about goal weight. Rather than focusing on a number on the scale, we explore what a goal weight truly represents—our beliefs about ourselves, our lived experiences, and our deeper desire for well-being. You’ll hear stories and reflections from women who are rethinking what it means to chase a “goal weight,” and instead choosing to create goals that feel supportive, sustainable, and rooted in self-acceptance. Together, we talk about the cultural messages that shape our ideas of weight, the pressure to measure progress by numbers alone, and the freedom that comes from redefining success on your own terms. Whether you’re navigating your own weight loss journey, curious about body image healing, or simply ready to feel more at home in your body, this conversation will offer encouragement, gentle wisdom, and actionable ways to set meaningful goals that go far beyond the scale. Tune in and join us in rediscovering what it truly means to feel good in your own skin—because your worth has never been defined by a number. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Join our October Retreat in the Berkshires https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds  A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz  As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim  A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability. Meghan Hogan Meghan (E-RYT 500) is the owner of Maitri Yoga Studio in Troy, NY, and founder of the Move with Maitri Mentorship program. She weaves yoga philosophy, breathwork, meditation, and mindful movement to help students reclaim energy, find steadiness, and remember their inner wholeness. Beth Kruger  Beth is a Women’s Health and Midlife Coach with over 20 years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Certified in Integrative Health Coaching and Menopause Yoga, she offers a holistic, compassionate approach to help women navigate midlife with confidence, clarity, and vitality.

Ever get to the end of the day and realize you don’t remember much of it? You were there—but not really there. In this episode of This Life of Ours, Coach Emily B shares what it looks like to be physically present but emotionally checked out, and how easy it is to slip into autopilot after work. From bus stop hellos to family dinners, she explores the difference between showing up in body versus showing up with your whole self. We’ll talk about:  - How to transition from work mode to home life without carrying the mental load. - Simple ways to create emotional presence in daily routines.  - Spotting autopilot and gently returning to connection.  - Balancing energy between work and family. If life feels like it’s rushing past you, this episode is your reminder to slow down, breathe, and create the meaningful moments that truly matter. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Join our October Retreat in the Berkshires https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and emotionally [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.

In this heartfelt episode of This Life of Ours, Coach Emily B is joined by Allison for a powerful conversation about what happens when self-compassion becomes the path to change. Allison opens up about her journey of self-soothing with food as a coping mechanism, using food to hide, and the years she spent in self-loathing. Through her story, we see just how powerful your mindset can be in moving from pain to healing. Together, Emily and Allison explore the courage it takes to set healthy boundaries, the baby steps that lead to lasting growth, and the deep relief that comes when you finally choose to treat yourself with care. If you’ve ever struggled with your relationship with food, questioned your worth, or longed to feel hopeful about your future, this episode is for you. Tune in for inspiring stories, honest reflections, and gentle reminders that you are never alone on this journey of transformation. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Join our October Retreat in the Berkshires https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower  Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds  A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz  As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.

Do you ever catch yourself putting on a mask, showing the version of you that feels “acceptable” instead of your authentic self? In this episode of This Life of Ours, Coach Emily B unpacks the difference between the social self we present for approval and the essential self that brings true connection and ease. Through stories from her teaching days and her journey as a coach, Emily shares how stepping out of the costume changed everything: less fatigue, more confidence, deeper relationships. You’ll hear: Why people-pleasing leaves us drained and disconnected.How honesty in small moments builds authentic connection.Why being yourself is the most direct path to real safety and belonging.Simple prompts to practice revealing your true self this week. If you’ve ever thought, “If they really knew me…” or said yes just to fit in, this conversation is for you. It’s time to stop performing and start living from your essential self. Find Us Herehttps://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermindhttps://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkoutJoin our October Retreat in the Berkshireshttps://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Brower  Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds  A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz  As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim  A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.

In this heartfelt episode of This Life of Ours, Coach Emily B invites you to settle in with her on a rainy day as she reflects on four years of running her own business—and what it really means to keep moving forward without always knowing the next step. Emily shares tender memories from her childhood, her journey through self-acceptance and weight loss, and the evolution from student to coach. She opens up about building Birch & Stone Coaching Collective, the challenges and triumphs along the way, and the lessons learned from embracing uncertainty. With honesty and warmth, Emily reminds us that we don’t have to have it all figured out. Growth, belief in ourselves, and the support of community are often enough to guide the way. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about personal growth, navigating change, and finding peace in the unknown. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Join our October Retreat in the Berkshires https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower  Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds  A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz  As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim  A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.

Evenings can be tricky. The house gets quiet, the day’s stress lingers, and suddenly the kitchen feels like the answer. In this episode of This Life of Ours, I talk about why nighttime often feels the hardest and what’s really behind those evening snack cravings. Maybe you’re navigating your own urges—or maybe you have a partner who snacks at night, making it even tougher to stay grounded. We’ll explore the emotional cues at play and how to care for yourself with compassion, instead of falling into frustration or criticism. I’ll share simple, practical strategies for setting gentle boundaries, creating supportive routines, and meeting your deeper needs without turning to food. And to help you go even further, I’ve included journal prompts you can use to reflect on your own evening habits and patterns. Tune in to discover a more nurturing way to end your day—one that leaves you feeling calmer, cared for, and more at peace with yourself when the evening rolls around. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermindhttps://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Join our October Retreat in the Berkshires https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.

In this episode of This Life of Ours, I’m freshly back from a trip to South Florida—sun, sand, and a few new perspectives in tow. We’re talking about the stories we tell ourselves about weight loss, and how those stories can either help or hurt our progress. Here’s the thing: the number on the scale? A comment from a friend? Those are just facts. But the meaning we attach to them—that’s where the drama starts. And often, those stories aren’t all that helpful. I’ll walk you through 20 common weight-loss circumstances and the automatic thoughts that tend to come with them. We’ll look at how to tell the difference between what’s true and what’s just a story in your head, so you can start creating narratives that actually support your goals. If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or judged (by others or yourself) on your weight-loss journey, this conversation will give you practical ways to reframe your thinking, stay grounded, and move forward with more compassion and clarity. It’s not about ignoring the facts—it’s about choosing a story that helps you grow. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Join our October Retreat in the Berkshires https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.

In this episode of This Life of Ours, we’re flipping the script on perfection. Coach Emily B invites you to consider a gentler, more sustainable way to grow: by treating your habits like a practice—not a performance. If you’ve ever felt stuck in all-or-nothing thinking… if you’ve told yourself it’s not worth starting unless you can do it perfectly… this one’s for you. Emily shares personal reflections and real-life examples of how practicing (not perfecting) helps us build momentum, create lasting change, and feel more like ourselves along the way. You'll hear about the power of repetition, why self-compassion is non-negotiable, and how to shift your mindset from striving to showing up, again and again. Because this life of ours? It isn’t about getting it right the first time. It’s about learning, adjusting, and finding your rhythm through practice. Tune in for honest insights, gentle encouragement, and a new way to think about the habits that matter most. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Join our October Retreat in the Berkshires https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Our CoachesEmily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.

What happens when the roadmap disappears? In this heartfelt episode of This Life of Ours, I sit down with Susan to talk about the quiet, often disorienting moment that can come after retirement, when the structure fades, the goals aren’t so clear, and the path ahead feels...fuzzy. Together, we explore the discomfort of no longer having a clearly defined “next,” and what it means to live with that kind of uncertainty. But we also uncover something beautiful: how meaning often returns not through big milestones, but through small, intentional acts of service, connection, and presence. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering what comes after the climb, this conversation offers gentle guidance, deep validation, and a reminder that your worth isn’t tied to productivity. It’s in who you are, and how you show up, even (and especially) in the in-between. Tune in for a grounded, honest look at rediscovering purpose when life doesn’t look like it used to. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Join our October Retreat in the Berkshires https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and emotionally [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily MagenheimA dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.

What if you didn’t need to fix your feelings—but simply feel them? In this heartfelt episode of This Life of Ours, Coach Emily B invites you to slow down and explore what it really means to sit with your emotions. For high-achievers, sensitive souls, and anyone who’s ever felt the urge to “push through,” this conversation is a gentle nudge toward something different. Emily shares how allowing yourself to feel—without judgment or urgency—is a powerful act of self-trust and growth. You'll hear about the 50/50 nature of life (yes, it's supposed to feel hard sometimes), along with simple, practical steps to help you stay present when big emotions show up: name it, notice it in your body, and nurture yourself through it. This episode offers a grounded, compassionate approach to emotional well-being—one that’s not about fixing or escaping, but about coming home to yourself. Tune in to discover how sitting with your feelings can create deeper connection, clarity, and calm in this life of yours. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Join our October Retreat in the Berkshires https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and emotionally [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.

Hey there, it’s Coach Emily B, and today we’re talking about something that so many women quietly struggle with: nighttime snacking. In this heartfelt episode of This Life of Ours, I’m joined by my client Lynda for an honest conversation about why those late-night cravings hit hard and what’s really underneath them. Spoiler alert: it’s not just about the food. We unpack the emotional layers behind nighttime eating — from childhood routines to the deep need for comfort, companionship, and a way to unwind after a long day. If you've ever found yourself reaching for snacks when you're not actually hungry, you're not alone, and you're not broken. Together, we explore compassionate, doable strategies to help you shift those evening habits and create a nighttime routine that actually supports you. You’ll walk away with insights and practices to help you feel more nourished, less stuck, and more connected to what you truly need. If nighttime snacking is getting in the way of your goals, this one’s for you. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Join our October Retreat in the Berkshires https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist Thinking [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.

In this episode, we’re talking about the difference between clean pain and dirty pain—and how that difference can change everything. Clean pain is honest and human: the sadness, the disappointment, the ache of growth. Dirty pain? That’s the spiral we add on top—the shame, the judgment, the “what’s wrong with me?” Through real-life examples (yes, including late-night ice cream 🍦), I’ll show you how shifting your thinking can bring more compassion, more clarity, and more connection to yourself—especially when you feel stuck. 🎧 Tune in to learn how to feel the hard stuff without making it harder. And don’t miss the journal prompts at the end if you’re ready to go deeper. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Join our October Retreat in the Berkshires https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist Thinking [email protected] www.instagram.com/coach_emily_b https://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and emotionally [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.

In this episode, Coach Emily B coaches Christina, a retired military spouse feeling stuck after major life transitions. They explore the theme that being 'stuck' as a choice, and discuss how adjusting one's mindset and finding joyful activities can pave the way for progress. Coach Emily draws parallels between financial debt management and weight loss, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion and fun in overcoming obstacles. The conversation also touches on the impact of grief and how looking forward with intention can help shift perspectives. Emily encourages Christina to find active, enjoyable ways to reconnect with her life and rediscover herself, illustrating how even small, positive actions can start the journey to feeling less stuck. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind Join Our MastermindJoin our October Retreat in the Berkshires https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist Thinking [email protected] www.instagram.com/coach_emily_b https://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and emotionally [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.

In this episode, Coach Emily and Coach Heather are diving into something that sounds simple but can totally change how you move through your days: how you use your calendar. We’re unpacking what it looks like to plan your time with intention and compassion—because let’s be real, it’s easy to load up our schedules with things we should do, only to end up overwhelmed and frustrated. We talk about what happens when we overcommit, chase unrealistic deadlines, or forget to leave space for actual life—and how learning to schedule based on your real capacity (not your imagined one) is a game-changer. We also share stories from our own lives and coaching, explore the tension between grace and drive, and offer some simple shifts you can make to stop letting your calendar boss you around—and start letting it support you. If you’re ready to stop rushing and start creating space for what matters, this one’s for you.

In this episode of This Life of Ours, Coaches Emily and Heather explore why we sometimes resist the very goals we set for ourselves—and how that inner rebellion keeps us stuck. If you've ever felt frustrated by your lack of progress or found yourself procrastinating despite wanting change, you're not alone. Through honest reflections and a few laugh-out-loud moments (yes, we’re talking about scale excuses and vintage Volkswagens), we unpack how rebellion shows up in everyday life—especially around weight loss, career changes, and personal growth. We dive into how perfectionism, fear, and discomfort can lead us to choose confusion over clarity, and stuckness over action. Heather shares her experience with perfectionism and the fear of starting before things feel “ready.” Emily offers practical, compassionate steps for recognizing resistance and moving forward in a way that feels manageable and aligned with your true self. Whether you’re working on your health, business, or mindset, this conversation will help you understand your inner resistance and start building new habits with clarity and confidence.

You know those moments when you realize you've been mentally somewhere else entirely? Maybe you're physically present at your kid's soccer game, but your mind is already planning tomorrow's meeting. Or you're having dinner with your partner, but you're replaying that conversation from last week that didn't go quite right. In this episode of This Life of Ours, we're getting real about something we all do but rarely talk about—those times when it feels easier to check out than to stay present in the messy, beautiful, sometimes overwhelming reality of right now. From family milestones to everyday moments, we share our own stories of catching ourselves zoning out and what it has cost us. We talk about the ways this habit can quietly steal our peace, delay our progress, and keep us from living fully. We talk about why our brains do this (spoiler: they're trying to help, but sometimes they get a little carried away), and we share some gentle, practical ways to come back to center when you notice yourself drifting. Nothing complicated—just real tools that have worked for us when life feels like it's moving too fast. Because the truth is, this life of ours is happening right now—and it's worth showing up for.

As summer approaches, so does the anxiety around body image, weight fluctuations, and the fear of weight regain. In this episode of This Life of Ours, Coach Emily and Coach Heather get real about what it means to face that fear—especially in a world that celebrates "before and after" pictures but rarely talks about what happens in between. We share personal stories, honest reflections, and mindset shifts that have helped us navigate everything from swimsuit season to body dysmorphia. You’ll hear how Coach Emily’s journey over the last 18 months has transformed her relationship with her body, and why Coach Heather believes the scale is not the full story. We explore how fear-based thinking can derail progress—and how you can shift toward self-trust, joy, and long-term well-being instead. Plus, we leave you with powerful journal prompts to help you reconnect with your body from a place of curiosity, not criticism. If you’ve ever worried about weight regain, this conversation is for you.

In this episode of This Life of Ours, Coach Heather and Coach Emily invite you to slow down and take a fresh look at the world around you. Kicking things off with stories from farm life—where animals can be some of the best teachers—they share how simply watching behavior (without jumping to fix or judge) can open up surprising insights. From the farm to the grocery store, we explore what it really means to observe others with curiosity and compassion. Why do we so often turn inward with criticism instead of outward with understanding? How does the pressure to be accepted keep us from seeing people, and ourselves, clearly? The coaches dig into these questions and offer practical encouragement for shifting your focus: off of self-doubt, and onto real connection. Plus, stick around for a simple but powerful practice you can try today to strengthen your observational muscle. Because when we learn to truly see others, life gets a whole lot more interesting.

In this deeply personal episode of This Life of Ours, we’re peeling back the layers on something that trips up so many of us—unspoken expectations, especially in the relationships that matter most. Coach Emily opens up about a recent experience on her family farm—a place filled with history, hard work, and a whole lot of emotion. As she shares a vulnerable story about working alongside her dad to grow the farm, we witness how quickly love and good intentions can get tangled up in frustration and misunderstanding when communication falls short. His advice, while coming from a place of care, landed hard and stirred up old patterns, hurt feelings, and a reminder of how much we all long to be seen and understood. We talk about the emotional weight of expectations—especially the ones we never say out loud. We reflect on the ways our childhood dynamics can still shape us, even as adults, and how navigating family relationships with grace sometimes means setting boundaries, speaking up, and doing the inner work to stay grounded in who we are now.