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Send us Fan MailThis episode explores why life transitions—graduation, empty nesting, sobriety, loss, and reinvention—can feel disorienting, even when they’re positive. Through neuroscience, psychology, and cultural insight, we unpack how identity shifts happen, why we often self-sabotage during growth, and how reclaiming simple rituals can help us move through change with more clarity and connection.What We Cover:Why endings disrupt identity (not just circumstances)The “identity lag” and how long change really takesNeuroplasticity and how the brain forms a new self-conceptThe “upper limit” problem and self-sabotage patternsWhy modern society struggles with transitionsThe loss of rites of passage and its impactHow technology fragments attention during key life momentsSimple ways to create personal rituals for changeKey Takeaway:Endings are not just something to get through—they are something to mark. When we intentionally acknowledge transitions, we help our brain and nervous system integrate the new identity more fully.Call to Action:Take 5 minutes today to create a simple ritual to honor something you’re letting go of.Facebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InInfluential Women VerifiedIW BadgeBuzzsprout-Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailBuzzsprout-Just Count Me InInfluential Women VerifiedEpisode Summary:This episode explores the often-overlooked third layer of alignment: letting go. After setting boundaries and making aligned decisions, true growth requires releasing what no longer fits—whether in relationships, business, or personal identity.Key Concepts:Cognitive dissonance as a signal, not a flawHow neuroplasticity shifts your standardsThe cost of avoiding clear decisionsLetting go as a leadership skillTakeaways:Misalignment often shows up as resentment or frustrationGrowth changes what you can tolerateAvoiding “no” creates long-term frictionLetting go creates space for alignmentCTA:If you’re navigating a decision, relationship, or leadership challenge and want clarity without the emotional noise, I offer 1:1 coaching sessions designed to help you move with precision and confidence.Thank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailInfluential Women VerifiedBuzzsprout-Just Count Me InWhy boundaries feel like conflict—and how to build systems that actually support your valuesEpisode Summary:This episode explores the hidden cost of unclear agreements and why boundaries often feel like conflict—especially when they’re enforced late. Through two real-life examples, we unpack how alignment breaks down when structure isn’t in place, and how to rebuild it in a way that actually holds.Key Topics:Alignment vs. attachmentWhy unclear expectations create emotional decisionsThe neuroscience of pattern disruption and loss aversionReactive vs. proactive boundariesHow to create systems that support your valuesKey Takeaways:If it’s not consistently enforced, it’s not a boundary—it’s a preferenceFlexibility without structure leads to misalignmentLate boundaries feel like conflict, even when they’re fairAlignment requires systems, not just awarenessCTA:If you’re navigating a transition, decision, or boundary in your life or business and want support creating alignment that actually holds, reach out about coaching sessions.Facebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailInfluential Women VerifiedBuzzsprout-Just Count Me InMost people are taught to make decisions using logic alone—but research across neuroscience, physiology, and leadership shows that true clarity comes from integrating three intelligence systems: the head, the heart, and the gut. In this episode, we break down what each contributes, why over-relying on the brain leads to burnout and misalignment, and how to make decisions that actually feel right—not just look right.Key Takeaways:Head-only decisions often lead to overthinking and misalignmentThe gut provides fast, instinctive pattern recognitionThe heart connects decisions to values and authenticityDecision fatigue is real—and integration reduces itAlignment creates clarity faster than analysisThe Alignment Framework:Ask yourself:Does this make sense? (Head)Does this feel aligned? (Heart)Does this feel right? (Gut)References Mentioned:Chris Voss – Never Split the DifferenceJoe Dispenza – brain and behavior patternsHeartMath Institute – heart-brain connectionRoy Baumeister – decision fatigueCall To Action:If you’re ready to stop second-guessing and start making aligned decisions with clarity and confidence, reach out for coaching sessions. This is the exact work we do together.Facebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailIW BadgeSuccess Isn’t One Thing—And That’s the ProblemOverview:What does success really mean? In this episode, we explore how differing definitions of success create misalignment in leadership, parenting, and personal life—and how to fix it. Through real-world insights and a practical framework, you’ll learn how to define success with clarity and intention.Key Topics:Why success feels confusing (and why that’s normal)The Four Lenses of Success: Personal, Relational, Performance, LegacyMisalignment in leadership and team dynamicsThe hidden gap between what parents want vs. what they measureAligned Success: a better way forwardA powerful question to create clarity immediatelyKey Takeaway:Success is not one universal definition—it’s contextual. Alignment happens when we define it clearly and communicate it intentionally.Call to Action:Ready to create alignment in your life or leadership? Book a 1:1 coaching session to clarify your vision of success and build a path that actually feels as good as it looks.Influential Women VerifiedBuzzsprout-Just Count Me InFacebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailAlignment Reset FormInfluential Women VerifiedIW BadgeEpisode DescriptionYou’re not stuck because you lack clarity. You’re stuck because you keep overriding it.In this episode, we go deeper into alignment—not as a concept, but as a lived experience. If you’ve been feeling exhausted, second-guessing yourself, or stretched between expectations, this conversation will help you understand why.We explore the hidden pattern of over-adjustment—how constantly calibrating yourself to meet external expectations disconnects you from your internal truth.Backed by insights from neuroscience and psychology, you’ll learn why your brain is wired to prioritize belonging, how that leads to subtle misalignment, and what you can do to interrupt the pattern in real time.This is a wake-up call—but also a way forward.What You’ll LearnWhy misalignment is often a result of over-adjustment, not confusionHow the brain processes social rejection as a threat (and why that matters)The concept of cognitive dissonance and how it drains your energyWhat self-congruence is and why it leads to clarity and confidenceHow over-adjustment shows up in leadership, parenting, and daily decisionsSimple, practical ways to reconnect with your internal alignmentKey TakeawaysYou don’t need more information—you need to stop overriding what you already knowAlignment is not something you create; it’s something you uncoverThe cost of staying misaligned is subtle but cumulativeTrue belonging doesn’t require you to adjust who you arResearch & ReferencesSocial pain and the brain (anterior cingulate cortex and rejection response)Self-congruence theory in psychologyGoogle’s Project Aristotle (psychological safety in teams)Work of Carl Rogers on authenticity and self-acceptanceResearch and writing by Brené Brown on belonging vs. fitting inBuzzsprout-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InFacebook-Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailIW BadgeKey Concepts DiscussedWhy alignment requires practice, not just awarenessHow constant device exposure increases stress and reduces presenceThe impact of attention fragmentation on leadership and parentingThe connection between screen use, anxiety, and reduced emotional regulationDesigning environments that support clarity, connection, and performanceResearch-Informed Ideascognitive load: Excess stimulation reduces your ability to think clearlydopamine reward system: Devices reinforce habitual checking and distractionattention residue: Your brain stays partially focused on your phone—even when you’re not using itoxytocin: Human connection supports regulation and trustPractical Takeaways1. Protect Your AttentionNo phones during mealsNo phones in meetings (remove from the room if possible)Use one communal device if needed2. Implement the “First Hour / Last Hour Rule”No screens the first hour of your dayNo screens the last hour before bed3. Create Device-Free ZonesDinner tableBedroomsTeam meetings / classrooms4. Practice Daily AlignmentAsk yourself:“Does this reflect who I am?”“Am I fully present right now?”Leadership ApplicationPhone-free meetings improve engagement and clarityPresence increases trust and team performanceBetter thinking happens in uninterrupted environmentsParenting ApplicationModel intentional tech useProtect connection timeSupport emotional regulation through real interactionResource MentionedYour Amazing Teen Brain (aligns with discussion on screen use and anxiety in younger generations)Reflection PromptWhere is your attention going… and is that where you want your life to go?Buzzsprout-Just Count Me InFacebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailIW BadgeShownotes LinkAlignment Is a Leadership Advantage (Not a Luxury)Summary:In this episode, we explore alignment as a measurable driver of leadership, mindful parenting,  effectiveness, decision-making clarity, and long-term performance. Drawing from real-life reflection, behavioral science, and leadership research, this conversation reframes alignment from a personal concept into a strategic advantage.Key Topics:The hidden cost of misalignment in leadership and lifeCognitive dissonance and its impact on performanceStress, identity, and decision-making researchLeadership presence and team responseParenting through modeling vs. controlInnovation and the “Zone of Genius”Identity renewal and seasonal recalibrationResearch References:Harvard University – Adult development, well-being, and relational healthStanford University – Stress mindset and performance researchHeart-brain coherence and autonomic regulation studiesReflection Questions:Where am I out of alignment right now?What am I maintaining that no longer fits?Where am I leading from pressure instead of clarity?What would change if I trusted my internal signals more?Facebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InInfluential Women VerifiedBuzzsprout-Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailIW BadgeEpisode SummaryDedicated to Isaac. What happens when we continue doing something meaningful even after the audience disappears?In this episode, we explore a story about recovery, cooking, and an unexpected dinner that illustrates a deeper principle: intrinsic motivation.Drawing from psychology, leadership science, and behavioral research, we examine how acting from alignment — rather than approval — builds stronger teams, more resilient families, and healthier teens.Sometimes the most important work happens when the room is empty.Some of the inventions that we value most happened because someone stuck with it even when no one was in the room Because it felt right. Wayne Dyer said, "Some people do things right. "No limits" people do the right thing.And sometimes… that’s exactly when the right people show up.Key Takeaways• Intrinsic motivation leads to sustained growth and resilience • Alignment produces better leadership than approval-seeking • Parents can model internal motivation for their children • Teens benefit from learning to follow values rather than crowds • Environment and identity play a major role in behavior changeReflection QuestionsWhat do you continue doing even when no one is watching?Where in your life are you waiting for approval before acting?What small action this week would align with the person you want to become?Facebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InInfluential Women VerifiedBuzzsprout-Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we explore the truth about real influence and why it has nothing to do with status, performance, or visibility. True influence comes from alignment—when your life, values, and words match. This episode breaks down how parents, leaders, and teens can embody integrity and create meaningful impact through presence, honesty, and self-trust.Key Takeaways:Influence is created through alignment, not performanceChildren learn more from who you are than what you sayLeadership authority is built through integrity, not titlesTeens build influence through self-trust, not popularityReal authority is developed privately before it’s visible publiclyJOURNAL PROMPTSWhere in my life am I performing instead of living honestly?What values matter most to me—and am I living them daily?Where am I seeking validation instead of trusting myself?What would alignment look like in my parenting, leadership, or personal life?What small action today would bring my life and my values closer together?Thank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailIW BadgeConflict isn’t the opposite of connection. Unregulated conflict is.In this episode, we explore why disagreement feels threatening, what neuroscience reveals about our fear of speaking up, and how healthy conflict becomes the birthplace of innovation, intimacy, and expansion.In This Episode We Cover:1. Why Silence Feels Safer Than DisagreementResearch from Amy Edmondson at Harvard Business School shows that high-performing teams aren’t conflict-free — they’re psychologically safe. Safety allows dissent without loss of belonging.2. Why Dissent Makes Groups SmarterStudies by Charlan Nemeth demonstrate that minority opinions increase creativity and prevent premature consensus — even when the dissenting view is incorrect.3. The Nervous System & ConflictAccording to Stephen Porges’s Polyvagal Theory, disagreement can register as threat when past experiences linked speaking up to rejection or punishment. The body reacts before the intellect engages.4. Creative Tension as ExpansionPeter Senge describes “creative tension” as the gap between current reality and a desired future — the very space that generates growth.5. Regulating Before RespondingPractical vagal practices to stay grounded:Inhale 4, exhale 6Feel feet on the floorName shared intentionSeparate ideas from identityKey TakeawaysSilence protects short-term comfort but sacrifices long-term growth.Task conflict strengthens outcomes; personal conflict erodes trust.Regulation is the prerequisite to productive disagreement.Creative tension is a sign of expansion, not dysfunction.Reflection QuestionsWhere do I avoid disagreement to preserve belonging?What early experiences shaped how I interpret conflict?Can I feel physiological activation without collapsing or attacking?What would it look like to stay curious instead of defensive?Facebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InInfluential Women VerifiedThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we explore why people hold back ideas — from students in a classroom to executives in corporate meetings — and what happens when we create environments where ideas are freely shared and heard. We unpack the concept of psychological safety, the science behind it, and real-world implications for innovation, learning, and collaboration.🎧 Key Concepts Covered1) What Psychological Safety IsPsychological safety is defined as a shared belief that a team is safe for interpersonal risk-taking — where people can speak up, admit mistakes, ask questions, and share ideas without fear of embarrassment or retribution. 2) Why People Don’t Share IdeasHumans are socially wired — fear of judgment, rejection, or embarrassment can suppress contribution.In learning environments, students often hesitate to share because of social risk or unestablished trust. Research on group learning shows that students may use conversational strategies (like hedging or joking) to protect themselves when sharing ideas. 3) Psychological Safety Drives InnovationHarvard Business School research by Amy Edmondson highlights that psychologically safe teams are more capable of learning, experimentation, and innovation. Google’s internal research, known as Project Aristotle, found that psychological safety was the strongest predictor of team success — more so than individual talent, tenure, or team composition. In work environments, psychological safety enhances knowledge sharing, idea generation, and adaptive performance. 4) Innovation + DiversityCreating climates where diverse voices feel safe dramatically improves innovation outcomes. Psychological safety allows a wider range of perspectives to be heard and integrated. 5) Psychological Safety in Learning SpacesStudents learn more when they feel safe to express ideas, engage with peers, and revise thinking. Project-based learning and collaborative classrooms show that supportive psychological climates increase student creativity and engagement. 🧠 Actionable TakeawaysFor Leaders & Managers:Cultivate meeting norms where dissent is invited, not punished.Model vulnerability and admit your own mistakes to signal safety.Encouraging questions openly and redirecting blame from individuals to processes fosters trust.For Educators & Parents:Offer multiple ways to contribute (written responses, small-group brainstorms).Normalize idea development — that thinking evolves, and being wrong is part of learning.📚 References & Suggested ReadingEdmondson, A. C., The Fearless Organization – foundational work on psychological safety and innovation. Google’s Project Aristotle — long-term research into team effectiveness and psychological safety. Harvard Graduate School of Education, Why Psychological Safety Matters in Class.Conlin & Scherr, Making Space to Sensemake — academic research on risk and idea-sharing in classroom discussions. Learning Policy Institute strategies for building psychological safety in classrooms.Facebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InInfluential Women VerifiedThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailEpisode Description:As we move into a new era of human-centered leadership, fear-based models in business, education, and parenting are no longer sustainable. In this episode, we use the cultural superstition of Friday the 13th as a case study to explore how inherited beliefs shape behavior — and how values-based awareness can transform the way we lead, parent, and make decisions.This conversation is especially relevant for:Business owners building values-driven companiesParents raising emotionally intelligent children and teensLeaders navigating uncertainty with integrity and clarityKey Themes:The shift from fear-based to values-based systemsEmotional intelligence as a leadership skillTeaching discernment instead of compliancePreparing the next generation for a rapidly changing worldFacebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InInfluential Women VerifiedIW BadgeThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailIn this Season Two opener, we explore why hitting the snooze button may be disrupting your nervous system, how sleep cycles influence morning focus, and why writing down intentions can transform your day. Learn how small, intentional morning habits improve clarity, reduce stress, and help you show up more grounded — even if you have kids or a busy schedule. Perfect for anyone seeking a calmer, more purposeful start.Topics Covered: – Sleep cycles and morning grogginess – Why snoozing increases sleep inertia – Procrastination as a stress response – The neuroscience of writing intentions – Morning practices for busy lives – How tiny habits create lasting changeFacebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InInfluential Women VerifiedIW BadgeThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan Mail             “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.”   Wayne GretzkyWhat if clarity doesn’t come before change — but through courageous conversation?In this episode, Sari explores why we avoid important conversations, how our nervous system responds to emotional stakes, and why courage is the gateway to clarity. Drawing from neuroscience, Mel Robbins’ activation tools, Seth Godin’s insights on bravery, and real-life stories from students, parents, and business leaders, this episode offers a practical framework for navigating uncomfortable conversations with confidence and compassion.You’ll learn how to regulate your emotions, speak with intention, and co-create solutions — whether you’re talking to a teacher, employer, roommate, client, or loved one.Because the conversations we avoid often hold the clarity we seek. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why “hard conversations” feel hard (and what your brain has to do with it) How fear activates the amygdala and blocks clarity Why courage must come before clarity Seth Godin’s perspective on bravery and resistance How Mel Robbins’ 5-4-3-2-1 rule helps you take action despite fear A simple C³ framework for courageous conversations How to speak with curiosity instead of defensiveness What to do when conversations feel tense or unresolved Why most people regret what they didn’t say more than what they did Journal prompts to help you prepare for your own meaningful conversationsFacebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InInfluential Women VerifiedIW BadgeThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailWe explore how resistance after a big yes can be preparation, not a stop sign. Through personal stories, client examples, neuroscience, and the CHANGE framework, we show how to build capacity, align with values, and let confidence grow with calling.• clarity followed by tests that reveal capacity gaps• redefining success beyond vanity metrics and gatekeeping• reframing resistance as information and preparation• nervous system safety, regulation and bandwidth• leaders modeling grounded presence that cultures can feel• the CHANGE framework: clear, heart, align, nourish, gratitude, enjoyIf you like this episode, please let me know. Stop by at social media on Instagram or my Facebook page, Just Count Me In and please leave a commentIf there's anybody that you think could benefit from this episode, please forward it to themFacebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InInfluential Women VerifiedIW BadgeThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailIW BadgeA quiet grounding episode honoring the power in the pause, the dark moon, and the science of integration- released as a threshold between what has been and what is becoming.Please hit the subscribe button, download, and share it with them I would love it if you left me a comment on Apple Podcast as well Stop by at social media on Instagram or my Facebook page, just count me in, and please leave a comment If there's anybody that you think could benefit from this episode, please forward it to themInfluential Women VerifiedInstagram- Just Count Me InFacebook-Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailIn this deeply personal episode, Sari reflects on the women who shaped her life—not through goals or achievements, but through the standards they embodied.From a mother who lived ahead of her time and taught the cost of silencing one’s truth, to a grandmother who survived unimaginable trauma and still chose love, to the women who steadied, inspired, and called her forward—this episode is a tribute to legacy, resilience, creativity, and becoming.This conversation invites listeners to reflect on the standards they inherited, the ones they live by, and the legacy they are shaping for the generations to come.In This Episode, You’ll ExploreThe difference between goals and standardsHow women transmit values through lived exampleIntergenerational resilience and healingCreativity, survival, and living authenticallyWhy unfinished dreams often become inherited callingsReflection QuestionWhose standards are shaping your life—and which ones are asking to be reclaimed?Facebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InInfluential Women VerifiedIW BadgeThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailInfluential Women VerifiedAs the year comes to a close, many people feel pressure to set goals and define the future — even while exhausted.In this episode, we explore a different approach:What if alignment matters more than goals?Drawing from neuroscience research, lived experience, and reflective practice, this episode explores how chronic stress often stems from incongruence — the gap between who we truly are and who we feel we need to be.You’ll learn:Why alignment is a nervous system state, not a mindsetHow incongruence keeps the brain in survival modeWhy choosing a personal standard can feel more regulating than setting goalsA short regulation practice to help you reconnect with what feels honestThis episode is for anyone seeking clarity, ease, and truth as they enter the new year.Facebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailAfter a week of deep presence with family, we unpack the difference between doing what looks right and choosing what feels true, and why that distinction changes everything from motivation to joy. What if the most powerful shift you make this year isn’t a bigger goal, but a softer nervous system? What are you no longer available for? What are you now ready for? We pull back the curtain on fear-based habits and performance pressure to reveal a steadier path: alignment you can feel in your body, not just measure on a calendar. You’ll hear how safety and connection unlock the brain’s natural learning systems and how to spot alignment.  We share practical ways to close the year with integrity and start the next one with clarity.  If you identify as sensitive, thoughtful, or burnt out by demands at work, school, or home, this conversation offers permission and tools to create the conditions you need to thrive.We also talk about our private, highly personal coaching for those who want guidance in nervous system regulation, self-trust, and aligned action. Whether you’re ready for 1:1 support or simply want a place to breathe and reflect, you’ll leave with kinder questions and doable steps that make real change possible. If this resonated, subscribe, share with someone who needs it today, and leave a review to help more listeners find their way to alignment.Facebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan Mail Presence Over Performance: The Gift That Matters More Than PerfectionWhat if the most meaningful gift you could give isn’t something you buy — but how you show up?In this episode of Transform Your Life: Just Count Me In, we explore the powerful shift from performance to presence— especially during the holidays, but also in everyday life. Not every family looks like a Hallmark movie, and that’s okay. In fact, letting go of perfection may be the very thing that brings us closer.Through gentle reflection, simple neuroscience, and wisdom from Maya Angelou, Brené Brown, Ram Dass, and Thich Nhat Hanh, this episode offers permission to soften expectations, release pressure, and reconnect with what truly matters.People may not remember what you bought them — but they will remember how you made them feel.This episode is for parents, families, sensitive souls, and anyone who feels the weight of trying to “get it right,” and is ready to choose presence instead.In this episode, you’ll explore:Presence over performance during the holidays and beyondWhy perfectionism creates pressure instead of connectionHow family imperfection is normal — not a failureThe nervous system science behind why calm presence mattersWhy emotional memory lasts longer than material giftsA gentle winter solstice reflection on rest and stillnessSimple, meaningful ways to give the gift of presenceIncludes a short guided presence practice to help you slow down, regulate your nervous system, and reconnect — even in difficult or imperfect moments.Key reminder:You don’t have to perform to be loved.Your presence is already enough.If you’re ready to trade pressure for presence, this is your gentle invitation. Follow the show, share it with someone who needs a softer season, and leave a quick review so more listeners can find their way to calmer, kinder holidays. Your presence is already the gift—thanks for bringing it here.Instagram- Just Count Me InFacebook-Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan Mail The holidays are meant to be a season of miracles, belief, love, and light. In this conversation, we get honest about the invisible pressure of December and choose a different path: presence over performance, fullness over fear, and a steady, sustainable glow over short bursts of forced cheer. We explore how holiday pressure collides with the season’s natural call to rest, and how shifting from performance to presence restores calm, connection and joy. We unpack the neuroscience of stress, offer a simple body check for aligned giving and remind ourselves that love never asks for proof.You'll learn how to:Understand holiday pressure through the nervous systemRelease over-giving without losing generosityAlign with the natural inward energy of winterBring light with without burning yourself outRemember that you are already enoughThis episode is for anyone longing for peace, simplicity, and authentic connection during the holidays.Thank you for giving the gift of your time by listening to this podcast I hope it alleviates pressure so that you are free to enjoy and fully experience this season of giving.If this spoke to you, subscribe for weekly tools and reflections, share it with someone who could use a gentler season, and leave a review to help others find the show. Your presence helps this community grow.Instagram- Just Count Me InFacebook-Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailGratitude is more than a feeling-it's a practice, a perspective, and a powerful spiritual force. In this heart opening episode we explore the sacred layers of gratitude=from appreciating what's visible to trusting the unseen miracles still unfolding. We reflect on the power of light in darkness, the courage to believe before proof appears, and how faith becomes a bridge between where you are and the miracles ahead. This episode is for anyone feeling discouraged, or longing to reconnect with hope, trust, and meaning. Whether you are on a spiritual path, a personal growth journey, navigating grief, parenting challenges, or simply craving deeper meaning-this episode will gently guide you back to hope, trust, light, and divine timing. This is for listeners searching for a gratitude practice, faith in hard times, spiritual healing, holiday meaning,  emotional resilience, and trusting diving timing. fatih and trust, spiritual growth, miracle mindset, transformation, emotional healing, holiday reflection, trust the process, mindset coaching, gratitude, meditation, parenting support, healing journey, awakening, inspired living, resilience, light in darkness, manifestation through faithMiracles multiply where gratitude lives. Thank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan Mail# 45 Ever notice how family gatherings can make the most grounded version of you vanish in seconds? We dive into why that happens and how to protect your peace without shutting down your heart. explore how to stay sovereign and loving when family dynamics trigger old roles, and how to stop shrinking to soothe. We share three simple practices, journal prompts, affirmations, and a calming guided moment to help you hold your light through the holidays.Perfect for anyone seeking personal growth emotional healing, confidence, and healthier relationships during the holidays. Please, please like, subscribe, and download this episode because it helps the podcastHit subscribe and join me on this journeyIf this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration todayStop by at social media on Instagram or my Facebook page, just count me in and please leave a comment Thank you so much for taking the time to listen. This means so much to me. If this podcast helps even one person enjoy the holidays more, mission accomplished. Please let me know~ SariFacebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailWhen life looks fine on the outside but feels heavy inside, that mismatch is a quiet invitation to reset. Your assignment is to release the emotional clutter that's been weighing on your heart. We open the door to emotional clearing with a grounded, step-by-step practice that turns fog into focus without forcing a thing.In today's calming, healing episode we walk through a simple 3=step ritual to help you let go of heavy energy, old patterns, and overwhelming emotions and step into clarity, peace and alignment. This episode is perfect for anyone feeling stuck, drained, or ready for a fresh start. you will feel lighter, clearer, and more connected to yourself. If this resonated, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could use a clean slate today. Your next miracle needs a little space—let’s make it together. If you have been craving a new beginning....it starts today.Facebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailRemember the last time you felt fully alive—not just entertained, but awake in your own skin? Are you tired of watching people live their lives while you are sitting on the sidelines?  We explore what's keeping many of us stuck and how to reclaim a sense of agency with one small, deliberate action. The post-COVID world trained us to research, scroll, and observe; it also thinned our social muscles and normalized busyness as a shield. We unpack what the data shows about screens, anxiety, and loneliness while keeping the focus on what actually changes your day: clearing drains, naming blocks, and building momentum through tiny, real-world steps.This conversation is about being counted in. Not someday, not when it’s perfect—today. If you’ve been waiting for the right plan, the right timing, or the right version of yourself, consider this your nudge. Let's do a little fall cleaning before we wrap this year up.  Subscribe for more practical coaching, share this with a friend who needs momentum, and leave a review so we can reach more people ready to trade scrolling for living. What’s the smallest offline step you’ll take this week?Stop Watching Start LivingFacebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailDo you ever feel torn between what you want to do and what you feel obligated to do-especially during the holidays? We'll  explore how learned guilt hijacks choice, drains energy, and crowds out joy, especially during the holidays. You'll learn how to release the emotional weight of guilt, reconnect with your truth, and give from love-not obligation.  We will share personal stories, clear definitions, and practical tools to move from obligation to authenticity. If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today.And remember to subscribe so you don't miss next week's episode on creating emotional boundaries during the holidays.Facebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailHave you ever felt drained even when you've done nothing? What if the things stealing your energy aren’t loud at all, but subtle—polite, familiar, almost reasonable?  Let's talk about where your energy is going and how to get it back. If you’ve felt the “people hangover,” the creeping anxiety, or the nagging sense you’re carrying more than your share, this conversation offers a path back to clarity, authenticity, and steady self-trust take a wider look at how to spot drains across your life and how to build the muscle of letting go without losing your heart.If this sparked something, follow the show, share it with someone who needs it, and leave a quick review. Your stories and reflections help this community grow—what’s one drain you’re ready to release this week?If this sparked something, follow the show, share it with someone who needs it, and leave a quick review. Your stories and reflections help this community grow—what’s one drain you’re ready to release this week?Instagram- Just Count Me InFacebook-Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we explore the life of Christy Brown, author of My Left Foot, and the difference between empowering love and enabling love. Christy was born with cerebral palsy. He learned to write with his left foot-guided by a mother who believed in his strength, and refused to shield him from his weaknesses. Discover the neuroscience of resilience, the spirituality or belief, and the practical ways you can embody empowering love in your own life. If Christy Brown's story moved you, share this episode with someone who needs to remember the power of belief and the difference between the love that protects and the love that empowers. If you like this episode, please let me know. Stop by at social media on Instagram or my Facebook page, just count me in, and please leave a comment. If there's anybody that you think could benefit from this episode, please forward it to them. With gratitude,SariJournal and Affirmation GuideFacebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan Mail# 39  If you have ever asked "Why this?" When life hands you a change you didn’t choose, the mind jumps to threat and the heart tightens. We’re unpacking a compassionate way through: how to use contrast as feedback, ask better questions, and shift your brain from bracing to creating—without faking positivity or bypassing real feelings.Thank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan Mail#38 In this episode I share how my encounter with a dying butterfly reminded me that compassion, presence, and loving (not fixing) transforms our lives through neuroscience, mindfulness, and spiritual alignment. We explore how  kindness rewires our brains for peace. Kindness is coherence. Presence is love in action.I’ll put the a link to the video in the show notes hereShow Notes. In this episode we explore:The science of kindness and compassion: how it changes your brainHow to find meaning-even in endings-by savoring pure connectionListen and realign with the miracles around you Thank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode my former coaching client shares how she found her way from heartbreak to healing, from identity crisis to spiritual renewal. The journey from darkness and uncertainty to a grounded, fulfilled life she loves.  We talk about courage, change, perseverance, faith, divine timing, and the beauty of letting go so something greater can flow in.  Don't miss this one! Download the Free Journal Guide and Affirmations below. You're Never Stuck - Journal and Affirmation GuideFacebook-Just Count Me InInstagram- Just Count Me InFacebook-Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailHave you ever wondered when 'good enough' is good enough? Sari shares a story from a session that inspired her to explore the balance between effort and ease. Discover why we stop short, and take away some tools to help you remain in integrity with yourself,  and become the person you are meant to be. Good Enough Journal&Affirmation GuideJust Count Me In FacebookInstagram Just Count Me InThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Sari shares a deeply personal story of courage and loss showing how identity shapes abundance. Learn how to step into a new self-concept even when it feels scary.  Backed by neuroscience and spiritual wisdom. Expand your capacity to receive. Do it scared. Please share this episode with someone who might benefit, and like, subscribe and leave a comment to support the podcast. You can download the free journal prompts, affirmations, and guided meditation PDF linked in the show notes.https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566883002270https://www.instagram.com/saristone2025/Downloadable Journal Guide/AffirmationsThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan Mail If you’re ready to open to guidance, strengthen your intuition, or explore living in flow, this episode will give you insights and practical tools for transformation. Have you ever wondered what synchronicity really means? In this episode of Transform Your Life: Just Count Me In, Sari Stone unpacks the concept of meaningful coincidences, or signs from the universe, and shows how they can guide you toward greater alignment and inspired living. Sari explains how to recognize synchronicity, trust your intuition, and live more fully in flow.  Listen to more episodes of Transform Your Life: Just Count Me In Download the free journal prompts from this episode  Synchronicity Mini Guide and Journal Follow Sari on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saristone2025/ Follow Sari on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566883002270Dance BreakThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailWhat would you do if you knew you couldn't fail? In this episode we'll explore why failure is not the end of the road but a doorway to growth, realignment and flow through brain science, spiritual wisdom, and practical insights to help you reframe failure as a sacred part of success. The Japanese art of Kintsugi repairs broken pottery with gold, highlighting rather than hiding the cracks. What if we approached our failures with the same reverence? What if the cracks in our plans are precisely where the light gets in? In this episode, you'll discover how to transform your relationship with failure, seeing it not as proof of weakness but as evidence of your willingness to grow, try new things, and live fully in integrity with yourself.https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566883002270https://www.instagram.com/saristone2025/Thank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailAre you ready to expand your container for joy, love, health, and abundance?  Ever noticed how you sabotage yourself or get nervous just when everything's going perfectly? Your nervous system maintains a happiness and success "thermostat."  The revolutionary understanding of neuroplasticity gives us hope: we can permanently raise our happiness set point. "Remember—expansion is your natural state. You don't have to earn it, force it, or fear it. You just need to hold space for it by releasing limits that were never yours to begin with.Thank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailDr. Lisa Miller's research on "the awakened brain" reveals what spiritual traditions have always taught—our brains toggle between two modes. The achievement brain keeps us focused and driven but can fuel anxiety when overused. The awareness brain opens us to connection, creativity, and flow. During moments of connection—whether through meditation, prayer, or simply watching a sunset—our default mode network quiets, our parietal lobes soften their boundary-drawing activity, and regions associated with compassion light up.The episode includes practical tools to access your awakened brain: journal prompts to explore your connection experiences, affirmations to reinforce your sense of oneness, and a guided meditation to experience this shift firsthand. Download the free Awaken Brain Map from the show notes to bring these practices into your daily life.https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Sc_kaLpZTWbuBnPsoEvRchhPFJ8yIimg/view?usp=share_link https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nua_XVsZlR5aVY-j_SvsughCd3ycDU8h/view?usp=share_link If this episode resonated with you, please share it and join our community through the podcast, Facebook group, or email list. Together, we're remembering how to fly.https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566883002270https://www.instagram.com/saristone2025/Thank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailThis episode explores what happens when we forget our innate power-through the story of a brilliant bird who forgot how to fly-and how neuroscience subconscious reprogramming, and Rumi's wisdom can help us remember our forgotten potential, and rise.• Alex, a bird who spoke three languages but forgot to fly after a storm, mirrors our human tendency to forget our capabilities• Many of us crawl through life not by conscious choice but because our brain's survival wiring makes us believe it's safer• The brain creates neural pathways that become default responses when we experience pain after taking risks• Our Default Mode Network (DMN) reinforces limiting beliefs whenever we're on autopilot• Chronic stress hijacks our prefrontal cortex, literally preventing us from seeing new possibilities• Neuroplasticity means our brains can change at any age through visualization, identity work, and embracing novelty• Try journal prompts to identify where you've forgotten your wings and what soaring would look like for you• Use the guided meditation to reconnect with your innate potential to flyDownload the guide "Remember Your Wings: Three Steps to Rewire Your Mind for Possibility" in the show notes. Please subscribe to the podcast and sign up for the email list to stay connected.https://www.instagram.com/saristone2025/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566883002270Thank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailBoundaries aren't walls they are bridges to healthier, more aligned connections. Setting clear boundaries creates space where you can love yourself and others simultaneously, transforming how you experience relationships and life.Remember: "Every time I say no to someone else, it's a yes to myself"Please subscribe to the podcast, leave a review if you can, and share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that boundaries are beautiful.https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566883002270https://www.instagram.com/saristone2025/Thank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailDiscover the hidden costs of our most socially accepted dependency in this revealing exploration of screen addiction. When was the last time you could sit comfortably without reaching for your phone? This compulsion isn't weakness—it's neuroscience at work, and understanding it is the first step toward freedom.Drawing from personal experience and client work, I unpack why breaking screen addiction proves uniquely challenging. What makes this addiction particularly insidious is its invisibility. Ready to break free? Share your digital detox experience by tagging me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/saristone2025/ and sign up on my landing page to be added to my email list so you can access special coaching offers available this month. Remember to check your spam folder for the confirmation email just in case!Thank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailWe explore the counterintuitive power of rest and the science behind why doing nothing might be exactly what you need for greater creativity, healing, and productivity. Rest is your superpower. Stillness isn't laziness—it's essential internal maintenance.• The science of stillness: rest activates our default mode network linked to insight, self-reflection and problem-solving• Neuroscience shows rest helps consolidate learning and strengthens neuroplasticity• Our society has a cortisol addiction that makes stillness feel uncomfortable or unsafe• Cultural conditioning ties our value to productivity, making rest feel like weakness• Inspiration from Einstein, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Seinfeld—all created brilliance through periods of rest• Rest isn't indulgent—it's revolutionary and aligned with natural rhythms• Simple affirmations and practices to help you reclaim the power of doing nothingGo to Kit to sign up for the email list to get your freebee Journal Page to go with this episode. Please forward this episode to someone who might need a break or has rest imposed on them through circumstances. Subscribe to the podcast and visit my new landing page where you can sign up for my email list.http://transformyourlife-just-count-me-in.kit.com/aa131244eehttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566883002270https://www.instagram.com/saristone2025/Thank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailHave you ever noticed how often we overcomplicate things? That gap in my floor I thought would require hours of repair—fixed in minutes with a few taps of a hammer. This moment perfectly captures what this episode explores: what if everything we're struggling with could actually be easy?Most of us were raised on the "do-have-be" model—do the work, have the rewards, then be happy. But what if we've had it backward all along? When we shift to "be-do-have," we choose the feeling state first, take inspired action from that alignment, and then receive results that often exceed our expectations. This isn't about being lazy; it's about finding the path of least resistance.The universe responds to our energy. When we approach challenges with questions like "Show me how easy this can be" or "Wouldn't it be interesting if this just worked itself out?"—rather than declaring "I've got to figure this out"—we open ourselves to creative solutions and synchronicities. This episode guides you through practical ways to embody ease, including journal prompts to identify where you're making things harder than necessary, affirmations to shift your energy, and a meditation to physically experience what ease feels like in your body.With the playful Leo new moon energy supporting us next week, now is the perfect time to experiment with lightening up. Try asking yourself: "How can this be more playful? How can I have fun with it? What would happen if I trusted a little more today?" Remember, ease isn't laziness—it's alignment. Your birthright is to experience flow, and sometimes the solutions are as simple as a few taps of a hammer. Click on the Landing Page Link to subscribe to my email list and have access to meditations, journal pages, affirmations, and be the first to hear about new offers.  Subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode, and reach out for one of my free summer coaching calls before the offer ends on Labor Day!   Free Journal Guide PDF Below (copy and paste in your browser)https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:e4e29118-8710-4421-ace2-ce2e64d33030http://transformyourlife-just-count-me-in.kit.com/aa131244eeThank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailTrue success isn't something we chase but something we allow when we align with our authentic selves rather than external validation. We often lose our joy when success gets redefined for us by others, just like the toddler at the beach who was happy playing catch until his older brother pointed out he couldn't catch the ball properly.• Spirit-led success is guided by peace, not driven by pressure• Success that's aligned with your values doesn't cost you your health, joy or authenticity• External validation feels good but becomes problematic when we alter ourselves to get it• Like digital algorithms that suggest content based on our focus, we attract what we align with• Success and failure look different for everyone-it's about how you feelContact me on Instagram or Facebook Email  [email protected] for special summer coaching packages if you're ready to step into a lighter, more pure version of yourself and discover what success truly feels like for your soul.https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566883002270https://www.instagram.com/saristone2025/Thank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailYou don't need permission to be free. The door was never locked. This is about spiritual freedom. Energetic freedom. We're exploring how to liberate ourselves from invisible conditioning that keeps us stuck in cycles of approval-seeking, overworking, self-doubt, and playing small. This episode discusses living in alignment with fifth-dimensional consciousness, where freedom isn't just a concept but a vibration.• Freedom involves recognizing and releasing old beliefs around money, time, and fear-based obligation• The "veil" represents conditioning and programming that can be rewritten• True freedom means releasing the belief that time is scarce and that our worth depends on productivity• Fifth-dimensional living prioritizes trust over fear, intuition over obligation, and flow over force• When we free ourselves, we unconsciously give others permission to do the same• Spiritual maturity means freeing yourself without forcing others to change• Freedom reverses the "have-then-be" philosophy to "be-then-have"• Journal prompts offered include examining what old beliefs influence your decisions• Meditation practice helps access the feeling of freedom in your bodyIf you liked this episode, please let me know. Stop by on Instagram or my Facebook page "Just Count Me In" and if there's anybody you think could benefit from this episode, please forward it to them.Thank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailNavigating the subtle line between anxiety and intuition can be challenging, especially for those of us working to overcome old patterns of worry. During a recent trip to Los Angeles, a seemingly normal airport departure turned into a powerful lesson about trusting myself and recognizing when my body is signaling genuine intuition versus habitual anxiety.Take Aways• Recognize when anxiety may actually be intuition trying to get our attention• How old conditioning can make us doubt ourselves even when we're right• Learn the differences between anxiety and intuition in our bodies• Explore how different upbringings affect our responses to stress • Learn how to listen through our fears • Find the courage to trust yourself when it might make you seem "too much"• Embrace affirmations that strengthen self-trust and inner wisdomPlease subscribe to the podcast, share it with a friend, leave a review, or share it with a family member who's navigating the balance between self-trust and old conditioning. Your growth matters, your intuition is valid, and your journey is unfolding in divine time.Thank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailWe celebrate the summer solstice as a spiritual checkpoint• Timing of growth follows its own divine schedule, like wildflowers that bloom exactly when they're meant to• Standing still isn't failure but necessary alignment—solstice literally means "sun standing still"• Light reveals truth and brings clarity, washing away what no longer serves us• Many of us dim our light to make others comfortable, disconnecting from our authentic selves• The pause between action is where transformation often beginsIf this episode met you where you are or you know someone who needs permission to pause, please share it with them. Leave a review and tag me on Instagram @justcountmein to let me know what resonated with you.Thank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailStep into a world where hustle gives way to harmony, and burning out transforms into burning bright. In this inspiring episode Sari sits down with the luminous Ava Rose, a guide for women seeking to reclaim their innate radiance and live a life aligned with their deepest truth. Ava shares her revolutionary approach to navigating a world that often demands "more", offering profound insights into the power of slowing down, embracing diving timing, and connecting with feminine energy and lunar alignments. Tune in to discover how to redefine success, embrace your inherent worth, and "Just Count Me In."Thank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailHave you ever felt stuck in the waiting room of life? This week I am diving into what it really means to trust Divine Timing and how to use that waiting time. The wait isn't a pause, it is a preparation. When you stop pushing and re=align, synchronicity starts flowing.Thank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

Send us Fan MailHave you ever felt like you needed someone else's approval before moving forward with something important? Or questioned whether you were good enough, ready enough, or worthy enough? From a young age, we're conditioned to look outside ourselves for validation—but what if the most powerful guidance you need is already inside you?Your inner knowing is sacred and strong, even when it speaks in whispers. The journey of self-discovery isn't a destination but a beautiful unfolding that gets easier with practice. As your brain becomes familiar with this new way of being, your life will transform in ways you never imagined. Stop dimming your light and come home to yourself—because you're more powerful than you know, not because of what you've achieved, but because of who you truly are.#FAITHOVERFEAR #INNERKNOWING # INTUITION # SPIRITUALAWAKENING # RAMDASS #ESTERABRAHAMHICKS #WAYNEDYER #TEENLIVING #HEARTCENTEREDLIFE Thank you for joining me!If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!