Wisdom in Progress

Failure has a way of getting personal. After something doesn’t go the way you hoped, the mind starts replaying the moment, searching for meaning, and turning one experience into a story about who you are. In this episode of Wisdom in Progress, we explore what it means to fail forward fast. Not by rushing past disappointment or pretending it does not hurt, but by learning how to recover before failure becomes identity. You will hear how the brain creates meaning after setbacks, why people stay stuck in self-judgment, and how to shift from replaying the moment to learning from it. This conversation is about resilience, self-awareness, and giving yourself permission to move again. Because failure is not always the thing that holds you back. Sometimes it is the story you tell yourself afterward. If you want to work with Evelyn on working through life transitions using NLP and coaching techniques, book a Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/eveeriff-k2q/30min Until next time, remember, every step forward is Wisdom In Progress.

Beth and Evelyn discuss how Thoughts → Emotions → Behaviors → Actions → Reality. They also provide some useful information on how to train your inner voice to start working for you, not against you. With a science-based approach, you start to learn how your thoughts become your default filters for interpreting reality. If you are interested in the guided meditation discussed in this episode, you can find it here: https://youtu.be/tXoo_0GttIE?si=58YTdQp6ccB_OE0x If you want to work with Evelyn on working through life transitions using NLP and coaching techniques, book a Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/eveeriff-k2q/30min Until next time, remember, every step forward is Wisdom In Progress. Join the mailing list to learn more about Her Next MOVES™ https://hernextmoves.mysamcart.com/her-next-moves-framework-1 Follow me •Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hernextmovesframework/ •YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@HerNextMovesFramework •Threads https://www.threads.com/@evelynsophie_6 •Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580212923911 @HerNextMOVESFramework #WisdomInProgress #LifeTransition ##InnerWork #SelfTrust #NewBeginnings

S2E6-Why Advice Doesn’t Change Your Life Why doesn’t advice actually change your life? In this episode of Wisdom In Progress, we break down the gap between knowing what to do and actually doing it. From setting boundaries to making life changes, most people already have the answers, so why do we stay stuck? Backed by behavioral psychology and neuroscience, this conversation explores why motivation isn’t the problem, systems are. Learn how readiness, emotional regulation, support, and structure play a critical role in creating real, lasting change. If you’ve ever felt inspired by advice but struggled to follow through, this episode will help you understand why, and what to do instead. If you’re ready for that kind of deeper work, you can book a Clarity Coaching Session with me https://calendly.com/eveeriff-k2q/30min. It’s a focused conversation designed to help you untangle what feels confusing and start moving toward what matters most. Until next time, remember, every step forward is Wisdom In Progress.

This special Podcasthon 2026 episode of Wisdom in Progress spotlights the impactful work of Chrysalis Center, Inc., a Connecticut nonprofit helping individuals and families rebuild stability, dignity, and independence. Joined by Summer Sivetz, the conversation explores how programs like supportive housing, food security initiatives, workforce development, and the La Cocina Culinary Arts social enterprise create real pathways forward for people navigating life after instability. Summer shares the story behind Chrysalis Center’s mission, the values that guide their work, and how community partnerships help drive lasting change. Listeners are also invited to reflect on the causes that resonate most with them through a short interactive quiz and to consider how they can support organizations making a difference. If this conversation moves you, learn more about Chrysalis Center and discover ways to support their mission through volunteering, sharing the episode, or donating. Because meaningful change begins with awareness.

Welcome back to Wisdom In Progress. How do you answer, “Tell me about yourself.” Do you start with your job? This episode focuses on separating who you are from what you do. You’ll get a better understanding of how you can redefine yourself by who you are first and what you do second Share your reflections, questions, or takeaways to [email protected]. Your thoughts help shape future episodes, and there’s a good chance your question might spark the next conversation on the podcast. And if this topic hits a little deeper for you, if you’re in a season of transition, reinvention, or asking bigger questions about your next chapter, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I work with women who are ready to move from uncertainty to clarity. Together, we explore who you are beneath the roles, reconnect with your strengths, and create a path forward that fits your life. If you’re ready for that kind of deeper work, you can book a Clarity Coaching Session with me https://calendly.com/eveeriff-k2q/30min. It’s a focused conversation designed to help you untangle what feels confusing and start moving toward what matters most. Until next time, remember, every step forward is Wisdom In Progress.

What do you imagine when you hear the word purpose? Inspiration, pressure, a preconditioned or preconceived expectation to “have it figured out”. This episode of Wisdom In Progress is a little different. Our guest speaker, Bill from InPurpose hosts a mini-workshop to help us make sense of purpose and maybe help us each find our own and provide you with tons of important information. You can connect with Bill at InPurpose by visiting their website https://www.inpurpose.co/. Send us your comments, questions and feedback at [email protected]; we’d love to hear from you.

In this heart-forward episode of Wisdom In Progress, our special guest, Tyler, the owner of Enfuse Fitness, helps us uncover the connection between mind and heart in this episode dedicated to women’s heart health. We dive beyond the typical focus on numbers: cholesterol, blood pressure, steps, calories, to the benefits of drinking water, movement, and commitment. You can connect with Tyler at Enfuse Fitness by visiting their website https://www.enfusefitness.com/ or following Enfuse Fitness on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/enfusefitness. If you are interested in learning more about the Norwegian 4x4, here is a website with some information. https://norwegian4x4.com/posts/beginners-guide-norwegian-4x4-workout Send us your comments, questions and feedback at [email protected] **There were some technical issues with sound in this recording. You may also hear us step on each other's words; that didn’t really happen. 😊

Beth and Evelyn are joined by Tanya to discuss rituals in this episode of Wisdom In Progress. Together, they dive into why humans create rituals, why your brain needs them, why rituals are not inherently religious, and how rituals shape your sense of safety, identity, and control. And, the Ritual Awareness Quiz helps you to understand if you have or need an anchor.

This fun episode of Wisdom in Progress involves everyday habits and starts with a deceptively simple question: Which body part do you wash first in the shower? Beth and Evelyn discuss the neuroscience and psychology behind habit loops, sensory prioritization, identity patterns, and nervous system regulation behind your shower habits.

Beth and Evelyn talk about the annual ritual that so many of us engage in: New Year’s resolutions. Resolutions come from the FIXED mindset of “I need to fix X.” A Word of the Year works with your brain instead of against it. Share your Word of the Year with us at [email protected].

Beth and Evelyn talk about turning life’s messy moments into meaningful clarity. This episode is about managing holiday stress. Sometimes, the most “magical” time of year, well, doesn’t feel so magical. They talk about why the holidays sometimes make you anxious or like you are on a rollercoaster. And, just to be clear, you are not alone.

Beth and Evelyn talk about values. Not the values we say we have, but the ones we actually live. Because when there’s a gap between what matters most and how we show up, we feel it as stress, guilt, or that quiet voice that says, something’s off. When we are aligned with our values, we experience dopamine (motivation), serotonin (well-being), and oxytocin (connection). But, misalignment, triggering stress, and cognitive dissonance. In short, living in congruence with your values calms your nervous system. ***The exercise portion was removed (because it was very long). If you are interested in learning more, email [email protected].

Beth and Evelyn explain the difference between capacity and capability, two words that sound similar, but determine whether you thrive or burn out. They will discuss what happens to you when your skills outpace your energy and time, and how to realign your calendar, commitments, and capacity with your values. And, the “Are You at Capacity or Just Running on Capability?” quiz will help you discover whether you’re thriving, stretching, or running on empty.

Beth and Evelyn talk about moving away from your comfort zone to get from where you are to where you’re going. They tackle the big myth that growth only happens outside your comfort zone by reviewing the different zones of experience (Comfort, Stretch, and Panic).

Beth and Evelyn dive into a truth we’ve all faced: Change happens. Sometimes it’s planned. Sometimes it blindsides us. But either way, it’s inevitable. They and guest speaker, Olivia, will use Dr. Spencer Johnson’s classic parable, Who Moved My Cheese? to talk about how we respond to change determines whether we stay stuck in fear.

Beth and Evelyn have a great conversation with Deborah Weed, a dynamic creator and founder of The Self-Worth Initiative. From award-winning branding to children's musicals, she’s now on a mission to help people rediscover their value through creativity, story, and play. Today’s episode is all about self-worth, what it is, how we lose it, and, more importantly, how we reclaim it. Connect with Deborah at: • Email paisleyfashionforest.com, • Instagram at @deborah.weed, • Facebook at @deborahweed. We’d love to hear from you! We’d love to hear how you are Reclaiming Your Worth. Email us at [email protected] if you would like a PDF of 'What’s Your Worthiness Wake-Up Call?’ quiz or to share your thoughts and experiences with us. Your stories could inspire others on their journey.

Beth and Evelyn dive into one of the most misunderstood topics: the confidence gap. Confidence is often framed as something women lack, but research and real-world experience show that’s only part of the story. What if the problem isn’t your confidence, but the conditioning you’ve received? And what if small, aligned actions could shift everything?

Beth and Evelyn talk about the “O,” not that “O”; the “O” from Her Next M.O.V.E.S. - Own Your Strengths. In this episode, they’re talking about learning how to step into every room with clarity, groundedness, and confidence. This episode is about making that shift, from self-doubt to self-trust, from playing small to showing up fully. If you’ve ever felt like you had to downplay what you’re good at, this is for you.

Evelyn sans Beth (she’s on vacation) talks about knowing your worth, how to choose your space. If you are not valued, it’s because you are in the wrong place. Those who know your value are those who appreciate you. She helps you unpack and understand your sense of self-worth and where you could flourish.

Beth and Evelyn dive into a topic that might feel uncomfortable: owning your mistakes. Inevitably, we all make them. The difference maker is how we respond to them; that makes the biggest difference. They will give you real-life examples, mindset shifts, and tools to help you take accountability without shame and turn missteps into momentum. The magic is in the Mindset Shift.

Beth and Evelyn talk about what happens if you’ve ever had life completely veer off the path you planned. In this episode, they talk about managing the unexpected: how to stay grounded, make clear decisions, and even grow from life’s interruptions. Because let’s be honest, the unexpected isn’t an if, it’s a when. So, if you’re in one of those ‘off-script’ seasons right now, know you’re not alone.

Beth and Evelyn discuss strategies for managing the unexpected. If you’ve ever had life completely veer off the path you planned, this episode is for you. They discuss how to stay grounded, make clear decisions, and even grow from life’s interruptions. Because let’s be honest, the unexpected isn’t an if; it’s a when.

Beth and Evelyn discuss the myths that block our growth. They unpack the beliefs that quietly sabotage your next move and discuss how mindset drives behavior, which in turn drives the results you get.

Beth and Evelyn explore the intersections of purpose, power, and personal evolution. They will reframe surrender from something passive to something profound, exploring insights from Mel Robbins’ “Let Them” Theory and the ancient philosophy of Arete, which teaches us to live with excellence through virtue and purpose.

Beth and Evelyn answer some frequently asked questions.

Beth and Evelyn explore something at the heart of human connection: Storytelling. Whether you're building a business, teaching a class, bonding with a friend, raising a family, or healing from something personal, your story matters. They discuss why storytelling is so powerful and how you can use your story to inspire, educate, and transform the world around you.

Beth and Evelyn discuss discovering your purpose and aligning it with a career that lights you up. Along with special guest host Sean, they talk about uncovering your strengths and passion, whether purpose is found or created, and provide steps to help you align your passion with a career that will bring you joy.

Beth and Evelyn ask, “Have you ever wondered why some people seem to attract opportunities while others struggle to be noticed effortlessly?” What do people say about you when you’re not in the room? How do you show up—online, in meetings, or in social interactions? Are you seen as trustworthy? Inspiring? A thought leader?” It all comes down to branding. They discuss crafting a strong personal and professional brand that sets you apart.

Beth and Evelyn discuss Imposter Syndrome. They divide into what it is, why so many of us experience it, and, most importantly, how to beat it. The episode will unpack the five types of imposter syndrome, share real stories, and give you actionable strategies to build confidence in work and life.

Beth and Evelyn discuss why adult friendships can feel complicated or rewarding. Adult friendships matter because our social connections are intertwined with our well-being, personal growth, and happiness. They will explore the challenges and joys of friendship and provide actionable advice (at least some stories) for building and maintaining them as adults.

Beth and Evelyn discuss the unique challenges and rewards of caring for aging parents while raising children. The Sandwich Generation refers to adults caring for their children and aging parents. These individuals are "sandwiched" between two caregiving roles, often balancing the emotional, financial, and physical demands of supporting children while also addressing the needs of elderly family members.

Mindset is crucial for achieving goals, overcoming challenges, and creating lasting change because it fundamentally shapes how we perceive and respond to the world. Today, Beth and Evelyn discuss understanding mindset and its impact, shifting from a fixed to a growth mindset, and tools for cultivating a positive and resilient mindset.

Beth and Evelyn discuss managing mood changes during the shorter days, coping strategies, and boosting mental health in the fall, the role of hormones in mood regulation, how hormone shifts during perimenopause contribute to mood changes, and how SAD’s lack of sunlight affects serotonin and melatonin production, contributing to depressive symptoms. Perimenopause and SAD can intensify feelings of stress or anxiety, making mental health management a relevant pairing. They review techniques like mindfulness, meditation, or cognitive-behavioral therapy, which can be discussed as coping tools.