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“I just need a really good plan,” is a phrase that offers overachievers a sense of security, but the cycle of planning is often what holds us back from achieving our goals. In today’s episode, Dr. Priyanka Venugopal joins me to discuss why plans alone don’t deliver the desired results and how embracing a different, more informed strategy can lead to greater clarity, growth, and success. Here’s what we cover:
Why just having a plan on paper is never going to create lasting results because we have to go the extra step to evaluate what actually worksHow planning triggers the reward centers of the brain because you are imagining doing the plan perfectly, but this often leads to inaction instead of achievementWe know we can do hard things, but a plan shifts our focus to wishfulness instead of doing the workHow to speak to yourself with compassion so your evaluation doesn't feel like self-punishment5 questions to help you uncover the reason your plan didn’t work and how to adjust moving forwardIt’s possible to allow yourself to feel your emotions while also being curious and realisticWhy it’s important to acknowledge your efforts every step of the way - not just when you get a resultI can't wait for you to listen!
Priyanka Venugopal is an Ob/Gyn physician turned Stress and Weight Loss Coach for professional moms who identify as overachievers and who want to lose weight with science backed strategies that will last a lifetime. For over 10 years she has talked with thousands of high achieving professional women and gotten to the root of the high achiever's biggest obstacles in hitting goals at work and on the scale.
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If you are looking for a podcast episode about body image, listen to my interview with Corinne Crabtree: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1984814/episodes/12877354Find Sara here:
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The hopes and expectations we have going into the holiday season make this time of year particularly susceptible to feeling grief. In this week's conversation with Susie Ruth, an end-of-life coach and grief specialist, we discuss strategies for navigating grief and offer insights on how best to support someone grieving during the holidays. Here’s what we cover:
The reason why we are more susceptible to feeling grief during the holidaysWhy the acronym B.R.A.T.S. will help you remember phrases and actions that DO NOT help you process your griefThe process of learning more about grief is the first step to understanding how you can grieve and live at the same timeHow simply acknowledging your grief and that it’s okay to feel is an important healing practice How to use the W.A.I.T. acronym to guide you in supporting someone who is grievingWhy there is grief that comes with any transition in lifeI can't wait for you to listen.
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When we cause harm to someone else, the good girl tendency is to feel shame and defensiveness. Instead, if we get to a place where we are generous and can grieve our mistakes, we can move on to be better versions of ourselves. In this episode, I talk about how the themes of Wicked relate to my journey of becoming an ex-good girl and the importance of self-compassion when you have to question your beliefs. Here’s what I cover:
How the representation of power structures fueled by patriarchy in the Wicked movie relate to our societyWhy you can't grow into better versions of yourself without acknowledging that past versions made mistakesHow my experience as a member of the Mormon church has similarities to Glinda’s character arc in WickedTwo good-girl beliefs that are roadblocks to learning from our mistakes and becoming better friends and alliesHow we have been conditioned to react to shame and think negatively about changing our mindWhy we often jump to defend our beliefs instead of being open to the idea of exploring new onesI can't wait for you to listen!
Read the Substack essay mentioned in the episode: Defying Gravity: Wicked and the Weight of Social Justice
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In this episode, you’ll get a glimpse into my musical-loving heart as I discuss the feminist themes of the movie, Wicked, and moments in the film that took me back to a time when I had to realize a hard truth. Here’s what I cover:
Why we all deserve to have beliefs consistent with having autonomy and being able to find what we like and what we want to doHow the song “Defying Gravity” helped me through a challenging time in my lifeWhy the realization that something that provides goodness and safety is actually doing us harm is a shared experience for manyEach of us is worthy of being in relationships, friendships, and careers that do not exist inside circumstances that require us to ignore part of what is going on in order to be happyAn important truth about people pleasing and gender equality is illuminated in an essay by Celeste DavisI can't wait for you to listen.
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It’s normal to want to bypass feelings of fear, worry, and sorrow during this uncertain time, but we miss the opportunity to create a vulnerable, trusting relationship with ourselves and our feelings if we send these big emotions into exile. In this episode, I discuss how moving forward starts with processing our emotions. Here’s what I cover:
Why distraction from difficult emotions is not a bad thing when it’s balanced with emotional connection to yourselfA visualization exercise to help you process your feelings in a way that builds deep emotional trustTaking the time to be with your emotions will help create the sense of safety and security needed to move forward in a way that feels good to youHow I processed the uncertainty I feel with understanding and care for myselfWhy cultivating vulnerable trust with yourself is one of the most important things you can be doingI can’t wait for you to listen.
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With the holiday season fast approaching, it’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of parties, errands, cooking, and cleaning that keep us busy. In this episode, we’ll look at how these people-pleasing behaviors can leave us feeling disconnected from the meaningful connections we seek most during this season.
Here’s what I cover:
Why connection is the true magic of the holiday seasonThe unintended consequences of trying to feel connection through people-pleasingHow to develop a framework to go through this holiday season in a better than last yearWhy focusing on self-connection during the holidays will help you feel content when they’re over instead of sad and tiredThree steps to help you tune into your emotions and connect with yourselfI can't wait for you to listen.
Sign up for Stop People Pleasing: Holiday Edition. It's a series of three workshops beginning Thursday, November 14th where we'll dive into the skills that you need so that this season is magical for you, too.
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Do you feel trapped by the “rules” of modern dating? I’m thrilled to be joined by dating coach Lily Womble in today's episode to talk about how to break free from those dumb dating rules. I want each one of you to find the relationship you’re meant to be in, and that starts with making sure you never have to settle in your dating life ever again.
Here’s what we cover:
How Lily Womble created a dating solution so she'd never have to settle againFeeling free in your dating life starts with shedding your people-pleasing tendenciesThe way we show up in our dating life is influenced by what we were taught growing upSeveral “dumb dating rules” and how to break them so you can find the right relationshipWhy getting specific about your preferences will help you seek the right partnerLily Womble is sparking a feminist revolution in the way we date and find love. She was one of the top matchmakers in the U.S., but after setting up hundreds of dates, Lily realized that the answer to finding love was much deeper than a setup, and that the way we are taught to date is still stuck in the patriarchal dark ages. She founded her company, Date Brazen, in 2018 and has since helped hundreds of women create love lives that are epic, settle-proof, and joyful-as-hell with her intersectional feminist approach.
She changes lives daily on TikTok, Top 4 Relationship Podcast- The Date Brazen Podcast, and sold-out coaching programs world-wide. Her book, Thank You, More Please: A feminist guide to breaking dumb dating rules and finding love, is changing lives around the world, published by Legacy Lit. She lives in Brooklyn with her husband, Chris.
I can’t wait for you to listen.
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So many of us women have not been properly educated about our bodies and how to know what is best for them. Today, I’m joined by Dr. Stephanie Hack to discuss how we can empower ourselves to advocate for what we want and need.
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Hygiene advice for women that reflects love and care for ourselves and rejects the shame we are taught to feelHow certain programming targets the shame women feel surrounding our bodies to sell to usGeneral female anatomy and how using the anatomically correct terms helps normalize themWhy women need to know our bodies so we can speak up about the care we want and deserve to receiveThe more conversations we have about perimenopause and menopause, the more women can learn about what our bodies go through during that timeHow YOU are the one who should ultimately decide how to take care of YOUR bodyStephanie Hack, MD, MPH, is a board-certified ob/gyn, podcast host, speaker, and founder of a women's health educational platform. Her special interests in health education and women's health empowerment have led to a career spanning two decades.
It’s important to remember that you’re not alone, and we can support each other as we continue to learn about women's health. I can't wait for you to listen.
Watch the PBS documentary The M Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause here.
Find more information about the Stillborn and Infant Loss Support (SAILS) Gala here.
Watch Dr. Stephanie Hack's TEDx talk here.Find Stephanie here:
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On my recent trip to Bolivia, I had an interaction that reignited my thoughts on feminism. In this episode, I explore why feminism remains a vital lens for understanding our world and shaping our actions. Here's what I cover:
How my journey with feminism started with negative perceptions because of my upbringing in the Mormon ChurchWhy feminism is important for EVERYONE, not just womenHow We Should All Be Feminists by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie opened my eyes to the broader implications of gender equalityThe story of when I spoke up to advocate for women during my tripWhy we still have work to do when it comes to feminism being inclusiveI can't wait for you to listen!
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Get ready for a deep and inspiring conversation with Serena Hicks, a trailblazing business coach who’s shaking up how we view success and belonging. In this episode, Serena and I explore finding self-acceptance and navigating life when you feel pulled between different worlds.
Serena Hicks is a business coach driven by freedom—financial, personal, and spiritual. With a background that includes MTV News and an Emmy from The Tyra Banks Show, she blends corporate success with deep personal insight. Serena champions inclusivity and empowers others to thrive on their terms. Through her coaching philosophy, #LoveTrustMoney, she helps clients align business with values, transforming success into an act of love.
We dive into the power of self-acceptance and explore what it means to truly belong to ourselves, especially when our identities span multiple worlds. Serena brings her unique perspective as a biracial woman and successful entrepreneur to our conversation, sharing how she's dismantling old systems and creating new paths for herself and her clients.
If you’ve ever struggled with external pressures, or you’re looking to align your life with your true values, this episode is for you. Join us and discover how to break free from societal expectations, reclaim your inner freedom, and build a life that reflects your most authentic self. I can’t wait for you to listen.
I can’t wait for you to listen.
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Have you ever felt stuck in the same patterns in your relationships, unsure how to break free? In this episode, I sit down with Andrea Parks, a therapist who dives deep into the hidden dynamics that hold us back. Andrea shares how we can shift out of these roles and start truly healing and reclaiming our power. Tune in as we explore how these patterns can keep us stuck and how, through her unique perspective, Andrea helps guide people toward healing and empowerment.
Andrea is a therapist and facilitator who specializes in trauma, codependency, and life transitions. She owns Bloom Healing, where she creates spaces for individuals to come together, heal, and reconnect with their authentic selves. With a background in counseling psychology, somatic bodywork, and developmental trauma, Andrea brings a wealth of experience to her practice and a deep commitment to fostering growth.
Through her work, Andrea helps people break free from the roles they’ve taken on in relationships and empowers them to live more fulfilled, connected lives. Her passion is to create communities where healing is possible, allowing people to find their voice and power in a supportive environment.
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This week, I’m excited to dive into a conversation that challenges traditional norms around money and investing. My guest, Kara Gaisie, is here to help us break free from outdated beliefs that have kept women from fully stepping into their financial power.
Kara Gaisie is a wife, mom, and master-certified financial coach who helps women entrepreneurs break free from the cycle of overworking to reach financial independence. After spending over 15 years as a CPA in Corporate America, Kara launched her coaching business in 2019, focusing on achieving financial freedom without compromising her lifestyle.
In this episode, Kara shares her wealth of experience as both a CPA and life coach, guiding us through her journey of investing and building wealth. She shows us that financial independence is within our reach, empowering us to take control of our finances and create a life of freedom.
Join us for this empowering conversation and discover how to start growing your wealth, take charge of your financial destiny, and rewrite the story you’ve been told about money. I can’t wait for you to listen!
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What have you been apologizing for lately?
I’ve realized I’ve been apologizing for everything, and in most cases, none of my actions have warranted an apology.
Tune in this week to slow down and take a moment to examine the things you apologize for. Do they all actually warrant an apology, or has your “good-girl” programming been taking over? Join me as I share my two hard and fast rules for when to apologize and learn how to get yourself out of auto-pilot to a place where you can honor your needs unapologetically. I can’t wait for you to listen.Find Sara here:
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This week, my guests and I invite you to join a conversation we’ve been having over the last few years about women in business and the power of using, or not using, our voices in the face of cancel culture and online scrutiny.
I’m thrilled to welcome Sandy Connery and Jeni Barcelos, friends, business owners, and co-founders of Marvelous Software. Sandy and Jeni, with their courage and resilience, share their experience facing the internet mob in 2020, how they navigated the situation while keeping their business afloat, and what they wish they could have done differently.
As we delve into this timely topic, we’ll explore how to show up thoughtfully online and engage constructively with one another, even amidst social unrest and differing opinions.
We might stir up some controversy, but we believe that sometimes, embracing your authentic self is worth a bit of trouble. I can’t wait for you to listen!
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I am so excited to share my story with you of how I and three of my travel companions and friends came to found Yapay Bolivia, a nonprofit organization dedicated to alleviating poverty through sustainable healthcare solutions.
This isn’t your average story–it’s a tale of thrilling and sometimes frightening medical events, the kindness shown to me by some of the most inspiring and wonderful women I’ve ever met, and the profound transformation I underwent. It's a story of compassion for the previous version of myself that made all of this possible.
I am incredibly proud of Yapay Bolivia's work and truly grateful that it’s a part of my life. The work I engage in through this organization exists outside of my roles as a mother, wife, and professional—it’s something just for me. I would love for every woman out there to have something like this, whether that means founding a nonprofit or taking small steps toward anything that brings joy and impact to her life. Even the smallest beginnings can lead to significant, positive ripple effects. My journey of wanting something just for me has turned into a meaningful organization that makes a tangible impact on the lives of women and children in Bolivia. I hope it inspires you to pursue something you genuinely want to do, and I can’t wait for you to listen.
PS. If you’d like to donate to Yapay Bolivia, an organization where 100% of donations go directly to impactful projects, your support can help us expand our programs to reach a larger community. Please check out https://yapaybolivia.org/ to learn more and make a difference.
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This week, I continue my series on unconventional choices by exploring alternative relationship structures. I am incredibly thankful to my guests, Ali Ryan and Dr. Laura Jurgens, for sharing their insight on alternative relationship structures and their experience and advice on navigating them with love and respect.
Ali Ryan is the CEO of Ali Ryan Coaching. Ali is a certified feminist integrative coach dedicated to disrupting the status quo in parenting and leadership and shifting intergenerational cycles of trauma. With influence from her unique background and personal journey, Ali helps families and leaders break free from traditional molds, embrace more compassionate approaches, and foster environments where individuals can thrive and flourish, regardless of their past or present challenges.
Dr. Laura Jurgens hosts the podcast Sex Help for Smart People and specializes in helping people connect better to themselves and their partners by playing their way to better intimacy. A dual-certified cognitive and somatic coach and former research scientist and biology professor, Laura uses experiential practices to enable individuals and couples to build joyful confidence. Her approach is practical, research-based, inclusive, and de-shaming.
Together, they bring invaluable perspectives on relationship structures and how to engage in loving, consensual relationships that fulfill your wants and needs. If you’re interested in understanding alternative relationships or exploring the structure for yourself, or you want to take a more intentional approach to the type of relationship you choose to be part of, this episode is for you. Join us and learn how to excavate your actual desires from beneath your societal, good-girl programming and engage in relationships that align with your most authentic self. I can’t wait for you to listen.
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Welcome to the second episode of my special series on Unconventional Choices. I am so grateful to my guests, Carla Moats and Paige Dempsey, for sharing their journeys to parenthood. In a society that often scrutinizes solo parents, Carla and Paige exemplify courage in making a choice that aligns with their values—the choice to become single mothers.
In addition to being incredible solo parents, Carla and Paige are each incredible coaches, too. Paige is a certified Life and Relationship Coach dedicated to helping women have better relationships by fostering authentic, empowered, and fun connections–with others and themselves! Carla is a financial and money coach for women solopreneurs. She helps her clients quit feeling scared of their finances, take control of their business and personal finances, and put more money in their pockets to live their dream lifestyle.
Join us as we explore what it means to be a parent and a family, and discover how unconventional choices often turn out to be the best choices we’ve ever made. Ditch any preconceived notions you have about family and tune in to celebrate and embrace all paths to parenthood.
I can’t wait for you to listen.
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I’m thrilled to kick off my “Unconventional Choices” series with an incredible lineup of guests and fellow coaches—Amber Taylor, Pauline Yan, Melissa G. Wirt, and Dr. Susie Castellanos Hansley—all of whom have chosen to remain child-free. Together, we challenge societal norms and our “good-girl” programming as we discuss the pressures of motherhood and womanhood while celebrating the empowerment that comes from intentional choices. This conversation is for everyone interested in the diversity of women’s experiences and embracing our unique journeys without shame or judgment. I can’t wait for you to listen.
Amber Taylor (She/Her), also known as the Pleasure Priority Coach, uses her skills to help Black Millenials navigate the gap between the peace and fulfillment they thought they’d feel and what they actually feel despite their achievements. Amber helps her clients curate fulfilling relationships and to never settle for less.
Website: https://www.ambertaylorcoaching.com/Pauline Yan, CFA, CAIA (She/Her) is a financial educator and coach. After 16 successful years at a financial firm, she now helps women and first-time investors navigate the complex landscape of the stock market to make sound investments.
Website: https://www.sundaybrunchcafe.comMelissa G Wirt (She/Her) is a dual-certified life coach who helps people in midlife and beyond get unstuck and feel better about their careers and relationships. With compassion and understanding, she helps clients take doable steps to create results they didn’t think possible.
Website: www.melissagwirt.comDr. Susie Castellanos Hansley (She/Her) is the Stress LESS Coach. A former academic and Master Certified Life Coach, she helps smart, high achievers ditch the stressed version of themselves, create work-life balance, and live joyful lives without giving up on their career goals.
Website: https://www.lifecoachsusie.com,Find Sara here:
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I am so grateful for my conversation with this week’s guest, Colleen Kachmann, where we tackle an important and often tricky topic: drinking. Tune in as we explore how drinking is tied to perfectionism and people pleasing and how, thanks to her own journey, Colleen is helping women rise above it.
Colleen is a Certified Master Life & Recovery Coach who uses cutting-edge strategies in nervous system regulation, growth mindset, positive psychology, and self-directed neuroplasticity to help women reconnect with a higher sense of purpose so they can feel passionate and powerful again. She holds a Bachelor of Science in education, a Master of Science in coaching, and a professional certificate in Women’s Functional and Integrative Medicine.
Through her own experience with alcoholism, Colleen founded Recover with Colleen after realizing that being “sober” is not a good goal. Pursuing happiness instead of sobriety is the ONLY way to reclaim your power. Once you realize that you can actually trust yourself, the only rule you need to follow is your intuition – you just need to learn how to listen.
Colleen helps women bypass the stigma and drama that society associates with sobriety by focusing on what’s really important – our relationship with ourselves. Her passion is to help women liberate themselves from the oppressive belief that there is something fundamentally broken or flawed about them so that they can unlock a higher level of purpose, passion, and power.
I can’t wait for you to listen.
PLEASE NOTE that while Colleen's approach is empowering, it might not be suitable for individuals with alcohol use disorder or active alcohol addiction. If you or someone you know is struggling with severe alcohol issues, please seek professional help tailored to those needs.
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With everything happening in our world right now, especially politically here in the United States, we need to talk about the female double blind–the impossible double standards to which women are held that create no-win situations for us. So many examples of this show up in our everyday lives and are perpetuated by the media, and it needs to stop.
In this episode, I delve into these double standards and the language that reinforces them, all aimed at keeping women from attaining leadership and power. As strong women, it’s time to dissect, understand, and reject the female double bind, no matter where you fall on the political spectrum. It’s time to see these double standards, call them out, and hold those perpetuating them accountable. The female double bind is always a trap, but together, we have the power to reject and rise above it. I can’t wait for you to listen.
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