Your Inner Advocate

Episode 125 From Inner Critic to Inner Advocate: Embracing Kindness Over Criticism In this episode of "Your Inner Advocate," host Kimen Petersen explores the theme of self-compassion, especially for high achievers and those who tend to be hard on themselves. Kimen shares personal stories and insights about the dangers of relentless self-criticism, the origins of our inner critic, and the importanc...

Episode 124: The People Who Inspire Me—and the Truth They Taught Me  In this episode of "Your Inner Advocate," host Kimen Petersen explores the true meaning of inspiration by reflecting on both famous historical figures and everyday heroes. Drawing from personal experiences and stories of resilience, Kimen highlights the power of reframing challenges, the importance of purpose, and the strength fo...

Episode 123: Embracing Groundhog Day: How Consistency canTransform Your Life This episode of "Your Inner Advocate" with Kimen Petersen explores the concept of "Groundhog Day"—the feeling of living the same day over and over—and reframes it as a source of growth, stability, and transformation. Kimen shares personal stories and practical advice on how routine, consistency, and small daily actions ca...

Episode 122: Progress, Not Perfection: The Power of Focusing on How Far you have Come In this episode of "Your Inner Advocate," host Kimen Petersen reflects on the journey of personal growth, self-acceptance, and overcoming adversity. Drawing from his own life experiences—from childhood anxieties and struggles with fitting in, to discovering his voice, facing setbacks, and ultimately finding purpo...

Episode 121: Ten Questions with Shannon from SLP Corner Podcast  In this special episode of Your Inner Advocate, Kimen sat down with the host of the SLP Corner Podcast, Shannon. The conversation (about working/ starting in private practice)  explores Kimen’s journey, the value of reframing challenges, and the importance of finding purpose in private practice. They discuss the realities of cancella...

Episode 120: Beyond Buzzwords: Practical Tools for Inner Growth In this episode of "Your Inner Advocate," host Kimen Petersen demystifies common self-help buzzwords and offers practical, down-to-earth strategies for personal growth. Kimen discusses grounding, mindfulness, positive self-talk, resilience, intentional living, emotional intelligence, and forgiveness, providing simple hacks and relatab...

Episode 119 Seven Steps to Transform Your Journey In this episode, Kimen shares seven essential steps to transform chaos into clarity, drift into direction, and turn dreams into reality. Drawing from personal stories and practical wisdom, Kimen guides listeners on how to design a life of authenticity, joy, and fulfillment. Episode Highlights: Maximize Recovery Growth starts with rest, sleep, nutri...

Episode 118: Mindset Reset: From Scarcity to Abundance In this episode, Kimen Petersen explores the journey from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset. Through personal stories, client experiences, and practical advice, Kimen illustrates how our beliefs about lack and possibility shape our lives. Listeners will learn how to recognize scarcity thinking, embrace generosity, and cultivate abunda...

Episode 117: When You Can’t Go Any Lower, You’re Finally Free to Rise Description: In this episode, Kimen Petersen explores the concept of "rock bottom"—how our lowest moments can become the foundation for our greatest growth. Through personal stories and reflections, Kimen shares how hitting rock bottom led to a complete life transformation, a new career, and a deeper sense of purpose. The episod...

Episode 116: The Power of Silence: How Pausing Transforms Your Life In this episode of "Your Inner Advocate," host Kimen Petersen invites listeners to reflect on the importance of pausing and creating intentional moments of quiet in a world full of distractions. Kimen shares personal stories about launching the podcast, balancing a demanding work schedule, and discovering the value of accountabili...

Episode 115 Stop Peeling: Escaping the Endless Cycle of Self-Improvement Podcast Episode Summary In this episode of "Your Inner Advocate," Kimen Petersen explores the pitfalls of the self-help journey, using the metaphor of peeling back the layers of an onion. Kimen shares his personal story of hitting rock bottom, diving into self-improvement, and eventually realizing that the endless pursuit of...

Episode 114: The Truth About Hard Decisions: My Story of Risk, Resilience, and Growth In this episode of "Your Inner Advocate," Kimen Petersen explores the courage and process behind making hard decisions. Drawing from his personal journey with dyslexia, career changes, and overcoming self-doubt, Kimen shares how pivotal choices shaped his life. He discusses the emotional challenges of leaving unf...

Episode 113: The Spark Comeback: How to Overcome Stagnation and Thrive In this episode, host Kimen Petersen shares personal stories and practical advice on reigniting your passion and energy in both sport and life. Drawing from his own experiences of losing and rediscovering his spark, Kimen offers listeners actionable steps to overcome periods of stagnation, nurture mind and body, and reconnect w...

Episode 112:  It’s NEVER Too Late: To Rewrite Your Story! In this inspiring episode, Kimen Petersen shares his personal journey of overcoming self-doubt, learning disabilities, and late-in-life career changes. Through heartfelt stories and practical wisdom, he encourages listeners to trust their timing, embrace their unique path, and remember that it’s never too late to become who you’re meant to...

Episode 111: From Critic to Cheerleader: Transforming Your Inner Dialogue In this episode, host Kimen Petersen explores the profound impact of our inner dialogue. Kimen shares personal stories and coaching experiences to illustrate how the voice inside our heads can either nurture or hinder our growth. The episode discusses the difference between an inner critic and an inner advocate, emphasizing...

Episode 110: “The Cycle Breaker’s Guide to Becoming Unstoppable” Episode Summary: In this episode, Kimen Petersen explores the patterns that keep us stuck and how to break free from cycles that limit our potential. Through personal stories, analogies, and motivational insights, Kimen encourages listeners to step out of their comfort zones, embrace risk, and pursue extraordinary lives with intentio...

Episode 109: Release the Past, Redesign Your Future In this episode, Kimen Petersen explores the universal challenge of letting go of the past to step fully into the future. Through personal stories, powerful metaphors, and practical exercises, Kimen guides listeners on how to acknowledge, learn from, and release what no longer serves them. Key Highlights: The weight of the past: Why dragging old...

Episode 108: Not taking the Risk is the Greatest Risk In this inspiring episode of "Your Inner Advocate," Kimen Petersen explores the transformative power of risk-taking. Through personal stories and examples—like Michael Jordan's setbacks and a runner's journey to the Boston Marathon—Kimen illustrates that the greatest risk is not taking one at all. The episode emphasizes that failure is not the...

Episode 107: The Greatest Reframe: Why Your Struggles Are Your Superpowers  In this episode of "Your Inner Advocate," host Kimen Petersen explores the transformative power of reframing your personal story. Drawing from his own experiences with self-image, dyslexia, and overcoming adversity, Kimen shares how shifting perspective can turn pain into compassion and purpose. The episode offers practica...

Episode 106: Why I Hope You Never Reach Your Potential    In this episode of "Your Inner Advocate," host Kimen Petersen explores the concept of never settling for reaching your potential, but instead continually raising the bar. Through personal stories, including his journey training for a half-marathon, Kimen reflects on the value of the path over the destination. He discusses the importance of...

Episode 105 Finding Your Why: The Power of Purpose in Overcoming Any How   In this episode of "Your Inner Advocate," host Kimen Petersen explores the transformative power of discovering your "why." Through personal stories, inspiring examples from athletes and professionals, and heartfelt reflections on overcoming adversity, Kimen illustrates how a strong sense of purpose can help you navigate lif...

Episode104: The Power of Neutral Good: Embracing Life’s In-Between Seasons   Join host Kimen Petersen on "Your Inner Advocate" as we explore the often-overlooked “neutral good” seasons of life—the quiet, in-between times after struggle but before breakthrough. Discover why these moments are essential for growth, healing, and self-discovery. In this episode: What are “neutral good” times, and why d...

Episode 103: Practicing Alchemy: From Ashes to Inner Transformation In this episode of "Your Inner Advocate," host Kimen Petersen explores the concept of alchemy—not as turning lead into gold, but as transforming life’s darkest moments into personal growth and wisdom. Drawing from his own experience of burnout and recovery, Kimen shares how hitting rock bottom can strip away illusions and reveal y...

Episode 102 The Strength of Storms: Lessons from the Trees In this episode of "Your Inner Advocate," host Kimen Petersen explores the metaphor of the tree to illuminate lessons about resilience, growth, and community. Drawing from personal experience and the natural world, Kimen discusses how challenges and setbacks—like storms for a tree—help us develop deep roots, representing our values and inn...

Episode 101 Unbecoming: The Path to Your True Self   In this episode of "Your Inner Advocate," host Kimen Petersen explores the concept of "unbecoming"—shedding the roles, beliefs, and expectations that no longer serve us in order to discover our true selves. Drawing from personal stories and moments of vulnerability, Kimen discusses the journey from seeking external validation to embracing authen...