Life Beyond B.S.

Thought You Had Your SHIT Together??? What happens when you do everything “right,” make the plan, prepare for what could go wrong - and life still doesn’t cooperate? In this solo episode of Life Beyond B.S. , Heather McNally is talking about self-trust, letting go of control, dealing with unexpected change, and what to do when life doesn’t go according to plan. Because sometimes you really did pre...

Who are you underneath everything you were taught you were supposed to be? That's the question at the heart of this week's Life Beyond B.S. I'm joined by mindset coach, entrepreneur, mom of four, and fellow soon-to-be anthology author Natica Sampson for a very real conversation about identity, self-trust, healing, personal responsibility, spirituality, abundance - and what Natica calls...

What are you waiting for? The perfect occasion? More money? More confidence? A different body? A quieter season of life? Permission? In this solo episode of Life Beyond B.S. , Heather McNally starts with something surprisingly simple: beautiful patterned paper she loved so much that she refused to use it. She was saving it. Until one day, she didn't even like it anymore. And that sparked a muc...

Have you ever replayed a conversation over and over, wondering what you did wrong? Or maybe you started composing the 17-paragraph text that would finally make someone understand where you were coming from? What happens when someone misunderstands you, doesn't like a choice you've made, or decides that you're the bad guy in their story? And what if, sometimes you actually WERE? In this...

What if the stories shaping your life aren't actually the whole truth about who you are? And what if healing isn't about becoming endlessly positive, but becoming honest enough to see what shaped you, question what you were taught, and choose what you want to carry forward? In this episode of Life Beyond B.S. , Heather McNally sits down with writer, evidential medium, spiritual guide, bran...

I’m Human: How to Give Yourself Grace Without Giving Up on Growth What if being committed to personal growth doesn't mean you're supposed to get everything right? We talk constantly about becoming more self-aware, trusting ourselves, setting boundaries, healing old patterns, making better choices, and becoming the person we want to be. But what happens when you know better, and still get i...

Don’t Become an Echo: How to Find Your Authentic VoiceHow much of what you believe, say, create, and pursue is actually yours? We live in a world overflowing with other people’s ideas: social media, podcasts, books, coaches, mentors, family, culture, advertising, and now AI.Being influenced isn’t the problem. We’re supposed to learn from one another. The bigger question is:When does inspiration be...

Outgrowing Your Old Self What if nothing is wrong., and you're simply becoming someone new? Have you ever looked at your life and thought: "Everything looks fine on the outside... so why doesn't it feel right anymore?" In this deeply personal solo episode of Life Beyond B.S. , Heather McNally explores one of the most misunderstood seasons of life: Outgrowing the version of yourse...

Who Are You When No One Needs You? Have you ever stopped to ask yourself who you are beyond the roles you play? Beyond being the parent, caregiver, partner, employee, leader, or the person everyone depends on... Who are you ? In this deeply personal solo episode of Life Beyond B.S. , Heather McNally explores why so many of us unconsciously tie our self-worth to being needed, and what happens when...

She Escaped an Abusive Marriage. What Happened Next Will Inspire You. What happens when your past no longer gets to define your future? In this deeply moving episode of Life Beyond B.S. , Heather McNally sits down with educator, linguist, and Authenticity & Care Coordinator Cathy Hegarty for an honest conversation about healing, resilience, faith, identity, and the courage to begin again. Afte...

When was the last time you truly listened to yourself? Not the constant thoughts racing through your mind. Not the endless to-do list. Not the worries about tomorrow or the replay of yesterday. I mean really listened to your body, your nervous system, your intuition, and the quiet inner voice that's been trying to guide you all along. In this deeply personal solo episode of Life Beyond B.S. ,...

Can you be successful... and still feel empty? So many people spend years chasing success, achievement, promotions, money, recognition, or approval, believing that once they "arrive," they'll finally feel fulfilled. But what if fulfillment doesn't come from achieving more? What if it comes from becoming more aligned with who you truly are? In this episode of Life Beyond B.S. , I...

How do you move forward after trauma without letting it define your life? In this deeply moving episode of Life Beyond B.S. , Heather McNally sits down with veteran clinical social worker Edward Paley , whose remarkable life story proves that even life's deepest pain can become a source of compassion, resilience, and purpose. After losing his father at just ten years old and enduring profound...

What if the emotions you've spent years avoiding are actually the key to your freedom? In this powerful episode of Life Beyond B.S. , Heather McNally sits down with Emotional Wellness Educator, author, speaker, and founder of DLaws Code LLC, Danielle Lawrence, for a conversation about emotional healing, emotional maturity, self-awareness, identity, resilience, and what it truly means to stop l...

How to Break Free From Limiting Beliefs and Industry B.S. with Tim Gillette What does authentic success really look like? In this powerful episode of Life Beyond B.S. , Heather McNally sits down with entrepreneur, speaker, podcast host, and founder of Simple Easy Websites, Tim Gillette, for an honest conversation about personal growth, authenticity, entrepreneurship, self-awareness, and overcoming...

Content Note: This episode includes discussion of suicide, suicidal thoughts, mental health struggles, grief, and emotional trauma. Listener discretion is advised. I f you are currently struggling, please know that support is available. In the United States, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7, or visit www.988lifeline.org for confidential support. Please ta...

What if the life you've been trying to create isn't actually aligned with who you are? In this powerful episode of Life Beyond B.S., Heather McNally sits down with Human Design Business and Leadership Coach Nancy O'Keefe to explore self-trust, authenticity, leadership, and what it means to live according to your own inner wisdom instead of society's expectations. Nancy shares her p...

What if the thing we’re craving most right now is real human connection? In this powerful episode of Life Beyond B.S. , Heather McNally sits down with international keynote speaker, author, TEDx speaker, and “The Master Connector,” Steve Spiro, for a deeply honest conversation about authenticity, loneliness, resilience, self-worth, and the transformative power of meaningful relationships. Steve sh...

What happens when you spend your entire life trying to be “perfect” for everyone else? In this powerful episode of Life Beyond B.S. , Heather McNally sits down with speaker, storyteller, and Thrive Unapologetically founder Robin Carr for a raw and deeply emotional conversation about perfectionism, people pleasing, trauma, identity, freedom, and finally learning how to live authentically. Robin sha...

What if the reason you’re still struggling to be seen, heard, or paid has nothing to do with your content - and everything to do with identity? In this powerful episode of Life Beyond B.S. , Heather McNally sits down with Visibility & Sales Strategist, TEDx Speaker, and TEDx Co-Curator Debbie Bryan for a deeply honest conversation about imposter syndrome, confidence, trauma, authenticity, visi...

What if the life you want isn’t something you chase, but someone you become? I n this powerful episode of Life Beyond B.S., Heather sits down with manifestation coach Jordan Guadalupe to break down what it really takes to stop playing small and step into the version of yourself you know you’re meant to be. Jordan shares her journey from self-doubt, anxiety, and feeling unseen - to building a life...

What if your body was never the problem? In this powerful episode of Life Beyond B.S., I sit down with Shelly Besançon, a Weight Release & Body Trust Coach who helps women over 40 stop fighting their bodies and finally come home to themselves. Shelly shares her deeply personal story—from surviving an abusive marriage and profound loss to discovering the life-changing power of emotional healing...

So many women believe they lack confidence… But what if that’s not actually the problem? In this powerful episode of Life Beyond B.S. , Heather sits down with confidence coach, performer, and speaker Mandy Siegel to unpack why women lose their voice over time — and what it really takes to reclaim it. From people-pleasing and perfectionism to fear of judgment and visibility, this conversation goes...

In this powerful solo episode of Life Beyond B.S., Heather McNally shares her personal journey of learning to trust herself — her mind, her body, and her intuition — in a way she never has before. For so many of us, self-doubt becomes second nature. We overthink, we seek validation, and we disconnect from the very inner voice that is meant to guide us. But what happens when you begin to shift that...

In this heartfelt episode of Life Beyond B.S., Heather McNally sits down with author Lynn M. Grass, author of Porch Time with Lynnie: A Place for Healing. Lynn shares her deeply personal journey of love, caregiving, illness, and loss after her husband was diagnosed with kidney failure. What began as a love story turned into years of navigating dialysis, advocacy, emotional exhaustion, and ultimate...