Be Your Own Life Coach Podcast

BYOLC S2 E22 Have you ever felt stuck in your own head—overthinking, overwhelmed, or unsure how to even explain what you’re feeling? In this episode of Be Your Own Life Coach , we explore a powerful and modern tool for self-growth: using AI—like ChatGPT, Copilot, and Claude—as your personal sounding board. This isn’t about replacing therapy or real relationships. It’s about creating a space where...

BYOLC S2 E21 How often do you tell yourself, “I’m fine,” “now’s not the right time,” or “this is just how life is” —even when deep down you know something needs to change? In this episode of Be Your Own Life Coach , we’re diving into the hidden cost of staying the same and why avoiding change may be costing you more than you realize. Staying the same can feel safe, familiar, and comfortable, but i...

BYOLC S2 E20 Have you ever felt like you should be further along by now? You did everything right. You put in the work. You reached the milestone you once dreamed about… And yet—you’re not where you thought you’d be. This is what we call a false peak . In this episode of Be Your Own Life Coach , we break down the powerful concept of false peaks—those moments in life where you think you’ve reached...

What if boundaries weren’t walls—but bridges? In this episode of Be Your Own Life Coach , we’re breaking down one of the most misunderstood tools in personal growth: healthy boundaries . Many people think boundaries are rigid, cold, or selfish—but in reality, they create clarity, trust, and deeper connection in relationships. If you’ve ever struggled with saying no, felt overwhelmed by others’ exp...

BYOLC S2 E18 Mission, Vision & Values: The Blueprint for Designing Your Life What do you actually stand for? If someone asked you to explain your values in one sentence… could you? In this episode of Be Your Own Life Coach , we explore how the same framework used to build successful companies— mission, vision, and core values —can be used to design a meaningful, intentional life. After recordi...

BYOLC S2 E17 Have you ever looked around and felt like life isn’t unfolding the way you thought it would by now? Maybe you expected to have the career, financial freedom, creative success, or milestones checked off by a certain age—and suddenly you find yourself comparing your timeline to everyone else’s. In this episode of Be Your Own Life Coach , we explore The Pit Stop Principle —a powerful min...

Be Your Own Life Coach Podcast Season 2, Episode 16 Minute to Win It: You Have More Time Than You Think Have you ever noticed how time seems to stretch when you’re anxious… and disappear when you’re fully present? In this episode of Be Your Own Life Coach , we’re talking about time management—but not in a hustle-hard, cram-more-in way . This is about learning how to coach yourself to use time inte...

BYOLC S2 E15 Imposter syndrome doesn’t mean you don’t belong—it means you’re growing. In this episode, we reframe imposter syndrome as a normal, necessary sign of leveling up , not a personal flaw. If you’ve ever felt like a fraud after a promotion, while starting something new, becoming visible, charging more, stepping into leadership, or even becoming a parent—this conversation is for you. Using...

BYOLC S2 E14 What if the life you want already exists—first in your mind? In this episode of the Be Your Own Life Coach Podcast , we explore the power of visualization and why seeing your dream is often the first step to becoming it. From elite athletes to neuroscience, visualization isn’t wishful thinking—it’s mental training. Imagine a basketball player at the free-throw line. The crowd fades. T...

BYOLC S2 E13 Is happiness something we find—or something we practice? In this episode of Be Your Own Life Coach , we explore why happiness isn’t a destination, a possession, or a lucky break, but a daily choice shaped by perspective, compassion, and mental discipline. Inspired by The Art of Happiness and the teachings of the Dalai Lama, this conversation breaks down the biggest myths we believe ab...

BYOLC S2 E12 Help!! I hate asking for help! Why is asking for help so hard—even when we’re the kind of people who love helping others? In this episode, we explore why even the smallest requests—asking for directions, reaching something on the top shelf, saying “can you explain that again?”—can feel surprisingly awkward. And if asking for help feels difficult in those tiny moments, it’s no wonder i...

BYOLC S2 E11 Be Your Own Life Coach Podcast – Episode 11: The Four Agreements | New Beginnings, Toltec Wisdom & Personal Freedom Happy New Year! ✨ 2026 is here—and in numerology, 2026 is a “1” year , symbolizing new beginnings, rebirth, and personal transformation . There is no better time to revisit the timeless wisdom of The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz , a book that has profoundly ch...

BYOLC S2 E10What do you do when you’re having a really bad day—the kind where everything goes wrong, your nervous system is overloaded, and all you want is for the pain to stop? In this unfiltered, vulnerable episode of the Be Your Own Life Coach Podcast, host Bretagne Stowe speaks directly to the moments we don’t talk about enough: emotional overwhelm, intrusive thoughts, relationship stress, bur...

BYOLC S2 E9 “My mom used to say the hours before midnight count for double. I thought she was just being dramatic… or trying to get me home before curfew. She also used to say, nothing good ever happens after midnight. And honestly? As an adult, I’m realizing she may have been right.” In this episode of the Be Your Own Life Coach Podcast, we explore why sleep isn’t a luxury or a reward for being p...

BYOLC S2 E8 What if today isn’t a problem… but a clue? In this solo episode of Be Your Own Life Coach , host Bretagne Stowe steps into the unknown—recording on her own for the first time after her sister and co-host Anike Wilder unexpectedly couldn’t join her. Instead of resisting the moment, Bretagne leans into it with one powerful question: Why not? This episode is an invitation to reconnect wit...

As 2025 comes to an end, many of us are feeling the quiet pull to release, reset, and realign . In this episode, we explore how letting go—physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually—isn’t a loss, but an invitation for abundance . In Chinese astrology, 2025 is the Year of the Snake , a time associated with shedding old skins and releasing what no longer serves us. As we prepare to move into...

BYOLC S2 E6 What if abundance isn’t something you chase—but something you tune into? As we close out 2025 and step into a new year filled with goals, desires, and intentions, this episode dives deep into what abundance really is . Yes, money matters—but abundance is far bigger than finances. It’s a frequency, a mindset, and a way of relating to life that opens the door to emotional fulfillment, lo...

BYOLC S2 E5 Self Awareness, Are you Born with it? Can you lose it? and if so can you get it back? In this episode of Be Your Own Life Coach, Bretagne and Anike take you deep into the heart of self-awareness — what it is, why it fades, and how to rebuild it with intention. If you’ve ever found yourself snapping without knowing why, repeating the same patterns, shutting down in conflict, or feeling...

Be Your Own Life Coach Podcast with Bretagne Stowe & Anike Wilder Breaking the Cycle — Finding the Motivation to Quit a Bad Habit Struggling to quit a bad habit you keep falling back into? In this episode, Bretagne Stowe and Anike Wilder break down why we repeat behaviors that drain our energy, clarity, and confidence — and how to finally change them. With the New Year approaching, resolutions...

BYOLC S2 E3 In this episode, we explore the true power of gratitude—not just as a daily habit, but as a spiritual, emotional, and neurological force that shapes your mindset, your relationships, and the reality you create. We break down how gratitude literally shifts the brain: boosting dopamine and serotonin, increasing neuroplasticity, and helping you form new empowering patterns. You'll lea...

BYOLC S2 E2 What if your deepest fear of being "too much" or "not enough" is actually your greatest strength? In this powerful episode, we explore how vulnerability—far from being a flaw—is a gateway to transformation, authentic connection, and true courage. Inspired by Brene Brown’s insights and grounded in personal storytelling, this episode invites you to rethink what it mea...

BYOLC S2 E1 🌿 Season 2 Premiere: Trusting the Seasons of Change 🌿Welcome back to the Be Your Own Life Coach Podcast with Host Bretagne Stowe and Cohost Anike Wilder! In this soulful Season 2 opener, we explore how life—like nature—moves through cycles of growth, letting go, rest, and renewal, and how aligning with these rhythms can bring more grace, clarity, and self-trust. Bretagne shares her o...

BYOLC S1 E17 In a world filled with highlight reels and performance, authenticity becomes your ultimate power source. When you stop performing and start living truthfully, you become unstoppable. What authenticity really means – showing up honestly for yourself and others How to recognize inauthentic living – asking yourself, “Am I living my own truth or someone else’s?” The link between authentic...

BYOLC S1 E16 Join us in Episode 16, Physical Self-Esteem: The Mirror Isn’t the Enemy as we dive into redefining how you feel about your body—beyond aesthetics and society’s shifting beauty standards. What is physical self-esteem ? It’s how you feel about your appearance, physical competence, and health—about nurturing a loving relationship with your body, not avoiding change but embracing intentio...

BYOLC S1 E15 Now that we’ve grounded ourselves in the truth that self-worth is innate , it's time to explore its shakier sibling— self-esteem . Where does your self-esteem come from... and can you actually take control of it? In this powerful continuation, Anike and Bretagne dive into the four core elements of self-esteem and share how to shift from external validation to internal power. Commo...