Podcast | Karen Barno

What if the biggest thing holding you back isn’t your circumstances—but the hidden patterns you’ve been living on autopilot? In this episode of She Leads Confidently , Karen Barno uncovers the three hidden patterns that quietly shape the way many women think, lead, and make decisions. These unconscious patterns can keep you stuck in self-doubt, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or playin...

Welcome to She Leads Confidently, the podcast designed for fearless women leaders ready to step into their power, own their success, and transform their leadership journey. In this episode, Karen Barnor gets real about the hard truths of leadership—especially for women. Leadership is often glorified as an exciting and fulfilling journey, but few talk about the sacrifices, emotional toll, and tough...

The Unexpected Power of Struggle Life has a way of throwing challenges our way—some so intense that we wonder if we’ll ever rise from them. But what if these very struggles are the stepping stones to our greatest breakthroughs? What if the pain we’ve endured is actually preparing us for something greater? In this episode of She Leads Confidently , I dive into the transformational journey from stru...

🎙 Welcome to “Find Your Blue Rose,” the podcast that empowers women leaders over 45 to step into their full potential, reclaim their confidence, and manifest the life they were born to live! Have you ever looked at someone living their best life, exuding confidence, success, and purpose, and thought, “I wish I could be like that”? What if I told you… you already ARE that woman? You jus...

Welcome to She Leads Confidently , the podcast for ambitious, fearless women ready to turn their doubts into triumphs and their “I can’t” into “I can.” Hosted by Karen Barno—visionary leader, author, and transformational coach—this show is your go-to masterclass for embracing your inner power, smashing through cultural conditioning, and living a life of boldness, conf...

Ladies, let’s get real. As women leaders, we give so much of ourselves—to our teams, families, and everyone who needs us. But how often do we pause, reflect, and ask, What do I truly want? What do I need to thrive? In this heartfelt episode, I open up about my own journey of rediscovery—a journey fueled by holiday reflections, personal breakthroughs, and a commitment to finally rewrite the story I...

Why Shadow Work Matters for Women Leaders Welcome to ‘ She Leads Confidently’  the podcast dedicated to guiding women leaders on a transformational journey of reclaiming their confidence, power, and potential. I’m your host, Karen Barno, and in today’s episode, we’re diving deep into one of the most transformative personal development practices: Shadow Work . What if I told you that th...

In today’s episode, Karen dives deep into the transformative power of rewriting your story, drawing inspiration from her book, Blue Rose Bookstore: Sanctuary for Your Soul . This episode is a heartfelt exploration of how transformation begins the moment you decide to let go of the narrative that no longer serves you and step into the life you were always meant to lead. Karen unpacks the concept of...

In this episode, we’re going to dive into something that I know will resonate with many of you, especially if you’re someone who’s always on the go, always juggling a million things at once: the idea of “Busyness as a Trauma Response.” Now, I know what you’re thinking. We live in a world where being busy is often seen as a sign of productivity and success. How many ti...

Hey there, it’s Karen Barno, and welcome to another episode of ‘She Leads Confidently’! Today, we’re going to take a deep dive into one of the most powerful and transformative topics I know – vulnerability. This episode is not just another talk about being open and honest; it’s a journey into my own life, the raw and real moments that have shaped who I am today, and how the...

Welcome to “She Leads Confidently,” the podcast dedicated to empowering women to reclaim their identity, embrace their true selves, and lead with confidence. Join me, Karen Barno, as we dive deep into the transformative journey of self-discovery and personal growth. In each episode, we tackle the life-changing questions that shape our paths: Who am I? Who do I want to be? How do I get...

In this captivating episode of ‘She Leads Confidently,’ host Karen Barno sits down with ShaRon Rae, a trailblazing leader in personal development and transformational leadership. ShaRon brings a wealth of experience and passion to the conversation, enriching it for all listeners. ShaRon begins by sharing her personal journey, detailing the key experiences that have shaped her into the...

Welcome back to “She Leads Confidently, ” where we dive into the stories of incredible women who are making a difference in the world of leadership. I’m so excited about today’s episode because we have the amazing Lisa Jemus with us. Lisa’s journey is nothing short of inspirational, and I can’t wait for you to hear her story. Lisa Jemus is a powerhouse when it comes to leadership and e...

In the ‘She Leads Confidently’ podcast, on our transformative journey, we delve deeper into what this period of introspection and self-discovery truly entailed. This wasn’t just a pause from the relentless pace of life; it was a profound exploration into the depths of our being, a sacred time dedicated to understanding the core of our existence and how we can best serve those aro...

🎉🍽️ Welcome to our latest podcast episode, “Holidays and Shadow Season,” right here on our WordPress website! 🌟 This episode is all about handling the tough stuff that can pop up during family dinners, especially during holiday times. 👉 We’ve got some super helpful tips to share during Shadow Season: 1. **Mindful Breathing:** Ever feel super overwhelmed when everyone’s t...

https://karenbarno.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Epi-111-Breaking-Free-A-Woman-Leaders-Journey-from-Alcohol-to-Authenticity.m4a Welcome to “Breaking Free: A Woman Leader’s Journey from Alcohol to Authenticity,” a podcast that is more than just a story – it’s a movement. In January, a pivotal moment came into my life when I decided to stop drinking. This decision wasn&#8217...

Welcome to another must-listen episode of “She Leads Confidently.” You know, sometimes we talk about climbing the ladder, breaking the glass ceiling, but today, we’re diving into something a bit more hidden yet equally powerful: the fear of being recognized. Crazy, right? We work so hard to get where we are, and then when the spotlight’s on us, we may find ourselves shrinki...

Welcome to the “Embracing Shadows: Journey to Love and Acceptance of Broken Parts” podcast. I’m thrilled to share my true story with you, where I dive deep into the transformative process of embracing our shadows, finding self-love, and accepting our broken parts. In this podcast, I take you on a personal journey of self-discovery and growth, as I recount my own experiences and t...

Welcome to today’s episode of ‘She Leads Confidently’ podcast! Today we’ll be discussing Overcoming Perfectionism, a topic that many of us can relate to perfectionism. It’s easy to fall into the trap of believing that perfectionism is a good thing. After all, isn’t it better to strive for excellence in all that we do? However, the truth is that perfectionism can be harmful...

Happy Valentine’s Day, everybody! Today, I want to talk about something that is often overlooked when we talk about love – self-love. It’s a term that is often thrown around, but do we really understand what it means and how important it is? As a female confidence coach, I believe that self-love is the foundation of confidence and the key to living a fulfilling life. I was recent...

Let’s talk about something that is very important to me, and that is the hidden costs of constantly retelling my trauma story. Many of us who have experienced trauma may feel the need to share our story with others, whether it’s through therapy, support groups, or just talking to friends and family. While this can be a helpful way to process and cope with our trauma, it’s importa...

Understanding the Power of your Story. Reconnecting, Rewiring, and ReIgnite Possibilities. Each person has a story that empowers or disempowers them. The childhood stories are their view of an incident that occurred in their life, be it trauma, parents divorcing, death, or good times. The Power of Your Story often is what holds them back and makes them take a different turn in their life. Perhaps...