Your Next Phase with Babs Churchill

Have you ever found yourself daydreaming about a specific change you are longing to make, what it looks like, how it will feel? And then suddenly your thoughts turn to how it won’t work or isn’t really going to happen or any number of stories your brain creates out of fear. These stories keep you from having and becoming everything you were meant to be. And – you can change the narrative. What You...

Fear can be something you feel when you’re watching a scary movie. It can also be something you feel when you are pushing yourself to do more or be more. And that kind of fear can hold you back. But have you ever thought of how fear could be an asset?  In this week’s episode, I share my new definition of fear that will leave you feeling fabulous! What You’ll Learn: How you can meet me in-person al...

Are you someone who struggles to name the feelings you have outside of the very basic “happy” or “sad” or “mad”? No worries my friend, you are in great company. Women are told they are too emotional, high maintenance or “crazy” for feeling a certain way, so no wonder we don’t want to explore our feelings when it feels unsafe to do so.  In this episode I share why knowing and naming your feelings i...

When someone gives you a compliment, what’s your initial reaction? Dismiss it or diminish it? When you look in the mirror, what do you see? Flaws, wrinkles or things you wish were different? Women are socialized that owning our beauty – both inner and outer – isn’t acceptable. In fact, it’s downright vain.  How you speak to yourself about how you look, your expertise – you name it – has a direct l...

Have you ever felt the need to make changes but didn’t know where to start? Sometimes you need to step away to get a clearer picture of what you want. In this episode, I share some of the answers to the questions I had and how taking a summer break made all the difference. What You’ll Learn: Why I didn’t listen to the bully in my brain. Why I’m ready to take off my muzzle and my invitation for you...

You’re working harder than ever, but are you getting out what you’re putting in? Do you feel good about your efforts and can easily transition from work to play? If not, you’re in good company.  Work hard. Play hard. That isn’t cutting it anymore because most people forget about the play. This episode will help you add more play into each day. What You’ll Learn: The big lie companies want you to b...

Do you know what you want? Really want? So many of us don’t.  Why? Because we’re listening to the automatic thoughts our brains are serving up. We don’t take the time to let those go and listen to what a our inner wisdom has to say. This week’s episode helps you blast past those thoughts and get down to some serious dreaming. What You’ll Learn: Why your brain holds you back. The BS reasons why you...

What are you saying yes to? You have dreams. We all do. But are you creating space for them to come true?  It requires saying “yes” to believing in them – and yourself. This week’s episode is all about shifting into “yes” energy. What You’ll Learn: What you’re really saying yes to – and it’s not what you think. 3 questions to ask yourself to find out what you’re dreaming about. The importance of g...

Letting go. Not an easy thing to do, especially if you’re a leader who is used to managing (or controlling) everything and everyone around you. Why is that?  Notice that we usually think of negative outcomes to letting go.  “Things won’t go the way I want them.” “He’ll leave me.”  “She won’t do it the way I want it done if I don’t keep on top of her.”  It’s a lot of responsibility and work to try...

Someday. Do you hear yourself saying that about things or adventures you want to experience? As women, we put off our desires because we’ve been socialized to take care of others, nurture others, give to other. We’ve also been trained that giving to ourselves is selfish.  Not true.  When we allow ourselves to receive, we become better. We deepen our own connection to ourselves and the Divine. We b...

For centuries, women have been socialized and trained that saying “no” is a selfish thing to do and that we should be pleasing those around us. That kind of messaging only leads to resentment and burnout. This week I share some ideas on how you can say no, maybe and yes to only those things you truly want – with ease. What You’ll Learn: Why “no” is a complete sentence. How setting limits frees up...

We were raised to think doing things perfectly was the best way to be and this messaging started at a very early age. Color inside the lines. Get good grades. Never make a mistake. We’ve all experienced is, so why is it some people don’t internalize that messaging and create a lot of stress and some don’t? This week’s episode shines a light on the root cause of perfectionism.  What You’ll Learn: W...

Over the last few years, imposter syndrome has come under fire for many reasons and the definition of it has been diluted. For those who make up the 70% of the world’s population that identify with the clear definition of impostor syndrome, this isn’t good news. This week episode covers why understanding impostor syndrome and accepting that it is a real thing is beneficial to everyone. What You’ll...

As women, we have been taught to look to others for help in making decisions and that we can’t trust ourselves completely to know how to handle things or what is best for us. That’s why we second-guess ourselves on small decisions and big ones. We haven’t had the practice of listening to our own wisdom and trusting that without fear of making a mistake. It’s time to change that, don’t you agree? W...

Like many things, the term self-care has been watered down and misinterpreted for women.  Waxing, nail appointments, massages – these are not self-care, they are body maintenance by our society’s standards.  In this episode, I share my definition of what true self-care is, what it isn’t and why self-help books aren’t your answer. What You’ll Learn: My definition of self-care. How a calendar keeps...

Have you ever been faced with a goal you’ve set only to hear yourself commit to beginning it tomorrow? A new diet, a new workout, asking for a promotion after a the end of the quarter… We get ourselves into a daydream that “tomorrow” will bring perfect performance on our part and then we will finally be happy. But it never happens.  This week’s episode focuses on why that perfection daydream will...

As children, we are taught there are rules that need to be followed and if they are not, you suffer the consequences.  Suffer. What if breaking the rules ends suffering? What then? This week’s episode explores what, why and how to get comfortable breaking the rules so you can realize your dreams. What You’ll Learn: Why a “good student” mindset holds you back. How the 4 Derailers ™ make you a rule...

Our human brains are powerful things and can be used to create an amazing life – if we know how to use them. Have you ever noticed that when you’re feeling angry about one thing, it spreads into other things? What you focus on expands and that can be helpful or hurtful. In this week’s episode I share how even when I’m in a funk, I have a system to snap out of it. What You’ll Learn: How low value t...

Sometimes you need a reminder of how powerful you truly are – and I’m just the person to do that. I know there are things happening that are difficult for you and that sometimes you just can’t believe are happening. And this can do a number on how you see yourself.  I see who you are and know one thing for sure: You are worthy. Not for what you do for others. Not for what you accomplish at work. N...

Women take care of every one else, but they rarely take care of themselves when they are sick. Are you one of them? I get it. I used to be one, too. Women just push through and exhaust themselves when they are sick all in the name of not wanting to bother others or feeling like they have to do the work – no one else can. It’s time to change how we treat ourselves, especially when we are ill. Rest...

Growth can be a positive result of taking action, yet it is often associated with difficulty and discomfort. And rightly so. Growth forces you to get out from behind the safety of your comfort zone. It makes you vulnerable to criticism or rejection from the outside world. There’s a lot of discomfort in staying stuck. You have a deep knowing that you could be doing things differently, having new ex...

We are trained that being the best is the only thing to strive for, it’s the only thing worth doing. But here’s the truth on that.  It’s not memorable nor is it sustainable. Instead of focusing on being the best, focus on being the best version of yourself. That is definitely worth the time and effort. What you’ll learn: Details about my Retreat Platinum Community. The myth behind being the best....

Do you have regrets? Most people do and according to research , the most common regret is: “I wish I'd had the courage to live a life true to myself, not the life others expected of me.” This is very telling on where our society is today. But there is good news. You have the power to stop existing and start really living. What You’ll Learn: What I learned from a whale. The Oscar Wilde quote t...

When you think of going on retreat you might envision being busy doing lots of activities and seeing all the sites. While that's part of it, it's not the focus. That’s all about doing. If you’ve ever wondered what you can learn about yourself while being immersed in a once in a lifetime experience, this podcast is for you. What You’ll Learn: Questions to ask yourself about your capacity...

One of the reasons we have a difficult time maintaining our vision over the long haul is that it is so difficult for us to receive. We are incredibly good at giving and doing for others. And even though women are getting a better at it, there is major room for improvement in the space of receiving, a space that encompasses letting in, letting go and asking for help. What You’ll Learn: Answer the q...