Brilliant Balance

You need powerful language to command a room or explain a side. And when you don't know how to make your point, you end up apologizing and underselling.  If you fall into patterns of bad communication, you'll never make the impact you want in the world. You'll only weaken your authority and confuse those around you.   In this episode, you'll discover the 8 ways to stop weakening your language and...

Getting a good night's rest makes every part of your day better. It enhances your mood, energizes your spirit, and gets you ready to take on the day.  And while we all know how important sleep is, why do we continue to struggle with getting a good snooze? When you lose out on sleep, it throws everything out of balance. Life feels overwhelming, rushed, and even the smallest decisions feel impossibl...

You know that a good day starts with a good morning. But it only takes one missing shoe to throw off the entire flow of those early hours… Perfect mornings aren't about being mistake-free. They are about handling things that come your way (while having enough time to get out the door).  In this episode, you'll discover the three keys to feeling calmer, in control, and on top of things in the morni...

When you're asked about your dreams, does it feel like a question of the past? You've had your dreams, made life decisions, and closed off the rest. But dreams don't only belong to kids! And they offer more to adults than 'fantasy.' Dreams inspire you, guide you to a greater purpose, and propel you forward. In this episode, you'll discover why dreaming as an adult leads to your most impactful and...

Thank you for being a loyal podcast listener and helping us get to our 200th episode! To honor this milestone, we're flipping the script and answering YOUR important questions about living a brilliant and balanced life!  Show highlights include: How to 'tip the scale' toward personal development (when all you do is work for other people) (3:45) The threshold rituals for making family time magical...

It doesn't come as a surprise that most people want control in their lives, but the desire for it feeds anxiety.  When you can't control your environment, you get a gut feeling that something is wrong. It keeps you trapped and in fear of making a move. But if you're too focused on what you can't control, the opportunities for what you can are gone. In this episode, you'll learn how to loosen the g...

A majority of people feel the need to "hide" parts of their identity at work. They downplay their life, avoid personal questions, and get too wrapped up in projects.  But hiding who you are at work takes a lot of time and energy. In this episode, you'll discover why showing up with your "whole self" at the office creates the most opportunities and connections in your career. Show highlights includ...

Managing your emotions isn't a natural concept. It takes practice and commitment. And even when you take the high road, you might not get the response you want. But emotional maturity is more than asserting yourself. It's about getting back in control over how you feel. So that no matter what anyone does, you're always elevating the conversation. In this episode, you'll discover the five keys to e...

Whether it's related to work or something personal, we've all felt like we're swimming with our heads underwater.  You can only hold your breath for so long. Coming up for air is the only way to live a life with joy (and recover to take on the day).  The times you think you can't take a break are usually when you need to take one the most.  In this episode, you'll discover why coming up for air is...

It's easy to forget who you are in a world full of social pressure. But if you can't overcome a fear of judgment, you won't do the things you're drawn to. And if you suppress your true nature, life starts to feel miserable. Integrity is about getting in tune with the truth and doing things with purpose. The more integrity you have, the closer you are to your true self. In this episode, Dr. Martha...

If you are stuck doing the same thing every day, life gets stagnant. You start to feel drained, unmotivated, and without options.  But unhappy circumstances won't change unless you do. In fact, you might even be standing in your own way. In this episode, you'll learn why doing different things brings the most potential to your life.  Show highlights include: The 'up-leveling' strategy for getting...

When you hear the word 'selfish,' you might think of a person who focuses only on themselves. It's portrayed as a negative trait that puts us above others. But being selfish isn't as bad as you think. And if you spend all of your time focused on everyone else, you'll quickly burn out.   You need selfishness to steer life in the direction you want, create better relationships, and feel a sense of s...

Whether it's choosing a restaurant for dinner or deciding to move across the country for a job, we face decisions on a daily basis. And sometimes those decisions can feel so overwhelming, you'd rather not make them at all. But the decision-making process is far more important than the decision itself. And if you spend your time continuously going over the best possible choice, nothing will ever ge...

Crossing paths with highly influential people can be quite nerve-racking. There's a wave of intimidation surrounding success and social status, even if you've only created a persona of the actual person in your head.  Besides nerves and intimidation, there's also a level of energy and excitement around influencers… but why? Is it the need to be seen? Or heard?  Or is it because we are entering a n...

If you find yourself fighting fatigue with an extra cup of coffee or looking to escape your day with a second glass of wine, you're not alone. And while it can feel like life is full of one-time actions, it's the habits formed daily that achieve happier days. In this episode, you'll learn how to build habits in service of your long-term goals and reclaim control over the life you want (instead of...

Many of us have a love-hate relationship with to-do lists. While some people live through having one, others cringe at the sight of it. And right when you check off a box on your list, it feels like three more things are added. How can you find happiness and family time under the weight of an ever-growing list? In this episode, you'll learn how to create much-needed breathing room on a never-endin...

We all have a list of excuses, but what's the real reason you keep standing in your own way? And how do you stop stalling to let the adventure of life unfold? No matter how much fear and discomfort a decision holds, pushing past your comfort zone to accomplish something far outweighs the rest. In this episode, you'll learn how to overcome resistance and stop stalling for a more adventurous and ful...

There's a wave of frustration you might feel when running an errand or grabbing groceries. These tasks sometimes seem impossible to do, no matter how easy they should theoretically be.  But dismissing how stuck you feel when it comes to the simple things doesn't make the frustrating feelings go away. And it certainly doesn't lighten the load you carry.  In this episode, you'll learn how to take th...

Feel like you're rushing through each day and always stuck in the middle of a flurry of activity? You're not alone. And with the constant need to get things done, you'll only bulldoze through the sweet and silly moments you crave in life.  It's not "more time" that you need, it's more presence. Being fully present is about finding joy with what's right in front of you - no matter what's on your to...

As you get older, you start experiencing a range of mental and physical changes. Whether it's a little extra weight you've never noticed before or a transition into menopause, it can become stressful when you don't know what's natural and what's in your control.  But if you understand how to nurture your mind and body throughout the years, life only feels more youthful. In this episode, women's he...

It's so easy to get caught up in the daily hustle and forget to take time for yourself. And even if you do have time for yourself, you might not use it. In fact, you might even find yourself picking up extra work instead. Because for many of us, "me time" feels so guilty. Sound familiar? But it's so important to remember that time for yourself is essential for restoring your energy and renewing yo...

So you're looking to make healthier choices for your family, but you're overwhelmed and not sure where to start. Between learning to cook new meals and encouraging your kids to try them, dinnertime seems impossible. (And putting frozen chicken nuggets in the oven sounds a lot easier right about now.) Sound familiar? In this episode, you'll learn the top five tools for starting a successful health...

Last year's roller coaster of change has taken a toll on our mental health. And while you may feel anxious and trapped in what tomorrow brings, remember that you can only make life better one day at a time. In this episode, you'll learn how to stop endless worrying over the future and discover five reminders for doing what you can to make today better. Show highlights include: The "yesterday" thin...

Whether you realize it or not, we negotiate all the time. While buying a new car or discussing a salary may come to mind, we have to overcome obstacles and set clear objectives in our personal lives too. And unfortunately, these situations don't come with a script.  So what does it mean to 'meet in the middle' when there's much more at stake? Or when there seems to be an imbalance in power? In thi...

It has been stamped into our brains since childhood that "winners never quit and quitters never win." This mentality can lead to overcommitting and the type of exhaustion that no amount of coffee can resurrect. And if you want to make room for bigger things in life, you have to let something go.  So how do you know when it's time to quit?  In this episode, you'll navigate through the best and wors...