Brilliant Balance

A brand new year is a cause for celebration! It's a time to clean your slate and start fresh. And while many of us want to jump-start the new year on a good note, we tend to get hung up with trying to find our life's purpose. So, what should you be doing instead? In this episode, I discuss 4 ways to help you avoid the paralysis that comes with seeking your life's purpose. Show highlights include:...

New beginnings bring new possibilities. And after a year like we've just had, something new sounds pretty good, right? Unfortunately, it's easy to go overboard with resolutions. That's why so many women burn out quickly and end the year right where they started. But not you. Not this year. In this episode, I share my best tips and secrets for making, prioritizing, and succeeding with your New Year...

With everything going on right now in the world, in your life, and in your home, sometimes this season can feel more chaotic than enjoyable. In this episode, I discuss three opportunities you have to grab a moment of calm and solitude amid the hectic holidays.   Show highlights include: How to set yourself up for a successful day (even when you know things are about to get super busy) (2:11) The "...

You asked… and I answered! One of my favorite things to do is answer questions from the wonderful members of our Brilliant Balance community. In this episode, I give my best tips for things like how to establish a morning routine, how to painlessly get your children to do their share of the household chores, and much more!  Show highlights include: How to broadly apply specific career training to...

Many women end up creating all the holiday experiences for their families. And while you want to enjoy the holidays, taking it all on your shoulders can transform your relaxing time off into another stressful work day. But, you don't have to do it all! It's important for you to take time to care for yourself. You and your family will benefit. In this episode, I discuss why it's important for you t...

The holidays are almost here. It's tempting to get lost in everything holiday-related, especially after the year we've had. Spending boatloads of time and money can provide a temporary reprieve from the stress of our normal lives. But while it feels good in the moment, going overboard for the holidays can have lasting financial and emotional consequences. In this episode, I discuss common areas of...

While Thanksgiving might look a little different this year, there's one thing that won't change even through a Zoom gathering... family tensions!  If gathering with family has you feeling stressed out, this episode is for you! Listen as I share my best tips for maintaining your peace of mind and staying balanced during the holidays.  Show highlights include: How to maintain your routine… and your...

Do you feel like you have unrealized potential? That you're destined for something bigger, but not sure how to get there? Every day, women are faced with countless obstacles on the path to their personal and professional advancement, from internal fears to external criticism. As a result, we tend to avoid risk and play small. But then, we just stay stuck. In this episode, success coach and bestsel...

What makes your blood boil? Many women have a complicated relationship with anger. This is because society sees anger differently in men vs. women. Women often feel like they shouldn't express their anger. In fact, studies show that women who express anger in the workplace lose power and influence. In this episode, I discuss why anger is completely normal. Show highlights include: How gender influ...

Are there things in your life that you avoid thinking about? Maybe finances, relationship issues, or even business problems? Most of us want to avoid pain and conflict, but denial won't solve your problems. They won't go away on their own.  In this episode, I discuss 3 common situations that cause denial and how to overcome them to move your life forward. Show highlights include: The surprising wa...

Lots of women have the dream of starting a non-profit that aligns with their passion. The idea of solving a problem by using their gifts and talents is a dream come true. But the amount of work and logistics that go into starting a non-profit can be overwhelming.  In this episode, I'm joined by world-class chef and non-profit entrepreneur Suzy deYoung. We discuss how to identify problems that matc...

The greeting card industry, entertainment, and media have all convinced women that it's impossible to have it all. By normalizing mediocrity, they encourage you to settle and stop striving for brilliant balance. But I want you to dream again. I believe that you can have it all. In this 3rd Anniversary episode, I discuss how to ignore the negative influence of our culture and turn your dreams into...

When you look at other women who seem to have it all together, it can be easy to assume that they never have a bad day, or their family is perfect.  But the truth is, even the most successful experience doubt and anxiety at times. That's why staying grounded in your life is so important for your happiness and mental well-being.  In this episode, I'm joined by entrepreneur and former professional v...

We are faced with hundreds of decisions every day, and take most of them for granted because they are automatic. But every once in a while we get hung up on a small decision. This may not seem like such a big deal, but it is. Dragging your feet on small decisions is distracting you and stopping you from making moves on the important things in your life. In this episode, I discuss the 3 phases of e...

In our climb through life, there are lots of things we cling to believing they will help us achieve our goals and dreams. But these things can hold us back when we don't know when to let go. Things that started as assets can become liabilities as you move forward in your life and career.  In this episode, I discuss four areas that may be holding you back and how to let go in order to level up your...

Business is challenging on its own. It becomes exponentially more difficult when we let insecurity and self-doubt hold us back. It's time to stop waiting for permission and go after what you want. Whether it's your job or your own business, you already have what you need to get started. In this episode, I'm joined by author and business coach Emma Isaacs. We discuss how to overcome the challenges...

Have you ever said, "I'll be so happy when…" or "I won't be happy until…"? Or felt let down upon achieving a huge life goal?  This is common for high-achieving women. Nothing is worse than staking your happiness on a goal, only to feel empty when you get what you thought you wanted. But it doesn't have to be that way.  In this episode, I discuss how to make sure you're pursuing the right goals, wh...

Your words shape your life. And you have an inner dialogue running at all times. But you may not know how profoundly that inner dialogue can affect your actions, decisions, and mindset. When it comes to harmful inner dialogue, I've noticed three major themes that hold women back from achieving the balance they're striving for. In this episode, I discuss the three areas that hold women back and how...

The immense uncertainty and anxiety in our lives today is creating a mental health crisis for some. This can take a variety of forms, but there's no doubt that these unprecedented times have been difficult for all of us. A lot of women are seeking guidance. But how do you know if you should consider therapy or coaching? And what is the difference? In this episode, I discuss the difference in focus...

Have you experienced the feeling of achieving your personal, professional, and financial goals… yet still feeling dissatisfied? We often get stuck in our "zone of excellence", collecting achievements and rewards that don't speak to the core of who we really are. However, we stay there because it's comfortable and relatively easy, and we avoid moving into the "zone of genius", where our true passio...

When our world becomes chaotic, it can be hard to tell if we're still making the kind of progress we want in our lives. But even in the best of times, progress doesn't follow a consistent path. You will have setbacks and missteps. But that doesn't mean that you've failed. You have to look at the big picture to get an accurate idea of your progress. In this episode, I discuss why your emotions are...

With back-to-school in sight, we have so many unknowns to face. This will be unlike any other school year we've experienced before. And while we didn't choose any of the circumstances we are about to face, challenges provide the opportunity to grow. And the way we grow is by leaning into the discomfort. In this encore episode, I discuss why avoiding discomfort causes failure, the subtle way compar...

Are you feeling overworked? Crazy busy? Stretched too thin? You know you should be prioritizing your health and family, but it seems impossible when there are so many things that need to get done. How do you decide what is most important? In this episode, bestselling author Greg McKeown joins me to discuss the benefits of essentialism, the false dichotomy between yes and no, and how to set up your...

This time of year is a great time to pause and reflect. The start of school and other new beginnings are often the best time to ask yourself what dreams and challenges are out there for you. Maybe it's a new job or starting your own business. But often the idea of striving for the next level immediately brings out the voice of your inner critic, telling you that you're not good enough. I've identi...

Maintaining balance as a working mom is a huge challenge. When the stress of your day meets the stress of your family, things can get ugly. If you find yourself yelling at your children only to regret it afterwards, this episode is for you. Parenting expert Heather Chauvin joins me to show you why we yell, why trying to change your child's behavior is a mistake, and how to retrain your brain to ha...