Emotionally Uncomfortable

"Stop researching every aspect of it and reading all about it and debating the pros and cons of it … Start doing it." -  Jocko Willink In this episode, I talk about: Deconstructing our "all or nothing" mentality and instead embracing being a little better every day The value of not allowing our uncomfortable emotions to control us Recognizing that if we don't take those uncomfortable steps in diff...

"You have the power to heal your life, and you need to know that. We think so often that we are helpless, but we're not. We always have the power of our minds…Claim and consciously use your power." ―  Louise L. Hay   In this episode, Samantha and I talk about: How to change your relationship with fear How to show up in your own life  The importance of manifesting what you want Continue the convers...

"Accountability is the glue that bonds commitment to results." -  Will Craig In this episode, I talk about: The illusion of "doing it alone" and the importance of cultivating a community around you to help you meet your goals The reality behind why you may be "playing small" and facing what is holding you back Meeting challenges head-on and using them as opportunities for creating change  Continue...

"There's so much toxic masculinity out there. I grew up with the notion that the more masculine you are and the less you show emotion, the more of a man you are." — Karamo Brown In this episode, Eli shares his perspective and highlights: Recognizing that men are given limited permission to express their emotions and the issues with these limitations become compounded when they become parents Under...

"Don't go through life, grow through life." -Eric Butterworth In this episode, I talk about: Getting f*cking real & assessing where I am and where I want to be Owning my sh*t and taking responsibility for what I've had a hand in Investing in life coaching Continue the conversation on Instagram  @heatherchauvin_ Take the ENERGY FINDER Quiz: https://heatherchauvin.com/lifequiz   To get my freebies,...

"The art of mothering is to teach the art of living to children." —Elaine Heffner In this episode, Jill shares her perspective and highlights: Awknowlegining the value of "choosing yourself" despite feelings of guilt and judgment from the outside Understanding generational patterns of parenting and breaking maladaptive patterns by being a role model to your child The importance of choosing yoursel...

 "Happiness depends upon ourselves." – Aristotle In this episode, I talk about: Understanding what wanting to feel "good" means, and how we can meet those needs so that we can feel good Acknowledging that some people and/or some things will be left behind as you become more aligned What steps you can take to get closer to alignment every day Continue the conversation on Instagram  @heatherchauvin_...

"A person can do incredible things if he or she has enough hope." — Shannon K. Butcher In this episode, Dr. Melillo shares his perspective and highlights: The understanding that all health beings with the brain, and that treating the brain is possible throughout the lifespan Moving beyond the ideas of "diagnosis" or "disorder" and exploring brain balance and what that looks like The importance of...

 "One thing you can't hide - is when you're crippled inside." – John Lennon In this episode, I talk about: The skill of how to feel your feelings and what steps you can take right away to start building this skill The importance of managing your emotional energy on a consistent basis  What steps to take to process the emotions you have identified, both negative and positive emotions  Continue the...

"There is no such thing as a perfect parent. So just be a real one." – Sue Atkins In this episode, Bryan shares his perspective and highlights: The challenge of allowing your kids to make their own mistakes so that they may learn through their own experiences  Ways to implement emotional intelligence skills and staying out of the "red zone" The importance of mutual support in partnerships and the...

"Guilt: the gift that keeps on giving." – Erma Bombeck In this episode, I talk about: Understanding and confronting the guilt, the "mom guilt", that many of us carry     What the process of healing and moving on from feelings of guilt could look like  Recognizing our powerful ability to control how we think and feel, and the profound effect this can have on our life Continue the conversation on In...

"I am too weary to listen, too angry to hear." - Daniel Bell In this episode, Kimberly shares her story and highlights: Understanding the different reasons why anger shows up within us and how it can become part of our identity Being aware that anger is a "symptom" of something happening in our inner emotional world that requires attention The importance of being able to understand your own feelin...

 "You change the world by being yourself." – Yoko Ono In this episode, I talk about: Our reactions to the world happening around us and how we can create a meaningful impact   The ways in which burnout is actually rewarded within society and how this affects us Acknowledging that change can be easy and how we can shift from "autopilot" to incorporating changes every day Continue the conversation o...

"To be a good parent, you need to take care of yourself so that you can have the physical and emotional energy to take care of your family." – Michelle Obama In this episode, Adriana shares her story and highlights: What it is like to choose yourself and how to manage the associated negative feelings that may arise  Acknowledging that we "teach" people how to treat us and that we can teach them to...

"Don't wait. The time will never be just right." – Napoleon Hill In this episode, I talk about: Facing our post-pandemic lives and acknowledging that we might be inclined to fall back into old habits and routines  The importance of creating sustainable change through the daily practice of micro habits Embracing "messy consistency" as the break away from perfectionism  The importance of putting int...

"It is never too late to be what you might have been." – George Eliot In this episode, Jenna shares her story and highlights: Understanding if you really want to quit something or if you just need a break Knowing that a lot of avoiding what we have to do is based on the fear of what others will think Acknowledging that everything is relationship-based, including the relationship we have with ourse...

 "If I am not for myself, who will be for me? But if I am only for myself, what am I? And if not now, when?" – Hillel In this episode, I talk about: Paying attention to our "cycle" of burnout and how our goals are affected during the summer holidays The importance of "wildly imperfect, consistent action" when creating change in your life Acknowledging the consequences of neglecting the emotional,...

"To exist is to change, to change is to mature, to mature is to go on creating oneself endlessly." – Henri Bergson In this episode, Kim shares her story and highlights: Learning how to manage transitions and what the most important factors are to make transitions easier Facing identity changes and challenging expectations when going through a change The importance of regularly reassessing your cho...

"Achieve" comes before "Believe" in the dictionary, but the order is switched in real life." ―  Joyce Meyer In this episode, I talk about: Understanding the origins of Imposter Syndrome from a genetic and societal viewpoint Identifying "rescuing" behavior and the consequences this behavior has on our relationships  Linking the way we define and commit ourselves in our personal life to how we show...

"I'm not perfect, …but I'm enough." – Harold S. Kushner In this episode, Rachel shares her story and highlights: Learning to recognize the uncomfortable feelings, and how to manage them, when it comes to balancing work and family Understanding our inner "rescuer" and looking at the origins of this behavior How "imperfect consistency" is the key to creating meaningful and lasting changes  Rachel Ro...

"Too many people overvalue what they are not and undervalue what they are." - Malcolm Forbes In this episode, I talk about: The effect beliefs about money can have on parenting Understanding the powerful link between time, money, and energy Being able to face others' objections and not undervaluing your services (or yourself)  Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ For info on the...

"There is only one success- to be able to spend your life in your own way." - Christopher Morley In this episode, Alison shares her story and highlights: Her experience being an entrepreneur and what it means to serve others The process of decision making and the value of not overthinking your decisions How changes in education and  increases in opportunity are shaping the future of our children A...

"I am a woman, and I am worthy of being fuckin' wealthy." - Heather Chauvin In this episode, I talk about: The mindset of money and learning to "receive"  Debunking the myth of "I can't make money doing the things I enjoy." How making more money is linked to doing the emotionally uncomfortable work Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ For info on the Revenue Breakthrough Challen...

"As soon as you trust yourself, you will know how to live." - Goethe In this episode, Christina shares her story and highlights: How to "own your own change" and start by taking small actions  How to find the balance between pushing yourself to make changes and allowing change to happen How trusting yourself plays a crucial role for change Christina is a working professional, homeschooling, passio...

"Let us not look back in anger, nor forward in fear, but around us in awareness." - James Thurber In this episode, Jessica shares her story and highlights: Understanding anger as a secondary emotion and moving away from categorizing anger as "bad" The brain science behind anger and the function(s) of anger How new habits change us by rewiring our neurological connections The privilege of the chanc...