Her Unapologetic Life Podcast with Mercedes | Therapeutic Coaching for Women

It’s that time of year again, and Mercedes candidly shares some of her personal and professional wins and detours of 2024. She also asks her listeners to ask themselves important questions and take the time to reflect.  Reflection is a powerful way to transition into the new year. And - quite possibly even more importantly, to close out 2024 in a place of gratitude and excitement of what is to com...

As we continue to process our innate desire for Peaceful Productivity - Mercedes shares the MAJOR theme that comes up in all of her sessions, team building, leadership work…. And that is communication. This affects all areas of our lives, EVERY day. The way we talk to ourselves can be a game changer. This episode is a golden nugget. You're welcome!

In today’s episode Mercedes shares how to maximize your retreat experience for Peaceful Productivity and so much more. When we invest the time, energy, and money into an experience, it doesn’t have to be over as we drive away. In fact, it makes it sweeter.  This is an episode Mercedes will share and refer to her retreat attendees or anyone who values retreating. This is one worth saving.

Mercedes is back - sooner than usual - to muse about this month’s theme “peaceful productivity”.  She recorded this post-retreat, back in her normal environment- and noticed now much clarity, focus, and peaceful productivity she had in the midst of the chaos around her. She offers a few observations and suggestions as you, her listener, invites in more peacefully productive time into your life. Sh...

This episode is for all the ladies who make the plan for some time away for themselves or with friends, and then overwhelm hits - and the knee-jerk reaction is to cancel. To stay home to recalibrate, create security / safety, or to take charge.  In this episode, Mercedes gently challenges this autopilot, taking 3 tips, or words of advice from her husband when this occurred recently.  This episode...

As promised, Mercedes is back to uplevel our recovery when it comes to people pleasing. She is a theme girl, so, sticking with August’s theme of “Quality over Quantity”, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Get ready for some real talk about what has to happen to kick people pleasing to the curb more and more with each step you take.

I am a cyclical person - heck, we all are - and while we can reflect anyday on what I am about to talk to… there are days / times that seem more powerful and intentional than others. And…. ½ way through the year… that is a midpoint.   Vantage point.  A few ways we can take a pause…. To look at how we can live into intentional living for the rest of the year. 1- Seasonal living. This is so powerful...

Recovering from people-pleasing is a journey, one that us leaders need to take. We are cultivating with what we have- so yes ladies, we have some control over how this journey goes.  Next level recovery from people-pleasing is today’s topic.  There are layers, levels… it is deep seeded for sure! Mercedes encourages us with a few nuggets of wisdom, as she is on this journey as well. Join us!

Spring is here, and Mercedes is setting the intention and creating a focus on Cultivating - in your life and your work. She loves the definitions - and shares 3 ways she has been cultivating in her life.  Grab a pen and write out some ways you can as well.  Cultivating that comes from what we already have and from within is where it is at.

Show notes: Let’s face it - we are stubborn, at least parts of our brains are. We want things to line up, receive many signs, and have proof that things are going to work out before we “decide” something.  Today Mercedes shares a few things that might keep you stuck, and what to do about it after you identify them. You owe it to yourself and your future self to settle in a minute and get into that...

Mercedes is back….. To share what happened after she decided to call it quits in the podcasting world. And, to inspire her audience to give themselves permission to change their minds, their hearts at any point along the journey.  Even if it seems like you are going backwards, there is always more to the story.    ----  Her Unapologetic Life on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/groups/herun...

As 2023 draws to an end, Mercedes shares a letter- for you and for any lady leader who lives into the both/ and - the beautiful and the messy- on the daily.    She also talks about pausing her podcast - at least in the traditional sense. She has been cooking up something that has the feel of our familiar social media hang-outs, but is away from the scroll, endless memes (although there might be so...

Today, Mercedes brings us into the ‘most wonderful time of the year’ with this episode on self-compassion. She shares her own journey into self-reflection this season, as she decides not to ignore the call for self-compassion.  And self-care. This is the season we give, connect, share, grieve, fight exhausting…. All the things. Mercedes is here to remind us that when we have self-compassion, we do...

For this episode, Mercedes was looking for a communication expert. Someone who could give us some amazing pointers on how to communicate with ourselves for transformation and that purposeful life we all want. Mercedes happens to know a few. Then something happened. In her sessions and time with the women in her life (including herself) a theme and topic kept coming up. It had to do with chronic ve...

As we round the bend to the holidays again this year, now is a good time as any to focus, or refocus on our communication. Anytime is- so whenever this one pops into your life - it is the perfect time.    Are you one to shy away from “conflict”? Whether it be setting boundaries verbally or having that crucial conversation? Today’s episode scratches the surface of communication, but as the holidays...

Today’s guest, Koree Ritter, is a powerhouse and one of the sweetest people I know.  Koree is a Strategic Marketing Consultant who helps purpose-driven service providers and small business owners solidify their strategy and plan their marketing so they can take action on their ideas, grow their business, and create more good in the world. She managed more than a few of my projects and really helpe...

You might be wondering how the word “peaceful” and “productivity” can actually go together? Awhile back, I was having lunch with a client and she coined the term “peaceful productivity” when talking about what she was really wanting in the next season - and for her life in general tbh. We sat with that a little that day, and from there, Mercedes has spent more time talking with her clients and her...

What happens when your job, or career, blends with or just might be your “hobby”? Do you have a few blurred lines? Is it hard to leave the work at the office because it is also a past-time? You are not alone- and I invited Amanda back!  This is an age-old conversation we have had! Listen in on our conversation that we know is oh-so-relatable!   ---- Need support? https://mercedessaurbaughcoaching....

-------- Mercedes stops in for another quick solo episode while Amanda is on the mend - no worries, interview next week! In this “bonus” episode Mercedes shares some a-ha moments that have happened since part one. If you are still wondering about this hobby thing and are struggling to prioritize me-time even if it is the weekend- have a listen. This will shift your perspective!  Listen to the end...

In today’s episode, Mercedes reviews a few reasons we, as women, might have a hard time figuring out what our next hobby will be. And- takes a page out of her husband’s hobby book to share how he and the men in your life can help you create a more fulfilling and passionate personal (hobby) life. -------- Need support? https://mercedessaurbaughcoaching.as.me/complimentaryconsult   Her Unapologetic...

Recovering people pleasers, good girls, anyone putting others before themselves…. Tune in to this one. I am interviewing my new COO, and one of my besties - Amanda Brouwer. This conversation will give you nuggets of wisdom and will flip your script of not wanting to disappoint others. Imagine “next level” quitting the people pleasing - you will have a higher quality of life - and those around you...

Quality of life has been a priority for Mercedes these days, and she has learned a lot from her own experiences and those of her client’s along the way.  While we often want to have more rich, present, and meaningful experiences in our lives, we don’t always “go for it”. In today’s episode, Mercedes inspires us by giving us a simple road map - 3 ideas to consider - to step out of the busyness and...

Join Mercedes today, as she kicks off her monthly interviews. It is high time that she shares some of the amazing stories she hears - in her own life and in the lives of her clients.  Today- meet Emily- a friend and business bestie. When Emily had to close her cleaning business, due to back surgery - she made a major shift. And with HUGE success! She is “cleaning house” in the Real Estate Market t...

We have reached 150 EPISODES today! Tune in for a blend of reflection, a-ha moments, and nuggets of wisdom that Mercedes (and you!) can take into the next season.    What ship needs to sail in your life today? What is next for you? Mercedes hopes today will give you the inspiration and curiosity to find out! -------- Need support? https://mercedessaurbaughcoaching.as.me/complimentaryconsult   Her...

With all the diet pills, quick fixes, and hard-core detoxes being advertised for the “prep for summer” campaign, Mercedes is tapping it to give her 2 cents, and provide some other options.  Options that will let your mind and body know you love them, are working WITH them, and you are in this journey of self-care and true beauty for the long haul.  This will be an episode you don’t want to miss if...