Her Unapologetic Life Podcast with Mercedes | Therapeutic Coaching for Women

In today's episode, we're revisiting what we talked about during our fireside chat! If you missed out or made it live  -  check it out. I added a few new things while I was recording the podcast, so this isn’t exactly like the live chat. I was pleasantly surprised to learn even more myself.    **Coming soon: The 12 Days of Christmas starts on December 26 in the Facebook Group . Just check in there...

  Are you busy or are you productive? And, does it really matter? Many of the ladies in my life LOVE to be productive, myself included. It seems like it's tied into our identity. And, when we are productive we feel SO much better. But, you know what doesn’t make us feel better?   Being too busy. Take some time with me today to check out what I discovered when I really looked at the difference betw...

Time flies between Thanksgiving and Christmas. I think I say this every year, “I can’t believe it’s December already!” Before you fall into that fast river of December life, stay over here with me for a minute.  From the vantage point of looking forward with anticipation and reflecting over the year in gratitude. Be, Do, Have Gratitude list. Sounds as cool as it is. So, take a few to rest here wit...

In today’s episode, I share some things I have learned or am being reminded of when it comes to rest. So needed this season! Grab a warm drink and listen from the place of discovery. What are you learning about rest this season and how life goes when you listen to its call? Join me for the " 3 Ways to Have an Unhurried Holiday Season" masterclass this week. We'll talk about 3 ways to minimize the...

I love sharing my own experiences and the lessons I've learned along the way with you. Today, we're talking about how there will be sometimes when we need to stay home and rest. And, then there will be other times when we don't. How can we honor our time, our families, our friends, and our own specific needs? Settle in with me as I share some musings with you :)   -------- Need support? Let's chat...

"Hurry up, we are going to be late."   "I am in a hurry, I will catch you later." "How are you? Life is busy…. Yours?"   These are some of the phrases I have probably said… and, the list could go on. When I stay in the hurry mode for too long, I get frenzied, frustrated, and exhausted. Something I can’t “fake until I make it” through nearly as “good” as I used to. So much of our hurry is self-impo...

I “lost” my voice 5 days ago, and it is taking time to return.  So, for today, I'm sharing a “Throw Back Thursday” Episode…. From a year ago.  I have been talking about High Functioning Anxiety for a while now, but I want to take a few moments during November to talk more about it.  When we don’t manage it, our holidays can take on a life of their own, leaving us depleted and worn out well before...

We are all brave... We are. “Just be brave” is something we either tell ourselves or a well-meaning adult tells us at some point along our road. Sometimes it lands well and we step more and more into “that brave girl” identity as we grow. And, sometimes it can set us back a bit. I am more of a both/and girl, so there are days I feel brave and know it.  And there are others where I don’t feel it at...

I am a true clutter bug. I love collecting things, have a sentimental attachment to stuff, am a plant mom, and most of my house isn’t picked up on any given day. What about you?  Do you collect? Dump? Stuff? Donate? Regardless, boxes are great for it all.   Storing or donating. Sometimes, the boxes aren't literal... “live outside the box”,  “Don’t put them in a box”,   “Getting on my soapbox….”, e...

Do you see retreats as a remedy for a hurried life? If you are anything like me, you take your time deciding when to retreat.  Sometimes, I have every excuse in the book.   Let's talk retreats! Even if you are only curious, and not quite a  believer yet, tune in.  Be inspired and allow yourself to dream of your ideal retreat. Join me for today's episode, to hear more about it, and for 3 indicators...

In today’s episode, I read a poem by Ev’Yan Whitney.  And WOW. How many times have you said to yourself “I am just too much _____” or “who does she think she is?”  This episode is a must-hear! The poem is powerful and, my thought-provoking rambling after is also worth it! Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Today, I decided to record as if I were walking in the woods with my dogs.  In this episode, you get the unedited, (maybe awkward) version of my thoughts on what can happen if you are not present with yourself. We'll also talk about what to do when you are ready to stop ignoring yourself and start being present with yourself.   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

In today's episode, I chat candidly with you about some reasons why being present with YO-SELF is so important and life-giving. Give it a listen and let me know what you think!   Don't forget, you can join in the conversation in the Her Unapologetic Life community on Facebook.   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

I hope you enjoy this TBT episode- No Time Like the Present. During this time of reflection and letting go this fall season- I thought this was a timely reminder. Let’s take this next season together to live in our own time- not wasting our precious time, or cramming in all the things in the name of making the most of it. There is no time like the present - This Autumn season - to be present.     ...

"I just gotta push through these next couple of days" Does this sound like you? Today, we're talking all about the high-functioning anxiety frenzy. I'm sharing what I used to do, what I've learned, and how I have shifted. I hope you are able to listen to my story, take a few things, and reassess how you are functioning.   ----- Music: https://www.purple-planet.com  

I feel like I have 1 foot in Summer, and the other in Autumn.  There are still more books on my beach read list, yet pulling on a sweatshirt for morning walks feels so good… And guess what, that is okay! Join me today to look at different ways to continue writing your story, with pen in hand, in a way YOU are content to do so. Seasonal living is a real thing, and I hope after listening to this epi...

We are headed into another season - back to school (and fall!) whether we like it or not.  Where does this soon-to-be transition time find you? In the balance you have been craving? Spoiler alert- balance is possible, but NOT in that perfectionistic way we get stuck in, or like our friend or neighbor or sister.  We get to redefine what balance is to us. And, after the last season, you are ready an...

Often, we put creativity in a box, and typically exclude ourselves from it.  I used to think that because I can not free-hand draw or paint without numbers that I am not creative. Most of the women in my life - clients, team, friends - would not claim to be “creative” or “a creative”, but I am here to tell ya they are.  And, you are.  Listen in today, as I chat with you all about creativity, why w...

Money is something that was a taboo subject for me when growing up.  It was impolite to talk about, and I was NEVER to ask anyone how much something cost or if they bought it. We are all raised with money beliefs, the good ones, the bad ones, the ugly ones.  And, I say - let’s shake it up a little, well… A LOT, and challenge that status quo.   In today’s episode, I share a few trends I see when mo...

Does anyone else love learning as much as I do? Today, I talk about it in terms of Professional Development. Such a fun topic for me! The thing is, we can get so caught up in that ‘next’ thing- class, certification, training, etc. that we actually are not moving forward in professional development in a way that is life-giving and fulfilling. Join me for this in-depth chat and let me know what you...

Ya gotta have Faith… I am not sure George Michael was referring to our Spirituality when he sang his song, but  Faith.  What a great word.  Come hang out and allow this beautiful topic - SPIRITUALITY- to inspire and intrigue you. This piece of the “Circle of Life” has the most power to transform and create that joy, peace, and love we all want. We would love to have you join the conversation in th...

When I look around, I notice that women who allow themselves to experience joy daily, are more balanced, rested, at peace, and feeling the love—all markers of success in my and my client’s books.  How is your joy meter?  Do you experience pleasure on the regular? Listen in to today’s podcast to hear a small story about this- it is something that is sometimes lost in translation. Click here to chec...

In this week's episode, we're talking about taking our power back and creating our own, PERSONAL social life.  I encourage you to listen today - to see where you might want to reconsider what you are spending your social time on.   We can change our social life and calendar whenever we want. Seasonally or spur of the moment. We only have so much time, and we get to decide.    Music: https://www.pu...

In today’s episode, we're talking about relationships from the perspective of "peopling" I often overcommit during the summer, and this summer I notice I get tired-literally- when I am hanging out with people too much.   So, what’s a girl to do?  How does one be in relationship in the summer and feel rested, valued, and living a meaningful life? Come hang out with me and find out where you are on...

I can’t believe Episode 100 is here! Time flies when we are having fun! Is your home a haven? Today - we start to take inventory of your home environment, in the next area of life.  This is a great season to take stock and create more of a haven at home.  It really does make all the difference. Have a listen, then stop by the Her Unapologetic Life community and let me know about your haven.   ----...