Imperfect Success

Today on the podcast we are talking all things scatterbrain. How scatterbrain is actually something to be grateful for (yes, it is, trust me) and how we can use my 3-step process to step out of squirrel mode and into ease and flow. P.s. Don’t forget to send me your wedding advice at hello@lifecoachbaker.com ---more---- Take the quiz! What Type of Perfectionist are You?  ----more---- Interested in...

We live in such a GO, GO, GO environment… but is that really helping us live a happy life? More often than not, we are not living in the present moment when we are moving at a 1000 miles a minute and as perfectionists, being in the present moment is one of the best ways we can boost self-worth, fulfillment, and heck, actually enjoying the life we are working so hard to create! ---more---- Take the...

Ahhh social media. While an incredible resource, it can also be a HUGE energy suck! In this episode I break down 3 different ways we can approach social media to save time, save ourselves from MAJOR comparison breakdowns, and actually use the app for what it is for - connecting and lets be real, laughing our asses off at funny memes. ---more---- Take the quiz! What Type of Perfectionist are You? ...

Today on the podcast Nicole talks about Decision Fatigue and how it hits extra hard for perfectionists. There are two different types of decisions; the everyday little decisions (what should I do today? What should I have for lunch? Should I go to the store now or later?) and big life decisions (do I go back to school? Do you stay at my 9-5? Do I move in with my partner?) and both types have a uni...

The identities that we put on ourselves (or that we allow others to put on us) have a HUGE impact on our mindset. Our brains will literally do anything (including warp our reality) to match the identity we have. So how often do we actually sit down and think about what identities we have for ourselves and ask if they are serving us or not? (Rarely, if ever, is the answer... btw). Take a moment and...

As a perfectionist, celebrating yourself is...uhhh… none existent. More often than not, perfectionists will feel proud for like 6 minutes and then immediately bounce to the next goal or task. I do not say this lightly, this is detrimental to our mental health and energy. Today on the show I talk about how we can learn to actually pause and celebrate ourselves! The answer is easier than you think!...

Affirmations, we know ‘em. We love ‘em. They often don’t work! No you are not broken if you’ve tried affirmations and they practically laughed in your face with their potency. Odds are that you were just using affirmations in a way that wasn’t going to stick. BUT, affirmations DO WORK! If you use them effectively. Today on the podcast we are doing a deep dive into affirmations, why they often don’...

Today on the podcast I talk all about the big C word. Change. Get your mind out of the gutter! During the pandemic, many of you (myself included) have undertaken massive amounts of change and honestly, it feels like we are chickens running around with our heads cut off most of the time. Today's episode is a three-step process to being mindful as we embrace change. Questions we dive into on the sho...

Today on the podcast I sit down with Naturopath, Comedian, Burlesque Dancer, and Owner of Sweet Vegan, Jennifer Chapman. Not only did we have the opportunity to talk about health and being mindful of what we put into our body, but Jen opened up about her own struggles with Perfectionism, OCD, and how lists ruled her life for so long! Follow Jen: @ _sweetvegan_  www.sweetvegan.com Some LGBTQ+ bu...

Why does waking up feel so damn difficult sometimes? If this sounds like you then you're gonna wanna take notes for this short and sweet episode talking about 5 ways we can make waking up way easier on ourselves.  P.S. Get your free morning routine workbook: https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/create-your-own-morning-routine   --more---- Ready to dive deeper into your next level? Here are some options...

Listen to my episode on the Self-Helpless Podcast! - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0ymYBzZWjigFB4gb5xocZ2?si=19812b0b32384c96  __ A HUGE part of goal setting and achieving is doing a systems check-in.  What the heck does that mean? It means asking yourself questions about how things are going.  This episode is for both the goal getters who are ticking away on their goal right now AS WELL AS for...

Today on the show I get to sit down with Jess Poundstone, artist, writer and honestly just overall no bullsh*t motivational human being.  One of the things I LOVE about Jess is she has taken so many big hairy scary goals of hers and through one step at a time action, she's brought them into reality and today on the podcast she shares her views on taking action, starting before you're ready and del...

We all have times in our life that we are staring something that we "should" do in the face and feel about 0% motivated to go after it.  This short 5 minute exercise is for THOSE moments. Listen to this anytime you're not on the motivation train.  ---more---- Ready to dive deeper into your next level? Here are some options for you: 1) The 5 Day Mindset Makeover - Get yours at www.lifecoachbaker.co...

There are countless ways that perfectionism and intimacy overlap... and most of which we are unaware of.  I have been wanting to bring on someone who is an intimacy coach for... well, since the podcast began and I could not have asked for a better guest than Jess Demiel.  About Jess:  Jess Demiel is an intimacy coach and sex educator that supports people in connecting to their desire, honoring the...

We all have hours of the day that feel more focused than others, and yet many of us (AHHEM PERFECTIONISTS!) are trying to demand that same amount of focus for all hours of the day.  Spoiler alert, our brains don't work like that.  Today on the podcast, Nicole talks about how to identify what your productive hours and how you can use them to your advantage rather than beat yourself up for not havin...

Have you ever felt hella overwhelmed by the sustainable living world? There are SO many products, things to know, research to do and it can feel crushing the amount of information there is out there.  That's why I wanted to bring in Kaitlin, creator of Greenity. Kaitlin has a no bullshit approach to sustainable living and believes that doing it imperfectly is the only way to go.  Greenity is a sma...

Calling most perfectionists who are burned out,  A huge reason you might feel like you're constantly playing a game of catch up is because you might be a marathoner.  What does that mean? Well today on the Life Coach Baker podcast, Nicole does a DEEP dive into the Marathoner Vs. Sprinter mindset (and no, it has nothing to do with running) ---more---- Join the Lift Membership!   Lift is a membershi...

Today on the podcast, Nicole does a deep dive on the 3 different types of perfectionists and what each type can do TODAY to be a little more a ease and work with their type to go after their goals.  ---more---- Ready to dive deeper into your next level? Here are some options for you: 1) The 5 Day Mindset Makeover - Get yours at www.lifecoachbaker.com/5-day-minset-makeover 2) LIFT, a membership for...

Have you ever tried to RESTART a habit and just have it completely fall flat?  You're not alone. Today Nicole talks about how to restart habits in a way that will make them stick.  ---more---- Join the Lift Membership!   Lift is a membership community devoted to total body wellness. Created by Life & Mindset Coach and Goal Setting Expert, Nicole Baker and Certified Personal Trainer, Kiona Reese; L...

In this day and age of scrollng through social media seeing "wellness tip" and "mindset hacks" out the wazoo, its really easy to learn about the things that can change our lives.  But I want you all to hear from someone who not only learned but implemented the crap out of this techniques!  Today's guest is Sarah McDonald, one of my dearest friends, long time client, and just beeken of joy who walk...

In perfectionist land, it's easier to cut off your right hand rather than release control...  Or is it?  Today on the podcast I talk about why it is so important to not only release control, but have faith in what is coming for you. But because it's me, I give you some tactics on just how to do this.  ---more---- Join the Lift Membership!   Lift is a membership community devoted to total body well...

Calling all hopeless romantics who enjoy a good love story!⁣ ⁣ Today on the Life Coach Baker podcast, we gettin a little sappy  ⁣ I've eluted to my Fiancé (holy crap) and my's love story but 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘄𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝘄𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝘁. ⁣ ⁣ As well as a few mentions of the biggest learning lessons I've had being a perfectionist in a relationship... (it’s me, I always squeeze some tactics into it 😜...

Stop using your brain like it is a never ending source of energy. Your brain is like a rechargeable battery and in this mini episode we talk about an easy hack that you can use to optimize your "productive hours" and release the pressure you're putting on yourself during the rest of the day. Book recommendation: Limitless by Jim Kwik  ---more---- Join the Lift Membership!   Lift is a membership co...

"No thanks, I can do it alone." ⁣ What perfectionist hasn't said this? ⁣In fact, I used to take massive pride in saying this. ⁣ For some reason I had it in my mind that if I "𝘧𝘪𝘨𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘵 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘰𝘯 𝘮𝘺 𝘰𝘸𝘯" that meant I was extra superwoman & could feel proud of myself. ⁣...like asking for help was cheating or something. ⁣ But every time I 𝗱𝗶𝗱𝗻'𝘁 𝗮𝘀𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 one or more of these things happened: ⁣ 🔥 I...

Overwhelm is a feeling us perfectionists are all too familiar with. But how do we deal with it rather than letting it rule us?  On today's mini episode of the podcast, I share with you my golden exercise that helps people out of overwhelm.  ---more---- Join the Lift Membership!   Lift is a membership community devoted to total body wellness. Created by Life & Mindset Coach and Goal Setting Expert,...