Project You 2.2

Send us Fan Mail What does it take to say yes before you feel ready? In this episode of Project You 2.2 , Carrie sits down with mindset coach Mikayla Jai to explore courage, identity, and the moments that quietly shape who we become. From early responsibility and teenage resilience to leading with calm under pressure, Mikayla shares how trusting yourself before the proof arrives can change everyth...

Send us Fan Mail In this Friday follow-up to Carrie’s interview with Rachael Gray (105.3 Hot FM), Greg explores what it really means to show up fully without losing yourself. Drawing on themes of energy regulation, routine, criticism, kindness, and identity, this episode blends neuroscience, mindset, leadership, and endurance to help listeners stop shrinking and start aligning. If you’ve ever been...

Send us Fan Mail What does it really take to show up every day when life is messy, loud, and unpredictable? In this episode, Carrie sits down with Rachael Gray, morning radio host on 105.3 Hot FM in Grand Rapids, MI. She is a mom, storyteller, and one of the most unapologetic real humans you'll ever meet. From live radio mishaps and parenting fails to early mornings, mental health, and learni...

Send us Fan Mail In this Friday follow-up to Carrie’s episode on eliminating excuses, Greg Helmer explores why “I can’t” is rarely about ability and almost always about choice. Drawing from Lead with Endurance and his recent journey from foot surgery to completing the Palm Beach Marathon, Greg shows the difference between making excuses and making adjustments. Through real-world training challenge...

Send us Fan Mail Excuses sound logical, but they quietly keep us stuck. In this episode, Carrie breaks down the difference between “I can’t” and “I won’t” — and how that simple shift pulls you out of victim mode and into power. You’ll learn how to recognize the excuses holding you back, replace them with ownership, and take your next step toward the life you actually want.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Project You 2.2 , Carrie sits down with her dear friend Heather Campbell Green , founder of Celebrity Style Guide , a fashion platform that’s been helping people find the looks they love for over 20 years. From Texas to Michigan to Colorado, Heather has built a trusted brand that bridges Hollywood glamour and everyday confidence. Together, they talk about friend...

Send us Fan Mail As kids, growth was built into our lives through teachers, coaches, and structure. As adults, that structure disappears — and many of us quietly stall. In this episode, Greg reflects on why capable adults stop growing, how comfort disguises itself as contentment, and why intentional challenge and support are essential at every age. Through personal stories and endurance lessons, t...

Send us Fan Mail As kids, we had teachers, coaches, and parents guiding us, holding us accountable, and helping us grow. As adults, that structure disappears—but the need for support doesn’t. In this episode, Carrie reflects on why having someone in your corner matters, even when you’re independent, experienced, and capable. You’ll hear how guidance, perspective, and encouragement can help you: No...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt like the next chapter of your life is coming… But you don’t quite know what it looks like yet? In this episode of Project You 2.2 , Greg Helmer talks about what it means to stay present when the future feels uncertain — when roles shift, identities loosen, and fear tries to rush us ahead. Greg shares honest stories about change, family, leadership, and the quiet...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Project You 2.2 , Carrie dives deep into the power of presence — and how learning to live fully in the moment can unlock peace, clarity, and the next level of your life. She explores how so many of us spend our days stuck in the past (feeling regret or sadness) or racing ahead to the future (feeling anxious or fearful), instead of being grounded in the only plac...

Send us Fan Mail Greg picks up where Carrie’s “It Factor” message left off and explores what really creates that magnetic spark we feel in certain people—and sometimes lose in ourselves. Through the lens of leadership, neuroscience, and faith, he explains how our “it factor” isn’t vanity, it’s vitality: the alignment between our inner world and outer world, when beliefs, energy, and presence all l...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Project You 2.2, Carrie dives into the magic of the elusive “it” factor—the confidence, spark, and magnetic energy that makes people unforgettable. Drawing on vivid memories from high school, she explores how both men and women exhibited “it” through style, charisma, and self-assurance. Carrie shares how life, careers, and parenting can make us lose that special...

Send us Fan Mail Greg opens up about the hardest chapter of his leadership career — losing his superintendent role after a politically orchestrated complaint. He shares the shock, grief, 72-hour collapse, and the turning point 26 days later that rebuilt his identity and restored his peace. Through the lens of endurance and integrity, Greg shows how to let go of painful chapters without surrenderin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Project You 2.2 , Carrie explores the process of releasing resentment, anger, and hurt caused by others. She emphasizes that holding onto these negative emotions only drains our energy and keeps us trapped, while forgiveness is a tool for reclaiming peace and joy—not excusing harmful behavior. Listeners are guided through practical strategies for letting go, inc...

Send us Fan Mail Greg sits down with the older, wiser version of himself to uncover what truly matters in life. This episode is a heartfelt reminder to slow down, release unnecessary pressure, and be present for the moments you’ll one day miss.

Send us Fan Mail In this deeply reflective episode, Carrie invites listeners to imagine a conversation with their 100-year-old self — the wiser, softer version who has lived the full story and finally found peace. Through vivid storytelling and heartfelt dialogue, the episode explores what truly matters in life: presence, joy, and self-compassion. Carrie shares personal moments — from Christmas mo...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s Project You 2.2 episode, Greg connects Carrie’s message on manifesting with real stories from NCAA Nationals, dream-home visualization, public speaking breakthroughs, and the neuroscience behind goal-setting. This episode shows you how clarity, emotional belief, and micro-action momentum turn dreams into reality. If you’re ready to stop wishing and start aligning — this...

Send us Fan Mail Remember the excitement of flipping through a Christmas catalog as a kid, circling the toys you dreamed about? Manifesting works the same way—clarifying what you want and taking small, intentional steps to make it real. In this episode, Carrie shows you how to create a vision board—physical or digital—use micro-actions to move toward your goals, and reflect on your progress. Wheth...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Greg builds on Carrie’s “thermostat vs. thermometer” message and gets practical about what it means to train your emotional triggers in real time. Through honest stories—from a sharp 5:45 a.m. email to a cluttered garage after a long day—he shows how small pauses, simple mental bridges, and intentional questions can shift you from reacting out of habit to leading...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder why some people react instantly to every little irritation while others stay calm? In this episode of Project You 2.2 , Carrie breaks down emotional triggers, why they happen, and how patterns from our past shape reactions. Using the thermostat vs. thermometer analogy, she shares practical strategies to pause, observe, and respond intentionally instead of reacting auto...

Send us Fan Mail In this follow-up to Carrie’s “Your Future Self Is Counting on You,” Greg shares a powerful message about leadership, legacy, and endurance. Through stories of humility, courage, and fatherhood, he reminds us that our future selves and our families are counting on the choices we make today. From the stage of the Michigan Principal of the Year award to the private moments of hard c...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Project You 2.2 , Carrie shares a heartfelt reminder that the choices we make today shape the version of ourselves we’ll meet tomorrow. From her teenage dream of becoming a drum major — where she and her mom faced fear, doubt, and a paper map instead of GPS — to traveling across the world on a solo retreat to Greece, Carrie opens up about what it means...

Send us Fan Mail Life whispers before it shouts. In this powerful follow-up to Carrie’s “Listening Before the Storm,” Greg shares his deeply personal story of facing a brain tumor and the lessons in endurance, mindset, and faith that carried him through twenty-six rounds of radiation. You will hear how pain became purpose, fear turned into focus, and how God’s presence anchored a family through on...

Send us Fan Mail In this profoundly moving episode, Carrie sits down with author, speaker, and leadership coach David Hulings , a man whose story embodies both unimaginable loss and unshakable strength. David opens up about surviving deep trauma — being raped at sixteen, walking through divorce, and facing the heartbreaking suicide of his son just seven months ago. But what unfolds in this convers...

Send us Fan Mail Life is always sending us signals — subtle breezes, gusts, and sometimes full-blown storms. In this episode of Project You 2.2 , Carrie explores how to notice life’s whispers before they become overwhelming, using stories from her own journey in health, work, relationships, and personal growth. Learn how small shifts, courage, and awareness can help you navigate challenges, streng...