The Growth Lounge

There comes a moment in every woman’s life when she whispers the words, " I can't carry this any more." If you’ve been there, or maybe you’re sitting in that space right now, this episode is for you. This is where my own 180 began. The day I realized that trying harder wasn’t healing me…it was hiding me. We talk a lot about growth and purpose, but what we often skip over is the part where we have...

In Part 2 of my conversation with luxury stylist and transformational guide Jessica Papineau , we go beyond the wardrobe and dive into the practices, mindset shifts, and bold choices that lead to lasting transformation. Jessica shares how everything from cold plunging to meditation and visualization has shaped her journey—and how those tools can help you shed what no longer serves you. We talk abo...

In this powerful 2-part series, I sit down with the incredible Jessica Papineau , visionary founder of CSJ Styling , to uncover the story behind her mission of helping women rise into the most confident version of themselves. From her earliest days, fashion wasn’t just clothing,it was her lifeline. Growing up in difficult conditions, style became a way for Jessica to express hope, resilience, and...

Comfort feels safe, but it’s quietly dividing us. When we refuse to get uncomfortable, when we won’t sit down across from one another and have honest conversations, we lose the chance to really hear, understand, and grow together. Instead, we cling to the sound bites, highlight reels, and media clips that keep us in our corners. In this episode, I dive into why the solution isn’t “out there” in th...

There comes a moment when the noise quiets down. The house feels different, the roles you’ve held for years start to shift, and you find yourself looking in the mirror wondering… Who am I now? In today’s episode, I’m opening up about that tender season of life where the busyness fades and what’s left is an awareness of yourself — sometimes for the first time in decades. It can feel lonely. It can...

I had a pleasure of sitting down with Sarah Fui, Sarah is a licensed trauma therapist transitioned to life and business coach. She helps multi passionate entrepreneurs and creatives gain clarity, trust their intuition and overcome self-sabotaging patterns so that they can step into their calling. Aside from being a homeschooling mama of five children, she is also a singer/songwriter, keynote speak...

Happy 30th Wedding Anniversary to us! 🎉💍 Thirty years… wow. What a ride it’s been! In today’s special episode, Chad and I sat down to look back on three decades of love, growth, and everything in between. From those nervous first dates to walking down the aisle, from the silly little pet peeves to our favorite things about each other—we covered it all. And because we wanted to celebrate by givin...

Today on The Growth Lounge , I’m joined by the incredible Gina Nichols — certified life coach, dynamic speaker, and founder of Divorce: Redefined . After walking through the heartbreak of four divorces , raising a blended family (including four kids under five and an unexpected set of twins), and even reaching a point where she didn’t want to go on… Gina made a powerful choice: her story would not...

Grab your favorite mocktail - I am sipping my protein shake - and settle in for this behind the scenes interview with one of my favorite humans, Jordan Reynolds. From selling erasers for .25 in the 5th grade to building 2 six figure businesses by the age of 30, we talk about it all! Jordan gets real about being bullied, dealing with anorexia, dropping out of college and how she stayed true to hers...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 6 of The Growth Lounge! Today we’re wrapping up the L.I.G.H.T. Method — the framework that’s been guiding us through healing, clarity, and coming home to who we truly are. This final step? It’s the one so many of us resist. It’s bold. It’s vulnerable. And it’s everything. T is for Take Your Seat. Because after you’ve pulled the lid off, immersed in the middle, gotten q...

“Sometimes the only thing standing between where you are and where God is calling you… is the ceiling you didn’t realize you built.” ~ Voice Unbound Welcome to Season 2, Episode 5 of The Growth Lounge ! We’re continuing our journey through the L.I.G.H.T. Method — a soul-led framework I created for the woman who’s been everything to everyone, and is now asking… what about me? Today’s step is a big...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 4 of The Growth Lounge ! We’re continuing our journey through the L.I.G.H.T. Method — a personal framework I created to help women peel back the layers, reconnect with themselves, and rise into who they were always meant to be. Today, we’re exploring the third step: G – Get Quiet. This is the part of the process where transformation takes root — not through doing more,...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 3 of The Growth Lounge! We’re continuing with something deeply personal — a framework born out of my own healing, my own breakdowns, and my own breakthroughs. This week, we dive into the second step of The L.I.G.H.T. Method — a process I created to help women peel back the layers and come home to who they truly are. Last week, we took the Lid Off — exposing the stories...

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 2 of The Growth Lounge ! We’re continuing with something deeply personal — a framework born out of my own healing, my own breakdowns, and my own breakthroughs. In this episode, I’m introducing the first step of The L.I.G.H.T. Method — a process I created to help women peel back the layers and come home to who they truly are. We start with L: Lid Off — because before we...

Welcome to season two friends! Today I kick off the season with my story. A deeper dive into why I created the growth lounge and why my heart is so tender toward turning the soul light on for people. Have you ever walked through darkness, praying to find a way out? Me too friend and what I want you to know is this: YOU MATTER. Your voice, Your dreams, Your hurts, Your joys..it ALL matters. So if y...

In this episode of The Growth Lounge , I get real about a recent experience that almost stopped me from attending an event that reignited my purpose—and how fear nearly won. We will dig in to the science behind fear, the way our brains are wired to keep us safe (not fulfilled ), and how you can lay down new neural pathways by choosing to move forward anyway. You’ll hear how my inner circle played...

In today’s episode, I sit down with the radiant Monica Connolly—Certified Holistic Life & Mindset Coach, speaker, and host of the Unshakeable Belief podcast. Monica shares her incredible story of resilience, healing, and rebirth after hitting rock bottom while caring for her medically fragile family and navigating her own chronic illness. After losing 150 pounds and rebuilding her life from th...

In this powerful episode of The Growth Lounge , Jessica Phillips unpacks the truth behind one of the most life-altering concepts in personal growth: your circle of influence. If you’ve ever felt stuck, stagnant, or like you’re outgrowing the people around you—this conversation is your sign. Jessica shares research-backed insights, real-life experiences, and faith-filled encouragement to help you e...

In this powerful episode of The Growth Lounge , I’m joined by Laura Tanner Ard, the incredible woman who helped me launch my podcast. We dive deep into her personal journey of love, loss, and resilience. Laura is a Christian Life Coach, podcast host, and speaker who helps women reclaim their identity in Christ and find their God-given voice after seasons of loss, silence, or self-doubt. In this ep...

In today’s episode, we’re diving into simple, practical ways to start putting yourself back on the to-do list. If you’ve spent years putting others first, it’s time to rewire that pattern—literally! I’ll share how small, consistent self-care habits create new neural pathways, how an 18-minute pause can help you make better choices, and why saying “yes” to yourself first is a game-changer. Ready to...

In this empowering episode, Jessica sits down with Laurie—speaker, healer, and certified POUND Unplugged instructor—whose mission is to help women break free from limiting beliefs and step fully into their power. Laurie shares how her personal growth journey led her to the realization that transformation happens in the room —where energy aligns, breakthroughs unfold, and dreams expand. From leadin...

Ever feel like your day is running you instead of the other way around? In this special episode, we’re diving into one of my favorite tools for reclaiming your peace, your focus, and your priorities— time blocking . Whether you're juggling business, family, healing, or all three, this simple strategy helps you stop spinning your wheels and start moving with intention. I’ll walk you through exa...

In this powerful episode of The Growth Lounge, I sit down with Corree Roofener , who is so much more than her titles. She’s a financial advisor coach, foster mom, nonprofit founder, and a heart-led leader who is challenging the way we think about money, purpose, and impact. We talk about what it really means to trust your intuition and say yes to the things that stretch you—even when it’s uncomfor...

In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Stacey—a former special education teacher of 28 years who left the classroom to follow a calling she couldn’t ignore. After attending a personal growth conference she couldn’t technically afford, Stacey returned home with a bold decision: she was going to retire. With no clear plan and no financial safety net, she took a leap of faith. That leap led her s...

In this episode of The Growth Lounge , I’m joined by the bold and brilliant Dr. Jennifer Cilino-Folks—aka The Maverick . With over 20 years as a Clinical Psychologist, a powerhouse 180 Method Coach, and a straight-shooting, humor-loving truth teller, Jennifer brings her signature no-fluff style to the mic. We dive into what it really means to lay down the victim role, break out of the box of other...