Unlock Your Blocks with Elyssa

Did you know that procrastination isn’t always about putting things off? It comes in many forms—some so sneaky you might not even recognize them! In this episode, Elyssa breaks down the different types of procrastination, how they show up in daily life, and why they might be a form of self-sabotage keeping you from your biggest goals. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ The real meaning of pr...

In this episode of Unlock Your Blocks, host Elyssa Smith welcomes Brenda Mundt, a radiant soul energizer and grief recovery specialist, to discuss emotional healing, grief recovery, and the power of breathwork. Brenda shares her personal journey through grief after the sudden loss of her husband and how it led her to guide others in their healing journeys. Together, Elyssa and Brenda explore how b...

If you struggle with procrastination, people-pleasing, imposter syndrome, or harsh self-criticism—it's not your fault. These patterns aren’t just bad habits; they are deeply rooted in your past experiences and survival mechanisms. In this episode, Elyssa reveals the hidden cause behind these self-sabotaging behaviors: trauma. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ The 3 types of trauma: Big T, L...

In this episode of Unlock Your Blocks, Elyssa Smith takes a deep dive into the hidden patterns driving self-sabotage for women who grew up as the "good girl," the "helper," or the "responsible one." If you’ve ever felt burned out from constantly putting others first, struggled with perfectionism, people-pleasing, or negative self-talk, this episode is for you. Elyssa explains how childhood roles s...

In this episode of Unlock Your Blocks, Elyssa sits down with Trisha Camacho, a seasoned pattern maker and costume designer with over two decades of experience. Trisha shares her journey from working behind the scenes in live entertainment to becoming a successful online teacher and entrepreneur. She opens up about navigating imposter syndrome, shifting her business during COVID-19, and the importa...

Welcome back to another episode of Unlock Your Blocks with Elyssa Smith! Today, we're diving deep into the world of self-sabotage—what it is, how it manifests in our lives, and most importantly, how to break free from its grip. In This Episode: What is self-sabotage? A breakdown of how procrastination, perfectionism, people-pleasing, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk are all forms of self-...

In this episode of Unlock Your Blocks, Elyssa sits down with marketing strategist and coach Ina Coveney to explore the emotional and strategic challenges of entrepreneurship. From overcoming imposter syndrome to setting boundaries and navigating people-pleasing tendencies, this conversation dives deep into the mindset shifts required for personal and professional growth. Elyssa and Ina discuss how...

Ever feel like you’re stuck in a cycle of procrastination, perfectionism, or people-pleasing? You know what you want to do, but somehow, life keeps getting in the way—and the things that matter most keep getting pushed to the back burner. In this introductory episode of Unlock Your Blocks, Elyssa Smith breaks down the sneaky ways self-sabotage shows up—and why it’s not your fault. If you’ve ever f...