Wholehearted Coaching: The Podcast

To my Wholehearted Community, this episode is coming straight from the heart. There's something important I want to share with you—something I've been holding close and am finally ready to say. If this podcast has ever resonated with you, I hope you'll listen. With love, always, Shirin  Ways to Connect with the Wholehearted Community: Show Notes: wholehearted-coaching.com/podcast/goodbye Join my W...

Do you ever feel like being kind to yourself means you'll lose motivation—or never reach your biggest dreams, love? In the final episode of our January series, we're uncovering why self-compassion is the most powerful (and most overlooked) tool in your arsenal to achieve your goals and dreams. Tune in to learn how to replace harsh self-criticism with supportive self-talk and see how a kinder inner...

In the third episode of our New Year's Goals series, we're tackling the sneaky culprit that holds so many of us back: the word "how." That tiny word can spiral us into doubt and overwhelm, but love, you don't need to know every "how" to keep moving forward. In this episode, we're breaking down why "how" trips us up and I'm giving you the one word that will reconnect you to your why and reignite yo...

How do you overcome fear? How does fear affect your goals? If you've ever felt stuck or overwhelmed when it comes to your biggest goals, this episode is for you. This episode dives into fear: the biggest block to our dreams—why it shows up, how it holds us back, and how to work with it instead of against it. Let's invite fear in for tea, get curious about what it's really telling us, and take the...

As we step into a new year, you're probably feeling ready to tackle your biggest dreams and goals. But this year, instead of just focusing on goal-setting, we're exploring what holds us back—starting with procrastination. Tune in to discover six powerful questions to help you overcome procrastination and stay on track with your resolutions and dreams this year. Find the full show notes at wholehea...

Are you feeling stretched too thin, second-guessing your leadership, or wondering if you're truly connecting with others?  In the last episode of our guest coach series, Coach Chrissy Chard, PhD (she/they) explores the transformative power of heart-centered leadership—both at work and at home. Whether you're leading a team, nurturing a family, or navigating your own personal growth, leadership is...

Have you ever felt overwhelmed but didn't know how to ask for help—or even if you deserved it? In this week's episode, Executive Coach Jahna Berry dives into how tuning into your body's signals can guide you to the support you need. Through her guidance, you'll discover how you can use your intuition to identify when you need help, understand why you are so deserving of help, and how you can move...

When we have an emotion we don't love, we want to avoid it–but what if leaning into it could unlock your potential? This week our featured coach Danielle R. Harris explores the complex and surprising relationship with shame, sharing how it acted as both a driving force behind her achievements and a roadblock in her journey into entrepreneurship. Danielle reveals the unexpected truth: shame, though...

Do you ever find yourself doubting your dreams or looking to others before taking the next step? You're not alone.  In this episode, I'm joined by Ronni Hill , a mindset and manifestation coach and my long-time podcast manager, as we explore her journey from resistance to self-trust. Ronni shares how she overcame self-doubt, embraced her multi-passionate nature, and is currently transitioning from...

What does it mean to truly be your authentic self? In the first episode of our December special, guest host Révan Lowe-Watkins explores inner trust, shadow work, and values to help you define authenticity for your unique journey. With moments to pause, reflect, and take actionable steps, this episode is a powerful guide to aligning with what you truly want. Révan, a graduate of the Wholehearted Co...

Ever feel like your mistakes are holding you back? This week, I'm sharing my 5 messiest coaching mistakes—the fears, missteps, and the lessons that have shaped my 10-year journey as a coach. From self-doubt to setting boundaries, I'll show you how these challenges have helped me grow a thriving, heart-centered business. Whether you're an aspiring coach or navigating your own big dreams, this episo...

This week I'm sharing a conversation I had with the amazing Emily Anne Brant on her podcast The Soul's Way. In this conversation, I share why I'm so passionate about this work of decolonized coaching and why I believe it's crucial for the coaching industry. Honestly, I think this is the clearest I've ever been about why I believe in this approach so deeply. If you're curious about decolonized coac...

In hard times, big-hearted people often rush to support others before giving ourselves time to feel our feelings first. When we skip this, the space we hold for others can feel empty. In this episode, we explore how important this is and, as a gift to you, I've included a guided visualization to help you navigate these hard times so that when you're ready, you can move toward hope and service from...

When life feels uncertain, it's natural to wish things were different. But instead of waiting for external circumstances to change, what if we could find inner peace during uncertainty? In today's episode, we'll discover how to meet our "I wish" moments with compassion, understand what these wishes reveal about our true needs, and build self-trust to navigate challenges with grace. Find the full s...

So often, when we go through a challenging time, we come out and just want to go back to how things used to be, how we used to be. Join me in this Wholehearted Session with Brawner who is on a journey to rediscover her confidence after a pretty challenging year. As you listen, I hope you not only find something helpful and relatable in Brawner's journey, but that you also get a glimpse at the core...

Have you ever felt stuck, even after doing "all the right things"? In this episode, I share my personal story of how coaching transformed my mindset and helped me find fulfillment in my life and career. We'll dive into what coaching offers both clients and coaches so listen in to learn how coaching could be the key to your own transformation. Find the full show notes at  wholehearted-coaching.com/...

If you've ever thought, 'I'm not enough' or 'Nothing ever works out for me,' this episode is for you. After a transformational retreat at the Omega Institute, I knew we had to shift focus. So today, we're diving into limiting beliefs—why we hold onto them, how they shape our lives, and how to let them go. Tune in for a powerful mindset practice and a meditation to help you release your limiting be...

Are you drawn to the coaching world? Have you ever wondered, "Can a person like me really become a life coach?" Today, I'm breaking down the myths and misconceptions that just might be holding you back from taking that next step to becoming a life coach. I share my journey from doubting myself to creating a thriving career in coaching. We'll also explore why your unique life experience is exactly...

What if a simple shift could unlock possibilities you never imagined? Today, I'm sharing the formula that changed everything for me—helping me create a fulfilling life, working from anywhere, and on my own terms. If you've ever felt stuck chasing uninspiring goals, this episode is for you. Plus, stick around for one of my most transformative visualizations. Find the full show notes at wholehearted...

Why is it so hard to let go? Whether it's a career, a relationship, or a belief, you know it's time, but something is stopping you. In this episode, we'll explore: why letting go feels so scary how releasing a toxic relationship made space for my fulfilling partnership how to use nature as a comforting example of what happens when we finally let go a guided meditation to help you release and find...

Aging is inevitable, but shifting your mindset can transform how you experience it. In this episode, I reflect on 41 things I learned before turning 41, becoming a mom at 40, and my go-to 5-step mindset tool to embrace aging and shift your mindset on anything you're ready to change. Find the full show notes at  wholehearted-coaching.com/podcast/aging-fearlessly , and check out episode 161 | Age, A...

I know I often say that this episode is "a special one," but love, this one truly is. We are celebrating 200 (well, 201) episodes of Wholehearted Coaching: The Podcast! I never could have imagined that we would be here. So, this episode explores the dreams I've manifested thanks to this community, I'm sharing a special announcement of another dream I've actually been keeping from you, and it's our...

In the final episode of this year's Courageous Conversation series, Tanya Geisler—one of the very first coaches I worked with—reminds us that just because other people don't "get" what we're doing doesn't mean they know something we don't. She reminds us to keep our eyes on our own journey and not let the outside noise distract us. Tanya Geisler is a certified leadership coach, in-demand internati...

Does the thought of making pivots, shifts, and changes in life bring up some guilt, shame, or judgment for you? In today's episode, Leslie Tagorda shares her journey from classically-trained clarinetist to graphic designer to astrologer and shows how embracing the changes, the challenges, and the pivots is so essential to the journey. Leslie Tagorda helps seers, seekers, and changemakers become th...

Oftentimes we feel once we reach our dream life that things will be perfect, that there won't be challenges anymore. But the truth is, even on the other side of our dream lives, there are still some things we have to navigate and figure out. In this interview, we get to know Tristan Katz, a powerful voice in the online space who shares their journey of transformations with refreshing honesty. Tris...