Wholehearted Coaching: The Podcast

As we approach the holiday season, we're all too familiar with the challenges that come with this time of year.  In this week's episode, we explore the one tool we all need to not just survive, but thrive during these last few weeks as we end our year and what will also allow you to go after that dream life you truly desire.  Find the full show notes at www.wholehearted-coaching.com/podcast/holida...

We are all unique. There is something so inherently special about each and every one of us. But it's really easy to not understand what exactly it is that makes us so special. In today's episode, we're going to explore how to uncover what makes you unique through some reflective prompts. I want each of us to fully understand what (I like to call) our unique magic & medicine is. Stick around after...

We are all natural space holders. If you are here right now, then I bet you're the person others come to when they are struggling whether it's family, friends, or a random stranger you met on the street who volunteers very personal information to you. If you choose to hold space for others personally or professionally as a coach, this episode is all about how you can create space so others feel sa...

We feel fear on a regular basis and, more often than not, we don't even realize it. Fear tends to show up in other ways–procrastination, indecisiveness, self-doubt–and we think it's just a part of our personality. In today's episode, we're talking all about the fears that keep us from going after the big dreams we truly want. We'll cover common myths and misconceptions and then go through my trans...

What is it time to let go of? What belief, habit, or even relationship do you know it's time to release, but you've found yourself delaying or wondering if you would just be giving up on it?  In today's episode, we're looking at some key differences between giving up and letting go. We're also discussing how we can look to the fall season to remind us about the importance of letting go and knowing...

Making a big life change is scary. Maybe you're thinking of changing careers, moving to another country, or having some really important conversations in your relationships. No matter what, if we truly want to create our dream lives, then change is inevitable. So today, I'm sharing 4 grounding truths to help you navigate making big life changes and make the scary things a bit easier. Find the full...

There are A LOT of misconceptions about life coaching. In today's episode, I'm diving into my personal definition of what a coach really is and breaking down the top 4 myths about becoming a life coach and being a life coach. If you've ever felt a desire to become a coach, but just felt you couldn't, tune in to this episode, love. Find the full show notes at  www.wholehearted-coaching.com/podcast/...

Some of the most common questions I get asked are "How did you become a life coach? Why did you become a life coach? Where did you get certified? Did you get certified?" In this episode, I'm answering all of the questions, giving you my WHOLE story, and also sharing some common concerns a lot of us have with "coaches" and the coaching world. If that doesn't seem up your alley, I encourage you to s...

There is one thing I consider to be the foundation and pillar of self-growth and healing: self-trust. When we regain our ability to trust ourselves again, anything is possible, but we were raised to not trust the inner wisdom each of us holds. In today's very special episode, I am sharing with you 3 powerful exercises to help you regain self trust as well as an exclusive sneak peek into The Alchem...

In our personal growth and healing journey, there seems to always be a new personal development hack that will be "the thing" to help you live your best life. Maybe it's the optimal morning routine, the optimal meal plan, or the optimal supplement regimen. But, if we aren't mindful, our growth journey can become more of a checklist written by someone other than ourselves that's really an attempt a...

Why do I procrastinate? Does procrastination mean I'm lazy? If you've ever wondered any of these things, then love, this is the episode for you. In episode 160 | Big Announcement , I announced one of my biggest dreams to date: my Wholehearted Coaching Certification program . As big and as wonderful as this dream was, I kept delaying, stalling, and procrastinating on it so damn much. So, in this ep...

We are back from the summer and guess what? I just celebrated my 40th birthday! Y'all. I cannot believe I am 40. And I am so proud and excited to enter this new decade.  In this special episode, I want to share with you an important lesson I have learned as I age. It's a lesson that has allowed me to feel not so behind on things in life. It's helped me to be at peace with where I am and to really...

Can you imagine yourself in 2 years with your life not changing at all? Every year, I ask myself this question. I call it the "2 Year Test." If I had to choose, I know that my superpower is knowing when it's time for something to come to an end. Since April, I have been hinting at this big announcement and here it is, love. It's now time for me to share it with you and honestly, I'm still nervous...

Our final interview in the Decolonizing your Life series is with someone so incredibly special to me: Asha Frost. I truly see Asha as a change-maker. Asha created big waves in the world of wellness when she published her blog post, "Dear white woman who wants to be like me." In our conversation together, she shares openly about how difficult it was for her to use her voice and publish this piece a...

When we think of decolonizing our lives, that is not a solo mission. It is an endeavor, a journey that we take in community. In this week's interview, what really stood out to me was the importance of and the power of community as Marla Teyolia so vulnerably shared her story of decolonizing her life. I can't wait for you to get to know her better. Marla Teyolia, M.S., is a mother, partner, executi...

Each of us has an inner colonizer that tells us that we're supposed to be a certain way, act a certain way, dream a certain way. So this Decolonizing Your Life series is about burning it all down, about redefining and reclaiming how we want our lives to feel, to look like, and to be. In this episode, we talk about how we can decolonize our imaginations and our dreams, and if you're part of the Who...

Welcome to our second interview series on Wholehearted Coaching: The Podcast! We did this for the first time last year (check out episodes 116 - 120) and you loved it, I loved it! So, we are back with a new series I am calling Decolonizing Your Life.  In this series, we are going to look at how we can decolonize our professional lives, our dreams, our spirits, our wellbeing and we are starting off...

We've all heard it: You have to finish what you start. We live in a society that applauds finishing. But this is really a harmful narrative. It's one we need to burn down. In today's episode, we are discussing why we need to get rid of this belief and instead listen to that inner voice and allow ourselves to stop, to pivot, and to change when a dream is no longer right for us. Find the full show n...

The journey to pursue your dreams is not easy work. It requires so much of us: time, effort, overcoming new challenges. And while the path to your dreams is not an easy one, that doesn't mean it can't be full of ease. As dreamers, we are going to take this path regardless because our dreams are such a big part of who we are. So, in this episode, I'm sharing with you 4 pathways to pursuing your dre...

This one is for the dreamers. Inside of you are hundreds and hundreds of dreams that inspire you, that scare you, that are so connected to who you are and what you truly want to do in this world. Listen to this episode to dive into 5 truths that I have come to learn are true about our dreams through my own experience and what I've experienced with my amazing clients. Find the full show notes at ww...

Do you seem to have a never-ending to-do list? Do you find yourself feeling defeated week after week when you don't cross everything off that list? The truth is most of us are actually already pretty productive, but we can't see that unless we allow ourselves to feel productive. Listen to this episode to learn 2 simple steps to being more productive the wholehearted way. Find the full show notes a...

Let's talk about one of the most powerful mindset tools you can cultivate. Self-compassion is key to doing hard things, it's key to creativity, and it needs to become the foundation of everything that we do. I've never said this before but love, this episode is *REQUIRED* listening if you want to create the most unimaginable dream life. Find the full show notes at www.wholehearted-coaching.com/pod...

Spring teaches us what growth really requires. Oftentimes we forget that some of our most difficult moments create the soil for our greatest growth. The Spring Equinox also marks the Iranian New Year, a really important time for me, which we call "Norooz." Listen to this episode to learn how nature can teach us what growth truly is and try a few self-reflective prompts to support your own self-gro...

Do you struggle with finding motivation? Have you found yourself no longer excited to pursue a goal that once lit you up? I have a truth for you, love: motivation isn't what you think it is. It doesn't show up magically more for some than for others. In this episode, I want to share what motivation really is and 5 characteristics motivated people have in common. Find the full show notes at  www.wh...

We have a lot of misconceptions about what creates self-confidence. We think self-confidence is a result of our accomplishments and achievements, that it means being "the best" or being perfect. But, love, true self-confidence starts within ourselves. Each month, we have focused on one topic and for March, we are diving into The Self. For me, this month is all about growth and renewal so with this...