Your Favorite You

Much of the work that we do in coaching revolves around relationships. Changing your relationship with yourself is the most impactful relationship we work on, but this personal growth can have a profound impact on your relationships with others. Through coaching, we can develop better self-awareness, we can increase our emotional intelligence, and improve our communication skills. These changes ca...

Have you ever paused after someone asked, “How are you?” and wondered if you were answering honestly or just saying, “I’m fine,” out of habit? It’s instinct to pretend we feel a certain way because we think it will be easier for those around us, but this only leads to isolation and perpetuation of the self-doubt that holds us back from living the life of our dreams.  In this episode, you’ll hear f...

I am so lucky to be joined today by three amazing women who are here to share their transformative experiences with group coaching. In this episode, Colleen, Jenn, and Kimberly offer their insights into how working together has made an impact on their personal growth. You’ll hear about these women’s favorite versions of themselves and explore the steps they took to get there. They share practical...

The tendency to tie our self-worth to material wealth often causes our emotional well-being to suffer. How can we begin to discover that emotional health has a greater influence on becoming our favorite versions of ourselves than the amount of money we make or the success of our careers? I am so lucky to be joined on the podcast today by one of my former clients and friends, Kirsty Knight. In this...

In the spirit of having a happy and emotionally healthy 2025, I want to talk about something relevant to the dawn of a new year: Fresh starts and new beginnings.  I want to remind you that each new moment in your life can be a fresh start or a new beginning. You do not wait for anything other than your favorite version of yourself to tell you when it's time to start something new or to give y...

When we get caught up in working toward the next big thing, sometimes we forget to enjoy and be present with all the little things in life that bring us joy. As another year comes to a close, I’m dedicating this episode to sharing what I'm grateful for as a reminder to myself and all of you to appreciate the little things in life. I encourage you to find time to sit quietly with yourself and...

Why does your body feel the way it does when you’re working through big emotions? It all has to do with your nervous system. In this episode, I am joined by Master Certified Somatic Life Coach Victoria Albina. We go over the basics of the nervous system and discuss why listening to your body is crucial to your overall well-being.  The nervous system affects our ability to be present and show up as...

We all face moments when it feels like the world is crumbling around us. Whether it's a personal crisis, a professional setback, or a global event that shakes our very foundation, it’s normal to feel lost and overwhelmed.  We often have the impulse to push away our negative emotions during difficult times, but working through our feelings is necessary for the healing and growth that will allo...

In this episode, I’m interviewed by my coaching friend, Laura Conley, who hosts the Lose Weight for the Last Time podcast. Laura and I talk about the essential practices for becoming your favorite version of you, and we go deep into why putting yourself first is a valuable tool even if it can be challenging at first. I also give you some tips for embracing quiet and stillness that will help you ma...

The transition from the holiday season to the new year can be difficult, especially when you don’t have something to look forward to. What if you could start the year by connecting with yourself and other amazing women to cultivate the mindset to be your favorite version of you in 2025? I’m so excited to announce the opportunity to join me on the Reset, Align, Connect Retreat with Melissa Parsons...

I'm so excited to have my son, Jack Parsons, and his incredible career mentor, Andrea Nameche, on the podcast to share their financial expertise. For years, I didn't pay much attention to my family's finances, outsourcing the job to my husband. When I became an entrepreneur, I realized how little I knew and I wanted that to change. I’ve learned so much with the help of Jack and Andr...

Life is full of unexpected twists and turns, just like a roller coaster. You never know what's coming next, and it can be pretty daunting. But if you stay on the ride, it gets less scary over time. It's all about building resilience and learning to embrace the chaos. In this episode, I reflect on the valuable lessons I’ve learned in my life from roller coasters and amusement parks. From...

In this bonus episode, I imperfectly share my thoughts and feel my feelings to help all of us as we attempt to figure out what to do when things fucking suck. I encourage all of you to feel your feelings today. Your feelings are not wrong or worthless. You don't need to power through them and pretend they aren't there. Take the time to feel the fear and despair and recognize that doing s...

Last week, I spoke about why it's important to stop forcing relationships with people who no longer want to be in relationship with you. But what if you’re on the other side of things? What if you need to withdraw your consent to be in relationship with others? In this episode, I define boundaries not as a way to control others, but as something we have to mind and abide by ourselves. I provi...

When we try to force things that are not happening naturally, we end up causing ourselves pain. This tendency often stems from beliefs we have about the way things should be. It can be difficult to challenge those beliefs and stop the urge to force outcomes, but doing so can lead to relief and growth in your life. In this episode, you’ll hear real client stories that illustrate why trying to force...

Do you feel stressed and anxious when things don’t go according to your timeline? If the answer is yes, you’re not alone. Patience is something we all struggle with, but when we cultivate patience over time, we open ourselves up to a host of benefits.  In this episode, I share real-life examples where patience can make a difference, and I walk you through some simple strategies to help you practic...

In this bonus episode, I read Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh's version of the loving kindness meditation which comes from his book How to Love . You can listen to my full episode about practicing kindness HERE .

Believe it or not, there is a significant difference between being nice and being kind. Kindness comes from a place of genuine compassion and respect, while niceness often stems from a desire to please others and avoid conflict, even at the expense of our own comfort. When we cling to constant niceness, we risk losing our authenticity, and our voice. How would your circumstances change if you prio...

“Likeability is a trap made to silence you.” I recently came across this phrase and it resonated with me deeply.  So many women throughout history have faced backlash for voicing opinions that went against societal norms. I am so grateful for these incredible women who paved the way for us to prioritize our values and the difference we want to make over the desire to be liked. In this episode, I’l...

Have you ever noticed how our emotions are most often influenced by the events around us? It might seem like this is just how it is, but in truth, you don’t have to allow what happens to you to dictate how you feel. In this episode, I discuss how being intentional with how you feel will empower you to show up as your favorite version of yourself in your daily life. It is possible for all of us to...

Does your favorite version of yourself have a dream to fly first-class to Europe or book a hotel suite for a family vacation?  Today, my guest Devon Gimbel talks about how to turn your travel dreams into reality using credit card points. You’ll hear Devon explain how she started earning credit card points to use for travel, and how she maximizes them to earn travel experiences that previously migh...

I recently spent five days in gorgeous Park City, Utah with four incredible women, and the experience made me think about how important community is for women. Back when I was a pediatrician, my work colleagues were my community and my family. Since becoming a coach, I now do most of my work from the comfort of my own home. Now I have to be intentional about making and maintaining connection with...

Since my last episode about sex and pleasure , I’ve wanted to explore the topic further on the podcast. I’m thrilled to be doing that today with my guest -- urologist, public speaker, sex educator, and top international podcaster Dr. Kelly Casperson.  In this episode, Dr. Kelly and I talk about everything from the need for adult sex ed, to what menopause really is and why it’s important to take ca...

Today I want to share some insights about how our natural negativity bias might be holding us back from being one of our favorite versions of ourselves. Negativity bias can often prevent us from recognizing the positive aspects of our lives and it also prevents us from seeing the opportunities for growth and learning that come with the challenges. It is possible for you to be more intentional and...

I can hardly believe we’re celebrating the 100th episode of Your Favorite You ! Whether you’ve been here for one episode or all 100, thank you for choosing to start the journey of becoming your favorite version of yourself with me.  On the heels of my interview last week with Bev Aron about Parenting on Purpose, I wanted to reiterate some of our points and give you the best parenting advice I have...