I Heart My Life Show

Do you ever find yourself getting in your own way as you work toward your dreams? Maybe you’re stuck in a cycle of Imposter Syndrome or negative self-talk. Maybe you notice fear and anxiety are keeping you from achieving your goals. Or maybe you can’t quite put your finger on the what, but you know that something is holding you back. If any of that resonates with you, this episode is a must-listen.  Follow along as I talk with Dr. Don Wood, the founder of the Inspired Performance Institute. Don has spent years researching and learning about how trauma impacts the human mind and body. He has since dedicated his time to sharing this information and helping others overcome traumas, both big and small, that prevent them from living life to the fullest. He’s helped people overcome everything from post-traumatic stress and sexual abuse to health complications and limiting fears. I hope this episode can be a step in helping you move past any fears and traumas that are impacting your capacity for success. 

Afraid to show up online or put yourself out there? Learn from a real coaching session how to move past the fear of judgment and how self-love can help build confidence. How many times have you let your fears of what others *might be* thinking hold you back in your life or business? Maybe you’ve played it small when you show up for your audience. Perhaps the fears have prevented you from putting yourself out there at all. We both know our desires are meant for us, right? So, it’s imperative to move through any fears, doubts, and guilt that are keeping you from making the impact you desire (and others need). Follow along as I coach one of my clients, Jennie, through the fears keeping her from leveling up in her business. I know her fears and pain points are shared by many. So, as you listen, think about how you can apply this coaching session to your own fears around showing up. The truth is, a lot of this fear stems from our negative thoughts about ourselves. While you may fear receiving negative feedback, ou

It’s so easy to get caught up in the go, go, go of running a business, right? The truth is, there comes a time when you can’t achieve your big, bold business goals all by yourself. (And that’s okay.) There’s only so much time in a day, and there’s no need to try to do everything yourself. Trying to do so could ultimately harm your business. I know I wouldn’t be where I am today without my team. Speaking of… One of my extraordinary team members is Ange Quinn. Not only is Ange a certified Director of Operations, but she’s one of the incredible strategists in the I Heart My Life Mastermind. I was thrilled to sit down with Ange for this episode to talk about everything operations, team, and metrics. Ange is living proof that life works in mysterious ways to reveal your calling. For Ange, that meant losing her job right before becoming a mom. Instead of giving up and giving in, Ange took her passions into her own hands and built a virtual business operations empire. Since then, she’s replaced her 6-figure corporat

What are your biggest desires for your life, business, or career? The truth is, if you’re not attracting what it is you want, you’re repelling it. That’s why it’s so important to be aware of how you are showing up for your desires. It’s far too easy to come up with all the excuses. But at IHML, we’re all about showing up and doing the work. Why? Because that’s how you live a life better than your dreams. That’s why I love working with my clients. I love diving deep into their desires and revealing what it is that’s holding them back. From there, we create an actionable plan to help them step into whatever it is they truly want. I recently had the honor of doing this with one of my lovely one-on-one clients craving financial abundance in her business. Since our one-on-one sessions, she's attracting more financial abundance than ever before. Despite her initial hesitation to spend the money on a month of one-on-one coaching, she ultimately understood that fully committing to and showing up for her business was

Do you ever just get caught up in the daily grind of running a business or chasing your dreams? Or maybe you get so wrapped up in the pressure of having it all figured out that you lose sight of your why? If either of those resonates with you, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. (It became a fast favorite of mine). Follow along as I chat with Jason Goldberg. Jason is a life coach and business mentor I first connected with at an event I hosted in Texas last month. When I tell you that I was immediately drawn to his positive energy and welcoming spirit, I’m not lying. (You’ll know what I’m talking about mere minutes into the episode). I was blown away by his story going from an anxious and depressed child to an incredibly inspiring (and truly happy) life coach. His secret? Maintaining a spirit of play in his life and business. So, you can count on this episode being full of joy, play, and fun, in addition to great advice that can truly change the way you live your life or run your business. Listen as we

I’ve been getting a lot of questions lately about networking. It’s easy to get caught up in strategy and marketing, forgetting to nourish other imperative aspects of running a business. Truthfully, whether you’re running a business or just looking to find inspiration and up-level your life, we can all benefit from human connection. Despite being an introvert, I’ve made it a priority to get intentional about networking. It’s helped me grow my business in more ways than I ever imagined possible. My network has supported me through massive challenges and exciting changes. I’ve come to realize that, like many things in life, the sky's the limit here. Maybe you join a 6-month mastermind, connect via a Facebook group, or simply meet up for a quick coffee date. It’s about finding what works for you. So, this episode focused on teaching you how to grow a thriving network in your life.  Maybe you’re craving connection or looking for support that your friends and family just can’t offer you. There’s no need to fee

When faced with challenges, we have two choices. We can give up and give in, or stand tall and move through to the other side. I’m going to let you in on a little secret. Whether it’s changing careers, starting a business, taking your business to a new level or in a new direction, leaving a relationship— literally any of life’s big (or small) decisions— the answer lies in your heart. That’s why I’m so excited to share this inspiring conversation with Neeta Bhushan. Neeta is a true champion of emotional and mental health. After a childhood filled with traumatic loss and pressures of perfection, Neeta thought she knew what she needed to feel fulfilled in her life. However, she quickly realized that the financial success of her cosmetic dentistry practice wasn’t the answer she was looking for. Now, Neeta serves as a mentor to leaders and entrepreneurs. She’s a speaker, author, and co-founder of both the Global Grit Institute and the Dharma Coaching Certification. While her resume is sure to impress, it’s her sto

It’s easy to feel like there’s not enough time in the day. So much to do, so little time, right? That’s why I’m sharing this episode all about my secrets to avoiding burnout by operating at highly efficient levels of physical and mental performance. The ultimate goal here is to help you understand the simple shifts you can start implementing in your life to become a high performer and achieve those goals you’ve had your eyes (and heart) set on. The truth is, if you want to be a high performer, you’re going to have to take your mental and physical well-being to a whole new level. Sure, the changes might not be easy, but they’re worth it. Trust me. I’ve been on my own journey toward high performance and, while there is still room for growth, I’ve already seen an incredible impact in my life and business. So, follow along as I share my top tips for getting started on your own journey toward high performance. Listen as I dive into what being a high performer truly means and how it’s been a game-changer for me. It

Life is full of unexpected moments that can bring challenges, hardships, loss, or grief. Sometimes it all comes at once. Dealing with the emotions in the wake of these moments is a challenge in itself. It’s easy to feel defeated, shut down, or lost. On the other hand, it’s possible to move through these experiences and emotions and come out on the other side with a new perspective and appreciation. That’s exactly what the guest of this episode did. Evelyn Fuson is a kind and bubbly member of the IHML team who faced a significant loss in 2020. This past August, she lost her father to COVID-19, turning her world upside down. I admire Evelyn for her strength as she continues to navigate this season of her life. Moments like this can either cause people to shut down or inspire them to shine. Despite still struggling with her father’s death, Evelyn chooses to shine. I’m so grateful she was willing to come on the show and discuss her experience working through the grief she faces in the wake of her loss. Follow alo

It’s truly admirable to take the leap and go for your dreams. However, I know it isn’t always as simple as taking that jump of faith. There can be a lot of pressure and expectations that follow. Maybe these pressures are coming from your friends, families, or even your spouse or partner. I know it’s easy to get caught up and weighed down by these big expectations to succeed. I’m here to let you in on a little secret. While there may be some pressure coming from those people, a lot of the overwhelm you’re feeling is coming from your own doubts, fears, and insecurities. Think about this. Other people’s opinions wouldn’t matter so much if you didn’t relate to them on some level. Luckily, you can do things to help move past these roadblocks getting in the way of you achieving the success you’re craving. It is possible. In this episode, follow along as I walk two-time I Heart Coaching student Tonya through her struggles with these pressures and feelings of doubt and insecurity. Tonya has a big vision of someday ru

We all know visibility is an essential component to growing a business. While many people think you need years of experience and a robust list of clientele to get your name out there in the media, that simply isn’t the case. If you’re just getting started building your brand and growing your business, that’s excellent news for you. What’s even better is that the steps increasing your visibility and impact through PR isn’t as complicated as you may think. Take it from PR expert Jane Tabachnick. Jane is a fashion designer turned PR expert who learned first hand the power media exposure can have on taking a business to that next level of visibility, impact, and even credibility. I was so excited to chat with her for this episode all about building simple yet effective PR habits in your business. Jane’s story going from the world of fashion to the world of publicity is proof that you don’t necessarily need to hire an expert or firm to get your name out there and build the following you desire. As she explains in

Join us as we celebrate a BIG milestone… It’s the 200th episode of the I Heart My Life Show! I have to be honest. I almost didn’t celebrate this exciting achievement. If you’re anything like me, you know it’s way too easy to get swept up in the hustle. It’s easy just to keep working and moving toward the next success. That’s exactly why I needed to record this episode. Until my podcast editor reached out to ask what we would be doing to celebrate this special episode, it didn’t really dawn on just how big of a deal it was. We all know that showing up consistently for a big vision takes a lot of heart, work, and dedication. That’s why it’s so important to celebrate both the big and small wins along the way. In fact, that’s one of the most important lessons this podcasting journey has taught me. We deserve (and need) to acknowledge our hard work and celebrate our achievements. It only helps propel us toward more success and even bigger victories. To help me celebrate this episode and help you find success in wh

At I Heart My Life, we witness so many examples of the great things that can come from trusting your instincts. The problem? So many people lack the alignment needed to trust their gut and fully step into their calling. Maybe you feel like you’re meant for something more but can’t quite get the clarity you need. Perhaps you’re feeling stuck or unfulfilled but can’t put your finger on the solution. If so, this is the episode for you. As it turns out, our intuition can guide us to our truest callings and deepest desires. That’s why I’m excited to bring you this episode all about how creating alignment in your physical space can make room for mental, emotional, and spiritual alignment as well. It’s all in the power of Feng Shui. Now, I wasn’t really sure if I was a believer until I sat down with Kate MacKinnon, a certified Feng Shui practitioner. Hearing her story, what she does, and how she uses physical changes in her client’s space to transform their lives totally shifted my perspective. This episode covers t

What if I told you self-pressure was getting in the way of achieving your biggest dreams? The truth is, when we bully ourselves into fear and guilt, we thwart our potential. Instead of lighting a flame of inspiration, we run the risk of crashing and burning. There’s no doubt that creating change and reaching new levels of success comes with its challenges. However, the most successful people are the ones who find clarity around their purpose and commit to their vision. They’re the ones who are motivated to keep going, even when times are tough. The ones who care enough about finding the solution don’t let any problems stand between themselves and their dreams. Far too often people live their lives filled with fear and stress instead of hope and inspiration. Instead of getting one step closer to living a life that’s better than our dreams, we’re too caught up in belittling ourselves for problems we have yet to overcome. That’s why I was excited to have my husband and Certified High-Performance Coach James Will

There are few things as powerful as a woman with a dream– if she chooses to step into the vision and make that dream a reality. That’s exactly what Hannah Nieves did (and continues to do). Hannah is the owner of very successful marketing, branding, and PR agency. The most impressive part? Her business has seen massive growth in a mere few years. Hannah is a remarkable example of what is possible when you step into your purpose and stake a claim in your big dream. Her story going from climbing the corporate ladder to paving her own path in the online business space is both relatable and inspiring. She has an abundance of knowledge and insight to offer to anyone considering taking the leap into entrepreneurship, looking to build an online business, or increasing their brand’s online presence. I was thrilled to sit down and chat with her about everything from navigating the early days of starting and growing an online business to scaling a luxury brand beyond her wildest dreams.  For starters, Hannah admits

Are you looking to scale your business or grow your team as you step into your big vision? If not, spoiler alert! Because these are often necessary steps to take to achieve the ambitious goals you have for your life and business. However, these steps aren’t without their growing pains. I see it all the time; people face new fears, doubts, questions, and even guilt as they hire more team members and level-up as the CEO of their company. That’s why I’m sharing this real-life coaching session with Christen Schneider. Christen is one of our amazing I Heart My Life Mastermind students who owns and runs a marketing consulting agency. As she looks to bring her growing business and team to new heights, she knows she must move through a few insecurities and roadblocks first. Follow along as I guide her through the mindset shifts and actions needed to gain clarity and relieve major stressors to move forward with her plans as an unstoppable CEO. Listen as we work through Christen’s need for support in dealing with the f

Whether you’re looking to simplify your communications, be a more effective leader, or hit new revenue goals, this episode serves as a reminder that achieving your next-level goals in your business is possible. In this special hybrid episode, I sit down with inspiring I Heart My Life Mastermind member Jenelle Augustin. After selling her first e-commerce business after only 7 months, Jenelle realized her biggest struggles stemmed from not knowing the proper steps to take for her business to flourish. Her mistakes inspired her to create an incredible company that helps women successfully set up online boutique businesses.  Since then, Jenelle has experienced exponential growth and is the first to say that joining the I Heart My Life Mastermind helped her level up. As much as we’ve supported her through the Mastermind, I give Jenelle a lot of credit. She’s made some unbelievable mindset shifts that have opened the doors of possibility in her business. I invite you to listen to our conversation as we talk ab

I’ve been patiently waiting to share this episode with you all because James and I are revealing some exciting news: we’re finally building our dream home! This will be the first home either of us has ever owned. It’s a big deal, and we’re so excited. However, that doesn’t mean the decision was necessarily easy. Let’s face it. Decision fatigue is real. The truth is, buying or building your first home is just one of several big (and sometimes overwhelming) decisions that you might face in your life. So whether you’re buying your first home, starting your own business, changing careers-- whatever that big decision is in your life-- we wanted to share the process of how we moved past indecision and overwhelm to make a choice that feels right. We hope you can use our story and the realizations we had to help you move forward toward one of your dreams. James and I have moved around quite a bit, so deciding where we would settle down was not a decision to take lightly. Follow along as we give the backstory about wh

Entrepreneurship can be hard work (but it’s also totally worth it). Over many years of working with entrepreneurs and talking with a plethora of industry experts, I’ve discovered that two roadblocks often stand in the way of fully reaping the benefits of entrepreneurship, battling entrepreneurial poverty, and not fully stepping into their zone of genius. The good news? If either of these resonates with you, you can overcome both challenges with the right mindset shifts and actions. One of the people I admire most regarding both of those topics is Mike Michalowicz. Mike has an impressive entrepreneurial past (becoming a self-made millionaire in his early thirties), having created and sold several businesses. He has since switched gears and now spends his days writing amazing books aimed at eradicating what he calls entrepreneurial poverty. Having read all of his books and witnessed the powerful message he delivers on a stage, I know he has so much insight and wisdom to offer the IHML community. I was thrilled

What if I told you that indecision just might be the culprit behind why you’re feeling stuck or unfulfilled in your life or business? It’s true. Now, what might really surprise you is that your indecision likely stems from a lack of trust in yourself. Think about that for a moment. How many times have you been stuck between yes and no until the opportunity passed you by and it was too late? How many times have you worried about maybe making the wrong decision that you neglect to make any decision at all? In this episode, I let you in on a little secret: There’s no such thing as a wrong decision. I know it might sound crazy, but I invite you to listen as I explain why making a decision and taking action is far better than staying in decision-making limbo. It’s far better than staying stuck or playing it small. The truth is, the mere act of making a decision shows yourself that you trust what you’re doing. That you believe in yourself and your desires. Otherwise, you spend too much time worrying about what may