<![CDATA[Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms]]>0ccf388c-af95-57bd-a63e-4856d9aaaa2aMon, 06 Apr 2026 10:00:25 +0000Captivate.fmRebecca Olsonhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/8806c1e7-0fe2-4777-b984-b8fcf948bfd1/_iAbue64X3JPfjuCNTaMGHoX.jpgAmbitious and Balanced Working MomsRebecca OlsonRebecca OlsonThis is a show for working moms who want to balance their ambitious career goals with their life as a mom. Being a career driven woman is hard and confusing after having kids but each week, Certified Professional Life Coach Rebecca Olson will share bite-size stories, tips and strategies to help you regain your confidence, make decisions you trust and create a positive mindset that supports the ambitious life you want to live. Drawing on seven years of coaching ambitious working mom in finding work/life balance as well as her own journey as the breadwinner of a family of 4, Rebecca will teach you how to be both successful at work and present with your family. If you never want to choose between your career and being a great mom, you’ll find the answers and support right here. Learn more at rebeccaolsoncoaching.com.http://rebeccaolsoncoaching.comfalseepisodicnopodcastHow to Stop Resenting Your Partner as the Default ParentHow to Stop Resenting Your Partner as the Default ParentI went deeper into something I see all the time with working moms, the default parent dynamic - and the part no one really talks about: how it impacts your relationship. If you’ve ever felt that quiet resentment building, or caught yourself thinking “why do I have to ask?”, this episode will hit home. I walk through the shift from trying to control your partner to actually leading change in your home, and why that’s the only way this dynamic truly transforms.

In this episode, we unpack:

  • Why “getting him to help” is the wrong question
  • The hidden relationship tension behind being the default parent
  • The shift from dictator to leader in your home
  • How to take ownership without taking all the blame
  • What it actually takes to change this dynamic long-term

Work with me:


]]>I went deeper into something I see all the time with working moms, the default parent dynamic - and the part no one really talks about: how it impacts your relationship. If you’ve ever felt that quiet resentment building, or caught yourself thinking “why do I have to ask?”, this episode will hit home. I walk through the shift from trying to control your partner to actually leading change in your home, and why that’s the only way this dynamic truly transforms.

In this episode, we unpack:

  • Why “getting him to help” is the wrong question
  • The hidden relationship tension behind being the default parent
  • The shift from dictator to leader in your home
  • How to take ownership without taking all the blame
  • What it actually takes to change this dynamic long-term

Work with me:


]]>6e079750-ce23-424c-b5d1-64d7c233054fMon, 06 Apr 2026 03:00:00 -070019:28falsefull272272How to Stop Being the Default Parent: What You Can Actually ControlHow to Stop Being the Default Parent: What You Can Actually ControlIf you’ve ever asked for help but still felt like everything lives in your brain…this episode is for you. I walk through why delegating tasks isn’t actually solving your mental load and what it really takes to step out of being the family “project manager.” We’re talking about ownership, control, and the subtle ways you’re unintentionally staying at the center of everything—and how to shift it for good.

In this episode, we unpack:

  • Why asking for help doesn’t eliminate the mental load
  • The difference between delegating tasks vs. delegating ownership
  • How control (and perfectionism) keeps you stuck as the default parent
  • Why letting your partner fail is necessary for real change
  • A simple shift that gets everything out of your head and into shared responsibility

Work with me:


]]>If you’ve ever asked for help but still felt like everything lives in your brain…this episode is for you. I walk through why delegating tasks isn’t actually solving your mental load and what it really takes to step out of being the family “project manager.” We’re talking about ownership, control, and the subtle ways you’re unintentionally staying at the center of everything—and how to shift it for good.

In this episode, we unpack:

  • Why asking for help doesn’t eliminate the mental load
  • The difference between delegating tasks vs. delegating ownership
  • How control (and perfectionism) keeps you stuck as the default parent
  • Why letting your partner fail is necessary for real change
  • A simple shift that gets everything out of your head and into shared responsibility

Work with me:


]]>e194134d-ca54-405e-a708-261fae18080cMon, 30 Mar 2026 03:00:00 -070018:43falsefull271271The Default Parent Problem: Why Moms End Up Managing the Whole FamilyThe Default Parent Problem: Why Moms End Up Managing the Whole FamilyI had one of those moments again where my kid asked me for something while my partner was sitting right there, and it made me realize how many of us have quietly become the default parent without ever deciding to. In this episode, I’m breaking down why that happens, not from a place of blame, but from understanding. Because when you see how this dynamic forms over time, it becomes so much easier to change it. If you’ve been carrying the mental load and wondering how it all ended up on your plate, this is going to give you a completely different perspective.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. What it really means to be the default parent (hint: it’s not about doing more tasks)
  2. How childhood conditioning and early motherhood wire this pattern in
  3. Why practice—not ability—keeps you stuck holding the mental load
  4. The hidden role of perfectionism and standards in keeping control
  5. How small daily patterns quietly turn into a one-person system

Work with me:

  1. Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced
  2. Book your Break Free From Stress Strategy Call (with free Quiz!): www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/break-free-from-stress

]]>I had one of those moments again where my kid asked me for something while my partner was sitting right there, and it made me realize how many of us have quietly become the default parent without ever deciding to. In this episode, I’m breaking down why that happens, not from a place of blame, but from understanding. Because when you see how this dynamic forms over time, it becomes so much easier to change it. If you’ve been carrying the mental load and wondering how it all ended up on your plate, this is going to give you a completely different perspective.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. What it really means to be the default parent (hint: it’s not about doing more tasks)
  2. How childhood conditioning and early motherhood wire this pattern in
  3. Why practice—not ability—keeps you stuck holding the mental load
  4. The hidden role of perfectionism and standards in keeping control
  5. How small daily patterns quietly turn into a one-person system

Work with me:

  1. Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced
  2. Book your Break Free From Stress Strategy Call (with free Quiz!): www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/break-free-from-stress

]]>06d6f8c6-23ba-46f7-85ba-d9d71f66f12dMon, 23 Mar 2026 03:00:00 -070017:16falsefull270270The Pressure of Being a Good Daughter on Work-Life Balance (with Dr. Allison Alford)The Pressure of Being a Good Daughter on Work-Life Balance (with Dr. Allison Alford)In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Allison Alford to talk about something we almost never name out loud: daughtering. We explore the invisible labor many women carry in their families — the emotional, logistical, and mental work of keeping relationships connected across generations. This conversation opened my eyes to how much space this role takes in our lives and how acknowledging it can actually bring relief, clarity, and healthier boundaries. If you’ve ever felt stretched between work, parenting, and family expectations, this conversation will help you see that dynamic in a completely new way.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. What “daughtering” actually means and why most women don’t realize they’re doing it
  2. The invisible labor daughters carry in keeping families emotionally connected
  3. How daughtering contributes to burnout, overwhelm, and the mental load
  4. Why defining what a “good daughter” means for you can change everything
  5. Practical ways to set boundaries and balance family responsibilities with work and life

Work with me:

  1. Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced
  2. Book your Break Free From Stress Strategy Call (with free Quiz!): www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/break-free-from-stress

Connect with Dr Allison:

  1. Instagram: www.instagram.com/daughtering101/
  2. Website: https://daughtering101.com/
  3. Dr. Allison Alford’s book, Good Daughtering: https://a.co/d/0buhU2Yq

]]>In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Allison Alford to talk about something we almost never name out loud: daughtering. We explore the invisible labor many women carry in their families — the emotional, logistical, and mental work of keeping relationships connected across generations. This conversation opened my eyes to how much space this role takes in our lives and how acknowledging it can actually bring relief, clarity, and healthier boundaries. If you’ve ever felt stretched between work, parenting, and family expectations, this conversation will help you see that dynamic in a completely new way.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. What “daughtering” actually means and why most women don’t realize they’re doing it
  2. The invisible labor daughters carry in keeping families emotionally connected
  3. How daughtering contributes to burnout, overwhelm, and the mental load
  4. Why defining what a “good daughter” means for you can change everything
  5. Practical ways to set boundaries and balance family responsibilities with work and life

Work with me:

  1. Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced
  2. Book your Break Free From Stress Strategy Call (with free Quiz!): www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/break-free-from-stress

Connect with Dr Allison:

  1. Instagram: www.instagram.com/daughtering101/
  2. Website: https://daughtering101.com/
  3. Dr. Allison Alford’s book, Good Daughtering: https://a.co/d/0buhU2Yq

]]>9bfd9b8a-a7f6-4afa-82ae-fa84a3448b89Mon, 16 Mar 2026 03:00:00 -070049:47falsefull269269Mental Load Hack #3: Why Subtraction Reduces Mental Load Faster Than OrganizationMental Load Hack #3: Why Subtraction Reduces Mental Load Faster Than OrganizationI’m diving into the third mental load hack in our series—and this one might challenge you. We’re talking about downshifting. Not lowering your standards. Not settling. But consciously deciding what is actually yours to carry and what isn’t.

I unpack why mental load decreases faster through subtraction than optimization, how we silently assume responsibility at work and home, and why your capability does not equal your obligation. If you’ve been feeling like the default for everything, this conversation will feel like a deep exhale.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. Why mental load is about ownership, not just tasks
  2. The hidden cost of assumed responsibility at work and home
  3. What “downshifting” really means (and why it’s not lowering your standards)
  4. How to run a cost-benefit analysis on your time and energy
  5. Why subtraction reduces overwhelm faster than better organization

Work with me:

  1. Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced
  2. Book your Break Free From Stress Strategy Call (with free Quiz!): www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/break-free-from-stress

Our Sponsor:

  1. NannyTrack helps families who employ a nanny understand what’s required, track pay and PTO, estimate taxes, and prepare to file correctly themselves. Try it free for 14 days, no credit card required. https://tracknannypay.com/

]]>I’m diving into the third mental load hack in our series—and this one might challenge you. We’re talking about downshifting. Not lowering your standards. Not settling. But consciously deciding what is actually yours to carry and what isn’t.

I unpack why mental load decreases faster through subtraction than optimization, how we silently assume responsibility at work and home, and why your capability does not equal your obligation. If you’ve been feeling like the default for everything, this conversation will feel like a deep exhale.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. Why mental load is about ownership, not just tasks
  2. The hidden cost of assumed responsibility at work and home
  3. What “downshifting” really means (and why it’s not lowering your standards)
  4. How to run a cost-benefit analysis on your time and energy
  5. Why subtraction reduces overwhelm faster than better organization

Work with me:

  1. Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced
  2. Book your Break Free From Stress Strategy Call (with free Quiz!): www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/break-free-from-stress

Our Sponsor:

  1. NannyTrack helps families who employ a nanny understand what’s required, track pay and PTO, estimate taxes, and prepare to file correctly themselves. Try it free for 14 days, no credit card required. https://tracknannypay.com/

]]>f7f10201-f6de-42e5-b3bd-38ce2f2d144dMon, 09 Mar 2026 03:00:00 -070019:07falsefull268268Mental Load Hack #2: How to Close Open Loops and Reduce OverwhelmMental Load Hack #2: How to Close Open Loops and Reduce OverwhelmYou don’t feel exhausted because you have too much to do. You feel exhausted because too many decisions are still open.

In this episode, I break down how “open loops” — the unresolved questions quietly spinning in your brain, are driving your mental load and keeping your nervous system activated all day long. I share the simple decision framework I teach my clients that instantly brings relief. This isn’t about better organizing. It’s about deciding differently. And when you do? Everything shifts.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. Why unfinished decisions drain more energy than a full calendar
  2. What “open loops” are and how they secretly drive mental exhaustion
  3. The four most common loops: leadership, relational, daily focus, and parenting
  4. Why your brain treats undecided as urgent
  5. The 5 decision options that immediately close loops and create relief

Work with me:

  1. Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced
  2. Book your Break Free From Stress Strategy Call (with free Quiz!): www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/break-free-from-stress

Our Sponsor:

  1. NannyTrack helps families who employ a nanny understand what’s required, track pay and PTO, estimate taxes, and prepare to file correctly themselves. Try it free for 14 days, no credit card required. https://tracknannypay.com/

]]>You don’t feel exhausted because you have too much to do. You feel exhausted because too many decisions are still open.

In this episode, I break down how “open loops” — the unresolved questions quietly spinning in your brain, are driving your mental load and keeping your nervous system activated all day long. I share the simple decision framework I teach my clients that instantly brings relief. This isn’t about better organizing. It’s about deciding differently. And when you do? Everything shifts.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. Why unfinished decisions drain more energy than a full calendar
  2. What “open loops” are and how they secretly drive mental exhaustion
  3. The four most common loops: leadership, relational, daily focus, and parenting
  4. Why your brain treats undecided as urgent
  5. The 5 decision options that immediately close loops and create relief

Work with me:

  1. Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced
  2. Book your Break Free From Stress Strategy Call (with free Quiz!): www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/break-free-from-stress

Our Sponsor:

  1. NannyTrack helps families who employ a nanny understand what’s required, track pay and PTO, estimate taxes, and prepare to file correctly themselves. Try it free for 14 days, no credit card required. https://tracknannypay.com/

]]>641d2143-6d72-4991-af45-0833056529e5Mon, 02 Mar 2026 03:00:00 -070016:35falsefull267267Mental Load Hack #1: One Thing That Brings Instant Relief for Working MomsMental Load Hack #1: One Thing That Brings Instant Relief for Working MomsThis week, I’m kicking off a new series all about the mental load, and it could not be more timely. I woke up with that familiar heaviness so many working moms carry — the constant tracking, anticipating, remembering, deciding. Not just tasks, but the invisible thinking work behind everything. In this episode, I share the simplest, most powerful thing I did before my tea even finished boiling that helped me feel lighter, calmer, and more in control. If your brain feels like it’s running overtime and you’re tired of holding everything in your head, this is a must-listen.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. What the mental load actually is (and why it’s not just your to-do list)
  2. The concept of cognitive labor and how it impacts your emotions
  3. Why your brain is acting like an overzealous intern
  4. The simplest mental load “hack” to create instant clarity
  5. How visibility and clarity immediately reduce overwhelm

Your next steps:

  1. The Daily Kickstart {free download}: www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/daily-kickstart
  2. Book a Break Free from Stress Strategy Call: www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/break-free-from-stress

]]>This week, I’m kicking off a new series all about the mental load, and it could not be more timely. I woke up with that familiar heaviness so many working moms carry — the constant tracking, anticipating, remembering, deciding. Not just tasks, but the invisible thinking work behind everything. In this episode, I share the simplest, most powerful thing I did before my tea even finished boiling that helped me feel lighter, calmer, and more in control. If your brain feels like it’s running overtime and you’re tired of holding everything in your head, this is a must-listen.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. What the mental load actually is (and why it’s not just your to-do list)
  2. The concept of cognitive labor and how it impacts your emotions
  3. Why your brain is acting like an overzealous intern
  4. The simplest mental load “hack” to create instant clarity
  5. How visibility and clarity immediately reduce overwhelm

Your next steps:

  1. The Daily Kickstart {free download}: www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/daily-kickstart
  2. Book a Break Free from Stress Strategy Call: www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/break-free-from-stress

]]>ed56dc75-c8a2-4abd-847f-82213b4cb4dfMon, 23 Feb 2026 03:00:00 -070016:53falsefull266266Letting Go of Rumination and Finally Feeling in Control (with Mike Garcia)Letting Go of Rumination and Finally Feeling in Control (with Mike Garcia)This week on the podcast, I’m doing something I’ve never done before — I’m interviewing a working dad.

Mike is a coaching client who came into our work stuck in his head, overwhelmed by pressure, and caught in constant rumination. In this conversation, he shares what it actually looked like to question the stories running his life, stop chasing external validation, and learn how to pivot out of spirals faster. We talk about the real tools that helped him feel calmer, more focused, and more present at work and at home.

If you’ve ever felt stuck replaying the same thoughts on repeat or carrying stress from one part of your life into the next, this episode will hit close to home.

What We Cover:

  1. Why rumination keeps ambitious parents stuck and how to interrupt it
  2. The hidden cost of constantly seeking validation at work
  3. How to separate work stress from home life (even in hybrid or remote jobs)
  4. Simple mindset pivots that bring calm, clarity, and control
  5. What real balance looks like when you stop believing every thought you have

Links + Next Steps

  1. Download the Daily Kickstart
  2. The exact daily practice I walk all my clients through — a simple 10-minute process to get out of overwhelm and lead your day with intention.
  3. 👉 https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/daily-kickstart
  4. Work with me
  5. Curious about coaching for yourself or bringing coaching into your company or organization? Let’s talk.
  6. 👉 https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

Follow Mike:

  1. LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/michaelj-garcia/https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/254

]]>This week on the podcast, I’m doing something I’ve never done before — I’m interviewing a working dad.

Mike is a coaching client who came into our work stuck in his head, overwhelmed by pressure, and caught in constant rumination. In this conversation, he shares what it actually looked like to question the stories running his life, stop chasing external validation, and learn how to pivot out of spirals faster. We talk about the real tools that helped him feel calmer, more focused, and more present at work and at home.

If you’ve ever felt stuck replaying the same thoughts on repeat or carrying stress from one part of your life into the next, this episode will hit close to home.

What We Cover:

  1. Why rumination keeps ambitious parents stuck and how to interrupt it
  2. The hidden cost of constantly seeking validation at work
  3. How to separate work stress from home life (even in hybrid or remote jobs)
  4. Simple mindset pivots that bring calm, clarity, and control
  5. What real balance looks like when you stop believing every thought you have

Links + Next Steps

  1. Download the Daily Kickstart
  2. The exact daily practice I walk all my clients through — a simple 10-minute process to get out of overwhelm and lead your day with intention.
  3. 👉 https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/daily-kickstart
  4. Work with me
  5. Curious about coaching for yourself or bringing coaching into your company or organization? Let’s talk.
  6. 👉 https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

Follow Mike:

  1. LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/michaelj-garcia/https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/254

]]>74e5390b-765c-4e41-8c5f-7746eef5a249Mon, 16 Feb 2026 03:00:00 -070053:19falsefull265265The “Not Enough” Trap Keeping Working Moms ExhaustedThe “Not Enough” Trap Keeping Working Moms ExhaustedI’m diving into one of the most foundational conversations I have with every client: enoughness. That quiet “not enough” voice shows up at work, at home, and even when you’re supposed to be resting. In this episode, I break down why chasing more never brings balance and share simple mindset shifts and practical practices to help you decide what enough actually means for you so you can end your days feeling calm, confident, and done.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. Why “not enough” thinking is one of the biggest blockers to sustainable work-life balance
  2. How invisible expectations keep you overworking, people-pleasing, and feeling behind
  3. The powerful question that helps you redefine success on your own terms
  4. Simple daily practices to help you feel satisfied and done at the end of the day
  5. How to stop chasing more and start feeling successful right now

Your next steps:

  1. The Daily Kickstart {free download}: www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/daily-kickstart
  2. Book a FREE breakthrough call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>I’m diving into one of the most foundational conversations I have with every client: enoughness. That quiet “not enough” voice shows up at work, at home, and even when you’re supposed to be resting. In this episode, I break down why chasing more never brings balance and share simple mindset shifts and practical practices to help you decide what enough actually means for you so you can end your days feeling calm, confident, and done.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. Why “not enough” thinking is one of the biggest blockers to sustainable work-life balance
  2. How invisible expectations keep you overworking, people-pleasing, and feeling behind
  3. The powerful question that helps you redefine success on your own terms
  4. Simple daily practices to help you feel satisfied and done at the end of the day
  5. How to stop chasing more and start feeling successful right now

Your next steps:

  1. The Daily Kickstart {free download}: www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/daily-kickstart
  2. Book a FREE breakthrough call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>03461974-9d15-4e9b-ad2f-6a1d3abd8011Mon, 09 Feb 2026 03:00:00 -070018:56falsefull264264MUST LISTEN If You Did Not Experience Work-Life Balance in 2025MUST LISTEN If You Did Not Experience Work-Life Balance in 2025I’m saying this boldly and early: balance didn’t stay out of reach because your job was too demanding or your season was too hard. It stayed out of reach because it stayed an “it would be nice if” instead of becoming a real commitment. In this episode, I walk you through the exact mindset shift that separates women who want balance from women who actually create it — and why “if/then” thinking quietly keeps ambitious working moms stuck year after year. If you’re done wishing and ready to decide, this episode will hit home.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. The difference between hoping for work-life balance and committing to it
  2. How “if/then” thinking sabotages boundaries, self-care, and follow-through
  3. Real client examples of turning nice-to-have goals into non-negotiables
  4. Why your calendar tells the truth about your priorities
  5. How to create commitment that actually sticks — even when motivation fades

Your next steps:

  1. The Daily Kickstart {free download}: www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/daily-kickstart
  2. Book a work-life balance strategy call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced-call

]]>I’m saying this boldly and early: balance didn’t stay out of reach because your job was too demanding or your season was too hard. It stayed out of reach because it stayed an “it would be nice if” instead of becoming a real commitment. In this episode, I walk you through the exact mindset shift that separates women who want balance from women who actually create it — and why “if/then” thinking quietly keeps ambitious working moms stuck year after year. If you’re done wishing and ready to decide, this episode will hit home.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. The difference between hoping for work-life balance and committing to it
  2. How “if/then” thinking sabotages boundaries, self-care, and follow-through
  3. Real client examples of turning nice-to-have goals into non-negotiables
  4. Why your calendar tells the truth about your priorities
  5. How to create commitment that actually sticks — even when motivation fades

Your next steps:

  1. The Daily Kickstart {free download}: www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/daily-kickstart
  2. Book a work-life balance strategy call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced-call

]]>cd640fcf-2868-4eea-8ce2-1e4db08576edMon, 02 Feb 2026 03:00:00 -070016:38falsefull263263Reconnecting With Your Spark: Finding Fun, Ideas, and Joy Again as a Working Mom (with Whitney Baker)Reconnecting With Your Spark: Finding Fun, Ideas, and Joy Again as a Working Mom (with Whitney Baker)Somewhere along the way, many working moms lose touch with the parts of themselves that feel playful, energized, and alive. In this episode, I’m joined by Whitney Baker, founder of Electric Ideas, for a deeply honest conversation about burnout, identity shifts after motherhood, and what it really means to reconnect with your spark. If you’ve been moving through your days on autopilot, this conversation will help you pause, reflect, and reconnect.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. Why losing your spark is common for ambitious working moms
  2. The hidden cost of overfunctioning and living in constant “go mode”
  3. What it actually feels like to be lit up and inspired
  4. Small, realistic ways to invite play and spontaneity back in
  5. Why choosing your energy isn’t selfish—it’s essential

Work with me:

  1. Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced
  2. Book a work-life balance strategy call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced-call
  3. Download the FREE Daily Kickstart: www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/daily-kickstart

Stay connected with Whitney:

  1. Instagram: www.instagram.com/whitneywoman
  2. LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/whitneybakercreative
  3. Podcast: myelectricideas.com/podcast
  4. Website: www.myelectricideas.com
  5. Tend to Your Soul Toolkit (free gift) https://icy-queen-56311.myflodesk.com/tendtoyoursoul

]]>Somewhere along the way, many working moms lose touch with the parts of themselves that feel playful, energized, and alive. In this episode, I’m joined by Whitney Baker, founder of Electric Ideas, for a deeply honest conversation about burnout, identity shifts after motherhood, and what it really means to reconnect with your spark. If you’ve been moving through your days on autopilot, this conversation will help you pause, reflect, and reconnect.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. Why losing your spark is common for ambitious working moms
  2. The hidden cost of overfunctioning and living in constant “go mode”
  3. What it actually feels like to be lit up and inspired
  4. Small, realistic ways to invite play and spontaneity back in
  5. Why choosing your energy isn’t selfish—it’s essential

Work with me:

  1. Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced
  2. Book a work-life balance strategy call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced-call
  3. Download the FREE Daily Kickstart: www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/daily-kickstart

Stay connected with Whitney:

  1. Instagram: www.instagram.com/whitneywoman
  2. LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/whitneybakercreative
  3. Podcast: myelectricideas.com/podcast
  4. Website: www.myelectricideas.com
  5. Tend to Your Soul Toolkit (free gift) https://icy-queen-56311.myflodesk.com/tendtoyoursoul

]]>9bdb2e13-9a29-4156-b41a-b5da00f37f80Mon, 26 Jan 2026 03:00:00 -070040:23falsefull262262How to Reframe Your Goals So They Feel InevitableHow to Reframe Your Goals So They Feel InevitableIf you’ve ever set goals you genuinely want… and still watched yourself stall, second-guess, or fall back into old patterns, this episode is for you. I’m breaking down the missing piece of goal setting that almost no one talks about — the part that makes goals feel inevitable instead of exhausting. This isn’t about more discipline or a better plan. It’s about who you believe yourself to be while you’re going after what you want. If you’re tired of forcing change and wondering why it never sticks, this conversation will make a lot of things finally click.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. Why traditional goal setting fails even when you really want the goal
  2. The identity shift that makes follow-through feel natural instead of forced
  3. How to turn goals into powerful present-tense identity statements
  4. Real examples of identity-based change in work, leadership, and motherhood
  5. What unapologetic living actually looks like in real life — not in theory

Work with me:

  1. Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced
  2. Book a work-life balance strategy call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced-call
  3. Daily Kickstart (free download): www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/daily-kickstart

Stay connected:

  1. Follow me on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/rebolson

]]>If you’ve ever set goals you genuinely want… and still watched yourself stall, second-guess, or fall back into old patterns, this episode is for you. I’m breaking down the missing piece of goal setting that almost no one talks about — the part that makes goals feel inevitable instead of exhausting. This isn’t about more discipline or a better plan. It’s about who you believe yourself to be while you’re going after what you want. If you’re tired of forcing change and wondering why it never sticks, this conversation will make a lot of things finally click.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. Why traditional goal setting fails even when you really want the goal
  2. The identity shift that makes follow-through feel natural instead of forced
  3. How to turn goals into powerful present-tense identity statements
  4. Real examples of identity-based change in work, leadership, and motherhood
  5. What unapologetic living actually looks like in real life — not in theory

Work with me:

  1. Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced
  2. Book a work-life balance strategy call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced-call
  3. Daily Kickstart (free download): www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/daily-kickstart

Stay connected:

  1. Follow me on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/rebolson

]]>39469954-34fa-4908-b4d0-af9d6954d99eMon, 19 Jan 2026 03:00:00 -070020:04falsefull261261The 3 Mindset Traps Keeping Working Moms Stuck in 2026The 3 Mindset Traps Keeping Working Moms Stuck in 2026What if the reason you feel stuck right now has nothing to do with discipline or motivation?

In this episode, I’m breaking down the three quiet traps that keep so many working moms stuck in survival mode as we head into 2026. These patterns sound responsible and reasonable on the surface, but they’re the very things that keep you postponing joy, shrinking your desires, and telling yourself “later” will be better. We’re talking about why responsibility can become a cage, why waiting for the right season keeps you frozen, and why “it’s fine” is often the most dangerous place to stay. This episode is an invitation to stop settling and start choosing an unapologetic life—intentionally, not recklessly.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. The responsibility trap and why it quietly keeps working moms stuck
  2. Why “later will be better” is one of the biggest lies we tell ourselves
  3. How settling because life is “fine” drains your energy over time
  4. The difference between intentional waiting and disempowered delay
  5. What it actually means to live unapologetically in this season of life

Work with me:

  1. Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced
  2. Book a work-life balance strategy call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced-call

]]>What if the reason you feel stuck right now has nothing to do with discipline or motivation?

In this episode, I’m breaking down the three quiet traps that keep so many working moms stuck in survival mode as we head into 2026. These patterns sound responsible and reasonable on the surface, but they’re the very things that keep you postponing joy, shrinking your desires, and telling yourself “later” will be better. We’re talking about why responsibility can become a cage, why waiting for the right season keeps you frozen, and why “it’s fine” is often the most dangerous place to stay. This episode is an invitation to stop settling and start choosing an unapologetic life—intentionally, not recklessly.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. The responsibility trap and why it quietly keeps working moms stuck
  2. Why “later will be better” is one of the biggest lies we tell ourselves
  3. How settling because life is “fine” drains your energy over time
  4. The difference between intentional waiting and disempowered delay
  5. What it actually means to live unapologetically in this season of life

Work with me:

  1. Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced
  2. Book a work-life balance strategy call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced-call

]]>f68bead0-768b-468f-acc0-4ca68456bea1Mon, 12 Jan 2026 03:00:00 -070022:38falsefull260260What If This Was the Year You Lived Unapologetically?What If This Was the Year You Lived Unapologetically?Working moms don’t lack motivation in January. They lack permission.

In this episode, I’m introducing the word I’m speaking over 2026 for myself and this community: unapologetic. We’re talking about why so many working moms burn out even when they’re capable and committed, how shrinking and self-justifying quietly drains your energy, and what it looks like to finally name what you want without guilt. This is about moving from good intentions to real commitment and letting this year feel different.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. Why working moms burn out even when they “do everything right”
  2. What living unapologetically actually means in real life
  3. How settling and self-justifying fuel exhaustion
  4. Why wanting more isn’t selfish or irresponsible
  5. The first step to declaring what you want in 2026

Work with me:

Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced

  1. Book a work-life balance strategy call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced-call

Stay connected:

  1. Join my email list: www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/emaillist

]]>Working moms don’t lack motivation in January. They lack permission.

In this episode, I’m introducing the word I’m speaking over 2026 for myself and this community: unapologetic. We’re talking about why so many working moms burn out even when they’re capable and committed, how shrinking and self-justifying quietly drains your energy, and what it looks like to finally name what you want without guilt. This is about moving from good intentions to real commitment and letting this year feel different.

In this episode, we unpack:

  1. Why working moms burn out even when they “do everything right”
  2. What living unapologetically actually means in real life
  3. How settling and self-justifying fuel exhaustion
  4. Why wanting more isn’t selfish or irresponsible
  5. The first step to declaring what you want in 2026

Work with me:

Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced

  1. Book a work-life balance strategy call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced-call

Stay connected:

  1. Join my email list: www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/emaillist

]]>012132ee-c465-4421-b0c1-e082e0c9d811Mon, 05 Jan 2026 03:00:00 -070020:00falsefull2592597 ways to redirect your “not enough” thoughts (rebroadcast)7 ways to redirect your “not enough” thoughts (rebroadcast)Today, I’m bringing back a conversation that feels especially relevant right now, in that quiet space between Christmas and New Year’s when reflection can quickly turn into self-judgment. I share a very real moment when my own “I should be further ahead” thoughts showed up, even as a coach who teaches this work, and walk you through the exact tools I use to redirect not-enough thinking. This episode is grounding, practical, and a powerful reminder that balance isn’t about fixing yourself, it’s about learning how to come back to sufficiency and presence again and again.

Topics in this episode:

  1. Why “I should be further ahead” is one of the most common not-enough thoughts for ambitious working moms
  2. How not-enough thinking shows up in your body, mood, and behavior (even when you don’t realize it)
  3. The difference between immobilizing yourself and overdoing it when self-doubt kicks in
  4. Seven practical strategies to redirect not-enough thoughts in real time
  5. How to anchor into sufficiency, presence, and satisfaction instead of comparison and self-judgment

Show Notes & References:

  1. Episode 12 – Enoughness:
  2. https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/podcast/2021/6/7/enoughness
  3. Episode 116 – Balancing ambition with enoughness:
  4. https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/podcast/2023/6/5/balancing-ambition-with-feeling-enough-with-misty-dykema
  5. Book a free breakthrough call here:
  6. https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  7. Boundaries & Balance Holiday Strategy Call:
  8. www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/boundaries-and-balance-session
  9. Discover all the details about Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced
  10. You can watch this episode on YouTube! Check it out by clicking here:
  11. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg

]]>Today, I’m bringing back a conversation that feels especially relevant right now, in that quiet space between Christmas and New Year’s when reflection can quickly turn into self-judgment. I share a very real moment when my own “I should be further ahead” thoughts showed up, even as a coach who teaches this work, and walk you through the exact tools I use to redirect not-enough thinking. This episode is grounding, practical, and a powerful reminder that balance isn’t about fixing yourself, it’s about learning how to come back to sufficiency and presence again and again.

Topics in this episode:

  1. Why “I should be further ahead” is one of the most common not-enough thoughts for ambitious working moms
  2. How not-enough thinking shows up in your body, mood, and behavior (even when you don’t realize it)
  3. The difference between immobilizing yourself and overdoing it when self-doubt kicks in
  4. Seven practical strategies to redirect not-enough thoughts in real time
  5. How to anchor into sufficiency, presence, and satisfaction instead of comparison and self-judgment

Show Notes & References:

  1. Episode 12 – Enoughness:
  2. https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/podcast/2021/6/7/enoughness
  3. Episode 116 – Balancing ambition with enoughness:
  4. https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/podcast/2023/6/5/balancing-ambition-with-feeling-enough-with-misty-dykema
  5. Book a free breakthrough call here:
  6. https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  7. Boundaries & Balance Holiday Strategy Call:
  8. www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/boundaries-and-balance-session
  9. Discover all the details about Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced
  10. You can watch this episode on YouTube! Check it out by clicking here:
  11. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg

]]>41fe85d2-6a2e-40ee-afe2-8d7a8941a804Mon, 29 Dec 2025 03:00:00 -070029:56falsefull258258Presence over presents: the secret to joy during the holidays (rebroadcast)Presence over presents: the secret to joy during the holidays (rebroadcast)I’m talking straight to the working mom who doesn’t want to hustle her way through the holidays and look back wondering where the magic went. We’re diving into what presence actually means, why joy depends on it, and how to get your brain and body in the same place at the same time during a season that pulls you in a hundred directions. I share personal holiday moments, common patterns I see with ambitious moms, and simple mindset shifts that help you stop missing your life while you’re living it.

Topics in this episode:

  1. Why presence is the real thing working moms want during the holidays
  2. The connection between joy and being mentally present
  3. How holiday stress mirrors year-round work-life balance struggles
  4. A simple definition of presence that actually works in real life
  5. Practical ways to manage your mind so you can enjoy the moments that matter

Show Notes & References:

  1. Discover all the details about Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced
  2. Click here to join my email list:
  3. https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/emaillist
  4. Book a free breakthrough call here:
  5. https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  6. Boundaries & Balance Holiday Strategy Call:
  7. www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/boundaries-and-balance-session
  8. You can watch this episode on YouTube! Check it out by clicking here:
  9. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg

]]>I’m talking straight to the working mom who doesn’t want to hustle her way through the holidays and look back wondering where the magic went. We’re diving into what presence actually means, why joy depends on it, and how to get your brain and body in the same place at the same time during a season that pulls you in a hundred directions. I share personal holiday moments, common patterns I see with ambitious moms, and simple mindset shifts that help you stop missing your life while you’re living it.

Topics in this episode:

  1. Why presence is the real thing working moms want during the holidays
  2. The connection between joy and being mentally present
  3. How holiday stress mirrors year-round work-life balance struggles
  4. A simple definition of presence that actually works in real life
  5. Practical ways to manage your mind so you can enjoy the moments that matter

Show Notes & References:

  1. Discover all the details about Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced
  2. Click here to join my email list:
  3. https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/emaillist
  4. Book a free breakthrough call here:
  5. https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  6. Boundaries & Balance Holiday Strategy Call:
  7. www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/boundaries-and-balance-session
  8. You can watch this episode on YouTube! Check it out by clicking here:
  9. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg

]]>9fd3dd7e-24a1-4fac-850b-16da785f98c1Mon, 22 Dec 2025 03:00:00 -070027:31falsefull257257Take Ownership of Your Work-Life Balance in 2026Take Ownership of Your Work-Life Balance in 2026In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m talking directly to the working mom who’s thinking, “I cannot do another year like this.” We’re diving into what it really looks like to take back ownership of your life in 2026, not through hustle or perfect systems, but through three grounded shifts that bring clarity, confidence, and control. If you want next year to feel calmer, more intentional, and less reactive, this episode will help you see exactly where to start and what to stop tolerating 

Topics in this episode: 

  • Taking full ownership of how 2026 feels instead of blaming circumstances 
  • Getting clear on what actually matters to you in this season of motherhood and work 
  • Learning how to redirect unhelpful inner dialogue and choose more supportive thoughts 
  • Focusing only on what you can control and letting go of the rest 
  • Making your yes and no intentional so your calendar reflects your real priorities 

Show Notes & References:   


]]>In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m talking directly to the working mom who’s thinking, “I cannot do another year like this.” We’re diving into what it really looks like to take back ownership of your life in 2026, not through hustle or perfect systems, but through three grounded shifts that bring clarity, confidence, and control. If you want next year to feel calmer, more intentional, and less reactive, this episode will help you see exactly where to start and what to stop tolerating 

Topics in this episode: 

  • Taking full ownership of how 2026 feels instead of blaming circumstances 
  • Getting clear on what actually matters to you in this season of motherhood and work 
  • Learning how to redirect unhelpful inner dialogue and choose more supportive thoughts 
  • Focusing only on what you can control and letting go of the rest 
  • Making your yes and no intentional so your calendar reflects your real priorities 

Show Notes & References:   


]]>b60f6121-81ee-435a-943e-00fd7c91540fMon, 15 Dec 2025 03:00:00 -070023:20falsefull256256The Hidden Causes of Mom Burnout: 3 Patterns Setting You Up for Exhaustion in 2026The Hidden Causes of Mom Burnout: 3 Patterns Setting You Up for Exhaustion in 2026Follow the show:

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In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m breaking down the three deeply rooted patterns that quietly lead ambitious working moms straight into burnout — the ones you don’t even recognize because they feel so normal. I walk you through why these patterns show up, how they drain your energy and joy, and what needs to shift if you want 2026 to feel calmer, more spacious, and actually aligned with your priorities. If you’ve been ending your days exhausted or feeling like you’re carrying the world on your shoulders, this episode will help you finally understand why — and what to do about it next.

Topics in this episode:

  • The real reason burnout builds without you noticing 
  • The 3 patterns keeping working moms overwhelmed 
  • How mindset + emotion shape your daily habits 
  • Why changing a few core beliefs unlocks real balance 
  • What you must shift in 2026 to feel present, rested, and in control

Show Notes & References:

Sign up for the New Year Reset here: 

www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/2026-reset 


]]>Follow the show:

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Everywhere else 

In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m breaking down the three deeply rooted patterns that quietly lead ambitious working moms straight into burnout — the ones you don’t even recognize because they feel so normal. I walk you through why these patterns show up, how they drain your energy and joy, and what needs to shift if you want 2026 to feel calmer, more spacious, and actually aligned with your priorities. If you’ve been ending your days exhausted or feeling like you’re carrying the world on your shoulders, this episode will help you finally understand why — and what to do about it next.

Topics in this episode:

  • The real reason burnout builds without you noticing 
  • The 3 patterns keeping working moms overwhelmed 
  • How mindset + emotion shape your daily habits 
  • Why changing a few core beliefs unlocks real balance 
  • What you must shift in 2026 to feel present, rested, and in control

Show Notes & References:

Sign up for the New Year Reset here: 

www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/2026-reset 


]]>f47a67d4-7aa6-4903-be34-5ff6d6a63122Mon, 08 Dec 2025 03:00:00 -070024:31falsefull255255Three Signs You’re Headed Toward Burnout in 2026 (and what to do about it)Three Signs You’re Headed Toward Burnout in 2026 (and what to do about it)Follow the show:

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In this week's episode of the podcast, I’m diving deep into the truth of your 2025 and why so many working moms are closer to burnout than they realize — not because of dramatic moments, but because of the small, daily “fender benders” we’ve learned to brush off.

I share the three subtle signs that burnout is on the horizon, why your brain resists change (even the change you want), and how to set yourself up for a completely different 2026. If you’ve been stretched thin, craving presence, or quietly wondering if you can keep going like this…this episode is the reset you didn’t know you needed. 

Topics in this episode:

  • The three overlooked signs that burnout is approaching 
  • Why your current pace of success may not be one you actually chose 
  • The presence problem — when your brain and body are never in the same place 
  • How skipping or overriding your own “me time” leads straight to exhaustion 
  • Why urgency sparks change — and how to use it to reset before 2026 

Show Notes & References:


]]>Follow the show:

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Everywhere else 

In this week's episode of the podcast, I’m diving deep into the truth of your 2025 and why so many working moms are closer to burnout than they realize — not because of dramatic moments, but because of the small, daily “fender benders” we’ve learned to brush off.

I share the three subtle signs that burnout is on the horizon, why your brain resists change (even the change you want), and how to set yourself up for a completely different 2026. If you’ve been stretched thin, craving presence, or quietly wondering if you can keep going like this…this episode is the reset you didn’t know you needed. 

Topics in this episode:

  • The three overlooked signs that burnout is approaching 
  • Why your current pace of success may not be one you actually chose 
  • The presence problem — when your brain and body are never in the same place 
  • How skipping or overriding your own “me time” leads straight to exhaustion 
  • Why urgency sparks change — and how to use it to reset before 2026 

Show Notes & References:


]]>cecaeca4-710a-419a-81ba-65838fae156bMon, 01 Dec 2025 03:00:00 -070024:20falsefull254254Overwhelmed vs. Control: How to Reframe Your Long To-Do ListOverwhelmed vs. Control: How to Reframe Your Long To-Do ListIn this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m breaking down why your long to-do list isn’t actually the problem. We tend to make that growing list mean we’re behind, failing, or not doing enough — but what if it’s actually a sign of something really good?  

In this episode, I share four reframes that completely shift the way you interpret your to-do list so you can stop starting your day in stress mode and instead feel grounded, capable, and fully in the driver’s seat again. If you ever look at your list and immediately feel overwhelmed, you’re going to want to listen to this one.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why your to-do list is neutral — and the meaning you attach to it isn’t 
  • The four reframes that instantly reduce stress and overwhelm 
  • How a long to-do list can signal demand, growth, challenge, and ambition 
  • Why starting your day with overwhelm leads to poor decisions and burnout 
  • How to shift into strategic thinking, focus, and control no matter the season  

Show Notes & References:


]]>In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m breaking down why your long to-do list isn’t actually the problem. We tend to make that growing list mean we’re behind, failing, or not doing enough — but what if it’s actually a sign of something really good?  

In this episode, I share four reframes that completely shift the way you interpret your to-do list so you can stop starting your day in stress mode and instead feel grounded, capable, and fully in the driver’s seat again. If you ever look at your list and immediately feel overwhelmed, you’re going to want to listen to this one.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why your to-do list is neutral — and the meaning you attach to it isn’t 
  • The four reframes that instantly reduce stress and overwhelm 
  • How a long to-do list can signal demand, growth, challenge, and ambition 
  • Why starting your day with overwhelm leads to poor decisions and burnout 
  • How to shift into strategic thinking, focus, and control no matter the season  

Show Notes & References:


]]>c269ccb2-82db-4e8a-b789-daf22e04093eMon, 24 Nov 2025 03:00:00 -070019:27falsefull253253Balance Isn’t Instant: How Consistency Unlocks a Truly Balanced Life (with Amanda Chapple)Balance Isn’t Instant: How Consistency Unlocks a Truly Balanced Life (with Amanda Chapple)In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m talking with my client Amanda about what it really looks like to stay committed to balance even when it feels like nothing is changing. She shares her journey of re-entering the workforce full-time, the fear of slipping back into old habits, the quiet months where progress felt invisible, and the moment everything finally clicked — leading to less stress, more confidence, and even a surprise promotion. If you’ve ever wondered whether consistency actually pays off, or worried that maybe balance just won’t “work” for you, this episode will give you so much hope and clarity.  

Topics in this episode:

  • How Amanda navigated old habits, imposter syndrome, and a major career transition 
  • Why consistency, not perfection, is what shifts balance 
  • The power of being in a room with other ambitious working moms 
  • How foundational tools can actually change your day 
  • What happens after the program and why some breakthroughs take time to surface  

Show Notes & References:


]]>In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m talking with my client Amanda about what it really looks like to stay committed to balance even when it feels like nothing is changing. She shares her journey of re-entering the workforce full-time, the fear of slipping back into old habits, the quiet months where progress felt invisible, and the moment everything finally clicked — leading to less stress, more confidence, and even a surprise promotion. If you’ve ever wondered whether consistency actually pays off, or worried that maybe balance just won’t “work” for you, this episode will give you so much hope and clarity.  

Topics in this episode:

  • How Amanda navigated old habits, imposter syndrome, and a major career transition 
  • Why consistency, not perfection, is what shifts balance 
  • The power of being in a room with other ambitious working moms 
  • How foundational tools can actually change your day 
  • What happens after the program and why some breakthroughs take time to surface  

Show Notes & References:


]]>11fb0d4c-4327-40d7-862c-7dc01ddf9a4aMon, 17 Nov 2025 03:00:00 -070039:11falsefull252252Productivity vs. Presence: How to Reframe What It Means to Feel SuccessfulProductivity vs. Presence: How to Reframe What It Means to Feel SuccessfulFollow the show:

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In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m exploring what happens when your old definition of success no longer fits your life as a mom. Before kids, success might’ve meant promotions, achievements, and productivity, but now that version just leaves you feeling like you’re always behind. I share client stories and practical tools to help you redefine success in a way that aligns with your values and season of life, so you can finally feel fulfilled, calm, and proud of how you’re spending your time.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why your old definition of success doesn’t work anymore 
  • How success and balance are connected 
  • Client stories that illustrate new, sustainable definitions of success 
  • Simple ways to create an attainable version of success 
  • How to use your values and goals as a daily guide

Show Notes & References:


]]>Follow the show:

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Everywhere else 

 

In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m exploring what happens when your old definition of success no longer fits your life as a mom. Before kids, success might’ve meant promotions, achievements, and productivity, but now that version just leaves you feeling like you’re always behind. I share client stories and practical tools to help you redefine success in a way that aligns with your values and season of life, so you can finally feel fulfilled, calm, and proud of how you’re spending your time.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why your old definition of success doesn’t work anymore 
  • How success and balance are connected 
  • Client stories that illustrate new, sustainable definitions of success 
  • Simple ways to create an attainable version of success 
  • How to use your values and goals as a daily guide

Show Notes & References:


]]>c85078ed-cd15-409d-9799-64f8dea0963cMon, 10 Nov 2025 03:00:00 -070018:34falsefull251251BONUS: Balance & Boundaries: How to Lead (Not Just Survive) the HolidaysBONUS: Balance & Boundaries: How to Lead (Not Just Survive) the HolidaysIn this week’s BONUS episode of the podcast, I’m breaking down how to do the holidays differently this year. Instead of slipping into the usual cycle of guilt, overcommitment, and exhaustion, I’m showing you how to lead yourself through the season—with intention, courage, and calm. You’ll learn how to set a clear vision for what you want this holiday to feel like, how to stand strong when family expectations pile on, and how to stay grounded no matter how busy things get. If you’re ready for a joyful, peaceful holiday (without the overwhelm), this episode is for you. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Lead your holiday season with intention, not reaction 
  • Why courage, not people pleasing, creates meaningful traditions 
  • How calm leadership transforms stressful moments into connection 
  • The mindset shifts that help you say yes and no with confidence 
  • What to expect from the Boundaries & Balance: Holiday Clarity Call 

Show Notes & References:


]]>In this week’s BONUS episode of the podcast, I’m breaking down how to do the holidays differently this year. Instead of slipping into the usual cycle of guilt, overcommitment, and exhaustion, I’m showing you how to lead yourself through the season—with intention, courage, and calm. You’ll learn how to set a clear vision for what you want this holiday to feel like, how to stand strong when family expectations pile on, and how to stay grounded no matter how busy things get. If you’re ready for a joyful, peaceful holiday (without the overwhelm), this episode is for you. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Lead your holiday season with intention, not reaction 
  • Why courage, not people pleasing, creates meaningful traditions 
  • How calm leadership transforms stressful moments into connection 
  • The mindset shifts that help you say yes and no with confidence 
  • What to expect from the Boundaries & Balance: Holiday Clarity Call 

Show Notes & References:


]]>e9a14f82-1330-4a51-9602-f33091541977Wed, 05 Nov 2025 03:00:00 -070017:31falsefull250250When Clarity Meets Community: The Inside Story of Sustainable Balance (with Jean Edward)When Clarity Meets Community: The Inside Story of Sustainable Balance (with Jean Edward)Today, I sat down with my client Jean, a professor and mom of two, who shares what it was like to work with me first 1-1 coaching and then in the Ambitious & Balanced group coaching program. She opens up about hitting rock bottom after a personal loss, rediscovering her values, setting boundaries that actually stick, and learning to say no without guilt. We talk about the difference between therapy and coaching, the power of community, and how real transformation happens when clarity and accountability come together. This one is full of honesty, hope, and so many lightbulb moments for every working mom who wants to feel calm, confident, and in control again.  

Topics in this episode:

  • How clarity on your core values transforms every decision you make 
  • The difference between therapy and coaching (and how both can help) 
  • The power of community and accountability in the group program 
  • Practical tools for work-life balance 
  • What investing in yourself really means—and how it pays off

Show Notes & References:


]]>Today, I sat down with my client Jean, a professor and mom of two, who shares what it was like to work with me first 1-1 coaching and then in the Ambitious & Balanced group coaching program. She opens up about hitting rock bottom after a personal loss, rediscovering her values, setting boundaries that actually stick, and learning to say no without guilt. We talk about the difference between therapy and coaching, the power of community, and how real transformation happens when clarity and accountability come together. This one is full of honesty, hope, and so many lightbulb moments for every working mom who wants to feel calm, confident, and in control again.  

Topics in this episode:

  • How clarity on your core values transforms every decision you make 
  • The difference between therapy and coaching (and how both can help) 
  • The power of community and accountability in the group program 
  • Practical tools for work-life balance 
  • What investing in yourself really means—and how it pays off

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]]>7f66b6ac-26cb-46af-8394-ae52eb89f5fcMon, 03 Nov 2025 03:00:00 -070045:45falsefull249249Work vs. Family: How to Reframe the Tension Between Your Most Important PrioritiesWork vs. Family: How to Reframe the Tension Between Your Most Important PrioritiesToday, I’m flipping the script on one of the biggest mindset traps working moms fall into - the belief that work and family are at odds with each other. What if that tension you feel isn’t a sign that something’s wrong but proof that you’re living a full, meaningful life? I’ll show you how to reframe that tug-of-war into one of your greatest teachers, helping you sharpen focus, build confidence, and make decisions that lead to a no-regrets kind of life.  

Topics in this episode:

  • The truth about the “competing priorities” mindset and why it’s holding you back 
  • How reframing work vs. family tension can actually strengthen both 
  • Four reasons your career and motherhood work together, not against each other 
  • Real client stories, who found peace and focus through this reframe 
  • Why mindset work is the foundation of sustainable work-life balance

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]]>Today, I’m flipping the script on one of the biggest mindset traps working moms fall into - the belief that work and family are at odds with each other. What if that tension you feel isn’t a sign that something’s wrong but proof that you’re living a full, meaningful life? I’ll show you how to reframe that tug-of-war into one of your greatest teachers, helping you sharpen focus, build confidence, and make decisions that lead to a no-regrets kind of life.  

Topics in this episode:

  • The truth about the “competing priorities” mindset and why it’s holding you back 
  • How reframing work vs. family tension can actually strengthen both 
  • Four reasons your career and motherhood work together, not against each other 
  • Real client stories, who found peace and focus through this reframe 
  • Why mindset work is the foundation of sustainable work-life balance

Show Notes & References:


]]>34696ed9-8b98-467e-906f-d02c4ce4423cMon, 27 Oct 2025 03:00:00 -070021:08falsefull2482483 Simple Shifts to Reduce Stress and Overwhelm3 Simple Shifts to Reduce Stress and OverwhelmIn this week's episode, I’m talking about something every working mom can relate to—ending the day completely wiped out. You give everything at work and have nothing left for your family or yourself. In this episode, I share 3 simple but powerful practices that will help you end your day feeling lighter, calmer, and more present. You’ll learn how to transition intentionally from work to home, release built-up emotions throughout the day, and get ahead of predictable stress triggers so you stop running on empty and finally reclaim your energy and evenings.  

Topics in this episode:

  • The hidden energy drain of daily context switching and how to create a “work-to-home” transition 
  • Why emotional buildup leads to evening exhaustion—and how to release it in minutes 
  • How to spot and solve predictable stress triggers before they take over your day 
  • The truth about burnout and why exhaustion is not “just a season” 
  • How these small daily practices give you back time, energy, and presence

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]]>In this week's episode, I’m talking about something every working mom can relate to—ending the day completely wiped out. You give everything at work and have nothing left for your family or yourself. In this episode, I share 3 simple but powerful practices that will help you end your day feeling lighter, calmer, and more present. You’ll learn how to transition intentionally from work to home, release built-up emotions throughout the day, and get ahead of predictable stress triggers so you stop running on empty and finally reclaim your energy and evenings.  

Topics in this episode:

  • The hidden energy drain of daily context switching and how to create a “work-to-home” transition 
  • Why emotional buildup leads to evening exhaustion—and how to release it in minutes 
  • How to spot and solve predictable stress triggers before they take over your day 
  • The truth about burnout and why exhaustion is not “just a season” 
  • How these small daily practices give you back time, energy, and presence

Show Notes & References:


]]>650a9b70-4225-4344-b681-162133934e08Mon, 20 Oct 2025 03:00:00 -070023:55falsefull247247The Toxic Mindset Keeping You StuckThe Toxic Mindset Keeping You StuckIn this week’s episode of the Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms Podcast, I’m digging into one of the most toxic and sneaky thought patterns that keeps working moms stuck — what I call the “no possibility mindset.” You know that feeling when it seems like there’s no way out of your current season, job, or chaos? That’s it. In this episode, I share how to spot this mindset, why it drains your energy and blocks solutions, and how to flip it so you can start seeing options and taking action again. I tell stories from my clients and my own life (including a parenting struggle that had me questioning everything) to show how powerful it is when you shift into possibility — and what happens when you believe that change is possible.  

Topics in this episode:

  • What the “no possibility mindset” sounds like — and why it’s so toxic 
  • Real client stories that reveal how this mindset keeps you stuck 
  • How believing in possibility opens up new ideas, energy, and confidence 
  • Simple mindset shifts that get you moving again

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]]>In this week’s episode of the Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms Podcast, I’m digging into one of the most toxic and sneaky thought patterns that keeps working moms stuck — what I call the “no possibility mindset.” You know that feeling when it seems like there’s no way out of your current season, job, or chaos? That’s it. In this episode, I share how to spot this mindset, why it drains your energy and blocks solutions, and how to flip it so you can start seeing options and taking action again. I tell stories from my clients and my own life (including a parenting struggle that had me questioning everything) to show how powerful it is when you shift into possibility — and what happens when you believe that change is possible.  

Topics in this episode:

  • What the “no possibility mindset” sounds like — and why it’s so toxic 
  • Real client stories that reveal how this mindset keeps you stuck 
  • How believing in possibility opens up new ideas, energy, and confidence 
  • Simple mindset shifts that get you moving again

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]]>e693aee3-fed0-49ae-b260-8aaad382196bMon, 13 Oct 2025 03:00:00 -070025:17falsefull246246Why Ambitious Women Need Status More Than Power (with Alison Fragale)Why Ambitious Women Need Status More Than Power (with Alison Fragale)In this week's episode of the podcast, I’m joined by Alison Fragale, as we tackle the deceptively simple but life-changing question: What do I really want? If you’ve ever felt stuck, second-guessed your desires, or wondered what’s next for your career and life, this episode will give you clarity and direction. We share why it’s so hard for working moms to answer this question, the cultural and personal reasons behind that struggle, and the exact process I use with clients to uncover their true desires and build a regret-free life. You’ll walk away feeling empowered, grounded, and ready to take your next steps with confidence.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why figuring out “what do I want?” feels so confusing for ambitious working moms 
  • How culture, motherhood, and people-pleasing disconnect us from our true desires 
  • The difference between want and desire—and why desire matters more 
  • The “internal compass” process: values, identity, and purpose as your North Star 
  • Real client stories of clarity, decisive action, and living without regret

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]]>In this week's episode of the podcast, I’m joined by Alison Fragale, as we tackle the deceptively simple but life-changing question: What do I really want? If you’ve ever felt stuck, second-guessed your desires, or wondered what’s next for your career and life, this episode will give you clarity and direction. We share why it’s so hard for working moms to answer this question, the cultural and personal reasons behind that struggle, and the exact process I use with clients to uncover their true desires and build a regret-free life. You’ll walk away feeling empowered, grounded, and ready to take your next steps with confidence.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why figuring out “what do I want?” feels so confusing for ambitious working moms 
  • How culture, motherhood, and people-pleasing disconnect us from our true desires 
  • The difference between want and desire—and why desire matters more 
  • The “internal compass” process: values, identity, and purpose as your North Star 
  • Real client stories of clarity, decisive action, and living without regret

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]]>78873599-12f7-43ec-8144-2d9e71d1be06Mon, 06 Oct 2025 03:00:00 -070043:14falsefull245245What Do I Really Want? An Inside-Out Approach to ClarityWhat Do I Really Want? An Inside-Out Approach to ClarityIn this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m diving into one of the trickiest yet most important questions every ambitious working mom faces: “What do I really want?” If you’ve ever felt stuck, disconnected, or like your choices have been more about walking through doors that opened rather than creating your own path, this episode will help you shift. I share why this question feels so overwhelming, what keeps us from knowing our own desires, and the powerful process I use with clients to uncover clarity, direction, and regret-free decisions. This is a deep, real, and practical conversation you won’t want to miss.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why it’s so hard for women (especially moms) to answer “What do I want?” 
  • The cultural, motherhood, and people-pleasing influences that keep us disconnected from desire 
  • The difference between want (head-driven) and desire (soul/body-driven) 
  • How to define your personal sense of “rightness” and build your internal compass 
  • Real client stories (and my own) of making bold, regret-free career and life decisions 

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]]>In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m diving into one of the trickiest yet most important questions every ambitious working mom faces: “What do I really want?” If you’ve ever felt stuck, disconnected, or like your choices have been more about walking through doors that opened rather than creating your own path, this episode will help you shift. I share why this question feels so overwhelming, what keeps us from knowing our own desires, and the powerful process I use with clients to uncover clarity, direction, and regret-free decisions. This is a deep, real, and practical conversation you won’t want to miss.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why it’s so hard for women (especially moms) to answer “What do I want?” 
  • The cultural, motherhood, and people-pleasing influences that keep us disconnected from desire 
  • The difference between want (head-driven) and desire (soul/body-driven) 
  • How to define your personal sense of “rightness” and build your internal compass 
  • Real client stories (and my own) of making bold, regret-free career and life decisions 

Show Notes & References:


]]>ed0a97f8-dbaf-4404-9b58-77c884ba4b7dMon, 29 Sep 2025 03:00:00 -070028:38falsefull244244The Secret to Achieving Big Goals: Anchor Into Your Future SelfThe Secret to Achieving Big Goals: Anchor Into Your Future SelfToday, I’m celebrating a huge milestone - 200,000 downloads! I share the story of how this show began, the incredible impact it’s had, and why the key to reaching your biggest goals is to stop looking backward and start anchoring yourself in your future self. This episode will leave you inspired, challenged, and ready to believe that your greatest potential is still ahead of you.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why going “back” to who you were before kids/burnout won’t create the life you want now 
  • How to use your future self to achieve goals and create balance 
  • A client story that shows the power of shifting beliefs to match new goals 
  • Famous examples (Sara Blakely, Steve Jobs, Oprah) who didn’t let the past define them 
  • Why your greatest potential is always in front of you, not behind you

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]]>Today, I’m celebrating a huge milestone - 200,000 downloads! I share the story of how this show began, the incredible impact it’s had, and why the key to reaching your biggest goals is to stop looking backward and start anchoring yourself in your future self. This episode will leave you inspired, challenged, and ready to believe that your greatest potential is still ahead of you.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why going “back” to who you were before kids/burnout won’t create the life you want now 
  • How to use your future self to achieve goals and create balance 
  • A client story that shows the power of shifting beliefs to match new goals 
  • Famous examples (Sara Blakely, Steve Jobs, Oprah) who didn’t let the past define them 
  • Why your greatest potential is always in front of you, not behind you

Show Notes & References:


]]>6c126b6a-941c-4fff-bcde-7a2e888a3d4cMon, 22 Sep 2025 03:00:00 -070030:13falsefull243243Sleep Isn’t Optional: Expert Tips for Prioritizing Rest with Terry CralleSleep Isn’t Optional: Expert Tips for Prioritizing Rest with Terry CralleIn this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m joined by sleep expert Terry Cralle to talk about why sleep isn’t a luxury - it’s a biological necessity. If you’ve ever pushed bedtime later just to get one more thing done, this conversation is going to challenge everything you thought you knew about productivity, ambition, and rest. Terry and I dive into the science of sleep, the myths we’ve believed about functioning on less, and practical ways to finally make sleep a true priority in your life. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Why 99% of adults need 7–9 hours of sleep—and what really happens when we cut corners 
  • How sleep deprivation impacts mood, decision-making, productivity, and long-term health 
  • Simple, practical sleep hygiene habits 
  • Why ambitious women in particular struggle with racing minds at night—and how to calm them 
  • Reframing sleep as the ultimate productivity tool (not a guilty pleasure)  

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]]>In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m joined by sleep expert Terry Cralle to talk about why sleep isn’t a luxury - it’s a biological necessity. If you’ve ever pushed bedtime later just to get one more thing done, this conversation is going to challenge everything you thought you knew about productivity, ambition, and rest. Terry and I dive into the science of sleep, the myths we’ve believed about functioning on less, and practical ways to finally make sleep a true priority in your life. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Why 99% of adults need 7–9 hours of sleep—and what really happens when we cut corners 
  • How sleep deprivation impacts mood, decision-making, productivity, and long-term health 
  • Simple, practical sleep hygiene habits 
  • Why ambitious women in particular struggle with racing minds at night—and how to calm them 
  • Reframing sleep as the ultimate productivity tool (not a guilty pleasure)  

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]]>41e15c24-e6b6-4b88-a786-97bceb008945Mon, 15 Sep 2025 03:00:00 -070025:36falsefull2422427 effective self-care practices (rebroadcast)7 effective self-care practices (rebroadcast)In this week's episode of the podcast, I’m revisiting one of the most popular episodes of all time, because it’s exactly what we all need right now. When life gets busy, self-care is usually the first thing to go. But what if self-care wasn’t about bubble baths or vacations? What if it was about protecting your mental and emotional state every single day? I’m sharing 7 practical self-care practices that actually restore you, so you can feel energized, balanced, and ready to show up as your best self.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why self-care isn’t about massages, nails, or vacations 
  • The link between burnout and neglecting your mental & emotional state 
  • 7 powerful practices to protect your thoughts, emotions, and energy 
  • How to shift out of “I don’t know” thinking and into possibility 
  • The secret to creating a life you don’t need a break from

Show Notes & References:


]]>In this week's episode of the podcast, I’m revisiting one of the most popular episodes of all time, because it’s exactly what we all need right now. When life gets busy, self-care is usually the first thing to go. But what if self-care wasn’t about bubble baths or vacations? What if it was about protecting your mental and emotional state every single day? I’m sharing 7 practical self-care practices that actually restore you, so you can feel energized, balanced, and ready to show up as your best self.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why self-care isn’t about massages, nails, or vacations 
  • The link between burnout and neglecting your mental & emotional state 
  • 7 powerful practices to protect your thoughts, emotions, and energy 
  • How to shift out of “I don’t know” thinking and into possibility 
  • The secret to creating a life you don’t need a break from

Show Notes & References:


]]>8a99c60f-80f5-4f00-8073-44818936e208Mon, 08 Sep 2025 03:00:00 -070024:45falsefull241241Leaps of faith my personal journey as a working mom (rebroadcast)Leaps of faith my personal journey as a working mom (rebroadcast)In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing one of the most vulnerable stories I’ve ever told — how I walked away from my so-called dream job, rediscovered who I really am, and took a series of leaps that completely reshaped my career and life as a mom. From identity crises to finding clarity in my first coaching class, to building a thriving business and creating balance on my own terms — this is the journey that made me who I am today. If you’ve ever felt stuck, restless, or scared to make a change, you’ll want to hear this one. 

Topics in this episode:

  • The moment I realized my dream job wasn’t actually fulfilling 
  • How motherhood pushed me into an identity crisis — and clarity 
  • Discovering my internal compass and redefining success on my terms 
  • The leaps of faith (and risks) that grew into a thriving coaching business 
  • Four powerful lessons I learned about enoughness, certainty, alignment, and failure

Show Notes & References:


]]>In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing one of the most vulnerable stories I’ve ever told — how I walked away from my so-called dream job, rediscovered who I really am, and took a series of leaps that completely reshaped my career and life as a mom. From identity crises to finding clarity in my first coaching class, to building a thriving business and creating balance on my own terms — this is the journey that made me who I am today. If you’ve ever felt stuck, restless, or scared to make a change, you’ll want to hear this one. 

Topics in this episode:

  • The moment I realized my dream job wasn’t actually fulfilling 
  • How motherhood pushed me into an identity crisis — and clarity 
  • Discovering my internal compass and redefining success on my terms 
  • The leaps of faith (and risks) that grew into a thriving coaching business 
  • Four powerful lessons I learned about enoughness, certainty, alignment, and failure

Show Notes & References:


]]>8ddeed2d-846b-4cbe-84cc-c70b6e63f210Mon, 01 Sep 2025 03:00:00 -070028:33falsefull2402405 Time Management Hacks Every Working Mom Needs to Take Back Control5 Time Management Hacks Every Working Mom Needs to Take Back ControlIn this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m sharing five super practical time hacks that will help you take back control of your calendar and even free up five hours (or more) each week. These aren’t complicated systems—just small, doable shifts that bring more focus, breathing room, and calm to your day. If you’ve ever sat down at your desk already feeling behind, this episode will give you the tools you need to feel in control of your time again.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Results-based scheduling: label your calendar with outcomes, not just tasks. 
  • Plan tomorrow, today: set your top 3 priorities before you log off. 
  • Stop believing the “not enough time” story—it’s a mindset shift. 
  • Time containers: finish tasks within set blocks, no spillover. 
  • Trust your past self: follow the plan you already created instead of reacting in the moment.

Show Notes & References:


]]>In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m sharing five super practical time hacks that will help you take back control of your calendar and even free up five hours (or more) each week. These aren’t complicated systems—just small, doable shifts that bring more focus, breathing room, and calm to your day. If you’ve ever sat down at your desk already feeling behind, this episode will give you the tools you need to feel in control of your time again.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Results-based scheduling: label your calendar with outcomes, not just tasks. 
  • Plan tomorrow, today: set your top 3 priorities before you log off. 
  • Stop believing the “not enough time” story—it’s a mindset shift. 
  • Time containers: finish tasks within set blocks, no spillover. 
  • Trust your past self: follow the plan you already created instead of reacting in the moment.

Show Notes & References:


]]>5d92d0bd-ddac-4fa5-bf0b-49f12ab1338dMon, 25 Aug 2025 03:00:00 -070028:42falsefull2392397 Back-to-School Survival Tips for Working Moms7 Back-to-School Survival Tips for Working MomsIn this week's episode of the podcast, I’m diving into the chaos of back-to-school season and sharing my best tips for making it feel calmer, smoother, and a whole lot less overwhelming. If the early mornings, afterschool shuffle, endless forms, and general “why does this feel so hard?!” vibe have you worn out already, this episode will help you reset. Think of it like your survival guide for fall transitions—so you can show up with more calm, space, and control during one of the busiest times of the year.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why transitions are hard for both kids and moms (and how to expect big emotions). 
  • How to define success for the back-to-school season—on your terms. 
  • The power of choosing what to lean into and what to let go of right now. 
  • Practical ways to distribute the mental load with your partner. 
  • Building in buffer + recovery time so you feel more grounded and less frantic. 

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]]>In this week's episode of the podcast, I’m diving into the chaos of back-to-school season and sharing my best tips for making it feel calmer, smoother, and a whole lot less overwhelming. If the early mornings, afterschool shuffle, endless forms, and general “why does this feel so hard?!” vibe have you worn out already, this episode will help you reset. Think of it like your survival guide for fall transitions—so you can show up with more calm, space, and control during one of the busiest times of the year.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why transitions are hard for both kids and moms (and how to expect big emotions). 
  • How to define success for the back-to-school season—on your terms. 
  • The power of choosing what to lean into and what to let go of right now. 
  • Practical ways to distribute the mental load with your partner. 
  • Building in buffer + recovery time so you feel more grounded and less frantic. 

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]]>f691d07c-2543-4cce-9d44-cfc128b41df7Mon, 18 Aug 2025 03:00:00 -070034:45falsefull238238BONUS: Protect your work-time (the secret to being more productive)BONUS: Protect your work-time (the secret to being more productive)In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m wrapping up my special mini-series on the four essential priorities for creating real, lasting work-life balance. We’re talking about the final one - uninterrupted work time and why it’s the secret weapon that keeps you from working nights and weekends, feeling constantly behind, and sacrificing your personal life for your job. I’m sharing how to protect it, why it matters, and the mindset shifts you’ll need to finally feel calm, in control, and satisfied with your work—without giving up your ambition.

Topics in this episode:

  • The fourth essential priority for work-life balance: uninterrupted work time 
  • Why mid-career managers feel constantly behind and how to stop it 
  • The illusion of “flexible” work hours and why it’s hurting you 
  • Three steps to protecting your work time: clarity, confidence, control 
  • Tools, strategies, and real-life examples to help you follow through

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]]>In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m wrapping up my special mini-series on the four essential priorities for creating real, lasting work-life balance. We’re talking about the final one - uninterrupted work time and why it’s the secret weapon that keeps you from working nights and weekends, feeling constantly behind, and sacrificing your personal life for your job. I’m sharing how to protect it, why it matters, and the mindset shifts you’ll need to finally feel calm, in control, and satisfied with your work—without giving up your ambition.

Topics in this episode:

  • The fourth essential priority for work-life balance: uninterrupted work time 
  • Why mid-career managers feel constantly behind and how to stop it 
  • The illusion of “flexible” work hours and why it’s hurting you 
  • Three steps to protecting your work time: clarity, confidence, control 
  • Tools, strategies, and real-life examples to help you follow through

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]]>255d8d1a-8b58-40c8-8a51-d74d2da10629Wed, 13 Aug 2025 03:00:00 -070018:42falsefull237237Stop Surviving (Part 5): Decide Like a Boss — How Confident Decisions Change EverythingStop Surviving (Part 5): Decide Like a Boss — How Confident Decisions Change EverythingIn this week’s episode of the podcast, we’re wrapping up the Stop Surviving series with one of the most game-changing shifts you can make as a working mom—becoming a confident decision-maker. I’m talking about ditching the overthinking, stopping the endless research rabbit holes, and making decisions like the boss of your own life. You’ll hear real client stories of women who went from second-guessing everything to trusting themselves fully, setting boundaries, and showing up with unshakable confidence at work and at home. If you’re ready to stop surviving and start living with clarity, confidence, and control—this episode is your roadmap.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why confident decision-making is the ultimate work-life balance tool 
  • Three things that block your ability to decide with confidence 
  • How clarity, confidence, and emotional control (the 3 C’s) change everything 
  • Real client transformations from doubt to decisive action 
  • How to start making decisions like the boss of your own life

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]]>In this week’s episode of the podcast, we’re wrapping up the Stop Surviving series with one of the most game-changing shifts you can make as a working mom—becoming a confident decision-maker. I’m talking about ditching the overthinking, stopping the endless research rabbit holes, and making decisions like the boss of your own life. You’ll hear real client stories of women who went from second-guessing everything to trusting themselves fully, setting boundaries, and showing up with unshakable confidence at work and at home. If you’re ready to stop surviving and start living with clarity, confidence, and control—this episode is your roadmap.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why confident decision-making is the ultimate work-life balance tool 
  • Three things that block your ability to decide with confidence 
  • How clarity, confidence, and emotional control (the 3 C’s) change everything 
  • Real client transformations from doubt to decisive action 
  • How to start making decisions like the boss of your own life

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]]>ebed2b7a-9f66-4d4f-9c49-e854e6cc85c8Mon, 11 Aug 2025 03:00:00 -070030:43falsefull236236BONUS: The Power of Family Time (and How to Know It’s Enough)BONUS: The Power of Family Time (and How to Know It’s Enough)In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m diving into the third core priority of a balanced life: kid-focused time. Not just “family time” while you juggle dinner and laundry—but the kind of intentional, present moments that actually fill your kids’ love tanks and leave you feeling like the mom you want to be. I share client stories, mindset shifts, and the 3-step process to help you show up for your kids without guilt, stress, or sacrificing your career. If you've ever wondered whether you're giving your family "enough," this episode will change the way you think about time.  

Topics in this episode:

  • What “kid-focused time” really means (hint: it's not multitasking) 
  • Why more time doesn’t automatically mean better time 
  • How to decide what “enough” time is for YOU 
  • The 3 steps to make kid-focused time happen: clarity, confidence, control 
  • Real client wins from small shifts in presence, not massive life overhauls

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]]>In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m diving into the third core priority of a balanced life: kid-focused time. Not just “family time” while you juggle dinner and laundry—but the kind of intentional, present moments that actually fill your kids’ love tanks and leave you feeling like the mom you want to be. I share client stories, mindset shifts, and the 3-step process to help you show up for your kids without guilt, stress, or sacrificing your career. If you've ever wondered whether you're giving your family "enough," this episode will change the way you think about time.  

Topics in this episode:

  • What “kid-focused time” really means (hint: it's not multitasking) 
  • Why more time doesn’t automatically mean better time 
  • How to decide what “enough” time is for YOU 
  • The 3 steps to make kid-focused time happen: clarity, confidence, control 
  • Real client wins from small shifts in presence, not massive life overhauls

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]]>7078d98c-c398-41ad-9146-c0d6b2668075Wed, 06 Aug 2025 03:00:00 -070021:46falsefull235235Stop Surviving (Part 4): From Self-Doubt to Steady Confidence — Ranjita’s StoryStop Surviving (Part 4): From Self-Doubt to Steady Confidence — Ranjita’s StoryToday, I’m joined by the incredible Ranjita - a powerhouse working mom of three, tax professional, and former Ambitious and Balanced client. This one’s emotional, inspiring, and real. Ranjita shares how grief, burnout, and relentless self-doubt pushed her into survival mode, and how she found her way back to joy, clarity, and confidence. We talk about what it really means to shift the voice in your head, break generational patterns, and reclaim balance in a way that feels deeply personal. You’ll hear the raw truth about what changed when she stopped saying yes to everything and started saying yes to herself. I promise, you’ll leave this episode both teary-eyed and motivated. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Why negative self-talk keeps ambitious women in survival mode 
  • The identity shift required for true work-life balance 
  • Tangible daily practices that changed everything 
  • What happened when Ranjita stopped checking work email on vacation 
  • How affirmations and boundaries created generational change at home

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]]>Today, I’m joined by the incredible Ranjita - a powerhouse working mom of three, tax professional, and former Ambitious and Balanced client. This one’s emotional, inspiring, and real. Ranjita shares how grief, burnout, and relentless self-doubt pushed her into survival mode, and how she found her way back to joy, clarity, and confidence. We talk about what it really means to shift the voice in your head, break generational patterns, and reclaim balance in a way that feels deeply personal. You’ll hear the raw truth about what changed when she stopped saying yes to everything and started saying yes to herself. I promise, you’ll leave this episode both teary-eyed and motivated. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Why negative self-talk keeps ambitious women in survival mode 
  • The identity shift required for true work-life balance 
  • Tangible daily practices that changed everything 
  • What happened when Ranjita stopped checking work email on vacation 
  • How affirmations and boundaries created generational change at home

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]]>7b1671cd-f392-4ac2-a962-2abd7656dd25Mon, 04 Aug 2025 03:00:00 -070044:54falsefull234234BONUS: The Power of Me-Time (and How to Finally Make It Happen)BONUS: The Power of Me-Time (and How to Finally Make It Happen)In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm diving into one of the most overlooked (but most essential!) priorities for sustainable work-life balance: me time. If you've ever said, “I don’t even know what I’d do with time to myself,” this episode is for you. I’m breaking down why taking time just for you isn’t selfish or indulgent—it’s necessary. I share real stories from working moms who pushed past guilt, redefined what fills them up, and started living more joyfully. And I offer the mindset shifts and tools to help you do the same. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Why me time is not optional—it's foundational to balance 
  • What real "me time" looks like (and what it isn’t) 
  • How cultural messages push moms to de-prioritize themselves 
  • The guilt working moms feel—and how to move past it 
  • Real stories of women choosing joy over efficiency  

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]]>In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm diving into one of the most overlooked (but most essential!) priorities for sustainable work-life balance: me time. If you've ever said, “I don’t even know what I’d do with time to myself,” this episode is for you. I’m breaking down why taking time just for you isn’t selfish or indulgent—it’s necessary. I share real stories from working moms who pushed past guilt, redefined what fills them up, and started living more joyfully. And I offer the mindset shifts and tools to help you do the same. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Why me time is not optional—it's foundational to balance 
  • What real "me time" looks like (and what it isn’t) 
  • How cultural messages push moms to de-prioritize themselves 
  • The guilt working moms feel—and how to move past it 
  • Real stories of women choosing joy over efficiency  

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]]>74b1f068-2921-4481-be53-b89b3af0afc9Wed, 30 Jul 2025 03:00:00 -070015:51falsefull233233Stop Surviving (Part 3): Reclaiming Time (and How My Clients Actually Do It)Stop Surviving (Part 3): Reclaiming Time (and How My Clients Actually Do It)In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m diving into the real reason time never feels like it’s enough and how to finally take it back. I’m sharing what it looks like when working moms move from survival mode into balance, with real stories and tangible results from my Ambitious and Balanced clients. You’ll hear the step-by-step process I teach to reclaim your time without needing more hours in the day. And I’ll let you in on the moment everything shifted for me. If you’ve ever wished for just one more hour…this episode is for you.

Topics in this episode: 

  • Why more time isn’t the solution to balance 
  • The hidden belief driving your time stress 
  • How to fill your calendar with “want to’s” instead of “have to’s” 
  • The 3 steps to reclaiming your time: Clarity, Confidence, Control 
  • Real client wins: from burnout to boundaries, back to concerts and joy

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]]>In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m diving into the real reason time never feels like it’s enough and how to finally take it back. I’m sharing what it looks like when working moms move from survival mode into balance, with real stories and tangible results from my Ambitious and Balanced clients. You’ll hear the step-by-step process I teach to reclaim your time without needing more hours in the day. And I’ll let you in on the moment everything shifted for me. If you’ve ever wished for just one more hour…this episode is for you.

Topics in this episode: 

  • Why more time isn’t the solution to balance 
  • The hidden belief driving your time stress 
  • How to fill your calendar with “want to’s” instead of “have to’s” 
  • The 3 steps to reclaiming your time: Clarity, Confidence, Control 
  • Real client wins: from burnout to boundaries, back to concerts and joy

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]]>1a2fdaf3-4a34-43e3-8db3-0636a8c52209Mon, 28 Jul 2025 03:00:00 -070022:59falsefull232232BONUS: The Power of Off-Work Time (and How to Protect It)BONUS: The Power of Off-Work Time (and How to Protect It)In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m kicking off a powerful new mini-series where I walk you through the 4 key priorities that support true, lasting work-life balance, the exact ones I coach on in Ambitious and Balanced. And today, we’re diving into the very 1st (and often most misunderstood) priority: off work time. If your evenings feel like just an extension of your workday or your brain never truly shuts off, this episode is going to speak to you. I talk about why protecting your off time matters, what it actually means to be off, and how to start reclaiming space for yourself and your life again. You don’t want to miss this one.  

Topics in this episode:

  • What off work time really means (hint: it’s not just being away from your desk) 
  • Three reasons why off work time is essential for sustainable balance 
  • How working through guilt and mindset shifts changes everything 
  • Real stories from clients Dana and Anna who reclaimed their evenings and lives 
  • The 3-step process of clarity, confidence, and control to protect your time 

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]]>In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m kicking off a powerful new mini-series where I walk you through the 4 key priorities that support true, lasting work-life balance, the exact ones I coach on in Ambitious and Balanced. And today, we’re diving into the very 1st (and often most misunderstood) priority: off work time. If your evenings feel like just an extension of your workday or your brain never truly shuts off, this episode is going to speak to you. I talk about why protecting your off time matters, what it actually means to be off, and how to start reclaiming space for yourself and your life again. You don’t want to miss this one.  

Topics in this episode:

  • What off work time really means (hint: it’s not just being away from your desk) 
  • Three reasons why off work time is essential for sustainable balance 
  • How working through guilt and mindset shifts changes everything 
  • Real stories from clients Dana and Anna who reclaimed their evenings and lives 
  • The 3-step process of clarity, confidence, and control to protect your time 

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]]>32e6d6ca-d515-40e6-b4da-bd2acf7c6486Wed, 23 Jul 2025 03:00:00 -070014:19falsefull231231Stop Surviving (Part 2): Ena’s Journey from Burnout to BoundariesStop Surviving (Part 2): Ena’s Journey from Burnout to BoundariesIt’s part 2 of the Stop Surviving series, and today, I am talking with my former client, Ena, who once lived in a constant state of busyness and burnout and didn’t even realize how much she was missing. She shares how her life has transformed since joining Ambitious and Balanced: from running on autopilot to feeling joy in the little things, from defining her worth by productivity to finding peace and presence. If you’ve ever felt like your only options are “keep hustling” or “give it all up,” this episode will show you that there's another way. 

Topics in this episode:

  • How Ena shifted from burnout to balance—and what clicked first 
  • The myth that productivity equals value (and how she broke free) 
  • Tools to separate your thoughts, feelings, and actions for more control 
  • What it really feels like to be present with your family again 
  • Why it’s possible to thrive in your career and motherhood without guilt

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]]>It’s part 2 of the Stop Surviving series, and today, I am talking with my former client, Ena, who once lived in a constant state of busyness and burnout and didn’t even realize how much she was missing. She shares how her life has transformed since joining Ambitious and Balanced: from running on autopilot to feeling joy in the little things, from defining her worth by productivity to finding peace and presence. If you’ve ever felt like your only options are “keep hustling” or “give it all up,” this episode will show you that there's another way. 

Topics in this episode:

  • How Ena shifted from burnout to balance—and what clicked first 
  • The myth that productivity equals value (and how she broke free) 
  • Tools to separate your thoughts, feelings, and actions for more control 
  • What it really feels like to be present with your family again 
  • Why it’s possible to thrive in your career and motherhood without guilt

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]]>559472eb-788c-43bc-ba8d-7af424f19956Mon, 21 Jul 2025 03:00:00 -070037:13falsefull230230Stop Surviving (Part 1): From Panic to Peace and the Path to Internal CalmStop Surviving (Part 1): From Panic to Peace and the Path to Internal CalmToday, I’m kicking off a special series called Stop Surviving—and we’re diving into what I believe is the most transformational shift working moms can make: internal peace. You’ll hear about real women who were once trapped in survival mode—feeling behind before the day even began and how they reclaimed calm, control, and confidence in their lives. This episode is raw, practical, and deeply inspiring if you're tired of spinning and ready to actually feel present and grounded. Plus, I walk you through the exact 3-part process I teach in the Ambitious and Balanced group coaching program. 

Topics in this episode: 

  • What “survival mode” really feels like from the inside 
  • Client stories of peace and transformation 
  • How unshakeable confidence stops the inner critic cold 
  • The 3 C’s Process: Clarity, Confidence, Control 
  • Why balance isn’t about the perfect schedule—it starts inside 

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]]>Today, I’m kicking off a special series called Stop Surviving—and we’re diving into what I believe is the most transformational shift working moms can make: internal peace. You’ll hear about real women who were once trapped in survival mode—feeling behind before the day even began and how they reclaimed calm, control, and confidence in their lives. This episode is raw, practical, and deeply inspiring if you're tired of spinning and ready to actually feel present and grounded. Plus, I walk you through the exact 3-part process I teach in the Ambitious and Balanced group coaching program. 

Topics in this episode: 

  • What “survival mode” really feels like from the inside 
  • Client stories of peace and transformation 
  • How unshakeable confidence stops the inner critic cold 
  • The 3 C’s Process: Clarity, Confidence, Control 
  • Why balance isn’t about the perfect schedule—it starts inside 

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]]>d30c507a-c151-4919-ae48-6af041f17a59Mon, 14 Jul 2025 03:00:00 -070028:00falsefull229229Freedom from Stuckness: Do the Thing You’re AvoidingFreedom from Stuckness: Do the Thing You’re AvoidingFollow the show:

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In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm getting personal and talking about a mindset trap I know so many working moms fall into: feeling stuck—and doing nothing about it. I share my own experience of being caught in a “not enough” loop, waking up at 3am with anxiety, knowing exactly what to do to get out of it, but still... not doing it. This episode isn’t about learning something new—it’s about finally using what you already know. If you’ve been spinning your wheels, overwhelmed and telling yourself “this is just a season,” this episode will hit home—and help you break the cycle. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Why awareness alone isn’t enough to get unstuck 
  • The real reason we don’t take action (hint: it’s not time or money) 
  • A 3-step framework to shift out of stuckness starting today 
  • A candid look at my own “not enough” mindset spiral 
  • How to build belief in your next-level dream (and start living it now)

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In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm getting personal and talking about a mindset trap I know so many working moms fall into: feeling stuck—and doing nothing about it. I share my own experience of being caught in a “not enough” loop, waking up at 3am with anxiety, knowing exactly what to do to get out of it, but still... not doing it. This episode isn’t about learning something new—it’s about finally using what you already know. If you’ve been spinning your wheels, overwhelmed and telling yourself “this is just a season,” this episode will hit home—and help you break the cycle. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Why awareness alone isn’t enough to get unstuck 
  • The real reason we don’t take action (hint: it’s not time or money) 
  • A 3-step framework to shift out of stuckness starting today 
  • A candid look at my own “not enough” mindset spiral 
  • How to build belief in your next-level dream (and start living it now)

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]]>d027640b-c960-4893-8127-8e79fbd954edMon, 07 Jul 2025 03:00:00 -070031:35falsefull228228How a Weekly Evaluation Can Transform Your Work-Life BalanceHow a Weekly Evaluation Can Transform Your Work-Life BalanceToday, I’m talking about one of the most powerful tools working moms overlook - evaluation. Think of it as a weekly report card for your life. I share the simple 3-question process I use to regularly check in on how aligned I am with my goals and how I help clients do the same to stay grounded, confident, and in control. This practice is a game-changer - especially if you’re tired of letting weeks fly by on autopilot. We’re halfway through the year, let’s use this moment to reset, reflect, and re-align. Your future self will thank you.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why you need a personal evaluation rhythm (and how it’s like your kid’s report card) 
  • The 3 simple questions that can transform your week in just 10 minutes 
  • A behind-the-scenes look at how executive moms use weekly check-ins to stay grounded 
  • How clarity on your definition of success is a prerequisite for meaningful change 
  • Why consistent reflection leads to real work-life balance (not just wishful thinking) 

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]]>Today, I’m talking about one of the most powerful tools working moms overlook - evaluation. Think of it as a weekly report card for your life. I share the simple 3-question process I use to regularly check in on how aligned I am with my goals and how I help clients do the same to stay grounded, confident, and in control. This practice is a game-changer - especially if you’re tired of letting weeks fly by on autopilot. We’re halfway through the year, let’s use this moment to reset, reflect, and re-align. Your future self will thank you.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why you need a personal evaluation rhythm (and how it’s like your kid’s report card) 
  • The 3 simple questions that can transform your week in just 10 minutes 
  • A behind-the-scenes look at how executive moms use weekly check-ins to stay grounded 
  • How clarity on your definition of success is a prerequisite for meaningful change 
  • Why consistent reflection leads to real work-life balance (not just wishful thinking) 

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]]>fbb5f12f-2e87-4472-b8e8-0923202a86f3Mon, 30 Jun 2025 03:00:00 -070036:00falsefull227227Low Work Libido and Redefining Success (with best selling author Randi Braun)Low Work Libido and Redefining Success (with best selling author Randi Braun)In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m joined by the brilliant Randi Braun, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Something Major and mom of three - for a real and energizing conversation about ambition, burnout, and redefining success.

We dig into what she calls “low work libido” (yes, it’s a thing!), how motherhood shifts our drive, why the to-do list never ends (and why that’s not a problem), and what it actually looks like to go all-in on your career without burning out. This is the pep talk/truth bomb you didn’t know you needed. 

Topics in this episode:

  • What “low work libido” really means—and why so many ambitious moms feel it 
  • How to redefine success on your own terms (and celebrate before the feedback comes) 
  • The myth of productivity and how delegation and joy create real impact 
  • Why being “self-devotional” matters more than being self-disciplined 
  • Real-life rituals to stay ambitious and balanced (without burning out)

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]]>In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m joined by the brilliant Randi Braun, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Something Major and mom of three - for a real and energizing conversation about ambition, burnout, and redefining success.

We dig into what she calls “low work libido” (yes, it’s a thing!), how motherhood shifts our drive, why the to-do list never ends (and why that’s not a problem), and what it actually looks like to go all-in on your career without burning out. This is the pep talk/truth bomb you didn’t know you needed. 

Topics in this episode:

  • What “low work libido” really means—and why so many ambitious moms feel it 
  • How to redefine success on your own terms (and celebrate before the feedback comes) 
  • The myth of productivity and how delegation and joy create real impact 
  • Why being “self-devotional” matters more than being self-disciplined 
  • Real-life rituals to stay ambitious and balanced (without burning out)

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]]>84cf3084-0d16-4381-a41c-42279d420758Mon, 23 Jun 2025 03:00:00 -070028:59falsefull226226Feeling Burned Out? How to Plan a Restful Summer (Without Guilt)Feeling Burned Out? How to Plan a Restful Summer (Without Guilt)In this week's episode of the podcast, I’m handing you a permission slip to take real rest this summer—without guilt, over-explaining, or waiting for the perfect moment. If you've ever said, “I just don’t have time for a break” or “I’ll rest after this project wraps,” this episode is your wake-up call. I’m breaking down the 5 most common excuses working moms use to avoid time off—and giving you actionable ways to make unplugging not just possible, but joyful. If you want more memories and less burnout this summer, don’t miss this one.  

Topics in this episode:

  • The top 5 excuses moms use to avoid rest—and how to debunk them 
  • Why “I don’t have time” is never the real reason 
  • How delegating (even badly!) is better than doing it all 
  • The truth about rest and productivity (hint: they’re best friends) 
  • A practical roadmap to take some time off, even in a full season 

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]]>In this week's episode of the podcast, I’m handing you a permission slip to take real rest this summer—without guilt, over-explaining, or waiting for the perfect moment. If you've ever said, “I just don’t have time for a break” or “I’ll rest after this project wraps,” this episode is your wake-up call. I’m breaking down the 5 most common excuses working moms use to avoid time off—and giving you actionable ways to make unplugging not just possible, but joyful. If you want more memories and less burnout this summer, don’t miss this one.  

Topics in this episode:

  • The top 5 excuses moms use to avoid rest—and how to debunk them 
  • Why “I don’t have time” is never the real reason 
  • How delegating (even badly!) is better than doing it all 
  • The truth about rest and productivity (hint: they’re best friends) 
  • A practical roadmap to take some time off, even in a full season 

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]]>46e173c2-86ba-437b-b5b5-b895c2ebf495Mon, 16 Jun 2025 03:00:00 -070029:48falsefull225225Permission to Say No: Letting Go of the Yes-Person IdentityPermission to Say No: Letting Go of the Yes-Person IdentityIn this week's episode of the podcast, I’m talking to all the go-to women—the yes people—the ones who hold it all together. But what if being a “yes person” is the very thing burning you out?

In this episode, I’m challenging the idea that always saying yes is what makes you successful. I’ll help you untangle your identity from your availability, redefine what balance really looks like, and show you how saying no more often can actually increase your impact. If you’ve ever felt trapped by your own reliability, this one’s for you.  

Topics in this episode:

  • What it really means to be a yes person—and why it might be sabotaging your success 
  • How to shift from being available to being reliable (and why that difference matters) 
  • The four essential priorities of a balanced life—and which ones yes people often neglect 
  • Why saying no is a form of leadership and not a threat to your success 
  • Reflective journaling prompts to help you define your new version of success 

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]]>In this week's episode of the podcast, I’m talking to all the go-to women—the yes people—the ones who hold it all together. But what if being a “yes person” is the very thing burning you out?

In this episode, I’m challenging the idea that always saying yes is what makes you successful. I’ll help you untangle your identity from your availability, redefine what balance really looks like, and show you how saying no more often can actually increase your impact. If you’ve ever felt trapped by your own reliability, this one’s for you.  

Topics in this episode:

  • What it really means to be a yes person—and why it might be sabotaging your success 
  • How to shift from being available to being reliable (and why that difference matters) 
  • The four essential priorities of a balanced life—and which ones yes people often neglect 
  • Why saying no is a form of leadership and not a threat to your success 
  • Reflective journaling prompts to help you define your new version of success 

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]]>14844b4e-68f5-4f6b-91dd-4ec10f4ae6efMon, 09 Jun 2025 03:00:00 -070031:51falsefull224224How One Executive Mom Made It Work (with Google V.P. Sarah Armstrong)How One Executive Mom Made It Work (with Google V.P. Sarah Armstrong)In this week’s episode of the podcast, I sit down with powerhouse exec and mom, Sarah Armstrong - VP of Global Marketing Operations at Google and author of The Art of the Juggling Act. We dive deep into what it really takes to be a thriving executive and present mom without burning out. Sarah shares honest stories from her decades-long global career, the boundaries that made it all possible, and how she made pivotal decisions, like passing on promotions to protect her family and peace. If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s okay to slow down without losing your ambition, or how to stop guilt from running your life, this one’s a must-listen. 

Topics in this episode: 

  • What executive-level boundaries actually look like (and how to hold them) 
  • Why saying “I’m doing the best I can” is a powerful guilt-replacement 
  • How to rethink success so it’s rooted in joy, not just title-chasing 
  • The exact questions Sarah asks herself every year to evaluate her career 
  • Why it’s not selfish (or weak) to ask for help—it’s smart strategy 

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]]>In this week’s episode of the podcast, I sit down with powerhouse exec and mom, Sarah Armstrong - VP of Global Marketing Operations at Google and author of The Art of the Juggling Act. We dive deep into what it really takes to be a thriving executive and present mom without burning out. Sarah shares honest stories from her decades-long global career, the boundaries that made it all possible, and how she made pivotal decisions, like passing on promotions to protect her family and peace. If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s okay to slow down without losing your ambition, or how to stop guilt from running your life, this one’s a must-listen. 

Topics in this episode: 

  • What executive-level boundaries actually look like (and how to hold them) 
  • Why saying “I’m doing the best I can” is a powerful guilt-replacement 
  • How to rethink success so it’s rooted in joy, not just title-chasing 
  • The exact questions Sarah asks herself every year to evaluate her career 
  • Why it’s not selfish (or weak) to ask for help—it’s smart strategy 

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]]>534979ea-4a91-4c2f-bd94-e77fc0ea2f00Mon, 02 Jun 2025 03:00:00 -070051:39falsefull223223The Mental Load Survival Guide for Working MomsThe Mental Load Survival Guide for Working MomsToday, I’m talking about something every working mom knows too well: the mental load. You know—that invisible checklist running nonstop in your brain? After a full month of birthdays, family visits, and a DIY deck project (yes, really), I found myself wide awake at 5am, completely overwhelmed. So I decided to record an episode about it. I’m breaking down what the mental load really is, the 3 biggest lies we believe about it, and the exact 4-step process I teach my clients to finally feel some breathing room again. If your brain feels like it has 47 open tabs and no off switch—this one’s for you. 

Topics in this episode:

  • What the mental load actually is (and why it’s more than just to-dos) 
  • Why common solutions (like quitting your job) won’t fix it 
  • 3 myths that keep working moms stuck in overwhelm 
  • The exact 4-step process I teach clients to manage the mental load 
  • How managing your thoughts gives you your time and joy back 

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]]>Today, I’m talking about something every working mom knows too well: the mental load. You know—that invisible checklist running nonstop in your brain? After a full month of birthdays, family visits, and a DIY deck project (yes, really), I found myself wide awake at 5am, completely overwhelmed. So I decided to record an episode about it. I’m breaking down what the mental load really is, the 3 biggest lies we believe about it, and the exact 4-step process I teach my clients to finally feel some breathing room again. If your brain feels like it has 47 open tabs and no off switch—this one’s for you. 

Topics in this episode:

  • What the mental load actually is (and why it’s more than just to-dos) 
  • Why common solutions (like quitting your job) won’t fix it 
  • 3 myths that keep working moms stuck in overwhelm 
  • The exact 4-step process I teach clients to manage the mental load 
  • How managing your thoughts gives you your time and joy back 

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]]>43c4ad04-6c7d-4350-9997-d85a3ceb2344Mon, 26 May 2025 03:00:00 -070036:18falsefull2222224 Strategies to Fast-Track Your Goals (and Skip the Struggle)4 Strategies to Fast-Track Your Goals (and Skip the Struggle)In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain on the 4 strategies that help my clients accelerate any goal, without burning out or spinning in indecision. Whether you’re chasing more peace, a promotion, or simply the feeling that you’re finally in control of your time, these are the mindset shifts that will get you there faster. If you’re ready for progress that doesn’t cost your sanity, you’ll want to hear this. Let’s get into it.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why being willing to feel any emotion is the secret weapon to progress 
  • The daily mindset work that separates stuck moms from thriving ones 
  • What “taking action before you’re ready” really looks like in practice 
  • How investment (time, money, energy) accelerates your results 
  • Real client stories that show how quickly life can shift with the right tools 

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]]>In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain on the 4 strategies that help my clients accelerate any goal, without burning out or spinning in indecision. Whether you’re chasing more peace, a promotion, or simply the feeling that you’re finally in control of your time, these are the mindset shifts that will get you there faster. If you’re ready for progress that doesn’t cost your sanity, you’ll want to hear this. Let’s get into it.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why being willing to feel any emotion is the secret weapon to progress 
  • The daily mindset work that separates stuck moms from thriving ones 
  • What “taking action before you’re ready” really looks like in practice 
  • How investment (time, money, energy) accelerates your results 
  • Real client stories that show how quickly life can shift with the right tools 

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]]>f3a5ace2-ed6c-4ac6-94fc-24789a28024fMon, 19 May 2025 03:00:00 -070032:27falsefull221221Behind the Scenes of Ambitious and Balanced: How Dana and Erika Transformed in Just 7 WeeksBehind the Scenes of Ambitious and Balanced: How Dana and Erika Transformed in Just 7 WeeksFollow the show: 

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In this week's episode of the podcast I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at what actually shifts when working moms say yes to themselves. You’ll hear from Dana and Erika, two incredible women in my current Ambitious and Balanced cohort, who are just seven weeks into the program and already living totally different lives. One’s logging off at 5pm without guilt. The other is reading for joy instead of stress-cleaning. They’re redefining success, setting boundaries, and feeling in control again. This isn’t just inspiring - it’s proof that transformation is possible fast. You’ll want to hear every word.  

Topics in this episode: 

  • What actually changes when working moms stop blaming their circumstances 
  • How one mom went from nightly work sessions to totally logging off 
  • Letting go of perfectionism and finding joy in 10-minute daily practices 
  • Why mindset shifts (not just strategies) are the real game-changer 
  • How investing in yourself creates ripple effects in motherhood, marriage, and work  

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In this week's episode of the podcast I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at what actually shifts when working moms say yes to themselves. You’ll hear from Dana and Erika, two incredible women in my current Ambitious and Balanced cohort, who are just seven weeks into the program and already living totally different lives. One’s logging off at 5pm without guilt. The other is reading for joy instead of stress-cleaning. They’re redefining success, setting boundaries, and feeling in control again. This isn’t just inspiring - it’s proof that transformation is possible fast. You’ll want to hear every word.  

Topics in this episode: 

  • What actually changes when working moms stop blaming their circumstances 
  • How one mom went from nightly work sessions to totally logging off 
  • Letting go of perfectionism and finding joy in 10-minute daily practices 
  • Why mindset shifts (not just strategies) are the real game-changer 
  • How investing in yourself creates ripple effects in motherhood, marriage, and work  

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]]>56371f5d-453e-4abe-83c4-a109b43f4a75Mon, 12 May 2025 03:00:00 -070047:34falsefull220220From “I’m Failing” to Confident Leader in 3 Months (with Mallory Young)From “I’m Failing” to Confident Leader in 3 Months (with Mallory Young)Follow the show:

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Today, I’m joined by Mallory Young, a working mom of 2 and a graduate of the Ambitious and Balanced group coaching program - who gives us an honest, behind-the-scenes look at her transformation. From feeling like she was failing at everything to stepping into a new leadership role with confidence and clarity, Mallory shares how she shifted her mindset, mastered the work-to-home transition, and finally started living a life that feels sustainable. If you’ve been curious what actually happens inside the program (or wondering if it could help you), this is the episode you don’t want to miss.  

Topics in this episode:

  • What it’s really like to join Ambitious and Balanced (from someone who did it!) 
  • How Mallory went from constant guilt and overwhelm to peace and clarity 
  • The work-to-home transition ritual that changed everything 
  • What it means to normalize your struggles (and stop beating yourself up) 
  • Why group coaching might be exactly what you need—even if you’re a skeptic 

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Today, I’m joined by Mallory Young, a working mom of 2 and a graduate of the Ambitious and Balanced group coaching program - who gives us an honest, behind-the-scenes look at her transformation. From feeling like she was failing at everything to stepping into a new leadership role with confidence and clarity, Mallory shares how she shifted her mindset, mastered the work-to-home transition, and finally started living a life that feels sustainable. If you’ve been curious what actually happens inside the program (or wondering if it could help you), this is the episode you don’t want to miss.  

Topics in this episode:

  • What it’s really like to join Ambitious and Balanced (from someone who did it!) 
  • How Mallory went from constant guilt and overwhelm to peace and clarity 
  • The work-to-home transition ritual that changed everything 
  • What it means to normalize your struggles (and stop beating yourself up) 
  • Why group coaching might be exactly what you need—even if you’re a skeptic 

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]]>fc6adb70-d797-4271-9b71-117eed2c0bd4Mon, 05 May 2025 03:00:00 -070039:12falsefull219219Last Summer Almost Broke Me: What I’m Doing Differently This YearLast Summer Almost Broke Me: What I’m Doing Differently This YearToday, I’m pulling back the curtain on one of the hardest summers I've ever had as a working mom and how I’m doing it differently this year. I’m sharing the real mindset traps that made last summer feel like a chaotic mess, the big mistakes I made trying to make everyone happy, and the intentional shifts I’m making to create a summer that's actually fun, fulfilling, and calm. If summer usually feels like a stress marathon for you, you do not want to miss this one.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why last summer nearly broke me—and the mindset traps behind it 
  • The "summer camp scramble" reality for working parents 
  • The 4 big mistakes I made (and what I'm doing differently this year) 
  • How to define your version of a successful summer 
  • Practical strategies to plan a calm, fulfilling summer (for you and your kids)

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Topics in this episode:

  • Why last summer nearly broke me—and the mindset traps behind it 
  • The "summer camp scramble" reality for working parents 
  • The 4 big mistakes I made (and what I'm doing differently this year) 
  • How to define your version of a successful summer 
  • Practical strategies to plan a calm, fulfilling summer (for you and your kids)

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]]>3c1d4477-0482-4fbb-b3f4-e2b14534d962Mon, 28 Apr 2025 03:00:00 -070027:41falsefull218218Work Is Important. So Is Family. Now What?Work Is Important. So Is Family. Now What?What if the constant tug of war between your work and your family isn't actually a problem, but a sign that you're doing something right? In today's episode, I'm challenging the belief that your priorities are always in competition and offering a powerful reframe that just might change the way you think about your entire working mom life. Because maybe, just maybe, having multiple priorities is actually a gift. Let's talk about what it really means to live a full life as a working mom and how to stop feeling guilty for wanting more than just one good thing. Are you ready? Let's get to it.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why competing priorities aren’t a problem—they’re a privilege 
  • A floodlight vs. flashlight perspective shift on your life 
  • Real client stories that show how hard decisions aren’t always black and white 
  • How to reframe guilt into gratitude for having multiple good options 
  • Reflection questions to adopt a more empowering mindset around priorities

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]]>What if the constant tug of war between your work and your family isn't actually a problem, but a sign that you're doing something right? In today's episode, I'm challenging the belief that your priorities are always in competition and offering a powerful reframe that just might change the way you think about your entire working mom life. Because maybe, just maybe, having multiple priorities is actually a gift. Let's talk about what it really means to live a full life as a working mom and how to stop feeling guilty for wanting more than just one good thing. Are you ready? Let's get to it.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why competing priorities aren’t a problem—they’re a privilege 
  • A floodlight vs. flashlight perspective shift on your life 
  • Real client stories that show how hard decisions aren’t always black and white 
  • How to reframe guilt into gratitude for having multiple good options 
  • Reflection questions to adopt a more empowering mindset around priorities

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]]>f849be94-c049-4cad-a5f4-98093ba41827Mon, 21 Apr 2025 03:00:00 -070016:42falsefull217217Get Promoted in 2025 (with Stacy Mayer)Get Promoted in 2025 (with Stacy Mayer)In this week’s episode of the podcast, I sit down with my brilliant friend and executive coach, Stacy Mayer, to unpack exactly what it takes to get promoted in 2025. If you’re dreaming about that next leadership role, even with today’s job market feeling messy - you need to hear this. We talk candidly about the real strategies that get women into the C-suite, the power of second-degree connections, and why interviews are more about energy and authenticity than ever before. Oh, and the idea of turning your job search into play? Game-changer. You’ll walk away feeling empowered, strategic, and 100% ready to own your career. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Why 2025 is still a great time to go after your dream job 
  • Interviewing strategies that actually work (and feel good) 
  • The myth of job hunting through LinkedIn and Indeed 
  • How women can show up powerfully and playfully 
  • The truth about promotions and second-degree connections

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]]>In this week’s episode of the podcast, I sit down with my brilliant friend and executive coach, Stacy Mayer, to unpack exactly what it takes to get promoted in 2025. If you’re dreaming about that next leadership role, even with today’s job market feeling messy - you need to hear this. We talk candidly about the real strategies that get women into the C-suite, the power of second-degree connections, and why interviews are more about energy and authenticity than ever before. Oh, and the idea of turning your job search into play? Game-changer. You’ll walk away feeling empowered, strategic, and 100% ready to own your career. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Why 2025 is still a great time to go after your dream job 
  • Interviewing strategies that actually work (and feel good) 
  • The myth of job hunting through LinkedIn and Indeed 
  • How women can show up powerfully and playfully 
  • The truth about promotions and second-degree connections

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]]>c794762d-a01d-418f-9e34-a38f8ce65815Mon, 14 Apr 2025 03:00:00 -070042:23falsefull216216The Truth About Overwhelm: Why You Feel It and How to Stop the CycleThe Truth About Overwhelm: Why You Feel It and How to Stop the CycleToday, we’re digging into the real reason you feel so out of balance - and no, it’s not just your calendar. I’m talking about overwhelm: what it really is, how it hijacks your body, and the two ways women typically respond to it. I’ll help you figure out which one you are and walk you through how to stop the cycle in the moment. Plus, I’m sharing a super practical tool that takes just 10 minutes a day and has helped tons of working moms go from frazzled to focused. If you’re tired of the burnout hamster wheel, this episode is a must-listen.  

Topics in this episode:

  • What overwhelm actually is (hint: it’s a nervous system thing) 
  • The 2 types of overwhelmed moms - are you a procrastinator or a hyper-doer? 
  • How to break free from the fight-or-flight response in real time 
  • Long-term strategies to stay out of overwhelm for good 
  • A free 10-minute Daily Kickstart tool to help you feel in control and calm  

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]]>Today, we’re digging into the real reason you feel so out of balance - and no, it’s not just your calendar. I’m talking about overwhelm: what it really is, how it hijacks your body, and the two ways women typically respond to it. I’ll help you figure out which one you are and walk you through how to stop the cycle in the moment. Plus, I’m sharing a super practical tool that takes just 10 minutes a day and has helped tons of working moms go from frazzled to focused. If you’re tired of the burnout hamster wheel, this episode is a must-listen.  

Topics in this episode:

  • What overwhelm actually is (hint: it’s a nervous system thing) 
  • The 2 types of overwhelmed moms - are you a procrastinator or a hyper-doer? 
  • How to break free from the fight-or-flight response in real time 
  • Long-term strategies to stay out of overwhelm for good 
  • A free 10-minute Daily Kickstart tool to help you feel in control and calm  

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]]>a6f9241d-7c66-42b9-b335-ca2617765235Mon, 07 Apr 2025 03:00:00 -070024:27falsefull215215Are you a good mom?Are you a good mom?In this week’s episode of the podcast, we’re getting real about all the pressure working moms feel to go over the top for their kids - from leprechaun traps and Valentine’s treats to Pinterest-worthy birthday mornings, I’m calling out the comparison trap we fall into thanks to social media and well-meaning traditions, and walking you through how to redefine what success means for you as a mom. 

This episode will inspire you to ditch the guilt, stop "should-ing" on yourself, and instead create your own "Successful Mom Criteria" that actually aligns with your values. Trust me, this is one you'll want to listen to if you've ever felt like you're failing for not doing enough. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Why holiday traditions don’t define your worth as a mom 
  • How comparison sneaks in and steals your confidence 
  • The concept of "Successful Mom Criteria"—and how to create yours 
  • Real-life examples of what success as a mom can actually look like 
  • Questions to help you clarify your values and ditch the guilt for good

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]]>In this week’s episode of the podcast, we’re getting real about all the pressure working moms feel to go over the top for their kids - from leprechaun traps and Valentine’s treats to Pinterest-worthy birthday mornings, I’m calling out the comparison trap we fall into thanks to social media and well-meaning traditions, and walking you through how to redefine what success means for you as a mom. 

This episode will inspire you to ditch the guilt, stop "should-ing" on yourself, and instead create your own "Successful Mom Criteria" that actually aligns with your values. Trust me, this is one you'll want to listen to if you've ever felt like you're failing for not doing enough. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Why holiday traditions don’t define your worth as a mom 
  • How comparison sneaks in and steals your confidence 
  • The concept of "Successful Mom Criteria"—and how to create yours 
  • Real-life examples of what success as a mom can actually look like 
  • Questions to help you clarify your values and ditch the guilt for good

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]]>04552e58-1d77-442b-8d5e-9bc17a1e475eMon, 31 Mar 2025 03:00:00 -070021:05falsefull2142145 myths that make work-life balance feel impossible5 myths that make work-life balance feel impossibleIn this week’s episode, we’re tackling the 5 biggest myths about work-life balance that are keeping you stuck in stress and overwhelm. You might think you need more time, that you should be able to handle everything on your own, or that your situation is just different—but these beliefs are exactly what’s holding you back. I’ll walk you through these myths, why they feel so real, and how to break free from them to create a life that actually feels balanced. You ready? Let’s get to it! 

Topics in this episode:

  • The #1 myth keeping you stuck in burnout (hint: it’s about time!) 
  • Why believing you should do it all on your own is setting you up to fail 
  • The lie that your circumstances are "too different" to find balance 
  • How waiting for a "better season" is actually making things worse 
  • The sneaky way "I don’t know" keeps you from real change

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]]>In this week’s episode, we’re tackling the 5 biggest myths about work-life balance that are keeping you stuck in stress and overwhelm. You might think you need more time, that you should be able to handle everything on your own, or that your situation is just different—but these beliefs are exactly what’s holding you back. I’ll walk you through these myths, why they feel so real, and how to break free from them to create a life that actually feels balanced. You ready? Let’s get to it! 

Topics in this episode:

  • The #1 myth keeping you stuck in burnout (hint: it’s about time!) 
  • Why believing you should do it all on your own is setting you up to fail 
  • The lie that your circumstances are "too different" to find balance 
  • How waiting for a "better season" is actually making things worse 
  • The sneaky way "I don’t know" keeps you from real change

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]]>c2fe1588-f66b-48ea-a739-7c5dc1b284e5Mon, 24 Mar 2025 03:00:00 -070023:55falsefull213213Afraid to Change? Why Your Internal Dialogue is Holding You BackAfraid to Change? Why Your Internal Dialogue is Holding You BackToday we're tackling something that so many of us struggle with - negative self-talk. You might think that inner critic has been the key to your success, pushing you to achieve, get things done, and stay on top of everything. 

But here’s the truth: it’s also holding you back.

If you’ve ever feared that letting go of self-criticism would make you lazy or complacent, this episode is for you. I’ll show you why your success has never depended on negativity and give you 5 powerful alternatives to help you stay motivated, productive, and most importantly, happy. Ready to make the shift? Let’s get to it.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Self-criticism isn’t the secret to success 
  • Negative self-talk is holding you back 
  • You can be successful and happy 
  • Five better ways to stay motivated 
  • A simple shift to feel more confident

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]]>Today we're tackling something that so many of us struggle with - negative self-talk. You might think that inner critic has been the key to your success, pushing you to achieve, get things done, and stay on top of everything. 

But here’s the truth: it’s also holding you back.

If you’ve ever feared that letting go of self-criticism would make you lazy or complacent, this episode is for you. I’ll show you why your success has never depended on negativity and give you 5 powerful alternatives to help you stay motivated, productive, and most importantly, happy. Ready to make the shift? Let’s get to it.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Self-criticism isn’t the secret to success 
  • Negative self-talk is holding you back 
  • You can be successful and happy 
  • Five better ways to stay motivated 
  • A simple shift to feel more confident

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]]>b7233811-a8a4-4dc5-9acb-f96248872d45Mon, 17 Mar 2025 03:00:00 -070028:08falsefull212212The flashlight effect: how to break free of negative mindset loopsThe flashlight effect: how to break free of negative mindset loopsFollow the show: 

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In this week's episode of the podcast, I’m sharing a game-changing tool to break free from negative mindset loops that keep you stressed, overwhelmed, and stuck in the “not enough” cycle. It’s called the Flashlight-Floodlight Effect, and it will shift how you see yourself, your work, and your life. I’m walking you through 3 real-life examples so you can apply this right away. If you’re tired of feeling like you’re always behind, this episode is for you.  

Topics in this episode:

  • How your brain traps you in stress and guilt 
  • Why shifting perspective changes everything 
  • Breaking free from burnout and overworking 
  • Setting boundaries without guilt 
  • A mindset challenge to try this week 

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]]>Follow the show: 

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In this week's episode of the podcast, I’m sharing a game-changing tool to break free from negative mindset loops that keep you stressed, overwhelmed, and stuck in the “not enough” cycle. It’s called the Flashlight-Floodlight Effect, and it will shift how you see yourself, your work, and your life. I’m walking you through 3 real-life examples so you can apply this right away. If you’re tired of feeling like you’re always behind, this episode is for you.  

Topics in this episode:

  • How your brain traps you in stress and guilt 
  • Why shifting perspective changes everything 
  • Breaking free from burnout and overworking 
  • Setting boundaries without guilt 
  • A mindset challenge to try this week 

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]]>0c9685a6-6d49-4117-900e-311de3586beeMon, 10 Mar 2025 03:00:00 -070018:44falsefull211211Unraveling money myth's and mindsets (with Laura Gates-Lupton)Unraveling money myth's and mindsets (with Laura Gates-Lupton)Today, we are diving deep into money, mindset, and financial freedom with life and money with coach Laura Gates-Lupton. We’re breaking apart the stories we tell ourselves about money as women—stories that make us feel trapped, insecure, and totally responsible for everything. Laura sheds light on the differences in how men and women approach money, why women carry so much guilt around it, and how we can redefine financial freedom for ourselves. If you’ve ever felt weighed down by money stress, this episode is for you! 

Topics in this episode:

  • The hidden emotional burden women carry around money (and how to release it) 
  • Why working moms struggle to feel financially "free" (even when they earn well) 
  • The unique superpower women have when it comes to managing money 
  • How to start taking yourself (and your financial future) more seriously 
  • Why you deserve to invest in yourself—without guilt or justification

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]]>Today, we are diving deep into money, mindset, and financial freedom with life and money with coach Laura Gates-Lupton. We’re breaking apart the stories we tell ourselves about money as women—stories that make us feel trapped, insecure, and totally responsible for everything. Laura sheds light on the differences in how men and women approach money, why women carry so much guilt around it, and how we can redefine financial freedom for ourselves. If you’ve ever felt weighed down by money stress, this episode is for you! 

Topics in this episode:

  • The hidden emotional burden women carry around money (and how to release it) 
  • Why working moms struggle to feel financially "free" (even when they earn well) 
  • The unique superpower women have when it comes to managing money 
  • How to start taking yourself (and your financial future) more seriously 
  • Why you deserve to invest in yourself—without guilt or justification

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]]>94c9a70e-3c1d-4b51-bc1b-18604668062bMon, 03 Mar 2025 03:00:00 -070055:30falsefull210210The CEO mindset: how to be the leader of your own lifeThe CEO mindset: how to be the leader of your own lifeIn this week's episode, we’re talking about stepping out of constant task execution mode and into CEO energy - where you take control of your time, your priorities, and your work-life balance. If you feel like you're always reacting to what’s thrown at you rather than proactively shaping your days, this episode is for you. I’ll break down exactly how to shift into CEO energy so you stop feeling overwhelmed and start feeling powerful in your decisions. Let’s get to it! 

Topics in this episode:

  • Why balancing both is key to sustainable work-life balance. 
  • How CEOs think long-term and make decisions proactively. 
  • Start and end your workday to set the tone for success. 
  • How my clients have shifted into CEO energy to reclaim time and confidence. 
  • Techniques to stop reacting and start making intentional, empowered choices. 

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]]>In this week's episode, we’re talking about stepping out of constant task execution mode and into CEO energy - where you take control of your time, your priorities, and your work-life balance. If you feel like you're always reacting to what’s thrown at you rather than proactively shaping your days, this episode is for you. I’ll break down exactly how to shift into CEO energy so you stop feeling overwhelmed and start feeling powerful in your decisions. Let’s get to it! 

Topics in this episode:

  • Why balancing both is key to sustainable work-life balance. 
  • How CEOs think long-term and make decisions proactively. 
  • Start and end your workday to set the tone for success. 
  • How my clients have shifted into CEO energy to reclaim time and confidence. 
  • Techniques to stop reacting and start making intentional, empowered choices. 

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]]>8e34253b-17df-4784-9fc8-bca558b0dc28Mon, 24 Feb 2025 03:00:00 -070028:05falsefull209209Feel Good in Your Body (with Laura Conley)Feel Good in Your Body (with Laura Conley)I have a super exciting episode for you today working moms. I’m diving into a powerful and much-needed conversation with fellow coach and friend, Laura Conley, who helps moms lose weight for the last time - without dieting, calorie counting, or excessive workouts. 

We’re not just talking about how to fit health into your busy life, but more importantly, what it takes to feel good in your body. 

If you've ever had a running mental dialogue about your weight, what you're eating, or how your clothes fit, this episode is for you. We’re unpacking the mindset, the body connection, and the real reasons behind your health goals - so you can break free from diet drama and finally feel amazing. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this one! 

Topics in this episode:

  • The exhausting mental chatter around food, weight, and body image 
  • Why feeling good in your body is key to creating a balanced life 
  • How to actually listen to your body and trust its wisdom 
  • Why restriction isn’t the enemy—but how to do it in a way that works 
  • Practical ways to start feeling good in your body today 

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]]>I have a super exciting episode for you today working moms. I’m diving into a powerful and much-needed conversation with fellow coach and friend, Laura Conley, who helps moms lose weight for the last time - without dieting, calorie counting, or excessive workouts. 

We’re not just talking about how to fit health into your busy life, but more importantly, what it takes to feel good in your body. 

If you've ever had a running mental dialogue about your weight, what you're eating, or how your clothes fit, this episode is for you. We’re unpacking the mindset, the body connection, and the real reasons behind your health goals - so you can break free from diet drama and finally feel amazing. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this one! 

Topics in this episode:

  • The exhausting mental chatter around food, weight, and body image 
  • Why feeling good in your body is key to creating a balanced life 
  • How to actually listen to your body and trust its wisdom 
  • Why restriction isn’t the enemy—but how to do it in a way that works 
  • Practical ways to start feeling good in your body today 

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]]>50cf7806-27db-4409-88e2-20e404d44b55Mon, 17 Feb 2025 03:00:00 -070035:02falsefull208208Work-Life Balance: Here’s How You’ll Know You’ve ArrivedWork-Life Balance: Here’s How You’ll Know You’ve ArrivedToday, I'm tackling one of the most common questions I get asked: How do you know when you've arrived at work-life balance?

To answer this, I went straight to the experts - my current cohort of Ambitious & Balanced. These incredible women have spent the last 3 months deeply focused on creating a life that feels balanced, and their insights completely blew me away.

We’re diving into both the internal and external signs that show you’ve actually made it, and trust me, their answers will shift the way you think about balance forever. If you’ve ever wondered whether work-life balance is even possible for you, you won’t want to miss this episode!  

Topics in this episode:

  • The biggest myth about “arriving” at work-life balance 
  • The internal evidence of balance 
  • The external signs that you’re prioritizing the right things 
  • Why changing jobs isn’t the answer to better balance

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]]>Today, I'm tackling one of the most common questions I get asked: How do you know when you've arrived at work-life balance?

To answer this, I went straight to the experts - my current cohort of Ambitious & Balanced. These incredible women have spent the last 3 months deeply focused on creating a life that feels balanced, and their insights completely blew me away.

We’re diving into both the internal and external signs that show you’ve actually made it, and trust me, their answers will shift the way you think about balance forever. If you’ve ever wondered whether work-life balance is even possible for you, you won’t want to miss this episode!  

Topics in this episode:

  • The biggest myth about “arriving” at work-life balance 
  • The internal evidence of balance 
  • The external signs that you’re prioritizing the right things 
  • Why changing jobs isn’t the answer to better balance

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]]>8dbacd10-505c-4210-ad14-20be3941ee7eMon, 10 Feb 2025 03:00:00 -070022:29falsefull207207Do I Need to Scale Back My Career to Find Balance?Do I Need to Scale Back My Career to Find Balance?Today, I'm tackling a question so many of us have asked: Should I pull back in my career? I dive into the systemic pressures that make moms feel like they should step back, the internal conflicts that come with it, and why simply cutting hours or quitting doesn’t always lead to balance and happiness. Plus, I’ll share key insights to help you answer this question for yourself and practical steps to create a life where you don’t have to choose between ambition and family. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Why moms struggle with the pull-back question 
  • The hidden risks of stepping back in your career (and why it doesn’t always bring balance) 
  • How your ambition can actually work for you, not against you 
  • The real solution to feeling balanced and in control of your time 
  • The fastest way to create sustainable work-life balance, without sacrificing success

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]]>Today, I'm tackling a question so many of us have asked: Should I pull back in my career? I dive into the systemic pressures that make moms feel like they should step back, the internal conflicts that come with it, and why simply cutting hours or quitting doesn’t always lead to balance and happiness. Plus, I’ll share key insights to help you answer this question for yourself and practical steps to create a life where you don’t have to choose between ambition and family. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Why moms struggle with the pull-back question 
  • The hidden risks of stepping back in your career (and why it doesn’t always bring balance) 
  • How your ambition can actually work for you, not against you 
  • The real solution to feeling balanced and in control of your time 
  • The fastest way to create sustainable work-life balance, without sacrificing success

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]]>9e9611aa-c935-4e61-a9bf-2c8e67d3b139Mon, 03 Feb 2025 03:00:00 -070025:24falsefull206206Why being intentional isn’t enough: The fastest way to achieve work-life balanceWhy being intentional isn’t enough: The fastest way to achieve work-life balanceIn this week's episode, I’m diving into why all the books, tools, and tips you’ve collected on work-life balance haven’t quite clicked yet - and the missing link that will change everything. You’ll hear real stories of working moms who’ve gone from burnout and regret to feeling calm, confident, and fully present in their lives. If you’re tired of wishing for balance and ready to actually experience it, this episode is for you. Let’s make 2025 the year you master work-life balance once and for all!  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why intentionality isn’t enough to achieve work-life balance 
  • The power of "guided intentionality" to fast-track your goals 
  • Real-life stories of working moms transforming burnout into balance 
  • How the Ambitious and Balanced program can guide your journey 
  • Actionable strategies to create sustainable change starting now  

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Topics in this episode:

  • Why intentionality isn’t enough to achieve work-life balance 
  • The power of "guided intentionality" to fast-track your goals 
  • Real-life stories of working moms transforming burnout into balance 
  • How the Ambitious and Balanced program can guide your journey 
  • Actionable strategies to create sustainable change starting now  

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]]>2c044978-1745-484f-99dd-3e299394d9e4Mon, 27 Jan 2025 03:00:00 -070025:44falsefull205205The Power of Positive Self-Talk + 5 beliefs for 2025The Power of Positive Self-Talk + 5 beliefs for 2025In this week's episode of the podcast, we’re diving into one of the most transformative concepts for ambitious working moms - how the thoughts you think about yourself impact your ability to feel balanced and in control.

I’ll share 5 powerful self-concepts to cultivate in 2025 that will elevate your confidence, reduce guilt, and help you align your internal dialogue with the amazing life you’re building.

Plus, I’ll give you practical tips for practicing these empowering thoughts daily. Whether you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt, people-pleasing, or feeling like you’re not enough, this episode is a must-listen.  

Topics in this episode:

  • The connection between self-concept and achieving true work-life balance. 
  • 5 empowering self-concepts to embrace for a fulfilling life. 
  • Daily practices to build confidence and reduce negative self-talk. 
  • How to align your internal beliefs with your external accomplishments. 
  • Why practicing intentional thoughts can change how you feel about yourself. 

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]]>In this week's episode of the podcast, we’re diving into one of the most transformative concepts for ambitious working moms - how the thoughts you think about yourself impact your ability to feel balanced and in control.

I’ll share 5 powerful self-concepts to cultivate in 2025 that will elevate your confidence, reduce guilt, and help you align your internal dialogue with the amazing life you’re building.

Plus, I’ll give you practical tips for practicing these empowering thoughts daily. Whether you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt, people-pleasing, or feeling like you’re not enough, this episode is a must-listen.  

Topics in this episode:

  • The connection between self-concept and achieving true work-life balance. 
  • 5 empowering self-concepts to embrace for a fulfilling life. 
  • Daily practices to build confidence and reduce negative self-talk. 
  • How to align your internal beliefs with your external accomplishments. 
  • Why practicing intentional thoughts can change how you feel about yourself. 

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]]>ab2195b0-55d5-4a93-847c-35e82c2c1ec0Mon, 20 Jan 2025 03:00:00 -070026:29falsefull204204Why Vision Casting Always Wins Over Goal SettingWhy Vision Casting Always Wins Over Goal SettingToday on the podcast, we're talking about the difference between your goals and having a vision behind your goals. I'm going to offer you 4 ways to reframe your goals into a vision and then offer some questions to help you do that on your own.

If you've been someone that has struggled with goal setting in the past, maybe you set goals, but your motivation on them wanes after just a couple of weeks, maybe you like the idea of goal setting or New Year's resolutions, but it just is hard for you to actually keep them - then this is your podcast. 

Topics in this episode:

  • The key difference between goals and vision - and why it matters. 
  • How to turn fleeting goals into a lasting, motivating vision. 
  • Four reflective questions to align your goals with your purpose. 
  • Reframing common goals like health, parenting, and work-life balance. 
  • The story and intentional process behind my word of the year, "Elevate." 

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]]>Today on the podcast, we're talking about the difference between your goals and having a vision behind your goals. I'm going to offer you 4 ways to reframe your goals into a vision and then offer some questions to help you do that on your own.

If you've been someone that has struggled with goal setting in the past, maybe you set goals, but your motivation on them wanes after just a couple of weeks, maybe you like the idea of goal setting or New Year's resolutions, but it just is hard for you to actually keep them - then this is your podcast. 

Topics in this episode:

  • The key difference between goals and vision - and why it matters. 
  • How to turn fleeting goals into a lasting, motivating vision. 
  • Four reflective questions to align your goals with your purpose. 
  • Reframing common goals like health, parenting, and work-life balance. 
  • The story and intentional process behind my word of the year, "Elevate." 

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]]>c02e8b78-9133-4a24-9805-1d7add8b496fMon, 13 Jan 2025 03:00:00 -070020:20falsefull203203Pursue a meaningful life in 2025 (not just a happy one)Pursue a meaningful life in 2025 (not just a happy one)In this week’s episode of the podcast, we’re kicking off the year by exploring the difference between happiness and meaningfulness, and why for ambitious working moms like us, happiness alone just isn’t enough.

We’ll dive into why so many of us feel stuck despite having it all, how to define what a meaningful life really looks like, and the three actionable steps you can take to pursue lasting impact and joy. Trust me, this episode is the perfect inspiration to start 2025 with purpose and clarity. You don’t want to miss it!  

Topics in this episode:

  • The critical difference between happiness and meaningfulness. 
  • Why ambitious moms often feel stuck despite achieving "success." 
  • How to define your meaningful life and set a vision for 2025. 
  • The role of trade-offs in creating a purposeful, impactful life. 
  • Three steps to align your career and life with your bigger goals. 

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]]>In this week’s episode of the podcast, we’re kicking off the year by exploring the difference between happiness and meaningfulness, and why for ambitious working moms like us, happiness alone just isn’t enough.

We’ll dive into why so many of us feel stuck despite having it all, how to define what a meaningful life really looks like, and the three actionable steps you can take to pursue lasting impact and joy. Trust me, this episode is the perfect inspiration to start 2025 with purpose and clarity. You don’t want to miss it!  

Topics in this episode:

  • The critical difference between happiness and meaningfulness. 
  • Why ambitious moms often feel stuck despite achieving "success." 
  • How to define your meaningful life and set a vision for 2025. 
  • The role of trade-offs in creating a purposeful, impactful life. 
  • Three steps to align your career and life with your bigger goals. 

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]]>157dce75-5cde-4cdf-b976-571ab5ca6c9fMon, 06 Jan 2025 03:00:00 -070025:14falsefull202202Time management is not the problem (rebroadcast)Time management is not the problem (rebroadcast)Many working moms believe that mastering time management is the secret to achieving work-life balance thinking that if you could just do more in less time, the stress and overwhelm would disappear.

But here’s the truth: work-life balance isn’t a time management problem. In today’s episode, we’ll unpack why that is and explore 3 powerful alternatives to redefine balance in your life. Plus, I’ll guide you through the first step for each, so you can take actionable steps toward feeling more aligned and in control. Let’s get to it!

Topics in this episode:

  • 3 alternatives to the time management problem 
  • Why getting more done does not actually create balance 
  • Why time management is the LAST thing you need to learn when creating work-life balance 
  • Upholding boundaries is actually an emotion issue 
  • The importance of believing in yourself, when creating balance 
  • 3 specific first steps you can take today toward better balance 

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]]>Many working moms believe that mastering time management is the secret to achieving work-life balance thinking that if you could just do more in less time, the stress and overwhelm would disappear.

But here’s the truth: work-life balance isn’t a time management problem. In today’s episode, we’ll unpack why that is and explore 3 powerful alternatives to redefine balance in your life. Plus, I’ll guide you through the first step for each, so you can take actionable steps toward feeling more aligned and in control. Let’s get to it!

Topics in this episode:

  • 3 alternatives to the time management problem 
  • Why getting more done does not actually create balance 
  • Why time management is the LAST thing you need to learn when creating work-life balance 
  • Upholding boundaries is actually an emotion issue 
  • The importance of believing in yourself, when creating balance 
  • 3 specific first steps you can take today toward better balance 

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]]>f5e9e61f-1263-4da5-9e94-e107285df171Mon, 30 Dec 2024 03:00:00 -070021:51falsefull201201Why you should believe in magicWhy you should believe in magicWe’re celebrating our 200th episode!! And it’s all about magic. Not the fairy-tale kind, but the magic of believing in yourself, trusting the process, and taking bold steps even when the path isn’t perfectly clear.

I am sharing inspiring stories of working moms who embraced the unknown and unlocked incredible results in their lives. You’ll leave this episode feeling empowered to create a little magic in your own journey. Ready? Let’s get to it! 

Topics in this episode:

  • Why believing in magic is crucial for achieving work-life balance. 
  • Inspiring success stories of moms who trusted the process. 
  • How shifting your mindset can spark magical changes in your relationships and career. 
  • Practical steps to cultivate magic: letting go of control and focusing on what you can change. 
  • The ripple effect of personal growth on your family and community.  

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]]>We’re celebrating our 200th episode!! And it’s all about magic. Not the fairy-tale kind, but the magic of believing in yourself, trusting the process, and taking bold steps even when the path isn’t perfectly clear.

I am sharing inspiring stories of working moms who embraced the unknown and unlocked incredible results in their lives. You’ll leave this episode feeling empowered to create a little magic in your own journey. Ready? Let’s get to it! 

Topics in this episode:

  • Why believing in magic is crucial for achieving work-life balance. 
  • Inspiring success stories of moms who trusted the process. 
  • How shifting your mindset can spark magical changes in your relationships and career. 
  • Practical steps to cultivate magic: letting go of control and focusing on what you can change. 
  • The ripple effect of personal growth on your family and community.  

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]]>d3e977d5-36b6-4e16-93f1-339131802313Mon, 23 Dec 2024 03:00:00 -070032:18falsefull200200Presence over presents: the secret to joy during the holidaysPresence over presents: the secret to joy during the holidaysIn this week’s episode, I’m diving into the secret to experiencing joy during the holidays: being truly present.

If you’re tired of rushing through the season, juggling endless to-do lists, and feeling like you need a vacation from your vacation, this episode is for you. I’ll share a powerful way to think about presence, practical tips to calm your mind, and how to finally enjoy the magic of the holidays without the stress.  

Tune in to discover how to align your mind and body, so you can create meaningful, joyful moments this season and beyond!  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why presence is the key to holiday joy 
  • The connection between joy and a focused mind 
  • Practical strategies to manage mental distractions 
  • How to stop multitasking and be fully engaged 
  • Building the habit of choosing joy daily  

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]]>In this week’s episode, I’m diving into the secret to experiencing joy during the holidays: being truly present.

If you’re tired of rushing through the season, juggling endless to-do lists, and feeling like you need a vacation from your vacation, this episode is for you. I’ll share a powerful way to think about presence, practical tips to calm your mind, and how to finally enjoy the magic of the holidays without the stress.  

Tune in to discover how to align your mind and body, so you can create meaningful, joyful moments this season and beyond!  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why presence is the key to holiday joy 
  • The connection between joy and a focused mind 
  • Practical strategies to manage mental distractions 
  • How to stop multitasking and be fully engaged 
  • Building the habit of choosing joy daily  

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]]>7e631f5c-6e1d-4851-8505-9a7d44898ba1Mon, 16 Dec 2024 03:00:00 -070026:26falsefull199199Balancing life through the holiday hustleBalancing life through the holiday hustleIn this week's episode of the podcast, we’re diving into the ultimate holiday dilemma: how to have it all - the magic, the joy and the rest, without the stress and burnout.  

I’ll share the secret to creating a holiday season you’ll actually look back on with pride and happiness, plus actionable tips to prioritize what matters most, let go of the rest, and stay connected to what you truly want this season. If you’re craving a holiday filled with joy, presence, and balance, you won’t want to miss this episode! 

Topics in this episode: 

  • Why you’re actually chasing feelings, not tasks. 
  • Envisioning a stress-free, magical holiday season. 
  • Choosing your must-haves and letting the rest go. 
  • How to prioritize downtime for joy and connection. 
  • Empowering beliefs to support a holiday full of presence and peace. 

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]]>In this week's episode of the podcast, we’re diving into the ultimate holiday dilemma: how to have it all - the magic, the joy and the rest, without the stress and burnout.  

I’ll share the secret to creating a holiday season you’ll actually look back on with pride and happiness, plus actionable tips to prioritize what matters most, let go of the rest, and stay connected to what you truly want this season. If you’re craving a holiday filled with joy, presence, and balance, you won’t want to miss this episode! 

Topics in this episode: 

  • Why you’re actually chasing feelings, not tasks. 
  • Envisioning a stress-free, magical holiday season. 
  • Choosing your must-haves and letting the rest go. 
  • How to prioritize downtime for joy and connection. 
  • Empowering beliefs to support a holiday full of presence and peace. 

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]]>72f98e32-809a-47af-bc58-aca3b90d1f86Mon, 09 Dec 2024 03:00:00 -070026:54falsefull198198Breaking the seven-year itch and rekindling joyBreaking the seven-year itch and rekindling joyIn this week's episode of the podcast, we're diving into the "seven-year itch," but not in the way you're thinking. It's not about your marriage—it's about your life. You know that phase where things feel a bit stale and rinse-and-repeat? I’ve been there, and so have many of my clients. 

I’m sharing the 5 key areas of life to focus on so you can fall in love with your life again—without making drastic changes. Ready to wake up excited about your day? This is your episode.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Find joy and purpose at work. 
  • Reconnect with the joys of parenting. 
  • Rekindle love and teamwork with your partner. 
  • See the difference you make daily. 
  • Embrace your worth and uniqueness. 

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]]>In this week's episode of the podcast, we're diving into the "seven-year itch," but not in the way you're thinking. It's not about your marriage—it's about your life. You know that phase where things feel a bit stale and rinse-and-repeat? I’ve been there, and so have many of my clients. 

I’m sharing the 5 key areas of life to focus on so you can fall in love with your life again—without making drastic changes. Ready to wake up excited about your day? This is your episode.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Find joy and purpose at work. 
  • Reconnect with the joys of parenting. 
  • Rekindle love and teamwork with your partner. 
  • See the difference you make daily. 
  • Embrace your worth and uniqueness. 

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]]>73801c1e-73dc-44b8-ab34-058014cb71c1Mon, 02 Dec 2024 03:00:00 -070033:52falsefull197197Leaning into your career while balancing life (with Ali Kauffman and Katie Schetzsle)Leaning into your career while balancing life (with Ali Kauffman and Katie Schetzsle)In this week's episode of the podcast, I’m thrilled to share an insightful conversation with not 1, but 2 amazing clients, Katie and Ali, who navigated the highs and lows of balancing thriving careers with motherhood.

They talk candidly about breaking free from the guilt of “never doing enough,” embracing their emotions to reclaim focus, and how coaching reshaped their confidence in ways they didn’t expect. 

Whether you're striving to lean into your career, redefine success, or find harmony in the chaos of life as an ambitious working mom, this chat is packed with relatable stories and practical tools. You don’t want to miss this empowering episode - let’s get to it! 

Topics in this episode:

  • Overcoming Self-Doubt 
  • Strategies to build unshakable confidence. 
  • Embracing Emotions 
  • Balancing Career & Family 
  • Practical Tools for Mindset Shifts 
  • The Power of Identity: Discovering who you are beyond work 

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]]>In this week's episode of the podcast, I’m thrilled to share an insightful conversation with not 1, but 2 amazing clients, Katie and Ali, who navigated the highs and lows of balancing thriving careers with motherhood.

They talk candidly about breaking free from the guilt of “never doing enough,” embracing their emotions to reclaim focus, and how coaching reshaped their confidence in ways they didn’t expect. 

Whether you're striving to lean into your career, redefine success, or find harmony in the chaos of life as an ambitious working mom, this chat is packed with relatable stories and practical tools. You don’t want to miss this empowering episode - let’s get to it! 

Topics in this episode:

  • Overcoming Self-Doubt 
  • Strategies to build unshakable confidence. 
  • Embracing Emotions 
  • Balancing Career & Family 
  • Practical Tools for Mindset Shifts 
  • The Power of Identity: Discovering who you are beyond work 

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]]>d48d47b0-3a93-44ff-8fcb-da93f9d03559Mon, 25 Nov 2024 03:00:00 -070059:00falsefull196196Lost in motherhood? How to reclaim your purpose and presenceLost in motherhood? How to reclaim your purpose and presenceIn this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m diving into a topic so many ambitious women wrestle with but rarely talk about—the motherhood identity crisis. Becoming a mom can flip your world upside down, leaving you questioning who you are, what you want, and if the career you’ve worked so hard for still aligns with the life you want to lead.

I’m sharing my own experience of feeling lost after having kids, stories from my clients, and the transformative results they’ve achieved by navigating this identity shift with intention.

If you’ve ever felt torn between your goals and your family, or like you’re failing at everything despite giving it your all, this episode is for you. Let’s explore how to regain your sense of purpose, calm your mind, and reclaim your power to make life feel intentional again. You don’t want to miss this one!

Topics in this episode: 

  • The motherhood identity crisis and its impact. 
  • Personal stories of transformation. 
  • Finding purpose in your career. 
  • Quieting the mental chaos. 
  • Building a balanced, intentional life. 

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]]>In this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m diving into a topic so many ambitious women wrestle with but rarely talk about—the motherhood identity crisis. Becoming a mom can flip your world upside down, leaving you questioning who you are, what you want, and if the career you’ve worked so hard for still aligns with the life you want to lead.

I’m sharing my own experience of feeling lost after having kids, stories from my clients, and the transformative results they’ve achieved by navigating this identity shift with intention.

If you’ve ever felt torn between your goals and your family, or like you’re failing at everything despite giving it your all, this episode is for you. Let’s explore how to regain your sense of purpose, calm your mind, and reclaim your power to make life feel intentional again. You don’t want to miss this one!

Topics in this episode: 

  • The motherhood identity crisis and its impact. 
  • Personal stories of transformation. 
  • Finding purpose in your career. 
  • Quieting the mental chaos. 
  • Building a balanced, intentional life. 

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]]>2cbb7c75-c559-4c8e-879c-2fad76229175Mon, 18 Nov 2024 03:00:00 -070028:04falsefull195195Recreating a playbook for balance and joy: navigating motherhood and career success (with Stefanie)Recreating a playbook for balance and joy: navigating motherhood and career success (with Stefanie)Follow the show: 

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Everywhere else 

 

In this week's episode, I sit down with my client Stephanie, who shares her journey of reclaiming joy and balance amid the chaos of motherhood and career growth. 

Stephanie talks about navigating a promotion and raising two kids through the pandemic, and how she worked to rediscover herself and create a personal "playbook" for living on her terms.  

If you've ever felt lost in the demands of motherhood or career, this episode is packed with Stephanie's insights on balancing both worlds, letting go of guilt, and embracing a life that aligns with what truly matters.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Rediscovering self and joy amid motherhood and career demands 
  • Creating a new life plan with confidence 
  • Navigating the pressures of career growth and family life 
  • Breaking free from subtle negative self-talk and guilt 
  • Embracing values-based decisions to feel balanced and fulfilled 

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]]>Follow the show: 

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Everywhere else 

 

In this week's episode, I sit down with my client Stephanie, who shares her journey of reclaiming joy and balance amid the chaos of motherhood and career growth. 

Stephanie talks about navigating a promotion and raising two kids through the pandemic, and how she worked to rediscover herself and create a personal "playbook" for living on her terms.  

If you've ever felt lost in the demands of motherhood or career, this episode is packed with Stephanie's insights on balancing both worlds, letting go of guilt, and embracing a life that aligns with what truly matters.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Rediscovering self and joy amid motherhood and career demands 
  • Creating a new life plan with confidence 
  • Navigating the pressures of career growth and family life 
  • Breaking free from subtle negative self-talk and guilt 
  • Embracing values-based decisions to feel balanced and fulfilled 

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]]>d472fb77-9e64-4a34-8d4e-76a7407fd8e0Mon, 11 Nov 2024 03:00:00 -070040:18falsefull194194Two years later: the coaching lessons that stuck (with Kelly Luttinen)Two years later: the coaching lessons that stuck (with Kelly Luttinen)In this week’s episode, I chat with Kelly, a former client who shares how coaching helped her stop compartmentalizing emotions, find balance, and become a stronger leader. She reveals her favorite tool, “Thought Adoption,” which shifted her mindset and gave her confidence in both work and motherhood. If you’re curious about the lasting impact of coaching, this episode is for you!  

Topics in this episode:

  • Harmonizing emotions between work and home 
  • “Thought Adoption” tool for building intentional mindsets 
  • Importance of defining your values 
  • Managing career growth alongside motherhood 
  • Self-talk and reframing techniques to boost confidence and resilience 

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]]>In this week’s episode, I chat with Kelly, a former client who shares how coaching helped her stop compartmentalizing emotions, find balance, and become a stronger leader. She reveals her favorite tool, “Thought Adoption,” which shifted her mindset and gave her confidence in both work and motherhood. If you’re curious about the lasting impact of coaching, this episode is for you!  

Topics in this episode:

  • Harmonizing emotions between work and home 
  • “Thought Adoption” tool for building intentional mindsets 
  • Importance of defining your values 
  • Managing career growth alongside motherhood 
  • Self-talk and reframing techniques to boost confidence and resilience 

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]]>4dba4661-6265-4e39-94a8-e8d39ac84343Mon, 04 Nov 2024 03:00:00 -070049:35falsefull193193Career vs. motherhood - who will win?Career vs. motherhood - who will win?In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm tackling the real, unfiltered challenges that ambitious working moms face at the crossroads of career and family. 

I share surprising stats and heartfelt client stories that might feel all too familiar, plus practical, real-life strategies you can actually use to manage both worlds.  

From navigating the “mom identity crisis” to building confidence and staying on track with your goals, this episode has everything you need to feel empowered and clear on your path forward. Trust me, you won’t want to miss it!  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why motherhood can feel like a career crossroads. 
  • Real stories from moms navigating the balancing act. 
  • The “motherhood identity crisis” and how to find your true north. 
  • Powerful daily exercises to build resilience and confidence. 
  • The importance of strategic support to reach career goals while prioritizing family.  

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]]>In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm tackling the real, unfiltered challenges that ambitious working moms face at the crossroads of career and family. 

I share surprising stats and heartfelt client stories that might feel all too familiar, plus practical, real-life strategies you can actually use to manage both worlds.  

From navigating the “mom identity crisis” to building confidence and staying on track with your goals, this episode has everything you need to feel empowered and clear on your path forward. Trust me, you won’t want to miss it!  

Topics in this episode:

  • Why motherhood can feel like a career crossroads. 
  • Real stories from moms navigating the balancing act. 
  • The “motherhood identity crisis” and how to find your true north. 
  • Powerful daily exercises to build resilience and confidence. 
  • The importance of strategic support to reach career goals while prioritizing family.  

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]]>598000cb-69eb-4b11-bbba-e6a4f242c33fMon, 28 Oct 2024 03:00:00 -070027:39falsefull1921925 must-have mindsets that create balance (rebroadcast)5 must-have mindsets that create balance (rebroadcast)On the podcast today, I am rebroadcasting this really important episode - 5 must-have mindsets if you want to create a life that feels balanced because a life a life that feels balanced starts in your mind. 

We like to think that if we just control how much we work or when we check email, that magically we will feel more present and content, but in reality, our mindset is the first thing that needs to change. 

These 5 simple mindsets are what will allow you to actually shut down your work-brain with your computer, to be present and focused when you are with your family and they will allow you to schedule in time for just YOU.

Topics in this episode:

  • What is balance? A feeling. 
  • 5 mindsets that allow for a balanced life and why they work.
  • A balanced life centers around YOU. When you feel good about yourself, you unlock the ability to create balance. 
  • The tension between wanting something to be different and feeling satisfied with what is.
  • The importance of being willing to feel any emotion when it comes to feeling balanced. 

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]]>On the podcast today, I am rebroadcasting this really important episode - 5 must-have mindsets if you want to create a life that feels balanced because a life a life that feels balanced starts in your mind. 

We like to think that if we just control how much we work or when we check email, that magically we will feel more present and content, but in reality, our mindset is the first thing that needs to change. 

These 5 simple mindsets are what will allow you to actually shut down your work-brain with your computer, to be present and focused when you are with your family and they will allow you to schedule in time for just YOU.

Topics in this episode:

  • What is balance? A feeling. 
  • 5 mindsets that allow for a balanced life and why they work.
  • A balanced life centers around YOU. When you feel good about yourself, you unlock the ability to create balance. 
  • The tension between wanting something to be different and feeling satisfied with what is.
  • The importance of being willing to feel any emotion when it comes to feeling balanced. 

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]]>be5cfa23-444d-430d-85f0-bd0f1d72b0f0Mon, 21 Oct 2024 03:00:00 -070024:45falsefull191191Toxic ties: breaking free from your inner criticToxic ties: breaking free from your inner criticDid you ever have a best friend that was in a relationship you didn't think was good for her? Maybe they were controlling or needy, but for whatever reason, your friend stayed in the relationship?

Today on the podcast, we're going to talk about toxic relationships. No, this isn't about your friends relationships, or romantic relationships, or even friendships. It's about the toxic relationship you might have with yourself.

In this episode, I'm walking you through 4 types of toxic relationships that are likely holding you back from living an ambitious and balanced life. I'm describing them in detail and then walking you through the three requirements to severing ties with these toxic alter egos. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Toxic relationships with your work self and how they hold you back. 
  • 4 common toxic work patterns that drain your energy. 
  • How these toxic dynamics create stress and imbalance in your life. 
  • Powerful strategies to build self-confidence, clarity, and resilience. 

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Today on the podcast, we're going to talk about toxic relationships. No, this isn't about your friends relationships, or romantic relationships, or even friendships. It's about the toxic relationship you might have with yourself.

In this episode, I'm walking you through 4 types of toxic relationships that are likely holding you back from living an ambitious and balanced life. I'm describing them in detail and then walking you through the three requirements to severing ties with these toxic alter egos. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Toxic relationships with your work self and how they hold you back. 
  • 4 common toxic work patterns that drain your energy. 
  • How these toxic dynamics create stress and imbalance in your life. 
  • Powerful strategies to build self-confidence, clarity, and resilience. 

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]]>b23e9097-d295-4a5b-9072-67e69a89b7a3Mon, 14 Oct 2024 03:00:00 -070019:10falsefull1901905 super simple stress-relief practices that fit in your schedule5 super simple stress-relief practices that fit in your scheduleI know that creating a balanced life can feel like a lot of work. It feels like there is so many things that need to change or need to be fixed or habits that need to form in order to truly lessen the stress and overwhelm, but what if that wasn’t true.

What if there were some super simple but immensely impactful things you could do that would take any time?

Well today on the podcast I am offering you my top 5 super simple practices that are guaranteed to lessen stress and overwhelm, but don’t actually require any time. You ready to hear them? Let’s get to it. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Simple practices to reduce stress and overwhelm without taking much time. 
  • The impact of removing your phone from the bedroom on sleep and morning calm. 
  • Visualization techniques to start the day positively and confidently. 
  • The power of self-affirmation through positive self-talk in front of a mirror. 
  • Reframing "busyness" into a "full life" for a more balanced and fulfilling perspective. 

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]]>I know that creating a balanced life can feel like a lot of work. It feels like there is so many things that need to change or need to be fixed or habits that need to form in order to truly lessen the stress and overwhelm, but what if that wasn’t true.

What if there were some super simple but immensely impactful things you could do that would take any time?

Well today on the podcast I am offering you my top 5 super simple practices that are guaranteed to lessen stress and overwhelm, but don’t actually require any time. You ready to hear them? Let’s get to it. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Simple practices to reduce stress and overwhelm without taking much time. 
  • The impact of removing your phone from the bedroom on sleep and morning calm. 
  • Visualization techniques to start the day positively and confidently. 
  • The power of self-affirmation through positive self-talk in front of a mirror. 
  • Reframing "busyness" into a "full life" for a more balanced and fulfilling perspective. 

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]]>fbe8424b-f485-4558-b1bd-b4dc1b0563c6Mon, 07 Oct 2024 03:00:00 -070026:09falsefull189189Listener question and answer - competing priorities and guiltListener question and answer - competing priorities and guiltFollow the show:

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In this week's episode of the podcast, I’m doing something totally new – I’m the one being interviewed! My colleague, Amy Capello, sat down with me to discuss one of my favorite topics: work-life balance.

We dove deep into managing competing priorities, dealing with that never-ending mom guilt, and how to shake the feeling that everyone else has it all figured out. Trust me, this interview is packed with real talk and actionable advice.

If you’ve ever struggled to balance your career ambitions with your life at home, you won’t want to miss it! Tune in for some powerful insights and tips you can apply right away. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Managing competing priorities as a working mom. 
  • Dealing with guilt and the feeling of not being enough. 
  • The myth of "having it all" and redefining balance. 
  • How to prioritize what truly matters and let go of unnecessary pressures. 
  • Daily practices to reduce stress and create a more balanced life. 

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In this week's episode of the podcast, I’m doing something totally new – I’m the one being interviewed! My colleague, Amy Capello, sat down with me to discuss one of my favorite topics: work-life balance.

We dove deep into managing competing priorities, dealing with that never-ending mom guilt, and how to shake the feeling that everyone else has it all figured out. Trust me, this interview is packed with real talk and actionable advice.

If you’ve ever struggled to balance your career ambitions with your life at home, you won’t want to miss it! Tune in for some powerful insights and tips you can apply right away. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Managing competing priorities as a working mom. 
  • Dealing with guilt and the feeling of not being enough. 
  • The myth of "having it all" and redefining balance. 
  • How to prioritize what truly matters and let go of unnecessary pressures. 
  • Daily practices to reduce stress and create a more balanced life. 

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]]>b10d0643-5609-4ada-ba23-9fe572e64a17Mon, 30 Sep 2024 03:00:00 -070045:20falsefull188188Strategic conversations: How to get your company to sponsor coachingStrategic conversations: How to get your company to sponsor coachingFollow the show:

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If you’ve been curious about how to approach your employer for sponsorship or wondering how to advocate for yourself, this week’s episode is for you. 

I’m breaking down 3 essential tips to help you confidently ask for support and pay for your coaching - even if your company doesn’t usually cover this kind of expense. Trust me, this is going to be a game-changer, both for you and your company. You won’t want to miss this one! 

Topics in this episode:

  • How to ask your company to pay for coaching. 
  • Believing in the value of coaching. 
  • Highlighting company benefits. 
  • Using stats to support your case for company investment. 
  • Empowering women to invest in work-life balance. 

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If you’ve been curious about how to approach your employer for sponsorship or wondering how to advocate for yourself, this week’s episode is for you. 

I’m breaking down 3 essential tips to help you confidently ask for support and pay for your coaching - even if your company doesn’t usually cover this kind of expense. Trust me, this is going to be a game-changer, both for you and your company. You won’t want to miss this one! 

Topics in this episode:

  • How to ask your company to pay for coaching. 
  • Believing in the value of coaching. 
  • Highlighting company benefits. 
  • Using stats to support your case for company investment. 
  • Empowering women to invest in work-life balance. 

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]]>8ec1c914-3eb2-4731-8419-cd7941fe3e17Mon, 23 Sep 2024 03:00:00 -070025:45falsefull187187How 4 Moms Stopped Overworking and Found BalanceHow 4 Moms Stopped Overworking and Found BalanceIn this week’s podcast, I’m sharing the before-and-after stories of 4 working moms who transformed their lives with the Ambitious and Balanced process. They went from overwhelmed and overworked to calm, confident, and in control. Plus, I’m revealing a powerful tool I’ve never shared before that will help you break free from overworking. You don’t want to miss this one—let’s get to it! 

Topics in this episode:

  • Real-life examples of working moms who found balance and control. 
  • 4 crucial steps to prioritize your life. 
  • Powerful new tool for breaking overworking habits. 
  • Practical tips for work-life harmony. 
  • Ambitious and Balanced program insights.  

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]]>In this week’s podcast, I’m sharing the before-and-after stories of 4 working moms who transformed their lives with the Ambitious and Balanced process. They went from overwhelmed and overworked to calm, confident, and in control. Plus, I’m revealing a powerful tool I’ve never shared before that will help you break free from overworking. You don’t want to miss this one—let’s get to it! 

Topics in this episode:

  • Real-life examples of working moms who found balance and control. 
  • 4 crucial steps to prioritize your life. 
  • Powerful new tool for breaking overworking habits. 
  • Practical tips for work-life harmony. 
  • Ambitious and Balanced program insights.  

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]]>9d223dca-bad9-4ab6-b3d6-6b80ffa9f41fMon, 16 Sep 2024 03:00:00 -070042:38falsefull186186Top 4 time management mistakesTop 4 time management mistakesIn this week's episode of the podcast, I’m diving into the four "priority thieves" that are secretly sabotaging your time and making it hard for you to truly prioritize what matters most. These sneaky time-stealers are keeping you from unplugging after work, being present with your family, and actually tackling that never-ending to-do list. I’ll break down each one and share how they’re affecting your ability to live the ambitious and balanced life you crave. Get ready for some game-changing insights—you won't want to miss this!  

Topics in this episode: 

  • The four "priority thieves" stealing your time and focus 
  • How to unplug after work and be present with family 
  • Overcoming the urge to check emails and stay online 
  • Strategies for sticking to your priorities, even when life gets hectic 
  • Tools for creating a more ambitious and balanced life  

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]]>In this week's episode of the podcast, I’m diving into the four "priority thieves" that are secretly sabotaging your time and making it hard for you to truly prioritize what matters most. These sneaky time-stealers are keeping you from unplugging after work, being present with your family, and actually tackling that never-ending to-do list. I’ll break down each one and share how they’re affecting your ability to live the ambitious and balanced life you crave. Get ready for some game-changing insights—you won't want to miss this!  

Topics in this episode: 

  • The four "priority thieves" stealing your time and focus 
  • How to unplug after work and be present with family 
  • Overcoming the urge to check emails and stay online 
  • Strategies for sticking to your priorities, even when life gets hectic 
  • Tools for creating a more ambitious and balanced life  

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]]>014b4c0b-2460-449c-8088-57fe639ad5f5Mon, 09 Sep 2024 03:00:00 -070028:28falsefull185185Say Goodbye to Overwhelm: A Step-by-Step Guide to PrioritizationSay Goodbye to Overwhelm: A Step-by-Step Guide to PrioritizationIn this week's episode of the podcast, I dive into one of the most critical skills for living an ambitious and balanced life: prioritization. I break down a simple, five-step process that will help you tackle your busy workload without feeling overwhelmed. I also share insights from a real coaching session that highlight why knowing the process isn’t enough—execution is key. If you've ever felt like you’re drowning in tasks but not making real progress, this episode is exactly what you need. Trust me, you don’t want to miss it! 

Topics in this episode: 

  • A five-step process to focus on what matters. 
  • Tips to handle your workload smoothly. 
  • How prioritization leads to success. 
  • “More time" isn’t always the solution. 
  • Simple ways to organize and get things done. 

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]]>In this week's episode of the podcast, I dive into one of the most critical skills for living an ambitious and balanced life: prioritization. I break down a simple, five-step process that will help you tackle your busy workload without feeling overwhelmed. I also share insights from a real coaching session that highlight why knowing the process isn’t enough—execution is key. If you've ever felt like you’re drowning in tasks but not making real progress, this episode is exactly what you need. Trust me, you don’t want to miss it! 

Topics in this episode: 

  • A five-step process to focus on what matters. 
  • Tips to handle your workload smoothly. 
  • How prioritization leads to success. 
  • “More time" isn’t always the solution. 
  • Simple ways to organize and get things done. 

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]]>d7f63943-a829-4474-8aea-14d5b267253eMon, 02 Sep 2024 03:00:00 -070028:39falsefull1841843 step roadmap to an ambitious and balanced life {+ exciting announcement}3 step roadmap to an ambitious and balanced life {+ exciting announcement}In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm excited to walk you through the Ambitious and Balanced process, where I break down the three key steps that are essential for creating a balanced life as a working mom.

I'll guide you through each step, revealing the exact process I'll be using in my upcoming group coaching program, Ambitious & Balanced. Plus, I’m sharing all the juicy details about this program.

So if you’ve been craving a life where you’re calm, confident, and truly in control, you won’t want to miss this episode! 

Topics in this episode:

  • Overview of the Ambitious and Balanced process. 
  • Key decisions for achieving work-life balance. 
  • Fall launch of a new group coaching program. 
  • Strategies for effective time management and prioritization. 
  • Group coaching details and ongoing support plan. 

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]]>In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm excited to walk you through the Ambitious and Balanced process, where I break down the three key steps that are essential for creating a balanced life as a working mom.

I'll guide you through each step, revealing the exact process I'll be using in my upcoming group coaching program, Ambitious & Balanced. Plus, I’m sharing all the juicy details about this program.

So if you’ve been craving a life where you’re calm, confident, and truly in control, you won’t want to miss this episode! 

Topics in this episode:

  • Overview of the Ambitious and Balanced process. 
  • Key decisions for achieving work-life balance. 
  • Fall launch of a new group coaching program. 
  • Strategies for effective time management and prioritization. 
  • Group coaching details and ongoing support plan. 

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]]>5c9bfcf2-caba-477c-84fa-3da90add4911Mon, 26 Aug 2024 03:00:00 -070036:07falsefull183183Balance foundations: How to control your mental energyBalance foundations: How to control your mental energyIn this week's episode of the podcast, I'm tackling how to regain control over your energy as a busy working mom.

We all know how exhausting it can be to juggle everything, but today, I'm sharing 2 powerful tools to help you reclaim your mental and physical energy.

This is the last step in my 3 step process, if you're tired of feeling drained and overwhelmed, you won't want to miss this episode!

Topics in this episode: 

  • Acknowledging the challenges of summer's end and the back-to-school transition. 
  • The importance of controlling your mental and physical energy for better work-life balance. 
  • A daily 10-minute practice to start your day with positive energy. 
  • Steps for an effective work-to-home transition to disconnect and recharge. 
  • Understanding and managing mental exhaustion to prevent burnout. 

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]]>In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm tackling how to regain control over your energy as a busy working mom.

We all know how exhausting it can be to juggle everything, but today, I'm sharing 2 powerful tools to help you reclaim your mental and physical energy.

This is the last step in my 3 step process, if you're tired of feeling drained and overwhelmed, you won't want to miss this episode!

Topics in this episode: 

  • Acknowledging the challenges of summer's end and the back-to-school transition. 
  • The importance of controlling your mental and physical energy for better work-life balance. 
  • A daily 10-minute practice to start your day with positive energy. 
  • Steps for an effective work-to-home transition to disconnect and recharge. 
  • Understanding and managing mental exhaustion to prevent burnout. 

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]]>6a9d8893-589f-473e-a5fa-50f862bdeab9Mon, 19 Aug 2024 03:00:00 -070027:00falsefull182182Balance Foundations: Take back control of your timeBalance Foundations: Take back control of your timeIn this week's episode, we're uncovering the secret to controlling your time and gaining back hours in your week. It's not just about time management—it's about learning to say yes to what matters most and no to everything else. If you're tired of feeling overwhelmed and want to reclaim your time, you won't want to miss this episode. Let's get to it!  

Topics in this episode: 

  • Controlling your time to find better balance. 
  • How to focus on what really matters. 
  • Six-step process to handle the thoughts that mess with your time. 
  • How you can get back 5-7 hours each week. 

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]]>In this week's episode, we're uncovering the secret to controlling your time and gaining back hours in your week. It's not just about time management—it's about learning to say yes to what matters most and no to everything else. If you're tired of feeling overwhelmed and want to reclaim your time, you won't want to miss this episode. Let's get to it!  

Topics in this episode: 

  • Controlling your time to find better balance. 
  • How to focus on what really matters. 
  • Six-step process to handle the thoughts that mess with your time. 
  • How you can get back 5-7 hours each week. 

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]]>e5705ba5-52a9-4743-956c-7036f0077e05Mon, 12 Aug 2024 03:00:00 -070025:56falsefull181181Balance Foundations: An unshakeable view of selfBalance Foundations: An unshakeable view of selfIf you want to create a life that feels balanced you must have an unshakable view of yourself - I call that confidence. 

You must believe that you are amazing and valuable and good at what you do regardless of how much you get done, how prepared you are, or what anyone else thinks. An unshakeable view of self is a pillar in a balanced life and in this episode I’ll be sharing what it takes to create it. 

This is part 3 in our series on the foundational principals of work-life balance, you ready? Let’s get to it. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Importance of feeling acknowledged and supported in a community. 
  • Sharing my personal experience. 
  • How to build and maintain self-confidence. 
  • Identifying your core values. 
  • Separating self-worth from achievements. 

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]]>If you want to create a life that feels balanced you must have an unshakable view of yourself - I call that confidence. 

You must believe that you are amazing and valuable and good at what you do regardless of how much you get done, how prepared you are, or what anyone else thinks. An unshakeable view of self is a pillar in a balanced life and in this episode I’ll be sharing what it takes to create it. 

This is part 3 in our series on the foundational principals of work-life balance, you ready? Let’s get to it. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Importance of feeling acknowledged and supported in a community. 
  • Sharing my personal experience. 
  • How to build and maintain self-confidence. 
  • Identifying your core values. 
  • Separating self-worth from achievements. 

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]]>d937f5a3-9dce-497e-985f-c1442705818bMon, 05 Aug 2024 03:00:00 -070017:10falsefull1801807 strategies to relieve never-ending stress7 strategies to relieve never-ending stressFollow the show:

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This is going to be a very vulnerable episode where I am sharing the state of my own mental health and being honest with what’s going on for me in my life and in my head and my heart.  

I believe so strongly in getting support when you need it, and for not settling with your fears or anxieties or stuckness.  

So this week, I am interrupting the balance foundations series that we’ve been covering over the last few episodes, to share with you and to offer the 7 strategies I’m using right now to help me get through this very hard, difficult season of life. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Sharing personal mental health struggles  
  • Emphasizing seeking help. 
  • Impact of family and work stress on mental well-being. 
  • 7 methods for managing mental health. 
  • The challenges of maintaining mental and emotional health in balancing professional and family life. 

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This is going to be a very vulnerable episode where I am sharing the state of my own mental health and being honest with what’s going on for me in my life and in my head and my heart.  

I believe so strongly in getting support when you need it, and for not settling with your fears or anxieties or stuckness.  

So this week, I am interrupting the balance foundations series that we’ve been covering over the last few episodes, to share with you and to offer the 7 strategies I’m using right now to help me get through this very hard, difficult season of life. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Sharing personal mental health struggles  
  • Emphasizing seeking help. 
  • Impact of family and work stress on mental well-being. 
  • 7 methods for managing mental health. 
  • The challenges of maintaining mental and emotional health in balancing professional and family life. 

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]]>d31115c7-1ea0-4b59-9a1f-93a0ae5b630bMon, 29 Jul 2024 03:00:00 -070030:53falsefull179179Balance foundations: Finding clarity in daily lifeBalance foundations: Finding clarity in daily lifeIn this week's podcast episode, we're tackling the power of clarity in balancing work and life.

As busy ambitious working moms, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed with competing priorities. I'll share how gaining clear insight into your daily and long-term goals can help you manage your time better and reduce stress.

Don’t miss out - tune in to discover how clarity can transform your life! 

Topics in this episode:

  • Understanding why having clear priorities is essential for achieving work-life balance. 
  • Identifying and focusing on what matters most in your daily routine. 
  • Creating a vision for your life. 
  • The impact of clarity on managing family and work responsibilities. 
  • How coaching can expedite the process of gaining clarity and achieving a balanced, fulfilling life. 

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]]>In this week's podcast episode, we're tackling the power of clarity in balancing work and life.

As busy ambitious working moms, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed with competing priorities. I'll share how gaining clear insight into your daily and long-term goals can help you manage your time better and reduce stress.

Don’t miss out - tune in to discover how clarity can transform your life! 

Topics in this episode:

  • Understanding why having clear priorities is essential for achieving work-life balance. 
  • Identifying and focusing on what matters most in your daily routine. 
  • Creating a vision for your life. 
  • The impact of clarity on managing family and work responsibilities. 
  • How coaching can expedite the process of gaining clarity and achieving a balanced, fulfilling life. 

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]]>10dd977a-99d7-4afd-82f1-21cfd63eb3cbMon, 22 Jul 2024 03:00:00 -070021:23falsefull178178Balance foundations: The right way to think about work-life balanceBalance foundations: The right way to think about work-life balanceIn this week's episode of the podcast, we're diving into a topic that every ambitious working mom grapples with: balance. 

Today, we're kicking off a new series that takes us back to the basics of crafting an ambitious and balanced life. We'll start by debunking the myth that balance means equal time for work and personal life. Get ready for some eye-opening insights and practical tips to help you redefine your journey toward true balance.  

Let's get to it! 

Topics in this episode:

  • Understanding what balance truly means. 
  • Debunking common misconceptions about work-life balance. 
  • Why balance should be viewed as a feeling rather than a strict time management concept. 
  • The importance of focusing on internal thoughts. 
  • Mindset and emotional well-being. 

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]]>In this week's episode of the podcast, we're diving into a topic that every ambitious working mom grapples with: balance. 

Today, we're kicking off a new series that takes us back to the basics of crafting an ambitious and balanced life. We'll start by debunking the myth that balance means equal time for work and personal life. Get ready for some eye-opening insights and practical tips to help you redefine your journey toward true balance.  

Let's get to it! 

Topics in this episode:

  • Understanding what balance truly means. 
  • Debunking common misconceptions about work-life balance. 
  • Why balance should be viewed as a feeling rather than a strict time management concept. 
  • The importance of focusing on internal thoughts. 
  • Mindset and emotional well-being. 

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]]>a5358b1f-4286-4017-85a5-acb765f3f01dMon, 15 Jul 2024 03:00:00 -070018:20falsefull177177Navigating your pesky "not enough" brain (a coaching session with Kaitlyn)Navigating your pesky "not enough" brain (a coaching session with Kaitlyn)In this week's episode of the podcast, I share an exciting coaching session with my former client, Kaitlyn, a mother of three who struggles with feeling like she's not doing enough.

During our session, I help her navigate these "not enough" thoughts, a common issue among working moms, and shift to a more positive mindset.

This is a great insight into what coaching looks like with me! Enjoy the episode working moms, and remember, balancing ambition and family is achievable. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Discussing “not enough" thoughts that many working moms experience. 
  • The "toddler brain" (negative, fear-based thoughts) versus the "parent brain" (rational, perspective-based thoughts). 
  • Managing negative thoughts. 
  • Shifting to a positive, grateful mindset. 

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]]>In this week's episode of the podcast, I share an exciting coaching session with my former client, Kaitlyn, a mother of three who struggles with feeling like she's not doing enough.

During our session, I help her navigate these "not enough" thoughts, a common issue among working moms, and shift to a more positive mindset.

This is a great insight into what coaching looks like with me! Enjoy the episode working moms, and remember, balancing ambition and family is achievable. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Discussing “not enough" thoughts that many working moms experience. 
  • The "toddler brain" (negative, fear-based thoughts) versus the "parent brain" (rational, perspective-based thoughts). 
  • Managing negative thoughts. 
  • Shifting to a positive, grateful mindset. 

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]]>dfca4382-99e9-4b48-afd4-8a9fced3d509Mon, 08 Jul 2024 03:00:00 -070034:03falsefull176176Reclaiming "I Want To": Embracing Personal Desires as a Working MomReclaiming "I Want To": Embracing Personal Desires as a Working MomIn this week's episode of the podcast, I'm diving into a topic that resonates deeply with many of us as working adults—the lost art of doing things simply because they bring us joy.

We often get so caught up in the responsibilities of "adulting" that we forget to make room for what genuinely makes us happy.

Today, I'm encouraging you to reclaim that sense of fun and desire in your decisions. I'll share 3 reasons why you should reintegrate your personal desires into your decision-making process and offer a practical strategy to help you start today.

Working moms, get ready to embrace the spirit of summer and make enjoyment a part of your everyday lives! Let’s get to it.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why it's crucial to do things just because they're enjoyable. 
  • Making space for what you really want in your life choices. 
  • Easy ways to add more joy to your everyday routine. 
  • Why your happiness is as important as anyone else's. 
  • Showing kids the importance of following their passions. 

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]]>In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm diving into a topic that resonates deeply with many of us as working adults—the lost art of doing things simply because they bring us joy.

We often get so caught up in the responsibilities of "adulting" that we forget to make room for what genuinely makes us happy.

Today, I'm encouraging you to reclaim that sense of fun and desire in your decisions. I'll share 3 reasons why you should reintegrate your personal desires into your decision-making process and offer a practical strategy to help you start today.

Working moms, get ready to embrace the spirit of summer and make enjoyment a part of your everyday lives! Let’s get to it.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why it's crucial to do things just because they're enjoyable. 
  • Making space for what you really want in your life choices. 
  • Easy ways to add more joy to your everyday routine. 
  • Why your happiness is as important as anyone else's. 
  • Showing kids the importance of following their passions. 

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]]>8e5eae51-602d-4d31-b3dc-6f77f4d39a91Mon, 01 Jul 2024 03:00:00 -070023:38falsefull1751755 hot tips for a memory-filled summer5 hot tips for a memory-filled summerIn this week's podcast episode, I'm sharing five hot tips for a balanced and fun summer that every working mom needs to hear!

From handling big emotions to mastering unplugged vacations, these strategies will help you enjoy a fulfilling season with your family without sacrificing your professional goals.

Tune in to discover how to make this summer your best one yet!

Topics in this episode:

  • Navigating big emotions 
  • Setting realistic expectations 
  • The importance of fully disconnecting during vacation 
  • How to maintain balance and prevent burnout 
  • Explore ways to inject fun into everyday tasks

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]]>In this week's podcast episode, I'm sharing five hot tips for a balanced and fun summer that every working mom needs to hear!

From handling big emotions to mastering unplugged vacations, these strategies will help you enjoy a fulfilling season with your family without sacrificing your professional goals.

Tune in to discover how to make this summer your best one yet!

Topics in this episode:

  • Navigating big emotions 
  • Setting realistic expectations 
  • The importance of fully disconnecting during vacation 
  • How to maintain balance and prevent burnout 
  • Explore ways to inject fun into everyday tasks

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]]>abc0db93-ab29-437a-affe-291f3e4d9b62Mon, 24 Jun 2024 03:00:00 -070026:37falsefull174174Top 3 mindsets that make you feel stuck and what to do about themTop 3 mindsets that make you feel stuck and what to do about themIn today's podcast, I want to share with you the top three mindsets that are holding you back from going after your big dreams and big goals and causing you to feel stuck.

These three toxic mindsets, as I like to call them, have you playing it small. Have you stuck in confusion, not knowing what to do.

I'm going to cover why each of these three mindsets are holding you back and I will also offer to you one powerful question that you can answer immediately that's going to help you get out of this mindset and into those big dreams.

You ready, working moms? Let's get to it.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Overcoming limiting mindsets 
  • Addressing toxic mindsets: fear of failure, indecision, and complacency. 
  • Practical advice to move from feeling stuck to pursuing your dreams.  

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]]>In today's podcast, I want to share with you the top three mindsets that are holding you back from going after your big dreams and big goals and causing you to feel stuck.

These three toxic mindsets, as I like to call them, have you playing it small. Have you stuck in confusion, not knowing what to do.

I'm going to cover why each of these three mindsets are holding you back and I will also offer to you one powerful question that you can answer immediately that's going to help you get out of this mindset and into those big dreams.

You ready, working moms? Let's get to it.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Overcoming limiting mindsets 
  • Addressing toxic mindsets: fear of failure, indecision, and complacency. 
  • Practical advice to move from feeling stuck to pursuing your dreams.  

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]]>e74db8f0-23a3-4086-98b9-0722e219946dMon, 17 Jun 2024 03:00:00 -070030:09falsefull173173You're living the life you once dreamed of livingYou're living the life you once dreamed of livingIn this week's episode of the podcast, I dive into a topic that has given me goosebumps - realizing that you are living your dream life.

We explore why it's crucial to bask in this belief and celebrate the progress and goals you've already achieved and I share a personal story about a beautiful morning with my husband that led me to reflect on how far I've come.

This episode is all about acknowledging your accomplishments, and I will offer 4 actionable steps to help you embrace this truth.  

This episode is a powerful reminder for all ambitious women to pause and appreciate their journey. Let’s get to it! 

Topics in this episode:

  • Recognizing and celebrating current achievements. 
  • Tips for handling stress and finding balance in daily life. 
  • The importance of acknowledging progress. 
  • Practical steps to embrace living your dream life. 
  • Practicing being present and satisfied.

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]]>In this week's episode of the podcast, I dive into a topic that has given me goosebumps - realizing that you are living your dream life.

We explore why it's crucial to bask in this belief and celebrate the progress and goals you've already achieved and I share a personal story about a beautiful morning with my husband that led me to reflect on how far I've come.

This episode is all about acknowledging your accomplishments, and I will offer 4 actionable steps to help you embrace this truth.  

This episode is a powerful reminder for all ambitious women to pause and appreciate their journey. Let’s get to it! 

Topics in this episode:

  • Recognizing and celebrating current achievements. 
  • Tips for handling stress and finding balance in daily life. 
  • The importance of acknowledging progress. 
  • Practical steps to embrace living your dream life. 
  • Practicing being present and satisfied.

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]]>8f964a0e-29e7-491e-8925-044481ae052dMon, 10 Jun 2024 03:00:00 -070023:46falsefull172172The 10 essentials to create an ambitious and balanced lifeThe 10 essentials to create an ambitious and balanced lifeToday on the podcast I’m offering to you 10 essential things that you need to do in order to create an ambitious and balanced life.

I have distilled so much of what I teach my clients, and what I teach here on this podcast, down to 10 essential things.

I’m going to cover each of them one-by-one, highlighting why they are important in creating an ambitious and balanced life. And even offer some tips and tools on how to get started with them right away.

You ready? let’s get to it. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Tips on separating thoughts from truth to reduce stress. 
  • Advice on blocking time for important tasks during the workday. 
  • Importance of setting clear goals and priorities for balance. 
  • Creating space to feel and process emotions. 
  • Practicing intentional thinking daily. 

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]]>Today on the podcast I’m offering to you 10 essential things that you need to do in order to create an ambitious and balanced life.

I have distilled so much of what I teach my clients, and what I teach here on this podcast, down to 10 essential things.

I’m going to cover each of them one-by-one, highlighting why they are important in creating an ambitious and balanced life. And even offer some tips and tools on how to get started with them right away.

You ready? let’s get to it. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Tips on separating thoughts from truth to reduce stress. 
  • Advice on blocking time for important tasks during the workday. 
  • Importance of setting clear goals and priorities for balance. 
  • Creating space to feel and process emotions. 
  • Practicing intentional thinking daily. 

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]]>ff6120bd-e96d-4aa6-8c8c-c6d549342e70Mon, 03 Jun 2024 03:00:00 -070033:05falsefull171171The paid family leave crisis (with Orli Cotel at Mom's First)The paid family leave crisis (with Orli Cotel at Mom's First)Follow the show: 

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | Everywhere else 

 

On this week’s episode of the podcast, I chat with Orli Cotel from Moms First about the urgent need for systemic changes to support working moms.  

We dive into the shocking fact that one in four women return to work just two weeks after giving birth due to the lack of paid family leave, and we cover the importance of advocating for better workplace policies, cultural shifts, and legislative changes.  

Orli shares personal stories and practical steps for driving change, making this episode a must-listen for anyone passionate about supporting working moms.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Lack of paid family leave in the U.S. 
  • High return-to-work rates for new moms after childbirth. 
  • Need for better workplace policies and childcare benefits. 
  • Cultural shifts to support working parents. 
  • Advocacy tips from Orli Cotel. 

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]]>Follow the show: 

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | Everywhere else 

 

On this week’s episode of the podcast, I chat with Orli Cotel from Moms First about the urgent need for systemic changes to support working moms.  

We dive into the shocking fact that one in four women return to work just two weeks after giving birth due to the lack of paid family leave, and we cover the importance of advocating for better workplace policies, cultural shifts, and legislative changes.  

Orli shares personal stories and practical steps for driving change, making this episode a must-listen for anyone passionate about supporting working moms.  

Topics in this episode:

  • Lack of paid family leave in the U.S. 
  • High return-to-work rates for new moms after childbirth. 
  • Need for better workplace policies and childcare benefits. 
  • Cultural shifts to support working parents. 
  • Advocacy tips from Orli Cotel. 

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]]>605245e7-c0b0-4066-b646-f68f24f10688Mon, 27 May 2024 03:00:00 -070052:24falsefull170170Practical tools to manage insecurity (with Melissa Hucal)Practical tools to manage insecurity (with Melissa Hucal)On this episode of the podcast, I talk with my client Melissa about how she learned to handle her inner voice of self-doubt. 

We discuss simple tools she uses to prepare for tough situations and shift her mindset, helping her feel more confident in her work and home life. Melissa’s story shows how important it is to accept our insecurities as part of who we are.

Tune in for tips on balancing ambition and motherhood and turning self-doubt into strength. Let’s get to it.

Topics in this episode:

  • How to manage self-doubt.
  • Balancing work and being a single parent.
  • Tools for shifting your mindset.
  • Accepting our insecurities.
  • Turning self-doubt into strength.

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]]>On this episode of the podcast, I talk with my client Melissa about how she learned to handle her inner voice of self-doubt. 

We discuss simple tools she uses to prepare for tough situations and shift her mindset, helping her feel more confident in her work and home life. Melissa’s story shows how important it is to accept our insecurities as part of who we are.

Tune in for tips on balancing ambition and motherhood and turning self-doubt into strength. Let’s get to it.

Topics in this episode:

  • How to manage self-doubt.
  • Balancing work and being a single parent.
  • Tools for shifting your mindset.
  • Accepting our insecurities.
  • Turning self-doubt into strength.

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]]>f022b7e6-cb0c-4158-a586-2bc6ab350769Mon, 20 May 2024 03:00:00 -070058:51falsefull169169Default Parent ResentmentDefault Parent ResentmentIn this week's episode of the podcast, I dive into the topic of being the "default parent"—the one who primarily manages our child's basic needs and household duties. 

I explore the heavy mental and emotional load that comes with this role. Many working moms, including myself, often find ourselves as the default parent, not necessarily because of our partners, but due to our own choices and behaviors. 

I share insights on how stepping back and redistributing household responsibilities can lead to a more balanced and fulfilling life, both professionally and personally. Working moms, this is one you’ll definitely want to tune into.

Topics in this episode:

  • The concept of the "default parent" who primarily manages children's basic needs and household tasks.
  • The mental and emotional load carried by the default parent.
  • Reasons why working mothers often become the default parent beyond partner involvement.
  • Strategies for relinquishing control and redistributing responsibilities within the household.
  • The impact of these changes on achieving a balance between ambitious career goals and active parenting.

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]]>In this week's episode of the podcast, I dive into the topic of being the "default parent"—the one who primarily manages our child's basic needs and household duties. 

I explore the heavy mental and emotional load that comes with this role. Many working moms, including myself, often find ourselves as the default parent, not necessarily because of our partners, but due to our own choices and behaviors. 

I share insights on how stepping back and redistributing household responsibilities can lead to a more balanced and fulfilling life, both professionally and personally. Working moms, this is one you’ll definitely want to tune into.

Topics in this episode:

  • The concept of the "default parent" who primarily manages children's basic needs and household tasks.
  • The mental and emotional load carried by the default parent.
  • Reasons why working mothers often become the default parent beyond partner involvement.
  • Strategies for relinquishing control and redistributing responsibilities within the household.
  • The impact of these changes on achieving a balance between ambitious career goals and active parenting.

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]]>eeef6459-2aec-45c4-b345-0dcd9dc5e6aaMon, 13 May 2024 03:00:00 -070031:43falsefull168168How to end the "shoulding" (with Marilen Abbago)How to end the "shoulding" (with Marilen Abbago)In this episode of the podcast, we delve into overcoming the burden of 'shoulding'—that nagging feeling of always having to meet certain expectations.

I chat with my client Marilyn about how this constant pressure was dictating her life choices, causing stress and preventing her from being present with her family. Throughout our coaching, we explored identifying these intrusive thoughts and finding strategies to pivot away from them.

Marilyn shares her journey of shifting from feeling overwhelmed by obligations to embracing a more balanced, fulfilling life as a working mom.

Topics in this episode:

  • Tackling the pressure of "shoulds" and how to shake them off. 
  • Insights from Marilyn's coaching experience and key takeaways. 
  • Strategies for juggling career goals and motherhood effectively. 
  • Marilyn's personal growth journey and the shifts in her mindset. 
  • Handy tools and techniques from coaching to live more intentionally.  

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]]>In this episode of the podcast, we delve into overcoming the burden of 'shoulding'—that nagging feeling of always having to meet certain expectations.

I chat with my client Marilyn about how this constant pressure was dictating her life choices, causing stress and preventing her from being present with her family. Throughout our coaching, we explored identifying these intrusive thoughts and finding strategies to pivot away from them.

Marilyn shares her journey of shifting from feeling overwhelmed by obligations to embracing a more balanced, fulfilling life as a working mom.

Topics in this episode:

  • Tackling the pressure of "shoulds" and how to shake them off. 
  • Insights from Marilyn's coaching experience and key takeaways. 
  • Strategies for juggling career goals and motherhood effectively. 
  • Marilyn's personal growth journey and the shifts in her mindset. 
  • Handy tools and techniques from coaching to live more intentionally.  

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]]>443d57d3-ee3f-4411-857b-5d3e7f93ba1eMon, 06 May 2024 03:00:00 -070052:33falsefull167167Navigating travel expectations at workNavigating travel expectations at workIt's not easy to travel for work particularly if you have young kids at home. There’s lots of feelings of guilt, sadness, likely anxiety. There’s a lot of coordination and plans that have to be made, traveling for work is just hard.

In today’s podcast I want to talk about the cocktail of emotions that we experience as working moms when we travel for work. I’m gonna talk about my own experience of traveling when my daughter was young and how I ugly cried on the floor of my hotel room, and then will dig into the three choices you have if you travel for your job and are experiencing lots of guilt and sadness. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Chatting about how tough it is to keep up work-life balance when big changes hit. 
  • Real talk on why the usual calming tricks sometimes don’t cut it. 
  • Believing things will get better, even when it’s all up in the air. 
  • Sharing stories about the tough emotions of traveling for work as a mom. 
  • 3 options for dealing with travel guilt and sadness. 

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]]>It's not easy to travel for work particularly if you have young kids at home. There’s lots of feelings of guilt, sadness, likely anxiety. There’s a lot of coordination and plans that have to be made, traveling for work is just hard.

In today’s podcast I want to talk about the cocktail of emotions that we experience as working moms when we travel for work. I’m gonna talk about my own experience of traveling when my daughter was young and how I ugly cried on the floor of my hotel room, and then will dig into the three choices you have if you travel for your job and are experiencing lots of guilt and sadness. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Chatting about how tough it is to keep up work-life balance when big changes hit. 
  • Real talk on why the usual calming tricks sometimes don’t cut it. 
  • Believing things will get better, even when it’s all up in the air. 
  • Sharing stories about the tough emotions of traveling for work as a mom. 
  • 3 options for dealing with travel guilt and sadness. 

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]]>f4eedd3b-8da1-4b5c-b593-5ecbfd418f0fMon, 29 Apr 2024 03:00:00 -070022:42falsefull166166Listener question and answer - feeling undervaluedListener question and answer - feeling undervaluedIn today's podcast episode, I tackle the challenging topics that resonate deeply with many of you. I delve into listeners questions on the struggles of feeling undervalued at work, the complexities of networking, and the harsh realities of the motherhood penalty.  

It's a packed episode filled with heartfelt inquiries from the Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms community, highlighting the universal challenges and offering guidance on how to navigate these tough situations with confidence.  

Whether you're dealing with workplace issues or personal development hurdles, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice. 

Topics in this episode: 

  • Navigating feelings of being undervalued at work. 
  • Addressing the challenges of networking as an introvert. 
  • Understanding and overcoming the motherhood penalty. 
  • Strategies for self-advocacy and boosting self-confidence. 
  • Encouraging personal growth and effective communication in professional settings. 

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]]>In today's podcast episode, I tackle the challenging topics that resonate deeply with many of you. I delve into listeners questions on the struggles of feeling undervalued at work, the complexities of networking, and the harsh realities of the motherhood penalty.  

It's a packed episode filled with heartfelt inquiries from the Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms community, highlighting the universal challenges and offering guidance on how to navigate these tough situations with confidence.  

Whether you're dealing with workplace issues or personal development hurdles, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice. 

Topics in this episode: 

  • Navigating feelings of being undervalued at work. 
  • Addressing the challenges of networking as an introvert. 
  • Understanding and overcoming the motherhood penalty. 
  • Strategies for self-advocacy and boosting self-confidence. 
  • Encouraging personal growth and effective communication in professional settings. 

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]]>2e94435e-162a-4c83-a4ce-f4b817a4ecd3Mon, 22 Apr 2024 03:00:00 -070025:06falsefull165165Listener question and answer - falling back into old habitsListener question and answer - falling back into old habitsIn today's episode, we are doing a listener question and answer. We are diving into questions that you submitted via email or social media. Today, we are covering questions around what happens when you simply do not have enough time to get everything done and how you handle all of the overwhelm that comes with that. 

We will talk about what happens when you slip back into cycles of over prioritizing work and scheduling over times of self care. And lastly, we will dig into compromising on parenting boundaries and what to do when your kid just wants to eat fruit snacks for breakfast! 

This is going to be a two part series, and next week we are going to be covering additional questions that were submitted from listeners just like you. So be sure to hit the subscribe button and tune in wherever you listen to your podcasts.

Topics in this episode:

  • Managing time effectively and coping with the feeling of never having enough hours in the day. 
  • Establishing and sticking to parenting boundaries while dealing with children’s demands and tantrums. 
  • Prioritizing self-care and breaking the cycle of reverting to work-centric habits. 
  • Addressing the "motherhood penalty" and advocating for oneself in the workplace. 
  • Networking strategies for introverted moms and maintaining energy levels post-events. 

 Show Notes & References:  


]]>In today's episode, we are doing a listener question and answer. We are diving into questions that you submitted via email or social media. Today, we are covering questions around what happens when you simply do not have enough time to get everything done and how you handle all of the overwhelm that comes with that. 

We will talk about what happens when you slip back into cycles of over prioritizing work and scheduling over times of self care. And lastly, we will dig into compromising on parenting boundaries and what to do when your kid just wants to eat fruit snacks for breakfast! 

This is going to be a two part series, and next week we are going to be covering additional questions that were submitted from listeners just like you. So be sure to hit the subscribe button and tune in wherever you listen to your podcasts.

Topics in this episode:

  • Managing time effectively and coping with the feeling of never having enough hours in the day. 
  • Establishing and sticking to parenting boundaries while dealing with children’s demands and tantrums. 
  • Prioritizing self-care and breaking the cycle of reverting to work-centric habits. 
  • Addressing the "motherhood penalty" and advocating for oneself in the workplace. 
  • Networking strategies for introverted moms and maintaining energy levels post-events. 

 Show Notes & References:  


]]>439a706c-a937-4710-8290-04fda54952d8Mon, 15 Apr 2024 03:00:00 -070031:13falsefull164164Everything to everyone all at once (with Kim Nguyen)Everything to everyone all at once (with Kim Nguyen)In this episode, I sit down with Kim, my coaching client to talk about managing a successful career and being a devoted mom. We dive into how society often expects us to be everything to everyone all at once, the importance of truly being present in both our professional and personal lives, and how coaching turned out to be a lifesaver for her in navigating a balanced life. 

Kim shares her personal journey of how coaching opened her eyes to what's genuinely important and taught her to be at peace with the balancing act of career and family life. 

This episode all about shaking off the guilt, discovering what really drives us, and making choices that allow us to thrive in our careers while being a present and connected mom.

Topics in this episode:

  • It’s okay not to be perfect.
  • Sorting out what really matters to you, both as a mom and in your career.
  • Looking after your mental health and dealing with the mom guilt.
  • Highlighting how coaching can really change the game for moms trying to juggle it all.
  • Personal growth, figuring out who you are, and making choices that fit your life.

Show Notes & References: 


]]>In this episode, I sit down with Kim, my coaching client to talk about managing a successful career and being a devoted mom. We dive into how society often expects us to be everything to everyone all at once, the importance of truly being present in both our professional and personal lives, and how coaching turned out to be a lifesaver for her in navigating a balanced life. 

Kim shares her personal journey of how coaching opened her eyes to what's genuinely important and taught her to be at peace with the balancing act of career and family life. 

This episode all about shaking off the guilt, discovering what really drives us, and making choices that allow us to thrive in our careers while being a present and connected mom.

Topics in this episode:

  • It’s okay not to be perfect.
  • Sorting out what really matters to you, both as a mom and in your career.
  • Looking after your mental health and dealing with the mom guilt.
  • Highlighting how coaching can really change the game for moms trying to juggle it all.
  • Personal growth, figuring out who you are, and making choices that fit your life.

Show Notes & References: 


]]>30729656-551c-49f5-b5e5-8a6225842cdeMon, 08 Apr 2024 03:00:00 -070052:58falsefull163163Stop rushingStop rushing“Let’s go, let’s go, let’s go!” or “Come on, come on, come on!” these are familiar phrases when rushing through daily life, particularly as a working mom. Although every working mom can relate, rushing is completely optional. There is a physical, mental and emotional impact that a “rushed” life has that takes away from the calm, present and joy-filled experience of everyday life and there is a way you can avoid it.

In this episode, I dive deep into the mindset behind this hurried life, dissecting how our day-to-day hustle shapes our interactions and well-being and how, in the end, we bring this upon ourself (yikes!). I will also dive into 3 steps to help you shift from the relentless chase against time to a more controlled and present approach to life's demands.

Topics in this episode:

  • Busy moms often feel rushed – why does this happen?
  • How rushing feels stressful and chaotic, leading to impatience and hasty actions.
  • Rushing is a mindset you can change, not just a result of having too many things to do.
  • If you had to choose between being “on time” or present, which would you choose? It’s important to know your answer.
  • 3 steps to feeling less rushed and being more in control of your time/energy

Show Notes & References:


]]>“Let’s go, let’s go, let’s go!” or “Come on, come on, come on!” these are familiar phrases when rushing through daily life, particularly as a working mom. Although every working mom can relate, rushing is completely optional. There is a physical, mental and emotional impact that a “rushed” life has that takes away from the calm, present and joy-filled experience of everyday life and there is a way you can avoid it.

In this episode, I dive deep into the mindset behind this hurried life, dissecting how our day-to-day hustle shapes our interactions and well-being and how, in the end, we bring this upon ourself (yikes!). I will also dive into 3 steps to help you shift from the relentless chase against time to a more controlled and present approach to life's demands.

Topics in this episode:

  • Busy moms often feel rushed – why does this happen?
  • How rushing feels stressful and chaotic, leading to impatience and hasty actions.
  • Rushing is a mindset you can change, not just a result of having too many things to do.
  • If you had to choose between being “on time” or present, which would you choose? It’s important to know your answer.
  • 3 steps to feeling less rushed and being more in control of your time/energy

Show Notes & References:


]]>30b88271-5348-4fef-a109-7a50748fc83aMon, 01 Apr 2024 03:00:00 -070023:43falsefull162162The 75/25 rule (stop wasting time overpreparing)The 75/25 rule (stop wasting time overpreparing)In this episode I introduce the "75/25 rule," where you make it a goal to ONLY be 75% ready for meetings, presentations, or talks with clients, instead of stressing out to get everything perfect. I will explain why going beyond 75% preparedness often doesn't pay off in terms of the extra time and energy spent.

In this episode I will discuss the downsides of overpreparing, like missing out on quality time with family or personal hobbies because you're too caught up in work details. When you are not aiming for 100% preparedness, you can save yourself from feeling stressed and make room for the things in life that make you happy.

At the end of the episode, I will offer 3 tips to adopt the 75/25 rule in your daily routine. I will share stories from working moms who've strived for only 75% preparedness and found a better balance between their work and personal lives.

Topics in this episode:

  • Rebecca Olson talks about the "75/25 rule": Be mostly ready for stuff, not perfectly ready.
  • Trying too hard to be 100% ready isn't worth the extra work.
  • If you don't aim for perfection, you'll have more time for fun and family.
  • People who tried the 75/25 rule ended up happier with their work and home life.
  • 3 tips to adopting the 75/25 rule

Show Notes & References:


]]>In this episode I introduce the "75/25 rule," where you make it a goal to ONLY be 75% ready for meetings, presentations, or talks with clients, instead of stressing out to get everything perfect. I will explain why going beyond 75% preparedness often doesn't pay off in terms of the extra time and energy spent.

In this episode I will discuss the downsides of overpreparing, like missing out on quality time with family or personal hobbies because you're too caught up in work details. When you are not aiming for 100% preparedness, you can save yourself from feeling stressed and make room for the things in life that make you happy.

At the end of the episode, I will offer 3 tips to adopt the 75/25 rule in your daily routine. I will share stories from working moms who've strived for only 75% preparedness and found a better balance between their work and personal lives.

Topics in this episode:

  • Rebecca Olson talks about the "75/25 rule": Be mostly ready for stuff, not perfectly ready.
  • Trying too hard to be 100% ready isn't worth the extra work.
  • If you don't aim for perfection, you'll have more time for fun and family.
  • People who tried the 75/25 rule ended up happier with their work and home life.
  • 3 tips to adopting the 75/25 rule

Show Notes & References:


]]>3236649d-c768-45c4-ab35-ebf38c5e2351Mon, 25 Mar 2024 03:00:00 -070030:11falsefull161161The real story behind mom guiltThe real story behind mom guiltMost women don’t quite understand what is at the heart of mom guilt. They’ll say they feel guilty for working or for sending their kids to daycare or for not spending more time with their family, but this is not actually where guilt comes from.

In today’s episode I’m sharing with you the real story behind mom guilt. Here is a hint: It does not have to do with how much you work, or how much time you spend with your kids or the fact that they spend more time with a caretaker then with you during the workday…it is about the story you are telling yourself. 

I will also normalize the experience of mom guilt and explain its connection to the mama bear phenomenon. At the end I will offer 3 reflection exercises to help pull yourself out of any guilt that you’re experiencing so you are able to be more present and engaged at both work and home.

Topics in this episode:

  • Mom guilt doesn’t have to do with working or with the amount of time you spend with your kids.  
  • You are not a bad mom for working  
  • Changing the story from being “not good enough” as a mom because you work 
  • What do your kids gain from being at daycare? 
  • The difference between sadness and guilt  
  • What is the mama bear phenomenon and how does it contribute to guilt?

Show Notes & References:

  • Check out the Ambitious and Balanced podcast on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg  
  • If you don’t want to waste any more time in a job you find unfulfilling or where you lack balance, click here to schedule a free call to learn my 3 step coaching process to creating an ambitious yet balanced working mom life: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book  
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>Most women don’t quite understand what is at the heart of mom guilt. They’ll say they feel guilty for working or for sending their kids to daycare or for not spending more time with their family, but this is not actually where guilt comes from.

In today’s episode I’m sharing with you the real story behind mom guilt. Here is a hint: It does not have to do with how much you work, or how much time you spend with your kids or the fact that they spend more time with a caretaker then with you during the workday…it is about the story you are telling yourself. 

I will also normalize the experience of mom guilt and explain its connection to the mama bear phenomenon. At the end I will offer 3 reflection exercises to help pull yourself out of any guilt that you’re experiencing so you are able to be more present and engaged at both work and home.

Topics in this episode:

  • Mom guilt doesn’t have to do with working or with the amount of time you spend with your kids.  
  • You are not a bad mom for working  
  • Changing the story from being “not good enough” as a mom because you work 
  • What do your kids gain from being at daycare? 
  • The difference between sadness and guilt  
  • What is the mama bear phenomenon and how does it contribute to guilt?

Show Notes & References:

  • Check out the Ambitious and Balanced podcast on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg  
  • If you don’t want to waste any more time in a job you find unfulfilling or where you lack balance, click here to schedule a free call to learn my 3 step coaching process to creating an ambitious yet balanced working mom life: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book  
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>daf72f49-9e36-4e11-8d71-059f3d68ec1aMon, 18 Mar 2024 03:00:00 -070024:07falsefull1601607 strategies to prevent burnout7 strategies to prevent burnoutAs an ambitious working mom, burnout and exhaustion come easily. Your brain is hardwired to want to do more and achieve more, it’s part of who you are and what makes you successful, but it’s also causing exhaustion. The most natural thing for you to do is to achieve more, not to rest. Resting, prioritizing yourself and your family, choosing to do fun and spontaneous things instead of work more, this kind of life doesn't come naturally to ambitious women and so requires intentionality and effort.

In today’s episode I’m sharing with you 7 practical things you can do to help you prioritize rest and fun instead of doing more so you can create the sustainable ambitious (yet balanced) life you want.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why exhaustion and burnout happen is so common for working moms
  • What it takes to ensure burnout doesn’t happen to you
  • Controlling your time and energy is the opposite of exhaustion
  • Committing to none work time
  • Sleep as a strategy
  • My favorite practice to give my brain some space

Show Notes & References:

  • Thought download reference: Ep 91: #1 tool to get out of negative thoughts and emotions
  • Check out the Ambitious and Balanced podcast on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg
  • If you are ready to learn how to shut down your work brain and to be “unavailable” to work, sign up for a free breakthrough call where I will walk you through the 3 essential steps. Click here: https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>As an ambitious working mom, burnout and exhaustion come easily. Your brain is hardwired to want to do more and achieve more, it’s part of who you are and what makes you successful, but it’s also causing exhaustion. The most natural thing for you to do is to achieve more, not to rest. Resting, prioritizing yourself and your family, choosing to do fun and spontaneous things instead of work more, this kind of life doesn't come naturally to ambitious women and so requires intentionality and effort.

In today’s episode I’m sharing with you 7 practical things you can do to help you prioritize rest and fun instead of doing more so you can create the sustainable ambitious (yet balanced) life you want.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why exhaustion and burnout happen is so common for working moms
  • What it takes to ensure burnout doesn’t happen to you
  • Controlling your time and energy is the opposite of exhaustion
  • Committing to none work time
  • Sleep as a strategy
  • My favorite practice to give my brain some space

Show Notes & References:

  • Thought download reference: Ep 91: #1 tool to get out of negative thoughts and emotions
  • Check out the Ambitious and Balanced podcast on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg
  • If you are ready to learn how to shut down your work brain and to be “unavailable” to work, sign up for a free breakthrough call where I will walk you through the 3 essential steps. Click here: https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>89072ba4-1982-411e-a8eb-54048abd2f41Mon, 11 Mar 2024 03:00:00 -070031:47falsefull159159Be available or present (but you can't be both)Be available or present (but you can't be both)Most ambitious women have a core value of “being available” that they're almost ashamed to admit. It's like a value that they don't want to value. Always being available makes it difficult to create work-life balance because it has you always being “on” and unable to shut down your work brain, rest or be present with your family.

In today's episode I dive into 6 excuses that your brain is likely using to justify being available and the over-working behavior that comes with it. You cannot be both present and available, at some point you will need to choose and I’ll explain the first steps on how to do that.

Topics in this episode:

  • The core value no one wants but most women have: being available
  • Why valuing being available is not helpful to creating work-life balance
  • How to know if you are over-valuing being available
  • 6 excuses your brain is using to keep you feeling tethered to your phone and to responding to messages and emails
  • You are still good at your job, even if you are unavailable
  • The first step to stop being available: decide when you are working and when you are not and communicate that to your team

Show Notes & References:

  • Check out the Ambitious and Balanced podcast on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg
  • If you are ready to learn how to shut down your work brain and to be “unavailable” to work, sign up for a free breakthrough call where I will walk you through the 3 essential steps. Click here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>Most ambitious women have a core value of “being available” that they're almost ashamed to admit. It's like a value that they don't want to value. Always being available makes it difficult to create work-life balance because it has you always being “on” and unable to shut down your work brain, rest or be present with your family.

In today's episode I dive into 6 excuses that your brain is likely using to justify being available and the over-working behavior that comes with it. You cannot be both present and available, at some point you will need to choose and I’ll explain the first steps on how to do that.

Topics in this episode:

  • The core value no one wants but most women have: being available
  • Why valuing being available is not helpful to creating work-life balance
  • How to know if you are over-valuing being available
  • 6 excuses your brain is using to keep you feeling tethered to your phone and to responding to messages and emails
  • You are still good at your job, even if you are unavailable
  • The first step to stop being available: decide when you are working and when you are not and communicate that to your team

Show Notes & References:

  • Check out the Ambitious and Balanced podcast on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg
  • If you are ready to learn how to shut down your work brain and to be “unavailable” to work, sign up for a free breakthrough call where I will walk you through the 3 essential steps. Click here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>f8ceceba-3898-46cc-92ae-fc4e5b672eaeMon, 04 Mar 2024 03:00:00 -070023:49falsefull158158The pivot momentThe pivot momentThe pivot moment is the moment you realize you’re about to say yes to something you don’t want to, or you’re feeling anxious about an upcoming presentation even though you’re prepared. It’s the moment you feel your anger rising at your kids that usually results in yelling., or the moment you feel the urge to log back on to work even though you know the best thing is to rest.

It's the pivotal moment where you have a choice. You can either keep thinking, feeling or doing what you’re doing (which won’t result in what you want) or you can change course. In today’s episode I’m talking why learning how to navigate the pivot moment it is one of the most powerful things you can do as a working mom and I will share what it takes to create an effective pivot.

Topics in this episode:

  • It’s ok to have urges to compromise on your boundaries when you learn to pivot.
  • Why pivoting is one of the most powerful tools in your toolkit.
  • I’m launching this podcast on You Tube!
  • ½ the battle is becoming aware of the pivot moment
  • 2 parts to an effective pivot: process the default emotions and learn to direct your thoughts and emotions in an intentional way

Show Notes & References:


]]>The pivot moment is the moment you realize you’re about to say yes to something you don’t want to, or you’re feeling anxious about an upcoming presentation even though you’re prepared. It’s the moment you feel your anger rising at your kids that usually results in yelling., or the moment you feel the urge to log back on to work even though you know the best thing is to rest.

It's the pivotal moment where you have a choice. You can either keep thinking, feeling or doing what you’re doing (which won’t result in what you want) or you can change course. In today’s episode I’m talking why learning how to navigate the pivot moment it is one of the most powerful things you can do as a working mom and I will share what it takes to create an effective pivot.

Topics in this episode:

  • It’s ok to have urges to compromise on your boundaries when you learn to pivot.
  • Why pivoting is one of the most powerful tools in your toolkit.
  • I’m launching this podcast on You Tube!
  • ½ the battle is becoming aware of the pivot moment
  • 2 parts to an effective pivot: process the default emotions and learn to direct your thoughts and emotions in an intentional way

Show Notes & References:


]]>6434221a-e5d3-4e3a-a266-675f49d25e9eMon, 26 Feb 2024 03:00:00 -070023:17falsefull157157Being raised by a stay-at-home momBeing raised by a stay-at-home momWhat happens if you were raised by a stay-at-home mom (and that is not what you have chosen to do) or the way you see other working mom’s balance life is not working for you?

When you want to do things differently than your parents or peer group and you have no examples on how to do it, there are two specific questions your brain needs you to answer to ensure you are making the right decision and there will be no regrets.

Your brain is craving direction and in today’s podcast I walk you through exactly what you need to do in order to feel clear and confident in your decision to work and to live regret-free. And I’ll also cover what it takes to be an amazing parent despite not having more time with your kids.

Topics in this episode: 

  • The challenges of being an ambitious career-focused women raised by a stay-at-home parent  
  • What happens when you want to do things differently than your parents or peer group? 
  • How to wake up every day with certainly you are doing what is “right”, despite doing it differently than your parents or others 
  • 2 questions your brain needs answers to if you are going to live a regret-free working mom life  
  • The importance of refocusing on what is “right” for you  
  • A specific journaling exercise to redirect your brain from what you are missing out on by not being a stay-at-home mom
  • More time with your kids does not make you a better mom

Show Notes & References:  

  • If you’ve been considering taking a break from work but aren’t sure if that’s what you really want, I can help. In coaching, you will make a confident decision on what you want to do with your career and feel clear on why so you don’t have any regrets. Learn more about the process, here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com 
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

Enjoying the podcast?


]]>What happens if you were raised by a stay-at-home mom (and that is not what you have chosen to do) or the way you see other working mom’s balance life is not working for you?

When you want to do things differently than your parents or peer group and you have no examples on how to do it, there are two specific questions your brain needs you to answer to ensure you are making the right decision and there will be no regrets.

Your brain is craving direction and in today’s podcast I walk you through exactly what you need to do in order to feel clear and confident in your decision to work and to live regret-free. And I’ll also cover what it takes to be an amazing parent despite not having more time with your kids.

Topics in this episode: 

  • The challenges of being an ambitious career-focused women raised by a stay-at-home parent  
  • What happens when you want to do things differently than your parents or peer group? 
  • How to wake up every day with certainly you are doing what is “right”, despite doing it differently than your parents or others 
  • 2 questions your brain needs answers to if you are going to live a regret-free working mom life  
  • The importance of refocusing on what is “right” for you  
  • A specific journaling exercise to redirect your brain from what you are missing out on by not being a stay-at-home mom
  • More time with your kids does not make you a better mom

Show Notes & References:  

  • If you’ve been considering taking a break from work but aren’t sure if that’s what you really want, I can help. In coaching, you will make a confident decision on what you want to do with your career and feel clear on why so you don’t have any regrets. Learn more about the process, here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com 
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

Enjoying the podcast?


]]>4d88843d-1b3c-4c3c-971c-341e521fb966Mon, 19 Feb 2024 03:00:00 -070023:21falsefull156156Leaps of faith – my personal journey as a working momLeaps of faith – my personal journey as a working mom11 years ago, when I was pregnant with my daughter, I felt like I was in the middle of an identity crisis. I didn’t know who I was or what I wanted out of life, my career or motherhood. I was driven by success and achievement and I knew that wasn’t going to serve me as I started a family. I knew I needed to make some changes, but I had no idea what to do or how to do it.

I went on my own self-discovery journey, that eventually led me to become a coach. But it was an up and down journey that took getting comfortable with failure, uncertainty and required an increase in confidence.

In today’s episode, I share my personal working mom journey and how I went from confusion and unfulfillment to success and balance. It required several leaps of faith and I will tell you how I navigated each of them.

Topics in this episode:

  • I was the breadwinner of the family and it felt too irresponsible to make a change
  • I had to get comfortable with potential failure
  • Developing an internal compass to help guide my decisions was key
  • I never knew “for sure” if things would work out, but I did it anyway
  • It took risky investments of money and leaps of faith to get where I am at today

Show Notes & References:

  • If you want to hire a coach that has been where you are today, schedule a free breakthrough call and let’s discuss exactly how to get out of feeling stuck: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>11 years ago, when I was pregnant with my daughter, I felt like I was in the middle of an identity crisis. I didn’t know who I was or what I wanted out of life, my career or motherhood. I was driven by success and achievement and I knew that wasn’t going to serve me as I started a family. I knew I needed to make some changes, but I had no idea what to do or how to do it.

I went on my own self-discovery journey, that eventually led me to become a coach. But it was an up and down journey that took getting comfortable with failure, uncertainty and required an increase in confidence.

In today’s episode, I share my personal working mom journey and how I went from confusion and unfulfillment to success and balance. It required several leaps of faith and I will tell you how I navigated each of them.

Topics in this episode:

  • I was the breadwinner of the family and it felt too irresponsible to make a change
  • I had to get comfortable with potential failure
  • Developing an internal compass to help guide my decisions was key
  • I never knew “for sure” if things would work out, but I did it anyway
  • It took risky investments of money and leaps of faith to get where I am at today

Show Notes & References:

  • If you want to hire a coach that has been where you are today, schedule a free breakthrough call and let’s discuss exactly how to get out of feeling stuck: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>8282738a-884f-4a25-8109-7dc794b21abcMon, 12 Feb 2024 03:00:00 -070026:28falsefull155155What to do when you fail at your goalsWhat to do when you fail at your goalsMotivation becomes almost non-existent by February for new year’s resolutions and goals. If you are like many working moms, you probably want a “redo” or to start fresh this month or perhaps you’re even ready to quit. But here’s the thing, quitting or even starting over is one of the worst things you can do.

There’s a reason why you didn’t make progress towards yours goals in January and you need to know exactly what didn’t work and why so you can fix it moving forward. But if you decide to start again, you’re likely not going to evaluate your failed attempts. In fact, avoiding thinking about failure is probably one of the reasons why you want to start over to begin with.

In this episode I make a case for why you should keep going toward your goals instead of start fresh, take a “redo” or even quit. Additionally, I will offer 3 insights into why that is the better direction to take especially if you find yourself already off track for the year.

Topics in this episode:

  • What you miss out on if you try to start again toward your goals
  • The importance of failure and building a failure tolerance
  • The role emotions play in you making progress toward your goals (or not)
  • You have 2 options right now, when it comes to your new year’s resolutions or goals – here is how each of them will play out

Show Notes & References:

  • Prioritize yourself and your goals this year by working with a coach. Learn more about how coaching works and next steps: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>Motivation becomes almost non-existent by February for new year’s resolutions and goals. If you are like many working moms, you probably want a “redo” or to start fresh this month or perhaps you’re even ready to quit. But here’s the thing, quitting or even starting over is one of the worst things you can do.

There’s a reason why you didn’t make progress towards yours goals in January and you need to know exactly what didn’t work and why so you can fix it moving forward. But if you decide to start again, you’re likely not going to evaluate your failed attempts. In fact, avoiding thinking about failure is probably one of the reasons why you want to start over to begin with.

In this episode I make a case for why you should keep going toward your goals instead of start fresh, take a “redo” or even quit. Additionally, I will offer 3 insights into why that is the better direction to take especially if you find yourself already off track for the year.

Topics in this episode:

  • What you miss out on if you try to start again toward your goals
  • The importance of failure and building a failure tolerance
  • The role emotions play in you making progress toward your goals (or not)
  • You have 2 options right now, when it comes to your new year’s resolutions or goals – here is how each of them will play out

Show Notes & References:

  • Prioritize yourself and your goals this year by working with a coach. Learn more about how coaching works and next steps: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>979dfcb1-717b-42a0-a45a-ca007c075db3Mon, 05 Feb 2024 03:00:00 -070026:39falsefull154154Sex after kids (with Danielle Savory)Sex after kids (with Danielle Savory)If there’s one thing that gets completely de-prioritized by every mom I know, it’s SEX. Look, I don’t know about you, but I don’t want to just be roommates with my partner. I want a fun, exciting and consistent sex life. But as ambitious working moms this can be hard! It becomes one more thing you “have” to do and it feels more like a chore rather than an intimate experience. So to help us figure out what it takes to prioritize sex after kids, I interviewed sex and pleasure coach, Danielle Savory. In the episode Danielle and I talk about why sex after kids is so hard and why it's important to put effort into a better sex life (the impact goes far beyond the bedroom). Danielle also shares her #1 tool for making sex a priority and how to “warm yourself up” so that you’re ready to go when sex happens. This is a juicy one, so let’s get to it!

Topics in this episode:

  • Why is sex after kids so hard?
  • Normalizing the physical and emotional changes that happen after having kids that make sex more difficult.
  • The importance of pleasure (not necessarily just the kind that happens in the bedroom)
  • How to avoid your partner always thinking a snuggle means you “want it”.
  • Scheduling sex and why you should do it
  • Tips for how to speed up the desire for intimacy

Show Notes & References:


]]>If there’s one thing that gets completely de-prioritized by every mom I know, it’s SEX. Look, I don’t know about you, but I don’t want to just be roommates with my partner. I want a fun, exciting and consistent sex life. But as ambitious working moms this can be hard! It becomes one more thing you “have” to do and it feels more like a chore rather than an intimate experience. So to help us figure out what it takes to prioritize sex after kids, I interviewed sex and pleasure coach, Danielle Savory. In the episode Danielle and I talk about why sex after kids is so hard and why it's important to put effort into a better sex life (the impact goes far beyond the bedroom). Danielle also shares her #1 tool for making sex a priority and how to “warm yourself up” so that you’re ready to go when sex happens. This is a juicy one, so let’s get to it!

Topics in this episode:

  • Why is sex after kids so hard?
  • Normalizing the physical and emotional changes that happen after having kids that make sex more difficult.
  • The importance of pleasure (not necessarily just the kind that happens in the bedroom)
  • How to avoid your partner always thinking a snuggle means you “want it”.
  • Scheduling sex and why you should do it
  • Tips for how to speed up the desire for intimacy

Show Notes & References:


]]>d66e048c-1c57-4505-9c16-adbb2feddb79Mon, 29 Jan 2024 03:00:00 -070046:26falsefull153153Advancing your career in 2024 with Stacy MayerAdvancing your career in 2024 with Stacy MayerWhat’s it going to take to get promoted and advance your career in 2024? I asked this question to executive coach and promotion strategist, Stacy Mayer, who explained that the first step to getting promoted is ownership. We need to decide, as women, what we want out of our career and what we are willing to do (and not do) to get it. In today’s episode, Stacy shares with us what it takes to own your advancing career, how to get exposure to your boss’s boss through strategic ally meetings and the #1 thing you can do, right now, to lay a foundation for a promotion by the end of the year.

Topics in this episode:

  • What’s different about 2024, when it comes to getting promoted, then in past years?
  • What is different about how men have traditionally been promoted vs. women today?
  • Setting up ally meetings and what to say
  • The importance of building trust and the 3 aspects of trust that are required to get promoted
  • Do you need to shut down your emotions to get promoted?

Show Notes & References:


]]>What’s it going to take to get promoted and advance your career in 2024? I asked this question to executive coach and promotion strategist, Stacy Mayer, who explained that the first step to getting promoted is ownership. We need to decide, as women, what we want out of our career and what we are willing to do (and not do) to get it. In today’s episode, Stacy shares with us what it takes to own your advancing career, how to get exposure to your boss’s boss through strategic ally meetings and the #1 thing you can do, right now, to lay a foundation for a promotion by the end of the year.

Topics in this episode:

  • What’s different about 2024, when it comes to getting promoted, then in past years?
  • What is different about how men have traditionally been promoted vs. women today?
  • Setting up ally meetings and what to say
  • The importance of building trust and the 3 aspects of trust that are required to get promoted
  • Do you need to shut down your emotions to get promoted?

Show Notes & References:


]]>cb2aa7ba-11d9-4c2e-93ed-41c92e5f1027Mon, 22 Jan 2024 03:00:00 -070047:19falsefull152152Select an effective word-of-the-year in 3 stepsSelect an effective word-of-the-year in 3 stepsI’ve been selecting a word of the year for the past 20 years, so I know a thing or two about not just how to select a word but how to make it an effective practice. In today’s podcast I’m sharing with you why the word-of-the-year practice is important if you want to create an ambitious and balanced life this year, I’ll give you my quick 3-step process on how to select a word, and most importantly I will share exactly what you need to do in order to keep it top of mind, so it can fuel you all year long.

Topics in this episode: 

  • Why select a word of the year?  
  • What is important when selecting a word? 
  • My, personal, 2024 word of the year and manifestation statements 
  • How to create a roadmap to manifesting your word 
  • What you need in order to give yourself the best chance at manifesting your word this year

Show Notes & References:  

  • Give yourself a 9/10 chance of making your goals happen in 2024 by working with me you, a specialized working mom coach. Click here to schedule a free call to learn more: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com  
  • Send me your word of the year and manifestation statements via email and I promise to respond personally! Email me at: rebecca@rebeccaolsoncoaching.com 
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>I’ve been selecting a word of the year for the past 20 years, so I know a thing or two about not just how to select a word but how to make it an effective practice. In today’s podcast I’m sharing with you why the word-of-the-year practice is important if you want to create an ambitious and balanced life this year, I’ll give you my quick 3-step process on how to select a word, and most importantly I will share exactly what you need to do in order to keep it top of mind, so it can fuel you all year long.

Topics in this episode: 

  • Why select a word of the year?  
  • What is important when selecting a word? 
  • My, personal, 2024 word of the year and manifestation statements 
  • How to create a roadmap to manifesting your word 
  • What you need in order to give yourself the best chance at manifesting your word this year

Show Notes & References:  

  • Give yourself a 9/10 chance of making your goals happen in 2024 by working with me you, a specialized working mom coach. Click here to schedule a free call to learn more: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com  
  • Send me your word of the year and manifestation statements via email and I promise to respond personally! Email me at: rebecca@rebeccaolsoncoaching.com 
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>c1a7670e-2b51-4830-bbdf-a192a00d6bfcMon, 15 Jan 2024 03:00:00 -070025:46falsefull151151The #1 mindset for 2024 and 5 things to expect when cultivating itThe #1 mindset for 2024 and 5 things to expect when cultivating itThe #1 mindset to help you get unstuck and meet all your goals this year is: I can figure it out. This one thought, as you learn to cultivate it, will help you to move towards your goals and create the both/and life you want. There’s no settling this year working moms, this is the year that you stop over working, you get yourself into a job that you love and you make yourself a priority. In this episode, I’ll be sharing why this “I can figure it out” mindset is important for 2024 and how it will help you get unstuck as well as 5 things to expect when you start cultivating it.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why working moms are feeling so stuck as they enter 2024.
  • A mindset that gets you out of “stuckness” and has you moving toward your goals.
  • Believing the answers are inside of you.
  • The importance of failing when going after your ambitious life.
  • Focus on “why” instead of “how”.
  • Why expecting old patterns to creep back up is important to meeting your goals.
  • The most important thoughts in your head are the thoughts you think about yourself.

Show Notes & References:

  • Don’t reinvent the wheel. I can help you get unstuck and into a new job, new working behaviors and new found confidence in 2024 in just 6 months. IClick here to learn more about the process and to book a free call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>The #1 mindset to help you get unstuck and meet all your goals this year is: I can figure it out. This one thought, as you learn to cultivate it, will help you to move towards your goals and create the both/and life you want. There’s no settling this year working moms, this is the year that you stop over working, you get yourself into a job that you love and you make yourself a priority. In this episode, I’ll be sharing why this “I can figure it out” mindset is important for 2024 and how it will help you get unstuck as well as 5 things to expect when you start cultivating it.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why working moms are feeling so stuck as they enter 2024.
  • A mindset that gets you out of “stuckness” and has you moving toward your goals.
  • Believing the answers are inside of you.
  • The importance of failing when going after your ambitious life.
  • Focus on “why” instead of “how”.
  • Why expecting old patterns to creep back up is important to meeting your goals.
  • The most important thoughts in your head are the thoughts you think about yourself.

Show Notes & References:

  • Don’t reinvent the wheel. I can help you get unstuck and into a new job, new working behaviors and new found confidence in 2024 in just 6 months. IClick here to learn more about the process and to book a free call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>d5cb31fc-6960-4fb5-a532-41aaaf0e7a70Mon, 08 Jan 2024 03:00:00 -070027:28falsefull150150The motherhood identity crisis (rebroadcast)The motherhood identity crisis (rebroadcast)The motherhood identity crisis is the internal questioning that happens after you start having kids. “Who am I?” and “What do I want?” are fundamental questions that need to be answered in order for you to continue operating as an ambitious woman. In today’s podcast I am sharing with you two reasons why women experience an identity crisis after becoming a mom and what they can do to help themselves through it.

Topics in this episode:

  • Normalizing the identity crisis after motherhood
  • The importance of knowing who you are and what you want
  • Why ambitious career driven women experience a crisis after having kids
  • 3 steps to moving yourself through the motherhood identity crisis
  • How coaching can help you get out of crisis mode faster

Show Notes & References:

  • Get out of crisis mode and into an intentionally balanced life! Click here to schedule a free call www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!
  • Want on going support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>The motherhood identity crisis is the internal questioning that happens after you start having kids. “Who am I?” and “What do I want?” are fundamental questions that need to be answered in order for you to continue operating as an ambitious woman. In today’s podcast I am sharing with you two reasons why women experience an identity crisis after becoming a mom and what they can do to help themselves through it.

Topics in this episode:

  • Normalizing the identity crisis after motherhood
  • The importance of knowing who you are and what you want
  • Why ambitious career driven women experience a crisis after having kids
  • 3 steps to moving yourself through the motherhood identity crisis
  • How coaching can help you get out of crisis mode faster

Show Notes & References:

  • Get out of crisis mode and into an intentionally balanced life! Click here to schedule a free call www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!
  • Want on going support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>1dbc88da-b47f-43b0-8463-afddcb0d7b30Mon, 01 Jan 2024 03:00:00 -070025:18falsefull149149Love your current life (rebroadcast)Love your current life (rebroadcast)The fastest way to get to the balanced and fulfilling working mom life you desire is to love your current working mom life. When you need something to change, you feel dependent on it for happiness. When you feel satisfied and happy with the life you already have, you feel more confident in yourself and your ability to navigate through any changes you desire. In today’s episode, I am explaining why the fastest way to make a change is to love your life without it changing.

Topics in this episode:

  • 3 practical exercises to help you see your current life as amazing
  • Why I cried my eyes out, twice last week
  • The difference between gratitude and satisfaction and why satisfaction is more powerful
  • Our brains naturally see what isn’t going well and what you need to do to redirect it
  • Sorting out want vs. need

Show Notes & References:

  • Stop waiting for a job change, a promotion, to have more money or for your kids to get a little older before going after the life you want! Work with me and you will begin to love your current life while taking steps toward your big goals. Click here to learn more and to schedule a call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>The fastest way to get to the balanced and fulfilling working mom life you desire is to love your current working mom life. When you need something to change, you feel dependent on it for happiness. When you feel satisfied and happy with the life you already have, you feel more confident in yourself and your ability to navigate through any changes you desire. In today’s episode, I am explaining why the fastest way to make a change is to love your life without it changing.

Topics in this episode:

  • 3 practical exercises to help you see your current life as amazing
  • Why I cried my eyes out, twice last week
  • The difference between gratitude and satisfaction and why satisfaction is more powerful
  • Our brains naturally see what isn’t going well and what you need to do to redirect it
  • Sorting out want vs. need

Show Notes & References:

  • Stop waiting for a job change, a promotion, to have more money or for your kids to get a little older before going after the life you want! Work with me and you will begin to love your current life while taking steps toward your big goals. Click here to learn more and to schedule a call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>865632a6-4105-4450-81a7-a42e6ccadb1fMon, 25 Dec 2023 03:00:00 -070025:46falsefull148148The best end-of-year practiceThe best end-of-year practiceAs the year ends, your brain is seeking closure for the things that have taken place and is ready to reset for the year ahead. In today’s podcast I want to teach you the #1 end-of-year practice that will make this reflection time effective and energizing. It will help your mind focus on all of the good that happened this year, show you exactly how to grow and improve and give specific next steps to move forward into the new year. I’m teaching this entire process right here on this episode and giving six tips to ensure that the practice is 100% effective.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why does our brains like closure?
  • 3 steps to an effective evaluation
  • Learning and growth doesn’t happen when we live life, it happens as we reflect on life
  • The importance of focusing on the good first
  • 6 tips to make the evaluation process the most effective
  • Don’t forget to think about what is internally driving your decisions as you evaluate

Show Notes & References:

  • Let’s evaluate your year together and decide exactly what you need to make 2024 your best year yet. Take the next step by booking a free breakthrough call. Click here to book: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book.
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

Enjoying the podcast?


]]>As the year ends, your brain is seeking closure for the things that have taken place and is ready to reset for the year ahead. In today’s podcast I want to teach you the #1 end-of-year practice that will make this reflection time effective and energizing. It will help your mind focus on all of the good that happened this year, show you exactly how to grow and improve and give specific next steps to move forward into the new year. I’m teaching this entire process right here on this episode and giving six tips to ensure that the practice is 100% effective.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why does our brains like closure?
  • 3 steps to an effective evaluation
  • Learning and growth doesn’t happen when we live life, it happens as we reflect on life
  • The importance of focusing on the good first
  • 6 tips to make the evaluation process the most effective
  • Don’t forget to think about what is internally driving your decisions as you evaluate

Show Notes & References:

  • Let’s evaluate your year together and decide exactly what you need to make 2024 your best year yet. Take the next step by booking a free breakthrough call. Click here to book: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book.
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

Enjoying the podcast?


]]>94b64506-3619-423b-9617-98b9d23f6bfdMon, 18 Dec 2023 03:00:00 -070025:02falsefull147147Coaching vs. therapyCoaching vs. therapyCoaching or therapy? This is a question that comes up for women that are trying to decide what kind of help they need. When should you hire a coach instead of a therapist? How does coaching and therapy differ? What should you expect in coaching? By the end of today’s episode, you will have clarity on which path to take to help you meet your goals.

Topics in this episode:

  • What is the difference between coaching and therapy?
  • When should you hire a coach? When should you hire a therapist?
  • How do the approaches differ?
  • What does life coaching with Rebecca look like?
  • Why is Rebecca’s coaching program 6 months?

Show Notes & References:

  • If you have established that coaching is the best approach for you to get unstuck and hit your goals, take the next step by booking a free breakthrough call. Click here to book: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book.
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>Coaching or therapy? This is a question that comes up for women that are trying to decide what kind of help they need. When should you hire a coach instead of a therapist? How does coaching and therapy differ? What should you expect in coaching? By the end of today’s episode, you will have clarity on which path to take to help you meet your goals.

Topics in this episode:

  • What is the difference between coaching and therapy?
  • When should you hire a coach? When should you hire a therapist?
  • How do the approaches differ?
  • What does life coaching with Rebecca look like?
  • Why is Rebecca’s coaching program 6 months?

Show Notes & References:

  • If you have established that coaching is the best approach for you to get unstuck and hit your goals, take the next step by booking a free breakthrough call. Click here to book: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book.
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>b1a6f2f8-5b71-4a03-9189-125be09e1903Mon, 11 Dec 2023 03:00:00 -070018:17falsefull146146Holiday mistake #6: Not scheduling times for rest and funHoliday mistake #6: Not scheduling times for rest and funThere are 6 common mistakes that create stress and overwhelm for working moms during the holiday season. During this mini-series I will cover each mistake and teach you how to correct it. In today’s episode I dive into mistake #6: not scheduling times for rest and fun. Without time set aside to rest, your “free time” during the holidays will be snatched up with doing more and checking one more thing off your list. The best way to ensure you have the rest and fun you want this season is to literally calendar it in. In today’s episode I will offer 2 types of rest you should put in your calendar as well as some ideas for what to do with that time.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why you don’t want to be booked from morning to night
  • What happens when you don’t schedule in rest time
  • Why you should schedule rest DURING your workday
  • Ideas of how to spend your rest time

Show Notes & References:

  • Learn how to process and let go of stress and overwhelm all year long? Click here to schedule a free call to discuss coaching and how to stop reacting to life: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>There are 6 common mistakes that create stress and overwhelm for working moms during the holiday season. During this mini-series I will cover each mistake and teach you how to correct it. In today’s episode I dive into mistake #6: not scheduling times for rest and fun. Without time set aside to rest, your “free time” during the holidays will be snatched up with doing more and checking one more thing off your list. The best way to ensure you have the rest and fun you want this season is to literally calendar it in. In today’s episode I will offer 2 types of rest you should put in your calendar as well as some ideas for what to do with that time.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why you don’t want to be booked from morning to night
  • What happens when you don’t schedule in rest time
  • Why you should schedule rest DURING your workday
  • Ideas of how to spend your rest time

Show Notes & References:

  • Learn how to process and let go of stress and overwhelm all year long? Click here to schedule a free call to discuss coaching and how to stop reacting to life: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>b5abfa5c-8755-4f98-8669-f8bb8646b4c4Wed, 06 Dec 2023 03:00:00 -070012:03falsefull145145Holiday mistake #5: Not having a plan for when things get off trackHoliday mistake #5: Not having a plan for when things get off trackThere are 6 common mistakes that create stress and overwhelm for working moms during the holiday season. During this mini-series I will cover each mistake and teach you how to correct it. In today’s episode I dive into mistake #5: not having a plan for when you feel stressed and overwhelmed. Things will not always go according to plan during the holidays. At some point you will find yourself off-track feeling stressed out in ways you don’t want. This is to be expected and it’s not a big deal as long as you anticipate it and have a plan to get yourself back on track.

Topics in this episode:

  • It’s not a big deal if you find yourself stressed out and overwhelmed – it’s to be expected.
  • Why it’s important to anticipate things getting off track
  • You can’t make everything go perfectly over the holidays, but you can have a plan to get yourself back on track
  • A good plan has 2 parts: handling your default thoughts and emotions and getting your head and heart in alignment with your vision for the holidays

Show Notes & References:


]]>There are 6 common mistakes that create stress and overwhelm for working moms during the holiday season. During this mini-series I will cover each mistake and teach you how to correct it. In today’s episode I dive into mistake #5: not having a plan for when you feel stressed and overwhelmed. Things will not always go according to plan during the holidays. At some point you will find yourself off-track feeling stressed out in ways you don’t want. This is to be expected and it’s not a big deal as long as you anticipate it and have a plan to get yourself back on track.

Topics in this episode:

  • It’s not a big deal if you find yourself stressed out and overwhelmed – it’s to be expected.
  • Why it’s important to anticipate things getting off track
  • You can’t make everything go perfectly over the holidays, but you can have a plan to get yourself back on track
  • A good plan has 2 parts: handling your default thoughts and emotions and getting your head and heart in alignment with your vision for the holidays

Show Notes & References:


]]>3e86358b-3635-472f-9f57-f3e941e11279Mon, 04 Dec 2023 03:00:00 -070014:53falsefull144144Holiday mistake #4: Not expecting big emotionsHoliday mistake #4: Not expecting big emotionsThere are 6 common mistakes that create stress and overwhelm for working moms during the holiday season. During this mini-series I will cover each mistake and teach you how to correct it. In today’s episode I dive into mistake #4: not expecting big emotions. During the holidays, there will be more meltdowns for both you and your kids. It’s to be expected. Everyone is off rhythms and there is simply more expectations and demands on everyone. In this episode I share why it is vital for you to expect big emotions and create a plan to compassionately handle them.

Topics in this episode:

  • The challenge with transitions and why they cause big emotions.
  • What happens when you anticipate emotions.
  • Why normalizing emotions will help you this holiday season.
  • What is an effective plan for dealing with your emotions.

Show Notes & References:

  • Learn how to process and let go of stress and overwhelm all year long? Click here to schedule a free call to discuss coaching and how to stop reacting to life: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>There are 6 common mistakes that create stress and overwhelm for working moms during the holiday season. During this mini-series I will cover each mistake and teach you how to correct it. In today’s episode I dive into mistake #4: not expecting big emotions. During the holidays, there will be more meltdowns for both you and your kids. It’s to be expected. Everyone is off rhythms and there is simply more expectations and demands on everyone. In this episode I share why it is vital for you to expect big emotions and create a plan to compassionately handle them.

Topics in this episode:

  • The challenge with transitions and why they cause big emotions.
  • What happens when you anticipate emotions.
  • Why normalizing emotions will help you this holiday season.
  • What is an effective plan for dealing with your emotions.

Show Notes & References:

  • Learn how to process and let go of stress and overwhelm all year long? Click here to schedule a free call to discuss coaching and how to stop reacting to life: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>6455202c-00bf-4a80-8286-d6a6345dd6bbWed, 29 Nov 2023 03:00:00 -070011:03falsefull143143Holiday mistake #3: Not deciding when to be OFF workHoliday mistake #3: Not deciding when to be OFF workThere are 6 common mistakes that create stress and overwhelm for working moms during the holiday season. During this mini-series I will cover each mistake and teach you how to correct it. In today’s episode I dive into mistake #3: not deciding when you will work and when you will not. Without a clear commitment to NOT work, your brain is going to default to always being available and checking email in all the “in-between” moments. In today’s episode, I explain 3 steps to ensuring you only work during the times you planned.

Topics in this episode:

  1. Why deciding NOT to work is just as important as deciding when you will
  2. Your brain will remain in default work-mode unless you decide otherwise
  3. Decide ahead of time, when you will check email on your phone and when you will not
  4. What do you do when your brain really wants to work at time you don’t want to
  5. The crucial moment you either follow-through with your plan or you don’t

Show Notes & References:

  • Ep 84: Get back on track in 2 minutes or less
  • Want a tailored coaching experience that takes into account your unique needs and circumstances but is based on the success of hundreds of other working moms? Click here to schedule a free call to discuss coaching and to hear more about your unique plan: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>There are 6 common mistakes that create stress and overwhelm for working moms during the holiday season. During this mini-series I will cover each mistake and teach you how to correct it. In today’s episode I dive into mistake #3: not deciding when you will work and when you will not. Without a clear commitment to NOT work, your brain is going to default to always being available and checking email in all the “in-between” moments. In today’s episode, I explain 3 steps to ensuring you only work during the times you planned.

Topics in this episode:

  1. Why deciding NOT to work is just as important as deciding when you will
  2. Your brain will remain in default work-mode unless you decide otherwise
  3. Decide ahead of time, when you will check email on your phone and when you will not
  4. What do you do when your brain really wants to work at time you don’t want to
  5. The crucial moment you either follow-through with your plan or you don’t

Show Notes & References:

  • Ep 84: Get back on track in 2 minutes or less
  • Want a tailored coaching experience that takes into account your unique needs and circumstances but is based on the success of hundreds of other working moms? Click here to schedule a free call to discuss coaching and to hear more about your unique plan: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>04a24eb6-e7df-4a1d-a3f1-51628ece913dMon, 27 Nov 2023 03:00:00 -070014:09falsefull142142Holiday mistake #2: Not creating a specific planHoliday mistake #2: Not creating a specific planThere are 6 common mistakes that create stress and overwhelm for working moms during the holiday season. During this mini-series I will cover each mistake and teach you how to correct it. In today’s episode I dive into mistake #2: not creating a specific plan to achieve the holiday experience you want. To ensure you are successful this holiday season, all the tasks, activities and rest time must be scheduled into your calendar. In today’s episode, I explain how to calendar your holiday plan with ease so the holidays feel easy and doable.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why you should calendar your plans, tasks, activities and leisure time this holiday season
  • The importance of scheduling in time for rest and fun
  • How to determine if your plan is doable or overwhelming
  • Ways of keeping yourself accountable to your plan

Show Notes & References:

  • Need to create a plan to stop overworking and schedule in more leisure time in 2024? Click here to learn more about coaching and to schedule a free call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>There are 6 common mistakes that create stress and overwhelm for working moms during the holiday season. During this mini-series I will cover each mistake and teach you how to correct it. In today’s episode I dive into mistake #2: not creating a specific plan to achieve the holiday experience you want. To ensure you are successful this holiday season, all the tasks, activities and rest time must be scheduled into your calendar. In today’s episode, I explain how to calendar your holiday plan with ease so the holidays feel easy and doable.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why you should calendar your plans, tasks, activities and leisure time this holiday season
  • The importance of scheduling in time for rest and fun
  • How to determine if your plan is doable or overwhelming
  • Ways of keeping yourself accountable to your plan

Show Notes & References:

  • Need to create a plan to stop overworking and schedule in more leisure time in 2024? Click here to learn more about coaching and to schedule a free call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>7c6ba4bc-1b7b-402d-956e-6037e6509d04Wed, 22 Nov 2023 03:00:00 -070015:11falsefull141141Holiday mistake #1: Not defining successHoliday mistake #1: Not defining successThere are 6 common mistakes that create stress and overwhelm for working moms during the holiday season. During this mini-series I will cover each mistake and teach you how to correct it. In today’s episode I dive into mistake #1: not having a clear definition of success this holiday season. How do you want the holidays to feel? What do you want to focus on? What would make you feel like the holidays were a success? Your brain is craving this level of clarity and in today’s episode I walk you through a quick exercise to help you define exactly what you want out of this holiday season.

Topics in this episode:

  • Your brain craves direction this holiday season
  • What do you want to do (and what do you NOT want to do) this holiday season?
  • The importance of feeling success ahead of time
  • Cultivating a mindset that will create success this holiday season

Show Notes & References:

  • Need clarity in life, not just this holiday season? Click here to learn more about coaching and to schedule a free call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>There are 6 common mistakes that create stress and overwhelm for working moms during the holiday season. During this mini-series I will cover each mistake and teach you how to correct it. In today’s episode I dive into mistake #1: not having a clear definition of success this holiday season. How do you want the holidays to feel? What do you want to focus on? What would make you feel like the holidays were a success? Your brain is craving this level of clarity and in today’s episode I walk you through a quick exercise to help you define exactly what you want out of this holiday season.

Topics in this episode:

  • Your brain craves direction this holiday season
  • What do you want to do (and what do you NOT want to do) this holiday season?
  • The importance of feeling success ahead of time
  • Cultivating a mindset that will create success this holiday season

Show Notes & References:

  • Need clarity in life, not just this holiday season? Click here to learn more about coaching and to schedule a free call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>a0414876-97d2-4ffa-a1fd-4289b037ca0aMon, 20 Nov 2023 03:00:00 -070014:43falsefull1401407 ways to redirect your “not enough” thoughts7 ways to redirect your “not enough” thoughtsEveryone has “not enough” thoughts. These are the thoughts that sound like, “you’re not doing enough”, “you’re not good enough” or “you should be further ahead”. They are thoughts that make you think you are failing, behind or an imposter. In today’s podcast I will teach you 7 ways to redirect these thoughts. I will also explain the origin of these thoughts and the impact they have when you don’t redirect them.

Topics in this episode:

  • My trip to NYC with my husband and the thought that had me feeling like a failure while there
  • The importance of understanding the impact of your “not enough” thoughts
  • Why do we keep thinking “not enough” thoughts?
  • 7 ways to redirect your “not enough” thoughts
  • My favorite way to change my not enough thought – sufficiency

Show Notes & References:


]]>Everyone has “not enough” thoughts. These are the thoughts that sound like, “you’re not doing enough”, “you’re not good enough” or “you should be further ahead”. They are thoughts that make you think you are failing, behind or an imposter. In today’s podcast I will teach you 7 ways to redirect these thoughts. I will also explain the origin of these thoughts and the impact they have when you don’t redirect them.

Topics in this episode:

  • My trip to NYC with my husband and the thought that had me feeling like a failure while there
  • The importance of understanding the impact of your “not enough” thoughts
  • Why do we keep thinking “not enough” thoughts?
  • 7 ways to redirect your “not enough” thoughts
  • My favorite way to change my not enough thought – sufficiency

Show Notes & References:


]]>41e03bef-2833-472a-ada0-07049436d735Mon, 13 Nov 2023 03:00:00 -070030:05falsefull139139Buffering EmotionsBuffering EmotionsWhen you do something other than the thing that you know you need to be doing you are buffering. Buffering is when you avoid your priorities, commitments, or boundaries because following through feels bad. On today’s podcast I’m talking about buffering your emotions. I will share several examples from my clients, and myself, on what it looks like to buffer your emotions and then I will offer you the steps to stop buffering when you realize you’re doing it.

Topics in this episode:

  • The only thing that gets in the way of you following through with your commitments and priorities is an uncomfortable emotion.
  • The most common emotions we like to buffer: inadequacy, failure, incompetence and incapable
  • My favorite buffering behavior is getting a cup of tea and texting my friends
  • Identify your own buffering triggers and behaviors
  • 5 steps to end the buffering when you realize you are doing it

Show Notes & References:

  • Have you been listening to this podcast for a while, but still can’t seem to put into practice all the strategies and tools we discuss? Then it’s time to book a free breakthrough call where we will create a plan for how we can move you forward through coaching. Click here to schedule your free call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book.
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>When you do something other than the thing that you know you need to be doing you are buffering. Buffering is when you avoid your priorities, commitments, or boundaries because following through feels bad. On today’s podcast I’m talking about buffering your emotions. I will share several examples from my clients, and myself, on what it looks like to buffer your emotions and then I will offer you the steps to stop buffering when you realize you’re doing it.

Topics in this episode:

  • The only thing that gets in the way of you following through with your commitments and priorities is an uncomfortable emotion.
  • The most common emotions we like to buffer: inadequacy, failure, incompetence and incapable
  • My favorite buffering behavior is getting a cup of tea and texting my friends
  • Identify your own buffering triggers and behaviors
  • 5 steps to end the buffering when you realize you are doing it

Show Notes & References:

  • Have you been listening to this podcast for a while, but still can’t seem to put into practice all the strategies and tools we discuss? Then it’s time to book a free breakthrough call where we will create a plan for how we can move you forward through coaching. Click here to schedule your free call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book.
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>f56020b2-a754-4217-947a-a00de8e0d0f7Mon, 06 Nov 2023 03:00:00 -070019:52falsefull138138The long term results of coaching (with Nicole Anderson)The long term results of coaching (with Nicole Anderson)My client, Nicole, shares the long-term results that she has experienced from coaching. Nicole started working with me almost 3 years ago and on today’s podcast she shares how she learned to calm herself and the impact of those “calming” tools, what it took for her to lean into conflict and how that transformed her work and what it has taken for her to truly make time for the things that matter.

Topics in this episode:

  • What your spouse and friends will notice when you hire a coach
  • Coaching is not just to get you through today, it teaches you tools and mindsets that will have lasting effects.
  • Why learning to stay “calm” is a such a vital part of being a working mom
  • How to deal with the little self-doubt voice in your head
  • What it take to make time for the things that matter most

Show Notes & References:


]]>My client, Nicole, shares the long-term results that she has experienced from coaching. Nicole started working with me almost 3 years ago and on today’s podcast she shares how she learned to calm herself and the impact of those “calming” tools, what it took for her to lean into conflict and how that transformed her work and what it has taken for her to truly make time for the things that matter.

Topics in this episode:

  • What your spouse and friends will notice when you hire a coach
  • Coaching is not just to get you through today, it teaches you tools and mindsets that will have lasting effects.
  • Why learning to stay “calm” is a such a vital part of being a working mom
  • How to deal with the little self-doubt voice in your head
  • What it take to make time for the things that matter most

Show Notes & References:


]]>c5444067-e1e7-44d6-88e3-83d8aa24292eMon, 30 Oct 2023 03:00:00 -070043:08falsefull137137Stop saying “This shouldn’t be hard”Stop saying “This shouldn’t be hard”Nobody promised ease in life. Nobody said being a working mom, a parent, a partner, finding work-life balance, getting a fulfilling job or putting up boundaries would be easy. So what would happen if you dropped that expectation and moved into radical acceptance that things are meant to be hard? In today’s podcast, I’m sharing how when you stop fighting the “hard” in life, you open up to problem solve differently so you reach your goals faster and with more ease.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why we think things should be easier?
  • How does problem solving challenges get easier when you accept that things are hard?
  • Why you shouldn’t fear allowing yourself to be angry, disappointed, sad or frustrated
  • How self-judgement creates extra “hardship” when you are trying to reach your goals

Show Notes & References:

  • Ready to experience radical acceptance of yourself and life’s “hard” circumstances? I will help you to learn how to accept and create more effective plans/processes for reaching your goals and having a happy and fulfilling working mom life.
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>Nobody promised ease in life. Nobody said being a working mom, a parent, a partner, finding work-life balance, getting a fulfilling job or putting up boundaries would be easy. So what would happen if you dropped that expectation and moved into radical acceptance that things are meant to be hard? In today’s podcast, I’m sharing how when you stop fighting the “hard” in life, you open up to problem solve differently so you reach your goals faster and with more ease.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why we think things should be easier?
  • How does problem solving challenges get easier when you accept that things are hard?
  • Why you shouldn’t fear allowing yourself to be angry, disappointed, sad or frustrated
  • How self-judgement creates extra “hardship” when you are trying to reach your goals

Show Notes & References:

  • Ready to experience radical acceptance of yourself and life’s “hard” circumstances? I will help you to learn how to accept and create more effective plans/processes for reaching your goals and having a happy and fulfilling working mom life.
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>20dee697-7b4f-45ab-99db-c5d7c2732e49Mon, 23 Oct 2023 03:00:00 -070022:31falsefull136136Listener question and answer (part 1)Listener question and answer (part 1)On today’s episode I am answering 3 listener questions: How do you and your ambitious spouse BOTH make strides in your careers at the same time without neglecting the family? How do you stay confident even when there is a gap in your resume? How do I get my friends and coworkers to focus on the mindset of balance?

Topics in this episode:

  • Is it possible for both you and your spouse to rise up in your career at the same time or is it always one then the other?
  • Redefining success so that you stop thinking you need to work more hours to be more successful
  • Clearly understanding your tradeoffs will help you make more confident decisions
  • The transition from being a stay-at-home mom to a working mom and vice versa
  • How to navigate the “gap” on your resume
  • Dealing with other’s emotions when you make large career pivots
  • Learning to be ok with other people’s stress and overworking behavior

Show Notes & References:

  • Have a question you want answered on a future episode? Send me an email at rebecca@rebeccaolsoncoaching.com.
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>On today’s episode I am answering 3 listener questions: How do you and your ambitious spouse BOTH make strides in your careers at the same time without neglecting the family? How do you stay confident even when there is a gap in your resume? How do I get my friends and coworkers to focus on the mindset of balance?

Topics in this episode:

  • Is it possible for both you and your spouse to rise up in your career at the same time or is it always one then the other?
  • Redefining success so that you stop thinking you need to work more hours to be more successful
  • Clearly understanding your tradeoffs will help you make more confident decisions
  • The transition from being a stay-at-home mom to a working mom and vice versa
  • How to navigate the “gap” on your resume
  • Dealing with other’s emotions when you make large career pivots
  • Learning to be ok with other people’s stress and overworking behavior

Show Notes & References:

  • Have a question you want answered on a future episode? Send me an email at rebecca@rebeccaolsoncoaching.com.
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>135392c0-3178-426e-8276-f7755df1d3c1Mon, 16 Oct 2023 03:00:00 -070033:44falsefull135135Prioritizing your marriage (with Dr. Chavonne Perotte)Prioritizing your marriage (with Dr. Chavonne Perotte)What does it take to start moving your marriage up the priority list (even if your spouse does not)? To answer this question, I invited life and marriage coach, Dr. Chavonne Perotte, to share with us some strategies and tools she uses in her coaching practice. We talk about what it takes to get on the same team so it’s not you against your spouse as you navigate challenges like: how to make household duties and responsibilities more equitable? We talk about creating a culture change in your marriage where you make decisions together as roles and responsibilities shift. And Dr. Chavonne shares about the importance of connection and how to foster it, in just a few minutes a day.

Topics in this episode:

  • Getting on the same page as your spouse
  • The quickest way to make your marriage a priority
  • What happens if your partner is not on the same page as you?
  • Ending the “you” against “me” challenge
  • The “2 doorways away” rule
  • How to foster connection in simple ways

Show Notes & References:

  • Dr. Chavonne Perotte’s website:  https://drchavonne.com
  • Her podcast: Love Marriage Again with Dr. Chavonne
  • Episode 133 - 5 reasons to not wait
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>What does it take to start moving your marriage up the priority list (even if your spouse does not)? To answer this question, I invited life and marriage coach, Dr. Chavonne Perotte, to share with us some strategies and tools she uses in her coaching practice. We talk about what it takes to get on the same team so it’s not you against your spouse as you navigate challenges like: how to make household duties and responsibilities more equitable? We talk about creating a culture change in your marriage where you make decisions together as roles and responsibilities shift. And Dr. Chavonne shares about the importance of connection and how to foster it, in just a few minutes a day.

Topics in this episode:

  • Getting on the same page as your spouse
  • The quickest way to make your marriage a priority
  • What happens if your partner is not on the same page as you?
  • Ending the “you” against “me” challenge
  • The “2 doorways away” rule
  • How to foster connection in simple ways

Show Notes & References:

  • Dr. Chavonne Perotte’s website:  https://drchavonne.com
  • Her podcast: Love Marriage Again with Dr. Chavonne
  • Episode 133 - 5 reasons to not wait
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>d24fd9e0-ffe4-4997-8fc4-d10af2ae9752Mon, 09 Oct 2023 03:00:00 -070047:25falsefull1341345 reasons to not wait5 reasons to not waitYou don’t have to wait until you are burnt-out or so terribly unhappy to make a change. If you want to change jobs, go after a promotion or change your overworking habits, you can do it right now. In today’s podcast, I offer 5 reasons you should not wait to make a change as well as explain the most likely thing getting in the way of you taking a first step.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why is change so hard?
  • How continuing to not make a change makes it harder in the end
  • What people don’t realize is the biggest obstacle when it comes to change
  • It’s not selfish to go after your dreams
  • Happiness and a regret-free life are the results of making a change – do they feel worth it?

Show Notes & References:

  • Get past the fear and confusion and go after the working mom life you want! Sign up for a free breakthrough call to learn how we will get you to your goals, in coaching: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>You don’t have to wait until you are burnt-out or so terribly unhappy to make a change. If you want to change jobs, go after a promotion or change your overworking habits, you can do it right now. In today’s podcast, I offer 5 reasons you should not wait to make a change as well as explain the most likely thing getting in the way of you taking a first step.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why is change so hard?
  • How continuing to not make a change makes it harder in the end
  • What people don’t realize is the biggest obstacle when it comes to change
  • It’s not selfish to go after your dreams
  • Happiness and a regret-free life are the results of making a change – do they feel worth it?

Show Notes & References:

  • Get past the fear and confusion and go after the working mom life you want! Sign up for a free breakthrough call to learn how we will get you to your goals, in coaching: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>e84f0df8-47e5-4d12-a365-3c84b0dbade4Mon, 02 Oct 2023 03:00:00 -070029:58falsefull133133How to let go of how others feelHow to let go of how others feel“I don’t know how to make him happy. “I don't want her to cry.” “I need to make sure she understands.” “I don’t want them to feel disappointed.” “I want them to feel like I care.” What do each of these thoughts have in common? They have you trying to control how someone else feels, which is actually something that is never in your control. In today’s podcast I talk about why you should stop trying to make other people feel a certain way and why it's OK to let people feel any emotions (even the icky ones).

Topics in this episode:

  • It’s not your job to make someone else happy or to save someone from a negative emotion
  • Each person is responsible for their own emotion
  • All emotions are useful, even the icky ones
  • The impact of taking responsibility for your own emotions
  • The perspective that shifted they way I viewed others emotions
  • A simple evaluation tool to help you control what you can actually control and let go of how other people feel

Show Notes & References:

  • Start letting go of how others feel and begin to feel confident and in full control of you by scheduling a free breakthrough call, click here to get the process started: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>“I don’t know how to make him happy. “I don't want her to cry.” “I need to make sure she understands.” “I don’t want them to feel disappointed.” “I want them to feel like I care.” What do each of these thoughts have in common? They have you trying to control how someone else feels, which is actually something that is never in your control. In today’s podcast I talk about why you should stop trying to make other people feel a certain way and why it's OK to let people feel any emotions (even the icky ones).

Topics in this episode:

  • It’s not your job to make someone else happy or to save someone from a negative emotion
  • Each person is responsible for their own emotion
  • All emotions are useful, even the icky ones
  • The impact of taking responsibility for your own emotions
  • The perspective that shifted they way I viewed others emotions
  • A simple evaluation tool to help you control what you can actually control and let go of how other people feel

Show Notes & References:

  • Start letting go of how others feel and begin to feel confident and in full control of you by scheduling a free breakthrough call, click here to get the process started: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>684e247a-e040-40a5-8f01-516b6ed72442Mon, 25 Sep 2023 03:00:00 -070025:23falsefull132132Feeling your feelings (with Dr. Skylar Clark)Feeling your feelings (with Dr. Skylar Clark)Feelings are meant to be felt - this was a new concept for Dr. Skylar Clark. Just over a year ago she moved her family of 6 from one coast to the other, navigating 4 new schools, a new city, new culture, new job and no family in town to help. Skylar came to coaching wanting to create new systems and structures to help her manage life, but instead she left with a toolkit filled with strategies to help her manage, not just her chaotic circumstances, but the chaos inside herself. Listen in as Skylar walks you through the #1 tool she learned in coaching – how to feeling your feelings.

Topics in this episode:

  • Systems and structure makes life easier but it doesn’t necessarily make you feel happy, confident and balanced
  • Creating a toolkit to help you process negative thoughts and emotions
  • Emotions are literal vibrations in your body – what the heck does that mean?
  • The quicker you feel your feelings that faster they go away
  • Exactly how does one feel their feelings?

Show Notes & References:

  • Learn how to not let your negative emotions and swirly thoughts get in the way of you living the ambitious and balanced life you want. Sign up for a free breakthrough call to start learning the tools to manage your thoughts and emotions. www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>Feelings are meant to be felt - this was a new concept for Dr. Skylar Clark. Just over a year ago she moved her family of 6 from one coast to the other, navigating 4 new schools, a new city, new culture, new job and no family in town to help. Skylar came to coaching wanting to create new systems and structures to help her manage life, but instead she left with a toolkit filled with strategies to help her manage, not just her chaotic circumstances, but the chaos inside herself. Listen in as Skylar walks you through the #1 tool she learned in coaching – how to feeling your feelings.

Topics in this episode:

  • Systems and structure makes life easier but it doesn’t necessarily make you feel happy, confident and balanced
  • Creating a toolkit to help you process negative thoughts and emotions
  • Emotions are literal vibrations in your body – what the heck does that mean?
  • The quicker you feel your feelings that faster they go away
  • Exactly how does one feel their feelings?

Show Notes & References:

  • Learn how to not let your negative emotions and swirly thoughts get in the way of you living the ambitious and balanced life you want. Sign up for a free breakthrough call to start learning the tools to manage your thoughts and emotions. www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>f00a372a-6d35-4a0b-a575-ca84e3d6f254Mon, 18 Sep 2023 03:00:00 -070053:58falsefull131131The endless to do listThe endless to do listYou get to decide what you want to think about your to do list. You could decide to think “I’m behind” or “I’m not getting enough done”, which is likely going to leave you feeling inadequate and exhausted or you can choose to think “I’m on top of everything” or “I know what I’m doing”, which will have you feeling successful and accomplished. In today’s podcast, I’m talking about how important your thoughts are when it comes to your to do list. I will walk you through the kinds of thoughts that are not to think and I’ll give examples of exactly what you need to think in order to walk away from work feeling accomplished, successful and satisfied (no matter how many things you checked off the list). And then at the end, I offer one very simple five minute practice to help you get out of “it’s not enough” thinking.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why the length of your to do list doesn’t matter
  • Choosing positive thoughts about your to-do’s and the impact that has
  • How to feel accomplished at the end of the workday, no matter how many things were checked off the list
  • The starting point to getting more done in less time
  • A simple 5-minute practice to help you end your workday with “I accomplished enough” thinking

Show Notes & References:


]]>You get to decide what you want to think about your to do list. You could decide to think “I’m behind” or “I’m not getting enough done”, which is likely going to leave you feeling inadequate and exhausted or you can choose to think “I’m on top of everything” or “I know what I’m doing”, which will have you feeling successful and accomplished. In today’s podcast, I’m talking about how important your thoughts are when it comes to your to do list. I will walk you through the kinds of thoughts that are not to think and I’ll give examples of exactly what you need to think in order to walk away from work feeling accomplished, successful and satisfied (no matter how many things you checked off the list). And then at the end, I offer one very simple five minute practice to help you get out of “it’s not enough” thinking.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why the length of your to do list doesn’t matter
  • Choosing positive thoughts about your to-do’s and the impact that has
  • How to feel accomplished at the end of the workday, no matter how many things were checked off the list
  • The starting point to getting more done in less time
  • A simple 5-minute practice to help you end your workday with “I accomplished enough” thinking

Show Notes & References:


]]>08268317-6cb5-4033-ad94-edbb38845603Mon, 11 Sep 2023 03:00:00 -070020:58falsefull130130How to feel certainHow to feel certainIt’s very uncomfortable for your brain to be in uncertainty. To not know. To be unclear on the answer. To not be sure that something is right. When you feel uncertain and are unable to make a decision, you start to feel stuck and your brain experiences tunnel vision (where it hyper focuses on the problem). In today’s podcast I am talking about what to do when you feel uncertain. There’s a magical question I ask my clients, when they’re in a state of not knowing (in other words uncertainty) that helps get them out of the problem so they can think clearly and make powerful decisions to move forward without guilt or anxiety. Tune in to learn more about how it works.

Topics in this episode:

  • The impact uncertainty has on your brain and your life
  • The importance of feeling certain before you make a decision and how to do that
  • Stop focusing on what you don’t know and redirect to what you do
  • Uncertainty kicks your brain into survival mode

Show Notes & References:

  • Need help making decisions you feel certain about? I will walk you through my inside-out approach to decision making that will guarantee you will feel right about your decisions. Schedule a free 60-minute call where I will explain the process and we will determine if you are a good fit by going to: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>It’s very uncomfortable for your brain to be in uncertainty. To not know. To be unclear on the answer. To not be sure that something is right. When you feel uncertain and are unable to make a decision, you start to feel stuck and your brain experiences tunnel vision (where it hyper focuses on the problem). In today’s podcast I am talking about what to do when you feel uncertain. There’s a magical question I ask my clients, when they’re in a state of not knowing (in other words uncertainty) that helps get them out of the problem so they can think clearly and make powerful decisions to move forward without guilt or anxiety. Tune in to learn more about how it works.

Topics in this episode:

  • The impact uncertainty has on your brain and your life
  • The importance of feeling certain before you make a decision and how to do that
  • Stop focusing on what you don’t know and redirect to what you do
  • Uncertainty kicks your brain into survival mode

Show Notes & References:

  • Need help making decisions you feel certain about? I will walk you through my inside-out approach to decision making that will guarantee you will feel right about your decisions. Schedule a free 60-minute call where I will explain the process and we will determine if you are a good fit by going to: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>6b8b819c-8953-4a3a-894b-48b751f80e80Mon, 04 Sep 2023 03:00:00 -070020:47falsefull129129The “do something luxurious” challengeThe “do something luxurious” challengeLast week I challenged my client, Lindsay, to do something luxurious. Something that felt a little excessive (maybe even a little irresponsible). As a high achiever, her brain was stuck in trying to make the most of her time and I wanted her to focus less on productivity and more on doing things that simply felt good. She accepted my challenge and in today’s episode I am offering the same challenge to you. You deserve to live a life of luxury, a life of great comfort! I will give you several ideas that Lindsay and I came up with and share more about what this challenge is and how irresponsibility, guilt and a lack of worthiness are getting in the way, and then what to do about them.

Topics in this episode:

  • What is the luxury challenge?
  • Lindsay’s story from breakthrough call to mid-day naps and baths
  • Luxury and lots of money are not connected
  • It is not irresponsible to be luxurious
  • 3 feelings that get in the way of living a luxurious life

Show Notes & References:

  • End your “not enough” thinking and create for yourself a life that feels luxurious without changing jobs or making more money by signing up for a free breakthrough call where you will walk away with an “ah-ha” and an opportunity to coach with me: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>Last week I challenged my client, Lindsay, to do something luxurious. Something that felt a little excessive (maybe even a little irresponsible). As a high achiever, her brain was stuck in trying to make the most of her time and I wanted her to focus less on productivity and more on doing things that simply felt good. She accepted my challenge and in today’s episode I am offering the same challenge to you. You deserve to live a life of luxury, a life of great comfort! I will give you several ideas that Lindsay and I came up with and share more about what this challenge is and how irresponsibility, guilt and a lack of worthiness are getting in the way, and then what to do about them.

Topics in this episode:

  • What is the luxury challenge?
  • Lindsay’s story from breakthrough call to mid-day naps and baths
  • Luxury and lots of money are not connected
  • It is not irresponsible to be luxurious
  • 3 feelings that get in the way of living a luxurious life

Show Notes & References:

  • End your “not enough” thinking and create for yourself a life that feels luxurious without changing jobs or making more money by signing up for a free breakthrough call where you will walk away with an “ah-ha” and an opportunity to coach with me: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>2e75be39-8f90-4809-8333-20218eb05c5fMon, 28 Aug 2023 03:00:00 -070027:48falsefull128128Thoughts about your future (part 4)Thoughts about your future (part 4)There are 4 things you need to believe about yourself and your future if you want to meet your goals as an ambitious working mom. Your goals, the things you want in life, are not going to just happen by chance…it is the belief in them happening and how they will happen that makes achieving them inevitable. Today is part 4 of a 4-part series on the thoughts that you have about yourself and in this episode I am focusing on the thoughts that you have about your future and how important those thoughts are to you achieving all of the goals and dreams that you have for your life.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why you want to control your mind
  • Believing your goals are possible
  • Why you are worthy of your goals
  • What it means to hold your goals with open hands

Show Notes & References:


]]>There are 4 things you need to believe about yourself and your future if you want to meet your goals as an ambitious working mom. Your goals, the things you want in life, are not going to just happen by chance…it is the belief in them happening and how they will happen that makes achieving them inevitable. Today is part 4 of a 4-part series on the thoughts that you have about yourself and in this episode I am focusing on the thoughts that you have about your future and how important those thoughts are to you achieving all of the goals and dreams that you have for your life.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why you want to control your mind
  • Believing your goals are possible
  • Why you are worthy of your goals
  • What it means to hold your goals with open hands

Show Notes & References:


]]>d3cfb4ed-e284-4c1c-a1ae-5d1b7ae7b5faMon, 21 Aug 2023 03:00:00 -070027:01falsefull127127Thoughts about yourself as a mom (part 3)Thoughts about yourself as a mom (part 3)Believing “I am doing it right” and “I’m giving them enough” are two essential beliefs for ambitious and balanced working moms. You need to be feeling like you are making right choices for your family, and you need to feel like you’re spending enough time with your kids. It’s about rightness and enoughness. This is part 3 of a 4-part series on the thoughts that you have about yourself and today we’re focusing on the 2 essential thoughts you need to have about yourself as a mom.

Topics in this episode:

  • It’s my birthday and I have a birthday wish
  • The amount of time you spend with your kids doesn’t dictate if it’s enough
  • The impact of changing your thoughts to believe you spend enough time with your kids and you are giving them enough
  • Your kids emotions do not dictate if you are doing it “right” as a parent
  • A client story on the impact of changing the way you think about your parenting choices

Show Notes & References:


]]>Believing “I am doing it right” and “I’m giving them enough” are two essential beliefs for ambitious and balanced working moms. You need to be feeling like you are making right choices for your family, and you need to feel like you’re spending enough time with your kids. It’s about rightness and enoughness. This is part 3 of a 4-part series on the thoughts that you have about yourself and today we’re focusing on the 2 essential thoughts you need to have about yourself as a mom.

Topics in this episode:

  • It’s my birthday and I have a birthday wish
  • The amount of time you spend with your kids doesn’t dictate if it’s enough
  • The impact of changing your thoughts to believe you spend enough time with your kids and you are giving them enough
  • Your kids emotions do not dictate if you are doing it “right” as a parent
  • A client story on the impact of changing the way you think about your parenting choices

Show Notes & References:


]]>1fa28312-f21d-4b67-8cd3-bfdc8eb7786bMon, 14 Aug 2023 03:00:00 -070030:35falsefull126126Thoughts about your work (part 2)Thoughts about your work (part 2)If your internal dialogue about yourself and your work is primarily negative, meaning your thoughts tend to skew toward: I’m not good enough, I should be doing more, they’re going to find me out, I’m not very good… then you will likely always over prioritize work and not feel balanced. Today’s episode is part 2 of a 4-part series on the thoughts that you have about yourself, where we are covering four different areas of life and the impact your thoughts in those areas have. Today, I am covering the thoughts you have about yourself at work.

Topics in this episode:

  • How your thoughts about work effect your family
  • When you have a great day, why that energy carries you through your day
  • When you are stuck in “not enough” you will always try to do more
  • The importance of feeling successful at work

Show Notes & References:

  • Need a mindset overhaul so that you can feel happy and satisfied in your working mom life? Click here to book a free call where we will talk about exactly how you can achieve the life you want: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>If your internal dialogue about yourself and your work is primarily negative, meaning your thoughts tend to skew toward: I’m not good enough, I should be doing more, they’re going to find me out, I’m not very good… then you will likely always over prioritize work and not feel balanced. Today’s episode is part 2 of a 4-part series on the thoughts that you have about yourself, where we are covering four different areas of life and the impact your thoughts in those areas have. Today, I am covering the thoughts you have about yourself at work.

Topics in this episode:

  • How your thoughts about work effect your family
  • When you have a great day, why that energy carries you through your day
  • When you are stuck in “not enough” you will always try to do more
  • The importance of feeling successful at work

Show Notes & References:

  • Need a mindset overhaul so that you can feel happy and satisfied in your working mom life? Click here to book a free call where we will talk about exactly how you can achieve the life you want: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>830b3528-138b-453f-92a7-0c70f8609608Mon, 07 Aug 2023 03:00:00 -070018:36falsefull125125Thoughts about your marriage (part 1)Thoughts about your marriage (part 1)Today we are starting a 4-part series focused on the thoughts you have about yourself. Your thoughts play an important role in creating the ambitious and balanced working mom life you want. Your thoughts either make you feel satisfied and successful or they make you feel inadequate and unhappy. Over the next 4 weeks we will cover your thoughts on 4 key areas of life starting, today, with the most intimate area…your marriage. Having a relationship you WANT to be in is an important part of creating a balanced life. Today we will talk about why your thoughts have probably drifted away from your marriage, the types of thoughts that are not useful to you when it comes to having a loving relationship and I’ll share with you a few personal practices that will help you reconnect to your relationship.

Topics in this episode:

  • How your thoughts impact your life as a working mom
  • Helpful vs. not helpful thoughts
  • Why the thoughts you have about your relationship matter
  • The marriage drift, after kids
  • Cultivating useful thoughts about your spouse and your marriage

Show Notes & References:

  • Need a mindset overhaul so that you can feel happy and satisfied in your working mom life? Click here to book a free call where we will talk about exactly how you can achieve the life you want: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>Today we are starting a 4-part series focused on the thoughts you have about yourself. Your thoughts play an important role in creating the ambitious and balanced working mom life you want. Your thoughts either make you feel satisfied and successful or they make you feel inadequate and unhappy. Over the next 4 weeks we will cover your thoughts on 4 key areas of life starting, today, with the most intimate area…your marriage. Having a relationship you WANT to be in is an important part of creating a balanced life. Today we will talk about why your thoughts have probably drifted away from your marriage, the types of thoughts that are not useful to you when it comes to having a loving relationship and I’ll share with you a few personal practices that will help you reconnect to your relationship.

Topics in this episode:

  • How your thoughts impact your life as a working mom
  • Helpful vs. not helpful thoughts
  • Why the thoughts you have about your relationship matter
  • The marriage drift, after kids
  • Cultivating useful thoughts about your spouse and your marriage

Show Notes & References:

  • Need a mindset overhaul so that you can feel happy and satisfied in your working mom life? Click here to book a free call where we will talk about exactly how you can achieve the life you want: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>c474e576-74eb-41d6-b308-45d765507d05Mon, 31 Jul 2023 03:00:00 -070028:07falsefull124124Defining a metric of successDefining a metric of successHow do you define success and how do you measure it? If success is based on your achievements, then it will always have you striving to do more. If it is based on feeling happy, then it will have you trying to control everyone and everything. In today’s episode I share why it’s important to define success FOR YOU and determine a simple metric to ensure you stay on track.

Topics in this episode:

  • Do’s and don’ts when it comes to defining success
  • What happens if you don’t define success for you?
  • Success is here and now, not something to experience in the future
  • Why success is not tied to happiness
  • A simple definition of success that leaves you feeling empowered and free

Show Notes & References:

  • If you want to redefine success so that it doesn’t lead to burnout, schedule a free breakthrough call where we will discuss what success means to you and determine what it will take to achieve it. Click here to book your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>How do you define success and how do you measure it? If success is based on your achievements, then it will always have you striving to do more. If it is based on feeling happy, then it will have you trying to control everyone and everything. In today’s episode I share why it’s important to define success FOR YOU and determine a simple metric to ensure you stay on track.

Topics in this episode:

  • Do’s and don’ts when it comes to defining success
  • What happens if you don’t define success for you?
  • Success is here and now, not something to experience in the future
  • Why success is not tied to happiness
  • A simple definition of success that leaves you feeling empowered and free

Show Notes & References:

  • If you want to redefine success so that it doesn’t lead to burnout, schedule a free breakthrough call where we will discuss what success means to you and determine what it will take to achieve it. Click here to book your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>485a170b-7c69-4d45-94a6-45d914da4221Mon, 24 Jul 2023 03:00:00 -070020:47falsefull1231234 tools to calm down your brain (with Cathy Sullivan) rebroadcast4 tools to calm down your brain (with Cathy Sullivan) rebroadcastAs a working mom your brain is likely always "on". You are constantly thinking about the things that need to get accomplished and the decisions that need to be made. For my client Cathy, these constant to-do’s, the second-guessing of herself, the need to make sure she bought the right products and was always prepared…this constant chatter in her head was preventing her from being happy and present in the way that she wanted. In coaching, Cathy learned several tools to help manage all of the thoughts in her head and the overwhelm that came with it and on today’s podcast she is sharing her top 4.

Topics in this episode:

  • All the things working moms hold onto in their brain and how to let it all go
  • 4 tools to help calm an overwhelmed mind
  • What to do when you need to clean up the house and you want to be with your kiddos
  • A funny story about managing the piles of artwork from preschool
  • How to not feel like a bad mom when you get angry at your kids
  • The importance of knowing your superpower

Show Notes & References:

  • If you want to create a customized plan to calm your brain and stop feeling overwhelmed, I invite you to schedule a free breakthrough call. Click here to book your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>As a working mom your brain is likely always "on". You are constantly thinking about the things that need to get accomplished and the decisions that need to be made. For my client Cathy, these constant to-do’s, the second-guessing of herself, the need to make sure she bought the right products and was always prepared…this constant chatter in her head was preventing her from being happy and present in the way that she wanted. In coaching, Cathy learned several tools to help manage all of the thoughts in her head and the overwhelm that came with it and on today’s podcast she is sharing her top 4.

Topics in this episode:

  • All the things working moms hold onto in their brain and how to let it all go
  • 4 tools to help calm an overwhelmed mind
  • What to do when you need to clean up the house and you want to be with your kiddos
  • A funny story about managing the piles of artwork from preschool
  • How to not feel like a bad mom when you get angry at your kids
  • The importance of knowing your superpower

Show Notes & References:

  • If you want to create a customized plan to calm your brain and stop feeling overwhelmed, I invite you to schedule a free breakthrough call. Click here to book your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Want ongoing support as a working mom? Sign up for the free 19-day audio series: How to be a present and connected mom. Each day you will receive an email with a downloadable audio of 5 minutes or less that will teach you a tool or strategy for being more present and in the moment. Click here to sign up and receive the first audio: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>7b9c13e0-fc72-4c86-ae6b-797d2f09bbd1Mon, 17 Jul 2023 03:00:00 -070051:00falsefull122122From self-doubt to confident (with Ana Marfil)From self-doubt to confident (with Ana Marfil)What you believe about yourself, your confidence, effects everything that you do. Your level of confidence effects how you feel about your work, how you feel about yourself as a mom and your ability to make decisions. My client, Ana, experienced a high level of self-doubt when she came to me for coaching, and it was effecting both her happiness and her potential to get a new job. But over the past 4 months, Ana has completely changed her relationship with herself, and she knows who she is (and likes who she is) on a level she has never experienced before. On today’s podcast I’m interviewing Ana and how she was able to make such a dramatic shift in such a short time and how it contributed to her recently getting a new job at a fortune 500 company.

Topics in this episode:

  • The importance of speaking kindly to yourself.
  • Why putting language to your identity can make such a big shift.
  • How to manage the negative tantrums in your head.
  • Ana’s #1 tool for building up her belief in self every day.
  • You can’t always help your first thoughts, but you can always choose your second.

Show Notes:


]]>What you believe about yourself, your confidence, effects everything that you do. Your level of confidence effects how you feel about your work, how you feel about yourself as a mom and your ability to make decisions. My client, Ana, experienced a high level of self-doubt when she came to me for coaching, and it was effecting both her happiness and her potential to get a new job. But over the past 4 months, Ana has completely changed her relationship with herself, and she knows who she is (and likes who she is) on a level she has never experienced before. On today’s podcast I’m interviewing Ana and how she was able to make such a dramatic shift in such a short time and how it contributed to her recently getting a new job at a fortune 500 company.

Topics in this episode:

  • The importance of speaking kindly to yourself.
  • Why putting language to your identity can make such a big shift.
  • How to manage the negative tantrums in your head.
  • Ana’s #1 tool for building up her belief in self every day.
  • You can’t always help your first thoughts, but you can always choose your second.

Show Notes:


]]>e81a5dea-c8de-431c-8d36-8eeaed55846eMon, 10 Jul 2023 03:00:00 -070043:31falsefull121121Live a regret-free lifeLive a regret-free lifeA life without regret means that every day you are living with intention and presence. It means you know what you want in your life and are you going after it. But when you become a mom, many women find themselves stuck in, “what is really important in life?” or “what do I really want?” or “Is what I’m doing worth it?”. Answering these questions is a vital part of a have-it-all kind of life and in today’s podcast I am sharing 4 steps to living a life without regret, and a lot of my own journey through figuring out what that meant to me and how to go about having it.

Topics in this episode:

  • Watching our kids grow up is a very real reminder about if we are truly living life the way we want.
  • Deciding to have a regret-free life is the first step to going after it, otherwise you are just leaving it up to chance.
  • Our dreams feel real once they are named, which is why we tend to shy away from saying them out loud.
  • Money and time are never the real reasons to not go after your dreams
  • The importance of figuring out how to make your regret-free life work and then deciding if it’s worth the tradeoffs

Show Notes:


]]>A life without regret means that every day you are living with intention and presence. It means you know what you want in your life and are you going after it. But when you become a mom, many women find themselves stuck in, “what is really important in life?” or “what do I really want?” or “Is what I’m doing worth it?”. Answering these questions is a vital part of a have-it-all kind of life and in today’s podcast I am sharing 4 steps to living a life without regret, and a lot of my own journey through figuring out what that meant to me and how to go about having it.

Topics in this episode:

  • Watching our kids grow up is a very real reminder about if we are truly living life the way we want.
  • Deciding to have a regret-free life is the first step to going after it, otherwise you are just leaving it up to chance.
  • Our dreams feel real once they are named, which is why we tend to shy away from saying them out loud.
  • Money and time are never the real reasons to not go after your dreams
  • The importance of figuring out how to make your regret-free life work and then deciding if it’s worth the tradeoffs

Show Notes:


]]>e41409ec-b184-4e83-b6dd-5714dbb4c149Mon, 03 Jul 2023 03:00:00 -070025:11falsefull120120Stay-at-home mom envyStay-at-home mom envyDo you ever wish you could be a stay-at-home mom? Or maybe you don’t wish to be home with your kids ALL the time, but you just wish you could work less hours and be home with them more? I call this stay-at-home mom envy. In today’s podcast, I share about my own experience of stay-at-home mom envy and share with you the truth about where it comes from and why it pops up.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why you might be dreaming about being a stay-at-home mom, even though you are highly ambitious.
  • What happens when you feel you don’t spend enough time with your kids and family
  • Stay-at-home mom envy is a defense mechanism to ensure you don’t fail as a mom or a worker
  • If you could solve your work-life-balance challenges, would you still want to be home with your kids?
  • I can help you overcome your stay-at-home mom envy and learn to feel like you are “enough” at both work and home. Click here to learn more and schedule a free breakthrough call: https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/aligning-motherhood-program
  • Learn to be a more present and connected mom! Click here to sign up for a free 19-day audio series that will teach you tools & strategies for being present and happy in your everyday life. Click here to sign up: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>Do you ever wish you could be a stay-at-home mom? Or maybe you don’t wish to be home with your kids ALL the time, but you just wish you could work less hours and be home with them more? I call this stay-at-home mom envy. In today’s podcast, I share about my own experience of stay-at-home mom envy and share with you the truth about where it comes from and why it pops up.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why you might be dreaming about being a stay-at-home mom, even though you are highly ambitious.
  • What happens when you feel you don’t spend enough time with your kids and family
  • Stay-at-home mom envy is a defense mechanism to ensure you don’t fail as a mom or a worker
  • If you could solve your work-life-balance challenges, would you still want to be home with your kids?
  • I can help you overcome your stay-at-home mom envy and learn to feel like you are “enough” at both work and home. Click here to learn more and schedule a free breakthrough call: https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/aligning-motherhood-program
  • Learn to be a more present and connected mom! Click here to sign up for a free 19-day audio series that will teach you tools & strategies for being present and happy in your everyday life. Click here to sign up: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>35521967-15e7-4539-955a-9bf9839fa0e0Mon, 26 Jun 2023 03:00:00 -070019:19falsefull119119Scheduling in (and keeping) time for you and your prioritiesScheduling in (and keeping) time for you and your prioritiesScheduling in (and keeping) time for just you and you priorities is difficult. There never feels like enough time, you don’t want anyone to be disappointed or to feel like you don’t support them and so you either never schedule time for yourself and your priorities or you do but you’re constantly moving that time block around. However, if you want to stay a high achiever and learn to be more productive and focused in your time, holding to your own time blocks is a necessary skill. In today’s podcast I share with you 4 steps to scheduling and keeping time for just you.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why scheduling in time for just you is difficult
  • The road block to scheduling in time for yourself is not a lack of time
  • The emotions that come up when you hold to your own time and priorities
  • How to keep this appointment with yourself even when your boss needs something from you or others are inconvenienced by it
  • 4 steps to following through with time scheduled just for you and your tasks

Show Notes:


]]>Scheduling in (and keeping) time for just you and you priorities is difficult. There never feels like enough time, you don’t want anyone to be disappointed or to feel like you don’t support them and so you either never schedule time for yourself and your priorities or you do but you’re constantly moving that time block around. However, if you want to stay a high achiever and learn to be more productive and focused in your time, holding to your own time blocks is a necessary skill. In today’s podcast I share with you 4 steps to scheduling and keeping time for just you.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why scheduling in time for just you is difficult
  • The road block to scheduling in time for yourself is not a lack of time
  • The emotions that come up when you hold to your own time and priorities
  • How to keep this appointment with yourself even when your boss needs something from you or others are inconvenienced by it
  • 4 steps to following through with time scheduled just for you and your tasks

Show Notes:


]]>b21eef9e-a2bf-46e5-9698-ec1e4e22ac96Mon, 19 Jun 2023 03:00:00 -070029:04falsefull118118How to unplug during a vacation in 3 stepsHow to unplug during a vacation in 3 stepsAre you committed to being completely offline during your vacations? Because here’s what I can guarantee, being offline and actually giving your brain a rest from work is not going to happen unless you commit and plan for it. In today’s podcast I’m walking you through the 3 steps that are required to have a completely unplugged vacation.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why transitions are hard and the importance of compassion for yourself during them.
  • The first step to being offline for your vacation is to commit to it
  • “If it works out” is not a commitment
  • The 4 necessary plans you need in order to prepare to be offline
  • What you need to communicate to your boss and team in order to be offline
  • The importance of knowing why being unplugged is important

Show Notes:


Enjoying the podcast?


]]>Are you committed to being completely offline during your vacations? Because here’s what I can guarantee, being offline and actually giving your brain a rest from work is not going to happen unless you commit and plan for it. In today’s podcast I’m walking you through the 3 steps that are required to have a completely unplugged vacation.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why transitions are hard and the importance of compassion for yourself during them.
  • The first step to being offline for your vacation is to commit to it
  • “If it works out” is not a commitment
  • The 4 necessary plans you need in order to prepare to be offline
  • What you need to communicate to your boss and team in order to be offline
  • The importance of knowing why being unplugged is important

Show Notes:


Enjoying the podcast?


]]>1f54ae87-1e1d-4db1-8d98-c45d7e806e55Mon, 12 Jun 2023 03:00:00 -070019:20falsefull117117Balancing ambition with feeling enough (with Misty Dykema)Balancing ambition with feeling enough (with Misty Dykema)In order to balance life as an ambitious person, you must learn to feel “enough” no matter how much you do or what anyone else thinks. Enoughness is the key that helps an ambitious person slow down and feel satisfied in who they are and what they have accomplished so they don’t burn out. In today’s episode I interview Misty Dykema, a past client and friend, who shares some of the foundational mindset shifts and practices that have helped her create a foundation of enoughness and belief in herself.

Topics in this episode:

  • What is “enoughness” and why is it important to an ambitious person?
  • The importance of giving space to work through your mindsets and feelings
  • Creating an unshakeable foundation of being (and feeling) enough
  • How enoughness propels you into more ambition (with less drama)
  • Several key everyday practices to believe in yourself a deeper level

Show Notes:

  • Learn to balance your ambition with feeling enough by hiring me as your coach! Click here to learn more about the coaching process and to schedule a free call here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>In order to balance life as an ambitious person, you must learn to feel “enough” no matter how much you do or what anyone else thinks. Enoughness is the key that helps an ambitious person slow down and feel satisfied in who they are and what they have accomplished so they don’t burn out. In today’s episode I interview Misty Dykema, a past client and friend, who shares some of the foundational mindset shifts and practices that have helped her create a foundation of enoughness and belief in herself.

Topics in this episode:

  • What is “enoughness” and why is it important to an ambitious person?
  • The importance of giving space to work through your mindsets and feelings
  • Creating an unshakeable foundation of being (and feeling) enough
  • How enoughness propels you into more ambition (with less drama)
  • Several key everyday practices to believe in yourself a deeper level

Show Notes:

  • Learn to balance your ambition with feeling enough by hiring me as your coach! Click here to learn more about the coaching process and to schedule a free call here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>ea0f37ac-7bc3-4859-8258-196bfdc41cdfMon, 05 Jun 2023 03:00:00 -070049:04falsefull116116The quickest way to practice feeling happyThe quickest way to practice feeling happyWorking moms often say, “I have everything I want, but I don’t feel happy”. What I have found is that higher achievers have patterned into themselves a feeling of “not enough” which makes it difficult to feel happy. So, to make feeling happy easier and more regular, it is something you must practice. Today on the podcast I want to teach you the simplest way to practice feeling happy, in 30 seconds or less. This daily practice will help bring you back into the moment and give your body a full happiness experience that will help to make all those “good feelings” more of the default.

Topics in this episode:

  • Circumstances don’t dictate your happiness
  • The “struggle story” many high achievers believe
  • Your brain is not hardwired for happiness
  • Something your kids do everyday that will help you be more present and happy
  • Remember when your kids would stop and smell the roses?
  • Announcing a brand new free audio series!

Show Notes:

  • Learn to be a more present and connected mom! Click here to sign up for a free 19-day audio series that will teach you tools & strategies for being present and happy in your everyday life. Click here to sign up: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>Working moms often say, “I have everything I want, but I don’t feel happy”. What I have found is that higher achievers have patterned into themselves a feeling of “not enough” which makes it difficult to feel happy. So, to make feeling happy easier and more regular, it is something you must practice. Today on the podcast I want to teach you the simplest way to practice feeling happy, in 30 seconds or less. This daily practice will help bring you back into the moment and give your body a full happiness experience that will help to make all those “good feelings” more of the default.

Topics in this episode:

  • Circumstances don’t dictate your happiness
  • The “struggle story” many high achievers believe
  • Your brain is not hardwired for happiness
  • Something your kids do everyday that will help you be more present and happy
  • Remember when your kids would stop and smell the roses?
  • Announcing a brand new free audio series!

Show Notes:

  • Learn to be a more present and connected mom! Click here to sign up for a free 19-day audio series that will teach you tools & strategies for being present and happy in your everyday life. Click here to sign up: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/be-present-optin

]]>a173f108-cc99-478a-a6d3-959455162a30Mon, 29 May 2023 03:00:00 -070022:18falsefull1151158 must-have beliefs to unlock balance8 must-have beliefs to unlock balanceThere are 8 core beliefs that will unlock your ability to feel balanced. No matter how much you accomplish, no matter how much time you spend with your kids and no matter what anyone else thinks, when you are able to hold onto these 8 core beliefs, no matter what, you will be able to prioritize yourself and your family without compromising your career. Today on the podcast, I am diving deep into these 8 beliefs and why they are such an important part of creating balance.

Topics in this episode:

  • 8 core beliefs that make WHO you are, unshakeable
  • Two words that declares who you are
  • Why what you believe about yourself matters more than anything else
  • What you need to believe to stop caring so much about what others think
  • What you need to believe to start prioritizing joy and fun instead of tasks
  • Celebrating 100,000 downloads of this podcast!

Show Notes:

  • Learn to feel more confident and in control of your time and energy, through coaching! Click here to learn more and schedule a free call here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>There are 8 core beliefs that will unlock your ability to feel balanced. No matter how much you accomplish, no matter how much time you spend with your kids and no matter what anyone else thinks, when you are able to hold onto these 8 core beliefs, no matter what, you will be able to prioritize yourself and your family without compromising your career. Today on the podcast, I am diving deep into these 8 beliefs and why they are such an important part of creating balance.

Topics in this episode:

  • 8 core beliefs that make WHO you are, unshakeable
  • Two words that declares who you are
  • Why what you believe about yourself matters more than anything else
  • What you need to believe to stop caring so much about what others think
  • What you need to believe to start prioritizing joy and fun instead of tasks
  • Celebrating 100,000 downloads of this podcast!

Show Notes:

  • Learn to feel more confident and in control of your time and energy, through coaching! Click here to learn more and schedule a free call here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>120f885c-dac3-46d3-946f-e4861629a39cMon, 22 May 2023 03:00:00 -070025:44falsefull114114Caring for yourself on a hard dayCaring for yourself on a hard dayHard days happen. It’s something that we have to accept as human beings. But hard days don’t have to derail you. You can still be productive, efficient, and kind even when you’re not having the best day. In today’s episode, I want to share with you 3 key things you can do to help care for yourself on a hard day so that you can still show up as the mom, leader and person you want to be.

Topics in this episode:

  • Personal story about my hard morning and what I did to show myself self-kindness
  • Why you should stop resisting “hard” emotions (like disappointment, sadness or failure)
  • How your brain catastrophizes when you’re having a hard day
  • The inner-critic voice increases on hard days and what you can do about it
  • 3 key steps to care for yourself on a hard day and why they work

Show Notes:

  • Learn to manage your self-critical voice in order to feel confident and show up as the best version of you. Click here to learn more and schedule a free call here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>Hard days happen. It’s something that we have to accept as human beings. But hard days don’t have to derail you. You can still be productive, efficient, and kind even when you’re not having the best day. In today’s episode, I want to share with you 3 key things you can do to help care for yourself on a hard day so that you can still show up as the mom, leader and person you want to be.

Topics in this episode:

  • Personal story about my hard morning and what I did to show myself self-kindness
  • Why you should stop resisting “hard” emotions (like disappointment, sadness or failure)
  • How your brain catastrophizes when you’re having a hard day
  • The inner-critic voice increases on hard days and what you can do about it
  • 3 key steps to care for yourself on a hard day and why they work

Show Notes:

  • Learn to manage your self-critical voice in order to feel confident and show up as the best version of you. Click here to learn more and schedule a free call here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>57cccab8-a54a-46fd-84b4-3b67728d257dMon, 15 May 2023 03:00:00 -070022:52falsefull113113Shifting your mindset (with Meredith McCay)Shifting your mindset (with Meredith McCay)Can you really create balance with only changing your mindset? For most working moms, it feels like a lot more needs to shift other than your thoughts, but for my client Meredith, a mindset shift was what really made a difference. Her circumstances are almost exactly the same and yet she is out of survival mode, feeling engaged and present with her kids AND the changes feel completely sustainable. How did she do it? She changed her thoughts. Listen in as she shares more of her coaching journey and the mindset tools that really made a difference.

Topics in this episode:

  • Does mindset coaching really work?
  • The shift out of “I just have to get through my day!”
  • The importance of naming who you are not
  • A game-changing tool: creating an emotional protocol
  • The most powerful thought that keeps Meredith grounded and centered

Show Notes:

  • Learn to create sustainable work-life balance that you are in complete control of by working with me in coaching. Schedule your free call here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Need helping ending your workday at 5pm and shutting down your work brain so you can be fully present with your family? Get my free training that teaches exactly what you need to do to end work at the time you want without logging back on. Click here to sign up: https://www.ambitiousandbalancedcollective.com/end-work-at-5pm

]]>Can you really create balance with only changing your mindset? For most working moms, it feels like a lot more needs to shift other than your thoughts, but for my client Meredith, a mindset shift was what really made a difference. Her circumstances are almost exactly the same and yet she is out of survival mode, feeling engaged and present with her kids AND the changes feel completely sustainable. How did she do it? She changed her thoughts. Listen in as she shares more of her coaching journey and the mindset tools that really made a difference.

Topics in this episode:

  • Does mindset coaching really work?
  • The shift out of “I just have to get through my day!”
  • The importance of naming who you are not
  • A game-changing tool: creating an emotional protocol
  • The most powerful thought that keeps Meredith grounded and centered

Show Notes:

  • Learn to create sustainable work-life balance that you are in complete control of by working with me in coaching. Schedule your free call here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Need helping ending your workday at 5pm and shutting down your work brain so you can be fully present with your family? Get my free training that teaches exactly what you need to do to end work at the time you want without logging back on. Click here to sign up: https://www.ambitiousandbalancedcollective.com/end-work-at-5pm

]]>7602e9b4-f921-40c7-8746-9aab1b027911Mon, 08 May 2023 03:00:00 -070038:32falsefull1121123 strategies to increase productivity3 strategies to increase productivityMany ambitious women think, “If I could just get a little more done, then I could feel calmer and more present.” It feels like the solution to feeling more balanced is having a shorter to-do list and learning to achieve more in less time. And it is true! Having less on your list helps alleviate stress and anxiety. It helps end overwhelm so you walk away from your workday feeling productive and satisfied (which is very important in creating a balanced life). In today’s episode, I decided to get super practical and walk you through my top three strategies to being more productive. You ready? Let’s get to it!

Topics in this episode:

  • What gets in the way of you being productive?
  • Why learning to achieve more in less time is the last step to creating work-life balance (not first).
  • How emotional decision making robs you of being productive and how to end it.
  • What is required to achieve more in less time? Actually giving yourself less time to do something.
  • 3 strategies to check more things off your list
  • What you need to be willing to feel, in order to be more productive

Show Notes:


]]>Many ambitious women think, “If I could just get a little more done, then I could feel calmer and more present.” It feels like the solution to feeling more balanced is having a shorter to-do list and learning to achieve more in less time. And it is true! Having less on your list helps alleviate stress and anxiety. It helps end overwhelm so you walk away from your workday feeling productive and satisfied (which is very important in creating a balanced life). In today’s episode, I decided to get super practical and walk you through my top three strategies to being more productive. You ready? Let’s get to it!

Topics in this episode:

  • What gets in the way of you being productive?
  • Why learning to achieve more in less time is the last step to creating work-life balance (not first).
  • How emotional decision making robs you of being productive and how to end it.
  • What is required to achieve more in less time? Actually giving yourself less time to do something.
  • 3 strategies to check more things off your list
  • What you need to be willing to feel, in order to be more productive

Show Notes:


]]>70e55ace-fcd5-4e7f-a0f7-9acfe152c0d9Mon, 01 May 2023 03:00:00 -070027:09falsefull111111Is "having it all" a myth?Is "having it all" a myth?For many working moms “having it all” feels like an impossible promise where a meaningful career and life as a mom somehow feel balanced. The problem is, most women don’t have an accurate understanding of what “having it all” means and so they are chasing a life that doesn’t exist which ultimately leads to burn out. Today, I am setting the record straight. I am sharing exactly what “having it all” means to our culture, the missing piece of the puzzle that creates a “have it all” kind of life and then offer the first step in making it happen.

Topics in this episode:

  • Is “having it all” possible or just simply a myth?
  • What is required to create a “having it all” life?
  • The importance of knowing the trade-off’s
  • Why having an inbox at zero or a to-do list checked off doesn’t matter in a “have it all” life
  • Why you may need to just leave the dishes dirty in the sink

Show Notes:

  • I can help you decide and create a “have it all” kind of life. Clikc here to learn more about how the coaching process works and to schedule a free call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/coaching

]]>For many working moms “having it all” feels like an impossible promise where a meaningful career and life as a mom somehow feel balanced. The problem is, most women don’t have an accurate understanding of what “having it all” means and so they are chasing a life that doesn’t exist which ultimately leads to burn out. Today, I am setting the record straight. I am sharing exactly what “having it all” means to our culture, the missing piece of the puzzle that creates a “have it all” kind of life and then offer the first step in making it happen.

Topics in this episode:

  • Is “having it all” possible or just simply a myth?
  • What is required to create a “having it all” life?
  • The importance of knowing the trade-off’s
  • Why having an inbox at zero or a to-do list checked off doesn’t matter in a “have it all” life
  • Why you may need to just leave the dishes dirty in the sink

Show Notes:

  • I can help you decide and create a “have it all” kind of life. Clikc here to learn more about how the coaching process works and to schedule a free call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/coaching

]]>f2a95fc5-8132-4ce8-8567-e25dcd3c17ffMon, 24 Apr 2023 03:00:00 -070021:02falsefull110110Handling last minute requests in 4 stepsHandling last minute requests in 4 stepsYou’re ready to walk out of your office and then…a last-minute request comes in. What do you? Do you leave anyway and risk letting people down or do you stay and compromise on your priorities. In today’s episode I share the truth about this moment and why it is so difficult to follow through with your boundaries and I offer a 4-step process to handling the emotions that come up with last minute requests.

Topics in this episode:

  • What to do the moment that last minute request comes in
  • Boundaries are your decisions
  • Upholding your boundaries doesn’t often feel good
  • Choosing to not uphold your boundary should not be an emotional decision
  • 4 steps to overcoming the negative emotions that come with saying no

Show Notes:


]]>You’re ready to walk out of your office and then…a last-minute request comes in. What do you? Do you leave anyway and risk letting people down or do you stay and compromise on your priorities. In today’s episode I share the truth about this moment and why it is so difficult to follow through with your boundaries and I offer a 4-step process to handling the emotions that come up with last minute requests.

Topics in this episode:

  • What to do the moment that last minute request comes in
  • Boundaries are your decisions
  • Upholding your boundaries doesn’t often feel good
  • Choosing to not uphold your boundary should not be an emotional decision
  • 4 steps to overcoming the negative emotions that come with saying no

Show Notes:


]]>da14ea89-ad14-4e5f-9dc0-b89b90be00e5Mon, 17 Apr 2023 03:00:00 -070020:27falsefull109109Don't lower your standardDon't lower your standardYou don’t need to lower your standards in order to create work-life balance and you don’t need to settle for B+ work. Instead you need to reprioritize; to trade off being available to your coworkers to being available to your family. To trade off feeling 100% prepared for every meeting and presentation to being 75% prepared and trusting yourself for the rest. In today’s podcast I will share with you why reprioritizing is not lowering your standard and walk you through several examples of what needs to be reprioritized in order to feel balanced.

Topics in this episode:

  • Dealing with that pesky voice in your brain that is calling you not good enough
  • The difference between lowering your standards and reprioritizing
  • Why reprioritizing matters when creating work life balance
  • 10 things to reprioritize in a balanced life

Show Notes:

  • I can help you reprioritize your life so that your family comes first. Click here to learn more about how the coaching process works and to schedule a free call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/coaching

]]>You don’t need to lower your standards in order to create work-life balance and you don’t need to settle for B+ work. Instead you need to reprioritize; to trade off being available to your coworkers to being available to your family. To trade off feeling 100% prepared for every meeting and presentation to being 75% prepared and trusting yourself for the rest. In today’s podcast I will share with you why reprioritizing is not lowering your standard and walk you through several examples of what needs to be reprioritized in order to feel balanced.

Topics in this episode:

  • Dealing with that pesky voice in your brain that is calling you not good enough
  • The difference between lowering your standards and reprioritizing
  • Why reprioritizing matters when creating work life balance
  • 10 things to reprioritize in a balanced life

Show Notes:

  • I can help you reprioritize your life so that your family comes first. Click here to learn more about how the coaching process works and to schedule a free call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/coaching

]]>3b5ac97f-2a7b-4bce-a097-d1d7c9b2e06dMon, 10 Apr 2023 03:00:00 -070016:09falsefull108108Why you should value achievement and recognitionWhy you should value achievement and recognitionAchievement, success, and recognition are all values that many women don’t like to admit are important to them. But the problem is not that these values are bad or wrong, it’s that they’re not balanced with rest, leisure and fun. In today’s podcast, I share why each of these values are important to your success as a working mom and what it will take to find balance while striving for them.

Topics in this episode:

  • What it means to value achievement, success and recognition
  • Why many women think it’s wrong to have these as key motivators
  • What makes an achievement-driven woman amazing?
  • The importance of separating yourself from your achievements
  • The art of self-validation and how to do it

Show Notes:


]]>Achievement, success, and recognition are all values that many women don’t like to admit are important to them. But the problem is not that these values are bad or wrong, it’s that they’re not balanced with rest, leisure and fun. In today’s podcast, I share why each of these values are important to your success as a working mom and what it will take to find balance while striving for them.

Topics in this episode:

  • What it means to value achievement, success and recognition
  • Why many women think it’s wrong to have these as key motivators
  • What makes an achievement-driven woman amazing?
  • The importance of separating yourself from your achievements
  • The art of self-validation and how to do it

Show Notes:


]]>c88cd039-f1b1-4f48-80f4-09450709dd70Mon, 03 Apr 2023 03:00:00 -070023:58falsefull107107The mindset that makes your goals inevitableThe mindset that makes your goals inevitableHope is a requirement if you’re going to reach your goals as a working mom. When you feel fueled with hope you are able to problem solve, troubleshoot and remain on track toward your goals but when you feel hopeless, you spin in disbelief, impossibility and feel immobilized by challenges. In today’s episode I am sharing two very specific examples of what it looks like to go after your goals when you’re fueled with hope or when you’re not.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why 4 working moms told me our conversation fueled them with hope and why that matters
  • Hope is the energy behind your ability to meet your goals
  • Hopelessness creates catastrophizing and evidence for why your goals are not possible
  • Hope fuels good problem solving, resiliency and ideation
  • A personal story about my own struggle with hopelessness as a new mom

Show Notes:

  • When you fuel your goals with hope and a specific plan, they become inevitable. I can help build your belief and give you a process to meet your goal of becoming a successful working mom at both work and home. Click here to learn more about coaching and schedule a free call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/coaching

]]>Hope is a requirement if you’re going to reach your goals as a working mom. When you feel fueled with hope you are able to problem solve, troubleshoot and remain on track toward your goals but when you feel hopeless, you spin in disbelief, impossibility and feel immobilized by challenges. In today’s episode I am sharing two very specific examples of what it looks like to go after your goals when you’re fueled with hope or when you’re not.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why 4 working moms told me our conversation fueled them with hope and why that matters
  • Hope is the energy behind your ability to meet your goals
  • Hopelessness creates catastrophizing and evidence for why your goals are not possible
  • Hope fuels good problem solving, resiliency and ideation
  • A personal story about my own struggle with hopelessness as a new mom

Show Notes:

  • When you fuel your goals with hope and a specific plan, they become inevitable. I can help build your belief and give you a process to meet your goal of becoming a successful working mom at both work and home. Click here to learn more about coaching and schedule a free call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/coaching

]]>de698af8-5c3a-4c4a-b181-fe909ebf7891Mon, 27 Mar 2023 03:00:00 -070022:10falsefull106106Unleashing pleasure (with Danielle Savory)Unleashing pleasure (with Danielle Savory)Letting your body experience good emotions like joy, success and pleasure does not come naturally, in fact, it takes practice. In today’s episode, sex coach Danielle Savory shares about why it is hard for women to receive pleasure and some simple ways to do it. In this interview, we discuss creating a safe place to experience good feelings, the impact it will have when you let those good feelings in and why learning to have better sex is the easiest way to do it.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why is pleasure (and all good feelings) so hard for women?
  • Getting out of your head and into your body
  • One powerful question to increase pleasure and good feels
  • Why learning to have better sex will help you enjoy your life more
  • How feeling critical and judgement of ourself can be overwritten when you practice feeling pleasure

Show Notes:


]]>Letting your body experience good emotions like joy, success and pleasure does not come naturally, in fact, it takes practice. In today’s episode, sex coach Danielle Savory shares about why it is hard for women to receive pleasure and some simple ways to do it. In this interview, we discuss creating a safe place to experience good feelings, the impact it will have when you let those good feelings in and why learning to have better sex is the easiest way to do it.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why is pleasure (and all good feelings) so hard for women?
  • Getting out of your head and into your body
  • One powerful question to increase pleasure and good feels
  • Why learning to have better sex will help you enjoy your life more
  • How feeling critical and judgement of ourself can be overwritten when you practice feeling pleasure

Show Notes:


]]>f4be9f24-91ee-4014-9c10-ba6f94612f1dMon, 20 Mar 2023 03:00:00 -070043:30falsefull1051053 reasons you don’t ask for help and how to overcome them3 reasons you don’t ask for help and how to overcome themLetting your body experience good emotions like joy, success and pleasure does not come naturally, in fact, it takes practice. In today’s episode, sex coach Danielle Savory shares about why it is hard for women to receive pleasure and some simple ways to do it. In this interview, we discuss creating a safe place to experience good feelings, the impact it will have when you let those good feelings in and why learning to have better sex is the easiest way to do it.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why is pleasure (and all good feelings) so hard for women?
  • Getting out of your head and into your body
  • One powerful question to increase pleasure and good feels
  • Why learning to have better sex will help you enjoy your life more
  • How feeling critical and judgement of ourselves can be overwritten when you practice feeling pleasure

Show Notes:


]]>Letting your body experience good emotions like joy, success and pleasure does not come naturally, in fact, it takes practice. In today’s episode, sex coach Danielle Savory shares about why it is hard for women to receive pleasure and some simple ways to do it. In this interview, we discuss creating a safe place to experience good feelings, the impact it will have when you let those good feelings in and why learning to have better sex is the easiest way to do it.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why is pleasure (and all good feelings) so hard for women?
  • Getting out of your head and into your body
  • One powerful question to increase pleasure and good feels
  • Why learning to have better sex will help you enjoy your life more
  • How feeling critical and judgement of ourselves can be overwritten when you practice feeling pleasure

Show Notes:


]]>fb414387-5858-41e0-8bae-0d6a5253ecdbMon, 13 Mar 2023 03:00:00 -070022:40falsefull104104Stop trying to make your kids happyStop trying to make your kids happyIt’s OK for your kids to be unhappy. It’s OK for them to cry uncontrollably when you leave them. Your kids are allowed to feel whatever they want to feel because it doesn’t mean that you’re a bad parent. When you try to make sure your kids are always happy, it leaves you feeling exhausted and out of balance because you are trying to control something (or someone) that is ultimately uncontrollable. In today’s episode I want to offer you another perspective to your kid’s emotions that will allow you to feel more connected and calm in the midst of their big feelings.

Topics in this episode:

  • A new way to think of negative emotions
  • Why it’s ok to not always feel happy
  • Why your mama bear instincts get triggered with your kid’s big feelings
  • The importance of defining what makes you a good parent
  • How your kids emotions effect your work-life

Show Notes:

  • Let’s start the process of redefining success as a working mom so that both your career and your life as a mom thrive! Click here to learn more and schedule a call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/coaching

]]>It’s OK for your kids to be unhappy. It’s OK for them to cry uncontrollably when you leave them. Your kids are allowed to feel whatever they want to feel because it doesn’t mean that you’re a bad parent. When you try to make sure your kids are always happy, it leaves you feeling exhausted and out of balance because you are trying to control something (or someone) that is ultimately uncontrollable. In today’s episode I want to offer you another perspective to your kid’s emotions that will allow you to feel more connected and calm in the midst of their big feelings.

Topics in this episode:

  • A new way to think of negative emotions
  • Why it’s ok to not always feel happy
  • Why your mama bear instincts get triggered with your kid’s big feelings
  • The importance of defining what makes you a good parent
  • How your kids emotions effect your work-life

Show Notes:

  • Let’s start the process of redefining success as a working mom so that both your career and your life as a mom thrive! Click here to learn more and schedule a call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/coaching

]]>82031c03-8e6f-4394-86c3-2576d3ba6458Mon, 06 Mar 2023 03:00:00 -070020:29falsefull103103Separating your identity from your job with Erin Bowald (rebroadcast)Separating your identity from your job with Erin Bowald (rebroadcast)Erin is on the executive leadership team at a marketing firm and through coaching went from feeling burnt out and overwhelmed as a working mom to feeling calm and balanced. In this interview Erin speaks of how her identity, before her daughter was born, was found in her career and what it took for her to separate herself from her job so she could make the necessary changes to leave work at work, to shut off her brain after a long work-day, to control her schedule and energy and ultimately feel calm and in control of her working mom life.

Topics in this episode:

  • What takes to shorten cycles of anxiety and overwhelm
  • Tips for making life more efficient and balanced
  • What it takes to shift your focus off your career and onto you baby (and still be successful)
  • Taking control of what time you leave the office
  • The importance of emotional management and not overlooking how you feel
  • Knowing your value at your company is not how much you accomplish
  • How resting actually allows you to show up and serve at a higher level
  • Why knowing your purpose is an important part of creating boundaries

Show Notes & References:

  • Want to speak to me directly about how to balance a fulfilling career with your life as a mom? Then apply for a free breakthrough call by clicking here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>Erin is on the executive leadership team at a marketing firm and through coaching went from feeling burnt out and overwhelmed as a working mom to feeling calm and balanced. In this interview Erin speaks of how her identity, before her daughter was born, was found in her career and what it took for her to separate herself from her job so she could make the necessary changes to leave work at work, to shut off her brain after a long work-day, to control her schedule and energy and ultimately feel calm and in control of her working mom life.

Topics in this episode:

  • What takes to shorten cycles of anxiety and overwhelm
  • Tips for making life more efficient and balanced
  • What it takes to shift your focus off your career and onto you baby (and still be successful)
  • Taking control of what time you leave the office
  • The importance of emotional management and not overlooking how you feel
  • Knowing your value at your company is not how much you accomplish
  • How resting actually allows you to show up and serve at a higher level
  • Why knowing your purpose is an important part of creating boundaries

Show Notes & References:

  • Want to speak to me directly about how to balance a fulfilling career with your life as a mom? Then apply for a free breakthrough call by clicking here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>eb8778f2-b9b0-4afd-a380-71ca8b25b40dMon, 27 Feb 2023 03:00:00 -070059:17falsefull102102Advocating for yourselfAdvocating for yourselfAdvocating for yourself is a skill. It is something that you can learn and practice. Advocating for yourself creates confidence, motivation and helps you have effective conversations with your boss. In today’s episode, I am sharing 4 tips to effectively advocate for yourself and I will share the most common reasons women find it challenging.

Topics in this episode:

  • Advocating is something that can be learned
  • 4 tips to effectively advocate for yourself
  • Focus on HOW you do things uniquely
  • Connect what you do to a greater purpose
  • Who’s job is it to advocate for you?

Show Notes & References:


]]>Advocating for yourself is a skill. It is something that you can learn and practice. Advocating for yourself creates confidence, motivation and helps you have effective conversations with your boss. In today’s episode, I am sharing 4 tips to effectively advocate for yourself and I will share the most common reasons women find it challenging.

Topics in this episode:

  • Advocating is something that can be learned
  • 4 tips to effectively advocate for yourself
  • Focus on HOW you do things uniquely
  • Connect what you do to a greater purpose
  • Who’s job is it to advocate for you?

Show Notes & References:


]]>7e4c5595-53ad-4fa0-92c8-83f9b2195dedMon, 20 Feb 2023 03:00:00 -070020:09falsefull101101Let's celebrate!Let's celebrate!Why is celebrating so hard for ambitious women? In today’s episode, I discuss my personal challenges with celebrating but why it is so important to do anyway. I will share the latest research on celebrating and how it helps create natural motivation and good feels toward yourself and your job and give you some very practical ways to make celebrations easy and fun…oh and…did I mention we will celebrate this being our 100th episode?

Topics in this episode:

  • Let’s celebrate our 100th episode together
  • My favorite way to celebrate and you get to join in!
  • The connection between celebration and creating new neuropathways which creates natural motivation toward your goals
  • Connecting the “good feels” with your successes to make reaching your goals easier
  • Celebrating the little “wins” and successes

Show Notes & References:


]]>Why is celebrating so hard for ambitious women? In today’s episode, I discuss my personal challenges with celebrating but why it is so important to do anyway. I will share the latest research on celebrating and how it helps create natural motivation and good feels toward yourself and your job and give you some very practical ways to make celebrations easy and fun…oh and…did I mention we will celebrate this being our 100th episode?

Topics in this episode:

  • Let’s celebrate our 100th episode together
  • My favorite way to celebrate and you get to join in!
  • The connection between celebration and creating new neuropathways which creates natural motivation toward your goals
  • Connecting the “good feels” with your successes to make reaching your goals easier
  • Celebrating the little “wins” and successes

Show Notes & References:


]]>1e323678-46cd-4766-b130-4e362c405a71Mon, 13 Feb 2023 03:00:00 -070026:47falsefull100100How to quickly get out of “default mode”How to quickly get out of “default mode”Have you ever caught yourself scrolling when you should be laser focused on a project? Or checking email while also playing a game with your kids? Or doing 1 last task when trying to get out the door? How do you correct course when you catch yourself doing the thing you are not supposed to be doing - in other words, living in default mode. In today’s episode, I share a tool to help you move out of “default mode” so you can make intentional progress toward your goals. It’s called: A protocol. I will explain how this tool works, when to use it and exactly what you’ll need to make it the most effective.

Topics in this episode:

  • What do you do when you catch yourself doing the thing you’re not supposed to be doing?
  • The importance of knowing the thoughts, feelings and actions that are associated with your old habits
  • The human brain live sin “default mode” 95% of the time
  • The importance of ending self-judgement if you are going to take steps toward your goals
  • 4 steps to creating an effective protocol
  • Exactly when to move from one step to another

Show Notes & References:

  • Master your ability to move intentionally toward your goals, using protocols and other coaching tools. Schedule a free breakthrough call to learn more: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Interested in having me lead a training or workshop at your company or group? Click here to learn more about hiring me as a speaker: https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/speaker
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>Have you ever caught yourself scrolling when you should be laser focused on a project? Or checking email while also playing a game with your kids? Or doing 1 last task when trying to get out the door? How do you correct course when you catch yourself doing the thing you are not supposed to be doing - in other words, living in default mode. In today’s episode, I share a tool to help you move out of “default mode” so you can make intentional progress toward your goals. It’s called: A protocol. I will explain how this tool works, when to use it and exactly what you’ll need to make it the most effective.

Topics in this episode:

  • What do you do when you catch yourself doing the thing you’re not supposed to be doing?
  • The importance of knowing the thoughts, feelings and actions that are associated with your old habits
  • The human brain live sin “default mode” 95% of the time
  • The importance of ending self-judgement if you are going to take steps toward your goals
  • 4 steps to creating an effective protocol
  • Exactly when to move from one step to another

Show Notes & References:

  • Master your ability to move intentionally toward your goals, using protocols and other coaching tools. Schedule a free breakthrough call to learn more: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Interested in having me lead a training or workshop at your company or group? Click here to learn more about hiring me as a speaker: https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/speaker
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>23ee38db-0fec-443f-98c9-d97c4b38a932Mon, 06 Feb 2023 03:00:00 -070034:52falsefull99997 effective self-care practices7 effective self-care practicesSelf-care can often feel like a little break from the daily grind. But effective self-care that has you feeling rested and filled up for long periods of time is not found in getting your nails done or finding regular “me-time”. Instead, effective self-care is about caring for your emotional and mental health. In today’s episode, I will share 7 ways to practice effective self-care, that will create sustainable calm, joy and rest so you stop needing to take a “break” from life.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why you don’t think about needing self-care while on vacation
  • At the heart of self-care is your mental and emotional health
  • 7 effective self-care practices and why they’re important
  • Protecting your belief in self, no matter your success or failure
  • Ramping up your belief in your dreams
  • Feelings are meant to be felt not stuffed
  • The most important investment of time and money

Show Notes & References:

  • Create a life you don’t need a “break” from by scheduling a breakthrough call and learning more about coaching: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Interested in having me lead a training or workshop at your company or group? Click here to learn more about hiring me as a speaker: https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/speaker
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>Self-care can often feel like a little break from the daily grind. But effective self-care that has you feeling rested and filled up for long periods of time is not found in getting your nails done or finding regular “me-time”. Instead, effective self-care is about caring for your emotional and mental health. In today’s episode, I will share 7 ways to practice effective self-care, that will create sustainable calm, joy and rest so you stop needing to take a “break” from life.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why you don’t think about needing self-care while on vacation
  • At the heart of self-care is your mental and emotional health
  • 7 effective self-care practices and why they’re important
  • Protecting your belief in self, no matter your success or failure
  • Ramping up your belief in your dreams
  • Feelings are meant to be felt not stuffed
  • The most important investment of time and money

Show Notes & References:

  • Create a life you don’t need a “break” from by scheduling a breakthrough call and learning more about coaching: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Interested in having me lead a training or workshop at your company or group? Click here to learn more about hiring me as a speaker: https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/speaker
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>fd762181-99c2-4131-a115-f43f4fecb771Mon, 30 Jan 2023 03:00:00 -070022:09falsefull9898Making powerful money decisions (with Nicole Stork-Hestad)Making powerful money decisions (with Nicole Stork-Hestad)Most of us use the filter “can I afford it?” when making money decisions which leaves us feeling powerless when it comes to buying the life we want. But how much we make and how we spend our money is entirely in our control. In today’s podcast I interview money coach Nicole Stork-Hestad, who shares her mindset around money and money decisions. We talk about how to leverage debt, the discomfort of spending money on ourself and ultimately the mindset that is required to buy the life you dream of living.

Topics in this episode:

  • What it takes to “tell the dollars where to go”
  • Why talking to your future self is important and what to ask her about money
  • Debt and why it’s not bad
  • Feeling worthy to spend money on yourself
  • Irradiating the money decision filter – “can I afford it?” and what filter to use instead
  • The discomfort that comes with buying the life you want to live

Show Notes & References:


]]>Most of us use the filter “can I afford it?” when making money decisions which leaves us feeling powerless when it comes to buying the life we want. But how much we make and how we spend our money is entirely in our control. In today’s podcast I interview money coach Nicole Stork-Hestad, who shares her mindset around money and money decisions. We talk about how to leverage debt, the discomfort of spending money on ourself and ultimately the mindset that is required to buy the life you dream of living.

Topics in this episode:

  • What it takes to “tell the dollars where to go”
  • Why talking to your future self is important and what to ask her about money
  • Debt and why it’s not bad
  • Feeling worthy to spend money on yourself
  • Irradiating the money decision filter – “can I afford it?” and what filter to use instead
  • The discomfort that comes with buying the life you want to live

Show Notes & References:


]]>05f451d8-9533-4c45-8270-405ab8ba47e0Mon, 23 Jan 2023 03:00:00 -070052:58falsefull97975 must-have mindsets that create balance5 must-have mindsets that create balanceOn today’s episode I am sharing 5 must-have mindsets if you want to create a life that feels balanced because a life a life that feels balanced starts in your mind. We like to think that if we just control how much we work or when we check email, that magically we will feel more present and content, but in reality, our mindset is the first thing that needs to change. These 5 simple mindsets are what will allow you to actually shut down your work-brain with your computer, to be present and focused when you are with your family and they will allow you to schedule in time for just YOU.

Topics in this episode:

  • What is balance? A feeling.
  • 5 mindsets that allow for a balanced life and why they work.
  • A balanced life centers around YOU. When you feel good about yourself, you unlock the ability to create balance.
  • The tension between wanting something to be different and feeling satisfied with what is
  • The importance of being willing to feel any emotion when it comes to feeling balanced.

Show Notes & References:

  • Need a complete mindset make-over? Let’s connect. Click here to book a free coaching call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>On today’s episode I am sharing 5 must-have mindsets if you want to create a life that feels balanced because a life a life that feels balanced starts in your mind. We like to think that if we just control how much we work or when we check email, that magically we will feel more present and content, but in reality, our mindset is the first thing that needs to change. These 5 simple mindsets are what will allow you to actually shut down your work-brain with your computer, to be present and focused when you are with your family and they will allow you to schedule in time for just YOU.

Topics in this episode:

  • What is balance? A feeling.
  • 5 mindsets that allow for a balanced life and why they work.
  • A balanced life centers around YOU. When you feel good about yourself, you unlock the ability to create balance.
  • The tension between wanting something to be different and feeling satisfied with what is
  • The importance of being willing to feel any emotion when it comes to feeling balanced.

Show Notes & References:

  • Need a complete mindset make-over? Let’s connect. Click here to book a free coaching call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>31e4c00a-2c64-43e4-a4bd-14df685f17acMon, 16 Jan 2023 03:00:00 -070023:58falsefull9696Have to vs want to (rebroadcast)Have to vs want to (rebroadcast)A balanced life is a life of WANT-to. It’s a life that feels purposeful, motivating, fun and even easy. An unbalanced life is a life of HAVE-to. It’s a life that feels hard, forceful, and exhausting. Two women might have a very similar life with similar responsibilities but one will feel balanced because everything in their life feels like a choice – like a WANT to and the other will feel imbalanced because they feel like they have no choice and they HAVE to do the things they are doing. In this episode we are going to talk about the difference between a want to and a have to life and then explore the process of moving from have to to want to. Ready? Let’s get to it…

Topics in this episode:

  • A have to life feels forced vs. a want to life that feels chosen
  • When you want to do something, it feels motivating
  • Selecting activities with your kids that you want to do
  • 3 steps to moving from a life of have-to’s to a life of want-to’s
  • Shifting your thoughts so that the activities in life feel like something you want

Show Notes & References:

  • I can help you create a life you not only want to live, but a life that makes you happy and excited to live. Ready to get started? Click here to book a free coaching call to learn more. www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>A balanced life is a life of WANT-to. It’s a life that feels purposeful, motivating, fun and even easy. An unbalanced life is a life of HAVE-to. It’s a life that feels hard, forceful, and exhausting. Two women might have a very similar life with similar responsibilities but one will feel balanced because everything in their life feels like a choice – like a WANT to and the other will feel imbalanced because they feel like they have no choice and they HAVE to do the things they are doing. In this episode we are going to talk about the difference between a want to and a have to life and then explore the process of moving from have to to want to. Ready? Let’s get to it…

Topics in this episode:

  • A have to life feels forced vs. a want to life that feels chosen
  • When you want to do something, it feels motivating
  • Selecting activities with your kids that you want to do
  • 3 steps to moving from a life of have-to’s to a life of want-to’s
  • Shifting your thoughts so that the activities in life feel like something you want

Show Notes & References:

  • I can help you create a life you not only want to live, but a life that makes you happy and excited to live. Ready to get started? Click here to book a free coaching call to learn more. www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>c65c2047-b47d-4d12-94f6-ce3e0c23e5bcMon, 09 Jan 2023 03:00:00 -070021:08falsefull9595Guarantee your 2023 goals in 6 stepsGuarantee your 2023 goals in 6 stepsThe most common time to set goals is at the beginning of a new year. But yet, almost 25% will quit on their goals before the end of January. I don’t want this for you! I want you to achieve everything you want this year and in your life, so today in the podcast, I am sharing with you exactly you need to do in order to expedite your results and almost guarantee them (ok, it’s only 95% guaranteed, but that’s pretty close!) In this episode I will break down the 6 steps to expediting your goals and give examples of how some of my clients have tackled these steps so that you feel like success is inevitable. Grab a paper and pen, you might need it for this one.

Topics in this episode:

  • The power of declaring your goals
  • What to do when you don’t feel motivated anymore
  • A well-known, but rarely used, tactic to (almost) guaranteeing you reach your goals
  • Unpaid vs paid accountability – which is better?
  • The actual roadblock to reaching your goals and how to overcome it

Show Notes & References:

  • Give yourself a 95% chance of reaching your goals by working with me in 2023. Click here to schedule a free coaching call and expedite the process: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>The most common time to set goals is at the beginning of a new year. But yet, almost 25% will quit on their goals before the end of January. I don’t want this for you! I want you to achieve everything you want this year and in your life, so today in the podcast, I am sharing with you exactly you need to do in order to expedite your results and almost guarantee them (ok, it’s only 95% guaranteed, but that’s pretty close!) In this episode I will break down the 6 steps to expediting your goals and give examples of how some of my clients have tackled these steps so that you feel like success is inevitable. Grab a paper and pen, you might need it for this one.

Topics in this episode:

  • The power of declaring your goals
  • What to do when you don’t feel motivated anymore
  • A well-known, but rarely used, tactic to (almost) guaranteeing you reach your goals
  • Unpaid vs paid accountability – which is better?
  • The actual roadblock to reaching your goals and how to overcome it

Show Notes & References:

  • Give yourself a 95% chance of reaching your goals by working with me in 2023. Click here to schedule a free coaching call and expedite the process: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>919038e9-f640-4795-a80a-75be359447afMon, 02 Jan 2023 03:00:00 -070039:29falsefull9494The secret to prioritizing yourself (rebroadcast)The secret to prioritizing yourself (rebroadcast)No one would argue that self-care is an important part of staying sane as working moms and yet for many women it is extremely hard to do. We just simply aren’t the priority. But it’s not like we don’t know what we need to do in order to prioritize ourselves, it’s that we aren’t doing it. In this episode I want to share with you the secret to unlocking how to prioritize yourself and give you the truth to why you aren’t doing it.

Topics in this episode:

  • You don’t need a road map to prioritize yourself because you already know what to do
  • 5 powerful beliefs that unlocks the ability to prioritize you
  • The main reason you don’t put yourself first (and it’s not what you think)
  • Self-care flows out of a confident person
  • Taking ownership over my positive and negative habits
  • Teaching your brain how to believe in yourself

Show Notes & References:

  • Learn to shift out of negative self-talk and to adopt an “always enough” mindset by signing up for a free coaching call. Click here to book: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>No one would argue that self-care is an important part of staying sane as working moms and yet for many women it is extremely hard to do. We just simply aren’t the priority. But it’s not like we don’t know what we need to do in order to prioritize ourselves, it’s that we aren’t doing it. In this episode I want to share with you the secret to unlocking how to prioritize yourself and give you the truth to why you aren’t doing it.

Topics in this episode:

  • You don’t need a road map to prioritize yourself because you already know what to do
  • 5 powerful beliefs that unlocks the ability to prioritize you
  • The main reason you don’t put yourself first (and it’s not what you think)
  • Self-care flows out of a confident person
  • Taking ownership over my positive and negative habits
  • Teaching your brain how to believe in yourself

Show Notes & References:

  • Learn to shift out of negative self-talk and to adopt an “always enough” mindset by signing up for a free coaching call. Click here to book: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>9e1967d9-5dd0-459a-8a36-78dd500fe933Mon, 26 Dec 2022 03:00:00 -070019:22falsefull9393The home-to-work transitionThe home-to-work transitionToday on the podcast I’m sharing exactly what you need to do in the first 15 minutes of your workday to be the most productive and effective with your time. I call it a home-to-work transition. This is time you set aside to prepare your head and heart for the workday ahead so that as soon as you start, you feel focused, present and ready to hit the ground running. There are two parts in a good home-to-work transition, and I will break down each of them and give you lots of examples of exactly how to do it.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why kids struggle with tantrums and how it looks different for adults
  • Why you procrastinate or scroll social media when you first start working
  • Dealing with lingering emotions from your morning with the kids
  • A personal story of how I handled an emotional morning with my kiddos
  • 10+ writing exercises you can do to get your head and heart on board with starting the workday
  • How to bring more ease through common morning struggles like getting clothes on or eating breakfast

Show Notes & References:


]]>Today on the podcast I’m sharing exactly what you need to do in the first 15 minutes of your workday to be the most productive and effective with your time. I call it a home-to-work transition. This is time you set aside to prepare your head and heart for the workday ahead so that as soon as you start, you feel focused, present and ready to hit the ground running. There are two parts in a good home-to-work transition, and I will break down each of them and give you lots of examples of exactly how to do it.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why kids struggle with tantrums and how it looks different for adults
  • Why you procrastinate or scroll social media when you first start working
  • Dealing with lingering emotions from your morning with the kids
  • A personal story of how I handled an emotional morning with my kiddos
  • 10+ writing exercises you can do to get your head and heart on board with starting the workday
  • How to bring more ease through common morning struggles like getting clothes on or eating breakfast

Show Notes & References:


]]>428934fc-fa51-4935-a57e-5026dfa3157fMon, 19 Dec 2022 03:00:00 -070033:43falsefull9292#1 tool to get out of negative thoughts and emotions#1 tool to get out of negative thoughts and emotionsThere is a purging tool I use that helps me let go of negative thoughts and emotions. It helps bring perspective and makes me feel lighter when life feels heavy, hard, overwhelming or confusing. I call it: a thought download. This tool has been life-changing for me and today I will breakdown exactly when and how to use this tool so that all those negative thoughts and emotions don’t follow you around.

Topics in this episode:

  • What to do when life feels heavy, hard and overwhelming
  • How to get to the heart of what is bothering you
  • The importance of purging out the thoughts in your head
  • Your thoughts are not truth
  • Your thoughts are directly connected to your emotions
  • De-fragging your brain just like a computer

Show Notes & References:

  • I can teach you how to let go of the hard stuff in life so you don’t carry it around like a heavy backpack, book a free breakthrough call to start the process: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>There is a purging tool I use that helps me let go of negative thoughts and emotions. It helps bring perspective and makes me feel lighter when life feels heavy, hard, overwhelming or confusing. I call it: a thought download. This tool has been life-changing for me and today I will breakdown exactly when and how to use this tool so that all those negative thoughts and emotions don’t follow you around.

Topics in this episode:

  • What to do when life feels heavy, hard and overwhelming
  • How to get to the heart of what is bothering you
  • The importance of purging out the thoughts in your head
  • Your thoughts are not truth
  • Your thoughts are directly connected to your emotions
  • De-fragging your brain just like a computer

Show Notes & References:

  • I can teach you how to let go of the hard stuff in life so you don’t carry it around like a heavy backpack, book a free breakthrough call to start the process: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>9d07259c-8deb-4dd8-88b8-b6f62bde6cdfMon, 12 Dec 2022 03:00:00 -070022:53falsefull9191Becoming a confident decision maker (with Amanda Yan)Becoming a confident decision maker (with Amanda Yan)Amanda wanted to make more confident decisions. She is a working mom of 2 and was passionate about her job but she had an overactive brain that constantly told her she wasn’t doing enough or she was doing it wrong. She came to coaching to end the second guessing. She wanted to learn how to trust herself and her priorities. In this interview we discuss exactly what it took for Amanda to become a confident decision maker.

Topics in this episode:

  • How to make decisions you won’t regret later
  • Ending the negative chatter and second guessing your head
  • The first step to becoming a confident decision maker is clarity
  • Establishing your “mom values” so you always know your priorities as you parent
  • Learning to redirect your brain when it starts questioning your decisions
  • Your feelings don’t have any indication on whether a decision is right or wrong

Show Notes & References:

  • Become the person that makes confident decision, start here by scheduling a free coaching call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>Amanda wanted to make more confident decisions. She is a working mom of 2 and was passionate about her job but she had an overactive brain that constantly told her she wasn’t doing enough or she was doing it wrong. She came to coaching to end the second guessing. She wanted to learn how to trust herself and her priorities. In this interview we discuss exactly what it took for Amanda to become a confident decision maker.

Topics in this episode:

  • How to make decisions you won’t regret later
  • Ending the negative chatter and second guessing your head
  • The first step to becoming a confident decision maker is clarity
  • Establishing your “mom values” so you always know your priorities as you parent
  • Learning to redirect your brain when it starts questioning your decisions
  • Your feelings don’t have any indication on whether a decision is right or wrong

Show Notes & References:

  • Become the person that makes confident decision, start here by scheduling a free coaching call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>560b9e8f-0481-4165-9235-763024a99226Mon, 05 Dec 2022 03:00:00 -070046:14falsefull9090What to do if you are not in a family friendly jobWhat to do if you are not in a family friendly jobIf you feel held back or stuck in your career because you are a mom and you are not in a family friendly company, you have 3 options: stay, fight or leave. The problem is all these options feel hard. In today’s podcast I breakdown exactly what to do if you find yourself in a company that is not family friendly. I walk you through your options and help you determine exactly which one is right for you.

Topics in this episode:

  • The motherhood penalty facts
  • How you know you are not in a family friendly company
  • The importance of knowing what is you, and what is them
  • 3 options if you feel stuck in your company
  • What is stopping you from pursuing one of these options
  • How coaching can help you move forward

Show Notes & References:


]]>If you feel held back or stuck in your career because you are a mom and you are not in a family friendly company, you have 3 options: stay, fight or leave. The problem is all these options feel hard. In today’s podcast I breakdown exactly what to do if you find yourself in a company that is not family friendly. I walk you through your options and help you determine exactly which one is right for you.

Topics in this episode:

  • The motherhood penalty facts
  • How you know you are not in a family friendly company
  • The importance of knowing what is you, and what is them
  • 3 options if you feel stuck in your company
  • What is stopping you from pursuing one of these options
  • How coaching can help you move forward

Show Notes & References:


]]>25e102bb-c109-456a-9095-eda4c70e35b2Mon, 28 Nov 2022 03:00:00 -070023:41falsefull8989Love your current lifeLove your current lifeThe fastest way to get to the balanced and fulfilling working mom life you desire is to love your current working mom life. When you need something to change, you feel dependent on it for happiness. When you feel satisfied and happy with the life you already have, you feel more confident in yourself and your ability to navigate through any changes you desire. In today’s episode, I am explaining why the fastest way to make a change is to love your life without it changing.

Topics in this episode:

  • 3 practical exercises to help you see your current life as amazing
  • Why I cried my eyes out, twice last week
  • The difference between gratitude and satisfaction and why satisfaction is more powerful
  • Our brains naturally see what isn’t going well and what you need to do to redirect it
  • Why it’s ok to want but not need

Show Notes & References:

  • Stop waiting for your job to change or for a promotion to happen or for your kids to get a little older. Work with me and you will begin to love your life right now as we work toward bigger goals. Click here to schedule a call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Have a podcast idea? Send me an email: rebecca@rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>The fastest way to get to the balanced and fulfilling working mom life you desire is to love your current working mom life. When you need something to change, you feel dependent on it for happiness. When you feel satisfied and happy with the life you already have, you feel more confident in yourself and your ability to navigate through any changes you desire. In today’s episode, I am explaining why the fastest way to make a change is to love your life without it changing.

Topics in this episode:

  • 3 practical exercises to help you see your current life as amazing
  • Why I cried my eyes out, twice last week
  • The difference between gratitude and satisfaction and why satisfaction is more powerful
  • Our brains naturally see what isn’t going well and what you need to do to redirect it
  • Why it’s ok to want but not need

Show Notes & References:

  • Stop waiting for your job to change or for a promotion to happen or for your kids to get a little older. Work with me and you will begin to love your life right now as we work toward bigger goals. Click here to schedule a call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Have a podcast idea? Send me an email: rebecca@rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>11727899-24c0-4cfe-b059-29d08f30993eMon, 21 Nov 2022 03:00:00 -070024:41falsefull8888Persistance vs. obstinancePersistance vs. obstinanceAt some point in your journey to having a fulfilling and balanced working mom life, you are going to feel stuck. You are going to know what you need to do but have a hard time doing it because it feels hard or uncomfortable. That is obstinance. Obstinance is the strong desire for something without a willingness to do the hard thing to make it happen. Today on the podcast, I will talk about the difference between obstinance and persistence, the mindset of a persistent person and I will offer 3 steps to get you unstuck and moving toward your goals.

Topics in this episode:

  • The difference between obstinance and persistence
  • How feeling stuck is really just you being obstinate
  • The mindset of a persistent person
  • How investing in coaching is one of the most persistent things you can do to reach your goals
  • 3 steps to getting unstuck and moving toward your goals

Show Notes & References:


]]>At some point in your journey to having a fulfilling and balanced working mom life, you are going to feel stuck. You are going to know what you need to do but have a hard time doing it because it feels hard or uncomfortable. That is obstinance. Obstinance is the strong desire for something without a willingness to do the hard thing to make it happen. Today on the podcast, I will talk about the difference between obstinance and persistence, the mindset of a persistent person and I will offer 3 steps to get you unstuck and moving toward your goals.

Topics in this episode:

  • The difference between obstinance and persistence
  • How feeling stuck is really just you being obstinate
  • The mindset of a persistent person
  • How investing in coaching is one of the most persistent things you can do to reach your goals
  • 3 steps to getting unstuck and moving toward your goals

Show Notes & References:


]]>0b6d4555-2a54-424d-a892-279e7252e844Mon, 14 Nov 2022 03:00:00 -070022:33falsefull8787Time management is not the problemTime management is not the problemMost working moms think time-management is the key to work-life balance. If you could just learn how to achieve more in less time, then you won’t feel so stressed and overwhelmed, right? In today’s episode, I will share with you why work-life balance is not a time management problem and instead, offer 3 alternatives to the problem with a first step solution for each.

Topics in this episode:

  • 3 alternatives to the time management problem
  • Why getting more done does not actually create balance
  • Why time management is the LAST thing you need to learn when creating work-life balance
  • Upholding boundaries is actually an emotion issue
  • The importance of believing in yourself, when creating balance
  • 3 specific first steps you can take today toward better balance

Show Notes & References:


]]>Most working moms think time-management is the key to work-life balance. If you could just learn how to achieve more in less time, then you won’t feel so stressed and overwhelmed, right? In today’s episode, I will share with you why work-life balance is not a time management problem and instead, offer 3 alternatives to the problem with a first step solution for each.

Topics in this episode:

  • 3 alternatives to the time management problem
  • Why getting more done does not actually create balance
  • Why time management is the LAST thing you need to learn when creating work-life balance
  • Upholding boundaries is actually an emotion issue
  • The importance of believing in yourself, when creating balance
  • 3 specific first steps you can take today toward better balance

Show Notes & References:


]]>ef56571e-ba1f-410e-b01a-f32ae616f257Mon, 07 Nov 2022 03:00:00 -070019:27falsefull8686How to not fail when pursuing your dream (with Sara Federschmidt)How to not fail when pursuing your dream (with Sara Federschmidt)Sara is following her dream! After being out of veterinarian school for just one year, she will be opening her own clinic. But this dream may never have happened, had it not been for coaching. Over the course of 6 months Sara learned to trust herself and end the constant internal questioning. She stopped thinking she needed the perfect plan to execute her dreams and instead learned to lean on her own knowledge, instincts and confidence. Today, Sara prioritizes time to herself, workouts and time with her family, despite all the busyness of starting up a clinic. In this interview, Sara shares some the mindsets and tools she learned, and still uses, since coaching that helped her overcome the fear of going out on her own while still maintaining work-life balance.

Topics in this episode:

  • Self-reliance gets in the way of achieving your goals
  • How coaching sped up Sara’s dream by 4 years
  • How to make success inevitable when following your dream
  • The #1 skill learned in coaching: self validation
  • What is the cost of NOT following your dream?
  • The mindset to overcome the fear of failing at your dream

Show Notes & References:

  • Overcome the fear that is holding you back from pursuing your dream job. Just like Sara, it starts with scheduling your free breakthrough call and deciding that you and your happiness are worth it. Click here to schedule your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>Sara is following her dream! After being out of veterinarian school for just one year, she will be opening her own clinic. But this dream may never have happened, had it not been for coaching. Over the course of 6 months Sara learned to trust herself and end the constant internal questioning. She stopped thinking she needed the perfect plan to execute her dreams and instead learned to lean on her own knowledge, instincts and confidence. Today, Sara prioritizes time to herself, workouts and time with her family, despite all the busyness of starting up a clinic. In this interview, Sara shares some the mindsets and tools she learned, and still uses, since coaching that helped her overcome the fear of going out on her own while still maintaining work-life balance.

Topics in this episode:

  • Self-reliance gets in the way of achieving your goals
  • How coaching sped up Sara’s dream by 4 years
  • How to make success inevitable when following your dream
  • The #1 skill learned in coaching: self validation
  • What is the cost of NOT following your dream?
  • The mindset to overcome the fear of failing at your dream

Show Notes & References:

  • Overcome the fear that is holding you back from pursuing your dream job. Just like Sara, it starts with scheduling your free breakthrough call and deciding that you and your happiness are worth it. Click here to schedule your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>67be96e0-2d17-46c8-8561-8cb05cadd00bMon, 31 Oct 2022 03:00:00 -070053:37falsefull8585Get back on track in 2 minutes or lessGet back on track in 2 minutes or lessWhat do you do when you realize you are doing the very thing you don’t want to do? For example, you are distracted on your phone when with your kids, unable to shut down your work brain, saying yes to too many things, yelling at your kids or logging back on at night. How do you get yourself back on track? In this episode I am sharing 8 tools that take 2 minutes or less to help you reset so you can quickly get back on track toward balance and happiness.

Topics in this episode:

  • 8 practical tools to help you reset your mindset and emotions
  • Why your thoughts and feelings are behind every imbalanced behavior
  • Getting yourself out of lack or “I’m not good enough”
  • The importance of saying the thing even when it feels mean and icky
  • Emotions have specific sensations

Show Notes & References:

  • Stop falling back into old bad habits of overworking and click here to schedule a breakthrough call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Have a podcast idea? Send me an email: rebecca@rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>What do you do when you realize you are doing the very thing you don’t want to do? For example, you are distracted on your phone when with your kids, unable to shut down your work brain, saying yes to too many things, yelling at your kids or logging back on at night. How do you get yourself back on track? In this episode I am sharing 8 tools that take 2 minutes or less to help you reset so you can quickly get back on track toward balance and happiness.

Topics in this episode:

  • 8 practical tools to help you reset your mindset and emotions
  • Why your thoughts and feelings are behind every imbalanced behavior
  • Getting yourself out of lack or “I’m not good enough”
  • The importance of saying the thing even when it feels mean and icky
  • Emotions have specific sensations

Show Notes & References:

  • Stop falling back into old bad habits of overworking and click here to schedule a breakthrough call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Have a podcast idea? Send me an email: rebecca@rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>5e7194f8-e8c3-4879-b1bd-458580fbd9beMon, 24 Oct 2022 03:00:00 -070027:52falsefull8484Advancing your career as a working mom (with Stacy Mayer)Advancing your career as a working mom (with Stacy Mayer)Today on the podcast, I interview Stacy Mayer, an executive coach and promotion strategist, on what it takes to advance your career as a working mom. During the interview we discuss the challenges that working moms face, some of the mindsets that hold them back and ultimately what it takes to take full control of your career trajectory.

Topics in this episode:

  • How opportunities have shifted for working moms in the last 5 years and why that is good for you
  • Is it true that moving up in your career will require more time & energy?
  • The importance of setting a vision for your career and how to do it
  • The difference between visioning and goal setting in your career
  • The importance of intentionality when it comes to career advancement

Show Notes & References:


]]>Today on the podcast, I interview Stacy Mayer, an executive coach and promotion strategist, on what it takes to advance your career as a working mom. During the interview we discuss the challenges that working moms face, some of the mindsets that hold them back and ultimately what it takes to take full control of your career trajectory.

Topics in this episode:

  • How opportunities have shifted for working moms in the last 5 years and why that is good for you
  • Is it true that moving up in your career will require more time & energy?
  • The importance of setting a vision for your career and how to do it
  • The difference between visioning and goal setting in your career
  • The importance of intentionality when it comes to career advancement

Show Notes & References:


]]>c4cd123c-a466-44de-999e-8aa3ae6b7bc0Mon, 17 Oct 2022 03:00:00 -070056:46falsefull8383The motherhood identity crisisThe motherhood identity crisisThe motherhood identity crisis is the internal questioning that happens after you start having kids. “Who am I?” and “What do I want?” are fundamental questions that need to be answered in order for you to continue operating as an ambitious woman. In today’s podcast I am sharing with you two reasons why women experience an identity crisis after becoming a mom and what they can do to help themselves through it.

Topics in this episode:

  • Normalizing the identity crisis after motherhood
  • The importance of knowing who you are and what you want
  • Why ambitious career driven women experience a crisis after having kids
  • 3 steps to moving yourself through the motherhood identity crisis
  • How coaching can help you get out of crisis mode faster

Show Notes & References:

  • Get out of crisis mode and into an intentionally balanced life! Click here to schedule a free call www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>The motherhood identity crisis is the internal questioning that happens after you start having kids. “Who am I?” and “What do I want?” are fundamental questions that need to be answered in order for you to continue operating as an ambitious woman. In today’s podcast I am sharing with you two reasons why women experience an identity crisis after becoming a mom and what they can do to help themselves through it.

Topics in this episode:

  • Normalizing the identity crisis after motherhood
  • The importance of knowing who you are and what you want
  • Why ambitious career driven women experience a crisis after having kids
  • 3 steps to moving yourself through the motherhood identity crisis
  • How coaching can help you get out of crisis mode faster

Show Notes & References:

  • Get out of crisis mode and into an intentionally balanced life! Click here to schedule a free call www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>e4efed42-d6ca-425c-9af4-ce3905d60159Mon, 10 Oct 2022 03:00:00 -070024:26falsefull8282The truth about needing to get one more thing doneThe truth about needing to get one more thing doneHyper-doing is the overwhelming need to get one more thing done. Hyper-doing is one of the three most common overworking behaviors that cause working moms to prioritize work over rest because it has you focusing on doing more instead of being present and having fun. In today’s podcast, I will be sharing with you three practical ways to rewire your hyper-doing brain so that rest, adventures, delight and presence is prioritized over productivity. This is part 3 of a 3-part series on the three most common overworking behaviors.

Topics in this episode:

  • What is hyper-doing?
  • 3 reasons why hyper-doing is the cause of imbalance
  • How accomplishing more will not allow you to rest
  • You are not more valuable if you achieve more
  • Why you shouldn’t squeeze one more thing in, even if you can
  • The importance of feeling satisfied so you stop doing more things
  • 3 ways to rewire your hyper-doing brain

Show Notes & References:


]]>Hyper-doing is the overwhelming need to get one more thing done. Hyper-doing is one of the three most common overworking behaviors that cause working moms to prioritize work over rest because it has you focusing on doing more instead of being present and having fun. In today’s podcast, I will be sharing with you three practical ways to rewire your hyper-doing brain so that rest, adventures, delight and presence is prioritized over productivity. This is part 3 of a 3-part series on the three most common overworking behaviors.

Topics in this episode:

  • What is hyper-doing?
  • 3 reasons why hyper-doing is the cause of imbalance
  • How accomplishing more will not allow you to rest
  • You are not more valuable if you achieve more
  • Why you shouldn’t squeeze one more thing in, even if you can
  • The importance of feeling satisfied so you stop doing more things
  • 3 ways to rewire your hyper-doing brain

Show Notes & References:


]]>dd152d4b-cca9-48b0-9929-1d3432e8e7c0Mon, 03 Oct 2022 03:00:00 -070024:00falsefull8181The truth about perfectionismThe truth about perfectionismPerfectionism is at the root of many time-sucking imbalanced behaviors like indecision, overpreparing, and seeking validation. And it would be hard for you to experience the full joy of life and feel true balance without addressing your perfectionist tendencies. On today’s podcast I share with you the truth about perfectionism, what it is, exactly why you need to be working on it and I’ll give you two specific exercises to help you overcome it.

Topics in this episode:

  • The need to get things right
  • Perfectionism and the avoidance of failure
  • Why it’s important to practice self-trust
  • 1 core belief that will end perfectionism if you truly believed it
  • My personal battle with perfectionism and fearing failure
  • If failure isn’t negative, what is it?

Show Notes & References:


]]>Perfectionism is at the root of many time-sucking imbalanced behaviors like indecision, overpreparing, and seeking validation. And it would be hard for you to experience the full joy of life and feel true balance without addressing your perfectionist tendencies. On today’s podcast I share with you the truth about perfectionism, what it is, exactly why you need to be working on it and I’ll give you two specific exercises to help you overcome it.

Topics in this episode:

  • The need to get things right
  • Perfectionism and the avoidance of failure
  • Why it’s important to practice self-trust
  • 1 core belief that will end perfectionism if you truly believed it
  • My personal battle with perfectionism and fearing failure
  • If failure isn’t negative, what is it?

Show Notes & References:


]]>98a087a7-0c8c-48d3-89d4-a03a1be2db62Mon, 26 Sep 2022 03:00:00 -070033:33falsefull8080The truth about people pleasingThe truth about people pleasingPeople pleasing is a behavior that prevents women from experiencing work-life balance. It causes them to say yes to too many things, to not delegate, to work late and always be available. People pleasers don’t want anyone else to feel disappointed and so they avoid conflict at all costs. But people pleasing isn’t really what you think. In today’s podcast, I’m sharing the truth about people pleasing, what you’re actually trying to avoid by people pleasing and 2 things you need to do to stop the people pleasing behaviors.

Topics in this episode:

  • What you likely misunderstand about people pleasing
  • Why people pleasers are amazing people and what makes it good
  • What you make it mean when someone else is disappointed in something you do
  • How inadequacy and feeling incapable are at the heart of people pleasing
  • Why it’s important for you to know what makes you invaluable at your company
  • The 2 step path toward ending people pleasing

Show Notes & References:

In 6 months you can stop people pleasing and start controlling your schedule, presence and energy. Click here to schedule a free call and learn more about coaching: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>People pleasing is a behavior that prevents women from experiencing work-life balance. It causes them to say yes to too many things, to not delegate, to work late and always be available. People pleasers don’t want anyone else to feel disappointed and so they avoid conflict at all costs. But people pleasing isn’t really what you think. In today’s podcast, I’m sharing the truth about people pleasing, what you’re actually trying to avoid by people pleasing and 2 things you need to do to stop the people pleasing behaviors.

Topics in this episode:

  • What you likely misunderstand about people pleasing
  • Why people pleasers are amazing people and what makes it good
  • What you make it mean when someone else is disappointed in something you do
  • How inadequacy and feeling incapable are at the heart of people pleasing
  • Why it’s important for you to know what makes you invaluable at your company
  • The 2 step path toward ending people pleasing

Show Notes & References:

In 6 months you can stop people pleasing and start controlling your schedule, presence and energy. Click here to schedule a free call and learn more about coaching: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>4c3d44d5-27de-4a19-ad9c-98035e806e6eMon, 19 Sep 2022 03:00:00 -070023:04falsefull7979Stop thinking “it’s not working”Stop thinking “it’s not working”When you think “it’s not working, I’m failing, this shouldn’t be happening…” how does that make you feel? Not good, right? Thinking “it’s not working” sends you into fix-it mode where you start working more in order to prove yourself and feel better about your work. In today’s podcast I’m breaking down three scenarios where the thought “it’s not working” or “something’s wrong” is at the heart of imbalance and share with you exactly what you should be thinking instead.

Topics in this episode:

  • “It’s not working” is just “I’m failing” in disguise
  • How imbalance stems from some flavor of the thought “it’s not working”
  • Not getting through your to-do’s does not mean you’re doing something wrong
  • Yelling at your kids doesn’t make you a bad mom
  • When you problem solve at the highest level

Show Notes & References:

  • Create for yourself a mindset and life that is always working – schedule a time for us to connect about coaching: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>When you think “it’s not working, I’m failing, this shouldn’t be happening…” how does that make you feel? Not good, right? Thinking “it’s not working” sends you into fix-it mode where you start working more in order to prove yourself and feel better about your work. In today’s podcast I’m breaking down three scenarios where the thought “it’s not working” or “something’s wrong” is at the heart of imbalance and share with you exactly what you should be thinking instead.

Topics in this episode:

  • “It’s not working” is just “I’m failing” in disguise
  • How imbalance stems from some flavor of the thought “it’s not working”
  • Not getting through your to-do’s does not mean you’re doing something wrong
  • Yelling at your kids doesn’t make you a bad mom
  • When you problem solve at the highest level

Show Notes & References:

  • Create for yourself a mindset and life that is always working – schedule a time for us to connect about coaching: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>9e756b88-bffa-48c1-a37e-45628a73c063Mon, 12 Sep 2022 03:00:00 -070019:49falsefull7878How to spend money on yourselfHow to spend money on yourselfWhen deciding to spend money on yourself it’s not really about affordability, the money is almost always there, instead it’s about feeling comfortable spending money on yourself. Over the past 5 years, I have spent over $200,000 on myself, my happiness and my business and today I will share the 3 things I believe about investing in myself that has helped me get past the discomfort.

Topics in this episode:

  • How I was able to invest in myself even when my body was shaking and sweating in fear
  • The wrong question to ask yourself when you are thinking about spending money on yourself
  • The power of believing you are worthy of investing in
  • 2 specific questions to help you get over the hurdle of investing
  • If you feel resistance to investing in yourself, start with this question…
  • How to ensure you make the “right” decision
  • What you will get out of an investment in coaching

Show Notes & References:

  • Decide you are worth it and schedule a free breakthrough call to learn more about coaching: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>When deciding to spend money on yourself it’s not really about affordability, the money is almost always there, instead it’s about feeling comfortable spending money on yourself. Over the past 5 years, I have spent over $200,000 on myself, my happiness and my business and today I will share the 3 things I believe about investing in myself that has helped me get past the discomfort.

Topics in this episode:

  • How I was able to invest in myself even when my body was shaking and sweating in fear
  • The wrong question to ask yourself when you are thinking about spending money on yourself
  • The power of believing you are worthy of investing in
  • 2 specific questions to help you get over the hurdle of investing
  • If you feel resistance to investing in yourself, start with this question…
  • How to ensure you make the “right” decision
  • What you will get out of an investment in coaching

Show Notes & References:

  • Decide you are worth it and schedule a free breakthrough call to learn more about coaching: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>fea309ac-a3d9-4a95-96be-6dd1cb6f3140Mon, 05 Sep 2022 03:00:00 -070025:44falsefull77775 things to make change easier5 things to make change easierBoth big and little changes can cause lots of anxiety and stress, but there are 5 specific things you can do to make change easier. In today’s podcast I am sharing what I learned over the last 5 months, while my family has been going through a huge change, that will help you to feel more calm and in control during your next transition.

Topics in this episode:

  • My family is moving to Benicia, CA
  • Why no human like change (no, you’re not the only one)
  • What your body experiences in the midst of change and why it feels so bad
  • What to do when you feel like quitting or you’re second guessing the change
  • How to calm your body when it freaks out in the midst of change
  • 5 specific things you can do to make change easier

Show Notes & References:

  • Episode reference: Stop Shoulding (www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/8)
  • Schedule a free coaching call if you want to not just control the Sunday Scaries, but eradicate them from your working mom life: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>Both big and little changes can cause lots of anxiety and stress, but there are 5 specific things you can do to make change easier. In today’s podcast I am sharing what I learned over the last 5 months, while my family has been going through a huge change, that will help you to feel more calm and in control during your next transition.

Topics in this episode:

  • My family is moving to Benicia, CA
  • Why no human like change (no, you’re not the only one)
  • What your body experiences in the midst of change and why it feels so bad
  • What to do when you feel like quitting or you’re second guessing the change
  • How to calm your body when it freaks out in the midst of change
  • 5 specific things you can do to make change easier

Show Notes & References:

  • Episode reference: Stop Shoulding (www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/8)
  • Schedule a free coaching call if you want to not just control the Sunday Scaries, but eradicate them from your working mom life: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>8b6048a8-914b-42ac-8ab6-03f457b80d25Mon, 29 Aug 2022 03:00:00 -070031:13falsefull76764 simple steps to end the Sunday Scaries4 simple steps to end the Sunday ScariesThe Sunday Scaries are an experience most working moms have on Sunday afternoons when their brain unintentionally starts thinking about work the next day, which then produces stress, anxiety and overwhelm. In today’s podcast, I am going to explain exactly why you experience the Sunday Scaries, how it is something that is actually controllable and 4 specific steps to ending them.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why your brain likes to bring up the Sunday Scaries
  • How the Sunday Scaries are something you create, not something that happens to you
  • The Sunday Scaries are a survival mechanism
  • What it takes to control the Sunday Scaries
  • 4 specific steps to end the Sunday Scaries
  • 3 questions to intentionally shift your mindset on Sunday’s

Show Notes & References:

  • Do you have a topic for the podcast? Send me an email at Rebecca@rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Schedule a free coaching call if you want to not just control the Sunday Scaries, but eradicate them from your working mom life: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>The Sunday Scaries are an experience most working moms have on Sunday afternoons when their brain unintentionally starts thinking about work the next day, which then produces stress, anxiety and overwhelm. In today’s podcast, I am going to explain exactly why you experience the Sunday Scaries, how it is something that is actually controllable and 4 specific steps to ending them.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why your brain likes to bring up the Sunday Scaries
  • How the Sunday Scaries are something you create, not something that happens to you
  • The Sunday Scaries are a survival mechanism
  • What it takes to control the Sunday Scaries
  • 4 specific steps to end the Sunday Scaries
  • 3 questions to intentionally shift your mindset on Sunday’s

Show Notes & References:

  • Do you have a topic for the podcast? Send me an email at Rebecca@rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Schedule a free coaching call if you want to not just control the Sunday Scaries, but eradicate them from your working mom life: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>c2c4ea50-4e3f-4fa9-b335-e4c1b24b5f08Mon, 22 Aug 2022 03:00:00 -070018:30falsefull7575Why you shouldn’t listen to your gutWhy you shouldn’t listen to your gutYour gut is not always the best guide when making decisions. Your gut wants you to feel safe and comfortable, which is not always the goal. An ambitious and balanced life is not one that feels comfy and cozy, it’s one that has you putting yourself out there and going after big goals. In today’s podcast, I want to share with you 3 ways to make decisions that is not based on your gut. I will also breakdown exactly what that mysterious “gut feeling” is and when you should and shouldn’t be following it.

Topics in this episode:

  • How your gut has been deceiving you
  • Making decisions you know are “right”
  • Defining what is “right” for you
  • Why you don’t do the thing you know you should do
  • 3 ways of making values-based decisions
  • Why you shouldn’t follow your gut when you want to do something big

Show Notes & References:

Episodes on overcoming the fear of failure and making decisions:


]]>Your gut is not always the best guide when making decisions. Your gut wants you to feel safe and comfortable, which is not always the goal. An ambitious and balanced life is not one that feels comfy and cozy, it’s one that has you putting yourself out there and going after big goals. In today’s podcast, I want to share with you 3 ways to make decisions that is not based on your gut. I will also breakdown exactly what that mysterious “gut feeling” is and when you should and shouldn’t be following it.

Topics in this episode:

  • How your gut has been deceiving you
  • Making decisions you know are “right”
  • Defining what is “right” for you
  • Why you don’t do the thing you know you should do
  • 3 ways of making values-based decisions
  • Why you shouldn’t follow your gut when you want to do something big

Show Notes & References:

Episodes on overcoming the fear of failure and making decisions:


]]>ec9a2e04-8f56-4632-ad5b-18acf035d350Mon, 15 Aug 2022 03:00:00 -070024:14falsefull7474Cultivating the belief “I am worthy”Cultivating the belief “I am worthy”Today on the podcast I am celebrating my 40th Birthday! And to honor the past decade of my life, I want to share one belief that I worked on throughout my 30’s that changed me from the inside out. I am going to dive deep into why this one belief was so transformational to me, how I learned to cultivate it and what you can do to adopt it yourself.

Topics in this episode:

  • The importance of believing “I am worthy”
  • Why you want to boast about yourself and your amazingness
  • Why other people can’t fill your “worthy-cup”
  • What it takes to believe in yourself at a higher level
  • Specific questions to ask yourself to help build up belief in your worthiness

Show Notes & References:

  • Schedule a free coaching call if to start believing “I am worthy” no matter your successes or failures in life: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>Today on the podcast I am celebrating my 40th Birthday! And to honor the past decade of my life, I want to share one belief that I worked on throughout my 30’s that changed me from the inside out. I am going to dive deep into why this one belief was so transformational to me, how I learned to cultivate it and what you can do to adopt it yourself.

Topics in this episode:

  • The importance of believing “I am worthy”
  • Why you want to boast about yourself and your amazingness
  • Why other people can’t fill your “worthy-cup”
  • What it takes to believe in yourself at a higher level
  • Specific questions to ask yourself to help build up belief in your worthiness

Show Notes & References:

  • Schedule a free coaching call if to start believing “I am worthy” no matter your successes or failures in life: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>a6af7de2-13b0-40c3-9095-e71057d3bab5Mon, 08 Aug 2022 03:00:00 -070015:56falsefull7373Give yourself permissionGive yourself permissionIf you are not experiencing the happy and balanced life that you want as a working mom, it’s not because it doesn’t exist. It’s not because “life as a working mom is just hard”...it’s because you haven’t decided it’s your #1 priority. You haven’t given yourself permission to pursue the balanced life you want. In today’s podcast, I am breaking down the 3 reasons working moms don’t pursue the life they want and exactly what to do about it.

Topics in this episode:

  • The importance of believing what you want is out there for you.
  • You are worthy of happiness and balance.
  • You don’t need your husband’s permission to make changes in your life.
  • Why your happiness is more important than saving money.
  • Happiness and balance is not going to just happen to you, you have to decide to go after it.

Show Notes & References:

  • Schedule a free coaching call if you want to make your happiness a priority: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>If you are not experiencing the happy and balanced life that you want as a working mom, it’s not because it doesn’t exist. It’s not because “life as a working mom is just hard”...it’s because you haven’t decided it’s your #1 priority. You haven’t given yourself permission to pursue the balanced life you want. In today’s podcast, I am breaking down the 3 reasons working moms don’t pursue the life they want and exactly what to do about it.

Topics in this episode:

  • The importance of believing what you want is out there for you.
  • You are worthy of happiness and balance.
  • You don’t need your husband’s permission to make changes in your life.
  • Why your happiness is more important than saving money.
  • Happiness and balance is not going to just happen to you, you have to decide to go after it.

Show Notes & References:

  • Schedule a free coaching call if you want to make your happiness a priority: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>9980ae54-bd55-4fc4-8e79-bd5093d02808Mon, 01 Aug 2022 03:00:00 -070023:32falsefull7272It's ok to say NOIt's ok to say NOWe hear our kids start using the word “NO” around the age of two. It’s an act of control, testing limits and they know it’s going to get a reaction out of you. Strangely it’s also a word that we, as women, have a hard time using. It carries with it the fear of disappointment and of missing out. It can create social anxiety. It’s only two letters but it carries power and control. In today’s podcast I am going to share with you 3 reasons you are having a hard time saying NO and how to make it easier.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why centuries of women being submissive still has a cultural effect on our ability to say NO.
  • Saying NO does not make you a bad employee, less of a team player or a bad manager
  • The 3 most common drivers behind saying YES too much
  • What does being a “good manager” really mean, if it’s not being 100% available
  • How to self-coach yourself to make saying NO, easier

Show Notes & References:

  • Schedule a free coaching call to learn how to start saying NO so you can create space and margin in your life. Click here to schedule your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>We hear our kids start using the word “NO” around the age of two. It’s an act of control, testing limits and they know it’s going to get a reaction out of you. Strangely it’s also a word that we, as women, have a hard time using. It carries with it the fear of disappointment and of missing out. It can create social anxiety. It’s only two letters but it carries power and control. In today’s podcast I am going to share with you 3 reasons you are having a hard time saying NO and how to make it easier.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why centuries of women being submissive still has a cultural effect on our ability to say NO.
  • Saying NO does not make you a bad employee, less of a team player or a bad manager
  • The 3 most common drivers behind saying YES too much
  • What does being a “good manager” really mean, if it’s not being 100% available
  • How to self-coach yourself to make saying NO, easier

Show Notes & References:

  • Schedule a free coaching call to learn how to start saying NO so you can create space and margin in your life. Click here to schedule your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>bad2ef90-03d1-42be-86be-161412a9d6cbMon, 25 Jul 2022 03:00:00 -070017:32falsefull7171A must-do 5 minute morning practiceA must-do 5 minute morning practiceThe thoughts you have about yourself are the ones that impact you the most. It doesn’t matter what anyone else thinks, it matters what YOU think. In today’s podcast I’m sharing with you the must-do 5 minute morning practice that helps shape your thoughts so that you start your day thinking and feeling successful and confident. If you don’t have a morning routine, no problem, this is the only practice you need to do.

Topics in this episode:

  • If your thoughts are like a car, which would you rather be? A Ferrari or an old truck?
  • What is missing from your morning routine?
  • Why our thoughts about ourself default to negative
  • 2 questions that shift your that can make you feel amazing and confident
  • Why your employer should pay you to do this 5 minute practice

Show Notes & References:

  • Supplemental episodes:
  • Balance starts with your thoughts (part 3) – www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/62
  • The most important relationship in your life – www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/52
  • What makes you a great mom – www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/44
  • Schedule a free coaching call to learn how to end the negative self-talk and start feeling like the amazing working mom you are. Click here to schedule your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>The thoughts you have about yourself are the ones that impact you the most. It doesn’t matter what anyone else thinks, it matters what YOU think. In today’s podcast I’m sharing with you the must-do 5 minute morning practice that helps shape your thoughts so that you start your day thinking and feeling successful and confident. If you don’t have a morning routine, no problem, this is the only practice you need to do.

Topics in this episode:

  • If your thoughts are like a car, which would you rather be? A Ferrari or an old truck?
  • What is missing from your morning routine?
  • Why our thoughts about ourself default to negative
  • 2 questions that shift your that can make you feel amazing and confident
  • Why your employer should pay you to do this 5 minute practice

Show Notes & References:

  • Supplemental episodes:
  • Balance starts with your thoughts (part 3) – www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/62
  • The most important relationship in your life – www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/52
  • What makes you a great mom – www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/44
  • Schedule a free coaching call to learn how to end the negative self-talk and start feeling like the amazing working mom you are. Click here to schedule your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>ef222afc-305e-4ec7-aab0-dd08bc126e9bMon, 18 Jul 2022 03:00:00 -070015:30falsefull7070Living for the weekendLiving for the weekendLiving for the weekends is a sign of imbalance. It says that you are not finding enough rest, rejuvenation, and satisfaction in your everyday life. It’s a sign that your brain and body need a much needed “break”. But in a balanced life you are not constantly needing a break because there is a healthy balance between work and rest. In today’s podcast I break down the four reasons you are living for the weekend and explain what you need to do to break the cycle.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why living for the weekend is a sign of imbalance
  • Living for the weekend is a sign you are settling in life
  • The importance of rest and rejuvenation in a work week
  • The 4 most common mindsets that cause “living for the weekend”
  • How feeling satisfied and enough ends the need to desperately have that vacation

Show Notes & References:

  • Schedule a breakthrough call when you’re ready to stop living for the weekends. Click here to schedule your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>Living for the weekends is a sign of imbalance. It says that you are not finding enough rest, rejuvenation, and satisfaction in your everyday life. It’s a sign that your brain and body need a much needed “break”. But in a balanced life you are not constantly needing a break because there is a healthy balance between work and rest. In today’s podcast I break down the four reasons you are living for the weekend and explain what you need to do to break the cycle.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why living for the weekend is a sign of imbalance
  • Living for the weekend is a sign you are settling in life
  • The importance of rest and rejuvenation in a work week
  • The 4 most common mindsets that cause “living for the weekend”
  • How feeling satisfied and enough ends the need to desperately have that vacation

Show Notes & References:

  • Schedule a breakthrough call when you’re ready to stop living for the weekends. Click here to schedule your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>7401db30-40a5-4f58-9946-1d1ca17a04a8Mon, 11 Jul 2022 03:00:00 -070024:07falsefull6969Following through with your boundariesFollowing through with your boundariesThe only thing getting in the way of you following through with your work-out, or leaving work on time, or not checking email or logging back on at night, the only thing getting in the way of you holding your boundaries…is an emotion. Emotions are what drive all our actions (or inactions) and when you learn to actually feel an emotion, rather than avoid it or judge it, holding your boundaries will get immensely easier. In today’s episode I walk you through exactly what it takes to follow-through with the commitments and boundaries that will help you feel balanced.

Topics in this episode:

  • How to get over the urge to check your email on your phone
  • The simplest thing you can do when you are tempted to not hold your boundary
  • To stop feeling rushed in the morning, you need to be willing to feel this
  • The most common emotion that causes me imbalance

Show Notes & References:

  • Schedule a breakthrough call to learn exactly what emotion causes imbalance in your life and how to overcome it. Click here to schedule your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/57: 7 truths about emotions
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>The only thing getting in the way of you following through with your work-out, or leaving work on time, or not checking email or logging back on at night, the only thing getting in the way of you holding your boundaries…is an emotion. Emotions are what drive all our actions (or inactions) and when you learn to actually feel an emotion, rather than avoid it or judge it, holding your boundaries will get immensely easier. In today’s episode I walk you through exactly what it takes to follow-through with the commitments and boundaries that will help you feel balanced.

Topics in this episode:

  • How to get over the urge to check your email on your phone
  • The simplest thing you can do when you are tempted to not hold your boundary
  • To stop feeling rushed in the morning, you need to be willing to feel this
  • The most common emotion that causes me imbalance

Show Notes & References:

  • Schedule a breakthrough call to learn exactly what emotion causes imbalance in your life and how to overcome it. Click here to schedule your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/57: 7 truths about emotions
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>2ee2455c-d9cb-482d-94be-340674863d47Mon, 04 Jul 2022 03:00:00 -070019:15falsefull6868Creating balance as a lawyer (with Olivia Vizachero)Creating balance as a lawyer (with Olivia Vizachero)Is it true there are industries where balance is just impossible? To answer this question, I interviewed, Olivia Vizachero, founder of The Less Stressed Lawyer. She and I dive straight into talking about the challenges of creating balance in an industry that rewards overworking. We speak about what it takes to create balance, specific decisions that need to be made along the way, mindsets that open up the possibility of balance and the nitty gritty of creating boundaries.

Topics in this episode:

  • Can you create balance as a lawyer?
  • The trade off of money for time, what to do about it?
  • What gets in the way of creating boundaries in overworking cultures?
  • The importance of deciding ahead of time when you plan to work and not work
  • Rest as a productivity tool
  • An equation for creating boundaries
  • Dealing with discomfort when you try to stick to boundaries

Show Notes & References:


]]>Is it true there are industries where balance is just impossible? To answer this question, I interviewed, Olivia Vizachero, founder of The Less Stressed Lawyer. She and I dive straight into talking about the challenges of creating balance in an industry that rewards overworking. We speak about what it takes to create balance, specific decisions that need to be made along the way, mindsets that open up the possibility of balance and the nitty gritty of creating boundaries.

Topics in this episode:

  • Can you create balance as a lawyer?
  • The trade off of money for time, what to do about it?
  • What gets in the way of creating boundaries in overworking cultures?
  • The importance of deciding ahead of time when you plan to work and not work
  • Rest as a productivity tool
  • An equation for creating boundaries
  • Dealing with discomfort when you try to stick to boundaries

Show Notes & References:


]]>1becc2d0-234b-4e82-a9a6-9550a9dd7dfbMon, 27 Jun 2022 03:00:00 -070056:36falsefull6767Cultivating satisfaction at workCultivating satisfaction at workThere is one emotion that almost feels like magic when creating work-life balance: satisfaction. When you feel satisfied, you don’t feel the need to do more. You feel like what you have is enough, what you’ve done is enough and how you showed up is enough. In today’s podcast I am sharing 3 ways you can cultivate this magical feeling of being satisfied and explain why it is not the natural place for your brain to go.

Topics in this episode:

  • An abundance mindset creates work-life balance
  • Why your brain needs to see the glass as half-full
  • Your brain is hard wired to say “you didn’t do enough”
  • Lessons you can learn from satisfying hunger
  • The magical moment that satisfaction needs to be cultivated
  • 3 ways to cultivate feeling satisfied

Show Notes & References:


]]>There is one emotion that almost feels like magic when creating work-life balance: satisfaction. When you feel satisfied, you don’t feel the need to do more. You feel like what you have is enough, what you’ve done is enough and how you showed up is enough. In today’s podcast I am sharing 3 ways you can cultivate this magical feeling of being satisfied and explain why it is not the natural place for your brain to go.

Topics in this episode:

  • An abundance mindset creates work-life balance
  • Why your brain needs to see the glass as half-full
  • Your brain is hard wired to say “you didn’t do enough”
  • Lessons you can learn from satisfying hunger
  • The magical moment that satisfaction needs to be cultivated
  • 3 ways to cultivate feeling satisfied

Show Notes & References:


]]>c9b90094-502a-450e-ae2c-21521dcbe8c8Mon, 20 Jun 2022 03:00:00 -070017:30falsefull6666Should I join the Collective?Should I join the Collective?In today’s podcast I am walking you through what happens inside the Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms Collective. Over the past several weeks, I’ve taught you the 5 steps to work-life balance and from that series I heard from a number of working moms, asking questions about the The Collective. Today I want to share what happens after you join and all the inside details of the program.

Topics in this episode:

  • What happens when you join The Collective?
  • How does the money back guarantee work?
  • Who is The Collective for?
  • How does group coaching really work?

Show Notes & References:


]]>In today’s podcast I am walking you through what happens inside the Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms Collective. Over the past several weeks, I’ve taught you the 5 steps to work-life balance and from that series I heard from a number of working moms, asking questions about the The Collective. Today I want to share what happens after you join and all the inside details of the program.

Topics in this episode:

  • What happens when you join The Collective?
  • How does the money back guarantee work?
  • Who is The Collective for?
  • How does group coaching really work?

Show Notes & References:


]]>088c23fc-a1d2-44ba-871f-c34f43d9b891Mon, 13 Jun 2022 03:00:00 -070026:55falsefull6565You don’t need more time to feel balanced (part 5)You don’t need more time to feel balanced (part 5)If you cannot create more hours in a day, in order to achieve balance, the only two things you can do are: learn how to achieve more in less time and change the way you think about time. Because in a balanced life, the time you have feels like “enough” and you feel at peace with the ways you are spending it. In today’s podcast I am going to challenge the way you think about time and give you 3 necessary shifts in your mindset on time. This is step 5 of a 5-part series on creating sustainable work life balance.

Topics in this episode:

  • 3 mindset shifts you must make in order to change the way you feel about time
  • Since you can’t create more time, what can you do? Two things…
  • How you already know how to achieve more in less time
  • Exactly what NOT to think about how much time you have
  • How procrastination leads to balance

Show Notes & References:


]]>If you cannot create more hours in a day, in order to achieve balance, the only two things you can do are: learn how to achieve more in less time and change the way you think about time. Because in a balanced life, the time you have feels like “enough” and you feel at peace with the ways you are spending it. In today’s podcast I am going to challenge the way you think about time and give you 3 necessary shifts in your mindset on time. This is step 5 of a 5-part series on creating sustainable work life balance.

Topics in this episode:

  • 3 mindset shifts you must make in order to change the way you feel about time
  • Since you can’t create more time, what can you do? Two things…
  • How you already know how to achieve more in less time
  • Exactly what NOT to think about how much time you have
  • How procrastination leads to balance

Show Notes & References:


]]>37a1b6cb-48b5-45f6-931c-d866f0c1ede2Mon, 06 Jun 2022 03:00:00 -070016:55falsefull6464Creating and sticking to boundaries (part 4)Creating and sticking to boundaries (part 4)Boundaries are the decisions you make to either protect (or not protect) the things that are most important to you, things like time with your family, date nights, rest and working-out. Every day you make decisions to either honor those priorities and keep them safe, or not. In today’s podcast, I help you understand exactly what it takes to prioritize the things that matter most and I explain the 3 most common breaks in your boundary. This is step 4 of a 5-part series on creating sustainable work life balance.

Topics in this episode:

  • What exactly is a boundary?
  • A helpful image to use when thinking about your boundaries
  • How to identify leaks in your boundary
  • The 3 most common things that rob you from prioritizing the things that matter most

Show Notes & References:


]]>Boundaries are the decisions you make to either protect (or not protect) the things that are most important to you, things like time with your family, date nights, rest and working-out. Every day you make decisions to either honor those priorities and keep them safe, or not. In today’s podcast, I help you understand exactly what it takes to prioritize the things that matter most and I explain the 3 most common breaks in your boundary. This is step 4 of a 5-part series on creating sustainable work life balance.

Topics in this episode:

  • What exactly is a boundary?
  • A helpful image to use when thinking about your boundaries
  • How to identify leaks in your boundary
  • The 3 most common things that rob you from prioritizing the things that matter most

Show Notes & References:


]]>65cbc3b1-3a63-4839-a88e-0893f593bc80Mon, 30 May 2022 03:00:00 -070021:05falsefull6363Balance starts with your thoughts (part 3)Balance starts with your thoughts (part 3)Balance starts with your thoughts. If you want to FEEL balanced, then you need to start thinking thoughts that make you feel that way. In today’s episode I am covering the 3rd step of the 5 Step to Work-Life Balance process: controlling your mind. There are three things you need to know when learning how to interrupt negative thoughts and start cultivating an arsenal of positive ones. This is part 3 of a 5 part series.

Topics in this episode:

  • How imbalanced thoughts lead to overworking
  • Why you shouldn’t always believe your first thought
  • What it takes to cultivate other perspectives
  • How to get your brain out of default mode
  • The first kid vs second kid mindset

Show Notes & References:

  • Create sustainable work-life balance by joining the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective
  • Step 1: The first step to creating work-life balance (www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/60)
  • Step 2: How to make work-life balance easier (part 2) (www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/61)
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>Balance starts with your thoughts. If you want to FEEL balanced, then you need to start thinking thoughts that make you feel that way. In today’s episode I am covering the 3rd step of the 5 Step to Work-Life Balance process: controlling your mind. There are three things you need to know when learning how to interrupt negative thoughts and start cultivating an arsenal of positive ones. This is part 3 of a 5 part series.

Topics in this episode:

  • How imbalanced thoughts lead to overworking
  • Why you shouldn’t always believe your first thought
  • What it takes to cultivate other perspectives
  • How to get your brain out of default mode
  • The first kid vs second kid mindset

Show Notes & References:

  • Create sustainable work-life balance by joining the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective
  • Step 1: The first step to creating work-life balance (www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/60)
  • Step 2: How to make work-life balance easier (part 2) (www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/61)
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>dfbe1586-a70a-4a72-ad85-c7c87691a5d8Mon, 23 May 2022 03:00:00 -070025:05falsefull6262How to make work-life balance easier (part 2)How to make work-life balance easier (part 2)In today’s episode I am sharing the 2nd step to creating a balanced life: clarity. There are 3 things you need to know: where you are headed in your career, what your day-to-day priorities are and exactly what a regret-free looks like to you. Clarity is the roadmap to a balanced life and it will help you start making confident decisions around how to spend your time and energy with ease. This is step two of a 5 step process.

Topics in this episode:

  • Feeling lost and uncertain in your career, after having kids
  • The importance of being clear on exactly what you want and why
  • What to do when you have 10 things that need to get done at once
  • How clarity eases day-to-day decisions
  • Why you must feel certain about your career and how

Show Notes & References:

  • Ready to create sustainable work-life balance? Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective
  • Step 1:The first step to creating work-life balance (www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/60)
  • Does your job need to be fulfilling to create balance? (www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/33)
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>In today’s episode I am sharing the 2nd step to creating a balanced life: clarity. There are 3 things you need to know: where you are headed in your career, what your day-to-day priorities are and exactly what a regret-free looks like to you. Clarity is the roadmap to a balanced life and it will help you start making confident decisions around how to spend your time and energy with ease. This is step two of a 5 step process.

Topics in this episode:

  • Feeling lost and uncertain in your career, after having kids
  • The importance of being clear on exactly what you want and why
  • What to do when you have 10 things that need to get done at once
  • How clarity eases day-to-day decisions
  • Why you must feel certain about your career and how

Show Notes & References:

  • Ready to create sustainable work-life balance? Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective
  • Step 1:The first step to creating work-life balance (www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/60)
  • Does your job need to be fulfilling to create balance? (www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/33)
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>032c1bc3-a54c-4094-9a5b-5e0b568d66f9Mon, 16 May 2022 03:00:00 -070029:07falsefull6161The first step to creating work-life balanceThe first step to creating work-life balanceBalance is a feeling. It is not found in a perfect set of circumstances, it is found inside your body. This is an important distinction to make because the process to creating balance isn’t found in changing your job or working less hours, it’s found in you. You are in control of creating a balanced life and it is only possible when you are feeling confident in yourself and your work. This is part 1 of a 5 part series covering the proven 5 step process I teach inside, The Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective.

Topics in this episode:

  • The importance of thinking amazing things about yourself
  • What it takes to end all the scripts that say “I am not good enough” or “I didn’t do enough”
  • Why your job never creates balance
  • Balance is not dependent on the number of hours you work

Show Notes & References:

  • Ready to create sustainable work-life balance? Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>Balance is a feeling. It is not found in a perfect set of circumstances, it is found inside your body. This is an important distinction to make because the process to creating balance isn’t found in changing your job or working less hours, it’s found in you. You are in control of creating a balanced life and it is only possible when you are feeling confident in yourself and your work. This is part 1 of a 5 part series covering the proven 5 step process I teach inside, The Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective.

Topics in this episode:

  • The importance of thinking amazing things about yourself
  • What it takes to end all the scripts that say “I am not good enough” or “I didn’t do enough”
  • Why your job never creates balance
  • Balance is not dependent on the number of hours you work

Show Notes & References:

  • Ready to create sustainable work-life balance? Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>27650918-b39a-468c-b2e2-040451931c13Mon, 09 May 2022 03:00:00 -070022:34falsefull6060Believing you can do it (with Ali Gorsuch)Believing you can do it (with Ali Gorsuch)Coaching is a process of not just finding balance right now, it’s about figuring out how to create it from here on out. On today’s podcast I am interviewing a past client, Ali Gorsuch, who stopped coaching with me over a year and half ago, but the impact of coaching has had a lasting effect. In this interview Ali speaks about how the coaching we did back in 2019 helped her to get a recent promotion, move across the country with ease and feel present and connected with her kids. She shares some of the tools that had a profound effect and that she continues to use on a daily basis.

Topics in this episode:

  • The importance of choosing your thoughts
  • Why knowing your values creates clarity
  • What you need to believe in order to get promoted and reach big goals
  • How to unwind the thought “this is the best I can get”
  • How to choose to not feel guilty

Show Notes & References:

  • Want to learn how to create a balanced life both now and 3 years from now? Schedule a time to chat and I will walk you through the process: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>Coaching is a process of not just finding balance right now, it’s about figuring out how to create it from here on out. On today’s podcast I am interviewing a past client, Ali Gorsuch, who stopped coaching with me over a year and half ago, but the impact of coaching has had a lasting effect. In this interview Ali speaks about how the coaching we did back in 2019 helped her to get a recent promotion, move across the country with ease and feel present and connected with her kids. She shares some of the tools that had a profound effect and that she continues to use on a daily basis.

Topics in this episode:

  • The importance of choosing your thoughts
  • Why knowing your values creates clarity
  • What you need to believe in order to get promoted and reach big goals
  • How to unwind the thought “this is the best I can get”
  • How to choose to not feel guilty

Show Notes & References:

  • Want to learn how to create a balanced life both now and 3 years from now? Schedule a time to chat and I will walk you through the process: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>a389f9aa-9cd9-48e5-9b39-46a471909929Mon, 02 May 2022 03:00:00 -070056:53falsefull5959Becoming a confident decision makerBecoming a confident decision makerTo become a confident decision maker, you have to start making decisions in a different way. There are 4 distinctions that separate confident decision makers that ensure they don’t procrastinate, people please or perfect (the enemies of all decisions). In today’s podcast I will cover each of the distinctions and why they are so important.

Topics in this episode:

  • Confident decision making does not mean you will get it “right”
  • The importance of giving yourself a container of time to make a decision
  • How gathering people’s opinion does not lead to better decisions
  • The importance of making faster more decisive decisions to create a balanced life
  • Why self-trust is important part of confidence

Show Notes & References:

  • Want to make a confident decision about your life & career? Schedule a time to chat and I will walk you through the process of confident decision making: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Episode 27: #2 Strategy to grow confidence
  • Have an episode idea? I’d love to hear it, send me an email with your suggestions: rebecca@rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>To become a confident decision maker, you have to start making decisions in a different way. There are 4 distinctions that separate confident decision makers that ensure they don’t procrastinate, people please or perfect (the enemies of all decisions). In today’s podcast I will cover each of the distinctions and why they are so important.

Topics in this episode:

  • Confident decision making does not mean you will get it “right”
  • The importance of giving yourself a container of time to make a decision
  • How gathering people’s opinion does not lead to better decisions
  • The importance of making faster more decisive decisions to create a balanced life
  • Why self-trust is important part of confidence

Show Notes & References:

  • Want to make a confident decision about your life & career? Schedule a time to chat and I will walk you through the process of confident decision making: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Episode 27: #2 Strategy to grow confidence
  • Have an episode idea? I’d love to hear it, send me an email with your suggestions: rebecca@rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>cbb54c8b-1c9c-4436-b372-b00646355d2cMon, 25 Apr 2022 03:00:00 -070027:09falsefull5858The right way to go about a career changeThe right way to go about a career changeCareer happiness is an important part of creating work-life balance. And for many working moms, this leads them to consider making a change in their career. But change feels scary and they got lost in the options and the “what-ifs”. The reason for this, is because they are going about the career change in the wrong way. As a coach for working moms I have a specific method I use to help my clients take the guessing game out of the job search and in today’s episode I am going to share it with you.

Topics in this episode:

  • How NOT to go about job search
  • Why you should never start by listing out your options
  • Why you shouldn’t trust your gut when it comes to making a career change
  • Where to start in the job-search process
  • How to calm down your brain when it freaks out about making a change

Show Notes & References:

  • Want to chat about how to create your own job search compass, so you take the guessing game out of the career change? Schedule a time to chat by going to: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>Career happiness is an important part of creating work-life balance. And for many working moms, this leads them to consider making a change in their career. But change feels scary and they got lost in the options and the “what-ifs”. The reason for this, is because they are going about the career change in the wrong way. As a coach for working moms I have a specific method I use to help my clients take the guessing game out of the job search and in today’s episode I am going to share it with you.

Topics in this episode:

  • How NOT to go about job search
  • Why you should never start by listing out your options
  • Why you shouldn’t trust your gut when it comes to making a career change
  • Where to start in the job-search process
  • How to calm down your brain when it freaks out about making a change

Show Notes & References:

  • Want to chat about how to create your own job search compass, so you take the guessing game out of the career change? Schedule a time to chat by going to: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>1cf03343-2a52-4687-8d53-2ea751f9a11aMon, 18 Apr 2022 03:00:00 -070015:05falsefull57577 truths about emotions7 truths about emotionsEmotions are not meant to be avoided…they’re meant to be felt. When you give yourself space to feel your emotions, they don’t linger as long, you feel more in control of them and you don’t allow them to build up to an explosion. In today’s episode I am sharing 7 truths about emotions and how to give yourself space to feel them.

Topics in this episode:

  • My journey out of being a feeling avoider
  • Why toddlers are so good at feeling their emotions
  • What to do with disappointment, anger and other icky emotions
  • What science says about emotions and how they vibrate in our body’s
  • An emotion can pass through your body in just 90 seconds
  • What it takes to give space for an emotions and how to do it

Show Notes & References:

Want a step by step guide for handling unwanted emotions like disappointment and failure? Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms Collective. Click here to learn more and sign up: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>Emotions are not meant to be avoided…they’re meant to be felt. When you give yourself space to feel your emotions, they don’t linger as long, you feel more in control of them and you don’t allow them to build up to an explosion. In today’s episode I am sharing 7 truths about emotions and how to give yourself space to feel them.

Topics in this episode:

  • My journey out of being a feeling avoider
  • Why toddlers are so good at feeling their emotions
  • What to do with disappointment, anger and other icky emotions
  • What science says about emotions and how they vibrate in our body’s
  • An emotion can pass through your body in just 90 seconds
  • What it takes to give space for an emotions and how to do it

Show Notes & References:

Want a step by step guide for handling unwanted emotions like disappointment and failure? Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms Collective. Click here to learn more and sign up: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>b55e509d-84ff-4b5c-adf6-7fd0757df9efMon, 11 Apr 2022 03:00:00 -070037:12falsefull56564 tools to calm down your brain (with Cathy Sullivan)4 tools to calm down your brain (with Cathy Sullivan)As a working mom your brain is likely always "on". You are constantly thinking about the things that need to get accomplished and the decisions that need to be made. For my client Cathy, these constant to-do’s, the second-guessing of herself, the need to make sure she bought the right products and was always prepared…this constant chatter in her head was preventing her from being happy and present in the way that she wanted. In coaching, Cathy learned several tools to help manage all of the thoughts in her head and the overwhelm that came with it and on today’s podcast she is sharing her top 4.

Topics in this episode:

  • All the things working moms hold onto in their brain and how to let it all go
  • 4 tools to help calm an overwhelmed mind
  • What to do when you need to clean up the house and you want to be with your kiddos
  • A funny story about managing the piles of artwork from preschool
  • How to not feel like a bad mom when you get angry at your kids
  • The importance of knowing your superpower

Show Notes & References:

  • If you want to create a customized plan to calm your brain and stop feeling overwhelmed, I invite you to schedule a free breakthrough call. Click here to book your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>As a working mom your brain is likely always "on". You are constantly thinking about the things that need to get accomplished and the decisions that need to be made. For my client Cathy, these constant to-do’s, the second-guessing of herself, the need to make sure she bought the right products and was always prepared…this constant chatter in her head was preventing her from being happy and present in the way that she wanted. In coaching, Cathy learned several tools to help manage all of the thoughts in her head and the overwhelm that came with it and on today’s podcast she is sharing her top 4.

Topics in this episode:

  • All the things working moms hold onto in their brain and how to let it all go
  • 4 tools to help calm an overwhelmed mind
  • What to do when you need to clean up the house and you want to be with your kiddos
  • A funny story about managing the piles of artwork from preschool
  • How to not feel like a bad mom when you get angry at your kids
  • The importance of knowing your superpower

Show Notes & References:

  • If you want to create a customized plan to calm your brain and stop feeling overwhelmed, I invite you to schedule a free breakthrough call. Click here to book your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>4cf1f590-e181-4ac0-8221-3e2b8d3914d4Mon, 04 Apr 2022 03:00:00 -070049:32falsefull5555How to self-validateHow to self-validateThere is a secret to feeling confident. To prioritizing your own needs. To feeling in control of your time and turning off your work brain at the time that you want. There is a secret to getting out of procrastination and learning how to make more decisive decisions. You ready for it? The secret is learning how to self-validate. In other words, to stop needing someone else to tell you that you’re good, that you’re doing enough and that you’re doing things right. You can simply choose to believe those things without ever needing someone else to tell you so. In today’s episode, I will show you how.

Topics in this episode:

  • The need for recognition and validation
  • The connection between confidence and validation
  • The sneaky ways the need for validation surfaces
  • How procrastination and perfectionism are really all about validation
  • What it takes to increase your belief in self
  • A free event to help you learn the skill of self-validation

Show Notes & References:

  • Increase your confidence and feel like a badass working mom! Join Belief Week, a free week-long event: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/beliefweek.
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>There is a secret to feeling confident. To prioritizing your own needs. To feeling in control of your time and turning off your work brain at the time that you want. There is a secret to getting out of procrastination and learning how to make more decisive decisions. You ready for it? The secret is learning how to self-validate. In other words, to stop needing someone else to tell you that you’re good, that you’re doing enough and that you’re doing things right. You can simply choose to believe those things without ever needing someone else to tell you so. In today’s episode, I will show you how.

Topics in this episode:

  • The need for recognition and validation
  • The connection between confidence and validation
  • The sneaky ways the need for validation surfaces
  • How procrastination and perfectionism are really all about validation
  • What it takes to increase your belief in self
  • A free event to help you learn the skill of self-validation

Show Notes & References:

  • Increase your confidence and feel like a badass working mom! Join Belief Week, a free week-long event: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/beliefweek.
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>b31be847-1a8a-4085-88bc-ed4593ec39edMon, 28 Mar 2022 03:00:00 -070018:42falsefull5454Are you exactly where you should be?Are you exactly where you should be?Today I’m sharing a transformative belief: I’m exactly where I should be. Imagine believing that in the midst of failure, you’re exactly where you should be or at the end of a work-day when you checked nothing off your list, you’re exactly where you should be. Even when you are wishing you were further along in your career, you’re still exactly where you should be. This thought is available to you all of the time and you can find evidence for how this thought is true about every single situation in your life. In today’s episode I am walking you through 3 scenarios in life where thinking this thought can powerfully shift how you feel and respond.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why this has become one of the most transformative beliefs I adopted in my life
  • How you can believe this thought, even when you checked nothing off your to-do list
  • Why this thought can pull you out of mom-guilt
  • Exactly how you can believe this thought, even when it doesn’t feel fully true
  • How to start using this thought in moments where you feel behind or like you’ve failed
  • Why this thought is particularly useful to high-achievers

Show Notes & References:

  • Sign up for my email list and be the first to get access to free trainings, workshops and tools to support your working mom life: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/emaillist
  • If you want to create a customized plan to end your negative self-talk and stop believing you are always behind. I invite you to schedule a free breakthrough call. Click here to book your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>Today I’m sharing a transformative belief: I’m exactly where I should be. Imagine believing that in the midst of failure, you’re exactly where you should be or at the end of a work-day when you checked nothing off your list, you’re exactly where you should be. Even when you are wishing you were further along in your career, you’re still exactly where you should be. This thought is available to you all of the time and you can find evidence for how this thought is true about every single situation in your life. In today’s episode I am walking you through 3 scenarios in life where thinking this thought can powerfully shift how you feel and respond.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why this has become one of the most transformative beliefs I adopted in my life
  • How you can believe this thought, even when you checked nothing off your to-do list
  • Why this thought can pull you out of mom-guilt
  • Exactly how you can believe this thought, even when it doesn’t feel fully true
  • How to start using this thought in moments where you feel behind or like you’ve failed
  • Why this thought is particularly useful to high-achievers

Show Notes & References:

  • Sign up for my email list and be the first to get access to free trainings, workshops and tools to support your working mom life: https://www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/emaillist
  • If you want to create a customized plan to end your negative self-talk and stop believing you are always behind. I invite you to schedule a free breakthrough call. Click here to book your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>e65aa0ba-1ad9-45eb-a0ca-28e4c44f8e7cMon, 21 Mar 2022 03:00:00 -070026:37falsefull5353The most important relationship in your lifeThe most important relationship in your lifeThe most important relationship in your life is the one that you have with yourself. The way you treat yourself, either makes you feel really good or it makes you feel inadequate and like an imposter. In today’s episode, I’ll share what a healthy (and unhealthy) relationship with yourself looks like and discuss challenges that women face when they try to let go of self-doubt and negative self-talk.

Topics in this episode:

  • The spectrum of relationships women have with themselves
  • What a toxic relationship with yourself looks like and how to identify it
  • Why women struggle to let go of self-doubt
  • What it takes to stop all the negative self-talk

6 questions to evaluate and change your relationship with yourself:

  1. Scale from 1 to 10 - How would you rate your relationship with yourself, currently? Why would you rate it that way?
  2. What would being at a 10 look like?
  3. Do you want to be at a 10? Why or why not?
  4. If you were at a 10, what do you fear?
  5. What is currently getting in the way of you being at a 10?
  6. What do you need to do in order to make progress toward a 10?

Show Notes & References:

  • Learn how to shut down your computer and work-brain at the exact time you want when you sign up and watch my free training, The Secret To Ending Your Workday at 5:00pm. Click here to get the free training: https://www.ambitiousandbalancedcollective.com/end-work-at-5pm
  • If you want to create a customized plan to end your negative self-talk and have a more joy-filled relationship with yourself, I invite you to schedule a free breakthrough call. Click here to book your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>The most important relationship in your life is the one that you have with yourself. The way you treat yourself, either makes you feel really good or it makes you feel inadequate and like an imposter. In today’s episode, I’ll share what a healthy (and unhealthy) relationship with yourself looks like and discuss challenges that women face when they try to let go of self-doubt and negative self-talk.

Topics in this episode:

  • The spectrum of relationships women have with themselves
  • What a toxic relationship with yourself looks like and how to identify it
  • Why women struggle to let go of self-doubt
  • What it takes to stop all the negative self-talk

6 questions to evaluate and change your relationship with yourself:

  1. Scale from 1 to 10 - How would you rate your relationship with yourself, currently? Why would you rate it that way?
  2. What would being at a 10 look like?
  3. Do you want to be at a 10? Why or why not?
  4. If you were at a 10, what do you fear?
  5. What is currently getting in the way of you being at a 10?
  6. What do you need to do in order to make progress toward a 10?

Show Notes & References:

  • Learn how to shut down your computer and work-brain at the exact time you want when you sign up and watch my free training, The Secret To Ending Your Workday at 5:00pm. Click here to get the free training: https://www.ambitiousandbalancedcollective.com/end-work-at-5pm
  • If you want to create a customized plan to end your negative self-talk and have a more joy-filled relationship with yourself, I invite you to schedule a free breakthrough call. Click here to book your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>a98a1a9f-ac9f-4972-9a76-0fb3f064c611Mon, 14 Mar 2022 03:00:00 -070020:03falsefull5252How to make big decisionsHow to make big decisionsWe all want big things in our life. We want jobs that are fulfilling, careers that are meaningful and lives that feel balanced. But when it comes to making decisions to go after those big things, that’s where women get stuck. In today’s podcast, I’m talking about why women get stuck in indecision. I’ll share about why it took me so long to make the big decision to become a coach and how I was able to overcome all the fears that came with making a big change. At the end, I will give you the one belief that is essential when making big decisions.

Topics in this episode:

  • What is HOW greed?
  • Why trying to figure out every detail is the wrong approach to making big decisions
  • How I was able to make the big decision to leave my full-time job to become a coach
  • What you need to believe about yourself when making decisions
  • The one thing it always boils down to when you feel stuck in what you want

Show Notes & References:

  • Have a topic idea? Send me an email at rebecca@rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Making decisions you feel certain about – www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/50
  • Schedule a free breakthrough call if you’re ready to get out of indecision and believe that you are worthy of what you want. Click here to book your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>We all want big things in our life. We want jobs that are fulfilling, careers that are meaningful and lives that feel balanced. But when it comes to making decisions to go after those big things, that’s where women get stuck. In today’s podcast, I’m talking about why women get stuck in indecision. I’ll share about why it took me so long to make the big decision to become a coach and how I was able to overcome all the fears that came with making a big change. At the end, I will give you the one belief that is essential when making big decisions.

Topics in this episode:

  • What is HOW greed?
  • Why trying to figure out every detail is the wrong approach to making big decisions
  • How I was able to make the big decision to leave my full-time job to become a coach
  • What you need to believe about yourself when making decisions
  • The one thing it always boils down to when you feel stuck in what you want

Show Notes & References:

  • Have a topic idea? Send me an email at rebecca@rebeccaolsoncoaching.com
  • Making decisions you feel certain about – www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/50
  • Schedule a free breakthrough call if you’re ready to get out of indecision and believe that you are worthy of what you want. Click here to book your call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>27f55329-9504-4fce-850e-2c5e25954f1cMon, 07 Mar 2022 03:00:00 -070020:25falsefull5151Making decisions you feel certain aboutMaking decisions you feel certain aboutYour brain craves certainty when making decisions. It wants to know you’re getting it “right”. But often times that feeling of certainty can feel illusive, almost magical, and certainly not anything you can control. But certainty is just a feeling, and like any other feeling, it comes from the way you think. In today’s podcast I’m sharing with you how to cultivate certainty when making decisions, there are just 4 things you need to know.

Topics in this episode:

  • Certainty is something you control
  • Why your gut has nothing to do with certainty
  • 4 things you need to know to cultivate certainty
  • Specific questions to use when making certain decisions
  • A simple framework, even your 7 year old could use, to feel certain

Show Notes & References:

  • You can learn to be a decisive and powerful decision maker. Book a free breakthrough call and I will walk you through the process: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>Your brain craves certainty when making decisions. It wants to know you’re getting it “right”. But often times that feeling of certainty can feel illusive, almost magical, and certainly not anything you can control. But certainty is just a feeling, and like any other feeling, it comes from the way you think. In today’s podcast I’m sharing with you how to cultivate certainty when making decisions, there are just 4 things you need to know.

Topics in this episode:

  • Certainty is something you control
  • Why your gut has nothing to do with certainty
  • 4 things you need to know to cultivate certainty
  • Specific questions to use when making certain decisions
  • A simple framework, even your 7 year old could use, to feel certain

Show Notes & References:

  • You can learn to be a decisive and powerful decision maker. Book a free breakthrough call and I will walk you through the process: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>3b0ddb1b-e625-4558-be6e-cdd77da44650Mon, 28 Feb 2022 03:00:00 -070023:39falsefull5050Guilt because you love your jobGuilt because you love your jobMany ambitious career driven women experience guilt because they love what they do and sometimes they like it more than being with their kids. Our culture says that our maternal instincts should be stronger than anything else, but for some that isn’t the case (hence the guilt). On today’s episode, I talk about why it’s OK to love what you do and why it makes sense that it’s more interesting than your kids. And at the end, I will send you off with 3 practical exercises to help all of that guilt melt away.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why we self-inflict guilt with our thoughts
  • The two different types of guilt and where it comes from
  • Why it’s ok to find your job more interesting than your kids
  • The importance of believing you are a good mom and determining exactly what that means to you
  • 3 practical exercises that will allow that guilt to melt away

Show Notes:


]]>Many ambitious career driven women experience guilt because they love what they do and sometimes they like it more than being with their kids. Our culture says that our maternal instincts should be stronger than anything else, but for some that isn’t the case (hence the guilt). On today’s episode, I talk about why it’s OK to love what you do and why it makes sense that it’s more interesting than your kids. And at the end, I will send you off with 3 practical exercises to help all of that guilt melt away.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why we self-inflict guilt with our thoughts
  • The two different types of guilt and where it comes from
  • Why it’s ok to find your job more interesting than your kids
  • The importance of believing you are a good mom and determining exactly what that means to you
  • 3 practical exercises that will allow that guilt to melt away

Show Notes:


]]>becb4e4c-449a-48f3-b009-2408fed60447Mon, 21 Feb 2022 03:00:00 -070022:06falsefull49493 things you must know about your purpose3 things you must know about your purposeWomen want to feel fulfilled in their job, especially if they are going to leave their baby to go do it. For many women, motherhood is a transition where the question “What is my purpose?” resurfaces as they manage the push and pull of work and motherhood. But there are a lot of misconceptions about defining your purpose. When you truly understand what your purpose is and what it is not, it becomes a tool that motivates you in what you already do and also becomes a guide to new opportunities.

Topics in this episode:

  • 3 things you need to stop believing about your purpose
  • You do not have one purpose in life
  • Why your job is not your purpose
  • A more useful way to view your purpose so defining it becomes easy
  • A story on how my purpose helped me feel more motivated by my job while looking for another
  • 3 truths that will change your entire view on what your purpose is

Show Notes:

  • Learn a framework for defining your purpose at my free workshop, Decide Your Purpose, on Thursday, February 17 @ 5:00 pm ET. You must sign up to attend or receive the replay. Here is a link: www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/purposeworkshop-register
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>Women want to feel fulfilled in their job, especially if they are going to leave their baby to go do it. For many women, motherhood is a transition where the question “What is my purpose?” resurfaces as they manage the push and pull of work and motherhood. But there are a lot of misconceptions about defining your purpose. When you truly understand what your purpose is and what it is not, it becomes a tool that motivates you in what you already do and also becomes a guide to new opportunities.

Topics in this episode:

  • 3 things you need to stop believing about your purpose
  • You do not have one purpose in life
  • Why your job is not your purpose
  • A more useful way to view your purpose so defining it becomes easy
  • A story on how my purpose helped me feel more motivated by my job while looking for another
  • 3 truths that will change your entire view on what your purpose is

Show Notes:

  • Learn a framework for defining your purpose at my free workshop, Decide Your Purpose, on Thursday, February 17 @ 5:00 pm ET. You must sign up to attend or receive the replay. Here is a link: www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/purposeworkshop-register
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>2826e808-6973-4c9d-8da0-d24742c33dc2Mon, 14 Feb 2022 03:00:00 -070021:08falsefull4848What to do when you feel overwhelmedWhat to do when you feel overwhelmedLet’s talk about overwhelm. Overwhelm doesn’t just happen to us. It’s an emotion our brain uses to communicate important questions. When we see overwhelm as a sign to stop and talk to our brains about what is causing the overwhelm, we can learn how to leverage it, instead of feeling bogged down by it. In this episode I will walk you through the 3 steps to leveraging overwhelm so you can feel more free, confident, and energized (ya, know…sort of the opposite of overwhelmed).

Topics in this episode:

  • Here’s why everyone feels overwhelmed
  • 3 important facts about overwhelm
  • Why motherhood is an overwhelming season of life
  • What not to do when you feel overwhelmed
  • 3 steps to getting yourself out of overwhelm

Show Notes:

  • Ready to lessen the overall overwhelm in your life and learn how to use it to propel you forward? Book a free breakthrough call and I will walk you through the process: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>Let’s talk about overwhelm. Overwhelm doesn’t just happen to us. It’s an emotion our brain uses to communicate important questions. When we see overwhelm as a sign to stop and talk to our brains about what is causing the overwhelm, we can learn how to leverage it, instead of feeling bogged down by it. In this episode I will walk you through the 3 steps to leveraging overwhelm so you can feel more free, confident, and energized (ya, know…sort of the opposite of overwhelmed).

Topics in this episode:

  • Here’s why everyone feels overwhelmed
  • 3 important facts about overwhelm
  • Why motherhood is an overwhelming season of life
  • What not to do when you feel overwhelmed
  • 3 steps to getting yourself out of overwhelm

Show Notes:

  • Ready to lessen the overall overwhelm in your life and learn how to use it to propel you forward? Book a free breakthrough call and I will walk you through the process: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>74c67201-8428-4e96-af6a-b90c30311a35Mon, 07 Feb 2022 03:00:00 -070021:12falsefull47473 reasons to dream big3 reasons to dream bigWhat big goals do you have for yourself? Do you want to make a certain amount of money? Do you want to reach a certain level in your career? Maybe you want to be a stay at home mom. Getting in tune with what it is you really want and then declaring that to yourself is an important part of having a regret free working mom life. In today’s episode I will be talking about declaring your dreams. I will talk about why your brain puts up so much resistance to dreaming and then share three magical things that happen when you allow yourself to say what it is you really want.

Topics in this episode:

  • The importance of dreaming
  • 3 reasons why it might be hard for you to dream
  • A sort of magic that happens when you dream
  • The importance of a north star (a dream) in your life
  • Why you might feel like you’re walking in circles
  • How to get out of a rinse and repeat life

Show Notes:

  • Study on walking in circles - https://www.science.org/content/article/why-we-walk-circles
  • Ready to finally get to the bottom of what you want and make a plan to have it? Schedule a free breakthrough call where we will begin the dreaming process and create a process of attaining it. Book your call here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>What big goals do you have for yourself? Do you want to make a certain amount of money? Do you want to reach a certain level in your career? Maybe you want to be a stay at home mom. Getting in tune with what it is you really want and then declaring that to yourself is an important part of having a regret free working mom life. In today’s episode I will be talking about declaring your dreams. I will talk about why your brain puts up so much resistance to dreaming and then share three magical things that happen when you allow yourself to say what it is you really want.

Topics in this episode:

  • The importance of dreaming
  • 3 reasons why it might be hard for you to dream
  • A sort of magic that happens when you dream
  • The importance of a north star (a dream) in your life
  • Why you might feel like you’re walking in circles
  • How to get out of a rinse and repeat life

Show Notes:

  • Study on walking in circles - https://www.science.org/content/article/why-we-walk-circles
  • Ready to finally get to the bottom of what you want and make a plan to have it? Schedule a free breakthrough call where we will begin the dreaming process and create a process of attaining it. Book your call here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>004576cc-2b35-4192-8bcd-3d8343af8982Mon, 31 Jan 2022 03:00:00 -070024:26falsefull4646Creating a successful maternity leave (with author Amy Beacom)Creating a successful maternity leave (with author Amy Beacom)In today’s podcast I am interviewing Amy Beacom, author of the book The Parental Leave Playbook, which helps expecting parents take control of their transition into parenthood. Amy and her co-author break down the 3 phases and 10 stages every new parent goes through when taking parental leave and exactly how to navigate the transition with confidence and ease. In this interview we touch on the internal journey a woman goes through when they become a mom and the importance of creating a plan for the internal transition (as well as the external). We discuss how successful planning starts the moment you decide to expand your family and some practical tips for creating boundaries and feeling confident once you return to work.

Topics in this episode:

  • The importance of defining the new person you become after you become a parent
  • What it takes to bring order to the chaotic experience of maternity leaves and beyond
  • Breaking down the phases of parental leave and how to navigate each phase powerfully
  • Seizing opportunity in the midst of parental leave, even though it feels chaotic
  • The importance of making values-based decisions for your parental leave and beyond
  • Understanding and defining how work enriches your life and life enriches your work

Show Notes:

  • For more information about The Parental Leave Playbook - https://cplleadership.com/book
  • Are you considering a coach to walk you through the transition of becoming a working mom? Schedule a free call with me to discuss the 3 steps to becoming a clear and confident working mom.
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>In today’s podcast I am interviewing Amy Beacom, author of the book The Parental Leave Playbook, which helps expecting parents take control of their transition into parenthood. Amy and her co-author break down the 3 phases and 10 stages every new parent goes through when taking parental leave and exactly how to navigate the transition with confidence and ease. In this interview we touch on the internal journey a woman goes through when they become a mom and the importance of creating a plan for the internal transition (as well as the external). We discuss how successful planning starts the moment you decide to expand your family and some practical tips for creating boundaries and feeling confident once you return to work.

Topics in this episode:

  • The importance of defining the new person you become after you become a parent
  • What it takes to bring order to the chaotic experience of maternity leaves and beyond
  • Breaking down the phases of parental leave and how to navigate each phase powerfully
  • Seizing opportunity in the midst of parental leave, even though it feels chaotic
  • The importance of making values-based decisions for your parental leave and beyond
  • Understanding and defining how work enriches your life and life enriches your work

Show Notes:

  • For more information about The Parental Leave Playbook - https://cplleadership.com/book
  • Are you considering a coach to walk you through the transition of becoming a working mom? Schedule a free call with me to discuss the 3 steps to becoming a clear and confident working mom.
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>af7fa054-ac2c-4844-a110-b015381e1047Mon, 24 Jan 2022 03:00:00 -070050:07falsefull4545What makes you a great mom?What makes you a great mom?If you were to write a resume for yourself as a mom, what would be on it? What would be your strengths, what would be your successes, how would you describe yourself as a worker? In today's episode we’re talking about you as a mom, specifically your beliefs about yourself as a mom. When you take the time to name who you are as a mom and what makes you good, work and mom life stop feeling so at odds with one another. Today, I am going to teach you a framework for thinking about yourself as a mom, called your mom-concept, that focuses on your innate strengths and will help your brain rebuild confidence in yourself as a mom.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why thinking you are a good mom is important to your job
  • A new framework for thinking about yourself called you mom-concept
  • My personal mom-concept
  • One embarrassing parenting-fail that involved throwing my kids shoes out the door
  • How knowing your strengths ends working mom guilt

Show Notes:

  • Want to end negative self-talk and rebuild belief in yourself as a worker? Check out the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective, a program that teaches a simple 5 step process to creating a balanced life. Check it out at: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective.

Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>If you were to write a resume for yourself as a mom, what would be on it? What would be your strengths, what would be your successes, how would you describe yourself as a worker? In today's episode we’re talking about you as a mom, specifically your beliefs about yourself as a mom. When you take the time to name who you are as a mom and what makes you good, work and mom life stop feeling so at odds with one another. Today, I am going to teach you a framework for thinking about yourself as a mom, called your mom-concept, that focuses on your innate strengths and will help your brain rebuild confidence in yourself as a mom.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why thinking you are a good mom is important to your job
  • A new framework for thinking about yourself called you mom-concept
  • My personal mom-concept
  • One embarrassing parenting-fail that involved throwing my kids shoes out the door
  • How knowing your strengths ends working mom guilt

Show Notes:

  • Want to end negative self-talk and rebuild belief in yourself as a worker? Check out the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective, a program that teaches a simple 5 step process to creating a balanced life. Check it out at: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective.

Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>17bc3d29-c34d-450c-ab2e-4dff8bd1a1b8Mon, 17 Jan 2022 03:00:00 -070025:06falsefull4444A new approach to goal settingA new approach to goal settingAt work, high achieving women are amazing at meeting goals, but when it comes to their personal life, they get stuck. Goals like balance, happiness and health feel almost unattainable. I've identified three reasons why high achieving women struggle to attain personal goals and in this episode I will speak about each of them and then offer a different way to approach personal goals so that you can create an action plan that actually works.

Topics in this episode:

  • 3 reasons high achievers don’t attain personal goals
  • The importance of knowing the goal behind the goal
  • Why you should stop focusing on doing more to attain goals
  • The difference between an action plan that works and one that doesn’t
  • How our culture has indoctrinated us with the wrong goals

Show Notes:

  • Want to make work-life balance your personal goal in 2022? Check out the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective, a program that teaches a simple 5 step process to creating a balanced life. Check it out at: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective.
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>At work, high achieving women are amazing at meeting goals, but when it comes to their personal life, they get stuck. Goals like balance, happiness and health feel almost unattainable. I've identified three reasons why high achieving women struggle to attain personal goals and in this episode I will speak about each of them and then offer a different way to approach personal goals so that you can create an action plan that actually works.

Topics in this episode:

  • 3 reasons high achievers don’t attain personal goals
  • The importance of knowing the goal behind the goal
  • Why you should stop focusing on doing more to attain goals
  • The difference between an action plan that works and one that doesn’t
  • How our culture has indoctrinated us with the wrong goals

Show Notes:

  • Want to make work-life balance your personal goal in 2022? Check out the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective, a program that teaches a simple 5 step process to creating a balanced life. Check it out at: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective.
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>ce815e72-13b9-4fd3-8ef0-c689363baea1Mon, 10 Jan 2022 03:00:00 -070021:18falsefull4343Enoughness (rebroadcast)Enoughness (rebroadcast)There are three beliefs that are at the foundation of work-life balance. I am enough. I am doing enough. I am good enough. These three beliefs make up the Enough Triad. When you believe you have done enough, you stop working late. When you feel like you are good enough, you stop needing to please everyone. And when you believe you are enough, you stop trying to prove yourself. At the core of all imbalanced behaviors is one of these three beliefs and in this episode, I'm going to talk about the inverse of each of them and how they create the foundation of an imbalanced life. In this rebroadcasted episode, I invite you to consider making “enoughness” your new year’s resolution.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why you need to feel enough in order to feel balanced
  • 3 common “not enough” thoughts that are causing imbalance
  • Why you shouldn’t believe your “not enough” thoughts
  • How practicing sufficiency can counter the feeling of not being enough
  • How over-working is connected to feeling not enough
  • 3 ways to practice your enoughness

Show Notes:

Want to learn the building blocks to creating a balanced life and join other working moms who are doing the same? Check out the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective, a lifetime membership that includes 30 videos and workbooks, weekly coaching and an exclusive community to support you in creating an ambitious and balanced working mom life no matter your circumstance. Check it out at: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective.

Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>There are three beliefs that are at the foundation of work-life balance. I am enough. I am doing enough. I am good enough. These three beliefs make up the Enough Triad. When you believe you have done enough, you stop working late. When you feel like you are good enough, you stop needing to please everyone. And when you believe you are enough, you stop trying to prove yourself. At the core of all imbalanced behaviors is one of these three beliefs and in this episode, I'm going to talk about the inverse of each of them and how they create the foundation of an imbalanced life. In this rebroadcasted episode, I invite you to consider making “enoughness” your new year’s resolution.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why you need to feel enough in order to feel balanced
  • 3 common “not enough” thoughts that are causing imbalance
  • Why you shouldn’t believe your “not enough” thoughts
  • How practicing sufficiency can counter the feeling of not being enough
  • How over-working is connected to feeling not enough
  • 3 ways to practice your enoughness

Show Notes:

Want to learn the building blocks to creating a balanced life and join other working moms who are doing the same? Check out the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective, a lifetime membership that includes 30 videos and workbooks, weekly coaching and an exclusive community to support you in creating an ambitious and balanced working mom life no matter your circumstance. Check it out at: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective.

Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>3969e1c2-33f0-46c6-9f65-10e88b71c29fMon, 03 Jan 2022 03:00:00 -070026:13falsefull4242Your value is not found in your career (rebroadcast)Your value is not found in your career (rebroadcast)Today is a rebroadcast of an early episode that focuses on understanding your true value. Your value is not found in your career, it’s not found in being a mom, it’s not found in your successes or accomplishments….it’s not found in anything you do, but instead in who you are. Separating your accomplished value from your human value is essential in a balanced life because it ends the script that is constantly nagging at you to do more and be more. In this episode I break down both your accomplished and human value and give you some tools to begin to separate the two.

Topics in this episode:

  • Accomplished value vs human value – what’s the difference?
  • Why ambitious women tend to focus too much on their accomplished value and how it causes imbalance
  • Why you need to see yourself through the lens of your human value and what will shift when you do
  • How working less hours is dependent on your human value
  • A helpful exercise to help your brain start to understand who you are at the core

Show Notes:

  • Ready to discover who you are and what you want outside of your job? Book a free breakthrough call and let’s begin the process of rebuilding clarity and confidence by first understanding your human value. Schedule your call here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>Today is a rebroadcast of an early episode that focuses on understanding your true value. Your value is not found in your career, it’s not found in being a mom, it’s not found in your successes or accomplishments….it’s not found in anything you do, but instead in who you are. Separating your accomplished value from your human value is essential in a balanced life because it ends the script that is constantly nagging at you to do more and be more. In this episode I break down both your accomplished and human value and give you some tools to begin to separate the two.

Topics in this episode:

  • Accomplished value vs human value – what’s the difference?
  • Why ambitious women tend to focus too much on their accomplished value and how it causes imbalance
  • Why you need to see yourself through the lens of your human value and what will shift when you do
  • How working less hours is dependent on your human value
  • A helpful exercise to help your brain start to understand who you are at the core

Show Notes:

  • Ready to discover who you are and what you want outside of your job? Book a free breakthrough call and let’s begin the process of rebuilding clarity and confidence by first understanding your human value. Schedule your call here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>b23af07f-0e3a-4d32-998d-1b8009d8cc16Mon, 27 Dec 2021 03:00:00 -070017:16falsefull4141Choose your perspectiveChoose your perspectiveThere are many different perspectives you can have of your year. Some of them will leave you feeling dissatisfied and disappointed, and others will leave you feeling inspired and proud. Which perspective you choose is up to you. Perspective is a choice and as you look back on 2021 I want you to feel good about what you achieved and who you were. In this episode I will help you actively cultivate a perspective of your year that makes you feel good and leaves you feeling satisfied.

Topics in this episode:

  • How do you cultivate a different perspective?
  • Why does the human brain default to a “not enough” perspective?
  • Why ambitious women often see life as half-empty
  • A simply analogy to help you see your year from a different angle

5 questions to help cultivate a new perspective of your year:

  1. What do I love about what I created, made, did this year?
  2. How is what I created, made, did awe-inspiring?
  3. How is what I created, made, did this year enough?
  4. How is this exactly where I should be?
  5. How is it the best place for me?

Show Notes:

  • Would you like to chat with me about creating a working mom life you love? A life that includes fulfilling work but not at the expense of your famuly? Then apply for a free breakthrough call by clicking here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Have a podcast topic you’d like me to cover? Send me an email and let me know, rebecca@rebeccaolsoncoaching.com

]]>There are many different perspectives you can have of your year. Some of them will leave you feeling dissatisfied and disappointed, and others will leave you feeling inspired and proud. Which perspective you choose is up to you. Perspective is a choice and as you look back on 2021 I want you to feel good about what you achieved and who you were. In this episode I will help you actively cultivate a perspective of your year that makes you feel good and leaves you feeling satisfied.

Topics in this episode:

  • How do you cultivate a different perspective?
  • Why does the human brain default to a “not enough” perspective?
  • Why ambitious women often see life as half-empty
  • A simply analogy to help you see your year from a different angle

5 questions to help cultivate a new perspective of your year:

  1. What do I love about what I created, made, did this year?
  2. How is what I created, made, did awe-inspiring?
  3. How is what I created, made, did this year enough?
  4. How is this exactly where I should be?
  5. How is it the best place for me?

Show Notes:

  • Would you like to chat with me about creating a working mom life you love? A life that includes fulfilling work but not at the expense of your famuly? Then apply for a free breakthrough call by clicking here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
  • Have a podcast topic you’d like me to cover? Send me an email and let me know, rebecca@rebeccaolsoncoaching.com

]]>2cee1111-8b5a-49b9-9b3f-f42d745a656fMon, 20 Dec 2021 03:00:00 -070013:32falsefull40404 steps to leaving work on-time4 steps to leaving work on-timeEven if you love your job, you still want to have a life outside of work. In order to do that, you will need to learn how to shut down you work brain with your computer at the exact time you plan. In today’s episode I walk you through the 4 steps to leaving work ON-TIME. There is only one thing that gets in the way of you leaving work at the time you planned and when you learn how to deal with it…you can begin to leave work at whatever time you choose.

Topics in this episode:

  • 4 steps to leaving work on-time
  • The only thing that gets in the way of you leaving work at the time you want
  • The fear that others will be disappointed in you
  • Creating a compelling why and its importance
  • What to do when you feel anxious about putting work off till tomorrow

Show Notes:


]]>Even if you love your job, you still want to have a life outside of work. In order to do that, you will need to learn how to shut down you work brain with your computer at the exact time you plan. In today’s episode I walk you through the 4 steps to leaving work ON-TIME. There is only one thing that gets in the way of you leaving work at the time you planned and when you learn how to deal with it…you can begin to leave work at whatever time you choose.

Topics in this episode:

  • 4 steps to leaving work on-time
  • The only thing that gets in the way of you leaving work at the time you want
  • The fear that others will be disappointed in you
  • Creating a compelling why and its importance
  • What to do when you feel anxious about putting work off till tomorrow

Show Notes:


]]>9de4a4c8-3d7c-44aa-a640-14185892789cMon, 13 Dec 2021 03:00:00 -070023:54falsefull39393 strategies to stay balanced in the midst of holiday busyness (part 3)3 strategies to stay balanced in the midst of holiday busyness (part 3)The holidays are chaotic times, but they can also be times of great joy and balance. It doesn't matter how many things you have to do during the holidays, it's how you feel in the midst of doing them. In today’s episode I want to focus on 3 strategies for cultivating balance in the midst of a busy holiday schedule. Using my own experience over the Thanksgiving week, I will walk you through how I was able to create space for tears of joy, rest & connection. This is part 3 of a three-part series on creating balance during the holiday season.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why doing less during the holidays does not create balance
  • What it takes to create everyday balance, even during holiday chaos
  • A simple practice to connect with joy
  • What you should be calendaring in during the holidays
  • What to do (and not do) with the unscheduled “in between” times

Show Notes:

  • The “Be present and calm this holiday season challenge” starts on Monday, December 6th in the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective. This challenge will ensure you create a present and calm holiday season with daily audio reflections, 1:1 coaching support and a simple daily practice. Join the Collective or learn more at: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective.
  • Part 1 of creating balance during the holiday season (Letting go of getting it right)
  • Part 2 of creating balance during the holiday season (Managing other’s expectations)

]]>The holidays are chaotic times, but they can also be times of great joy and balance. It doesn't matter how many things you have to do during the holidays, it's how you feel in the midst of doing them. In today’s episode I want to focus on 3 strategies for cultivating balance in the midst of a busy holiday schedule. Using my own experience over the Thanksgiving week, I will walk you through how I was able to create space for tears of joy, rest & connection. This is part 3 of a three-part series on creating balance during the holiday season.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why doing less during the holidays does not create balance
  • What it takes to create everyday balance, even during holiday chaos
  • A simple practice to connect with joy
  • What you should be calendaring in during the holidays
  • What to do (and not do) with the unscheduled “in between” times

Show Notes:

  • The “Be present and calm this holiday season challenge” starts on Monday, December 6th in the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective. This challenge will ensure you create a present and calm holiday season with daily audio reflections, 1:1 coaching support and a simple daily practice. Join the Collective or learn more at: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective.
  • Part 1 of creating balance during the holiday season (Letting go of getting it right)
  • Part 2 of creating balance during the holiday season (Managing other’s expectations)

]]>f732afdb-c6c1-43c7-a455-a457acc88aa2Mon, 06 Dec 2021 03:00:00 -070032:55falsefull3838Managing expectations during the holidays (part 2)Managing expectations during the holidays (part 2)Everyone has opinions about the holidays and trying to manage everyone’s expectations creates a very exhausting and overwhelming holiday season. To feel present and balanced during the holidays you must be do things you want to do. You have two options when it comes to managing other’s expectations this holiday season and in this episode I will break down each of them. Own your holiday experience and let other’s own theirs. This is part 2 of the 3-part series on balance during the holidays.

Topics in this episode:

  • Your only 2 options to managing other’s expectations
  • Turkey meals, a 90-year-old grandmother and a fight for holiday happiness
  • Ownership over your holidays
  • Why you can’t make others happy
  • How to shift other’s expectations so they become something you want to do

Show Notes:

  • The “Be present and calm this holiday season challenge” is starting in the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective. This challenge will ensure you create a present and calm holiday season with daily audio reflections, 1:1 coaching support and a simple daily practice. We start December 6th. Join the Collective or learn more at: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective.
  • Episode references: Have to vs. want to – www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/10
  • Episode reference: Failure and disappointing others – www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/9

]]>Everyone has opinions about the holidays and trying to manage everyone’s expectations creates a very exhausting and overwhelming holiday season. To feel present and balanced during the holidays you must be do things you want to do. You have two options when it comes to managing other’s expectations this holiday season and in this episode I will break down each of them. Own your holiday experience and let other’s own theirs. This is part 2 of the 3-part series on balance during the holidays.

Topics in this episode:

  • Your only 2 options to managing other’s expectations
  • Turkey meals, a 90-year-old grandmother and a fight for holiday happiness
  • Ownership over your holidays
  • Why you can’t make others happy
  • How to shift other’s expectations so they become something you want to do

Show Notes:

  • The “Be present and calm this holiday season challenge” is starting in the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective. This challenge will ensure you create a present and calm holiday season with daily audio reflections, 1:1 coaching support and a simple daily practice. We start December 6th. Join the Collective or learn more at: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective.
  • Episode references: Have to vs. want to – www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/10
  • Episode reference: Failure and disappointing others – www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/9

]]>d5cbfb42-8bbc-4bd3-b6b2-1f682c1a0838Mon, 29 Nov 2021 03:00:00 -070018:11falsefull3737Balance during the holidays (part 1)Balance during the holidays (part 1)During the holidays there are often dozens of additional tasks that need to get done. And even though we want things to run smoothly, what we really desire is to be present. The holidays are a time of laughter, cozy conversations, good food and a warm house but often that need to get it “just right” takes away from our ability to be present. In this two part series I will breakdown the 3 most common things that create imbalance during the holidays and teach you how to overcome each of them with ease.

Topics in this episode:

  • Top 3 “needs” that create imbalance during the holidays
  • What everyone craves during the holiday season (no, it’s not a food)
  • Why perfectionism actually takes away from being present
  • How holiday movies steer us wrong and what it takes to create that same warm and cozy holiday movie feel in our own life
  • What you need to be thinking about the holidays in order to be satisfied and present
  • A 2-part exercise to help you feel balanced during the holidays

Show Notes:

  • The “Be present and calm this holiday season challenge” is starting in the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective. This challenge will ensure you create a present and calm holiday season with daily emails, special audio reflections and additional coaching support starting December 6th. Learn more at: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective.

]]>During the holidays there are often dozens of additional tasks that need to get done. And even though we want things to run smoothly, what we really desire is to be present. The holidays are a time of laughter, cozy conversations, good food and a warm house but often that need to get it “just right” takes away from our ability to be present. In this two part series I will breakdown the 3 most common things that create imbalance during the holidays and teach you how to overcome each of them with ease.

Topics in this episode:

  • Top 3 “needs” that create imbalance during the holidays
  • What everyone craves during the holiday season (no, it’s not a food)
  • Why perfectionism actually takes away from being present
  • How holiday movies steer us wrong and what it takes to create that same warm and cozy holiday movie feel in our own life
  • What you need to be thinking about the holidays in order to be satisfied and present
  • A 2-part exercise to help you feel balanced during the holidays

Show Notes:

  • The “Be present and calm this holiday season challenge” is starting in the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective. This challenge will ensure you create a present and calm holiday season with daily emails, special audio reflections and additional coaching support starting December 6th. Learn more at: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective.

]]>d360bb63-d6d1-4ab3-b3f0-20edbe515dcfMon, 22 Nov 2021 03:00:00 -070019:07falsefull3636Managing Imposter SyndromeManaging Imposter SyndromeNicole felt like an imposter in her job. Even though she had been at her company for over a decade, her brain continued to tell her that she wasn’t good enough. She was convinced the only way to manage life as a working mom was to pull back in her career. But in coaching, she learned how to step back from the imposter voice and shift it into something positive. She started naming and believing what made her exceptional as an employee, mom and human and her confidence increased. In this episode, Nicole shares several tools that helped her manage her imposter thoughts and create a balanced and fulfilling working mom life.

Topics in this episode:

  • Managing imposter syndrome – what is it and how do you deal with it?
  • A simple question that will shift any negative voice in your head
  • Why your brain freaks out when you think about letting go of the thought “I’m not good enough”
  • A foundational exercise to create confidence in your current job
  • What it takes to increase self-belief
  • What it takes to stop avoiding icky feelings like failure or disappointment

Show Notes:


]]>Nicole felt like an imposter in her job. Even though she had been at her company for over a decade, her brain continued to tell her that she wasn’t good enough. She was convinced the only way to manage life as a working mom was to pull back in her career. But in coaching, she learned how to step back from the imposter voice and shift it into something positive. She started naming and believing what made her exceptional as an employee, mom and human and her confidence increased. In this episode, Nicole shares several tools that helped her manage her imposter thoughts and create a balanced and fulfilling working mom life.

Topics in this episode:

  • Managing imposter syndrome – what is it and how do you deal with it?
  • A simple question that will shift any negative voice in your head
  • Why your brain freaks out when you think about letting go of the thought “I’m not good enough”
  • A foundational exercise to create confidence in your current job
  • What it takes to increase self-belief
  • What it takes to stop avoiding icky feelings like failure or disappointment

Show Notes:


]]>4dab8af7-8806-4ed6-ad85-88fa34c70d6cMon, 15 Nov 2021 03:00:00 -070048:33falsefull3535Should you quit your job?Should you quit your job?After becoming a mom, I wrestled with the idea of quitting my job but felt trapped in golden handcuffs. I needed to feel sure that quitting was the right move, but I never felt 100% certain. It took a year of soul searching to feel the inner peace to finally quit and in today's podcast I’m sharing how I got there.

Topics in this episode:

  • What it takes to feel “certain” about your decisions
  • Why making “gut decisions” is often not useful
  • 3 specific exercises you should be doing if you are considering quitting your job
  • Developing a compass to make decisions
  • Finding peace with your decision to stay or quit

Show Notes:

  • Want to speak to me directly about if you should quit your job or stay? Then apply for a free breakthrough call by clicking here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>After becoming a mom, I wrestled with the idea of quitting my job but felt trapped in golden handcuffs. I needed to feel sure that quitting was the right move, but I never felt 100% certain. It took a year of soul searching to feel the inner peace to finally quit and in today's podcast I’m sharing how I got there.

Topics in this episode:

  • What it takes to feel “certain” about your decisions
  • Why making “gut decisions” is often not useful
  • 3 specific exercises you should be doing if you are considering quitting your job
  • Developing a compass to make decisions
  • Finding peace with your decision to stay or quit

Show Notes:

  • Want to speak to me directly about if you should quit your job or stay? Then apply for a free breakthrough call by clicking here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>3a87bd6d-1b82-44e5-b5aa-6d54f47d32acMon, 08 Nov 2021 03:00:00 -070025:27falsefull3434Does your job need to be fulfilling to create balance?Does your job need to be fulfilling to create balance?We spend over a third of our awake life working. So, having a job that you want to go to every day is important, but is it necessary for creating work-life balance? If it is true , then you might just be chasing a perfect set of circumstances that will never exist. In this podcast I will share why a fulfilling job is NOT in fact required when creating a life that feels balanced and talk you through what is necessary instead.

Topics in this episode:

  • 4 tricks to cultivating commitment to your job
  • Why setting a date to re-consider your fulfillment is important
  • The trap of thinking a more fulfilling job will create balance
  • When creating balance feels hard, don’t do this…
  • How to create natural motivation and connection in your job

Show Notes:

  • Want to speak to me directly about if you should change jobs or careers? Are you looking for a specific process to help you be certain of you next steps? Then apply for a free breakthrough call by clicking here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>We spend over a third of our awake life working. So, having a job that you want to go to every day is important, but is it necessary for creating work-life balance? If it is true , then you might just be chasing a perfect set of circumstances that will never exist. In this podcast I will share why a fulfilling job is NOT in fact required when creating a life that feels balanced and talk you through what is necessary instead.

Topics in this episode:

  • 4 tricks to cultivating commitment to your job
  • Why setting a date to re-consider your fulfillment is important
  • The trap of thinking a more fulfilling job will create balance
  • When creating balance feels hard, don’t do this…
  • How to create natural motivation and connection in your job

Show Notes:

  • Want to speak to me directly about if you should change jobs or careers? Are you looking for a specific process to help you be certain of you next steps? Then apply for a free breakthrough call by clicking here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>3ff9acb8-5bb3-4f37-b0a9-d81e34127868Mon, 01 Nov 2021 03:00:00 -070025:19falsefull3333Achieve More By Working Less (with Erika Maddamma)Achieve More By Working Less (with Erika Maddamma)Erika is a past client who recently implemented the belief that achieving more does not mean working more. As a recovering “hyper-doer”, Erika always tried to fit one more thing in and check one more thing off her list which caused her to always feel exhausted and overworked. Today, Erika has learned how to contain her work so that she (and her brain) stop working at whatever time she chooses. In the last year she has replaced her corporate salary with entrepreneurship, working far less than ever before. In this interview, she shares exactly how she got out of the thought pattern “I should be doing more” so that she could actually enjoy the life and success she created.

Topics in this episode:

  • What it takes to get rid of the thought “I should be doing more” 
  • Why you need to stop thinking you “have to” do anything
  • Learning how to expedite success without working more hours
  • Starting your day with what fills you up! 
  • Getting out of a rinse and repeat life

Show Notes: 


]]>Erika is a past client who recently implemented the belief that achieving more does not mean working more. As a recovering “hyper-doer”, Erika always tried to fit one more thing in and check one more thing off her list which caused her to always feel exhausted and overworked. Today, Erika has learned how to contain her work so that she (and her brain) stop working at whatever time she chooses. In the last year she has replaced her corporate salary with entrepreneurship, working far less than ever before. In this interview, she shares exactly how she got out of the thought pattern “I should be doing more” so that she could actually enjoy the life and success she created.

Topics in this episode:

  • What it takes to get rid of the thought “I should be doing more” 
  • Why you need to stop thinking you “have to” do anything
  • Learning how to expedite success without working more hours
  • Starting your day with what fills you up! 
  • Getting out of a rinse and repeat life

Show Notes: 


]]>82e26d54-f4a3-4b96-84a7-fae4baa3ac9fMon, 25 Oct 2021 03:00:00 -070047:38falsefull3232The Truth About Creating Boundaries Between Work & HomeThe Truth About Creating Boundaries Between Work & HomeFamily is your #1 priority, but are you actually prioritizing them? Is your work getting your best self while your family gets the leftovers? In this episode I’m spilling the truth about what a boundary is and what it takes to create them between work and home. There are 3 things that are keeping you from holding to your boundaries, people pleasing, perfectionism and hyper-doing and I will explain what it takes to overcome each of them.

Topics in this episode:

  • A new way to think about boundaries
  • What are you actually protecting with your boundaries?
  • The missing link between prioritizing your family and honoring your boundaries
  • 3 common leaks that cause you to not stick to your boundaries
  • What you need to do to actually stop working and prioritize your family
  • 3 questions to help fortify your boundary so you stick to it

Show Notes:

  • Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms Collective – This is a group coaching program for working moms looking to create the building blocks to sustainable work-life balance. The program teaches you a 5-step process, includes weekly group coaching and a private community of working moms all determined to create a balanced life. Find out more information here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

]]>Family is your #1 priority, but are you actually prioritizing them? Is your work getting your best self while your family gets the leftovers? In this episode I’m spilling the truth about what a boundary is and what it takes to create them between work and home. There are 3 things that are keeping you from holding to your boundaries, people pleasing, perfectionism and hyper-doing and I will explain what it takes to overcome each of them.

Topics in this episode:

  • A new way to think about boundaries
  • What are you actually protecting with your boundaries?
  • The missing link between prioritizing your family and honoring your boundaries
  • 3 common leaks that cause you to not stick to your boundaries
  • What you need to do to actually stop working and prioritize your family
  • 3 questions to help fortify your boundary so you stick to it

Show Notes:

  • Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms Collective – This is a group coaching program for working moms looking to create the building blocks to sustainable work-life balance. The program teaches you a 5-step process, includes weekly group coaching and a private community of working moms all determined to create a balanced life. Find out more information here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

]]>57b4f45f-ffc2-4b8b-a63f-ccbda06a33b6Mon, 18 Oct 2021 03:00:00 -070024:00falsefull3131The 5 stages of balanceThe 5 stages of balanceWhen someone is moving from an imbalanced life to a balanced life, they go through 5 stages. In today's episode I'm going to walk you through each of those five stages so that you can see the whole process, be able to self-identify which stage you are in and understand what it takes to move from one stage to the next.

Topics in this episode:

  • What are the 5 stages of balance?
  • Why do we move through the stages in a liner path?
  • How does productivity and confidence play into the 5 stages?
  • Why tackling productivity and time management first, does work.
  • What is a boundary and how do we keep to them?

Show Notes:

Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms Collective – This is a group coaching program for working moms looking to create the building blocks to sustainable work-life balance. The program teaches you a 5-step process, includes weekly group coaching and a private community of working moms all determined to create a balanced life. Find out more information here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

]]>When someone is moving from an imbalanced life to a balanced life, they go through 5 stages. In today's episode I'm going to walk you through each of those five stages so that you can see the whole process, be able to self-identify which stage you are in and understand what it takes to move from one stage to the next.

Topics in this episode:

  • What are the 5 stages of balance?
  • Why do we move through the stages in a liner path?
  • How does productivity and confidence play into the 5 stages?
  • Why tackling productivity and time management first, does work.
  • What is a boundary and how do we keep to them?

Show Notes:

Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms Collective – This is a group coaching program for working moms looking to create the building blocks to sustainable work-life balance. The program teaches you a 5-step process, includes weekly group coaching and a private community of working moms all determined to create a balanced life. Find out more information here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

]]>b9b6ae4d-157d-4a6e-a2c4-a1fabb31b9f4Mon, 11 Oct 2021 03:00:00 -070032:16falsefull3030When family responsibilities all fall on you (with Maggie Reyes)When family responsibilities all fall on you (with Maggie Reyes)In this interview with Marriage coach Maggie Reyes, we discuss what to do when it feels like you are handling all the household responsibilities. We discuss how to talk to your spouse about sharing the family load, why it all seems to fall to you in the first place, and debunk the patriarchal idea that women are better equipped to manage the house.

Topics in this episode:

  • How to deal with the cultural norm that women are more equipped to manage the house
  • The difference between physical and mental responsibilities
  • The usefulness in believing your spouse is capable in handling more
  • The importance in letting your spouse fail
  • How do we not become resentful of our spouse
  • Dozens of useful questions to help you determine what responsibilities you want and don’t want to do

Show Notes:


]]>In this interview with Marriage coach Maggie Reyes, we discuss what to do when it feels like you are handling all the household responsibilities. We discuss how to talk to your spouse about sharing the family load, why it all seems to fall to you in the first place, and debunk the patriarchal idea that women are better equipped to manage the house.

Topics in this episode:

  • How to deal with the cultural norm that women are more equipped to manage the house
  • The difference between physical and mental responsibilities
  • The usefulness in believing your spouse is capable in handling more
  • The importance in letting your spouse fail
  • How do we not become resentful of our spouse
  • Dozens of useful questions to help you determine what responsibilities you want and don’t want to do

Show Notes:


]]>181d665b-36e4-4bdf-8050-7ffe99eaf00fMon, 04 Oct 2021 03:00:00 -070001:04:49falsefull2929Do’s and Don’ts to Increasing Confidence After MotherhoodDo’s and Don’ts to Increasing Confidence After MotherhoodBuilding off of last week’s episode on growing your confidence, in today’s podcast I am giving you access to the first day of a 4-day training I offered called 3 Confidence Building Strategies for Working Moms. In day 1 of the training I give an overview of why so many working moms feel a dip in confidence after they become moms and give you the do’s and don’ts of trying to regain it.

Topics in this episode:

  • What are the tell-tell signs you are experiencing a dip in confidence
  • What are the 4 common strategies to regain confidence that do not work
  • Why magically gaining back a few hours in your day won’t help you grow your confidence
  • A simple way to think of confidence that will set you up for success
  • 3 simple strategies to help increase confidence and control 

Show Notes & Resources:

  1. https://www.ambitiousandbalancedcollective.com/confidence-free-training
  2. #1 Strategy to Grow Confidence – Episode 27
  3. Regaining Confidence After Motherhood – Episode 20
  4. Want to speak to me directly about how to regain your confidence as a working mom? Then apply for a free breakthrough call by clicking here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>Building off of last week’s episode on growing your confidence, in today’s podcast I am giving you access to the first day of a 4-day training I offered called 3 Confidence Building Strategies for Working Moms. In day 1 of the training I give an overview of why so many working moms feel a dip in confidence after they become moms and give you the do’s and don’ts of trying to regain it.

Topics in this episode:

  • What are the tell-tell signs you are experiencing a dip in confidence
  • What are the 4 common strategies to regain confidence that do not work
  • Why magically gaining back a few hours in your day won’t help you grow your confidence
  • A simple way to think of confidence that will set you up for success
  • 3 simple strategies to help increase confidence and control 

Show Notes & Resources:

  1. https://www.ambitiousandbalancedcollective.com/confidence-free-training
  2. #1 Strategy to Grow Confidence – Episode 27
  3. Regaining Confidence After Motherhood – Episode 20
  4. Want to speak to me directly about how to regain your confidence as a working mom? Then apply for a free breakthrough call by clicking here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>3201c379-9760-4006-b863-caac013d16c6Mon, 27 Sep 2021 03:00:00 -070044:47falsefull2828#1 Strategy to Grow Confidence#1 Strategy to Grow ConfidenceIn today’s episode I am breaking down the #1 strategy to growing confident: increasing your self-belief. At a foundational level, confidence is simply believing in yourself and in this podcast, I want to show you two things you can do to build up that confidence: take control of negative thinking & learn to think intentionally good thoughts about yourself. Get your pen handy, because I give you lots of good questions to help you develop your confidence muscle.

Topics in this episode:

  • Confidence is like building muscle, it takes consistency
  • What it takes to control our confidence
  • The importance of self-belief when growing confidence
  • The necessary tool to developing confident
  • How to identify the subtle negative thoughts that steal away your confidence
  • Intentionally thinking positively and what questions to ask yourself
  • How you can create a foundation of confidence that never leaves you

Show Notes:

  • Regaining Confidence After Motherhood – Episode 20
  • Want to speak to me directly about how to regain your confidence as a working mom? Then apply for a free breakthrough call by clicking here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>In today’s episode I am breaking down the #1 strategy to growing confident: increasing your self-belief. At a foundational level, confidence is simply believing in yourself and in this podcast, I want to show you two things you can do to build up that confidence: take control of negative thinking & learn to think intentionally good thoughts about yourself. Get your pen handy, because I give you lots of good questions to help you develop your confidence muscle.

Topics in this episode:

  • Confidence is like building muscle, it takes consistency
  • What it takes to control our confidence
  • The importance of self-belief when growing confidence
  • The necessary tool to developing confident
  • How to identify the subtle negative thoughts that steal away your confidence
  • Intentionally thinking positively and what questions to ask yourself
  • How you can create a foundation of confidence that never leaves you

Show Notes:

  • Regaining Confidence After Motherhood – Episode 20
  • Want to speak to me directly about how to regain your confidence as a working mom? Then apply for a free breakthrough call by clicking here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>e47fd4fc-19f5-41b4-a2c5-48530cffe3a7Mon, 20 Sep 2021 03:00:00 -070019:10falsefull2727Separating your identity from your job (with Erin Bowald)Separating your identity from your job (with Erin Bowald)Erin is on the executive leadership team at a marketing firm and through coaching went from feeling burnt out and overwhelmed as a working mom to feeling calm and balanced. In this interview Erin speaks of how her identity, before her daughter was born, was found in her career and what it took for her to separate herself from her job so she could make the necessary changes to leave work at work, to shut off her brain after a long work-day, to control her schedule and energy and ultimately feel calm and in control of her working mom life.

Topics in this episode:

  • What takes to shorten cycles of anxiety and overwhelm
  • Tips for making life more efficient and balanced
  • What it takes to shift your focus off your career and onto you baby (and still be successful)
  • Taking control of what time you leave the office
  • The importance of emotional management and not overlooking how you feel
  • Knowing your value at your company is not how much you accomplish
  • How resting actually allows you to show up and serve at a higher level
  • Why knowing your purpose is an important part of creating boundaries

Show Notes:

  • Want to speak to me directly about how to balance a fulfilling career with your life as a mom? Then apply for a free breakthrough call by clicking here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>Erin is on the executive leadership team at a marketing firm and through coaching went from feeling burnt out and overwhelmed as a working mom to feeling calm and balanced. In this interview Erin speaks of how her identity, before her daughter was born, was found in her career and what it took for her to separate herself from her job so she could make the necessary changes to leave work at work, to shut off her brain after a long work-day, to control her schedule and energy and ultimately feel calm and in control of her working mom life.

Topics in this episode:

  • What takes to shorten cycles of anxiety and overwhelm
  • Tips for making life more efficient and balanced
  • What it takes to shift your focus off your career and onto you baby (and still be successful)
  • Taking control of what time you leave the office
  • The importance of emotional management and not overlooking how you feel
  • Knowing your value at your company is not how much you accomplish
  • How resting actually allows you to show up and serve at a higher level
  • Why knowing your purpose is an important part of creating boundaries

Show Notes:

  • Want to speak to me directly about how to balance a fulfilling career with your life as a mom? Then apply for a free breakthrough call by clicking here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

]]>e5d9612a-e29c-4762-ac56-ee9c99ff832fMon, 13 Sep 2021 03:00:00 -070055:05falsefull2626You’re a Better Mom Because You WorkYou’re a Better Mom Because You WorkYou are a better mom because you work, your kids are better because you work and your work is getting a better employee because you're a mom. These three core beliefs are at the heart of achieving an ambitious and balanced life. In today’s podcast I will breakdown how each of these three beliefs are true and give detailed evidence for why and how to start believing them.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why staying home with my kids would not have been better for them
  • What your employer gains since you returned from maternity leave
  • Daughters are 20% more likely to work, make more money and hold leadership positions if their mom worked
  • The importance of questioning your beliefs about working & motherhood
  • Why it matters that you actually want to work
  • The mindset of a working mom
  • A story about finding the right daycare and what I learned from it

Show Notes:


]]>You are a better mom because you work, your kids are better because you work and your work is getting a better employee because you're a mom. These three core beliefs are at the heart of achieving an ambitious and balanced life. In today’s podcast I will breakdown how each of these three beliefs are true and give detailed evidence for why and how to start believing them.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why staying home with my kids would not have been better for them
  • What your employer gains since you returned from maternity leave
  • Daughters are 20% more likely to work, make more money and hold leadership positions if their mom worked
  • The importance of questioning your beliefs about working & motherhood
  • Why it matters that you actually want to work
  • The mindset of a working mom
  • A story about finding the right daycare and what I learned from it

Show Notes:


]]>53e4b8cb-0d2b-4856-b946-e375bb25b2baMon, 06 Sep 2021 03:00:00 -070024:53falsefull2525From Feeling Lost to Following a Dream (with Laura Hardie)From Feeling Lost to Following a Dream (with Laura Hardie)Laura graduated from coaching a year ago and took everything she learned to finally leave a job that she no longer enjoyed to follow her dream. She shares about how pivotal naming her purpose was in the journey, how overcoming perfectionism was essential and what it took for her to invest in her future happiness. Laura highlights several coaching tools that were essential in her journey and names one particular practice that brought control and clarity.

Topics in this episode:

• How knowing your purpose brings clarity and changes the happiness game

• What you need to believe for success to be inevitable.

• How perfectionism is about being comfortable and how going after dreams is never comfortable.

• The importance of observing your thoughts but not always believing them

• A single practice that helps manifest life goals

Show Notes:

• Learn more about Laura’s work at https://www.redbarnwriter.com

• Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms Collective – This is a group coaching program for working moms looking to create the building blocks to work-life balance. The program teaches you a 5-step process, includes weekly group coaching and a private community of working moms all determined to create a balanced life. Find out more information here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

]]>Laura graduated from coaching a year ago and took everything she learned to finally leave a job that she no longer enjoyed to follow her dream. She shares about how pivotal naming her purpose was in the journey, how overcoming perfectionism was essential and what it took for her to invest in her future happiness. Laura highlights several coaching tools that were essential in her journey and names one particular practice that brought control and clarity.

Topics in this episode:

• How knowing your purpose brings clarity and changes the happiness game

• What you need to believe for success to be inevitable.

• How perfectionism is about being comfortable and how going after dreams is never comfortable.

• The importance of observing your thoughts but not always believing them

• A single practice that helps manifest life goals

Show Notes:

• Learn more about Laura’s work at https://www.redbarnwriter.com

• Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms Collective – This is a group coaching program for working moms looking to create the building blocks to work-life balance. The program teaches you a 5-step process, includes weekly group coaching and a private community of working moms all determined to create a balanced life. Find out more information here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

]]>12b331da-4731-4f69-a9c5-6f6c4f4cbd7bMon, 30 Aug 2021 03:00:00 -070047:24falsefull2424Feeling unmotivated at work?Feeling unmotivated at work?Your purpose in life and your job are not one in the same, but they are deeply connected. Your career must feel purposeful if you are going to create a balanced life. In this podcast I will talk about the journey to discover my life’s purpose and how it informed my career decisions. I will breakdown 5 truths about your purpose and discuss what you need to do if your career has lost its motivation.

Topics in this episode:

• Why do women often seek their purpose after having kids?

• How is a lack of motivation and purpose connected?

• What to do if your job doesn’t feel purposeful

• 5 truths about purpose and career

• Your current job must feel purposeful to create work-life balance

• What to do if your job feels unmotivating

Show Notes:

• Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms Collective – This is a group coaching program for working moms looking to create the building blocks to work-life balance. The program teaches you a 5-step process, includes weekly group coaching and a private community of working moms all determined to create a balanced life. Find out more information here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

]]>Your purpose in life and your job are not one in the same, but they are deeply connected. Your career must feel purposeful if you are going to create a balanced life. In this podcast I will talk about the journey to discover my life’s purpose and how it informed my career decisions. I will breakdown 5 truths about your purpose and discuss what you need to do if your career has lost its motivation.

Topics in this episode:

• Why do women often seek their purpose after having kids?

• How is a lack of motivation and purpose connected?

• What to do if your job doesn’t feel purposeful

• 5 truths about purpose and career

• Your current job must feel purposeful to create work-life balance

• What to do if your job feels unmotivating

Show Notes:

• Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms Collective – This is a group coaching program for working moms looking to create the building blocks to work-life balance. The program teaches you a 5-step process, includes weekly group coaching and a private community of working moms all determined to create a balanced life. Find out more information here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

]]>221f67d6-64c7-4a73-b9ee-126ba29c44deMon, 23 Aug 2021 03:00:00 -070023:24falsefull2323How to Develop Self-CompassionHow to Develop Self-CompassionTune in this week to discover the importance of self-compassion. Instead of beating yourself up and stuffing your emotions away when you fail, feel inadequate or face hardship, I will teach you how to treat yourself with kindness. There are two cycles women get stuck in when they feel inadequate, and I will explain how to identify and ultimately get yourself out of them so that you can keep moving forward without all the lingering emotion.

Topics in this episode:

• As I reflected on my recent birthday, the top lesson I learned that changed everything.

• Why we get into the beat-up cycle and can’t seem to let go of our failures.

• What happens when you ignore your actual feelings and thoughts and how to avoid it.

• How self-compassion and being ambitious are connected.

• What exactly is self-compassion?

• A 3-step process to develop your own self-compassion process

Show Notes:

• Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective – This is a group coaching program for working moms looking to create the building blocks to work-life balance. The program teaches you a 5-step process, includes weekly group coaching and a private community of working moms all determined to create a balanced life. Find out more information here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

]]>Tune in this week to discover the importance of self-compassion. Instead of beating yourself up and stuffing your emotions away when you fail, feel inadequate or face hardship, I will teach you how to treat yourself with kindness. There are two cycles women get stuck in when they feel inadequate, and I will explain how to identify and ultimately get yourself out of them so that you can keep moving forward without all the lingering emotion.

Topics in this episode:

• As I reflected on my recent birthday, the top lesson I learned that changed everything.

• Why we get into the beat-up cycle and can’t seem to let go of our failures.

• What happens when you ignore your actual feelings and thoughts and how to avoid it.

• How self-compassion and being ambitious are connected.

• What exactly is self-compassion?

• A 3-step process to develop your own self-compassion process

Show Notes:

• Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective – This is a group coaching program for working moms looking to create the building blocks to work-life balance. The program teaches you a 5-step process, includes weekly group coaching and a private community of working moms all determined to create a balanced life. Find out more information here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

]]>6fc2f59f-3b97-4bd0-94eb-b0aae0081671Mon, 16 Aug 2021 03:00:00 -070028:48falsefull2222The Secret to Prioritizing YourselfThe Secret to Prioritizing YourselfSelf-care is an important part of staying sane as working moms and yet for many women it is extremely hard to do. We just simply aren’t the priority. In this episode I will share the secret to unlocking how to prioritize yourself. There is just one thing that separates women who are able to prioritize themselves and women who are not.

Topics in this episode:

• The truth about what it takes to prioritize yourself

• Why not just knowing you should prioritize yourself is enough

• Why what you believe about yourself is important to self care

• What some women believe that unlocks their ability to prioritize themselves

• 5 powerful beliefs that lead to you saying no, taking time for yourself and other forms of self-care

Show Notes:

• Episode 5 – Human Value vs Accomplished Value

• Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective – This is a group coaching program for working moms looking to create the building blocks to work-life balance. The program teaches you a 5 step process, includes weekly group coaching and a private community of working moms all determined to create a balanced life. Find out more information here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

]]>Self-care is an important part of staying sane as working moms and yet for many women it is extremely hard to do. We just simply aren’t the priority. In this episode I will share the secret to unlocking how to prioritize yourself. There is just one thing that separates women who are able to prioritize themselves and women who are not.

Topics in this episode:

• The truth about what it takes to prioritize yourself

• Why not just knowing you should prioritize yourself is enough

• Why what you believe about yourself is important to self care

• What some women believe that unlocks their ability to prioritize themselves

• 5 powerful beliefs that lead to you saying no, taking time for yourself and other forms of self-care

Show Notes:

• Episode 5 – Human Value vs Accomplished Value

• Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective – This is a group coaching program for working moms looking to create the building blocks to work-life balance. The program teaches you a 5 step process, includes weekly group coaching and a private community of working moms all determined to create a balanced life. Find out more information here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

]]>174551b4-b3bf-49bb-92f0-6969be39ce66Mon, 09 Aug 2021 03:00:00 -070018:30falsefull2121Regaining confidence after motherhoodRegaining confidence after motherhoodExperiencing a dip in confidence after motherhood is normal. Learning to care for an infant is a brand-new experience for most women that leaves them questioning – will I be any good at this? In this episode I will breakdown why confidence wanes after motherhood and give 3 specific ways to increase it.

Topics in this episode:

• The truth about confidence

• What most people think confidence is, when it really is not

• Why confidence dips for many women after motherhood

• What confident naturally think that allows them to keep moving forward

• What to do about those pesky doubts that creep in

• Why you should view the glass as half full (it’s not about staying positive)

Show Notes:

• Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective – This is a group coaching program for working moms looking to create the building blocks to work-life balance. The program teaches you a 5 step process, includes weekly group coaching and a private community of working moms all determined to create a balanced life. Find out more information here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

]]>Experiencing a dip in confidence after motherhood is normal. Learning to care for an infant is a brand-new experience for most women that leaves them questioning – will I be any good at this? In this episode I will breakdown why confidence wanes after motherhood and give 3 specific ways to increase it.

Topics in this episode:

• The truth about confidence

• What most people think confidence is, when it really is not

• Why confidence dips for many women after motherhood

• What confident naturally think that allows them to keep moving forward

• What to do about those pesky doubts that creep in

• Why you should view the glass as half full (it’s not about staying positive)

Show Notes:

• Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective – This is a group coaching program for working moms looking to create the building blocks to work-life balance. The program teaches you a 5 step process, includes weekly group coaching and a private community of working moms all determined to create a balanced life. Find out more information here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

]]>020acae0-c3c6-4308-b291-8ff6669e7131Mon, 02 Aug 2021 03:00:00 -070024:24falsefull2020Unplug from work in 4 easy stepsUnplug from work in 4 easy stepsLearning to unplug and turn off your work brain at the end of a workday or on a weekend is an important skill when creating a balanced life. Our brains crave rest and unplugging from email and notifications is one of the easiest ways to achieve that. But, of course, it is much harder said than done. Unplugging from work is not easy for many ambitious women and so in this episode I will dive into why unplugging is important, what gets in the way of unplugging and then give you a 4-step process for how to unplug.

Topics in this episode:

  • What happens in your brain when you unplug?
  • 4 common reasons unplugging is difficult for ambitious women
  • Why rest helps you achieve at higher levels
  • What to expect when you try to unplug
  • 4 steps to actually unplugging
  • 2 tricks to set yourself up for success when unplugging

Show Notes:


]]>Learning to unplug and turn off your work brain at the end of a workday or on a weekend is an important skill when creating a balanced life. Our brains crave rest and unplugging from email and notifications is one of the easiest ways to achieve that. But, of course, it is much harder said than done. Unplugging from work is not easy for many ambitious women and so in this episode I will dive into why unplugging is important, what gets in the way of unplugging and then give you a 4-step process for how to unplug.

Topics in this episode:

  • What happens in your brain when you unplug?
  • 4 common reasons unplugging is difficult for ambitious women
  • Why rest helps you achieve at higher levels
  • What to expect when you try to unplug
  • 4 steps to actually unplugging
  • 2 tricks to set yourself up for success when unplugging

Show Notes:


]]>3cead733-212d-40a8-8d95-c1fb3f0724a5Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:00:00 -070040:50falsefull1919Learning to unplug and turn off your work brain at the end of a workday or on a weekend is an important skill when creating a balanced life. Our brains crave rest and unplugging from email and notifications is one of the easiest ways to achieve that. But, of course, it is much harder said than done. Unplugging from work is not easy for many ambitious women and so in this episode I will dive into why unplugging is important, what gets in the way of unplugging and then give you a 4-step process for how to unplug. Get the full show notes at http://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/19Welcome DisappointmentWelcome DisappointmentDisappointment is not what you think it is. It's not something you want to avoid, it's not something that says you're doing something wrong, it's not something that indicates you're not good enough or you're not capable. Disappointment is actually in an emotion that ambitious women experience when they go after big things. It's an emotion that we actually want to have around because it tells us we're on the right track. In this podcast I want to help you learn to normalize and welcome disappointment while loving yourself through the process.

Topics in this episode:

  • A new way to think about disappointment
  • What disappoint is and what it is not
  • The worst thing to do when feeling disappointment
  • Why ambitious women want to experience disappointment
  • The importance of self-compassion during a season of disappointment

Show Notes:

  • Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective – This is a group coaching program for working moms looking to create the building blocks to work-life balance. The program teaches you a 5 step process, includes weekly group coaching and a private community of working moms all determined to create a balanced life. Find out more information here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

]]>Disappointment is not what you think it is. It's not something you want to avoid, it's not something that says you're doing something wrong, it's not something that indicates you're not good enough or you're not capable. Disappointment is actually in an emotion that ambitious women experience when they go after big things. It's an emotion that we actually want to have around because it tells us we're on the right track. In this podcast I want to help you learn to normalize and welcome disappointment while loving yourself through the process.

Topics in this episode:

  • A new way to think about disappointment
  • What disappoint is and what it is not
  • The worst thing to do when feeling disappointment
  • Why ambitious women want to experience disappointment
  • The importance of self-compassion during a season of disappointment

Show Notes:

  • Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective – This is a group coaching program for working moms looking to create the building blocks to work-life balance. The program teaches you a 5 step process, includes weekly group coaching and a private community of working moms all determined to create a balanced life. Find out more information here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

]]>47722db9-cada-4d5e-b8a8-312301b5fd3bMon, 19 Jul 2021 03:00:00 -070017:54falsefull1818Disappointment is not what you think it is. It's not something you want to avoid, it's not something that says you're doing something wrong, it's not something that indicates you're not good enough or you're not capable. Disappointment is actually in an emotion that ambitious women experience when they go after big things! It's an emotion that we actually want to have around because it tells us we're on the right track. In this podcast I want to help you learn to normalize and welcome disappointment while loving yourself through the process. Full show notes at http://rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/18Goals Change After MotherhoodGoals Change After MotherhoodBefore kids our ambitions were focused on our career. But after kids, our goals seem to change. Success is no longer just about our career, it's about being a great mom as well. And those two things can often feel like complete opposites. In this podcast I will to talk about the shifts that are required when we set a new ambitious goal of having both a successful career AND a happy home life. I will breakdown how being successful in your career actually supports you being a great mom and talk through what to expect when you set out to achieve both.

Topics in this episode:

  • The difference before kids and after kids
  • Why you need to reframe the goal after motherhood
  • How work decisions are actually family decisions
  • How do you achieve both success in your career and success as a mom?
  • How work and family life are intertwined
  • 4 shifts that are required when setting yourself up for success as a working mom

Show Notes:

  • Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective – This is a group coaching program for working moms looking to create the building blocks to work-life balance. The program teaches you a 5 step process, includes weekly group coaching and a private community of working moms all determined to create a balanced life. Find out more information here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

]]>Before kids our ambitions were focused on our career. But after kids, our goals seem to change. Success is no longer just about our career, it's about being a great mom as well. And those two things can often feel like complete opposites. In this podcast I will to talk about the shifts that are required when we set a new ambitious goal of having both a successful career AND a happy home life. I will breakdown how being successful in your career actually supports you being a great mom and talk through what to expect when you set out to achieve both.

Topics in this episode:

  • The difference before kids and after kids
  • Why you need to reframe the goal after motherhood
  • How work decisions are actually family decisions
  • How do you achieve both success in your career and success as a mom?
  • How work and family life are intertwined
  • 4 shifts that are required when setting yourself up for success as a working mom

Show Notes:

  • Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective – This is a group coaching program for working moms looking to create the building blocks to work-life balance. The program teaches you a 5 step process, includes weekly group coaching and a private community of working moms all determined to create a balanced life. Find out more information here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

]]>c3d03242-63d3-4133-8e31-e7dab8b4050dMon, 12 Jul 2021 03:00:00 -070016:52falsefull1717Before kids our ambitions were focused on our career. But after kids, our goals seem to change. Success is no longer just about our career, it's about being a great mom as well. And those two things can often feel like complete opposites. In this podcast I will to talk about the shifts that are required when we set a new ambitious goal of having both a successful career AND a happy home life. I will breakdown how being successful in your career actually supports you being a great mom and talk through what to expect when you set out to achieve both. Find the full show notes at http://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/17Freedom From Mom-Guilt in 3 StepsFreedom From Mom-Guilt in 3 StepsThis week on the podcast we are addressing the #1 thing working moms need freedom from: guilt. Guilt is the emotion that shows up when you feel you aren’t a good enough mom. Most working moms never question guilt. They assume that they don’t have any control over it. So today we are going to take a stand against guilt. I will address what guilt actually is, where it comes from, how to create your own criteria for determining if you are a good mom and then a simple 3 step process to help free you from guilt whenever it decides to drop in.

Topics in this episode:

  • What guilt is and is not
  • Why you should not listen to guilt when it comes around
  • How comparing yourself contributes to feeling more guilt
  • Determining your own criteria for what makes you a good mom
  • 3 steps to follow when guilt shows up and how to stand up to it

Show Notes:

  • Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective – This is a group coaching program for working moms looking to create the building blocks to work-life balance. The program teaches you a 5 step process, includes weekly group coaching and a private community of working moms all determined to create a balanced life. Find out more information here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

]]>This week on the podcast we are addressing the #1 thing working moms need freedom from: guilt. Guilt is the emotion that shows up when you feel you aren’t a good enough mom. Most working moms never question guilt. They assume that they don’t have any control over it. So today we are going to take a stand against guilt. I will address what guilt actually is, where it comes from, how to create your own criteria for determining if you are a good mom and then a simple 3 step process to help free you from guilt whenever it decides to drop in.

Topics in this episode:

  • What guilt is and is not
  • Why you should not listen to guilt when it comes around
  • How comparing yourself contributes to feeling more guilt
  • Determining your own criteria for what makes you a good mom
  • 3 steps to follow when guilt shows up and how to stand up to it

Show Notes:

  • Join the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective – This is a group coaching program for working moms looking to create the building blocks to work-life balance. The program teaches you a 5 step process, includes weekly group coaching and a private community of working moms all determined to create a balanced life. Find out more information here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective

]]>4b7f8de6-e1df-4124-8477-ca48e670bc88Mon, 05 Jul 2021 03:00:00 -070022:35falsefull1616This week on the podcast we are addressing the #1 thing working moms need freedom from: guilt. Guilt is the emotion that shows up when you feel you aren’t a good enough mom. Most working moms never question guilt. They assume that they don’t have any control over it. So today we are going to take a stand against guilt. I will address what guilt actually is, where it comes from, how to create your own criteria for determining if you are a good mom and then a simple 3 step process to help free you from guilt whenever it decides to drop in. Get the full show notes at http://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/16Controlling Your To-Do ListControlling Your To-Do ListThe length of your to-do list is often a source of anxiety. When the to-do list is short you feel productive and good about yourself, but when the to-do list is long you feel inadequate and overwhelmed. But the length of your to-do list doesn't actually determine how you feel. It doesn't determine how accomplished you are. Your to-do list is neutral. When you create a balanced life, you have to feel in control of your to do's. In this episode we will dive into three ways to think about your to-do list so that you end the overwhelm cycle and start feeling in control of your to-do’s.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why you should ignore the length of your to-do list
  • Why your to do list isn’t the cause of overwhelm
  • A productive way to view your to-do list
  • 3 shifts in how you think of your to-do list that will help you create balance
  • What it takes to normalize the length of your to-do’s
  • Why a long to do list can actually be a good thing

Show Notes:


]]>The length of your to-do list is often a source of anxiety. When the to-do list is short you feel productive and good about yourself, but when the to-do list is long you feel inadequate and overwhelmed. But the length of your to-do list doesn't actually determine how you feel. It doesn't determine how accomplished you are. Your to-do list is neutral. When you create a balanced life, you have to feel in control of your to do's. In this episode we will dive into three ways to think about your to-do list so that you end the overwhelm cycle and start feeling in control of your to-do’s.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why you should ignore the length of your to-do list
  • Why your to do list isn’t the cause of overwhelm
  • A productive way to view your to-do list
  • 3 shifts in how you think of your to-do list that will help you create balance
  • What it takes to normalize the length of your to-do’s
  • Why a long to do list can actually be a good thing

Show Notes:


]]>da816360-b739-4c8f-97b4-91e28a43b6d8Mon, 28 Jun 2021 03:00:00 -070018:04falsefull1515The length of your to-do list is often a source of anxiety. When the to-do list is short you feel productive and good about yourself, but when the to-do list is long you feel inadequate and overwhelmed. But the length of your to-do list doesn't actually determine how you feel. It doesn't determine how accomplished you are. Your to-do list is neutral. When you create a balanced life, you must feel in control of your to-do's. In this episode we will dive into three ways to think about your to-do list so that you end the overwhelm cycle and start feeling in control of your to-do’s. Get the full show notes at http://rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/15The Single Best Productivity ToolThe Single Best Productivity ToolWork and rest are not on opposite ends of the spectrum. The single best productivity tool you have is REST. In today's episode I'm going to be making the connection between rest and productivity, explaining exactly what needs to happen for you to become more productive and then ultimately give you 2 ways to get your brain on board with rest so you can use it as a tool for getting more done. Do less and get more done…

Topics in this episode:

  • How rest contributes to productivity
  • How end the overworking cycle
  • The difference between rest and sleep
  • Rest increases confidence
  • What actually rests your brain and what does not

Show Notes:

  • Register for the free training Stop Overworking and Create Balance in 30 Days – Click here to sign up: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.net/stop-overworking
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>Work and rest are not on opposite ends of the spectrum. The single best productivity tool you have is REST. In today's episode I'm going to be making the connection between rest and productivity, explaining exactly what needs to happen for you to become more productive and then ultimately give you 2 ways to get your brain on board with rest so you can use it as a tool for getting more done. Do less and get more done…

Topics in this episode:

  • How rest contributes to productivity
  • How end the overworking cycle
  • The difference between rest and sleep
  • Rest increases confidence
  • What actually rests your brain and what does not

Show Notes:

  • Register for the free training Stop Overworking and Create Balance in 30 Days – Click here to sign up: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.net/stop-overworking
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>b567a5b8-fc49-43a6-9022-d5e089b62c0bMon, 21 Jun 2021 03:00:00 -070015:49falsefull1414Work and rest are not on opposite ends of the spectrum. The single best productivity tool you have is REST. In today's episode I'm going to be making the connection between rest and productivity, explaining exactly what needs to happen for you to become more productive and then ultimately give you 2 ways to get your brain on board with rest so you can use it as a tool for getting more done. Do less and get more done… Get the full show notes at http://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/143 Hacks to Achieve More in Less Time3 Hacks to Achieve More in Less TimeIn today’s interview with time hacking expert Vikki Louise, we call B.S. on the thought, “I don’t have enough time”. We talk all about how “more time” never creates faster or better results, the #1 thing that gets in the way of optimizing our time and she leaves us with 3 hacks to help us not just be more productive but change our experience of time so that we feel more present and enjoy the time we have.

Topics in this episode:

  • What “I don’t have enough time” actually means
  • What it takes to gain back time in your day
  • Why achieving more is not actually the goal and what it is instead
  • 3 hacks that help you to gain back time
  • 2 common time bandits that keep you from optimizing your time
  • The first step to taking back control of time

Show Notes:

  • Register for Vikki’s free Time Investment Sprint where you learn how to INVEST your time so you do less and achieve more: https://course.vikkilouise.com/timeinvesting
  • Episode 12 Enoughness that explores 3 other “not enough” beliefs that prevent us from having the balanced life we desire.
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms! This is a simple and effective way to get the word out to other working moms about this free resource!

]]>In today’s interview with time hacking expert Vikki Louise, we call B.S. on the thought, “I don’t have enough time”. We talk all about how “more time” never creates faster or better results, the #1 thing that gets in the way of optimizing our time and she leaves us with 3 hacks to help us not just be more productive but change our experience of time so that we feel more present and enjoy the time we have.

Topics in this episode:

  • What “I don’t have enough time” actually means
  • What it takes to gain back time in your day
  • Why achieving more is not actually the goal and what it is instead
  • 3 hacks that help you to gain back time
  • 2 common time bandits that keep you from optimizing your time
  • The first step to taking back control of time

Show Notes:

  • Register for Vikki’s free Time Investment Sprint where you learn how to INVEST your time so you do less and achieve more: https://course.vikkilouise.com/timeinvesting
  • Episode 12 Enoughness that explores 3 other “not enough” beliefs that prevent us from having the balanced life we desire.
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms! This is a simple and effective way to get the word out to other working moms about this free resource!

]]>bc9047c8-c075-4da0-9225-c5d96011533bMon, 14 Jun 2021 03:00:00 -070039:04falsefull1313In today’s interview with time hacking expert Vikki Louise, we call B.S. on the thought, “I don’t have enough time”. We talk all about how “more time” never creates faster or better results, the #1 thing that gets in the way of optimizing our time and she leaves us with 3 hacks to help us not just be more productive but change our experience of time so that we feel more present and enjoy the time we have. Find the full show notes at http://rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/13EnoughnessEnoughnessIn today's episode we're going to talk about enoughness. This is the belief that you are enough and that you're doing enough. A balanced life is a life where you don't constantly feel like you should be doing more. A balanced life is a life that doesn't feel like you're lacking anything. A balanced life is a life of enough. So today I'm going to focus on three “not enough” thoughts that are causing imbalance and then teach you how to turn those around so that you can begin to create balance by feeling enough.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why you need to feel enough in order to feel balanced
  • 3 common “not enough” thoughts that are causing imbalance
  • Why you shouldn’t believe your “not enough” thoughts
  • How practicing sufficiency can counter the feeling of not being enough
  • How over-working is connected to feeling not enough
  • 3 ways to practice your enoughness

Show Notes:

  • Want to learn the building blocks to creating a balanced life and join other working moms who are doing the same? Check out the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective, a lifetime membership that includes 30 videos and workbooks, weekly coaching and an exclusive community to support you in creating an ambitious and balanced working mom life no matter your circumstance. Check it out at: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective.
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>In today's episode we're going to talk about enoughness. This is the belief that you are enough and that you're doing enough. A balanced life is a life where you don't constantly feel like you should be doing more. A balanced life is a life that doesn't feel like you're lacking anything. A balanced life is a life of enough. So today I'm going to focus on three “not enough” thoughts that are causing imbalance and then teach you how to turn those around so that you can begin to create balance by feeling enough.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why you need to feel enough in order to feel balanced
  • 3 common “not enough” thoughts that are causing imbalance
  • Why you shouldn’t believe your “not enough” thoughts
  • How practicing sufficiency can counter the feeling of not being enough
  • How over-working is connected to feeling not enough
  • 3 ways to practice your enoughness

Show Notes:

  • Want to learn the building blocks to creating a balanced life and join other working moms who are doing the same? Check out the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective, a lifetime membership that includes 30 videos and workbooks, weekly coaching and an exclusive community to support you in creating an ambitious and balanced working mom life no matter your circumstance. Check it out at: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective.
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>2eef9d6d-696c-48b3-aca7-47ce89b1922aMon, 07 Jun 2021 03:00:00 -070024:42falsefull1212In today's episode we're going to talk about enoughness. This is the belief that you are enough and that you're doing enough. A balanced life is a life where you don't constantly feel like you should be doing more. A balanced life is a life that doesn't feel like you're lacking anything. A balanced life is a life of enough. So today I'm going to focus on three “not enough” thoughts that are causing imbalance and then teach you how to turn those around so that you can begin to create balance by feeling enough. http://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/125 Secrets to Living in the Present5 Secrets to Living in the PresentIn this in this week's episode I’m focusing on what it takes to be present. A balanced life is a present life. You want to be present for all the milestones that your kids will meet. You want to be present for the successes that you experience in your job. You want to experience all of the joy that comes from the life that you're creating. Oftentimes ambitious working moms struggle with being so present because we are doers and we go go go, so in this episode I want to breakdown exactly what being present means, the two most common things that take us away from being present and then give you 5 very practical strategies for becoming a present working mom.

Topics in this episode:

  • What does being present actually mean?
  • The two most common things that take us away from being present
  • 5 practical strategies for being present
  • How mental distractions, like an unfinished task, take you away from being present
  • What to do about your phone and social media so they stop distracting you
  • How to increase productivity by being present

Show Notes:

  • Episode 7 – Creating a work to home transition
  • Want to learn the building blocks to creating a balanced life and join other working moms who are doing the same? Check out the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective, a lifetime membership that includes 30 videos and workbooks, weekly coaching and an exclusive community to support you in creating an ambitious and balanced working mom life no matter your circumstance. Check it out at: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective.
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms! 

]]>In this in this week's episode I’m focusing on what it takes to be present. A balanced life is a present life. You want to be present for all the milestones that your kids will meet. You want to be present for the successes that you experience in your job. You want to experience all of the joy that comes from the life that you're creating. Oftentimes ambitious working moms struggle with being so present because we are doers and we go go go, so in this episode I want to breakdown exactly what being present means, the two most common things that take us away from being present and then give you 5 very practical strategies for becoming a present working mom.

Topics in this episode:

  • What does being present actually mean?
  • The two most common things that take us away from being present
  • 5 practical strategies for being present
  • How mental distractions, like an unfinished task, take you away from being present
  • What to do about your phone and social media so they stop distracting you
  • How to increase productivity by being present

Show Notes:

  • Episode 7 – Creating a work to home transition
  • Want to learn the building blocks to creating a balanced life and join other working moms who are doing the same? Check out the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective, a lifetime membership that includes 30 videos and workbooks, weekly coaching and an exclusive community to support you in creating an ambitious and balanced working mom life no matter your circumstance. Check it out at: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective.
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms! 

]]>39ab71db-ab7c-4550-95dd-6d6c726e4b86Mon, 31 May 2021 03:00:00 -070024:14falsefull1111In this in this week's episode I’m focusing on what it takes to be present. A balanced life is a present life. You want to be present for all the milestones that your kids will meet. You want to be present for the successes that you experience in your job. You want to experience all of the joy that comes from the life that you're creating. Oftentimes ambitious working moms struggle with being so present because we are doers and we go go go, so in this episode I want to breakdown exactly what being present means, the two most common things that take us away from being present and then give you 5 very practical strategies for becoming a present working mom.Have to vs. want toHave to vs. want toA balanced life is a life of WANT-to. It’s a life that feels purposeful, motivating, fun and even easy. An unbalanced life is a life of HAVE-to. It’s a life that feels hard, forceful, and exhausting. Two women might have a very similar life with similar responsibilities but one will feel balanced because everything in their life feels like a choice – like a WANT-to and the other will feel imbalanced because they feel like they have no choice and they HAVE-to do the things they are doing. In this episode we are going to talk about the difference between a want-to and a have-to life and then explore the process of moving from have-to to want-to. Ready? Let’s get to it…

Topics in this episode:

  • Have-to’s and responsibilities
  • How to tell the difference between a have-to life and a want-to life
  • Have-to and want-to comes down to motivations
  • Having to work vs wanting to work
  • 3 steps to moving from have-to to want-to

Show Notes:

  • Want to learn the building blocks to creating a balanced life and join other working moms who are doing the same? Check out the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective, a lifetime membership that includes 30 videos and workbooks, weekly coaching and an exclusive community to support you in creating an ambitious and balanced working mom life no matter your circumstance. Check it out at: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective.
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms! 

]]>A balanced life is a life of WANT-to. It’s a life that feels purposeful, motivating, fun and even easy. An unbalanced life is a life of HAVE-to. It’s a life that feels hard, forceful, and exhausting. Two women might have a very similar life with similar responsibilities but one will feel balanced because everything in their life feels like a choice – like a WANT-to and the other will feel imbalanced because they feel like they have no choice and they HAVE-to do the things they are doing. In this episode we are going to talk about the difference between a want-to and a have-to life and then explore the process of moving from have-to to want-to. Ready? Let’s get to it…

Topics in this episode:

  • Have-to’s and responsibilities
  • How to tell the difference between a have-to life and a want-to life
  • Have-to and want-to comes down to motivations
  • Having to work vs wanting to work
  • 3 steps to moving from have-to to want-to

Show Notes:

  • Want to learn the building blocks to creating a balanced life and join other working moms who are doing the same? Check out the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective, a lifetime membership that includes 30 videos and workbooks, weekly coaching and an exclusive community to support you in creating an ambitious and balanced working mom life no matter your circumstance. Check it out at: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective.
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms! 

]]>cb195b7f-1a64-4c74-a747-ca5c26efd115Mon, 24 May 2021 03:00:00 -070022:09falsefull1010A balanced life is a life of WANT-to. It’s a life that feels purposeful, motivating, fun and even easy. An unbalanced life is a life of HAVE-to. It’s a life that feels hard, forceful, and exhausting. Two women might have a very similar life with similar responsibilities but one will feel balanced because everything in their life feels like a choice – like a WANT-to and the other will feel imbalanced because they feel like they have no choice and they HAVE-to do the things they are doing. In this episode we are going to talk about the difference between a want-to and a have-to life and then explore the process of moving from have-to to want-to. Full show notes at http://rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/10Failure and disappointing othersFailure and disappointing othersHow would life be different if you were willing to fail and disappoint others? If you simply stopped avoiding it? Would you work less? Try to perfect less? Would you be more decisive? A balanced and successful life includes failures and disappointments. Our goal is not to avoid failure and disappoint, but it’s to build up a tolerance so we no longer avoid them. In this episode, we are going to talk all about failure & disappointment. What they mean, what our brains want us to think they mean and ultimately learn how to build up a tolerance to feel them.

Topics in this episode:

  • What is failure, really?
  • A new way of thinking about failure & disappointment
  • Failure is NOT an emotion
  • Why we want to feel icky emotions that come from failing and disappointing others
  • The #1 thing that magnifies failure & disappointment
  • 3 things you can do to start building up a tolerance for failure

Show Notes:

  • Want to learn the building blocks to creating a balanced life and join other working moms who are doing the same? Check out the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective, a lifetime membership that includes 30 videos and workbooks, weekly coaching and an exclusive community to support you in creating an ambitious and balanced working mom life no matter your circumstance. Check it out at: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective.
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>How would life be different if you were willing to fail and disappoint others? If you simply stopped avoiding it? Would you work less? Try to perfect less? Would you be more decisive? A balanced and successful life includes failures and disappointments. Our goal is not to avoid failure and disappoint, but it’s to build up a tolerance so we no longer avoid them. In this episode, we are going to talk all about failure & disappointment. What they mean, what our brains want us to think they mean and ultimately learn how to build up a tolerance to feel them.

Topics in this episode:

  • What is failure, really?
  • A new way of thinking about failure & disappointment
  • Failure is NOT an emotion
  • Why we want to feel icky emotions that come from failing and disappointing others
  • The #1 thing that magnifies failure & disappointment
  • 3 things you can do to start building up a tolerance for failure

Show Notes:

  • Want to learn the building blocks to creating a balanced life and join other working moms who are doing the same? Check out the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective, a lifetime membership that includes 30 videos and workbooks, weekly coaching and an exclusive community to support you in creating an ambitious and balanced working mom life no matter your circumstance. Check it out at: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/collective.
  • Don’t forget to leave a rating and review to help spread this resource to other working moms!

]]>e8901f11-6918-4daa-bda3-c927fbbb3c4cMon, 17 May 2021 03:00:00 -070015:30falsefull99How would life be different if you were willing to fail and disappoint others? If you simply stopped avoiding it? Would you work less? Try to perfect less? Would you be more decisive? A balanced and successful life includes failures and disappointments. Our goal is not to avoid failure and disappoint, but it’s to build up a tolerance so we no longer avoid them. In this episode, we are going to talk all about failure & disappointment. What they mean, what our brains want us to think they mean and ultimately learn how to build up a tolerance to feel them. Get the full show notes at http://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/9Stop ShouldingStop ShouldingIn this podcast today I’m going to talk about a word we all use that is often the source of imbalance: SHOULD. Working moms have a bad habit of shoulding. This is when you say “I really should…” or “I should have …” Shoulding is a habit that only makes us feel bad about ourselves and thus has to end in order to truly create a life of balance.

In this episode I’m going to go into detail on shoulding and why it’s a problem. I’m going to show you how it is stealing away your time, contributing to a lack of confidence and making you feel not-enough and then I will give you a 5 step process to end the cycle of shoulding.

Topics in this episode:

  • The bad habit of shoulding
  • How shoulding leads to a lack of confidence
  • How shoulding sucks away your time
  • The trap of comparing ourself to others
  • When you say “should” you’re really saying “I’m not enough”
  • The 5 steps to end shoulding

Show Notes:

Want to learn the building blocks to creating a balanced life and join other working moms who are doing the same? Check out the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective, a lifetime membership that includes 30 videos and workbooks, weekly coaching and a supportive Facebook community to support you in creating an ambitious and balanced working mom life no matter your circumstance. Check it out at www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/coaching. 

]]>In this podcast today I’m going to talk about a word we all use that is often the source of imbalance: SHOULD. Working moms have a bad habit of shoulding. This is when you say “I really should…” or “I should have …” Shoulding is a habit that only makes us feel bad about ourselves and thus has to end in order to truly create a life of balance.

In this episode I’m going to go into detail on shoulding and why it’s a problem. I’m going to show you how it is stealing away your time, contributing to a lack of confidence and making you feel not-enough and then I will give you a 5 step process to end the cycle of shoulding.

Topics in this episode:

  • The bad habit of shoulding
  • How shoulding leads to a lack of confidence
  • How shoulding sucks away your time
  • The trap of comparing ourself to others
  • When you say “should” you’re really saying “I’m not enough”
  • The 5 steps to end shoulding

Show Notes:

Want to learn the building blocks to creating a balanced life and join other working moms who are doing the same? Check out the Ambitious and Balanced Working Mom Collective, a lifetime membership that includes 30 videos and workbooks, weekly coaching and a supportive Facebook community to support you in creating an ambitious and balanced working mom life no matter your circumstance. Check it out at www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/coaching. 

]]>9b5f4df9-ff01-446e-b981-28f7de2267cdMon, 10 May 2021 03:00:00 -070020:31falsefull88In this podcast today I will talk about a word we all use that is often the source of imbalance: SHOULD. Working moms have a bad habit of shoulding. This is when you say “I really should…” or “I should have …” Shoulding is a habit that only makes us feel bad about ourself and thus has to end in order to truly create a life of balance. In this episode I’m going to go into detail on shoulding and why it’s a problem. I’m going to show you how it is stealing away your time, contributing to a lack of confidence and making you feel not-enough and then I will give you a 5 step process to end the cycle of shoulding. Get the full show notes at http://rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/8Navigating the work to home transitionNavigating the work to home transitionIn this episode, I am going to talk about creating a work-to-home transition. This is the moment of the day that is the most crucial to creating work-life balance. It's that moment where the demands of your family meet the exhaustion of your workday and you can set yourself up to feel connected and present by creating a short 10-minute transition routine. I will be breaking down the 4 parts of a good transition, explain why each are important and then give examples for each.

Topics in this episode:

  • What is the work-to-home transition?
  • The two things you need to let go of at the end of the work day
  • Why it doesn’t always feel easy to transition from work to home
  • 4 crucial parts that create a good transition

Show Notes:

  • Want some additional support to creating work-life balance? Check out the Work-Life Balance Formula, a free training where I teach you the exact equation for feeling present at home and happy at work. Click here to sign up: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.net/balanceformula

]]>In this episode, I am going to talk about creating a work-to-home transition. This is the moment of the day that is the most crucial to creating work-life balance. It's that moment where the demands of your family meet the exhaustion of your workday and you can set yourself up to feel connected and present by creating a short 10-minute transition routine. I will be breaking down the 4 parts of a good transition, explain why each are important and then give examples for each.

Topics in this episode:

  • What is the work-to-home transition?
  • The two things you need to let go of at the end of the work day
  • Why it doesn’t always feel easy to transition from work to home
  • 4 crucial parts that create a good transition

Show Notes:

  • Want some additional support to creating work-life balance? Check out the Work-Life Balance Formula, a free training where I teach you the exact equation for feeling present at home and happy at work. Click here to sign up: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.net/balanceformula

]]>2fefeec4-3fb6-4852-a0e1-48cf0e637d10Mon, 03 May 2021 03:00:00 -070020:28falsefull77In this episode, I am going to talk about creating a work-to-home transition. This is the moment of the day that is the most crucial to creating work-life balance. It's that moment where the demands of your family meet the exhaustion of your workday and you can set yourself up to feel connected and present by creating a short 10-minute transition routine. I will be breaking down the 4 parts of a good transition, explain why each are important and then give examples for each. Full show notes can be found at http://rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/7Success is not dependent on timeSuccess is not dependent on timeIn this episode, I am going to talk about why you don’t need more time to be successful. That actually, success has nothing to do with time. Our brains only think we need “more time” to be successful because we’ve never pushed ourselves to think otherwise. I will break down the way a balanced person views success and explain exactly how they are able to achieve more in less time.

Success does not define you. Who you are as a person has nothing to do with being successful. You are a good mom, wife & worker despite your outward successes. When you believe this, you are free to achieve, try, take risks, say no, do all the things because it doesn’t define who you are.

And when you believe that success is not dependent on time you will begin to push your brain to think more creatively so you reach the desired outcome in shorter periods of time.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why success and time feel so dependent on each other
  • How we’ve been indoctrinated to believe we need more time
  • How achieving more doesn’t mean you need more time
  • How a balanced person thinks about success and time
  • Your outward success does not define you

Show Notes:


Want some additional support to creating work-life balance? Check out the Work-Life Balance Formula, a free training where I teach you the exact equation for feeling present at home and happy at work. Click here to sign up: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.net/balanceformula

]]>In this episode, I am going to talk about why you don’t need more time to be successful. That actually, success has nothing to do with time. Our brains only think we need “more time” to be successful because we’ve never pushed ourselves to think otherwise. I will break down the way a balanced person views success and explain exactly how they are able to achieve more in less time.

Success does not define you. Who you are as a person has nothing to do with being successful. You are a good mom, wife & worker despite your outward successes. When you believe this, you are free to achieve, try, take risks, say no, do all the things because it doesn’t define who you are.

And when you believe that success is not dependent on time you will begin to push your brain to think more creatively so you reach the desired outcome in shorter periods of time.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why success and time feel so dependent on each other
  • How we’ve been indoctrinated to believe we need more time
  • How achieving more doesn’t mean you need more time
  • How a balanced person thinks about success and time
  • Your outward success does not define you

Show Notes:


Want some additional support to creating work-life balance? Check out the Work-Life Balance Formula, a free training where I teach you the exact equation for feeling present at home and happy at work. Click here to sign up: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.net/balanceformula

]]>63c3feb5-3267-43d6-9d03-7a5995919905Mon, 26 Apr 2021 03:00:00 -070018:27falsefull66In this episode, I am going to talk about why you don’t need more time to be successful. That actually, success has nothing to do with time. Our brains only think we need “more time” to be successful because we’ve never pushed ourselves to think otherwise. I will break down the way a balanced person views success and explain exactly how they are able to achieve more in less time. Full show notes at http://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/6Your value isn't found in your careerYour value isn't found in your careerIn today’s episode I'm going to be addressing one of the most important topics to creating balance in your life: your value. Essentially your worth. As we become adults, we learn that our value has a lot to do with both the quality and quantity of our output – our accomplishments - but that isn’t really where our true value lies. Our value lies in something much deeper than that, and as you begin to realign your value away from your career & accomplishments, you’re going to have a much easier time creating a balanced life.

If your value isn’t found in your career and your accomplishments, where is found? In simply being you! Your value is found in the core pieces of who you are. I call this your human value. In this episode I am breaking down the difference between your accomplished value and your human value and explaining why it is important to shift the way you see your value. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Accomplished value vs human value – what’s the difference?
  • Why ambitious women tend to focus too much on our accomplished value and how it causes imbalance
  • Why you need to see yourself through the lens of your human value and what will shift when you do.
  • How working less hours is dependent on your human value
  • A helpful exercise to help your brain start to understand who you are at the core

Show Notes:

Want some help aligning your value to the core of who you are? Book a free breakthrough call and let’s begin the process of building up your confidence and human value. Schedule your call here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

Want some additional support to creating work-life balance? Check out the Work-Life Balance Formula, a free training where I teach you the exact equation for feeling present at home and happy at work. Click here to sign up: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.net/balanceformula

]]>In today’s episode I'm going to be addressing one of the most important topics to creating balance in your life: your value. Essentially your worth. As we become adults, we learn that our value has a lot to do with both the quality and quantity of our output – our accomplishments - but that isn’t really where our true value lies. Our value lies in something much deeper than that, and as you begin to realign your value away from your career & accomplishments, you’re going to have a much easier time creating a balanced life.

If your value isn’t found in your career and your accomplishments, where is found? In simply being you! Your value is found in the core pieces of who you are. I call this your human value. In this episode I am breaking down the difference between your accomplished value and your human value and explaining why it is important to shift the way you see your value. 

Topics in this episode:

  • Accomplished value vs human value – what’s the difference?
  • Why ambitious women tend to focus too much on our accomplished value and how it causes imbalance
  • Why you need to see yourself through the lens of your human value and what will shift when you do.
  • How working less hours is dependent on your human value
  • A helpful exercise to help your brain start to understand who you are at the core

Show Notes:

Want some help aligning your value to the core of who you are? Book a free breakthrough call and let’s begin the process of building up your confidence and human value. Schedule your call here: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book

Want some additional support to creating work-life balance? Check out the Work-Life Balance Formula, a free training where I teach you the exact equation for feeling present at home and happy at work. Click here to sign up: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.net/balanceformula

]]>7e6960e2-cafa-45c7-a734-2f75ae7b983dMon, 19 Apr 2021 03:00:00 -070016:39falsefull55In today’s episode I'm going to be addressing one of the most important topics to creating balance in your life: your value. Essentially your worth. As we become adults, we learn that our value has a lot to do with both the quality and quantity of our output – our accomplishments - but that isn’t really where our true value lies. Our value lies in something much deeper than that, and as you begin to realign your value away from your career & accomplishments, you’re going to have a much easier time creating a balanced life.The missing link that creates balance: commitment (part 4)The missing link that creates balance: commitment (part 4)In this episode, we are going to be talking about the missing link to creating a balanced life: commitment. Most people have some sense of what they need to do in order to create balance, they’re simply not doing it. That is why commitment is so important. When you are committed, you follow-thru, no matter what. In this episode I am going to break down commitment into 4 actionable parts and explain exactly what you need to be doing to achieve the ambitious and balanced life you desire.

This is part 4 of a 4 part series on creating work-life balance.

Topics in this episode:

  • Balance as a goal
  • Why commitment is such a big part of reaching balance
  • Expect discomfort when creating balance
  • A time management tool that is important to creating balance
  • Why “more time” can no longer going to be your go-to solution
  • A simple tool to evaluate if you are experiencing balance

Show Notes:


Want some additional support to creating work-life balance? Check out the Work-Life Balance Formula, a free training where I teach you the exact equation for feeling present at home and happy at work. Click here to sign up: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.net/balanceformula

]]>In this episode, we are going to be talking about the missing link to creating a balanced life: commitment. Most people have some sense of what they need to do in order to create balance, they’re simply not doing it. That is why commitment is so important. When you are committed, you follow-thru, no matter what. In this episode I am going to break down commitment into 4 actionable parts and explain exactly what you need to be doing to achieve the ambitious and balanced life you desire.

This is part 4 of a 4 part series on creating work-life balance.

Topics in this episode:

  • Balance as a goal
  • Why commitment is such a big part of reaching balance
  • Expect discomfort when creating balance
  • A time management tool that is important to creating balance
  • Why “more time” can no longer going to be your go-to solution
  • A simple tool to evaluate if you are experiencing balance

Show Notes:


Want some additional support to creating work-life balance? Check out the Work-Life Balance Formula, a free training where I teach you the exact equation for feeling present at home and happy at work. Click here to sign up: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.net/balanceformula

]]>06f32a14-b029-49a0-82c0-ac0cc62fb529Mon, 12 Apr 2021 03:00:00 -070018:16falsefull44In this episode, we are going to be talking about the missing link to creating a balanced life: commitment. Most people have some sense of what they need to do in order to create balance, they’re simply not doing it. That is why commitment is so important. When you are committed, you follow-thru, no matter what. In this episode I am going to break down commitment into 4 actionable parts and explain exactly what you need to be doing to achieve the ambitious and balanced life you desire.The link between your brain and balance (part 3)The link between your brain and balance (part 3)Your brain is so powerful, that your thoughts are like a self-fulfilling prophecy. They will either move you forward or hold you back. Which means, you have to be able to control what's going on in your brain if you want to have an ambitious and balanced life. In this episode we will be focusing on the third component that creates balance: a controlled mind.

What we feel stems from what we think. The literal words that go through your head are what create sensations or feelings in your body. So if you want to feel balanced, you have to think thoughts that create a feeling of balance. In this episode, I am going to teach you how your thoughts are connected to your emotions, the most common thoughts that create imbalance and exactly what you should be thinking instead.

This is part 3 of a 4 part series on creating work-life balance.

Topics in this episode:

  • How your thoughts control feeling balanced
  • Your brain likes to think the most practiced thought
  • Why it’s important to understand that your thoughts are not true
  • The 2 most common thoughts that create imbalance
  • The best thoughts that will help you feel balance
  • 2 tools to help shift from imbalanced to balanced thinking

Show Notes:


Want some additional support to creating work-life balance? Check out the Work-Life Balance Formula, a free training where I teach you the exact equation for feeling present at home and happy at work. Click here to sign up: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.net/balanceformula

]]>Your brain is so powerful, that your thoughts are like a self-fulfilling prophecy. They will either move you forward or hold you back. Which means, you have to be able to control what's going on in your brain if you want to have an ambitious and balanced life. In this episode we will be focusing on the third component that creates balance: a controlled mind.

What we feel stems from what we think. The literal words that go through your head are what create sensations or feelings in your body. So if you want to feel balanced, you have to think thoughts that create a feeling of balance. In this episode, I am going to teach you how your thoughts are connected to your emotions, the most common thoughts that create imbalance and exactly what you should be thinking instead.

This is part 3 of a 4 part series on creating work-life balance.

Topics in this episode:

  • How your thoughts control feeling balanced
  • Your brain likes to think the most practiced thought
  • Why it’s important to understand that your thoughts are not true
  • The 2 most common thoughts that create imbalance
  • The best thoughts that will help you feel balance
  • 2 tools to help shift from imbalanced to balanced thinking

Show Notes:


Want some additional support to creating work-life balance? Check out the Work-Life Balance Formula, a free training where I teach you the exact equation for feeling present at home and happy at work. Click here to sign up: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.net/balanceformula

]]>62cb144c-2b80-4e5e-9bb4-5bba9d46e496Mon, 05 Apr 2021 03:00:00 -070014:39falsefull33Your brain is so powerful, that your thoughts are like a self-fulfilling prophecy. They will either move you forward or hold you back. Which means, you have to be able to control what's going on in your brain if you want to have an ambitious and balanced life. In this episode we will be focusing on the third component that creates balance: a controlled mind. Full show notes at http://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/3Clarity is essential to work-life balance (part 2)Clarity is essential to work-life balance (part 2)Clarity is essential to work-life balance. When you are clear, you don’t second guess yourself and you make more decisive decisions. Clarity is like a road map for your brain telling it what is most important.

For most women, once they have children their priorities change. What was once important no longer seems to matter. This is a moment where most women need to re-decide what it is they want in their life. They need to decide what living “regret-free” looks like.

In this episode I’m going to dive into the 3 things you need to get clear on if you are going to create balance. I will focus on finding clarity in your career, long term goals and day-to-day priorities.

This is part 2 of a 4 part series on creating work-life balance.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why clarity is an important part of work-life balance
  • What happens when you are NOT clear
  • How to find career direction
  • The importance of casting vision over your motherhood experience
  • Why you need to dream big
  • Why understanding your priorities will help you make tough decisions

Show Notes:

Click here to listen to part 1 of the Creating Work-Life Balance Series

Want some additional support to creating work-life balance? Check out the Work-Life Balance Formula, a free training where I teach you the exact equation for feeling present at home and happy at work. Click here to sign up: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.net/balanceformula

]]>Clarity is essential to work-life balance. When you are clear, you don’t second guess yourself and you make more decisive decisions. Clarity is like a road map for your brain telling it what is most important.

For most women, once they have children their priorities change. What was once important no longer seems to matter. This is a moment where most women need to re-decide what it is they want in their life. They need to decide what living “regret-free” looks like.

In this episode I’m going to dive into the 3 things you need to get clear on if you are going to create balance. I will focus on finding clarity in your career, long term goals and day-to-day priorities.

This is part 2 of a 4 part series on creating work-life balance.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why clarity is an important part of work-life balance
  • What happens when you are NOT clear
  • How to find career direction
  • The importance of casting vision over your motherhood experience
  • Why you need to dream big
  • Why understanding your priorities will help you make tough decisions

Show Notes:

Click here to listen to part 1 of the Creating Work-Life Balance Series

Want some additional support to creating work-life balance? Check out the Work-Life Balance Formula, a free training where I teach you the exact equation for feeling present at home and happy at work. Click here to sign up: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.net/balanceformula

]]>deda975b-effa-487b-8357-275707e6b7afMon, 29 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -070018:44falsefull22Join me, this episode as I dive into the 3 things you need to get clear on if you are going to create balance. Clarity is essential to work-life balance. When you are clear you don’t second guess yourself and you make more decisive decisions. I believe that clarity is like a road map for your brain pointing you toward what is most important. I will focus on finding clarity in your career, long term goals and day-to-day priorities. Find the full show notes at https://rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/2The foundation to creating work-life balanceThe foundation to creating work-life balanceIf you're not feeling really good about you and your work, you're likely not going to feel balanced in life. If you're constantly looking for other people to validate how good you are and what you're doing, you're going to spend too long perfecting things. If you're really hard on yourself and have a lot of negative self-talk, you’re going to waste time and energy in self-judgement and indecision and likely never experience balance. A confident relationship with yourself is literally the foundation for a balanced life.

In this episode, I will explain several misconceptions about work-life balance, the truth about what it actually is and the 4 components that make up a balanced working mom life.

I will dive deep into the first component, confidence, and share why I think it is the foundation to creating a balanced life. We will cover why knowing who you are and who you are not is vital to being confident and ultimately how true confidence is being able to separate how good you are as a person, mom and worker from how much you accomplish.

This is part one of a 4 part series.

Topics in this episode:

  • What work-life balance is and is not
  • The 4 components (the 4 C’s) to create a balanced life
  • Why confidence is the foundation for work-life balance
  • How a lack of confidence creates imbalance
  • A quick tool for building up your confidence

Want some additional support to creating work-life balance? Check out the Work-Life Balance Formula, a free training where I teach you the exact equation for feeling present at home and happy at work. Click here to sign up: https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.net/balanceformula

]]>If you're not feeling really good about you and your work, you're likely not going to feel balanced in life. If you're constantly looking for other people to validate how good you are and what you're doing, you're going to spend too long perfecting things. If you're really hard on yourself and have a lot of negative self-talk, you’re going to waste time and energy in self-judgement and indecision and likely never experience balance. A confident relationship with yourself is literally the foundation for a balanced life.

In this episode, I will explain several misconceptions about work-life balance, the truth about what it actually is and the 4 components that make up a balanced working mom life.

I will dive deep into the first component, confidence, and share why I think it is the foundation to creating a balanced life. We will cover why knowing who you are and who you are not is vital to being confident and ultimately how true confidence is being able to separate how good you are as a person, mom and worker from how much you accomplish.

This is part one of a 4 part series.

Topics in this episode:

  • What work-life balance is and is not
  • The 4 components (the 4 C’s) to create a balanced life
  • Why confidence is the foundation for work-life balance
  • How a lack of confidence creates imbalance
  • A quick tool for building up your confidence

Want some additional support to creating work-life balance? Check out the Work-Life Balance Formula, a free training where I teach you the exact equation for feeling present at home and happy at work. Click here to sign up: https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.net/balanceformula

]]>0295a7fb-3675-4d0e-8af2-f54ab672263cMon, 22 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -070018:29falsefull11In this episode I will explain several misconceptions about work-life balance, the truth about what it actually is and the 4 components that make up a balanced working mom life. If you're not feeling really good about you and your work, you're likely not going to feel balanced in life. If you're constantly looking for other people to validate how good you are and what you're doing, you're going to spend too long perfecting things. If you're really hard on yourself and have a lot of negative self-talk, you’re going to waste time and energy in self-judgement and indecision and likely never experience balance. A confident relationship with yourself is literally the foundation for a balanced life. Find the full show notes at http://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/1Welcome to Ambitious & Balanced Working Moms!Welcome to Ambitious & Balanced Working Moms!This is a show for working moms who want to balance their ambitious career goals with their life as a mom. Being a career-driven woman is hard and confusing after having kids but each week, Certified Professional Life Coach Rebecca Olson will share bite-size stories, tips and strategies to help you regain your confidence, make decisions you trust, and create a positive mindset that supports the ambitious life you want to live. Rebecca remembers how challenging it was after returning from maternity leave and will teach you how to be both productive at work and present with your family. If you never want to choose between your career and being a great mom, you’ll find answers and support right here. Learn more at rebeccaolsoncoaching.com.

]]>This is a show for working moms who want to balance their ambitious career goals with their life as a mom. Being a career-driven woman is hard and confusing after having kids but each week, Certified Professional Life Coach Rebecca Olson will share bite-size stories, tips and strategies to help you regain your confidence, make decisions you trust, and create a positive mindset that supports the ambitious life you want to live. Rebecca remembers how challenging it was after returning from maternity leave and will teach you how to be both productive at work and present with your family. If you never want to choose between your career and being a great mom, you’ll find answers and support right here. Learn more at rebeccaolsoncoaching.com.

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