Barbara McAfee spent decades helping others find their full voice — but the real story starts with her own. She grew up surrounded by soloists (a grandfather on the radio, a mother, a brother) and still couldn't bring herself to sing alone. Fear and perfectionism conspired to lock her down. What finally broke it open was when she found herself at the Roy Hart Center, where a beloved teacher helped her discover a gap in her voice she didn't know existed — one that changed the entire direction of her life. In this conversation, Barbara walks you through her Five Elements Framework (earth, fire, water, metal, and air), what your voice actually reveals about your inner life, and why the version of yourself you've been suppressing might be your greatest gift.

If you've ever dimmed yourself down, talked yourself out of singing in public, or wondered what it would feel like to just let it all out — this one's for you.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• The voice you have is not the voice you were born with. It's been shaped by trauma, culture, gender, and the things people said to you at age eight — and it can be reshaped.
• The Five Elements Framework (earth, fire, water, metal, air) is a map for your voice and your life. The element you resist most is usually where your biggest growth is hiding.
• When you change your voice, your life comes along for the ride. More groundedness, more lightness, more range.
• Barbara's turning point wasn't a plan — it was permission. One teacher, one moment of being taken somewhere her voice had never gone. Sometimes that's all it takes.
• The real joy is in the creativity. Whether it's a song, a business, or a life — Barbara is proof that creating from the inside out is more sustaining than any external validation.

"When you change your voice, your life comes along for the ride." — Barbara McAfee

CONNECT WITH BARBARA

Website: https://www.barbaramcafee.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/mcafeemusic

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barbara.mcafee

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barbaramcafeesings/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbaramcafee/

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Topics: finding your voice, voice coaching for women, personal transformation, Five Elements Framework, oral tradition singing, creativity and self-expression, living from the inside out, authentic leadership, permission to sing, grief and healing, personal growth podcast for ambitious women, building a life you love, curiosity-led living, identity and reinvention, fear of being seen, self-expression for high achievers, letting go of perfectionism, inner wisdom, creative courage, women and aging, community and belonging

Jessica Olson spent nearly a decade living abroad — Sweden, South Korea, Argentina, Saudi Arabia — not by accident, but by necessity. When the job market collapsed in 2009 and a professor told her to just go, she went. What she found in those countries, particularly in the radical hospitality of South Korea, changed everything she thought she knew about community. When she returned to Omaha in 2018 and watched the pandemic hollow out the arts scene she loved, she didn't just mourn it — she built something. The Creative Life Podcast started as a hobby, a love letter to Nebraska creatives, but became a vehicle for Jessica to do what she does best: open doors for others the way doors were opened for her. In this conversation, we talk about what real community actually requires (hint: it's not networking), how Jessica shows up to events alone — intentionally — and why your boundaries might be isolating you more than protecting you.

If you've ever felt socially rusty, new to a city, or like you're doom-scrolling instead of doing the thing — this episode is your permission slip to show up.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Jessica's transformation from lonely expat to intentional community builder didn't happen overnight — it started with learning to survive as an outsider and choosing to bring those lessons home.
• The difference between networking and friendship: "Networking is, 'What can I get from you?' Friendship is, 'Who can I be to you, and who can you be to me?'"
• How to actually find community in your city: reset your algorithm, use search terms for events you care about, find the person who knows everything — and then buy the $10 ticket.
• Why Jessica goes to events alone on purpose, and how she uses that to model for her audience that you can show up solo and still opt into connection once you get there.
• If your boundaries are keeping you isolated, they may not be protecting you — they may be preventing your growth. Relationships are mirrors, and you can't grow without them.
• You don't have to show up at 100%. Jessica shows up tired, stressed, happy, and everything in between — because community can't be built on a representative. Show up as your real self, or you'll burn out.
• What every single participant in Jessica's doctoral research mentioned without being asked: physical wellness. Movement isn't just self-care — it may be the most underrated resilience tool we have.

CONNECT WITH JESSICA

Website: thecreativelifepodcast.com

Instagram: @thecreativelifepodcastomaha

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Topics: how to find community as an adult, building community after COVID, showing up when you don't want to, community over networking, creative community Omaha, women in tech, women abroad, resilience, personal growth for ambitious women, curiosity-led living, building a life you love, how to make friends as an adult, overcoming isolation, authentic showing up, expat experience, arts community, personal growth podcast for ambitious women

Briana Mascaro spent over a decade building a successful corporate career at a Fortune 100 company—loved the job, loved the people. But then a year-long psychology course, a colleague's sudden death, and her daughter's simple observation converged into a wake-up call she couldn't ignore. In this conversation, Briana walks you through the intentional, unglamorous work of preparing to change: the financial decisions that gave her freedom, the identity shifts she navigated, and the Release-Replace-Reinforce framework she now uses with her coaching clients.

Whether you're standing at the edge of a big change or already in the messy middle of one, this is a conversation about processing and navigating change in a ground way (not an-overly romanticized way.)

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Knowing you need to change and deciding to change are two different things. This episode talks about how to know it's time to chance, prepare for the change, and actually make the change.
• Listen for quiet alarms that you're out of alignment: Sunday scaries, numbness, losing patience with loved ones.
• Financial clarity will make the change less scary. Prepare by being honest about your numbers, and building a savings runway.
• When you change your life, you're releasing the old identity, replacing it with a new one, and reinforcing daily. Some people around you won't be willing to growth with you.
• Bravery is intentional and accountable, not impulsive. Set goals, build infrastructure, and hold yourself to the plan

"Knowing and deciding are two really different things. And that's where building that bridge is so critical." — Briana Mascaro

CONNECT WITH BRIANA

• Sophos Website https://teamsophos.com/
• On Linkedin
• On Instagram

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Topics: career change, personal development, saying no, work-life balance, coaching, happiness, self-discovery, overcoming fear, building confidence, entrepreneurship, mindset shifts, prioritizing self-care, professional growth, navigating transitions, emotional intelligence, creating boundaries, self-reflection, goal setting, financial planning, personal growth strategies, career pivots for ambitious women, quiet alarms and early warning signs, decision-making, leaving corporate, the messy middle, personal growth podcast for ambitious women, building a life you love

I spent the weekend covered in hives and still dragged myself to a 6am power yoga class in a 99-degree room with a tweaked arm. And I did not want to be there. Not even a little.

One thing I love about yoga is that if I can just get to my mat, the practice usually flows. Well, not this time. This time I got to my mat, and even by the end of class, I still did NOT want to be there. But even feeling completely resistant, I realized that just by showing up, by taking the time, prioritizing moving my body, I was taking care of myself. And I had to remind myself that even 50% is better than never showing up at all.

This episode is a real-time process of figuring out what I'm actually resisting, how to create space when everything in you wants to shut down, and why falling in love with the effort matters more than the outcome.

If you've ever had a day where even the easy tasks felt like too much, this one's for you.

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Topics: how to push through resistance, showing up when you don't want to, mindset on hard days, self-awareness for women, personal growth podcast for ambitious women, ambition and self-care, curiosity-led living, building a life you love

Kimberly Tara has saved her clients more than 15 million dollars in taxes, and she has seen the back end of more "7-figure businesses" than she can count. In this conversation, Teresa and Kimberly pull back the curtain on what flashy revenue screenshots leave out, what proactive tax strategy actually looks like for profitable business owners, and how Kimberly went from billing hourly and taking a one-week maternity leave to running a team of five while still making school drop-off and book fair with her four kids.

If you've ever felt behind because of someone else's claims on Instagram, this episode will change the way you read those numbers and the way you think about building your own.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• The difference between gross revenue and actual take-home profit, and why the income claims you see online leave out the most important numbers
• How switching from hourly billing to value-based pricing was the first move Kimberly made to stop trading time for dollars (and what to try if you don't know where to start)
• Kimberly's three P's: Profit, Plugging Leaks, and Proactive Tax Strategy. Her practical framework for keeping more of what you earn
• What "the other side" actually looks like when you build a business that doesn't solely depend on you, and why you have to define that finish line for yourself
• Why letting go of control might be the most underrated form of business and personal growth

"I choose that hard because that's the hard that's worth choosing." — Kimberly Tara

Connect with Kimberly

• Website: www.taracpafirm.com
• Instagram: @kimberlytaracpa

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• Leave a review on Apple or Spotify Podcasts. Reviews are the biggest thank-you, and reviews help ambitious women find the show.
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Topics: building a profitable business, proactive tax strategy for entrepreneurs, female founders and burnout, revenue vs. profit, how to stop trading time for dollars, personal growth for ambitious women, curiosity-led living, high achiever burnout

Angel is a business coach, community builder, and founder of Brighter Side Society — a global community for high-achieving women built around the idea that the right people, and the right systems, can change everything. She's also the founder of the Charleston Wine & Food Festival, host of the Never Stop Dreaming Biggie podcast, and co-creator of the Homestead Hideaway, a purpose-driven retreat and bar concept coming to the Caribbean. This conversation explores what it actually takes to build a community that lasts, why most of us are wasting time on the wrong things, and what it looks like to keep evolving without burning your life to the ground.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Your village and your inner circle can serve completely different purposes. Knowing which is which is what makes both sustainable, and keeps you from resenting either one.

Community without rules isn't a community. If all the weight falls on one or two people, it will collapse the moment they step back. Structure is what makes it last.

You don't have to burn it down to evolve. Most of what you need for your next chapter is already in what you've already built. Start there.

Audit your time before you try to optimize it. Most of us are filling hours with busy work that feels productive but isn't moving the needle on what actually matters.

Your big thing will come when it's ready. Angel spent decades doing events before she could finally teach others to do the same — and the timing was exactly right.

"I'm not burning it down. I'm building on what I've already done." — Angel Holmes

CONNECT WITH ANGEL HOLMES

• Instagram: @angelpholmes | @thebrightersidesociety | @neverstopdreamingbiggie | @theholmesteadhideaway
• Join the Weekly Scoop Newsletter
• Listen to the Never Stop Dreaming Biggie Podcast

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• Join the Becoming Obsessed Playground, the weekly email for curiosity-led women building a life they love.
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• Leave a review on Apple or Spotify Podcasts. Reviews are the biggest thank-you, and reviews help ambitious women find the show.
• Website: teresaajean.com

Topics: women's community building, intentional community for ambitious women, time management for female entrepreneurs, building without starting over, purpose-driven entrepreneurship, personal growth for ambitious women, curiosity-led living

Because I wouldn't be. And I wasn't, even after crying in a coffee shop on a "first date" with a new friend.

In this solo episode, I'm exploring and celebrating my own growth around working through emotions in real time. For the first 20+ years of my life, I would bottle up my emotions, until one small trigger, and I'd have a full emotion breakdown. There was no in-between. Now? I can let tears roll in the middle of a conversation with a woman I just met, and walk away feeling more connected to her, not mortified.

If you're the woman who won't let herself cry, especially not in public, especially not in front of a stranger, this episode is for you. I'm talking about why tears are not a sign of weakness, what is actually happening in your body when you bottle emotions instead of releasing them, and the middle ground between "stoic and tough" and "complete meltdown."

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Crying in front of someone often deepens the relationship, not damages it.
• Bottled emotions do not disappear, they stack.
• A middle ground exists between "stoic and tough" and "complete meltdown." It took me 20 years to find it, and I'm still learning how to navigate my emotions.
• Letting your guard down is the practice of trusting yourself to handle whatever emotions come up in real time, without making the tears mean something about your worth or your character.

"We can let the tears roll down our face in the middle of a conversation with somebody we don't know. And it doesn't mean the world is ending." - Teresa Stastny

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Topics: how to stop bottling up emotions, crying in public, emotional regulation for women, nervous system regulation, vulnerable connection, ambition and self-care, personal growth podcast for ambitious women, curiosity-led living

What if every argument, stuck decision, and frustrating relationship was actually a mirror showing you exactly what needs to change internally? Mindset coach Stephanie Kaplan, who works with tech founders on the inner game of leadership, joins Teresa to unpack why every decision you make is emotional (even the ones you swear are logical), how to rewire the limiting beliefs running your life, and the practice of being so internally obsessed with yourself that you become the greatest thing since sliced bread. If you've been doing the outer work and wondering why nothing feels different, this is your episode.

Takeaways:

• The concept of life as a mirror reflects our inner beliefs and emotions, guiding us towards self-discovery.
• Emotions are inherently neutral and require expression; it takes merely ninety seconds to process them effectively.
• Recognizing one's value is vital; we must articulate our worth to ourselves to be perceived positively by others.
• The importance of reframing our narratives: shifting from a mindset of loss to one of gain can transform our experiences and decisions.

Connect with Stephanie:

• Visit Stephanie's website at stephkaplan.com
• Follow Stephanie on Instagram @stephbode
• Subscribe to The Inner Report on Substack at stephaniekaplan.substack.com

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This episode mentions: mindset coaching, emotional mastery, tech founders, personal development, self-discovery, burnout prevention, inner work, emotional intelligence, leadership development, neuroscience in business, entrepreneurship, self-awareness, life as a mirror, decision-making skills, achieving balance, overcoming limiting beliefs, personal growth strategies, self-compassion, community building, cultivating joy

If you've ever landed in a new city and realized the hardest part of solo travel isn't the logistics but the loneliness, this conversation is for you. Liz walked away from her engagement in November 2024, spent the next year digital nomading through 12 countries, and then, in a single half-hour at an airport lounge, had the quiet nudge that became RoamCircle. We get into the origin story, what it actually looks like to live a double life (corporate marketing job by day, founder by morning/night/weekend), why she books business class on purpose, and how to rest without guilt when you're building something you're obsessed with.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

- You don't need more time, you need more ownership. Your capacity grows with what you choose to build, not what you passively survive.

- Community while traveling can be hard to find and the infrastructure for authentic female friendship on the road has been missing until now.

- Self-sacrifice has an expiration date when you're building toward a life you love. Living a double life can only last so long.

- You can't ask for what you've never seen. Sometimes you need to enter different rooms, or airplane cabins, to see your options differently.

- Hormones, energy, and creativity aren't linear and neither is your timeline. Resting without guilt is a founder skill.

"One thing that you never hear millionaires say is that they're busy. As you start to make more decisions and build something, your capacity grows, it's not constricting. You actually find more time." — Liz Rivas

CONNECT WITH LIZ RIVAS

Instagram: @roamcircleapp

Website: roamcircle.app

RoamCircle, live in 12 cities and growing

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Topics: solo female travel, digital nomad community, women entrepreneurs, building a startup while working full time, authentic female friendship, curiosity-led living, personal growth podcast for ambitious women, life design

Olivia is the founder of Current Design Studio, co-founder of The Studio Co, and host of the Behind the Design podcast. She walks us through the messy middle of entrepreneurship: quitting her marketing job at 24, scaling her agency to $20K projects, and the data-driven pricing shifts that helped her clients more than double their revenue without a single new lead.

We also get into the bigger pivot: relocating her family to North Carolina against everyone's advice, training for a marathon at 4:30 a.m. while her two little kids are still asleep, and what it actually looks like to trust the quiet nudge that won't leave your brain... even when the current version of your life is "good enough." If you're feeling stuck in a business or a life that technically works but doesn't feel like yours, this one's for you.

Key takeaways:

• How to price your services like a studio owner instead of a freelancer — and why the subtle shift in positioning, not undercharging, is what unlocks premium clients
• The data-driven audit to run on your offer suite and lead sources before you "post more on Instagram," start a podcast, or add another funnel
• Why the quiet nudge that won't leave your brain — the move, the pivot, the new offer — is data in itself, and worth following even when every person around you disagrees
• How to make decisions from your next-level self, using Olivia's favorite reframe: goals aren't a place to get to, they're a place to come from
• What it actually looks like to build a business (and train for a marathon) around a full life with two little kids — not the other way around

Connect with Olivia Austin:

• Follow Olivia on Instagram @byoliviaaustin
• Explore Current Design Studio at currentdesignstudio.com
• Learn about The Studio Co and their masterminds and courses for brand and website designers
• Listen to her podcast: Behind the Design

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• Join the Becoming Obsessed Playground weekly email for curiosity-led women building a life they love.
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On this episode we cover: pricing for creatives, data-driven business decisions, women entrepreneurs, female founders, pivoting in business, intuition-led decisions, curiosity-led living, personal growth podcast for ambitious women

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TIn this episode: why community is a verb (not your customer list), what's quietly shifting about the seven-figure goal, and how to use AI without letting it intensify the "you should do more" voice, with Annie Mosbacher, Chief Growth Officer at Dubsado.

A month before this episode, I was at Dubsado's headquarters for their Partnership Collaboration Day, and Annie said something I scribbled in my notebook the second it left her mouth: community is a verb. That line set the tone for this whole conversation.

We get into Annie's wildly windy path from classical singer to tech executive, why Dubsado pours real money into being in community with their users, what we both heard from small business owners about quietly opting out of the seven-figure dream, and how AI is intensifying the pressure to do more, faster, better... and how to find your own path. If you've been wondering whether you're "ambitious enough" lately, this one's for you.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• The end goal isn't seven figures — it's a business that lets you live a life you love. Plenty of women in that Dubsado room are choosing to stay at $500K with one VA, on purpose.
• Community is reciprocal. If your "community" is just your customer list, it's a noun — and nouns go passive fast. Being in community is active, ongoing, and a little inconvenient on purpose.
• AI is intensifying the voice that says you should be doing more.
• Career pivots aren't reckless leaps. They're inflection points where the right question is: where can I make a bigger impact next? You can take the leap responsibly — savings, side hustles, a soft place to land — and still call it brave.
• You can't be a tourist in your community. You have to be a villager.

"Community can't exist if it's a one-sided relationship. It has to be reciprocal." — Annie Mosbacher

Connect with Annie Mosbacher

• Follow Annie on Instagram @anniemosbacher
• Keep up with Dubsado on Instagram @dubsado
• Connect with Annie on LinkedIn
• Explore Dubsado at dubsado.com

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Topics: how to build brand community, community as a verb, rethinking seven figures, sustainable small business, women entrepreneurs, AI and small business, ambition and self-care, curiosity-led living, personal growth podcast for ambitious women, Dubsado.

I'm also getting a little philosophical about the society we live in, who benefits when we stop relying on each other, and what we'd build if we could start from scratch.

This one's for anyone who's been craving more — more depth, more togetherness, more of what actually matters.

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In this solo episode, I'm getting real about turning 30, ego death, and what happens when you finally question the stories you've been telling yourself for years. I'm sharing the moment I decided to take off the "business owner" identity — not to stop building or creating, but to stop letting that label define me. I'm stepping into my artist era, ditching the systems and strategies, and giving myself full permission to just play.

If you've ever felt trapped inside the lines you didn't even know you were coloring in, this one's for you.

Also — I'm launching 30 Acts of Little Rebellion, a 30-day email series with one small daily reminder that your life is yours to play with. Get the details at teresaajean.com/rebel

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In this episode, I’m sharing the advice I’ve been giving myself this season: you’ve already done enough. From setting boundaries around your time to acknowledging the work you’ve already put in, I’ll walk you through how I’ve approached the new year in a way that feels intentional, authentic, and free from the constant pressure of “more.”

Whether you’re reflecting, planning, or just trying to keep up, this episode will help you redefine what “enough” looks like for you in 2025. Plus, I’m spilling the details on some of the exciting things coming to BOP this year—including our first in-person event!

Take a deep breath—you’ve got this. ✨

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This will be the last Becoming Obsessed episode of 2025 - but I’ll be back with some fresh and exciting ideas first thing in 2026, that I am so excited to share with you all. In the meantime, you can keep up with me and my journey with Creative Law Shop here. Talk soon!

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Tiffany Napper, a business consultant, keynote speaker, and resilience advocate who helps founders grow wildly profitable businesses without burnout, shares her journey from PR powerhouse (working with icons like Elton John and Disney) to trusted advisor for six- and seven-figure companies, and opens up about loss, resilience, and her mission to help women thrive with both ambition and ease. You'll hear about her unique lifestyle (living on a yacht!), her "Soft CEO Era," and practical ways to lead, rest, and build a business that feels good from the inside out.

Connect with Tiffany Napper

• Instagram @tiffanynapper
• Explore Tiffany’s Website & Get Her Free Resiliency Guide
• Yacht Club 2025

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In this solo episode, I’m getting real and a little vulnerable about the pressures we face around appearance, body image, and the constant noise from social media. I’m sharing my journey of letting go of perfection, embracing the messy, and focusing on living a life I truly love (even if my toenails aren’t painted and my outfit isn’t “Instagram perfect”).

If you’ve ever felt the weight of unrealistic standards or found yourself stressing over things that don’t really matter, you’re not alone. I hope this episode makes you feel seen, supported, and a little less obsessed with what doesn’t serve you.

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Shana is a former university English professor turned Embody Writing Coach, founder of Synergy Publishing Group, and an ICF and Body Mind Methods certified coach. In this episode, Shana shares her journey from academia to coaching, and reveals how writing can be a powerful tool for self-connection, healing, and sharing your voice with the world.

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• @theshana_v on Instagram
• Writing is Not That Hard Workshop & Book
• Synergy Publishing Group

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Connect with Angela McKay

1. Follow @angelamckayllc on Instagram
2. Keep up with Angela on Linkedin
3. Explore Angela’s Website

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Jen shares her journey from building a powerhouse wellness brand to creating a business and life that truly light her up. We get into what it means to pursue growth, the realities behind the highlight reel, and how women can embrace abundance, leadership, and self-care on their own terms.

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• Follow @becomingiconic on Instagram
• Keep up with @iconicmagazine__ on Instagram
• Listen to The Iconic Podcast

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Jack is the co-founder and CEO of Grapple, the world's first do-it-yourself data platform. He shares his journey from launching Grapple, to practices that help him stay balanced and productive. We discuss the importance of creating space for creativity, the ins and outs of building a startup, and living a life rooted in self-discovery and connection.

Connect with Jack Sellwood

• Explore the Grapple Website!
• Explore Jack’s Personal Website
• Follow Jack on Instagram @jackonawalk

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In this solo episode, I am breaking down my what my itinerary looks like; From Rome, to Sicily, Milan, and more! While I’ll have have a full schedule, I’m still leaving room for spontaneous adventures and prioritizing slowing down.

I'll also share my strategies for staying on budget and making the most of this trip. Your recommendations for hidden gems, thrifting spots, and must-visit restaurants are my secret weapons. So tune in, share your tips, and embark on this Italian adventure with me!

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Sam is a serial entrepreneur, digital nomad, and the voice behind the Freedom Lifestyle podcast. Sam shares her journey from small-town Canada to traveling the world, building a business that supports her freedom, and helping others launch and grow their own podcasts. We talk about cultivating community as a digital nomad, the realities of entrepreneurship, and how to stay aligned with your values while building a life you love.

Connect with Sam Laliberte

• Pod Squad Program
• @sam.laliberte on Instagram
• Explore Sam’s YouTube
• Freedom Lifestyle podcast

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In this episode of the Becoming Obsessed Podcast, we dive into self-care and functional medicine with Dr. Taylor Smeenk, founder and CEO of Empact Wellness.

Taylor shares her journey from dealing with personal injuries and illnesses to starting her own clinic. She explains the principles of functional medicine, its focus on identifying root causes of health issues, and offers advice on advocating for yourself in the healthcare system.

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Explore Taylor’s Website | Empact Wellness

@ drtaylorsmeenk | @empactwellness

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In this episode of the Becoming Obsessed Podcast, we dive deep into cultural identity, belonging, and building a life that’s truly yours—no matter where in the world you land.

Teresa is joined by Urmi Hossain: a self-published author, speaker, blogger, financial services professional, and global citizen. Born in Italy, raised with Bengali roots, and now based in Montreal, Urmi shares her story of navigating multiple cultures, embracing her voice, and stepping into empowerment.

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In this episode of Becoming Obsessed, we’re diving into soulful branding, reclaiming your creative identity, and integrating your fullest self into your business with brand artist and coach Emily Jane Sarroff. Emily blends strategy and psychology with creative expression to help entrepreneurs build brands that are both powerful and personal.

We talk about:

• How to build a brand that feels like you (instead of what you think you should say online)

• Reconnecting with the creative side you may have buried in the pursuit of “success”

• Signs and symptoms that something in your business is out of alignment

• Why embodiment—not aesthetics—is the key to magnetism

• The journey of letting go of shoulds and becoming who you really are

Whether you’re a coach, a creator, or someone who’s just tired of playing a version of themselves online, this episode will challenge you to shed the shoulds, own your artistry, and become obsessed with your business again.

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In this episode, I’m joined by certified life coach, voiceover artist, and SAG-AFTRA performer Maddie McGuire for a wildly honest convo on reclaiming your creativity and giving yourself permission to get a little messy.

We talk about the pressure to “make it,” the moments that make you want to quit, and what happens when you finally let go of the need for everything to be productive. From building a career in the entertainment industry to launching her podcast Get Messy with Maddie, Maddie shares how she’s learning to create from a place of joy—not fear—and how that one shift changed everything.

If you've ever felt stuck, stifled, or burnt out from trying to get it “right,” this one’s for you.

What We Talk About:
✨ What it really means to create without an outcome
🌀 Trusting your process—even in the chaos
🎭 Building a career as a multi-passionate creative
🧠 Learning how to stop waiting for permission
🎙 Launching a podcast just because you wanted to
🌊 Finding calm through play, routine, and creative rituals

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Have you ever felt like your body was trying to tell you something—before your brain could catch up?

In this solo episode, we’re getting real about the signals we ignore, the symptoms we dismiss, and the quiet (or sometimes loud) ways our intuition, dreams, and daily behaviors are waving red flags.

From anxiety dreams and chronic complaining to that constant sense of exhaustion, this episode is an invitation to check in with yourself—and be radically honest about what needs to shift.

If you’ve ever woken up thinking, Is something off here?, this one’s for you.

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Feeling like you missed your shot—or that you need to wait for the “perfect” moment? In this solo episode, Teresa invites you to sit with two powerful, maybe even uncomfortable, thoughts: It’s never too late. And the timeline doesn’t exist.

From sweating it out in her car to unpacking societal pressures on women, Teresa dives into the unspoken expectations that keep us stuck—and how reframing time can open the door to creative flow, feminine energy, and finally giving yourself permission to begin.

Whether you’re at a crossroads, waiting for clarity, or secretly dreaming about starting something new, this one’s for you.

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What if the key to becoming a thought leader isn’t producing more content but creating more space to think?

This week, I’m joined by Trudi Lebron: author of The Anti-Racist Business Book, founder of the Institute for Equity Centered Coaching, and the brilliant mind behind the Working Hypothesis newsletter. Trudi shares how she’s intentionally rebuilt her business to center creativity, capacity, and community. And what happens when you start playing with your ideas instead of monetizing them too soon.

We talk about:

• How it's impossible to develop an idea when you're already trying to sell it

• How “idea days” and enrichment practices can fuel your work (and life)

• What it means to scale in a way that actually fits your life

• Gen Y as the “last free generation” and why freedom still matters

• Syncing your work with your body instead of burning out

This one’s for the thinkers, builders, and creatives who want more space to become who they are.

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Interior designer and brand strategist Katie Breidenbach is here to talk about how your physical space can shape your creativity, energy, and mental clarity. From staging a penthouse on a whim (and accidentally landing her biggest client yet) to reclaiming a dark basement as a safe cocoon during a hard season, Katie shares how she uses design to support the life she wants to live—and helps others do the same.

In this episode, we talk about:
✨ Why your closet might reveal more about your mental state than you think
✨ The Faces Behind the Spaces movement and designing beyond aesthetics
✨ The real difference between a beautiful room and a meaningful one
✨ How to declutter with purpose and reclaim your space during transitions
✨ What Omaha + Phoenix are getting right (and wrong) when it comes to design, community, and sober social options

We also nerd out on the psychology of space, ADHD piles, and how intentional design could transform everything from your living room to psychedelic therapy clinics.

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In this solo episode, Teresa unpacks the difference between being a business owner and being a true thinker or creative. From Trudy LeBron’s thought leadership to the origin story of OpenAI, this one is a love letter to the dreamers who crave depth, not just deliverables.

We’re talking:

• Why monetizing too early can limit your best ideas

• The difference between emotional burnout and overwork

• Building a body of work vs. chasing one perfect piece

• The tension between legacy and virality

• How to get obsessed with the journey, not the polished outcome

Whether you're a creator, founder, or just someone who thinks too deeply for your own good—this one's for you.

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Also craving a plot-twist in your life?

In this episode, I’m joined by Keri-Anne, a somatic clarity coach and the brilliant mind behind the Daring to Suck Framework. We dive deep into what it means to connect with your intuition, and find radical acceptance in your most inconvenient feelings.

We talk about why so many of us high-achievers struggle to make bold changes until we’re pushed off the cliff—and how to instead build trust with yourself, so you can make your own leap. Keri-Anne shares her own story of loss, rage, and healing (yes, there’s a rage story involving thrifted figurines and a flamethrower metaphor), and what it really looks like to “facilitate your own plot twist.”

If you’ve ever felt like something in your life needs to change but you can’t quite name what—or if you’re simply tired of intellectualizing your feelings—this one’s for you.

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We’ve all seen the shiny version of transformation online—but what about the gooey part? In this episode, executive coach and author Rachel Burr joins Teresa to talk about the real (and often unfiltered) truth about change. From ditching the linear path to leaving behind old armor, this conversation goes deep into the messy middle of growth, how to know when it’s time to step off the boat, and why play is essential for doing the work that matters.

Whether you’re navigating burnout, feeling stuck, or just trying to bring more whimsy and joy into your everyday life, this one’s for you.

Current Obsessions:

• Butterfly Goo: The Down and Dirty Truth About Transformation
• Films to be Buried With podcast with Brett Goldstein
• Rhino-in-a-bathtub sculpture
•  Humor, Seriously: Why Humor Is a Secret Weapon in Business and Life (And how anyone can harness it. Even you.) 
• Play: How it Shapes the Brain, Opens the Imagination, and Invigorates the Soul

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Website - https://catamentum.com/

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From untangling old habits rooted in seeking attention to fully embracing connection with strangers and soft joy, this one is about the quiet power of listening to your intuition, even when your brain is busy questioning every step.

It’s a vulnerable one—and a reminder that sometimes following the nudge is the point.

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What does it look like to become obsessed with... a city? A mission? A data set? This week, I’m talking with Nate Watson, CEO of Contemporary Analysis and Executive Chair of the Omaha Data Science Academy, who’s not just helping companies use AI and data—he’s helping Omaha reimagine what’s possible.

We get into:

• how Nate went from rock-obsessed geologist to sales guy to data-driven CEO,
• why he’s betting big on Omaha’s future,
• and how he’s helping businesses of every size get smarter with data.

We also talk about balance, burnout, and what self-care looks like when your obsession fuels everything you do.

And yes, we get nerdy about Omaha’s restaurant scene, childhood adventures, and the power of painting by numbers. You’ll walk away inspired to take your vision further—and make sure your obsession leaves an impact.

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This week, we’re talking with Josi Garfield—founder of Branch Out Social—about how she helps nonprofits amplify their work without burning out. From volunteering in hospice care to managing content calendars, Josi shares how staying grounded in service (and setting strong boundaries with your phone) can help you build a business you actually want to wake up to.

We talk about the difference between nonprofit and for-profit marketing, the emotional side of social media, and what self-care really looks like when you're in it for the long haul.

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In this solo episode, I bring you on a real-time walk (literally) through the contradictions that shape our ambition, growth, and rest. From resisting the pressure to be constantly improving, to wondering if EFT tapping might be the missing piece to becoming my best self. It’s human. It’s messy. And it might be the most honest conversation you’ve had all week.

This isn’t a how-to guide. There’s no secret formula. Just a voice note from a curious, grace-filled human to another.

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We chat about:
✸ Creating joy in the “in between” seasons
✸ Making a life list that includes the simple and the spectacular
✸ Rewriting the narratives we tell ourselves (and where those came from)
✸ How words hold power—and how to use that power for good

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Have you ever felt one foot in, one foot out of your city—or your friendships?
That’s exactly where Jasmine McCain found herself before launching Camp OMA, a new space for women in Omaha to try new things and make real friendships in the process. In our first-ever live audience podcast episode, Jasmine and I sat down to talk about what it really takes to become a “girl’s girl,” why we’ve both been learning to show up for other women and how doing things you’re bad at might be the very thing that changes everything.

We talk about the loneliness epidemic, growing community on purpose, and how decentralizing men helped both of us deepen our friendships. And of course, we get into the ideas behind Camp OMA and the Becoming Obsessed Playground.

You’ll hear us talk about:

• Why Jasmine launched Camp OMA and the real life season that sparked it
• How doing things “you’re bad at” can help you unlock joy + confidence
• What it means to be a girl’s girl—and how to become one, even if it doesn’t come naturally
• Building a community that makes you want to stay

This episode will remind you that it’s never too late to show up, reach out, or find your people.

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Play isn’t just for kids — and creatives especially need regular doses of unproductive, silly fun to fuel their best work.

Creative coach and former magazine editor Sheryl Garratt is here to shake up the way you think about productivity, rest, and the myth of doing it all. From adult play dates to redefining success on your terms, Sheryl shares how play fuels creativity, why creative work doesn’t always look like work, and how setting your own boundaries (and sticking to them) is the ultimate creative power move.

If you’ve been stuck in the perfectionism trap or wondering why work feels like your whole personality lately, this episode is your reminder that play isn’t optional — it’s essential.

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Teresa is pulling back the curtain on what it really looks like to trust the messy, beautiful process of building something you believe in — even when you have no idea where it’s going.

From falling (literally) down a ski slope to launching the first-ever Becoming Obsessed Live event, this conversation is all about embracing the unglamorous first attempts, letting your creative path unfold in real time, and finally celebrating yourself along the way.

✨ Teresa shares:

• How learning to ski became a crash course in self-trust and resilience
• The mindset shifts that come from doing things you’re bad at — and why it’s essential for growth
• What it really feels like to receive public praise… and the withdrawal that hits after it fades
• Why the slow unfolding of Becoming Obsessed is a lesson in feminine energy, patience, and surrender

Whether you’re chasing a bold dream, figuring it out as you go, or just need a reminder that you’re allowed to celebrate yourself, this episode is your permission slip to play, pause, and honor every messy, magical step of your own Becoming Obsessed journey.

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This is hands-down one of the most real, raw, and vulnerable conversations we’ve had on BOP.

Tina Bakehouse takes us through her journey of hitting rock bottom with burnout, rediscovering herself through solo travel (Bali, anyone?), and leaning into play as a tool for healing and creativity.

She opens up about what it’s like to unlearn perfectionism, come out later in life, consciously uncouple after 20 years of marriage, and rebuild her life in a way that feels truly her. We talk about how storytelling is one of the most powerful ways we connect with others—and how that connection starts with being honest with yourself first.

We get into:
✨ How burnout can actually be the beginning of finding yourself
✨ Why play is a non-negotiable (especially for high-achievers)
✨ Solo travel, Bali magic, and those “aha” moments away from home
✨ Owning your truth—even when it changes everything
✨ The secret to magnetic communication (it’s not what you think)

This one’s a full-on heart conversation. If you’re feeling stuck, disconnected, or just need a reminder that you can reclaim your story at any point, this is it.

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I’m diving into why actively spending time with yourself matters now if you want to wake up decades from now still loving the life you’ve built. We’re talking about:
💡 How small, daily choices build long-term trust with yourself
🌿 Why solitude is the key to understanding what you actually want
🤔 Breaking down long-held assumptions about who you are and what you love
👣 My muddy solo hike (literally) and why I’m embracing the idea of “dating myself”

If you’ve ever felt stuck in an identity you didn’t question, or if you want to start tuning into what truly lights you up, this episode is for you. Let’s get obsessed with building a life we love—starting today.

🎧 Listen now and let’s chat: How are you making space for yourself?

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💃 Sandy shares:
✅ How to add more play into your daily life (yes, even when you’re “too busy”)
✅ Why confidence starts with embracing who you are—flaws, quirks, and all
✅ The power of saying YES to life and stepping into new opportunities
✅ How dancing, laughter, and spontaneity can help you break free from stress

This episode is your permission slip to stop waiting for joy and start creating it right now! Whether you’re a CEO, a creative, or someone just trying to enjoy life more—Sandy’s energy will inspire you to own your magic and have fun doing it.

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Heidi DeCoux has built and sold multiple businesses, including a 7-figure exit, by mastering efficiency, outsourcing, and AI-driven systems. But it wasn’t always easy. From bootstrapping her first business to launching a tech startup, she’s had to rethink how to scale without burnout.

In this conversation, we dive into how small optimizations in business and life create massive results, why outsourcing isn’t a luxury but a growth strategy, and what AI means for the future of entrepreneurship.

Inside This Episode:

✔️ How a housekeeper at 25 changed Heidi’s entire business mindset
✔️ The biggest outsourcing mistake entrepreneurs make (and how to avoid it)
✔️ How her new AI-powered tool, Cashflowy.ai, is eliminating the need for bookkeepers
✔️ The mental shift from solopreneur to tech founder
✔️ Why getting in the right rooms changes how big you think

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We’re talking:

• Why your brain works like an algorithm (and how to hack it)
• The power of surrounding yourself with the right influences
• My own journey with shifting what I consume (hello, Great British Bake Off!)
• Simple ways to audit your inputs and start making intentional changes today

Plus, I’m giving you a sneak peek into the Becoming Obsessed with Play party happening in March—think puzzles, poems, and letting go of perfection. 🎉

Hit play and let’s talk about how to take control of your life—one small change at a time.

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Ryann shares her transformative journey from burnout to building a life of alignment and authenticity. Together, they explore:

How to honor your values without sacrificing excellence

Why quitting can be the most aligned choice you’ll ever make

The role of mindset in shaping your reality and success

Practical steps to stop self-abandonment and start living for YOU

How to shift focus from negativity and step into empowered decision-making

Through raw, unfiltered conversation, this episode challenges the narratives that keep us stuck in hustle culture and provides actionable strategies to align your life and work with what truly matters.

If you’ve ever felt out of sync with your ambitions or wondered how to create a life that feels as good as it looks, this episode is for you.

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As a mental health coach specializing in subconscious change and inner transformation, Shannon shares practical tools for shifting from stress and survival to clarity and thriving.

✨ Learn the power of visualization to map out the life you want.

✨ Discover Psych-K, a rapid method for rewriting limiting beliefs.

✨ Identify mental traps like perfectionism and control—and how to overcome them.

✨ Use simple tools to regulate stress and create emotional freedom in minutes a day.

This isn’t about chasing perfection. It’s about breaking free of what’s holding you back and building the future you deserve—one intentional moment at a time. Whether you’re ready to unlock your dream life or simply seeking ways to feel more grounded, this episode will leave you inspired to take the next bold step.

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In this episode, I’m sharing the advice I’ve been giving myself this season: you’ve already done enough. From setting boundaries around your time to acknowledging the work you’ve already put in, I’ll walk you through how I’ve approached the new year in a way that feels intentional, authentic, and free from the constant pressure of “more.”

Whether you’re reflecting, planning, or just trying to keep up, this episode will help you redefine what “enough” looks like for you in 2025. Plus, I’m spilling the details on some of the exciting things coming to BOP this year—including our first in-person event!

Take a deep breath—you’ve got this. ✨

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If you could spend fewer hours working, what would you do with that extra time?

In this episode, we're exploring the idea of optimizing our lives—not just for efficiency but for meaning.

From balancing work and downtime to rediscovering the joy of doing things with our hands (hello, wrapping Christmas presents!), we’re diving deep into the spaces we create when we intentionally shift our energy.

I’m sharing my own struggles with filling free time, how I’ve let streaming and distractions take over, and why I’m focusing on being present in 2025.

Spoiler: My new word for the year is play.

Let’s reimagine how we use our time and reflect on what truly lights us up.

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In this episode of Becoming Obsessed, Teresa Stastny dives deep into the magic of girlhood—not just as a stage of life, but as a mindset that celebrates lightheartedness, curiosity, and play. Reflecting on her journey of learning to take the pressure off and live more playfully, Teresa invites you to imagine life as a playground where mistakes are just “oops, girl” moments and every step forward is made with wonder.

From makeshift charcuterie dinners to a renewed sense of creativity, Teresa shares how embracing her inner child has transformed the way she approaches challenges, relationships, and work. She explores the power of feminine energy—not tied to gender but to receiving, resting, and imagining possibilities—and how it contrasts with the controlling, action-oriented mindset we often default to.

You’ll hear about how this playful perspective has been a game-changer in her personal life and work, and why “playing” doesn’t mean you’re not taking life seriously—it means you’re creating it with love, joy, and authenticity.

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In this episode of Becoming Obsessed, we’re diving into the intersection of leadership, ambition, and wellness. Jennifer DiMotta, founder of Uprisors, shares her transformative insights from leading high-growth teams in major corporations to coaching emerging leaders on how to thrive personally and professionally.

If you’ve ever felt torn between chasing big goals and maintaining balance, this conversation is for you. We explore actionable strategies for building empowering cultures, managing stress, and leading with authenticity—all while staying true to yourself.

Whether you're leading a team or crafting your own path, Jennifer's story will leave you inspired to grow boldly without sacrificing what matters most.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The secrets to fostering a thriving team culture in high-pressure environments.
• How to balance ambition with self-care to prevent burnout.
• Why managing stress is essential for great leadership—and how to do it.
• The role of transparency, accountability, and inclusivity in leadership success.
• Jennifer’s personal journey of health transformation and its impact on her leadership style.

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• Uprisors
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I've gone from wedding photographer to virtual assistant to fractional CMO and agency owner. Now, I'm exploring the path of building an app - and it's a whole different ball game!

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Megan Hale is the founder and Megan Hale Co. and Dream Money - where she is helping coaches, healers, authors & speakers scale multiple six-figure companies.

Megan gets real about her journey from 10-year business owner to baby FinTech Founder. We also cover:

• Why you should meet with your money everyday
• Megan’s "Dream Money Framework" includes defining “good, better, best” financial goals
• Financial fluidity—having a financial buffer for evolving dreams and unexpected opportunities
• Why it's so important for women to get intimate with their money, in life and business

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Well, if you're Alyssa Kropp, you decide you never want to leave your value in someone else’s hands again.

In this episode, Alyssa shares how she turned an unexpected layoff into a launching pad for creating her own sales consulting and leadership coaching business, The Casslo Group. From doubting herself to redefining success and betting on her own skills, Alyssa gets real about the mental and emotional hurdles she faced along the way.

We dive into:

1. Trusting the Timing and Taking Action: Alyssa’s story proves that even when life knocks you down, it might just be setting you up for something greater.
2. Redefining Success: She reveals how her definition of success has shifted from titles and paychecks to freedom, fulfillment, and spending time with her family.
3. The Power of Community: From building her network in Omaha to supporting new managers, Alyssa’s commitment to people-first leadership is a reminder that success is never a solo journey.

If you’ve ever found yourself wondering if you should keep going, this episode is for you. Alyssa’s story is living proof that sometimes the best thing you can do is just not quit.

Tune in for a real, raw, and empowering conversation about turning the hard stuff into the foundation of your success.

Connect with Alyssa:

https://casslogroup.com/

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Current Obsessions:

Alyssa’s Netflix Obsession: Nobody Wants This – The ultimate feel-good show

Teresa’s Favorite Show: Ted Lasso – The perfect comfort watch

Book Mention: Winning the War in Your Mind by Craig Groeschel

Omaha Food Obsession: Clio – Teresa’s latest must-visit Mediterranean spot in downtown Omaha

Connect with Teresa:

⁠⁠@teresaajean⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠@becomingobsessedpod⁠

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We’re talking about the why behind this journey, and how self-care, ambition, and purpose can constantly shift and grow.

Teresa opens up about her own ever-changing motivations, driven by her desire to live a life she loves while inspiring others to do the same. She touches on how self-love is more than just a personal act—it’s an act of rebellion against a world that thrives on burnout and negativity. This episode is a call for you to get obsessed with your life, to embrace the messiness of ambition, and to understand that your why doesn’t have to be static. It can evolve with you, as long as the goal is the same: to live a life that feels good—on your terms.

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⁠⁠@teresaajean⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠@becomingobsessedpod⁠

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Today’s guest, Olivia Zugay, founder of StoryFlow Solutions, is here to remind you that the zigzag path is often the one that leads to success. In this episode, Olivia shares how she embraced her winding career journey—moving from animal sciences to publishing—and overcame imposter syndrome to build a thriving business.

We talk about why it’s okay (and often necessary) to take unconventional paths, how to build a personal brand that reflects your authentic self, and the importance of sharing your story to connect with others. Whether you’re building a business, pivoting careers, or just figuring out your next steps, this conversation will inspire you to own your journey and trust that every experience has value.

Plus, don’t miss our rapid-fire round where Olivia shares her current obsessions—including cozy fall routines and her favorite ways to wind down after a busy day!

Connect with Olivia: ⁠storyflowsolutions.com⁠
Instagram: ⁠@storyflowsolutions⁠
⁠Download her guide to choosing the right publishing path⁠

Current Obsessions:

• Practical Magic Series - Olivia’s current fall reading obsession, a fiction series full of magical realism by Alice Hoffman. Start with The Rules of Magic (prequel) or Practical Magic itself.
• The Library Book by Susan Orlean – A nonfiction book about the 1986 fire that destroyed the Los Angeles Public Library and the broader history of libraries in America.
• Color Me Happy App – A digital paint-by-number app that Olivia uses to relax during cozy evenings.
• Darling Desi on YouTube – Olivia recommends this channel for fall starter packs and cozy content, including movie and book recommendations for the autumn season.

Connect with Teresa:

⁠@teresaajean⁠ | ⁠@becomingobsessedpod

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Have you ever dreamed of taking an entire month off from work? Well, today's guest, Hannah Allen, made it happen—twice! In this episode, Hannah, owner of Hannah Allen Studios, shares how she strategically planned her time away while still managing a successful business. We talk about the challenges of stepping away from client work, the importance of setting boundaries, and how to get your mind to stop thinking about work 24/7.

Hannah and I also dive into the realities of running a business that supports your life, rather than consumes it. She even reveals her secret to easing back into work mode after a long break (hint: it’s all about giving yourself grace). Whether you’re dreaming of your own sabbatical or just need tips on balancing business and life, this conversation will inspire you to rethink what’s possible.

Plus, don’t miss the fun rapid-fire segment where we find out what Hannah’s currently obsessed with—including her favorite food, TV shows, and why she scrolls Zillow like TikTok!

Connect with Hannah:

hannahallenstudio.com

outsourcingwithlove.com

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Current Obsessions:

@coneflowercreamery

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@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

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Today’s guest, Sami Hartong, gets it.

Sami is the Marketing Director for Omaha Fashion Week, Co-Founder of Swap Omaha, and Co-Founder of ShowHaus - a brand new platform to shop local designers.

In this episode, she shares her journey from the traditional pre-med route to fighting her imposter syndrome and finding her way in fashion—and how she’s now unapologetically living life on her terms.

Sami’s passion for sustainable fashion, holistic health, and living an authentic life is truly inspiring, and she’s here to remind you that just 'showing up' is the first step to living a life worth OBSESSING over.

Connect with Sami

@samihartonggg

@swapomaha_

@shopshowhaus | shopshowhaus.com

@omahafashionweek | Omaha Fashion Week

Current Obsessions

• the_unfinished_archive - Omaha Sustainable Designer
• nuevintage - Omaha Local Designer
• Benson First Friday - Omaha Artist Market
• Take Back Bag - recycle your used clothing and materials
• The True Cost - a free documentary on the true cost of your $5 shirt
• Fashionopolis: The Price of Fast Fashion and the Future of Clothes by Dana Thomas
• Toxic Charity by Bob Lupton

Resources

• Repurposing Medication to keep Intellectual Property

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@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

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In today's episode of Becoming Obsessed, we dive into the hidden secrets of streamlining your business to make it as easy as 1, 2, 3 for potential clients to say "Yes!" From sharing practical examples on reducing approval times for educators to providing exact pathways for corporate budget approvals, I'm sharing the importance of clear and actionable steps to enhance your conversion rates.

Join us to uncover how small tweaks can bring about monumental changes and help you create a business that gives you more time, freedom, and a life you’re obsessed with! Don’t miss out on these valuable insights that can elevate your business and personal growth.

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If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck in the constant cycle of work, and need space to breathe again, I’ve got two simple strategies to help you reclaim your mental energy and focus.

We’re diving into:

~ Recognizing Work Overwhelm and Feeling Stuck

~ The Power of Simplified To-Do Lists

~ Finding Rejuvenation in Nature and Taking Breaks

~ Shifting the Story You Tell Yourself

Connect with Teresa

⁠@teresaajean⁠ | ⁠@becomingobsessedpod⁠

Current Obsessions

~⁠ Orbiting the Giant Hairball by Gordon MacKenzie

~⁠ 4 Hour Work Week by Tim Ferriss Did we just become best friends??

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I'm taking you through the three key signs that you're STUCK and need to make a change - and what you can do about it.

Whether you're questioning your relationship, your job, or just the direction your life is heading, this episode is your guide to recognizing when it’s time to make a change.

So, if you’re ready to stop settling for good and start chasing greatness, this episode is for you.

Let’s talk about choosing your hard, trusting your intuition, and making those tough decisions that lead to a life that truly feels right for you. Hit play now and start your journey to living life on your own terms.

Connect with Teresa

@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

Current Obsessions

~ Listen to Ashley Brasseaux on the Becoming Obsessed Podcast

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Jennifer talks about her extensive work designing costumes for theatre companies like Nebraska Shakespeare Festival and Angels Theatre Company, and her creative collections for Omaha Fashion Week. She also discusses her passion for storytelling and community engagement, particularly through her Golden Rod Anecdotal Society.

Jennifer explains how the supportive Omaha community fosters collaboration across different sectors, and she shares her unique journey from theatre to fashion. We discuss her recent and upcoming projects, including her nostalgic '80s-inspired collection for Omaha Fashion Week, and her innovative approach to combining knitting techniques with childhood memories. Jennifer also provides insights into her roles in the startup world, including coaching entrepreneurs on effective storytelling. Don’t miss out on this incredible episode!

Connect with Jennifer:

@jennylizzpool | LinkedIn

Connect with Teresa:

@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

Our Current Obsessions:

~ Omaha Fashion Week

~ Goldenrod Anecdotalist Society

~ Bluebarn Theatre in Omaha

~ Angels Theatre Company in Lincoln

~ Bitch: (Perception. Reality. Execution)

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed: 3 Things You Can Do to Realign Yourself in Your Current Season of Life

~ Hero of a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell

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And if you’re in a season of your life where you feel like you may need a little assistance, I would love to help! Schedule a free 15-Minute call with me here.

Connect with Teresa:

@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

Our Current Obsessions:

~ On Purpose with Jay Shetty— Rick Rubin ON: Why Unconventional Methods Lead to Success & The Secret to Genuinely Love What You Do

~ The Bossbabe Podcast

~ Listen to Becoming Iconic with Jennifer Szpigiel

~ Listen to The Mind Your Business Podcast with James Wedmore

~ The Creative ACT: A Way of Being by Rick Rubin

~ Think Like a Monk: Train Your Mind for Peace and Purpose Every Day by Jay Shetty

Can we be friends?

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On this solo episode, we’re talking about:

~ My journey from virtual assistant to business coach

~ Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs: consider working within an existing business

~ The challenges and rewards of transitioning into entrepreneurship

~ Tips for gaining experience and learning diverse aspects of running a business

~ The importance of flexibility and a growth mindset in entrepreneurship

Connect with Teresa:

@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

Our Current Obsessions:

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed: Resilience v. Quitting with Attorney Paige Hulse

Can we be friends?

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On this solo episode, we’re talking about:

~ Leaning into Vulnerability and Self-Care

~ Identifying Your Limits

~ Feeling Like You Need to Prove Yourself

~ Trusting Your Capability

Connect with Teresa:

@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

Our Current Obsessions:

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed: You Need to Take a Break From Work | Breaking the Cycle of Overworking + Finding Balance

Can we be friends?

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Hollei shares her journey on how she transitioned from a corporate career to running her own successful business, Hollei Anne Design Co. Hollei talks about how she has been able to balance motherhood while continuing to run her business, and the importance of community and delegation. We discuss where Hollei draws her inspiration from, how she deals with creative blocks, and she shares some of the latest design trends and where she finds them!

Connect with Hollei Anne:

@holleianne | holleiannedesignco.com

Connect with Teresa:

@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

Our Current Obsessions:

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed: Prioritizing Your Work Around Rest and Visualizing the Journey (not just the destination)

~ Bucketlist Bombshells: Scale With Purpose Mastermind

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed: Seeking Financial and Time Freedom with Shay Brown: Ditch Hustle Culture, Find Your Work-Life Balance, and Live Your Life With Freedom

~ James Wedmore- The Mind Your Business Podcast

~ TrendBible

~ WGSN

~ Etsy

~ Pinterest

~ HoneyBook

~ The Productivity Project by Chris Bailey

~ Fruit Riot

Can we be friends?

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In this solo episode, I share my personal story of overworking and the measures I am actively taking to pull myself out of that endless cycle. From understanding the importance of scheduling breaks to retraining the mind to think beyond work, I dive into practical steps to help you regain control and begin to find balance in your life again!

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@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

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Charity has been buzzing in the media all year, having launched her podcast Only in Your Dreams and published her first book We Did THAT! A Black History Children’s Activity Book. Charity is a passionate storyteller and advocate for diverse narratives. She shares how she pivoted from a desire to start a YouTube channel in 2016 to producing a podcast in 2024. We explore her deep commitment to media literacy, her TEDx talk on the subject, and the pivotal experiences that shaped her career. Charity also speaks about the sacrifices involved in chasing dreams, the importance of community support, and how her new book fosters identity formation among children.

Connect with Charity Barton:

@cboriginal.llc | cboriginal.com | Only In Your Dreams Podcast

Connect with Teresa:

@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

Our Current Obsessions:

~ We Did THAT! A Black History Children’s Activity Book

~ How to Fix Your Unhealthiest Relationship | Charity Barton | TEDxUTulsa

~ Listen to Only In Your Dreams Podcast: Q+A Session: How to Transition, How to Dream and Biggest Life Skill Acquired

~ Listen to Only In Your Dreams Podcast: Turning Detours into Destinations

~ Watch Girlfriends on Netflix

Can we be friends?

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Phia shares her exciting vision and journey of creating a communal living and creative space in Omaha. Phia talks about the challenges and rewards of creating a supportive community space, her approach to dealing with life's messiness, and the importance of intimate and vulnerable connections. We also discuss Phia’s passion for photography and how it allows her to connect with others, and “love things a little closer.”

This episode is a reminder of the value of living in the moment and the beauty of fostering a creative and supportive environment.

Connect with Phia:

@and_anne | www.hereyouare.space

Connect with Teresa:

@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

Our Current Obsessions:

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed: Prioritizing Your Work Around Rest and Visualizing the Journey (not just the destination)

~ Watch Couples Therapy on Paramount +

~ Autobiography in Five Chapters by Portia Nelson

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed: Giving Yourself Permission to Follow Your Dreams with Brooke Lehman

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed: Are You Living on Autopilot? + Andrea Joy on Living a Life Obsessed

~ Amplify Arts in Omaha

Can we be friends?

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On this solo episode, we're talking about:

Learning That It’s Ok to Care About Work

Finding a Work-Life Balance that Works Best for You

Burnout and How to Incorporate Rest and Recovery into Your Schedule

Connect with Teresa:

@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

Our Current Obsessions:

~Listen to Becoming Obsessed: Prioritizing Your Work Around Rest and Visualizing the Journey (not just the destination)

~Listen to Becoming Obsessed: Resilience v. Quitting with Attorney Paige Hulse

Can we be friends?

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On this solo episode, we're talking about:

Visualizing the first step -not just the end game

Building rest and recovery into your work schedule

Identifying your North Star, so you know you're always on the right path

Connect with Teresa:

@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

Our Current Obsessions:

~ Bucketlist Bombshells: Scale With Purpose Mastermind

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed: Seeking Financial and Time Freedom with Shay Brown: Ditch Hustle Culture, Find Your Work-Life Balance, and Live Your Life With Freedom

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed: Content with Prassède Kemp | Finding Your Strengths, Embracing Your Niche, and Becoming an Embodied Content Creator

Can we be friends?

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Kadie shares her journey from aspiring to work in publishing to establishing her own agency, the story behind the name Drop Cap Design, and the challenges and rewards of living as a digital nomad.

We discuss the importance of balancing work with the joy of experiencing new cultures, the transition to entrepreneurship, and the journey of creating a life and business that aligns with your values and passions.

Kadie is truly an inspiration and offers valuable insights from branding strategies to travel!

Connect with Kadie Smith:

@dropcapdesign | dropcapdesign.com

Connect with Teresa:

@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

Our Current Obsessions:

~ Shanna Skidmore — Turn Your Business Dreams into Reality!

~ Cultivate What Matters: 90-Day PowerSheets Goal Planner

Are You Ready To Become Obsessed With Your Life?

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Prassède shares insights from her decade-long experience in content creation, coaching, and mentoring over 200 entrepreneurs and business owners. She emphasizes the importance of choosing content platforms that align with your strengths and interests, and feeling good about the content that you’re putting out.

We discuss the necessity of shedding 'shoulds', finding joy in content creation, and working with your strengths to foster genuine engagement and results. Prassède also introduces the four core pillars of her 'Untapped Creator' program, designed to help people overcome common barriers in content creation and marketing.

Prassède is a wealth of knowledge and this episode is reminder of the value in finding balance in work and life.

Connect with Prassède Kemp:

@numinous.creative | numinouscreative.com

Connect with Teresa:

@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

Our Current Obsessions:

~ Bucketlist Bombshells: Scale With Purpose Mastermind

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed: Seeking Financial and Time Freedom with Shay Brown: Ditch Hustle Culture, Find Your Work-Life Balance, and Live Your Life With Freedom

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed: Photographer-Turned-Business Coach Emily Steward on Finding Connections and the “Why” of Your Life

~ Ryze Mushroom Coffee

~ Armra Colostrum

~ Listen to EXPANDED Podcast by To Be Magnetic

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I'm so excited to be back for Season 2 of BOP! This season on Becoming Obsessed, I’m diving deep into the concept of shedding your “shoulds” and focusing on what truly matters in life. Together, we’ll explore what it means to live authentically, while managing stress and expectations, and finding joy in the journey, despite life's messiness.

I talk about the challenges of balancing a multifaceted life, including professional ambitions, personal growth, health, and relationships. I'm getting extra vulnerable and sharing my personal struggles with managing expectations and the societal push towards 'more', and what I’m doing to achieve a fulfilling life.

So whether your year has been a little messy, or if it's going exactly according to plan, I invite you to join me for season two of Becoming Obsessed. We’ve got this!

Connect with Teresa:

@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

Our Current Obsessions:

~ Check out the Bucketlist Bombshells!

~ Cultivate What Matters: 90-Day PowerSheets Goal Planner

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Throughout this season, I’ve learned a lot and made a lot of discoveries of what I want my life to look like. From embracing what quitting looks like to building a community, my life is pivoting and I want to take the Becoming Obsessed podcast with me.

In season 2, I’m going to dive deeper into the concept of what “enough” is, what it means to live a full and fulfilled life, and focus on the eight areas of life, including community, family, finances, fun and recreation, health and wellness, home and spaces, spiritual and personal growth, and work and learning.

Thank you for following along with Season 1- I am SO excited to share Season 2 with you! Until then - let’s go get obsessed!

Connect with Teresa:

@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

Our Current Obsessions:

~Listen to Becoming Obsessed with Your Life: Creating a Life Worth Obsessing Over & Discovering What “Enough” Means to You

~Bucket List Bombshells

~Cultivate What Matters: PowerSheets Intentional Goal Planner

In this episode, we dive deep into the topic of quitting. I've compiled some of the best insights and conversations from the past 17 episodes where I often ask my guests the question: When is it time to quit?

Join me as we explore a variety of perspectives on what quitting looks like. From finding harmony and alignment in life to quitting social media and careers for the sake of mental health and well-being, we cover it all. We'll also discuss the importance of listening to your intuition, checking in with yourself, and understanding when it's time to prioritize your joy.

TIMESTAMPS:

02:59 - 06:07 - Andrea Joy: Finding Harmony & Alignment in Life

07:21 - 08:28 - Eric Guerrero: “I Can’t Quit” & Supporting Your Support System

09:13 - 12:28 - Joel O’Rourke: Quitting Social Media & His Career to Save His Mental Health and Wellbeing

13:09 - 14:36 - Sara Rothschild: “Quitting Would Be Easier But I Would Be Miserable”

15:52 - 16:53 - Blake Harris: Learn How NOT to Quit & Giving Up Something You Love for Something You Love More

17:52 - 20:07 - Karina Glennon: How to Get In Tune with Your Intuition

20:13 - 22:22 - Shay Brown: Checking in With Yourself & Permission to Not Be Hard on Yourself When Your Vision Changes

23:04 - 25:35 - Ashley Brasseaux: When Your Effort Isn’t Making a Difference & Quitting a Marriage

27:13 - 29:46 - Emily Steward: Learning to Outsource

30:20 - 33:24 - Paige Hulse: What Happens When You DON’T Quit & Life Might Make You

Connect with Teresa:

@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

Our Current Obsessions:

~ Listen to: Feminine as F*ck with Monica Yates

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed With Your Life: Are You Living Life on Autopilot? + Andrea Joy on Loving a Life Obsessed

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed With Your Life: Resilience v. Quitting with Attorney Paige

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed With Your Life: Photographer Eric Guerrero on Fatherhood, Content Creation, and The Life of an Artist

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed With Your Life: Chasing Your Curiosity with Joel O’Rourke

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed With Your Life: Finding Purpose from Your Passion with Blake Harris

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed With Your Life: Life as a Digital Nomad & Entrepreneur with Sara Rothschild

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed With Your Life: Learning to Love Yourself & Your Life with Karina Glennon

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed With Your Life: Seeking Financial and Time Freedom with Shay Brown: Ditch Hustle Culture, Find Your Work-Life Balance, and Live Your Life With Freedom

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed With Your Life: Photographer-Turned-Business Coach Emily Steward on Finding Connections and the “Why” of Your Life

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed With Your Life: Defining Personal Success and Scaling Your Business with Marketing & Launch Expert Ashley Brasseaux

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Kethro talks about his passion for music and the arts, and shines a light on the challenges of working to become an established artist. He shares his passion of supporting fellow artists on their creative journeys, and talks about the amazing opportunities that he has in his current residency at the 10 Forward Club in Omaha.

We cover the importance of listening to your mind and body when making decisions, following your intuition, and Kethro talks about his upcoming album and the journey that has led him to this point.

Kethro is a wealth of knowledge and this episode will leave you with the reminder that music truly has the power to bring people together.

Connect with Kethro:

@kethro | Bemis Center | 10 Forward Club

Connect with Teresa:

@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

Our Current Obsessions:

~ Electric Forest Music Festival

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Last week we talked about steps one and two of building a life you’re obsessed with, including: knowing you’re enough and identifying your “enough,” as well as finding a community of people who you can count on in the different seasons of your life.

In continuation from last week’s episode, we explore steps three and four, where we focus on defining success and abundance, and making the conscious decision to love ourselves and our lives.

I’ll also guide you through some exercises that will help you identify and visualize what a successful and abundant life looks like for you, so make sure to have a pencil and paper handy! Let’s get started!

Connect with Teresa:

@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

Our Current Obsessions:

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed With Your Life: Creating a Life Worth Obsessing Over & Discovering What "Enough" Means to You

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed With Your Life: Shedding Your Travel “Shoulds” & Discovering What You Actually Want Out Of Traveling

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed With Your Life: Seeking Financial and Time Freedom with Shay Brown: Ditch Hustle Culture, Find Your Work-Life Balance, and Live Your Life With Freedom

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In this episode I’m going to talk all about not only knowing that you are enough, but also how to discover what your “enough” is and how identifying this can really transform your mindset.

I’ll talk about the importance of taking the time to reflect on the past moments and accomplishments of your life that have brought you joy, the value of finding a community of people who you can count on, and really asking yourself what in your life brings you happiness.

I want you to leave this episode with the reminder of just how amazing you are, and that you deserve to live a life that you are obsessed with!

Connect with Teresa:

@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

Our Current Obsessions:

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed With Your Life: Chasing Your Curiosity with Joel O’Rourke

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed With Your Life: Giving Yourself Permission to Follow Your Dreams with Brooke Lehman

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed With Your Life: Defining Personal Success and Scaling Your Business with Marketing & Launch Expert Ashley Brasseaux

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Ashley talks about the journey of building and scaling the business you want and the importance of recognizing and celebrating the milestones along the way. We chat about the value of mindset, the idea of “failing to get better,” and believing that the skills that you already have are assets and something you can utilize.

Ashley shares valuable advice on defining your version of success, how to overcome challenges that you may face, and ultimately reminds you to keep working towards building the life that you desire for yourself. This episode will leave you feeling motivated and empowered to take action!

Connect with Ashley Brasseaux:

ashleybrasso.com | @ashleybrasso

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@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

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I talk about my experiences of both solo travel and traveling in groups, finding the balance between embracing adventure and seeking comfort, and the promise that no matter where you are, you will always have the opportunity to find companions to share memorable experiences with. Take this as your sign to let go of your "shoulds" that might be holding you back from following your dreams. Take it from me- it's worth it!

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@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

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Emily is a wedding and portrait photographer, as well as a business coach. Emily talks about the importance of being fully yourself as a business owner, so that your clients are comfortable to be their authentic selves, finding meaning in the small moments, and taking advantage of opportunities to meet and connect with others.

We'll talk about finding the beautiful, "1%" moments in life and asking yourself, what makes life worth living? Emily shares valuable advice on what she has done to take big steps forward in her life as a business owner, and how it is ok to ask for help. This episode is uplifting and reminds you to savor every moment, even the small ones.

Connect with Emily Steward:

emilysteward.com | @emily.steward

Connect with Teresa:

@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

Our Current Obsessions:

~ Huberman Lab Podcast: Controlling Your Dopamine For Motivation, Focus & Satisfaction

~ Teresa's Instagram: Adorable Wiener Dog Puppy

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Shay is one half of the Bucketlist Bombshell - a community for women who want to learn high-paying skills and create their own freedom. Shay shares the evolution of the Bucket List Bombshells' business from online courses to high-touch point services and coaching programs (like the one I'm in!).

We talk about how to adjust your mindset to avoid burn-out, as well as how to find your "why." Shay provides valuable advice on how to build a successful, service based business that leaves behind hustle culture and helps you find the work-life balance that you crave (Yes, it's possible!). This episode will leave you feeling inspired, ready to take on your goals, and appreciative of life in the now.

Connect with Shay Brown:

bucketlistbombshells.com | @bucketlistbombshells

Connect with Teresa:

@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod

Our Current Obsessions:

~ Bucketlist Bombshells: Scale With Purpose Mastermind Waitlist

~ Listen to: The Freedom-Filled Life Podcast Let's get in touch!

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To celebrate - I've got something special for you - my first solo episode! It was about time I share WHY I started the Becoming Obsessed Podcast - and a few things that have helped me build a life I love.

This episode is going to leave you with practical tips to start getting a little bit more obsessed with yourself because - take it from me - you're amazing.

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@teresaajean

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Connect with Megan Carr:

@slivinglikeparis

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Connect with Karina Glennon:

@karinaglennon

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Our Current Obsessions:

~ Becoming Obsessed: Life as a Digital Nomad & Entrepreneur with Sara Rothschild

~ Becoming Obsessed: Finding Purpose From Your Passion with Blake Harris

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Connect with Brooke Lehman:

@brookeshanae | brookeshanae.com | dwelldinner.com | @thingintheair

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Our Current Obsessions:

~ House of Beautiful Business Conference

~ Yon:Long-term Shared Living Space

~ Selina - Digital Nomad

~ London-Based Candle Maker: Earl of East

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Connect with Sara Rothschild:

https://www.solobossdesign.co | @sararose.travels | @solobossdesignco

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Our Current Obsessions:

~ SheMate

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Connect with Blake Harris:

https://www.skatefestomaha.com | @skatefestomaha |

@blakestakinpictures

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⁠@teresaajean⁠

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Our Current Obsessions:

~ Listen to Becoming Obsessed: Resilience v. Quitting with Attorney Paige Hulse

~ Read Spark Joy: An Illustrated Master Class on the Art of Organizing and Tidying Up by Marie Kondo

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@teresaajean on Instagram

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Connect with Eric Guerrero:

https://www.guerreromediagroup.com/ | @guerrero_media_group

Marissa's Website | Best Buds Dispensary

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Connect with Paige:

paigehulse.com | @thepaigehulse

Interested in Trademarking or have questions about Intellectual Property? Contact Paige’s firm at paigehulselaw.com and @paige.hulse.law

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Explore Paige’s passion for horsemanship at fairwaystables.com

Join Paige in supporting our special forces at specialforcessupportfund.com

Our Current Obsessions:

~ A Short History of Philosophy: From Ancient Greece to the Post-Modernist Era by Peter Gibson

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Question: are you building for now or the you in the future?

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Connect with Andrea Joy on Instagram

Share with me your current obsession with Teresa Jean at @becomingobsessedpod

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Welcome to Becoming Obsessed! Join me on this journey of self-discovery as we explore the healthy side of self-obsession. It's not about becoming narcissistic or putting yourself first at the cost of others. It's about recognizing who you are, who you're becoming, and all that you've accomplished, big and small. Don't miss "Becoming Obsessed" - the podcast that will inspire you to become your own biggest fan.

New episodes releasing every Friday | Launching September 1st ✨

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