In this episode of Just Enough To Be Dangerous, I sit down with my friend Kei to talk about pursuing higher education, navigating unexpected changes, and finding purpose in a career she never originally imagined for herself. What began as one plan eventually became another, leading her toward social work and a life shaped by new opportunities, new experiences, and a willingness to embrace the unexpected.

Together, we explore the courage it takes to change direction, the lessons that come from stepping into unfamiliar territory, and how some of life's greatest adventures begin when we're willing to let go of the idea that everything has to go according to plan.

If you've ever found yourself questioning your next step, wondering whether it's okay to pivot, or feeling pulled toward a path you never expected to take, this conversation is for you.

Because sometimes the most meaningful destinations aren't the ones we planned for. They're the ones we discover along the way.

Grab a drink and join us for another episode of Just Enough To Be Dangerous. 🎙️💜

Kei's Tiktok to follow her: https://www.tiktok.com/@kei_coconuttree?_r=1&_t=ZP-9AVMmfXq7FH

Intro/Outro Music provided by: Silly Intro by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com

In this episode of Just Enough To Be Dangerous, I sit down with Tara Kermiet, burnout strategist, leadership expert, and host of The Balanced Badass Podcast, to talk about ambition, burnout, career pivots, and learning to challenge the rules we didn't even realize we were following. [tarakermiet.com], [thebalance...sprout.com]

Like many high achievers, Tara spent years chasing success and doing everything she thought she was supposed to do. From earning advanced degrees to building an impressive career, things looked great on paper. But behind the scenes, burnout, anxiety, and exhaustion were telling a different story. [tarakermiet.com]

We talk about:

• The version of success she was taught to chase
• How she recognized burnout in her own life
• The beliefs she had to challenge about work and achievement
• Building a business around helping others avoid the same mistakes
• Why so many women keep talking themselves out of what they really want
• What she's learned about trusting herself and starting before she's ready

As always, this conversation isn't really about burnout.

It's about becoming.

It's about questioning the stories we've been handed and deciding whether they still fit.

And it's about what becomes possible when regular people stop waiting until they have all the answers and start listening to the ideas that won't leave them alone.

Grab a drink and join us for Episode ___ of Just Enough To Be Dangerous. 💜

Find Tara at all the places!

• https://tarakermiet.com/
• https://stan.store/tarakermiet
• The Balanced Badass Podcast®

Find Tara on the socials- which is how I found her :)

• https://www.instagram.com/tarakermiet/
• https://www.tiktok.com/@tarakermiet
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarakermiet/
• https://www.youtube.com/@TaraKermiet

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In this episode of Just Enough To Be Dangerous, I sit down with Sara D, a photographer and wedding officiant whose career path looked very different from where she eventually landed.

What started as a chance opportunity slowly became a passion, and eventually a business built around capturing some of life's most important moments. As door after door opened, Sara found herself moving further away from the corporate world and closer to work that felt meaningful, creative, and deeply connected to people.

We talk about trusting your instincts, recognizing opportunities when they appear, and learning to follow a path that doesn't always make sense on paper.

If you've ever wondered whether you're supposed to stay on the path you're on or if there's something else waiting for you, Sara's story is a reminder that sometimes the universe has a way of nudging us toward exactly where we're meant to be.

Grab a drink and join us for a conversation about creativity, courage, love stories, and what happens when you stop ignoring the open door in front of you. 🎙️💜

saradoescher.myportfolio.com/work

IG: https://www.tiktok.com/@sdoescherphoto?_r=1&_t=ZP-99CBXMe2Twl

Tiktok: https://saradoescher.myportfolio.com/work

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In this episode of Just Enough To Be Dangerous, I sit down with Sandy Trayner of Shrubology to talk about how an unexpected discovery led her down a path she never saw coming.

What started as curiosity about shrubs, a handcrafted drinking vinegar often used in cocktails and mocktails, eventually turned into a thriving business. But this conversation isn't really about shrubs. It's about paying attention to the ideas that won't leave you alone, trusting yourself enough to take the next step, and learning as you go.

We talk about what it took to get started, the fears that nearly stopped her, the lessons she learned along the way, and why not everyone has to understand your vision for it to be worth pursuing.

If you've ever had an idea you couldn't stop thinking about, this episode is for you.

Because sometimes the most interesting things happen when ordinary people get curious and decide to see where an idea can lead.

Grab a drink and join us for Episode 2 of Just Enough To Be Dangerous.

Check out Sandy on Instagram @Shrubology and make sure to check out her website : https://shrubologybev.com/

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In this episode of Just Enough To Be Dangerous, we're sitting down with the ladies behind Bluegrass Women's Retreats to talk about building a retreat designed to help women step away from the noise, reconnect with themselves, and finally understand the wisdom their bodies have been trying to share all along. [bluegrassw...treats.com]

We dive into the story behind the retreat, the leap it took to bring it to life, and why they believe women deserve spaces that go beyond surface-level self-care.

Attendees can experience a full day of learning, healing, and embodiment through:

• Pelvic Floor Education & Corrective Breathwork
• Fascia Flossing
• Somatic Breathwork
• Sound Therapy
• Qi Gong & Herbal Education
• Tantra & Intimacy Work
• Community, Connection, and Intentional Healing Practices [bluegrassw...treats.com]

We also talk about the VIP experience, which includes private sessions with practitioners, pre- and post-event assessments, exclusive bonuses, and additional opportunities to dive deeper into your personal healing journey. [bluegrassw...treats.com]

If you've been feeling disconnected from your body, exhausted from doing all the things, or simply curious about what it might feel like to truly come home to yourself, this conversation is for you.

Tickets are limited, and based on the response these retreats have received, spots tend to fill quickly. [bluegrassw...treats.com]

Grab a drink and join us for a conversation about courage, connection, healing, and what happens when women stop waiting for permission to prioritize themselves.

Learn more about Bluegrass Women's Retreats and upcoming retreat opportunities at their website or social media page https://www.instagram.com/bluegrasswomensretreats/

Event held at https://www.instagram.com/maybeitsfatesocial/ on Oct 24th- VIP Tickets available!

https://www.instagram.com/mombellyfitness/

https://www.instagram.com/272_bsb/

https://www.instagram.com/lounaturalhealth/