In this episode of Put It in a Bubble, we explore the power of your inner voice and how the way you speak to yourself shapes your confidence, decisions, and growth.

Negative self-talk can keep you stuck in doubt, hesitation, and fear. But when you begin to shift your inner dialogue, even slightly you create space for confidence, resilience, and forward movement.

This episode breaks down the difference between negative and supportive self-talk, how your inner voice is formed, and simple ways to begin reshaping it in your everyday life.

Because the goal isn’t perfection—it’s learning how to speak to yourself in a way that helps you grow.

In This Episode We Talk About

• How your inner voice shapes your daily experiences

• The difference between negative and supportive self-talk

• Why negative thoughts feel stronger and more automatic

• How small shifts in language can change your mindset

• The power of adding the word “yet”

• Using affirmations in simple, real-life ways

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In this episode of Put It in a Bubble, we explore the power of small wins and why incremental change is one of the most effective ways to build momentum in your life. When we learn to recognize small progress, motivation grows, confidence builds, and the path forward begins to feel possible again.

Small changes may not look impressive in the moment, but they accumulate over time and can transform the direction of your life.

You’ll learn why big changes often fail, how small actions reduce mental resistance, and how recognizing daily progress can help you build lasting habits.

If you’ve ever felt discouraged because progress feels slow, this episode will remind you that every step forward matters.

In This Episode We Talk About

• Why people often overlook progress

• The power of incremental change

• Why small changes are easier for the brain to accept

• The science behind habit formation

• How small wins build momentum and motivation

• Simple ways to begin recognizing progress in your daily life

Examples of Small Wins

Small wins can be incredibly simple, such as:

• Drinking more water

• Writing down your goals

• Taking a short walk

• Organizing one small area of your workspace

• Turning off notifications to focus on your work

These small steps may seem minor in the moment, but over time they create powerful momentum.

Reflection Questions

• What small win did I experience today?

• Where in my life am I overlooking progress?

• What small step can I take today that moves me forward?

• How can I celebrate effort instead of waiting for perfect results?

Final Thought

Progress doesn’t always happen in big dramatic moments.

Most growth happens quietly through small actions repeated over time.

When the journey feels slow, remember that small wins are the building blocks of lasting change.

When life feels heavy, overwhelming, or uncertain…

Put it in a bubble. 🫧

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In this episode of Put It in a Bubble, we talk about something that almost everyone experiences but rarely talks about openly: how to begin again without shame.

Falling off track doesn’t erase your progress, and it doesn’t mean you failed. The real growth comes from learning how to return with compassion, flexibility, and a willingness to start small.

This episode explores why consistency isn’t always perfect, why shame keeps us stuck longer than necessary, and how gentle steps forward can rebuild momentum.

Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is simply decide to begin again.

In This Episode We Talk About

• Why progress rarely happens in a perfectly straight line

• The hidden shame that prevents people from restarting

• Why falling off track is a normal part of growth

• How to return to your goals without overwhelming yourself

• The power of starting smaller than before

• Reconnecting with the reason something mattered to you in the first place

Gentle Steps to Get Back on Track

If you’ve stepped away from something that mattered to you, try this:

• Start smaller than you were before

• Focus only on the next step, not the entire journey

• Let go of the pressure to “catch up”

• Reconnect with your original reason for starting

Momentum returns through small actions, not perfect ones.

Reflection Questions

• Is there something I’ve been avoiding restarting?

• What small step could I take today to return to it?

• What pressure or expectations might I need to release?

• How can I approach this with more compassion toward myself?

Final Thought

You don’t have to fix yesterday.

You only have to begin again today.

Returning matters more than never stopping.

If this episode resonated with you, consider sharing it with someone who might need the reminder that starting again is always possible.

And remember… when life feels heavy, overwhelming, or stuck—

Put it in a bubble. 🫧

A rigid mindset keeps us stuck in fear, perfectionism, and all-or-nothing thinking. A flexible mindset opens the door to growth, resilience, and possibility.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

1. What a flexible mindset actually is (and what it’s not)
2. How rigid thinking increases stress and self-doubt
3. Why adding the word “yet” can change your perspective
4. How to reframe failure into learning
5. Practical steps to build mental flexibility daily
6. Reflection questions to strengthen your adaptability

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or frustrated because things aren’t going “according to plan,” this episode will gently guide you toward a new way of thinking.

Because success isn’t about perfection, it’s about persistence and adaptability.

🫧 When rigid thinking feels heavy… put it in a bubble.

Reflection Questions

1. Where in my life am I thinking in black and white?
2. What outcome am I gripping too tightly?
3. How can I reframe one recent setback into a lesson?
4. What would change if I added the word “yet” to my self-talk?

Do you ever leave a conversation feeling drained — even when nothing dramatic happened?

In this episode, Marilyn explores the difference between empathy and emotional absorption, and how many of us quietly carry other people’s stress, moods, and expectations without realizing it. From the pressure to be the “strong one” to seeking validation in everyday life and on social media, this conversation helps listeners recognize what truly belongs to them — and what doesn’t.

Through reflection, writing, and a gentle Bubble Method practice, this episode offers permission to care deeply without being consumed.

In This Episode, You’ll Hear About:

1. The difference between empathy and emotional absorption
2. Why certain roles (caregiver, leader, parent, “strong friend”) increase emotional load
3. How validation and social pressure contribute to overextending yourself
4. The subtle ways we seek approval at the cost of our own wellbeing
5. A Bubble practice for returning emotional weight to where it belongs
6. A simple writing exercise to sort what’s yours to hold

Key Reminders

1. You can care without carrying.
2. You can support without absorbing.
3. You don’t need constant validation to justify your boundaries.
4. Your nervous system needs safety — not applause.

Reflection Questions

1. Whose emotions am I managing without realizing it?
2. Do I feel steady inside myself — or am I adjusting for approval?
3. What expectations am I carrying that aren’t mine?

This episode helps listeners recognize warning signals in relationships, understand controlling and manipulative behaviors, and learn how to trust their internal cues without rushing into decisions. The focus is on patterns, impact, and emotional safety — not labels or blame.

In This Episode, You’ll Hear About:

1. Why “red flags” are better understood as signals
2. What healthy relationships typically feel like
3. Common signs of controlling behavior
4. Subtle forms of emotional manipulation
5. How guilt and confusion show up in unhealthy dynamics
6. A gentle Bubble Method check-in for relationships

Reflection Questions:

1. How do I feel before, during, and after time with this person?
2. Do I feel more like myself — or less — in this relationship?
3. Am I choosing freely, or adjusting to avoid consequences?

Listener Reminder:

Someone can love you and still not be healthy for you.

You don’t have to label or decide anything today — noticing is enough.

How This Episode Can Help:

This conversation is meant to support awareness, self-trust, and emotional clarity. It is not about diagnosing or assigning blame, but about helping you understand what feels safe, respectful, and sustainable in your relationships.

#PutItInABubble #HealthyRelationships #EmotionalBoundaries #RelationshipAwareness #SelfTrust #EmotionalWellbeing

Support & Resources

If this episode raised concerns or questions about a relationship, confidential support is available:

1. National Domestic Violence Hotline
2. Call or text 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) | thehotline.org
3. Love Is Respect
4. Text LOVEIS to 22522 | loveisrespect.org
5. RAINN
6. rainn.org

Support can be quiet, confidential, and taken at your own pace.

If you’ve ever avoided boundaries because you didn’t want to disappoint others or create conflict, this episode offers a calmer, more sustainable approach.

In This Episode, You’ll Hear About:

1. Why boundaries often feel uncomfortable or “harsh”
2. The difference between walls and healthy boundaries
3. How unclear boundaries lead to resentment and burnout
4. Recognizing where you’re stretching past your capacity
5. Quiet, compassionate ways to protect your energy

Reflection Questions:

1. Where in my life do I feel most drained right now?
2. What am I giving too much of without realizing it?
3. What small boundary could support me this week?

Listener Reminder:

Boundaries don’t make you difficult.

They make you sustainable.

This episode offers permission to slow down, protect yourself from burnout decisions, and recognize when rest, not action is the most responsible next step.

In This Episode, You’ll Hear About:

1. What emotional decision fatigue really looks like
2. Why tired minds struggle with clarity
3. The difference between urgency and pressure
4. How to pause decisions without avoiding responsibility
5. Simple questions to guide choices when energy is low

Reflection Questions:

1. What decisions feel heavy right now?
2. Which choices can wait until I feel more rested?
3. What would it look like to pause without guilt?

Listener Reminder:

You don’t have to decide everything today.

Clarity comes more easily when you’re rested.

This conversation is about removing the emotional mask, recognizing the difference between privacy and pretending, and learning language that protects your energy while staying true to yourself.

In This Episode, You’ll Hear About:

1. Why we feel pressure to appear “okay”
2. How minimizing your feelings adds to emotional exhaustion
3. The difference between being private and pretending
4. Gentle ways to be honest without opening heavy conversations
5. A simple writing practice to release internal pressure

Reflection Questions:

1. Where do I feel pressure to be okay?
2. Who do I automatically reassure instead of myself?
3. What might it feel like to answer honestly — even quietly?

Listener Reminder:

You don’t owe anyone a performance of wellness.

Being honest doesn’t have to be loud to be real.

This conversation isn’t about fixing or pushing through. It’s about slowing down, sorting what you’re carrying, and creating space to breathe. Through a gentle bubble practice and simple reflection, listeners are invited to notice what truly needs their attention — and what can be set down, even temporarily.

In This Episode, You’ll Hear About:

1. What emotional overload really looks like
2. Why feeling overwhelmed is not a personal failure
3. How emotional weight builds over time
4. A simple bubble practice to sort what you’re carrying
5. Writing as a tool to release pressure without solving everything

Reflection Questions:

1. What feels heaviest for me right now?
2. What am I carrying that can wait?
3. What doesn’t actually belong to me to carry?

Listener Reminder:

Feeling overwhelmed doesn’t mean you’re incapable.

It means you’ve been capable for a long time without enough space to rest.

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You’ll learn gentle, practical ways to calm your nervous system, including how writing things down can help your mind feel safe enough to rest. This episode is about softening, not fixing — and giving yourself permission to slow down without pressure.

In This Episode, You’ll Hear About:

1. Why racing thoughts often show up when things finally get quiet
2. The connection between a busy mind and an overloaded nervous system
3. Why calming the body matters more than controlling thoughts
4. How writing things down helps reduce mental overload
5. Simple ways to give your mind a place to rest

Practices Shared in This Episode:

1. A gentle breathing and grounding exercise
2. The “mental parking lot” writing practice
3. Using the Bubble Method to contain looping thoughts
4. Letting go of the need to solve everything at once

Reflection Questions:

1. When does my mind tend to get the loudest?
2. What might my body need in those moments?
3. What can safely wait until tomorrow?

Listener Reminder:

A racing mind doesn’t mean you’re failing at rest.

It usually means you’ve been carrying more than you realize.

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This episode is about slowing down, releasing expectations, and giving yourself permission to begin where you are. Through reflection and a calming bubble practice, Marilyn encourages listeners to notice what they’re carrying into the new year and decide — without judgment — what truly belongs with them right now.

This is not about reinvention.

It’s about intention, clarity, and breathing room.

In This Episode, You’ll Hear About:

1. The pressure that often comes with a new year
2. Why you don’t need to reinvent yourself to move forward
3. How to notice emotional and mental weight without fixing it
4. A gentle New Year Bubble practice for reflection
5. Starting the year with clarity instead of overwhelm

Reflection Questions:

1. What am I still carrying from last year?
2. What feels heavy that may not belong to me anymore?
3. What would feel supportive right now?

Listener Reminder:

You don’t have to rush into this year.

You don’t have to have it all figured out.

A gentle start is still a powerful start.

Connect & Learn More:

🌐 Website: www.PutItInABubble.com

🎧 Subscribe & Listen on your favorite podcast platform

Hashtags:

#PutItInABubble #GentleStart #NewYearMindset #EmotionalWellness #IntentionalLiving #MindsetSupport #Season3

What You’ll Learn

• A simple 3-step framework: Notice → Name → Negotiate
• Word-for-word scripts for time, money, food/body talk, travel, hosting, hot topics, and last-minute requests
• Micro-boundaries that prevent overwhelm (calendar buffers, two-yes rule, “leave while happy”)
• A quick Guilt Detox reframe to stop second-guessing
• A 5-minute Holiday Non-Negotiables exercise you can repeat all season

Links & Free Resource

• Free One-Pager: Holiday Boundary Script Sheet — copy/paste scripts, plus the Non-Negotiables template.
• Share this episode with a friend who needs permission to choose peace over perfection.

Follow & Connect

• Subscribe to Put It in a Bubble for weekly mindset tools.
• Connect with Marilyn on social for episode updates and prompts.

#PutItInABubble #HolidayBoundaries #MindfulLiving #StressLess #MentalWellness #PositiveMindset #SimplifyTheSeason

Through honest reflection and gentle guidance, Marilyn reminds listeners that it’s okay if the holidays look different this year. She shares ways to set boundaries, honor your emotions, find small moments of peace, and create new meaning when old traditions feel heavy.

If the holidays stir up more stress than sparkle, this episode offers a comforting space to breathe, reflect, and rediscover what truly matters.

Key Takeaways:

• It’s okay if the holidays don’t feel “merry.” You’re not alone.
• Lowering expectations can make space for genuine peace.
• Grief and joy can coexist — and that’s part of being human.
• Boundaries protect your energy and peace of mind.
• Find your own meaning this season, even if it looks different than before.

Quote from the Episode:

“Peace doesn’t come from the perfect table setting or the right playlist. It comes from within from giving yourself permission to be exactly where you are.”

In a world that never seems to slow down, taking time to pause can feel impossible — or even wrong. But what if the moments of stillness you resist are the very ones that bring you peace, clarity, and strength?

In this episode, Marilyn dives deep into the power of the pause the sacred space between the doing and the being. Through personal reflection and motivational insight, she explores how rest can become your greatest source of renewal, how slowing down can actually move you forward, and why peace isn’t found in the noise… but in the quiet in between.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or disconnected, this episode will help you breathe again.

In this episode, we’ll talk about:

• Why we glorify being “busy” and how it drains our peace
• How pausing can shift your perspective and restore balance
• The difference between rest and avoidance
• Simple ways to create intentional moments of stillness in your day
• How to redefine productivity through presence and peace

Takeaway:

You don’t have to earn your rest or prove your worth through exhaustion. The world won’t fall apart if you slow down and you might just find the clarity you’ve been searching for when you do.

Remember:

When life gets loud, put it in a bubble, take a breath, and let it go.

✨ Listen now on Captivate, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your favorite shows.

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As the holiday season approaches, Marilyn opens up about her own journey of release — learning to let go of what no longer serves her in both life and business. Through personal stories and gentle reflection, she reminds us that letting go isn’t about giving up — it’s about making space for something new.

You’ll learn how to identify what’s weighing you down, why it’s okay to grieve what’s gone, and how to use mindset tools to practice emotional release and renewal.

Take a moment to breathe, reflect, and put what no longer serves you… in a bubble, and blow it away.

Key Takeaways:

• Letting go is not weakness — it’s an act of wisdom and peace.
• Learn how to separate memory from meaning and guilt from growth.
• Practical mindset tools to help you release emotional and professional clutter.
• Discover how creating space allows clarity, peace, and new opportunities to flow in.

In this heartfelt solo episode, Marilyn explores one of life’s most universal experiences—change. Whether it’s a career shift, a relationship transition, or a personal reinvention, change challenges who we believe we are.

Marilyn shares personal reflections and guiding mindset shifts to help you stay grounded, centered, and true to yourself, even as the world around you evolves. Through compassion, calm, and perspective, she reminds us that growth doesn’t mean losing who you are—it means becoming more of who you were meant to be.

💭 What You’ll Learn

• How to anchor yourself in your core values during major life transitions
• Why pausing and creating space for reflection can restore clarity and peace
• How to reframe discomfort as a sign of growth rather than loss
• The power of connection and community when everything around you changes
• A gentle visualization exercise to help you release fear and find calm

🪞 Key Quote

“You don’t have to lose yourself to grow. You can evolve and still remain grounded in your truth.”

💜 Put It in a Bubble Moment

Take a deep breath, imagine your worries about change floating into a bubble… then blow it away.

You don’t have to carry it all just take the next step forward in peace.

📬 Join the Conversation

Share your story of navigating change in our Put It in a Bubble Facebook community.

Connect, reflect, and remember—you’re never alone in your journey of becoming.

Air Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Guest: Bobby Newell | Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Somatic Experiencing Therapist, Executive Business Coach

Topic: Navigating Burnout, Nervous System Regulation & Embodied Leadership

💬 Episode Summary

In this insightful conversation, Marilyn sits down with Bobby Newell, the founder of Mindful Collaboration and author of SHIFT Happens: A Workbook for Stressed-Out Professionals. Together, they unpack what it really means to experience burnout, how the body keeps the score when stress piles up, and how to reclaim balance without walking away from the life you’ve worked hard to build.

Bobby shares the foundations of somatic awareness, the science behind nervous system regulation, and how small, consistent practices can shift you from survival mode back into calm and connection. She also opens up about her journey as a clinician and coach — and how learning to “listen to the body first” transformed both her career and her clients’ lives.

Listeners will come away with practical, evidence-based tools they can start using immediately to manage stress, avoid burnout, and lead with authenticity.

🧠 Key Takeaways

• What somatic experiencing really is — and why it matters for professionals under pressure.
• The hidden signs of burnout and how to catch them early.
• How to re-regulate your nervous system during busy or stressful days.
• The power of embodied leadership and setting healthy boundaries.
• Why self-awareness is the first step to sustainable success.
• 📘 About the Guest

Bobby Newell, LCSW, SEP is a licensed clinical social worker, somatic experiencing therapist, and executive business coach based in Raleigh, North Carolina. With over two decades of experience in trauma-informed mental health care, she helps individuals and organizations rebuild from the inside out through nervous system regulation, embodied leadership, and authentic connection.

She is the founder of Mindful Collaboration, a group mental-health practice dedicated to helping clients heal from trauma and stress through both traditional and body-based therapies.

Bobby is also the author of SHIFT Happens: A Workbook for Stressed-Out Professionals — a practical, somatic guide designed to help high-functioning professionals recognize burnout, regulate their nervous systems, and restore calm — without quitting their jobs.

Outside of her professional life, Bobby lives in Raleigh with her husband and two fluffy cats and is the proud parent of three adult children.

🔗 Resources & Links

• Free Workbook: Get your complimentary workbook at
• https://bobby-newell.kit.com/regulateandreset
• Connect with Bobby: Mindful Collaboration Website
• Book: SHIFT Happens: A Workbook for Stressed-Out Professionals

💜 About the Show

Put It in a Bubble is a mindset and personal-growth podcast hosted by Marilyn Barker, designed to help you let go of stress, find clarity, and move forward with purpose. Each episode brings practical tools, heartfelt stories, and powerful conversations that remind us all to put it in a bubble — and blow it away.

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You’ll learn:

• How to recognize what “season” you’re currently in.
• Why rest is just as important as growth.
• Practical ways to embrace new beginnings, transitions, and endings.
• How to find peace in knowing that no season lasts forever.
• Take a deep breath and reflect: What season are you in today?

In this episode of Put It in a Bubble, we dive deep into the art of setting boundaries — and how to do it without guilt. You’ll hear why boundaries matter, what makes them so difficult, and how to start protecting your energy in small, practical ways.

What we’ll explore together:

• 🌱 Why boundaries protect your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• ⚖️ The myths and guilt traps that make saying “no” so hard.
• 🛠️ Practical tools for setting boundaries with family, friends, and work.
• 💔 How to recognize and step back from toxic friendships.
• 💡 Reflection prompts and scripts you can use right away.
• 🌈 Why releasing unhealthy connections creates space for healthier ones.

This episode also includes personal stories, journaling prompts, and even a guided visualization to help you let go of what’s weighing you down.

✨ Remember: Boundaries are not walls. They are bridges to healthier, more authentic relationships.

Change is inevitable — but how we respond to it determines our growth.

In this bonus episode of Put It in a Bubble, host Marilyn Barker reflects on the powerful lessons from Dr. Spencer Johnson’s classic, Who Moved My Cheese? Through storytelling, reflection, and practical tools, Marilyn helps listeners explore how to let go of fear, adapt with confidence, and find new “cheese” in every season of life.

Whether you’re facing a shift in work, relationships, or your personal goals, this episode offers insight, calm, and motivation to embrace change before it stops you.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• The simple but powerful parable behind Who Moved My Cheese?
• What the characters Sniff, Scurry, Hem, and Haw can teach us about mindset and flexibility
• How to recognize when your “cheese” has moved — and what to do next
• Tools for adapting quickly and letting go of what no longer serves you
• Reflective questions to help you apply these lessons in your daily life
• Why curiosity and courage lead to peace in times of change
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Reflective Questions:

1. What’s the “cheese” in your life that may have moved recently?
2. How do you typically react when faced with unexpected change?
3. What fear might be holding you back from taking your next step?
4. How can you reframe this moment as an opportunity for growth?

Memorable Quotes from the Episode:

“When life moves your cheese, don’t stay stuck wondering why. Take a deep breath, put your fear in a bubble, and blow it away.”

“You can’t control if the cheese moves — but you can control whether you take that first step toward finding something new.”

“Change is inevitable, but growth is optional.”

Resources Mentioned:

• Who Moved My Cheese? by Dr. Spencer Johnson
• (Available wherever books and audiobooks are sold)

Connect with Put It in a Bubble:

💜 Website: www.putitinabubble.com

💜 Join the Conversation: Put It in a Bubble Facebook Group

💜 Follow on social media: @putitinabubblepodcast

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Through personal stories, beginner-friendly techniques, and even a guided practice, you’ll discover how mindfulness can help you pause, reset, and meet stress with steadiness.

🌿 What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• The real meaning of mindfulness (and why it’s simpler than most people think).
• How a 10-minute practice can transform stressful days.
• Everyday strategies like the Three-Breath Pause, 5-4-3-2-1 grounding, and the Bubble Visualization.
• Why mindfulness works — from lowering cortisol to reshaping negative thought patterns.
• A guided practice you can follow along with to experience mindfulness right now.
• Key Takeaway

Mindfulness isn’t about perfection. It’s about noticing when your mind wanders and gently coming back — again and again. Even a few moments of mindful awareness each day can shift how you experience stress.

🔗 Resources & Links

• Download the free Episode 7 Companion Worksheet → [Your Website Link Here]
• Learn more about the Put it in a Bubble podcast → www.putitinabubble.com

You’ll hear:

• Why community is so influential in shaping your mindset and habits
• The different types of communities and how each impacts your life
• Honest truths about toxic relationships and draining circles
• A simple “Community Audit” exercise to evaluate your circle
• Practical ways to find uplifting, supportive people who help you grow

This episode is about making intentional choices in who gets access to your energy—and creating a circle that helps you rise.

✨ Companion Worksheet: Download the free Community Audit Worksheet to reflect on your circle and take action steps toward healthier, more uplifting connections.

Listeners will hear:

• How RoseMary built her journey with L’Bri Pure and Natural and what makes this company’s mission unique.
• Why supporting women-owned businesses creates a ripple effect of opportunity and empowerment.
• The role confidence and self-care play in showing up as your best self — personally and professionally.
• Practical tips for women who want to grow their own ventures while building community instead of competition.
• This episode is about more than products or business strategies — it’s a reminder that when women support women, everyone thrives.

Guest Links:

• Connect with RoseMary O’Malley and explore L’Bri Pure and Natural: www.ShoppingwithRosemary.com

In this episode of Put it in a Bubble, Marilyn explores how failure is never final — it’s feedback. Through personal stories and practical steps, she unpacks how mistakes can become lessons, why adopting a growth mindset changes everything, and how to move forward wiser, stronger, and more resilient.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why failure isn’t the opposite of success, but part of the journey
• The power of a growth mindset when facing setbacks
• How to extract the lessons hidden in mistakes and wrong turns
• Practical ways to forgive yourself, reframe failure, and rise again
• Why progress matters more than perfection
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Key Quote:

“Failure isn’t final. It’s feedback. And when you choose a growth mindset, every setback becomes a steppingstone.”

If you’ve ever felt weighed down by your mistakes or fearful of failing again, this episode will encourage you to shift your perspective, learn the lesson, and keep moving forward.

🎧 Listen now and discover how to turn your setbacks into your steppingstones.

But what if fear isn’t as solid as it feels? What if it’s just a bubble… and bubbles can pop?

In this episode of Put it in a Bubble, Marilyn explores how fear and self-doubt hold us back — and how to reframe them as fragile bubbles we can release. Through personal stories, practical tools, and a short visualization exercise, you’ll learn how to face fear with courage and move forward, even when it feels uncomfortable.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The difference between fear and doubt — and why both can feel paralyzing.
• The most common “fear bubbles” we all carry (fear of failure, judgment, success, and the unknown).
• Practical tools to pop those bubbles and take action anyway.
• A simple visualization exercise to release fear in the moment.
• Why courage doesn’t come before action — it comes because of action.

✨ Key Quote:

“Fear isn’t a cage it’s a bubble. And bubbles can pop.”

Whether you’re starting a new chapter, chasing a dream, or just trying to quiet the voices of doubt in your everyday life, this episode will help you see fear in a whole new light — and give you the confidence to move forward.

🎧 Listen now and start popping your fear bubbles today.

Discover how to:

✨ Put stress and negative thoughts into a “bubble” and blow them away

✨ Protect your personal bubble of peace through boundaries and habits

✨ Practice simple tools like the 3-breath reset and bubble check-ins

✨ Apply this method to daily life — from tough conversations to sleepless nights

This episode blends practical strategies with encouragement, helping you step out of chaos and into calm.

Because when you let go of what doesn’t serve you, you make room for what truly matters.

In this very first episode of the relaunch, host Marilyn Barker shares the vision and heart behind the podcast: a simple but powerful practice of putting what weighs you down into a bubble… and blowing it away.

You’ll hear:

✨ Why the podcast took a pause and what’s different this time

✨ The true meaning of “put it in a bubble”

✨ What to expect from upcoming episodes - weekly stories, strategies, and inspiration

✨ An invitation to join a growing community focused on letting go of stress and focusing on what matters most

This episode sets the tone for everything to come. Whether you’re seeking personal growth, encouragement for your business journey, or just a moment of calm in your week, Put it in a Bubble will meet you right where you are.

You can live your best live now!

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