The holidays have passed and now the focus on the new year is here! In this intimate, behind-the-scenes conversation, Gwen and Natalie take a collective breath and unpack what it really looks like to navigate business, ambition, investment, and self-trust during the busiest season of the year.

Inside this episode, they are reflecting on closing out 2025, the temptation to pull back on selling when the world feels distracted, and why staying rooted in devotion — to our work, our mission, and the people we’re here to serve — matters more than ever. They talk about the belief required to keep showing up, trusting both the momentum and the slow seasons, and making decisions from alignment instead of urgency or pressure.

Gwen and Natalie also dive into consistency vs. shiny-object chasing, the emotional side of investing in your business, the courage to wait for the hell yes, and the excitement of building frameworks, offers, and sales systems built for impact. 

If you love cozy, candid business chats that make you feel less alone, more grounded, and wildly inspired for the year ahead — this one’s for you. Grab your coffee, take a breath, and come behind closed doors as we close out 2025 and prepare our minds for 2026! 

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⁠Visit Natalie Barnett Website⁠

⁠Listen to The Embodied Entrepreneur Podcast