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

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

• Book your Boundaries & Balance: Holiday Clarity Call here:  www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/boundaries-and-balance-session  
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• You can watch this episode on YouTube! Check it out by clicking here:  
• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg

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

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

• Book your Boundaries & Balance: Holiday Clarity Call here: 
• www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/boundaries-and-balance-session 
• Discover all the details about Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced 
• Ready to explore if it’s right for you? Book your free discovery call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced-call 
• You can watch this episode on YouTube! Check it out by clicking here:  
• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg

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

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

• Discover all the details about Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced 
• Ready to explore if it’s right for you? Book your free discovery call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced-call 
• Book your Boundaries & Balance: Holiday Clarity Call here: 
• www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/boundaries-and-balance-session 
• Start your mornings feeling clear and focused — download The Daily Kickstart here: 
• www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/daily-kickstart 
• You can watch this episode on YouTube! Check it out by clicking here:  
• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg

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

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

• Discover all the details about Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced 
• Book your free breakthrough call here: 
• www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book 
• You can watch this episode on YouTube! Check it out by clicking here:  
• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg

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

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

• Discover all the details about Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced 
• Ready to explore if it’s right for you? Book your free discovery call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced-call 
• You can watch this episode on YouTube! Check it out by clicking here:  
• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg  
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• www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/speaker

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

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

• Discover all the details about Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced 
• Ready to explore if it’s right for you? Book your free discovery call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced-call 
• Download your FREE Daily Kickstart here: www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/daily-kickstart 
• You can watch this episode on YouTube! Check it out by clicking here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg

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

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

• Discover all the details about Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced 
• Ready to explore if it’s right for you? Book your free discovery call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced-call 
• You can watch this episode on YouTube! Check it out by clicking here:  
• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg  
• Download your FREE Daily Kickstart here: 
• www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/daily-kickstart  

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

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

• Discover all the details about Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced 
• Book your free breakthrough call: 
• www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book 
• You can watch this episode on YouTube! Check it out by clicking here:  
• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg

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

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

• Start your day strong with the Daily Kickstart - download here: ambitiousandbalanced.com/daily-kickstart 
• Take the first step toward balance - book your free call here: rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book 
• You can watch this episode on YouTube! Check it out by clicking here:  
• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg

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

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

• Download your FREE Daily Kickstart here:  
• www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/daily-kickstart 
• Listen to EP 14 The Single Best Productivity Tool: 
• https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/podcast/2021/6/21/the-single-best-productivity-tool 
• Discover all the details about Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced 
• You can watch this episode on YouTube! Check it out by clicking here:  
• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg 

• X: https://x.com/powerofsleep 
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/terry-cralle-rn-sleep-educator 
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/terrycrallern/ 
• Website: www.TerryCralleRN.com 
• Better Sleep Council: bettersleep.org