Be Your Own Badass

Grab your notebook or open up your Goodreads account, because today I'm sharing 10 of the absolute best books that you can read for your self-discovery and personal growth journey!

Click here to view the full list of books and links to purchase [https://sara-katherine.com/2021/08/10-book-recommendations-for-self-discovery-and-personal-growth/]

Not sure which book to start with? Send me a message on Instagram [https://instagram.com/coachsarakatherine] and let me know which ones you're most interested in reading, and I'll give you my recommendations that fit where you are in your self-discovery journey!

Ways to Work With Sara

* Put Yourself First - 1:1 Private Coaching [https://sara-katherine.com/put-yourself-first-11-coaching/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcast]

* Self-Discovery Starter Kit [https://sara-katherine.com/self-discovery-starter-kit/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcast]

* Books:

* I'm Awesome. Here's Why... [https://www.amazon.com/Im-Awesome-Heres-Why-Activities/dp/1507209622]

* Your Self-Discovery Journal [https://www.amazon.com/Self-Discovery-Journal-Identify-Actualize-Passions/dp/1507217293/]

* Be Happy. Be Calm. Be YOU [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1507215533]

Connect with Sara on Instagram @coachsarakatherine [http://instagram.com/coachsarakatherine] and visit her website at sarakatherine.com [https://sarakatherine.com]

This month's Q&A series episode is answering a question from TikTok: How do I start my self-discovery journey?

Might I say, fantastic question! As you'll learn in this episode, sometimes embarking on a journey to reconnect with who you are and what you want can be overwhelming. Do I start with affirmations? Do I need a journal? Are there certain books I need to read? Do I need a coach right away?

My answer may surprise you, so tune in to see how you can get started with your self-discovery journey in the best way possible!

Mentioned in This Episode:

* Follow Sara on TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@coachsarakatherine]

* Download the 3-Step Life Audit Workbook [https://courses.sara-katherine.com/life_audit_workbook_detailed]

* Submit a question to be answered on a future Q&A episode [https://sara-katherine.com/badassquestion/]

Ways to Work With Sara

* Put Yourself First - 1:1 Private Coaching [https://sara-katherine.com/put-yourself-first-11-coaching/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcast]

* Self-Discovery Starter Kit [https://sara-katherine.com/self-discovery-starter-kit/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcast]

* Books:

* I'm Awesome. Here's Why... [https://www.amazon.com/Im-Awesome-Heres-Why-Activities/dp/1507209622]

* The Self-Discovery Journal [https://www.amazon.com/Self-Discovery-Journal-Identify-Actualize-Passions/dp/1507217293/]

* Be Happy. Be Calm. Be YOU [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1507215533]

Connect with Sara on Instagram @coachsarakatherine [http://instagram.com/coachsarakatherine] and visit her website at sarakatherine.com [https://sarakatherine.com]

This month's guest interview features Juston Gonzalez-Rodholm, who's in the profession where experiencing failure is innately part of the job. Throughout his acting journey, Juston has learned mindset shifts and tools that you can use to help you overcome your own fear of rejection and failure.

Additional topics discussed in this episode include:

* Identifying and embracing failure in a field that requires experiencing constant rejection

* Managing imposter syndrome in life and career as an actor

* Intrinsic vs Extrinsic validation to reframe failure for yourself

* How to use backwards time-lining and "impossible windows" to help you focus on what you CAN control when pursuing your goals  

* What to do when you start repeatedly facing failure as you go after your goals 

* The true root cause to the fear of failure 

 

About Juston

Juston has been acting/performing since the fifth grade, and received his bachelor's degree from CSULB in acting performance. He is currently in the second half of a two year Meisner technique program through Ruskin school for acting. Worked at Disney from 2008-2019 where he met me, as well as his wife, Kiana. While at Disney he was a part of the Youth Education Series where he taught groups of students about a variety of subjects ranging from California history, physics, marketing, leadership, and goal setting.

Connect with Juston on Instagram: @Justonicus [https://instagram.com/justonicus]

 

Ways To Work With Sara

* Self-Discovery Starter Kit [https://sara-katherine.com/self-discovery-starter-kit/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcast]

* Put Yourself First – 1:1 Private Coaching [https://sara-katherine.com/put-yourself-first-11-coaching/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcast]

* Books:

* I'm Awesome. Here's Why… [https://www.amazon.com/Im-Awesome-Heres-Why-Activities/dp/1507209622]

* Your Self-Discovery Journal [https://www.amazon.com/Self-Discovery-Journal-Identify-Actualize-Passions/dp/1507217293/]

* Be Happy. Be Calm. Be YOU [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1507215533]

 

Connect with Sara on Instagram @coachsarakatherine [http://instagram.com/coachsarakatherine]

Every month, one episode on the Be Your Own Badass Podcast will be dedicated to an actual self-discovery activity that you can use and apply to your own life. These activities may include journal prompts, actions to try, or a combination of both!

Kicking off this series for today's episode is all about identifying your values. This is an excellent way to start your self-discovery journey if you're unsure about where to begin and will become a foundational piece to many other activities for self-discovery that you encounter in the future.

 

Ways To Work With Sara

* Self-Discovery Starter Kit [https://sara-katherine.com/self-discovery-starter-kit/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcast]

* Put Yourself First – 1:1 Private Coaching [https://sara-katherine.com/put-yourself-first-11-coaching/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcast]

* Books:

* I'm Awesome. Here's Why… [https://www.amazon.com/Im-Awesome-Heres-Why-Activities/dp/1507209622]

* The Self-Discovery Journal [https://www.amazon.com/Self-Discovery-Journal-Identify-Actualize-Passions/dp/1507217293/]

* Be Happy. Be Calm. Be YOU [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1507215533]

Connect with Sara on Instagram @coachsarakatherine [http://instagram.com/coachsarakatherine]

Becca Hua joins Sara on the Be Your Own Badass Podcast to talk about staying authentic online, exploring topics and issues such as:

* Views and opinions on influencer culture on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok

* The impact of social media and trying to appear as "perfect" online

* Becca's experience creating an Instagram account with the sole purpose of being as authentic as possible online when sharing her life

* What Becca has learned on her journey online

* What authenticity online means to Becca

* Opinions on parenting children growing up with social media (especially with Becca and her husband's first little one on the way!)

* Becca's definition of happiness, her bucket list, and other fun rapid-fire questions!

Connect with Becca

* Instagram: @hello.huas [https://www.instagram.com/hello.huas/]

* Becca and Joe's Website [https://www.hellohuas.com/]

Mentioned in This Episode

* Untamed by Glennon Doyle [https://www.amazon.com/Untamed-Glennon-Doyle-Melton/dp/1984801252]

* Bekah from the Bachelor [https://www.instagram.com/bekah]

* JesssFam Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpE_yAyidJKIsv8mnX1VYzA]

Ways To Work With Sara

* Self-Discovery Starter Kit [https://sara-katherine.com/self-discovery-starter-kit/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcast]

* Put Yourself First – 1:1 Private Coaching [https://sara-katherine.com/put-yourself-first-11-coaching/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcast]

* Books:

* I'm Awesome. Here's Why… [https://www.amazon.com/Im-Awesome-Heres-Why-Activities/dp/1507209622]

* The Self-Discovery Journal [https://www.amazon.com/Self-Discovery-Journal-Identify-Actualize-Passions/dp/1507217293/]

* Be Happy. Be Calm. Be YOU [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1507215533]

Follow Sara on Instagram @coachsarakatherine [https://instagram.com/coachsarakatherine]

The first of a brand new monthly series here on the Be Your Own Badass Podcast: Q&A! Once a month, one episode is going to be dedicated to answering YOUR questions. This month is answering a question that I've been asked often, so I'm glad I had the opportunity to answer in a full episode!

Learn all about my journey as an author. From where my love for writing began back in the day, my aspirations as I grew older, how I landed my very first book deal, and how I navigated balancing writing four books all while either attending college or having a full-time job. Plus, you'll learn my advice for aspiring authors, if you wish to publish a book someday too!

Want your question featured and answered in a future Q&A episode? Submit your question here! [https://sara-katherine.com/badassquestion/]

Mentioned in This Episode

* The Disney Den Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/c/DisneydenBlogspot]

* The Disney Den blog [http://www.thedisneyden.com/]

* Sara Earns Her Ears [https://www.amazon.com/Sara-Earns-Her-Ears-Earning/dp/1941500277/]

* The Disney College Program [https://jobs.disneycareers.com/disney-programs]

* Theme Park Press [http://themeparkpress.com/]

* Adams Media [https://www.simonandschusterpublishing.com/adamsmedia/]

Ways to Work With Sara

* Put Yourself First - 1:1 Private Coaching [https://sara-katherine.com/put-yourself-first-11-coaching/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcast]

* Self-Discovery Starter Kit [https://sara-katherine.com/self-discovery-starter-kit/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcast]

* Books:

* I'm Awesome. Here's Why... [https://www.amazon.com/Im-Awesome-Heres-Why-Activities/dp/1507209622]

* The Self-Discovery Journal [https://www.amazon.com/Self-Discovery-Journal-Identify-Actualize-Passions/dp/1507217293/]

* Be Happy. Be Calm. Be YOU [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1507215533]

Connect with Sara on Instagram @coachsarakatherine [http://instagram.com/coachsarakatherine] and visit her website at sarakatherine.com [https://sarakatherine.com]

Welcome to the official SEASON 2 of the Be Your Own Badass Podcast!

Do you find yourself battling with your inner critic? Setting high expectations for yourself, and beating yourself up when you can't live up to your own high standards? Or maybe you're hard on yourself when you start comparing yourself to other people? Or pressure yourself to look or act a certain way to be more "normal."

In this episode, you'll learn all about my own history with managing my harsh inner critic, brought on by my own perfectionist tendencies and the drive to make other people happy. Then, you'll learn the 10 ways I recommend managing your inner critic, and what steps to take to be a little kinder to yourself.

Additionally, you'll learn where I've been, updates in my life and within my coaching business, the new book I wrote that's coming in December 2021, what to expect coming up in season 2 of the podcast, and so much more!

Mentioned In This Episode:

* Submit a question for an upcoming Q&A episode [https://sara-katherine.com/badassquestion/]

* Free 3-Step Life Audit Workbook [https://courses.sara-katherine.com/life_audit_workbook]

* Episode 2: What is Self-Discovery? Why is it Important for Personal Growth? [https://sara-katherine.com/2019/07/self-discovery/]

* Blog Post: Why You Should Surround Yourself with Positive People [https://sara-katherine.com/2017/07/positive-people/]

* Playing Big by Tara Mohr [https://www.amazon.com/Playing-Big-Practical-Wisdom-Create/dp/1592409601]

Ways to Work With Sara

* Self-Discovery Starter Kit [https://sara-katherine.com/self-discovery-starter-kit/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcast]

* Put Yourself First - 1:1 Private Coaching [https://sara-katherine.com/put-yourself-first-11-coaching/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcast]

* Books:

* I'm Awesome. Here's Why... [https://www.amazon.com/Im-Awesome-Heres-Why-Activities/dp/1507209622]

* The Self-Discovery Journal [https://www.amazon.com/Self-Discovery-Journal-Identify-Actualize-Passions/dp/1507217293/]

* Be Happy. Be Calm. Be YOU [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1507215533]

Connect with Sara on Instagram @coachsarakatherine [http://instagram.com/coachsarakatherine] and visit her website at sarakatherine.com [https://sarakatherine.com]

Struggle with people-pleasing? Listen to this episode to learn five ways your life will change when you finally start to confidently put yourself first. Plus, learn all about my own people-pleasing recovery journey, updates that have happened since the last episode, and a special sneak peek announcement for a chance to work with me starting in 2021.

View Full Show Notes [https://sara-katherine.com/2021/02/what-happens-when-you-stop-people-pleasing/]

Mentioned In Episode:

* The Ultimate People-Pleasing Recovery Program [https://sarakatherine.podia.com/people-pleasing-recovery-program]

* Episode 13: Letting Go of Attachment and Finding Your Authentic Self (Feat. Jessica Faye) [https://sara-katherine.com/2020/09/letting-go-attachment-find-authentic-self-jessica-faye/]

* ReDIScover Podcast Episode: People-Pleasing & Self-Discovery with Sara Katherine [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/people-pleasing-self-discovery-with-sara-katherine/id1531801932?i=1000494580428]

* Episode 12: 5 Sneaky Signs That You're a People-Pleaser [https://sara-katherine.com/2020/07/people-pleaser-signs/]

* Episode 11: How to Face Your Fear of Failure [https://sara-katherine.com/2020/02/face-failure-fear/]

* Access the free Self-Discovery Toolkit for People-Pleasers [https://courses.sara-katherine.com/toolkit]

Ways to Work With Sara

* Put Yourself First - 1:1 Private Coaching [https://sara-katherine.com/put-yourself-first-11-coaching/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcast]

* Self-Discovery Starter Kit [https://sara-katherine.com/self-discovery-starter-kit/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcast]

* Books:

* I'm Awesome. Here's Why... [https://www.amazon.com/Im-Awesome-Heres-Why-Activities/dp/1507209622]

* The Self-Discovery Journal [https://www.amazon.com/Self-Discovery-Journal-Identify-Actualize-Passions/dp/1507217293/]

* Be Happy. Be Calm. Be YOU [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1507215533]

Connect with Sara on Instagram @coachsarakatherine [http://instagram.com/coachsarakatherine] and visit her website at sarakatherine.com [https://sarakatherine.com]

Do you find yourself constantly striving for the approval of someone else in your life, only to feel lost and confused about what you even want? Jessica Faye felt the exact same way, especially in her past romantic relationships. In this episode, Jessica shares her own experiences when she was stuck in the people-pleasing cycle, and how she learned to let go of attachment and discover her true authentic self.

Full Show Notes [https://sara-katherine.com/2020/09/letting-go-attachment-find-authentic-self-jessica-faye/]

Topics covered in this episode:

* How Jessica experienced people-pleasing in her relationships

* The steps Jessica took to unlearn her people-pleasing habits

* Some of the roadblocks and challenges she experienced through her self-discovery journey

* The most effective steps she took to improve her relationship with herself

* Defining moments in Jessica's life that helped shaped her into the confident and aligned woman she is today

* Jessica's brand new website and other special projects she recently launched

* What happiness means to Jessica, items on her bucket list, and advice she would give to her younger self

Resources referenced in this episode:

* You are a Badass by Jen Sincero [https://www.amazon.com/You-Are-Badass%C2%AE-Doubting-Greatness/dp/0762447699]

* The Secret by Rhonda Byrne [https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Rhonda-Byrne/dp/1582701709/ref=sr_1_1?crid=T9MQ93JBZI3F&dchild=1&keywords=the+secret+book&qid=1600225646&s=books&sprefix=the+secret%2Cstripbooks%2C417&sr=1-1]

* Amy Young (Youtube) [https://www.youtube.com/user/AMYoungster]

* Amy Westmoreland "Illuminating Joy" (Youtube) [https://www.youtube.com/user/illuminatingjoy]

More From Jessica Faye:

* The Road Jess Traveled [https://www.theroadjesstraveled.com]

* Instagram [http://instagram.com/jessicafaye508]

* Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaFaye]

Have a question you want answered on the podcast or want to be featured on a future episode? Submit your question here! [https://sara-katherine.com/badassquestion]

Ways to Work With Sara

* Put Yourself First - 1:1 Private Coaching [https://sara-katherine.com/put-yourself-first-11-coaching/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcast]

* Self-Discovery Starter Kit [https://sara-katherine.com/self-discovery-starter-kit/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcast]

* Books:

* I'm Awesome. Here's Why... [https://www.amazon.com/Im-Awesome-Heres-Why-Activities/dp/1507209622]

* The Self-Discovery Journal [https://www.amazon.com/Self-Discovery-Journal-Identify-Actualize-Passions/dp/1507217293/]

* Be Happy. Be Calm. Be YOU [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1507215533]

Connect with Sara on Instagram @coachsarakatherine [http://instagram.com/coachsarakatherine] and visit her website at sarakatherine.com [https://sarakatherine.com]

Are you unsure if you're a people-pleaser or not? You've heard this term a few times, feel a little intrigued, or maybe someone called you a people-pleaser at one point in your life. But is that really you?

People-pleasing in the most basic sense is pleasing other people. Additionally, it's pleasing other people and putting others' needs before your own at the expense of yourself. You value others and their opinions more than your own. You may find that to be a form of selflessness, but there's a difference between being selfless and generous, and losing yourself from always focusing on other people.

If you're still on the fence (or maybe have no clue!), listen to this episode to learn five sneaky signs that you're a people-pleaser.

View Full Show Notes [https://sara-katherine.com/2020/07/people-pleaser-signs/]

Links mentioned in this episode:

* Playing Big by Tara Mohr [https://www.taramohr.com/the-playing-big-book/]

* Episode 9: My Story - 6 Ways I Completely Changed My Life in One Year [https://sara-katherine.com/2019/12/change-life-one-year/]

* Self-Care to Confidence Masterclass [https://sarakatherine.podia.com/self-care-to-confidence-masterclass]

* Unlock access to the Self-Discovery Toolkit for People Pleasers [https://courses.sara-katherine.com/toolkit]

* Episode 11: How to Face Your Fear of Failure [https://sara-katherine.com/2020/02/face-failure-fear/]

* Episode 5: 6 Steps to Conquer Your Busy Schedule [https://sara-katherine.com/2019/08/6-steps-to-conquer-your-busy-schedule/]

* Submit a question for Sara to answer in a future episode! [https://sara-katherine.com/badassquestion/]

Ways to Work With Sara

* Put Yourself First - 1:1 Private Coaching [https://sara-katherine.com/put-yourself-first-11-coaching/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcast]

* Self-Discovery Starter Kit [https://sara-katherine.com/self-discovery-starter-kit/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcast]

* Books:

* I'm Awesome. Here's Why... [https://www.amazon.com/Im-Awesome-Heres-Why-Activities/dp/1507209622]

* The Self-Discovery Journal [https://www.amazon.com/Self-Discovery-Journal-Identify-Actualize-Passions/dp/1507217293/]

* Be Happy. Be Calm. Be YOU [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1507215533]

Connect with Sara on Instagram @coachsarakatherine [http://instagram.com/coachsarakatherine] and visit her website at sarakatherine.com [https://sarakatherine.com]