Beyond Your Best Plan

How do you react when you are going through a difficult time in your life? While it is tempting to let the challenge overcome you, when you navigate it with positivity and strength you will be able to rise above. 

In this episode, the Fab 5 is talking about something each and every person around the world can relate to and that is the struggle of going through difficult times. We all experience challenges and struggles within our individual lives while also taking on the heaviness of the many difficult events going on around the world. However, this past year taught us that no matter how bad things get, even if the end of the world seems right around the corner, we can always rise above the challenge and keep moving. Throughout this episode, you will hear how the members of the Fab 5 have risen above the challenges within their lives and what steps they suggest taking so you can too. 

Tune in to learn how you can rise above any challenge within your life with steps and resources from the Fab 5!

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• What we mean when we say ‘rise above’ (5:05)
• That there is more strength in you than you know (12:43)
• Our advice to move through painful emotions (15:03)
• Action steps you can take (22:19)
• How you can become untouchable (32:11)

Resources Mentioned

• Book - A Grace Disguised by Jerry Sittser
• Book - Shattered Together by Cathleen Elle
• Book - How to Be Crazy Amazing During Difficult Times
• Whitnie’s LinkedIn Article -  Death’s Silver Lining

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When have you judged someone else for your own insecurities? Next time you find yourself criticizing someone else, take a moment to look inwards and understand what insecurity you are projecting. 

In this episode, the Fab 5 is talking about the ways that judging and criticizing others is a direct reflection on how we treat ourselves. Oftentimes we don’t realize when we are judging someone else, but these passing thoughts can alter our mood, our self-confidence, and how we interact with other people. Throughout this episode, each of the Fab 5 members explains what they have learned about judgment throughout their life experiences and the tools that they use when they find themselves being judgemental. We all are combating insecurities, but rather than letting those insecurities manifest as judgments, be aware of what you are naturally thinking of others and be curious as to where those thoughts are coming from. 

Tune in to learn how to put an end to projecting your insecurities on others and stop the judgment! 

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• The value of the golden rule (6:40)
• About the Great Commandment (10:47)
• That you love others by being love (16:57)
• The growth that relationships bring (21:45)
• What to do when you feel judgment arises within you (24:50)

Resources Mentioned

• Book - Invisible No More; Invincible Forever More

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Are you coasting through life or are you designing your life? Take some time to tap into your intuition and discover the new ways that you can level up and ignite passion into your life. 

In this episode, the Fab 5 is talking about what lights up your heart and soul for the passion of living life. When we are living without passion, we don’t feel alive, excited, or positive about each individual day. If you are finding yourself in the cycle of boredom and every day feels the same, it’s time for you to look within and discover what you can incorporate within your life to add more passion. There are enough things in life that we all have to do, so why not take control and add in something that will make you feel truly alive? Throughout this episode, you will hear the Fab 5’s advice and reflections on how to live a fuller, more passionate life. 

Tune in to learn why it’s time for you to start something new, explore your interests, and add some passion to your everyday life!

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• Why you need to add passion into your everyday life (2:30)
• To be open to learning and trying new things (7:37)
• Our advice to design your life for desirable passion (14:03)
• To ‘just do it’, whatever that ‘it’ for you is (21:20)

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What has caused you trauma within your life? Trauma is typically considered to be caused by really big events, but trauma can occur seven generations back and you may be carrying that and projecting it forward. 

In this episode, the Fab 5 is talking about trauma and how we each have experienced it. Everyone’s interpretation of trauma is different, so it’s important to reflect on your own life and what your relationship with trauma is. Some questions that the Fab 5 breaks down are: what is traumatic to you, when do you experience it, and what are some things that you can do to respond to trauma. While facing the trauma and breaking down the causes of it may be difficult and painful to move through, confronting it is a key step to living a healthy and joyful life in order to not be defined by your trauma. 

Tune in to learn how the Fab 5 has worked through their personal trauma and their advice for you to do the same. Enjoy!

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• What has been a traumatic event in the Fab 5’s lives (2:33)
• That anything rooted in fear could be from trauma (14:22)
• To not avoid your trauma (17:00)
• That trauma can show up physically and emotionally (26:00)
• The Fab 5’s advice for moving through trauma (31:20)

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What value is self-care adding to your life? Taking time to practice self-care can change your life on a weekly, monthly, and yearly basis.  

In this episode, the Fab 5 is talking about the ins and outs of practicing self-care. Self-care can show up in countless forms, and it doesn’t always look like treating yourself. Practicing self-care and taking action to do what is best for you often means facing hard truths in order to grow.  When you have a deep desire for the life that you want, taking the steps to get there and pushing yourself out of your comfort zone is a version of self-care. Throughout this episode you will learn the self-care practices that the Fab 5 uses throughout their lives, the value of vulnerability, and why intentional action is a self-care practice that we can all benefit from. 

Tune in to learn the Fab 5’s viewpoints on self-care and how they incorporate it within their lives!

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• The Fab 5’s self-care practices (1:53)
• The value of vulnerability (8:51)
• That pressure is a perception (14:22)
• To be intentional with your actions (19:11)
• That self-care isn’t always easy (27:59)

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It's easy to get into the trap of feeling like life is hard and there is always a problem around the corner, but once you shift your viewpoint, you can navigate life with less judgment and more forgiveness. 

In this episode, the Fab 5 is talking about the game of life. Using the book, The Game of Life by Florence Scovel Shinn, the Fab 5 dives into the Law of Karma and the Law of Forgiveness. When you begin to reapproach life with the perspective that everything is happening for you and from you, you will see that problems won’t seem to pile on your life anymore.  Karma comes up in all areas of our life and we can choose if we want to respond with judgment or grace and forgiveness. Remember, nothing has any meaning other than that with which you give it. 

Tune in to learn the Fab 5’s breakdown of the Law of Karma, the Law of Forgiveness, and ultimately the game of life! 

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• About the law of karma and the law of grace and forgiveness (1:30)
• That it’s difficult to stay in love and compassion (5:05)
• How to respond with grace and forgiveness (6:42)
• That life is not happening to you but from you (12:13)
• That the way you respond in life ripples into other areas (18:15)

Resources Mentioned

• Book - The Game of Life by Florence Scovel Shinn

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Would you describe yourself as a procrastinator? Procrastination is usually based on an underlying fear, whether we are aware of it or not. 

In this episode, the Fab 5 is talking about procrastination and the ways that we can work to get ourselves out of procrastination. While we all tend to find ourselves procrastinating in one way or another, the root cause of why we are procrastinating differs between us all. Procrastinating is not always bad - it may be a sign that something is not aligned with you. Throughout this episode, the Fab 5 discusses the importance of discovering the root of why you are procrastinating, why you should ask for help, the benefits and problems caused by procrastination, and more. 

Tune in to learn the steps you can take to address why you continue to procrastinate and end the cycle! 

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• What the Fab 5 is currently procrastinating (1:50)
• To ask for help (7:04)
• The problems of procrastination (20:44)
• That procrastination builds tension (27:08)
• Our advice to stop procrastinating (33:33)

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This episode officially marks one full year of Beyond Your Best Plan! Thank you to everyone who has been on our journey throughout 52 episodes. 

In this episode, the Fab 5 is celebrating one year of fantastic episodes of Beyond Your Best Plan! Over 100,000 people around the globe have connected with us throughout the year and it is so exciting to us to watch the community grow. Before launching the podcast, no one in the Fab 5 had any expectations for what the show would bring but it has surely gone above and beyond what any of us could have imagined. Thank you to everyone who has listened to us throughout the past year. Each of us has grown immensely throughout our podcast journey and we are so happy to have you all growing alongside us. 

Tune in to learn the Fab 5’s personal reflections on the past year and the exciting future ahead for the show! 

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• Catherine and Claudette’s reflections on the past year of podcasting (7:11)
• About the sisterhood we have built (12:18)
• Whitnie’s personal experience throughout the 52 episodes (14:23)
• How we went from idea to action (18:06)
• Where we are headed (27:31)
• Our gratitude for each other (40:48)

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You’re the reason that your career sucks. That may sound harsh, but if you find yourself unhappy in the work you’re doing, it’s time to stop complaining about it and build a plan for change.

In this episode, the Fab 5 is talking about what you can do if you are unhappy in your current job, career, or other professional choices. All of us have been in jobs or careers where we were unhappy, underappreciated, worked for bad bosses, and many other demotivating working conditions. To turn a career that you hate into one that you love, you need to take responsibility for where you are and determine an action plan that outlines what you are going to do to move forward. Throughout this episode, the Fab 5 is talking about our personal experiences throughout our jobs and careers and what our advice is for you if you’re in a working position that you dislike. 

Tune in to learn how the Fab 5 has overcome bad work situations and the tools they advise you to use if you’re in a similar situation! 

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• How your insecurities may be impacting your relationships at work (9:50)
• That you never know the impact that you make on other people (13:50)
• To focus on the positive aspects within your job (15:56)
• The negative cycle of bringing negative feelings from work back home (22:35)
• To be willing to receive help from others (31:15)

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What do you feel when you hear the word ‘confront’? Let go of your fear of rejection and failure and release the tension of emotions you are feeling about the subject and embrace the power of confrontation!

In this episode, the Fab 5 is talking about confrontation. Typically, there is a buildup of emotions that occurs before confronting someone else. This tension increases with time and once you take the step of addressing the issue, the feeling of relief will come and you will create alignment within the relationship. Not all relationships are meant to last throughout our entire lives, but when you love and care about someone, confronting them will help to strengthen the relationship. Don’t look to only protect yourself and tear others down, instead, be clear about what you want the outcome to be from the confrontation. 

Tune in to learn about the importance of confrontation and the power that comes with it! 

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• To take your ego out of situations (4:40)
• To release the tension by getting it out (11:30)
• Why confrontation is worth it (18:59)
• That coming out of alignment is normal (23:14)
• The definitions of confront (29:18)

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