Have you ever felt a tug in your heart that whispers, “There has to be more than this”? You’re not alone, and in today's episode, I’m sharing why ignoring that nudge could be holding you back from the vibrant, fulfilling life you deserve.

I’ll shine a light on those subtle signs calling you forward, and we’ll talk honestly about why it’s so easy to settle for “just fine.” I’ll let you in on my own experiences navigating big changes and how asking the right questions—and getting the right support—made all the difference.

If you’re ready to stop going through the motions and finally say yes to what’s next, you won’t want to miss this conversation. Let’s step into possibility, side by side.

Show Highlights:

• Recognize the inner tug that signals the time for change.
• Why we ignore or suppress life’s nudges. [01:18]
• The risks of staying stuck or settling. [07:29]
• Personal stories of choosing change. [10:57]
• The importance of the purposeful pause. [13:06]
• Embrace guidance as a key to personal growth. [16:12]
• Join my live Clarity Workshop. [18:30]
• Ask yourself this question now as the first step forward. [19:52]

To register for my upcoming FREE workshop, visit: https://brilliant-balance.com/clarity

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I am beyond excited to share today’s episode with you as I welcome the brilliant Jessica Zweig, dynamic entrepreneur, bestselling author, and renowned voice in spiritual alignment for business and life. Jessica is here with her latest book The Light Work and will explain the intersection of spirituality, personal growth, and joyful living.

In our conversation, Jessica opens up about her journey from feeling like an outsider as a child to finding her artistic voice, embracing entrepreneurship, and ultimately discovering the profound importance of aligning inner truth with outer impact. She shares candid stories about burnout, transformation, and the hard-won wisdom that allows her—and us—to step into our full light.

Get ready for a refreshing episode as we unpack what it really means to be authentic, why joy is our birthright, and how facing the dark opens the pathway to brilliance. Whether you're craving more purpose, navigating a transition, or searching for inspiration, this episode is sure to resonate.

Show Highlights:

• Discover Jessica Zweig’s early life and influences. [03:24]
• Jessica’s “Simply Be” chapter of trauma that led to personal and branding authenticity. [07:47]
• What is authenticity in private and in public? [12:21]
• The Light Work’s core message of embracing both light and darkness to find joy. [15:54]
• Spiritual awakening in Egypt and 3D vs. 5D realities. [20:13]
• Generational trauma and the true nature and deliberate choice of joy. [26:44]
• Listen to Jessica read from The Light Work about embodying light and radiance. [32:08]
• Where to get Jessica’s books and listen to her podcast. [35:25]

To find Jessica's work and her books, visit: https://jessicazweig.com

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This week, I’m taking a step back from my usual focus on achievement and momentum to share five gentle reminders for anyone experiencing a tough season. If life feels heavy or overwhelming right now, tuck this episode away like a little love note in your pocket—it’s chock full of encouragement, perspective, and permission to honor where you are.

I’ll talk about embracing the unprecedented nature of each new day, accepting life's inevitable highs and lows, making space for change, letting go of the need to have it all figured out, and the power of a good night's sleep.

Whether you need a boost or simply a moment to catch your breath, this episode is a perfect companion for navigating the ups and downs of life's journey.

Show Highlights:

• Know that it’s okay to accept life’s low chapters. [01:06]
• Embracing new beginnings daily. [03:08]
• How to ride uncertainty with grace. [04:22]
• Be empowered to be at the helm of your own change. [06:30]
• Coping with anxiety about the future. [07:38]
• The wisdom of giving yourself a good night’s rest. [09:05]

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In this episode, I sit down with Shannon Huffman Polson to talk about grit. Shannon is the founder of The Grit Institute and the author of The Grit Factor…a skill she honed by, among other things, being one of the first women to fly the Apache helicopter in the U.S. Army!

Shannon shares her incredible journey from a shy Alaskan kid to breaking barriers in some of the world’s toughest environments, including the military, leading line units on three continents, and corporate leadership. We get real about what it takes to find true grit when life gets hard, the power of purpose and owning your story.

If you’re ready to push your own limits while still honoring your well-being, you’re in exactly the right place. Tune in for inspiration and actionable takeaways to fuel your next bold move!

Show Highlights:

• The power of cultivating discipline in early adversity and success in paradoxes. [04:21]
• What is it like to become a female Apache pilot? [11:15]
• Challenges faced by pioneering women in military aviation. [14:29]
• The double crucible “firsts” in insular fields face while representing change. [18:30]
• Insights on heeding the inner call for a career shift and higher purpose. [23:38]
• How a corporate bridge from tragedy to purpose birthed the Grit Institute. [25:46]
• Discover the Grit Institute’s focus and world-class programs. [28:10]
• Explore the healthy limits of grit with the “Grit Triad.” [30:25]
• The essential key to strength and renewal in rest. [37:05]
• The Grit Institute’s work for high school and college students. [40:58]

To find Shannon’s work, visit thegritinstitute.com. To buy Shannon's book The Grit Factor, visit: https://a.co/d/d77Au8q

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In today's episode, we're exploring how to keep moving through uncertain times. You know that swirling feeling of facing too many unknowns and variables? Fear not, you're not alone, and even amidst this uncertainty, there is a path forward. I've got insights and strategies to keep you not just afloat, but moving forward!

Plus, I'm inviting you to a live workshop on May 8 that’s all about finding clarity amidst the chaos. If you're ready to embrace challenges and seize new opportunities with confidence, this episode is just for you.

Let's navigate these uncertain waters together and create a life that feels as good as it looks!

Show Highlights:

• Join my live workshop on finding clarity on May 8. [01:37]
• Understand uncertainty. [03:04]
• Discover the neuroscience of uncertainty. [06:17]
• Is the fear of making wrong decisions paralyzing you? [08:20]
• Shatter the illusion of control. [09:37]
• How to shift from outcome-based paralysis to a process focus. [14:19]
• Do you have foundational practices keeping you in agency? [15:53]
• Discover “both/and” thinking for realism–optimism balance. [17:15]
• The importance of choosing support and advice wisely. [20:27]

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Investing in yourself might seem out of the question. You think of it as ‘burning cash” and can’t see the return.

But when you classify everything as an expense, it’s hard to see the right things as investments. You miss opportunities that come your way when you are only looking at one side of the equation.

But when you learn to value investments in yourself, the returns could be beyond anything you’ve imagined.

In this episode, you’ll learn 3 ways to invest in yourself without guilt (and nearly unlimited potential for growth).

Show highlights include:

• Should we rethink the cost of renting over homeownership? [01:53]
• Let’s expand the definition of investment. [05:20]
• Gender investment gap revealed in a BlackRock survey. [06:40]
• The opportunity cost of holding cash if you earn $100k  [07:38]
• Finding value past the expense dilemma of self-care. [13:06]
• Consider experiences as investments. [16:03]
• How confident are you when allocating money to investments? [20:18]

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We probably all carry a little fear around money conversations… but when it comes to asking for more, it feels easier to budget (than ask for the income we deserve).   When we cut back on spending or look at downsizing, we only end up thinking smaller. And when we think smaller, we will always feel limited. There will be no financial opportunities to seize or places to grow.    In this episode, you’ll learn the 3 ways of maximizing your income (without having to pinch pennies along the way).     Show highlights include:

• The power of breaking into a higher income level. [01:34]
• Constriction in reducing expenses vs. expansion in increasing income. [03:13]
• Why do you want to level up your income? [05:55]
• Clear steps to negotiate your worth with confidence. [07:23]
• Strategies for reaching your next career level. [12:04]
• Discover the limitless possibilities of side hustles. [16:19]
• How to convert your secondary income into an IRA. [19:48]

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Financial management is not a topic everyone wants to talk about. In fact, most people go out of their way to avoid money talk. Whether it’s a credit score that needs work or a budget that needs focus, finances aren’t always the easiest to discuss.

But why do these conversations feel impossible to have? And how can we have a better relationship with money?

When you refuse to discuss money, it might mean you are operating as a financial child. You don’t want to be bothered by bills, budgets, or credit scores. You just want to have fun. 

In this episode, you’ll learn the 3 ways a financial child operates (and 7 ways to work that money into adulthood).    Show highlights include:

• How to ditch the permission slip and create more comfortability in sharing finances. (6:33)
• Why carrying nothing but ‘fun money’ cuts the power dynamic in your house and molds a financial child. (9:15)
• How to have the most important conversations about money (before a crisis occurs). (14:30)
• The Seven Ways to work towards financial adulthood and make the money you want. (17:54)

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A lot of us have anxiety around money. We don’t like looking at our bank account, thinking about retirement or reviewing our expenses. 

But being afraid of finances costs you—and not just financially. 

In this episode, you’ll discover how to defeat financial fear and be more confident around money to have less stress and more balance. 

Want to remove your fear of finances and live a more balanced life? Listen now!

Show highlights include:

• How to get rid of a scarcity mindset and replace it with a profound feeling of abundance. (5:48)
• Why financial fear can trap you in your comfort zone (and how to escape it) (8:10)
• How to tell yourself a better story about money that empowers you to take responsibility (11:51)
• The “Agency Mindset” that helps you take ownership of your life (16:10)
• 3 big issues caused by financial fear that take your life off-balance. (23:15)

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Today, I'm sharing what happens when you step away from the everyday routine for a rejuvenating retreat experience! Picture yourself surrounded by towering redwoods, embracing misty mornings, and basking in the luxury of having a little extra time just for you.

I'll take you inside my recent retreat at Canyon Ranch in Woodside, California, where I tried my hand at hiking, meditating, drumming circles, watercolor painting, and rediscovering joy in the little things. We'll explore how embracing nature can shift your perspective and why letting yourself receive care is a game-changer.

Whether you're looking to reignite your passion or savor the simplicity of quiet luxury, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical ideas to create your own moments of brilliance. Join me, and let's design a life that feels as good as it looks!

Show Highlights:

• The importance of retreats and other time away for renewal. [00:49]
• Reset your circadian rhythms. [04:30]
• Rediscover the joy of the beginner’s mindset. [07:54]
• Finding renewed perspective in nature. [11:12]
• How the forest can heal you with shinrin-yoku. [13:35]
• The power of reframing disliked elements. [15:14]
• Discover the effortless luxury of simplicity. [17:53]
• Are you a selfless giver who finds it hard to accept care? [20:58]
• When did you last build new joyful connections? [22:49]
• Don’t miss this Canyon Ranch Retreat discount. [25:57]

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