Can't Be Contained

Today on Can't Be Contained, I am so freaking excited to sit down with Maria Wendt—an absolute powerhouse in the world of entrepreneurship, godmotherhood, and building low-ticket offers that scale massively! We dive deep into Maria's journey, from her beginnings as a homeschooled teen discovering manifestation and abundance, to her explosive growth as a mompreneur running an eight-figure business in just two days a week.

Maria shares how she broke out of limiting beliefs, scaled her company past the seven and eight figure marks, and why she's so passionate about helping millions of women create an extra $3,000/month. She opens up about her faith, gratitude practices for moving out of scarcity, and the exact practical and energetic blueprints that have helped her quantum leap.

You'll hear how Maria's Saturday mornings transformed from lazy weekends to "I have to help people!" leaps out of bed, why she ditched meetings entirely, and her radical take on creating a business that truly serves your life. Plus, we'll dig into the power (and misunderstood scalability) of low-ticket offers—and why sometimes the best move is to go all-in on the thing that lights up your soul, even if everyone tells you it's not possible.

In this episode, we cover: ➤ The secrets behind Maria's high-integrity, high-revenue, low-ticket business model ➤ Overcoming scarcity and rewiring your relationship with money ➤ Running an empire while being (mostly) a stay-at-home mom ➤ Building a culture of trust, radical efficiency, and zero meetings ➤ The unapologetic courage to claim and build the life and business you really want

Whether you're feeling stuck at the starting line, wondering if service and abundance can truly coexist, or looking to shake up everything you've been told about business models—this episode will seriously leave you inspired and ready to take action. Maria is proof that you CAN have massive impact, integrity, and freedom—all on your terms.

Get ready to believe bigger and go further!

About Can't Be Contained

Can't Be Contained' is the unscripted, unedited – fully uncontained journal entries & real-life experiences of those who follow their bliss & intuitive hits, the freedom seekers, the sacred rebels – the ones who are here to disrupt what preceded us & create what is ahead of us. Subscribe now to stay tuned for every episode!

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Today on Can't Be Contained, I'm flying solo and diving deep into some absolutely transformational concepts that have been on my heart and mind lately! In this special episode, I'm sharing candid truths about expanding your visibility, embracing your mission, and shifting out of playing small...so you can create an aligned business from a place of peace, power, and true impact.

I break down the LIFE Mastermind's new two-tier approach, designed for women with a massive mission who are ready to step up - whether you want the VIP level or the Experience tier, there's space for you to calibrate with other powerhouse female founders and birth something truly revolutionary in business.

But this episode goes way beyond strategy. I reveal the real reason so many ambitious women hit an income plateau—their visibility tolerance—and why nervous system regulation is the key to unapologetically sharing your gifts. I open up about moments I risked being fully seen (and lost thousands of followers in minutes!), and how those experiences shaped my relationship to criticism, truth-telling, and energetic safety.

We get raw about: ➤ Creating somatic safety so you can handle more wealth and attention ➤ Releasing the fear of judgment and embracing your unique voice ➤ Letting go of trying to impress people who'll never pay you ➤ Why your vibration is your true contribution

I'm also gifting you a free 8-minute nervous system reset to support your daily visibility practice and help you step into your next level in life and business.

If you're ready to stop playing small, speak your truth, and make the impact you know you're here to make, this solo episode is your permission slip. Let's get visible—and do it together, from a place of absolute alignment.

Tune in and let's raise the collective standard for female leadership!

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About Can't Be Contained

Can't Be Contained' is the unscripted, unedited – fully uncontained journal entries & real-life experiences of those who follow their bliss & intuitive hits, the freedom seekers, the sacred rebels – the ones who are here to disrupt what preceded us & create what is ahead of us. Subscribe now to stay tuned for every episode!

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What does it actually mean to live uncontained?

In this solo episode, Samantha gets personal—recording from home, no filter—about why so many high-achieving women still shrink, stay quiet, and unconsciously block what they actually want. After 17 years and work with hundreds of thousands of people, she's seen the pattern clearly: it's not a lack of ambition or strategy. It's a nervous system that doesn't feel safe enough to hold more.

In this episode:

• The "protectors" quietly keeping you in your comfort zone

• Why vision boards alone don't work, and what to do instead

• Her signature 8-Minute Nervous System Reset (link in show notes)

• How somatic safety changes what you're able to receive… in business, money, and relationships

• The identity shift that makes everything else click

This one's a permission slip. Grab the freebie, pour something warm, and press play.

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About Can't Be Contained

Can't Be Contained' is the unscripted, unedited – fully uncontained journal entries & real-life experiences of those who follow their bliss & intuitive hits, the freedom seekers, the sacred rebels – the ones who are here to disrupt what preceded us & create what is ahead of us. Subscribe now to stay tuned for every episode!

For full show notes, resources, and links: https://www.samanthaskelly.com/episode-373-your-nervous-system-is-why-youre-still-playing-small-and-how-to-fix-it/

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Mindset coaching is dead. And if you're a founder, coach, or leader—this episode will change how you work forever.

In this solo episode, Samantha Skelly breaks down why information alone is no longer the missing piece for your clients. Why awareness without embodiment keeps people stuck. And why the future of transformation lives in the body, not the mind.

Samantha shares her personal journey from mindset coaching to building an 8-figure breathwork company—and what she discovered along the way that changed everything.

In this episode:

✦ Why intellectual awareness doesn't create lasting change

✦ The difference between knowing and embodying

✦ How nervous system regulation unlocks what mindset work can't reach

✦ What happens in the body when it finally feels safe

✦ The future of coaching, and where somatic work fits in

If you're ready to go deeper with your clients, create real impact, and step into the next evolution of your work… This is your episode.

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About Can't Be Contained

Can't Be Contained' is the unscripted, unedited–fully uncontained journal entries & real-life experiences of those who follow their bliss & intuitive hits, the freedom seekers, the sacred rebels–the ones who are here to disrupt what preceded us & create what is ahead of us. Subscribe now to stay tuned for every episode!

For full show notes, resources, and links: https://www.samanthaskelly.com/episode-372-mindset-coaching-is-dead-why-breathwork-and-somatic-practices-are-the-future-of-transformation/

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Today on Can't Be Contained, I'm flying solo on the mic and diving deep into one of the most overlooked forces in the business world—your visibility tolerance. If you've ever felt torn between wanting to be seen and fearing the spotlight, this episode was made for you!

I unpack how your nervous system's capacity to handle attention, exposure, and even praise has more to do with your income ceiling than any strategy ever will. From why your body resists being seen, to the sneaky ways your nervous system tries to keep you safe—from perfectionism to inconsistent posting—I'm pulling back the curtain on what's really holding back your leadership and impact.

I share stories (including a real behind-the-scenes Shark Tank blow-up!) and practical tips for metabolizing success and building your nervous system regulation. We don't just talk mindset here—visibility is a somatic experience and I guide you through an immersive exercise to expand your capacity to be seen and to serve.

We'll cover: ➤ Why visibility isn't just about ego—it's true service ➤ How hiding is expensive and regulating your nervous system expands revenue ➤ The biological roots of why being different once meant danger, and how to rewrite your story ➤ Reframes and mantras for stepping confidently into your next level ➤ My own cringey Facebook Live story (and why exposure therapy is sometimes exactly what you need)

Whether you're launching, scaling, or just dreaming bigger—discover how regulating your nervous system is the key to sustained impact, income, and leadership. I've included my 8-minute nervous system reset, so you can start practicing today. Download the reset here: https://do.pausebreathwork.com/8m-nervous-system-reset

Let's get you out from hiding and boldly into your main character energy—because your gifts literally can't be contained.

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About Can't Be Contained

Can't Be Contained' is the unscripted, unedited – fully uncontained journal entries & real-life experiences of those who follow their bliss & intuitive hits, the freedom seekers, the sacred rebels – the ones who are here to disrupt what preceded us & create what is ahead of us. Subscribe now to stay tuned for every episode!

For full show notes, resources, and links:

https://www.samanthaskelly.com/episode-371-why-fear-of-being-seen-limits-your-income-nervous-system-visibility/

After 17 years in business, I hit record-breaking revenue.

And behind the scenes?

My business was leaking profit, energy, and alignment.

In this solo episode of Can't Be Contained, I'm pulling back the curtain on what I'm doing differently in 2026 — and why simplifying everything has been the most profitable decision of my career.

We're talking:

• The hard truth about revenue vs. profit

• Why I consolidated my entire tech stack into one platform

• Shifting from complexity to clean systems

• The move toward low-ticket offers and scalable impact

• Building an all-female leadership team with strong energetic boundaries

• Phone addiction, creativity, and protecting life force

• Why recalibration years aren't failure — they're initiation

This isn't a strategy episode.

It's a recalibration episode.

If you've built something successful but it no longer feels sustainable, this is your permission slip to simplify, refine, and build from nervous system alignment instead of pressure.

Sometimes letting go is the most profitable move you'll ever make.

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About Can't Be Contained

Can't Be Contained' is the unscripted, unedited – fully uncontained journal entries & real-life experiences of those who follow their bliss & intuitive hits, the freedom seekers, the sacred rebels – the ones who are here to disrupt what preceded us & create what is ahead of us. Subscribe now to stay tuned for every episode!

For full show notes, resources, and links:

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Today on Can't Be Contained, Samantha Skelly breaks down the real reason so many female entrepreneurs burn out — and why it's not because they're incapable… it's because they're building businesses misaligned with their nervous system.

In this solo episode, Samantha shares what shifted everything for her during her Million Dollar Year Challenge, including the moment she realized she had built a multi-million dollar business that looked successful on paper… but didn't feel good in her body.

You'll learn why the hustle-heavy, masculine model of business exhausts women, how to move from push energy into pull energy, and how sustainable recurring revenue changes not just your income — but your entire nervous system.

If you're scaling but secretly tired…

If you're successful but not fulfilled…

If you want wealth without sacrificing peace…

This episode is your reset.

In this episode:

➤ The hidden nervous system cost of hustle culture

➤ Push vs. pull energy in business

➤ How to design offers that honor your capacity

➤ Why joy is a revenue strategy

➤ The embodiment required to hold a million-dollar year

This is your permission slip to build wealth in a way that feels expansive, regulated, and powerful.

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About Can't Be Contained

Can't Be Contained' is the unscripted, unedited – fully uncontained journal entries & real-life experiences of those who follow their bliss & intuitive hits, the freedom seekers, the sacred rebels – the ones who are here to disrupt what preceded us & create what is ahead of us. Subscribe now to stay tuned for every episode!

For full show notes, resources, and links:

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Today on Can't Be Contained, I'm sharing a story I don't tell lightly—the year I went from making $30,000 as a waitress to building a $300,000 business by betting on myself before it made sense.

This wasn't luck. And it wasn't waiting until I felt "ready."

In this solo episode, I break down the internal shifts that changed everything—how choosing belief over doubt, acting "as if," and embodying my future self rewired not just my business, but my health, relationships, and sense of self.

We talk about the real difference between empty affirmations and embodied frequency… how breathwork became a body-first tool for breaking old patterns… and why holding your vision especially when things feel shaky is the edge most people miss.

Inside the episode:

➤ Why acting "as if" works when willpower doesn't

➤ How breathwork helps dissolve identity-level blocks (not just mindset ones)

➤ The power of rewriting your story before the world catches up

➤ Three aligned action steps you can take today to close the gap between where you are and where you're going

➤ Why investing in yourself collapses time faster than anything else

If you're building a business, leading others, or feeling the pull to break cycles around money, impact, or self-trust—this episode is your permission slip.

This is about becoming the person who can hold what she's asking for.

One decision. One breath. One bold bet on yourself.

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About Can't Be Contained

Can't Be Contained' is the unscripted, unedited – fully uncontained journal entries & real-life experiences of those who follow their bliss & intuitive hits, the freedom seekers, the sacred rebels – the ones who are here to disrupt what preceded us & create what is ahead of us. Subscribe now to stay tuned for every episode!

For full show notes, resources, and links:

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Today, on Can't Be Contained, I'm absolutely fired up to bring you an epic session from Women and Wealth featuring the dynamic duo, Angie Lee and Samantha Skelly! These powerhouse entrepreneurs aren't just business innovators—they're authentic, hilarious, and total masters at building fiercely loyal communities.

In this session, Angie Lee and Samantha Skelly share their wild journey as friends, roommates, and ambitious creators, opening up about how they built their businesses from the ground up. Hear how they stretched their "abundance muscle" by living big before they "made it," and how that mindset transformed their lives and brands.

We dive deep into what it takes to build a cult-like following online—and why true authenticity, storytelling, and genuine engagement are absolute game-changers. Samantha breaks down the psychology behind her thriving brand and the importance of being radically transparent, naming your tribe, and obsessing over real connection. Angie shares why staying close to your community and only outsourcing the things that don't bring you joy are keys to long-term business happiness.

Together, they'll spill all the secrets on: ➤ Creating culture and belonging in your business ➤ Navigating the challenges of building personal and physical product brands ➤ The power of messy, mundane stories in magnetic marketing ➤ Handling criticism, staying true to yourself, and having the courage to be disliked ➤ Building businesses aligned with your nervous system and feminine energy

Whether you're launching a coaching business, scaling a product line, or seeking a deeper sense of purpose in your work, this session will supercharge your inspiration and give you the real, unfiltered wisdom behind lasting success. Angie Lee and Samantha Skelly prove that business growth and authentic self-expression can totally coexist—and that's when the magic happens!

So tune in, laugh with us, and get ready to take your vision, your community, and your impact to the next level. The Women and Wealth energy can't be contained... and neither should you!

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Learn How to Grow Your Income, Impact and Freedom by Becoming a Certified Breathwork Facilitator: https://do.pausebreathwork.com/breathwork-training

The Pause Breathwork App is the #1 app to clear stress using your breath. Download the app here: https://pause.live/Pause-Breathwork-App

About Can't Be Contained

Can't Be Contained' is the unscripted, unedited – fully uncontained journal entries & real-life experiences of those who follow their bliss & intuitive hits, the freedom seekers, the sacred rebels – the ones who are here to disrupt what preceded us & create what is ahead of us. Subscribe now to stay tuned for every episode!

Today, on Can't Be Contained, I'm absolutely fired up to share an unforgettable session with powerhouse leader and my soul sister, Lori Harder! If you're ready for your next level of expansion and unapologetic authenticity—this episode is for you. Lori Harder is a celebrated entrepreneur, community builder, and motivational mastermind, here to channel the reality check and soulful pep talk every ambitious woman needs.

We kick things off discussing the intersection of massive growth and the inevitable challenges that come with playing bigger in business and life. Lori Harder gets real about what it means to stretch your capacity, navigate uncertainty, and surrender to faith when life is "life-ing" hard. She unpacks her personal journey—breaking down her million-dollar startup "trampoline moment" and how failure, honest connection, and the willingness to ask for help laid the foundation for her newest venture, Glossy.

This session is packed with practical wisdom including:

➤ The necessity of building a powerful female network—and exactly how to do it ➤ How to reframe challenges as the weights that build your leadership "muscle" ➤ Navigating the emotional rollercoaster of entrepreneurship—yes, ugly-cry moments and all ➤ Setting your business goals in alignment with the life you actually want (spoiler: you don't need $10M if you're not called to it!) ➤ The tough love behind partnerships and manifesting divine union (with a few hilarious stories along the way!)

We'll also hear the inside scoop on Lori Harder's "Life Mastermind" for women ready to break boundaries, as well as the inspiration behind her new beauty and wellness brand, Glossy—you'll want to hear how it was born out of resilience and vision.

Join us, as we explore the real, raw, and wildly rewarding parts of chasing your dreams and supporting other unstoppable women along the way. Whether you're scaling your empire, pivoting after a setback, or just craving a reminder that you can hold the vision through the fire—this episode with Lori Harder is your permission slip to dream bigger and play bolder. Can't be contained, baby!

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About Can't Be Contained

Can't Be Contained' is the unscripted, unedited – fully uncontained journal entries & real-life experiences of those who follow their bliss & intuitive hits, the freedom seekers, the sacred rebels – the ones who are here to disrupt what preceded us & create what is ahead of us. Subscribe now to stay tuned for every episode!

For full show notes, resources, and links:

The Pause Breathwork App is the #1 app to clear stress using your breath. Download the app here: https://pause.live/Pause-Breathwork-App