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T reflects on recent conversations that left a lasting impact—reminders that purpose doesn’t always arrive with clarity or timing we expect. In this episode, she explores the often elusive nature of purpose, sharing a powerful metaphor that likens the soul to a ‘mothership’ quietly guiding us toward meaning, even in the storms.

She invites listeners to pay attention to what energizes them, what pulls at them—because often, that’s where purpose lives.

This episode also previews two upcoming, deeply moving interviews:
 Robert Palor, a former rugby player who discovered his voice and calling after a life-changing injury, and
Christopher Brown, who flatlined in a spin class and came back with a renewed outlook on what it means to truly live.

Their stories are proof that even life’s hardest moments can reveal our greatest purpose.

Thank you for tuning in! I truly appreciate every one of you, whether you’re here for the first time or have been with me from the start.

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In this episode, I share the emotional reality of going through a divorce — and why, despite surviving cancer, strokes, and life-threatening health scares, my divorce was the most painful experience of all.

It shook my identity, disrupted my sense of self, and changed the course of my life. I had to find new ways to heal, rebuild, and reconnect with who I really was. These are the 6 biggest lessons I learned about emotional resilience, protecting your children’s hearts, preparing financially, and showing up for yourself in the hardest moments.

If you’re navigating divorce or trying to make sense of life after it, this episode is for you. Whether you're in the thick of it or on the other side, these truths may help you feel less alone and more empowered.

Thank you for tuning in! I truly appreciate every one of you, whether you’re here for the first time or have been with me from the start.

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In this episode, I’m sharing my story of surviving:
 ✅ 4 cancer diagnoses (including breast cancer at 48 that led to double mastectomy & reconstruction)
 ✅ A terrifying brain aneurysm that required open brain surgery (a craniotomy)
 ✅ Multiple strokes caused by cancer medication
 ✅ Panic attacks, rapid heart episodes, countless ER visits, and the emotional rollercoaster of living through it all

This isn’t just about my suffering. This is about resilience, mindset, faith, advocating for yourself, and building a support system to get through life’s hardest moments.

You’ll hear:
 ✨ Why trusting your gut & seeking second opinions can save your life (and how I found the world’s top aneurysm specialist after being told I might die on the table)
 ✨ How mindset, humor, joy, and a strong “village” carried me through surgeries, recoveries, and constant health scares
 ✨ Tips you can use if you’re facing your own curve balls—whether it’s health, loss, or any life shock

Because life WILL throw you curve balls. The key is learning how to catch them (or sometimes, just survive them) with courage and grace.

📝 Key Takeaways:

• Be your own advocate. Don’t stop until you find the right doctor for YOUR specific case.
• Build a support system—your “village”—and lean on them.
• Protect your mindset. Positivity doesn’t mean denial; it means holding on to hope.
• Allow yourself joy & laughter, even during the darkest times.
• Control what you can, and release what you can’t.

Thank you for tuning in! I truly appreciate every one of you, whether you’re here for the first time or have been with me from the start.

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We’re diving into something most people never think about: the surprising connection between what you eat and how you feel—especially your mood, energy, and mental health.

As someone who’s been a personal trainer, fitness competitor, and weight loss coach, I’ve always been fascinated by how food shapes not just our bodies but also our minds and emotions.

Recently, I experienced unexplained depression—even though I was working out, sleeping okay, and life was relatively calm. After some detective work, I discovered the culprit: cheese. Yep, that comfort food I love was secretly tanking my mood.

In this episode, I’ll share:
 ✅ The surprising ways cheese and dairy can impact your mood—especially if you have IBS, gut sensitivities, or struggle with depression.
 ✅ How to start listening to your body and recognize if your diet is quietly sabotaging your mental health.
 ✅ Tips on doing a mini food & mood experiment to see what’s helping (or hurting) you.
 ✅ Why gut health is directly tied to your brain and emotions—plus what happened when I eliminated cheese for just 7 days.

Whether you’re dealing with low energy, brain fog, or unexplained mood swings, this might be the sign to start paying attention to your plate. Your body is always talking to you. Are you listening?

👉 Ready to reconnect with how food makes you feel?
Try a mini elimination, take notes, and see how much your mood can improve.

Thank you for tuning in! I truly appreciate every one of you, whether you’re here for the first time or have been with me from the start.

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Are you constantly exhausted, overwhelmed, or struggling to make even the simplest decisions? That’s decision fatigue and burnout — and today, we’re talking about how to stop overdoing it and start protecting your energy.

In this episode, I dive into:
✅ What decision fatigue really looks like (and why choosing a parking spot can suddenly feel impossible)
✅ The hidden dangers of being a high achiever who “can handle anything”
✅ Why burnout creeps in so quietly (especially for women in their 40s, 50s & beyond)
✅ Simple mindset shifts to stop glorifying busy and start prioritizing peace
✅ A real example of how I recently gave myself permission to slow down
✅ How to say no, delegate, and protect your energy — without guilt

✨ Whether you’re driving, folding laundry, walking into work, or just trying to reset your mind, this microdose is for you.

Thank you for tuning in! I truly appreciate every one of you, whether you’re here for the first time or have been with me from the start.

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In this episode of In Shock, we’re talking about chasing your passion at any age, overcoming fear, and taking that scary first step to build the life (or creative career) you’ve always wanted.

I’m joined by my guest, Jill Lendhal, a self-published author who spent years raising kids, building her career, and holding her family together — all while quietly carrying a dream to write books. At nearly 50, she decided it was time. Now she's the author of The Vineyard at Midnight, Under the Hanalei Moon, and her brand new novel Dreaming of Annabel.

We talk about:
✅ Why it’s never too late to start (even if you’re in your 40s, 50s, or beyond)
✅ How Jill went from marketing professional to fiction author, self-publishing 3 romance novels on Amazon
✅ The fears that hold most people back from chasing a dream — and how to move past them
✅ Building your dream slowly (without going broke)
✅ Using real life struggles — like divorce, heartbreak, and raising kids — as fuel for creative success
✅ How to keep going when success doesn’t come overnight

💡 If you’ve ever thought “It’s too late for me,” or worried it’s too expensive or scary to start something new, this episode will give you the inspiration you need.

👇 Grab Jill’s books on Amazon:  Dreaming of Annabel on Amazon

Learn more about Jill:
👉 jilllendahl.com/about

Follow Jill on Social Media:
Instagram & TikTok: @jilllendahlauthor

Go get the book. Support a beautiful storyteller.
And maybe… let her courage nudge you toward your own next chapter.

Thank you for tuning in! I truly appreciate every one of you, whether you’re here for the first time or have been with me from the start.

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I'm diving into a painful, confusing, and honestly a shocking moment life can throw at us: when a lifelong friendship suddenly falls apart.

If you’ve ever lost a best friend — the person who knew your secrets, your mess, your laughter and your heartbreak — you know exactly how hard it hits.

👉 In this episode, I share my raw, personal story of a 35-year friendship that ended in a single explosive night.
We’ll explore:
✨ Why unspoken resentments build up and blow up — even over something small.
✨ What “violent communication” is (it’s not always physical) and how it damages relationships.
✨ The power of non-violent communication and how speaking with empathy could have saved our friendship.
✨ How to process grief, set healthy boundaries, and decide if rebuilding is right for you.
✨ Why it’s okay — and sometimes necessary — to let go, even when you still love someone deeply.

You’ll also hear about my moves across Aspen, Texas, Boston, California, and the East Coast — and how each chapter taught me to rebuild my circle, make new friends, and stay open (even when scared).

This is a heart-level episode. Because losing a best friend is a grief people don’t talk about enough. And it changes you.

Thank you for tuning in! I truly appreciate every one of you, whether you’re here for the first time or have been with me from the start.

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In this episode, I open up about the all-too-familiar weight loss struggle—and how impatience can sabotage even our best intentions. As a private fitness coach and former athlete competitor, I've seen the emotional toll of yo-yo dieting firsthand—and lived it too, especially through the weight gain and hormonal changes brought on by menopause.

I'm tackling a topic that so many of us know all too well: weight struggles—the jeans that won’t button, living in leggings, starting over every Monday, feeling like a total failure by the weekend, and repeating that cycle again and again.

➡ Did you know 95% of men and women fail at dieting long term?
➡ Or that 56% of women list weight loss as their #1 New Year’s goal?
It’s no wonder so many of us get stuck, frustrated, and end up giving up.

We’re diving into:
✅ The real reasons we keep falling off track (hint: it’s more than just willpower).
✅ How menopause and hormone shifts can hijack your appetite & metabolism.
✅ My personal journey from fitness coach and bodybuilding competitor to struggling with 20+ pounds of menopause weight gain.
✅ How GLP-1 medications (like semaglutide) can actually be a powerful tool, not “cheating,” and why it finally helped me quiet the food noise.

We’ll also cover simple, practical steps to finally get out of the yo-yo diet trap:
✨ Why writing down your why is critical before you start.
✨ How to pick a plan that actually fits your lifestyle so you’ll stick with it.
✨ Why measuring your waist and taking photos is just as important as the scale.
✨ The role of accountability, whether that’s a coach, a friend, or even Weight Watchers.
✨ How to move your body in ways you enjoy—because it doesn’t have to be complicated.

Plus we’ll get real about the mental side: the guilt, the frustration, and how to actually celebrate small wins along the way (hint: not with a cheat meal that makes you feel like crap later).

Thank you for tuning in! I truly appreciate every one of you, whether you’re here for the first time or have been with me from the start.

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Have you ever had life suddenly pull the rug out from under you? That gut-punch moment that leaves your chest heavy, your mind racing, and your emotions all over the place? In this raw and personal episode, I share a fresh experience of being blindsided by unexpected news that shook me to my core—and what I learned by not rushing to fix it.

Whether it’s job changes, loss, shocking news, or simply the weight of everything piling up at once, we all face moments that leave us feeling anxious, uncertain, and completely overwhelmed. Today, I’m walking you through what it looked like for me—tears, overthinking, and all—and how pressing pause instead of reacting changed everything.

✨ In this episode you’ll hear:

Why your first instinct to fix, plan, or distract might not serve you

How doing nothing for a moment can create the space your mind and heart need

The hidden buildup behind emotional breakdowns—and why it’s rarely just about the news itself

How to give yourself grace when your reaction surprises you (or even embarrasses you)

Tips to stay grounded and process unexpected change so you can come back clearer and stronger

Plus, we’ll talk about why it’s so important to be gentle with yourself (and with others) when life hits hard—because what might seem small to you could be the final straw for someone else.

Thank you for tuning in! I truly appreciate every one of you, whether you’re here for the first time or have been with me from the start.

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Have you ever had life suddenly pull the rug out from under you? That gut-punch moment that leaves your chest heavy, your mind racing, and your emotions all over the place? In this raw and personal episode, I share a fresh experience of being blindsided by unexpected news that shook me to my core—and what I learned by not rushing to fix it.

Whether it’s job changes, loss, shocking news, or simply the weight of everything piling up at once, we all face moments that leave us feeling anxious, uncertain, and completely overwhelmed. Today, I’m walking you through what it looked like for me—tears, overthinking, and all—and how pressing pause instead of reacting changed everything.

✨ In this episode you’ll hear:

Why your first instinct to fix, plan, or distract might not serve you

How doing nothing for a moment can create the space your mind and heart need

The hidden buildup behind emotional breakdowns—and why it’s rarely just about the news itself

How to give yourself grace when your reaction surprises you (or even embarrasses you)

Tips to stay grounded and process unexpected change so you can come back clearer and stronger

Plus, we’ll talk about why it’s so important to be gentle with yourself (and with others) when life hits hard—because what might seem small to you could be the final straw for someone else.

Thank you for tuning in! I truly appreciate every one of you, whether you’re here for the first time or have been with me from the start.

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