Keeping it Real with Gina Keeping: Mindset and Business Coaching for Female Entrepreneurs

Today I’m joined by the incredible Danica Benoit — a kinesiologist, registered massage therapist, and mindset coach who went from burnt out and employed to self-employed, fully booked, and building a business that actually feels good to run.

Danica is a member of The Business Circle, and in this episode, we dive into what it really took for her to go from constantly pouring into everyone else, to finally creating space for herself — her vision, her boundaries, her next level.

She shares the internal shifts and external steps that helped her go from stuck to soaring. This conversation is full of real talk, grounded wisdom, and the kind of energy that reminds you: If she can do it, so can you.

If you’ve been in a season of overthinking, burnout, or “I know I’m meant for more but don’t know where to start” — this episode is for you.

About Danica:

Danica offers integrated kinesiology and massage therapy services with a focus on pain management and injury rehabilitation.

She's been self-employed for the last 7 years and has a thriving in-home clinic, and while her private clientele caseload is full, she now offers practical skills training opportunities through KMTT Academy, a continuing education initiative, geared towards helping other Kins and RMTs build successful practices and businesses for themselves!

You can find Danica and more information about KMTT Academy online at www.KinesioMassageTherapy.com, or on FB/Instagram @KinesioMassageTherapy :)

Feeling the itch to join the Business Circle? Join us HERE. 

In this episode, we talk about:

“This is just who I am.” Ever said that before?

Whether it’s about being “bad at tech,” not showing up online, or avoiding visibility like it’s the plague—we all have stories we tell ourselves to stay safe.

But what if that sentence is the very thing keeping you from the business (and life) you actually want?

In this episode, I’m breaking down the sneaky, subconscious ways we cling to old identities—and how those stories can quietly sabotage your growth.

We’ll talk about the fears behind it, why we resist change so much as adults, and how to shift from stuck to expanding… even if you’re scared (or still figuring it out).

If you’ve been playing small, doubting your capability, or telling yourself “I’m just not that kind of person”… this one’s for you.

• Why “this is just who I am” is one of the most dangerous things you can say in business

• How your identity is shaped by environment, not fate

• The real fears hiding under the surface (spoiler: it’s not just about failure)

• Why it’s totally okay to be a beginner—and how to reframe the way you see yourself

• How to move from self-protection to self-leadership without losing who you are

  
  

  Quote to remember:

“You’re not stuck. You’re just repeating a version of you that no longer fits. It’s time to decide who you’re becoming.”

Links & Resources:

• Take the Business Growth Quiz to discover your stage and what to focus on next: TAKE IT HERE
  

• Want support to evolve into your next-level self in business and life? Check out the https://thebusinesscircle.ca/https://thebusinesscircle.ca/, it’s where all the business magic happens.

• Let’s connect on Instagram: @gina_keeping

  
  

💌 Loved this episode?

Leave a rating or review—and send it to a friend who needs this reminder. You never know who’s clinging to a story that’s no longer serving them.

Think you have a great offer idea?

Pause. Before you hit “launch” on anything—there are three questions you have to ask first.

In this short but spicy episode, I’m walking you through the 3 most important questions to ask yourself before creating a new product, service, or offer—so you don’t waste time building something that flops, burns you out, or feels totally misaligned with the business (and life) you’re actually trying to build.

We cover:

✨ Why offers flop even when the idea is “good”

✨ The difference between symptoms and root causes (and why it matters)

✨ How to sell transformation, not features

✨ What to ask yourself before choosing a strategy like a challenge, webinar, or funnel

✨ And how to make sure your offer is aligned with your energy, your capacity, and your values

Whether you’re just starting out or refining your next signature offer, this episode is your clarity checkpoint before you build something that ends up owning you.

Because irresistible offers? They’re built from clarity, not chaos.

 Links & Resources:🎧 Listen Now + Share

• Want help mapping out your next offer or offer suite? DM me @gina_keeping

• Ready for a coaching container that supports aligned action + sustainable growth? Join The Business Circle
  

If this episode hit home, share it with your biz bestie or tag me @gina_keeping on IG stories—I love seeing your takeaways!

What do truffle gnocchi, cobblestone streets, and recurring Stripe payments have in common?

In today’s episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my 10-day trip to Italy—what I learned, what happened in my business while I was away (spoiler: it ran beautifully), and the real reason this trip meant so much more than pasta and piazzas.

Three months ago, I was in a tough spot—burnt out, exhausted, and questioning if I had it in me to rebuild. Fast forward to now? I just wrapped my highest quarter in business to date.

This episode is a celebration of growth, resilience, and the power of doing business differently—and I’m sharing 3 very real, very practical lessons Italy reminded me about running a business that actually supports your life.

Inside, we talk about:

• The truth about burnout, starting over, and building from scratch (again)

• What it really means to create a freedom-based business (and how to do it)

• How “flow” isn’t about floating—it’s built on strategy, consistency, and aligned systems

• The 3 things Italy taught me about slowing down, enjoying your life, and still growing like a boss

If you’re craving more ease and more structure… this one’s for you.

🎧 Tune in and let’s redefine what success gets to feel like.

Links + Mentions:

✨ Want to build a business that runs without running you into the ground? Join us inside The Business Circle

📱 Take the free Business Stage Quiz to find out what to focus on next in your business → 3 Minute Quiz

💌 Let’s connect on Instagram → @gina_keeping

You know those moments when life sucker-punches you… but you still have to show up? Yep. This one’s for you.

In today’s episode, we’re diving into the real meaning of resilience—not the toxic positivity version, not the "just push through" nonsense—but the kind that’s built when things feel heavy, hard, or just plain exhausting.

Whether you’re coming off a tough launch, grieving something you never expected to let go of, or just in one of those weird “WTF is next?” seasons—this episode is here to remind you that you're not alone. And more importantly: you’re not broken. You’re becoming.

We’re talking:

• Why most people misunderstand what resilience really is

• What setbacks actually do to your identity (and how to take your power back)

• The 5 tools that help my clients (and me) bounce back stronger

• How to rewrite the story that shows up when life throws a curveball
  

This isn’t about faking strength. It’s about building the kind of strength that doesn’t crack when things get real.

If this episode landed in your soul, let me know! Screenshot and tag me [@gina_keeping] with your biggest takeaway—or DM me and tell me what you’re rising from right now. I’d love to celebrate your comeback story. 💛

You want dream clients to say yes. To pay in full. To show up big. But… are you doing the same?

In this spicy episode, we’re talking about the invisible money mindset block that’s holding way too many business owners back—and yep, it might be costing you thousands.

Gina gets real about the energetic mismatch in business, shares her own story of holding money tight, and walks you through the shift that changed everything.

We’ll also unpack how business is like a relationship (and why you might be ghosting your own growth 👀), plus give you tangible ways to get into energetic alignment today.

This isn’t about breaking the bank—it’s about showing up like the CEO you say you want to be. 

• The silent mistake that could be repelling the clients you want

• Gina’s personal story of investing fear, hesitation, and the shift that changed it all

• What business and romantic relationships have in common (it’s more than you think)

• Real-life examples of energetic misalignment you might not even notice

• Tangible steps to shift your money mindset + lead with integrity

• The mic-drop question to ask before you say “I can’t afford it”

Did this episode hit you in the gut (in the best way)?

Slide into Gina’s DMs on Instagram @gina_keeping and let her know what resonated most—or what your next bold move is.

 Let’s be real… sometimes people are...difficult.

Whether it’s someone copying your work, pushing past your boundaries, questioning your prices, or just being straight-up difficult — it’s easy to spiral and lose your peace.

But here’s the truth: You don’t have to react to everything that tries to rattle you.

In this episode, we’re diving into what it actually looks like to stay grounded when people get messy — in life and in business.

I’m talking emotional leadership, healthy boundaries, regulating your energy, and stepping into your unbothered era with compassion, confidence, and zero guilt.

You’ll learn:

• The difference between reacting + responding (and why it matters)

• Why emotional regulation is your business’s secret weapon

• How to set boundaries without hostility

• What to do when someone doesn’t respect your “no”

• How to clean up the thoughts and energy that you control

• Why empathy + boundaries = your superpower combo

• A simple “Pause” tool you can use anytime
  

If you’re ready to stop spiralling, protect your peace, and lead from alignment instead of emotion — this episode is your sign.

🎧 Hit play and step into your unbothered CEO energy.

🔗 Links & Resources:

✨ Come say hi on Instagram → @gina_keeping

✨ Learn more + work with me → www.ginakeeping.ca

Ever found yourself avoiding the very thing you say you want?

You’re not lazy. You’re not flaky. You’re not a hot mess.

(Okay maybe a little, but like… in the best way 😉)

What’s really going on?

In today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on a powerful moment with one of my 1:1 clients—and walking you through the exact method I use (for myself and my clients) when fear tries to hijack the dream.

This one’s part real talk, part science, part spicy mindset shift… and packed with practical tools you can actually use when you feel stuck, frozen, or low-key ghosting your own goals.

Inside the Episode:

• Why that stuck, frozen, “I’ll do it later” feeling isn’t sabotage—it’s your system trying to protect you
  

• A powerful (and simple) 5-step method to help your body feel safe before you do the scary thing
  

• Real-life examples of how this shows up in your life and business (yep, I see you avoiding that “go live” button 👀)
  

• Nervous system regulation tools that are quick, doable, and actually make a difference
  

• What to do when you panic and want to back out… and how to stop ghosting your growth
  

• Why pushing through fear isn’t the vibe—and what to do instead
  

If this episode hit home, share it to your stories and tag me [@gina_keeping]—I love hearing what lands for you.

And if you’re ready to go deeper? Whether it's nervous system work, building a business that doesn't burn you out, or finding your voice again—I’m here for it. Links to all the good stuff below 👇

The Business Circle - if you are ready to step into your confidence, show up fiercely for what you want and create a business that is freedom-focused, this is the community for you. 

I’m officially in my soft era. And no, that doesn’t mean I’ve stopped dreaming big or running my business—it means I’ve stopped trying to prove my worth through hustle.

In this episode, I’m sharing how slowing down, getting present (yes, I made a basket out of bark), and embracing intentional living has not only transformed me... it’s transformed my business.

We’re talking about:

• What being in your soft era really means (and what it definitely doesn’t)

• How high standards and softness can exist in the same room (spoiler: they’re besties)

• The surprising ripple effects this shift has had on my life and business

• Real ways you can start your own version of a soft era—even if you only have 10 minutes a day
  

If the idea of ease makes you twitch, this one’s for you. Grab a warm drink and let’s get into it.

• Come share your version of the soft era with me on Instagram: @gina_keeping

• Ready to explore what ease could look like in your life or business? DM me the word “SOFT” and let’s chat 💬

• Hop on the email list and snag some freebies to help you grow and scale your business, plus get some awesome weekly tidbits.

Ever wish you could peek behind the scenes of a business and see what’s really going on?

In this refreshingly honest episode, Gina pulls back the curtain and shares what’s working behind the scenes in her business — and what’s not. From launches that didn’t go as planned to systems that are finally flowing, she gets real about the highs, lows, and lessons of building a sustainable business.

If you’ve ever looked at someone’s Instagram and wondered, “How are they crushing it so effortlessly?” — this episode is your permission slip to stop comparing and start grounding into what matters most.

🔥 You’ll hear:

• Why judging a business by its social feed is a dangerous trap

• The boring (but powerful) strategies that are quietly building momentum

• What happens when systems work for you (instead of the other way around)

• The mindset and habits that help Gina navigate business curveballs with confidence

• A real-time look at what’s not working — and why that’s totally normal
  

💡 Whether you’re in a season of growth or feeling stuck in the messy middle, this episode is a reminder that success isn’t always shiny — but it is possible.

👇 Loving the show? Snap a screenshot while you’re listening and tag @ginakeeping — Gina loves to see what’s landing and connect with you!

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