Have you ever held your tongue to keep the peace, even when everything inside you was screaming to speak up?

You knew something felt off. You wanted to say no, or set a boundary, or simply ask for what you needed… but instead, you stayed quiet.

Have you ever been there?

Because I have. More times than I can count.

And it wasn’t until one Halloween night with my daughter that everything changed.

That moment cracked something wide open in me and I’ll never forget it.

IN THIS EPISODE: 

✨ Why I stopped using my voice for years and how it quietly shaped my identity

✨ How corporate culture and people-pleasing made me believe my truth was “too much”

✨ The exact moment I realized I hadn’t protected my daughter and what it taught me

✨ How I began reclaiming my voice in motherhood, business, and daily life

✨ What I’m now modeling for my kids (and why it matters more than ever)

✨ Why your voice doesn’t have to be loud to be powerful

If you’ve ever silenced yourself to avoid conflict, felt unseen in your relationships, or lost your voice somewhere along the way this episode is for you.

You are allowed to speak. You are allowed to ask for what you need.

You are allowed to take up space.

✨HIGHLIGHTS:

✨ The story of being a “too much” child and how that shaped my need for control

✨ Why I muted myself in my career and learned to play small to survive

✨ The moment my daughter stood in her truth, and I didn’t

✨ How that one experience changed everything and pushed me to speak up

✨ The real reasons we stay silent and how it disconnects us from our power

✨ How I started using my voice again (without the fear or guilt)

✨ What I’m now teaching my kids through modeling, not just words

RESOURCES, LINKS, + FREEBIES

✨ Mastermind Waitlist HERE

If you’re a mama in business who’s ready to align your life and your purpose in a deeper way, this is for you! This space has been pure magic. We’ve sold out two launches before they even opened and the transformation that’s happening inside? Incredible. Virtual and in-person options available!

✨ Confident Mamapreneur Guide:  Download HERE

✨ WEEKLY CHALLENGE

Use Your Voice Once a Day.

This week, I challenge you to consciously use your voice at least once a day.

That might look like:

✨ Saying “no” to something that doesn’t feel aligned

✨ Asking for help, instead of doing it all yourself

✨ Speaking up in a meeting, even if your heart is racing

✨ Telling someone how you really feel

✨ Asking for what you need without apologizing for it

It doesn’t have to be loud. It doesn’t have to be perfect.

It just has to be true.

This is how you start rebuilding trust with yourself by showing up, one small moment at a time.

✨FOLLOW + CONNECT

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Website:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.nataliebernacchi.com

Have you ever felt “off,” but couldn’t explain why?

You’re showing up. You’re getting the kids to school, sending emails, maybe even smiling at drop-off… but inside, something feels heavy. Unclear. Disconnected.

Can you relate?

Like you’re going through the motions but your spark just isn’t there and you can’t quite put your finger on what’s wrong?

I’ve been there.

And in this deeply personal solo episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of a recent season where I unknowingly found myself in a funk, a quiet, sneaky form of depression that I almost missed because I was still functioning.

✨IN THIS EPISODE: 

✨ The identity shift I didn’t let myself grieve after leaving my 15+ year career

✨ How letting go of my routines such as movement, meditation, nourishing myself and how they were a red flag

✨ The real reason I couldn’t recognize the depression I was in (even as a mindset coach)

✨ The game-changing conversation I had with my therapist and the healing that followed

✨ The small but powerful ways I came back to myself

✨ Why I chose to go on medication and why I’m no longer ashamed of it

✨ How I learned to ask for help and let people in

✨HIGHLIGHTS:

✨ The sneaky way grief and depression showed up after leaving my corporate career

✨ The routines that used to anchor me and how everything shifted when I let them go

✨ What it felt like to finally name what was really happening

✨ Why choosing medication was an act of empowerment, not weakness

✨ The body always whispers before it screams

✨ Simple ways I began nurturing myself back home starting with 4:30 AM wakeups and checking in with my inner child

✨ The power of raising your hand and saying, “I need support”

✨ RESOURCES, LINKS, + FREEBIES

MamaPreneur Mastermind Waitlist HERE 

If you’re a mama in business who’s ready to align your life and your purpose in a deeper way, this is for you! This space has been pure magic. We’ve sold out two launches before they even opened and the transformation that’s happening inside? Incredible. Virtual and in-person options available!

Confident Mamapreneur Guide: 

Download HERE

✨ WEEKLY CHALLENGE

Pause + Ask.

Every morning this week, before you reach for your phone or dive into your to-do list, take just 2 minutes to check in with yourself.

Ask:

✨ What is my body asking for today?

✨ How can I take care of myself right now?

✨ What would feel nourishing, loving, or grounding for me today?

Write it down or simply say it aloud.

Then honor it. Even if it’s something small. A glass of water. A walk. A moment of silence.

This is how we begin to return home to ourselves, one small act of awareness at a time.

✨FOLLOW + CONNECT

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Website:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.nataliebernacchi.com

Have you ever felt like you were meant for more but had no idea where to start?

You’ve followed the path you were taught to follow… you’ve done all the “right” things but deep down, something still feels off. Like you’re stuck in later land, waiting for the “perfect” time to choose yourself.

In this episode of Light Her Up, I’m joined by Jocelyn Dawn, a Feminine Leadership Coach, mama of three, and the creator of a unique EFT-based technique called The Expand Method. Jocelyn’s story is raw, powerful, and proof that the life you crave is always on the other side of one brave decision.

From living in government housing to moving to Costa Rica with her children and building a business from the ground up, Jocelyn shares what it really looks like to rise, to rewrite your rules, rewire your mindset, and reclaim your power.

And the most beautiful part? She didn’t wait until it was easy. She chose to go anyway.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, held back by fear, or unsure of your next move, then this episode is your permission slip to choose your next level now.

✨What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why living in “later land” is the biggest threat to your dreams

• The identity shifts required to fully step into the woman you’re meant to be

• The role of decision-making in transformation and momentum

• A peek into The Expand Method and how EFT can shift everything

• Why emotional self-regulation is a business superpower

• Why you are the strategy in your business

✨RESOURCES + LINKS:

Free Tapping Session by Jocelyn Dawn HERE

4-Week EFT Tapping Abundance Challenge HERE

Download your FREE Confident Mamapreneur Guide - A Step By Step Guide to Break Free From Everything Holding You Back from Starting the Biz of Your Dreams HERE

✨FOLLOW + CONNECT

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TikTok: ⁠⁠@nataliebernacchi⁠⁠

Website:⁠ ⁠⁠www.nataliebernacchi.com

Connect with Jocelyn on Instagram: ⁠@thejocelyndawn

When this episode airs, it will be the day before Natalie’s 40th birthday 🎉, and as she steps into this new decade, she has never been clearer on one thing: creating more space, cultivating calm energy, and aligning with what truly matters.

For Natalie, that means saying no more often, clearing her calendar, and intentionally making room, not just for rest, but for what truly lights her up.

Part of that has meant making some BIG shifts, like canceling two major trips she had planned to Costa Rica and Portugal, even though she loves traveling. But right now, she feels deeply called to stay grounded, recharge, and build strong foundations, both in her personal life and in her business.

This episode is for anyone who has ever felt guilty about taking a break, stepping away, or creating space for themselves. Because the truth is, the best thing you can do for your family, your business, and your well-being is to take care of YOU.

✨ Inside today’s episode, she covers:

✔️ Why taking a break is necessary, not a luxury

✔️ How to release guilt when you choose rest over doing more

✔️ Why more space = more capacity for what truly matters

✔️ How to set boundaries and normalize asking for help

✔️ Simple ways to create more space in your life, whether it’s a solo coffee run, a walk outside, or a full-on reset

If you’ve ever thought:

💭 “I can’t step away, everything will fall apart.”

💭 “I feel guilty asking for help. I should be able to handle it all.”

💭 “Taking time for myself feels selfish.”

💭 “I wish I could have a break, but it’s just not realistic.”

Then this episode is exactly what you need. Because creating space isn’t selfish, it’s necessary.

✨ KEY TAKEAWAYS

✨ More is not always better, creating space allows you to show up fully for what matters most.

✨ Guilt is a liar. Taking care of yourself doesn’t take away from your family, it makes you a better version of YOU.

✨ It’s time to normalize saying no, taking a break, and trusting your intuition when it tells you to slow down.

✨ RESOURCES, LINKS, + FREEBIES

💡 Join the Waitlist for Our In-Person Mamapreneur Mastermind! If you’re in Manhattan Beach and looking for a supportive space to connect with like-minded women, join the waitlist HERE.

💻 Join the Waitlist for Our Online Mamapreneur Mastermind! Can’t make it in person? Get on the list for my virtual mastermind HERE.

📲 Follow The Like Minded OC on IG! A powerful community of female founders in Orange County. Connect HERE

📚 Download The Confident Mamapreneur Guide! If fear has been holding you back from starting (or growing) your dream business, grab this free guide to help you break through limiting beliefs and start showing up as the CEO of your own life. Get it HERE.

✨WEEKLY CHALLENGE

Pick ONE way you’re going to create space and actually put it on your calendar. Then DM me on Instagram @thelightwithincollective and tell me what you’re choosing!

💛 Now go have a piece of cake for Natalie’s birthday and take that break! 🚀✨

✨FOLLOW + CONNECT

Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@nataliebernacchi⁠⁠ + ⁠⁠@lightheruppodcast⁠⁠

TikTok: ⁠⁠@nataliebernacchi⁠⁠

Website:⁠ ⁠⁠www.nataliebernacchi.com

What if the life you’ve been dreaming of is just one identity shift away? The truth is, your future isn’t something you chase; it’s something you step into. The version of you who already has the success, freedom, joy, and fulfillment you desire? She already exists. And in this episode, we’re diving into how to start BEING her today.

✨ If you’ve ever thought:

💭 “I know what I want, but I don’t know how to get there.”

💭 “I keep trying to change, but I always fall back into old habits.”

💭 “I’m doing all the right things, why isn’t it working?”

…then this episode is for YOU.

✨ Inside today’s episode, we cover:

✔️ What identity work really is and why it’s the key to unlocking transformation

✔️ How to shift from your current reality into your next-level self

✔️ The biggest mistake people make when trying to create change

✔️ Daily practices to help you embody your future self right now

🚀 Natalie shares personal stories of how stepping into her future self transformed her career, relationships, and confidence, and how you can do the same.

✨KEY TAKEAWAYS

✨ Who you believe you are is shaping your reality. If you want to change your life, start by shifting your identity FIRST.

✨ Stepping into your next level isn’t about waiting, it’s about embodying that version of you now. The habits, the mindset, the way she carries herself, it starts today.

✨ The moment you decide to operate from your future self, your actions, choices, and opportunities start aligning with that version of you.

✨RESOURCES, LINKS, + FREEBIES: 

💡 Ready to stop second-guessing and start stepping into your next-level self? Grab your free copy of The Confident Mamapreneur – The Step-by-Step Guide to Break Free From Everything Holding You Back From Starting The Biz of Your Dreams. 🔗 Download your free guide HERE.

🤝 If you’re in the South Bay (Los Angeles) area and looking for community, check out South Bay Mothers Circle (by Nicole Foster + Whitney Webster) . These powerhouse women are hosting in-person gatherings and providing a supportive space for moms to connect and grow. Learn More HERE.

📚 What Got You Here Won’t Get You There – If you’re ready for a mindset shift, this book is a game-changer. Get your copy on Amazon HERE.

✨WEEKLY CHALLENGE: 

Write down ONE decision you’re going to make as your future self this week. One small shift that aligns with the version of you you’re stepping into.

📩 DM me on Instagram @nataliebernacchi⁠⁠⁠ and tell me what you’re stepping into!

✨FOLLOW + CONNECT

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TikTok: ⁠⁠@nataliebernacchi⁠⁠

Website:⁠ ⁠⁠www.nataliebernacchi.com

So many women struggle with self-doubt. We second-guess our decisions, look for external validation, and hesitate to take action because we don’t fully trust that we know what’s best for us. But here’s the truth: self-trust is the foundation for everything you want. When you stop outsourcing your decisions and start believing in yourself, everything shifts.

In this episode, Natalie breaks down why trusting yourself is essential for confidence, success, and alignment—plus how to start rebuilding self-trust, even if you’ve spent years ignoring your inner voice.

✨ Inside This Episode, You’ll Learn:

🔥 Why self-trust is the key to confidence, alignment, and success

🔥 The sneaky ways self-doubt shows up in your life (that you might not even realize)

🔥 How to start strengthening your intuition and decision-making skills

🔥 Practical ways to rebuild self-trust—even if you’ve been doubting yourself for years

🔥 Why validation-seeking and perfectionism are keeping you stuck

If you’ve ever found yourself overthinking, people-pleasing, or constantly seeking outside opinions before making a decision, this episode is for you.

✨RESOURCES + LINKS:

🔥 Download Your Free Guide: The Confident Mamapreneur 🚀

If you’re ready to break free from fear and step into the business (and life) of your dreams, grab your free copy of The Confident Mamapreneur – The Step-by-Step Guide to Break Free From Everything Holding You Back From Starting The Biz of Your Dreams. ✨ Download the free guide here HERE.

✨FOLLOW + CONNECT

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Website:⁠ ⁠⁠www.nataliebernacchi.com

Fear is the thing that keeps us stuck, convinces us to play small, and makes us believe we’re safer staying exactly where we are. But the truth? Everything you want, your joy, your business, your freedom, your highest self, is waiting for you on the other side of fear.

This episode breaks down what fear is actually costing you and how to start making decisions from trust instead. Because when you stop letting fear lead and start leading yourself, everything changes.

✨ Inside This Episode, You’ll Learn:

🔥 The hidden cost of staying the same and not taking action

🔥 How fear-based decision-making is keeping you stuck (and how to break free)

🔥 The power of the trust fall, what happens when you finally lean in and trust yourself

🔥 How to recognize fear in your body and shift into alignment

🔥 Why self-trust is the key to growth, success, and creating the life you want

If fear has been running the show for you, this is your wake-up call.

✨RESOURCES + LINKS:

🔥 Download Your Free Guide: The Confident Mamapreneur 🚀 If you’re ready to break free from fear and step into the business (and life) of your dreams, grab your free copy of The Confident Mamapreneur – The Step-by-Step Guide to Break Free From Everything Holding You Back From Starting The Biz of Your Dreams.

✨ Download your free guide HERE

✨FOLLOW + CONNECT

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Website:⁠ ⁠⁠www.nataliebernacchi.com⁠

Manifestation is not just about wishful thinking, it’s about embodying the version of you who already has what you desire.

In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of some of the biggest manifestations in my life. From moving to California, buying our dream home (even in a crazy market), and getting pregnant against all odds, I’m breaking down what manifestation really looks like. The mindset shifts, the inspired actions, and the trust required to bring your dreams to life.

✨ Inside This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• The difference between wanting something and embodying it
• How quitting smoking cold turkey helped me manifest my dream move to California
• How I got creative to manifest our dream home, even when the market seemed impossible
• The wild story of how I got pregnant naturally after being told it was unlikely
• The key ingredients of manifestation: belief, aligned action, and trust

✨FOLLOW + CONNECT

Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@nataliebernacchi⁠⁠ + ⁠⁠@lightheruppodcast⁠⁠

TikTok: ⁠⁠@nataliebernacchi⁠⁠

Website:⁠ ⁠⁠www.nataliebernacchi.com⁠

Have you ever felt like something in your life wasn’t quite right, but you couldn’t put your finger on it? You’re not miserable, but you’re not truly happy either. You’re exhausted, unmotivated, and constantly wondering, Is this it?

In this episode of Light Her Up, I’m breaking down the real signs that you might be stuck, even if you don’t realize it yet. I’m sharing my personal story of feeling disconnected in my “successful” life, how I ignored the signs for years, and the wake-up call that finally made me listen.

Because here’s the truth, feeling stuck doesn’t mean you’re failing. It’s actually a sign that you’re ready for something more. And by the end of this episode, you’ll have a fresh perspective on what being stuck really means and how to start shifting out of it.

If you’ve ever felt drained, uninspired, or trapped in a life that no longer feels right, this episode is for you.

✨What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why feeling stuck isn’t a failure, it’s a signal that you’re ready to grow
• The sneaky signs that you’re stuck (and why you might not recognize them yet)
• How I ignored my intuition for years and kept pushing through, even when I was miserable
• The moment I realized my exhaustion, resentment, and lack of excitement were major red flags
• Why guilt keeps so many women from admitting they want something different
• The powerful mindset shift that helped me stop seeing stuckness as a setback
• Three simple steps you can take today to start getting unstuck

✨FOLLOW + CONNECT

Instagram:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@nataliebernacchi⁠ + ⁠@lightheruppodcast⁠

TikTok: ⁠@nataliebernacchi⁠

Website:⁠ www.nataliebernacchi.com⁠

Have you ever felt like you were meant for more but weren’t sure where to start? You’ve followed the path you were “supposed” to, got the degree, built the career, started a family, but something still feels off.

In this first episode of Light Her Up, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing my personal story of how I went from feeling stuck, uninspired, and disconnected in my corporate career to taking a huge leap of faith and building a life that truly lights me up.

And the wake-up call that finally pushed me to make a change? It came from my 6-year-old daughter, Maya, who also joins me at the end of this episode to share her perspective on my journey. 💛

If you’ve ever felt stuck in your career or life and have been craving something more, this episode is for you. 

✨What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why outward success doesn’t always mean inner fulfillment

• The hidden signs that I was stuck, even when everything looked perfect

• How I ignored my intuition for years and the moment I finally listened

• The sacrifices I made in my corporate career and why they no longer felt worth it

• The personal breaking point that forced me to finally make a change

• The conversation with my daughter that flipped my entire perspective on success

• The 3 biggest lessons I learned about fear, purpose, and making bold moves

✨RESOURCES + LINKS:

• ⁠Quantum Coaching Academy Coaching Certification Program⁠

✨FOLLOW + CONNECT:

Instagram: @nataliebernacchi + @lightheruppodcast

TikTok: @nataliebernacchi

Website: www.nataliebernacchi.com