This week, I’m inviting you to lower the bar—not because you’re incapable, but because perfectionism is stalling your progress. I’m breaking down the difference between high standards and paralysis, why “good enough” matters, and how showing up honestly (even in process) is what moves you forward.

In This Episode:

Why perfectionism is fear in a Gucci belt :)

The difference between high standards and creative paralysis

What it really means to “lower the bar” without lowering your vision

How to release your work even when it’s still “working”

A new definition of progress you can actually feel good about

Mentioned in this episode:

The Creative Act by Rick Rubin – https://amzn.to/3YQS4W5

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What if making money was actually easy, even for you?
In this episode, I talk with Rachel Rodgers, author of We Should All Be Millionaires and Future Millionaire, about wealth-building, negotiating your worth, and unlearning the fear that keeps so many of us stuck. We get into internal validation, navigating failure, and why your community matters more than any connection “up.” If you’ve ever felt like you had to prove yourself to earn more, this is the episode you need.

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In this episode, I’m talking about what’s really been on my mind lately.

First, we get into relationship skills—the ones many of us never learned and why so many people end relationships when things get hard. Then, a little culture check: what’s going on with Meghan Markle, brand timing, and who gets the freedom to try (and fail) publicly. And finally, a reminder we didn’t know we needed—why so many of us are starving for art, beauty, and aesthetics…and how they might just be the medicine we’ve been missing.

Resources Mentioned:

• Your Brain on Art: How the Arts Transform Us

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Morgan DeBaun joins me to talk about her new book, Rewrite Your Rules, and the journey from burnout to balance. We get into redefining success, building a life on your own terms, and why being a “rough draft” is more powerful than perfection. A must-listen for anyone ready to stop performing and start living.

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Feeling like it’s not working? In this episode, I break down what I think that really means — and why most people quit too soon. We’re talking commitment over motivation, building in the quiet, and how to keep going when no one’s clapping (yet).

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Are you judging yourself for not mastering things no one ever taught you? In this episode, I unpack the shame hidden in phrases like “at this big age,” and why adulthood was never meant to be a finish line. From emotional regulation to money management, we’re talking about skills—not character flaws. It’s not too late. You’re not too old. You’re just learning—and that’s powerful.

Resources:

Magic Hour Workshop  – For reclaiming your time and energy with compassionate structure

Private Coaching – Support to shift your story and build new skills

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I’m giving “best self” a rest. Lately, it feels like everywhere I turn, someone is refining, optimizing, or reinventing themselves—and honestly, I’m exhausted by it. In this episode, I’m unpacking why the constant pursuit of better can turn into a never-ending loop of dissatisfaction. What if real growth isn’t about proving anything but simply allowing yourself to be present? Let’s talk about it.

Resources Mentioned

• My Substack

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In this special Ask Me Anything episode, I sit with podcast listener Ashley Cole, an educator and writer, to answer her thoughtful questions on self-accountability, personal growth, fashion, wine, and more. We talk about moving past mistakes, handling tough conversations, staying grounded in uncertain times, and even what makes a great bottle of wine. It’s an insightful, fun, and honest conversation you won’t want to miss!

Resources Mentioned

• Ashley Cole: @ashyy_dashyy

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You’re resting, but you’re still exhausted. Why? Because rest stops exhaustion, but recovery restores you. In this episode, I break down the key difference between rest and recovery, why burnout isn’t just about doing too much but about not replenishing enough, and how to integrate true restoration into your life. If you’ve been feeling drained no matter how much you “rest,” this is for you. Let’s talk about how to shift from just pausing to actually rebuilding your energy, clarity, and resilience.

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I’m talking to Dr. Alexandra Solomon on this episode; one of my favorite voices on love and relationships. We’re talking about how our childhood shapes the way we love, why we’re drawn to certain relationship patterns, and what it really means to be relationally self-aware. Dr. Solomon breaks down emotional availability, the myths we believe about attraction, and why love isn’t something you fall into—it’s something you step into. This conversation is a must-listen if you want to approach relationships with more clarity, confidence, and intention.

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