Do you ever feel like the goal you've been working on for weeks, months, or even years just isn’t paying off? You’ve got this vision in your head of what it could be, but progress feels painfully slow, and you’re starting to wonder if it’s even worth it.

Take a breath. You’re not alone. Progress is happening—even if you can’t see it yet. You’re planting seeds that will grow if you give them time.

In today’s episode, I’m diving into:

• How to stay patient and motivated when it feels like nothing is working.
• How to evaluate whether you should pivot or if fear is steering you in the wrong direction.
• Inspiring success stories of people who stayed the course, trusted their vision, and played the long game.

If you’re ready to quiet your self-doubt and step into the unshakable confidence you deserve, this episode is for you. Hit play and let’s get into it!

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Credits:

• Editing by Midnight Sun Podcasting
• Cover art by Kinsey H. Designs
• Intro music by SergeiMaloy, Audio Jungle

It’s that time of year again when everyone starts talking about all the ways they’re going to be successful, productive, and better than ever in the new year.

But how often have you excitedly set a big new year’s resolution, only to get bored with it by January 20?

You’re not alone!

In this episode, we’re talking about why New Year’s resolutions often fail, and what you can do instead to have an amazing 2025.

Rather than looking at what to ADD in the new year, pause and reflect about what you want to LEAVE BEHIND from this year.

Use these questions from the episode to help you get clear on the areas of your life that need a little editing and simplifying:

• What worked for you this year?
• What didn’t work for you this year?
• What felt heavy or draining?
• What brought me joy, ease, and lightness?
• What limiting beliefs or thought patterns are no longer serving you?
• What emotions are you holding onto that no longer align with who you’re becoming?

I’ll see you back here for a new episode on January 8!

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Have you ever felt like the holiday season is more about checking boxes than actually feeling festive?

You’re not alone.

In today’s episode, I’m talking with the owner of Hannah’s Enchantments about how to create your own joyful rituals, so that you can actually enjoy and remember this time of year!

Whether you're in a warm climate and missing that "winter magic" or just need a fresh way to make the holidays feel special, Hannah is giving you the permission to do things differently, without the obligation, overwhelm, or comparison.

Learn more about today’s guest here: Home | Hannah's Enchantments

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Have you been curious about TikTok Shop but don’t know where to start? Well, buckle up for a wild ride because today’s guest, Amanda Pacropis, is spilling all the secrets!

Amanda left her 9-5 in pharmaceutical advertising earlier this year, and is now consistently earning 5-figures a month thanks to the TikTok Shop Affiliate program.

In today’s episode, Amanda shares her best advice for how to:

• Pick the right products to sell
• Create viral hooks
• Post consistently and never run out of ideas
• Deal with troll comments + your own limiting beliefs about being annoying, salesy, and/or repetitive

& more ;)

Trust me when I say that you’ll be dying to bust out your tripod to start filming content as soon as this episode ends!

You can follow today’s guest on Instagram: 
https://www.instagram.com/contentbyamanda_/

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How many times have you waited to hit publish on something because “it’s not ready yet”? Or how much time have you spent researching HOW to do something, instead of actually doing it?

You, my friend, have fallen into the “perfection” trap (no judgement: I know this trap well).

While it may seem like you’re just trying to get everything perfect, you’re actually just procrastinating! You’re using the impossible goal of perfection as an excuse to stay in your comfort zone and never share your work or ideas with anyone.

In today’s episode, we’re debunking the perfection myth and getting real about the mindset shifts involved in boldly and confidently taking action, even when you don’t feel ready.

Need more help with this?

Book a 1:1 Empower Hour with me: Empower Hour — No To Normal

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Let’s be honest: putting your thing out into the world is SCARY! Whether you’re an artist or a coach or a small business owner, it can always be uncomfortable talking about your product or service.

You might start asking yourself “what if no one buys?”

Or “what if people thing I’m being annoying?”

Or, worst yet, “what if no one is paying attention at all and I just hear crickets every time I post?”

And these are all totally natural fears, but they’re getting in your way! Your fear of being annoying or salesy is holding you back from showing up authentically and confidently selling what you have to offer.

In today’s episode, I’m talking with Shaina Braun, founder of the Anti 9-5, about to get over all of those limiting beliefs that are holding you back from showing up, sharing your thing, and making sales!

She’s talking about how often you should post about your offer (spoiler: it’s a lot!) and how to make sure that your content is being seen by the right people at the right time. We’re also digging into finding your path as a multi-passionate person, infusing your business with brand with your own personality, and how to find confidence when you’re first starting out.

In other words, it’s a value-packed conversation and you’re not going to want to miss this one.

Follow the host on Instagram: Instagram (@heydaniellerenee)

Follow today’s guest on Instagram: Instagram (@shainamariebraun)

Get my FREE “Quit Your Job, Not Your Dreams” guide here: Email marketing and digital sales tools that bring your brand to life

Ah, the digital nomad life. Work from beautiful locations all over the world and have total freedom over your schedule every day. Sounds like a dream, right?

Well, today’s guest has made that dream a reality but it took a while to get there. Emily Gillespie, a digital strategist and content creator, spent years working on her side hustle in the evenings and weekends while she worked her 9-5. She finally made the leap to full-time freelancer and today she’s sharing how she did it!

In this episode, we talk about how to:

• find work that doesn’t really feel like work
• stay motivated and inspired when you keep hearing “no”
• confidently leave stability for a life of freedom and flexibility
• find community and guidance from other digital nomads in your shoes

Follow Emily on IG: Instagram (@emilywhoexplores)
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Content creators, influencers, and solo-travelers alike all know the struggle of trying to film content in public. “Are people judging me? Do I look super cringey?” These are common (and totally valid!) thoughts, but you can’t let fear of judgement keep you from creating the content you want.

In this episode, I’m sharing the 6 best tips for tackling the discomfort that comes with public content creation, so you can confidently step in front of the camera no matter where you are. I’m also sharing several of my own anecdotes from filming in public to remind you that you’re not alone.

Happy creating, friends!
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If you’re tired of old-school financial advice that preaches restrictive spending so you can afford a house (because hey, that advice sucks and maybe you don’t even WANT to buy a house), this is the episode for you.

Mimi Cirbusova, a certified financial education instructor and shame-free money mentor, knows that money is a truly personal topic and that one-size-fits-all advice does not work here. In this conversation, Mimi shares her advice for ditching the shame that so often comes with conversations surrounding money, spending money on the things you truly love, and creating joy in your life if you’re on a savings journey.

And we’re getting super personal in this episode as Mimi gives me a little bit of a private coaching moment to help me figure out what my spending trigger is!

Learn more from Mimi over on IG: Instagram (@meadowsweetmoney)

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No to Normal just turned one! *shoots confetti*

That’s right, friends, the podcast is celebrating its one-year anniversary. And in order to celebrate this milestone, I wanted to take a little walk down memory lane and drop the very first guest episode I’ve ever done back in the feed.

My episode with Ainsley Blattel from Modern Rebel is still one of my favorite conversations to date, and I’m excited to share it with newer listeners who maybe missed it the first time around.

THANK YOU for coming along on this journey with me for the past 12-months. I’ll meet you back here next year to celebrate again ;)

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