🎄 If you're already feeling the pressure building - the organizing, planning, shopping, coordinating, gift-giving, cooking, and showing up for everyone - this episode is your permission slip to do the holidays differently this year.

I'm sharing the simple 5-minute morning practice that completely transformed how I show up during the chaos of the holiday season. No huge systems, no complicated routines...just one powerful intention-setting practice that shifts everything.

🔑 WHAT WE COVER:

➡ Why the words you speak to yourself in the morning set the tone for your entire day
➡ The exact 5-minute practice I use to stay grounded (even when things go sideways)
➡ How to answer "How do I want to feel today?" when you're not sure
➡ Examples of powerful daily intentions that actually work
➡ Why you can't control circumstances, but you CAN control your reaction
➡ How to create your own "Hallmark holiday" without the stress

👉 THIS WEEK'S ACTION STEP:
Try the intention-setting practice! Before you do anything else in the morning (before coffee, before Wordle, before carpool) take 3 deep breaths and ask yourself: "How do I want to feel today?" Write it down and watch what shifts.

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🔑 WHAT WE COVER:
If your to-do list never ends and your peace always ends up last, this conversation is your reset.

In this throwback convo with yoga teacher and Reiki master Thara Natalie, we get wildly practical about finding calm in real life—aka between pick-ups, meetings, and the never-ending mental load. 

You’ll learn simple, guilt-free ways to prioritize yourself (yes, in 10–15 minutes) so you can walk into the week with more clarity, energy, and ease—without adding another complicated routine to your plate.

We’ll talk about:
✔ Micro-rituals that fit your day: 10–15 minute meditations you can do in your car, on a walk, or at your desk
✔ Breathwork that actually helps: the easy 4-4-4 pattern to downshift stress fast
✔ Reiki 101: what it is, how virtual sessions work, and why energy blocks can show up as body signals (hello, “knee wisdom”)
✔ Letting go of good-girl guilt: taking a class, a nap, or even a solo trip—on purpose
✔ Sound as medicine: a short sound-bowl moment to reset your nervous system
✔ Redefining balance: why “perfect” isn’t the goal—peace is

👉 THIS WEEK’S ACTION STEP:
Pick one 10-minute window you already have (carpool line, parking lot, between calls). Put “Car Calm: 4-4-4” in your calendar daily for the next 5 days. Hand on heart, hand on belly. Inhale 4 • hold 4 • exhale 4, for 10 minutes. Notice: clearer head, softer shoulders, calmer choices. Bonus: if your mind wanders, don’t make a story—just come back to your breath.

🎯 A FREE Peace & Plenty Strategy Session to create a simple, feel-good self-care plan that fits your actual life (not someone else’s rules) and keeps you accountable when the week gets loud → https://peaceandplenty.as.me/freestrategysession

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**You can find Thara at https://www.instagram.com/tharanatalie/ 

🤔 When was the last time you paused to ask, “What do I actually want to do next?”

✨ In this powerful conversation, I sit down with sisters Marissa and Jamie -recruiters turned career strategists and co-founders of The Dreamcatchers© -to talk about the messy, meaningful reality of career transitions for women in midlife and the twenty-something kids they’re cheering on.

We cover it all—from re-entering the workforce after years away to helping recent grads land that first “real” job (without losing their confidence or your sanity). The Dreamcatchers share how job searching today is less about résumés and more about relationships, why there’s never a perfect time to make a change, and how every phase of life (yes, even parenting and volunteering) can translate into valuable, marketable skills.

Whether you’re a mom in transition or a mentor helping your college grad find their path, this episode is packed with guidance, validation, and practical next steps for both generations.

🔑 WHAT WE COVER:

📌Why job search support should be as common as college counseling
📌The mindset shift women need to re-enter the workforce confidently
📌How networking beats the black hole of online applications every time
📌Helping your twenty-something navigate their first job search without taking over
📌Letting go of prestige and finding purpose in your next chapter

👉 THIS WEEK’S ACTION STEP:
Identify one person in your network—old colleague, friend, or parent connection—and send a genuine message to reconnect. Relationships are the true résumé 🙌🏻

💬 A Little Heads-Up❗️
Yes, I know this show is called Peace & Plenty "in 20"… but this one clocks in more than double 😬. What can I say? When the conversation’s this good, you don’t cut it short. Think of it as Peace & Plenty: The Director’s Cut. And I think it's worth every minute! 🎬

📞 Connect with Marissa & Jamie here:

📧 [email protected] 

👩🏼‍💻 https://www.thedreamcatchers.life/contact.html 

📱https://www.instagram.com/__thedreamcatchers 

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Most midlife women secretly dread their birthdays — not because of age, but because of unmet expectations, disappointment, and the weight of doing everything for everyone else. But what if your birthday could feel like your day again — sacred, joyful, and deeply meaningful?

🔑 WHAT WE COVER:
In this beautiful conversation, I sit down with Tamar Hurwitz Fleming, author of How to Have a Happy Birthday, to reimagine what birthdays can look like in midlife — and how reclaiming this one day can ripple into a more intentional, joy-filled year ahead.

We’ll talk about:
✨ Why birthdays often trigger disappointment — and how to reframe them as sacred pauses
✨ The power of taking charge of your own celebration without guilt or apology
✨ How to design a “birthday philosophy” that feels spiritual, personal, and fun
✨ What to do when life is heavy — and how to honor your birthday through grief or hard seasons
✨ Simple ways to infuse more intention, reflection, and energy into your special day

👉 THIS WEEK’S ACTION STEP:
Start planning your next birthday (no matter how far away it is) as an act of self-honoring.
Ask yourself: What would make this day feel sacred, spacious, and truly mine? Then take one small step — buy the flowers, block the time, or start a “birthday altar” journal page.

🔗 SIGN UP FOR my LIVE, in-person event on October 29: https://alluring-fog-205.myflodesk.com/peaceandplenty

We’ll spend one intentional hour focusing on your intentions, desires, and the permission to celebrate you. 🥳

🎯 Book a FREE Peace & Plenty Strategy Session to create a life that celebrates you — not just on your birthday, but every day → https://peaceandplenty.as.me/freestrategysession  

🔔 SUBSCRIBE to get new episodes every week — your reminder that you don’t need to wait for someone else to celebrate you. You have full permission to make your life feel like your own party. 💃

What if the chaos in your head isn’t a character flaw — but a clue?

In this candid conversation with Otsuka, certified ADHD coach and author of ADHD for Smart Ass Women, we explore how so many bright, high-achieving women go undiagnosed for decades and what happens when they finally understand how their brains actually work.

🔑 WHAT WE COVER

✔️Why ADHD in women often hides beneath perfectionism and people-pleasing
✔️The connection between hormones, anxiety, and working memory
✔️How to tell the difference between “disorganized” and neurodivergent
✔️What changes when you stop forcing yourself to think like everyone else
✔️How to challenge the status quo and build a life that fits your brain

👉 THIS WEEK’S ACTION STEP
Notice one area where you keep trying to do it “the right way.” Ask yourself: "What if my brain’s way is the right way?" Try one small shift that honors your natural rhythm instead of fighting it.

For more resources from Tracy, visit https://tracyotsuka.com/about-tracy  OR https://www.instagram.com/tracyotsuka/

🔗 SIGN UP FOR a FREE strategy session with me: https://peaceandplenty.as.me/freestrategysession 

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🔑 WHAT WE COVER:
In this powerful Part 2 conversation with Coach Dea, we unpack the invisible load so many midlife women are carrying: unspoken expectations, emotional responsibility for others, guilt, resentment, and the pressure to be “the strong one.”

We dive into why we cling to these burdens, how it connects to the “Good Girl” conditioning—and how to finally set it down.

This episode is for the woman who feels tired but can’t explain why, who keeps showing up but feels unseen, and who’s ready to carry less and live more.

👉 THIS WEEK’S ACTION STEP:
 Tonight, before you go to bed, take one sticky note and write down one thought or responsibility that’s been weighing you down today—something you’ve been replaying, overthinking, or beating yourself up about. Stick it on the inside of a cabinet door, say out loud: “I’m setting this down for tonight. I’ll pick it up tomorrow if it really matters.” Then walk away. ✨

🔗 SIGN UP FOR a free Peace & Plenty Strategy Session with me: https://peaceandplenty.as.me/freestrategysession 

🔔 SUBSCRIBE to get new episodes every Wednesday — your midweek reminder that you were never meant to carry it all alone. ✨

For more information on Coach Dea, visit https://www.coachingwithdea.com/

🔑 WHAT WE COVER:

• Why "I can function in chaos" is the most powerful mantra for overwhelmed moms
• The moment Coach Dea took off her "superwoman cape" and why you should too
• How preparing (but not overpreparing) creates flow instead of rigid control
• The difference between helping and serving (and why being "resourced" matters)
• Why faith isn't about finding answers—it's about preparing to receive
• Boundaries reimagined: from walls that stop others to rituals that propel you forward

👉 THIS WEEK’S ACTION STEP:
After this episode, grab your journal or a post-it note and write:

1. My ONE thing for today is: ________.

OR

2. My power sentence is____________________ (example: “I am imperfect, but powerful and ready.”)

Put it where you’ll see it. Tiny moves, big momentum.

🔗 SCHEDULE your free Peace & Plenty strategy session with  me: https://peaceandplenty.as.me/freestrategysession

🔔 SUBSCRIBE to get new episodes every Wednesday—your midweek reminder that imperfection is not brokenness, it's teachability! ✨

Ever wondered how a camera could help you fall back in love with yourself? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Anya Day, a boudoir photographer who creates transformational experiences for women through the lens of authentic beauty.

🔑 WHAT WE COVER:

-Why boudoir photography isn't about nudity—it's about capturing your true essence
-The therapeutic process of being truly SEEN and celebrated as you are right now
-How to overcome the fear and vulnerability of stepping in front of the camera
-The emotional transformation that happens when you stop waiting to be "ready"
-Why celebrating yourself today (not 10 pounds from now) is a radical act of self-love
-Real stories of women reclaiming their confidence through empowering photography

👉 THIS WEEK'S ACTION STEP:
Ask yourself: "What am I waiting for?" Choose ONE thing you've been putting off until you feel "ready"—whether it's a photo session, wearing that dress, or simply looking in the mirror with kindness. This week, do it anyway.

🔗 SIGN UP FOR your free Peace & Plenty Discovery Call: https://peaceandplenty.as.me/freestrategysession

🌟Special offer for P&P listeners: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1i55kax3ulfQZOUqv_JpXK_JfgkyzB0FI/view?usp=sharing

Find Anya on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/anyafotoboudoir?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

🔔 SUBSCRIBE to get new episodes every Wednesday—your midweek reminder that you deserve to see yourself through loving eyes ✨

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🔑 WHAT WE COVER:
This week’s episode is one of the most vulnerable I’ve shared. I’m opening up about what happened after I made peace with food and walked away from dieting—for good.
I’ll walk you through the messy, emotional middle ground:

• When intuitive eating stopped feeling like enough
• What pushed me to consider GLP-1 medications
• Why I resisted, what changed, and how I finally made a choice that aligned with my health, values, and goals
• The support system and perspective shifts that helped me move forward—without shame

Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, weight changes, or a desire to feel better without falling back into old patterns, this episode is for you.

👉 THIS WEEK’S ACTION STEP:
Journal or voice note your response to this:
What is something you know needs to change—but you haven’t given yourself permission to try OR you feel scared or you feel stuck?
You’re not a fraud for evolving. You’re just telling the truth about what you need now.

🔗 SIGN UP for a free Peace & Plenty Strategy Session. If you’re stuck in the messy middle of a big decision—your health, habits, career, or relationships—we’ll figure out what’s next, together: https://peaceandplenty.as.me/freestrategysession

🔔 SUBSCRIBE to get new episodes every Wednesday — your midweek reminder that it’s safe to want more—even after you’ve healed. ✨

🔑 WHAT WE COVER:
If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in the cycle of dieting, chasing the perfect body, or judging your worth by the number on the scale—this episode is for you.

In Part 2 of my personal story, I’m walking you through my 20s, 30s, and 40s—the decades I spent chasing diet after diet, from Weight Watchers to keto, low-carb to extreme plans like HCG and All-In. You’ll hear the behind-the-scenes of my emotional rollercoaster: the weigh-ins, the shame spirals, the short-term wins that never lasted, and the rules that ruled my life.

And then I’ll share the moment everything shifted—the spark that led me to intuitive eating, body trust, and the slow, messy, liberating process of unlearning diet culture for good.

This one is raw. It’s real. And it’s a reminder that you are not broken—and your body never was either. 🫶🏻

👉 THIS WEEK’S ACTION STEP:
Grab a journal or open your voice notes app and reflect on these 3 questions:
➢What diets or food rules have shaped your story?
➢Which of those rules are you still carrying, even now?
➢What beliefs about your body or worth are you ready to release?

You don’t have to burn it all down overnight. But naming it? That’s the first act of freedom.

🔗 SIGN UP FOR a free Peace & Plenty Strategy Session—where we’ll uncover the patterns that keep you stuck, and design a roadmap that honors your real life, your real body, and your real goals.

https://peaceandplenty.as.me/freestrategysession

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