Feeling stuck in your career, overwhelmed by burnout, or unsure whether corporate life is still the right fit? You’re not alone. In this episode, Julia unpacks a powerful question from a listener, Linda, who is navigating a career crossroads after 20+ years in corporate marketing. After stepping away on sabbatical, she’s now wrestling with a big decision—should she return, and if so, what needs to change? Or is it time to move on?

Tune in to learn:
🔥 The key signs that burnout is conquerable vs. a deeper misalignment with your work
🔥 Why leaving a toxic job might not be the solution—and what to address first
🔥 How to make a career decision that aligns with your well-being, values, and success

If you’re struggling with whether to stay or go, this episode will help you gain clarity, confidence, and control over your next career move.

🎧 Press play and start shaping a career that truly works for you!

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Struggling with brain fog, low energy, or unexpected changes in your productivity? You’re not alone. In this episode, Julia sits down with Vanessa and Nina—two high-achieving women navigating menopause while balancing demanding careers. They share their personal experiences, from unexpected symptoms to workplace challenges, and the strategies that helped them reclaim their energy, confidence, and focus.

Tune in to learn:
🔥 How menopause symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and joint pain impact work performance
🔥 The mindset shifts that helped Vanessa and Nina regain control of their time and well-being
🔥 Practical tools for managing energy, setting work boundaries, and avoiding burnout

Whether you're going through menopause, perimenopause, or simply want to prepare for this transition, this episode is packed with real talk and actionable strategies to help you show up as your best self—at work and beyond.

🎧 Press play and take back control of your energy!

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If you’ve ever felt stretched too thin, unsure of your next move, or like you’re doing everything but getting nowhere—this episode is for you.

After taking an unexpected 15-month break from podcasting, Julia Arndt is back with a powerful reflection on the biggest lessons she learned in 2024. She’s sharing what worked, what didn’t, and how YOU can apply these insights to create more focus, energy, and momentum in your own life.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
✨ Why taking a break might be exactly what you need (without guilt)
✨ The power of focusing on one thing at a time to accelerate your success
✨ How taking the right risks can lead to massive breakthroughs

Julia’s journey—from feeling overwhelmed to growing her Instagram to 40K followers and landing a TEDx talk—proves that strategic pauses and intentional choices lead to bigger results. If you're ready to stop spinning your wheels and start moving forward with clarity, this episode will give you the mindset shifts and strategies to make it happen.

🎧 Tune in now and take the first step toward a more aligned and empowered YOU!

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#goodbye2023 #iamtakingabreak

Hi my dear listener, 

Almost 5 years and 250 podcast episodes later...it's time to take a break from it all and recenter. This is a super scary step for me and puts me out of my comfort zone - where we all know the magic happens! So here I am, saying goodbye to 2023 and the reasons why I am taking a break.

In this podcast you will learn:
✨ Why I decided to take a break after 5 years of podcasting
✨ Why you should consider taking a break from something, too
✨ My top 5 episodes to listen to if you want to dive deeper into the world of personal development and well-being

Enjoy listening.
With gratitude,
Julia

My Top 5 Episodes for you:

The Biggest Mistake You Make:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/239713/episodes/2527771-the-biggest-mistake-you-make

How To Manage Stress At Work:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/239713/episodes/9007184-how-to-manage-stress-at-work

How To Develop Discipline:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/239713/episodes/10075519-how-to-develop-discipline

Conversations With Julia: The High Achiever’s Mindset - Break Limits for Extraordinary Results:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/239713/episodes/13099379-new-conversations-with-julia-the-high-achiever-s-mindset-break-limits-for-extraordinary-results

How To Maximize Brain Function:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/239713/episodes/2333585-how-to-maximize-brain-function

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#dreamscometrue #ifyoutakecareofyourselffirst

Hi my dear listener, 

Do you believe this to be true: Dreams come true, if you work really hard for them?! If so, I truly hope you are going to watch and listen to today's podcast episode, because this is a really good one.

In this podcast you will learn:
✨ Why this belief will only get you so far
✨ How to shift your mindset to empower yourself
✨ How to get out of burnout and start living

Enjoy listening.
With gratitude,
Julia

Watch more videos on this topic:
✨ I spent $60K on a business coach, here is what happened: https://youtu.be/bdEG9-3gI5E
✨ Low Self-Confidence At Work? Watch This!: https://youtu.be/Y8szarVHr5o
✨ How to Heal Limiting Beliefs: https://youtu.be/EaIpJIRdG0U

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#investinyourself #investinyoself #youareworthit

Hi my dear listener,

Have you ever sit with the question: How much money are you comfortable investing in yourself?
This was a big one for me this summer as I was in the process of hiring a business coach and a lot of fears came up for me that I had to overcome. In this podcast episode, I share what my experience was like, how much money I ended up investing in myself and why it's always worth to do.

In this podcast you will learn:
✨ How much money I ended up investing in myself
✨ Why it's always worth investing in yourself
✨ 5 specific reasons why you should start investing in yourself

Enjoy listening.
With gratitude,
Julia

Watch more videos on this topic:
✨ I spent $60K on a business coach, here is what happened: https://youtu.be/bdEG9-3gI5E
✨ Low Self-Confidence At Work? Watch This!: https://youtu.be/Y8szarVHr5o
✨ How to Heal Limiting Beliefs: https://youtu.be/EaIpJIRdG0U

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#mindfulness #mindfulpractices #howto

Hi my dear listener,

I am so glad that you are here with me today and that we are spending time together to chat about how to be more mindful.

In this podcast you will learn:
✨ How you can start practicing more mindfulness in your life
✨ My favorite mindfulness practices
✨ How you can be mindful every day

Enjoy listening.
With gratitude,
Julia

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#ai #artificialintelligence #yinandyang #balance #howtofindbalance

Interview with Maria Kellis. Maria is a renowned expert in stress management and resilience-building. With over a decade of experience, she has worked with diverse professionals, helping them harness their potential and navigate challenging environments. Maria holds a Master's degree in Behavioral Psychology and is a certified Life Coach. She's authored several publications and often speaks at international conferences on topics related to emotional well-being, personal development, and workplace productivity.

In this podcast you will learn:
✨ The 4 levels of responsibility
✨ Why the human compontent becomes even more important in AI
✨ How to get into a state of balance

Enjoy listening.
With gratitude,
Julia

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#nervoussystemregulation #regulateyournervoussystem #nervoussystem

In my previous podcast, I taught you about the Polyvagal Theory and the importance of regulating your nervous system. In today's podcast, I want to spend some time with you on different tools to start regulating your nervous system. Listen to the Polyvagal Theory first: https://youtu.be/_i4QmNGWDrs

In this podcast you will learn:
✨ How to start regulating your nervous system
✨ 5 tools to help get into the parasympathetic state
✨ My own stories and experiences on nervous system regulation

Enjoy listening.
With gratitude,
Julia

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Take Your Growth to the Next Level
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#selfdiscovery #selfgrowth #selfdiscoveryjourney

I had the pleasure to sit down this week and record a podcast with you on how you can start your self-discovery journey.

In this podcast you will learn:
✨ How I started my self-discovery journey
✨ 5 different tools on how to get started
✨ Why self-discovery is a life-long journey

Enjoy listening.
With gratitude,
Julia

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Take Your Growth to the Next Level
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