"Everything is perfect - and take action. Accept what is, but don’t forget to move toward what you want with love."

When life feels chaotic or overwhelming, it’s easy to get stuck in frustration and fear. In this episode, Erica shares a powerful mindset shift - embracing the idea that “everything is perfect - and take action” - to help you move through tough times with grace and purpose. She also introduces a simple, practical technique - “GROWL” - to help you calm your mind, clarify what matters, and take meaningful steps forward.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• "Everything is perfect - and take action": Learn to accept situations as they are while simultaneously working toward meaningful change.

• The GROWL Technique: A simple five-minute exercise to shift your energy, identify what you truly want, and take peaceful, productive action.

• Love in Action: Real love isn’t passive - it’s about setting boundaries, taking a stand, and showing up in ways that align with your highest self.

Your Next Step: When you feel overwhelmed, try the “GROWL” exercise and share how it worked for you. Follow this podcast, and let's keep growing and navigating life’s dumpster fires together!

About the Podcast

Welcome to The Erica Ballard Show — a podcast that talks about all things personal growth and spirituality. In each episode, I’ll share how you can actualize what you’ve been learning so you can live as your soul intended. Because let’s face it, that’s the goal here on earth, and if you’re listening to this podcast, I know that’s what you want.

This show features personal stories, Q&A calls, and heart-to-heart conversations with spiritual teachers about their journey and how they finally figured out how to live in this world without being dragged down by it. 

Follow Erica @ericaballard_ for daily inspiration, and visit https://www.ericaballard.co/ for show notes, discount codes, and additional resources. Also, rate, review, and subscribe to the show wherever you’re listening so you never miss a single episode!

Credits

Andrew edited and mixed the podcast at 51 features. Connect at andrew {at} 51features {dot} com or https://treasuremint.com.

"Manifestation isn’t about wishing harder; it’s about understanding your inner world. Heal your mind, body, and environment, and watch your reality transform."

In the return of The Erica Ballard Show, Erica explores the misconceptions surrounding manifestation and offers practical, science-backed advice for creating the life you want. Instead of fixating on "manifesting" things into existence, Erica breaks down three actionable steps to align your desires with your subconscious beliefs, expand your awareness, and make consistent progress toward your goals. This is a refreshing, grounded take on blending personal growth with spirituality for everyday people with busy lives.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• Expand Your Consciousness: Erica explains why broadening your perspective on what's possible is the first step in creating your dream life. She shares practical ways to “break your brain” through new experiences, learning about universal laws, and embracing spiritual concepts that challenge your current mindset.

• Uncover Your Blocks: Manifestation struggles often stem from subconscious beliefs holding you back. Erica guides you through identifying and addressing these hidden barriers so that your goals align with your true desires.

• Heal and Rewire: True transformation happens when you actively reprogram old patterns and beliefs. Erica highlights the importance of healing your mind, body, and environment while integrating new habits that support your growth.

Your Next Step: Spend a few quiet moments visualizing your desires, notice any resistance, and start uncovering the root of what’s blocking you from achieving your goals. And don’t forget to hit Follow on this podcast for more actionable personal growth and spirituality tips. Share this episode with a friend who could use some inspiration, and let’s grow together!

About the Podcast

Welcome to The Erica Ballard Show — a podcast that talks about all things personal growth and spirituality. In each episode, I’ll share how you can actualize what you’ve been learning so you can live as your soul intended. Because let’s face it, that’s the goal here on earth, and if you’re listening to this podcast, I know that’s what you want. 

This show features personal stories, Q&A calls, and heart-to-heart conversations with spiritual teachers about their journey and how they finally figured out how to live in this world without being dragged down by it. 

Follow Erica @ericaballard_ for daily inspiration, and visit https://www.ericaballard.co/ for show notes, discount codes, and additional resources. Also, rate, review, and subscribe to the show wherever you’re listening so you never miss a single episode!

Credits

Andrew edited and mixed the podcast at 51 features. Connect at andrew {at} 51features {dot} com or https://treasuremint.com.

We hear the message of "be present, be here now" all the time, but, man, it feels so hard to commit to being present. That’s why, in this episode, we explore the real reasons being present matters as I’ve found knowing the true whys makes it easier to be where your feet are planted.  So, tune in to learn why being present really matters and how it connects you to what is really yours. 

To learn more about 1:1 coaching, sign up for a free discovery call now. 

To book a 75-minute Clarity Call with Erica, visit https://www.iamericaballard.com/claritycall 

About The Erica Ballard Show 

The Erica Ballard Show is a podcast for women ready to wake up to their true power. Through conversation and story, we examine what really has to change to go from where you are to where you want to be. 

About Erica Ballard

Erica is a woman who thought pinstripe suits, a size 4 body, and a corner office were the markings of success. But, after chasing those things, Erica realized that none of that stuff would make her happy (like, really happy). Because, as it turns out, her version of success looked much different than what she was conditioned to believe it should look like. After accepting that truth and honoring her own, Erica now lives a life she loves and is on a mission to help other women do the same through life coaching, women-focused workshops, and social media. Learn more about her at www.iamericaballard.com.  

Ready to make a difference? Connect with Erica on Instagram and LinkedIn.

I don’t know about you, but, personally, I want to hear from people going up from the mountain instead of from people bragging about their summit. That’s why, in today’s episode, I’m hanging with my dear friend (and business leader, coach, and podcaster) Jacqueline Martinez to talk about lessons from the mountain or, to be precise, the lessons we’re learning as we climb our mountains (i.e. face the challenges of life). We cover:

- Where we are on our own personal mountains and why we want to talk with you about them

- Why it’s okay to take a conscious step back from doing the inner work 

- What we’re focused on right now and why we think will matters to you 

- The stronghold sadness had in my life and what I’m doing to heal it

- Steps Jacqueline is taking to maneuver through her new life chapter and why

- The importance of community while doing the innerwork

To learn more about 1:1 coaching, sign up for a free discovery call now. 

To book a 75-minute Clarity Call with Erica, visit https://www.iamericaballard.com/claritycall 

About Jacqueline Martinez

Jacqueline Martinez is a talent finder, culture builder, career mentor, business leader, and keynote speaker who loves to help people build bridges in their careers. Whether they are connecting with their ideal career, their brand, or talent in the market, she helps them do it in the way that works for them.

Jacqueline found Human Design to be the perfect bridge builder that allows people and businesses to make the most confident decisions based on their inner authority. She started consulting as “Off the Record” HR as her way to bridge the gap between “how we’ve always done it” and aligned + individual way most natural to people and teams.

Through all her work in Recruiting, HR, Career Coaching, Podcasting, and Consulting, she naturally finds that she’s inspiring people to connect with their desires and become aware and motivated to go after what’s possible for them.

Jacqueline’s a wife, a mom of three, a killer home chef, and an adventurous dork who would prefer to be in the woods or outside any day.

 >> Learn more about her at www.offtherecordhr.com

>> Connect with Jacqueline on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter

>> Join The Modern Woman Community

About The Erica Ballard Show 

The Erica Ballard Show is a podcast for women ready to wake up to their true power. Through conversation and story, we examine what really has to change to go from where you are to where you want to be. 

About Erica Ballard

Erica is a woman who thought pinstripe suits, a size 4 body, and a corner office were the markings of success. But, after chasing those things, Erica realized that none of that stuff would make her happy (like, really happy). Because, as it turns out, her version of success looked much different than what she was conditioned to believe it should look like. After accepting that truth and honoring her own, Erica now lives a life she loves and is on a mission to help other women do the same through life coaching, women-focused workshops, and social media. Learn more about her at www.iamericaballard.com.  

Ready to make a difference? Connect with Erica on Instagram and LinkedIn.

We’ve been sold the message that we need to “run into discomfort” to grow. But can I tell you something? That’s horse sh*t. Because, yes, we have to get uncomfortable, but we don’t always have to rub up against our trauma and live in a perpetuated state of fear to grow. There’s a different way. And spoiler: it’s learning how to stretch safely – which is what this episode is all about. So, tune in to learn how I learned this lesson and how to stretch yourself in a way that feels safe. 

To learn more about 1:1 coaching, sign up for a free discovery call now. 

To book a 75-minute Clarity Call with Erica, visit https://www.iamericaballard.com/claritycall 

About The Erica Ballard Show 

The Erica Ballard Show is a podcast for women ready to wake up to their true power. Through conversation and story, we examine what really has to change to go from where you are to where you want to be. 

About Erica Ballard

Erica is a woman who thought pinstripe suits, a size 4 body, and a corner office were the markings of success. But, after chasing those things, Erica realized that none of that stuff would make her happy (like, really happy). Because, as it turns out, her version of success looked much different than what she was conditioned to believe it should look like. After accepting that truth and honoring her own, Erica now lives a life she loves and is on a mission to help other women do the same through life coaching, women-focused workshops, and social media. Learn more about her at www.iamericaballard.com.  

Ready to make a difference? Connect with Erica on Instagram and LinkedIn.

So here’s the deal: Most of us are letting our inner child dictate our actions as an adult. And that sucks. Because when we (unknowingly) let our little selves run the show, they don’t use the knowledge we’ve gained as an adult to make decisions, calculate risk, etc. Which is a large reason why we find ourselves repeating scenarios we don't want to. 

Hence why I invited Certified Financial Recovery Counselor and Business Coach Sheryl Kosovski on the show to talk about the Inner Child. Because we have to learn how to differentiate between the voice of our inner child and our adult selves if we are to step into the person we know we’re meant to be. So, come take a listen as Sheryl and I explore:

- What the inner child is and why it matters

- Why the inner child “acts out” and the real reason she wants you to listen to her

- Tell-tale signs your inner child is driving the bus

- Exercises to develop a relationship with your inner child

- Ways to preserve the positive parts of your inner child 

- How the inner child leads to greater authenticity and personal growth

Note: The sound quality is a little off.

About Sheryl Kosovski

Sheryl Kosovski of Self-Worth.coach is a certified Financial Recovery Counselor and Business Coach. Working with Sheryl is an opportunity to create a new vision for your life and change how you see yourself regarding money. She works with individuals and entrepreneurs who don’t feel they are experts in business or finance but are great at what they do. 

Sheryl teaches her clients how to get and stay out of debt, save, manage their money, make more money, and create lasting financial security without depriving themselves in the process. She helps them see their value, so they come to believe they are worthy of more. She has helped thousands of clients see that by taking care of their money they can better take care of themselves and the people they love.

Sheryl has been a coach for 14 years and has been a professor of entrepreneurship at Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, Indiana. Her first career was as a visual artist. She still makes time to work on her artwork but her passion is helping others have the money to realize their dreams. 

>> Know more about Sheryl on https://self-worth.coach/

>> Here’s how to join her Spiritual Doll-Making Class

About The Erica Ballard Show 

The Erica Ballard Show is a podcast for women ready to wake up to their true power. Through conversation and story, we examine what really has to change to go from where you are to where you want to be. 

About Erica Ballard

Erica is a woman who thought pinstripe suits, a size 4 body, and a corner office were the markings of success. But, after chasing those things, Erica realized that none of that stuff would make her happy (like, really happy). Because, as it turns out, her version of success looked much different than what she was conditioned to believe it should look like. After accepting that truth and honoring her own, Erica now lives a life she loves and is on a mission to help other women do the same through life coaching, women-focused workshops, and social media. Learn more about her at www.iamericaballard.com.  

Ready to make a difference? Connect with Erica on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Do you ever find yourself caught in a loop of worry, guilt, self-sabotage, or emotional eating? If so, this episode is for you. Because, in it, I explain why this happens and how to move past habitual patterns that no longer serve you. In this episode we also explore the mindset needed to fully release you from the loop of guilt/worry/etc. and we dive into the importance of self-compassion and understanding in this process. So, if you're ready to break the cycle of your habits and step into a new way of being, tune in now. 

To learn more about 1:1 coaching, sign up for a free discovery call now. 

To book a 75-minute Clarity Call with Erica, visit https://www.iamericaballard.com/claritycall 

About The Erica Ballard Show 

The Erica Ballard Show is a podcast for women ready to wake up to their true power. Through conversation and story, we examine what really has to change to go from where you are to where you want to be. 

About Erica Ballard

Erica is a woman who thought pinstripe suits, a size 4 body, and a corner office were the markings of success. But, after chasing those things, Erica realized that none of that stuff would make her happy (like, really happy). Because, as it turns out, her version of success looked much different than what she was conditioned to believe it should look like. After accepting that truth and honoring her own, Erica now lives a life she loves and is on a mission to help other women do the same through life coaching, women-focused workshops, and social media. Learn more about her at www.iamericaballard.com.  

Ready to make a difference? Connect with Erica on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Have you ever loved something but the thought of doing it for the long term brought up intense emotions? Well, that happened to me recently and we’re going to talk about it. In today’s episode, I'm a thousand percent transparent with you and share why I questioned continuing podcasting and how my inner critic made me question the impact of my words, and if it was worth my time. I also share how I got curious about my own thoughts and emotions around that question and learned to sit with them long enough to question their validity. And I lay out how my inner critic made me question the impact of my words and if it was worth my time. So let's dive in and talk about how I almost didn't record this podcast.

To learn more about 1:1 coaching, sign up for a free discovery call now. 

To book a 75-minute Clarity Call with Erica, visit https://www.iamericaballard.com/claritycall 

About The Erica Ballard Show 

The Erica Ballard Show is a podcast for women ready to wake up to their true power. Through conversation and story, we examine what really has to change to go from where you are to where you want to be. 

About Erica Ballard

Erica is a woman who thought pinstripe suits, a size 4 body, and a corner office were the markings of success. But, after chasing those things, Erica realized that none of that stuff would make her happy (like, really happy). Because, as it turns out, her version of success looked much different than what she was conditioned to believe it should look like. After accepting that truth and honoring her own, Erica now lives a life she loves and is on a mission to help other women do the same through life coaching, women-focused workshops, and social media. Learn more about her at www.iamericaballard.com.  

Ready to make a difference? Connect with Erica on Instagram and LinkedIn.

It’s easy to get so caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life that you can’t even see where you are blocked. I know this from working with my clients, but I also know this from personal experience. In fact, just recently, my coach caught my blind spot of receiving and helped me do the work to open up to receive. And, Lord, I needed that help but I had no idea until she pointed it out. 

If you’re still reading this, you can probably relate – which is why I recorded this episode. Because I know many of the people I serve have trouble receiving, whether it be love, support, opportunities, or abundance. But, friend, allowing yourself to be receptive is key to becoming who you want to be as it attracts the things you want. That being said, there are a few important nuances to receiving that isn’t talked about a lot in the self-development world. And that makes it hard for many to open up to receiving. That’s why, in this episode, we explore different ways and tools to open yourself up to receive and exactly how it enhances your life. So, if you're ready to live a more abundant and prosperous life, join me on this episode of self-discovery.

To learn more about 1:1 coaching, sign up for a free discovery call now. 

To book a 75-minute Clarity Call with Erica, visit https://www.iamericaballard.com/claritycall 

About The Erica Ballard Show 

The Erica Ballard Show is a podcast for women ready to wake up to their true power. Through conversation and story, we examine what really has to change to go from where you are to where you want to be. 

About Erica Ballard

Erica is a woman who thought pinstripe suits, a size 4 body, and a corner office were the markings of success. But, after chasing those things, Erica realized that none of that stuff would make her happy (like, really happy). Because, as it turns out, her version of success looked much different than what she was conditioned to believe it should look like. After accepting that truth and honoring her own, Erica now lives a life she loves and is on a mission to help other women do the same through life coaching, women-focused workshops, and social media. Learn more about her at www.iamericaballard.com.  

Ready to make a difference? Connect with Erica on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Want to be more productive? Ready to feel better overall? Then, girl, you better get your body right as it’s a key tool to being successful in any endeavor. To be clear, though, “get your body right” doesn’t mean, “you better drop weight and become a size 6.” It means you’ve got to get to a place where you physically feel good day-in-and-day-out. Which I know isn’t the easier thing to do as the internet is full of lies. Hence why I brought on nutritional therapist Diane Teall Evans to talk to us today. In this episode, she explains why we can’t do Lamborghini things on an empty tank, which food myths are holding our health hostage, and how to prioritize our bodies once and for all.  We also cover:

- Practical ways to support your health for better productivity and mood

- How to improve your diet and energy without giving up everything you love

- The mind/body connection and why it matters when you’re going after big things in life

- Clear indicators that your body is (or isn’t) working properly

- Myths of the diet industry and how to overcome them 

- Where functional labs fit in, plus which labs are helpful and which are total duds 

About Diane Teall Evans

Diane Teall Evans is a certified nutritional therapist and she guides women through healing their gut, so they can balance their energy, hormones, and beyond. Her approach to wellness is “edu-tainment” – educating and entertaining her community with actionable steps and information to sustainably improve their diet and lifestyle. Diane’s practice is online-based, offering 1:1 nutritional therapy services to women in the United States and beyond. She is the founder of Root Cause Reset, her signature nutritional therapy program that teaches women how to find and address the root cause of their health concerns. Diane also co-hosts Get Your Shit Together, a digestible health and fitness meet pop culture podcast. Offline you'll find her traveling, snuggling Doug her pug, and going H.A.M. in the (Costco) club.

>> Connect with Diane on Instagram

>> Listen to Get Your Shit Together as well

>> Grab Diane's free gut health guide

>> Join Root Cause Reset Course

About The Erica Ballard Show 

The Erica Ballard Show is a podcast for women ready to wake up to their true power. Through conversation and story, we examine what really has to change to go from where you are to where you want to be. 

About Erica Ballard

Erica is a woman who thought pinstripe suits, a size 4 body, and a corner office were the markings of success. But, after chasing those things, Erica realized that none of that stuff would make her happy (like, really happy). Because, as it turns out, her version of success looked much different than what she was conditioned to believe it should look like. After accepting that truth and honoring her own, Erica now lives a life she loves and is on a mission to help other women do the same through life coaching, women-focused workshops, and social media. Learn more about her at www.iamericaballard.com.  

Ready to make a difference? Connect with Erica on Instagram and LinkedIn.