The FIERCE Framework - Becoming fierce through messy action, baby steps, & cultivating confidence.

Reinventing yourself sounds exciting… until you’re actually in it.

In this episode, I’m joined by Mary and Shauna for a real, honest conversation about what it actually looks like to step into a new chapter of your life especially when it feels uncertain, uncomfortable, or just plain scary.

We talk about the messy middle of growth. The part where you’re letting go of who you’ve always been, but you’re not fully sure who you’re becoming yet.

I share my own experience of releasing the identity of being “the responsible one” and how that role, while helpful at one point, started to feel draining and out of alignment. Shauna opens up about reinventing her life after divorce, and Mary talks about shifting away from rigid expectations and learning to trust the unknown.

This conversation is a reminder that reinvention isn’t about becoming someone completely different overnight. It’s about making small, intentional changes, building self-trust, and allowing your next chapter to unfold over time.

We also dive into:

• Why fear and courage exist at the same time (and why that’s a good thing)

• Letting go of identities that no longer fit

• The role of self-reflection in personal growth

• How to stay grounded in gratitude while still wanting more

• The importance of surrounding yourself with supportive people

If you’ve been feeling the pull to change something in your life, but you’re not sure where to start, this episode will meet you right where you are.

🔑 Key Takeaways

• Reinvention isn’t a one-time decision. It’s a series of small, intentional choices

• You don’t have to feel confident to start, you just need the courage to start

• Letting go of an old identity can feel uncomfortable, even when it’s necessary

• You can be grateful for your life and still want more for yourself

• Growth takes time. There’s no sustainable shortcut

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Get to know Mary better!

Mary Dibble is a proud wife, mom of three, and an award-winning Life Purpose and Goal Success Master Life Coach. Named 2024 Best Parent Coach by Life Coach Code, she helps motivated moms break free from the conventional path and create a life of purpose, passion, and abundance. Having overcome addiction, abuse, and self-doubt, Mary uses her personal journey and proven strategies to empower moms to step into their full potential. As the host of Radiant Mom Rising podcast she’s on a mission to help moms thrive in both life and business.  

Website: https://marydibblecoaching.com/ 

Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4n1HD5UzBKbGgnYrIJlFId?si=267b9c5ac2bd413d 

Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radiant-mom-rising-grow-your-business-honor-motherhood/id1708145614 

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@marydibble16?si=JtN6KRXojSmNDdqC 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marydcoaching/ FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/mary.dibble.2025 

Get to know Shauna better!

Shauna B is a Life Reinvention and Empowerment Coach, Mom of 3, Podcast Host

and Adventure Seeker. Below are ways to connect more with her resources, and

freebies. If you loved this episode leave a review or send her a quick message.

~ Join or get more information on EmpowerHer Community for support &

accountability: https://go.igniteddecisions.com/empowerhercommunity 

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Big goals can feel exciting… and overwhelming at the same time. If you’ve ever looked at a dream you care about and thought “Where do I even start?” you’re not alone.

In this episode, I’m talking about the balance between keeping your big vision in mind while focusing on the small steps that actually move you forward.

I share one of my favorite ways to think about progress: holding both the bird’s-eye view of your goals and the tiny mouse steps that help you get there. Because while the vision gives us direction, it’s the small, doable actions that create real momentum.

I also talk about how ADHD, perfectionism, and overwhelm can make big goals feel impossible—and how breaking things down into milestones and manageable steps can completely change the experience.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, scattered, or unsure how to move forward with a big dream, this episode will help you shift your perspective and start making progress again.

Because the truth is: dreams don’t become reality all at once—they’re built one small step at a time.

Key Takeaways:

• Big goals require both vision and small, consistent action.
• A bird’s-eye view helps you stay connected to your bigger purpose.
• Tiny, manageable steps make progress feel achievable.• Breaking goals into milestones helps you avoid overwhelm and stay focused.
• The fastest way to build momentum is simply to start with the smallest step available.

If this conversation helped you rethink how you approach big goals, I’d love for you to share the episode or send it to a friend who might need the reminder that small steps still count.

And if you're working toward something meaningful right now, ask yourself one simple question:

What’s the smallest step I could take today?

That step is where progress begins.

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If you’ve ever had a big dream but felt stuck on how to actually make it happen, this episode is for you.

In this episode, I’m sharing the first two steps of my dream-achievement framework: Focus and Initiate. We talk about why dreaming isn’t the hard part, execution is and how most people get overwhelmed by trying to change everything at once.

I walk you through a real example from my own life: my long-term goal of spending winters on a beach instead of freezing in Colorado. I break down how I turned that vague dream into a tangible goal, mapped out milestones, and started taking consistent action even when motivation wasn’t there.

This conversation is especially for my ADHD folks who tend to juggle too many goals at once and end up stuck. We talk about how to choose one priority for a season, anchor new actions to existing routines, and build momentum through small, doable steps.

This episode is part of a larger podcast framework I’ll be guiding you through over the coming months, covering Initiate, Empower, Romanticize, Cultivate, and Execute so you can stop waiting for the “right time” and start creating a life that actually fits you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Why having a dream isn’t enough and what actually turns it into reality

• The difference between vague dreams and actionable goals

• How small milestones build confidence for bigger dreams

  
  

Key Topics Covered

• Turning dreams into goals you can act on

• Focus as the foundation for sustainable progress

• Breaking big dreams into milestones and next steps

• You don’t need to figure out the entire path, you just need the next step

• Focus is a strategy, not a limitation

• Initiating action matters more than feeling motivated

• One clear priority beats ten half-started goals

• Small, consistent steps compound into real change

• Dreams become achievable when they’re tangible and time-bound

Action Step for Listeners

Pick one dream you’ve been holding onto and ask yourself:

• What would make this more specific?

• What’s one milestone I could aim for in the next 3–6 months?

• What is one small action I could take this week to initiate momentum?

You don’t need a perfect plan. You just need to start.

Work With Me

If you want support turning your goals into something sustainable (especially if you have ADHD and traditional goal-setting hasn’t worked for you), I’d love to help. Coaching is where we take this framework and apply it directly to your life, your energy, and your priorities. Setup an intro call here: https://calendly.com/thefierceframework/business-strategy-session 

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If you’ve been feeling behind, impatient with your progress, or quietly wondering if you’re doing life “wrong,” this episode is for you.

This episode is all about trusting the process, honoring the journey you’re in, and understanding that who you are becoming is shaped in the moments that feel uncomfortable, slow, or messy.

In this episode, we talk about: 

• Why the journey itself is required to become your future self

• Redefining failure and questioning whether it actually exists the way we were taught

• Creating community and learning how to intentionally build a support system instead of trying to do everything alone

• Letting yourself feel your feelings and “complete the circuit” instead of numbing or rushing past them

• Giving yourself permission to do life messy, imperfect, and one step at a time
  

Key Takeaways:

• Growth isn’t about rushing through steps, it’s about living them. Every season, challenge, pause, and pivot is shaping you into the person you’re becoming.

• When you stop fighting the process and start trusting it, everything begins to shift. Trusting that you’ll figure out the next step as you go allows you to be present in the moment and get those most out of the step you’re on right now. 

• Trusting the process doesn’t mean doing nothing. It means staying engaged, supported, and willing to take the next honest step.

• Emotions are not something to fix or avoid. Feeling them fully is part of how growth actually completes.

• You are not behind. You are learning, becoming, and building something real in your own timing.

  
  

  Listen If You’re:

• Feeling behind in life or questioning your progress

• Navigating a transition and unsure who you’re becoming

• Craving deeper support, connection, or community

• Learning how to trust yourself and your decisions

• Ready to stop rushing your life and start honoring your process

  
  

  Mentions + Resources:

• Follow MaryBeth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefierceframework/ 

• Join the email list! Use the link below to make sure you don’t miss another Saturday morning love letter from me. 👉 https://thefierceframework.myflodesk.com/list  

Get to know Mary better!

Mary Dibble is a proud wife, mom of three, and an award-winning Life Purpose and Goal Success Master Life Coach. Named 2024 Best Parent Coach by Life Coach Code, she helps motivated moms break free from the conventional path and create a life of purpose, passion, and abundance. Having overcome addiction, abuse, and self-doubt, Mary uses her personal journey and proven strategies to empower moms to step into their full potential. As the host of Radiant Mom Rising podcast she’s on a mission to help moms thrive in both life and business.  

Website: https://marydibblecoaching.com/ 

Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4n1HD5UzBKbGgnYrIJlFId?si=267b9c5ac2bd413d 

Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radiant-mom-rising-grow-your-business-honor-motherhood/id1708145614 

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@marydibble16?si=JtN6KRXojSmNDdqC 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marydcoaching/ FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/mary.dibble.2025 

Get to know Shauna better!

Shauna B is a Life Reinvention and Empowerment Coach, Mom of 3, Podcast Host

and Adventure Seeker. Below are ways to connect more with her resources, and

freebies. If you loved this episode leave a review or send her a quick message.

~ Join or get more information on EmpowerHer Community for support &

accountability: https://go.igniteddecisions.com/empowerhercommunity 

~Head on over to www.igniteddecisions.com for downloadable goodies and videos

that will boost your week.

~Email me at [email protected] to share your take aways, topic ideas

or stories.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/igniteddecisions 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ignited_decisions/ 

In this episode, I’m diving into something that comes up constantly for ambitious, multi-passionate people, especially ADHDers: what do you do when your goals feel like they’re competing with each other?

I talk through my own experience of postponing solo travel plans because of financial instability and the guilt spiral that followed. Was I being responsible or was I betraying myself? That question opened up a much bigger conversation about how we make decisions, what we label as “conflicting priorities,” and how often we frame choices in a way that automatically makes us lose.

We explore how zooming out can completely change the decision. Instead of seeing goals as opposing forces, I invite you to look at them as interconnected parts of a larger mission. Financial stability, travel, career growth, rest, parenting, and self-care aren’t separate identities competing for attention. They’re all expressions of what you value.

I also talk about self-trust. Not the motivational quote version, but the real kind that’s built through honesty, regular check-ins, and the ability to rebuild trust with yourself when plans change. Because the real fear usually isn’t choosing one goal over another. It’s worrying you won’t come back to the one you paused.

If you’ve ever felt stuck between two “right” choices or afraid that picking one path means abandoning another forever, this episode is for you.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• Why goals often feel competitive when they’re actually connected

• The difference between personal goals and socially imposed expectations

• How zooming out helps you make decisions without self-betrayal

• How to tell when a choice is a pause versus a quit

• Using the “five whys” to uncover your real motivation

• How to rebuild self-trust after delays, detours, or setbacks

Key Takeaways:

• Competing goals are often part of the same bigger mission

• Not every season allows for everything, and that’s not a failure

• Clarifying why you want something matters more than the timeline

• Self-care supports responsibility, it doesn’t undermine it

• Choosing one priority doesn’t mean abandoning the others

• The real decision is often whether you trust yourself to come back

If you’re feeling torn between goals right now, I want you to know this: you’re not doing it wrong. You’re navigating complexity. And that requires more honesty and self-trust than hustle culture ever prepared us for.

You’re allowed to choose what fits this season while still honoring the bigger vision for your life. And you’re allowed to change your mind, recalibrate, and rebuild trust with yourself along the way.

If this episode resonated, come connect with me on social media or join my newsletter where we keep having these conversations about sustainable growth, aligned decision-making, and doing life without burning yourself out 🖤

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In this episode, I’m talking about something that can feel deeply uncomfortable for driven, growth-oriented people, especially those of us with big dreams and ADHD brains: choosing to pause instead of pushing forward.

I explore the difference between being ready and being prepared, and why waiting doesn’t automatically mean you’re quitting, failing, or betraying yourself. Using my own experience of postponing a long-planned trip to Belize, I share how stepping back for a year allowed me to build financial stability, pay down debt, and create habits that made the experience far more aligned and enjoyable when I finally went.

We also dig into the tension between action and perfectionism. I talk about how growth often feels awkward and inauthentic at first, and why that doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong. 

Becoming a new version of yourself is a process, not a performance, and clarity usually comes after you start moving, not before.

This episode is especially for you if you’re wrestling with big decisions, questioning whether you’re moving too fast or too slow, or feeling guilt about postponing a goal that still matters to you. Sometimes, taking a step back isn’t avoidance. Sometimes, it’s strategy.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• The difference between feeling ready and being truly prepared

• Why stepping back can actually support long-term goals

• How perfectionism can disguise itself as “waiting for clarity”

• Why growth can feel forced or inauthentic before it feels natural

• How I reframed postponing my Belize trip as alignment, not failure

• Balancing practical realities like debt and finances with big life dreams

• How to tell the difference between intentional preparation and avoidance

Key Takeaways:

• Pausing can be a powerful, aligned choice, not a step backward

• Growth often feels awkward before it feels authentic

• Clarity and confidence are built through action and reflection, not perfection

• Postponing a goal doesn’t mean abandoning it

• Financial stability and dream-building don’t have to be opposing forces

• Trusting yourself sometimes means choosing the slower, steadier path

If you’re in a season where you’re questioning your pace, I want you to hear this clearly: you’re not behind. Sometimes the most self-trusting thing you can do is give yourself time to prepare, even when everything in you wants to rush ahead.

If this episode resonated, come hang out with me on social media or join my newsletter, where I share more about sustainable growth, burnout-free progress, and building a life that actually fits you.

You’re allowed to move forward thoughtfully. And you’re allowed to take your time 🖤

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In this honest and heartfelt panel conversation, I’m joined by my friends Shauna B and Mary Dibble for a real discussion about burnout, what it actually looks like in everyday life, and why it’s so easy to miss the warning signs until we hit a breaking point.

We talk openly about the moments that forced us to slow down, the conditioning that keeps us in survival mode, and the small but powerful mindset shifts that helped us begin refueling without guilt.

This isn’t a conversation about doing more or managing your time better. It’s about understanding why burnout happens in the first place and how to reconnect with your energy, clarity, and sense of self before everything feels overwhelming.

If you’re a working mom, an overachiever, or someone who gives deeply to others while quietly neglecting yourself, this episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and remember that you deserve care too.

In this episode, we explore:

• The subtle and often ignored signs of burnout beyond physical exhaustion

• Why so many of us push past our limits and struggle to rest

• How societal pressure and survival mode keep women stuck in depletion

• Simple, practical ways to recharge your energy even in busy seasons

• The mindset shift that allows rest without guilt or self-judgment

Key Takeaways:

• Burnout doesn’t always look like being tired. It often shows up as irritability, brain fog, emotional disconnection, or feeling numb

• You don’t need a full day off to refuel. Small, intentional pauses can restore energy and clarity

• You don’t have to wait for a breakdown to give yourself permission to slow down

• Reclaiming your energy starts with awareness, self-trust, and compassion

Mentions + Resources:

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Get to know Mary better!

Mary Dibble is a proud wife, mom of three, and an award-winning Life Purpose and Goal Success Master Life Coach. Named 2024 Best Parent Coach by Life Coach Code, she helps motivated moms break free from the conventional path and create a life of purpose, passion, and abundance. Having overcome addiction, abuse, and self-doubt, Mary uses her personal journey and proven strategies to empower moms to step into their full potential. As the host of Radiant Mom Rising podcast she’s on a mission to help moms thrive in both life and business.  

Website: https://marydibblecoaching.com/ 

Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4n1HD5UzBKbGgnYrIJlFId?si=267b9c5ac2bd413d 

Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radiant-mom-rising-grow-your-business-honor-motherhood/id1708145614 

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@marydibble16?si=JtN6KRXojSmNDdqC 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marydcoaching/ FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/mary.dibble.2025 

Get to know Shauna better!

Shauna B is a Life Reinvention and Empowerment Coach, Mom of 3, Podcast Host

and Adventure Seeker. Below are ways to connect more with her resources, and

freebies. If you loved this episode leave a review or send her a quick message.

~ Join or get more information on EmpowerHer Community for support &

accountability: https://go.igniteddecisions.com/empowerhercommunity ~Head on over to www.igniteddecisions.com for downloadable goodies and videos

that will boost your week.

~Email me at [email protected] to share your take aways, topic ideas

or stories.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/igniteddecisions 

 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ignited_decisions/

In this episode, I’m focusing on a part of goal setting that’s often overlooked but absolutely essential: recognizing progress.

So many of us set goals, take action, and then immediately move the finish line without ever pausing to notice what we’ve actually accomplished. I talk about why that pattern is especially draining for people with ADHD, and how failing to acknowledge progress can quietly kill motivation, even when you’re doing “everything right.”

We explore how recognizing progress isn’t about forced positivity or fake celebration. It’s about gathering useful data. When you pause and reflect on what’s working, what’s getting easier, and where you’re consistently showing up, you gain clarity about how to set better goals moving forward.

I also share how looking at past progress helps you choose more realistic goal sizes and timelines. Instead of guessing what you should be able to do, you can base your future plans on real evidence from your life. That shift alone can reduce overwhelm and self-criticism almost immediately.

Throughout the episode, I encourage listeners to treat progress as information, not judgment. When you recognize your effort and results, even the small ones, goal setting becomes more supportive, sustainable, and aligned with how you actually function.

If traditional goal setting has left you feeling behind, discouraged, or stuck in all-or-nothing thinking, this episode offers a more compassionate and effective way forward.

Key Takeaways:

• Recognizing progress is a critical part of sustainable goal setting

• Progress provides data that helps you set more realistic future goals

• Pausing to reflect prevents burnout and constant goal-shifting

• Small wins matter, especially for maintaining motivation with ADHD

• Progress is information, not a measure of your worth or discipline

• Reviewing past effort helps you choose better timelines and goal sizes

• Goal setting works best when it’s grounded in what’s already happening
  

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🗓️ Join the Workshop

If you’re local to Colorado Springs, come join me for the Plan Your Year Workshop — an in-person event designed to help entrepreneurs and creatives reflect, realign, and set a plan that actually feels good. I’d love your feedback and ideas as I shape the event!

👉 https://thefierceframework.myflodesk.com/workshop

Big goals can sound exciting… until they feel overwhelming and impossible to start. In this episode, I’m talking about why breaking goals down into milestones and landmarks is one of the most effective ways to actually make progress, especially if you have ADHD.

I share how I think about goals differently now, not as one giant finish line, but as a series of small, achievable steps that build momentum over time. We explore why waiting for the “perfect” block of time often keeps us stuck, and how integrating goals into daily or weekly routines makes success far more realistic.

Throughout the episode, I share personal examples from my own life and coaching work, and explain how noticing what is working helps you adjust strategies without shame or burnout.

If goal setting has ever felt frustrating, all-or-nothing, or exhausting, this episode will help you rethink progress in a way that’s more supportive, flexible, and sustainable.

I also share details about my upcoming Plan Your Year workshop in Colorado Springs, and how it’s designed to help you create realistic goals that actually fit your life.

Key Takeaways

• Big goals are easier to achieve when you break them into clear, manageable milestones

• Milestones act like landmarks that help you track progress and stay motivated

• Celebrating progress is essential, especially for ADHD brains that need visible feedback

• Small, consistent actions matter more than waiting for large chunks of time

• Pausing to reflect helps you adjust your approach instead of giving up

• Past experiences are valuable data for setting better goals moving forward

• Progress counts even when it feels slow or messy

Links + Resources:Join the email list! Use the link below to make sure you don’t miss another Saturday morning love letter from me. 

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🗓️ Join the Workshop

If you’re local to Colorado Springs, come join me for the Plan Your Year Workshop — an in-person event designed to help entrepreneurs and creatives reflect, realign, and set a plan that actually feels good. I’d love your feedback and ideas as I shape the event!

👉 https://thefierceframework.myflodesk.com/workshop

In this episode of the Fierce Framework Podcast, I’m busting one of the most common myths I see around personal growth and goal setting: the idea that change has to start on January 1.

Here’s the truth. You can make a change at any point in the year. You don’t need a new month, a new season, or a clean slate to begin. What actually matters isn’t the date you decide to change, but what you do next and what you keep doing after that decision is made.

We talk about why daily follow-through is more powerful than big declarations and how small, consistent actions create real momentum over time. This episode is an invitation to stop waiting for motivation or perfection and start choosing tiny, aligned steps that support the life you want to be living now.

I also dive into the importance of letting go. Growth isn’t just about adding more goals or habits. Sometimes the most powerful shift happens when you release commitments, patterns, or expectations that no longer fit who you are becoming. Creating space is often the missing piece that allows alignment and clarity to show up.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, behind, or like you “missed your chance” to start fresh this year, this episode will remind you that you are an active participant in your life design. You get to choose again. You get to adjust. And you get to start today.

Key Takeaways:

1. You can start at any point in the year.  There is no “right time” to change. The best time is when you decide you’re ready to take the action to implement the change. 

2. Decisions matter, but follow-through matters more.  A decision sets direction, but daily action is what creates real transformation.

3. Small steps are powerful.  You don’t need a full reset. Tiny, aligned actions done consistently move the needle in big ways.

4. Letting go is part of growth.  Releasing what no longer fits creates space for clarity, energy, and aligned opportunities.

5. You are designing your life in real time.  Your future isn’t on autopilot. You get to choose, adjust, and shape it as you go.

Links + Resources:

Join the email list! Use the link below to make sure you don’t miss another Saturday morning love letter from me. 

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🗓️ Join the Workshop

If you’re local to Colorado Springs, come join me for the Plan Your Year Workshop — an in-person event designed to help entrepreneurs and creatives reflect, realign, and set a plan that actually feels good. I’d love your feedback and ideas as I shape the event!

👉 https://thefierceframework.myflodesk.com/workshop