The Soulful Coach

Have you ever felt like you’re living for everyone but yourself? Saying yes when you want to say no? Shrinking yourself to avoid judgment? If so, you’re not alone. The ‘good girl’ mentality is deeply ingrained in many of us, keeping us stuck in perfectionism, people-pleasing, and playing small.

In today’s solo episode, I’m breaking down 7 toxic ‘good girl’ beliefs that hold women back and showing you how to release them through shadow work, mindset shifts, and self-empowerment.

We’ll explore:

 Why perfectionism is actually a form of self-sabotage

 How people-pleasing stems from fear of rejection

 The real reason setting boundaries feels so hard

 Why you’ve been conditioned to stay small—and how to break free

 A journal prompt for each belief to start shifting today

If you’re ready to step into your power, own your voice, and start living for YOU, this episode is a must-listen!

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Welcome & why this topic is so important

05:30 - The ‘good girl’ belief of perfectionism

12:15 - Why people-pleasing keeps you stuck

18:45 - Setting boundaries without guilt

25:10 - Finding your voice & speaking your truth

30:45 - Letting go of society’s unrealistic expectations

37:20 - Healing shame & guilt

44:00 - Why you’re playing small (and how to stop)

50:30 - Final thoughts & next steps

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Let’s break free together! 

Welcome to today’s episode, where I’m sharing my personal roadmap for 2025! This year, I’m all about stepping into alignment, embracing what serves me, and letting go of what doesn’t. If you’re looking for inspiration to set your intentions for the new year, you’re in the right place.

In this episode, I dive into:

• The habits and mindsets I’m bringing into 2025, like prioritizing protein, walking 10K steps daily, hosting weekly podcast episodes, and romanticizing the little things in life.

• The non-negotiables I’m letting go of, including unnecessary spending, loose boundaries, people-pleasing, and toxic environments.

• How these changes will help me create more peace, balance, and joy in both my personal life and business.

Key Takeaways:

1. Ins for 2025:

• Prioritizing health and movement (hello, protein and 10K steps!).

• Weekly podcasts and intentional emails to connect with my community.

• Focusing on aligned connections, streamlined offers, and self-love rituals.

• Embracing travel, peace, and solo dates to romanticize everyday moments.

2. Outs for 2025:

• Letting go of people-pleasing, loose boundaries, and toxic environments.

• Releasing unnecessary spending and saying no to things that don’t light me up.

• Moving away from anger and depression by creating space for gratitude and peace.

This episode is packed with tips and reflection prompts to help you define your own ins and outs for the year.

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Reflection Question:

What are your ins and outs for 2025? Write them down and visualize how these shifts can bring you closer to your dream life.

Let’s make 2025 the year we step into alignment, create peace, and glow up together. If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend, and don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review!

In this episode, we’re joined by Courtney Bognar is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and the founder of Rogue Healing Psychotherapy, a private practice dedicated to supporting individuals navigating perinatal mental health, mood disorders, and the challenges of caregiving roles. With a background in teaching and a passion for fostering resilience, Courtney combines lived experience with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients unhook from difficult emotions and create meaningful lives.

Courtney offers powerful insights into:

• The emotional struggles many mothers experience but hesitate to talk about.

• How therapy can provide a safe space for moms to process and heal.

• Practical tips for balancing self-care with the demands of motherhood.

• Why normalizing mental health conversations benefits not just mothers but entire families.

This is a conversation every mom (and those who support them) needs to hear. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, disconnected, or in need of validation, this episode is here to remind you: you’re not alone, and your mental health matters.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

1. Why mental health is often overlooked in conversations about motherhood.

2. How to recognize when you need support and where to start.

3. Practical tools and strategies to prioritize your mental well-being as a mom.

4. The ripple effect of normalized mental health on families and communities.

Connect with Courtney:You can learn more about Courtney at roguehealing.ca or follow her on socials @rogue.healing 

Join the Conversation:

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Remember: Your mental health is just as important as your physical health, and prioritizing it isn’t selfish—it’s necessary.

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In this transformative episode, we’re joined by Laura Morrison, an award-winning psychic and energy alchemist whose work empowers individuals to live authentically and harmonize their emotional well-being. Laura dives deep into her unique approach to energy work, helping clients align on a soul level and embrace frequency medicine to enhance their daily lives.

Laura’s insights on authentic expression and emotional balancing offer practical tools for those seeking clarity, alignment, and a deeper connection to themselves. If you’re ready to transform your energy, release emotional blocks, and step into a life you truly love, this episode is for you.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

 -How Laura discovered her gifts and her journey to becoming an energy alchemist

 -The importance of authentic expression for emotional well-being

 -What frequency medicine is and how it supports your daily life

 -Practical tips for tuning into your energy and releasing emotional blocks

- How harmonizing your energy on a soul level creates a more fulfilling human experience

Join us for this soul-centered conversation, and discover how to align your energy, balance your emotions, and live authentically every day.Links

IG: https://www.instagram.com/itslauramorrison/[email protected] https://shop.solexnation.com/lauramorrison/home

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Are you ready to step into your most aligned and abundant year yet? In this episode, we’re diving into 5 powerful ways to help you find alignment and create a life you’re excited to wake up to in the New Year. Whether you’re looking to set intentional goals, declutter your life, or manifest your dream reality, these tips will guide you to align your energy with your purpose.

Here’s what we’ll cover:

1. Choose a Word or Theme for the Year

Step into your Magnetize & Romanticize Era! Set the tone for your year with a word or theme that reflects your highest vision. This creates an anchor for intentional living.

2. Declutter Your Spaces, Social Circles, and Soul

Clear the physical, digital, and emotional clutter that’s holding you back. It’s time to create space for what truly lights you up.

3. Create a Vision Board (Tangible or Non-Tangible)

Visualize the life you want to manifest. Whether it’s a physical board or a mental practice, align with the energy of your desires.

4. Focus on the Fab Four

Shift from overwhelm to simplicity by narrowing your daily focus to four core priorities that move the needle forward in life and business.

5. Set 3 Main Goals in Key Areas of Life

Inspired by Atomic Habits by James Clear, focus on three simple goals—personal, family, and work. Break these into daily habits to create sustainable progress instead of being bogged down by endless to-do lists.

Key Takeaway:

Alignment is about simplifying, decluttering, and anchoring yourself to what truly matters. Let’s magnetize, romanticize, and step into a life that feels aligned and expansive.

Resources Mentioned:

• Atomic Habits by James Clear

Let’s Connect:

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If you found this episode helpful, be sure to leave a review, share it with a friend, and tag me on Instagram to let me know how you’re aligning for the New Year!

In this episode, I’m looking back on a year of growth, alignment, and transformation. From launching Social Goddess, a thriving women’s networking community with 500 members, to hosting multiple retreats, masterminds, and my first summit, 2024 has been a year of milestones.

Key Highlights:

• Building connection through 12+ Social Goddess events, including several events and my first summit.

• Hosting my 6th and 7th retreats and expanding my in-person masterminds.

• Embracing personal growth: going alcohol-free, starting heavier lifting, and returning to snowboarding.

• Healing and creating meaningful memories with Cam through nature walks, creative projects, and holiday traditions.

• Rebranding my business, stepping into authenticity, and helping over 135 women transform their lives through retreats, coaching, and events.

My Word for 2024: PEACE

I’ve truly found it, and I’m stepping into 2025 with a focus on magnetism—calling in everything aligned with my highest self.

Tune in for a heartfelt reflection on the highs, lessons, and magic of this past year!

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Trigger Warning - Suicidal thoughts are disclosed, listen at your own preference.

In today’s episode, we sit down with Jo MacIntosh, a multifaceted creative Stylist & Personal Consultant and devoted mother who has transformed her life to embrace art, style, and family. Jo’s journey is one of resilience and reinvention—from a childhood filled with frequent moves and a struggle with belonging, to a career-driven young adult, and now to a life she’s consciously designed around her passions and values. Jo shares how her early experiences influenced her sense of self-worth and shaped her vision of home.

We’ll explore how she transitioned from a career-focused life to becoming a mother, and how that shift inspired her to cultivate a life that is both creatively fulfilling and family-centered. We’ll also dive into her commitment to creating a home and sense of belonging for her family—something she longed for growing up.

Tune in to hear Jo’s insights on self-discovery, balancing motherhood with personal passions, and her tips for finding a sense of belonging, no matter where life takes you.  

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

  • Jo’s journey from feeling like an outsider to creating a life that feels like home

  • How frequent moves and challenges with self-esteem impacted her path

 • What it was like to transition from a career-driven lifestyle to one focused on motherhood and creativity

 • How Jo’s passion for art and style plays a role in her daily life and personal fulfillment

 • Practical advice on balancing personal passions with the demands of motherhood

 • Tips for cultivating a sense of belonging, even if it wasn’t present growing up Join us for an inspiring conversation that’s perfect for anyone seeking to design a life full of meaning, purpose, and a true sense of belonging.
Email: [email protected]

Website: www.jomacintosh.com

IG: @collection.by.jm

Books:

- Worthy - Jamie Kern Lima

- The Midnight Library - Matt Haig

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In this episode, we chat with Charlotte Laws, a seasoned mental health professional with over ten years of experience in addictions and mental health. Charlotte has created a unique online therapy collective that aims to fill the gaps in the traditional mental health system. Her work is focused on offering personalized and compassionate support for individuals who are LGBT2SQ+, ADHD/Autistic, have chronic illnesses or hormonal issues, and struggle with body image and feeding differences. We’ll explore how Charlotte’s approach is reshaping mental health care and discuss the importance of personalized, nuanced support.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Mental health gaps in the traditional systems 
• How to take a holistic and compassionate approach to therapy 
• Common struggles or needs for people Charlotte works with especially those from the LGBT2SQ+ community or who are neurodivergent
• Adjustments or specialized methods Charlotte uses when working with neurodivergent clients
• Different ways Charlotte approaches therapy for clients who are dealing with specific health issues

Resources:

Connect with Charlotte Laws on IG: https://www.instagram.com/charlotte.laws.rp/

https://www.instagram.com/prismatic.compassion/ 

Connect with Charlotte Laws through her website: prismaticcompassion.com 

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In this episode, we’re diving into the magic and power of retreats! I’ll share the top 5 reasons why retreats are such transformative experiences and how they can help you reconnect, realign, and renew on a deep level. Whether you’re looking for a break from the day-to-day grind or searching for ways to deepen your self-love journey, retreats offer an incredible opportunity for growth and connection.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

1. A Fresh Perspective: Why stepping out of your usual environment allows for new insights and breakthroughs.

2. Dedicated Time for Self-Care: How retreats give you permission to put yourself first, fully and completely.

3. A Community of Like-Minded Souls: The power of connecting with others on a similar path and forming lasting bonds.

4. Guided Reflection & Healing: With journaling, release exercises, and practices like breathwork, retreats guide you through healing with support.

5. Intentional Space for Renewal: How intentional activities—from yoga to bonfire ceremonies—can release what no longer serves you and create space for the life you desire.

Join me as we explore these powerful benefits and why retreats are a catalyst for change.

Resources:

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This week on the podcast I sit down and share a solo podcast all about the 7 habits of success and worthiness. This episode has so much energy, tangible tips and a source of inspiration and motivation for if you are feeling you need to get back on track!

Here’s what we cover in the episode:

1. Practice Reflection & Gratitude
2. Setting Intentions for the day 
3. Prioritize Self-care & Boundaries  
4. Mindset Mastery 
5. Consistent Learning & Growing 
6. Actionable Planning
7. Surrounding yourself with aligned people

Resources:

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