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What if the problem isn’t your discipline… but your metabolism?

If you’re doing “all the right things” but your energy, sleep, or weight still feel off, this episode is for you.

In this week’s conversation, Alex sits down with Dr. Holly Donahue, naturopathic doctor and metabolism expert, to talk about what really changes in the body—especially for high-achieving women navigating their late 30s, 40s, and beyond.

They explore why pushing harder often backfires, how hormones, blood sugar, and the nervous system shape our results, and why appetite suppression alone doesn’t equal metabolic health. This is a grounded, empowering conversation about working with your body instead of fighting it.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• Why old health strategies stop working after 40
  
  
• The hidden role of cortisol, sleep, and blood sugar
  
  
• Why GLP-1 medications don’t “fix” metabolism on their own
  
  
• How protein, rest, and nervous system regulation change everything
  
  

✨ Reflection question:
 What would change if you stopped forcing results and started supporting your body?

Want to go deeper?

Dr. Holly is hosting a FREE 5-Day Metabolism Reset Challenge for anyone currently using—or transitioning off—GLP-1 medications.

🗓 February 16–20, 2026
 🎥 One short Zoom session per day (live or replay)

Learn how to stabilize your metabolism, prevent rebound, and build results that last.

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What if confidence isn’t something we build later in life… but something we slowly learn to unlearn?

In this heart-opening episode, Alex is joined by two powerful collaborators—artist Nadia & project partner Danielle—for a deeply personal conversation about Free to Be Me, a children’s book that’s quickly becoming a movement.

What started as a quiet moment during a breathwork session (and a breastfeeding cuddle) has grown into a bold vision: helping the next generation of leaders stay connected to who they truly are—before the world teaches them otherwise.

Together, the 3 explore why language matters so much in shaping belief, identity, and self-worth from the very beginning. Alex shares how her background in neuroscience, education, and leadership coaching—combined with becoming a mom—radically heightened her awareness of the words children hear every day… and the invisible stories those words plant.

You’ll hear:

• Why phrases like “I’m busy” or “be careful” can quietly shape lifelong patterns of burnout and fear
• How affirmations like “I can do this” become embodied beliefs when children are invited to truly own them
• What it means to raise children who feel seen, loved, and enough exactly as they are
• How art becomes a bridge between emotion, identity, and belonging
• Why this book is being intentionally co-created—with families, children, and the wider community

Nadia offers a beautiful behind-the-scenes look at her creative process, sharing how she captures not just what a child looks like, but how they feel. Danielle grounds the conversation by weaving together the purpose, pacing, and importance of doing this work with care, integrity, and heart.

✨ Be Part of the Story

Free to Be Me is now officially available for pre-order, and this episode marks the beginning of its next phase.

In the coming weeks, we’ll be opening a crowdsourcing initiative that invites families, parents, grandparents, and supporters to help co-create the illustrations that bring this book to life. From full-page scenes to individual portraits, this project is being built with community, not just for it.

If this conversation resonated with you—if you believe in raising children who feel confident, capable, and free to be themselves—this is your invitation to be part of something meaningful.

👉Pre-order your copy
👉Follow @alex.lianne.carter on Instagram for crowdsourcing updates and ways to participate.

Together, we’re shaping the next generation of leaders—one belief, one word, one page at a time.

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Ready to celebrate a win… and notice what happens next?
What if the very thing you’ve been quietly holding in your heart is ready to be shared—not perfectly, but now?

In this episode of Unleashed & Unstoppable, Alex and Carol invite you into a deeply real, behind-the-scenes conversation about intention, visibility, and the courage it takes to bring something meaningful into the world. What starts as a celebration of Alex’s children’s book Free To Be Me officially opening for pre-orders becomes a powerful exploration of what happens in our brains, bodies, and nervous systems when we choose to go public with what matters most.

This isn’t just a conversation about launching a book. It’s about launching yourself into the next level—without burning out, overcomplicating the process, or waiting for “perfect.”

Together, Alex and Carol reflect on:

• Why done really is better than perfect—and how simplicity creates momentum
• What’s actually happening in your nervous system when fear, tension, or doubt shows up during growth
• How celebrating small wins releases the neuro-chemicals that help you move through resistance instead of retreating
• The power of declaring your intention out loud and letting your community support you
• Why staying connected to the why matters more than obsessing over the how
• How early beliefs around worthiness, safety, and love shape our leadership—and why it’s so powerful to rewire them early (for ourselves and our children)

You’ll also hear Alex share vulnerably about the journey of bringing Free To Be Me to life—from the spark of an idea while nursing her daughter, to navigating visibility, discomfort, and expansion as the book enters the world. It’s a reminder that growth doesn’t have to feel forced—and that your body’s reactions don’t mean you’re doing it wrong. They often mean you’re doing something brave.

As you listen, consider this:

• What’s the idea, goal, or desire you’ve been holding close that’s asking for air this year?
• Who’s in your corner to help you celebrate, reflect, and keep moving forward?
• What would change if you trusted the process instead of trying to control every step?

Tune in, reflect, and let this episode remind you that your dreams don’t require perfection—just intention, support, and the willingness to take the next step.

Pre-order your copy of Free To Be Me and be part of the movement

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At what point did you stop trusting yourself?

Somewhere between childhood and leadership, many of us learned to be quieter, smaller, more “acceptable.” We learned to perform, to overthink, to seek approval — and eventually, to doubt the very instincts that once came naturally.

In this powerful and reflective episode, Alex and Carol explore how early experiences shape confidence, self-expression, and leadership long before we ever realize it, and why so many high-achieving adults are still operating from beliefs formed in their earliest years.

What begins as a conversation about learning environments quickly opens into something much bigger: how identity is shaped, how fear gets wired in, and how safety — emotional and neurological — is the foundation for confidence at any age.

Along the way, Alex shares a deeply personal realization sparked by her daughter’s first parent-teacher interview in Panama — a moment that revealed not only what her child was learning, but the unconscious fears many of us carry based on stories we’ve absorbed from others’ experiences.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why being “met where you’re at” is essential for growth — in childhood and leadership
• How language, feedback, and labels quietly shape self-talk and identity
• The difference between breaking generational patterns and reclaiming generational gifts
• Why so many high performers struggle with self-doubt despite external success
• How simple morning and evening “bookends” can regulate the nervous system and build self-trust

This conversation also reveals the heart behind Alex’s upcoming children’s book, Free to Be Me — a book written to help children grow up knowing they are safe, capable, worthy, and free to use their voice, before self-doubt ever takes hold.

If you’re a parent, leader, educator, or coach who cares about confidence, self-trust, and raising the next generation — this book is for you.

👉 Pre-order your copy of Free to Be Me  (release date early 2026)!

Pre-orders help bring this message into more homes and classrooms and include access to bonus parent and teacher resources designed to extend the learning beyond the story.

🎧 Press play and reflect on this question as you listen:
 What might change if I remembered who I was before the world taught me to doubt myself?

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What if the secret to finally sticking with your habits isn't more willpower… but understanding what your brain has been trying to tell you all along? And what if the reason you “fall off track” isn’t failure — but a hidden signal that something in your life or routine has shifted?

This week, we’re taking a playful, science-rich, myth-busting dive into the world of habits with the incredible Ronnie Loaiza — behavioral science expert, master certified life coach, certified personal trainer, and habit coach. And trust us… this conversation will change the way you think about every goal you’re setting for 2026.

Because here's the truth: if you’ve ever read Atomic Habits (or five other habit books), tried to follow the formula, and STILL wondered, “Why isn’t this working for me?” — you’re not alone. And you’re not broken.

There’s real neuroscience behind why habits fail, why routines fall apart during life transitions, and what your brain actually needs to feel safe, focused, and capable of long-term change.

Inside today’s episode, we explore:

✨ Why the “21-day habit rule” is a total myth — and what meta-studies actually show (85–185 days!)
 ✨ The difference between a routine and a habit — and why losing your routine doesn’t mean you’ve lost your identity
✨ The real pre-work required before ANY habit change (hint: your why has layers your brain needs to feel anchored)
✨ How your environment, identity, and old neural pathways silently dictate your behavior
✨ Why momentum beats motivation every single time
✨ The role of dopamine and daily celebration in habit formation — especially for high achievers who rarely pause to acknowledge themselves
✨ How to spot the “void” a habit (good or bad) is filling — and finally shift the pattern without shame
✨ What to do when a habit you’ve mastered for years suddenly slips (life transitions, anyone?)
✨ How to build micro-habits that actually fit your leadership lifestyle, work rhythms, and emotional bandwidth
✨ Ronnie’s If–Then planning tool — a brain-friendly way to create flexibility without abandoning your goals

Join Us If You’re Ready To:

✔ Reset your habits with compassion, not pressure
✔ Build routines that survive real life — travel, kids, career pivots, stress, or relocation
✔ Lead with more energy, clarity, and integrity
✔ Stop relying on motivation and start relying on neuroscience
✔ Feel grounded, confident, and unstoppable heading into 2026

Tune in, take a breath, and let’s build habits that honor who you’re becoming.

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Some holiday seasons feel light and sparkly… and others feel like emotional Jenga, one wobble away from toppling the whole tower.
If that resonates, you’re in the right place. This episode is your grounding place, a reminder that the holidays don’t need you to perform, perfect, or push. They’re inviting you to connect.

Today, Carol and Alex unwrap the real gift of the season: connection, with the people you love, with your community, and most importantly, with yourself. Whether you’re surrounded by family or celebrating quietly, this conversation helps you lean into presence rather than pressure, intention rather than hustle.

If you’ve found yourself feeling lonely, overstimulated, guilty, overwhelmed, or just a little out of sync with the holiday spirit, this episode gently guides you back to what matters most… starting with remembering that you matter.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why meaningful connection starts with being rather than doing
• How self-approval fuels deeper relationships (and prevents burnout)
• Simple ways to feel connected even if family is far away
• How to interrupt loneliness or isolation with micro-moments of outreach
• Creative ways to build connection with kids by meeting them at their level
• Heart-opening questions you can ask during gatherings to spark meaningful conversations
• The neuroscience behind connection, energy, and why you matter more than you realize
• How to set boundaries and protect your emotional well-being during a full season
• Why leaders (yes, you) play a powerful role in shaping the emotional tone of a room
• Practical ways to create joy and presence no matter what your holiday looks like

This episode is a soft landing place, a reminder that you don’t need to earn your worth, fix everything, or hold the season together. You simply get to show up as you are, breathe, and receive connection in big and small ways.

✨ Let this be your permission slip:
You matter. You are worthy. You deserve joy, presence, and love—today and every day.

Whether you're listening on Christmas Day or catching up afterward, we hope this conversation fills your cup and brings warmth to your heart.

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and sending you so much love and connection.

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What if you headed into 2026 with just one thing on your mind? 

Alex and Carol discuss the benefits of focus. Simplify to amplify! 

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Ever wonder what really happens behind the scenes of a film set, an inclusive theatre production, or an award-winning digital festival? (Spoiler: it involves Olaf, horror scripts written in 48 hours, and a whole lot of saying “yes” before you feel ready.)

This week, Carol sits down with the extraordinary Scott Strand—actor, director, producer, educator, and co-founder of JDS Creative Academy—for a conversation that’s equal parts heartwarming, inspiring, and “wait… that happened?!”

If you’ve ever questioned your visibility as a leader…
 If you’ve held back from stepping onto your own metaphorical stage…
 If you’ve wondered whether you’re really ready before saying yes to an opportunity…

…this episode will feel like a deep exhale.

✨ What We Explore in This Episode

The power of visibility—and why your dreams stall when you stay hidden. Scott shares the exact advice he gives actors, leaders, and students about showing up when perfection feels out of reach.

Inclusive creativity that changes lives. Discover how JDS Creative Academy’s productions integrate adults with disabilities, creating extraordinary performances that transform confidence, community, and opportunity.

From Hollywood to heart-centered leadership. Scott reflects on his years acting in films, learning on sets with legends, and how those experiences shaped his philosophy on communication and courage.

DigiFest: A decade of celebrating digital creators. Learn how this international digital festival became a thriving creative hub—and why your podcast, film, or digital project might be the next award-winner. (Yes, really!)

Why saying “yes” before you’re ready is the secret to being Unleashed & Unstoppable. Scott shares the exact moment he almost said no to directing a new horror short—and how one brave yes led to one of his most exhilarating creative experiences.

🎧 Why This Episode Matters

For leaders who often feel the pressure to have it all figured out, Scott’s stories are a grounding reminder:
 You don’t grow by waiting for confidence—you grow by stepping into the moment.
 Visibility isn’t vanity—it’s leadership.
 And your creative voice matters, even when it feels shaky.

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• JDS Actor Studio & JDS Video/Media: Links in show notes

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What YES are you committing to this week?
We can’t wait to hear how you’re stepping into your own Unleashed & Unstoppable visibility.

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Have you ever hit a wall so hard that even resting feels like failure? (As in… you know your body needs a pause, but your brain says, “Absolutely not, we’ve got things to do”?)

If you’re nodding, you’re not alone, and you’re in the right place.

This week, Alex and Carol dive into what really happens when life piles on, your circumstances look nothing like your vision, and burnout feels like it’s winning. From sick kids and empty energy tanks to the quiet shame high achievers carry when they’re not “performing,” this episode brings honesty, hope, and a whole lot of neuroscience-backed grounding.

Together we explore the inner tug-of-war so many driven women face:
 Why does slowing down feel so counterintuitive?
 Why does heaviness make us doubt our strength?
 And how do we hold onto our dreams when everything around us feels cloudy?

Alex and Carol get intimate about:
 ✨ Why burnout often masks itself as “I should be doing more”
 ✨ How scarcity creates heaviness—and why abundance creates expansion
 ✨ What to do when your brain is searching for evidence of failure
 ✨ The surprising power of small moments like a hug, presence, or community
✨ The counterintuitive truth that your “mission” during hard seasons is often rest, healing, and trusting the process
✨ What it really looks like to have faith beyond your circumstances—even when clarity is nowhere in sight

You’ll also hear powerful reminders that align deeply with our community of high-achieving women leaders:
 ✔ You’re not weak for needing support.
 ✔ You’re not failing because you’re tired.
 ✔ And you are allowed to pause without losing your momentum.

Carol also shares a grounding takeaway you can implement today to interrupt the spiral: reach out. Sit still. Come back to center. Let yourself be held—in community, in faith, and in the knowing that your vision is already unfolding, even if you can’t see it yet.

If you’re moving through fatigue, uncertainty, or that “something is weighing on me and I don’t know how to shift it” feeling… this episode will give you breath, space, and relief.

Ready to feel a little lighter? Tune in, take a deep breath, and let this be the reminder you didn’t know you needed.

And if there’s a topic on your heart you want us to explore, send us a message through the show notes—we love creating episodes just for you.

You’re not alone. You’re not behind. You’re right on time.

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What happens when a single conversation cracks something open so deeply that it ends up winning an award? Today… you get to experience it again.

As we head into American Thanksgiving, we wanted to bring you something meaningful — something that reflects the gratitude we feel for this community and the work we get to do. So we’re sharing a replay of one of our most beloved episodes…the very one that won us a Digifest Award this past year. It still gives us chills to say that out loud.

And honestly? It felt like the perfect moment to bring this episode back. Because gratitude isn’t just a holiday theme, it’s woven into how we grow, how we lead, and how we show up for the people who matter most.

So as you settle into today’s episode, we invite you to ask yourself:
What would shift if you gave yourself permission to slow down, feel more deeply, and reconnect with the parts of you that want to be seen?
Where do courage, honesty, and leadership intersect in your own life right now?

In this award-winning conversation, we crack open the emotional layers behind high performance, confidence, and the stories we tell ourselves when no one is watching. You’ll hear heartfelt reflections, unexpected laughter, gentle truths, and the kind of breakthroughs that stay with you long after the episode ends.

Here’s what we explore together in this replay:
 ✨ The quiet fears that shape how we lead and love
 ✨ The moments that reveal our true resilience
 ✨ The connection between emotional honesty and personal power
 ✨ The small shifts that create big internal transformations
 ✨ Why courage often shows up disguised as vulnerability
 ✨ And how giving yourself space to feel it actually helps you believe it

This conversation moved so many listeners the first time around, and now, revisiting it through the lens of gratitude feels even more powerful.

So whether you’re listening with a warm drink in hand, prepping for a family gathering, or taking a much-needed moment for yourself, we’re grateful you’re here with us.

Press play, breathe with us, and enjoy this special Thanksgiving replay of our Digifest award-winning episode.

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