Wild & Waking

I’m BEYOND excited to welcome Suzy Holman as today’s podcast guest!

Suzy and I have been connected for quite some time - not only is she a mentor and coach to me (I’m currently in her mastermind), but she’s an all-around special person I’ve been blessed to know. Suzy is a serial seven-figure entrepreneur, business coach, and mother of four; her journey actually started on Instagram as an ‘accidental influencer’. However...she quickly realized this was not the path she wanted to stay on. She wanted a space where she COULD be her authentic self, and once she chose to show up unapologetically in that way, everything exploded in her business and her life (in the best ways possible).

In this episode, we cover:

• Understanding that maybe it's all about ‘unbecoming’ everything you weren't meant to be in the first place + the discovery of ‘discovering your gifting’
• Surrounding yourself with other women who are pushing through discomfort and chasing their dreams, regardless of their fear(s)
• What pursuing alignment really looks and feels like + giving yourself permission to ‘turn the page’ and change, because your life won’t always look the same
• Finding your ‘flow’ in business + how the consistency piece tends to plague most business owners and leads to more resistance 
• The beauty and safety that comes from truly knowing yourself, and the magnificent, ‘juicy’ life that awaits you on the other side
• 3 steps to take to dive in and discover WHO you really are
• Pursuing more peace and love instead of more numbers on a spreadsheet + putting love and time in the right order in your life

Resources & Links:

• A Court of Thorns & Roses by Sarah J. Maas [affiliate link]
• Gather in Growth Sponsorship Inquiry
• Book me as a speaker for your next event
• Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Suzy:

• Follow on Instagram @suzyholman
• Check out her website

Connect with Emily:

• Follow on Instagram and Facebook
• Join my email list
• Check out my website
• Connect with on LinkedIn

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Find the complete show notes here: https://www.emilyreuschel.com/113-pursuing-yourself-walking-in-alignment-and-balancing-consistency-and-flow-in-business-with-suzy-holman 

In today’s episode, I want to talk about the ‘lost art of using your brain box’, and why the unshakable calling for diverse perspectives, empathy, and critical thinking matters now, more than ever. For me, I’m questioning sooo many things - I feel a bit of a disconnect, because it’s uncomfortable, and I’ve still found myself thinking about other people and their opinions. Maybe you’re feeling similarly, because you’re questioning your thoughts and beliefs that you once had, but...you’re fearful to share, due to how others may react. But you know what? I’m so BEYOND the close-minded bullshit that we’ve been in proximity with for far too long!

I believe our purpose and who we truly are is meant to evolve and grow and change. Every step of our journey will get us closer to where we’re meant to be, and surrounding ourselves with others who are doing things a little differently is a beautiful part of the process! I wish that more people today would be curious, because curiosity creates empathy. We NEED to be willing to learn from others and their diverse perspectives, instead of being so misaligned and disconnected.

In this episode, I cover:

• My recent rebrand for my podcast and business + how it’s really allowed me to come home to myself, instead of staying in a specific ‘box’ I never truly fit in
• Realizing that your purpose should change, evolve, and grow, because every step of your journey will get you closer to where you’re meant to be
• The deep disconnection we have not only from ourselves, but each other and nature
• Discovering what empathy looks like when we choose to actually think for ourselves
• Breaking free from the ‘cookie cutter, good girl’ mold you’ve felt trapped in, and instead, embracing your beautiful, weird, and multi passionate self

Resources & Links:

• Gather in Growth Sponsorship Inquiry
• Branch Creative Co
• Book me as a speaker for your next event
• Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Emily:

• Follow on Instagram and Facebook
• Join my email list
• Check out my website
• Connect with on LinkedIn

Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!

Find the full show notes here: https://www.emilyreuschel.com/112-the-lost-art-of-using-your-brain-box-the-unshakable-calling-for-diverse-perspectives-empathy-and-critical-thinking 

I’m honored to welcome my friend, Eliza Clayton, onto the podcast today!

Eliza has a pretty incredible story of (unexpectedly) turning her husband’s dental career into a booming, six-figure business, using social media, digital products, and more. However...Eliza grew up in a devoutly religious family, and after marrying young and having children, she felt like putting her family and their needs above everyone else is what her contribution ‘should’ be forever. Building a business (or anything of her own, really) was never on her radar. She loved supporting her husband, and she was taught to prioritize his dreams, no matter what.

Eliza has learned some valuable lessons since stepping into business too. What you bring to the table does matter, and just because you don’t feel ‘qualified’ to do something, doesn’t mean you shouldn’t move forward, and take action! The success that this business has brought for Eliza and her family has tremendously impacted not only how she sees herself and her role in her family, but her overall confidence too.

In this episode, we cover:

• Eliza’s journey of supporting her husband with his start-up dental practice, to unexpectedly blowing up in the online space & creating a thriving business for her family
• The expectations we place on ourselves regarding marriage, having kids, etc. + struggling with not finding fulfillment in what we ‘thought’ would make us happy
• What functional dentistry is + what actually causes cavities
• Learning to stand on your own two feet and making something your ‘own’ + finding your unique perspective that you can bring to the table
• How Eliza’s success has dramatically shaped how she now sees herself, her role in her family, & her confidence + the impact it’s had on her family

Resources & Links:

• Gather in Growth Sponsorship Inquiry
• Book me as a speaker for your next event
• Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Eliza:

• Follow on Instagram @restoration.dentistry
• Check out their digital products
• Follow/subscribe their podcast, Dentistry Disrupted

Connect with Emily:

• Follow on Instagram and Facebook
• Join my email list
• Check out my website
• Connect with on LinkedIn

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Find the complete show notes here: https://www.emilyreuschel.com/111-functional-dentistry-reclaiming-expectations-and-leveraging-your-spouses-career-to-build-a-six-figure-business-with-eliza-clayton 

I don’t know about you, but for me, this year’s games just felt different..in the best ways possible. So many women were competing, and for the first time ever, there was actually a 50/50 split between men and women! Women’s sports are definitely having their own moment right now, which I’m totally here for. I love the current movement that is women supporting and truly CELEBRATING other women too; I honestly never imagined this would be a reality for my generation, so it is pretty freaking inspirational to see! Since watching the Olympics and consuming the Olympic media in various places, I really wanted to share some of my favorite ‘nuggets’ (aka Olympic lessons) that hopefully you can implement into your own life as well.

In this episode, I cover:

• The incredible ‘moment’ that moms are having at the Olympics + how it shows us that we can be awesome moms and still pursue our dreams
• Why taking time for and prioritizing your mental and physical health doesn’t make you weak, but stronger and better than ever
• How we’re continuing to crush the notion that we must tear each other down in order to have a seat at the table, because there’s actually room for ALL of us 
• Moving away from unrealistic body standards + knowing that your overall health, appearance, etc. is never a ‘one-size-fits-all’ 
• Why you should totally embrace your unique, multifaceted self, instead of shoving yourself into a box in order to be accepted and worthy
• Realizing that you can be multi-passionate, because YOU are your niche, and you can do and explore whatever you’re desiring to
• Why showing up as your authentic self ALWAYS wins + understanding that no matter how successful and happy you are, there will still be someone who doesn’t like you

Resources & Links:

• Gather in Growth Sponsorship Inquiry
• Book me as a speaker for your next event
• Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Emily:

• Follow on Instagram and Facebook
• Join my email list
• Check out my website
• Connect with on LinkedIn

Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!

Find the complete show notes here: https://www.emilyreuschel.com/110-olympic-lessons-for-multi-passionate-moms-creatives-and-entrepreneurs 

I’m pumped to welcome my new friend, Amy Green Smith, onto the podcast today! I honestly feel she’s like my new best friend - she is SO freaking cool, and offers a very unique perspective on the topic of people pleasing (especially recovering people pleasers - I know there are many of us out there)!

In today’s episode, we cover crucial topics like people pleasing, unshakable boundaries, communicating with power, cultivating self-worth, and more. Boundaries are one of those things that can feel pretty intimidating (to both people enforcing and receiving them), but they are extremely important when it comes to your self-worth and ‘enoughness’. Taking a three-pronged approach (like Amy recommends) can be incredibly beneficial when you’re ready to get serious about your boundaries and actually implement them (the follow through is key here). The world has plenty of badass, intelligent women who are incredibly brilliant, but they tend to doubt themselves, and feel like they don’t have ‘enough’ to offer. Contrary to what society had led us to believe, we ARE allowed to feel however the heck we want to, and we shouldn’t feel ashamed or ‘less than’ for our unique life decisions.

In this episode, we cover:

• What boundaries are + why they are incredibly important in regards to your self-worth and ‘enoughness’
• Why you should not allow your silence to make you a liar + using Amy’s three-pronged approach for setting boundaries when you need to have those tough conversations
• The detrimental impact that comes when you lose yourself and who you’re really meant to be, simply to fit in and please everyone around you
• Learning to cultivate your value + genuinely believing that you ARE allowed to feel however you do, regardless of what others think 
• Taking inventory of who you’re willing/able to have difficult conversations with + practicing kindness and assertiveness when speaking with others
• Letting go of societal pressures when it comes to your health & body as you age + continually prioritizing your relationship with your partner

Resources & Links:

• Gather in Growth Sponsorship Inquiry
• Book me as a speaker for your next event
• Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Amy:

• Check out all of her free resources HERE
• Follow on Instagram @heyamygreensmith
• Check out Amy’s website
• Listen to her podcast The Bold-Faced Truth Podcast

Connect with Emily:

• Follow on Instagram and Facebook
• Join my email list
• Check out my website
• Connect with on LinkedIn

Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!

Find the complete show notes here: https://www.emilyreuschel.com/109-people-pleasing-unshakable-boundaries-communicating-with-power-and-cultivating-self-worth-with-amy-green-smith 

Friends…I have a very special treat for you today! A few weeks ago, I had the honor of being part of The Goals with Soul Summit, hosted by my friend Kate House of the Live By Design Podcast! Kate is an absolute POWERHOUSE in the personal development space! The entire summit was built around helping high-achieving, goal-oriented women move from stressed and overwhelmed, to focused and making progress towards achieving their goals.

I know there were SO many women from the Gather in Growth community that took part in the summit and had the pleasure of hearing from over 20 thought leaders in the personal development space. I received sooo many messages about my interview, that Kate and I decided to repost it HERE for you to enjoy it too!

In this episode, we cover:

• Embracing the evolution of your life and career, instead of feeling like you have to do one thing forever
• Giving yourself permission to follow your passion and joy, instead of trying to fit yourself into a certain ‘box’ that society expects of you
• Using the prompt ‘wouldn’t it be cool if..’ to help you discover what you really want your life to look like (without any particular boundaries)
• Learning to trust and fully connect to your intuition + choosing curiosity, and not being afraid to explore what’s possible for you
• Letting go of perfectionism and finding peace and joy in your everyday life
• Being okay with finding yourself in the uncomfortable and ‘messy middle’ of your life, because it IS serving a purpose (even if you don’t understand right now)
• Some details about my brand NEW and exciting project, High Vibe 95

Resources & Links:

• A Court of Thorns and Roses
• Fae Isles Series
• Fourth Wing
• Plated Prisoner Series
• Crowns of Nyaxia Series
• Gather in Growth Sponsorship Inquiry
• Book me as a speaker for your next event
• Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Some links referenced above are affiliate links which means I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! 

Connect with Kate:

• Follow on Instagram @mskatehouse
• Listen to Kate’s podcast Live By Design Podcast
• Check out Kate’s website

Connect with Emily:

• Follow on Instagram and Facebook
• Join my email list
• Check out my website
• Connect with on LinkedIn

Related Episodes:

• Episode 048 | Live by Design, Not Default with Kate House

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Find the complete show notes here: https://www.emilyreuschel.com/108-break-free-from-societal-expectations-and-embrace-your-authentic-self-live-at-the-goals-with-soul-summit 

Just 1 year ago I was talking about how my depth of understanding of growth had changed in my first year of podcasting; I honestly didn’t think I had any further to go, but boy, I was wrong! I started this podcast talking about goals, habits, etc., but after having so many life-changing conversations with guests on this show in the last 2 years, I’ve learned it is SO much bigger and deeper than that.

In today’s episode, I want to talk about 5+ things that I’ve learned about personal growth since launch day, and really, where I see Gather in Growth going in the future.

In this episode, I cover:

• How Gather in Growth began 2 years ago + the literal life-changing conversations with guests that have continued to change & expand my mindset
• The beautiful evolution that both you AND I have experienced since the start of this podcast + actively choosing curiosity and growth as we walk alongside one another
• Why we SHOULD celebrate ourselves continually evolving, learning new things, and shifting our points of view
• Understanding that people can only meet you to the depths in which they have met themselves
• Taking time to think about what you want your ‘average Tuesday’ to look like + setting goals that will actually help you create a sustainable life you love 
• Realizing that if you are feeling ‘stuck’ in a certain area of your life, there IS a reason why you’re feeling that way
• Why everything is ultimately connected to our nervous systems and how emotionally healthy and regulated we are

Resources & Links:

• Branch Creative Co
•  Gather in Growth Sponsorship Inquiry
• Book me as a speaker for your next event

• Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Emily:

• Follow on Instagram and Facebook
• Join my email list
• Check out my website
• Connect with on LinkedIn

Related Episodes:

• Episode 102 | Healing to the Depths of Your Soul and Nervous System Regulation with Sara Elise Johnson
• Episode 055 | What Does Personal Growth Mean to You?
• Episode 001 | Do It Scared

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Find the complete show notes here: https://www.emilyreuschel.com/107-two-year-anniversary-special-5-things-that-ive-learned-about-personal-growth-since-launch-day 

I thought this would be the perfect time to do kind of a ‘catch up’ episode though, and update you on what’s been happening in my life, what’s on my mind, what summer has been like in the Reuschel household, what I am learning and working through in real time, and more. Honestly, my heart is on FIRE for this work I get to do with you, and this big, beautiful world we get to live in.

If you’re all about cultivating curiosity and comfort with the unknown too, buckle up for this episode, friend - it’s going to be a blast!!

In this episode, I cover:

• The feeling of not doing ‘enough’ with your kids, family, career, life, etc. (during summer, or anytime really) that we all know too well
• Letting go of those unrealistic expectations that you put on yourself, and instead, living life on purpose in whatever season you’re in 
• Why I’m much more focused on nervous system regulation and tuning into my intuition now
• The constant pull I’ve been feeling lately to be outside and spending time in nature
• Why I’ve been so excited to bring on a variety of guests with new and unique perspectives and life experiences
• Really thinking about who you were before the world taught you to be otherwise, and why you feel like you NEED to change yourself to ‘be’ a certain way
• Realizing that you’re already enough, and worthy, and you can fully trust yourself to be who you’re meant to be 
• What’s next for my podcast, my business, my community and more + embracing my ‘level up’ and the internal healing work that I’m so ready for

Resources & Links:

• Gather in Growth Sponsorship Inquiry
• IGNITE + GROW Micromind - now enrolling!

• Book me as a speaker for your next event
• Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Emily:

• Follow on Instagram and Facebook
• Join my email list
• Check out my website
• Connect with on LinkedIn

Related Episodes:

Episode 102 | Healing to the Depths of Your Soul and Nervous System Regulation with Sara Elise

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Find the complete show notes here: https://www.emilyreuschel.com/106-beyond-like-minded-cultivating-curiosity-comfort-with-the-unknown 

In today’s episode, Brittany MacLeod and I discuss failing spectacularly, cycle curiosity, embracing seasons of life and entrepreneurship, and more. Whatever season of life you’re currently in, it’s important to embrace this season, and think about what you actually need. Your goals don’t have an expiration date, and you also don’t have to wait for 20, 30, or 40 years from now to start living the life you actually want to live (contrary to what society will lead you to believe). If you’re ready for more purpose, joy, peace, health, and wealth, ALL of these things (and more) are possible for you to create, right where you are, RIGHT now!

In this episode, we will cover:

• Brittany’s multi-passionate entrepreneurial journey + how she navigated the ‘fear of failure’ mindset, anxiety, and more as a business owner
• The deep, transformative healing that Brittany experienced away from the small town she grew up in + why it’s okay to leave and immerse yourself somewhere new too
• Finding true peace in your unique season of life
• Changing the narrative and normalizing the conversation surrounding the menstrual cycle + celebrating the superpower that it truly is for women
• Why being super ‘emotional’ and feeling deeply does NOT have to be a negative thing
• The current season of ‘survival’ Brittany is living + how awareness has played a much more significant role in her life recently
• Not getting caught up in the ‘and then’ mentality, but instead, choosing to find joy and purpose in the everyday life you are already living
• Why you actually don’t have to wait 20+ years from now to live the life you want and dream of

Resources & Links:

• Gather in Growth Sponsorship Inquiry
• IGNITE + GROW Micromind - now enrolling!

• Book me as a speaker for your next event
• Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Brittany:

• Listen to the On The Edge podcast
• Follow on Instagram @brittanymacleod_ and @macleodmedia_

Connect with Emily:

• Follow on Instagram and Facebook
• Join my email list
• Check out my website
• Connect with on LinkedIn

Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!

Find the complete show notes here: https://www.emilyreuschel.com/105-failing-spectacularly-cycle-curiosity-embracing-seasons-of-life-and-entrepreneurship-with-brittany-macleod 

I’m honored to be joined by my inspiring, powerhouse friend, Roxanne Granata, for today’s episode! 

Roxanne is an Empowered Relationships Coach who specializes in healing the nervous system through Internal Family Systems (IFS - also known as Partswork) and Somatics. Her journey began a little over a decade ago when she experienced betrayal trauma with her now ex-husband, and his hidden addiction to pornography. This path was very painful and made her question herself (and even her sanity) along the way. Ultimately, it led her to experience healing that she didn’t know was possible, a newfound purpose and passion, becoming a published author, and even remarriage.

In this episode, we will cover:

• Roxanne’s story of discovering her first husband’s addiction + the powerful healing journey and new career that happened for her as a result
• Learning to set boundaries and surrender the outcome, no matter how scary or out of control it feels like
• Key differences of standard talk therapy vs. EMDR 
• The power of Partswork (IFS) therapy + what it’s like to actually find and ‘talk’ to a part of you that needs healing
• Understanding that having awareness and being very intentional about the ‘work’ you’re doing will positively impact and heal your kids + future generations
• Realizing that it’s not about fixing every aspect of your life, but instead, fixing and healing YOU

Resources & Links:

• Altogether You by Jenna Riemersma
• Gather in Growth Sponsorship Inquiry
• More info on the Ignite + Grow Micromind
• Join the Ignite + Grow Micromind waitlist

• Learn more about my speaking
• Get your YouDoYou32 tracker! (82’s little sister!)
• Get your #YouDoYou82 tracker and join the Facebook community!
• Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Roxanne:

• Follow on Instagram
• Check out her website
• Listen to her podcast Choose In
• Get her book Cutting Ties: Healing from Betrayal Trauma as the Spouse of an Addict

Connect with Emily:

• Follow on Instagram and Facebook
• Join my email list
• Check out my website
• Connect with on LinkedIn

Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!

Find the complete show notes here: https://www.emilyreuschel.com/104-betrayal-trauma-relationship-boundaries-and-using-parts-work-to-heal-with-roxanne-kennedy-granata