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Emotionally Uncomfortable

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Jan 8, 2025 • 34min

1189: "Redefining Aging: Falling in Love with Your Body and Building Strength" [Interview with Michelle McDonald]

Are you overwhelmed by the flood of health advice online, feeling stuck despite doing “all the things”? If you’ve been to every doctor, tried countless protocols, and still don’t feel good in your body, this episode is for you. I’m joined by Michelle McDonald, a powerhouse in women’s health and fitness and the creator of Train with Joan. Together, we dive into what it really takes to feel alive, energized, and strong in your body at any age. In this episode, we cover: Why following a routine is the foundation of lasting change—and how to get started How the basics like protein-centric nutrition, hydration, and movement outweigh the flashy health trends How to recognize emotional patterns and stop them from sabotaging your success Why falling in love with your body now (not later) transforms your results Learn how to create habits that honor your body, your goals, and your joy. Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ No one is going to “empower” you. You need to empower yourself. Michelle, known worldwide for her Transformation Programs, delivers world-class knowledge to help women redefine the aging process and embrace longevity, anti-aging, empowerment, resilience, fitness, and muscle-building. Since 2013, Michelle has been coaching women online, sharing her expertise as a Physique Champion and ISSA Strength and Conditioning Specialist. As the founder of Stronger by Design and Co-Founder of Tulum Strength Club, she has inspired countless women to take control of their lives and build their own strength. Michelle started her online transformational coaching for women in 2012 and founded The Wonder Women (TWW) in 2020 and the TWW coaching academy in 2011. Michelle's contact is D'Ann: d'annjordan@thewonderwomen.com  Follow her on Instagram @thewonderwomenofficial and check out her podcast at thewonderwomen.com/podcast/ Feeling overwhelmed and ready to take your life back? Join my live Time Rich Reset—a four-day intensive where I’ll coach you through reclaiming your time, energy, and the story you actually want to live. Head to heatherchauvin.com/timerich to start your transformation!" If you're ready to create a life where time and energy are finally aligned with your true priorities, apply now at heatherchauvin.com/apply and start your journey to a Time Rich life.
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Jan 6, 2025 • 38min

1188: "From Rage to Resilience: How Kim Found Herself and Rebuilt Her Marriage"

In this heartfelt conversation, Kimberly Roy, a Mastery Mentor, shares her transformative journey of grief and rebuilding her marriage. She uncovers how unprocessed emotions can impact relationships and emphasizes the importance of self-awareness. Kim discusses the shift from constant doing to embracing stillness, highlighting self-leadership as essential for thriving connections. With insights on vulnerability and mentorship, she reveals how personal growth can empower women to reclaim their lives and foster meaningful change.
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Jan 1, 2025 • 20min

1187: "Becoming the Buffalo: My Year of Resilience, Growth, and Deep Self-Trust"

Dive into a journey of resilience as the speaker reflects on a transformative year. Discover what it means to truly trust yourself and run toward life's storms for deeper healing. Explore the intricate dance of parenting, endurance training, and personal growth. Embrace the messy nature of life while reclaiming your energy and clarity. It's a powerful invitation to connect with your true self and step into 2025 with intention, courage, and a fresh perspective.
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Dec 25, 2024 • 34min

1186: "The Power of Receiving: Abundance, Synchronicity, and Turning on Your Inner Light" [Interview with Cathy Heller]

Kathy Heller, bestselling author and host of the popular *Abundant Ever After* podcast, shares profound insights on the power of receiving. She discusses how shifting from striving to receiving can unlock unexpected abundance and synchronicity in life. Kathy emphasizes that true fulfillment comes from within, highlighting the transformative roles of meditation and self-awareness. The conversation also tackles overcoming a lack mentality and inspiring personal growth through gratitude and kindness. Don't miss her upcoming book, which promises to deepen these teachings!
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Dec 18, 2024 • 25min

1185: "Why Celebrating Small Wins Drives Big Success" [REPLAY Episode 987]

Do the thing that you think you don’t know how to do. In this popular episode from September 2022, I reflect on the launch of my book Dying To Be A Good Mother to inspire you to go after what you want - and unhook from shame along the way. Listen in as I share: Why I didn’t originally want to host a book launch party and how it made me feel How speaking your truth can have an unimaginable impact on people Why celebrating yourself isn’t just about you Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ This January in Detroit, join me for a transformative two-day experience designed to help seasoned professionals break free from burnout, master time and energy management, and reconnect with your body and purpose. With only 50 seats available, secure your spot now at heatherchauvin.com/detroit—because you deserve to thrive, not just survive. Are you ready to ditch the cash flow roller coaster and step into true financial security? Join me for the “Cash Flow Accelerator” starting January 6th, where we’ll create a personalized strategy, tackle the mindset work, and ensure you have the step-by-step support to make 2025 your strongest year yet. Head to heatherchauvin.com/cashflow to claim your spot—let’s do this together!
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Dec 11, 2024 • 31min

1184: "The Truth About Perimenopause" [Interview with Jenn Pike]

Are you doing all the things—even following every functional medicine protocol—and still feel like your body is betraying you? You’re a high-achieving, ambitious woman, yet suddenly, your energy, libido, performance, and drive feel like they’ve hit rock bottom. Sound familiar? Welcome to perimenopause. In this episode, I’m joined by Jenn Pike, Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist and the queen of women’s health, to discuss how perimenopause isn’t just a phase—it’s a call to reconnect with your body, unlearn everything you thought you knew, and take ownership of your health like never before. Here’s what we dive into: Why relying on someone else to just “tell you what to do” is holding you back from true health empowerment The importance of regular testing to truly understand what’s happening with your body Why there’s no such thing as a “one size fits all” solution to your health—and how to embrace what works for YOU If you’ve been feeling stuck, unheard, or like you’re losing yourself, this conversation will inspire you to take back control, trust your body, and reclaim your health. Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Jenn Pike is a Functional Medicine Diagnostic Nutritionist, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, and Medical Exercise Specialist. She specializes in women’s health and hormones and is the best-selling author of The Simplicity Project as well as her two cookbooks, “The Simplicity Kitchen” and “The Simplicity Body.” She is the founder of the global and revolutionary women’s health programs “The Hormone Project and Synced”, and the host of “The Simplicity and Audacity Sessions” podcast. You can also find her on Youtube on her Jenn Pike channel. Grab her FREE Perimenopause Support Guide book at heatherchauvin.com/jennpike Follow her on Instagram @jennpike and on LinkedIn. Are you ready to stop wasting time and finally take control of your life? Join my Time Rich Accelerator, a personalized one-on-one program designed to transform your relationship with time and energy—because you deserve to thrive in 2025. Head to heatherchauvin.com/bonus to grab your spot before December 20th! If you're ready to create a life where time and energy are finally aligned with your true priorities, apply now at heatherchauvin.com/apply and start your journey to a Time Rich life.
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Dec 4, 2024 • 20min

1183: "How to Break Old Habits and Create the Identity You Desire" [REPLAY Episode 1009]

What type of person do you want to become? Every decision you make, no matter how small, has the power to shape your identity. Just like the moment-by-moment choices made when you decide to go skydiving (and all the opportunities you have to opt out throughout the process of jumping out of a plane!), the tiny habits you build every day lay the foundation for real, lasting change. In this replay from 2023 (with over 18K downloads!), I dive into: Why creating meaningful change is easier than you think when you focus on habits and identity How taking action, even when it feels uncomfortable, is key to achieving the results you desire Why resistance is a natural part of the process—and how to overcome it daily When you stay in your comfort zone, you remain attached to an identity that feels familiar—but is it serving you? Listen in to break through the attachment and create a life where you take courageous steps, and show up in every area of your life prioritizing how you want to feel. Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Feeling like your energy tank is always running on empty? Join me on December 4th for the 2025 Energy Roadmap Workshop, where we’ll create a real, sustainable strategy to help you thrive in 2025—energized, focused, and ready to make an impact. Head to heatherchauvin.com/event to save your spot! If you're ready to create a life where time and energy are finally aligned with your true priorities, apply now at heatherchauvin.com/apply and start your journey to a Time Rich life.
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Nov 27, 2024 • 34min

1182: "Scaling Without Sacrifice: Leadership Lessons for Visionary CEOs" [Interview with Allison Maslan]

You got into business for more freedom and to make an impact, so why does it feel like the business is running you? For Allison Maslan, CEO of Pinnacle Global Network, Despite her incredible success at a young age, she felt unhappy and consistently guilty for wanting more. After a life-changing accident, she was forced to redefine leadership and learn how to scale her business without sacrificing every area of her life. In this episode, Allison shares: What it means to step into the role of a visionary CEO and empower your team to take the lead so you can expand your vision (and achieve it) The parallels between leadership and parenting, and how both require empowering critical thought and emotionally uncomfortable conversations The top three qualities you need to embody to scale your business and lead a time-rich life Listen up and learn how to step out of your own way. Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Allison Maslan, CEO of Pinnacle Global Network, was recently named “One of the 10 Women Entrepreneurs to Watch”, by Forbes Magazine. She is the Wall Street Journal Best Selling Author of, Scale or Fail, which is endorsed by Daymond John and Barbara Corcoran of Shark Tank. Allison has shared the stage with noted business leaders such as Richard Branson and Magic Johnson; has been featured in Inc., Success, Fortune, Fast Company, and Forbes Magazines, is a regular contributor to Entrepreneur Magazine, and a featured expert on ABC, CBS, NBC, CNN, and Fox. Allison is also the host and producer of her own podcast, The SCALEit® Method. Over the last 40 years, Allison has built 10 successful companies. And for the past 15 years, she and her team of business mentors, have helped over 150,000 Founders scale their businesses, fast-track their success, and create a more meaningful life through her company, Pinnacle Global Network. Pinnacle Global Network is one of the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies for the past 3 years. Check out her website, pinnacleglobalnetwork.com, and her book, “Scale or Fail.” Follow her on Instagram @allisonmaslan and on LinkedIn. Feeling like your energy tank is always running on empty? Join me on December 4th for the 2025 Energy Roadmap Workshop, where we’ll create a real, sustainable strategy to help you thrive in 2025—energized, focused, and ready to make an impact. Head to heatherchauvin.com/event to save your spot! If you're ready to create a life where time and energy are finally aligned with your true priorities, apply now at heatherchauvin.com/apply and start your journey to a Time Rich life.
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Nov 20, 2024 • 19min

1181: "Reclaim Your Time: How to Focus on What Matters and Let Go of the Rest" [REPLAY Episode 942]

Discover how to reclaim your time and energy with strategies tailored for ambitious women. Learn to plan your week by aligning tasks with your desired feelings rather than just a to-do list. Explore the traps of trying to meet societal definitions of success that often lead to burnout. Embrace authenticity and personal accountability while managing holiday stress and personal aspirations. This episode encourages you to shed unhelpful habits and focus on what truly matters to create a fulfilling life.
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Nov 13, 2024 • 39min

1180: "Are You a High-Functioning Codependent? Understanding Boundaries, Burnout, and Self-Worth" [Interview with Terri Cole]

Why do you keep doing things that NO ONE asked for?  Because you thrive on over-giving and overworking, constantly making other people’s pain your problem.  Feeling triggered? Good!  It’s time to break the cycle of being a high-functioning codependent. In this episode, I’m joined by Terri Cole, licensed psychotherapist, global relationship and empowerment expert, and author of Boundary Boss and Too Much!  Together, we dive deep into the patterns and behaviors of high-functioning codependency and how to start reclaiming your time and energy. Take a deep breath and jump in as we dive into:  How to recognize high-functioning codependency behaviors in yourself and the people around you Common myths around codependency and how they shape our perceptions of self-worth and relationships Practical strategies and exercises to release control and empower others to make their own choices Why high-functioning codependents are more susceptible to burnout and the emotional labor that often leads them there Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Terri Cole is a licensed psychotherapist and global relationship and empowerment expert and the author of Boundary Boss and Too Much! For over two decades, Terri has worked with a diverse group of clients that includes everyone from stay-at-home moms to celebrities and Fortune 500 CEOs. She has a gift for making complex psychological concepts accessible and actionable so that clients and students achieve sustainable change. She inspires over a million people weekly through her blog, social media platform, signature courses, and her popular podcast, The Terri Cole Show. For more, see terricole.com Check out her podcast at terricole.com/itunes. You can find more about her book at hfcbook.com and follow her on Instagram @terricole I am opening up my private retreat experience to the public for the first time and I am inviting you to a live Q&A on November 19th. Head on over to heatherchauvin.com/event and explore how this can help you create space, clarity, and strategic growth in your life. If you're ready to create a life where time and energy are finally aligned with your true priorities, apply now at heatherchauvin.com/apply and start your journey to a Time Rich life.

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