

Lessons from a Quitter
Goli Kalkhoran
It is never too late to start over. No matter how much time or money you’ve spent chasing degrees and jobs to get to your current position, if ultimately you’re unhappy, then it is time to quit. Each week, Goli Kalkhoran, a fellow quitter, will interview inspiring guests who have quit lucrative careers to forge their own path and create a life they love. Get insight, inspiration, tools, and resources to help you quit what you hate and figure out what it is that you love.
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Sep 9, 2025 • 32min
Experimenting with a 3-day workweek
In this week’s episode of Lessons from a Quitter, I share a personal experiment I’ve started in my own business: taking Mondays and Fridays off to create a three-day workweek. While it sounds dreamy on the surface, the reality has been much messier—and that’s exactly why I wanted to bring it to you. We dive into how hustle culture and perfectionism make rest feel uncomfortable, why our brains resist slowing down, and how important it is to give ourselves permission to experiment. This conversation is about challenging old rules, embracing imperfection, and creating more space for what you truly want.

Sep 2, 2025 • 31min
Why High Achievers Keep Burning Out
In this episode of Lessons from a Quitter, we dive into the root causes of burnout and why so many of us struggle to rest. Drawing from years of coaching, I break down how capitalism, schooling, religion, and cultural expectations tie our self-worth to constant productivity. We explore why slowing down feels uncomfortable, why rest is often judged as laziness, and how these beliefs keep us stuck in cycles of exhaustion. This episode challenges you to rethink worthiness, confront the discomfort of rest, and begin building a life defined by joy and ease—not endless busyness.

Aug 26, 2025 • 50min
How to stop Emotional Outsourcing with Beatriz Albina
Beatriz Albina, NP, MPH, SEP, is a somatic life coach and host of the Feminist Wellness Podcast. In this engaging conversation, she explores the detrimental effects of emotional outsourcing, revealing how it leads to codependency and perfectionism. Béa shares powerful strategies for self-regulation and reconnecting with the body to reclaim joy. The discussion delves into overcoming people-pleasing tendencies, the science behind emotional regulation, and the importance of authenticity. Béa also teases her upcoming book, offering listeners a glimpse into transformative techniques for emotional well-being.

Aug 19, 2025 • 30min
How to Change the Story You Tell Yourself (and Change Your Life)
Discover how changing the story you tell yourself can unlock your potential. Learn to combat limiting beliefs that keep you stuck, exhausted, and feeling inadequate. The discussion emphasizes the power of reframing negative self-talk to reshape your reality and boost happiness. Celebrate your successes and reclaim your self-worth as you transform your self-narrative. Personal experiences and client transformations illustrate the profound impact this mindset shift can have on your life.

Aug 12, 2025 • 28min
Why I've offered a guarantee for my mastermind
In this episode, I pull back the curtain on why I decided to offer a 100% money-back guarantee for my new high-ticket mastermind for high-achieving women feeling unfulfilled. I share the thought process behind creating a safety net for participants, how it addresses trust issues in the coaching industry, and why I’m willing to take the financial risk. I talk about privilege, integrity, and how this decision pushes me to deliver the deepest transformation possible. Whether you’re a business owner or not, you’ll gain insight into making bold, values-aligned decisions that prioritize both client trust and personal growth.

Aug 5, 2025 • 41min
How Ysabella Allard continues to reinvent herself (and why she's joining the mastermind)
In this powerful episode of Lessons from a Quitter, I’m joined by Ysabelle Allard for a vulnerable conversation about what it really takes to transform your life from the inside out. Ysabelle shares her journey of walking away from a successful corporate career, surrendering to deep grief, and ultimately learning to trust her inner voice. We explore what it means to slow down, invest in yourself, and step into the unknown — even when it’s terrifying. If you’ve ever felt stuck, burnt out, or like you’re being called to something more, this episode will speak straight to your soul.

Jul 29, 2025 • 19min
Mastermind Anouncement
In this episode of Lessons from a Quitter, I share an exciting new chapter: the launch of Your Next Act Mastermind, a 6-month group program for high-achieving women in transition. If you’re feeling stuck, burned out, or questioning what’s next after “doing everything right,” this episode is for you. I open up about my own evolving journey and why this mastermind—complete with one-on-one coaching and an in-person retreat—is the most aligned offering I’ve created yet. This is for those ready to release old identities and step into the next version of themselves with clarity, community, and courage.

Jul 22, 2025 • 31min
Mid-Year Check In
In this mid-year solo episode, I share a deeply personal update on navigating a season of transition and uncertainty. From shutting down my membership to questioning what’s next, I reflect on what it means to evolve without attaching self-worth to productivity or clarity. I talk about the emotional toll of global events, holding space for conflicting truths, and allowing open-ended exploration instead of forcing answers. If you’re feeling unmoored, uninspired, or unsure about your next step, this episode offers a grounded perspective on how to sit with the unknown and redesign your life with curiosity, compassion, and intention.

Jul 15, 2025 • 25min
Replay: Managing Fear
In this episode of Lessons from a Quitter, we dive into the fear that keeps us stuck. It’s not the lack of information that holds us back—it’s the “what ifs” and unanswered fears that paralyze us. I walk you through a powerful tool: answering the fear-filled questions your brain throws at you. What if you fail? What if they judge you? Instead of spinning in anxiety, learn how to map out worst-case scenarios, strategize solutions, and take back your power. Plus, I introduce a free quiz to help you figure out whether it’s time to quit and what to focus on next.

Jul 8, 2025 • 19min
Replay: Arguing with Reality
We often waste precious time and energy arguing with reality – insisting that things should be different than they are. In this episode, I reveal the common pitfalls of waiting for a perfect, non-existent option C and explain why it's crucial to accept the 50-50 nature of life's choices. By letting go of the illusion of control and focusing on how we want to respond to the circumstances we face, we can gain clarity, make better decisions, and reclaim our power. Tune in to discover how to stop the exhausting cycle of arguing with reality and start moving forward with intention and purpose