The Bold-Faced Truth Podcast

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Because we live in a culture that values logic, reason, and rationale over intuition, it is likely you have come across individuals who are leery (or even fearful) of psychics, mediums, and the healing and lessons gleaned from such modalities. Maybe you have always been curious if your loved ones are still with you or if you could connect with your spirit guides to aid you in making a challenging decision. Maybe you receive messages that seemingly come out of nowhere, but you don’t want to be ‘silly’ and give them any credence. Maybe you have a difficult ailment or disease that has been bothering you and you’d love to know if there is any deeper meaning behind this struggle. So much clarity, healing, and comfort can be accessed by working with a skilled medium or psychic who is capable of conducting past life regressions. I first learned about this process in Hypnotherapy school and I was eager to learn more. What support can we gather from a past life? Is that even real? Aren’t people just making up stories about their past lives? Seems a bit too woo, right? Or perhaps we live in a culture that doesn’t encourage spirituality, leaning on your intuition, and connecting with others on a spiritual plane. Maybe that’s why it seems a bit “out there”. Rounding out our final episode in our Spirituality Series, I called up my pal, Denise Correll, who is an Evidential Medium and Psychic to get her take on Past Life Regression and how that relates to mental health and wellness. Denise explains how she works with “Blending” to express messages from those who have passed on, the boundaries she has to establish so as to not overload herself with persistent energies, and if she has ever had to fire one of her spirit guides. This is a juicy one you won’t want to miss! This pod explores: HIRE ME TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT! I have three battle-tested (and badass) keynote speeches that are ready to be delivered to your company, organization, group, or association. If you or anyone you know could benefit from me droppin’ some gems (um, like, who couldn’t use some new tools?) please send them to THIS FANCY INFO PAGE on my site where you/they can message me directly about specific needs. RESOURCES Edgar Cayce’s A.R.E. THIS WEEK’S ‘DIAL AN EXPERT’ GUESTIE Denise is a psychic medium who has been highly sensitive since she was very young. She is able to connect with the energies present in a person’s life as well as those in Spirit. Denise’s father was a gifted psychic medium who always told her to listen to that little voice within. She has this same gift of clairaudience as well as clairsentience, clairvoyance, and claircognizance. As an empath, she deeply feels emotions and often physical symptoms a person may be experiencing. Her mother was also very intuitive, so growing up in a home where these gifts were seen as a normal part of life was a gift beyond measure. After many years hiding these talents and natural abilities, she is so very grateful and thankful to be able to share these gifts and be of service in bringing through messages to help people connect with their own inner knowing and light. Denise is the cohost of the podcast Enlightened Empaths which focuses on how to navigate this world as a highly sensitive empathic person. Prior to her current work, Denise was a special education teacher for many, many years. She lived all over the country and taught all grade levels from pre-K through community college. Her undergraduate degree is in Emotional Disturbance, and her masters degree is in Educational Leadership with post graduate work in education and counseling. Connect with Denise on her website or on Insta. ____ HOW TO LEAVE APPLE PODCASTS REVIEWS: HERE ______ WANT TO SUBMIT A SHOW TOPIC? Swing by THIS PAGE and let us hear what you would like us to sound off on!

It’s likely you’ve seen psychics or mediums on television or on social media (Hi, Tyler Henry!) but that’s about as far as mainstream media goes in discussing spiritual matters outside of religion. Until fairly recently I couldn’t tell you what the “Four Clairs” are (as in… CLAIRvoyant, etc.) or distinguish the difference between channeling or mediumship. Because this realm of spirituality was demonized (quite literally) for me growing up, I have an increased fascination and curiosity about various spiritual modalities. Perhaps you are the same. I have found that many of the women I work with are very curious about experiencing a spiritual world outside of religion. Perhaps you speculate about what happens when we die. Maybe you wonder if you are receiving signs from loved ones who have passed on. Or perhaps you would like to learn more about spirit and angel guides. Maybe you even connect with them regularly without really realizing it. Furthering our series on Spirituality, I give a call to my pal Michaela McGivern who is a psychic, a medium, and an energy healer with over two decades of experience. We talk about Michaela’s difficult childhood and how she dealt with her gifts while hiding them from her family, the easiest way to connect with loved ones who have passed, and how connecting with the afterlife can allow access to unbelievable healing. Packed with woo and even more love, this episode is a must-hear. This pod explores: HIRE ME TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT! I have three battle-tested (and badass) keynote speeches that are ready to be delivered to your company, organization, group, or association. If you or anyone you know could benefit from me droppin’ some gems (um, like, who couldn’t use some new tools?) please send them to THIS FANCY INFO PAGE on my site where you/they can message me directly about specific needs. ______ PERKS FOR THE POD-IENCE This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and The Bold-Faced Truth Podcast listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/boldtruth or simply enter code boldtruth at checkout. Hello!! Join the millions of people who have found huge relief and support from BetterHelp therapists and save on your first month while you’re at it! Check it out ~> ______ RESOURCES POD #484: [Dial An Expert] Spirit Guides + Lessons From The Afterlife With Suzanne FalterDesda Zuckerman and Your Sacred Anatomy ____ THIS WEEK’S ‘DIAL AN EXPERT’ GUESTIE Hello, my name is Michaela, and I’m a Psychic, Medium, and Energy Medicine Healer. I have 22 years’ experience and am clairaudient, claircognizant, and clairsentient. My aim is to provide you with healing and guidance that is delivered with compassion and serves your soul’s highest Evolution. As a Medium, I am honored to be the bridge between those on earth and those who have crossed over. I bring answers that you are seeking and messages of reassurance and heart connections. Clients find that mediumship sessions help release pain and grief while establishing a new foundation for their life. In addition to my Psychic and Medium experience, I have had an Energy Medicine and Shamanic practice since 2000 and provide deep transformational healing I was a Licensed Occupational Therapist from 1981-2020. Connect with Michaela on her website. ____ HOW TO LEAVE APPLE PODCASTS REVIEWS: HERE ______ WANT TO SUBMIT A SHOW TOPIC? Swing by THIS PAGE and let us hear what you would like us to sound off on!

When Suzanne Falter’s daughter suffered an unexpected and unexplainable cardiac arrest at the fragile age of twenty-two, she had no idea that her daughter’s death would open up a completely different world to her. She never thought that ten years later she would write a book on the many lessons her daughter, Teal, would teach her from the afterlife. At the time of her daughter’s passing, Suzanne was in the throes of hustle culture – doing, doing, doing, so much so that she couldn’t be bothered to look up from her work to enjoy a sunset. I wanted to bring Suzanne on the show to talk about the precious experiences she has had communicating with Teal from beyond the grave and how that informs the work she does in the world. In this tender and intimate discussion, I share some of my own experiences of communicating with my father who has passed and how meaning and guidance is often all around us… we only need to get out of our way to see them. We talk about what it means to truly surrender, what to do if you feel like you suck at meditation, and how to let go of all the stress, overwhelm, and worry that clouds you from operating at high vibration. In Suzanne’s memoir, entitled Free Spirited, she writes, “First she would have to die, then I would as well so we’d both be reborn in completely different ways.” If you like the idea of connecting with the afterlife or your spirit guides but have no idea where to start, you won’t want to miss this one. This pod explores: _______ HIRE ME TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT! I have three battle-tested (and badass) keynote speeches that are ready to be delivered to your company, organization, group, or association. If you or anyone you know could benefit from me droppin’ some gems (um, like, who couldn’t use some new tools?) please send them to THIS FANCY INFO PAGE on my site where you/they can message me directly about specific needs. ______ PERKS FOR THE POD-IENCE This podcast is sponsored by LetsGetChecked and The Bold-Faced Truth Podcast listeners get a whoppin’ 30% off their first test kit of choice at trylgc.com/boldtruth or simply enter code boldtruth at checkout. Hello!! Getting necessary medical testing can be simple, safe, and easily done in the privacy of your own home. Check out this killer offer from LetsGetChecked and save 30% on your first test kit! Check it out ~> ______ RESOURCES POD #482: [DIAL AN EXPERT] Privilege, Race, And Addiction With Laura Cathcart RobbinsPOD 483: [Dial An Expert] Alcohol, Addiction, + Reframing Shame With Annie Grace ____ THIS WEEK’S ‘DIAL AN EXPERT’ GUESTIE Suzanne Falter is the author of a memoir about her daughter Teal’s death Free Spirited; How My Daughter Healed Me from the Afterlife. She is an intuitive healer who helps people suffering from upset, confusion, and stress. She also hosts the Self-Care for Extremely Busy Women podcast, where she brings better self-care to thousands of busy people each week in 98 countries around the globe. ____ HOW TO LEAVE APPLE PODCASTS REVIEWS: HERE ______ WANT TO SUBMIT A SHOW TOPIC? Swing by THIS PAGE and let us hear what you would like us to sound off on!

Did you know that alcohol is addictive… to everyone? Not just those with “addictive personalities” (which may not even be a real thing), but literally everyone. All human bodies. And did you know that alcohol is a carcinogen? As in, it fucking CAUSES CANCER? How ‘bout this one… did you know that the word “alcoholic” is an outdated term and experts categorize alcohol consumption as Alcohol Use Disorder, which of course has a broad spectrum. Did you know that nearly anyone who drinks alcohol, even in “moderation” would be categorized as having Alcohol Use Disorder? Whoa. This week on the show, I’m chatting with Annie Grace who is one of the most predominant voices in the alcohol-free movement. Until I stumbled on Annie’s work, I had no idea that alcohol was addictive for everyone, let alone that it can cause cancer. And how would I? Every other item we consume from food to cigarettes to prescription drugs come with a host of information and warnings. But alcohol? Nope. You basically get the alcohol content and that’s about it. No warnings. No “hey, this shit could be the death of you!” or anything. And, let’s not forget that our culture sexifies everything surrounding alcohol… it makes you relax, you can escape your kids/stress/problems, you are wildly more entertaining, and of course, you are way more attractive. In this candid conversation, I chat with Annie about her personal relationship with alcohol, recent neuroscience highlighting efficacy in behavioral change (aka why white-knucking doesn’t work), and your first place to start if you want to get more curious and intentional about how much alcohol you consume. This pod explores: _____ HIRE ME TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT! I have three battle-tested (and badass) keynote speeches that are ready to be delivered to your company, organization, group, or association. If you or anyone you know could benefit from me droppin’ some gems (um, like, who couldn’t use some new tools?) please send them to THIS FANCY INFO PAGE on my site where you/they can message me directly about specific needs. ______ PERKS FOR THE POD-IENCE This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and The Bold-Faced Truth Podcast listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/boldtruth or simply enter code boldtruth at checkout. Hello!! Join the millions of people who have found huge relief and support from BetterHelp therapists and save on your first month while you’re at it! Check it out ~> ______ RESOURCES POD #482: [DIAL AN EXPERT] Privilege, Race, And Addiction With Laura Cathcart RobbinsDr. Lisa Feldman BarrettDr. BJ Fogg ____ THIS WEEK’S ‘DIAL AN EXPERT’ GUESTIE Annie Grace is the author of This Naked Mind: Control Alcohol, Find Freedom, Discover Happiness & Change Your Life and The Alcohol Experiment: A 30-day, Alcohol-Free Challenge to Interrupt Your Habits and Help You Take Control. She grew up outside Aspen, Colorado, in a one-room log cabin without running water or electricity. Having discovered a passion for marketing, Annie Grace earned a Masters of Science (Marketing) and dove into corporate life. As the youngest vice president in a multinational company at the age of 26, her drinking career began in earnest. At 35, in a global C-level marketing role, she was responsible for marketing in 28 countries; she was drinking almost two bottles of wine a night. Knowing she needed a change but unwilling to submit to a life of deprivation and stigma, Annie Grace embarked on a journey to painlessly gain control of alcohol — for her that process resulted in no longer wanting to drink. Never happier, she left her executive role to write and share This Naked Mind with the world. In her free time, she loves to ski, travel (26 countries and counting), and enjoy her beautiful family. Annie Grace lives with her husband and three children in the Colorado mountains. Find out more about Annie’s FREE Alcohol Experiment ____ HOW TO LEAVE APPLE PODCASTS REVIEWS: HERE ______ WANT TO SUBMIT A SHOW...

After a secret, six-year love affair with prescription drugs and alcohol, Laura Cathcart Robbins begrudgingly checked herself in rehab. She knew that if she had any hope of a future and any hope of parenting her precious children, she needed to get some help. And, fast. And the timing couldn’t have been worse. She was in the beginning stages of what could potentially be a horribly contentious divorce and had just signed on to a prestigious community position. In the space of a short ten months, Laura had ended a very high-profile marriage, went to rehab, got sober and fell in love. This week on the show, I chat with Laura about the chronology of her addiction, including a brief stint with freebasing cocaine, hiding pills and booze in a vault of shoe boxes, and terror she felt when she realized that her maternal instinct to caretake for her children, THE driving force in her life, was now superseded by the drive to get high. The strongest pull she had ever known was now dethroned by the urge to use. In this candid and unabashed interview, Laura shares her elitism around her addiction and how that kept her from getting the help she needed, her defense tactic of stonewalling others, and how she healed herself from taking ten Ambien daily… washed down with a few shots of Vodka. We discuss how her perspective on intimacy and vulnerability has changed in her relationships now that she’s in recovery, the role race and privilege played in her addiction, and the first step you should take if you are concerned about your substance use. This pod explores: _______ HIRE ME TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT! I have three battle-tested (and badass) keynote speeches that are ready to be delivered to your company, organization, group, or association. If you or anyone you know could benefit from me droppin’ some gems (um, like, who couldn’t use some new tools?) please send them to THIS FANCY INFO PAGE on my site where you/they can message me directly about specific needs. ______ PERKS FOR THE POD-IENCE This podcast is sponsored by LetsGetChecked and The Bold-Faced Truth Podcast listeners get a whoppin’ 30% off their first test kit of choice at trylgc.com/boldtruth or simply enter code boldtruth at checkout. Hello!! Getting necessary medical testing can be simple, safe, and easily done in the privacy of your own home. Check out this killer offer from LetsGetChecked and save 30% on your first test kit! Check it out ~> ______ RESOURCES Postcards From the Edge, Carrie FisherDrinking: A Love Story, Caroline KnappA Drinking Life, Pete Hamill ______ THIS WEEK’S ‘DIAL AN EXPERT’ GUESTIE Laura Cathcart Robbins is the host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room, and author of the forthcoming Atria/Simon & Schuster memoir, STASH (March 7, 2023). She has been active for many years as a speaker and school trustee and is credited for creating The Buckley School’s nationally recognized committee on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice. Her recent articles in Huffpo and The Temper on the subjects of race, recovery, and divorce have garnered her worldwide acclaim. She is a 2022 TEDx Speaker and LA Moth StorySlam winner. Currently, she sits on the advisory boards of the San Diego Writer’s Festival and the Outliers HQ podcast Festival. Connect with Laura on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. ____ HOW TO LEAVE APPLE PODCASTS REVIEWS: HERE ______ WANT TO SUBMIT A SHOW TOPIC? Swing by THIS PAGE and let us hear what you would like us to sound off on!

If you’re like most women in our culture, one says the word “health” and that immediately conjures up thoughts about losing weight, exercising, and you know… just being as skinny and appealing to men as possible. Thanks, Patriarchy. But, there are soooo many areas of health… and none of them are about anyone else except YOU. Listen, if something related to your health is uncomfortable for you, IT MATTERS. Full stop. You have pain during sex or with your period? It matters. You have pain in your gums, feel exhausted all the time, or have a tough time being around certain people? It matters. You deserve to find your healing in every area of your life. Whether that’s making your dental appointments or learning to establish boundaries. In this final health-focused episode, I dig into four major categories of our health as well as actionable steps you can take in each category to feel your absolute best. This is not about doing all 40+ items in this pod (I see you, Overachiever), but rather to start truly listening to your body, mind, and spirit, and figure out what health really means to YOU. What activities, people, foods, movement, or education bring you happiness and fulfillment? Time to find out because they all affect your health, my friend. Get your notebooks out because this pod is a “healthy” dose of actionable homework. [See what I did there?] This pod explores: ______ HIRE ME TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT! I have three battle-tested (and badass) keynote speeches that are ready to be delivered to your company, organization, group, or association. If you or anyone you know could benefit from me droppin’ some gems (um, like, who couldn’t use some new tools?) please send them to THIS FANCY INFO PAGE on my site where you/they can message me directly about specific needs. ______ PERKS FOR THE POD-IENCE This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and The Bold-Faced Truth Podcast listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/boldtruth or simply enter code boldtruth at checkout. Hello!! Join the millions of people who have found huge relief and support from BetterHelp therapists and save on your first month while you’re at it! Check it out ~> ______ RESOURCES Free-sources – some free ways I can help!!Pod #227: “No”Vember: How To Say “No” (And Not Feel Guilty)POD #250: Tough Convos 101POD #298: Steps To Silencing Your Inner Shit-Talker Ep#298POD #313: 4 Steps To Manifesting Dope-Ass Friendships POD #359: Necessary Rest: What It Means To Truly RestorePOD #447: [Amy Says] Boundary Deep Dive, Part 1POD #448: [Amy Says] Boundary Deep Dive, Part 2[AMY SAYS] EP#466 – 7 Ways to Amp Up Your Self-ConfidencePOD #479: [Dial An Expert] Period Pain Is Not Normal (And Other Women’s Health Issues) With Dr. Saru BalaPOD #480: [DIAL AN EXPERT] Codependency, Polyvagal Theory + Regulating Your Nervous System with Victoria AlbinaEnvironmental Working GroupPlayFitt ____ HOW TO LEAVE APPLE PODCASTS REVIEWS: HERE ______ WANT TO SUBMIT A SHOW TOPIC? Swing by THIS PAGE and let us hear what you would like us to sound off on!

So you’ve been stressed the-f-out, constantly overwhelmed and anxious and you’ve been noticing that this constant state of hustle, hustle, hustle, is starting to feel like your new normal. Only it’s not normal. You’re wondering if this is what burnout feels like. And your entire nervous system is screaming at you to slooooooow down. In fact, sometimes when you have down time you’re in such a heightened state, that you have a hellova time calming down… reaching for something to “do” while you relax. But, what is actually happening in your nervous system? Many times, when we get into these states of stress, we blame either ourselves, for taking on too much or not being able to handle enough, or we blame external forces. We think that it’s our boss’s fault or our partner’s fault, and whilst there may be some culpable parties, blame really doesn’t ever help you feel better. And being pissed that you’re anxious hasn’t really helped either. But, if you really understood what was happening in your nervous system, you could utilize tools to self-regulate or co-regulate. Ok, great. But wtf does this really look like? Furthering our series on women’s health, I dialed up my pal Victoria Albina who is a Nurse Practitioner, Life Coach, and authority on all things nervous system. We chat all about her take on Polyvagal Theory (wait, what’s that?), the three main states of our autonomic nervous system, and how we can work with that system to calm-the-fuck down already. We also discuss how all of this relates to codependency in our lives. Yep, all connected. If you’ve found yourself in a near constant state of stress and overwhelm, this episode will take you to school. This pod explores: _______ HIRE ME TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT! I have three battle-tested (and badass) keynote speeches that are ready to be delivered to your company, organization, group, or association. If you or anyone you know could benefit from me droppin’ some gems (um, like, who couldn’t use some new tools?) please send them to THIS FANCY INFO PAGE on my site where you/they can message me directly about specific needs. ______ PERKS FOR THE POD-IENCE This podcast is sponsored by LetsGetChecked and The Bold-Faced Truth Podcast listeners get a whoppin’ 30% off their first test kit of choice at trylgc.com/boldtruth or simply enter code boldtruth at checkout. Hello!! Getting necessary medical testing can be simple, safe, and easily done in the privacy of your own home. Check out this killer offer from LetsGetChecked and save 30% on your first test kit! Check it out ~> ______ RESOURCES Free-sources – some free ways I can help!!Pod #479: [Dial An Expert] Period Pain Is Not Normal (And Other Women’s Health Issues) With Dr. Saru Bala ______ THIS WEEK’S ‘DIAL AN EXPERT’ GUESTIE María-Victoria Albina (she/her) is a Master Certified Somatic Life Coach, UCSF-trained Family Nurse Practitioner and Breathwork Meditation Guide with a passion for helping women realize that they are their own best healers, so they can break free from codependency, perfectionism and people-pleasing and reclaim their joy. She is the host of the Feminist Wellness Podcast, is trained in Somatic Experiencing and other somatic modalities, holds a Master’s degree in Public Health from Boston University School of Public Health and a BA in Latin American Studies from Oberlin College. María-Victoria has been working in health & wellness for over 20 years and lives on occupied Munsee Lenape territory in New York’s Hudson Valley. >> Grab Victoria’s FREE meditations. << Connect with Victoria on Insta, Facebook, or Youtube. ____ HOW TO LEAVE APPLE PODCASTS REVIEWS: HERE ______ WANT TO SUBMIT A SHOW TOPIC? Swing by THIS PAGE and let us hear what you would like us to sound off on!

I heard something pretty profound recently – Something that shocked the shit out of me, if I’m honest. I was watching a TikTok video where a Naturopathic Doctor was discussing the three things related to hormones she intends to teach her daughter when she grows up. You know what number one was? She said, “I’m going to be sure she knows that painful periods are NOT NORMAL.” Wait, what!? As I began to scour this woman’s vids, I started to see a trend… many of the symptoms I experience around my period or even in my everyday life are actually totally treatable. In fact, this doc tends to see her patients dramatically (if not permanently) eradicate their symptoms in just 2-3 menstrual cycles. WHOA. So, of course, I’m all perked up and listening. And, I’m thinking, I need to get this woman on the podcast! This is shit that every woman needs to know. You can see where I’m going with this. This week on the show, I’m dialing up Dr. Saru Bala who spills the details on all things woman’s hormone health. We talk about the importance of gut health (and what-the-hell that even means) on the female hormonal system, how to know if you have excessive bleeding during your cycle, and what discomfort is normal for your period… and what absolutely is not. As in… you shouldn’t have to call out sick to work. Oh, AND… If you’ve gotten aaaaaall the lab work done and it keeps coming back “normal,” yet you feel like shit, you won’t want to miss this episode. We discuss how blood work is only a fraction of what needs to be addressed, how stress factors into the equation, and Dr. Saru’s favorite 3-step process to lessen your stress instantly. Don’t miss this one, my friend! This pod explores: _______ HIRE ME TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT! I have three battle-tested (and badass) keynote speeches that are ready to be delivered to your company, organization, group, or association. If you or anyone you know could benefit from me droppin’ some gems (um, like, who couldn’t use some new tools?) please send them to THIS FANCY INFO PAGE on my site where you/they can message me directly about specific needs. ______ PERKS FOR THE POD-IENCE This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and The Bold-Faced Truth Podcast listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/boldtruth or simply enter code boldtruth at checkout. Hello!! Join the millions of people who have found huge relief and support from BetterHelp therapists and save on your first month while you’re at it! Check it out ~> ______ THIS WEEK’S ‘DIAL AN EXPERT’ GUESTIE Dr. Bala is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor with a degree from Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. Prior to attending medical school, she received her Bachelor’s degree in Neurobiology from the University of Texas at Austin. She has done extra training in the areas of women’s health and naturopathic endocrinology. Currently, her primary focus is on managing chronic hormonal issues such as PMS, period pain, heavy bleeding, fibroids, endometriosis, Hashimoto’s, fertility, and other women’s hormonal health concerns. Connect with Dr. Bala on her website, TikTok, and Insta. ____ HOW TO LEAVE APPLE PODCASTS REVIEWS: HERE ______ WANT TO SUBMIT A SHOW TOPIC? Swing by THIS PAGE and let us hear what you would like us to sound off on!

So... I've got nothin'. That's right. No pod this week. [womp, womp] And next week too. What!? I know. Listen, I really didn't want to let you down. But, if I've learned anything in the last fifteen years I've been teaching personal development, it is the importance of walking my talk. If I am telling you to take care of yourself, then I should certainly do the same. And I really just needed a few weeks off from creating the podcast. Not to worry... I will be right back in your inbox and podcast feed on February 20th with a brand-new series. In the meantime, why not check out my free eWorkbook on cultivating self-worth and self-confidence? You can grab all of the deets below. Sending heaps of love your way! Amy ------------------------------------------ HAVE YOU GRABBED THIS FREE WORKBOOK YET? Learn how to find your voice and USE IT! My free eWorkbook, Speak Up for Yourself Without Being a Dick, features 9 proven challenges designed to radically improve self-confidence and self-worth. Yes, please! If you need to learn how to start saying “No” to shit you just don’t want to do (like that family function your mom has been guilting you about) or want to stop being ruled by fear and constant concern about what everyone else thinks, then you need to get your paws on this lovely little eWorkbook, stat. Designed to create radical change in a short period of time, Speak Up for Yourself Without Being a Dick, offers 9, easy-to-implement challenges designed to rapidly increase your self-confidence and self-worth. Go here or click the fancy image to download your free copy. Get some. #youwontbesorry

=>> HANG WITH ME IN MEXICO? EARLY-BIRD PRICING THROUGH TOMORROW! You’re scrollin’ through Insta or Facebook and you see all these lovely inspirational memes about self-care and making yourself important and you’re like, “Yeah, lemme just book a facial. That should help me feel less stress from my shit job.” If you’ve been cynical about self-care, honey, I feel you. Self-care’s online reputation would have you believing that taking care of yourself is all about mani/pedi’s, bubble baths, and massages. While these things definitely fall in the self-care category, there are actually WAY more ways to take care of yourself… most likely in ways you haven’t even thought of. In this week’s pod, I share four-ish major categories of your life that are often overlooked when it comes to truly taking care of yourself. If you’ve been feeling like you just don’t have the desire for a home spa day, but you KNOW something’s gotta change or you’re going to lose your shit, this episode is a MUST-LISTEN. This pod explores: ________ WANNA HANG WITH ME IN MEXICO? Let’s go to Mexico, Baby!! Wanna hang out in real life? And learn how to establish boundaries and believe in your own worthiness? And connect with like-minded badasses who are dying to be in your corner? And eat amazing food in a #gorge paradise? Of course, you do! APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN for my all-inclusive, IN-PERSON retreat held at a luxe, boutique resort in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico! But, act fast because space is extremely limited! [I’M] ENOUGH ALREADY Retreat will teach you everything you need to know to finally feel ‘enough’, let go of your past (hello, forgiveness!), and gain some super-human self-confidence! This retreat will rapidly sell out, so JUMP IN while you can! Go HERE to secure your spot in paradise! Can’t wait to hug you #IRL! __________________ PERKS FOR THE POD-IENCE This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and The Bold-Faced Truth Podcast listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/boldtruth or simply enter code boldtruth at checkout. Hello!! Join the millions of people who have found huge relief and support from BetterHelp therapists and save on your first month while you’re at it! Check it out ~> _____ ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Pod #313: 4 Steps To Manifesting Dope-Ass FriendshipsPOD #359: Necessary Rest: What It Means To Truly RestorePOD #401: [AMY SAYS] How to Manifest Your Soulmate – Part 1POD #402: [AMY SAYS] How to Manifest Your Soulmate – Part 2POD #447: [AMY SAYS] EP#447 – Boundary Deep Dive, Part 1POD #448: [AMY SAYS] EP#448 – Boundary Deep Dive, Part 2POD #476: Self-Love and Feeling Good Naked with Chardét RyelPOD #477: [Amy Says] 10 Ways to Boost Self-LoveCome As You Are with Dr. Emily Nagoski ___ HOW TO LEAVE APPLE PODCASTS REVIEWS: HERE ______ WANT TO SUBMIT A SHOW TOPIC? Swing by THIS PAGE and let us hear what you would like us to sound off on!

Flip through Insta or Facebook and you’ll find a litany of “Love Yourself” and “Just Think Positive” memes and you’re likely over here like, “Lemme get right on that.” When you’ve been struggling to simply accept yourself, actually loving yourself can feel like it would take an act of god. Perhaps you see super confident people and wonder how the hell they actually like themselves so much? Like, how can I get a piece of what she’s having? Here’s the problem: No one ever teaches you how to love yourself… or speak kindly to yourself… or pay attention to your needs. Lucky for you, I’ve put together 10 simple things you can start doing TODAY to help catapult your journey of self-love. [Hint: It’s actually not about finding the perfect job or the perfect mate that allows you to start loving yourself. #spoileralert This pod explores: ________ WANNA HANG WITH ME IN MEXICO? Let’s go to Mexico, Baby!! Wanna hang out in real life? And learn how to establish boundaries and believe in your own worthiness? And connect with like-minded badasses who are dying to be in your corner? And eat amazing food in a #gorge paradise? Of course, you do! APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN for my all-inclusive, IN-PERSON retreat held at a luxe, boutique resort in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico! But, act fast because space is extremely limited! [I’M] ENOUGH ALREADY Retreat will teach you everything you need to know to finally feel ‘enough’, let go of your past (hello, forgiveness!), and gain some super-human self-confidence! This retreat will rapidly sell out, so JUMP IN while you can! Go HERE or click that fancy image to secure your spot in paradise! Can’t wait to hug you #IRL! ___________________ PERKS FOR THE POD-IENCE This podcast is sponsored by LetsGetChecked and The Bold-Faced Truth Podcast listeners get a whoppin’ 30% off their first test kit of choice at trylgc.com/boldtruth or simply enter code boldtruth at checkout. Hello!! Getting necessary medical testing can be simple, safe, and easily done in the privacy of your own home. Check out this killer offer from LetsGetChecked and save 30% on your first test kit! Check it out ~> _____ ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: POD #351: The Difference Between Fear + Your Inner Critic and What to Do About ThemPOD #352: True Or False: Inner Critic EditionPOD #353: 6 Ways Strong Self-Worth Affects Your RelationshipsPOD #356: Understanding Emotional Intelligence - Connecting What You Feel with What You DoPOD #396: [AMY SAYS] How-the-hell to Establish Lasting BoundariesPOD #436: [DIAL AN EXPERT] The Truth about Body Positivity with Dr. Lexie KitePOD #437: [DIAL AN EXPERT] Understanding Body Love and Body Image with Summer InnanenPOD #447: [AMY SAYS] EP#447 – Boundary Deep Dive, Part 1POD #448: [AMY SAYS] EP#448 – Boundary Deep Dive, Part 2POD #476: Self-Love and Feeling Good Naked with Chardét Ryel ___ HOW TO LEAVE APPLE PODCASTS REVIEWS: HERE ______ WANT TO SUBMIT A SHOW TOPIC? Swing by THIS PAGE and let us hear what you would like us to sound off on!

If you’re anything like me, it’s likely you don’t know one woman who isn’t at least mildly concerned about what her body looks like. Our society and culture have created a very strong and lasting message that the value placed on women is in their appearance: how thin, how beautiful, and often how white they can be. What a sad, small box we’ve been placed into and I, for one, get so fucking livid about how much time I spend worrying about my insecurities that are making other people rich. Especially when I could use that brain power to build my empire, amiright!? So, where does one start? How do you start making peace with the body you reside in and move toward a loving relationship with yourself? Do you just chant a bunch of body positive affirmations in the mirror and hope for a magical shift? Not exactly. On this week’s show, I dial up Chardét Ryel, an author, wellness entrepreneur and Behaviour Change Specialist, empowering women globally with body confidence and well-being stripped of the rules. Hello! Let’s get some of that. In this conversation, Chardét and I talk about how important it is to analyze your motivation behind your pull to work out, eat “healthy”, and make changes to your appearance. We also discuss the concept of “acceptance” and how so many of us want to jump straight to loving ourselves without doing the work necessary to simply remain neutral. She also walks us through her signature 7-step process to feeling good in your nakedness! You in? Let’s go. This pod explores: reeeeeally ________ WANNA HANG WITH ME IN MEXICO? Let’s go to Mexico, Baby!! Wanna hang out in real life? And learn how to establish boundaries and believe in your own worthiness? And connect with like-minded badasses who are dying to be in your corner? And eat amazing food in a #gorge paradise? Of course, you do! APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN for my all-inclusive, IN-PERSON retreat held at a luxe, boutique resort in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico! But, act fast because space is extremely limited! [I’M] ENOUGH ALREADY Retreat will teach you everything you need to know to finally feel ‘enough’, let go of your past (hello, forgiveness!), and gain some super-human self-confidence! This retreat will rapidly sell out, so JUMP IN while you can! Go HERE or click that fancy image to secure your spot in paradise! Can’t wait to hug you #IRL! __________________ PERKS FOR THE POD-IENCE This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and The Bold-Faced Truth Podcast listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/boldtruth or simply enter code boldtruth at checkout. Hello!! Join the millions of people who have found huge relief and support from BetterHelp therapists and save on your first month while you’re at it! Check it out ~> _____ ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: POD #474: [Amy Says] How To Make Shit Happen in 2023POD #475: [Amy Says] 7 Ways to Follow Through On Your Goals ___ THIS WEEK’S ‘DIAL AN EXPERT’ GUESTIE Chardét is an author, wellness entrepreneur and Behaviour Change Specialist, empowering women globally with body confidence and well-being stripped of the rules. She is the host of the Feel Good Nakd podcast for women and founder of Corpão Fitness, a Brazilian-inspired wellness brand. Connect with Chardét on Insta. _ HOW TO LEAVE APPLE PODCASTS REVIEWS: HERE ______ WANT TO SUBMIT A SHOW TOPIC? Swing by THIS PAGE and let us hear what you would like us to sound off on!

At the start of every year, it’s likely you get pumped up and excited to make some serious change. You decide on a handful of things that you are GOING to conquer this year, god-damn-it! But what actually makes those goals a reality? Throughout my 12+ years in this work, I have found that noble intentions have very little to do with bringing goals to fruition. Good ol’ fashioned gumption and desire are not enough to make your dreams come true. [sad trombone] In fact, a recent Inc.com article indicated that only 8% of people actually accomplish their goals. WHOA!! 8%!? Well, fuck. But, wait. Never fear, Babycakes, because this episode targets seven ways people tend to sabotage their own goals (without even realizing it) and how you can set yourself up to slaaaaay all your goals. It’s not rocket science, but if you employ some of these easy tactics, you will kill all your 2023 goals! Yes, please! This pod explores: ________ WANNA HANG WITH ME IN MEXICO? Let’s go to Mexico, Baby!! Wanna hang out in real life? And learn how to establish boundaries and believe in your own worthiness? And connect with like-minded badasses who are dying to be in your corner? And eat amazing food in a #gorge paradise? Of course, you do! APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN for my all-inclusive, IN-PERSON retreat held at a luxe, boutique resort in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico! But, act fast because space is extremely limited! [I’M] ENOUGH ALREADY Retreat will teach you everything you need to know to finally feel ‘enough’, let go of your past (hello, forgiveness!), and gain some super-human self-confidence! This retreat will rapidly sell out, so JUMP IN while you can! Go HERE to secure your spot in paradise! Can’t wait to hug you #IRL! ___________________ PERKS FOR THE POD-IENCE This podcast is sponsored by LetsGetChecked and The Bold-Faced Truth Podcast listeners get a whoppin’ 30% off their first test kit of choice at trylgc.com/boldtruth or simply enter code boldtruth at checkout. Hello!! Getting necessary medical testing can be simple, safe, and easily done in the privacy of your own home. Check out this killer offer from LetsGetChecked and save 30% on your first test kit! Check it out ~> _____ ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: POD #225:Stick with It or Quit with It? Knowing When to Persevere and Knowing When to QuitPOD #474: [Amy Says] How To Make Shit Happen in 2023 ___ HOW TO LEAVE APPLE PODCASTS REVIEWS: HERE ______ WANT TO SUBMIT A SHOW TOPIC? Swing by THIS PAGE and let us hear what you would like us to sound off on!

FREE PLANNING GUIDE WITH THIS EPISODE! If you’re like most people, you have an overwhelming sense of excitement and ambition come the new year. Also like most people, perhaps you hit Jan with a fire under your ass, but when Feb rolls around you have slowly begun to lose steam, fervor, and action. Also, 2022 kicked many of our asses, so there’s that to contend with. Many people (and maybe YOU) enter the New Year with many plans and intentions, but somehow end up a bit off track sooner than later. In this episode, I address the biggest obstacles people unknowingly establish for themselves when crafting New Year’s goals and “resolutions”. Yep, you read that right… many people actually make their job a shit-ton harder by not setting themselves up for success to begin with. I also share my personal planning tool I use to ensure I establish solid goals in aaaaall areas of my life (not just fitness and money… but, yes, those too). Be sure to grab your free planning guide so you can plan and organize a seriously epic 2023 by figuring out what categories in which you would like to make headway. Plus, you’ll have sexy, little worksheets to record all your brilliance! This pod explores: ______ FREE PLANNING GUIDE WITH THIS EPISODE Did you grab your free planning guide that accompanies this episode? Get on it, Babycakes! Here’s the deal: our brain takes things waaaaay more seriously when we get out of our heads and get our thoughts/commitments out on paper. It’s like, science. So, OF COURSE, I want you to make some serious changes and make shit happen in 2023, so be sure you have your Pod #474 planning guide with you while you (re) listen to this pod so you can get into some serious action. Trust… if you just listen and don’t DO, you’re not going to change a damn thing. So, clickety-click RIGHT HUURRR to get your freebies sent directly to your inbox! #yourewelcom _____ WANNA HANG WITH ME IN MEXICO? Let’s go to Mexico, Baby!! Wanna hang out in real life? And learn how to establish boundaries and believe in your own worthiness? And connect with like-minded badasses who are dying to be in your corner? And eat amazing food in a #gorge paradise? Of course, you do! APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN for my all-inclusive, IN-PERSON retreat held at a luxe, boutique resort in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico! But, act fast because space is extremely limited! [I’M] ENOUGH ALREADY Retreat will teach you everything you need to know to finally feel ‘enough’, let go of your past (hello, forgiveness!), and gain some super-human self-confidence! This retreat will rapidly sell out, so JUMP IN while you can! Go HERE or click that fancy image to secure your spot in paradise! Can’t wait to hug you #IRL! ___________________ PERKS FOR THE POD-IENCE This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and The Bold-Faced Truth Podcast listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/boldtruth or simply enter code boldtruth at checkout. Hello!! Join the millions of people who have found huge relief and support from BetterHelp therapists and save on your first month while you’re at it! Check it out ~> ___ ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: POD #306: Top 5 Regrets Of The Dying + How To Live A Regret-free LifePOD #437: [DIAL AN EXPERT] Understanding Body Love and Body Image with Summer Innanen ___ HOW TO LEAVE APPLE PODCASTS REVIEWS: HERE ______ WANT TO SUBMIT A SHOW TOPIC? Swing by THIS PAGE and let us hear what you would like us to sound off on!

As we grow through our teen years into adulthood, it’s not uncommon to find a wealth of information about puberty, pregnancy, and infertility. Those transitions and obstacles are readily talked about and addressed. But, our shifts in hormones are clearly not done after our thirties and sadly, our society has done women a massive disservice in not properly setting us up with education and tools to navigate perimenopause and menopause… or even how to know if they’re happening for you or not. Add on the extreme stress of juggling careers, parenthood, ailing parents, and relationship struggles and many women find themselves in front of their doctors asking what the hell is happening to them. And sadly, the common western medical sentiment is to simply ride it out, lesson your stress (gag!), or start hormone therapy. There’s got to be a better way! [infomercial voice] Fortunately, there is. This week on the show, I dial up Dana La Voie, a Tonic Herbalist & Acupuncturist who has spent her career helping women balance their hormones naturally. She has over 20 years of experience specializing in women’s health and an over 90% success rate of getting women menopause relief. I mean… Yes, please! Have a listen to this convo where I ask Dana all the things about what it actually means to support one’s hormones through menopause, how to understand the evolutionary reason for this transition, and how this can actually be one of the best times of your life. (I know. It blew me away too.) This pod explores: ____ HIRE ME TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT! I have three battle-tested (and badass) keynote speeches that are ready to be delivered to your company, organization, group, or association. If you or anyone you know could benefit from me droppin’ some gems (um, like, who couldn’t use some new tools?) please send them to THIS FANCY INFO PAGE on my site where you/they can message me directly about specific needs. ______ PERKS FOR THE POD-IENCE This podcast is sponsored by LetsGetChecked and The Bold-Faced Truth Podcast listeners get a whoppin’ 30% off their first test kit of choice at trylgc.com/boldtruth or simply enter code boldtruth at checkout. Hello!! Getting necessary medical testing can be simple, safe, and easily done in the privacy of your own home. Check out this killer offer from LetsGetChecked and save 30% on your first test kit! Check it out ~> ______ THIS WEEK’S ‘DIAL AN EXPERT’ GUESTIE With 20 years of experience specializing in women’s health and an over 90% success rate of getting women menopause relief, Dana LaVoie wants more women to know their options for managing menopause and healthy aging naturally – the things their doctor’s not talking about. More than anything, she wants more women to know how to keep menopause and aging from interfering with their careers, home life, and dreams. She believes every woman deserves to feel vibrant, alive, and great at every age (no matter what their hormones are doing!) As a Tonic Herbalist & Acupuncturist, Dana has spent her career helping women balance their hormones naturally with over 10K client visits and hundreds of women in her online programs & coaching. And when not on the computer you’ll find Dana working in the garden, building things with her partner in their backyard, playing her guitar, hiking, biking, or paddling… And slowly becoming more of a world traveler. Connect with Dana on her website and grab her 10 Ways To Reduce Inflammation. ______ ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: POD #471: Embracing Mid-Life with Jennifer ArthurtonPOD #472: Dial A Non-Expert] Forty-Something Af: An Honest Conversation On Midlife + Aging With Andrea Owen ____ HOW TO LEAVE APPLE PODCASTS REVIEWS: HERE ______ WANT TO SUBMIT A SHOW TOPIC? Swing by THIS PAGE and let us hear what you would like us to sound off on!

When told by older women that she would one day settle into her age and things would get easier, author Kaya Oakes thought, “Apparently at some point I would reach a magical age when I had ‘no fucks left to give.’ But no one had warned me that before I hit that magical age, I’d have to survive my forties.” If it’s not your face falling down, your bladder starting a coup, your hair falling out, or needing waaaaay too much sleep (I mean, this is unreasonable, isn’t it?), then it’s dealing with feeling invisible, grappling with your identity shifts, and wondering if it’s only going to get worse. Now don’t get me wrong, I know I have it easy. I know being in my forties is far from the end of the world. But something is for sure changing and I don’t hear a bunch of folks talking about it. In fact, when I look at social media, television, or other media, middle-age women seem to be visible only when advertising fiber supplements. Try searching any stock photo site for middle-age women and you’ll get a ton of women in their nineties… almost like we’ve been erased. In this candid and very non-expert discussion, I chat with my very best friend, Andrea Owen, on what we’ve been processing as we process changes of mid-life. This episode is an inside look into two 40-somethings discussing what it feels like to constantly advocate for your health, reckon with physical changes, and what we actually love most about aging. If you’ve been wandering around like, “What is this body!? What is this life!?” then pull up an ear, my friend. You are not alone. This pod explores: ____ HIRE ME TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT! I have three battle-tested (and badass) keynote speeches that are ready to be delivered to your company, organization, group, or association. If you or anyone you know could benefit from me droppin’ some gems (um, like, who couldn’t use some new tools?) please send them to THIS FANCY INFO PAGE on my site where you/they can message me directly about specific needs. ______ PERKS FOR THE POD-IENCE This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and The Bold-Faced Truth Podcast listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/boldtruth or simply enter code boldtruth at checkout. Hello!! Join the millions of people who have found huge relief and support from BetterHelp therapists and save on your first THIS WEEK’S ‘DIAL A NON-EXPERT’ GUESTIE Andrea Owen is an author, global keynote speaker, and professional certified life coach who helps high-achieving women maximize unshakeable confidence, and master resilience. She has taught hundreds of thousands of women tools and strategies to be able to empower themselves to live their most kick-ass life through keynote speaking, her books, coaching, and her wildly popular podcast with close to 4 million downloads. She is the proud author of three books including the newly updated and expanded How To Stop Feeling Like Shit: 14 Habits That Are Holding You Back From Happiness (Seal Press/Hachette Books) which has been translated into 19 languages and is available in 23 countries. Andrea is a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC) from The Coaches Training Institute, a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the International Coaching Federation, a SHE RECOVERS® coach, as well as a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator; a modality based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown. When she’s not juggling her full coaching practice or writing books, Andrea is busy riding her Peloton bike, hanging out with her two teenagers, or making out with her husband, Jason. Learn more about Andrea at andreaowen.com and join the fun and wisdom at facebook.com/heyandreaowen and instagram.com/heyandreaowen. ______ ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: POD #471: Embracing Mid-Life with Jennifer ArthurtonWe Are Not Middle Aged: What Medieval Women Taught Me About My 40s, Kaya Oakes ____ HOW TO LEAVE APPLE PODCASTS REVIEWS: HERE ______ WANT TO SUBMIT A SHOW TOPIC? Swing by THIS PAGE and let us hear what you would like us to...

If you are a woman in your 40s or 50s or beyond, it’s likely you’ve been slapped in the face with the realization of how emphatically our society values youth and beauty. You’re cruisin’ along, building a career, maybe raising some kids, and then BOOM! Everything gets thrown out of whack, your eggs shrivel up, and you’re wondering who’s body is this anyway? And, also am I fucking invisible? Navigating midlife isn’t really something we’re set up for… I mean, think about it. We get tons of “shoulds” about going to college, getting the good job, buying the house, having the family, etc. and then what? Once you’ve checked off all the boxes, you stand around wondering, Is this really all there is? I thought this was supposed to be the part where I’m happy! This week on the show, I dial up Jennifer Arthurton, the founder and creator of Old Chicks Know Shit, a community and a podcast designed to inspire and support midlife women in chasing their dreams and creating their kick ass next chapter. In this candid conversation we chat about the Midlife Paradox, what to do if you keep thinking “I’m not where I thought I would be at this point in my life,” and how Jennifer reinvented herself after a difficult midlife breakdown. As she was approaching 50, she found herself divorced, unemployed, and bed-ridden from a stress-induced illness with zero idea of what direction to take her life. Have a listen and find out how she used this crucial moment to pivot into the most rewarding chapter of her life and how you can do the same. This pod explores: ________ WANNA HANG WITH ME IN MEXICO? Let’s go to Mexico, Baby!! Wanna hang out in real life? And learn how to establish boundaries and believe in your own worthiness? And connect with like-minded badasses who are dying to be in your corner? And eat amazing food in a #gorge paradise? Of course, you do! APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN for my all-inclusive, IN-PERSON retreat held at a luxe, boutique resort in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico! But, act fast because space is extremely limited! [I’M] ENOUGH ALREADY Retreat will teach you everything you need to know to finally feel ‘enough’, let go of your past (hello, forgiveness!), and gain some super-human self-confidence! This retreat will rapidly sell out, so JUMP IN while you can! Go HERE or click that fancy image to secure your spot in paradise! Can’t wait to hug you #IRL! ___________________ PERKS FOR THE POD-IENCE This podcast is sponsored by LetsGetChecked and The Bold-Faced Truth Podcast listeners get a whoppin’ 30% off their first test kit of choice at trylgc.com/boldtruth or simply enter code boldtruth at checkout. Hello!! Getting necessary medical testing can be simple, safe, and easily done in the privacy of your own home. Check out this killer offer from LetsGetChecked and save 30% on your first test kit! Check it out ~> _____ THIS WEEK’S ‘DIAL AN EXPERT’ GUESTIE Jennifer Arthurton is the founder and creator of Old Chicks Know Sh*t, a community and a podcast designed to inspire and support midlife women in chasing their dreams and creating their kick ass next chapter. Jennifer is a midlife mentor, podcast host, writer and speaker. Having made her own midlife course corrections, she has a passion for helping other women uncover the inherent power and wisdom of a time of life when they often feel overlooked and doubt themselves most. Jennifer regularly appears as a guest on blogs and podcasts and as a speaker at women’s events. Connect with Jennifer on Insta or Facebook. _____ ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Free-sources – some free ways I can help!!POD #468: How to *NOT* Lose Your Shit With Your Family This HolidayPOD #469: 6 Ways to Deal with Grief During the HolidaysPOD #470: 6 Ways to Manage + Recover From Holiday Stress ___ HOW TO LEAVE APPLE PODCASTS REVIEWS: HERE ______ WANT TO SUBMIT A SHOW TOPIC? Swing by THIS PAGE and let us hear what you would like us to sound off on!

Even though the holiday season is supposed to be all merry and bright and full of glad tidings, it’s quite certain that you’ve found yourself engaged with total overwhelm, buckling from the stress, and dangerously approaching burnout. Although fun and festive, it can take a sheer act of god to keep you from losing your ever-lovin’ mind during the chaos of this time of year, amiright!? If it’s not the multitude of gifts to buy or the food to prep, then it’s surely the family drama or workplace obligations that bring you to your breaking point. And while you’re spending money on shit you don’t want to buy or baking food for people you don’t even enjoy very much, you find yourself wondering why the fuck peace on earth has eluded you. But, lord help you if you don’t show up to the office party with the secret santa gift or all hell might break loose if you tell the in-laws you can’t make it this year. If you have found yourself overloaded by holiday stress and obligations, get ready for a huge sigh of relief. On this week’s show, I sound off on six things you can start doing immediately to relinquish all the holiday overwhelm and chaos so you can actually enjoy the things about this time of year that truly mean the most to you. This pod explores: and with whom ____ HIRE ME TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT! I have three battle-tested (and badass) keynote speeches that are ready to be delivered to your company, organization, group, or association. If you or anyone you know could benefit from me droppin’ some gems (um, like, who couldn’t use some new tools?) please send them to THIS FANCY INFO PAGE on my site where you/they can message me directly about specific needs. ______ PERKS FOR THE POD-IENCE This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and The Bold-Faced Truth Podcast listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/boldtruth or simply enter code boldtruth at checkout. Hello!! Join the millions of people who have found huge relief and support from BetterHelp therapists and save on your first month while you’re at it! Check it out ~> ______ ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: POD #277: 5 Ways To Gain More PeacePOD #379: Confidence Hangover: Feeling Guilty After Speaking Up For Yourself POD #396: [AMY SAYS] How-the-hell to Establish Lasting BoundariesPOD #398:[COACHING SESSION] Working with Isabel on Familial BoundariesPOD #399:[TOOL] Working with Handwriting Analysis to Create Boundaries POD #429:[DIAL AN EXPERT] Emotional Intelligence and Relationship Communication with Dr. Shyamala KiruPOD #447: [AMY SAYS] Boundary Deep Dive, Part 1POD #448: [AMY SAYS] Boundary Deep Dive, Part 2POD #468: How To *Not* Lose Your Shit With Your Family This HolidayPOD #469: 6 Ways To Deal With Grief During The Holidays ____ HOW TO LEAVE APPLE PODCASTS REVIEWS: HERE ______ WANT TO SUBMIT A SHOW TOPIC? Swing by THIS PAGE and let us hear what you would like us to sound off on!