Cultivating a Culture of Truthlighting

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Stop Workplace Gaslighting and Advance Fair Opportunities for Women Cultivating a Culture of Truthlighting offers a path for workplaces to move away from practices that gaslight women and toward ones that build a culture grounded in truth, trust, and accountability that advance fair opportunities for women. In this episode, my guest, leadership and workplace culture consultant and…

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Talking to Your Partner About Internalized Patriarchy

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Talking to your partner about internalized patriarchy is easy to put off (especially when he seems “better than most”). But if you’re feeling increasingly frustrated by how it shows up in shared routines, the mental load, and emotional labor, it’s time to do more than just commiserate with friends. In this episode, we’ll explore how…

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Releasing Perfectionism and Pursuing Purpose

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Releasing perfectionism and pursuing purpose is a topic that came to me as I grappled with some of my own questions around capacity. You see, perfectionism isn’t just about not wanting our imperfections to show. Sometimes it shows up when we care deeply but feel overwhelmed. In this episode of Mindset Unlimited, I explore how…

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5 Steps to Shift Habits of Perfectionism and People Pleasing

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Perfectionism and people-pleasing aren’t bad habits—they’re survival strategies rooted in patterns of emotional outsourcing learned early in life. When you’re conditioned to regulate your nervous system through other people’s approval or needs, it can keep you stuck in cycles of over-giving, self-doubt, and disconnection from your own truth. Shifting these patterns isn’t just about changing…

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4 Mindset Shifts for Stressful Times

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These 4 mindset shifts for stressful times can make a big difference when it comes to staying engaged with intention instead of reactivity. Compassionate accountability helps us embrace our humanity while challenging our status quo. Here we’re focusing on simple, practical tools, and encouragement as we navigate these difficult times. In this episode of Mindset…

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Empathy Isn’t the Problem: Untangling the Myths

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And Staying Engaged Without Burning Out Empathy isn’t the problem—but lately, some voices claim that it is, arguing that empathy leads to irrational decisions or even “civilizational suicide.” If you’re someone who cares deeply, you probably reject the idea that empathy is a threat to society. In fact, you likely believe we need more empathy…

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Best Guide on How to Know What You Want

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Finding Your Path to a Meaningful and Fulfilling Life by Valerie Friedlander Are you struggling to figure out how to know what you really want in life? If you’ve ever felt lost, uncertain about your direction, or unsure how to find your path, you’re not alone. For over a decade—even before I became a coach—I’ve…

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3 Steps to Building Self-Support In Your Work

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3 Steps to Building Self-Support in Your Work is essential for anyone experiencing any level of career instability. Whether you’re questioning your path and considering a career change, dealing with layoffs, or feeling the strain of unclear goals and shifting expectations, these practices can provide a supportive space to discern your next step. Cultivating your…

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Where Do We Go From Here?

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Reflections on this Podcast and Layoff Uncertainty “Where do we go from here” is a common question when we encounter a crossroads in life. Whether a transition is big or small, each point is an invitation learn more about yourself and choose what is aligned for the person you are becoming. This episode engages two…

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Unlocking Your Leadership Energy

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How to Shift from Stress Response to Intentional Action Unlocking your leadership energy isn’t just for executives—it’s for anyone navigating life’s complex challenges. In this episode, I dive deep into how we can shift from reactive stress responses to intentional, powerful action. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by uncertainty or stuck in unproductive patterns, I’ll share…

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