Helping you understand who you are, what you want, and how to become the most empowered and confident version of yourself. Hosted by Self-Discovery Coach and author, Sara Katherine.
One of the most requested topics I had been receiving lately was to talk more about self-discovery when it comes to relationships and dating. As I started seeing more of these requests, I immediately knew I had to invite this week's guest Carly Ann to help answer your questions and share her expertise on building self-love and confidence while navigating relationships and being single.
In this episode, you'll learn:
About Carly
Carly Ann is a Self-Esteem & Relationship Coach, Podcaster, and Recovering Anxious Dater who is passionate about helping other women reclaim their worth in life & love.
Determined to put an end to you feeling ‘too much’, ‘crazy’, or ‘needy’ by giving you the inside scoop on why love makes you feel that way and how you can break free from people who enhance your insecurities.
Whether it is through her Podcast (Lessons in Love), free workshops, or private coaching, Carly Ann helps you go from insecure, anxious, and losing yourself in love, to feeling complete by yourself, totally irreplaceable, and standing in your power as the leader of your love life.
Instagram: @iamcarlyann
Website: www.carly-ann.co.uk
Podcast: Lessons in Love
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When you start getting to know yourself better, there’s a big chance that some activities or relationships in your life may feel a bit out of alignment compared to how they used to make you feel. The more you learn about who you are and what you really want, the more you’ll want to shift various areas of your life to match the personal growth you’re experiencing internally.
This month's self-discovery activity gives you tips on what to do when you start losing interest in the goals and hobbies that you originally had before diving into your self-discovery journey, and how to bring the passion and spark back into your life in a way that feels aligned and authentic to you!
This activity has been pulled from my upcoming book, Your Self-Discovery Journal, coming March 2022. Preorder your copy to explore even more self-discovery activities here!
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Big news! The membership program that we've all been waiting for has officially opened its doors to the public!
The Self-Discovery Society is my new online membership program created to help you find clarity, confidence and empowerment in order to start creating the life you want.
Depending on your membership plan, the Self-Discovery Society will provide you with ongoing support, an accepting like-minded community, and other amazing benefits.
Listen to the episode to learn more details, hear testimonials from current members, and plans for the future of the membership!
Join the Self-Discovery Society Here!
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Want to start diving into self-discovery and personal growth, but are confused about what it takes to truly become the best version of yourself?
What does the "best version" of yourself even look like?
Listen to this episode to learn the answers to these questions and more about the best way to work towards transforming into the best version of yourself.
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Self-care expert and mindset coach Kelsie from Simply Bentley joins me to talk about ways you can prevent yourself from experiencing burnout with effective and realistic self-care routines.
What you'll learn in this episode:
About Kelsie
Kelsie Bentley is a self-care and mindset coach who helps women with irregular schedules create sustainable routines to prevent burnout and promote better self-care. She got her start coaching women from behind the chair as a hairstylist and dove deep into the work of self-care after going through her own experience with burnout.
Her written work can be found on sites such as Mama Minimalist, The Hive, and Morning Laziness, and she has been featured on several podcasts including Healing Unscripted and All Things Relax.
When Kelsie isn’t helping people feel good inside and out, Kelsie enjoys reading personal development books, being a lazy gardener, and sharing meals with friends. Kelsie lives in Central Illinois with her husband, Brett, her black Lab, Clark, and her sassy calico cat, Lois.
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Are you feeling a bit stuck in your life, comparing your timeline to others', or feel like you haven’t accomplished what you “should” have by this point in your life? This activity is going to help you realize that you are doing such a great job, give you perspective on what you truly want, and understand that your own personal timeline is special and perfect for YOU.
This activity was pulled from my self-confidence guided journal, I'm Awesome. Here's Why..., and if you’d like to use the diagram created to help you through the process, you can purchase the book here.
If you have the book already, you can find the diagram and instructions for this activity on page NUMBER. This isn't required, but it can definitely help elevate the impact and make it fun!
When you’re done, share them with me! Either privately in my Instagram DMs or share them on your story and tag me @coachsarakatherine!
Requests for future activities? Send me a DM or submit requests on my website.
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So you've heard about self-discovery, but you're not sure if it's something that you need to pursue right now. That's okay, you're in the right place!
Whether you're working towards career goals, personal growth goals, building confidence, or something else, not working on your self-discovery journey can be critical towards helping you achieve what you want. This episode breaks down five extremely important signs that you need to start a self-discovery journey for yourself in order to help you achieve your personal goals.
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Looking at the title of this episode, you might be thinking, Sara, that’s almost too big of a question to answer. How can you possibly respond accurately for everyone?
Well first, you’re not wrong. It’s definitely a big question to answer! Second, I don’t think it’s impossible to answer in a way that nearly everyone can relate to in some day.
If you’ve been asking the big questions and seeking the answers to what it takes to live a happy life, then this episode is for you.
During this episode, you’ll also learn:
Referenced In This Episode: * Self-Discovery Activity: Identify Your Values * My People-Pleasing Recovery Story * 6 Ways I Completely Changed my Life in One Year
Coming soon! The Self-Discovery Society: an exclusive membership community created to help you find clarity, passion and empowerment. Lock in a discounted rate and become a founding member here.
Want to ask a question that can be answered in a future episode? Send in your question here.
Ways To Work With Sara * Join the Self-Discovery Society * Self-Discovery Starter Kit * Books: + I’m Awesome. Here’s Why… + Your Self-Discovery Journal + Be Happy. Be Calm. Be YOU
Connect with Sara on Instagram @coachsarakatherine.
One of the most overlooked pieces to self-discovery and personal growth is self-compassion. Oftentimes you'll hear advice about confidence saying to simply, "Be more positive" or other generic blanket statements that ignore the true challenges and messiness that you can face when you work on strengthening your confidence muscle.
Laura decided to switch the narrative, and is determined to include self-compassion and giving yourself grace as you grow through your self-discovery and personal development journey.
In this episode, you'll learn about:
Laura is the creator behind The Self Set, where she shares strategies and insight on how to work through insecurities and be kinder to yourself. She self-published the Create Your Confidence Guided Journal as a workbook to help women work through insecurities and build more confidence over time.
Purchase Create Your Confidence Guided Journal
Follow Laura on Instagram @theselfset
Visit Laura's website at theselfset.com
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A fun and easy way to kick-start your self-discovery journey is to take personality tests! Personality tests, like the two mentioned in this episode, are great ways to start understanding who you are, why you respond in certain circumstances, what motivates you, and also how to better understand other people in your life.
While there are numerous personality tests that can help you during your self-discovery journey, the two mentioned in this episode are my top two recommendations overall! They're thorough, easy to comprehend, and work hand-in-hand with each other to give you a well-rounded view to understanding yourself a little better.
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Grab your notebook or open up your Goodreads account, because today I'm sharing 10 of the absolute best books that you can read for your self-discovery and personal growth journey!
Click here to view the full list of books and links to purchase
Not sure which book to start with? Send me a message on Instagram and let me know which ones you're most interested in reading, and I'll give you my recommendations that fit where you are in your self-discovery journey!
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This month's Q&A series episode is answering a question from TikTok: How do I start my self-discovery journey?
Might I say, fantastic question! As you'll learn in this episode, sometimes embarking on a journey to reconnect with who you are and what you want can be overwhelming. Do I start with affirmations? Do I need a journal? Are there certain books I need to read? Do I need a coach right away?
My answer may surprise you, so tune in to see how you can get started with your self-discovery journey in the best way possible!
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This month's guest interview features Juston Gonzalez-Rodholm, who's in the profession where experiencing failure is innately part of the job. Throughout his acting journey, Juston has learned mindset shifts and tools that you can use to help you overcome your own fear of rejection and failure.
Additional topics discussed in this episode include:
About Juston Juston has been acting/performing since the fifth grade, and received his bachelor's degree from CSULB in acting performance. He is currently in the second half of a two year Meisner technique program through Ruskin school for acting. Worked at Disney from 2008-2019 where he met me, as well as his wife, Kiana. While at Disney he was a part of the Youth Education Series where he taught groups of students about a variety of subjects ranging from California history, physics, marketing, leadership, and goal setting.
Connect with Juston on Instagram: @Justonicus
Ways To Work With Sara * Self-Discovery Starter Kit * Put Yourself First – 1:1 Private Coaching * Books: + I’m Awesome. Here’s Why… + Your Self-Discovery Journal + Be Happy. Be Calm. Be YOU
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Every month, one episode on the Be Your Own Badass Podcast will be dedicated to an actual self-discovery activity that you can use and apply to your own life. These activities may include journal prompts, actions to try, or a combination of both!
Kicking off this series for today's episode is all about identifying your values. This is an excellent way to start your self-discovery journey if you're unsure about where to begin and will become a foundational piece to many other activities for self-discovery that you encounter in the future.
Ways To Work With Sara * Self-Discovery Starter Kit * Put Yourself First – 1:1 Private Coaching * Books: + I’m Awesome. Here’s Why… + The Self-Discovery Journal + Be Happy. Be Calm. Be YOU
Connect with Sara on Instagram @coachsarakatherine
Becca Hua joins Sara on the Be Your Own Badass Podcast to talk about staying authentic online, exploring topics and issues such as:
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The first of a brand new monthly series here on the Be Your Own Badass Podcast: Q&A! Once a month, one episode is going to be dedicated to answering YOUR questions. This month is answering a question that I've been asked often, so I'm glad I had the opportunity to answer in a full episode!
Learn all about my journey as an author. From where my love for writing began back in the day, my aspirations as I grew older, how I landed my very first book deal, and how I navigated balancing writing four books all while either attending college or having a full-time job. Plus, you'll learn my advice for aspiring authors, if you wish to publish a book someday too!
Want your question featured and answered in a future Q&A episode? Submit your question here!
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Welcome to the official SEASON 2 of the Be Your Own Badass Podcast!
Do you find yourself battling with your inner critic? Setting high expectations for yourself, and beating yourself up when you can't live up to your own high standards? Or maybe you're hard on yourself when you start comparing yourself to other people? Or pressure yourself to look or act a certain way to be more "normal."
In this episode, you'll learn all about my own history with managing my harsh inner critic, brought on by my own perfectionist tendencies and the drive to make other people happy. Then, you'll learn the 10 ways I recommend managing your inner critic, and what steps to take to be a little kinder to yourself.
Additionally, you'll learn where I've been, updates in my life and within my coaching business, the new book I wrote that's coming in December 2021, what to expect coming up in season 2 of the podcast, and so much more!
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Struggle with people-pleasing? Listen to this episode to learn five ways your life will change when you finally start to confidently put yourself first. Plus, learn all about my own people-pleasing recovery journey, updates that have happened since the last episode, and a special sneak peek announcement for a chance to work with me starting in 2021.
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Do you find yourself constantly striving for the approval of someone else in your life, only to feel lost and confused about what you even want? Jessica Faye felt the exact same way, especially in her past romantic relationships. In this episode, Jessica shares her own experiences when she was stuck in the people-pleasing cycle, and how she learned to let go of attachment and discover her true authentic self.
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Topics covered in this episode: * How Jessica experienced people-pleasing in her relationships * The steps Jessica took to unlearn her people-pleasing habits * Some of the roadblocks and challenges she experienced through her self-discovery journey * The most effective steps she took to improve her relationship with herself * Defining moments in Jessica's life that helped shaped her into the confident and aligned woman she is today * Jessica's brand new website and other special projects she recently launched * What happiness means to Jessica, items on her bucket list, and advice she would give to her younger self
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Are you unsure if you’re a people-pleaser or not? You’ve heard this term a few times, feel a little intrigued, or maybe someone called you a people-pleaser at one point in your life. But is that really you?
People-pleasing in the most basic sense is pleasing other people. Additionally, it’s pleasing other people and putting others’ needs before your own at the expense of yourself. You value others and their opinions more than your own. You may find that to be a form of selflessness, but there’s a difference between being selfless and generous, and losing yourself from always focusing on other people.
If you’re still on the fence (or maybe have no clue!), listen to this episode to learn five sneaky signs that you’re a people-pleaser.
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Is your fear of failure keeping you from going after your biggest goals? If you're scared to fail, you're afraid to take risks that can propel you toward creating a life you love. In this episode, learn six ways you can overcome your fear of failure once and for all.
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Need help with finding your purpose in life?
When you’re in school, it’s easy to know your direction and all of your next steps. You’re working hard to finish projects, pass tests, ace classes, and eventually graduate so you can get a full-time job and start your career.
But what if you graduated from school, got the job, and find yourself feeling like you’re just going through the motions?
You feel like something is missing.
There’s more to life than this, right?
Grab a pen and paper, download the guided workbook here, and answer these five questions to help you find your purpose.
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From feeling lost and overwhelmed to finding clarity and purpose, this is my honest story and the six ways I completely changed my life in the span of a year.
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Have you ever felt like this?
Stressed, swamped with responsibilities, but little wiggle room to take time off?
Continuing to work towards your goals while balancing a busy schedule, feeling unmotivated, and avoiding burnout isn’t easy, but it’s not impossible.
In this episode, I'm sharing 3 simple steps that I discovered that can help you get out of your rut and back in the saddle to conquering your upcoming deadlines.
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How do you make friends after college? You're not in school anymore, how do you make connections and meet new people?
Building relationships and making new friends as an adult after college is challenging, and one of the biggest issues many young adults face once they enter the "real world" after finishing school. This podcast episode shares some ideas for how you can start making friends as an adult, and finally stop feeling like your social circle is shrinking.
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We’re all looking for the same thing: How can you make your life the best it can be? How can you find happiness? How do you achieve your biggest dreams? You feel stuck. Uncertain on how to answer those questions and confused about where to even start. What’s the secret to success and happiness? That’s the ultimate question. Learn about the ultimate guide to living a badass life to finally feel like you're living a life you love. View Show Notes
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Trying to balance a busy schedule and manage your time productively is one of the biggest challenges you face in your twenties, and beyond. Whether you're in school or deep in a full-time job, effective time management skills are essential to keeping up with ALL THE THINGS you have going on in your life. This episode will take you through the six-step process that I've used to manage my time when I was the busiest I've been in my entire life. I've also provided a free workbook to help guide you through the process on my website! View show notes and download the workbook here.
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If you're working towards long term goals and dreams, odds are you've experienced a dip in your motivation at some point throughout your journey. Staying motivated is tough, but in this episode I break down 7 ways you can stay motivated and work hard to accomplish all of your long-term goals to help you achieve the life of your dreams. View Show Notes
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If you feel stuck in life, this episode is for you. You don’t know what you want, you’re feeling trapped, and you’re constantly comparing yourself to other people thinking that they’re achieving it all. Here’s a secret: everyone has felt how you are feeling right now. View Show Notes
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Self-discovery is almost every aspect of personal development. What many don’t know is just how deep self-discovery can go when exploring these parts of self-development. Get down to basics and explore all of the different exciting aspects of self-discovery in today’s episode of the Be Your Own Badass Podcast. View Show Notes
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Hey hey and welcome to the very first episode of the brand new Be Your Own Badass Podcast! I'm SO excited to start this new adventure with you. I wanted to take the time to introduce the podcast, introduce myself, as well as the goals and what I have planned for this show. View Show Notes
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