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Marie opens this episode fresh off the final call of the first-ever Moxie Mastermind cohort — and she is FEELING it. The women were in tears. Every single one named the Moxie group as one of the greatest sources of positive feeling in their last six months. And almost all of them are coming back for round two in September.

From that high, she dives into something she's been coaching heavily lately — a shift that her clients keep describing as total freedom: learning to need nothing in the way of external validation, while giving everything in the way of it.

This one's a game changer.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Why needing external validation is one of the biggest things standing between you and making your idea real — and why the people who love you most still can't give you what you need
The story of Marie leaving her career to start over, feeling sheepish sharing her vision, and why she had to believe in the "after" before anyone else could see it
Why chasing external validation is chasing the dragon — it will never be enough, it will rob you of your authenticity, and it will pull you off your own internal compass
The three things you actually have control over (hint: it's not what other people think of you) and why handing that power to someone else is the opposite of Moxie
What a vulnerability hangover is, how to be with the feeling instead of running from it, and why embracing your "too-muchness" makes it lose its power
Real client stories: the woman who stopped asking her partner if he was mad at her, the one who stopped checking in with her boss at the end of every day, the one who stopped fawning over her chaotic family — and what changed for all of them
Why Marie doesn't believe in feeling neutral about positive feedback — receive it, soak it up, let it feel great — and what to do with negative feedback instead
The two-part process: never need validation because you give it to yourself first — and always give it freely in the form of gratitude, appreciation, and presence
Why that combination — needing nothing, giving everything — creates an ecosystem where nobody else controls how you feel, and your momentum becomes inevitable

Also in this episode:

A sneak peek at the Moxie Mastermind September cohort (almost full — apply at dothebloom.com)
The Pocket Moxie — an AI tool Marie is building to give her clients access to her full body of work anytime, right in their pocket
And a little love letter to taking August completely off — by design, on purpose, unapologetically.
The Moxie Mastermind September cohort is almost full. Apply now at dothebloom.com.

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

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We open this episode on a yacht in San Diego Bay — silky robes, pirate ships, debating whether to jump into very questionable Coronado waters — deep in conversation with a brilliant restaurateur from a small town in Italy. He asked my advice and posed a question: I know I need to collect failures. But I get too much positive feedback. Where am I going wrong?

My answer: I don't buy it.

From there, this episode becomes a masterclass in what it actually means to put yourself out there — and why if you're not failing, you might not be going far enough.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Why "I don't see evidence of failure" usually means one of two things — and neither of them is that everything's going great
How praising kids (and ourselves) for being good at something actually causes us to stop taking risks — straight from the research in Mindset
The real reason we don't recognize our own failures — and why your brain might be actively hiding them from you
My own recent failures: from missing my husband's best friend energy, to a chaotic first three weeks of summer, to courses delayed, a book half-written, health issues from 20 years of athletic yoga, and a friendship changed by necessary boundaries
Why every item on that failure list is there because I’m putting my full heart into my life — and what that means for yours
Why if you're not failing, you may be depriving the world of something only you can give it
The design thinking concept of failing forward — and how mastering the Gain instead of minding the Gap makes it easier and more fun
Why measuring progress against your ideal is a logical fallacy (your vision isn't real yet — it's a steering mechanism, not a measuring stick)
Why measuring from where you started kicks you into higher brain function, makes you more creative, and actually makes you statistically more likely to hit your goal
The two questions I leave you with to uncover how YOU can fail bigger, better, faster, MORE.

Mentioned in this episode:

Mindset by Carol Dweck
The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan
Compassionate Observer (Bloom Your Mind Podcast)
Look How Far you’ve come (Bloom Your Mind Podcast)
The Moxie Mastermind Monthly Retros — where failures get collected, celebrated, and learned from

The Moxie Mastermind is enrolling for the September cohort now. Find the application at dothebloom.com.

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

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What are you actually building? Not reacting to — building.

Marie opens this episode with a summer reflection on the people you spend the most time with, and what it means to be truly intentional about who and what you let into your mind, your energy, and your week. From there, she gets into the concept she lives by and teaches inside the Moxie Mastermind: the Blueprint. Two focused priorities — one for contribution, one for life force — that hand you back the reins of your own life and point you toward the things that actually light you up.

If you've ever had that quiet, uncomfortable thought of is this all there is? — this episode is for you.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Why energy acclimation is real, and how to be intentional about the rooms, relationships, and conversations you put yourself in — instead of just saying yes to whatever approaches you
The two-priority Blueprint Marie uses inside the Moxie Mastermind every six months — one goal for your contribution to the world, one for pure joy, adventure, and self-expression
What a Misogi is (thank you, Jessie Itzler) and why setting a goal purely for fun and aliveness is just as important as your big professional swing
Why "if you have more than three priorities, you have none" — and what it costs you to stay scattered
How women are socialized to say yes to all the small things, hold everything for everyone, and never make the big moves toward the thing that's actually theirs to make
Why your brain's negativity bias and your tendency to over-serve everyone around you are the same problem — and require the same intentional solution
How the Blueprint works with your subconscious: when you choose a direction, your brain starts filtering for it and pulling you toward it — instead of keeping you stuck in reaction mode, replaying the past
The difference between avoiding what you don't want and actively choosing what you do — and why only one of those creates real change
What essentialism looks like in practice: letting go of everything — habits, people, scrolling, energy drains — that doesn't code you toward the result you're creating
What becomes possible in just six months when you have a Blueprint, a community, and accountability — moves, funding, horses, healed marriages, inner peace, and wild things Marie has watched happen inside the Moxie

The Moxie Mastermind is enrolling for the September cohort now. The group is incredible, the Blueprint process is the core of how we work, and spots are limited. Find the application at dothebloom.com.

Mentioned in this episode:

Moxie Applications at dothebloom.com
Jessie Itzler’s Big Ass Calendar
Essentialism by Greg McKown
Brain buckets Bloom Your Mind Episode

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

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What if you could transform a hard, spinning, overwhelming emotion into something useful — in as little as thirty seconds? This episode teaches exactly that.

The Metaphoric Two-Step is a tool rooted in Marie's training as a hypnotist, and it's applicable to anyone at any age. It's how she helped her son navigate panic attacks around bullying in kindergarten. It's what left her mom — a retired therapist who literally wrote her thesis on the use of metaphor in psychology — completely astounded. And it's a practice Marie returns to again and again to clear her emotional space so her mind can follow.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Why dropping into your body first thing in the morning — before trying to "fix" your mindset — is the move that actually works
How emotions carry data, and what you miss when you shove them down or act them out instead of feeling them
The 90-second practice for sensing where an emotion lives in your body and using metaphor to understand it more deeply
How metaphor allows the brain to access both hemispheres, decreasing anxiety and lowering resistance to the emotional state
Why allowing emotions should be followed by alchemizing them into something that serves you
How to use visualization to transform that metaphor into something more helpful — a keystone image you can return to anytime, anywhere
How to anchor that image to invoke it and change your emotional state at any time you need to
Why this tool works for kids, adults, seasoned therapists, and everyone in between. (And yes — it's a little bit like the Boggart in Harry Potter. If you know, you know.)

Mentioned in this episode:

The Metaphoric Two-Step tool (from Marie's hypnosis training)
Harry Potter — the Boggart scene

Ready to go deeper?

The Moxie Mastermind is enrolling for the September cohort now. Find the application at dothebloom.com.

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
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In this episode, Marie goes straight to the part most people skip when they're trying to make an idea real — that moment when the voices in your head start telling you it's not realistic, you don't see anyone else doing it, and you're not sure if you have what it takes.

She breaks down exactly why your brain does this (threat scan, negativity bias, a regenerative thought loop you didn't sign up for), why every single person you admire had to generate belief from scratch, and the three-part practice that turns that belief into rocket fuel: own your past, own your present, own your future.

Marie shares her own story — how finding her moxie the first time saved her life, and how finding it again completely rebuilt it — and invites you to do the same.

What You'll Learn

What "making an idea real" actually means — any change you're making or vision you're bringing to life
Why your brain threat-scans every new idea and how negativity bias quietly stacks "evidence" against you
The truth that you won't see external evidence for what's possible yet — and why that gap is the perfect opening for you
Why social definitions of worth (beauty, affluence, power) are a moving target across cultures and centuries — and why letting them define you is a trap
A three-step ownership practice that turns the story or your past into the engine for what's next
How a hero’s journey format can help you hijack negative thinking about the past and help you accept the circumstances of what you’ve lived through
How to frame your mindset around the present so that it fuels your motivation every day
The practice of using our narrative of the past and present to supercharge our belief in the future
How internally articulating our stories of the past, present and future sets us up for creating buy-in externally as we share our ideas
How claiming the things you think you’re supposed to hide about yourself create more freedom, authenticity and connection
How becoming obsessed with the life you’ve built sets you free to love and live

The Practice: Own Your Past, Present, and Future

Own your past. Write your own story of it. Say the thing you think you're not supposed to say out loud. Claim the wildness, the weirdness, the part you think you're supposed to be embarrassed about. When you say it, other people get to say theirs too.
Own your present. What are you up to now? Why do you love it? Why are you proud of it? What part are you in right now, and why are you obsessed with it? Take responsibility for where you are and what you're up to — instead of getting pulled into imposter syndrome, comparison, and not-enoughness.
Own your future. The possibility you're standing up for. The work you love to do and be about in the world. Write it, share it, own it. Let it fuel you.

This Week's Invitation

Sit down and write your own story — past, present, and future — in your own words. Say the thing you think you're not supposed to say. Become obsessed with the part you're in right now. Stand up for the possibility you're walking toward. Then share it. Because the world needs you, and that starts with falling in love with yourself, your story, who you are right now, and where you're going next.

Memorable Quotes

"Your job is to believe in yourself and your vision more than you believe the thoughts in your mind telling you not to."
"Both are equally true. You won't pull this off. It's inevitable that you'll pull this off. Choose the one that's more helpful to you."
"If you don't see people that look just like you doing what you want to do, in the way you want to do it — that's not proof it's not realistic. That's the perfect gap in the world for you."
"Finding my moxie saved my life the first time. The second time, it completely changed it."
"I'm obsessed with your story. Are you?"
“The world needs you. That starts with falling in love with yourself, your story, who you are right now, and where you're going next.”

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

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In this episode, Marie unpacks one of the most powerful habits a person can build: deciding on purpose and ahead of time. She kicks things off with a behind-the-scenes look at the summer bucket list she just built with her family — and why that one ritual is setting them up for a collaborative, empowered, unforgettable summer where they actually get to know each other better and make real decisions about how to spend the moments of their precious life together.

From there, she shares why her recent Time Whispering class is getting rave reviews (spoiler: it's the deciding on purpose ahead of time of it all), and then walks through exactly how this practice changes everything — from how you eat and move, to how you build your career, to how you show up in your relationships, to how much of your life you actually feel present for.

What You'll Learn

Why "in the moment brain" is reactive, negativity-biased, and almost always defaults to what's easiest
How deciding ahead of time lets you pull from your wisest mind — the one that actually has your best interest at heart
Why goals are never really about accomplishing the goal — they're about who you become as you reach for them
A repeatable process for making decisions, recommitting to them, and moving through the obstacles that show up along the way
The truth that you're always deciding — either on purpose from your highest mind, or by default in reaction to whatever life throws at you
How to apply this to the real, daily places it matters most: diet and exercise, career, relationships, and time with the people you love

Mentioned in This Episode

Time Whispering Course — the recent class is getting rave reviews because it puts this exact principle into practice. Grab the course to get the full resource and start deciding ahead of time about your time.
The Moxie Mixer — Marie shares details on the upcoming Moxie Mixer event and how to grab your ticket. Listen in for the link and how to claim a spot.
Summer Bucket List — try this with your family or even solo. It's a small ritual with an outsized return on your summer.

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

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Marie is back from a week in the Catskills (and a stroll down the High Line) and diving into a concept that keeps showing up everywhere in her life — in her therapy, at the retreat she just led, in her coaching groups, and in the books she's been reading. When she mentioned it in both the Bloom Room and Moxie, the room lit up. So here it is.

The idea is simple and radical: the person who should be your ultimate ride or die isn't out there. She’s you.

We start with talking about how parents are doing in the transition between the school year and summer, how to

What you'll learn in this episode:

What it actually means to be your own ride or die — and why Marie sees it as the heart of living from your Moxie
How to protect your time and energy through regenerative design — and why access to you is something people earn, not automatically receive
Why living authentically (even when it's uncomfortable) is one of the most powerful forms of self-loyalty
What "shame slaying" is and how radical honesty robs shame of its power
How to be a cycle breaker — and why you probably won't get positive reinforcement for it (and why that's okay)
The difference between loving someone and giving them an all-access pass to your time and energy
How to be the compassionate observer of yourself when you're struggling — and what the "I got you" energy really looks like from the inside out

Mentioned in this episode:

The Way of Integrity by Martha Beck
The Limit Does Not Exist by Shoshana Raven
The Time Whispering course (now available for purchase)
The Love and Moxie course (now available for purchase)
The Moxie Mastermind — and the June 25th Mixer in San Diego
Find Marie at dothebloom.com or @the.bloom.coach on Instagram

How to connect with Marie:

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You can have a bulletproof work plan. You can take massive action every single day. You can believe in the impact your idea will have once it's out in the world. And you can still stay completely stuck — or keep repeating the same frustrating patterns without understanding why.

In this episode, Marie introduces one of her favorite client exercises, rooted in the regenerative design process: the Triumvirate of Belief. It's a framework that examines the three essential parts of bringing any idea into the world — you, your idea, and the people who will receive it — and surfaces the hidden beliefs that are quietly running the show.

In This Episode

Marie digs into why belief work isn't just about believing in yourself — it's about examining what you believe about all three players in the regenerative design process. When any one of those beliefs is off, sneaky, or sitting just below the surface of your awareness, it will find a way out. It will sabotage your action, stall your momentum, or keep you spinning your wheels in confusion.

This isn't abstract or theoretical. Marie walks through how the Triumvirate of Belief shows up across the real areas of life where we're most often trying to make change:

Relationships — and the ideas we have about how to improve them
Business, entrepreneurship, leadership, and careers — and what we believe about the ideas we're putting into those spaces
Habit change and personal health — and what's really running the show when we can't seem to make a change stick

Then she shares the exercise itself — a simple, practice you can apply anytime, to any idea, in any area of life. It's the exercise Marie's Moxie Mastermind students recently called one of their favorites, and once you try it, you'll understand why.

The Three Parts of the Triumvirate

Beliefs About Yourself What do you actually believe about who you are, what you're capable of, and whether you deserve to put this idea into the world? These beliefs set the ceiling — or the sky.
Beliefs About Your Idea How do you really feel about what you're creating or pursuing? Is it good enough? Is it ready? Is it worth people's time, money, and attention? Your hidden beliefs here will show up in how — or whether — you share it.
Beliefs About Your Audience What do you believe about the people who will receive, use, buy, or be changed by what you're putting out? Do you trust them? Do you believe they want what you have? These beliefs shape everything about how you show up for them.

The Practice

A belief that lives under the surface doesn't stay there. It sneaks out and undermines everything you're building — in your relationships, your work, your health, your leadership. The only way through is to look directly at it.

This episode's exercise is simple enough to do right now and powerful enough to change everything. Once you can see your beliefs clearly across all three areas, you can start replacing the ones that aren't serving you with thoughts and perspectives that actually move you forward.

Mentioned in this episode

The Regenerative Design Process — Bloom Your Mind Podcast
Regenerative Thought Cycles - Bloom Your Mind Podcast
Bridge Thinking — Bloom Your Mind Podcast

How to connect with Marie:

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What if the secret to your best work isn't trying harder — it's allowing more?

In this episode, Marie shares a personal story from a recent retreat where she made a counterintuitive choice: instead of preparing by drilling her content, she prepared by protecting her energy. The result? The best coaching of her life. And it happened because she got deeply, radically present.

This episode is a practical toolkit for getting present — no matter how wild and chaotic the world around you is

What you'll hear in this episode:

The retreat experience that changed how Marie thinks about preparation, performance, and presence — and why she coached better by trying less
Why presence isn't about turning off your brain or your expertise, but about partnering with the parts of yourself you can't logically name
Three tools you can use anywhere, anytime — whether you're in a hard conversation, a chaotic day, or facilitating a room full of people

The three tools:

Grounding A quick practice (can take 2 minutes or 10 seconds) using breath and visualization to root yourself, release what you don't need, and invite in the energy you want. Great for clearing other people's noise out of your system and filling back up with your own vibe.
Focus Out When self-consciousness or self-doubt creeps in, the answer isn't always to go deeper inward — sometimes it's to become a field of presence looking outward. Curiosity. Observation. Loving awareness.
The Body Anchor Learn the physical sensation your body produces when you're truly present — that specific buzz, that particular feeling — and use it as an anchor you can return to anytime. Your body has its own language. This tool is about learning to understand it and learning to speak it.

Mentioned in this episode:

Moxie Mastermind + the Moxie Morning Routine (where Marie teaches her full meditation practice)
Walden by Henry David Thoreau

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

JOIN THE BLOOM ROOM!
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Your brain isn't broken — it's just running very old software on a very modern life. And honestly? For the savanna, it was excellent software. For navigating your inbox, your relationships, and the story you tell yourself about whether you're actually making progress? Less so.

In this episode, we dig into five cognitive biases that quietly shape how you see yourself, make decisions, process hard things, and stay stuck. Not in a "you're fundamentally flawed" way — in a "oh wow, this explains SO much" way. Because these biases aren't signs of weakness or low intelligence. They're universal. Researchers who study them have them. Highly successful people have them. Your most clear-headed friend has them. The difference is just whether you can see them running.

So let's see them.

What you’ll learn on this episode:

Expectation bias — Your brain is basically a hypothesis-confirming machine. Whatever you already believe about a situation (or yourself), it will dutifully find evidence for. This is why you can walk into the same meeting with different expectations and come out with completely different interpretations of what happened. We talk about how this shows up in self-perception specifically — and how our expectations about ourselves can become the very filters that make them feel true.
Attribution bias — This one is a whole family of related tendencies, and it explains so much conflict and self-criticism. The short version: we judge other people by their character and ourselves by our circumstances (when things go wrong) — and then flip it when things go right. There's also a sneaky cousin called hostile attribution bias, where we interpret ambiguous behavior from others as intentionally unkind. Spoiler: they probably just had a bad morning.
Negativity bias — The one that causes the most unnecessary suffering, full stop. Your brain is structurally wired to weight negative experiences roughly twice as heavily as positive ones. One critical comment, one bad day, one public stumble — and your nervous system is taking notes in permanent marker while your wins get written in pencil. This isn't a mindset problem. It's evolution. And once you understand it, you can actually do something about it (hello, proof practice).
Status quo bias — Why do we stay in situations that aren't working? Why does change feel so risky even when staying is also a risk? This bias is the culprit. Your brain frames the current state as neutral and any change as loss — which means inertia gets disguised as wisdom. We talk about the one question that cuts right through it.
The availability heuristic — You judge how likely or true something is based on how easily you can think of an example. Vivid, recent, emotionally charged things feel more real — which means your most memorable failures feel like better predictors of your future than your quieter wins. We break down why this matters for how you tell your own story.

All five of these biases share a throughline: your brain is optimizing for survival and efficiency, not for accuracy, growth, or joy. The work isn't to fight it — it's to develop a real relationship with it. To learn its patterns. And to build the practices that help you work with your neurology instead of being unconsciously run by it.

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
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What if the world around you — the people in your circle, the environments you spend time in, your subconscious mind, and the face in your bathroom mirror, - was constantly trying to show you something about yourself? In this episode, Marie explores five powerful ways that mirrors show up in our lives, and how we can use each one intentionally to elevate who we're becoming.

The Five Mirrors

New Environments as Mirrors Stepping into an unfamiliar room, city, or community shows you things about yourself that your regular environment can't — because your usual environment has you on autopilot. While our everyday life reflects the choices, ways of being and circumstances of the past, we can choose environments that mirror back possibility for the future instead.
Social Circles as a Mirror The people around you reflect back who you are — your beliefs, your habits, your ceiling. Choose to put yourself in circles that reflect back the possibility of the future you’re building, and reflect back your best qualities instead of your worst. Your circle is data.
Being a Mirror for Other Women There's a shadow that runs through how women relate to each other in our broader culture: comparison, competition, subtle diminishment. Marie talks about what that shadow looks like, why it persists, and how each of us can consciously become the antidote — the good medicine that calls out something better. When you show up authentically — fierce, honest and playful — you give other women permission to do the same. We have more power to reflect possibility back to each other than we often realize.
Your Subconscious Mind as a Mirror Your subconscious is constantly reflecting your deepest beliefs back to you through your results, your patterns, and what you keep creating in your life. Learn to prime your mind to mirror back the future, instead of the past.
The Literal Mirror Your actual reflection. How you relate to it, what you think when you see it, and how to use images of your younger self and the face you see when you look in the mirror to bring out the best in you.

You'll Love This Episode If...

You've been thinking about the quality of your relationships and whether they're calling you up or keeping you comfortable
You want to be a more powerful, positive presence in the lives of the women around you
You're curious about what your own patterns and results might be trying to tell you
You're ready to see yourself — all of yourself — more clearly

Ready to Experience This for Yourself?

The Moxie Mastermind is where women come together to do exactly what this episode is about — reflect the best in each other, tell the truth, and make their ideas real, one after another.

If you're ready to be in a room (or a retreat) with women who will mirror back your highest self and hold you to it, apply to the Moxie Mastermind and save your spot!

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
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In this episode, Marie shares a behind-the-scenes look at preparing for her very first Moxie Retreat in La Jolla — and a realization she had mid-workout that cracked open today's topic: we apply hedonistic adaptation to ourselves. We celebrate other people's wins, build gratitude practices for the world around us, and then completely skip ourselves. Marie explores what hedonistic adaptation is, how it shows up as constant gap-chasing, and why turning your gratitude practice inward is one of the most powerful (and most overlooked) things you can do for your health, your productivity, your presence, and your relationships.

What You'll Learn

What hedonistic adaptation is and how it quietly shapes the way you see your own life
Why your brain's negativity bias keeps you focused on the gap instead of the growth
The health, creativity, and presence benefits of a gratitude practice aimed at yourself
How recognizing your own work makes you more likely to keep doing it
The ripple effect: how appreciating yourself trains your brain to appreciate the people around you
A simple weekly practice for noticing where you've been taking your own awesomeness for granted

This Week's Assignment

Look at where you've been taking your own awesomeness for granted.

Where have you been taking yourself for granted?
Look back at yesterday, last week, and as many weeks before that as you can.
What are you grateful for yourself about? What have you accomplished that you're proud of?
Take a moment to recognize even the tiniest things.
Notice the ripple it creates across your life and the lives of the people around you.

Memorable Quotes

"I take myself for granted. And I watch my clients do this day in and day out."

"That vision for what we are creating and who we are becoming is never a measuring stick."

"If I don't notice it for myself, it's gonna go unnoticed."

"As we train our brain to look for what we like… we're going to do that with other people too."

"When we see and acknowledge the unique, special people in the world around us… it creates reality for them."

Mentioned in This Episode

The Moxie Mastermind — next round starts in September. A special perk is being announced Saturday for anyone who signs up by next week. DM Marie on Instagram or reach out directly
Related episodes:
- Look How Far You've Come — on measuring progress against where you started, not against the ideal
- Retros Are Everything — on building reflection into your iteration process

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
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Many of my clients come to me with a clear vision of what they want—connection in their relationships, growth in their business, confidence in their body—but when we look closely, the energy they’re putting in doesn’t match what they’re trying to create.

And most of the time, they don’t realize it.

In this episode, we talk about how to code your energy on purpose—so that what you’re putting into your life is aligned with what you actually want to experience.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

Why misaligned energy is one of the biggest reasons we don’t create what we want
How to define energy as the combination of your thoughts + your feelings
A recap of the regenerative design cycle and how energy moves through it
Why the energy you put into an idea determines what comes back to you
How to intentionally “code” your energy to match your desired outcome
Practical examples of how this shows up in relationships, business, health, and social life

Energy isn’t vague—it’s specific.
Your thought + the feeling it creates in your body = your energy.
And that energy is what you’re putting into everything you do.

In the regenerative design cycle:

You have an idea you want to make real
You put energy into that idea
That energy moves out into the world
And then the world reflects that energy back to you

So if you want something different back…
You have to code your energy differently going in.

You change your life by changing the energy you bring to it.

When your thoughts and feelings align with what you want to create, everything starts moving faster.

So this week, ask yourself:
What energy am I putting in—and does it match what I want back?

And then… code it differently.

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What if the thing you're rallying against is actually a signal pointing toward something you deeply value? In this episode, Marie explores how to reframe your energy — moving from fighting against what you don't want, toward fighting for the life, relationships, and work you actually want to create. With personal stories, client examples, and research from the Gottman Institute, this episode is a practical invitation to find your North Star and align your actions with it.

In this episode:

The road trip update: Marie recaps a Big Sur road trip with her 9- and 13-year-old, designed entirely by the kids — and why these trips are a deliberate practice in flexibility, problem-solving, and connection.
The retro phone story: Marie accidentally orders a vintage audio guestbook instead of a landline. What starts as a mistake turns into a surprisingly magical idea for her upcoming Moxie Retreat — a live example of "the obstacle is the way."
Fighting for vs. fighting against: The core framework: our brains are wired to threat-scan and focus on what we don't want. But when we flip the question — "What am I actually fighting for?" — we generate more motivation, alignment, and energy to act.
The musician client: A session with a client who listed everything he wanted to fix. Marie redirects the conversation toward his creative vision — and the "problems" begin to dissolve on their own.
The Gottman Institute research: Couples who focused on building connection with each other did far better than those who focused only on conflict resolution. What you focus on grows — in relationships and beyond.
Applications across life: Marie walks through how to flip the framework in four areas: health habits, relationships, environmental/social concerns, and burnout at work.
A personal story: criticism and clarity: When a trusted person criticized Marie's work, she initially wanted to protect herself. By asking "what am I fighting for?", she found her answer — and a firm, values-aligned boundary.

This week's invitation: Where are you fighting against something right now? Flip it. What are you actually fighting for? Articulate the vision — the life, relationship, health, or work you want to create — and let that become your North Star.

Mentioned in this episode

Book: The Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan Holiday
Research: The Gottman Institute / The Love Lab — couples & connection studies
Concept: Ikigai — Japanese concept of life purpose
Product: After the Tone — vintage audio guestbook rentals
Retreat: Moxie Retreat, La Jolla — sailboats, private chef, coaching (next one: October)

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At some point in life, many of us quietly stop imagining.

We make the big decisions—where we live, what we do for work, whether we partner or have kids—and then without realizing it… we start maintaining instead of creating.

We stop setting bold goals.
We stop asking who we want to become next.
We stop imagining what’s possible.

In this episode, we flip that pattern.

We talk about reverse aging—a way of thinking about your life where instead of your most exciting, expansive, alive years being behind you… they are still ahead.

Where your future is more interesting than your past.
Where you are still becoming.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

How we unconsciously “lock in” our identity after making major life decisions
Why stagnation happens when we stop imagining new possibilities
The concept of reverse aging—living as if your best days are still ahead
How “being ridiculous at first” helps suspend disbelief and unlock creativity
Why blue sky thinking is essential for innovation in your life (not just business)
How to re-engage your imagination to create a more expansive future
Questions and lenses to ask about the future to open up possibility
Five areas to reimagine with the lens of the best days still to come

Let yourself be ridiculous at first.

When you let yourself imagine again—without limits, without immediate realism—you reconnect with possibility.

And from that place, everything opens up.

So this week, ask yourself:
What would my life look like if I were reverse aging?

And then let yourself begin.

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Ever notice how sometimes, when you have the smallest margins and the most to do in a small period of time…for some reason that seems to be exactly when the tire is flat, the dog gets out, or you start getting that tickle in the back of your throat?

It was one of those weeks for me; with two back to back speaking events separated by a red eye flight, when I got really sick, for the first time in years. I didn’t have time to prepare the way I normally would. I had to re-think what was most important and how to pull it all off in a way that honored the people who were counting on me. And what happened next surprised me. Less preparation, and more presence can be a really, really good thing.

For so many of the women I coach, we’ve been socialized to believe that we need to do more, serve more, prepare more; provide more value. But what if we’ve been over-relying on doing… at the expense of being?

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

Why so many of us over-prepare, overwork, and over-function as a way to prove our value
How the gender gap shows up in our belief we need to do more
The hidden belief that “I have to do more to be enough”—and how it shows up in work, leadership, and life
How over-preparing can actually block presence, connection, and impact
How our capacity increases when we understand our value is our mind, our presence and whatever we bring in the moment
How releasing pressure allows you to be more open, responsive, and powerful in the moment
How to understand your yellow zones, and make a goal to increase your comfort with doing less
How increasing your self-trust ripples out into every area of your life

What if your value is already inherent—because you exist?

When you start from that place, you show up more open, more grounded, more connected, more present to what’s actually happening - and ironically, that’s when your best work comes through.

You are valuable because you’re you. Not because of how much you do. Not because of how well you perform. Not because of how prepared you are. When you release the need to prove, you unlock a different kind of power and capacity.

A more grounded power. A more connected presence. A more magnetic way of moving through the world…and way more fun. So this week, experiment with doing a little less…
And being a whole lot more.

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If you’ve ever thought that focusing on the good in your relationship is “cheating” or “fooling yourself,” this episode is your reset.

Because the truth is: this is exactly what the most successful, long-lasting, deeply fulfilling relationships are built on.

In this episode, we dive into five powerful (and yes, a little sassy) mindset shifts that will help you become the spark in your relationship. The one who brings the energy, the connection, the playfulness, and the depth—on purpose.

Because love isn’t something you wait for.
It’s something you create with how you think.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

Why focusing on what’s working in your relationship is backed by research—and not delusion
How your thoughts shape what you see, feel, and create in love
Why the most successful couples actively choose beliefs that strengthen their bond
How to use mindset as a tool to increase connection, attraction, and appreciation
Five specific, practical mindset hacks you can apply immediately to transform your relationship
How research supports the effort we put into mindset as the highest yielding investment we can make in our relationship.

These five mindset shifts are simple—but they are not small.

They change what you notice.
They change how you feel.
They change how you show up.
And that changes everything in your relationship.

You don’t need your partner to change first.
You get to lead.

And when you do, love expands.

That’s what I’ve got for you this week. 💛

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We’ve all felt some version of it at some moment in our lives; some more than others. Often, the people who experience it most intensely are the people you would least expect.

Imposter syndrome can come for leaders. Founders. Experts. High-achievers who are objectively doing incredible work.

And yet privately they’re thinking things like:

I don’t belong here.
They might see through me.
I don’t know enough.
I’m not at the caliber of the people around me.
I’m not okay with this, but I can’t say it out loud.

In this episode, I share a different way of understanding imposter syndrome based on both psychological research and years of coaching leaders and entrepreneurs.

Because over time I began noticing something fascinating: almost every time someone experiences imposter syndrome, something is being hidden.

Not because they’re a fraud—but because there’s a thought, doubt, disagreement, lack of preparation, or truth they don’t feel safe expressing.

When we understand that, imposter syndrome stops being something to “fix” and becomes a signal we can listen to.

In this episode, I share a personal story of experiencing imposter syndrome while leading a company-wide meeting, moments where I stepped into new roles I hadn’t fully embodied yet, and what I’ve learned from supporting clients through this same experience.

We explore how imposter syndrome works psychologically, why it shows up so often in high-achieving people, and how to work with it in a way that leads to more authenticity, confidence, and growth.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• What imposter syndrome actually is and why it often shows up in high achievers
• The common thoughts that create the feeling of being an imposter
• My core observation: imposter syndrome often appears when we’re hiding something or being inauthentic
• How the brain’s threat detection system contributes to these feelings
• Why stepping into new roles or identities can trigger imposter syndrome
• How environments and power dynamics can amplify imposter feelings
• The difference between self-doubt that needs coaching and signals that something in your environment needs to change
• Why authenticity is one of the most powerful antidotes to imposter syndrome

We’ll close with three ways to work through imposter syndrome, so that you can own your own voice, your space, your ideas, and sometimes- ask for backup to help you do that. Because imposter syndrome isn’t proof that you don’t belong.

Often it’s a sign that:

• You’re growing into something new
• Something in the environment needs to shift
• Or there’s a truth inside you that wants to be expressed

The antidote isn’t perfection. It’s authenticity.

Showing up honestly, owning what you know, owning what you’re still learning, and saying the unseen out loud when it doesn’t feel quite right, allows us to step through impostor syndrome and keep stepping forward with all of our moxie.

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What does it really mean to become the compassionate observer of your own mind?

In this episode, we explore the practice of stepping back and watching your thinking instead of becoming consumed by it. Because here’s the truth most of us forget: you are not your thoughts, and you are not your feelings.

But when we first begin noticing our thinking, many of us run into a new problem. We judge it. We see a thought and immediately think, Nope. That’s a bad thought. I can’t think that. I can’t be the kind of person who thinks that. So we push it down.

We do the same with feelings like resentment, anger, or jealousy. We shove them underground. And when we do that, those thoughts and feelings don’t go away—they just move into the subconscious where they start running the show.

So today we talk about a different approach: learning to observe your thoughts and emotions with curiosity instead of judgment, so they feel safe enough to reveal themselves. Because when we can truly see what’s happening in our minds, that’s when real change becomes possible.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

What it means to become the compassionate observer of your thoughts and emotions
Why suppressing thoughts and feelings actually gives them more power over you
The “watch the thinker” practice and how it helps you separate yourself from your thoughts
Why the subconscious “elephant” always wins when we try to control ourselves through judgment
How creating safety and compassion toward your own mind allows hidden patterns to surface
Real examples of how compassionate observation reveals patterns like over-responsibility, fawning responses, or shrinking in moments of leadership
Why curiosity—not criticism—is the key to seeing what’s actually holding you back
How practicing compassion with yourself naturally increases compassion for others
Why releasing self-judgment makes you more confident, more present, and more magnetic in your relationships

When we practice compassionate observation, something surprising happens.

We stop judging ourselves—and when that happens, we stop assuming everyone else is judging us too. Instead of walking into a room wondering “Do they like me?” we walk in thinking “There you are.”

We become more present.
More open.
More connected.

And ironically, that’s when confidence and magnetism start to grow.

All of this begins with one simple practice: watching your mind with compassion.

So today, your job is simple. Notice your thoughts. Don’t judge them—just acknowledge them. Let your emotions move through you. And from that place of awareness, choose the thoughts that move you toward the life you want.

Little by little, that’s how your moxie grows.

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In this episode, I interview Maggie Roach Black in a live conversation about the partnership Maggie and I have built over 18 years of working together.

We talk about what makes a work partnership not just functional — but dream-level aligned. The kind of partnership that makes better work, deeper impact, and a lot more joy possible.

This is an inside look at how we think, how we collaborate, how we navigate challenges, and how we’ve stayed each other’s primary thought partner and creative partner for almost two decades.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

The traits and values we find make deeply compatible work partners
How we manage our minds to get the best out of ourselves and each other
How we navigate challenges without damaging trust or momentum
Why we’ve been able to sustain a primary work partnership with each other for nearly 20 years
How meetings on the beach, working dinners and laughing about EVERYTHING keeps us stronger
Why joy, partnership, and collaboration directly translate into stronger outcomes and better work
How we create deep organizational impact by helping leaders and teams access their bestest best
How we help mission-driven organizations build cultures where humans actually thrive
The next big idea we’re building together — including retreats in Paris

This conversation is really about what becomes possible when you build work relationships rooted in trust, growth, shared values, and hilariousness.

When partnership is aligned, work gets better.
Impact gets bigger.
And the experience of building something meaningful becomes a whole lot more fun.

Maggie Roach Black

Maggie is an executive coach, mom of three wild daughters, holder of multiple degrees from Stanford University, and co-founder of Bloom Leadership. She loves spending her days coaching individuals, training managers and leaders, and helping all kinds of people get unstuck (along with volunteering at her kids’ schools and Girl Scout troops). Her career experience includes leading a scaling business, building processes for staffing and decentralized culture at scale, strategic planning, managing functional teams of managers for people at all levels, and working directly with teachers and kids. She thrives on helping individuals and teams to set the right goals, and believes every work experience can be fun.

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Today we’re revisiting one of the most powerful frameworks I teach: the Regenerative Thought Model — and then taking it one step further into real-life application inside relationships, leadership, and everyday human interactions.

At its core, the model is simple:

There are factual circumstances in the world.
We observe them (ideally from a compassionate, grounded space).
Our thoughts about those circumstances create our feelings.
Our feelings drive our behavior.
Our behavior creates our results.

And then the sneaky part:
Our results almost always appear to prove our original thought true.
Our brain says, “See? I knew it.” And confirmation bias strengthens that thought, those neural pathways, and that belief system over time — keeping us locked in familiar patterns.

Here’s the next layer most people don’t realize:

You are always inside a thought model.
All day long.
And so is everyone else.

The problems start when we accidentally jump into someone else’s model without realizing it.

This happens when someone says something, does something, or gives off body language or energy — and suddenly we stop relating to our own thoughts and feelings and start trying to interpret, validate, or live inside their perspective instead.

Then we start asking:
“Is their perspective right?”
“Is my perspective wrong?”
“Should I feel differently?”

But thoughts are not objectively true or false.
They are subjective interpretations.

When we forget that, we create confusion, emotional whiplash, and disconnection from ourselves.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

A clear refresher on the Regenerative Thought Model and how it shapes every result in your life
Why you are always inside a thought model — and how other people are too
How and why we accidentally jump into someone else’s model
The four main reasons this happens:
- Momentarily forgetting that thoughts are subjective
- Our deep wiring for belonging and not wanting to be excluded
- Our brain’s threat detection system over-focusing on potential negatives
- Mirror neurons making emotional states contagious
How to recognize when you’ve stepped out of your model (sudden emotional shifts, confusion, disorientation, self-doubt)
Why staying in your model doesn’t mean ignoring other people — it means staying grounded while gathering data
A simple 4-step process to:
- Notice when you may be in someone else’s model
- Separate their perspective from yours
  Reconnect with your own grounded thinking and emotional state
- Take in useful information from their experience without abandoning yourself

When you learn to stay in your model, you stop getting emotionally knocked over by other people’s storms. You can be present, empathetic, and connected — while still staying anchored in yourself.

If you want support practicing this in real time:

Bloom Room — foundational thought and emotional skill building
Moxie Mastermind — high-level application while building real-world ideas, leadership, and impact

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Relationships are not actually about other people.
They are about the thoughts we think about other people.

And that is incredible news.

Because it means that even when another person doesn’t change, even when circumstances don’t shift, even when history is complicated… you still have agency. You can change the entire emotional climate of a relationship by changing the way you think, feel, and show up inside of it.

In this episode, we explore why it only takes one person in a relationship shifting their inner world to transform the dynamic between two people. And we walk through exactly how that works at the level of thoughts, emotions, nervous system, behavior, and connection.

You’ll learn why:

Thoughts create our body language, tone, and the emotional safety or distance in our relationships
How all of that becomes contagious in relationship
We break down how negative thought loops become self-fulfilling prophecies
How those thoughts quietly shape our body language and the other person’s subconscious response to us
How thoughts gather more evidence that looks like them.
How people who believe they are liked tend to be more likable
Couples who believe their relationship is special tend to create relationships that actually are
Take responsibility for your side of the street
Practical tools for cleaning up our side of the street in relationships, so that we have have more love, connection and joy

Relationships are everything, and you have far more power in them than you were ever taught.

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We love the romantic idea of inspiration striking.
The muse arrives. The energy shifts. We suddenly feel like creating, reaching out, working out, having the hard conversation, writing the email, going on the date, taking the leap.

But real artists, real writers, real leaders, real change-makers, and the people who actually achieve the big dreams they’re cooking up know the truth:
You don’t wait to feel like doing the thing.
You get yourself to the place where you can do the thing by shifting your emotional state.

Painters go to the studio even after brutal critiques.
Writers sit down and write even when the page feels dead.
We don’t wait to “feel like” exercising, sending the email, or putting ourselves out there. We move first, and the feeling follows.

In this episode, we apply that same principle to something even more powerful: your emotional state.

So many of us unconsciously believe we’re supposed to feel good naturally—and that something has gone wrong if we don’t. But the human experience is 50/50. Half joy, half struggle. Add in our brain’s negativity bias and environmental stressors, and it makes perfect sense that we don’t wake up in a great emotional place every day.

The problem isn’t feeling negative.
The problem is waiting for it to change on its own.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

Why waiting to feel motivated, confident, connected, or calm keeps us stuck
How emotions become habitual neural patterns that replay automatically
Why unshifted emotions run our behavior and leak into our relationships
How negativity becomes contagious through tone, body language, and energy
How small emotional states snowball into full-blown emotional climates (the “rings of a tree” effect)
Real examples from coaching: body image, relationships, anxiety, self-doubt, and morning emotional states

The Core Skill: Emotional Shifting

Instead of letting your emotional state dictate your actions, you learn to:

Notice and accept what you’re feeling
Observe the thoughts creating the feeling
Let the emotion move through your body without judging it
Intentionally shift into a state that better supports how you want to live and lead

We explore tools like:

Thought trading
Environmental shifts
Movement and nervous system resets
In-the-moment “thought prophecies”
Looking for what you like instead of what you fear
Asking, “How could the opposite be true?” (Byron Katie style)
Building a daily “emotional warm-up” practice that trains your brain like a muscle

Because when you learn to shift your emotional state, three powerful things happen:
You stop repeating old patterns.
You stop acting from emotions you didn’t choose.
You stop unconsciously spreading the very energy you don’t want to live in.

You don’t wait for the clouds to part.
You learn how to move the weather.

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Lately, I’ve been getting the same question over and over: How did you become so successful, so fast?

And when people ask that, they usually mean the numbers. Yes, I left a career in the innovation field, started my own coaching and leadership practice, and made $360K in my first year. Four years later, it’s a million-dollar business. But the real success wasn’t financial.

The real success was this:
Creating a vision for a whole new version of my career and myself…
Diving in headfirst off a high dive…
Committing fully, going deep, moving fast, and never looking back.

I had never owned a business before. I had always been a leader inside organizations. So from the outside, it looked like an anomaly. But from the inside, it was the result of very specific inner and outer work.

In this episode, I walk you through exactly what made the difference.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

Why belief is everything.
Just like my son picking up a guitar and declaring, “I’m a guitarist,” the people who move quickly are the ones who allow themselves to be who they are becoming before they have proof.

How to clean up the mind.
Our thoughts create our emotions, our actions, our results—and then we collect evidence to prove whatever we already believe. To build a new future, we have to deliberately change the belief system, not just the behavior.

Why your energy is your most precious resource.
Your time, focus, and life force are not free. When you stop leaking energy in every direction and start investing it intentionally, everything accelerates.

How to work with the subconscious.
The brain filters out opportunities that don’t match what it believes is possible. Through visualization, emotional processing, and unconscious reprogramming, you train your nervous system to recognize the future you’re creating as “safe” and “real.”

Why you must be willing to feel anything.
Fear, doubt, cringe, imposter syndrome—none of these are problems when you know how to feel them without letting them stop you.

How to use the same process innovators use.
Vision. Iteration. Obstacle strategy. Milestones. Aligned daily action. A simple, regenerative system that turns ideas into reality.

Why community changes everything.
Being in rooms with high-level, high-vibration women leaders raises your nervous system, your standards, your belief in what’s possible. You rise to the level of the room.

This is the exact recipe I’ve used to:

Go from burned out and broke to building a million-dollar business
Create time freedom and deep family connection
Transform my body, my relationships, and my leadership
Live a life that includes snowy mountain days with my kids and beach strategy sessions with women CEOs

It’s also the exact work I teach inside the Moxie Mastermind.

Because the world needs women leaders right now.
There is no more waiting.
And I am all-in on helping women rise.

So I’ve made my journey from burned out to blissed out, the thing I’m doing to help other women, teaching the three steps I took to get here.

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We start the year—or a new chapter of life or a new project—with a vision. We know what we want to create, who we want to become, and what we want to move toward next. And then…we stop there.

In this episode, we talk about why having a vision isn’t enough—and the single factor that determines whether your idea actually becomes real: belief. Not surface-level optimism, but sustained belief that you can do this, even when doubt, old patterns, and blind spots show up.

There is always a new way to think about how to do something. And often, we can’t see where we’re stuck in our own thinking—especially when we don’t yet have an example of the person we’re becoming. This is one of the biggest places I see people stall, particularly women leaders who are looking for models of strength rooted in feminine energy rather than burnout or hustle.

In this episode, we explore how to move forward even when you can’t find “someone exactly like you” who has already done what you want to do.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

Why belief—not vision—is the real differentiator between ideas that stay ideas and ideas that become real
How staying stuck often comes from unseen thought patterns, not lack of effort or talent
Why waiting for the perfect mentor can keep you frozen
Three powerful ways to find mentorship when no single example exists

The Three Ways to Find Your Mentors

Put yourself in rooms with women who bring out your best.
Surround yourself with people who keep your energy high, your vision alive, and your momentum moving forward.
Build a mosaic of mentors.
Find multiple women who are doing different parts of what you want to do—leading, creating, parenting, speaking, building, living. Let their examples expand what feels possible.
Be your own example.
The world doesn’t need a carbon copy of someone else. It needs you. The way you lead, create, love, and contribute is the mentorship someone else is looking for.

You don’t have to wait for permission. You don’t have to wait for proof. You get to become the person you’ve been searching for.

And if you want support doing that—working with your thought patterns, maintaining momentum, and taking aligned next actions—we’ve got you.

Come join us in the Bloom Room or the Moxie Mastermind.
We gotchuuuuu. 💛

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Every year, I used to get an email that stopped me in my tracks. It would land in my inbox, and I’d feel this immediate sense of clarity and groundedness. The email came from the CEO of the company I worked for at the time—a brilliant, mission-driven leader whose work focused on transforming education by building changemakers, not bubble-fillers. I respected him deeply, and when he shared best practices, I paid attention.

That email contained five simple reflection questions to ask at the end of the year and the beginning of the next. I answered them every year. And when I eventually left that role, I kept the practice.

Now, I record an episode like this every year to remind you to pause and reflect. And if you’re listening to this at any other time of year, here’s your permission slip: the year is a construct. Reflection works anytime. The more often you do it, the more powerful it becomes.

Research consistently shows that intentional reflection increases learning, clarity, emotional regulation, and follow-through. When we pause to look back, we extract wisdom from experience instead of rushing past it—and that wisdom is one of the greatest accelerators for turning ideas into real things.

Last year, I shared a set of reflection questions focused on what gave you positive and negative feelings and how you wanted to shift your priorities. This year, I went deeper with my students—and the results were profound.

Reflection Questions for This Year

What are you proudest of?
When did you feel most alive?
What did you learn?
Where were you deeply true to yourself?
Where—and how—did you abandon yourself?
How do you want to prioritize differently moving forward?
How do you want to grow?
What do you most want to celebrate from 2025?

I recommend saving your reflections each year. Over time, they become a powerful record of your evolution—what mattered, what shifted, and how you grew into yourself.

I’ll end this episode with a final practice that is the MOST powerful I’ve found to launch you on the path you most want to walk for the year ahead.

If you want support bringing your ideas to life, join us in the Bloom Room or the Moxie Mastermind. 2026 is the year of your moxie. Let’s go.

Mentioned in this episode:

Glen Tripp — CEO, changemaker, and longtime advocate for reflective leadership practices

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Most of us are much more practiced at pointing out what’s not working than naming what is. And even when we do give positive feedback, we often keep it vague:
“You did great.”
“That was awesome.”
“Nice job.”

In this episode, we explore why specific positive feedback is one of the most powerful tools we have—for leadership, parenting, relationships, teamwork, and personal growth—and why it’s so often underused.

I break down how generic praise feels good in the moment but doesn’t actually help people grow, while specific feedback builds confidence, clarity, and trust. It teaches people what to keep doing, not just what to avoid.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

Why the brain needs specificity to learn and repeat behaviors
The difference between empty praise and meaningful, growth-producing feedback
How specific positive feedback builds psychological safety and motivation
Why this skill is essential for leaders, partners, parents, and collaborators
10 Simple prompts to help you look for and give feedback that actually lands and sticks
Real-life applications in parenting, partnership, and team culture

We also talk about how specific positive feedback helps counter self-doubt—both in ourselves and others. When people know exactly what they did well and why it mattered, they don’t have to guess. That clarity creates momentum.

And here’s the quiet power of this practice: when you learn to give specific positive feedback outwardly, you also start doing it internally. You become better at recognizing your own progress, effort, and growth—rather than only tracking what still needs fixing.

Whether it’s a colleague, a partner, a child—or yourself—this small shift can radically improve connection, confidence, and results.

Mentioned in this episode:

Look How Far You’ve Come: EP
Leadership and communication tools from The Bloom Room

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Self-doubt is one of the biggest dream-killers on the planet.
Not because it means anything about who we are, but because we believe it does.

In Episode 155: The Self-Doubt Hack, we break down a simple, powerful three-step process to work with self-doubt in a way that stops it from derailing your ideas, your confidence, and your forward momentum. Instead of spiraling or shutting down the moment doubt pops up, you’ll learn how to meet it with clarity, curiosity, and strategy.

This is a practical episode you can return to every time you feel yourself wobble.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

Why self-doubt is a completely normal brain response—not a red flag
The importance of learning the language your body speaks to give you information
The process of allowing your doubt without fusing with it
How to look underneath your doubt to understand what it’s protecting, what it’s afraid of, and whether any action is actually needed
How to collect intentional evidence and support building your self doubt tolerance
How evidence interrupts the doubt cycle and builds new, regenerative belief
When to do nothing, when to do something, and how to tell the difference
Why this process keeps your ideas alive long enough to become real

Self-doubt doesn’t disappear on its own, and it doesn’t need to.
But when you know how to work with it, you stop letting it steer your behavior.
You regain access to your creativity, your courage, and the version of you who takes brave, aligned action.

Try the hack.
Use it this week.
And watch what shifts.

Mentioned in this episode:

Intentional Evidence Collection (Ep 152)
The Practice (Ep )
The Bloom Room + Moxie Mastermind — for women making their ideas real

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In Episode 154, we have some big announcements for new content, programs and courses. We’re also breaking down how to get ahead of one of the most important pieces of human wiring you’ll ever understand: the Motivational Triad.

This ancient operating system—designed to help humans survive saber-toothed tigers and harsh winters—is still running the show inside our modern brains. And even though it once kept us alive, now it keeps us stuck.

In today’s world, this default wiring creates a net negative in our lives. Because while it kept early humans from being eaten, it does nothing to help us build relationships, set boundaries, grow businesses, create art, change habits, or pursue dreams.

This episode helps you see where the triad is running your life—and how to upshift out of it using the prefrontal cortex, the part of your brain that can plan, align actions with values, and make intentional decisions.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

What the motivational triad is and why it no longer serves the life you want today.
How the triad shows up in modern life through people-pleasing, overworking, scrolling, sugar, avoidance, and staying small.
Why doing what’s easy often feels productive (like overworking) but is actually avoidance in disguise.
How to shift from your primitive brain into your prefrontal cortex to choose aligned, intentional actions.
A practical exercise to analyze your current goal through the lens of the triad—and design a plan that actually matches the outcome you want.
Real examples from my students this week: parenting pressure, overwork-as-hiding, holiday family dynamics, business avoidance, and behavior patterns we all fall into.

Once you identify where the triad is steering you, you can interrupt the pattern. You can decide how you want to show up and rehearse that response ahead of time—so when the moment comes, you’re already prepared.

We’re getting out of the cave.
Off the couch.
Putting down the Pringles.
And building lives we’re proud of—on purpose.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Bloom Room — weekly application of these concepts, community, support and coaching
Moxie Mastermind — high level experience for women turning ideas into real things
Self-paced courses — access to it all on your own terms and timeline

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This week, we’re getting practical.

In Episode 153: Problem Solving, I walk you through a real-life example of using multiple tools I’ve taught before on the podcast—and show you exactly how to apply them when life throws you a curveball.

Here’s the setup: I’m hosting a three-day Lovefest in the desert for 80 people—an outdoor celebration that’s been months in the making. And three days before it begins, the forecast calls for…rain. Buckets of it. No indoor venues, no easy backup plan, and a lot of people flying in from all over the world. Meanwhile, I’m still working full time, parenting, and running life as usual.

In this episode, I show you exactly what I did when my brain wanted to spiral into overwhelm—and how I used my problem-solving toolkit to navigate the chaos calmly, strategically, and creatively.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

Why the first tool we reach for isn’t always the right one for the job.
How to know which kind of problem-solving approach to use—depending on whether you’re in the emotional, strategic, or tactical phase of processing.
Three categories of tools you can choose from:
1. Mindset reset – shifting your thinking when your brain goes negative.
2. Obstacle prediction & strategy – anticipating challenges and creating grounded plans.
3. Emotional processing & curiosity – handling your inner experience before taking external action.
The critical reminder that we never use tools and teachings against ourselves—no self-blame, no “shoulds.”
Why making requests of others is often the final step, not the first one—after we’ve done our own emotional and cognitive work.
How to reflect after the storm passes—so every challenge becomes a blueprint for your next success.

By the end of this episode, you’ll see how these tools come together in real time—and you’ll leave with a clear map for how to move from overwhelm to empowered action, no matter what kind of problem life serves up.

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Every big change, project, or dream starts the same way: with a glimmer of possibility.

A spark. A flicker. A tiny inner knowing that says, Maybe this could be real.

But the second that glimmer appears, our automatic brain jumps in to challenge it. It points out everything that could go wrong. It shows us all the gaps between where we are and where we want to be. It offers scarcity thinking, worst-case scenarios, and doubt — not because we’re broken or unmotivated, but because our brains are wired to protect us from emotional risk.

So how do we stay committed to the idea?
How do we hold that glimmer long enough to make it real?

In this episode, we explore Intentional Evidence Collection — a simple yet powerful tool for strengthening belief, sustaining commitment, and keeping your idea alive through the messy middle.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

Why belief and sustained effort (not talent) are the greatest predictors of success
How your brain naturally collects evidence against your ideas — and how to reverse it
The science-backed role of visualization and future-self identity in making change happen
How to anticipate obstacles and rehearse overcoming them before they arise
The link between thought cycles, emotional states, behavior, and results (RT Model)
How to use evidence collection to fuel aligned action instead of shutting yourself down

Your Invitation This Week

Choose a glimmer of possibility you want to nurture.
Write down every piece of evidence you can find for why it's possible.
Keep adding to the list.
Read it again and again.

Sustained belief + sustained aligned action = your idea becomes real. Every time.

And if you want support building the structure to do this work: jump into one of these

Start the Make Ideas Real Course — for bringing a meaningful goal to life
Apply for the The Moxie Mastermind — for women making world-shifting projects real in a sisterhood of the most amazing women you could ever choose to have by your side.

Mentioned in this episode:

Anne Lamott: Bird by Bird
Regenerative Thought Cycles
Believe in the After
Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance

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In this episode, we talk about the powerful truth that we are constantly training people how to treat us. Not through lectures. Not through convincing or explaining. But through the boundaries we set, the behaviors we allow, and the way we show up in our own lives.

Often, the patterns we feel frustrated by — being the go-to problem solver, the emotional container for everyone else, or the one who says yes more than we want — aren’t “just how things are.” They’re patterns we’ve participated in, usually because we were socialized to be helpful, agreeable, accommodating, or endlessly available.

The good news? If we trained people into the pattern, we can train them out of it.

With love. With clarity. And with zero drama.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

How we unintentionally teach people to expect more than we have capacity to give
Why overgiving or overaccommodating often comes from subconscious beliefs about worth
The difference between setting a boundary and trying to control someone else’s behavior
How to shift patterns without guilt, resentment, or emotional explosions
A simple sentence for kindly and clearly retraining expectations
How choosing your needs doesn’t disconnect you — it creates cleaner, more honest, more loving relationships
How the way we talk about our ideas sometimes matters more than the ideas themselves

Every time you say yes when you mean no, you’re training someone to believe your needs don’t matter. Every time you say no with love, you’re training someone to treat your needs as real and important.

You don’t have to become someone tough or closed to set boundaries. You don’t have to push people away. You simply have to tell the truth about what works for you — and stay consistent — so the relationship can reorganize in a healthier shape.

And every one of those things is true of the ideas we’re trying to make real. We are training people how to think about the things we create. We are creating reality with the words that we say and the energy we say it with.

Mentioned in this episode:

Culture Code by Daniel Coyle
Failure Tolerance
The Bloom Room + Moxie Mastermind — where we build the internal capacity to lead our lives instead of reacting to them

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Individuality is one of the greatest freedoms of our culture—and also one of its biggest traps.

The beauty of individuality is that it allows us to hear our own desires, define our own values, and express our unique contribution to the world. It fuels creativity, innovation, and self-discovery. But when the desire to be original stops us from taking action, it becomes an Achilles’ heel.

In this episode, we talk about the tension between wanting to be original and wanting to be effective—and why the world needs you focused on the latter. Because when we obsess over originality, we make our ideas about us. But the truth is, it’s not about us. It’s about helping, contributing, and using our unique voices to make the world better.

You’ll hear stories, metaphors, and examples—from surgeons to songwriters, from small community groups to global change movements—that illustrate this truth: the fact that you do the thing matters infinitely more than it being one of a kind.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

The difference between originality (ego) and effectiveness (impact).
Why your contribution matters more than how “unique” it is.
How chasing originality can paralyze creativity and delay action.
Why it’s more powerful to focus on helping, healing, and building than standing out.
A metaphor for how our individual actions can collectively turn the tide of humanity—like a flock of birds shifting direction together.

Right now, the world feels heavy to many people. That’s exactly why your contribution matters. Every positive action you take—every group you start, every song you write, every piece of art, blog, class, or community you build—helps counterbalance the negative.

Your voice will land with someone that no one else’s can. Your work will reach people that no one else could reach. And when each of us focuses on being effective, we turn the whole flock toward something better—one small action at a time.

Be one of the birds that turns the flock. Get your idea going. The world needs what you have to give.

Mentioned in this episode:

Episode 1: You’re the one we want
The Moxie Mastermind — for women turning their ideas into real, world-changing projects.
Harvard Happiness Study — the link between contribution, connection, and well-being.

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Most of us were taught that failure is bad. That if we fall short, it means something about who we are—our worth, our capability, our potential. But what if failure isn’t a problem at all? What if it’s the path to everything we want?

In this episode, we unpack what I call failure tolerance—the skill of building your capacity to try, fall short, feel the feelings that come with it, and keep going anyway. Because here’s the truth: when we avoid failure, we actually fail on purpose. We choose inaction to dodge discomfort, and that turns a 50% chance of failing into a 100% guarantee.

You’ll learn how to flip that pattern—how to stop avoiding failure and instead get good at it. When you do, everything changes. You stop seeing failure as evidence of your worth and start seeing it as iteration. Each “failure” becomes a puzzle piece in building something extraordinary.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

Why avoiding failure is actually a form of guaranteed failure.
How to expand your failure tolerance so you can take bigger risks with more freedom.
The two key skills that make iteration possible (and fun):
1. Evaluating what worked, what didn’t, and what you’ll tweak next time.
2. Learning to feel your emotions when things don’t go as planned.
Why mastering these two skills opens every door—to creativity, impact, and possibility.
A behind-the-scenes look at how I do a live “retro” (retrospective) on one of my own recent attempts, breaking it down step by step so you can apply it to your own projects.

We’ll also celebrate an exciting milestone: the first few women joining the Moxie Mastermind before enrollment even opened! This six-month experience is for women ready to turn one powerful idea into something real—with community, coaching, and deep transformation along the way.

Because when you build failure tolerance, you stop being afraid of getting it wrong—and start building the life, business, and legacy that’s been waiting for you all along.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Moxie Mastermind— 6-month group program starting in January for women ready to bring their big ideas to life.
Retros are Everything — for a deeper dive into the reflection skill that powers iteration.
The Practice — for building your emotional capacity to feel and process failure.

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So many of my students reach a point in life where they’ve checked all the boxes: career, marriage, kids, home, stability. They’ve climbed every rung of the ladder they were told to climb. And then one day, they look up and think—now what?

In this episode, we explore that moment of disorientation that comes after meeting all of life’s early milestones. You’ll hear why so many of us feel stuck once the path runs out, and how we can begin to build our own ladders, guided by passion, purpose, and authentic desire rather than social expectation.

I’ll share how I discovered the concept of chrononormativity—the belief that our lives should follow a standard, linear timeline of education, work, marriage, kids, and retirement—and how this subtle cultural force can keep us trapped in patterns that look “successful,” but feel hollow.

You’ll hear stories from my own life—dropping out of college to heal, having kids before marriage, walking away from a prestigious leadership role—to illustrate what it looks like to step outside of the “normal” timeline and into a life designed from the inside out.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

What chrononormativity is and how it quietly shapes our decisions and expectations.
Why so many high achievers feel lost or bored once they’ve met society’s milestones.
How to recognize when you’re living by someone else’s timeline instead of your own.
A powerful exercise to create your next vision from a place of wild, authentic possibility.
How allowing yourself to imagine something “ridiculous” can lead to your most fulfilled and aligned life.

By the end of this episode, you’ll be invited to question the rules you’ve been following—and to ask yourself where the “acceptable” timeline might be limiting what’s possible for you. Because when you trade expectation for imagination, you unlock the kind of freedom that makes your life feel worth every moment.

Write your vision. Let it feel bold, maybe even a little ridiculous. Because all great ideas do—until they become real.

Mentioned in this episode:

Chrononormativity — a term originally coined by Elizabeth Freeman

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This week’s episode dives into something we all experience but rarely talk about— embracing all of our weird social reactions. The feelings that rise up when we’re around other people: self-doubt, comparison, superiority, inferiority, grasping, withdrawing, fixing, or trying to prove ourselves.

The idea for this episode came to me at a women’s retreat I attended with my daughter, led by facilitator Katie Dove, whose words always stop me in my tracks. Her insights about power dynamics and emotional patterns sparked a question I couldn’t stop thinking about: What if, instead of rejecting our social reactions, we just noticed them?

When we put our ideas out into the world—when we share, create, or contribute—we inevitably encounter others, and in doing so, we also encounter ourselves. When we have an idea we really care about, we can expect our brains to do all kinds of squirmy gymnastics to avoid judgment. Today we’ll think about how to embrace that wiggly brain, and refocus it on what matters

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

Where our automatic social reactions—feeling superior, inferior, excluded, or judgmental come from.

The difference between power over (superiority, condescension, fixing) and power under (people-pleasing, grasping, shutting down).
Where you can expect power over, power under, and power with to show up in the Regenerative Design Cycle
Why suppressing or acting out these reactions keeps the power dynamic stuck, looping in our own body and in our interactions with others—and what we can do instead.
How to pause, notice, and allow your social reactions to move through you, so you can respond with intention instead of habit, and keep putting new ideas out there without fear that someone’s stink eye will make you throw in the towel.
How this practice leads to regenerative energy—fueling authenticity, empathy, and creativity.

When we stop judging our social power reactions and simply let them move through us, we regain choice. We become more empathetic, more grounded, and more aligned with our true selves. That’s when our relationships strengthen, our ideas flow, and our contributions expand.

Your Invitation This Week

Notice your own social reactions. When do you feel “better than”? When do you feel “less than”? What thoughts create those feelings, and how do you act from them? Just notice—without judgment. Let it all move through you, and then decide how you want to think, feel, and act.

Notice your reactions to putting ideas out there. Are you afraid of what people will think? Nervous they won’t want to be a part of it? Worried they won’t think you can do it?

When you can pause your reaction and steer it where you want it to go, you become unstoppable. The world needs your ideas—and the authentic, grounded you behind them, more than ever.

Mentioned in this episode:Katie Dove — Women’s facilitator and retreat leader in San Diego

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The more we put ourselves out into the world, the more people come to know us by the value we add—and the more they begin to depend on us. This is beautiful…until it isn’t. Because over time, the value we add and the strengths we command become commodities people want more and more of. Eventually, we’re faced with a flood of requests: friends needing support, family projects that need a helpful hand, community support requests, work opportunities, and so much more. For many of us, our hearts want to say yes to all of these things, but everything we say yes to means we’re saying no to everything else.

In this episode, I offer a perspective and tools to navigate this tension between wanting to give and needing to protect our capacity. Because hey, we’ve all been there. The month I said yes to too many things and eroded my margins landed me in bed with migraines, a cancelled videographer session, and a good, hard look at the greater contribution I had sacrificed by saying yes to so many small ones.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

Why every yes is also a no—and every no is a yes to something else, though we often don’t see it in the moment
How leaning into this concept makes saying no much easier
The concept of a high-quality no
Using values, Regenerative Design, and priority thinking to help differentiate your yeses from your no’s
Examples of the areas my students struggle with the most, and the payoff they experience when they start to use this thinking

We also dive into the truth that saying no with love, clarity, and strength doesn’t create rejection—it creates relief, respect, and space. A “high-quality no” (as Eckhart Tolle would call it) is contagious in the best way: it shows others what’s possible when we live in alignment with our commitments to ourselves.

By the end of this episode, you’ll be challenged to ask yourself: Every time I say no, what yes am I creating space for? It might just be more joy, more peace, and more energy to make your own ideas for how the world can be a better place, real.

Mentioned in this episode: Eckhart Tolle

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Last week, I hit pause. A middle-of-the-night migraine, a body that said “nope,” and—after three straight years of weekly episodes—I let myself skip a week. Not because I didn’t care, but because I chose health over hustle for this week. That tiny, honest shift is exactly what today’s episode is about: thought bridges—the believable steps that carry us from an old, harmful loop to a new, supportive one.

If you haven’t listened to Episode 144: Regenerative Thought Cycles, start there. Awareness comes first: noticing the thoughts running under the surface, the feelings they create, and the way our actions keep “proving” those thoughts true, through the evidence our brain is collecting on repeat. Once you can see the loop, you can change it—without gaslighting yourself, and without pasting sparkly positivity over real experience.

In this episode, Marie walks you through how to build a bridge from that awareness to a new way of thinking; one that your body actually believes.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

A quick, honest story about choosing rest over perfection—and why that counts as a win.
Why it doesn’t work to just stop thinking a negative thought
How introducing a new thought can backfire
How to tell when a new thought is congruent vs incongruent
How to build a thought bridge that will replace a degenerative loop with a believable, regenerative path.
How to strengthen that new neural pathway until it becomes your default way of thinking

Try this now (2 minutes)

Download your degenerative thoughts into the left-hand column of a three column sheet.
Write: Degenerative thoughts (left column), Ideal thoughts (right column).
For each pair, create a thought bridge in the middle.
Say each bridge thought out loud. Circle the one that your body believes.
Practice those new thoughts until they become your default

If this episode helped, share it with a friend who’s hard on themselves, or leave a quick review so more humans can find this work. And if you’re building bridges this week, tag @BloomYourMind so we can cheer you on. 🌱

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In this episode of the Bloom Your Mind Podcast, we unpack the cycles of thought that either move us toward the life we want—or pull us away from it.

Just like a garden, our minds are always growing something. Some thoughts regenerate possibility and growth. Others are degenerative—reinforcing old, unhelpful beliefs and keeping us stuck. Today we’ll break down how that happens, how to recognize it, and most importantly, how to change it.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

How regenerative vs. degenerative cycles actually work
Why most of our thoughts are subconscious and programmed in without our control
The role compassion plays in effectively changing our thought cycles
Real-life examples of both degenerative and regenerative cycles
A simple 5-minute practice to identify, interrupt and change thought cycles from degenerative to regenerative
A ten second version to use on the fly

Resources & Links:

Listen to the episode on Regenerative Design (for the full framework)

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Seasons change, and so do we. Sometimes we’ve literally got one foot in the next season, as we change from spring to summer, summer to fall. Other times we’re transition a personal season of life, from one era of ourselves to another. This episode is guides you through a process for transitions. A way to pause, witness what’s good in your life, in your world and in yourself, and design how you want to move into what’s next with intention.

You’ll learn a simple three-step practice to celebrate how far you’ve come, envision where you want to be by year’s end, and reverse-engineer the systems and anchor thoughts that will get you there.

We’ll talk about:

Why your brain wants to focus on your failures and how to redirect it to joy and growth.
How a four foot mandalorian taught me to be in the moment before it’s passed by.
A guided five sense visualization to step into your future self at the end of this year.
How to reverse engineer your brain to get to the future self
How to hack your subconscious thinking to wire your brain toward your goal, and work with your conscious mind by designing systems and action steps to get you there
How to design your own anchor thoughts that keep you consistent and aligned.
Why systems and habits are just as and sometimes more important than goals.

Each literal and metaphorical season is a chance to recalibrate and choose our direction again and again. To make the tiny tweaks that keep us authentic and keep us on course. This episode is your invitation to use whatever transition you’re in right now, to transition intentionally instead of reactively.

Mentioned in this episode:

Atomic Habits by James Clear
Nostalgia for Now

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Conflict isn’t a detour. It’s the road itself.
And if you’re out there making ideas real, you’re going to hit it—whether you like it or not.

This week on the Bloom Your Mind Podcast, we’re wrapping up our 3-part conflict resolution series with a quick-and-dirty cheat sheet. Think of this episode as your prep guide before a hard conversation: the moves that give you and the other person the best shot at resolution, connection, and growth.

We’ll cover: ✨ A lightning recap of the last two episodes (why the problem is the problem—not the person—and the five things conflict is really about).
✨ The mirror listening tool, and how to use it so people actually feel heard.
✨ An eight-point cheat sheet for walking into conflict as your best self.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

Grounding tips for entering a conversation with a still mind, a calm body, and lead by the outcome; you and I against the problem
Using a mental talking stick to keep our inner interruption beast at bay
What it means to stick to one topic at a time, even when our topics are vendiagrams
How owning our own experience, impact and subjective experience increases connection
How ditching generalizations can bring us together, and how to recognize the sneaky ones that we use without realizing it.
How to sort out when we’re coming from attachment vs. coming from love (and why boundaries matter).
Manage your mind—how to watch your thinking and stay curious before during and after, so that your mind doesn’t regenerate the same conflicts again and again.

By the end, you’ll have a go-to conversation checklist you can use now, or years from now, to turn conflict into a tool for building stronger ideas, deeper relationships, and a more resilient you.

Your homework: Pick one current or past conflict, and run it through the cheat sheet. Where could you have shifted from “me vs. you” to “us vs. the problem”? Which step would have changed the tone?

Mentioned on this episode:

Betty Pries: The space between us
Episode 140: Resolving Conflict
Episode 141: Solving People problems
Episode 117: Two things are true
Episode 114: Listening is Sexy

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Ever notice how much easier it is to point at a person and say, “YOU are the problem”? Yeah, me too. But here’s the truth: people aren’t the problem—problems are the problem. And when we stop confusing the two, everything gets lighter, easier, and way more solvable.

In this episode of the Bloom Your Mind Podcast, we’re going one layer deeper into conflict resolution and flipping the script: instead of making the person the issue, we learn how to sit shoulder-to-shoulder and face the actual issue together.

We’ll cover:

Why this shift matters for your relationships, your problem-solving chops, and your ability to bring ideas to life.
Why it’s a huge waste of time and energy to follow our brains down the rabbit hole of making others the problem and make ourselves the problem
Betty Pries’ five roots of conflict (resources, history, structures, values, and communication) and how they show up in everyday life.
Four laughably real examples of moving from “You’re the worst” to “Hey, looks like we have a trash monster problem.”
A step-by-step exercise to help you spot where you’re making someone the problem, reframe it, and approach them in a way that makes collaboration actually possible.

Spoiler: once you stop turning people into villains and start tackling the real problem, you’ll save yourself a ton of drama, resentment, and late-night imaginary arguments in the shower. You’ll also have WAY more time to focus on making your ideas real.

✨ Your homework: Identify one spot in your life where you’ve been making a person the problem. Reframe it into a problem problem instead, then try out the “same side of the table” approach. Bonus points if you use humor to call out the real monster.

✨ Share this episode with someone you love who might be making you the problem 😉

Mentioned on this episode:

Listen to last week’s episode on resolving conflict if you missed it (it sets the stage for today).

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We are all changing. Sometimes we’re doing it on purpose- setting goals that require us to think and feel and act differently, goals that require us to evolve and grow. Sometimes we’re changing in reaction to the world and the people around us. The one thing we know for sure is that change is constant… and sometimes really hard. With change often comes conflict; with ourselves and with others. Since change is guaranteed, and conflict will come with it; why not get really good at navigating our way through it? When we do, conflict becomes incredibly valuable. When we learn that we are not the hero, the good gal, the one in the right, or the virtuous one, we open a whole new capacity for calm, leadership, and love. When we realize many things are true at once, we open up rich, connecting, flourishing relationships and a world where all our ideas can become real.

That’s what today’s episode is all about.

Over the past two years I have been approached to be a conflict resolution mediator for couples, families, friends, entrepreneurs, executive teams and CEOs- each one leading to referrals for more. It’s led me to deep dive into research, and tool finding. Today I’ll share my favorite tools to help you step out of conflict and into flourishing.

What you’ll learn in this podcast:

Tools to resolve internal conflict
Tools to navigate and resolve external conflict
How different ways of change create conflict and why it can be valuable
How to make the problem the problem, instead of making the person the problem
The five things that all conflicts are ACTUALLY about, instead of being about the person
A three part process to preparing for conflict resolution
A five part framework for approaching someone in your life to resolve a conflict
Five other quick tips to adopt a mindset that will lead to connection and resolution

Referenced in this podcast:

The space between us by Betty Pries
Becky Kennedy
Carmen Landsdowne
Brene Brown
BYM Podcast Episodes:
- Listening is sexy
- Listen to this
- Feelings are a superpower
- When It’s happening for you
- The Practice
- The tool that changed everything
- Thought trades

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With a cup of melted ice cream in my hand, I waited for a group of kids to explore a book store, staring in the window at the best sellers. That was the day I found an author whose prose gave me a week of both mind-swooning entertainment and a jolting moment of reflection.

She wrote about giving our time and energy to things that fill us with passion and motivation. That fill our minds the moment we open our eyes in the morning, and fill our souls with purpose and life. Everything I’ve created in the last five years of thought leadership is about this idea. I’ve created podcasts and books, programs and coaching groups to helping people find where and how their passion can take form. We all want to find it.

So why do we so often find ourselves pulled off track by the passion and motivation of others? If you’ve ever found yourself working too hard at a job or in a volunteer position, giving too much to the family or relationships that you serve, this episode is for you.

Things you’ll learn in this episode:

The one most common thing that makes people spin their wheels instead of getting into action
The difference between working toward your passion, and giving time and energy too someone else’s passion
Why it feels so good to support people when their idea is inspired and their vision is full of intent and energy
How to intentionally choose to support someone else’s idea, and find your own vision inside of it
How to know when the time you’ve spent working toward someone else’s idea has come to a close
Why the world needs feminine ideas and feminine leadership more than ever before
Two questions to ask yourself to help uncover the whispers of your own ideas, and how to know when you’re giving too much time and energy too something outside of yourself

Mentioned in this podcast:

Taylor Jenkins Reid: Daisy Jones and the Six
Taylor Jenkins Reid: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo

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Have you ever outgrown a version of yourself— and gotten stuck in that awkward liminal space between one identity and another?

In this episode of the Bloom Your Mind Podcast, I’m taking you on a wild ride that starts with a free-range hermit crab named Hermie (yes, really) and ends with a three step reflection to help you identify where you are in your identity shift. We’ll explore what it feels like to be in the awkward, raw, beautiful space between who you were and who you’re becoming—and how to navigate it with more self-compassion and clarity.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

How we’re always making ideas real, but articulating them puts us in the driver’s seat of how we’re growing
How self concept is the container for our current ways of thinking, feeling, acting and being
The three awkward (and magical) stages of leveling up your self concept
How a 90’s housepet trend can give us answers from the natural world
Why the strategies that got you here won’t get you there
How to work with old versions of yourself instead of pushing them away
A guided reflection to help you identify your next self concept leap

Whether you're launching a business, changing relationship dynamics, healing old patterns, or just leveling up, this episode normalizes the discomfort of growth—and will help you move forward as the change maker that you are.

Resources and episodes mentioned:

The Land Inside
Brain Buckets
Look How Far You’ve Come

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It’s not the big leaps that get you there—it’s the tiny, consistent steps that make your vision real. In this episode, Marie shares how the most successful creators, entrepreneurs, and change-makers all play the game of inches. Hear stories from the creation of the Bloom Room, from a client starting their first brick and mortar business, and from the world of parenting that show just how the game of inches is so much more effective than the goal of taking big leaps. You'll learn why steady progress beats big bursts, how small problems scale if left unsolved, and how every challenge you face is preparing you for the next level.

Tune in to hear:

Why consistency trumps intensity (with real stories from Marie + Bloom Room participants)
How setbacks reveal where your support systems need strengthening
What small problems you should solve now before they grow with your success
3 reflection questions to help you lean into your next inch of growth

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment or a clear runway—this is your reminder that inches are where the magic happens.

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This episode is the joyful, slightly reckless little sister to episode 72, “The Freedom of a Hard No.” Because once we get clear on what doesn’t serve us…we open up all kinds of space in our brain, our schedule, and our sense of safety for possibilities and new ideas that can expand our life.

This past month I had a series of invitations from folks I didn’t know that well to visit them in different states. Before I knew it, those invitations had strung themselves together into a necklace of adventure— it was the possibility of a two-week road trip in an electric car, zigzagging across state lines by myself with two kids, to visit people I barely knew, and sleep in houses I’d never seen.

I didn’t ignore the red flags—like range anxiety for an EV car with kids in the backseat, driving through states without many chargers and through wide open national park spaces that require all day trip. I also didn’t discount my concerns about taking my kids to stay environments I didn’t know with people I’d met once, or maybe even never met.

I didn’t ignore those things, but I got curious about them. What followed was one of the most magical, spontaneous, soul-sparking journeys I’ve had yet.

That trip was only possible because I said yes.
Yes to a possibility.
Yes to the discomfort of not having control.
Yes to new people, new rhythms, and new roads.

What happens to our brains, bodies and our lives when we say yes to new ideas? That’s what we’ll find out today.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

The difference between a gut no, and a reactive no
How research and data gathering can turn a no into a hell yes
How every great idea starts with doubt
How saying yes to things that stretch our comfort zone supports overall well being
How saying yes to new things impacts hormones, nervous system and brain function
How saying yes to things we initially resist builds our resilience and self-trust
When saying yes is out of the question
A simple practice to increase the yes in your life

Mentioned in this episode:

The Freedom of a Hard No

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I was with a group of friends, when one of them approached me and said “Your daughter just said something that blew my mind. She said that you told her that when she has a crush on someone, it’s just for her.”

“Yes,” I said, “I sure did tell her that- don’t you agree?”

“Well I’ve never thought of it like this. She said that you told her that she can just have the feeling of a crush on someone, and she doesn’t have to tell the person, because it’s actually none of their business! And that when she felt the feeling of a crush on someone she doesn’t ever have to tell them or anyone else, she doesn’t ever have to act on it in any way, and it doesn't mean anything about her or the other person except that some part of her really likes some part of them…so there’s never a problem with having a crush, it’s always a positive thing!”

“You told her that her crush on them is not FOR them. It’s for HER.”

She looked at me with wide eyes, and the other adults standing around us started saying how much they loved this idea.

“And”, she said, “I just thought about how much I wish someone had explained it to me like that when I was younger, and how different my experience of my own life would have been back then if I thought my crushes were for me. And how that would be true of other things too. That if I knew they were happening for me, it would all be different.”

And the adults standing around us all nodded in agreement, and shared their own stories.

Our crushes are not the only thing happening for us. Every single other feeling we have about someone else is really and truly just for us too. And each thing that happens in our life is only for us, when we see it that way.

In today’s episode you’re learn:

One way to speed the process of accepting life’s challenges and seeing the end value in them right away
A single sentence to help ground you in the perspective that all your feelings are truly just for you, and to help you let go of holding others accountable for them
Why unconditional love is always available and better for our health on multiple levels
The single thing that’s necessary in order to turn negative feelings around and convert them to love
A tool that can be used for two separate uses, that helps every time

Mentioned on this episode:

The practice
Boundaries baby
Ram Das

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After six months of an injury that was dramatically lowering the quality of my life, I gave up on doctors as the solution to my problem, and took matters into my own hands.

I started on a deep dive of research and exploration into blood sugar and inflammation, energy levels and functional movement. I read books, did interviews, and took courses with experts. I wore continuous glucose monitors and started tracking my sleep cycles.

The things that I learned from this deep dive into my body has changed my life. My pain has reduced by 90%, my inflammation is gone, mobility is up, and my energy feels stable and vibrant all day long. The Blood Sugar Magic episode is the second in a two part series sharing the best of what I’ve learned with you.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

How hydration after waking supports the body
Three things to include in every meal
Why meal spacing supports health
How the order that we eat impacts glucose levels
Three ways to lower inflammation
The supplements that make the biggest difference
How functional movement and blood sugar management can change your life
The ten+ habit changes that have made the biggest difference for myself and my family

Mentioned in this episode:

Brooke Castillo
Sarah Wragge
Alkalize- morning supplement (with 10% off)
Restore- evening supplement (with 10% off) (I love these products so much they gave me a discount code to share with you- if you order them just use MARIE10 when you check out.)

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Ashley is the creator of Kinnect Fitness-a movement method that blends science, soul, and somatic wisdom. With 15+ years of experience in fitness, she offers alignment-based classes designed to support longevity, healing, and deep connection. Her Kinnect program brings together strength, cardio, mobility, and mindfulness to help you live more fully in just 4 days a week. EveryBODY is welcome. Get more info at www.KinnectWithUs.com

In today’s episode, we dive into how she’s helped Marie and her husband recover from injury, eliminate pain, and transform their bodies in an amazing way that people are asking about!

In today’s episode you’ll learn:

How recovering from injury was the path to Ashley and I being in the best shape of our lives
How longevity research is surprising and how it can help direct our habits
Why when you stop trying so hard to look physically fit and focus on feeling better, doors start to open
How mental, physical and spiritual health can all be one practice
The workout routine that changed Marie’s life, and why she’s recommending it to everyone

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Last week’s episode lifted the curtain on the five things that get in the way of people turning their ideas into real things. The top two reasons are hard core idea killers! We have a ready made solution for idea killer number one, and that solution is the Bloom Room. The idea killer is that people don’t have an accountability system to help them achieve their dream. Your success rate goes to 65% if you have an accountability partner, and that rate goes up to 95% if you meet with that accountability partner or group once a week and check in. Enter the Bloom Room! Just by joining and checking in once a week on your goal, you’ll be 95% more likely to make it real.

But what about idea killer number two? The culprit is that we keep our ideas vague and undefined instead of making them trackable things that have to pass the rubric of our passion, our authentic desires and our values. They have to be ideas articulated as goals that we celebrate, calendar, and measure as we go. In today’s episode we’ll break down a new take on an old way of thinking about goals.

In today’s episode you’ll learn:

How to articulate your idea as a goal, break it into milestones and track it across a data proven period of time to increase your success.
How to make the specifics of your goal sexy, and how to use visualization to get your brain working towards it in your sleep.
How to make measurable standards so that you can manifest your idea, celebrating every success instead of comparing yourself to what you haven’t done yet.
How to take the right aim to make something achievable by ensuring it’s in line with your values and what YOU want, and that it’s within your span of control.
How to keep it real as we choose goals that are relevant to our most authentic selves, our true desires, and that reflect the reasons most important to us.
How to use time whispering to make it fun, easy and to stay in the flow, instead of getting “bound up” by time.

Mentioned in today’s episode:

Be a Time Whisperer
Idea Killers

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At a party last week, someone asked what I do for a living…which led to them asking a second question. “What is the thing that gets in the way most, when people are trying to make an idea real?”

What an amazing question. In this week’s episode, I’ll share the top six reasons that people fail at making their ideas into real things, and I’ll share a solution for each one to help you turn the obstacle that’s in your way, into a strategy for success. We’ll even do a deep dive into strategy #2, and help you understand the deeper why behind creating goals that are measurable and realistic.

Did you know that we are 65% more likely to achieve our dreams with a coach or group to be accountable to, and that number jumps to a whopping 95% when we have regular check-ins and meetings with them. (Did you know that Bloom Room meets once a week?) Get over here and do the thang with us!

What you’ll learn in this episode:

The top six things that get in the way of people making their ideas into real things
Five new takes on an old way of goal setting
How gratitude is productive and efficient
What it means to fail ahead of time
How nostalgia for now can save you from missing your life, AND can create the urgency you need to act on the ideas in your pocket
The best tool to keep on track when life gets in the way
How a learner’s mind is the most advanced tool in your belt

Mentioned on this episode:

Eacon

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There is a goldmine of hacks and inspiration to learn from a specific population of people living in the world right now, and this episode is all about it.

Maybe because we grew up in the 90’s, when body image culture caused eating disorders in myself and half of the young people around me. We grew up in a world that thought it had been liberated by the movements of the 60’s and 70’s, but that hadn’t yet publicly recognized multiple systems of oppression that were/are still woven through the fabric of the culture that we lived and breathed. Some of us were eating Special K and gummy bears to stay skinny, some were people pleasing and deferring as we lived up to expectations of the patriarchal systems we ate and slept and loved in. And we thought we were free, back then.

But wait until you see us now.

There is a generation of women who are more uniquely powerful, free, open and joyful than any one population of people that I’ve experienced before. And it’s the women who are exploring the middle decades of their life. They are owning hormonal and identity changes. They are collaborating and inspiring one another rather than competing and judging. And they are bringing unprecedented levels of joy and connection to the space they are in.

What you’re learn in today’s episode:

How finding a group of people going through the same moment of life can be the most empowering thing you can do
The qualities that middle decade women are bringing to life in this culture, and why it’s such good medicine
Why walking away from a conversation and listening deeply both come from the same well of confidence
How connection over competition, and inspiration over judgement leads to deep connections and belonging
Why hormonal changes are relevant for everyone to know and talk about

Referenced on this podcast:

Beyond Anxiety
Congruence
Time Whispering

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A group of entrepreneurs presented their ideas to a panel of angel investors to be rated, and eventually chosen or rejected. While both groups poured over the content of reports, and bantered over the words spoken, the real investment decision was happening on an entirely subconscious level.

Scientists who study non verbal communication were able to predict with perfect accuracy which entrepreneurs the investors would choose…based entirely off of non-verbal cues.

This episode is all about what our bodies are saying that we don’t realize, and what our brains are reading in other people, that we don’t consciously know. While we’re unaware of this layer of communication running beneath the surface, it makes up over 90% of the exchanges we’re having with the people around us. Meanwhile, we’re basing all of our decisions on this subconscious data…and giving the people around us the data they need to make decisions about us, without realizing what we’re doing.

There’s one simple answer to becoming more aware of this constant non-verbal conversation, and it’s called congruence.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

The breakdown of verbal vs non-verbal communication in a normal exchange and why it’s so important to understand it
The list of sociometers that indicate cultures where people feel safe
Hear the story of the bad apple and how one person’s negative tone can be contagious
About the strength of a good apple, whose positive signals can be an antidote
How the link between body language and results is neither valueless or all important
The difference between congruence and incongruence, and the symptoms of each
Eight ways to check ourselves for congruence and non verbal alignment
Two ways to call in someone who feels incongruent to us

Mentioned in this episode:

The Practice
The Tool that changed everything
The Culture Code by Daniel Coyle

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As I spoke at multiple events for hundreds of people this past week, I had a moments of deep gratitude for the tools available for us to use to practice presence. Some of what I teach on the podcast is content that I’ve invented and created, and other tools and concepts are things I’ve collected over time from brilliant thought leaders, authors, theorists and changemakers.

In this episode, I’ll share a go-to tool that I learned almost two decades ago from Eckhart Tolle, and share the ways you can apply this part of his work- to daily life, big decisions, and the ideas that you’re trying to make real. I’ll also give examples of how I used his teaching this past week to reset for a public speaking event after getting one hour of sleep (!), to reframe my mindset after making a mistake, and how the concept of joy, ease and lightness has connected me to others in the least expected moments.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

Eckhart Tolle’s “Joy, Ease and Lightness” practice
How focusing on the how and not the what is a hack for presence
Why process instead of result thinking can calm the system
Why pulling our mind into the present connects us to feeling happiness and joy
How this practice helps us side-step habituated brain patterns
Three examples of how practicing presence overcame real-time mind-drama

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We’re all thinking of ideas to make real all day every day, though we often don’t realize it. Ideas for what we want to do with an afternoon, how to theme a party, what relationship or health habits we want to tweak, or the big obvious ones like what career change we want to make, where we want to travel, or what we want a creative project to be based on.

And then…we get stuck.

Ever get stuck finding your next step?
Or figuring out what approach to take?

Maybe you get caught up in thinking about what you SHOULD do, or what you’ve seen before, or what everyone else is doing.

We all do, because our human brain is designed to fit in; not to stand out.

In order to be truly creative and authentic with our ideas, we need to help our human brains break out of those boxed up ways of thinking.

Based on the design thinking practices, futurist processes, improv, career search specialists, and my own processes for ideation, today’s episode will teach you five different practices to help your brain think in new and different ways.

What you’ll learn in today’s episode:

How combining your favorite things can make the next step easier than you think
What futurists do to expand their thinking, that you can do anytime, anywhere
The difference between having many ideas, and many types of ideas
How to use improv to spice up your idea
4 questions to ask yourself to shed the fear and unleash possibility
How we can remember to balance presence of positive qualities with familiarity

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A friend of mine told a story a few months ago that has stuck with me in that way that a story does. I keep seeing echoes of it everywhere. I see expressions and examples of the point he was making in the coaching that my clients need, in my own life and mindset, and in the stories I hear from the people around me.

He told a story about a family who came to him and said that another family had a terrible experience at their school. My friend was confused because he knew that family, and while they did experience a specific challenge, the end result of their journey was incredibly happy and content. He went for coffee with the family that he knew and gently asked some questions. “Why did you only tell the negative part of the story?” he said. “The part that created a bad impression for this other family, and why leave out the happy ending, where everything was resolved?”

“I don’t know.” Said his friend, a little sheepishly. “It’s just what came out of my mouth.”

In a world where words create reality for ourselves and the people around us, understanding what part of the story we are choosing to tell is the difference between creation and destruction; connection and alienation.

What you’ll learn in this episode about the story we tell:

How it is a reflection of our self-concept and the beliefs we have about ourselves
How it shows what lens we tend to take on circumstances
How it impacts the health of our relationships, especially when we’re in a rut with someone in our lives
The impact that the story we tell has on the ideas we’re trying to make real
How to observe our story with compassion and non-judgment, so that we can actually make the changes we want to see
Questions we can ask ourselves to make our story lens clear, and to question whether it’s the lens we actually want to have.

Mentioned in this episode

Anthony Thomas and “A long way from the block”
Nostalgia for now
The Bloom Room

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Zoe is in the middle of a conversation with her partner. She’s annoyed and frustrated and is reminded of a series of other things that she feels annoyed and frustrated about in her relationship. They’re all connected by the feeling of annoyance…like pulling on a string and finding all the examples connected to it. She wants to tell him about each and every one until…

All of the sudden she realizes something. The string connecting all of these annoying things is not actually him. Even though he’s there in each instance, HE is not actually the thread. SHE is. The thing that connects all of these instances of being annoyed is HER; the one feeling them. She’s the one experiencing all of these things as annoying. SHE is the common denominator, not her partner.

She doesn’t like feeling this way.

Her instinct is to tell him he’s responsible for ALL of it.

For all of the ways that he annoys her.

But once she realizes that she is actually the common thread, she pauses.

She remembers that describing the way she feels in detail is really a way of escaping the feeling. That it only makes the frustration bigger, and worse.

Describing it isn’t actually feeling it.

It’s running away from it.
And she’s not into running away.

So instead, she uses the practice.

Jose uses the practice when he realizes the eggshells he’s walking on aren’t her eggshells, they’re his own.

Sarah uses the practice instead of jumping into DOING during an anxiety ridden morning.

Jazelle uses the practice when the voices of a patriarchal upbringing make her doubt her ability to be a founder and CEO.

I do the practice first thing every morning, as much a ritual as brushing my teeth.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

The two tools that are my ride-or-die go-to’s
Why breathing or taking a minute away from challenges isn’t enough
How to turn down analytical thinking to create space for the Practice
The three most important components of the Practice
Questions to ask ourselves that unravel intolerable emotions
Four times to apply the practice
How to metabolize a feeling and transmute it into something that serves you

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Have you ever needed a fresh perspective so badly, that you just started over instead? Maybe it was by getting a fresh relationship going, or getting into a fresh job or home setting, or starting your life over in a fresh new place.

No matter how many times we change our external setting, we know that eventually we’ll meet the same challenges there, too.

In today’s episode, we’ll learn the idea of giving ourselves a freshie every day. About treating our mental perspective, our belief in our ideas, relationships, and ultimately in ourselves as a discipline that requires as much consistency and attention as diet, exercise, communication, or even caring for a living thing that we’re responsible for.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

Why we look for external change to help us re-motivate.
How hedonistic adaptation causes us to eventually meet the same challenges in new situations.
How friendships, coaching relationships, and other support systems serve the purpose of freshening our belief in ourselves and our ideas, and why that’s not enough.
Examples of how the moment we stop trying is the moment things stop working
How we can use that reality to motivate us to believe in ourselves, our relationships, and our ideas day after day
A “freshie” practice we can normalize and use daily to build the skill and resilience we'll need when things get hardest.
Three examples of how we can support the fresh perspectives of the people around us, through the examples we set and the things we share.

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We were camping in the mountains with a group of 20 kids and their parents, when the ground began to shake. The first things I noticed were quivering leaves on the trees around us, followed by a soft rumbling that can only mean one thing in SoCal….there’s an earthquake. The children had all kinds of reactions. Some were excited, some were curious. Some screamed and asked to be picked up. We soothed them, gathered them, and came together to find out what we could, to plan and to connect.

I’ve been in my share of earthquakes, having always lived in California. This one in particular though, is one that I will never forget. I know that the children who were there won’t either, simply because we were together. They were surrounded by adults who cared for them, processed with friends who were standing beside them, and told the story again and again with the group.

While the earthquake may have been the most dramatic moment of this camping trip, it was only a tiny example of many examples of belonging. From CEOs creating annual “Framily” traditions, to women’s groups that have lasted over a decade, I heard example after example of people creating belonging in the communities they’re a part of. This single effort, is at the heart of what drives us all.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

How every opportunity to increase belonging starts with a single idea
Why unique opportunities for connection strengthen communities
Examples of long-term friendship formats
The value of longevity in group connection
Two questions that can increase belonging in your own life

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Have you ever stood behind someone in the grocery store thinking they should put the divider between your groceries and theirs?

Or thought someone should turn off their fanny pack music blasting down the hiking trail right behind you?

Have you ever thought someone was watching too much TV? Not spending enough time with the kids? Following too closely behind your car on the freeway?

Yeah, me too. We all have.

These are all examples of the “Manuals” that we are all walking around with, inside our heads.

A manual is an instruction guide that we have in our heads for how other people are supposed to behave in order for us to be happy. The really wild thing about this manual business is that although our brains tell us that everyone around us is supposed to be living up to the rules in our heads, we never show the manual to them.

We are holding them accountable to it…but they never get to see it.

Another wild thing about all of this is that the premise of our manuals is that we think we would be happier if someone else changes their behavior. This just isn’t true, or when it is, it’s true for a hedonistic hot minute.

This causes us a ton of suffering, because we’re handing over the power of our happiness to someone else. But we can learn to see the manual for what it is, and we can learn to let it go.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

How ridiculous manuals can be, via a pretty ridiculous morning story
Examples of the manuals we have for people we don’t know, friends, and even our very closest relationships
Why manuals suck your creative energy
How different brains interpret the same interactions in oppositional ways
The single best thing we can do to increase happiness for ourselves (spoiler: it has nothing to do with how young you look or how much money you make)
A four step process to releasing your manuals for the people around you
Choosing compatibility in friends and lovers makes manual work lighter
How laughing at our own manuals for other people can help us let them go

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Let’s go back to emotions 101. Your emotions ARE your superpower.

There are three ways that we naturally deal with them; we stuff them down, we act them out, and we buffer (put something else on top of them like work, sex, tv or scrolling, food or booze, or even thinking a lot!). All of those things make our feelings expand and deepen- like pushing a beach ball down underwater, so that eventually it pops out with a lot of force.

The only thing that actually works to move through a feeling, is to get curious, and allow the feeling to exist.

So that’s feelings 101.

In today’s episode, we’re going way beyond feelings 101. Today we’re talking about expanding the limitations of what emotions we’re capable of feeling, and willing to feel.

That’s what happens when we increase our emotional capacity.

Because here’s the deal.

Sometimes, we SIGN UP for increasing our emotional capacity.

We do that because we want to put ourselves out there in the world.

We have an idea we want to make real, a change we want to make in ourselves. We want to grow or expand. When you’re doing that, you’re on two parallel roads of growth.

In one lane, you’re taking new actions. But right there next to it. On the other parallel track, the other growth is happening. You’re expanding your capacity to feel.

What you’ll learn on today’s episode:

The two new skills you’re building anytime you do something new and different
Why expanding emotional capacity is essential to forward momentum
The external signs that will tell you clearly when you need to expand your capacity to feel
What the payoff is of doing the work to learn to process deeper, harder, darker emotions
The one question that will reveal the capacity expansion that you need next

Mentioned on this episode:

Your Feelings Are Your Superpower
Be a Time Whisperer

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When I thought of time management, I used to feel and think… ’Blahhh.’

‘That is NOT sexy.’

‘I am not wasting my time on that. I want to be here in the present.’

‘It’s so boring. It’ll melt my face off. I just won’t do it.’

Ironically, all of those things proved to be the opposite of what’s true.

As I became a time whisperer…I had time to do sexy stuff, like take care of myself and literally actually have time for a sex life. I had WAY more time to do the things that brought me joy. I became WAY more present for my life, and now?

I actually love planning out my week. I legit look forward to it now because I love all the stuff I’m putting in my calendar.

Just right now, the people I’m working with who are focused on time whispering range from a Family Medicine Doctor to the Director of a school. They are stay-at-home parents and C-level executive teams. They are musicians and sales managers. ALL of them have found freedom, joy and success from the skills they’re building in time management, and that’s just the handful that I’m currently supporting with this. I’ve literally helped hundreds of others make friends with their calendars, their lists, and start falling in love with the time they have and how they spend it.

But let’s get real. Being an excellent time manager does not sound sexy.

So, let’s be time whisperers. Let’s you and I develop the grace and decisiveness, the follow-through and the systems to make time our bestie.

In today’s episode, you’ll learn:

How being a time whisperer gives you a mind like water
Three productivity theorists whose books you can order right now to do a deep dive
How using your calendar can be like appreciating really great art
How to know what to do no matter where you are but still feel totally free
The one hour a week that is more important to your life than any other period of time
The three levels of time whispering skill you can build and how to learn them

Mentioned in this episode:

David Allen and Getting Things Done
Essentialism by Greg McKeown
Deep Work by Cal Newport
EP 118: Three Priority Tricks

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Have you ever gotten roasted or teased for things you were kind of surprised about?

Or what about this…have you ever been teased for saying something that you didn’t know was unique to you?

I’ve recently been told multiple times that a certain word that I say is a “Marie-ism”, and I had no idea. In friend groups, family text threads, the Bloom Room and more I’ve had people say “As Marie would say…Wegotchu.” This got my attention, of course, and it made me think about this word and why I use it.

The answer I found is that I LOVE this word.

I say it because it’s my philosophy of life.

Because it’s my purpose in life to help as many people feel the meaning that the apparently made up word “Wegotchu” means to me. I want to feel that way myself, as much as I can in my life. I want YOU to feel that way as much as possible.

So this episode is all about Wegotchu, because it’s a total Mind Bloomer.

If you are a recipient of the Wegotchu vibe, your mind will bloom.

And if you treat yourself with the Wegotchu vibe, you will be OKAY. no matter what goes down.

In this episode you’ll learn:

Why the Wegotchu experience is a word to describe an actually known phenomenon called “the connection web”
How applying Wegotchu to your physical body will help it heal
How applying Wegotchu to your own life will make you more resilient
Why responding to other people’s low moments and challenges with this approach brings out the highest in others
How acts of service are absolutely reciprocal
Why responding to vulnerability with an assertion of connection heals and connects

Wegotchu communicates that you are seen.

You are understood.

You are accepted at your most vulnerable.

And it communicates that we’re in the web, and there’s no falling here; because we’re in it together.

Wegotchu.

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A client recently asked how I get up at 5am in a house with squeaky floorboards and a husband who’s a night owl. The answer to this, and to so many other things comes from knowing my priorities.

While the 5am wake up call might ring just so I can get some exercise and some alone time before the chaos of the world wakes up…there’s something else that’s even more important to me than either of those things. Knowing my priorities makes a 5am wake up call easy, and ALSO makes it easy to forgive myself if 5am passes me by.

Priorities help us set goals and realize them, of course. But they also help us meet day to day challenges with confidence, communicate with clarity, and feel clear as we’re making decisions to meet the big challenges that will inevitably arise.

In this episode you’ll learn three tools that will help you:

Use priorities to plan your week and your calendar
Use priorities to troubleshoot the unexpected day to day interruptions
Reflect on your days and weeks, so that you can use clean, clear logic to adjust how you choose to spend your time
Make easy, guilt free decisions to let go of one goal when another is more important
Move through big life challenges with clarity and confidence about how you’re showing up

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 38: Retros Are Everything
Ep: 24: Nostalgia for Right Now
Ep 02: The Land Inside

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There are two ways of looking at the world. We can think that there is one truth to everything; “one thing is true”…OR we can realize that many things are true at the same time. We call this “two things are true” thinking.

Recently, I was working with a collaborator on something who was consistently letting me down by not meeting their commitments. When I was just trying to understand the hard things that were coming up for them and getting in the way of their work, my compassion was all that was true. I was in my “one thing is true” mindset. After a few occurrences of this, I moved into a “two things are true” mindset. I realized- It’s okay that those things didn’t get done, AND it’s not okay that those things didn’t get done.

When that happened, I could both be compassionate AND hold them accountable to what they committed to. When we realize that two things are true, we move from convincing energy to understanding energy. And that’s when the magic…and the problem solving happens.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

“Two things are true” vs “one thing is true” thinking
A three step process to solve problems that involve more than on truth
How learning to use “two things are true” to help turn ideas into real things
Why validating different perspectives is different than agreeing with them
Why it’s hard to do this in a convincing culture that teaches us power and dominance instead of curiosity and understanding
How understanding and validation are way more effective than being right
How understanding that two things are true allows us to gathering data and develop awareness to make better decisions

When we understand that two opposing things are true at once, we can get creative. Our thinking is innovative and elastic because it’s open to different perspectives, realities, possibilities and thinking. Instead of sweeping everything under the rug, we see it all and solve for it all.

Mentioned in this episode:

Good Inside by Dr Becky Kennedy
Listening is Sexy
Institute of the Future
The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday
Moving through Obstacles

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Two things stop people from taking action on the ideas that they have to make their own lives, their communities, their workplaces, families, and the world a better place.

They think that they’re not special enough…or
They think they’re too special to work hard for it.

Both of these beliefs are just as harmful, because both of them rob the world of what what we have to give.

Both of them are about seeing ourselves as different, special, and other.

They are two different sides of the same coin, or for today’s purposes- two different sides of the same snowflake.

We all have these snowflake moments! There’s no shame in it as long as we call it what it is; a snowflake moment. A moment where we think we’re a little more or less special than everyone else.

Because it’s okay to be a snowflake if that means you realize you are a once ever happening complete miracle of a human being that has drop dead gorgeous things to do and say and be in the world.

AND if you realize that everyone else is just that special too.

It’s a freaking blizzard out there. When we can overcome our separateness and illusions of otherness, that’s when we start really living with the freedom and the power to make our ideas real.

What you’ll learn in today’s episode:

Examples of the snowflake moments that sneak up on us
What become possible when we realize that we’re incredibly special, and that everyone else is too
How entitlement and self depreciation both step from ego
How freedom from both of those things allows us the self worth to walk away from anything that detracts from our power
How clarity, peace, passion and curiosity replace snowflake syndrome
How we can begin to hear the whispers of possibility that have always been there, when the snowflake noise dies down

Freedom, healing, and ideas that create a better world come when every single one of us realizes that we are in fact undeniably and unbelievably special…and EVERYONE else is too.

Because the only way that we can have a snow pack is if we allow ourselves to be a snowflake. AND the only way that we can have a snow pack is if we understand that everybody else is one too.

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Grace was sitting across from me, with her hands wrapped around a mug of tea. Our session was first thing in the morning for both of us, and I could imagine that the rain that I could see falling so consistently in gentle waves outside my office window was falling just outside the window in her office too.

“It’s disorienting” she was saying. “This new feeling is disorienting.”

She was describing the change that has happened inside of her over the past couple of years in the Bloom Room and coaching one-on-one with me, as she’s become more and more clear on who she is and what she wants.

“All of the sudden”, she said, “there are things that I can’t follow through on, even if I want myself to. Because I know they’re not true for me. All of the sudden my clients are asking me for things, and I hear myself saying that I’ll only use materials that are ethically and sustainably sourced, and that don’t bring microplastics that will impact people’s health…into their homes.

I’ve never said that out loud to a client before. I don’t even really know what happened- I just said no.”

“All of the sudden, if it’s a no for me, I know it. Clearly. And I can’t ignore it anymore.

And that feels really good and amazing, and also…NOW what do I do?”

This has been a progression for Grace and for so many of my clients as they find the ways that they’re not listening to themselves. As they see how they’re overriding their instinct and internal guidance, and once they see them, as they begin to make different choices. But what happens when we start being able to hear our hell no’s more and more clearly? What do we do when are hands are full of no’s?

That’s what today’s episode is all about.

What you’ll learn on this episode:

Why knowing your list of no-go’s in life is incredibly valuable
Why we are more likely to know our no’s than our yeses
How a list of no’s can become the big idea you want to make real in the world
Why the ideas that come from a “no” are sometimes the most authentic ones
How our list of no’s turned inside out becomes a project plan
Three ways you can get support turning your Big Idea into a real thing

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Did you know being an excellent listener is a way to practice great boundaries?

It’s hard as hell to do, with a human ego standing right in the way…but it’s also the skill with the single biggest payoff.

Listening as a boundary tool always surprises people when they hear it for the first time. Until a few seconds later…when they have a lightbulb moment.

Great listening makes the space between two people clear, instead of muddy.

When we listen to someone without argument, disagreement, or judgement and instead reflect back what we’re hearing; we hold up a mirror that lovingly keeps them accountable to what they’re sharing. We keep the space between us clear, until it’s time for us to share. And this keeps us more accountable to our own words as well.

Great listening reverses a triggered nervous system, bolsters empathy and connection, and ultimately gives each person we’re in relationship witn the one thing that they want most.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

How being a great listener = having great boundaries
How to keep clarity around “what’s yours and what’s mine” during disagreements
How listening keeps us, and others accountable
How listening moves us out of fight or flight and into empathy
What to do when we don’t agree…(this might surprise you!)
Learn why we letting others have their feelings and experience is the golden ticket for us to have our own experience too
Why being the better listener is worth it, every. Single. Time.

If I could give the world a gift, and just download every human with one skill, it would be to listen to understand others across differences.

Truly listening to understand someone is truly seeing them. Listening is loving. And that’s just sexy.

All of us just want to be heard and understood. In order to experience that, we need to hear and understand.

So let’s hold hands and go first.

You and me.

Let’s listen first.

Mentioned in this episode:

Listen to this
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Bekah Salazar and Marie McDonald are lifetime sister-friends. We are also all about becoming EXPERTS at loving ourselves so that we can give our best to the world...and even more importantly than that, because we deserve it.

And so do you.

We see the people around us giving everything to families and work and communities, and we want to help our people to slow down; say no to everyone else a little more, and say YES to ourselves.

Together, we created the Art of Self-Lovin’ and you’re going to hear all about it in this episode. This content is a sneak peak at an all-day in-person workshop and online course available through the Bloom Coach website.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

Self Lovin' on the inside:

Learn how to examine your automatic thoughts about yourself, where they come from, and the feeling states they generate in your body.
Hear examples of how to shift those thoughts into beliefs that create a more fulfilling life.
Learn two tools for generating lists of self love attributes and desires that are in line with your intuition and your body wisdom.
Understand how to honor the finite resource of your time and love by choosing to put your energy into people, communities and projects that reciprocate and fill your cup.

Self Lovin' on the outside:

Hear a nod to the holy trio of self lovin’: water, sleep and movement.
Understand how style as a form of self expression is a great way to practice self lovin’.
Be introduced to skin care rituals as a form of meditation, completing the stress cycle, and daily self lovin’ on the largest organ in the body.
How dietary choices that support gut health and protecting the microbiome protect our overall health.

Self Lovin’ is an art.

Let’s get really good at practicing it.

Mentioned in this episode:

EP 18: The Tool That Changed Everything
EP 24: Nostalgia for Now
Bekah Salazar on Instagram
Wear it Well by Allison Bornstein

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Ever feel like stress just piles on stress? We all know stress is a part of life, but are we handling it right?

For most of us, we tend to get stuck in a cycle of feeling stressed, instead of finishing the cycle by shaking it off and actually resolving the issue.

In this episode, leaning into one of the two stress experts, the Nagoski sisters, I'll break down what stress is and our modern day stressors, share three stories that focus on the non-helpful ways we tend to deal with stress, and give you a few different ways that you can alleviate stress in your daily life.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Strategies for managing stress and reclaiming balance in your life
How burnout and trauma symptoms often overlap
Actionable techniques for completing stress cycles to prevent burnout
Ways to integrate stress-relief practices into your routine

Mentioned in this episode:

Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science that Will Transform Your Sex Life by Emily Nagoski Ph.D.
Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily Nagoski PhD and Amelia Nagoski DMA

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Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science that Will Transform Your Sex Life

Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle

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Do you want your big idea to stop being just an idea? Or are you constantly starting and stopping, never actually reaching your goals?

In this episode, I dive head first into the second main ingredient for you to reach your goals. Consistency.

Whether it's starting a business or building healthy habits, they rarely become reality overnight. It happens bit by bit, by just getting better and better at noticing what feels like us and what doesn't.

And learning how to turn the volume knob in your brain really helps you stay consistent no matter where you are in your journey to making your idea real.

What do I mean by that?

You'll hear more of that in this episode.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How small, regular actions, lead you towards achieving your goal
Managing your thoughts using two volume knobs metaphor
How consistent practice can help you live more authentically
Examples of how consistency can be applied to various aspects of life

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 109: Commitment

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This year, I decided to live a "Year of Zero Lies." Everything that I do or say, I commit to being 100% authentic.

In this process of personal discovery, I have learned five simple, but incredibly powerful questions that have helped me gain a clear blueprint for what to focus on and what to change.

The clarity questions I offer will help you uncover hidden desires, find areas for growth, and make choices that feel authentic and aligned with your values.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Living authentically and truthfully, focusing on what truly matters to you
Five clarity questions to help you find your true desires and say no to demands that don't serve you
Why the biggest challenges in life are the most important for growth
The power of being deeply honest in every interaction and decision

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 24: Nostalgia for Right Now

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Recently, we celebrated my parents' 50th anniversary, which means they've been together for half a century! If you think about it, their relationship is an idea they made real and stayed committed to it for 50 years and counting.

Those lovebirds made me ask the question: what is it really that makes our ideas a reality? Is it luck? Is it talent?

In this episode, I talk about the most common beliefs people think about, and why commitment will make your ideas real above all else.

No matter what your goals are, may this episode inspire you to go after your dreams with more belief in yourself and your beautiful blooming idea.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How commitment, resilience, and perseverance makes ideas real
Using the regenerative design cycles to make a clearer path for your goals
How failures can become a way to make changes and improvements
Why it’s important to think about your commitments, why you made them, and to make sure they match your goals

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 92: Regenerative Design
Ep 107: Design a Regenerative Year

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Do you ever make New Year's resolutions? This episode isn't about if you should or shouldn't. Instead, it's about a great way to make any idea – big or small – happen.

We'll talk about three month goals, a framework for achieving your big goals by breaking them down into manageable chunks. This creates a clear path with actionable steps, enabling our brain to visualize and execute the necessary actions.

If you want to achieve more this 2025, whether it's personal growth, professional success, or simply bringing a long-held ideas to life, this episode is your first step to achieving those goals.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How to breaking down your new year goals into smaller steps
The importance of community support in making your ideas real
How to articulate your goals to make them achievable
Using the 90-day goals framework to make your ideas bloom this year

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Before the end of the year, we usually spend this time to make up a list of things that we want to do or change. We call that our New Year's resolution. Today we're going to be more specific on that.

In this episode, we're going to talk more about designing your life for the coming year and making your choices based on a regenerative reasoning. That means that you're going to choose to put your time and your energy into things that give energy back to you.

We'll talk about setting goals for the next 90 days and that includes saying no to the things that you don't want to do and yes to the things that you do want to do.

You get to decide what you want out of this experience. Express your ideas and live the life that only you can, putting your incredible contribution into the world.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Regenerative design as a reflection and design tool for your coming year
Strategies for intentional living by setting boundaries to preserve energy
Practicing nostalgia for the present to cherish the uniqueness of each moment
Setting 90-day goals to approach your reflection for the year in a way that really focuses in on what is generating energy for you

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 92: Regenerative Design
Ep: 24: Nostalgia for Right Now

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Have you ever noticed how we often approach new things with a fixed idea of how they should be? Whether it’s a trip, a project, or even a conversation, we tend to follow familiar patterns. But why?

In today's episode, I'll share with you a perfect experience last weekend to illustrate that when we let things flow and let go of expectations, our experiences become more magical. I'll also give you some questions that you can ask yourself, that might help you step outside the box of same expectations or patterns.

Join me in this episode as we explore how to embrace the unexpected, and create experiences that are truly yours.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How to embrace and find joy in life's unpredictability
Strategies for unleashing creativity by reimagining spaces and situations
How to work with the flow rather than resist it
Questions to ask yourself to think innovatively and outside the box to create extraordinary experiences

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the.bloom.coach on IG

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Imagine puffing a dandelion into the air. As you blow on the dandelion, all its little feather-like flowers go out into the world.

When we put our ideas out, they spread like a dandelion and other people get to experience and build off of them.

In this episode, I want to talk about our wonderful and magical experience in Vancouver and how this experience exemplify that sharing our thoughts into the world creates an innovative impact in our community.

Can you imagine being part of a community like that?
We'd be one big arena of blooming people.

Remember, your ideas are bigger than you. So put them out there and let it go.

What you'll learn in this episode:

The benefits of creating and sharing ideas with others
How our ideas' true worth is in their impact on the world
Letting go of ego and embracing the ripple effect of shared ideas
Our recent experience of being in a community of shared thoughts

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the.bloom.coach on IG

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Are there miracles around you that you're letting pass you by?

Right now, we are the youngest, most flexible, and strongest we'll ever be. And when miracles such as our ideas come up, it's important that we are fully present, so we can grab them and make them real.

In this episode, I share with you my favorite gratitude practice and how you can use this to be present and be here for it. Because gratitude isn't just a feel-good habit—it’s a tool for personal growth and resilience.

Let this episode be your glimmer of possibility for ideas that you want to make a reality. Don't let it pass you by.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How gratitude shifts focus from challenges to possibilities
One simple question to turn ordinary experiences into extraordinary ones
Why make your ideas real today, not later
My favorite gratitude practice that helps me become aware of what is miraculous around me in any given moment

Mentioned in this episode:

the.bloom.coach on IG

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How often do you wake up with stanky morning mind? We're waking up first thing in the morning and whatever's in our brain or whatever it is that we feel is what we're going to experience. That's just how our brain works. There's no shame in that.

This happened to me recently. And most mornings, I am the goofy one, dancing, and ready to go. But earlier this week, a lot of things happened and I hadn't slept well. The next morning, you guessed right, I was not dancing in the kitchen.

Until something so unexpected happened that made me crack up and totally inspired today's episode.

Today, I'm going to share with you three ways on how you can make sure that whatever it is that you're walking into, it will be a good experience for yourself and for the people around you.

It is by cleaning up the inside, cleaning up our approach and setting expectations.

I'll explain everything in this episode and I hope that this can help you prove that you being authentically you is what sets you up for success and allows you to experience human connection and love.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Managing your stanky morning mind to start your day right
How your authentic you sets you up for success
3 ways to to create a positive experience for yourself and those around you
Being clear in what you want and saying it out loud

Mentioned in this episode:

the.bloom.coach on IG
The Trait That ‘Super Friends’ Have in Common by The Atlantic

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If you look in the mirror right now and reflect, can you say that you are living your life fully? Are you giving a little bit more love to yourself that you deserve?

We're walking around the world and this is the youngest any of us will ever be right now, and we will never experience the same thing in the same way ever again.

So, if right now, you are in an environment that is not regenerative or you keep saying yes to things that don't serve you, this is the time to establish your epic boundaries.

Boundaries protect our ability to give more love, compassion, and stillness to ourselves. And when we do that, we're in full capacity to give a little bit more of our authentic selves into our community and into the world.

So, allow yourself to feel your feelings and appreciate yourself day in and day out. This is the way that you can become capable of making your big ideas real.

What you'll learn in this episode:

What happens when you love yourself a little bit more
How your epic boundaries help you be a human and experience spontaneity
Why being more compassionate with yourself helps you be less judgmental
Allowing yourself to experience JOMO
How to find contentment and happiness in where you are right now

Mentioned in this episode:

the.bloom.coach on IG
Ep 02: The Land Inside
Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert
Eat Pray Love Made Me Do It by Elizabeth Gilbert

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How are you feeling after the presidential election this week?

Are you feeling anxious and a little disoriented?
Or are you feeling happy and nervous at the same time?

The truth is, for many of us, a lot of things might happen around us that would make us feel that way at different times in our life. And it's important that when those big feelings happen, you are equipped to take care of your body, your mind and yourself.

In this episode, I offer you my support and tools to help you whenever your mind is running way too fast or you suddenly feel this burst of emotions coming at you all at once.

I hope that this episode can serve as your reminder that whatever it is that is happening in this world, you are going to be okay. You are not alone.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How to manage negative emotions when they come up
Tools to calm your mind whenever your brain is running too fast
Practices to bring self-awareness when you're feeling reactive
Becoming mindful of the inputs that you are taking into your mind
How you can get into action, and do something that will make more of what you want to see in the world

Mentioned in this episode:

the.bloom.coach on IG

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Do you feel better when you had a really bad moment in your day and you get to vent to someone about it?

And did you know that we literally can create reality in the other person's mind when we do that? Mind-blowing, right? So if we're creating reality with our words, for ourselves and the people that hear our words, what is the reality that we want to be creating?

Today, I'm going to give you some questions that you can ask yourself to help use your words to make yourself and others feel better. Because, when we share our stories and we're focused on the negative parts of them, we allow our brains to confirm them and look for evidence of that reality.

In this episode, you'll understand why our brains work like that and how we can break out of it.

So, join me and let's create an impact in the world that we're going to be proud of.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How we can use our words to feel better instead of worse
Why our brains are wired to focus on the negative side of things
Practices to break out of negativity bias
Questions you can ask yourself to understand what's happening in your thinking
Stories to help you apply these questions and practices yourself

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the.bloom.coach on IG

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Have you ever dumped out your purse only to discover the most random stuff lurking in there? Maybe an expired coupon for ramen, or an even a single almond.

To imagine that single almond… is comedic genius. I too, have had that single almond dump out of my own purse!

It's so REAL.

And… the stuff in there only gets weirder and weirder the longer we wait between cleanings, and the very same is true for our brains.

Dumping out the contents of our minds once a month, or once a quarter is going to be a big mess to clean up, but when we do it on the regular, it becomes an interesting discovery in what we find inside our mental "purse.”

It's a form of self-care that is regenerative, because we keep facing the “stuff” in there, cleaning it out, sifting through what what we want to keep, and what to toss.

And it’s in this ongoing process, we stay in integrity with ourselves and how we want to show up in the world.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Examples of regenerative ideans and what they add to your life
Regularly "dumping out" mental clutter to focus on thoughts that serve us
How thoughts can become self-fulfilling prophecies
Examples of negative thoughts and how to swap them out with good ones
How to view setbacks as opportunities

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the.bloom.coach on IG

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A couple of months, I started having this weird pain in my hip and as I kept moving through my life, doing all the things that I normally do, my yoga classes, taking care of my kids, the pain got worse and worse to the point where I couldn't really walk anymore.

I tried going to the doctor and when I got my x-ray results back, I just got kind of more and more hopeless and just distracted by all this pain and nothing that I did made it better.

Until, one slow walk with my husband ignited this idea within me to call Neille. And since that day, it changed the way I see myself and my body. Neille is a magical human and he's here to share his absolutely, incredibly brilliant brain and share his wisdom with us on how you continue your momentum towards making your ideas real.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Neille dispelling myths about chronic pain with a holistic understanding
Practical tips for enhancing daily habits to improve body awareness
The connection between emotional trauma and physical pain
The concept of shifting reliance from muscles to skeletal support
Insights into Neil Solomon's holistic healing practices

Neille's Bio:Neille has a lifelong passion for knowledge and helping others, which has driven his 19-year career in assisting people with posture correction and chronic pain relief. He specializes in treating individuals who have lost hope or been told their condition is permanent.

Neille invented the PSolo, a versatile massage tool for both office and home use. Currently, he is developing an assessment skills training program for massage therapists to elevate the profession.

Mentioned in this episode:

Neille Solomon's website
Neille Solomon on IG
the.bloom.coach on IG

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What happens when we engage in a creative energy of community where we we're getting all this energy back from what we're putting out there?

We just want to keep doing it. It's regenerative.

And, in the Bloom Room, that's what I created. A community where we have each other's backs and we bring out the best in each other.
And we're all there to make our ideas real, one idea at a time.

This is a community that will never go away.
We are going to keep going year round.
Come and join us in the Bloom Room.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How breathing techniques can help manage stress and promote inner peace
Big news about the Bloom Room
The benefits of being part of the Bloom Room
Techniques like self-hypnosis and neural reprogramming to help in personal growth and innovation
An invitation to join the Bloom Room waitlist

Mentioned in this episode:

@the.bloom.coach on IG
Ep 91: Reciprocal Community
Ep 86: Your Three Brains and Their Hormones
Ep 42: Boundaries, Baby

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Ever wondered why you're feeling out of sync despite checking off all the right boxes in life? In today's episode, I am going to give you a tool that you can use the next time you have a little time and space for yourself.

You can make use of this tool to give yourself an assessment of where your balance is right now. And what happens once you do this assessment, it becomes the roadmap for where there might be a gap between what you want your life to look like and what it looks like right now.

And one thing to keep in mind when using this tool, no matter how you want to rate yourself during this assessment, you do not want to go for perfection. You got to give yourself a speed limit because we are never going for a hundred percent, because that is some cheeky capitalist, make-believe world that says that we can have all 10s all the time. That's not real.

Life is not a test.
Life is an experience.

Because we want to live an intentional life, so we're using a conscious approach to how we spend our time, our energy and our resources, which ultimately leads to a more satisfied life, a more fulfilled life.

So, sit down, grab your journal, and a favorite drink, and join me in creating a more balanced life where we're making our ideas real.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How to holistically assess and balance your life using a powerful tool
The potential to boost your happiness by 20% through life assessment, supported by Gallup data
How to set a personal "speed limit" for a more balanced life
Key categories to rate your life satisfaction
How regular self-reflection activates the prefrontal cortex, leading to clearer thinking and more intentional choices

Mentioned in this episode:

American Psychological Association
UC Berkeley
World Health Organization
Gallup, Inc.
Harvard Business Review

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Last week I hung out with two bandmates from a band with a cult following - as they reunited for a special show in Orange County. It filled my soul as I saw this living example of how important it is to pursue our passions and to watch an example of the specific ways we thrive when we have the guts to do it.

Most of the time, it's all too easy to prioritize everything BUT our passions and our ideas, with all of the things pressing in and asking for our time. Each of them more urgent than the quiet call of inner longing. But the data is OUT- and it shows us the crystal clear benefit of making our ideas real, and letting them take the mic- and even putting them center stage. Research across all kinds of domains of life illustrate just how much your life can change when you following your longing- and l'll share it all with you in this episode.

When we remember that we are extraordinary, that we each have something so unique and special to offer the world, and when we say no to all the things that aren't serving us, we can start reinventing ourselves today... and start making our ideas REAL.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How you can navigate busy schedules and still find time for what you truly want
Why self-belief remains crucial even when external validation is lacking
Saying no to distractions and external passions and saying hells yes to things that ignite our passions
Research-supported benefits of pursuing your ideas
The importance of believing in yourself as exceptional, and advocating for yourself, even when it’s easier to do it for others

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 52: The Love Triangle

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Today we are talking about snacking in the dark. Yes, it is a metaphor, also for some of us, not.

We all, I'm sure, have heard a lot about the impact of things we don't look at, or things that we hide from others. There's a lot of data to support the impact, psychologically and physically, on our health, on our social relationships around keeping secrets and not looking at things, hiding things.

And in this episode, we're going to talk a little bit about the subtle ways that we do that with ourselves and how to get free of that, how to shake it off.

Because there's nothing wrong with snacking in the dark if you want to. If you're snacking in the dark and pretending you're not snacking in the dark, that's when it's problematic.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How to identify and confront areas of shame in various aspects of life
Steps to bring hidden issues into the light
Common fears related to making ideas visible and being seen by others
Methods to examine beliefs and decide if they align with your values
Techniques for visualizing and transforming overwhelming emotions

Mentioned in this episode:

Native Poppy
Natalie on Instagram
Johnny Rivera
The Usual Suspects

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What if you could turn your passion into a thriving business that not only brings the magic to you but also to others? Natalie Gill, the creative force behind Native Poppy is here with us in today's episode.

Native Poppy has been bringing joy to people for 10 years now and Natalie shares the rollercoaster story behind her dream. From the thrills of ideating and starting her business to overcoming huge challenges and how this became an opportunity for reinvention.

If you are wanting to share you amazing ideas to the world, Natalie's journey could just be your catalyst to finally do it.

Join us in this episode that captures the essence of turning ideas into reality and how to keep the magic ignited even through setbacks and challenges.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Natalie's story of having a clear vision and the relentless passion to turn her dreams into reality
The necessity of reinventing for sustainability
Natalie’s experiences and her journey to overcoming setbacks
Foraging and utilizing available resources creatively when starting out
Creating your own opportunities rather than wait for them to appear

Natalie's Bio:Natalie Gill, a flower designer, started Native Poppy in 2014. She wanted to make people happy by creating beautiful flower arrangements.

At first, she worked from home, doing flowers for events. Then, she opened a flower shop. She did things differently, like having a flower menu and not selling single flowers which made Native Poppy special and unique.

Mentioned in this episode:

Native Poppy
Natalie on Instagram
Rachel Lubich on Instagram
San Diego Museum of Art
A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose
Tim Ferris
Martha Stewart

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A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose

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If you're here, I know you want your ideas to become reality. But how do we make sure those ideas where we channel our energy into will give back?

The Regenerative Design is the tool for you.

Whether you're trying to figure out your roadblocks, diagnose what is not working, or setting boundaries, this tool will help you figure out what your hell yeses are, and if it's not a hell yes, everything else is an F no.

Listen in as I talk about examples and experiences from clients on how this resource is key to help make your ideas real.

And make sure to download the free PDF that will help you utilize this resource to apply to your own life.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How to channel your energy into ideas that are regenerative and reciprocal
Examples on how regenerative design helps in personal and professional spheres
The process of investing resources into an idea
Utilizing the regenerative design tool to anticipate obstacles, set boundaries, and make ideas real
Access to a free PDF with a visual representation of the regenerative design cycle

Mentioned in this episode:

@the.bloom.coach on IG
Marie on Linktree
Ep 91: Reciprocal Community

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Do you want to spend your time in communities where you have to work really, really hard to connect and get reciprocal energy back?

Or do you want to put yourself in the presence of people that bring out your best and give you as much energy as you put into them?

Of course, it's all up to you how much time you spend with each community, which ones you want to limit and which ones you want more of. But my invitation for you today is just to think about it which communities bring out your best self and how can you put yourself in those communities more.

Because when we take away the work and the energy that we have to spend building ourselves up and making us feel okay and instead just put ourselves in environments where we automatically feel motivated and inspired and belonging, we are much more likely to have energy left to put into our ideas and making our ideas real in the world.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How different communities affect your well-being and creativity
Taking actionable steps to manage the abundance of ideas
Introduction to the regenerative idea model
The importance of real connections and genuine community support in making your ideas happen
Insights from the book "Essentialism" on focusing on prioritization, commitment and dedication

Mentioned in this episode:

Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown

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Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less

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We all have a lot of information spinning in our heads about communication, relationships, and kids. Today I’m going to share my all time fave, love blooming tips to bring out the best in ourselves and the kids in our lives.

And before you think that this episode is not for you because you don't have kids- hang tight. These ideas are also for you. For your relationships with other adults and most of all for your relationship with all of the parts of you.

In this episode, I will give you the top seven soundbites that I play in my head to remind me of how to interact with my kids and bring out the best in them.

Use them to ground you when you’re most frazzled or overstimulated- to help build stronger, more empathetic connections whether dealing with children, adults, or our inner selves.

What you'll learn in this episode:

My seven key soundbites to guide parenting and relationship strategies
The importance of "connect before correct" to improve communication
Techniques for creating a "power with" dynamic instead of a "power over"
Strategies for addressing unmet needs instead of just focusing on problems
How parenting techniques can be adapted for interactions with adults and for self-care

Mentioned in this episode:

Good Inside
Galileo Innovation Camp

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When we are hiding something, or out of integrity with who we really are, we have discomfort, either physical or in other ways.

But because of how we've all been socialized, we've learned to hide a lot of ourselves and for each of us.

In this episode, we're uncovering how to find what you truly want under the surface of all the things you're supposed to want. Because when we do the work of getting back in integrity, life becomes very sweet and it becomes easy to see the things that are not in integrity, that are red flags.

Embrace the opportunity to look for anything that you're hiding. Where are you not being true to yourself? There's many steps after that, but that's where we start.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How living in integrity is crucial for well-being
Psychological and physical tolls of not living authentically
The role of societal structures in shaping behaviors and expectations
Practices that can help you embrace your true self
Techniques to realign with your core values and make meaningful changes in your life

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 84: Neuroplasticity
Ep 72: The Freedom of a Hard No
Melissa Tiers

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Meet Quinne Brown-Huffman, one of my favorite people on the planet and she knows it. Although Quinne's story is like the most magnificent rainbow of a human experience, we met each other in a very specific way.

Quinne is the amazing doula who brought a touch of magic to my birthing journey. And she's here in the podcast to share her metamorphosis from a car accident to becoming an actress and a birth coach.

She's here to talk about how we cannot choose what happens to us in life, but we can choose what we do with what happens to us. Trusting your inner compass and embracing that in whatever you want to become in this world, the choice is within you.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How chance meetings and unexpected events can lead to life-changing paths
The importance of recognizing choices and possibilities
The significance of community, vulnerability, and shared experiences in providing support and clarity of purpose
What is PLAY and its relation to finding your purpose

Quinne's Bio:
Meet Quinne Brown Huffman: healing catalyst, artist, and mother who has dedicated her life to serving her community in finding their unique identities in a chaotic world.

A catalyst in the world of energy healers, Quinne brings her expertise and passion to help others communicate effectively and find their unique voice. With a diverse background in industries ranging from travel to entertainment, Quinne is an observer of human behavior and anthropology, using her insights to tell powerful stories and create impactful messaging.

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 83: Ikigai
Sunset Park Provisions in Santa Monica
Quinne Brown Huffman

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When we really focus our energy on the idea of something that we're trying to create in the world, we struggle less, we keep growing instead of receding in any way. That's what today's episode is all about.

Our ideas lead us toward becoming more of who we want to be and experiencing more of what we want to experience. It's not about the destination. It's about the process. It's about who you become as you try.

The cool part... there's nothing to prove because you are as valuable and as worthy as you will ever be right now.

What you'll learn in this episode:

The role of creative projects in personal development and mindset shifts
Enjoying the journey and the growth you get from working on an idea
Setting clear, attainable goals that align with your core values
The neuroscience behind our brain's tendency to scan for threats

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 83: Ikigai

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Did you know you have three brains?
It's true.

Knowing how to gather information from all three centers of knowing helps us own our own groundedness, deep knowledge and inner wisdom.

In this episode, we'll uncover the unique roles of our three brains—both their biological function and their psychological one: the logical head, the wise heart, and the intuitive gut—and how they collectively guide us from conflict to clarity.

Learn how to access the unique insights each brain offers, providing clear guidance in moments of confusion or indecisiveness. This practice not only enhances your overall life experience but also aligns your actions with your deeper knowing and wisdom.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How to align your actions with your three brains to achieve greater harmony
How our brain, heart and gut are related to horomone production
How the three hormones related to our three brains create the path to our future
How to use these insights when dealing with emotional triggers or seeking better decision-making tools
Tools for achieving a state of harmony and guidance
An immersive guided meditation designed to help you tap into the wisdom of your head, heart, and gut

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Melissa Tiers
Simone Seol

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When you have an idea and you want to make into a real thing, the difference between intention and action is everything.

Intentions are glimmers of possibility; they are in our mind until we take an action to make them real. And they will stay intentions always, no matter how much we want to believe in them until we translate them into action.

In today's episode, I'll share some tips on how to go about setting priorities and avoiding making assumptions about others' intentions whether in our relationships or communities.

Once we learn how to separate out intention from action, we become a part of the world's healing.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Why intentions alone are not enough to bring ideas to fruition
Setting priorities and taking steps to move from intention to action
Strategies for fostering a more understanding and less judgmental approach
The importance of separating fact from perception

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Recently, I met with a therapist and we went to grab a coffee. The therapist said that a lot of times people will come to him and he didn't think he is the right fit for them, because in therapy, it's usually about healing trauma and looking backward.

But sometimes, what somebody needs is to create a positive vision for the future and manage the mind to set up a plan the next time you notice the triggers.

Mind management or self-directed neuroplasticity helps you stop the stress cycle and teach you ways to release stress. Yes, stress is supposed to be released and this is possible when we use tools to manage our mind.

And in this episode, I will give you data, tools, and steps on how you can make it a habit to manage your mind and achieve permanent change.

Learning about self-directed neuroplasticity is the best gift that I have given to myself and now, I'm here to share it all with you.

What you'll learn in this episode:

The synergy between coaching and therapy
Self-directed neuroplasticity and its benefits in managing our minds
Practical tools and techniques for mental management
An overview of Caroline Leaf's research on mind management

Mentioned in this episode:

Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess by Caroline Leaf
How to Use Mind-Management to Rewrite & Redefine Your Life Story by Caroline Leaf
Ep 18: The Tool That Changed Everything
ICF Releases New Research on Coaching and Change Management
The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness by Jonathan Haidt
Melissa Tiers

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The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness

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What's the thing that will keep you swimming out into deep blue water, even when it's a little bit scary?

I'm bringing to you this episode straight from the big island of Maui as my family and I continue our week-long quality time together. We're about halfway through and I'm here to share with you a couple fun stories that happened as we go on this trip.

These stories link up to some research that I've been doing lately on having a wonderful life, on generating happiness and flow or as the Japanese call it "Ikigai". This episode is a reminder that the most important work that we can do as people for ourselves, for our children, for the world is to find our purpose.

We also talk about facing your fears and slowly gaining confidence at your own terms. Making sure that everything lines up with your values and not anyone else's.

Because the only human being who can turn your ideas real is you.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Ikigai and its significance in achieving a happy and long life
Facing fears and taking safe risks in your own terms
Learning to manage our stress response through mind management
Setting up boundaries to eliminate things that get in the way of us doing things in line with our purpose

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CNBC : Renée Onque
The No. 1 regret people have when they die, from an ex-hospice worker—and how to get ahead of it
Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess

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One of the things that I deal with a lot is when people are trying to make a decision about whether or not to do something, and especially when those things would require a lot of change in our lives.

Life will pull us, people will pull us, requests for our attention and time will pull us in so many directions if we don't decide "what is the most important thing that I'm doing with my life, with my time, with my energy, with my resources?" Because when we follow those yeses and we listen to those no's, it can really be a helpful internal compass.

In this episode, I'm going to help you get into the nitty gritty of whether you're just listening to self-doubt too much, or whether you really have an intuition that you should do something.

This is how you can change the world in a positive way - through what you love doing and who you love being. That's what we're all about here on the Bloom Your Mind podcast.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Methods to distinguish between genuine intuition and fear or self-doubt
How to balance and compare the reasons for and against a major decision
Setting ground rules and aligned expectations for successful and cooperative decision-making
Techniques to clear mental chatter and logically address concerns

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 66: Ground Rules and Expectations
Ep 63: Making Decisions
Ep 38: Retros Are Everything
Ep 14: Look How Far You've Come
Ep 08: When You're Stuck in a Moment

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In today's episode, we're talking about slowness and the power of quiet and play. Whether your goal is about productivity, choosing how to prioritize the moments of your time, or deeply connecting with other people, all of them have a through line emphasizing the importance of making space for stillness to experience a confident knowing of what you want to do with the moments of your life. By integrating more quiet and play into our routines, we can bring our best selves to our communities and the world.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How quiet and play can bring clarity, confidence, and deep connections
Understanding how the words you use can shape your reality
Practical advice on how to make time for stillness and play in your daily life
How reconnecting with childhood joys can help you be your best self

Mentioned in this episode:

The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness by Jonathan Haidt
Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown
Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... And Others Don't
by Jim Collins
Stanford d.school

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Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't

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Y'all, buckle your seatbelts because I have the most precious, brilliant, wonderful, heart-first person here with me today, Maggie Reyes.

Maggie is the author of the book, "Questions for Couples Journal," and in this episode, she reveals how concepts like design thinking and iteration can breathe new life into your relationships, whether you're single, dating, or married.

Maggie also explains how improving self-talk and communication can lead to personal growth and stronger connections with loved ones. We also talk about gratitude in fostering resilience and happiness within partnerships, and how one person's positive behavior can create a ripple effect of change within a relationship.

Tune in because our conversation will inspire you to bloom and transform your connections with those around you.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How to apply design thinking and iteration to relationships
Balancing influence and control in personal and work relationships
Reframing your origin stories to promote growth and stronger relationships
How one person can change a relationship using systems theory
Maggie's tips and advice for improving and nurturing your relationships

Maggie Reyes' Bio:

*Maggie Reyes is a Master Certified Life Coach and Modern Marriage Mentor who specializes in helping driven, ambitious women create their best marriages, without waiting for their partners to change or adding more work to their lives.

In her coaching programs, she mixes principles from positive psychology, cognitive science and simple coaching tools that you can learn today and apply tomorrow.

Maggie is the author of the best selling Questions for Couples Journal which has over 3,000 4 star ratings on Amazon.

And she is the host of the The Marriage Life Coach Podcast which is consistently ranked among the top 2 percent podcasts out of over 2 million podcasts tracked by ListenNotes.

When she isn’t teaching or coaching she loves obsessing over Formula 1 Racing, Bridgerton, reading fan fiction, sexy romance novels and watching superhero movies and Mexican Rom Coms with her hubby.

If you want to learn how to stop doing the things that poison the love in a relationship and start doing the things that make love stronger, you can find the tools to create your best marriage at MaggieReyes.com*.

Mentioned in this episode:

Maggie Reyes' website
Maggie on Instagram
The Marriage Life Coach Podcast
Questions for Couples Journal by Maggie Reyes
The Gottman Method and The Power of Storytelling

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Questions for Couples Journal: 400 Questions to Enjoy, Reflect, and Connect with Your Partner (Relationship Books for Couples)

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Imagine this, you're sitting on the couch, maybe you're reading something, maybe there's some music on, and all of a sudden you smell something burning. What do you do? Think about it for just a minute. Do you stand up and start screaming at the top of your lungs that we're all going to die?

No. You stand up and you walk around to go check it out.

Same thing goes for our emotions. When you feel something, you have to acknowledge that feeling, pause, and listen to what your intuition tells you. That ping, that knowing.
But we seem to have forgotten that. We don't use that spidey sense in the way that we could.

In this episode, I talk about how you can take back your sixth sense, and learn how to accept the information it is offering you, so you can make mindful and intentional response.

So, sit back with a nice warm coffee or tea, and let's get your spidey senses running.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How intuition can function as a "sixth sense," providing vital information about our well-being and environment
Strategies for acknowledging and understanding emotions to align actions with true self
Insights into societal influences that may discourage trusting our intuition and how to reclaim it
Practical tips for using emotional awareness as a guide for better decision-making in life
The negative consequences of ignoring or suppressing our emotions, which can lead to more intense and potentially destructive behaviors

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Many of us value creative brain space. It's the downtime that gives us the opportunity to think creatively, to innovate, and to reflect on what we want, what brings us joy and how we can contribute to the world at large in our own unique way.

If we don't decide how to use our time, the people around us will choose for us. This is exactly what happened to me in the last six months, by falling down and then picking myself back up again.

If you struggle with making time for reflection, or time to focus on the things you MOST want to do with your life, you're not alone. If you have trouble saying "no" as a way to open up space for the things that really count, this episode is for you.

What you'll learn in this episode:

The concept of essentialism and how it can help you prioritize your life's most important "hell yeses"
Protecting your time and energy for activities that are truly meaningful to you
How societal pressures, especially on women, create a voice inside of us encouraging constant service to others without expecting anything in return
Disciplined decision-making and understanding the original concept of "priority" as focusing on a singular goal
Insights from Greg McKeown's book "Essentialism" and Kara Loewentheil's "Take Back Your Brain" on overcoming societal expectations and personal limitations

Mentioned in this episode:

Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown
Taking Back Your Brain by Kara Loewentheil
Oprah's Super Soul
The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle
Ep 76: Glen Tripp on Imagining and Creating a Better World
Ep 72: The Freedom of a Hard No

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The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment

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What I want to talk about today is the most special thing to me ever, the best moment of my life, which was meeting my husband, and the reason this is coming up right now is because 14 years ago, my husband and I met in a very magical way. Today is our anniversary.

I wanted to tell you called how meeting each other brought us into awareness around how special it is that we have each other and love each other. I also want to invite you to apply what I'm talking about to any relationship, to any community that you're in, to any friendship or to the hope of new relationships or friendships in your future.

Because love and deep relationships are a core part of what creates fulfillment for us as human beings and is one of the best experiences in this life.

What you'll learn in this episode:

The joy of deep, long-lasting relationships beyond the first exciting phase
Treating relationships as special and unique, and not taking them for granted
How to experience feelings of shyness, adoration, and gratitude in relationships, keeping the spark alive
The responsibility and honor of being someone's partner and the mutual growth that comes with it
How being a good listener is the key skill for deepening connections in all types of relationships

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 55: Being an Illuminator
Ep 15: Listen To This

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I have someone very special on the podcast today that I have known for multiple decades and the reason why this podcast really exists.

Glen Tripp, the CEO of Galileo Innovation Camps, is the one responsible for me learning all that I know about design thinking, about turning ideas into real things, about failure, tolerance, and so many more that I talk about on this podcast.

It's like magic when different people get together to learn and make things. Glen and I talk about the big changes Galileo has brought to everyone involved – from the kids trying out their craziest ideas to the teachers who find their love for teaching again.

Come with us as we go through the fun, the hard times, and the messy but wonderful way of making your ideas real, all while creating a group of people who support each other's growth.

What you'll learn in this episode:

The importance of creativity and innovation in learning and personal growth
How experiential learning fosters a sense of community and belonging
The concept of "starting with why" and how it can guide you make your ideas real
The role of vulnerability and authenticity in leadership and personal relationships
How Glen led Galileo with his vision and contributed significantly to its evolution and success

Glen Tripp's Bio:

Glen Tripp has been a leader in the experiential education world for the past 30 years. In 2002 he founded Galileo Learning with the goal of using engineering, design, and art projects to teach innovation skills to kids through its day camps and after school programs. Since then more than 10,000 staff have served over 600,000 students across campuses in 75 US cities.

Glen retired as CEO after 20 years in 2022, and now serves on the Galileo board and advises education start-ups. Prior to that, he was a founding board member and VP of National Operations for Score! Educational Centers, an after school program operator.

Glen recently completed a seven-year stint as a Scoutmaster, and is proud to have pinned on 32 Eagle Scout medals, two of which were on his own sons.

Mentioned in this episode:

Galileo Innovation Camp
Start With Why by Simon Sinek
Glen Tripp on LinkedIn

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Everything about Nick is just incredible, y'all! From his job as VP of Walt Disney to his index finger.

My brother and Nick, had all these types of adventures and one of those led Nick's journey to a whole new level.

Nick is a cloud software architect by day, prosthetic finger architect by night. Nick's amazing story, started with a motorcycle accident and continues to designing his own 3D-printed prosthetic finger, which he is sharing to the world.

This episode is not only about overcoming physical challenges but also battling Imposter Syndrome, which Nick confronts head-on with all honesty.

So, whether it's designing a cyborg finger, overcoming self-doubt, or fostering a culture of mutual growth, this episode is for you if you want to share your amazingness to the world.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How Nick overcame adversity, including a motorcycle crash and losing a finger
Coping with and overcoming imposter syndrome
Nick's approach to servant leadership and leveraging neurodiversity
How obstacles can turn to opportunities
The concept of contribution-focused goals in fostering a supportive culture

Nick Brookin's Bio:

*Nick Brookins is an inventor and media executive, serving as Senior Vice President of Media Engineering at The Walt Disney Company.

Nick has worked a the intersection of Media and Technology throughout his career, with innovations ranging from 3d printed prosthetic fingers to technology behind the rise of streaming media.*

Mentioned in this episode:

Robert Greenleaf on Servant Leadership
Stephen Covey
Nick Brookins on LinkedIn
Danger Creations
Ep 01: You’re The One We Want

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95% of our thinking is automatic as a necessary function of the brain to filter through all the stimuli as we walk throughout our day. In order to function, we need to have automatic processing, and so that helps us drive cars and move around our day, because we have some things on lock.

Only 5% are real conscious thoughts that we're actually choosing.

When we have thoughts that are creating results in our life that are not helpful, we can do some work to trade them out with a thought that is more helpful.

Today, we're talking about thought trades, and this episode today is sort of a refresh and a deep dive into a whole list of quick examples that are illustrative of the model from previous episodes.

The world can't validate our ideas because our ideas are only inside us at first. It doesn't matter what anybody else thinks. There's just you in the world with your big, beautiful ideas that we cannot wait to hear about and to see.

What you'll learn in this episode:

The transformative power of thought management in daily life
How to manage automatic negative thought patterns that guide actions
Practical examples of 'thought trades'
The model of circumstances, thoughts, feelings, actions, and results in shaping reality
Strategies for enhancing emotional intelligence and navigating moods

Mentioned in this episode:

Glenn Tripp
Eckhart Tolle
Maggie Reyes
Ep 18: The Tool that Changed Everything
Ep 41: Thought Management vs Positivity
Ep 37: Do Less

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I'm sure everybody has that experience when you're triggered or when you have a really strong emotion, you think you are that feeling. And that really happens for all of us.

When we are turning an idea into a real thing, we are going to experience all different emotions whenever that goal is something that's challenging and new. We're going to have to allow uncomfortable feelings, and feelings might pop up that are real, wild and that flood us.

In this episode, I'm going to give you three tools for how you can go deeper in allowing a feeling but not merging with it or blending with it.

Sit down with me today and let's make our ideas into real things that bloom the world.

What you'll learn in this episode:

The importance of having a clear mission, values, and vision for growth
How to identify and align your life's purpose with your daily actions
Tools for managing strong emotions during change or challenges
How to transform our emotional data into actionable insights instead of being driven by them

Mentioned in this episode:

Richard Schwartz
Eckhart Tolle

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Here's the thing, every time you say yes to something, it means you're saying no to everything else. That is how we turn those shimmering ideas into concrete realities, by setting boundaries.

In this episode, we will talk about the concept of a "hard no" and how this clear, compassionate form of rejection can keep us aligned with our goals.

Where's your hard no, where's your hell yes? The better you get at recognizing them, the better life becomes and the better you'll get at following through on making your ideas real.

Stay tuned and get ready to give the world some hard NO.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Recognizing where your hell yes and your hard no is
How to manage societal pressures and the artistry of making choices
How to develop belief in your vision
Why it is easy to say yes to the things everybody else is doing

Mentioned in this episode:

A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose by Eckhart Tolle

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Compliments are like beachside stones—lovely but we want to be able to have that feeling of calm and peace that we get from the beach, with or without the stone.

I use this metaphor to say that we can enjoy compliments that we experience, but we can't use them as a measuring stick for how we're doing.

In this episode, I'm going to offer you four different angles to look at this from. And then I'm going to talk to you about how we can follow our own hearts, to create new ideas, and to make change in the world by developing the tolerance to take compliments.

If you're ready to break the cycle, stick with me, y'all!

What you'll learn in this episode:

Strategies for maintaining autonomy over self-perception and life choices despite external validation
Why compliments and positive feedback shouldn't be a measuring stick for progress
Techniques for sustaining motivation and progress toward goals, independent of others' approval or disapproval
The role of childhood beliefs and self-perception in how feedback is received

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 68: Taking Criticism with Grace

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So, you want to turn your ideas into real things. I'm always with you on that! But this will require you to make requests, and when we make requests, we tend to do a couple things that make life a little bit harder for us.

In this episode, I'm going to give you a new process, a new way of thinking about making requests to make life a little bit easier for you. You'll discover the strength in clarity and directness, and how to protect your emotional landscape while you reach for success.

This is game-changing y'all, so make sure you tune in!

What you'll learn in this episode:

Why you should pair requests with boundaries
The importance of making clear and direct requests
Taking responsibility for our own emotional reactions to responses
Strategies for ensuring that you're heard and respected while maintaining emotional well-being

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 42: Boundaries, Baby

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Telling a good story has the ability to move minds and shift perspectives, and this podcast is a powerful way that I’m paying that forward each week. So, in the spirit of impactful storytelling, I’m sharing three stories that will ignite little “mood boosters” that I hope will help when you’re stuck at a low point, and lack confidence in the world around you as you go out there turning ideas into real things.

And what sparked the inspiration for this episode, was a chat with my podcast producer, Kara Gott Warner. She told me that she loves my storytelling, and the way I connect stories to the topic that I'm teaching and my ability to tie that all back to a transformation for you, my dear listener.

I’m am a big believer in generating the emotion to create the result you want in your day, in yourself, in your own system and in your life, and I think you’ll find my “emotional hacks” useful so you can make it a little bit easier to show up for yourself and re-wire your mood no matter what life throws your way.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How to empower yourself to remain resilient in the face of life's ups and downs
How to act as catalysts for a positive mood shift in challenging discussions
How to maintain emotional sovereignty throughout the day
The magic of the Gradients of Agreement tool

Mentioned in this episode:

My podcast producer, Kara Gott Warner

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We've all been there—criticism that feels like a knockout punch, leaving us questioning our path and purpose. But criticism doesn't have to be a synonym for defeat.

Today, I want to give us a refresh and a new four-step process to help guide you through taking any feedback gracefully and putting you back in the driver's seat so you don't feel like it's this tidal wave washing over you.

Whether it's a personal jab or a professional critique, we explore the importance of filtering feedback through an empowering lens, ensuring it fuels rather than foils your progress.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How to handle feedback and criticism with grace and resilience
A four-step process for considering feedback objectively and using it to grow
Assessing the value of feedback and integrating actionable insights
Methods for requesting and fostering more positive feedback in your relationships

Mentioned in this episode:

Brené Brown

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You have to give yourself the same love and support that you'd give somebody that you really care about, who has an idea they want to make real. You might not know what yours is, but we all have things that are little twinkles of possibility in our life or something we could do differently or something we could literally create and put out there. That's what today's episode is about.

I'll show you how to make your ideas real in a doable way, with the steps that it takes to turn something from this little twinkle of hope in your heart into something magical.

I want every single one of you who is listening to take your ideas, whatever they are, for your own life, your own world, your own family, your own friends, your own community, your own body. Whatever they are, nothing is too small.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How we all have little twinkles of possibility in our life
My recent encounter with amazing people turning their ideas into real things
Doable ways to make sure your ideas happen
Why it's important to align your actions with your values

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What does potting plants and washing dishes have to show us about slowing down and being more present? What's the dimension that adds more appreciate and joy, and what does this have to do with relationships?

In this episode, I'm laying out some ideas from my personal "idea factory" about what it means to create ground rules with a "kickoff"conversation or meeting, and how to set the stage for the questions you ask, and how to understand the communication preferences of your friends, colleagues and family members.

Tune in to apply these tips to your life— and send me a DM @the.bloom.coach on Instagram and let me know how they've made a difference for you!

What you'll learn in this episode:

The kinds of questions to ask for your "kickoff" conversations
How we learn and process information - are you a fast or a slow processor?
Why sharing values and communication preferences builds stronger connections
How to bring out the best in others and avoid actions that bring out the worst

So dip into my idea factory to see which ones resonate most with you. Pick 1 or 2 of the questions and put them into practice this week, then send me an email or hit me up on Instagram and let me know how it goes.

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What do you think of when you hear the word grounding? When you feel your nerves creep in, does it energize you or does it make it harder to pull off what you want to pull off? Are you absorbing the stress around you like a sponge?

If we think that we're not qualified or that we might mess up, let’s wring out that negativity together with three grounding techniques that will help you manage anxiety and boost your resilience.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Understanding the concept of grounding and why it's important
How to stay present and calm during stressful times
Ways to build personal resilience by controlling our emotional state
How to avoid absorbing negative emotions from others
Three practical grounding techniques to manage anxiety, boost resilience, and safeguard your emotional state

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Jeffrey Allen

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During a mountain retreat lunch, I received a piece of feedback that would catalyze a huge transformation in my life. It began with a simple observation—my use of the word “right” at the ends of my sentences—and blossomed into a realization of my people-pleasing tendencies.

Through my story, we're going to talk about how to reflect on your own patterns of people pleasing. And I will offer some tools that guided me towards a grounded sense of self-acceptance and empowerment.

So, tune in because we're going to unravel, this Big Bloom Energy.What you'll learn in this episode:

How seeking approval can make us act smaller than we should
The importance of speaking and acting in line with personal values
Acronyms that can help identify unnecessary self-justification
How our beliefs about ourselves are reflected in how we interact with others
Tips on positive beliefs to adopt about oneself

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One of the number one requests that I've received over the past few months is to share tools for making decisions, and how to break free from the frustration of indecision.

In today's episode, I'm going to share a special framework that will give you the clarity you need to break free from indecision, and it's a process that I personally use when I find myself in this confusing place.

Because, here's the thing... when we stay in a loop of confusion and indecision, we waste energy, time and resources.

So once again, grab those earbuds and discover the confidence of making decisions.

What you'll learn in this episode:

The consequences of indecision
Tools and techniques for effective decision-making
How to differentiate between good and bad reasons for making choices
Ways to align decisions with personal values and future goals
The value of committing to your decisions

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 12: Future Trippin'
Ep 13: Future Trippin' Part 2

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This episode is about the concept of "strategic optimism," but to create this, it all starts with love because optimism and love can be interchangeable, in how we bring our loving awareness to the way we perceive the world around us, and how that loving awareness is something that we cultivate in ourselves.

In this episode, we'll talk about 3 important areas which are necessary to cultivate strategic optimism. They are: the self, others, and the world, and how we can let love be the sunlight that nurtures every seedling of thought and action.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How strategic optimism and love can improve personal perception
The importance of nurturing a positive mindset within yourself
Techniques for transforming self-doubt into positive action
Insights from my personal journey on overcoming self-criticism
The societal impacts of pessimism drawing on thoughts from David Brooks

Mentioned in this episode:

David Brooks

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While I have done a bunch of episodes on "blue sky thinking" and "future tripping," I haven't really talked about a very straight-forward way to identify when you have a challenge in your life, and how to find a way to resolve it.

I'll show you how to start from the problem or issue you face, and guide you through 5 simple steps that start with the challenge to brainstorming ways to get to the final outcome you are seeking.

What you'll learn in this episode:

A five-step method to address challenges and opportunities for improvement
How to go through a quick process to get to identifying an idea
Setting clear goals and visualize desired outcomes for better results
Managing negative thoughts and maintaining momentum toward personal growth
The importance of community engagement and building connections

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 38: Retros Are Everything
Ep 29: Possibility Thinking
Ep 12: Future Trippin'
Ep 13: Future Trippin' Part 2
Guy Debord

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Today is a very special episode. It’s a tool that I use all day … every day, and it will help you to achieve any goal. This special tool is a way of thinking that connects to my areas of expertise in coaching leaders, and life coaching. It also applies to design thinking, to writing, to art, parenting and the physical body. It's one of those tools that will apply to just about everything in life. This might be one of those episodes you’ll want to put on repeat. So let’s GO!

What you'll learn in this episode:

My simple two-step process to achieve any goal
The "Outcomes Before Methods" approach
When we abandon our needs, we abandon ourself
How to find balance and take care of YOU first
Asking big questions about what you think and what matters to you

Mentioned in this episode:

Mimi Gordon
Dory Fantasmagory

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I talk a lot about turning ideas into real things and sometimes want to escape the part that's happening now because we think it's going to be so much better later on. This is what we call hedonistic adaptation.

In this episode, I give you three questions and a few resources to help you when you find yourself having a hedonistic brain, and instead being here now, in the dynamic presence that you are living.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Avoiding envy and practicing gratitude and contentment
How to notice when you are in hedonistic adaptation and what to do about it
Three questions to help you reorient your perspective
Article resource: Harvard study on happiness
Article resource: Predicting our future and how this helps us as we age

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 57: The Daily Resolution
Ep 44: Livin’ on a Boat
Dr. Robert Waldinger's book - The Good Life
Arthur Brooks - The Atlantic

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For many of us, when we get so attached to the shiniest, best version of something we want to do, sometimes we never actually act on it. So instead of loving the things we're working on and the work we're doing, we sort of stay in discontent with what we have and who we are.

Today's episode is all about the balance between possibility and presence, between holding a glimmering ideal in your mind, only when it serves you and balancing that spark of passion and excitement that fires us up when we do focus on a possibility.

Because that energy, my friends, of being in love with the world that you're actually in, is way more effective and helps you bring your ideas and love and the life that you want into being.

What you'll learn in this episode:

The balance between possibility and presence
Ways to overcome indecision and the search for the "perfect" idea
Holding a glimmering ideal in your mind only when it serves you
Why we never fall in love with the life that we're living
The concept that there is no singular "right" choice or idea

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 14: Look How Far You've Come
The Song of Wandering Aengus

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I love a good celebration. I chimed in the New Year wearing my red bell bottoms and danced my butt off and ... it's a a fun reason to glittery things too! But what I want to talk about today is why I don't make resolutions, and what's more lasting instead. I like to pay attention to the ways that I'm "life-ing" and evolving every day.

For me, it's an everyday practice, which I'm going to introduce to you in this episode. This is a process that creates space to reflect on how you did every day, with love and compassion for yourself, instead of all-or-nothing, black and white expectations which are never sustainable.

So, press play, and let me show you how to create your own daily rituals that stick, based on solid habit change science.
What you'll learn in this episode:

How to change habituated patterns and set intentions
Tools to evaluate your day: what worked, what didn't and how can you do things differently next time
Why focusing on progress is better than outcomes
How to celebrate the small wins
The number ONE resolution - loving yourself more

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 56: The Ripple Effect with Wei Wang

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Today I'm chatting with Wei Wang, who shares her experiences in my group coaching program, The Bloom Room. She's been such an inspiration to me and the group, and I wanted to have her on the show to share the inspiring work she's done, as well as her insights, and how she approaches everything she does with authenticity, generosity, and a desire to make the world a better place.

One of the big goals we worked on together was Wei's desire to make an impact, and she knew that in order to do that she needed to heal herself first, so she could become an example of that healing, self-possession and confidence that she truly wants other women to have. She wants to be a leader who faced the obstacles, made her way through, and continued to practice as a woman in the legal field.

Grab those earbuds, and have a listen to our insightful convo.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How Wei's story illustrates the power and value of group coaching
Why the true meaning of authenticity is transparency
The tool that Wei calls her "skeleton" to work through any thought
How through coaching, Wei learned to see obstacles as opportunities for growth

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 18: The Tool That Changed Everything

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We all have the potential become illuminators. What exactly is an illuminator you ask? They are those folks, that when you walk away from talking to them, you just feel so dang awesome. You feel better about yourself, you feel seen, you feel witnessed.

Illumination doesn't have to be the person saying you're amazing. Illumination can be the light of their attention and interest and they think of other people with tenderness, kinda like Mr. Rogers or Ted Lasso.

Illuminators have a deep desire to witness the human being in front of them with generosity, looking past the things that we want to judge. It's about having really active curiosity when we're witnessing someone else.

In this episode, I also share tactical ways to illuminate with someone else, and how to do it in a conversation. Then, I'll wrap things up by sharing some questions that you can use to create deeper connections with those around you.

Go light up the world if you want to.

What you'll learn in this episode:

With practice, everyone has the potential to become an illuminator
Practical advice for embracing empathetic communication
The "midwife model" of dialogue
How to create more meaningful connections by showing genuine interest others

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 54: When We Look But We Don’t See
How to Know a Person by David Brooks
Kaja Silverman
Ep 15: Listen to This

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Why is it so important to know a person? Connecting with other people is a hugely important part of collaboration. And it's really important for us if we're trying to understand what world we're putting our idea into.

In today's episode, you'll hear me reference a book called, "How to Know a Person" by David Brooks, who is a beautiful thought leader and we are going to talk about how to see others deeply and to be deeply seen.

Are you a diminisher or an illuminator? Join me in this episode to find out!

What you'll learn in this episode:

Deeply knowing a person for creative collaboration and personal growth
The power of visibility and its impact on resilience, growth, and relationships
How to read others accurately and become a more effective illuminator.
The detrimental effects of making quick judgments based on appearances

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 15: Listen To This
Ep 01: You're The One We Want
How to Know a Person by David Brooks

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What happens when an idea strikes like lightning, a spark of something that could potentially change your life? Lindsay Goldman, the founder of So Golden Medicinal Honey, joins me today to share her inspiring story.

Listen in as Lindsay shares her experiences in the Bloom Room, her doubts about her value, and how she overcame them to launch her medicinal honey product. This episode is not just about Lindsay's story, it's a testament to the power of belief, support, and taking action towards our goals.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How Lindsay turned an idea into reality with the help of the Bloom Room
How aligning actions with life's purpose can lead to a sense of freedom
The concept of "done energy" and envisioning your future self for motivation
The significance of community in fostering personal and professional growth

How to connect with Lindsay:Lindsay Goldman is the founder of So Golden Co., a company dedicated to providing medicinal honey products. She began her journey as a stay-at-home mom who had dreams and ideas incubating in her heart. Despite initial doubts and fears, Lindsay bravely transformed her idea into a successful business venture. You can follow her on Instagram @youaresogoldenco
Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 44: Livin’ on a Boat
So Golden on Instagram

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What if the secret to a more fulfilling life lies in the strength of your relationships? I'm dedicating this episode to the three most important skills you can develop as a human being. It is connecting with others even though they're different than you.

I'm going to kickstart this episode by telling you a love story and share the personal lessons that I've learned from connecting with one person for 14 years. I'm also going to talk about a thought leader who's doing some incredible research and work in this area.

This is a call to spread positivity and love and to showcase how stronger relationships can lead to a more fulfilling life.

What you'll learn:

How to appreciate the strengths and weaknesses of our people
Letting go of hurt and moving on together in a relationship
How to keep each other sacred in a relationship
Seeing the unique qualities in loved ones and choosing to make them our favorite

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 42: Boundaries, Baby
Ep 39: How America Gets Kind
Ep 01: You're The One I Want
David Brooks
George Bernard Shaw

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Crushing negative emotions seems like a daunting task, doesn't it? This episode centers on the self-fulfilling prophecies we create to evade these emotions, trapping ourselves in a cycle of negativity. As I discuss the different aspects of how this shows up, I'll also share a variety of examples so you can find one that you relate to most.

I want you to be able to see yourself in this topic so that you can have that moment where your heart and mind gives way and lets some new light in. Tune in, and let's go!

What you'll learn:

The concept of "failure prophecies" and their impact on achieving goals
How to navigate through negative emotions and reclaim personal power
The opportunity costs of action versus inaction
Confronting fears and taking calculated risks

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 23: Fail Like You Mean It
Ep 18: The Tool That Changed Everything

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There are times when life throws you curveballs, and suddenly, you're juggling multiple responsibilities while trying to stay afloat. This was my reality a few weeks back, when my husband was out of town, and I had to grapple with unexpected hiccups.

Amidst the whirlwind, I found solace in an unexpected moment with my seven-year-old son, which turned into a beautiful lesson about acknowledging our emotions and showing kindness to ourselves. During these trying times, it's easy to feel like we're not allowed to be overwhelmed. But what if we flipped that narrative?

Join me as we weather the storm together, reminding ourselves that it's okay to feel, to seek help, and most importantly, to be human.

What you'll learn:

The importance of allowing yourself to feel overwhelmed
How to communicate and ask for backup when dealing with overwhelm
Techniques for acknowledging and dealing with emotions in the body
Applying mindfulness and self-awareness to better understand and manage feelings of overwhelm

Mentioned in this episode:

Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown

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Have you ever noticed how negativity, like a tumbleweed, can grow and spread faster than we realize? Maybe it's a little cycle of complaining or victimization or just having our brain see the negative in things. It happens to all of us and it doesn't mean anything is wrong with you.

Sometimes, negative thoughts protects us as our brain is always scanning for danger and helping us survive. But, what I'm talking about today is the part of us that's unconsciously negative, and what you can do when you get into these thought cycles.

So, stick with me, my friends, and let's rise above the negativity and explore what lies beneath.

What you'll learn:

How complaints can serve as a tool for bonding with others
How to uncover the deeper issues that complaints often mask
Strategies to manage negativity when caught in its whirlwind
The four things complaints usually cover up

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 43: Affogatos for Girl Dinner

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Today we're chatting about belonging, and as you'll learn from two of my amazing clients, Sarah Ing and Meghan O'Donnell, you can turn personal challenges into opportunities for growth, and use them as light that heals the world making it a better place.

When you tune in, you'll also learn tips for measuring your own progress, and why you want to take a moment to pause, celebrate, and see how far you've come!

So ... get comfy, and settle in because you BELONG here.

What you'll learn in this episode:

What it means to turn personal challenges into opportunities for growth
Why it's important to honor your progress and accomplishments
Strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome
How coaching helped Sarah and Meghan have a sense of belonging in male-dominated industries

How to connect with Sarah:
Sarah Ing is a re-inventor! She coaches women in tech to ask for more and make their tucked-away-dreams into a reality. As an engineering leader and founder with a past life as an English-major journalist, she understands how to adapt and curate life. In her free time, she loves learning to hip hop dance, podcasting, and park sauntering. Find out more here sarahingcoaching.com or @sarahingcoaching.

How to connect with Meghan:
Meghan is a sports analytics and communications professional with experience working for ESPN's Statistics and Information Group, College GameDay, the Philadelphia Eagles, and her own draft analytics company, Character Plus Consulting.

After experiencing sexism and harassment in the industry, Meghan became an advocate for women in sport and contributed to multiple studies on the topic, including, "A vicious cycle: Women's experiences with hostile work environments in the professional sports industry" and "Scarcity and queen bee syndrome: Women's role in creating and maintaining toxic work environments in sport organizations". In an effort to change the narrative, she launched empowHERed in 2023, an organization dedicated to providing opportunities, mentorship, resources, and support to women looking to break into the sports industry.

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 14 : Look How Far You've Come
The Gap and The Gain
EmpowHERed on Instagram
Sarah Ing Coaching on Instagram

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

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Who and what are the things that influence our daily lives, and how do we stay in balance with the stimuli all around us? Our brains, bodies, minds, emotional experiences, and we as human beings are like "buckets," and whatever we put into that bucket becomes who we are.

In this episode, I’ll be sharing a few emotional release techniques, one of which is called Tapping, literally helping you to tap out heavy emotions from the bucket so you can fill it with something lighter and more joyful no matter what is going on around you.

What you'll learn:

How to manage the influences that fill our mental and emotional buckets
Balancing out stimulation with self-care for a more joyful and fulfilled life
How our daily experiences shape our mental and physical well-being
How we are influenced by the five people we spend the most time with

Mentioned in this episode:

Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend Podcast
Ep 46: We Can Always Do Something

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

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This episode, my friends, is going to be another one from my heart to yours where I get real and pretty vulnerable with my own story, because this past week I felt like passing a test in the University of Life, and my test was about speaking up when something is not okay. It's about using your voice, standing up and doing something.

Dissent is always better than going along with something that you believe isn't right. If you think something is wrong ... SAY IT.

And even though there is a lot going on in the world that feels overwhelming and wrong, you can be the most successful and amazing by standing up for your ideas and being authentically you even if it's scary.

What you'll learn:

How speaking up and taking action can be an act of love
Why everyone can do something to help improve the world, big or small
The importance of acknowledging harm being done
Going against the "norm" and standing up for what you believe in
How every action, no matter how small, can create a ripple effect of compassion

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 40: My Bloom Story

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
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Remember the day you found out Santa Claus wasn't real? I had a rather amusing experience breaking this news to my daughter, a story I'm eager to share. It might seem like an odd segue, but today's episode is all about inquiry because, you know, ask a great question and you will get a great answer.

We'll talk about ways that inquiry can change everything. I'll give examples and tips on how you can use it as a tool to make decisions, to mine for information and problem solve. Stay tuned because all of these things relate to turning an idea into a real thing.

What you'll learn:

Four ways that inquiry can change everything
How to use inquiry as a tool to make decisions
Why our attention is our most valuable resource
How you can use inquiry to turn an idea into a real thing
The influence of internal narratives on our perceptions and actions

Mentioned in this episode:

The Work of Byron Katie
Maggie Roach Black

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

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Liz Bauer is living the life that most only dream of. Her story is truly inspiring, and I know you'll walk away simply blown away by her. Liz is a past client of mine, and I stay in touch with her because I'm so enamored with how she lives a life sailing around the world sharing the ups and downs of this "livin' on a boat" lifestyle. Set sail for an inspiring voyage!

What you'll learn in this episode:

How boat shopping made this dream a real thing after 15 years of planning
How the whispers of "you gotta do this" crowded out the doubts
How coaching helped Liz understand her thoughts and separate facts from fiction
The payoff of letting go of fear in order to fulfill this life-changing dream

How to connect with Liz:
Elizabeth is a San Diego native and a mom of three. She and her husband recently quit the traditional life and are traveling full-time with their three kids on a catamaran named Courage.

Liz’s dream was to travel full-time AND sleep in her own bed every night. Her husband wanted to sail around the world. Buying a boat (and Liz learning to sail on the fly) was the perfect compromise.

Elizabeth and her family are sailing around the Mediterranean and plan to cross the Atlantic Ocean in Autumn 2024. When Liz isn’t juggling homeschooling or being an overly enthusiastic tourist, she loves to share her family’s ups and downs on her Blog, Instagram, and YouTube.

Please get in touch and say “Hi!”
They would love to see you out there!

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

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On a recent evening, I found myself doubled over in laughter with a former client of mine. We never would have been there if not for a single trick that made connecting so much easier. We'll talk about snort laughing, women-centric perspectives, and what we can learn from the girl dinner movement.

Girl dinner is all about overriding the voices in our minds telling us what we SHOULD do, and tapping into our desires and our wants instead. What can that tell us about turning our ideas into reality? Quite a lot. This episode explores combining ideas, choosing goals, and going for dreams that might only make sense to you... at first. Because who you become on the other side, is what it's all about.

What you'll learn:

A simple trick for how to make scheduling time with friends easier
How girl dinner symbolizes doing something for the pure pleasure of it
How to tap into the wild ideas that only make sense to us
How to think about self care vs body maintenance
Getting used to defaulting to non-male centric perspectives

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

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Today we are talking about how to be a boundary, babe. This is really nerdy of me, but when I was planning this episode, I got to thinking about how there are “boss babes” and “hot girl summers” and all these names for folks in general when you're desirable in some way as a person, as a partner, and as a friend.

I look for boundaries in everyone. I look for them in my friends, my partner, in my collaborators and colleagues, and it is a deal-breaker for me to be in relationship with someone without hardcore boundaries, because zero boundaries equal hot mess and confusion.

When our nervous system is triggered, the responses are: fight, flight, freeze, fawn, and flock. All of these are so valuable to understand because they explain a lot about our weird human behavior, and in this episode I break it all down.

What you'll learn:

How to deal with stress responses using boundary setting techniques
The difference between setting boundaries and ghosting
The role of follow-through in strengthening our ability to set boundaries
Boundaries are where you end and where others begin; they are the borders of you

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

JOIN THE BLOOM ROOM!
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Have you ever been overwhelmed by the pressure to maintain a constant state of positivity? Listen in as I reveal how I discovered the importance of slowing down, practicing self-compassion, and recognizing that positivity can be harmful when it causes us to dismiss our physical experiences and fail to acknowledge hurt and harm.

Discover how opting for the most helpful thought in the moment, rather than enforcing positivity, can lead to better outcomes in varied scenarios like job hunting, negotiations, and even parenting.

I'll guide you through practical exercises to unearth helpful thoughts in your own life and explore how managing our thoughts can lead to a more fulfilling life experience.

What you'll learn:

Why the key isn't to blindly push positivity, but to slow down
There are neutral circumstances in our lives and then thoughts about them
Why it's important to distinguish between positivity and thought awareness
Even in difficult situations, it's possible to find a thought that's helpful rather than resorting to toxic positivity

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

NEW GROUP COACHING PROGRAM OPENS SOON!
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A recent pickleball match where frustrations were spilled, a poignant moment at a music show with my parents that further echoes the power of being present, and the sight of an elderly woman in a wheelchair, accompanied by her twin daughters that touched us deeply. This is my bloom story.

Here, I illuminate the significance of understanding our brains and bodies to swiftly navigate through difficult emotions, making life smoother on a day-to-day basis. This is not just about life-altering decisions, but also about those little moments that make our lives unique.

Join me for this heartwarming episode, where we explore the power of mindset, personal growth, and deep connection in transforming our lives.

What you'll learn in this episode:

The importance of transforming frustrations into opportunities for growth
The impact of being present and cherishing loved ones
How to alter traumatic memories into symbols of strength and resilience
How understanding our emotions and mindset can make daily life smoother

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 18: The Tool That Changed Everything
Into the Mystic by Van Morrison

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

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Do you ever find yourself feeling disconnected, even in a room full of people? Does the rise of 'me-first' attitudes in society leave you yearning for a return to generosity and kindness? We delve into the growing epidemic of loneliness and disconnectedness, and discuss strategies to combat these feelings.

By understanding our purpose and values and using them to contribute positively to the world, we can tackle the growing wave of narcissism and foster more empathy and connection in our communities. So, prepare to join us on a heartfelt exploration of connection, purpose, and kindness in our often isolated world.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Setting clear boundaries to manage feelings of loneliness and disconnectedness
How to develop awareness around their automatic thinking
The significance of self-reflection and empathy in fostering positive change
Why is kindness in society connected to the increasing feelings of alienation

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 18: The Tool That Changed Everything
Ep 38: Retros Are Everything
Ep 03: Turn Up Your Desire
The Atlantic : How America Got Mean

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
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Were you ever caught in the eye of a hurricane? Not a literal one, but a metaphorical storm of thoughts, ideas, and revelations, all stemming from one powerful tool – the retro. We often get caught up in our automatic thinking, building stories and beliefs about ourselves and others that may not be true.

By consciously interrupting this cycle and reflecting on our experiences, we can foster a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world around us. This can lead to personal evolution and growth, minus the drama. The retro is not a tool to beat ourselves up, but rather a celebration of our self-discovery and evolution.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How to conduct a full-fledged retro
The benefits of reflecting on their actions, thoughts, and decisions
How retro can foster a culture of trust and openness to feedback
The connection between reflection and personal growth

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 18: The Tool That Changed Everything
The Work of Byron Katie

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
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Ever wondered if less can lead to more? Challenge your conventional wisdom this week as we unearth the power of doing less. I recount my recent family trip to the Sierra Mountains. It was a vacation filled with mishaps, laughter, and profound realizations. We strengthened our bonds and learned the beauty of focusing on one goal at a time, simply being present, and enjoying the moment.

Let's explore how doing less can actually lead to achieving more. Using my personal experiences, including starting my own business and launching a podcast, I discuss the importance of setting one goal at a time and the magic of consistency. By focusing our energy on fewer tasks, we can achieve greater results and enjoy our journey more fully.

So, why not take up the challenge of focusing on just one goal this week?

What you'll learn in this episode:
* How to create a repeatable formula to manifest our goals * The importance of doing less and being present in the moment * The art of being still and appreciating the journey, one step at a time * How doing less can actually lead to more

Mentioned in this episode:
* Ep 18: The Tool That Changed Everything

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

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There I was, nestled among seasoned coaches in a vibrant Nashville event, absorbing the ins and outs of the coaching business, experiencing a sense of deja vu, yet feeling the thrill of a new learning curve. Doesn't it ring a bell? Haven't we all, at some point, realized that the same activity feels different each time as we evolve?

Buckle up for this episode where I recount my learnings from The Mastermind event and discuss the four levels of developing competence. Join me in exploring the transformative potential of repetition, growth, and learning that I've unraveled during this incredible journey.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Levels of developing competence and repetition's crucial role in this process
The nuances of personal growth and change
How the power of self-reflection and choice improve life experiences
How our daily resources and state of mind can influence our performances

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 16: How to Try New Things
Ep 18: The Tool That Changed Everything

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
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Ever wondered how a simple question can spark a lifelong friendship? Ready to learn how to create authentic connections at events? If you're seeking friendships, you must be bold enough to ask for them. With anecdotes from my own journey, I explain how my childhood encounter on a school bus and a chance meeting in a grocery store turned into lifelong connections.

I also discuss the importance of forming genuine connections when attending events, sharing my experiences of connecting with like-minded individuals during the event in Nashville. This episode is a testament to the power of simply reaching out and asking for connections, a lesson I believe everyone can learn from.

So, tune in to this vibrant episode, as I share lessons and stories about the power of simply asking for friendships.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How to leverage personal strengths to forge stronger connections
The importance of initiating and asking for friendships
The impact of shared experiences and activities in strengthening relationships
The role of mental rehearsal in recognizing opportunities for making friends

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 12: Future Trippin' 1
Ep 13: Future Trippin' 2
Ep 18: The Tool That Changed Everything

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

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Struggling under the weight of your circumstances? I've been there too, feeling lost and overwhelmed. And so was one of my clients, who felt crushed by her present situation. But guess what? We navigated through it all, transforming her despair into hope and motivation.

It's not about never making mistakes, it's about getting up each time we fall. Here's to celebrating our tenacity to start anew, right from where we are, right now. The mindset, "right now is the perfect place to start again" is a mantra that can aid us in recovery from setbacks.

Join us today as we make sense of setbacks and transform them into stepping-stones towards success.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How to bounce back stronger after facing setbacks
Benefits of compassion over criticism
The significance of the mindset, "right now is the perfect place to start again"
The role of positive feedback and a supportive environment in overcoming obstacles and reaching goals

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

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What if the secret to a joyful, fulfilling life lies in your own clear sight and intuition? In this episode, I share my own experiences, like creating a playful photoshoot, collaborating with my friend Steve, and how these adventures unfolded from a simple spark of an idea.

We'll examine the potential influences that may cloud our vision, such as our motivational triad, our own programming, and the voices of others. Let me guide you on how to navigate these intrusions and tap into your inner wisdom. Learn to still your mind, access your subconscious, and nurture those intriguing glimmers of ideas that have the potential to blossom into beautiful realities.

What you'll learn in this episode:

The importance of tapping into one's inner wisdom and recognizing clear sight
The transformational process of learning to trust one's own judgment
Techniques to access the subconscious and draw on this inner knowing
How trusting your intuition can shape your reality

Mentioned in this episode:

Native Poppy
RX Bandits
Stacy Keck
Ep 18: The Tool That Changed Everything

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
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What happens when a 'weird kid' fascinated by science and herbs grows up? She becomes Jessica Davis, the dynamic founder of Edible Alchemy and Bulk Wholesale Mushrooms, who unlocks the power of mushrooms and botanicals and turns it into a successful business.

Jessica's story is not just about mushrooms and business, it's a story of courage, resilience, and the power of passion.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How Jessica learned to blend botanicals with the functionality of mushrooms
What Jessica did to face her fear of public-speaking head-on
Using mushrooms for health and understanding the functional benefits
How mushrooms can release ATP into our bodies and what that means

Mentioned in this episode:

Edible Alchemy
Bulk Wholesale Mushrooms
The Mushroom Summit
Umbo
Ep 18: The Tool That Changed Everything

How to connect with Jessica:
Jessica Davis or “Jessi” is a lifelong herbalist. She owns Edible Alchemy and Bulk Wholesale Mushrooms that make a range of products from functional mushrooms, herbs, and botanicals.

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

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What if the biggest roadblocks in our life turn out to be the keys to our success? In this conversation, we flip the script on the narrative of obstacles. We dig deep into the heart of challenges we face, encouraging us to embrace them as stepping stones towards our goals.

We've all got that inner voice, that spark of passion that lights us up - learn how to tune into yours and use it as a source of inspiration, and start seeing every obstacle as a potential strategy to propel you forward.
What you'll learn in this episode:

Embracing Obstacles: In this first step, learn how to view obstacles as opportunities for growth and progress and how to tap into your inner voice to propel you towards achieving your goals
Separating Emotions From Problem Solving: In this second part of the process, you'll learn the importance of distinguishing emotional reactions from the actual problem, and how to use the tools and techniques to manage emotions and rewire neural pathways, thereby enhancing emotional intelligence
Transforming Obstacles Into Strategies: In this third and final step, you'll learn how to identify obstacles as a means to move forward, and how to differentiate between challenges that present themselves as obstacles and those that merely trigger emotional pain, and instead view each obstacle as a potential strategy for future growth

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 30: Setting Goals that Light Us Up and Turn Us On
Ep 29: Possibility Thinking
Ep 20: Your Feelings Are a Superpower
The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday
Atlas of the Heart, Brené Brown

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

Atlas of the Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience

The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph

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It's not just about setting goals, it’s about achieving them. We deep-dive into how to break down your ambitions into manageable steps and stay motivated throughout the process. Discover the power of "temptation bundling" to get you through the necessary tasks, and hear about the significance of writing down your goals as a means to solidify your commitment to them. Tune in to learn, grow, and empower yourself with the power of setting and achieving goals.
What you'll learn in this episode:

How to fragment goals into manageable steps and maintain motivation
The art of transforming obstacles into stepping stones for growth
How to transform obstacles into opportunities
What it means to enjoy the journey of achieving your goals

Mentioned in this episode:

Carmen Lansdowne
Ep 12: Future Trippin' Part 1
Ep 13: Future Trippin' Part 2
Ep 10: The Good Day Spray
Imaginable by Jane McGonigal
New Scientist Magazine
Brooke Castillo, Founder of The Life Coach School
The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy
The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday

How to connect with Marie:

On the Web | The Local Bloom
Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

The Gap and The Gain: The High Achievers' Guide to Happiness, Confidence, and Success

Imaginable: How to See the Future Coming and Feel Ready for Anything―Even Things That Seem Impossible Today

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Unlock your imagination and turn your wildest dreams into a reality with possibility thinking! Join me, as we explore power of brainstorming, ideation, and the generation of ideas and how they shape our lives. From finding creative ways to spend time with friends without breaking the bank to launching exciting new projects and careers, we'll discuss how to embrace possibility and transform the life you're living today.
What you'll learn in this episode:

The process of taking a small idea that sparks your interest and considering all the different ways you can approach it
Focusing on the ideas that light you up the most, so you can turn your dreams into your reality
Brainstorming as a tool to explore possibility
How possibility thinking transforms a glimmer of an idea into reality

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 27: Bloom Your Voice
Ep 28: Ziggy Stardust Energy with Kathryn Morrison

So, whether you're planning your summer bucket list, exploring new career opportunities, or just looking for inspiration, tune in and discover the power of possibility thinking!

How to connect with Marie:

Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

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I recently experienced an intense event that left me feeling shaken but also reminded me of the importance of grounding and stress reduction techniques. So, in today's bonus episode, I want to share with you some valuable insights and tips on coping with traumatic events and how we all experience things differently based on our interpretation of information, past experiences, and more. Don't worry, I've made sure not to go into too much detail about what happened to avoid any triggers.

As we explore how everyone processes events differently, I'll share some practical strategies for supporting ourselves and our loved ones during difficult times. You'll learn about techniques such as box breathing, grounding, and even a unique trick to interrupt a panic attack. I also discuss the significance of setting aside time to process challenging experiences and how to request support from your community effectively. Remember to take care of yourself, and may this episode serve as a helpful resource for you and anyone you care about who may need it.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Methods for dealing with trauma and stress
Understanding how others cope with traumatic events
Tools to help you manage anxiety and panic attacks
How to lean on others for support

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 19: Anti-Anxiety: Stop the Bully in Your Brain
Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily and Amelia Nagoski
Reid Wilson PhD

How to connect with Marie:

Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
All Things Marie on LinkTree

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Ready to break out of traditional corporate guidelines to create our own rules for authentic expression? Today, I'm super excited to be joined by Kathryn Morrison, so get ready for diving in to her flavor of design thinking and a little Ziggy Stardust Energy!

Together, we show you how to trust the creative process and how to bring an idea into reality, and trust your own feminine leadership intuition to illuminate your own path.

We also dive into the mechanics of manifestation and taking action toward moving from ideas and thinking and making them real things.
What you'll learn in this episode:

Trusting the creative flow state
How to embrace feminine leadership energy
David Bowie's influence in Kathryn and Marie's lives
The meaning of "failure tolerance"

Mentioned in this episode:

David Bowie
Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert
Cheryl Sandberg
Sam Harris Podcast - 10% Happier
Lady Gaga
Bjork

How to connect with Kathryn:
Kathryn is an ex-tech worker turned digital entrepreneur who explodes her corner of the internet with equal parts cosmic rainbows and super strategic business building guidance. People come to her to build businesses that are equal parts intuition and logic, structure and flow, creative and strategic. Think like if a yogi, Lady Gaga, and Warren Buffett had a baby. You can find her at www.kathrynmorrisoncoaching.com or on Instagram @kathrynmorrisoncoaching, or find her on her podcast "Ascension Through Entrepreneurship" on your favorite podcast platform.

How to connect with Marie:

Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
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Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and Bloom YOUR voice? Join me in this episode as we dive into the power of self-reflection, share experiences of creating a summer bucket list with family and friends, and discuss how our words, body language, and decisions can shape how others perceive us.

Listen in as we explore how our words, body language, and decisions can inform how others view us, and how finding our authentic voice can lead to a life that truly reflects our values and wants.
What you'll learn in your episode:

How finding your authentic voice can lead to a life that truly mirrors your values and desires
Why the power of self-reflection can help you discover your genuine voice, leading to a life of peace and power
How embracing your authentic voice can mean venturing out of your comfort zones and taking risks to achieve true inner peace and power
How my journaling exercise will help you reflect on your values, desires, and aspects of your life so you can bloom your authentic voice

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 26: Why We Care What People Think
Ep 3: Find Your Desire
Get my downloadable PDF available on Instagram @thebloomcoach to map out your purpose, and other journal prompts to help bloom your voice!

How to connect with Marie:

Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
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I'll never forget the day in my teenage years when I was mocked for wearing shorts, and how that experience taught me how to stay true to myself and embrace my own authenticity. We explore the process of finding our true "yes" and "no", and learn how to communicate boundaries clearly, especially when it comes to pleasing others.

We’ll also take a look at the fear of rejection and the impact of our evolutionary biology, and how outdated survival instincts can lead to self-doubt and the constant search for external validation.

You’ll learn practices to help you identify and challenge your limiting beliefs, and how to recognize when you're seeking approval from the wrong sources, and steps to embark on a journey towards trusting yourself instead.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

How the lizard brain is always seeking approval
Why our outdated need for approval drives behavior
How to challenge limiting beliefs and uncover what's standing in the way
Learn practices to get to the core of self-doubt and why it’s there

Mentioned in this episode:

Taming the Mammoth: Why You Should Stop Caring What Others Think, by Tim Urban
3 Exercises to Nurture the Creative Spark from Julieanne Kost
Brené Brown

How to connect with Marie:

Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
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Ever felt crippled by self-doubt, even when you know you're capable of greatness? You're not alone. Join me, Marie McDonald, in the 25th episode of the Bloom Your Mind Podcast as we delve into the five main reasons behind self-doubt and why only one of them should make you think twice.

Learn why our brain prefers ease and comfort, and how avoiding pain fuels self-doubt, along with society's messages and past experiences.

In this episode, you'll discover how you can challenge those thoughts and break free from the cycle of letting self-doubt stop you.

What you'll learn in this episode:

A practical three-step process for dealing with self-doubt
Steps to move past fear so you can take action and achieve your goals
How to recognize the ONE reason we should let self-doubt slow our roll, and how to process it when it happens so that we can get back on track
How to make informed decisions that align with your values and vision

So tune in, and let's conquer self-doubt together, unleashing your true potential and making a real impact on the world.

Mentioned in this episode:

Kara Lowentheil
Ep 23: Fail Like You Mean It

How to connect with Marie:

Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
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Have you ever felt nostalgic for the present moment? Let's discuss how to shift our mindset from feeling restless and impatient to one of presence, appreciation, and love for what we have in the moment.

I share inspiring stories from my own life and from my clients, on how to be nostalgic for life right now - in this moment. To savor the simplest of moments such as smells, tastes, buildings, and fleeting family moments that you want to bottle up.

Join me on this reflective journey to learn to love our life, our people, and our spaces right now.

What you'll learn in this episode:

What it means to shift to presence and appreciation for this moment
How to move from restlessness and impatience to presence
The transformative power of creating nostalgia in our current spaces
How to nostalgia helps us rediscover the warmth of our memories

From childhood and high school, to your twenties and thirties, let's reminisce together and discuss how we can shift our mindset to appreciate the present moment.

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 20: Your Feelings Are a Superpower

How to connect with Marie:

Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
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Did you know that failure actually means you're taking action in the direction of your dreams? Instead of dwelling on past failures, learn how to use them as a tool to hone in on success. In this episode, I share the story of one of my brilliant clients who did just that.

I also discuss what it means to fail ahead of time, with tips to embrace failure so you can make it a powerful tool in your own process of learning, growth and innovation.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How to embrace failure with intention instead of shame
How to accept embarrassment and use it to become better
How to make failure part of the process of innovation
Why failing means we are taking action in the direction of our dreams

Mentioned in this episode:

Brené Brown
Ep 03 Turn Up Your Desire
Ruth Bader Ginsburg (RBG)
Stephen King
Albert Einstein

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Do you ever feel alone, even when you're surrounded by people? In today's episode, we dive into the concept of the "lonely crowd" and discuss how our ever-evolving technology and society seem to be pushing us further apart instead of bringing us closer together. Join me as I reflect on my first encounter with this concept 15 years ago, and how it has shaped my perspective on shared spaces and human connection.

Let's explore the power of meaningful connections and learn how to bridge the gap in our increasingly disconnected world.

What you'll learn in this episode:

The philosophical definition of the concept, "the lonely crowd"
How the further we get in evolving our technology and our society, the further we get from each other
How to identify when the lonely crowd concept shows up for us, and how to get out of our "snow globe" life
How to create immediate connection with eye contact and body language

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep 16: How to Try New Things
Ep 21: You Are a Lion Heart
Buy Debord, The Society of the Spectacle

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Society of the Spectacle by Guy Debord (1994-05-06)

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This episode explores the concept of lionhearted leadership and its three circles: leading yourself, leading others, and leading in the world. By falling in love with yourself, you can bring that love into your relationships and interactions with others, fostering acceptance and tolerance. This week, challenge yourself to step out of your comfort zone and bring your inner lion into the light, whether it's through self-care, speaking up in group conversations, or starting a community project.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Stepping out of comfort zones and the power of saying yes
Why loving oneself allows for more creativity and freedom
Increased self-love leads to more understanding, compassion, empathy and tolerance
The 3 concentric circles of lionhearted leadership: leading yourself, leading others, and leading in the world

Awakening your lionhearted leadership can lead to personal growth, stronger connections, and a more compassionate world. By embracing your emotions, saying "yes" to new experiences, and leading with courage, you can positively impact not only our own life but also the lives of those around you. So, take the first step today and start awakening your inner lion.

Mentioned in this episode:
Ep #01: You're the One We Want
Ep #02: The Land Inside
Ep #18: The Tool That Changed Everything
Ep #20: Your Feelings are a Superpower

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We're diving deep into the world of big, big feelings. I'll be sharing some wisdom about emotions that has consistently helped my clients find relief and gain a better understanding of how to process their feelings.

We'll explore the importance of understanding our emotions and how they directly affect the way we act and the results we experience in our lives. I'll also discuss the false dichotomy of "good" and "bad" feelings, and how we can open ourselves up to experiencing all emotions to fully understand what it means to be human.

I'll share 4 ways we usually deal with big feelings: ignoring them, buffering them, acting them out, and allowing them. So, join me as we learn to embrace our emotions, understand their power, and make better decisions in our lives.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Understanding where our feelings come from informs how we show up
How to embrace all emotions, not just the "good" ones
When we embrace feelings that make us want to run, they lose their power
When we can do shame, we can do anything

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Do you ever have that feeling? You know the one ... it's in the pit of your stomach, that type of dread that has you really convinced that you might have to run to the bathroom and throw up, or maybe you feel it in your head like hot and fast like a swarm of bees is buzzing around inside your head between your ears, or ... maybe it's more like a subtle ache.

In this episode we dive into the topic of anxiety and explore four ways to stop it in its tracks. We discuss the concept of how our brains have been wired to experience anxiety when triggered by certain events in our lives. We also tackle the issue of anxiety triggers and offer tools to help manage and interrupt anxiety when it arises.

From bilateral stimulation and the backward spin technique to tapping, these strategies can help you take control of your anxiety and improve the quality of your life.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How to remove triggers and see that anxiety is just a part of you, not your entire identity
Bilateral stimulation - to short circuit the "bully" of anxiety in your brain
The backward spin technique - identify the direction your anxiety "spins" and switch directions to change the feeling; adding a laugh at the end can also help diffuse the anxiety.
Tapping - an evidence-based way to interrupt patterns of habituated behaviors

Mentioned in this episode:

Melissa Tiers
Richard Bandler
John Overdurf

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It’s not too extreme to say this episode might be the most important one you can listen to. Today, Marie shares the incredible tool she learned from her coach, Brooke Castillo, and how it impacted everything about her life. She uses it every single day. She uses it with every coaching client. She's convinced her family and friends to use it.

The Model, as it's called, is both deceptively simple and elegantly profound. It incorporates centuries of work in psychology, human behavior, somatic experiences, and cognitive processes, and yet you only have to know five pieces of it. Listen in and learn how The Model can change your life.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

The incredible tool that Marie uses every single morning to re-orient her thinking, behaviors, and life
How a circumstance is different from a thought
Why a thought is not the same thing as a feeling
The most important thing you have control over that directs your entire life

The Model shows us how our thoughts become prophecies for what we're experiencing in our lives and how much agency we have over how we're thinking. We can't control other people, our past, the weather, the news … but we can control our thoughts, our feelings, and how we act. With practice, you're going to discover a whole new world.

Mentioned in this episode:

University of San Diego: https://ucsd.edu/
Brooke Castillo, creator of The Model and Founder of The Life Coach School

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When you tune into your inner potential, this is the REAL way to turn ideas into reality, but it can only happen within.

When you tap into your inner energy to explore your life's mission, you'll trust that this is the way to connect your vision, passions and be a steward to what the world needs in a way that is truly authentic to your own drum.

You'll also hear inspiring stories from clients who have successfully manifested their dreams by maintaining unwavering faith in their goals.

Join me as we embark on this journey of self-discovery and creating meaningful change in our lives.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How to discover where your passion for what you love meets what the world needs most
As you play with these concepts, ideas, and ways of seeing and being, everything becomes a little bit easier day by day
When you do things on the outside, eventually the inside has to match too, which is a beautiful thing about setting goals
Doing the work to love yourself, to inhabit yourself is contagious and so good for the world

Mentioned in this episode:

Frederick Buechner
Ep: 04 Meet Me in The After

Get ready to BLOOM your mind and delve into the power of internal change and personal growth to impact not only yourself but also the people around us.

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As you turn ideas into a real things, and you want to try new things, there are four stages to create any idea, in health, relationships, etc. You can learn how to take your concept to vision and put it out into the world. As you move through each stage, you'll gain awareness about your habituated behavior, and foster real habit change.

What you'll learn: in this episode:

How we can change our skill in relation to anything
The 4 stages of learning - from incompetence to competence
Progressive awareness as you move through each stage
How change becomes natural and spontaneous

Mentioned in this episode:

Mindset by Carol S. Dweck

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How do you listen (notice the question isn't "How well do you listen?")? In today's episode, Marie shares insight into the five different modes of listening and what they might look like in your own life.

There's no good or bad here. When we recognize some of our default modes, we can then play with them to strengthen our relationships. Not only for our loved ones and the ability to hear what they are saying, but for our own listening needs that we can ask others for. Listening is an evolving practice, so "listen" in today for Marie's top tips for improving your skills.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

Four different types of listening and what they mean
Why you don't have to take it all so seriously
Three actionable tips you can start today to practice your own listening skills
How to play around with the different modes to suit what you or your conversation partner needs in the moment

URLs featured in the episode:

The Good Day Spray episode 10
Walden Pond by Hendry D. Thoreau
Dr. Becky at Good Inside (Instagram is: @drbeckyatgoodinside)
Good Inside by Dr. Becky Kennedy

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Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be

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We've been talking about our future visions and leaning into the steps that turn those dreams into reality. It's exciting to follow that flow… unless it causes pressure. Or a sense of lack. Because we look at where we are right now and it feels so far away from where we are trying to get.

Marie's got some sound advice for you here: stop measuring your progress from the "right now." In today's episode, she's going to give you some options and ideas about how and where to actually measure your progress, which will not only surprise you, but motivate you to jump toward your goals.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Why our future visions might scare us and fizzle out
The best way to measure your progress
How living "in the gap" is preventing you from attaining the happiness you crave
Why shifting your mindset about progress can change your career, relationships, parenting, and life

The future is not reality. It's a project. And because it's not a real thing, you can't use it to measure your progress. Join Marie as she shares a different way to measure.

Mentioned in this episode:

Future Trippin' Parts One and Two
Dan Sullivan, author of The Gap and the Gain
Daveed Digs, played Thomas Jefferson in Hamilton

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In Future Trippin' Part 2, Marie expands on everything you learned last week in Part 1. Envisioning the future and what our goal for the future is helps us know where to take the next step.

It's not about having life all figured out; it's about living on purpose. And when you do, the data is clear: you'll start feeling more hopeful, determined, and in tune.

Marie shares four reasons why you're going to want to start future thinking, as well as a powerful exercise you can practice every day to engage your brain in all this juicy good stuff.

What you'll learn in this episode:

What it's like to think of your future self
Why our minds compare with the future and how to shift our perspective
Four amazing things that happen when you envision yourself in the future
A powerful exercise to practice future thinking

Mentioned in this episode:

Imaginable: How to See the Future Coming and Feel Ready for Anything―Even Things that Seem Impossible Today by Jane McGonigal

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Today we're gonna do some future trippin'. Yup, we're talking about your future self in this two-part episode, because it's a hugely important skill, both for turning an idea into reality, and when you're trying to bring something out of your mind and into the world.

The science is very clear that future thinking and mental rehearsal are good for depression, anxiety, heightened creativity, empathy, and overall well-being.

In this episode, you'll learn many of the reasons why Marie recommends that we think from the perspective of our future self, every single day.

What you'll learn in this episode:

The origin of how Marie's husband started the future trippin' concept
Learn a step-by-step visualization to engage your future self every day
How to set your big 3 future self goals
Why it's important to act and BE the future you in the present
How developing a future vision helps us see the timeline

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Marie stubbornly does what she wants and today, she's going to make a big ol' podcast about love … the day after the Valentine's Day.

On this day after, we don't have to just go back to everyday life. We can put love, real love, on the top of the mental inbox again.

Join Marie as she shares her Five Little Love Hacks that you can bring into your life today, this minute, and every day after. From the assumptions we have or the type of attention we give to the thoughts we choose, we can create more awareness, move connection, and a whole lot more love.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Five "love hacks" you can do today to change your relationships
How love is based on our thoughts about the people in our lives
Why the assumptions we hold define the relationships we have
The unique, easy-to-implement hallmark of really strong couples

Featured in this episode:

Tony Robbins
Gottman's Institute Love Lab
Terrance Real
Harvey Keitel

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Wife, daughter, son, father, artist, blue-collar worker, teacher, student. We all live in a variety of roles throughout our lives, using them as guides for how to behave, choose, and operate. How do those roles make us feel? And do we have a choice about what those roles really mean?

In today's episode, Marie digs deep into how roles get defined and just how much our behaviors in those roles are interwoven with our core beliefs. She also has two simple but powerful questions you can ask to help re-define the roles you play. Because y'all… you get to decide.

What you'll learn in this episode:

"Who says" is a powerful statement to call BS on societal beliefs
How the roles we play are intricately tied to our beliefs
Why our brains try to align our roles based on how others have defined them
Two questions to get to the root of your roles and what they mean for you
Learn about the "good day spray" and how you can use it today :)

Featured in this episode:
Trudi LeBron - Equity Centered Coaching

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Asking yourself good questions is a tool that we use in design thinking, and in any innovative practice that engages "possibility thinking." The process of inquiry sparks creativity and curiosity, helping us to break down the self-imposed limiting boxes, so we can ask ourselves high-quality, empowering questions that inspire, motivate, and point us towards where we want to go.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Why it's more helpful to ask your brain directed questions
The practice of asking powerful questions in your day-to-day
When you ask a great question your brain will give you great answers
Asking questions gives us access to innovative thinking on a higher level

When we are willing to ask intentional questions, we open the realm of possibility to shift and change what we want to contribute and create in the world.

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In Marie's last episode, she talked about how often we think we are our thoughts. In today's episode, she digs into that topic a little more, exploring how we can step back from believing those thoughts. We're zooming into that singular moment when you have the unhelpful, negative thought.

Whether you're getting up in front of a crowd to speak, preparing to launch your first business, asking the boss for a raise, or preparing for a big life change, Marie's unique Velcro Technique is the perfect trick to re-center. Not only that, but it opens the door to compassion, which is far more effective than the harsh thoughts you've got running through your head.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How celebrating your bigness has a positive impact on those around you
A challenge, or dare, to try out this week
Why we think we are our thoughts, and forget we have a choice whether to think it or not
Marie's unique Velcro Technique to un-stick yourself from negative thoughts

Featured in this episode:

Ep 7: How to Do Brain Magic

Your brain is there to protect you, to keep you safe, but more often than not, it's taken over and pulled you onto a detour that doesn't get you closer to your destination. It's time to get back in the driver's seat.

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We know that in order to stay physically balanced, we need sleep, water, nutrients for our body. It ensures our survival. But what we really don't learn are the fundamental ways we can make our brain thrive every day.

95 percent of the work the brain does is subconscious. Automatic. Efficient. What's happening, though, is that our brain is repeating thoughts and ideas over and over. Sometimes it's helpful … but often it is not. We don't stop to see which of these thoughts running through our mind are true and which we're making up. So, the way to bloom our minds is to watch what it's doing.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Marie's single, most helpful technique that changed her life
Why all those thoughts running through your brain aren't true
A trait that people who are successful in relationships have in common
Two powerful questions to ask every day to bloom your mind

Listen in to lucky episode seven and learn the one special technique that Marie uses every day; one that changed her life from the inside out. Once you incorporate it into your day-to-day, you'll find just how easy it is to choose to live successfully.

Featured in the this episode:

Super Friends article in The Atlantic

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As we journey through our lives and we learn to love ourselves through our high points and our low points, we are experiencing the "upward spiral."

This relates to the metaphor of a tree trunk. Think of how it starts in the middle, in a tight little spiral and it goes out, and each one of the rings that you see in the tree is a record of different season over and over again.

Our lives go through the same seasons. In this episode, you'll learn how to dig deep and ask the questions that uncover the upward spiral experiences in your life.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How the upward spiral helps unravel patterns that keep us stuck
How to meet challenges instead of reacting to them
To see that nothing has gone wrong when challenges appear
Marie shares her own "optimizer" tendencies showed her the upward spiral

The upward spiral allows us to meet ourselves with compassion, and be light-hearted and give ourselves grace for being totally normal humans in the world. We don't get stuck and stall out in those parts of the the spiral that are hard. We just notice them for what they are, walk through them and keep going.

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We know what we want. We see the change we want to make, but we just can't seem to get moving. It's like someone is holding down the pause button, preventing us from taking the action we need to get there.

In this episode of the Bloom Your Mind, Marie describes the three main reasons we stay stuck, and the steps needed to break through them.

The path forward is 100% within your control right now and every single day. The world needs more goodness, imagination, and creativity. The world needs YOU.

What you'll learn in this episode:

The big three reasons you stay stuck
Why we can ignore this idea of an "original idea"
What the world really needs from you
Two secrets for finding where to start

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It doesn't matter how big our goals and dreams are.

In the face of well-intentioned friends expressing their doubt, family and coworkers looking at you like you're crazy, or even the most supportive teacher asking if you're sure this is the right thing to do, it's easy to just get stuck.

To stop. To give up. But all of that is just a reflection of the before.

A reflection based on what is right now in the before. Now, it's time to shift your mindset into what will be in the after.

In this episode of the Bloom Your Mind podcast, Marie shares the three steps she took to change her beliefs and realign her focus; it comes down to being on the right side.

Listen now to learn how you can shift out of the before you're stuck in and believe in the after.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How Marie discovered two sides of change during grad school
How to generate belief in what you want to create or change
The difference between living in the before vs living in the after
Three simple steps to make your focus real in the now (for the after)

Featured in this episode:

Ep 03: Turn Up Your Desire
Wangechi Mutu’s Backlash Blue

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Today's episode is all about what YOU want.
How to want from a place that's your true desire, that's aligned with your values, and with who you want to be.

Many of us, especially those of us that grew up as women, are taught to fear our desire.

We may have been taught that we're here to serve the needs of others, to work, and say YES, and to focus on meeting expectations.

When we ask ourselves what we really want, and look at why we want it, it opens up a whole new wild, true world.

THAT desire can fuel us through any challenges, or opinions, or failures, to make our ideas real, and to make the world we're in look like the one we want, in the beautiful inner land of our minds.

What you'll learn in this episode:

In order to find out what we want we have to be willing to hear the answer.
These answers reveal what's solid, lasting and true for us.
We can want from a place of service and love. It doesn't have to be about us.
Much of what we want doesn't actually come from us, and in this episode you'll learn how to tell the difference.
Learn how to create a north star for your life; a sentence that guides your every day choices and big life decisions.
Learn how to play more, to unleash the raw, wild desire inside all of us.

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We all have the stories of our past, of our own lived experience, and of the legends that we inherit and hear from our family and our cultures, and we all get to decide what we make it all mean.

This episode is about the ideas we make real through tending our the land inside of us first. It highlights a story of the resilience of two people who built a house three times over again on the same piece of land where two homes burnt to the ground, because their interior land was so strong. This story is about their ability to be in a moment, to process their experience, and to keep going so that they could embrace the life that was waiting for them.

What you'll learn in this episode:

The resilience to go through many iterations of an idea before it sticks
Why belief is a daily, dynamic practice that helps prioritize mental resilience
The stronger the land inside is, the more the outside world will reflect it
Why we default to the familiar and less of what's coming from our own brain
Why true change requires the hard work of believing in our ideas first
How to light up the playground that's inside you

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Why do we care so much about what other people think of us?
Why does our brain work so hard to find the ONE right answer; as if there was one right answer?

Why do we stay stuck wanting the same things for a long time instead moving towards them?

These questions and more will be answered on this podcast, in the first of many weekly episodes that will deliver bite sized nuggets that you can implement right away to make life easier, to get unstuck, and to love the skin you're in.

What you'll learn in this episode:

Why each one of us can say, see, create, and be something that the world needs, that has never happened before and will never happen again
How to value our own voice, and stop apologizing for it
How to become part of the solution, instead of contributing to a culture that only values certain types of people
Why we should celebrate our uniqueness instead of fighting against it
How to turn perceived flaws into strengths to make an impact in the world

When we start becoming our own biggest fan, and when we start believing in ourselves and taking actions on the things that we want to create and do in the world, something magical happens.

Listen to learn all about what happens when you give the world more of what it wants...

more of YOU.

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World Spectators by Kaja Silverman

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Welcome to The Bloom Your Mind Podcast, where we take all of your ideas for what you want and turn them into real things. Join me, your host, certified coach Marie McDonald. If there's something that you've wanted to change or to evolve about yourself or your life, or ideas you want to make into real things, we'll do that one episode at a time.

Through the field of innovation, where people are using design thinking to turn ideas into real things that change the world, and the field of coaching, you'll learn to rewire your brain, accomplish your goals, love yourself more, and change your life.

Please subscribe and leave me a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and tell all your friends about it.

One episode, one week at a time. It's you and me. Let's go.

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