Over the last year, many of us have learned powerful lessons. And while sometimes the experiences that teach those lessons can drain us, there’s no better way to start off a new year than with a powerful mindset, rooted in hard-earned wisdom.  2022 is about embracing the lessons we’ve learned last year and walking with confidence into whatever this year has in store.  In this episode, you’ll hear my top five lessons from 2021 - I hope they’ll help you have your most peaceful and prosperous year yet.  Show highlights include: How to work through the most difficult stages of your life with this Buddhist principle.  (3:28) How to trust yourself when a plan fails and remain calm in the storm. (7:04) The detective work for treating the source of your pain (rather than the symptoms). (12:09) How having a guide brings more blessings into your life. (15:10) The foundational practices to protect peace (when nothing else works). (17:53)  ***DISCOUNT CODES, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Interested in coaching with Brilliant Balance? Schedule an exploratory call here: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Need a few moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Subscribe to The Brilliant Balance Weekly and we’ll deliver it to your digital doorstep each Tuesday: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

In last week’s episode, we took a whirlwind tour of the Enneagram and its nine types. You may have even found out where you fit into the Enneagram model (and what drives your behavior). But the gateway to deeper connection is in communicating with all types of the Enneagram. And you can break them up into three centers of communication - head, heart, and body. When you can listen and learn from anyone, patterns emerge. You understand how people thrive, connect, and work best. When you pay attention to what makes people feel most alive, deeper connection is possible. In this episode, you’ll discover the Enneagram way of connecting with others on a deeper level. Show highlights include: How to communicate and connect with your full self using the Narrative Enneagram.  (3:44) Why the Center's Approach enhances teamwork and produces your best work. (12:11) How to stop centering emotions around others and feel more connected with yourself. (19:45) How to feel more supported (and less overwhelmed by feelings). (23:30) Using Enneagram language to connect with others (while respecting boundaries). (31:48)  ***DISCOUNT CODES, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Interested in coaching with Brilliant Balance? Schedule an exploratory call here: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Need a few moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Subscribe to The Brilliant Balance Weekly and we’ll deliver it to your digital doorstep each Tuesday: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057 The Enneagram Personality Assessment: wepss.com Learn More About Leslie Hershberger’s Work: https://lesliehershberger.com/

The Enneagram is a model of the human psyche. It reveals what we do to feel loved and what motivates our behavior. The Enneagram uses numbers, instead of language, to explain attitude and behavior. Even though there are nine distinct personality types, one dominates each of our lives. It is our unconscious orientation that drives our behavior.  While you may not resonate with every feature of your type, when you understand it, it reveals how to become the best version of yourself. You learn where you fit and become closer to who you are.  In this episode, you’ll get a quick glimpse at the nine complex personalities (and I’ll share how you can figure out which one matches yours). Show highlights include: How to become the best version of yourself with an ancient personality test.  (3:26) How to tell if you have a ‘Type 1’ work ethic (with too much control and criticism). (8:03) The red flags that you’ve lost time for self care and turned into a 24/7 Helper. (10:51) Why you’ve never pumped the brakes and found praise in your accomplishments. (12:34) The Artist archetype for following your creative impulses and always leading by emotion. (15:03) Why curiosity and being hyper-observant has made you a Natural Investigator. (16:26) Why you’re afraid of making the wrong choice and always relying on others for support. (18:11) What your enthusiastic, energetic, and adventurous spirit reveals about commitment and routine. (19:57) How to tell if you have Challengers confidence (and the morals to follow). (21:39) Why Peacemaking abilities can leave you feeling unappreciated and overlooked. (23:33) The book for digging deeper into your personality type and what motivates behavior. (25:49)  ***DISCOUNT CODES, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Interested in coaching with Brilliant Balance? Schedule an exploratory call here: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Need a few moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Subscribe to The Brilliant Balance Weekly and we’ll deliver it to your digital doorstep each Tuesday: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057 The Enneagram Personality Assessment: wepss.com

The promise of a road trip is always exciting. You gather your favorite snacks and queue up a playlist, ready for adventure. But what you’ve envisioned and what actually unfolds can be two entirely different stories.  And when you’re on the road of life, it’s the same. So many variations are possible. But when you know the stretch of road you’re on, you can adjust your “driving” accordingly and feel a whole lot better in the process. In this episode, you’ll learn how to navigate four distinctive stretches of road you’ll probably encounter at some point. Show highlights include: How to prepare for the worst and work in any condition through the story of the April Snow Storm.  (1:43) How to savor the “smooth sailing” moments in life. How to tell when the uphill climb is worth your energy and effort. (6:26) What to do when life’s journey throws you into a blind curve. (9:33) The empowered U-turns for making life better (when we don’t want to be where we are). (11:14) What a road pattern reveals about the challenges and problems you face in life. (13:03)  ***DISCOUNT CODES, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Interested in coaching with Brilliant Balance? Schedule an exploratory call here: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Need a few moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Subscribe to The Brilliant Balance Weekly and we’ll deliver it to your digital doorstep each Tuesday: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

When December arrives, you might feel like it’s time to slip into your holiday role. You cook, host parties, wrap gifts, and plan everything start to finish. The days feel rushed and without holiday spirit.  It’s easy to get trapped in making sure everyone else has a good time. You always want to give, but are unable to receive. Why? When you don’t take time for yourself, the holidays become bland. You miss out on experiences with people you care about and get lost in the agenda. You plan the fun without ever experiencing it. In this episode, you’ll discover how to take your ‘Self Off The Shelf’ and feel the holiday magic more this year. Show highlights include: How to stop playing ‘Self On The Shelf’ and celebrate the seasonal magic this year.  (4:12) How to enjoy holiday baking with the Whole Cookie hack (instead of working hard for everyone else). (8:10) Why you don’t need to throw a perfect party for people to have the best time. (9:54) The two ways you can experience the most holiday magic (and avoid watching from the sidelines). (13:50)  ***DISCOUNT CODES, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Interested in coaching with Brilliant Balance? Schedule an exploratory call here: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Need a few moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Subscribe to The Brilliant Balance Weekly and we’ll deliver it to your digital doorstep each Tuesday: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

It might be surprising to learn that each of us has four distinct “characters” living in our brain. Each one experiences life through a particular lens and brings a unique perspective to situations we encounter. In this episode, Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor (yes the same one who delivered the now famous TED talk, My Stroke of Insight) helps us learn how to call all four characters into service so we can more fully experience each moment.  Learning to work with your whole brain helps ensure you can get things done, experience deep emotions, live in the present moment AND feel deeply connected to others. In this episode, you’ll discover what Dr. Jill has learned and you’ll get to experience her contagious energy first hand! Show highlights include: The notion of the 4 You’s (and how they miss or match your decision-making today).  (9:40) How to avoid being completely reckless or a total worry wart with your brain structure. (21:20) How to navigate through each moment and make wiser choices with the Brain Huddle. (25:04) The Push-and-Pause tactic for making the most effective choices in life. (32:10) How to avoid a never-ending work spiral and feel whole in your achievements. (36:07) Using the four characters in your family to strengthen relationships today.. (40:25)  ***DISCOUNT CODES, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Interested in coaching with Brilliant Balance? Schedule an exploratory call here: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedul Need a few moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Subscribe to The Brilliant Balance Weekly and we’ll deliver it to your digital doorstep each Tuesday: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057 See More Of Jill Bolte Taylor’s work: https://www.drjilltaylor.com/

Navigating the holidays can be a challenge. And while you may be able to avoid those “certain people” throughout the year, the holidays don’t always give you that opportunity. However, when you learn the skill of coping ahead, you can feel confident about your plan to handle holiday emotions so you feel less overwhelmed and more in control. In this episode, you’ll learn six strategies for coping ahead during the holidays. Show highlights include: How to pick your ‘Holiday Ally’ and get the support you need for festivities this season. (8:16) Finding balance between procrastinating and over-planning (while still being in control).  (9:17) How to avoid feeling stuck and suffocated at your next holiday party. (11:10) How to avoid touchy topics and shift the conversation with the Back Pocket hack. (13:00) The Grounding Strategy for staying in tune with yourself at busy gatherings. (13:54) How to take away your family party anxiety with the Journalist approach. (15:02)  ***DISCOUNT CODES, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Interested in coaching with Brilliant Balance? Schedule an exploratory call here: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Need a few moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Subscribe to The Brilliant Balance Weekly and we’ll deliver it to your digital doorstep each Tuesday: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

Having the perfect plan can feel like a safety net. You just know it’s going to  set you up for smooth sailing, so you feel fully in control…until you don’t.  In fact, overplanning can backfire…and when it does you're left with even more things to do, which causes unnecessary stress. Overplanning can block your intuition and keep your day from unfolding with the ease and flow you crave. In this episode, you’ll discover why some of the most productive people have started to plan less and what you can learn from them.  Show highlights include: How having a plan enhances your relationships and makes you feel like a better mom. (5:40) Finding balance between procrastinating and over-planning (while still being in control).  (10:10) The 'Top Three’ ideas for feeling successful and inspired at the end of the day (even if you didn’t do everything). (14:50) The Vacation approach for tackling to-do lists (without feeling handcuffed to the clock). (19:38) How to be more productive (and still make room for self-care) with a blank space. (21:48)  ***DISCOUNT CODES, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Interested in coaching with Brilliant Balance? Schedule an exploratory call here: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Need a few moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Subscribe to The Brilliant Balance Weekly and we’ll deliver it to your digital doorstep each Tuesday: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057 See More Of Mridu Parikh’s Work: https://lifeisorganized.com/

If you’ve ever felt like you’re at war with your body, you’re not alone. In fact, 97% of women report that they think intensely negative thoughts about their bodies every single day. We actually bond over this common misery.  And yet if you’re always treating your body as the enemy, you’re in for a rough ride. You’ll fight every flaw and try to tweak every aspect of your appearance. Which leads to nothing but more fear, shame, and stress… Finding peace isn’t about having the perfect body - instead it’s rooted in finding a new way to think about the one you have.  In this episode, you’ll discover the 4 ways you might be at war with your body (and learn how body neutrality might be a game changer for you). Show highlights include: How to stop hiding your body like a failed grade school art project. (2:55) How to stop treating your body like a misbehaving child.(4:52) Why it feels like your body is the playground bully ready to taunt you. (6:28) The first step toward peace when you’ve created a war time enemy with your body (8:20) The two emotions that stop you from feeling joy and compassion towards your body.  (10:25) The 5 benefits of Body Neutrality (and how it helps you notice your body without judgment). (12:24) One tactic to appreciate your body (when you start to feel those old feelings creep in). (19:00)  ***DISCOUNT CODES, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Interested in coaching with Brilliant Balance? Schedule an exploratory call here: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Need a few moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Subscribe to The Brilliant Balance Weekly and we’ll deliver it to your digital doorstep each Tuesday: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

Sometimes we pride ourselves on ‘caring too much.’ But making a decision can feel practically impossible when you are trying to keep everyone else happy.  And if you’re always yearning for approval, you’ll find it harder to make the right decisions for yourself. When you bury your own needs, you lose touch with the things that make you happy. Happiness becomes what everyone else wants. In this episode, you’ll discover how to figure out if you’re a ‘people pleaser’ and learn how to experience joy without needing anyone else to approve of your choices. Show highlights include: The biggest sign that being a “people pleaser” has gone too far (and what to do next). (0:52) How to stop trying to “outwork” the critics and feel content in your accomplishments. (5:20) How to escape the Vanilla Oatmeal trap and feel more alive. (6:52) Why having a Prickly Porcupine persona doesn’t keep you from receiving criticism. (8:28) How to stop being the Comfort Chameleon and feel freedom in disapproving decisions. (10:06) The difference between having real critics and projecting your own fears. (13:43) How to find peace in decision-making (when somebody you care about disapproves). (16:06)  ***DISCOUNT CODES, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Interested in coaching with Brilliant Balance? Schedule an exploratory call here: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Need a few moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Subscribe to The Brilliant Balance Weekly and we’ll deliver it to your digital doorstep each Tuesday: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

Everyone shuts down sometimes. Whether you’re afraid of getting hurt, want to avoid conflict, or are trying to protect your hard-earned reputation, it’s tempting to put on your armor and hide out. But closing yourself off is no way to live. In fact, when you learn to stay open, your life gets better and better. You grow, you receive, you deepen the connection you feel with others, and you live a more exciting story by having new experiences.  In this episode, you’ll discover how to get out of your own way and truly thrive with an open mind, heart, and hands. Show highlights include: Why being ‘plant-like’ opens you up to more adventure and growth. (1:58) How to become more open-minded and evolve your thinking with the planet Pluto. (6:06) A few Brené Brown inspired practices for taking off the armor and letting yourself be seen. (8:22) How to let yourself out of the ‘Monkey Trap’ for an abundance of wealth, love, and experiences. (11:11) How to have fulfilling life moments (when responsibilities and risks are against you). (13:56) Three ideas for finding your tribe and feeling understood. (16:16)  ***DISCOUNT CODES, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Get 25% off at Isotoner this week with code BRILLIANT25. (*Clearance excluded.) www.isotoner.com Interested in coaching with Brilliant Balance? Schedule an exploratory call here: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Need a few moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe Subscribe to The Brilliant Balance Weekly and we’ll deliver it to your digital doorstep each Tuesday: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

Momentum - like a ferris wheel - is a constant cycle. When you’re at the top, you feel a sense of fulfillment and like anything is possible. But when you lose that momentum, everything starts to feel like an obstacle. In this episode, you’ll discover how to work with the cycles of momentum so you can focus on opportunities and get back up to the top again. Show highlights include: The ferris wheel philosophy for getting to the top of your game (when life feels like it’s in a rut) (1:39) The ‘emotion-matching’ tools for transforming your obstacles into instant opportunities (5:36) How to tell if your activities are playing to win (or playing not to lose) (10:46) Using the ‘merry-go-round of momentum’ when your life needs a push (13:24) The Tony Robbins trick to keep the wheel spinning towards success (14:20)  ***DISCOUNT CODES, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Get 25% off at Isotoner for the next 2 weeks with code BRILLIANT25. (*Clearance excluded.) www.isotoner.com Psst… We have a few spots open for new coaching clients, so if you’ve ever thought about having a coach, this is your chance to try it on for size and see if you’ll benefit. Pick a date and time: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

New Year’s Eve is the most popular time for people to make goals. For example… the gyms are packed in January and full of motivation.  But by February, the crowd dies off. People become less interested and don’t follow through on their resolutions. What happened? Reaching your goals is about making better choices. And if you don’t understand the driving forces behind it, you’ll always get stuck doing the same thing. In this episode, Dr. Katy Milkman explains the science behind making your goals.  Show highlights include: Why improving your health, financial, and educational choices starts with death data (8:22) How to recreate that New Year's Day motivation and knock out your goals (16:19) How to avoid hurting your progress or losing any momentum with the Baseball Study (22:18) Why being lazier makes you smarter with these ‘default’ life hacks (26:25) How to work through tasks and make experiences better with the Temptation-Bundling model (31:13) How to keep the momentum and motivation going (when life gets in the way) (37:02)  ***INCREASE YOUR ENERGY IN 30 DAYS, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Psst… We have a few spots open for new coaching clients, so if you’ve ever thought about having a coach, this is your chance to try it on for size and see if you’ll benefit. Pick a date and time: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Join hundreds of women who increased their energy in 30 days: www.brilliant-balance.com/energy Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057 To see more of Katy Milkman’s Behavioral Science work visit: www.katymilkman.com

Feeling like you have to ‘do everything’ is normal… but it is also draining and leads to high anxiety. And it’s impossible to celebrate your personal wins when you never feel good enough.  That’s the last thing we want to teach our girls - and for them to pick up on. It’s not about being EVERYthing. It’s about being ANYthing. You don’t need to ‘do it all’ for self-worth. And it doesn’t need to be perfect to go out into the world. In this episode, you’ll discover the 3 skills a girl needs to overcome pressure and be anything in the world! Show highlights include: How to untangle yourself from the “do everything” web and enjoy the things you want (2:20) Why saying no and quitting things makes you a more creative, happier person (4:56) The Perfectionist’s Guide to starting (and finishing) things (8:48) How to survive a world of cancel culture through self-worth, compassion, and grace (13:18)  ***INCREASE YOUR ENERGY IN 30 DAYS, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Psst… We have a few spots open for new coaching clients, so if you’ve ever thought about having a coach, this is your chance to try it on for size and see if you’ll benefit. Pick a date and time: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Join hundreds of women who increased their energy in 30 days: www.brilliant-balance.com/energy Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

When it comes to accomplishing your dreams, you might not know what the first step is…  It’s easy to say “I don’t know” and make that the end of the road.  But what if “I don’t know” is a question, not an answer? In this episode, you’ll discover the three ways to use “I don’t know” as a question for the next step in your dreams. Show highlights include: Using the story of Midnight the Kitten to fulfill your impossible dreams (0:47) How to make connections and gather the right tools through the Door Knocker’s strategy (9:16) How to transform your social media into a source of connection (and get the best people to come and help you) (11:05) How to ‘walk the streets’ of Google and get the answers you need right away (13:22)  ***INCREASE YOUR ENERGY IN 30 DAYS, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Psst… We have a few spots open for new coaching clients, so if you’ve ever thought about having a coach, this is your chance to try it on for size and see if you’ll benefit. Pick a date and time: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Join hundreds of women who increased their energy in 30 days: www.brilliant-balance.com/energy Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

You need powerful language to command a room or explain a side. And when you don’t know how to make your point, you end up apologizing and underselling.  If you fall into patterns of bad communication, you’ll never make the impact you want in the world. You’ll only weaken your authority and confuse those around you.   In this episode, you’ll discover the 8 ways to stop weakening your language and have more power in your words.  Show highlights include: Why these 4 words soften your conversations and weaken any authority (6:48) The powerful language for strengthening an introduction (8:38) How to strip a speech of insecurities and explain your side (10:07) The most used phrase that takes away your speaking power (before you even get in the game) (12:35) How to avoid handing out ‘permission slips’ before asking the questions you want (15:00) How to stop underselling yourself and influence with authority (16:28) Why the ‘no worries’ approach lowers the power of your language (and consciousness) (17:48)  ***INCREASE YOUR ENERGY IN 30 DAYS, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Questions? Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Join hundreds of women who increased their energy in 30 days with our new 30 Days to Vibrant Energy experience: www.brilliant-balance.com/energy Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

Getting a good night’s rest makes every part of your day better. It enhances your mood, energizes your spirit, and gets you ready to take on the day.  And while we all know how important sleep is, why do we continue to struggle with getting a good snooze? When you lose out on sleep, it throws everything out of balance. Life feels overwhelming, rushed, and even the smallest decisions feel impossible to make.  In this episode, sleep expert Dr. Funke Brown shares how to sleep your way to a more fulfilling (and healthier) life today. Show highlights include: How to enhance your mood, health, and decision-making skills with the right way to sleep (8:39) The ‘memory bank’ hack for overcoming bedtime resistance (and raising better students) (11:38) How to fall asleep with ease when your mind is racing (and life feels out of control) (17:25) How to rebalance your sleep drive for a better quality snooze (21:07) Why taking a nap makes you better at your talents (25:24) The three things your bedroom needs for the highest quality of sleep (29:11)  ***INCREASE YOUR ENERGY IN 30 DAYS, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Questions? Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Join hundreds of women who increased their energy in 30 days with our new 30 Days to Vibrant Energy experience: www.brilliant-balance.com/energy Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

You know that a good day starts with a good morning. But it only takes one missing shoe to throw off the entire flow of those early hours… Perfect mornings aren’t about being mistake-free. They are about handling things that come your way (while having enough time to get out the door).  In this episode, you’ll discover the three keys to feeling calmer, in control, and on top of things in the morning.  Show highlights include: Why a morning of smooth sailing starts with these three tasks the night before (4:20) Using Operation Notepad to optimize and execute your perfect morning (9:58) How to avoid free-falling through your morning tasks with these ready-to-go essentials (12:18) Why planning your morning around ‘Murphy’s Law of Parenting’ makes you calmer (16:23)  ***INCREASE YOUR ENERGY IN 30 DAYS, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Questions? Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Join hundreds of women who increased their energy in 30 days with our new 30 Days to Vibrant Energy experience: www.brilliant-balance.com/energy Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

When you’re asked about your dreams, does it feel like a question of the past? You’ve had your dreams, made life decisions, and closed off the rest. But dreams don’t only belong to kids! And they offer more to adults than ‘fantasy.’ Dreams inspire you, guide you to a greater purpose, and propel you forward. In this episode, you’ll discover why dreaming as an adult leads to your most impactful and creative life yet. Show highlights include: How to escape the “lather, rinse, repeat” cycle of life and chase after your unique dreams (3:48) Why it’s better to go with a bad idea than the fear of your first step (7:02) Why dreaming bigger is a life force for Moms (and grounded in gratitude) (8:00) How to transform couch potato energy into the ‘get up and go’ magic for chasing your dreams (11:30) How to turn envious observations into a dream you own (13:10) The ‘creative juice’ categories for people who say they don’t have any dreams (15:20) How to bring dreams to life (and share them with the world) (17:15)  ***INCREASE YOUR ENERGY IN 30 DAYS, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Questions? Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Join hundreds of women who increased their energy in 30 days with our new 30 Days to Vibrant Energy experience: www.brilliant-balance.com/energy Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

Thank you for being a loyal podcast listener and helping us get to our 200th episode! To honor this milestone, we’re flipping the script and answering YOUR important questions about living a brilliant and balanced life!  Show highlights include: How to ‘tip the scale’ toward personal development (when all you do is work for other people) (3:45) The threshold rituals for making family time magical and being more present (8:15) The energy formula for getting out of your workout slump and feeling invigorated for the day (12:30) Choosing between a morning ritual or an evening wind down (and the difference between the two) (18:55) How to avoid the ‘crash and burn’ of a busy lifestyle and build recovery into your everyday life (21:36) How to build financial security when dollars are limiting (and goals feel unreachable) (26:39)  ***INCREASE YOUR ENERGY IN 30 DAYS, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Questions? Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Join hundreds of women who increased their energy in 30 days with our new 30 Days to Vibrant Energy experience: www.brilliant-balance.com/energy Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

It doesn’t come as a surprise that most people want control in their lives, but the desire for it feeds anxiety.  When you can’t control your environment, you get a gut feeling that something is wrong. It keeps you trapped and in fear of making a move. But if you’re too focused on what you can’t control, the opportunities for what you can are gone. In this episode, you’ll learn how to loosen the grips on life and accept uncertainty for a new level of freedom.  Show highlights  include: How to stop demonizing your anxiety for a safer environment today (8:20) The most common anxiety disorders (15:19) How to let go of control and get in tune with your environment with the Evolutionary Perspective (19:55) How to accept things you can’t change and let go of the suffering with the Marsha Linehan formula (22:42) The T.I.P.P. Way to cope through your next anxious moment (25:11) A mindful approach to feeling safer in the world and getting excited about new experiences (27:57) The surprising indicator that you’re ready to seek help (and the first steps in getting there) (29:40)  ***INCREASE YOUR ENERGY IN 30 DAYS, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Questions? Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Join hundreds of women who increased their energy in 30 days with our new 30 Days to Vibrant Energy experience: www.brilliant-balance.com/energy Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057 Dr. Nathan Fite’s Work: https://cincinnatianxietycenter.com

A majority of people feel the need to “hide” parts of their identity at work. They downplay their life, avoid personal questions, and get too wrapped up in projects.  But hiding who you are at work takes a lot of time and energy. In this episode, you’ll discover why showing up with your “whole self” at the office creates the most opportunities and connections in your career. Show highlights include: The “I Promise” exercises for strengthening connections outside of work and getting everyone on the same page (0:52) The icebreaker question for pushing past workplace barriers and getting teammates to show up authentically (3:57) Why talking about your personal life at work makes you a more effective team player (5:45) How to get over your fears of opening up for the opportunities that get you seen and heard at work (9:47) Why being a fully committed ‘work robot’ leaves you exhausted, distracted, and with an uninspired team (14:12) How to find more connections and conversations in your workplace today (20:02)  ***INCREASE YOUR ENERGY IN 30 DAYS, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Questions? Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Join hundreds of women who increased their energy in 30 days with our new 30 Days to Vibrant Energy experience: www.brilliant-balance.com/energy Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

Managing your emotions isn’t a natural concept. It takes practice and commitment. And even when you take the high road, you might not get the response you want. But emotional maturity is more than asserting yourself. It’s about getting back in control over how you feel. So that no matter what anyone does, you’re always elevating the conversation. In this episode, you’ll discover the five keys to elevating your emotional maturity today.  Show highlights include: How emotional maturity makes you a more respected leader (and better friend) (4:56) Why the crime rate would plummet with this mature and evolved response to anger (5:55) How to avoid the ‘sideways glance’ and find happiness in every interaction (10:04) How to have the courageous conversations that get you everything you want (14:03) How to ‘reverse-engineer’ your unstable emotions and feel more control in the moment (17:11) The Equal and Opposite Principle for maintaining your emotions through any obstacle (21:58)  ***INCREASE YOUR ENERGY IN 30 DAYS, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Questions? Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Join hundreds of women who increased their energy in 30 days with our new 30 Days to Vibrant Energy experience: www.brilliant-balance.com/energy Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

Whether it’s related to work or something personal, we’ve all felt like we’re swimming with our heads underwater.  You can only hold your breath for so long. Coming up for air is the only way to live a life with joy (and recover to take on the day).  The times you think you can’t take a break are usually when you need to take one the most.  In this episode, you’ll discover why coming up for air is essential to your soul (and your life).  Show highlights include: The 3 times in life when you need to come up for air (1:27) How to reset stress hormones and give your body the ultimate recovery (5:08) How to stop the ‘atlas complex’ from trapping you in responsibilities (8:22) How to stop everyday stress cycles and push past your fears for a more joyful life (11:19) Why you only need 30 seconds to bring yourself out of a crisis and into a soul-enriching experience (14:22) How to find friends and resources for navigating through any struggle (22:04)  ***A NEW 30 DAY PROGRAM TO INCREASE YOUR ENERGY, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Join hundreds of women who increased their energy in 30 days with our new 30 Days to Vibrant Energy experience: www.brilliant-balance.com/energy Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

It’s easy to forget who you are in a world full of social pressure. But if you can’t overcome a fear of judgment, you won’t do the things you’re drawn to. And if you suppress your true nature, life starts to feel miserable. Integrity is about getting in tune with the truth and doing things with purpose. The more integrity you have, the closer you are to your true self. In this episode, Dr. Martha Beck shares the path of integrity in finding who you really are (and feeling whole again). Show highlights include: How to avoid social pressure and emotional trauma with the ‘true self’ rumble strips (5:02) Why living with more bliss, meaning, and purpose starts in Dante’s Dark Wood of Error (9:03) The ‘middle-of-the-night’ move for finding your soul guide (and learning as much as you can) (15:02) How to live an honest life and inspire your loved ones with the Plexiglass Glance (21:26) Why answering these three questions takes you to better places and makes you feel greater in your skin (25:22)  ***A NEW 30 DAY PROGRAM TO INCREASE YOUR ENERGY, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Join hundreds of women who increased their energy in 30 days with our new 30 Days to Vibrant Energy experience: www.brilliant-balance.com/energy Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057 Learn more about Martha Beck and finding the path to your true self: https://marthabeck.com/

If you are stuck doing the same thing every day, life gets stagnant. You start to feel drained, unmotivated, and without options.  But unhappy circumstances won’t change unless you do. In fact, you might even be standing in your own way. In this episode, you’ll learn why doing different things brings the most potential to your life.  Show highlights include: The ‘up-leveling’ strategy for getting to your goals (and always growing) (0:40) Why having a ‘board game brain’ creates more opportunities in life (5:56) How to stop struggling with circumstances and take your potential to the next level (9:26) How to break risky repetitive patterns and grow in a better direction for good (10:40) How to cure feeling drained in life with a ‘wise talk’ from the mirror (12:34)  ***A NEW 30 DAY PROGRAM TO INCREASE YOUR ENERGY JUST IN TIME FOR SUMMER, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Join hundreds of women who increased their energy in 30 days with our new 30 Days to Vibrant Energy experience: https://brilliant-balance.com/energy Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: https://brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

When you hear the word ‘selfish,’ you might think of a person who focuses only on themselves. It’s portrayed as a negative trait that puts us above others. But being selfish isn’t as bad as you think. And if you spend all of your time focused on everyone else, you’ll quickly burn out.   You need selfishness to steer life in the direction you want, create better relationships, and feel a sense of self-worth. An investment in yourself is an investment in those around you.  In this episode, you’ll learn how to be strategically selfish and why it creates a more meaningful and happy home life.  Show highlights include: Why being selfish makes you a more graceful, patient, and purposeful person (2:13) Why most people end up getting a compromised, drained version of you - and the ‘me time’ essential for revitalizing your energy today  (5:12) The selfish investments that add hours to your day and grant more family time (8:40) Why going to a Friday night book club or spending time on crafts makes a happier household (11:47) The ‘strategically selfish’ principle for investing in your best self (without feeling guilty or ungrateful in the process) (13:35)  ***A NEW 30 DAY PROGRAM TO INCREASE YOUR ENERGY JUST IN TIME FOR SUMMER, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Join hundreds of women who increased their energy in 30 days with our new 30 Days to Vibrant Energy experience: https://brilliant-balance.com/energy Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: https://brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

Whether it’s choosing a restaurant for dinner or deciding to move across the country for a job, we face decisions on a daily basis. And sometimes those decisions can feel so overwhelming, you’d rather not make them at all. But the decision-making process is far more important than the decision itself. And if you spend your time continuously going over the best possible choice, nothing will ever get done.  By making decisions daily, you’ll feel confident, have more family time, and get closer to your goals.  In this episode, you’ll learn how to become a better decision-maker and why it’s essential for living your best life today. Show highlights include: Using the law of inertia to make quicker, more confident decisions (no matter how stuck you feel) (4:37) How to counteract the ‘five horsemen’ of the decision-making apocalypse and take action daily (9:25) The four steps to getting rid of ‘decision paralysis’ and making a choice you feel confident with (even if you don’t know the outcome yet) (16:15) How to use decision-making daily for more time, confidence, and freedom (24:22)  ***A NEW 30 DAY PROGRAM TO INCREASE YOUR ENERGY JUST IN TIME FOR SUMMER, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Join hundreds of women who increased their energy in 30 days with our new 30 Days to Vibrant Energy experience: https://brilliant-balance.com/energy Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: https://brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

Crossing paths with highly influential people can be quite nerve-racking. There’s a wave of intimidation surrounding success and social status, even if you’ve only created a persona of the actual person in your head.  Besides nerves and intimidation, there’s also a level of energy and excitement around influencers… but why? Is it the need to be seen? Or heard?  Or is it because we are entering a new era of women? An era where women are ready to act out of bravery, feel the power in their femininity and step outside the circles they run in for better things. In this episode, GOOP’s Elise Loehnen breaks down the intimidation factors surrounding people of power - and why embracing the experiences that terrify us most shapes a new era of ‘wise woman’ ready for the world. Show highlights include: How to have heart-to-heart conversations with incredibly successful people (even if you have a projection of what they are like in your head) (2:52) Why being “seen” by celebrities isn’t as fulfilling as you think - and the recent wave of influencers that have you embracing femininity and finding your power (10:04) What youth and beauty mean to a ‘wise woman’ in this era - and why learning from the past teaches you to live without regret or resentment today (15:01) How to bring a little bravery to your most stomach-twisting conversations and why being courageous opens the door to limitless opportunities right now (23:00) The ‘one-liner’ trick for striking an authentic conversation with the most intimidating and successful people (even if you don’t know what to say next) (29:45) ***RESOURCES, EVENTS & SOCIAL LINKS*** Join hundreds of women who increased their energy in 30 days with our new 30 Days to Vibrant Energy experience: https://brilliant-balance.com/energy Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: https://brilliant-balance.com/breathe Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057 Learn more about Elise Loehnen: https://www.eliseloehnen.com

If you find yourself fighting fatigue with an extra cup of coffee or looking to escape your day with a second glass of wine, you’re not alone. And while it can feel like life is full of one-time actions, it’s the habits formed daily that achieve happier days. In this episode, you’ll learn how to build habits in service of your long-term goals and reclaim control over the life you want (instead of feeling victimized and fatigued by the life you have). Show highlights include: Why Netflix, cocktails, and pushing the snooze button don’t help you escape from life’s troubles - and the habits for making your days stress-free (4:38) How to stop feeling ‘wired and tired’ throughout your days for a life that is constantly energized and inspired (9:47) The “why” strategy of creating a life you don’t need an escape from (13:40) How to ‘inception’ your way through making better choices and spend time on the things you want (16:11) ***RESOURCES, EVENTS & SOCIAL LINKS*** Join hundreds of women who increased their energy in 30 days with our new 30 Days to Vibrant Energy experience: https://brilliant-balance.com/energy Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: https://brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

Many of us have a love-hate relationship with to-do lists. While some people live through having one, others cringe at the sight of it. And right when you check off a box on your list, it feels like three more things are added. How can you find happiness and family time under the weight of an ever-growing list? In this episode, you’ll learn how to create much-needed breathing room on a never-ending to-do list, and why tackling your tasks doesn’t happen all at once (but in small, victorious steps).  Show highlights include: Why adulting and to-do lists instantly give you ‘summer nostalgia’ and how to embrace life youthfully (even when there are a dozen things on your plate) (2:54) Why being a ‘people pleaser’ manipulates your list of things to do and the one-word trick for curating a shorter list instantly (9:43) How to ditch the poor planning and post-it notes for a stress-free, orderly to-do list (that has a place for everything and everything in its place) (10:53) How to accomplish tasks in a timely, confident manner (without sacrificing family time or mental freedom) (12:58) What the ‘worry box’ means for your list of things undone - and how to give yourself permission for a fresh start every day (15:29) ***FREE RESOURCES & SOCIAL LINKS*** Feel super busy and burned out? Join our FREE workshop on June 10: https://brilliant-balance.com/workshop Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: https://brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

We all have a list of excuses, but what’s the real reason you keep standing in your own way? And how do you stop stalling to let the adventure of life unfold? No matter how much fear and discomfort a decision holds, pushing past your comfort zone to accomplish something far outweighs the rest. In this episode, you’ll learn how to overcome resistance and stop stalling for a more adventurous and fulfilling life - even if you can’t see the big picture yet. Show highlights include: How to silence your “what will people think” demon and make the moves that feel most authentic to you (3:30) What an ‘empty plate’ really looks like - and why creating space for the things you want starts today (5:40) Why waiting to make a decision steals years off your success (and how to get the push you need to do something now) (8:40) How to get rid of the ‘crystal ball’ mentality and sit happily in your decisions (even if you’re uncertain of what they hold) (11:33) ***FREE EVENTS, RESOURCES & SOCIAL LINKS*** Feel super busy and burned out? Join our FREE workshop on June 10: https://brilliant-balance.com/workshop Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: https://brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

There’s a wave of frustration you might feel when running an errand or grabbing groceries. These tasks sometimes seem impossible to do, no matter how easy they should theoretically be.  But dismissing how stuck you feel when it comes to the simple things doesn’t make the frustrating feelings go away. And it certainly doesn’t lighten the load you carry.  In this episode, you’ll learn how to take the pressure out of doing everyday tasks when life feels chaotic and unmanageable. Show highlights include: Why feeling like you “just can’t handle anything” is similar to your gym workout (and how to build the muscle mass for doing more) (0:47) What to do when the ‘element of surprise’ ruins your day plans - and the two tools you need to readjust accordingly and rationally (2:38) How to stop feeling an unbearable amount of weight in your everyday tasks and start feeling more joy and relaxation in the moment (6:31) What to do when you’ve taken on too many responsibilities (and why trying to be the hero 24/7 only gets in your way) (10:46) ***FREE RESOURCES & SOCIAL LINKS*** Need a few mini moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: https://brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

Feel like you’re rushing through each day and always stuck in the middle of a flurry of activity? You’re not alone. And with the constant need to get things done, you’ll only bulldoze through the sweet and silly moments you crave in life.  It’s not “more time” that you need, it’s more presence. Being fully present is about finding joy with what’s right in front of you - no matter what’s on your to-do list. In this episode, you’ll learn how to slow down, even with a stressed-out schedule, and find the deep joy that comes with acknowledging what’s happening right now. Show highlights include: Why you aren’t feeling heard in your everyday interactions and how to have the mindful conversations that matter (0:45) The two thoughts disrupting your family time, and how to find bliss and connection in each moment (5:02) What a zen environment really looks like, and why your perception of creating one for the ‘present moment’ feels impossible (9:01) The “mindful coffee” trick for protecting a peaceful space, getting more tasks done, and enjoying each moment as it arrives (14:36) ***FREE RESOURCES & SOCIAL LINKS*** Need a few mini moments of peace right about now? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation for Working Moms: https://brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

As you get older, you start experiencing a range of mental and physical changes. Whether it’s a little extra weight you’ve never noticed before or a transition into menopause, it can become stressful when you don’t know what’s natural and what’s in your control.  But if you understand how to nurture your mind and body throughout the years, life only feels more youthful. In this episode, women’s health professional Dr. Diane Downing shares the self-care practices you can use for aging gracefully and how to find more freedom, wisdom, and happiness in the years ahead. Show highlights include: The ‘Canyon Ranch’ philosophy for being the healthiest you—no matter what your age is (6:09) Why setting boundaries and telling people ‘no’ is the first step to embracing your age (12:57) How to turn off your brain at night and get the sleep that promotes your immune system and revitalizes your energy (17:27 ) How to find pleasure in the practices that are good for your mind, body, and spirit, and stop normalizing the stress you feel about the future (21:29) What native cultures reveal about the beauty of aging—and why each year brings you more wisdom and freedom (30:34) ***FREE RESOURCES & SOCIAL LINKS*** Need a few mini moments of peace right about now? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation for Working Moms: https://brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057 Learn more about Canyon Ranch: https://www.canyonranch.com

It’s so easy to get caught up in the daily hustle and forget to take time for yourself. And even if you do have time for yourself, you might not use it. In fact, you might even find yourself picking up extra work instead. Because for many of us, “me time” feels so guilty. Sound familiar? But it’s so important to remember that time for yourself is essential for restoring your energy and renewing your spirit. You can’t serve from an empty vessel. In this episode, you’ll learn why taking time for yourself creates a more balanced life and how to move past the guilt of making time for what you love, instead of what you need. Show highlights include: Why it feels impossible to make time for yourself and the ‘2021 reset’ you need for a more balanced life (0:50) What Psychology Today reveals about time away from your obligations and why trying to “catch up on work” actually puts you behind (5:28) The three ways to indulge in your hobbies and why you should spend more time treating yourself (10:19) How to protect and prioritize your personal time (no matter how busy your schedule gets) (16:28) Why spending time on your own builds loving relationships around you and how to transform the guilt into gratitude for a happier life  (18:08) ***FREE RESOURCES & SOCIAL LINKS*** Need a few mini moments of peace right about now? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation for Working Moms: https://brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ We’re throwing a Mother’s Day After-Party! Join us! https://brilliant-balance.com/mothers-day-after-party Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

So you’re looking to make healthier choices for your family, but you’re overwhelmed and not sure where to start. Between learning to cook new meals and encouraging your kids to try them, dinnertime seems impossible. (And putting frozen chicken nuggets in the oven sounds a lot easier right about now.) Sound familiar? In this episode, you’ll learn the top five tools for starting a successful health journey with your family and how to get your loved ones educated and excited to eat healthier today. Show highlights include: Defining what it means to “eat better” and how this applies to the way your family eats (0:41) The junk food conversations that stop your kids from gagging on spinach (and why ‘food jail’ is a bad way to get your kids eating greens) (6:50) How to instantly stop bad eating habits in the house and get your family craving the dishes you cook (12:06) The ’15 times’ trick to play on your taste buds and what this reveals about the vegetables you hate (17:47) Using portion control psychology to give your snack pantry a makeover (and why you can eat dessert every day) (21:09) ***FREE RESOURCES & SOCIAL LINKS*** Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Regain control of your calendar with our free guide: www.brilliant-balance.com/calendar Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

Last year’s roller coaster of change has taken a toll on our mental health. And while you may feel anxious and trapped in what tomorrow brings, remember that you can only make life better one day at a time. In this episode, you’ll learn how to stop endless worrying over the future and discover five reminders for doing what you can to make today better. Show highlights include: The “yesterday” thinking pattern and how to stop it from sabotaging your thoughts today (2:05) How to find peace in things you can’t control and “ride the wave” through choppy moments (3:13) How to find freedom in a trapped mindset and enact powerful change right now (5:16) What meeting your spouse or having kids reveals about living in the present (and how this stops raging anxiety over the future) (6:23) How to surrender a terrible day today and prepare for a clarified and fulfilling tomorrow (7:55) ***FREE RESOURCES & SOCIAL LINKS*** Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Regain control of your calendar with our free guide: www.brilliant-balance.com/calendar Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

Whether you realize it or not, we negotiate all the time. While buying a new car or discussing a salary may come to mind, we have to overcome obstacles and set clear objectives in our personal lives too. And unfortunately, these situations don’t come with a script.  So what does it mean to ‘meet in the middle’ when there’s much more at stake? Or when there seems to be an imbalance in power? In this episode, I’m joined by expert negotiator Leigh Thompson who shares the professional skills you can take into any scenario for finding the ‘sweet spot’ with the ones you love and strengthening relationships with each conversation. Show highlights include: Why people end up persuading instead of negotiating and how to approach a ‘win-win’ strategy with your kids (0:40) What two sisters and an orange reveal about negotiation and how you can find the sweet spot with personal interactions today (8:45) Why ‘win-win’ isn’t a sustainable strategy with the ones you love and how to find the best possible solution with sensitive conversations (14:20) What the ‘dessert tray’ strategy reveals about solving any complicated problem and how to build trust in your negotiations instantly (19:20) The difference between conversations with your kids and your parents and how to carefully approach power dynamics with respect and rationalization (31:17) ***FREE RESOURCES & SOCIAL LINKS*** Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Regain control of your calendar with our free guide: www.brilliant-balance.com/calendar Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057 Negotiating the Sweet Spot: https://www.amazon.com/Negotiating-Sweet-Spot-Leaving-Nothing-ebook/dp/B081MY3PF7/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=negotiating+sweet+spot&qid=1616536722&sr=8-1. Leigh Thompson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leigh-thompson-734a4a24/

It has been stamped into our brains since childhood that “winners never quit and quitters never win.” This mentality can lead to overcommitting and the type of exhaustion that no amount of coffee can resurrect. And if you want to make room for bigger things in life, you have to let something go.  So how do you know when it’s time to quit?  In this episode, you’ll navigate through the best and worst times to let go and learn why quitting at the perfect time opens you up to greater opportunities in life.  Show highlights include: What Glennon Doyle reveals about the taboos of quitting and why letting things go today doesn’t take away the success of tomorrow (0:50) The seven signs of quitting and how they bring instant opportunity and energy to your life (4:45) The worst times to let something go and why you should persist through them instead (11:50) Why quitting immediately builds your creative spirit and offers opportunities to others (15:27) ***FREE RESOURCES & SOCIAL LINKS*** Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/speaker Not sure where to start? Book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Regain control of your calendar with our free guide: www.brilliant-balance.com/calendar Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

If you’re passionate about working on yourself and always improving, it’s natural to want your partner to feel just as excited about the journey, right? In fact, you probably want them right alongside you for the ride. But sometimes that isn’t the case. Maybe self-improvement doesn't pique their interest... and you might not understand why. Who wouldn’t want to build a better life? And while encouraging someone to start their own personal development journey seems like the right thing to do, you’re really just working against the tide. In this episode, you’ll discover why inspiring others starts with working on yourself and how to feel loved and connected with your spouse (even if they don’t share the same passions as you).  Show highlights include: The real reason self-development doesn’t feel like ‘any other hobby’ and the top three causes for your frustration at home (0:50) Why “finding yourself” can feel lonely and how to find people you can explore self-development with today (9:41) Why persistently asking a spouse to read your favorite book never works - and how to inspire loved ones instead (without bothering them) (11:10) What to do when you start feeling disconnected from your partner and how to restore your relationship (instead of watching the problem grow) (12:40) ***FREE RESOURCES & SOCIAL LINKS*** Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/tour Learn more about coaching & book a free chat: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Regain control of your schedule with our free guide: www.brilliant-balance.com/calendar Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/thebrilliantbalanceco

In an age of communication overload, your email inbox can become so overwhelming and unorganized that you don’t even want to look at it.  And while you can try to hide from your inbox, you can only live a calmer and more productive life by truly escaping ‘email jail.’ In this episode, you’ll discover five steps to decluttering your inbox with such ease and organization that you’ll never feel the buildup of unwanted email again! Show highlights include: How you got trapped in ‘email jail’ and what you can do right now to escape your over-flooded inbox  (0:53) Why store emails keep creeping around in your inbox and how to instantly remove yourself from hundreds of subscriber lists (7:23) How to stop using your inbox as a “digital memory bank” and prioritize emails by importance as soon as they come in (13:23) The daily ritual that makes checking your email stress-free and how to design lifelong habits for your most organized inbox yet (18:22) ***FREE RESOURCES & SOCIAL LINKS*** Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/tour Book a free chat with Cherylanne: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Regain control of your schedule with our free guide: www.brilliant-balance.com/calendar Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/thebrilliantbalanceco Links to newsletters I referenced: Morning Brew: morningbrew.com/daily/r/?kid=7d8433  The Skimm: theskimm.com/?r=1A6TT

Growing up, did you ever pretend to fight crime like a superhero or perform like your favorite entertainer? You got to define the rules of the world! But eventually, you were forced to drop the act and ‘grow up’ in your adult years.  But the power of a secret identity is exactly what top athletes and entrepreneurs use to fearlessly conquer challenges and achieve limitless success. In this episode, global mindset coach and mentor Todd Herman shares deep truths about overcoming trauma and self-doubt to maximize success, and why transforming your life starts with the hero already inside you.  Show highlights include: The “90-Day Year” approach to organizing your calendar and living life by your rules (2:00) The hidden forces holding you back from finding your ‘superpower’ and living out your full potential (9:30) Why identity can limit you and the character traits you already have for maximizing success right now (15:20) Why “being nice” actually holds people back, and how to showcase your talents and lift up your friends immediately (25:00) Why the ‘boss lady’ and ‘mom’ never meet, and how to bring your right self at the right time for elevated success and freedom in life (31:24) ***CHECK OUT OUR FREE UPCOMING EVENTS & FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL*** Book Cherylanne to speak at your next event: www.brilliant-balance.com/tour Find out more about Brilliant Balance & book a free chat with Cherylanne: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Regain control of your schedule with our free guide: www.brilliant-balance.com/calendar Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/thebrilliantbalanceco Learn more about Todd’s work and the Alter Ego Effect:  https://toddherman.me

“There’s no way I can get past this obstacle.” If you’ve ever struggled with that thought before, you’re not alone. We’ve all been there. And while you might feel like you’re alone, there are thousands of women walking down a path similar to yours… you just haven’t found them yet.  Allowing yourself to feel happier and freer in life starts with finding someone who’s been in your shoes, not with trying to “fix” your own thoughts.  In this episode, you’ll discover how opening up to someone can make you feel better and help you discover new solutions—no matter what you’re facing in life.   Show highlights include: Why we tend to deal with problems alone and how to find someone who’s gone through the exact same thing (0:33) Why certain topics like body problems and fertility issues can feel so embarrassing, and how to find a community that supports you (3:03) Why venting can make your problems worse and how to have the conversations that make your life better right now (7:50) Why vulnerability solves any problem and how investing in yourself helps others instantly (13:04) ***CHECK OUT OUR FREE UPCOMING EVENTS & FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL*** Book Cherylanne to speak at your next (virtual or in-person) event: www.brilliant-balance.com/tour Find out more about Brilliant Balance & book a free consultation with Cherylanne: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Regain control of your schedule with our free guide: www.brilliant-balance.com/calendar Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/thebrilliantbalanceco

If you’ve seen the movie Groundhog Day, you’d probably take it as a light-hearted comedy. But below its silly surface, you’ll find lessons on true purpose and meaning in your life. Whether it’s how you make a goal or how you're reaching them, the process can feel overwhelming and make you miserable. Then you get stuck reliving the same day over and over, spinning your wheels, resulting in the same circumstances. Don’t you deserve a better way? In this episode, you’ll learn what to do when your life feels like Groundhog Day and how to make goals with meaningful change for you and your family. Show highlights include: The Groundhog Day feeling in your life and how playing freeze tag makes you feel alive again (2:11) How Michael Phelps set goals after the Olympics, and what this  teaches you about trying something new (7:00) How to appreciate the process for tasks that might feel like a drag—like going to the gym or cooking dinner (10:45) How to turn technology into your own personal assistant, and why fitness apps and delivery services can help make your days a breeze (13:09) ***CHECK OUT OUR FREE UPCOMING EVENTS & FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL*** Join our private event for busy working moms on March 8-10: www.brilliant-balance.com/rockstarworkshop Book Cherylanne to speak at your next (virtual or in-person) event: www.brilliant-balance.com/tour Find out more about Brilliant Balance & book a free consultation with Cherylanne: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Regain control of your schedule with our free guide: www.brilliant-balance.com/calendar Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/thebrilliantbalanceco

Would you consider an exaggeration a lie? (What about when you “didn’t read that text” from a friend?) We all have versions of a little white lie, but is this secretly hurting you along the way? We do this all the time without even realizing it… even a baby will fake cry for attention! But if we bring awareness to a lie today, we can live a more peaceful life with our kids tomorrow.  An expert in lying, Laurie Gerber joins me to discuss how truth-telling unlocks a sense of freedom to live the life you’ve always wanted.  Show highlights include: What the 7 categories of lies reveal about your compassion toward others (and how to stop letting lies slip under the radar) (10:01) Why telling the truth feels like opening Pandora’s box and how to get comfortable with confrontation (without turning into an unhappy person) (16:42) Why bringing a lie to light shapes the happiest and most trustworthy kids (while building a stronger family dynamic) (24:20) What the childhood playground taught us about secrets—and how to get friendships back stronger than ever (33:00) What the ‘Handel Method’ says about your latest excuse (and 3 steps to becoming a more truthful person today) (39:00) Want Cherylanne to speak at your next (virtual or in-person) event? Visit: http://brilliant-balance.com/tour/ Ready to regain control of your schedule? Get my free guide when you visit: https://brilliant-balance.com/calendar Post on Instagram with #bebrilliant https://www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance/ and tag @brilliant_balance https://www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance/ to be featured! Follow our new The Brilliant Balance Company Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/thebrilliantbalanceco Learn more about Cherylanne's work and The Brilliant Balance Company: https://brilliant-balance.com Find out more about Breakthrough: https://brilliant-balance.com/program Learn more about Laurie Gerber and follow her on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lauriegerber_coach Take the Current Reality Quiz here: http://bit.ly/brilliantbalance-crq 

Do you sometimes have a short fuse, bottled anger, or react explosively to things? Whether it’s directed at the pandemic, politics, or even something your kids said, it’s important to understand that anger and grow from it. Breaking cycles and patterns of bad behavior starts with curiosity. Ask yourself: what is really going on here? In this episode, I’ll share how to transform anger into a powerhouse of curiosity, opportunities, and radical change. Show highlights include: How the world was thrown into a mental health crisis overnight and what steps move you away from the chaos right now. (0:40) The real reason you snapped at your kids for rolling their eyes and a better response to use next time. (3:45) How dialogue can divide us - and the questions to bring you closer to your loved ones instantly. (7:17) How a little patience transforms even your worst anger into everlasting peace. (10:14) Come follow along! Want Cherylanne to speak at your next (virtual or in-person) event? Visit: http://brilliant-balance.com/tour/ Ready to regain control of your schedule? Get my free guide when you visit: https://brilliant-balance.com/calendar Post on Instagram with #bebrilliant and tag @brilliant_balance to be featured! Follow our new The Brilliant Balance Company Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/thebrilliantbalanceco Learn more about Cherylanne's work and The Brilliant Balance Company: https://brilliant-balance.com Find out more about Breakthrough: https://brilliant-balance.com/program

For many of us, it’s easy to fall in love with the ‘hot mess’ mom. The mom who leaves her house in pajamas, has misbehaving kids, and no plans for dinner. We love that. We connect with that! But has this comfortable and relatable role trapped moms in a race to the bottom? Can you deeply connect with your kids if you only see yourself as a ‘hot mess’? In this episode, I discuss society’s perception of the ‘bad mom,’ the ‘perfect mom,’ and how to sit right in the middle for a full and present motherhood.  Show highlights include: How the ‘hot mess mom’ set foot in our culture (and why we relate to her so much) (2:14) Why Instagrammers and comedians have turned the ‘perfect mom’ role into a nightmare (6:18) Why you are more comfortable celebrating your losses than your wins—and what this says about the time you spend with your kids (7:39) How combining disaster and perfection helps you raise healthy, happy children (10:39) Come follow along! Want Cherylanne to speak at your next (virtual or in-person) event? Visit: http://brilliant-balance.com/tour/ Ready to regain control of your schedule? Get my free guide when you visit: https://brilliant-balance.com/calendar Post on Instagram with #bebrilliant https://www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance/ and tag @brilliant_balance https://www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance/ to be featured! Follow our new The Brilliant Balance Company Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/thebrilliantbalanceco Learn more about Cherylanne's work and The Brilliant Balance Company: https://brilliant-balance.com Find out more about Breakthrough: https://brilliant-balance.com/program