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Brilliant Balance is a podcast for working women who are ready to shine. Each week we will discuss ideas, inspiration, and insight on balance, business, and getting it all done gracefully. Are you ready? Let's be brilliant.
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Pushing through resistance (aka why I secretly love it when the going gets tough)

Pushing through resistance (aka why I secretly love it when the going gets tough)

When you make big changes, whether in your business or your personal life, you may face feelings of fear, anxiety, or even inadequacy.  When these feelings come up, you might see that as a “sign” that you were never meant to have those goals instead of seeing them for what they are: resistance. In today’s episode, I’m discussing the four main types of resistance that you may face, how to recognize them, and how to move through these challenges to tackle your goals! Show highlights include: Are you holding yourself to the same standards you set for others? (3:40) Why you should embrace your challenges instead of running from them (5:30) How rational thought is working against you and how to stop it in its tracks (8:06) Are fear and anxiety becoming unbearable? Try this! (9:17) How you are blaming your lack of success on your family and friends and don’t even realize it (12:46) How your subconscious is trying to “save” you while sabotaging your goals (14:05)   Post on Instagram with #letsbebrilliant and tag @cskolnicki Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/  
25:5404/02/2020
Can’t make a decision? Try this.

Can’t make a decision? Try this.

When you have too much on your plate and you feel overwhelmed, chances are you have some decisions you haven’t made.  Whether you have too many choices to make or you’re afraid of “what if?”, leaving these decisions unmade is costing you time and keeping you stuck. In today’s episode, I’ll share three things you need to know to help you make decisions quickly and unlock the next level in your life. Show highlights include: The two questions you must ask yourself when you’re feeling stuck (4:40) Feeling overwhelmed? Try this! (8:32) How this one emotion is preventing you from making decisions (9:11) Why being a perfectionist is actually hurting you (9:54) The one question that is costing you time and energy (11:41) Are more choices really better?(14:22) The two things you must get rid of before you can start making decisions (17:16) Why you should never worry about making a decision (19:45) The key to unlocking the next level in your life (22:12) Post on Instagram with #letsbebrilliant and tag @cskolnicki Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
25:5828/01/2020
Get a PhD in YOU with Julie Reisler, Life Designer

Get a PhD in YOU with Julie Reisler, Life Designer

Do you really know who you are? In a world with social media and Facebook polls, it is easy to forget and when you are trying to appease others and avoid judgement. Your desire to make others happy can leave you feeling lost, confused, and empty. My guest today is Julie Reisler, Life Designer and author of “Get a PhD in YOU”. With a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Public Health and a Master’s degree in Health and Wellness Coaching combined with years of experience helping others get to know themselves, Julie is just the person to talk with about how to discover the real you. In today’s show, Julie and I will be discussing her road to success, the best tips for getting in tune with yourself, her book “Get a PhD in YOU”, and how you can get it for free! Show highlights include: The truth about success that nobody talks about (9:34) The core belief you must have if you want to meet your goals (11:59) How understanding your past is crucial to discovering your future (13:33) Why the answer to this one question is essential to finding success (14:42) What is the real value of knowing yourself? (16:16) How you can add meditation to your day in less than a minute (21:48) How this one exercise can help you answer your toughest questions (24:14) How coincidences may be more than just that and why you should keep track of them (27:03) To get a free copy of Julie’s book, “Get a PhD in YOU” go to https://juliereisler.com/freebook  Get the tools and worksheets to accompany her “Get a PhD in YOU” Companion Journal at https://juliereisler.com/journal  Check out the video series on how to master yourself and your career with “Get a PhD in YOU: Business Edition” at https://juliereisler.com/newbook  Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
36:4221/01/2020
If you give a mom 10 minutes...

If you give a mom 10 minutes...

We all know what happens if you give a mouse a cookie, but what about if you give a mom 10 minutes? You might feel there is just not enough time to do all the things you need to get done, and chances are it’s stressing you out. Today I’m going to discuss just how much can be accomplished if you approach short pockets of time with intention, and I’ll give you my top three tips for transforming your wasted 10 minutes into productivity and action. Show highlights include: The pattern of waste that is holding you back and why you’re not seeing it (3:22) How you can add meditation to your day in less than 10 minutes (5:30) The simple thing you can do for just a few minutes a day to clear your head and help keep you focused (6:38) Taking time to make this one thing can change the course of your day (7:42) The key to ending procrastination and start clearing your plate of unfinished projects (8:21) The lie you are telling yourself that is keeping you stuck (10:49) The simple fix to keeping your laundry from piling up and never getting put away (11:50) Post your results on Instagram with #letsbebrilliant and tag @cskolnicki Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
14:3507/01/2020
5 steps to make your New Years Resolution a reality

5 steps to make your New Years Resolution a reality

Resolutions are an opportunity to ask yourself: what do you want to change or accomplish in the coming year? But despite your best intentions, they can taper off pretty quickly as the year kicks into gear. In today’s episode, I’ll discuss the 5 steps you can take to turn your resolutions into goals, your goals into plans, and your plans into reality. Show highlights include: The 5 most popular resolutions and the unfortunate truth behind them (2:26) Why resolutions don’t work and the steps you should take to create real change in your life (3:24) How getting detailed about this one element can make all the difference in achieving your goals (4:41) The magical thing you can do to transform your goals and start seeing results (6:34) What you may be doing to sabotage yourself and you don’t even realize it (7:34) The one thing that can help you get honest with yourself and start making better goals (9:20) Why not knowing how to do something will keep you stuck (10:39) The one component you must have to stick with your goals and make them a reality (12:06) Kicks off January 6! Join 30 Days to Vibrant Energy and learn how to raise your energy threshold. https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/energychallenge/ Ready to get the rest you need to go through your day with vibrant energy? Get the 7 Day Sleep Makeover at: https://brilliantbalance.net/sleep Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
21:0031/12/2019
How to do a personal Year End Review

How to do a personal Year End Review

With 2019 coming to an end, it’s normal to look back and wonder what you accomplished this year. Maybe you met all your goals or maybe there is room for improvement. Either way, the holidays are the perfect time to sit down and reflect on your year and the lessons you’ve learned along the way. In today’s episode, I’m going to give you three thought-provoking questions to ask yourself about 2019 that will help you set the stage for 2020 and all that it has to offer. Here Are The Highlights: How to increase your energy for 2020 in just 30 days (3:10) The treasure trove of tools you already have for reviewing this year’s accomplishments (14:22) The best way to think about unattained goals, and how to make sure you achieve them in 2020 (17:20) A simple self-assessment tool for optimizing all seven areas of your life (18:50) How to set the stage for next year, and set yourself up for success (24:40) Crack the code to getting unstuck and start seeing results (25:13) -------------------------------- To learn more about 30 Days to Vibrant Energy, the program referenced in today’s show, visit: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/energychallenge -------------------------------- Download your Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall Ready to get the rest you need to go through your day with vibrant energy? Get the 7 Day Sleep Makeover at: https://brilliantbalance.net/sleep  Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/  Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com  Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/ 
29:5124/12/2019
Managing an International Move with a Family with Heather Warnke, a Brilliant Balance Alum

Managing an International Move with a Family with Heather Warnke, a Brilliant Balance Alum

With big opportunities come some big challenges, and moving overseas is no exception. An international move may seem out of reach for you and your family, but with the right plan and preparation, you can make it happen. Today I had the pleasure of speaking with a Breakthrough graduate, Heather Warnke. After receiving an offer for a job in Australia, Heather moved with her spouse and son across the world and learned a lot in the process. Listen in as we discuss the challenges and benefits of an international move, including where to focus your attention and how to have a successful transition to life outside of the USA. Show highlights include: How to let go of old dreams to embrace the new ones (6:46) Getting your children on board with a move abroad (9:16) The importance of creating your family vision before the move (11:22) The benefits of living internationally (14:56) How to manage your time to include your priorities (23:06) Ready to get the rest you need to go through your day with vibrant energy? Get the 7 Day Sleep Makeover at: https://brilliantbalance.net/sleep Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
36:3517/12/2019
Are you amplifying your stress level by accident?

Are you amplifying your stress level by accident?

The holidays are full of family, friends, and cheer, but can also come with a fair amount of stress. And this alone can take its toll on you. But did you know - sometimes you are actually adding to your stress and don’t even know it? Today I’m going to discuss the four major aspects of your life that may be causing you more stress than you know. I’ll discuss how it can cause problems, and give you clear steps you can take to improve your stress levels and move forward with the holidays in a happier light. Show highlights include: The two foods that could be preventing quality sleep (6:18) Is your morning routine setting you up for more stress? (11:40) How changing your environment can reduce your anxiety (7:21) Why procrastination is stressful (17:20) Is too much rest causing you more stress? (4:57) Ready to get the rest you need to go through your day with vibrant energy? Get the 7 Day Sleep Makeover at: https://brilliantbalance.net/sleep Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
23:4610/12/2019
Starting an Entrepreneurial Revolution with Jessica Herrin, Founder of Stella + Dot

Starting an Entrepreneurial Revolution with Jessica Herrin, Founder of Stella + Dot

With 2020 in sight, we start to look forward to the new year and what’s next for our business and our family. The upcoming year is full of endless possibilities, but have you started to think about them and make a plan? Today we are joined by Jessica Herrin, the founder of Stella + Dot, KEEPER Collective, co-founder of the leading wedding website WeddingChannel.com and author of her book “Find Your Extraordinary”. She has been recognized by The New York Times, Oprah, and Forbes for her business savvy and vision. Join us as we discuss being a woman in the business world, letting go of your fear of failure, balancing time between work and home, and getting motivated for 2020! Show highlights include: Will your current priorities always be your priorities? (13:03) The key to moving forward when you feel “stuck” (16:11) Why your perfectionism is preventing progress (19:14) The three factors holding you back from starting your business (23:18)  How to master your time management between work and family (33:44) Find out more about Jessica Herrin at jessicaherrin.com, and follow her on Instagram @JessicaHerrin. Also, check out her book, “Find Your Extraordinary” and her podcast “Self Made”. Ready to get the rest you need to go through your day with vibrant energy? Get the 7 Day Sleep Makeover at: https://brilliantbalance.net/sleep Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
45:1603/12/2019
Navigating Family Dynamics at Thanksgiving

Navigating Family Dynamics at Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is meant to be a happy time - a time where family and friends come together, celebrate and reflect on the year. But for many people, Thanksgiving can spark anxiety, stress, and even dread.  Whether you struggle with the travel, activities, or crazy family dynamics, it can take the magic out of the holiday if you don’t have a plan.  Today’s episode will help you gain control of how you prepare for this holiday season, and will give you the steps you can take to manage stressors, engage in positive interactions, and experience a truly amazing holiday! Show highlights include: Why self-care is an important part of holiday preparations (7:13) The benefits of observing the conversation before joining in (9:40) The power of choosing how you want your day to go (13:27)  How choosing your feelings can transform your holiday experience (18:31) Ready to get the rest you need to go through your day with vibrant energy? Get the 7 Day Sleep Makeover at: https://brilliantbalance.net/sleep Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
23:1826/11/2019
Purpose is the Opposite of Depression with Cathy Heller, author of Don't Keep Your Day Job

Purpose is the Opposite of Depression with Cathy Heller, author of Don't Keep Your Day Job

We all have talents, gifts, and interests beyond our day-to-day professional lives. Whether you love to perform music, coach baseball, or bake amazing cakes, they may provide an important outlet. But those can’t ever actually become your day job, right? Today’s guest is Cathy Heller, podcast host and author of Don’t Keep Your Day Job. She has coached thousands of people to create a life they love waking up to. In this episode, we will discuss the importance of service, increasing momentum, and how to turn your passion into a paycheck and start living your purpose everyday. Show highlights include: How changing your perspective on your talents can turn your passion into your day job (7:50) Do your talents have to be your day job to fulfill your purpose? (11:55) How to do what you love and make money doing it (18:30) The key component that really builds a business (26:16)  How your fear of failure is hindering your creativity (33:13) Find out more about Cathy Heller at cathyheller.com, or follow her on Instagram @cathy.heller Ready to get the rest you need to go through your day with vibrant energy? Get the 7 Day Sleep Makeover at: https://brilliantbalance.net/sleep Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
45:2419/11/2019
Speaking in Public - tips from a pro you can use every day

Speaking in Public - tips from a pro you can use every day

Whether its a presentation for work or sharing an idea with your book club, public speaking is the number one fear among women, even though we face it on a regular basis.  For most of us, we prepare to speak, and the nerves kick in. Sweaty palms, thumping heart, and before we know it, we are totally stumbling in our delivery.  In this episode, I give some of my best tips for public speaking. As someone who’s just as comfortable speaking from a stage as I am in my own home, I’m going to help you get your message across with confidence and style! Show highlights include: Knowing your desired outcome will guide your content (5:00) How using pictures and stories can make your content memorable (7:13) Are you speaking the way you talk? (11:30) Is your focus on the engaged audience? (14:08)  How your appearance could be affecting your presentation (16:40) Register for Brilliant Balance Live: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/live Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall  Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
23:5612/11/2019
Let go of "the way it was supposed to be"

Let go of "the way it was supposed to be"

Have you ever had a day that didn’t go as expected? Maybe you thought it would be sunny and planned a day outdoors, but then it rained. Or maybe there was more traffic than you anticipated, and you were late to work. Either way, you may have ended up disappointed and frustrated based on your expectations.  And you might have expectations of “the way it was supposed to be” in many aspects of your life. From how you move through your day to where you should be in your career to how your relationship with your partner should look - how are these expectations helping or hurting you?  In this episode we’ll discuss how unmet expectations are setting you back and causing you unnecessary frustration and how to take changes as they come so you can be in control of your day and how you respond to it! Show highlights include: Are your stories of “the way it’s supposed to be” helping you or hurting you? (2:55) How curiosity can save you from unmet expectations (5:29) When plans change, are they worse or just different? (8:46) How unexpected changes can be a blessing in disguise (11:08) Ready to get the rest you need to go through your day with vibrant energy? Get the 7 Day Sleep Makeover at: https://brilliantbalance.net/sleep Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
16:5505/11/2019
5 Daily Self Care Habits for Working Moms

5 Daily Self Care Habits for Working Moms

Let’s face it, you take care of all of the things. Between work, kids, parents, partners, relationships, and constantly competing schedules, it can wear anyone out.  So before anything else, you need to make sure you are feeling well, energized, and able to tackle the stuff that is coming at you in your day. And this all starts with self care. In this episode, you’ll find out about 5 daily self-care habits for working moms so you can create room to breathe for yourself and get done what you need to get done. Show highlights include:  How to turn sleep from a chore into a self-care habit. (5:25) The British tradition that can energize you in the afternoon and give you energy the rest of the day. (10:38) The quick 3-step method to “micro-meditate” without having to sit still for 30 minutes. (15:49) How to end your day in a way that serves you, energizes you for the next day and lets you sleep peacefully. (16:58) Ready to get the rest you need to go through your day with vibrant energy? Get the 7 Day Sleep Makeover at: https://brilliantbalance.net/sleep Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
21:5229/10/2019
Instilling Growth Mindset in Kids with Alexandra Eidens of Big Life Journal

Instilling Growth Mindset in Kids with Alexandra Eidens of Big Life Journal

We all want our kids to grow up with a passion for learning, while recognizing the value of challenging themselves and the importance of effort. These characteristics are a hallmark of a growth mindset. My guest today is Alexandra Eidens, co-founder of Big Life Journal. She is on a mission to help children develop a growth, resilient mindset so they can face life’s challenges with confidence.  Together with her team, Alexandra creates engaging resources such as journals and printable kits for ages 4 and above. Earlier in 2019, Big Life Journal launched the very first growth mindset podcast for children called Big Life Kids podcast which reached the top charts of iTunes around the world.  Ready to support curiosity in your kids so they can grow up to become more fulfilled and passionate? Listen now!  Show highlights include: The basics of growth mindset and how it can transform your kids’ (and your!) life forever. (2:30) How to reinstill confidence in children–especially during the “middle school dip”. (15:08) How you can stay on your a-game and get things done even when you have small children growing up in your family. (28:15) Why giving yourself credit can make you happier AND help you achieve more in the long-term. (31:48) Subscribe here to receive free growth mindset resources for children every Friday https://biglifejournal.com/pages/freebies Follow Big Life Journal on Instagram Ready to get the rest you need to go through your day with vibrant energy? Get the 7 Day Sleep Makeover at: https://brilliantbalance.net/sleep Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
39:5422/10/2019
The worst comparison trap you can fall into (and how to get out of it)

The worst comparison trap you can fall into (and how to get out of it)

We all know comparing ourselves to others isn’t helpful and only makes us feel worse. Yet it can seem impossible to feel good about ourselves when others’ lives look so much better.  In this episode, you’ll discover how to escape the comparison trap in order to feel better about yourself, celebrate your achievements and have a more positive outlook on your own life! Show highlights include:  How to put on your “perspectacles” to appreciate what you already have. (8:30) The playground dynamics that sabotage work environments and creating a comparison culture. (12:06) Why chasing the wrong ideals makes you worse off instead of improving you. (14:18) Where to invest your energy if your past chases you and sabotages your current success. (17:56) Ready to get the rest you need to go through your day with vibrant energy? Get the 7 Day Sleep Makeover at: https://brilliantbalance.net/sleep Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/   Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
22:2315/10/2019
What if your purpose won't pay the bills?

What if your purpose won't pay the bills?

You’ve heard it from a lot of successful people: Serve your purpose, live your passion.  But most of us have regular jobs and financial obligations that don’t give us the luxury of this type of thinking. Or so we think.  In this episode, you’ll find out how to serve your purpose and pay the bills at the same time.  Listen now to live a fulfilled, joyful life and feel energized in your work without becoming a starving artist. Show highlights include: The 3-step “hierarchy of needs” that leads women to search for their purpose. (4:38) What purpose really is and why it goes much deeper than what you enjoy doing. (9:52) How to recreate your job (without quitting it) so you can fulfill your purpose without sacrificing your income. (17:11) Unsure if you should really pursue something? Ask yourself this question. (27:30) Ready to get the rest you need to go through your day with vibrant energy? Get the 7 Day Sleep Makeover at: https://brilliantbalance.net/sleep Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
31:1808/10/2019
What’s for dinner? My ridiculously simple meal planning system

What’s for dinner? My ridiculously simple meal planning system

Meal planning is one of the biggest struggles for working moms. It can feel impossible to find healthy recipes the whole family will like and that are prepared quickly. Oh, and you have to make sure the kids don’t get bored of the same food.  In this episode, you’ll find out how you can make meal planning easy and fun. You’ll learn how to reduce the process to a 15-20 minute task that makes the whole family happy and takes stress off your shoulders.  Show highlights include: The list that ensures your food is nutritious and keeps you and your family full without hunger attacks. (8:29) The 3 ingredients that let you never search for recipes again. (11:18) 3 meals you can make in your own kitchen whether you’re a novice, average or advanced cook. (14:57) The biggest belief that keeps women from putting dinner on the table during the week. (23:07) Ready to get the rest you need to go through your day with vibrant energy? Get the 7 Day Sleep Makeover at: https://brilliantbalance.net/sleep Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
27:5201/10/2019
Honoring milestones (and celebrating 100 episodes!)

Honoring milestones (and celebrating 100 episodes!)

For our kids, we constantly celebrate milestones. Whether it’s their first day of school, a religious celebration or just their birthday, we’re great at turning milestones into memorable moments. But as adults, we often almost ignore our successes. Instead, we set our sights on the next thing and just march on without taking time to celebrate.  Are you ready to change that? Join Cherylanne to celebrate episode 100 of Brilliant Balance and find out how to celebrate your personal and career milestones too! Show highlights include: Why it’s easy for adults to skip birthdays and other celebrations—and why we shouldn’t. (5:36) The “recipe” to honor the milestones you’ve reached already so you can get more energy and happiness out of them. (12:50) The easiest way to reflect on the best moments of your life, relive them and be truly grateful for yourself and your accomplishments. (13:33) How to multiply the energy, satisfaction and joy you get out of your milestones. (14:48) Ready to get the rest you need to go through your day with vibrant energy? Get the 7 Day Sleep Makeover at: https://brilliantbalance.net/sleep Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
19:2324/09/2019
Why you aren’t getting the results you want

Why you aren’t getting the results you want

You may have heard tips from the world’s most successful people on how to get better results out of yourself. And maybe you’ve tried some of them - from meditation, getting up before sunrise or completely transforming your diet.  But if you’re like a lot of women, you still might be struggling to see the results you’re striving for. In this episode, you’ll find out why those results seem so hard to achieve—and you’ll learn helpful tips to finally reach your goals and live the life you’re dreaming of. Show highlights include: The simple reason you’re not getting the results you know you deserve (it doesn’t have anything to do with you as a person). (8:00) One trick that lets you create the results you want over and over. (8:17) Don’t ever quit before doing anything for this many days—or else you might quit right before you get your results. (13:15) If you’re frustrated and blaming yourself, ask yourself these questions to get clarity on what to do next. (17:00) Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall  Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
22:2117/09/2019
Who's in charge of how you feel?

Who's in charge of how you feel?

The way we feel about ourselves impacts everything - from our work to the way we treat our loved ones, and even to how much we can get done in a day.  But is there a way to overcome negative feelings? Or are we just out of luck on the days we wake up not feeling our best? In this episode, you’ll find out why your feelings might not actually be yours. Instead of being a slave to your feelings, you’ll learn how to take control of them and use them to your advantage. Show highlights include: The important difference between feelings, emotions and moods. (4:11) How to control how you respond to your emotions (don’t worry, this doesn’t require Navy SEAL-level discipline). (6:04) Brené Brown’s secret weapon to defuse emotions and make way to understand the situation before reacting. (10:43) How to control how you react to your emotions and short-circuit bursts of anger and other emotions you want to control. (21:31) Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall  Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
26:5710/09/2019
"Mommy, Why Do You Work?"

"Mommy, Why Do You Work?"

If you’re a working mom, you may have gotten this question before. And you might frame your answer based on the financial benefits of your job (“I work so I can buy you clothes” or “so you can go to camp”) since it’s direct and easy to understand. But is there more we can teach our children in these moments about what it means to work?   In this episode, you’ll find out how to talk to your kids about work in a way that makes them excited to pick a career they love and determine where they can make an impact. Show highlights include:  The real question behind “why do you work?”–and how to answer it. (2:29) If you can answer this question about your work, your kids’ eyes will light up when you tell them about it. (8:14) Even if you’re not passionate about your work, here’s a great perspective on work to share with your kids. (11:26) If you’re not satisfied in your job (not even with the money), here’s how “divine compensation” can help you out of the slump. (15:40) Register for Brilliant Balance Live: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/live Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall  Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
24:0003/09/2019
Staying on Track when "Life Happens” - with Allison Tibbs

Staying on Track when "Life Happens” - with Allison Tibbs

We all want to be super productive and raise a thriving family. And we want to do it with plenty of time to focus on our own personal health and wellness, too. But putting all of this into practice isn’t easy. In fact, most days it seems almost impossible to get everything done. And when life happens, what are the first things to go - maybe you ditch your morning workout so you can fit in a few errands? Or you might scrap that homemade dinner plan in favor of pizza delivery?   Today’s guest Allison Tibbs is a certified Personal Trainer & Healthy Lifestyle Coach who advocates for women to use fitness, nutrition, and self-care as a way to create more peace, joy, and balance in their lives.  She helps women get fit and healthy and improve their overall quality of life – without spending hours in the gym or cooking three elaborate meals per day. Listen now to find out how she helps her clients and herself get healthier every day without sacrificing productivity! Show highlights include: Clues which help you find out what your true purpose is and center your life around it. (10:58) How chasing perfection in your life harms you–and how to elevate your life to a new level instead. (20:23) How 10-second habits can transform your life. (23:57) Why delayed gratification isn’t always the key to becoming more successful–even if it has helped you achieve success before. (29:57) Register for Brilliant Balance Live: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/live Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall  Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/ Find out more about Allison Tibbs: www.AllisonTibbs.com  Get Allison’s exclusive FREE meal prep guide:  https://reclaim.lpages.co/mealprep101/
37:4027/08/2019
September Happenings: Brilliant Balance Live & 30 Day Energy Challenge

September Happenings: Brilliant Balance Live & 30 Day Energy Challenge

Time for a special episode of the podcast because we’ve got some really cool happenings in September that I think you’ll want to be part of! I’m sharing the highlights in the episode and dropping links to more information here in the show notes. And believe me, if you like the podcast, you’ll LOVE these two experiences! 30 Days to Vibrant Energy Challenge http://CherylanneSkolnicki.com/EnergyChallenge If you’re exhausted all the time and constantly reaching for that extra cup of coffee to get you through your day, join me in the 30 Day Vibrant Energy Challenge that kicks off on September 3! This one is a game-changer - just wait till you see how great you feel after 30 days of trying out all my best practices! We’ll focus on one singular transformation - raising your energy threshold. Once you do this you can pour that energy into all the things you want MORE of in your life! This is the absolutely perfect first step to start making the changes that will pull your life into Brilliant Balance. Weekly Themes: Week 1 - Sleep Week 2 - Hydration Week 3 - Food Week 4 - Movement Register now at http://CherylanneSkolnicki.com/EnergyChallenge  We start on Sept 3! Event: Brilliant Balance LIVE https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/live Join me for this intimate event where you can step away from the demands of your everyday life and go all-in to figure out how to find Brilliant Balance for yourself! We’ll help you determine the direction you want to take your life, outline the changes you want to make and show you exactly how can you build the plan to make those changes. This event is a fantastic introduction to each of the core principles of Brilliant Balance: Power Productivity Possibilities We’re giving our podcast listeners a special discount! $100 off general admission or VIP ticket (VIP includes a private dinner with Cherylanne!) Discount Code:  PODCAST100  Register now at http://CherylanneSkolnicki.com/live Brilliant Balance Live - September 26 & 27  Cincinnati, OH Hope to see you at one or both! #letsbebrilliant
10:5023/08/2019
Doing Back to School Like a Boss - Tips from powerhouse moms

Doing Back to School Like a Boss - Tips from powerhouse moms

Back to school time can be a whirlwind: The lazy days of summer come to an abrupt halt and the kids’ daily schedules pick up again, along with a seemingly ever-increasing rush of additional back-to-school commitments. But with a couple of tricks, the start of the school year doesn’t have to be stressful. Did you know some moms have actually figured out how to make back-to-school time fun and exciting instead of a chore?  Learn exactly how they do it in this episode.  Show highlights include: How to do all your school shopping with a couple of clicks instead of spending a whole day hopping from store to store. (5:30) The “calendaring” method to planning all your appointments and events so you know exactly when you have to be where. (12:40) How to take the chaos out of mornings and make them feel like they go well on autopilot. (23:55) How to use weekly meetings to organize transportation for the entire week. (24:30) Register for Brilliant Balance Live: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/live Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall  Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
34:5220/08/2019
Make moments matter (squeeze the last drops out of summer)

Make moments matter (squeeze the last drops out of summer)

When we’re young, summers seem to last forever. We all harbor some amazing memories of a simpler life, when school was out for 2 months and we had all the freedom in the world. Why do those moments get rarer as we grow up?  Life, work and our seemingly endless to-do lists can make us feel like life moves faster and the memories become fewer as time goes on. But if you want to, you can design your life in a way that lets you appreciate small moments and turn them into prized memories–without giving up your career or becoming less productive at work.  You’ll find out how in this episode. Show highlights include:  One question to ask yourself to appreciate your last weeks of summer immediately. (2:35) How scheduling your free time like your work gives you more joy. (5:45)  Why your “special moments” don’t have to be vacations to Europe or trips to DisneyWorld—and how to find more special moments in your life. (8:05) How to sear beautiful moments into your long-term memory. (10:05) Register for Brilliant Balance Live: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/live Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall  Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
17:0913/08/2019
Lessons Learned While Traveling Abroad with 3 Kids

Lessons Learned While Traveling Abroad with 3 Kids

In theory, vacations are amazing. You get to watch your kids or family marvel at different parts of the country or the world. You recharge from your hard work. Most importantly, you and your family make memories for a lifetime. But reality often looks different: From choosing a destination to budgeting to issues while on vacation, what was supposed to be a time of relaxation and peace often becomes chaotic and stressful.  In this episode, you’ll hear about the biggest mistakes people make when planning vacations and on the vacation itself—and you’ll hear what to do instead so you can experience a delightful vacation that recharges you instead of draining you. Show highlights include: If you’re taking your kids on vacation, this is how you make sure they stay curious and have amazing experiences while traveling. (13:00) The big benefits of hotels vs. vacation rentals like AirBnB. (16:30) How to go to 5 star hotels paying 3 star rates. (17:00) When “touristy” vacations are perfect (and nothing to be ashamed of). (26:30)  Register for Brilliant Balance Live: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/live Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall  Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
38:0906/08/2019
Overcoming Infertility with Tasha Blasi

Overcoming Infertility with Tasha Blasi

Today’s show has a very emotional subject: Having kids is one of the most beautiful things in any woman’s life. But what if you try and try, but can’t seem to get pregnant? While there’s no surefire path, there are methods that give almost every woman better chances of experiencing the miracle of motherhood. Tasha is an Integrative Fertility Coach, Patient Advocate, Founder of the FU Project, and Mother of two very expensive children, Hudson (IVF #2) and Mila (IVF #10). Using her background in the sciences, and with the help of many experts in her program, she creates a customized blueprint to what you need to get and stay pregnant quickly. She is extremely researched, unfiltered, and a must-call for anyone doing or considering IVF. Her success rates are 99.5% for those who complete her program and the best part is that she guarantees her work. Show highlights include: Why infertility isn’t your fault. (8:40) The first step to take when nothing seems to work to get pregnant. (15:55) If books, meditations and other programs haven’t worked for you—here’s why it’s not your failure and what to do instead. (28:45) How “high-achiever thinking” can sabotage you. (46:30) EXCLUSIVE for Brilliant Balance podcast listeners: Top 15 questions to ask a few fertility clinic you are considering. Register for Brilliant Balance Live: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/live Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall  Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Find out more about Tasha here: https://www.tashablasi.com FB @thetashablasi IG @tashablasi YT Tasha Blasi
56:5430/07/2019
Why you can never stick to your schedule

Why you can never stick to your schedule

Often we structure our days as if we’re able to move systematically from meetings to appointments to activities, doing all of the things and conquering a hefty to-do list along the way.  But reality often looks different: We’re late, have to shuffle around appointments because meetings, calls and tasks balloon and, worst of all, we can’t figure out where all the time went.  The key to fixing this isn’t robot-like discipline, but becoming conscious of your relationship with time.  In this episode, you’ll learn how to do just that. Show highlights include: How to identify whether you’re “time-rigid” or “time-fluid”. (2:35) Why American culture rewards time-rigidity—and how to thrive when you need more freedom. (6:00) If you feel shut down by others often—it might not be your OR their fault. Here’s why this happens. (10:30) The “connect the dots” method to get everything done when you can’t stick to a schedule. (12:40) Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall  Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
17:3823/07/2019
Slow down to do more (The Productivity Paradox)

Slow down to do more (The Productivity Paradox)

These days, “doing it all well” might sound like an unlikely dream. And you’re not alone - even the most productive people get overwhelmed.  The answer to constant overwhelm? It’s not working faster to rapidly get through your list of to-dos—it’s actually slowing down.  It might sound counterintuitive, but once you get into the flow of slowing down, you’ll see amazing results - you’ll achieve more AND feel less pressure. In this episode, you’ll learn how to slow down in order to get more done. Show highlights include: The most effective “slow down to get more done” activity. (3:15) How trying to get too much done kills the focus you need to actually be productive. (10:10) Hands-on strategies to slow down anytime you need or want to. (13:35) How “going analog” for half the day gives you back valuable time and lets you relax. (17:20) Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all:https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall  Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
23:2716/07/2019
How to cook at home (and faster than takeout!)

How to cook at home (and faster than takeout!)

Think you’re too busy to cook?  The convenience of take-out and fast food can be seductive at times - but it comes at a price. You can spare yourself and your family unwanted calories and saturated fat just by cooking at home - and with fresh, healthy, and simple ingredients, it won’t take you any more time than your regular take-out run. In this episode, you’ll learn how to make cooking fast and easy so you can enjoy more healthy dinners with your family without spending hours cooking complicated meals. Show highlights include: Why not to worry about eating week-old meat from your freezer. (7:05) Why you shouldn’t use recipes if you want to cook faster and more often. (13:55) The 3 ingredients that make a simple, healthy meal every time. (14:10) The easiest salad dressing almost everyone loves. (18:20) Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall  Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
23:3509/07/2019
Raising your Vibe with Brenda Villa

Raising your Vibe with Brenda Villa

Some days, you feel vibrant, powerful and full of energy to conquer the day. Other days, you just don’t. So what’s the secret behind maximizing those days where you feel amazing? Today’s guest Brenda Villa is an expert at energy management.  Her life’s work focuses on building bridges between awakening our consciousness and activating powerful business practices to land us in the center of living our dream life.  Brenda is renowned for her masterful skill to see the real you: gifts and blind spots, meeting you where you are in order to move you forward with efficiency towards results.  Brenda’s healing presence empowers and inspires clients to live and love their lives with mindfulness, passion and purpose. As the ultimate “Guide on the Side”, Brenda embodies compassion, and is unafraid to throw the occasional lightning bolt your way… always to light up your soul’s path, of course! Brenda draws from her diverse experiences as a business consultant, speaker, activator of women’s authentic power, and yoga instructor. Brenda’s company, Be Believe Begin Become, uses the latest tools and understandings for personal success, professional fulfillment, and overall well-being. In this episode, Brenda reveals how you can raise your vibe to become more energetic and vibrant every day. Show highlights include: Where to find your energy when you feel like it’s gone. (6:55) The exact amount of breaths to take to experience real relaxation, no matter how stressed you might feel. (8:45) A “do it anywhere” method to raising your energy. You don’t need anything but your phone and a headset. (17:00) You don’t need to meditate for hours a day—here’s how little you need for meditation to have an impact on your life. (26:25) Find out more about Brenda: www.brendavilla.com IG: TheRealBrendaVilla FB:  TheRealBrendaVilla LinkedIn: Brenda Villa Register for our 30 Days to Vibrant Energy Challenge: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/energychallenge Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall  Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
34:3602/07/2019
Building a business you can take a vacation from

Building a business you can take a vacation from

Taking a vacation as an employee is fairly easy: Request time off, get it approved and then arrange your travel. If you’re an entrepreneur, taking time off is a lot more complicated. But you need vacations–especially when you’re working hard every day. In this episode, you’ll find out how to build a business that lets you take time off to recharge (and do it without constantly checking your emails). Show highlights include: Why the most passionate entrepreneurs often fail. (5:25) The first thing to design when starting your business (don’t even build a product or service before you do this). (6:25) Why limiting yourself is crucial in building any business that makes you happier. (9:00) The question that decides whether your business works for you—or you work for your business. (15:05) Why knowing how to get “unstuck” is crucial for any (aspiring) entrepreneur. (21:00) Register for our 30 Days to Vibrant Energy Challenge: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/energychallenge Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
26:0425/06/2019
What your need to be liked is costing you

What your need to be liked is costing you

Whether it’s in our workplace, our families, or our neighborhoods, it’s totally normal to want to be liked. But when being liked becomes a NEED, it can drive us away from who we truly are. We can fail to stand up for ourselves, or lose touch with the things that bring us joy, or morph into inauthentic versions of ourselves. And who wants that? To avoid those outcomes, this episode will help you understand the hidden costs of your need to be liked—and show you how you can balance that desire with an ability to be your true self. When you implement what you learn in this episode, you’ll be a happier and healthier version of you! You’ll feel stronger and more in control. You’ll get to spend time doing things that bring you joy. And you’ll still be totally lovable (maybe even more so). Show highlights include: The two identities fighting in your head—and how to unite them both into one powerful personality. (5:15) You want to serve others, but you also have to serve yourself… here’s when you should stop serving others and focus on yourself. (7:45) How wanting to be liked can cost you financially (in your personal life AND in your job). (10:40) How to be liked and get your needs met—both at the same time. (14:35) Pre-register for our 30 Days to Vibrant Energy Challenge: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/30daychallenge Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
18:4218/06/2019
What my dad taught me about getting things done

What my dad taught me about getting things done

Let’s face it - our parents are our very first, and often most impactful, teachers. From learning to walk and talk to providing lessons about manners to values, their commitment to this teaching role is core to who we become. Every dad has his own style, and probably also his own niche in this role. In this episode, you’ll hear about the most important lessons Cherylanne learned from her dad that have shaped her own life, and how you can implement those strategies and tactics for yourself. Show highlights include: The most important balance to strike in your life. (5:15) How to make important decisions faster. (7:30) The 1-step productivity “technique” that gets rid of procrastination, pondering and endless thinking. (10:45) The simple mindset shift you need to make so you can solve any problem you encounter (this is simple, but not easy). (18:40) Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com And to find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/ Pre-register for the 30 Day Energy Challenge: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/30daychallenge
22:3811/06/2019
How to Dress Better with stylist Elysha Lenkin

How to Dress Better with stylist Elysha Lenkin

Don’t you just love those days when everything just seems to fall into place? The moments that make you feel strong, powerful and unstoppable. These days, although sometimes unexpected, don’t just happen by accident. If you want to create more of them in your life, you need to understand what makes them so good in the first place. And then put that on repeat. One of the key reasons for a good day? It starts with feeling good about yourself. And you always feel good when you love what you’re wearing.  Elysha Lenkin is a stylist who specializes in making women feel like superstar every day of their lives. Listen to this episode and find out how to dress so you can bring your A-game every single day! Show highlights include: What yoga can teach you about dressing to feel like a superstar. (11:35) How to intentionally trigger yourself into being your best self when you dress in the morning. (16:10) How to design your wardrobe for emotions so you’ll feel how you want to feel whenever you want to. (17:50) Why not to use Google for finding new outfits or clothing (and what page Elysha’s high-level clients use for compiling the clothes they like). (28:00) How clothing propels you into the life you want to life—or keeps you from living that life. (34:55) Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all:  https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com And to find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough:  https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/ Elysha Lenkin helps women express themselves through fashion so they look current, feel confident and stay true to themselves. As a commercial stylist for more than 20 years, she’s styled women of all shapes and sizes including Tina Fey, Carrie Underwood and Serena Williams. Her weekly blog and video show provide inspired style tips and insider tricks that make fashion fun and approachable. And when she’s not working, she’s hanging out with her husband and 2 kids on the Lower East Side of Manhattan. https://elyshalenkin.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elysha_nyc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elyshalenkin/ FREE bonus for Brilliant Balance listeners - 7 Steps To An Incredible Outfit: https://elyshalenkin.com/brilliantbalance/
41:5804/06/2019
Gearing up for Summer Break: Working Mom Strategies That Work

Gearing up for Summer Break: Working Mom Strategies That Work

As a kid, summers were just plain awesome. Those carefree days you spent at the pool, on family vacations, or just hanging out with your friends have become treasured memories. But as a working mom, summers are a lot more stressful. You want to make sure your kids create the same kinds of memories, and yet you have to work. Here’s the good news: Your job and your summer plans don’t have to be at war. You can make this season memorable and kick butt at work, all at the same time. This episode will show you how. Show highlights include: How to create a “summer schedule” for long, relaxing evenings with the family after a productive day at work. (4:00) The “apprenticeship method” you can use to prepare your kids for adulthood and take some work off your plate at the same time. (6:10) 8 skills to teach your kids before they move out of your house. (7:05) How to make sure your kids have an amazing summer break —even when you have to work. (10:20) Why you SHOULD let your kids get bored. (14:25) Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall Get into my FREE online training - Master the 3 P’s of Work Life Brilliance: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/webinar Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com
19:1928/05/2019
Why Making New Friends Is Harder As An Adult

Why Making New Friends Is Harder As An Adult

As children, making friends is so easy. All it really takes is 10 minutes of tag on the playground to make a connection that can build indefinitely. As adults, it seems super hard to make friends. But it doesn’t have to be. There are reliable ways to make deep connections with people and turn them into intimate friendships. If you want to strengthen your connections and make more friends, you’ve come to the right place. Show highlights include: The depressing reason we treasure our oldest friends so much. (3:20) 3 things every friendship has to have to form and deepen. (5:00) The most common belief holding adults back from making new friends. (8:30) If you’re ambitious in your work, spending time with friends might seem hard—but this realization will make it easy. (10:55) Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com And to find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
18:2221/05/2019
Why Doing it ALL is Overrated

Why Doing it ALL is Overrated

  You’ve probably heard the phrase “more is more.” But is that ALWAYS true? We often feel like we should be working more, doing more and saying yes to ALL THE THINGS. But when you try to do everything, you lose focus. You feel like you’re pulled in a thousand directions. In this episode, you’ll hear how saying no strategically can give you the opportunity to shine AND a little room to breathe. Show highlights include: - The counter-intuitive question to ask yourself when you don’t have enough time to get everything done. (5:10) - When you say no, make sure you don’t enter this cycle (or else you might commit to the wrong things). (7:15) - How to know exactly when to trim your to do list AND when you can safely commit to doing something extra. (10:40) - If you want to be good at something, you need to say no more often. Here’s why. (16:00) Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com And to find out more about my signature coaching program, Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
20:3814/05/2019
Becoming Unstoppable with Kara Goldin, CEO of Hint Water

Becoming Unstoppable with Kara Goldin, CEO of Hint Water

One of the most fulfilling aspects of life is the ability to pursue a purpose. Being passionate about what you do each day gives you clarity and energy in all aspects of your life. And no matter what you might be juggling on a given day, we are all wired for a sense of mission. Today’s guest, Kara Goldin, turned her passion for health into a $100M+ company. She is the CEO of Hint Water, a mother of four and hosts the podcast, “Unstoppable“. Listen to this episode and find out how Kara has been able to balance her career and family while keeping a relentless eye on her purpose. Show highlights include: - When you’re wondering what to do next, ask yourself these two questions and get clear on your purpose. (7:40) - The hidden challenges of building a national brand from scratch—and how to get past them and enjoy the process. (15:00) - How to grow through setbacks like getting fired. (24:30) - How Kara “gets it all in“ in the same seven days you also have. (26:00) Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com And to find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
35:2907/05/2019
Do You Talk Too Much? Why talking about our problems isn't always good

Do You Talk Too Much? Why talking about our problems isn't always good

We all have problems from time to time - but who do we turn to for guidance when we need it? Sometimes it’s just therapeutic to talk it out and vent about our issues with family and friends that we trust. In this episode, you’ll find out who you should actually be talking to, and when to stop talking altogether - so you can take action - and finally enable YOURSELF to solve them. Show highlights include: - The key reasons sharing your problems can become dangerous and keep you from solving them. (5:10) - How to determine whether you’re sharing your problems with the right people who’ll help you advance past the barrier. (6:40) - The question you need to answer in order to know whether you’re talking about your problems the right way. (12:00) - What to do when you don’t even know which questions to ask yourself anymore. (14:20) Download your Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Start listening now!
16:5930/04/2019
Strategically Selfish: Is it ever okay to do something for yourself?

Strategically Selfish: Is it ever okay to do something for yourself?

Let’s face it - being called selfish is usually a bad thing. Yet being selfish at the right point in time can actually be good - it can even help you make an amazing impact in OTHER people’s lives. In other words: You get to serve those you love (including yourself) by being selfish at the right moment. You’ll find out when those right moments are in this episode of Brilliant Balance. Show highlights include: - Why taking care of yourself is NOT selfish and actually benefits those you love. (6:10) - 2 questions to ask yourself to determine if doing something you enjoy is really selfish. (8:30) - Why you need to invest both time and money in yourself to improve the lives of your loved ones. (15:30) - The difference between “strategically selfish” and frivolously selfishness. (18:10) Download your Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Start listening now!
20:2623/04/2019
When to Say When: Decide when you've done enough for the day

When to Say When: Decide when you've done enough for the day

Let’s face it - with all you have to juggle on a daily basis, stress is almost a badge of honor. But with all the energy you put into advancing your career, growing yourself and being with your family, at some point you need to feel ok about unplugging. In this episode, you’ll find out when you can be satisfied for the day and give yourself a healthy dose of “done”. Instead of juggling all your tasks, you’ll feel energized and allow yourself the rest you need to make the next day another amazing journey. Show highlights include: - Why you shouldn’t try to not fall asleep at night (staying up late actually harms your productivity). (5:20) - How to put an end to the infinite stream of tasks and know exactly when you’ve earned your rest for the day. (6:10) - How to enjoy even the last hour of work and what do reward yourself with at the end of the day. (15:35) - Why you need to have a life outside of work even if you love what you do. (20:50) Download your Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Start listening now!  
23:4216/04/2019
The Secret To Losing Stress Weight with Nagina Abdullah

The Secret To Losing Stress Weight with Nagina Abdullah

It’s easy to make bad food choices when you are working long hours and strapped for time. You might feel really good about your professional achievements, but don’t like the way your clothes fit or your reflection in the mirror. But what does it take to consistently keep “eat healthy” at the top of your to-do list? Our guest on today’s episode is Nagina Abdullah, founder of Masala Body and corporate management consultant-turned-weight loss coach. Nagina knows what we’re going through because she’s been there. She finally got fed up with not feeling good about herself and made a change, and today she’s going to share her secrets with us. And in this episode, you’ll learn how not to “stress-eat” and put on extra weight so that you can get up the next day, smile at yourself in the mirror and continue on your path. Show highlights include: - How to reach your dream body effortlessly (even if you just had kids). (7:45) - How a demanding job can make you overweight—and how to combat this without depriving yourself.(10:45) - Why sleeping badly can make you overeat the entire following day. (13:55) - How to trick your brain into eating healthy without effort. (17:55) - The smell that can curb your sugar cravings without you having to consume a single calorie. (19:10) Learn more about Nagina at: masalabody.com IG: @masalabody FB: https://www.facebook.com/masalabody/ FREE bonus for Brilliant Balance listeners: Nagina shares the "Sweet Spice Cheat Sheet" with the spice that is is in your kitchen cabinet! It helps to lower blood sugar and curb sugar cravings. The cheat sheet includes: - 3 health benefits of using this spice - 5 ways to use it in your day - An easy recipe using this spice https://Masalabody.com/BrilliantBalance Download your Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Start listening now!
37:3809/04/2019
From Burned Out to Fired Up - How to make the shift

From Burned Out to Fired Up - How to make the shift

When you’re on your A game with the things in your life that fill you with energy and purpose, it can be an amazing feeling. But if you don’t take time to breathe once in awhile, what used to energize you can eventually take an ugly turn. In this episode, you’ll gain an essential toolkit to go from burned out to fired up. Listen now to transform your perspective and fall in love with your life again. Show highlights include: - Why you can’t be “on” all the time—and the best strategies for giving yourself “off-time” to regenerate so you can be fired up for your next task. (5:10) - Why you need to take breaks, and how to optimize them so they re-energize you. (6:40) - What to do when burnout becomes a health issue—not just a nuisance. (11:35) - How burnout can help you make your dreams a reality in the long-term. (12:50) Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com And to find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
18:5702/04/2019
Imperfect Action — Why Done Is Better Than Perfect

Imperfect Action — Why Done Is Better Than Perfect

When you’re managing the many aspects of your professional life and your home life (and don’t forget about yourself!), your to-do list can get out of control quickly. Sometimes it’s so extreme, you don’t even know where to begin. Overwhelm, anyone? In this episode, you’ll hear about the three steps to break the feeling of overwhelm and learn how to flow through your tasks, checking them off one after another. Show highlights include: - How to tackle tasks that seem too big to be done effortlessly. (9:45) - A two-minute technique to regain clarity and reduce stress when you look at your desk. (11:50) - Do you have “Writer’s Block”? Here’s when you should make your writing messy and ignore English language rules. (12:30) - Why quick tasks expand into multiple weeks—and how to stop that process using your smartphone. (14:15) If you’re ready to get things done while feeling healthy, energized and inspired, unleash your full potential at Brilliant Balance Live! Get your ticket here: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/live-event-may-2019/ Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com And to find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/
19:2526/03/2019
Why some women seem to have all the luck

Why some women seem to have all the luck

Some women seem to live a charmed life - everything just falls their way. Maybe they start a business at the perfect point in time, or bump into just the right person when they need it most. They consistently get huge returns on the chances they take. These women seem to magnetize luck. And while you can’t control luck, you can take more advantage of the serendipity all around you. In this episode, you’ll hear how you can attract more luck into your own life and career. Experience the magic of luck - you’ll grow without even expecting it, and get a welcome boost on the way to your goals. Show highlights include: - Why optimists are the luckiest people—and how to become more optimistic without deluding yourself. (5:30) - How to make your vision reality—even if you think you’re years away. (7:05) - How lucky people change their self-talk and turn it into self-care. (8:20) - Sometimes, it only looks like luck. This is what usually fuels successful people’s “luck”. (12:45) - Oprah’s 2 minute habit that helped her magnetize the success she has had. (17:05) Download your Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Start listening now!  
22:4419/03/2019
Lessons from The Balance Project with Susie Orman Schnall

Lessons from The Balance Project with Susie Orman Schnall

Let’s face it - some women just look unstoppable. They raise great kids and maintain a killer relationship, while still driving toward their own goals and dreams. And honestly, they sparkle with joy in everything they do. Susie Orman Schnall, our very first guest on the Brilliant Balance podcast, got so curious about these women that she decided to interview a bunch of them!She curated those interviews in a series called The Balance Project which then inspired her novel by the same name. In fact, Susie has published three novels, winning a number of awards along the way, all while raising three boys and maintaining a great marriage with her husband. She approaches everything she does with a deep sense of purpose AND exuberant joy. You’ll love her.   In this episode, you’ll hear what she learned from the interviews she conducted and how she maintains her own level of brilliant balance: - How to keep intense projects from eroding your family life. (5:30) - Why being a “hot mess mom” isn’t something to be proud of. (9:45) - What to make space for in your life to enrich your relationships, career and health. (13:25) - What you can learn from doing intense workouts and athletic events. (33:55)   Follow Susie on Instagram @susieormanschnall Susie’s website:  https://susieschnall.com The Balance Project interviews (I’m #130!): https://susieschnall.com/balance-project-interviews Download your Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall   Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/   Learn more about Cherylanne’s work https://cherylanneskolnicki.com Start listening now!
40:4412/03/2019
Recovering From a Setback - do you Spring Forward or Fall Behind?

Recovering From a Setback - do you Spring Forward or Fall Behind?

How do we react to setbacks or disappointments in our lives - do we spring forward or fall back? Everybody has setbacks - trying to avoid them is useless. In fact, the bigger you play in life, the more often you’ll experience them. Instead of letting yours drag you down, learn about the magic of transforming them into opportunities to get everything you want (and more). In this episode, you’ll learn how to spring forward when setbacks happen in your life, including a proven method to get back to your A game quickly. Show highlights include: - Why “dust yourself off, keep going” is bad advice—and how to use self-care to make recovery more fun and more effective. (4:10) - 2 questions to ask yourself to reverse any setback and turn it into an opportunity. (8:45) - How to channel your “a-game” by changing tiny details in your life. (13:00) - The most important decision you need to make when a setback happens to you. (19:15) Download your Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work https://cherylanneskolnicki.com   Start listening now!  
22:5105/03/2019
Are you settling for a B+ life?

Are you settling for a B+ life?

Sure, your life is pretty good, but can it be better? What is preventing you from squeezing every ounce of opportunity and potential out of it? Life can be an infinite cascade of possibilities, so don’t settle for less than the best YOU can be. After listening to this episode, you’re going to be in a far superior position to step up and go from good to great. Let’s do this. Here Are The Highlights: - Why it’s my life’s mission to get women to step up (7:00) - The mind-riddling lies you tell yourself that are preventing you from being the best you can be (8:50) - A powerful time rebalancing tip that allows you to wake up every single day with energy and passion for doing what you love (11:15) -------------------------------- If you want to stop settling for less than what’s truly possible and get back on your A-Game, then we are here to help you make that happen. Click here to connect with me and my team. -------------------------------- Download your FREE Rebalancing Toolkit to design a week that lets you feel like you have it all: https://brilliantbalance.net/haveitall Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057/ Learn more about Cherylanne’s work: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com And to find out more about Brilliant Balance Breakthrough: https://cherylanneskolnicki.com/brilliant-balance/ --------------------------------  
16:5326/02/2019