Personal Strides

Today I have a message to share with a very specific type of High Achieving Woman. Odds are, if you are here it might be you or someone you know.

Be sure to listen in for advice on how to build a sustainable journey in life that fulfills you. I'm going to roll out the EXACT blueprint you need!

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Do you subscribe to the hustle culture, or reject it?

I’ve been a lifelong subscriber … and most of my life never even realized it. I kept paying dues without noticing and usually got some good results back.

Tune in to learn what I discovered about Hustle Culture and how it can positively or negatively impact our life.

If you are a woman aged 45-60 ... or will be one day, you need to hear this episode! Debbie Harris is our guest to share key insights so that you can:

Stop stressing over your weight and start living at your ideal health weight!

Discover the truth about your hormones, and a simple 3-step action plan to embrace your ideal healthy weight without dieting.

Debbie Harris is an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, hypnotist, and Founder of the 30 to Life Solution, a proprietary program for women 45-60 to elevate their health, release excess weight...

Welcome back to a new year, new vibes, and fresh content.

The best part of a new year is this undercurrent vibe that says ‘you can have a fresh start’.

I promised you my word of the year … and I’m going to share it. But a bit about the concept first…

Today you will hear WHY you should have one, HOW to pick it, and WHAT to do with it once you have it. I will also share MY word of the year, and how I am using it to inform my goals.

Welcome to the FINAL episode of 2025 ... where Stacy breaks the vault wide open, sharing the reality behind her year, the struggles she faced, and what she did about it.

If you have ever had a season or a year that left you wondering "Is it all worth it?" or "Should I just burn it down and start over?" ... THIS episode is for YOU!

Listen in to hear tips on how to navigate a difficult season of life and an easy outline to prep for a great start to the new year!

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Today I have prepared a Native-American inspired Gratitude Prayer for our Living World in honor of Thanksgiving and with a nod to my Native American ancestors.

My wish is that it brings a moment of grounded peace into your life during what may sometimes be a whirlwind of a week.

Thank you for showing up, and thank you for sharing this blessing.

It's BACK!!! My annual Favorite Things list is being revealed in this episode.

Grab the links below, stock your Amazon cart, and make Black Friday the easiest one ever by getting these MUCH-LOVED products that truly work in my life.

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Today I am sitting down with Deborah Edgar to hear her story. This interview touches on so many levels of humanity, challenge, and reclaiming your life. When I tell you that it is a deep story, I am not exaggerating!

We will hear a variety of topics to include gaining confidence to own your life story, surviving abuse and loss, navigating grief, the creation cycle, defining your own narrative, discovering who you were truly created to be, and so much more! If you have ever doubted yourself, struggled in hard times, or felt unsure of what comes n...

This is a break in our regular interview schedule for a fireside chat today!

I am cracking open the door to talk about WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ... specifically answering these questions:

1- Is it necessary?

2- Are we doing more harm than good?

3- Why does it even matter?

4- What does it even do for women?

Dive in and see if you agree!

PS- If this episode made you think, share it with a friend who might have these same questions!

Have you ever wondered what happens to professional athletes after their sports career comes to an end?

My guest today, Michael Brown is going to pull back the curtain on that and SO many other insights for us as he shares his Personal Strides from professional athlete to philanthropy, and now as the Associate Athletics Director for Advancement at William and Mary College.

Jump into this conversation as it covers topics like:

Today you will hear the story of a life-altering battle with Lymes disease that led our guest to search for wisdom when the sea of experts wasn’t enough.

Dr. Laura Gabayan is a world-renowned physician and expert in research. Through her Wisdom Research Project, she interviewed 60 wise adults across North America and defined the 8 fundamental elements of wisdom. She describes her findings in her new book, Common Wisdom: 8 Scientific Elements of a Meaningful Life .

Thanks for joining us to learn more about how YOU can develop the skills sets of Wisdom, which will have a po...

When is the last time you paused to really consider how you are showing up in your life? You know, as in how people are FEELING your presence?

Listen to discover the connection between your head, heart, and gut ... and what that means for how you connect with others!

Discover 3 questions for a Personal Presence Audit.

And grab some easy to apply tactics for aligning your Presence with the impact you want to have on your life.

Billions in real-estate sales, TV star, Author: these are just a few of the words that describe this week's guest, Bianca D'Alessio!

In this episode, you will learn why playing the long game in life is essential.

You will follow Bianca's story of personal strides that includes:

I have been promising a transformation of the show for weeks now, and today I’m excited to officially kick off Personal Strides with you!

We have incredible interviews lined up for you with doctors, authors, tv stars, athletes, executives and so many more. Seriously the stories that you are going to gain access to on this show are mind blowing. 

In addition to the though provoking interviews, I will be stopping in from time to time to give you episodes with direct insights, skills, and actionable items that I share with my elite level coa...

Holy Smokes ... this is our LAST Chick Chat episode!

Don't miss this final chapter of Chick Chat, where we discuss how to retain and improve FOCUS during seasons of change and chaos!

PLUS- listen in to find out what happens next for the show!!! You will find out when, where, and how the show is pivoting ... and what comes after Chick Chat.

Thanks for being a loyal listener--> I can't wait to take the next step with you by my side,

Stacy

You may not spend much time thinking about what your lifespan will be ... or how you will be living when you are 80 years old. But the truth is, what we do TODAY impacts how we live in our golden years.

So how do we maximize our personal timeline? We all know the traditional advice: eat right, move, have strong relationships, be proactive with your health, have an environment with fewer toxins, etc.

And there is new evidence to indicate another KEY HABIT for longevity.

Tune in to discover the science-backed facts for having a...

If you’ve ever been in a season of life that felt stagnant, or suffocating, or uncomfortable, or that you have maybe outgrown your current state … it’s time for a transformation my friend!

Just like your wardrobe will slowly become outdated, or your shoes will become too worn down, or your makeup will no longer be trendy … you will outgrow your current way of living life at some point.

Join us to discover why transformations are so uncomfortable, how to navigate the process with more ease, and a few tools to support the journey.

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Some mistakes are more visible than others. If you have ever felt like you made a BIG mistake, listen in as Stacy reveals her latest big mistake ... and her take on it!

There is no better time to stop and check in on yourself, your goals, and your progress than now!

Today we are going to go through a holistic check-in to really assess how your life is going by looking at 7 Life-Fulfillment check points:

Only YOU can change your life, and the place to start is with awareness... When you know what is and what isn’t working in your life, you can make tweaks, try new approaches, or even em...

Loss of direction. Reduced motivation. Feelings of frustration. Lack of clarity. Longing for fulfillment.

These are just a few of the signs of BURNOUT in your work.

It is real, it makes a big impact ... and you CAN do something about it!

Join me in this conversation today as we explore:

I'm glad you're here, let's jump in!

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Have you ever truly defined success on your OWN terms?

Join me today as we jump into this concept of taking the reins and intentionally defining success for yourself with the guiderails of connection.

We will explore the 4 areas of connection that are critical to living a fulfilling life. I hope you will join me!

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We’ve all been there… things aren’t necessarily bad in your life, but you have a nagging feeling that leaves you unsettled.

That sense of “could it be better, bigger, different?”

Most of us have been trained our entire lives to ignore that intuition and internal calling; we learn to silence it.  We muffle it by keeping ourselves busy and piling on the to-do list.  We numb ourselves with coping mechanisms. 

The result? We become overwhelmed, exhausted, and burned out.  

The solution, however, is actually quite simple ... join me today as we explore the power of a PIVOT and how to know if this is your time or not!

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You’ve done it … you made it thru the month of May which, in my opinion is almost harder than December. It also means you are entering the halfway mark of the year- hard to believe.

It feels like a good time to analyze goals, your progress, and your pivots needed to execute on those big goals.  

But honestly, if we jump right into the metrics and ignore the underlying foundation it can point us in the right direction.

Today I want to chat about your energy.  By now you probably know that I love to blend the woo with the science and the work … I truly believe that if we don’t tap into...

Have you ever gone after a BHAG? You know, the "Big Hairy Audacious Goals"?  I’ve done it fairly regularly in my life, and my latest attempt just wrapped up.

Today I’m peeling back the curtain to share with you the process, mindset, ups and downs, and reality behind the experience of pursuing your biggest goals.

We will discuss the 4-phases of goal achievement, and what to expect in each phase.

If you’ve been considering a BHAG, or are in the middle of one, this episode will ignite your fire and encourage you to go for it with practical advice for when the going gets tough!

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Reflecting on Mother’s Day this past weekend, I realize that for many of us our role as mother means we are both CEO and COO for our family… On top of often working full-time outside of home. And even if you aren’t a mother, the odds are high if you’re a woman that you do a lot of the behind the scenes lifting in your household, and caregiving beyond your household. 

Today, I’m going to share some hacks and routines from various distinct segments of my life in hopes that they can inspire you to think...

In today's episode I sit down with Whitney Asher, owner of Sound Wave Strategy to talk business ... but really for us to take a deep dive into the topic of Mental Health. Whitney bravely shares her journey and struggles with us, including:

Have you ever noticed that you seem to repeat the same challenges with the same people, over and over again?

Today I am breaking down the #1 way to improve all of the relationships in your life: biz & personal!

Join me on this deep dive to unlock a smoother connection to those around you!

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*BIG ANNOUCEMENT: Did you hear? Stacy is going to be giving a TEDx talk May 18, 2025! More to come, and we can't wait to share it with you once it's live!

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If you are hustling and kicking ass all day as a professional + maybe you're also a momma, wife, biz owner, girlfriend, caregiver, and/or pet-parent ... only to find that you are exhausted, overwhelmed, numb and a little bit empty, then you NEED to hear today's episode!

We will break down the statistics behind this phenomenon and explore 3 things you can do to end the cycle of exhaustion as you point yourself towards aligned joy.

If you like what you hear, give us a review or subscribe on your favorite platform so that you never miss...

Welcome to the 2nd of our Chat's with the amazing Britni Miltner!

Today we are exploring the power of Connection: why it matters, how to build it, and it impact on the world around you.

If you have ever felt lonely, stagnant, insecure, isolated, disconnected, or left out ... this is episode is for you!!

Be sure to check out our first chat with Britni:

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I am thrilled to welcome you into this conversation with the incredible Britni Miltner! She is passionate about building supportive communities, especially for military spouses and remote working moms!

Today's chat digs into SO many great topics:

Be sure to reach out and connect with Britni! You can find her through the links below:

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Join us for an important chat about VACATION! Today we will explore key topics around learning to disconnect so that you can reconnect with what matters, and to prevent burnout.

In this episode, you will learn:

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Have you ever paused to consider what you are PROJECTING without any words?

Today we are going to unpack how our non-verbal communication absolutely impacts our ability to appear authentic. We will explore how that impacts our ability to communicate well and retain productive connections.

Listen as we share the insider secrets from the latest Equine Factor Executive Retreat ... sharing what the horses taught our participants, and how that applies to everyday life!

If you want to learn more about horses + leadership, check it out at The Equine Factor.

Have you ever wanted to write a book? Listen in as Ben pulls back the curtain to share insider secrets around writing a book, including:

More than just book writing, we hear Ben’s story of going from a life of drug use to volunteering in the Himalayas, and then to speak on large stages and eventually to becoming a book writing coach.

The big idea that he shares which for me wa...

Have you ever reached a milestone of "success", only to find that you felt a bit under-whelmed by it? Or maybe you are frantically working towards success, but are not enjoying the journey of that process?

If so, tune in today to learn how to create Unbridled Success, that is accompanied by true fulfillment! And don't forget to share with a friend if you found this episode useful:)

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Are you feeling it? The creep of overwhelm as it starts to cast a shadow on your life.

It doesn't last forever, but it is always inconvenient!

Tune in today as we chat about the impact of overwhelm, and 10 tips to navigate this pesky season of discomfort.

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Do you know the #1 mistake with your resume? If you have ever looked for a job, or plan to look for one in the future ... you MUST listen to this chat with Mary Southern, the Resume Assassin!

She gives us so many nuggets on how to improve our resume, what the biggest mistakes are that people make ... and how to have an online presence that actually helps your career and job search!

Don't miss this value packed conversation -> and be sure to link up with Mary and check out all that she has to...

HEART- we All have a heart, and it is central for our health, daily function, and in the energy that we give to the world.

Join me as I reflect on an inspiring heart-related event that I attended. I will share my thoughts on how we can care for our heart both physically and figuratively, why we must care for others, and how to make an impact in your corner of the world.

To see photos of the event, click over to my profile and follow me on LinkedIN.

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This episode went live originally in February ... the month of Love. So today we are focusing on starting at the beginning - learning to LOVE yourself!

So many times we put ourselves last, or don't show true love to ourselves or our journey. I'm here to inspire you to make a change- to learn how to show up for yourself, how to love YOUR journey, and how to appreciate YOUR unique qualities.

I invite you take a listen and see what resonates; use these clear and easy to follow tips to lean into...

Transitions and seasons of change are historically hard for us as humans! If you are like most of us, it can fill you with stress. But what if we could find a way to love, or at least thrive, during times of change?

Guess what, we can! Tune in today to find out how.

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If you have ever wanted to try Meditation or Manifestation and didn't know how to begin ... this episode is for you. AND if you are like me and have maybe tried with limited to no success in either endeavor, this episode is DEFINITELY for you!

Today I will explore the definition, benefits, challenges, and possibilities with both manifestation and meditation ... which led to my personal blended practice: the Manifestation Meditation.

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