No More Mr. Nice Guy

I'm finding myself in a creative rut after taking a social media sprint, and I'm asking myself the existential question: where do I go from here? Listen in today to my coaching session with my friend/phenomenal Business Coach Elisa Owen.  Follow Elisa on Instagram.Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 life coaching.Say hey to Katherine on IG.Come hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips.

I'm sharing a brief personal update today on how the ripple effects of the meditation retreat are impacting my life and work. When we make big transitions and become new versions of ourselves, we often face a liminal space between one version and the next. That's where I am right now. Sharing with you some words of wisdom today to consider if you're here too.Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 life coaching.Say hey to Katherine on IG.Come hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips.

I'm baaaaack from the most intense spiritual experience I've ever had: a 9-day silent meditation retreat. Today, I'm sharing the three biggest learnings I'm sitting with since the experience (and how you can use them in your day to day): — Impermanence— Freedom = Letting Go— Our monkey minds are certifiably loony.Tune in to learn how to apply these themes to your life, starting right now.Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 life coaching.Say hey to Katherine on IG.Come hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips.

Sharing a greatest hits episode on pursuing well.Pursuing goals often involves urgency, needing to prove and making the goal responsible for our emotional state ("I'll finally feel happy when..."). But, that unhealthy chase leaves us devoid of joy and exhausted.If the richness of life lies in the journey and not the destination, how can we improve the quality of the journey so we can have more joy, satisfaction and fun along the way? Today, Katherine breaks down the art of PURSUIT: how we release the need to prove ourselves + make goals our emotional saviors. And instead, how to approach goals from a healthy, grounded place. Like being securely attached to what we want in life.Tune in to discover her new intention for pursuit, and how you can create your own. Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 life coaching.Say hey to Katherine on IG.Come hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips.

Today I'm sharing two powerful coaching questions that can lead to significant life changes should you be bold enough to get honest with yourself when answering them. These questions challenge you to reflect deeply on YOUR role in creating unwanted life circumstances and to envision what your future self would advise in moments of key decision making. Have a beautiful week.Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 life coaching.Say hey to Katherine on IG.Come hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips.

Today, we dive deep into how to cultivate a "happiness mindset," which can become your default setting to create a foundation of contentment in your life. How do I know? I've created this, and today I'm sharing the 8 key components that helped me shift from a place of stress, frustration and self-doubt into joy, clarity and purpose. If you've ever found yourself stuck in the loop of self-criticism or waiting for happiness to come “someday,” this episode is for you, hun!We explore:— A simple rule of thumb to turn complaints into action— Why shifting to a solution-oriented perspective can change everything— The mindset shift that helped me start truly enjoying my day to day— How to stop believing unkind thoughts— Why it's essential to take your dreams seriously— The importance of giving your emotions space — How aligning your words, actions, and values brings deeper connection— How a daily gratitude practice rewires your brain for joySchedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 life coaching.Say hey to Katherine on IG.Come hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips.

Katherine discusses the experience of being in the deep end of life and navigating its inherent uncertainty. She, too, is in the deep end right now— she shares personal insights from a big wave of momentum in her business. Be prepared for wisdom on embracing uncertainty, letting go of perfectionism, and learning to trust yourself in the process of change.We Cover:— What it means to be in the deep end (hint: you get to decide)— Katherine's latest experience with stepping into a big business challenge— Adapting your routine, energy, and mindset to fit your needs— The importance of honoring changing lifestyle desires— Letting go of who you think you are to evolve into who you are becoming— Trusting yourself!— The value of focusing only on the "right next step"Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 life coaching.Say hey to Katherine on IG.Come hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips.

Today we're diving into ACCOUNTABILITY— the potent force that helps us stretch into bigger, badass-er goals. Katherine shares personal insights from three accountability systems she currently has in place, and she distills the key elements of what makes them work.We cover:— Three real-life accountability systems Katherine currently uses— Key elements of successful accountability systems— Fun ideas to make accountability more enjoyable and motivating— How accountability can vastly improve multiple life categories, from finances to fitness to creative pursuitsPARTY ON DISCORD! The School of Possibility's new online hangout spot. Like your neighborhood coffee shop, but digital (+ totally free!).Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 life coaching.Say hey to Katherine on IG.Come hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips.

Today, I interview my client Maddie about the incredible shifts she's made in our six months of coaching together. Initially struggling with a job that didn't align, low self-worth, and relationships that felt obligatory, Maddie was ready to take action to create a balanced, rooted life on her terms. Despite a long history with therapy, coaching brought a new approach by focusing on self-trust rather than external circumstances. Maddie learned to listen to her instantaneous intuition, embrace self-compassion, and release the need for external validation. The episode highlights powerful shifts in mindset, relationships, and self-perception, leading to a newfound sense of inner steadiness and clarity. Tune in to hear the incredible results she created across her whole life in just six months. PARTY ON DISCORD! The School of Possibility's new online hangout spot. Like your neighborhood coffee shop, but digital (+ totally free!).Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 life coaching.Say hey to Katherine on IG.Come hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips.

Are you in a safe struggle? The safe struggle is a recurring drama we fixate on that keeps us stuck and distracts us from deeper, underlying issues. By exploring four essential questions, you'll gain new clarity on what you you're avoiding. Acknowledging the deeper issue allows you to reclaim your energy and release unnecessary drama from your life.These patterns are a natural part of the human brain's behavior. Noticing a safe struggle doesn't mean there's something wrong with you—it's an invitation to connect with yourself on a deeper level.PARTY ON DISCORD! The School of Possibility's new online hangout spot. Like your neighborhood coffee shop, but digital (+ totally free!).Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 life coaching.Say hey to Katherine on IG.Come hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips.

In this inspiring episode, we reconnect with Aaron, six months in to coaching with Katherine. Aaron opens up about the significant changes and personal growth he's experienced. From balancing the joys and challenges of parenthood to managing a demanding corporate job plus growing a business, Aaron shares his insights on finding time for self reflection and personal development.Katherine and Aaron discuss the pivotal moments that shifted his perspective from a "fix-it" mentality to embracing awareness and authenticity. He talks about the power of small, consistent practices, the impact of self appreciation, and the importance of showing up as his true self. Aaron's story models how choosing to practice authenticity in low-stakes situations builds the confidence to be genuine in more critical moments.Learning to trust himself, manage high expectations, and appreciate the journey of personal growth, Aaron's story is a true testament to the endless potential within us all.Episode #26 is Aaron's "Before" Story. Take a listen here. Joy Reboot is a 7-week adventure to more joy in your day to day. Join Katherine + a small, friendly community for weekly live workshops, daily inspiration, activities, playlists (!) and designed to guide you through a powerful process of cultivating more joy. Curious? Sign up for a free 30-minute exploratory call w/Katherine right here to get started.PARTY ON DISCORD! The School of Possibility's new online hangout spot. Like your neighborhood coffee shop, but digital (+ totally free!).Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 life coaching.Say hey to Katherine on IG.Come hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips.

CHOOSE JOY: What does this mean? Why is it Katherine's fundamental value? How do we actually do it?Choosing joy isn't about overriding negative emotions so we can seem "happy." Choosing joy is the intentional practice of consciously making decisions that orient us toward joy. Every moment we can.Here's how...Joy Reboot is a 7-week adventure to more joy in your day to day. Join Katherine + a small, friendly community for weekly live workshops, daily inspiration, activities, playlists (!) and designed to guide you through a powerful process of cultivating more joy. Curious? Sign up for a free 30-minute exploratory call w/Katherine right here to get started.PARTY ON DISCORD! The School of Possibility's new online hangout spot. Like your neighborhood coffee shop, but digital (+ totally free!).Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 life coaching.Say hey to Katherine on IG.Come hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips.

Today's Q + A session answers the questions:— How do I stop trauma bonding in my work life?— How do you remind yourself of your capability when you're feeling blue?— How do I find groundedness?— How does imposture syndrome show up outside of work?Tune in to hear the answers. Announcement! Joy Reboot is my new 7-week group coaching program to help you create more joy in your day to day. We start August 12th. Curious? Book a free 30-minute exploratory call with me here to get started. Resources from the episode:— Katherine Woodward Thomas on Mindvalley— Pema Chödrön's When Things Fall Apart— Jerry Colonna's RebootPARTY ON DISCORD! The School of Possibility's new online hangout spot. Like your neighborhood coffee shop, but digital (+ totally free!).Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 life coaching. Say hey to Katherine on IG.Come hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips.

Pursuing goals often involves urgency, needing to prove and making the goal responsible for our emotional state ("I'll finally feel happy when..."). But, that unhealthy chase leaves us devoid of joy and exhausted.If the richness of life lies in the journey and not the destination, how can we improve the quality of the journey so we can have more joy, satisfaction and fun along the way? Today, Katherine breaks down the art of PURSUIT: how we release the need to prove ourselves + make goals our emotional saviors. And instead, how to approach goals from a healthy, grounded place. Like being securely attached to what we want in life.Tune in to discover her new intention for pursuit. PARTY ON DISCORD! The School of Possibility's new online hangout spot. Like your neighborhood coffee shop, but digital (+ totally free!) : https://discord.gg/Wje9g8XRSchedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://tidycal.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call20240328213514Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksCome hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips: https://theschoolofpossibility.substack.com/

Today, Katherine shares 4 powerful coaching tools she uses everyday. You can put them into practice starting right now. Create acceptance, mental liberation, authority over your own life and MORE FUN. You'll be your own Life Coach with one listen. Enjoy!Byron Katie's 4 Liberating Questions: https://thework.com/instruction-the-work-byron-katie/PARTY ON DISCORD! The School of Possibility's new online hangout spot. Like your neighborhood coffee shop, but digital (+ totally free!) : https://discord.gg/Wje9g8XRSchedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://tidycal.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call20240328213514Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksCome hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips: https://theschoolofpossibility.substack.com/

Today, Katherine reflects on the last 12 months. The biggest lesson she has (re)learned is: happiness is a choice. Your choice. Right now.Tune in to hear what prompted this lesson to sink in even deeper, examples and a burning question for you to consider to ignite your happiness.Cheers to another year around the sun.PARTY ON DISCORD! The School of Possibility's new online hangout spot. Like your neighborhood coffee shop, but digital (+ totally free!) : https://discord.gg/Wje9g8XRSchedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://tidycal.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call20240328213514Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksCome hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips: https://theschoolofpossibility.substack.com/

Why do we fear the other shoe dropping when things are going well? Why do we need to be reminded to see the good that's happening? Today, Katherine breaks down how to LET IN THE GOOD that's already here.A coaching client recently shared with her how sharing celebrations each week is the most powerful part of the sessions because it trains his brain to find what's working.Learn to let in the good that's already here RIGHT NOW + you'll stop waiting around for your circumstances to be perfect in order to be happy.Tune in!PARTY ON DISCORD! The School of Possibility's new online hangout spot. Like your neighborhood coffee shop, but digital (+ totally free!) : https://discord.gg/Uq4e2pEVSchedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://tidycal.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call20240328213514Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksCome hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips: https://theschoolofpossibility.substack.com/

Indecision is c*ckblocking your energy! Choosing to spin in indecision instead of making a decision usually means an emotional block (likely fear!) is at play.Yet indecision creates brain fog, confusion, stuckness and spin until we brave up and make the call. How do we step out of the fear and finally f*cking decide? We answer that today. Decisions unlock possibility. Learn how to step out of the mental spin and reclaim your precious energy in today's episode. PARTY ON DISCORD! The School of Possibility's new online hangout spot. Like your neighborhood coffee shop, but digital (+ totally free!) : https://discord.gg/Uq4e2pEVSchedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://tidycal.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call20240328213514Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksCome hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips: https://theschoolofpossibility.substack.com/

Katherine is setting— and sharing!— a Big F*cking Goal with you today: to reach 1 million listens of this podcast. She breaks down the questions to answer as you're going for a big goal so you set yourself up for success, why this big goal is extra-important to her and what she's doing differently now versus any other goal she's had. Also, Katherine shows you how to make sure your goal is authentic to you (making it more likely for you to achieve it).Want to set a big f*cking goal together? Let's do it. PARTY ON DISCORD! The School of Possibility's new online hangout spot. Like your neighborhood coffee shop, but digital The worksheet from today's episode lives in the "goal setting" channel here: https://discord.gg/Uq4e2pEVSchedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://tidycal.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call20240328213514Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksCome hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips: https://theschoolofpossibility.substack.com/

Welcome to the brand spankin' new podcast— The School of Possibility. Today, Katherine introduces the wild world we're exploring of what's actually possible, and why listening will help you open up to more possibility in your life (starting right now). Thrilled to be kicking off all that this podcast has wanted to be!Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksSchedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://tidycal.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call20240328213514Come hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips: https://theschoolofpossibility.substack.com/

Rejection is a b*tch. Plain + simple. AND, it's a universal human experience that isn't about you.Today, Katherine shares a recent rejection story, how feeling that gut punch makes us stronger and an invitation to explore your own aliveness through risking rejection. Want to learn how to stop avoiding rejection so you can just f*cking go for it? Today's episode is here for you. Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksSchedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://tidycal.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call20240328213514Come hang out on Substack where I'm sharing stories + coaching tips: https://theschoolofpossibility.substack.com/

Katherine shares a personal story of waking up feeling like a failure to going to bed feeling proud of herself. No forcing positivity, making herself turn her mood around or repeating mantras ("everything is great!") she didn't believe. She shares what it looks like to be your own Life Coach— to be the observer of your own mind in order to understand yourself more deeply. A vulnerable share + important message. Tune in!Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksSchedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://tidycal.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call20240328213514

Hello! Katherine is back from Reset Month, refreshed + eager to share with you her most poignant learning. The biggest shift she made was turning the volume way down on internal pressure— that voice that says, "You have to do XYZ!" all day.Today, she shares with you the one single thought that was the source of her internal pressure, and how you can debunk the false story keeping you in urgency mode.Byron Katie's 4 Questions:Q1. Is it true?Q2. Can you absolutely know that it's true?Q3. How do you react, what happens, when you believe that thought?Q4. Who would you be without that thought?Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksSchedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://tidycal.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call20240328213514

A repost of the single MOST popular episode on the podcast (by 500%): Katherine dives into some of the most important lessons she has learned about friendship. And the tips to make your friendships more meaningful. Being a great friend isn't a skill we learn in school. It's a set of qualities you can embody starting right now. Katherine shares an important question to ask your friends to show you care, how to ask for consent to vent & why celebrating together is a secret weapon for connection.Listen in!How To Be A Great Friend, Pt. 1: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/10-how-to-be-a-great-friend-part-1/id1687373253?i=1000637974452Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksSchedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://tidycal.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call20240328213514

Katherine shares her quick n' dirty tips to help you truthfully express yourself in any conversation. Tune in to hear prompts for skillfully sharing what's on your mind, the art of the "pre-conversation" and why candid conversations are critical for true connection.Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksSchedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://tidycal.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call20240328213514

Katherine has been taking her first-ever "Reset Month" where she has dropped the internal pressure to DO DO DO. What has emerged are big realizations around the way she shows up. Today, she does a deep dive into the insights that have bubbled to the surface when she has given herself SPACE to simply be. Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksSchedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://tidycal.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call20240328213514

What does it take to ACTUALLY change your life? Today, Katherine shares her personal roadmap and top methods for making meaningful change. She has walked herself and countless others through amazing transformations. The roadmap she shares today will help YOU (*finally*) change your own life. Tune in!Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksSchedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://tidycal.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call20240328213514

WTF is liminal Space? Liminal space is the time between between 'what was' and 'what's next.' As we grow, we face moments where we've cast away from the shore but can't quite see the destination. The "in between" is a required stage in making meaningful change. Tune in today to learn how to show up for yourself in liminal space even when you're brain is seeking certainty and telling you to override this stage.Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksSchedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://tidycal.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call20240328213514

"What if I do it wrong?" is a common question that stops people from pursuing positive change.But, what if there is no such thing as a "right" or a "wrong" way? If you're stuck wanting to make sure you do everything right, I have a hot take in this episode for you.Today, Katherine shares the "a-ha!" fable that showed her we can never truly know if something is "right" or "wrong."And, how to go from "right" and "wrong" thinking to a growth mindset (where the magic lies). Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy?Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

Possibility holds the intangible future we can see for ourselves. When we're in possibility, we see that our circumstances are mutable, in our hands to shape. Reality is the here and now, the existing circumstances. The rent, kids, job, and other commitments we've made. What happens when your future vision and your reality seem at odds? Or, you can't envision how to create the possibilities you see for yourself given your reality today?Katherine deep dives into the tension between these two states, and how to radically transform it into creative rocket fuel.Tune in to make a radical change in your life, starting right now.Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy?Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

Your drama is draining your lifeforce, and keeping you from your greatness.Nice guys often create drama in their lives because they struggle to set boundaries, speak their needs and wants, and face conflict. But, your drama is an energy vampire, slowly sucking the life out of you. Today, Katherine shares a pep talk on making the courageous move to end the drama using ONE magic question that gives you your power back.Listen in to make a radical change in your life, starting right now. Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy?Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

Today, my client Aaron shares with you his "before" story as he is one month into his deeply transformative coaching experience. We talk through: — His changing relationship with anger— Creating space amidst parenting, marriage, a full-time job and running a business— Looking within for the answers— His backstory and what led him to coaching Listen in to hear this timestamp of Aaron's growth, and where he's headed for greater expansion across his whole life._______________I'm launching a fresh, new 6-week group experience called Your F*CK YES Life where we take your big vision, turn it into a roadmap, move your internal resistance out of the way and start taking inspired action toward your biggest, boldest dreams.March 25 — May 3.Podcast listeners get $100 off with discount code VIP.Not for the faint of heart. I'd love to have you.Info + sign up here: https://form.jotform.com/240636835194058Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy?Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

No More Mr. Nice Guy is now...*drum roll*... Your F*CK YES Life!Welcome to the brand spankin' new party. Your F*CK YES Life is a show about creating the biggest, best, brightest, most light-you-the-F-up experience of your life. Today, I give you a loud, proud pep talk on:— Owning your desires as your roadmap to life. — Committing to LOVING your life.— Setting quality standards— that "F*CK YES" is now your baseline measurement.Out with the "meh." In with the "F*CK YES."Let's do this! I'm launching a fresh, new 6-week group experience called Your F*CK YES Life where we take your big vision, turn it into a roadmap, move your internal resistance out of the way and start taking inspired action toward your biggest, boldest dreams.March 25 — May 3. Early bird pricing is $997 until Friday!Not for the faint of heart. I'd love to have you. Info + sign up here: https://form.jotform.com/240636835194058Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy?Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

What is the vision you have for your life?Why even have a life vision?Today, we explore why vision is mission critical to your F*CK YES life.9 Questions to help you define your F*CK YES vision:What do I MOST love to do?Who inspires me + why? (Alternate: Who makes me envious + why?)What stories inspire me?What does success mean to me?How would I spend my time if I had Oprah money?What kind of lifestyle do I want?What makes me excited to get out of bed in the morning?If I could make ONE contribution to the world before I die, what would that be?You're on your deathbed, reflecting on your long life and saying, “I'm so proud of myself for [fill in the blank].”Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy?Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

We're making a pivot. We've been focusing on "nice guy syndrome," and how the limiting patterns of seeking external validation are keeping you stuck. But, what's the BIG idea here? Why even examine your "nice guy" tendencies in the first place?The goal isn't to fixate on problems. The goal is to create a life for tomorrow that is more elevated than life today, to radically raise the quality of your life. So, that's what we're focusing on now— how to create your F*CK YES life. What does it mean to you to live a F*CK YES life?What would make your life a F*CK YES?Tune in today to hear about my transition to falling madly in love with my whole life, and how you can do the same.Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy?Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

What is the very first step required to make any meaningful change in your life?Acceptance.Without it, you'll keep finding yourself back at square one. Learn what acceptance actually is AND what it's not. Plus, why we resist acceptance (+ how to stop struggling with it). You'll also learn the TWO powerful questions to move yourself from resistance to acceptance. Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy?Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

Hey! Every day this week, I'm leading a brand new masterclass. Today's episode is on overcoming nice guy syndrome (once + for all!).Tune in to learn my THREE powerful tools to stop playing "nice guy" + start living authentically. Get what you want by *actually* being yourself.Awaken to Greatness: Katherine's NEW group coaching program Awaken to Greatness helps you go from playing small to showing up courageously, authentically and powerfully in just 8 weeks. Starts Feb. 12. Full details + link to sign up here: https://www.kathbrooks.com/awaken Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy?Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

Hey! Every day this week, I'm leading a brand new masterclass. You're invited to join live on Zoom at 12pm CT everyday. DM me on Instagram @kathbrooks for the Zoom link.Your joy is a win/win/win: a win for you, a win for those around you and a win for the world because joy is contagious. Here's an entire episode on how to make joy a priority (given its extreme importance). EXPANDING JOY involves two things: letting go of what's blocking your joy AND bringing in what supports your joy. Today, I share how to put an end to the most common joy blockers AND how to appreciate what you already have in life to expand your joy right now. Take a listen.Awaken to Greatness: Katherine's NEW group coaching program Awaken to Greatness helps you go from playing small to showing up courageously, authentically and powerfully in just 8 weeks. Starts Feb. 12. Full details + link to sign up here: https://www.kathbrooks.com/awaken Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy?Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

Hey! Every day this week, I'm leading a brand new masterclass. You're invited to join live on Zoom at 12pm CT everyday. DM me on Instagram @kathbrooks for the Zoom link.Today's Masterclass is on building positive momentum (in ANY area of life).Momentum is: YOU in motion. You're already operating with momentum in your life— your current momentum is creating your current reality. Making meaningful change means generating positive momentum in the direction you want to go. The 3 primary ingredients of momentum are: Beliefs + Emotions + Habits. When you shift just ONE of these ingredients, you shift momentum.In today's episode, — Discover what momentum actually is, and how to influence it in your life (starting right now).— Learn tools to shift beliefs, emotions and habits in the direction you want.— Gain access to your future self who already has your goals achieved.Awaken to Greatness: Katherine's NEW group coaching program Awaken to Greatness helps you go from playing small to showing up courageously, authentically and powerfully in just 8 weeks. Starts Feb. 12. Full details + link to sign up here: https://www.kathbrooks.com/awaken Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy?Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

Hey! Every day this week, I'm leading a brand new masterclass. You're invited to join live on Zoom at 12pm CT everyday. DM me on Instagram @kathbrooks for the Zoom link.Today's Masterclass is on Boundary Setting 101.Discover respectful, straightforward ways to set boundaries. Today, you'll learn:— Helpful scripts to communicate the boundary— How to set boundaries with yourself — The importance of boundary setting in healthy dynamics— How to stop feeling taken advantage of by setting healthy boundariesAwaken to Greatness: Katherine's NEW group coaching program Awaken to Greatness helps you go from playing small to showing up courageously, authentically and powerfully in just 8 weeks. Starts Feb. 12. Full details + link to sign up here: https://www.kathbrooks.com/awaken Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy?Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

Hey! Every day this week, I'm leading a brand new masterclass. You're invited to join live on Zoom at 12pm CT everyday. DM me on Instagram @kathbrooks for the Zoom link.Today's Masterclass is on the 5 Keys to Loving Endings. Nice guys tend to hold on to dynamics long past their expiration dates. Though every day you're in a dynamic that you know isn't the right fit for you chips away at your confidence in being able to stand up for yourself. Endings are required for growth. When you courageously take the leap to make the ending, you're opening up space for a new beginning to emerge.Tune in to learn what's required for loving endings that honor your values. Awaken to Greatness: Katherine's NEW group coaching program Awaken to Greatness helps you go from playing small to showing up courageously, authentically and powerfully in just 8 weeks. Starts Feb. 12. Full details + link to sign up here: https://www.kathbrooks.com/awaken Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy?Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

Playing small means taking action from fear, insecurity and low self worth. Someone who is playing small makes decisions to avoid risk and discomfort. The result? Using a fraction of your capability and continually diminishing self trust.Sound familiar? Nice guys are playing small in at least one area of life. And today's episode teaches you the ONE powerful shift to transform from playing small to playing ALL OUT in your life. Awaken to Greatness: Katherine's NEW group coaching program Awaken to Greatness helps you go from playing small to showing up courageously, authentically and powerfully in just 8 weeks. Starts Feb. 12. Full details + link to sign up here: https://www.kathbrooks.com/awaken Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy?Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

Nice guys often don't know what they want. They fear that owning their wants makes them selfish and puts them at risk of losing belonging. Both of those fears are false. Our wants are our lifeforce, the markers on the roadmap of our lives that lead us toward authenticity. Without them, we feel lost, adrift, unfulfilled.Tune in to this episode to learn how to know what you want— without thinking you're selfish!— starting right now. Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy?Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

"I want to wake up excited for my day" has been the most common goal I've heard lately. So, how do we get there? How do we go from waking up with stress or dread to genuine excitement for our days?Katherine takes you through a step-by-step plan to wake up feeling connected, clear headed and positive. Today's episode is an audio workshop that leads you through the two main steps:1. Clearing out what's preventing excitement.2. Setting the stage for excitement.Grab a pen and paper— this episode is interactive.Katherine mentions episode #5 How To Ask For What You Want.Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy?Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

Typical New Year's resolutions are often a bust because of HOW we set them. Katherine shares an unconventional, HIGHLY effective way to set a clear direction for 2024.What if this year was all about how you actually want to FEEL?Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy?Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

Possibility is the antidote to stuckness. When you're stuck, ask yourself this ONE simple question to open up new pathways for a way forward. Possibility is always available to us. We simply need to know how to find it.Enjoy!Book recommendations:The Way of Integrity by Martha BeckThe Art of Possibility by Benjamin Zander & Rosamund Stone ZanderMan's Search for Meaning by Viktor FranklSay hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy? Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

Katherine dives into some of the most important lessons she has learned about friendship. And the tips to make your friendships more meaningful. Being a great friend isn't a skill we learn in school. It's a set of qualities you can embody starting right now. Katherine shares an important question to ask your friends to show you care, how to ask for consent to vent & why celebrating together is a secret weapon for connection.Listen in!Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy? Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

Amidst a loneliness epidemic, friendship can save us. Part 1 of How To Be A Great Friend explores the qualities that are required to create meaningful, fun, connected friendships.Katherine shares two eye-opening questions to ask yourself that help you more deeply understand what kind of friendship works best for you.Listen in for a boost of energy toward thinking about friendship in your life. Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy? Schedule a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here to discuss 1:1 coaching: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

Pep talk today: You're allowed to want more. You're allowed to be curious about a different life. You're allowed to dream bigger. You're allowed to expand.What stands in our way most often is self doubt. Today, Katherine explores how to allow ourselves to imagine a future we actually want WITHOUT self doubt ruining the show.Listen in for a powerful pep talk on wanting MORE.Say hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy? Let's talk about 1:1 coaching. Step one is to book a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call

Endings are required for growth. Nice guys struggle to make endings (in relationships, jobs, professional projects and beyond), which prevents them from creating the space for something new to emerge. Today's episode breaks down WHY it's vitally important to make intentional, loving endings. And, 3 key insights on how to do it. “We must be willing to let go of the life we planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us.”― Joseph CampbellSay hey to Katherine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathbrooksReady to drop the Nice Guy Syndrome to live with WAY less anxiousness + WAY more joy? Let's talk about 1:1 coaching. Step one is to book a free, no-obligation Discovery Call with Katherine here: https://calendly.com/kathbrooks/coaching-consult-call