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In Part 1 of this series, we discussed how heavy and burdensome things can feel in the middle of the night when you are alone with your baby, struggling to function and feeling exhausted.  In Part 2, we ventured into what it's like when anxiety and intrusive thoughts pop up in the middle of the night. Today's focus is on the importance of taking care of YOU, even in the middle of the night. You could feel “touched out” and overwhelmed, forgetting that you need self-care, too. You need to actively and intentionally have a plan. Let's explore this topic further! Show Highlights: Your options in the middle of the night may be limited.  Think ahead and plan for water/snacks while taking care of the baby. Have them available nearby. Consider your personal comfort: blankets, socks, a sweater, or a small fan Plan for other options for music/noise besides doom-scrolling on your phone. After tending to the baby's needs, do some gentle stretches to help your neck, shoulders, and arms relax and release tension. “Are there small do-able things I can do to inject a little more self-care and attention into that hour or so in the middle of the night?” The magic in a slow, deep breath in and out to regulate your nervous system Feeling physically tired and “wired” at the same time Self-care is NOT selfish! Enlist your partner to help—before bedtime. (Dr. Kat shares tips about asking for help in the right way.) If you have that feeling of dread about the middle of the night, find one thing that brings you comfort and calm; add it into your middle-of-the-night practice. Consider using affirmations and meditation for grounding and self-compassion. Give yourself the same kindness that you would give to a friend.  Resources: Call the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA or visitcdph.ca.gov. Please find resources in English and Spanish at Postpartum Support International, or by phone/text at 1-800-944-4773.  There are many free resources, like online support groups, peer mentors, a specialist provider directory, and perinatal mental health training for therapists, physicians, nurses, doulas, and anyone who wants to be more supportive in offering services. You can also follow PSI on social media, including Instagram, Facebook, and other platforms. Visit www.postpartum.net/professionals/certificate-trainings/for information on the grief course.  Visit my website, www.wellmindperinatal.com, for more information, resources, and courses you can take today!  If you are a California resident seeking a therapist in perinatal mental health, please email me about openings for private pay clients.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's a sassy one about the problem with comparison! It's so easy to compare our own imperfect lives to the lives of others.Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! ✉️ | A transcript of this episode is available here.About Meg & The Daily Pep!I'm Meg and I'm the host of The Daily Pep! and The Couragemakers Podcast and founder of The Rebel Rousers. I'm a coach, writer and all-round rebel-rouser for creative and multi-passionate women to do the things only they can do and build a wholehearted life. When I'm not recording episodes, writing bullshit-free Letters of Rebellion to my wonderful Couragemakers community or hosting workshops/group programmes, I'm usually covered in paint or walking my wonderfully weird cockapoo Merlin.Website | Instagram | The Couragemakers Podcast | Letters of Rebellion | Rebel Creators

Dear boss babe.. if your job has you questioning your worth, dreading Mondays, or constantly walking on eggshells—this one's for you. In this week's pep talk, we get real about what it feels like to be stuck in a toxic workplace and how to reclaim your peace, confidence, and sense of control. I share my own story of staying too long in a “dream job” that was quietly draining me—and the moment I realized the bravest thing she could do was leave. You'll hear practical steps to help you protect your mental health, build a safety net, and plan your exit with clarity and self-respect. This isn't about quitting on impulse—it's about choosing you. Because you can be ambitious and protect your peace. You can be a high achiever and say no to burnout. And you can absolutely quit your job without losing your power. In this episode: How to spot red flags in a toxic workplace Why fear keeps you stuck (and how to rewrite that story) Steps to plan your exit strategy with confidence Small daily actions to start detaching emotionally What freedom and fulfillment actually feel like on the other side If this episode hit home, go listen to Episode 121 for the full step-by-step on spotting red flags, protecting your peace, and leaving your job with both strategy and self-respect. Let's stay connected: Follow me: @theerickanicole / @bossbabereset Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feeling lost on the creative journey? Download our 7 step Creative Career Path Handbooklet for FREE by signing up to our newsletter: http://andyjpizza.substack.com --- Find your niche. Stand out from the competition. Find your unique selling point. Easier said than done. Right? In this episode we explore where your creative edge might be hiding and how to strategically think about your place within the creative markets you find yourself in. SHOW NOTES: Get the Creative Career Path Handbook by signing up to the newsletter: andyjpizza.substack.com Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.coAudio Editing / Sound Design: Conner Jones http://pendingbeautiful.coSoundtrack / Theme Song: Yoni Wolf / WHY? http://whywithaquestionmark.com SPONSORS:SQUARESPACEHead to https://www.squarespace.com/PEPTALK to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PEPTALK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If like me you often get frustrated by just how damn long things can take, then today I have a sassy and compassionate reminder for both of us.Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! ✉️ | A transcript of this episode is available here.About Meg & The Daily Pep!I'm Meg and I'm the host of The Daily Pep! and The Couragemakers Podcast and founder of The Rebel Rousers. I'm a coach, writer and all-round rebel-rouser for creative and multi-passionate women to do the things only they can do and build a wholehearted life. When I'm not recording episodes, writing bullshit-free Letters of Rebellion to my wonderful Couragemakers community or hosting workshops/group programmes, I'm usually covered in paint or walking my wonderfully weird cockapoo Merlin.Website | Instagram | The Couragemakers Podcast | Letters of Rebellion | Rebel Creators

Today's episode is a loving reminder that for as loud and as convincing as your inner dreamsh*tter can be, it really truly is a liar.Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! ✉️ | A transcript of this episode is available here.About Meg & The Daily Pep!I'm Meg and I'm the host of The Daily Pep! and The Couragemakers Podcast and founder of The Rebel Rousers. I'm a coach, writer and all-round rebel-rouser for creative and multi-passionate women to do the things only they can do and build a wholehearted life. When I'm not recording episodes, writing bullshit-free Letters of Rebellion to my wonderful Couragemakers community or hosting workshops/group programmes, I'm usually covered in paint or walking my wonderfully weird cockapoo Merlin.Website | Instagram | The Couragemakers Podcast | Letters of Rebellion | Rebel Creators

Darian Jenkins, McCall Zerboni, and Lo'eau Labonta celebrate the Kansas City Current's record-breaking NWSL season! Lo'eau takes us inside the locker room of a historic campaign — from favorite memories and epic celebrations to tributes for Mallory Weber and Lu Barnes. Then, the crew switches gears to talk pep talks: what makes a great one, how to rally after big defeats, and their all-time best locker room speeches. Watch USWNT and NWSL games on P+" with a link to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.paramountplus.com/home/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@AttackingThird⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@LisaCarlin32⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SandHerrera_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Darian_Jenks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CCupo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@wgolazo You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While we're so busy just surviving, it can sometimes feel impossible to look a bit further ahead down the road at what we need. So today's episode is a gentle nudge to pause, and plan ahead.Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! ✉️ | A transcript of this episode is available here.About Meg & The Daily Pep!I'm Meg and I'm the host of The Daily Pep! and The Couragemakers Podcast and founder of The Rebel Rousers. I'm a coach, writer and all-round rebel-rouser for creative and multi-passionate women to do the things only they can do and build a wholehearted life. When I'm not recording episodes, writing bullshit-free Letters of Rebellion to my wonderful Couragemakers community or hosting workshops/group programmes, I'm usually covered in paint or walking my wonderfully weird cockapoo Merlin.Website | Instagram | The Couragemakers Podcast | Letters of Rebellion | Rebel Creators

So often we can get distracted, our gaze can turn away from our own situation and instead shift on the things happening around us, our attention spans turned to what's trending, and we can start to feel unsettled in our own routines and chaos, but today I am going to invite you to stop looking at everything else going on around you, and instead to focus on the things happening within you. To dig deep, stay grounded and find the joys in your own current season. Despite what is challenging, despite what feels hard, regardless of the things you hope to change.. today, today we are focused on how we can embrace the season of life that we are currently in.

This one's your wake-up call. If you keep discounting yourself for people who don't even pay full attention, that's on you. Self-respect isn't arrogance - it's knowing you're not a clearance-rack find. The moment you start acting like you're the prize, your whole energy changes. Stop begging to be chosen and start choosing better. LISTEN NOW. Then, check out my book "Don't Be DESPERATE: Get Over Your Breakup with CLARITY & DIGNITY" on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3R2EHiz AND, let's take this a step further... (1) ORDER EMAIL or PHONE coaching at breakupBOOST.com (2) Call Trina direct on The Breakup Hotline ANYTIME! (see website for details: https://www.breakupboost.com/live-coaching-trina-breakup-boost) (3) Check out Trina's BREAKUP AND DATING MERCH: blockandshop.com (4) SUBSCRIBE to Trina's YouTube - search "breakup BOOST" (5) Follow Trina TIKTOK @breakupBOOST (6) Follow Trina's relationship podcast: Help Us Couples Coaching (7) Follow Trina's breakup podcast FOR MEN: JUST CALL TRINA

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In this short episode of the Raising Confident Girls podcast, host Melissa Jones kicks off her new series, Parent Pep Talk, with a powerful reminder: parenting isn't about getting it perfect—it's about staying connected.Through personal stories and honest reflections, Melissa shares how being present and truly listening can do more for your daughter's confidence than having all the answers.In this episode, you'll learn:Why emotional safety matters more than perfect parentingThe power of listening without jumping in to fixHow asking the right questions builds trust and resilienceSimple ways to show up with presence and vulnerabilityIf you've ever felt the pressure to do it all “right,” this episode will encourage you to slow down, connect, and trust that being there is more than enough.If you know a parent who could benefit from this conversation, share this episode with them! Let's work together to raise the next generation of confident girls.Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

#223: Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in a spiral of overthinking? This 5-minute guided reset is designed to help you interrupt the chaos, regulate your nervous system, and get back to yourself. Whether you're spiraling over a text, a mistake, the future, or nothing in particular, this episode will walk you through what's actually happening in your brain and body, and how to get unstuck. No woo-woo, no self-help clichés—just real talk, neuroscience-backed tools, and a reminder that you've got this (because you do!). Hit play whenever worry, stress, or a spiral hits.Pep talk begins at: 02:14Music by Dana Music from PixabayFor Detailed Show Notes visit theeverygirlpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you've ever discounted something you've done because you did it too fast, this one's for you!Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! ✉️ | A transcript of this episode is available here.About Meg & The Daily Pep!I'm Meg and I'm the host of The Daily Pep! and The Couragemakers Podcast and founder of The Rebel Rousers. I'm a coach, writer and all-round rebel-rouser for creative and multi-passionate women to do the things only they can do and build a wholehearted life. When I'm not recording episodes, writing bullshit-free Letters of Rebellion to my wonderful Couragemakers community or hosting workshops/group programmes, I'm usually covered in paint or walking my wonderfully weird cockapoo Merlin.Website | Instagram | The Couragemakers Podcast | Letters of Rebellion | Rebel Creators

Dear Boss Babe...have you ever felt the invisible pressure of being the one who holds it all together? The quiet fear that if you stop hustling, everything might fall apart? If you've been grinding in hustle culture, chasing goals, and carrying the weight of everyone else's needs, this episode is your reminder that success shouldn't mean exhaustion. Being a high achiever doesn't have to lead to burn out. It's time to rewrite the story around what it means to be the breadwinner — and reclaim your power without losing your peace. In this heartfelt pep talk, you'll discover: How to separate your worth from your income and stop letting your paycheck define your value. Why boundaries are a form of self care, not selfishness — and how to set them with confidence. Simple mindset shifts to help you build wealth without burning out, and create success that actually feels good. Press play on this week's episode and learn how to protect your peace, challenge hustle culture, and thrive as a boss babe who leads with clarity, confidence, and care.

Welcome to today's PEP Talk – Resources – Episode #77. The name of my practice is Physical & Emotional Power for Life – PEP for Life. I want all of my clients, and listeners, to be the healthiest version of themselves – physically and emotionally. In this month's podcast, I am reviewing some resources which will assist you in creating a healthy lifestyle. Please take a few minutes to listen to today's PEP Talk – Resources – Episode #77, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life. Radical Health Radio Podcast Episode #133: 10 Radical Truths for Health, Wealth, & Happiness wit Ste Lane

Send us a textIt's been awfully quiet around here. Sorry about that. We've been navigating the busiest "Off-Season" in history. But we think we might have figured out this hole schedule thing for now. In our return to the break room studio, we caught up, introduced some new team members and dissected some of my speed bumps to successfully acquiring clients. We're stoked to be back and ready to keep it going. Thanks for sticking around!  

Save this one for the days you just can't.When you're tired, doubting yourself, or wondering if it's even worth it, this is your reminder that it is.You're not behind. You're not late. You just forgot how capable you are.Press play for a little fire, a lot of love, and the pep talk that'll get you back on track.

Popping in this hump day with a fun question I think you might enjoy.Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! ✉️ | A transcript of this episode is available here.About Meg & The Daily Pep!I'm Meg and I'm the host of The Daily Pep! and The Couragemakers Podcast and founder of The Rebel Rousers. I'm a coach, writer and all-round rebel-rouser for creative and multi-passionate women to do the things only they can do and build a wholehearted life. When I'm not recording episodes, writing bullshit-free Letters of Rebellion to my wonderful Couragemakers community or hosting workshops/group programmes, I'm usually covered in paint or walking my wonderfully weird cockapoo Merlin.Website | Instagram | The Couragemakers Podcast | Letters of Rebellion | Rebel Creators

If General Conference felt like a pep talk that's got you fired up, let's study D&C 112:7!And grab study guides for the whole family here: - To get Cali's scripture study guide for adults click here: https://comefollowmestudy.com/shop/ Discount code: OMSSOr purchase on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0pKf8Xt- Kristen's daily scripture study help is available for kids/teens/adults in digital and physical form here :https://kristenwalkersmith.com/starthere/And for weekly help understanding the storyline of Come Follow Me check out her YouTube videos here: https://kristenwalkersmith.com/youtube/Grab your copy of our newest book One Minute Scripture Study in the Old Testament. Available in Costco stores throughout Utah, Idaho, Arizona, or on Amazon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is all about fact checking the stories we tell ourselves, and my experience of being called out by my Fitbit.Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! ✉️ | A transcript of this episode is available here.About Meg & The Daily Pep!I'm Meg and I'm the host of The Daily Pep! and The Couragemakers Podcast and founder of The Rebel Rousers. I'm a coach, writer and all-round rebel-rouser for creative and multi-passionate women to do the things only they can do and build a wholehearted life. When I'm not recording episodes, writing bullshit-free Letters of Rebellion to my wonderful Couragemakers community or hosting workshops/group programmes, I'm usually covered in paint or walking my wonderfully weird cockapoo Merlin.Website | Instagram | The Couragemakers Podcast | Letters of Rebellion | Rebel Creators

We can take so much of our own power back by recognising our own patterns. Today we're doing just that through the lens of procrastination, with a big dose of curiosity! Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! ✉️ | A transcript of this episode is available here.About Meg & The Daily Pep!I'm Meg and I'm the host of The Daily Pep! and The Couragemakers Podcast and founder of The Rebel Rousers. I'm a coach, writer and all-round rebel-rouser for creative and multi-passionate women to do the things only they can do and build a wholehearted life. When I'm not recording episodes, writing bullshit-free Letters of Rebellion to my wonderful Couragemakers community or hosting workshops/group programmes, I'm usually covered in paint or walking my wonderfully weird cockapoo Merlin.Website | Instagram | The Couragemakers Podcast | Letters of Rebellion | Rebel Creators

Today, I'm bringing you the second part of my 2 am Pep Talk. This time, I'm really focusing on supporting new parents, especially those of you who might be feeling anxious, lonely, or dealing with those tough, intrusive thoughts that can pop up during pregnancy or after having a baby. I know those quiet, late-night hours can make everything feel even more overwhelming, and I want you to know you're not alone in that. I'm discussing setting aside “worry time” to help manage anxious thoughts, using thought labeling to get some distance from those worries, practicing grounding exercises to stay present, and I even guide you through a relaxing body scan technique to help calm both your mind and body. Your feelings are valid, and there are fundamental, actionable strategies you can use to navigate the ups and downs of perinatal mental health. Tune in to hear more! Show Highlights: Emotional challenges faced by new parents during pregnancy and after childbirth Feelings of loneliness, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and exhaustion Normalization of negative feelings and experiences in new parenthood Practical coping strategies for managing anxiety and intrusive thoughts Techniques such as "worry time" and labeling anxious thoughts Grounding exercises, including the 5-4-3-2-1 method Importance of seeking support and recognizing when to reach out for help Impact of sleep deprivation and hormonal changes on mental health The significance of mindfulness and relaxation techniques, such as body scans Encouragement and reassurance for new parents navigating perinatal mental health challenges Resources: Call the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA or visit cdph.ca.gov Please find resources in English and Spanish at Postpartum Support International, or by phone/text at 1-800-944-4773. There are many free resources, like online support groups, peer mentors, a specialist provider directory, and perinatal mental health training for therapists, physicians, nurses, doulas, and anyone who wants to be more supportive in offering services.  You can also follow PSI on social media: Instagram, Facebook, and most other platforms Visit www.postpartum.net/professionals/certificate-trainings/ for information on the grief course.   Visit my website, www.wellmindperinatal.com, for more information, resources, and courses you can take today! If you are a California resident seeking a therapist in perinatal mental health, please email me about openings for private pay clients. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

So often things look right on paper, and we've done everything we can to make them ‘right', only to find that it just doesn't work for us. Fear not, you're in good company.Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! ✉️ | A transcript of this episode is available here.About Meg & The Daily Pep!I'm Meg and I'm the host of The Daily Pep! and The Couragemakers Podcast and founder of The Rebel Rousers. I'm a coach, writer and all-round rebel-rouser for creative and multi-passionate women to do the things only they can do and build a wholehearted life. When I'm not recording episodes, writing bullshit-free Letters of Rebellion to my wonderful Couragemakers community or hosting workshops/group programmes, I'm usually covered in paint or walking my wonderfully weird cockapoo Merlin.Website | Instagram | The Couragemakers Podcast | Letters of Rebellion | Rebel Creators

Dear Boss Babe.. If you've been hustling hard, chasing the next big win, but secretly battling burnout, those limiting beliefs might be the biggest roadblock standing between you and the dream life you're craving. I've been there—feeling “not ready,” “not qualified,” and stuck in the cycle of overworking just to prove myself. In this pep talk, I'm breaking down how those sneaky little stories you tell yourself are fueling burnout, blocking your self care, and keeping even the most high achiever boss babes from fully stepping into their power. More importantly, I'm giving you the exact steps to catch them, reframe them, and finally take action. Here's what you'll hear in today's episode:

The U.S. government has shut down after Republicans and Democrats failed to pass a spending bill before the end of Tuesday. Government services will grind to a halt and hundreds of thousands of federal employees face unpaid leave. How long is it expected to last, and could it have been avoided? Plus, President Donald Trump and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth held a rare gathering of the country's top military leaders, detailing their new vision for the US military. We break it all down with Alex Shephard, senior editor at The New Republic. We'd love to hear from you! Complete our listener survey here.For transcripts of Front Burner, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcripts

Feeling lost on the creative journey? Download our 7 step Creative Career Path Handbooklet for FREE by signing up to our newsletter: http://andyjpizza.substack.com --- Does this sound familiar? You find a new thing. You're certain this is THE thing. It all makes sense! You get started with tons of energy… but then you hit a wall. It all feels wrong. You bail. Find a new thing and the loop starts all over. If you can relate. This episode is for you!!! Stick until the end for a checklist that can help you decide whether to stick to the path or give up the thing you're currently working on! SHOW NOTES: Eustress the Good Stresshttps://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/be-the-sun-not-the-salt/202408/eustress-the-good-stress Eustress vs Distresshttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/eustress-vs-distress Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyihttps://www.aaspa.org/products/flow-the-psychology-of-optimal-experience Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.coAudio Editing / Sound Design: Conner Jones http://pendingbeautiful.coSoundtrack / Theme Song: Yoni Wolf / WHY? http://whywithaquestionmark.com   SPONSORS:SQUARESPACEHead to https://www.squarespace.com/PEPTALK to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PEPTALK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes the smallest tasks create the biggest mental weight. That pile of papers on your desk, the drawer you've been meaning to organize, the business process that needs updating – they sit there, taking up space in your mind every single day. The energy you spend thinking about these undone tasks often exceeds the energy required to actually complete them.   In this pep talk episode, I share a simple four-step process for moving past avoidance and procrastination to finally tackle those lingering tasks. Using my own closet overhaul as a real-world example, I walk through exactly how I shift from endless postponement to actual completion. The same process works for personal projects and business tasks that keep getting bumped to next week's to-do list.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.desicreswell.com/154   For the resources mentioned in this episode or to book a strategy session to work 1:1 with me, click here: https://www.desicreswell.com/resources

If you're finding yourself in need of an extra dose of rebel rousing this hump day, then today's episode is for you.Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! ✉️ | A transcript of this episode is available here.About Meg & The Daily Pep!I'm Meg and I'm the host of The Daily Pep! and The Couragemakers Podcast and founder of The Rebel Rousers. I'm a coach, writer and all-round rebel-rouser for creative and multi-passionate women to do the things only they can do and build a wholehearted life. When I'm not recording episodes, writing bullshit-free Letters of Rebellion to my wonderful Couragemakers community or hosting workshops/group programmes, I'm usually covered in paint or walking my wonderfully weird cockapoo Merlin.Website | Instagram | The Couragemakers Podcast | Letters of Rebellion | Rebel Creators

When you're values driven it can often feel that giving your 100% is a natural extension of you are, so for today's episode we're taking some of the pressure off. Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! ✉️ | A transcript of this episode is available here.About Meg & The Daily Pep!I'm Meg and I'm the host of The Daily Pep! and The Couragemakers Podcast and founder of The Rebel Rousers. I'm a coach, writer and all-round rebel-rouser for creative and multi-passionate women to do the things only they can do and build a wholehearted life. When I'm not recording episodes, writing bullshit-free Letters of Rebellion to my wonderful Couragemakers community or hosting workshops/group programmes, I'm usually covered in paint or walking my wonderfully weird cockapoo Merlin.Website | Instagram | The Couragemakers Podcast | Letters of Rebellion | Rebel Creators

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After a weeklong horrific ear infection, I'm back with a hearty middle finger for our inner dreamsh*tters!Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! ✉️ | A transcript of this episode is available here.About Meg & The Daily Pep!I'm Meg and I'm the host of The Daily Pep! and The Couragemakers Podcast and founder of The Rebel Rousers. I'm a coach, writer and all-round rebel-rouser for creative and multi-passionate women to do the things only they can do and build a wholehearted life. When I'm not recording episodes, writing bullshit-free Letters of Rebellion to my wonderful Couragemakers community or hosting workshops/group programmes, I'm usually covered in paint or walking my wonderfully weird cockapoo Merlin.Website | Instagram | The Couragemakers Podcast | Letters of Rebellion | Rebel Creators

I know what it feels like to wake up and already feel behind, even before your day begins. Your giant to-do list is staring at you, the pressure is on, and you're trying so hard to push through even when your energy is running on empty.But here's the thing—we weren't made to live like that. We weren't made to always feel like we are operating on empty. Because here is the thing - your energy actually matters more than your to-do list? The way you feel (your body, your heart, your mind) while moving through your day is way more important than how many boxes you get checked off.In today's episode, we're going to talk about what that really means and how you can shift your focus from just doing all the things to actually feeling good while you do them. Because you, my friend, deserve to show up to all parts of your day with peace, joy, and energy. You deserve to feel your best— instead of feeling drained and burnt out all of the time.

Motherhood can feel loud, busy, and overwhelming—but it doesn't have to drown out your peace. In this episode, I'm sharing how we as moms can ground ourselves in our values, strengthen our support systems, and take micro moments of self-care that help us reset and realign. Together, we'll reflect on the importance of boundaries, staying connected to what truly matters for our families, and choosing empowerment over outside noise and pressure. With so many influences competing for our attention, this conversation is all about returning to center and finding the peace that allows us to thrive in this season of motherhood.

Dear Boss Babe... Busy doesn't mean productive. If you've been wearing multitasking like a badge of honor, it's time we had a little heart-to-heart. Hustle culture has convinced high achievers like us that juggling everything at once is the secret to success—but truth? It's draining your energy, stealing your peace, and keeping you from the real wins that matter. In today's pep talk, I'm breaking down why multitasking is a trap and why efficiency is your new self care practice. You'll hear why slowing down isn't falling behind, why presence beats busyness every time, and how choosing one meaningful priority a day can completely shift your results (and your sanity). This is for the boss babes who are tired of being “busy” but not satisfied, for the dream chasers who know they're meant for more, and for the women who are ready to protect their peace instead of their to-do lists. ✨ What you'll learn in this episode: Why multitasking is actually sabotaging your productivity How efficiency protects your energy and sharpens your clarity The simple daily shift that will help you feel true progress—not just pressure Why being fully present is the most powerful flex in both work and life Remember: busy is not the goal. Present, intentional, impactful—that's the real win.

Feeling lost on the creative journey? Download our 7 step Creative Career Path Handbooklet for FREE by signing up to our newsletter: http://andyjpizza.substack.com --- This episode contains three small things that made a huge difference in my creative practice! Tune in if you know you need a creative boost, but you're not EXACTLY sure what it is you need because this is like THREE mini episodes in ONE.   SHOW NOTES: Strengthsfinder Assessment:https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/254033/strengthsfinder.aspx Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.coAudio Editing / Sound Design: Conner Jones http://pendingbeautiful.coSoundtrack / Theme Song: Yoni Wolf / WHY? http://whywithaquestionmark.com   SPONSORS:SQUARESPACEHead to https://www.squarespace.com/PEPTALK to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PEPTALK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For this hump-day episode, I have a quest for you, and it might be slightly different to what you're expecting!Want to dive deeper into managing your time and energy? Check out this mini digital course! | Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! ✉️ | A transcript of this episode is available here.About Meg & The Daily Pep!I'm Meg and I'm the host of The Daily Pep! and The Couragemakers Podcast and founder of The Rebel Rousers. I'm a coach, writer and all-round rebel-rouser for creative and multi-passionate women to do the things only they can do and build a wholehearted life. When I'm not recording episodes, writing bullshit-free Letters of Rebellion to my wonderful Couragemakers community or hosting workshops/group programmes, I'm usually covered in paint or walking my wonderfully weird cockapoo Merlin.Website | Instagram | The Couragemakers Podcast | Letters of Rebellion | Rebel Creators

Sometimes it can feel like we're going to be burnt out or busy forever! Today we're diving into the helpful (and relieving) approach of seeing life in seasons. Want to dive deeper into managing your time and energy? Check out this mini digital course! | Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! ✉️ | A transcript of this episode is available here.About Meg & The Daily Pep!I'm Meg and I'm the host of The Daily Pep! and The Couragemakers Podcast and founder of The Rebel Rousers. I'm a coach, writer and all-round rebel-rouser for creative and multi-passionate women to do the things only they can do and build a wholehearted life. When I'm not recording episodes, writing bullshit-free Letters of Rebellion to my wonderful Couragemakers community or hosting workshops/group programmes, I'm usually covered in paint or walking my wonderfully weird cockapoo Merlin.Website | Instagram | The Couragemakers Podcast | Letters of Rebellion | Rebel Creators

The fall season has officially arrived, but the start of a new season can often bring up challenges for those of us on a sober journey. You might find yourself romanticizing alcohol or reminiscing on past drinking memories as the season changes, so this week I am coming through with a pep talk to get you excited for a SOBER fall!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join my community, the Happiest Sober Hub⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to my newsletter for sober tips & inspo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch my sober vlogs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop my sober mugs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop my Amazon storefront⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ShopMy favourite things⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If my content has helped you on your sober journey and you'd like to support my work, you can ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buy me a coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Thanks for supporting my podcast by supporting my sponsors - you can view my list of current sponsors ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's pep talk is inspired by the argument I'm having my art supplies, and what I'm doing about it.Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! ✉️ | A transcript of this episode is available here.About Meg & The Daily Pep!I'm Meg and I'm the host of The Daily Pep! and The Couragemakers Podcast and founder of The Rebel Rousers. I'm a coach, writer and all-round rebel-rouser for creative and multi-passionate women to do the things only they can do and build a wholehearted life. When I'm not recording episodes, writing bullshit-free Letters of Rebellion to my wonderful Couragemakers community or hosting workshops/group programmes, I'm usually covered in paint or walking my wonderfully weird cockapoo Merlin.Website | Instagram | The Couragemakers Podcast | Letters of Rebellion | Rebel Creators

We are starting something different today that will carry through the next few Behind the Sessions episodes. I'm tackling those “middle-of-the-night” feelings during pregnancy and the postpartum. Nighttime can bring feelings of dread and loneliness that mothers experience as a heaviness, and all of this can magnify and intensify any perinatal mood and anxiety disorders to make life very challenging for a sleep-deprived parent. You are not alone, and there is a whole community of people experiencing the same things. Think of these subsequent few sessions as your “2 am pep talk.” Join me now! Show Highlights: The importance of connection Sleep deprivation makes everything darker. You may feel like you're doing everything wrong. You are doing a LOT while giving love and care to your baby. You aren't a bad mother if you don't LOVE middle-of-the-night care. Don't judge yourself because of how you feel at 2 am. The next few episodes will include coping skills for the middle of the night. Join me for a guided visualization to ease your feelings of isolation. Join me for self-compassion affirmations to try today. Resources: Call the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA or visit cdph.ca.gov Please find resources in English and Spanish at Postpartum Support International, or by phone/text at 1-800-944-4773. There are many free resources, like online support groups, peer mentors, a specialist provider directory, and perinatal mental health training for therapists, physicians, nurses, doulas, and anyone who wants to be more supportive in offering services.  You can also follow PSI on social media: Instagram, Facebook, and most other platforms. Visit www.postpartum.net/professionals/certificate-trainings/ for information on the grief course.   Visit my website, www.wellmindperinatal.com, for more information, resources, and courses you can take today! If you are a California resident looking for a therapist in perinatal mental health, email me about openings for private pay clients! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feeling lost on the creative journey? Download our 7 step Creative Career Path Handbooklet for FREE by signing up to our newsletter: http://andyjpizza.substack.com --- If you're a creative type, you probably don't quite fit into the systems you were born into. This can be VERY DIFFICULT. There's a lot of pressure for folks like us to beat ourselves up into a shape that fits society. In this episode, I want to share the number 1 thing that changed my life as a creative person, and resources that can help you adopt this shift too!! SHOW NOTES:Right Side Out Seriesandyjpizza.com/rso No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz, PhDhttps://ifs-institute.com/nobadparts Good Inside by Dr. Beckyhttps://www.goodinside.com/book/Simulacra and Simulationhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simulacra_and_Simulation Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.coAudio Editing / Sound Design: Conner Jones http://pendingbeautiful.coSoundtrack / Theme Song: Yoni Wolf / WHY? http://whywithaquestionmark.com SPONSORS:SQUARESPACEHead to https://www.squarespace.com/PEPTALK to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PEPTALK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I try to share as much as I can of my journey and I the lessons I learned that have helped me rebuild my life and go after my dreams. No matter where you are in life, what you are going through, or your age, as long as you are alive - it is never ever too late for anything!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices