I Just (Blank)! Now What?

Hey Friend, This week's episode I'm sharing a podcast update.  We’re going to be on a short hiatus after today for a little while.  It’s my birthday in a few days and normally around this time I do a lot of life reflection and reevaluate many areas of my life. And when I did that, I knew that I couldn’t keep going with the show as it is right now.  It has become unsustainable in its current format. And if you know me, that’s a huge filter for my life.  Is this sustainable? If not, how can I make it sustainable? What’s possible?  How can this be better?    So in order to make the show more sustainable for the long term  we’re hitting pause. This isn’t the end. Just a short hiatus. We’ll be back. I promise.  Listen in as I share about: Why I’m taking this hiatus right now mid-season What’s happening behind the scenes.  What’s the plan for the show moving forward to make it more sustainable.  Inviting you all to maybe hit pause on something in your life to retool it and make things better. More sustainable for you.  Do you love the show? Support us on Patreon so we can keep growing! https://www.patreon.com/IJustBlankNowWhat    I’d love to connect with you: Come follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  Signup for my newsletter at: https://jessicastephens.ca/  Or read more about all the things I love on my Blog: https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/jess-loves-life   

Hey Friend, In this week's episode, I sit down with Natalie Guzman, who shares her extraordinary journey of being voluntarily placed into foster care by her mother and how she overcame the trauma and abandonment to build a successful life. Natalie recounts her life's ups and downs, including her adjustment to a drastic change in living conditions following her parents' divorce, her mother's decision to place her in foster care, and her efforts to maintain normalcy during her tumultuous teenage years. Despite the challenges, Natalie becomes emancipated at 17, works hard to make ends meet, and eventually builds multiple successful businesses. She also navigates rebuilding her relationship with her mother and finding love and a sense of family with her husband and children in Florida. Throughout her story, Natalie highlights the importance of setting boundaries, asking for help, and the resilience in facing life's adversities. This episode provides a powerful testimony on healing, growth, and the strength found in adversity. Natalie Guzman became a virtual assistant in 2015 after her job told her she had two days to give birth, and then she would have to return to work. She immediately started her virtual assistant business to make money from home, on her terms. When she decided to turn her side hustle into an agency. Now Natalie owns multiple businesses including a marketing agency and business consulting firm as well as an all in one software for business to build websites, emails, automations and more while raising her family in southwest Florida.  Listen in as we talk about: Her life when her mom turned her over to child services What was going through her head when her mom dropped foster care on you out of nowhere Her foster family and emancipation Does she attribute her "what's possible" mindset to your upbringing Life after emancipation Advice for someone whose situation could even remotely resemble this one My tie in to Rising Strong Episode Sponsors Arbonne Greens Gut Glow Bundle. Use promo code ARBONNE10 at checkout to get 10% off. (https://www.arbonne.com/ca/en/shop-all/nutrition/green-gut-glow-convenience-pack/p/1055%20CA)  Or start a subscription and save 20%  off every order and free shipping! (https://www.arbonne.com/ca/en/arb/JessicaStephensToronto/cart?shareId=8835579432487)  Do you love the show? Support us on Patreon so we can keep growing! https://www.patreon.com/IJustBlankNowWhat  I’d love to connect with you: Come follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  Signup for my newsletter at: https://jessicastephens.ca/  Or read more about all the things I love on my Blog: https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/jess-loves-life  Connect with Natalie: https://www.instagram.com/itsnatalieguzman/  https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnatalieguzman  https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalieguzmanva/  https://itsnatalieguzman.com/  Freebies: https://www.ngmarketinggroup.com/     

Hey Friend, In this week's episode, Melody Murray joins me, who redefined her life through what she calls radical self-care. Melody discusses her shift from a life filled with depression, anxiety, and the struggles of managing her sister's addiction, to making bold decisions that included ending her marriage, shutting down her initial private practice, and adopting a lifestyle as a nomad. The episode explores the importance of setting boundaries with oneself and others, redefining personal values, and allowing oneself the flexibility to make mistakes. Melody shares insights from her book, 'Mourning the Living: When the Loved Ones You've Lost is Still Here,' aimed at navigating toxic relationships and finding peace in one's decisions. Melody is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Child Mental Health Specialist, known for her expertise in assessing and managing patients with critical mental health conditions, especially within hospital ER settings. Her experience extends over four years, where she has made significant contributions to evaluating homicidal and suicidal ideations, demonstrating a profound ability to navigate high-pressure environments with empathy and professionalism. In addition to her clinical prowess, Melody has been an influential voice in mental health advocacy, featured in interviews by major outlets such as the New York Times and Business Insider, and on shows like "The Doctors" and "Peace of Mind with Taraji." Her previous career in the entertainment industry, directing reality TV shows such as MTV’s "The Real World" and "Bad Girls Club," adds a unique dimension to her understanding of human behavior, enhancing her approach to therapy and mental health communication. Listen in as we talk about: What’s important to know about her What was happening before she blew up her life Shadow work Her retreat in Bali The first promise she ever made to herself Deciding motherhood wasn't for her Approaching being mindful of who is impacted by our actions without having that hold you back Episode Sponsors Join Arbonne 30 Days to Healthy Living (https://www.arbonne.com/ca/en/arb/jessicastephenstoronto/healthy-living/30-days)  Or start a subscription and save with 20% off every order and free shipping! (https://www.arbonne.com/ca/en/arb/JessicaStephensToronto/cart?shareId=8835579432487)  Do you love the show? Support us on Patreon so we can keep growing! https://www.patreon.com/IJustBlankNowWhat  I’d love to connect with you: Come follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  Signup for my newsletter at: https://jessicastephens.ca/  Or read more about all the things I love on my Blog: https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/jess-loves-life    Connect with Melody: www.instagram.com/MelodyLMFT  https://www.linkedin.com/in/melody-murray-0a247419b/  www.MelodyLMFT.com 

Hey Friend, In this week's episode, Farah Flisher joins me to talk about something many of us can relate to: the loss of her mother. Farah opens up about experiencing multiple personal losses, including the untimely death of her mother from a gunshot wound. Farah discusses how writing, baking, yoga, and counseling helped her navigate her grief, eventually leading her to write and publish her memoir 'Mahar and Me'. She also shares her philosophy of looking for hope and strength in times of adversity. Farah, who is of Parsi origin, was born in London and raised in North India. She is a British national with an Indian heart, and embraces the different facets of her identity with ease. After the untimely loss of her mother, struggling to reconcile the mysteries of life and death, Farah embarked on a journey inward to find a conduit to channel her loss and pain. Farah has built a career in the banking industry, across continents, over the span of thirty-plus years and is now based in Dubai.  Listen in as we talk about: What’s important to know about her How she moved through tragedy in her life The story of her mom's death How she started finding her way back from the tragedy Using her journal for therapy, starting her writing and working on her book Did the process of writing the book and publishing it help in her journey of grief Telling her children about her mother's death The one takeaway she hopes readers get from her book Advice to help move through grief Episode Sponsors Arbonne Greens Gut Glow Bundle. Use promo code ARBONNE10 at checkout to get 10% off. (https://www.arbonne.com/ca/en/shop-all/nutrition/green-gut-glow-convenience-pack/p/1055%20CA)  Or start a subscription and save 20%  off every order and free shipping! (https://www.arbonne.com/ca/en/arb/JessicaStephensToronto/cart?shareId=8835579432487)  Do you love the show? Support us on Patreon so we can keep growing! https://www.patreon.com/IJustBlankNowWhat  I’d love to connect with you: Come follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  Signup for my newsletter at: https://jessicastephens.ca/  Or read more about all the things I love on my Blog: https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/jess-loves-life  Connect with Farah: www.instagram.com/Farah.Press  https://www.linkedin.com/in/farahflisher/  https://www.farahpress.com  

Hey Friend, In this week's episode, I delve into the stressful, unfocused and distracted season I'm experiencing and highlight the challenges I've faced recently. Mostly feeling unfocused, conflicting priorities and uncertainty. We also discuss the importance of establishing a morning routine for mental health, turning off digital distractions, maintaining physical cleanliness for mental clarity, and expressing emotions to trustworthy individuals to prevent mental clutter. I emphasize the necessity of recognizing my mental capacities and taking the necessary steps to alleviate stress. Lastly, we talk about my messy phase and share strategies to regain focus, while reassuring that it's okay to be in seasons like this. Listen in as we talk about: The season of life I’m currently in Feeling extremely distracted Not having the capacity to do all the things What I have been doing to try and help with the distraction Acknowledging the mess in my life adding to distraction Being overstimulated Tapping into what's important Talking about capacity The importance of talking things out Episode Sponsors Discover ChillBooks, a financial education course offering bookkeeping and QuickBooks training designed for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and home-based business owners. Created by CPA and entrepreneur Jamie Monte, ChillBooks aims to automate your financial processes, save time on bookkeeping, and empower you with the knowledge to lower your tax bill and make informed financial decisions. Enroll now at www.jamiemonte.com/chillbooks and use the promo code "NOWWHAT" to get $50 off. Do you love the show? Support us on Patreon so we can keep growing! https://www.patreon.com/IJustBlankNowWhat    I’d love to connect with you: Come follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  Signup for my newsletter at: https://jessicastephens.ca/  Or read more about all the things I love on my Blog: https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/jess-loves-life   

Hey Friend, In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Phebe Trotman, a Vancouver-based entrepreneur and accomplished soccer player. She has achieved many accolades as an athlete, including being inducted into several sports halls of fame, winning championship titles, and being recognized as an exceptional athlete. Phebe has also excelled in her career as a network marketer, earning top awards and recognition within her company. She is passionate about personal growth and empowering others to reach their full potential. We talk about Phebe’s life story, starting from her experience in sports to building her reputation in network marketing and eventually authoring her book, 'Never Quit on a Bad Day'. We discuss various moments where Phebe almost quit. However, we acknowledge the importance of pushing through difficult moments and how growth happens through discomfort. Phebe also shares her approach to daily challenges and strategies for nurturing resilience. Jessica highlights the aspect of integrity and importance of aligning actions with core values. Finally, they discuss Phebe’s book and how it aims to inspire others through shared experiences of resilience. Listen in as we talk about: What’s important to know about Phebe  Rewind tape to younger phebe who she was and these moments that she wanted to quit The importance of who you surround yourself with Pushing through that first hurdle, or deciding when to quit Throughout your career how many other times did you want to quit or almost quit When was a time you did quit and regret it Advice for people who tend to quit on themselves for the little things Advice for when you do need to quit something to service something else Stepping into your ideas   Episode Sponsors Step up your podcast game with Zencaster—the all-in-one platform that simplifies podcast recording and distribution. From basic beginnings to recording in studio quality sound and 4k video directly from your browser, Zencaster offers a seamless experience with multi-layered backups for the highest quality recordings, even with unstable connections. Forget the hassle of multiple tools; with Zencaster, you can effortlessly create, record, and distribute your podcast to major platforms like Spotify and Apple. Use promo code NOWWHAT for 30% off your first month of any paid plan. Start sharing your story with ease. Visit www.zencaster.com/pricing now! Do you love the show? Support us on Patreon so we can keep growing! https://www.patreon.com/IJustBlankNowWhat  I’d love to connect with you: Come follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  Signup for my newsletter at: https://jessicastephens.ca/  Or read more about all the things I love on my Blog: https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/jess-loves-life  Connect with Phebe: https://www.instagram.com/NeverQuitOnABadDay/ www.NeverQuitOnABadDay.com   

Hey Friend, In this week’s episode, Liz Deacle joins me to share the candid story of her family's journey traveling through 22 countries, sharing how they planned the adventure, managed it on a budget, and the impact it had on their lives. Liz shares how her family used house sitting and couch surfing to afford the year-long adventure, and how the experience inspired her children's respective paths. She also discusses how they adapted upon their return to their native New Zealand, and looking for alternative ways of earning an income, eventually leading to the creation of an online business and their own successful travel blog and book. Liz is a best selling author, a podcaster, YouTuber and a storyteller. A natural-born optimist, lover of wine, and non-lover of hormones, Liz is British, she is married to Brian, and together they have two kids. In 2009, when their children were 8 and 5, Liz and her husband left England and took their family to start a new life in New Zealand. Once there, Liz embarked on something she had dreamed of doing her whole life (but had never been brave/financially comfortable/crazy enough to do). Homeschooling. In the ten years that followed the family built their own home under a dormant volcano on the North Island of New Zealand and enjoyed years of freedom and adventure together. In 2018, Liz and her husband put into place another life long dream. They rented out their house, used the meager savings they had and backpacked around the world for a year with their teenagers (16 and 13). Three years after returning from the world trip, Liz wrote a book. Listen in as we talk about: What’s important to know about Liz  Life before they left on their journey across the globe Handling money on their trip Planning their itineraries Finding their house sitting gigs The biggest challenges they encountered How they wrapped up the trip Now what How the world tour affected their kids   Episode Sponsors Discover ChillBooks, a financial education course offering bookkeeping and QuickBooks training designed for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and home-based business owners. Created by CPA and entrepreneur Jamie Monte, ChillBooks aims to automate your financial processes, save time on bookkeeping, and empower you with the knowledge to lower your tax bill and make informed financial decisions. Enroll now at www.jamiemonte.com/chillbooks and use the promo code "NOWWHAT" to get $50 off. Do you love the show? Support us on Patreon so we can keep growing! https://www.patreon.com/IJustBlankNowWhat  I’d love to connect with you: Come follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  Signup for my newsletter at: https://jessicastephens.ca/  Or read more about all the things I love on my Blog: https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/jess-loves-life    Connect with Liz:   https://www.instagram.com/itsadrama/ https://itsadrama.com/  Sign up for a FREE How to travel more for less ebook: https://itsadrama.com/freebook 

Hey Friend, In this week’s episode, award-winning health expert and national best seller, Nicole Kerr joins me on the podcast to talk about surviving a near-death experience and immense trauma. She is the author of You Are Deathless: A Near-Death Experience Taught Me How to Fully Live and Not Fear Death. She is also the co-author of Eating the Rainbow: Lifelong Nutritional Wellness—Without Lies, Hype, or Calculus. When she was a 19-year-old cadet at the United States Air Force Academy, Nicole was forced to learn how to live and love differently following a terrifying and transformative Near Death Experience. Her memory of the crash came back 20 years later, and it has taken her almost another two decades to align her soul, spirit, mind, and body – proving healing is certainly a non-linear process. Her story unveils layers of life struggles, victories, personal growth, and spiritual transformation, and gives a reframe and redirect to those who are so immersed in fear-based living that they overlook their soul's purpose. Nicole emphasizes the importance of addressing soul wounds, just like physical and mental ones, and reprogramming fear-based mental patterns to reach a state of gratitude and conscious living. Listen in as we talk about: What’s important to know about Nicole  How she got into the Air Force The car crash that changed everything The second near death experience that took her out of her body The third near death experience that she went through Binge eating disorder and PTSD How she started living this new version of her life When did the memory of the crash come back The concept of soul loss About her book and what’s next  Episode Sponsors Do you love the show? Support us on Patreon so we can keep growing! https://www.patreon.com/IJustBlankNowWhat  I’d love to connect with you: Come follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  Signup for my newsletter at: https://jessicastephens.ca/  Or read more about all the things I love on my Blog: https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/jess-loves-life  Connect with Nicole: https://www.instagram.com/nicole.angelique.kerr/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-kerr-8920438/ https://www.nicolekerr.com   

Hey Friend, In this week’s episode, we explore methods to live a more sustainable lifestyle in 2024. I share my thoughts with you on my personal mission to make more homemade goods and create less waste and reduce my store bought items, and my plan to switch to homemade alternatives such as nut milk and sparkling water and other thinks I know I can easily swap that will have a big impact on how much waste we create at home.  We talk about the importance of reuse, reduce, and recycle in a more responsible way and suggest buying secondhand items to avoid contributing to single-use plastic waste. We emphasize the importance of refining personal consumption habits to benefit the wider planet and invite you to continue the discussion on sustainable living on my Instagram. Listen in as we talk about: Reflections on the New Year Introducing the More and Less List Sustainability and the Environment The Importance of Reducing, Reusing, and Recycling The Power of Homemade Gardening + Canning The Power of Small, Meaningful Changes   Episode Sponsors Arbonne Greens Gut Glow Bundle. Use promo code ARBONNE10 at checkout to get 10% off. (https://www.arbonne.com/ca/en/shop-all/nutrition/green-gut-glow-convenience-pack/p/1055%20CA)  Or start a subscription and save 20%  off every order and free shipping! (https://www.arbonne.com/ca/en/arb/JessicaStephensToronto/cart?shareId=8835579432487)   Do you love the show? Support us on Patreon so we can keep growing! https://www.patreon.com/IJustBlankNowWhat    I’d love to connect with you: Come follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  Signup for my newsletter at: https://jessicastephens.ca/  Or read more about all the things I love on my Blog: https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/jess-loves-life 

Hey Friend, In this week’s episode, I’m talking with Kelly Majdan, a bestselling author, speaker, and certified health and wellness coach. Kelly, in her mid-forties, embraced obstacle course races with her husband and kids as a life-affirming challenge.  Leaving her 25-year career in the financial services industry, Kelly started her wellness advisory firm, Power Through Wellness. Kelly helps midlifers develop wellness strategies prioritizing time, money, and resources to attain their health goals without breaking the bank. Kelly discusses how overcoming physical hurdles in obstacle race courses taught her to transcend life challenges about purpose, creativity, and collaboration. ​​When not playing in the mud she can be found relaxing at home watching movies with their two massive dogs and a very spoiled cat. Listen in as we talk about: When life took a turn and her husband's health scare Signing up for the warrior dash Mental and physical components to prep for  Using obstacles from the course to analyze her life Top 3 lessons you've learned from completing these courses  Creativity and adopting new ways of doing things    Episode Sponsors Goal Trauma Winter Retreat with EFT Tapping Practitioner Jacqui Acree This is a LIVE 6-week group EFT tapping cohort that empowers you to tap into a steady source of freedom, flow, and fulfillment on -demand …as you grow the life and business you want on your own terms Wed Feb 7 - March 13th 2024. Learn More and sign up for Goal Trauma Winter Retreat visit http://tinyurl.com/GTWRNOWWHAT Do you love the show? Support us on Patreon so we can keep growing! https://www.patreon.com/IJustBlankNowWhat    I’d love to connect with you: Come follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  Signup for my newsletter at: https://jessicastephens.ca/  Or read more about all the things I love on my Blog: https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/jess-loves-life    Connect with Kelly https://www.instagram.com/powerthroughwellness/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellymajdan/  www.kellymajdan.com  Guidebook that goes with her book: https://www.kellymajdan.com/book-2-0 

Hey Friend, In this week’s episode, I’m talking with Tess Waresmith. Tess shares her painful lessons of losing $80,000 in poor investments in her twenties and how it motivated her to learn about wealth building and investing. She turned those lessons into strengths, enabling her to build her net worth to a million dollars by the age of 35. The discussion also highlights the importance of normalizing money conversations, understanding fees in financial advisory services, and shifting one's mindset regarding money and investing. Tess is celebrating her last day at her full-time job as she ventures into full time entrepreneurship. Tess is a financial coach and the founder of Wealth with Tess, a financial education platform that helps corporate women and entrepreneurs in their 30’s/40’s learn how to grow their money using simple investing strategies so that they can retire comfortably, chase their dreams, and live life on their terms. After losing 80k in bad investments in her twenties, Tess learned everything she could about wealth building and built her net worth to 1 million as a single 35 year old woman. Now she’s helped thousands of women learn how to grow their money using simple investing strategies anyone can do (even if you’re short-on-time or a total newbie investor).  Listen in as we talk about: Normalizing Conversations Around Money What’s important to know about Tess Working with a financial advisor and the problems she found What she did after realizing she lost the money The mindset change she went through 3 things everyone should learn about money Her transition into full time financial education   Episode Sponsors Goal Trauma Winter Retreat with EFT Tapping Practitioner Jacqui Acree  This is a LIVE 6-week group EFT tapping cohort that empowers you to tap into a steady source of freedom, flow, and fulfillment on -demand …as you grow the life and business you want on your own terms Wed Feb 7 - March 13th 2024 Learn More and sign up for Goal Trauma Winter Retreat visit http://tinyurl.com/GTWRNOWWHAT   Do you love the show? Support us on Patreon so we can keep growing! https://www.patreon.com/IJustBlankNowWhat    I’d love to connect with you: Come follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  Signup for my newsletter at: https://jessicastephens.ca/  Or read more about all the things I love on my Blog: https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/jess-loves-life    Connect with Tess https://www.instagram.com/wealthwithtess  https://www.tiktok.com/@wealthwithtess  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tesswaresmith/  www.wealthwithtess.com  http://www.moneyconfidentcoach.com/savvy 

Hey Friend, In this week’s episode, I’m talking with Stephanie Cansian about her transformative journey centered around a simple, yet challenging exercise – the burpee. Stephanie shares how she started doing burpees initially to improve her physical appearance, but it eventually led to numerous other positive changes. Stephanie discusses overcoming self-doubt, building confidence, achieving her goal of being able to do 100 burpees, losing 30 pounds, and feeling more driven and satisfied in her life generally. Stephanie also shares how this journey inspired her to write a self-help book that encourages people to be mindful and live in the moment, while also discussing her subsequent career shift to become a full-time writer and email marketer. Stephanie Cansian is a copywriter, email marketer, and author of the book “Change the World in $10 or Less”. She loves trying new restaurants with excellent coffee, reading good books in comfortable chairs, and breaking a sweat everyday. ​Stephanie can categorically confirm that Central Jersey exists, as she lives there with her husband Kevin and dog Remus. Listen in as we talk about: What’s Important to know about Stephanie Why she needed to start doing burpees The biggest transformation she noticed Using the same achievement mindset in different areas of life How to get back on the bandwagon once you’re off Deciding to write a book   Episode Sponsors FREE 3-DAY EFT TAPPING SERIES: Feel Good Goals. Forget *New Year, New You*. It's time for New Year, True You, with Jacqui Acree, Certified Advanced EFT Tapping Practitioner  http://tinyurl.com/FGGNOWWHAT Do you love the show? Support us on Patreon so we can keep growing! https://www.patreon.com/IJustBlankNowWhat    I’d love to connect with you: Come follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  Signup for my newsletter at: https://jessicastephens.ca/  Or read more about all the things I love on my Blog: https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/jess-loves-life  Connect with Stephanie www.instagram.com/SLCansian  https://www.LinkedIn.com/in/slcansian  http://www.stephaniecansian.com 

Hey Friend In this week’s episode, Cat Valyi joins me to talk about the shift into a new decade, specifically turning 60. Cat shares about her life, professional experience, and how she not only takes care of her health, but prioritizes it. We talk about redefining retirement and aging. Instead of treating age as a countdown to retirement or an expiration date, we discuss the importance of remaining active and pursuing goals no matter how old you are, ultimately redefining aging. Cat Valyi is the founder of CV Strategic Marketing Solutions and the co-founder of Women With Dynamic Purpose. Cat has over 30 years of experience as a B2B healthcare marketing executive. Her corporate expertise helps leaders in the industry transform their marketing mindset and develop winning strategies to get, keep, and grow their businesses. As a success coach, Cat uses her unique methodology that combines psychology, mindset, and marketing principles. This powerful blend empowers her clients to streamline their strategic development and define their goals and path while strengthening their ability to achieve their professional objectives. Listen in as we talk about: What’s Important to know about Cat Her Approach to Helping Others Transitioning into 60s and Gaining A New Perspective Redefining Retirement Influence of Ageism and Changing Mindset Embracing Your Age and Keeping Fit Living in the Present and Planning for the Future The Difference Between Biological Age and Psychological Age The Impact of Positive Self-Talk Challenging Ageism and Embracing Your Age Maintaining Energy and Vitality in Later Life The Role of a Partner in Aging Future Plans and Embracing New Opportunities Episode Sponsors Arbonne Greens Gut Glow Bundle. Use promo code ARBONNE10 at checkout to get 10% off. (https://www.arbonne.com/ca/en/shop-all/nutrition/green-gut-glow-convenience-pack/p/1055%20CA)  Or start a subscription and save 20%  off every order and free shipping! (https://www.arbonne.com/ca/en/arb/JessicaStephensToronto/cart?shareId=8835579432487)  Do you love the show? Support us on Patreon so we can keep growing! https://www.patreon.com/IJustBlankNowWhat  I’d love to connect with you: Come follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  Signup for my newsletter at: https://jessicastephens.ca/  Or read more about all the things I love on my Blog: https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/jess-loves-life  Connect with Cat www.instagram.com/catvalyi  https://www.linkedin.com/in/cat-valyi-b2bstrategicexpert  www.cvstrategicmarketing.com  Get a copy of The Shift Always Happens https://www.cvstrategicmarketing.com/shirft-always-happens-ebook  

Hey Friends, Welcome to Season 6, and the start of a brand new year! I’m kicking off season six with an episode that focuses on my own journey to embracing a child-free life. As you may remember from past episodes, the hubs and I made the decision to let go of trying for kids after dealing with infertility and a transition phase.  I share about how 2023 was the first full year I wholeheartedly embraced and found joy in being child-free. I shed light on the changes I made throughout the year, from my home to my conversations, social media habits and overall business model. Lastly, I give you insight into future plans which include travel, passion projects and strengthening friendships with other child-free women. Listen in as we talk about: Embracing being childless to childfree Acknowledging how the narrative when you’re older is geared towards moms and parents What inspired this episode and for me to dive into this topic DINK Lifestyle and the benefits.  Unfollowing social accounts that were more mom or parenting focused, and focusing on ones that were more to do with being childfree The content we consume really does impact our subconscious  Rich Auntie Energy is what I want for my life.  Having multiple spaces in my home to support my passions Getting excited about child-free plans and travel Not having to split caregiving energy when things are tough The changes I’ve made in my business Steps to take if you’re aligned with this message too Episode Sponsors Join Arbonne 30 Days to Healthy Living (https://www.arbonne.com/ca/en/arb/jessicastephenstoronto/healthy-living/30-days)  Or start a subscription and save with 20% off every order and free shipping! (https://www.arbonne.com/ca/en/arb/JessicaStephensToronto/cart?shareId=8835579432487)  Do you love the show? Support us on Patreon so we can keep growing! https://www.patreon.com/IJustBlankNowWhat  I’d love to connect with you: Come follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  Signup for my newsletter at: https://jessicastephens.ca/  Or read more about all the things I love on my Blog: https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/jess-loves-life   

Hey Friends, In this last episode of the season, I sit down with Tara Rhodes, a certified leadership coach, to talk all about the concept of ambition. Tara shares her story of how her ambition has impacted both her personal and professional relationships and the self-reflection process she underwent to shift her focus from being overly ambitious and task-oriented to being driven and values-driven. We discuss the pros and cons of both being task-oriented and relationship-oriented, the credibility of personality tests, the perception of the word 'ambition', the significance of feedback and communication in personal growth, and how Tara's coaching journey has impacted her perception of ambition. As an award-winning trainer and facilitator and a certified leadership coach, Tara Rhodes helps emerging leaders define a vision for their leadership so that the people they influence can do their best work. She has been lucky to work with entry level to executive level employees at various company stages, and has come to understand that purpose driven companies can only be successful when their people are confident to do the work required. Ultimately she is dedicated to helping people gain clarity on the life they want to live, and supporting them develop healthy habits to make that happen. A wife, and mom to two lively boys, she actively practices what she preaches to maintain a healthy balance and presence in her day-to-day life.  Listen in as we talk about: What’s important to know about Tara Tara's Love for Learning The Negative Side of Ambition The Impact of Ambition on Tara's Relationships Turning Point: Starting Coaching Training Understanding and Embracing the Shadow Side Masculine Energy and its Relationship to Ambition The Role of Personality Tests in Self-Understanding Balancing Task Orientation with People Focus The Power of Vulnerability and Feedback Applying Self-Awareness in Personal Relationships The Shift from Ambition to Driven How to approach highly ambitious Individuals Episode Sponsors Join Arbonne 30 Days to Healthy Living (https://www.arbonne.com/ca/en/arb/jessicastephenstoronto/healthy-living/30-days)  Or start a subscription and save with 20% off every order and free shipping! (https://www.arbonne.com/ca/en/arb/JessicaStephensToronto/cart?shareId=8835579432487)  Do you love the show? Support us on Patreon so we can keep growing! https://www.patreon.com/IJustBlankNowWhat    I’d love to connect with you: Come follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  Signup for my newsletter at: https://jessicastephens.ca/  Or read more about all the things I love on my Blog: https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/jess-loves-life  Connect with Tara: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tararhodes/  www.tararhodes.ca     

Hey Friends, In this episode, we emphasize the importance of vulnerability, as Katherine shares an impactful event wherein she suffered a seizure while abroad in Portugal, erasing her prepared speech to be delivered at a tech conference. Despite the setback, Katherine still went on stage, shared her experience with the audience, and gave her speech - an act of vulnerability that was well received. As you’ll hear in our conversation, this event sparked a newfound approach to her personal and business interactions. Since then, she uses vulnerability and genuine curiosity as tools to foster psychologically safe spaces and deeper connections.  From being the little girl who sold shares in her "company" and played HR (even firing her own mother!) to the traveling entrepreneur and speaker that she is now, Katherine McCord has had quite a journey. Katherine has multiple physical and neuro diversities, ranging from MCAS and seizures to Bipolar and OCD, and says, “I am successful WITH my diagnosis, not in spite of them”. Born in Dallas, Texas she began rescuing animals early on and as an adult became a proud foster mama, even for wolves and exotic animals. She currently lives in Florida and runs a company called Titan Management, which she founded in 2014 with the purpose of shaking up HR and recruiting. She also hosts two shows, Career Launch Live and Super Mania Show, and is the COO and Board Member of the international neurodiversity and nonlinear group, The Octopus Movement. Highlighting the power of being vulnerable and asking questions, Katherine encourages others to embrace this approach for exponential personal and professional growth. Listen in as we talk about: What’s important to know about Katherine Her story of experiencing a seizure while traveling What this experience taught her about being vulnerable  Learning how to handle peoples’ questions  Identifying opportunities for expansion  Being prepared to let people go in your life Episode Sponsors Arbonne Greens Gut Glow Bundle. Use promo code ARBONNE10 at checkout to get 10% off. (https://www.arbonne.com/ca/en/shop-all/nutrition/green-gut-glow-convenience-pack/p/1055%20CA)  Or start a subscription and save 20%  off every order and free shipping! (https://www.arbonne.com/ca/en/arb/JessicaStephensToronto/cart?shareId=8835579432487)  Do you love the show? Support us on Patreon so we can keep growing! https://www.patreon.com/IJustBlankNowWhat    I’d love to connect with you: Come follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  Signup for my newsletter at: https://jessicastephens.ca/  Or read more about all the things I love on my Blog: https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/jess-loves-life  Connect with Katherine: https://www.tiktok.com/@katthehrtitan  https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-mccord-093bb343/ www.kmccordspeaking.com   

Hey Friends, This week, for the last co-hosted episode of 2023, I’m interviewed by Jennifer Furlong about the journey of hosting 'I Just Blank, Now What'. I reflect on the growth and impact of the podcast since its inception and give you a glimpse into the future plans. We talk about the importance of sustaining the podcast through financial commitment and time investment, while also considering it as a business. I share how hosting different people on the podcast has vastly added to my life, enriching my network and fostering a more understanding and empathetic perspective. The episode also discusses how each listener's engagement, from leaving reviews, subscribing, sharing episodes to becoming a patron, is very significant and appreciated. Listen in as we talk about: How we know each other and the beginning of our connection The premise behind I Just (Blank)! Now What? My very first day of recording The impact of listeners reaching out Keeping up the long game of continuing to put out more content The balance of the financial impact of having the podcast Two things to remember when taking on any project How podcasting challenges you in new and different ways What is next for the podcast How we pick stories and guests Episode Sponsors Do you love the show? Support us on Patreon so we can keep growing! https://www.patreon.com/IJustBlankNowWhat    I’d love to connect with you: Come follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  Signup for my newsletter at: https://jessicastephens.ca/  Or read more about all the things I love on my Blog: https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/jess-loves-life   

Hey Friends, This week, Danielle shares her experience of transitioning out of the corporate world, the process of launching startups, and the ups and downs that came with it.   Having personally started three very different businesses in a fairly short amount of time,  Dainielle  has a wealth of knowledge of what to do and what not to do when starting a new business! With a career spanning over 20 years working for several of Australia’s largest wholesale, retail, and franchisee businesses across a large variety of industries. Danielle gained valuable experience in sales, operations, marketing, product management, product development, brand building, strategic planning and team building which offered her the experience and passion for business and in turn saw her launch 2 start-ups within a few years in very different categories.  With the knowledge gained through her journey founding two e-commerce start up’s, Danielle has now written her first book, Once Upon a Start Up, detailing her key learnings received in her journey which has led her to becoming a business consultant and coach as the passion and love she found in her was that she wanted to support others navigating their business pathways. Listen in as we talk about: What’s important to know about Danielle Her first and second start up Writing her book once COVID hit Shifting into a coaching practice  Noticing when you need to walk away from a business Beginning steps for anyone getting into a startup Episode Sponsors Join Arbonne 30 Days to Healthy Living (https://www.arbonne.com/ca/en/arb/jessicastephenstoronto/healthy-living/30-days)  Or start a subscription and save with 20% off every order and free shipping! (https://www.arbonne.com/ca/en/arb/JessicaStephensToronto/cart?shareId=8835579432487)  Do you love the show? Support us on Patreon so we can keep growing! https://www.patreon.com/IJustBlankNowWhat    I’d love to connect with you: Come follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  Signup for my newsletter at: https://jessicastephens.ca/  Or read more about all the things I love on my Blog: https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/jess-loves-life  Connect with Danielle: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.sady/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-sady-267261ba/ www.daniellesady.com   

Hey Friends, This week Ahuva Hershkop joins me to talk about the hot topic MANY of us have experienced: burnout. We go into what burnout actually is, how it shows up in our lives, its implications and the strategies that can help alleviate it. Ahuva shares her personal journey from experiencing burnout to becoming a coach for women dealing with similar issues.  We chat about the pressures of societal norms, the power of being curious and introspective, and valuable tips for those affected by burnout. Ahuva Hershkop is a Toronto based Anti-diet dietitian and  burnout coach for professional women. In her 1:1, group coaching, and corporate partnerships she supports  professional women and the organizations they support, in stepping out of the working mom hustle culture that leads so many women to burnout, so they can start enjoying their days again and making their goals a reality without losing themselves or compromising on their professional aspirations in the process. As a working mother who supports professional women Ahuva is well-versed in the specific and unique challenges professional women experience in advancing their careers while navigating their personal responsibilities specifically in a post pandemic, virtual world. She supports clients 1:1 and in her group program the Unapologetic Living Code to step out of the perfectionism, people pleasing and socialization that hold women back so that they can create a life they enjoy living without compromising on their personal or professional goals.   Listen in as we talk about: What’s important to know about Ahuva Understanding burnout The approach of overcoming burnout The impact burnout has on us Strategies for overcoming burnout Shifting from personal recovery to helping others Three tips for dealing with burnout   Episode Sponsors EFT Tapping “Happy-ish Holidays” with Jacqui Acree  It’s 10 days of 10 minute easy-to-follow EFT tapping sessions to make sure - while you're meeting everyone else's needs - your needs don't get missed this holiday season.  What’s tapping you ask? Well it’s a science-backed stress management tool that I personally have been using and loving.  Since I started tapping with Jacqui , I've noticed feeling way less stressed and mentally exhausted from all the things!   Special Black Friday week offer: $49 (save $80 / over 60% off) Click below to instantly save: https://cart.jacquiacree.com/happyish-holidays-2023/?coupon=NOWWHAT Limited Time offer till Nov 30th 2023.    I’d love to connect with you: Come follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  Signup for my newsletter at: https://jessicastephens.ca/  Or read more about all the things I love on my Blog: https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/jess-loves-life    Connect with Ahuva: https://www.instagram.com/ahuvahershkop/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ahuva-hershkop-1b345719/ https://unapologeticlivingcode.com/guide   

Hey Friends, This week, Tasha Romanelli joins me to talk about her journey from being a workaholic and perfectionist in the advertising industry to a sober curious, grounded spiritualist. She shares her experience with alcohol, from casual office parties to experiencing health issues like gout, eventually leading her to decide to give up alcohol. She talks about the transformational process and positive impacts of her sobriety on her life, relationships, and business. Tasha Romanelli is a grounded spiritualist who has an immense passion to help raise the energy of the collective. Owner and founder of Raise Your Vibes, a healing and empowerment centre for women. She has built a sacred and safe space for women to heal, be inspired and empowered to unapologetically be themselves. Tasha has a unique and intuitive approach to her healing and empowerment coaching practices. She is a certified reiki master, meditation teacher certified by the University of Toronto, Mind Magic (r) coach, certified and licensed by The Litt Factor, in training to become a 200hr Sakalya Yoga Teacher and a veteran freelance Creative Art Director for over 20 years. Her mission today is to show her children that anything is possible, to rewrite her ancestral trauma and LIVE LIFE unapologetically.  Listen in as we talk about: What’s important to know about Tasha What was going on in her life when she decided not to drink anymore Why we normalize drinking too much What went into her decision of quitting drinking Shifting during pandemic Having her last drink, triggers and vacation drinking The sober-curious movement and options How her kids are responding differently to her being a sober mom How her alcohol free journey has affected other people Finding authenticity in yourself and which version of herself she liked more Her business, who she works with and what she is doing Episode Sponsors Arbonne Greens Gut Glow Bundle. Use promo code ARBONNE10 at checkout to get 10% off. (https://www.arbonne.com/ca/en/shop-all/nutrition/green-gut-glow-convenience-pack/p/1055%20CA)  Or start a subscription and save with 20% off every order and free shipping! (https://www.arbonne.com/ca/en/arb/JessicaStephensToronto/cart?shareId=8835579432487)  Do you love the show? Support us on Patreon so we can keep growing! https://www.patreon.com/IJustBlankNowWhat    I’d love to connect with you: Come follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  Signup for my newsletter at: https://jessicastephens.ca/  Or read more about all the things I love on my Blog: https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/jess-loves-life  Connect with Tasha: http://www.instagram.com/Iam_tasharomanelli https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasharomanelli/ http://raiseyourvibes.co  Get calm in just 10 mins. Free Bye-Bye Monkey Mind Meditation to help release stress and create more space in that big beautiful mind of yours.