Have you ever felt trapped in a job or lifestyle that no longer serves you?

In this episode, I sit down with my podcast manager, Chanlie Leavitt, to dive into her story of breaking free from a career that no longer fit. Chanlie made the bold decision to leave teaching—a profession she'd invested years in—after realizing it wasn't aligned with her passion anymore. Together, we unpack the emotional rollercoaster of walking away from job security, the courage to embrace change, and how she found her way into podcast management.

We don’t shy away from the tough stuff either—like the burnout so many teachers are facing, the emotional weight of toxic work environments, and why finding the courage to walk away can be the key to reclaiming your life.

If you’ve been thinking about making a big change, or if you’re craving a life that truly lights you up, this conversation is packed with the inspiration you need.

Here’s what we get into during our chat:

• The teacher exodus and why so many are walking away
• Breaking free from the "golden handcuffs" of job security
• The emotional impact of toxic work environments
• Transitioning into a fulfilling freelance career
• Living unapologetically and following what lights you up

This episode is all about reclaiming your life and creating a career that feels right. Tune in for some laughs, real stories, and a dose of inspiration to start living your most authentic life!

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Midlife on Purpose: Workbook

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Freelancing Course

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We all have stories that we tell ourselves.

In fact—each of us thinks about 60,000 thoughts every single day, with 90% of them being the exact same ones from the day before.

And here's the kicker—if those thoughts are negative, we're doing ourselves a huge disservice. Plus, to make it even trickier, most of those thoughts are running in the background, on autopilot in our subconscious.

In today’s episode, I’m diving deep into how we can break free from those limiting beliefs and tap into our limitless potential with mindset and high performance coach, Shawn Carlin.

During our chat, we touch on:

• Shawn's story: How he first discovered the power of energy and became aware of its impact on our lives.
• The connection between our self-worth, personal values, and our relationship with money.
• How early financial experiences shape our adult perceptions of wealth and abundance.
• Practical steps to reframe your problems and shift from a victim mindset to a growth mindset.
• Why the words we use matter so much and how they shape our beliefs and reality.

Ready to shift those stories and start living limitlessly? Tune in to the full episode now!

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Midlife on Purpose: Workbook

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You've probably heard all the stereotypes about homeschooling—you know, the socially awkward kids who spend their days sewing socks in long skirts and bonnets. But let’s be real, that’s not what modern homeschooling looks like.

In this episode, I sit down with two amazing homeschooling moms, Erin Tomlinson and Kensey Hering, to pull back the curtain on what homeschooling really is.

Spoiler alert: there’s no bonnets involved.

Erin and Kensey trusted their instincts and took a different path with their kids’ education, and they’re here to share the highs, the challenges, and everything in between.

We get into:

• How Erin and Kensey made the leap from traditional schooling to homeschooling
• The initial pushback they faced from friends and family
• Busting the biggest myths about homeschooling
• The go-to resources they swear by to make homeschooling work for their families
• How their lives—and their kids’ lives—have transformed since making the switch

Whether you’re curious about homeschooling or just want to hear from two moms who are making it happen in real life, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration. Trust me, this is one conversation you won’t want to miss!

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Midlife on Purpose: Workbook

1000 Hours Outside

Outschool

Wild + Free

The Good and the Beautiful

Beast Academy

Spectrum Workbooks

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