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Sometimes we keep pushing because walking away feels like failure.

We have already invested the time, the money, the relationships, the identity, and the years of effort, so surely we are supposed to keep going.

But what if continuing is not perseverance?

What if it is misalignment?

In this episode of Empower Hour with Lady J, Jodi Marie explores the difference between persistence and alignment, why resilience without discernment can become self-abandonment, and how chronic depletion can be a signal that something deserves honest evaluation.

She shares personal lessons from entrepreneurship, real estate, fitness, burnout, bankruptcy, faith, and the journey behind Alone: A Story of Finding Self, while challenging listeners to examine the areas of life they may be carrying simply because letting go would feel like failure.

You will hear about:

• Why changing direction does not erase what a season taught you
• The danger of tying identity to titles, accomplishments, and outcomes
• Burnout, emotional exhaustion, and the importance of recognizing misalignment early
• Why previous investments should not automatically determine your future
• The role of faith, discernment, courage, and surrender
• How redirection can become visible only after movement
• Why disappointing outcomes do not have to define you

The episode closes with two important questions:

What are you still carrying because putting it down would make you feel like you failed?

If failure were completely removed from the equation, would you still choose it?

Join the deeper conversation and access the Empower Hour with Lady J community at:

https://linktr.ee/ladyjempowers

And remember:

Misalignment is not failure.

One note: I would not lead the title with “burnout,” even though burnout is a meaningful part of the episode. The transcript makes it clear that the central promise is broader: alignment, discernment, identity, and knowing when to stop forcing a path. Burnout is one consequence and warning sign, not the entire episode.

This track was made by my daughter, Jasmine. She is my why for everything I do.

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Welcome to Empower Hour with Lady J hosted by Jodi Marie. Through life's ups and downs, we have one choice: make excuses and quit, or shift, figure it out, and keep going. It's really that simple. What we choose is what matters. I choose to keep going.

Thank you all for being a part of this mission!

Please share the podcast with everyone you know. If you are interested in sponsoring or appearing as a guest, please contact Jodi through her website at www.ladyjempowers.com, and don't forget to join our email list for weekly newsletters and announcements.

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Welcome back to Empower Hour with Lady J! Season 6 begins with a topic I know a little too well: analysis paralysis.

The irony? I spent almost a year overthinking restarting this very podcast.

First it was the background noise. Then life was falling apart. Then I needed to move. Then there was something else…and something else…and yada yada yada, blah blah blah. At some point, I had to recognize that the circumstances kept changing, but I was still standing in the same place.

In this episode, I get honest about my own tendency to overanalyze and the fear, childhood experiences, self-doubt, and “what ifs” that can keep even strong, capable leaders stuck.

We talk about:

• How overthinking can disguise itself as preparation
• Why fear of failure and fear of judgment keep us from taking action
• The difference between failure, redirection, and misalignment
• Why some of the things I once called failures were actually preparation
• The importance of accountability and self-awareness
• How our past experiences can influence the decisions we make today
• Reframing “What if it doesn’t work?” into “What if it does?”
• Choosing faith over allowing fear to make our decisions
• Why taking one imperfect step can create more impact than endlessly analyzing every possible outcome

I also share lessons from my journey as an athlete, coach, entrepreneur, author, and leader, along with reflections from my book, Alone: A Story of Finding Self.

You cannot control every outcome. You cannot guarantee that everyone will understand you, support you, buy from you, listen to you, or believe in what you are building.

But you can decide whether fear gets to keep you from starting.

So here is the question I want you to sit with:

What is the one thing you have been putting off because you are afraid of what might happen?

And then ask yourself something different:

What if it works?

If this episode resonates with you, follow Empower Hour with Lady J so you don’t miss Season 6, and share this episode with someone who may be overthinking their next step.

It is time to stop waiting until everything makes sense.

Take the first bold step.

This track was made by my daughter, Jasmine. She is my why for everything I do.

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Welcome to Empower Hour with Lady J hosted by Jodi Marie. Through life's ups and downs, we have one choice: make excuses and quit, or shift, figure it out, and keep going. It's really that simple. What we choose is what matters. I choose to keep going.

Thank you all for being a part of this mission!

Please share the podcast with everyone you know. If you are interested in sponsoring or appearing as a guest, please contact Jodi through her website at www.ladyjempowers.com, and don't forget to join our email list for weekly newsletters and announcements.

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In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, I am joined by celebrated author, educator, and Licensed Massage Therapist Jodi Scholes to explore the profound connection between pain, trauma, and healing. With over 30 years of experience and over 22,000 massage sessions completed, Jodi Scholes brings unique insights from her book, Body Blueprint: How Your Pain May Be Telling a Story, which examines how mental and emotional stress can significantly influence physical pain.

The conversation dives into the biopsychosocial model of pain, uncovering how trauma and unintegrated memories manifest in the body, as highlighted through compelling client stories. Together, we discuss the limitations of traditional medicine's quick-fix approach and emphasize the importance of addressing the deeper root causes of pain. We share practical insights on listening to your body's messages, honoring your healing journey, and embracing the mind-body connection.

This episode is an invitation to shift your perspective on pain, explore the stories your body is telling, and connect with others who are on similar journeys of overcoming trauma and persistent pain.

Connect with Jodi Scholes:

• Watch her TEDx talk: Body Blueprint: How Your Pain May Be Telling a Story
• Learn more in her book: Body Blueprint: How Your Pain May Be Telling a Story
• Contact Jodi Scholes: www.jodischoles.com

Connect with host Jodi Watkins:

• Visit the Lady J Empowerment community: https://linktr.ee/ladyjempowers.

This track was made by my daughter, Jasmine. She is my why for everything I do.

Support the show

Welcome to Empower Hour with Lady J hosted by Jodi Marie. Through life's ups and downs, we have one choice: make excuses and quit, or shift, figure it out, and keep going. It's really that simple. What we choose is what matters. I choose to keep going.

Thank you all for being a part of this mission!

Please share the podcast with everyone you know. If you are interested in sponsoring or appearing as a guest, please contact Jodi through her website at www.ladyjempowers.com, and don't forget to join our email list for weekly newsletters and announcements.