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  • Finding Certainty Through Action

    Finding Certainty Through Action
    2026/07/09
    Most of us think we're waiting for the right moment. The truth? We're often waiting for certainty that simply doesn't exist. In this episode, we're exploring why feeling stuck has less to do with a lack of information and more to do with our brain's desire for certainty. You'll discover why waiting to feel "ready" keeps you exactly where you are—and how taking one small step creates the confidence and clarity you've been looking for all along. If you've been putting off a difficult decision, a career change, leaving an unhealthy relationship, or pursuing a dream because you're waiting for more certainty, this episode will help you shift your mindset, take action, and begin building certainty one choice at a time. KEY TAKEAWAYS When you feel stuck, walk through these five questions: What am I actually afraid of? Is this danger or discomfort? What do I know for certain today? What's one small action I can take? What will I learn by taking it? Those five questions interrupt overthinking and create movement. BEST MOMENTS There is something incredibly powerful about a woman who no longer abandons her inner truth... — Anonymous The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have any. — Alice Walker Other people's certainty about who you are is not evidence... — Anonymous If you don't like the road you're walking, start paving another one. — Dolly Parton I learned to always take on things I'd never done before. Growth and comfort do not coexist. — Virginia Rometty When one's mind is made up, this diminishes fear. — Rosa Parks VALUABLE RESOURCES If you're struggling in a relationship and wondering if it might be controlling, you're not alone. Download my free guide at locatecoaching.com/freegift to help you find clarity and confidence. EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT Check out other episodes of Life After: From Surviving to Thriving: https://sites.libsyn.com/460833/site ABOUT THE HOST Jill McKnight is a mindset coach and speaker as well as an Erickson Professional Certified Coach. She specializes in supporting those who are rebuilding their lives and finding their most aligned path forward. Jill knows that the tips and tricks in each episode work – because she's used them to change her life and her clients have used them to change their lives! Jill has the education and life experience to help you rebuild your life, whatever the circumstances… and move from surviving to thriving! Through her talks, events, programs, and podcast Life After: From Surviving to Thriving, Jill provides her clients with a unique mix of thoughtful guidance and sincere care. She lives in a small town in Washington with her son and is committed to co-creating a world with more hope, connection, and healing for us all. CONNECT & CONTACT TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@locatecoaching IG: https://www.instagram.com/locatecoaching/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwEImRGJXX4hrdS_NM3wWXg Email: info@locatecoaching.com
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    43 分
  • Boundaries Are For You

    Boundaries Are For You
    2026/06/24

    Boundaries aren't about controlling other people—they're about honoring yourself. In this episode, Jill explores why boundaries can feel so difficult, especially for people who have experienced trauma, people-pleasing, toxic relationships, or insecure attachment. She shares personal stories about learning to hold boundaries in both her marriage and professional life, explains why discomfort is often a sign that a boundary needs attention, and offers practical strategies for strengthening your "boundary muscle." If you've ever struggled to say no, felt guilty for putting yourself first, or found yourself repeatedly moving the line for others, this episode will help you begin creating healthier, more respectful relationships—starting with the one you have with yourself.

    KEY TAKEAWAYS

    • Notice discomfort
    • Get clear – what do you want?
    • Pause…
    • Take small steps
    • Expect pushback
    • Practice, practice, practice

    BEST MOMENTS

    Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves, even when we risk disappointing others. – Brené Brown

    Boundaries are the distance at which I can love you and me simultaneously. –Nedra Glover Tawwab

    No is a complete sentence. –Anne Lamott

    Boundaries are the distance at which I can love you and me at the same time. –Prentis Hemphill

    No is a complete sentence. – Anne Lamott

    Every time you're given a choice between disappointing someone else and disappointing yourself, your job is to disappoint someone else. –Glennon Doyle

    VALUABLE RESOURCES

    If you're struggling in a relationship and wondering if it might be controlling, you're not alone. Download my free guide at locatecoaching.com/freegift to help you find clarity and confidence.

    EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT

    Check out other episodes of Life After: From Surviving to Thriving:

    https://sites.libsyn.com/460833/site

    ABOUT THE HOST

    Jill McKnight is a mindset coach and speaker as well as an Erickson Professional Certified Coach. She specializes in supporting those who are rebuilding their lives and finding their most aligned path forward.

    Jill knows that the tips and tricks in each episode work – because she's used them to change her life and her clients have used them to change their lives! Jill has the education and life experience to help you rebuild your life, whatever the circumstances… and move from surviving to thriving!

    Through her talks, events, programs, and podcast "Life After: From Surviving to Thriving", Jill provides her clients with a unique mix of thoughtful guidance and sincere care. She lives in a small town in Washington with her son and is committed to co-create a world with more hope, connection, and healing for us all.

    CONNECT & CONTACT

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@locatecoaching

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/locatecoaching/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwEImRGJXX4hrdS_NM3wWXg

    Email: info@locatecoaching.com
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    44 分
  • Trust Small Before You Trust Big

    Trust Small Before You Trust Big
    2026/06/10

    In this episode of Life After: From Surviving to Thriving, Jill explores one of the most difficult challenges after betrayal, toxic relationships, and heartbreak: learning to trust again. She unpacks how childhood attachment styles shape our ability to trust, why betrayal often damages trust in ourselves as much as trust in others, and how trauma can make connection feel risky.

    Through personal stories, practical examples, and actionable strategies, Jill shares how to rebuild trust slowly, set healthy boundaries, recognize trustworthy behavior, and reconnect with your own inner wisdom.

    This episode is a compassionate reminder that trust isn't built through words—it's built through patterns, actions, consistency, and learning to listen to yourself again.

    KEY TAKEAWAYS

    • Trust is earned through action and consistency, not words
    • Trust is a pattern – not an on/off switch
    • Boundaries strengthens trust
    • Trust small before you trust big
    • Identify your own patterns

    BEST MOMENTS

    When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time. –Maya Angelou

    Trust is built in very small moments. – Brené Brown

    You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. –Eleanor Roosevelt

    I have met myself and I am going to care for her fiercely. –Glennon Doyle

    Trust your instincts. Intuition doesn't lie. –Oprah Winfrey

    VALUABLE RESOURCES

    If you're struggling in a relationship and wondering if it might be controlling, you're not alone. Download my free guide at locatecoaching.com/freegift to help you find clarity and confidence.

    EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT

    Check out other episodes of Life After: From Surviving to Thriving:

    https://sites.libsyn.com/460833/site

    ABOUT THE HOST

    Jill McKnight is a mindset coach and speaker as well as an Erickson Professional Certified Coach. She specializes in supporting those who are rebuilding their lives and finding their most aligned path forward.

    Jill knows that the tips and tricks in each episode work – because she's used them to change her life and her clients have used them to change their lives! Jill has the education and life experience to help you rebuild your life, whatever the circumstances… and move from surviving to thriving!

    Through her talks, events, programs, and podcast "Life After: From Surviving to Thriving", Jill provides her clients with a unique mix of thoughtful guidance and sincere care. She lives in a small town in Washington with her son and is committed to co-create a world with more hope, connection, and healing for us all.

    CONNECT & CONTACT

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@locatecoaching

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/locatecoaching/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwEImRGJXX4hrdS_NM3wWXg

    Email: info@locatecoaching.com
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    50 分
  • The Myth of Closure

    The Myth of Closure
    2026/05/27
    In this deeply personal episode, Jill explores the complicated and often misunderstood reality of closure after toxic and narcissistic relationships. While many people long for one final conversation, apology, or moment that finally makes everything make sense, Jill explains why true closure rarely comes from the other person — especially when dealing with someone who lacks accountability, empathy, or self-awareness. Through vulnerable and honest storytelling from her own experiences with both narcissistic relationships and toxic work environments, Jill shares how grief, rumination, unresolved expectations, and the search for "the perfect conversation" can keep us emotionally stuck far longer than we realize. She also discusses post-separation abuse, the lingering effects of emotional control, and why healing is rarely a straight line. This episode offers compassionate but practical insight into what actually helps us move forward: reframing our expectations, reducing the emotional "real estate" toxic people occupy in our minds, allowing ourselves to fully grieve, and finding supportive community with people who truly understand the experience. If you've ever struggled to let go, questioned why someone treated you the way they did, or wondered whether you'll ever fully heal, this episode is a reminder that peace is still possible — even without perfect closure. Little by little, healing happens. And eventually, what once consumed you can become nothing more than a dusty banker's box tucked quietly away in the attic of your mind. 💜 KEY TAKEAWAYS Stop waiting for the "perfect conversation" Grief is part of the healing and closure process Shift your expectations so you don't stay stuck Community helps you heal faster Reduce the "real estate" in your head BEST MOMENTS You don't have to have a reason to let go. –Cheryl Strayed You need to learn how to select your thoughts just the same way you select your clothes every day. –Elizabeth Gilbert You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them. –Maya Angelou Life is brutal. But it's also beautiful. Brutiful. –Glennon Doyle Nothing ever goes away until it has taught us what we need to know. –Pema Chödrön VALUABLE RESOURCES If you're struggling in a relationship and wondering if it might be controlling, you're not alone. Download my free guide at locatecoaching.com/freegift to help you find clarity and confidence. EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT Check out other episodes of Life After: From Surviving to Thriving: https://sites.libsyn.com/460833/site ABOUT THE HOST Jill McKnight is a mindset coach and speaker as well as an Erickson Professional Certified Coach. She specializes in supporting those who are rebuilding their lives and finding their most aligned path forward. Jill knows that the tips and tricks in each episode work – because she's used them to change her life and her clients have used them to change their lives! Jill has the education and life experience to help you rebuild your life, whatever the circumstances… and move from surviving to thriving! Through her talks, events, programs, and podcast "Life After: From Surviving to Thriving", Jill provides her clients with a unique mix of thoughtful guidance and sincere care. She lives in a small town in Washington with her son and is committed to co-create a world with more hope, connection, and healing for us all. CONNECT & CONTACT TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@locatecoaching IG: https://www.instagram.com/locatecoaching/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwEImRGJXX4hrdS_NM3wWXg Email: info@locatecoaching.com
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    45 分
  • Why Structure Creates Freedom

    Why Structure Creates Freedom
    2026/05/14

    In this episode of Life After: From Surviving to Thriving, Jill explores the connection between mindset, productivity, routines, and healing from toxic relationships. She shares practical strategies for creating routines that support your real life—not someone else's version of success—including time blocking, planning ahead, avoiding burnout, and redefining productivity in a hustle-driven world. This episode is a reminder that productivity isn't about doing more—it's about creating a life that feels focused, grounded, and free.

    KEY TAKEAWAYS

    • Time blocking
    • What's your "perfect" day (not perfectionism😊) look like!
    • Creating the routine that works for you and your life
    • What does freedom look like?

    BEST MOMENTS

    How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives. –Annie Dillard

    Creativity is a habit, and the best creativity is the result of good work habits. –Twyla Tharp

    Success doesn't come from what you do occasionally. It comes from what you do consistently. –Marie Forleo

    You don't have to feel ready. You just have to start. –Mel Robbins

    You are your best thing. –Toni Morrison

    VALUABLE RESOURCES

    If you're struggling in a relationship and wondering if it might be controlling, you're not alone. Download my free guide at locatecoaching.com/freegift to help you find clarity and confidence.

    EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT

    Check out other episodes of Life After: From Surviving to Thriving:

    https://sites.libsyn.com/460833/site

    ABOUT THE HOST

    Jill McKnight is a mindset coach and speaker as well as an Erickson Professional Certified Coach. She specializes in supporting those who are rebuilding their lives and finding their most aligned path forward.

    Jill knows that the tips and tricks in each episode work – because she's used them to change her life and her clients have used them to change their lives! Jill has the education and life experience to help you rebuild your life, whatever the circumstances… and move from surviving to thriving!

    Through her talks, events, programs, and podcast "Life After: From Surviving to Thriving", Jill provides her clients with a unique mix of thoughtful guidance and sincere care. She lives in a small town in Washington with her son and is committed to co-create a world with more hope, connection, and healing for us all.

    CONNECT & CONTACT

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@locatecoaching

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/locatecoaching/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwEImRGJXX4hrdS_NM3wWXg

    Email: info@locatecoaching.com
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    56 分
  • Stop Waiting Until You Crash: Rest is the Missing Piece

    Stop Waiting Until You Crash: Rest is the Missing Piece
    2026/04/22

    In this episode, Jill dives into the often-overlooked power of rest—especially for those healing from toxic or narcissistic relationships. She shares her own story of pushing through exhaustion, the cost of ignoring rest, and how that pattern can quietly impact every area of life.

    You'll learn why rest isn't weakness—it's a critical part of healing, regulating your nervous system, and making better decisions. Jill breaks down what rest really looks like (it's not just napping or sleep), why we resist it, and how to start building it into your life in simple, practical ways.

    If you've ever felt like you have to keep going no matter what… this episode is your permission to pause—and a reminder that rest is what helps you move forward.

    KEY TAKEAWAYS

    • Stop Waiting Until You're Exhausted
    • Micro-Rest Is Your Best Friend – take 5 – 15 minutes
    • Match the type of rest you take to what you actually need:
      • Tired body → physical rest (sleep, naps)
      • Overthinking → mental rest
      • Emotionally drained → emotional rest (boundaries, space)
      • Overstimulated → sensory rest (quiet, no input)

    BEST MOMENTS

    Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation. – Audre Lorde

    Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you. –Anne Lamott

    Rest is resistance. –Tricia Hersey

    Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the only one you know you have for sure. –Oprah

    We cannot ignore our pain and feel compassion for it at the same time. – Brené Brown

    VALUABLE RESOURCES

    If you're struggling in a relationship and wondering if it might be controlling, you're not alone. Download my free guide at locatecoaching.com/freegift to help you find clarity and confidence.

    EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT

    Check out other episodes of Life After: From Surviving to Thriving:

    https://sites.libsyn.com/460833/site

    ABOUT THE HOST

    Jill McKnight is a mindset coach and speaker as well as an Erickson Professional Certified Coach. She specializes in supporting those who are rebuilding their lives and finding their most aligned path forward.

    Jill knows that the tips and tricks in each episode work – because she's used them to change her life and her clients have used them to change their lives! Jill has the education and life experience to help you rebuild your life, whatever the circumstances… and move from surviving to thriving!

    Through her talks, events, programs, and podcast "Life After: From Surviving to Thriving", Jill provides her clients with a unique mix of thoughtful guidance and sincere care. She lives in a small town in Washington with her son and is committed to co-create a world with more hope, connection, and healing for us all.

    CONNECT & CONTACT

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@locatecoaching

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/locatecoaching/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwEImRGJXX4hrdS_NM3wWXg

    Email: info@locatecoaching.com
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    30 分
  • The Space Between Who You Were and Who You're Becoming

    The Space Between Who You Were and Who You're Becoming
    2026/04/08

    Feeling lost can be one of the most unsettling experiences—but what if it's actually a sign that something is shifting for the better?

    In this episode, we break down the three most common reasons we feel lost—leaving toxic relationships, navigating major life transitions, and stepping into a new identity. Jill shares personal stories, practical tools, and powerful reframes to help you understand the "fog" phase, regulate your nervous system, and take aligned steps forward—even when you can't see the full path.

    If you've been questioning everything, this episode will remind you: you're not lost — you're becoming.

    KEY TAKEAWAYS

    • Don't rush clarity.
    • Focus on the next step—not the whole path
    • Regulate your nervous system
    • Get curious instead of judgmental

    BEST MOMENTS

    The biggest adventure you can take is to live the life of your dreams. –Oprah

    If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude. –Maya Angelou

    You can choose courage or you can choose comfort, but you cannot choose both. –Brené Brown

    And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom. –Anaïs Nin

    You're story doesn't end where your comfort zone begins – it truly starts at the edge of what you think is possible. –Michelle Obama

    VALUABLE RESOURCES

    If you're struggling in a relationship and wondering if it might be controlling, you're not alone. Download my free guide at locatecoaching.com/freegift to help you find clarity and confidence.

    EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT

    Check out other episodes of Life After: From Surviving to Thriving:

    https://sites.libsyn.com/460833/site

    ABOUT THE HOST

    Jill McKnight is a mindset coach and speaker as well as an Erickson Professional Certified Coach. She specializes in supporting those who are rebuilding their lives and finding their most aligned path forward.

    Jill knows that the tips and tricks in each episode work – because she's used them to change her life and her clients have used them to change their lives! Jill has the education and life experience to help you rebuild your life, whatever the circumstances… and move from surviving to thriving!

    Through her talks, events, programs, and podcast "Life After: From Surviving to Thriving", Jill provides her clients with a unique mix of thoughtful guidance and sincere care. She lives in a small town in Washington with her son and is committed to co-create a world with more hope, connection, and healing for us all.

    CONNECT & CONTACT

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@locatecoaching

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/locatecoaching/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwEImRGJXX4hrdS_NM3wWXg

    Email: info@locatecoaching.com
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    51 分
  • Why You Don't Feel Like Yourself Anymore

    Why You Don't Feel Like Yourself Anymore
    2026/03/25
    In this episode, we're talking about something that so many women experience—but don't always have the words for: what it feels like to slowly (or sometimes quickly) lose your sense of self in a narcissistic or toxic relationship. From gaslighting and love bombing to isolation, control, and the silent treatment, these patterns aren't random—they're strategic. And over time, they can disconnect you from your intuition, your voice, and your identity. We'll break down how these dynamics impact not just your emotions, but your brain and nervous system—keeping you stuck in survival mode, where clarity, confidence, and self-trust become harder and harder to access. If you've ever found yourself second-guessing everything, walking on eggshells, or wondering, "Who even am I right now?"—this episode will help you understand why. Here's the shift: you didn't lose yourself because something is wrong with you—you adapted to survive. And now, you get to choose something different. We'll talk about what healthy relationships actually look like, how to recognize green flags, and how to begin reconnecting with who you are—so you can choose relationships that don't require you to disappear. KEY TAKEAWAYS Green Flags: Mutual respect Trust Honesty Compromise Individuality Good communication Anger control Fighting fair Problem solving Understanding Self-confidence Being a role model Healthy sexual relationship Support Fairness and equality Safety Conflict resolution BEST MOMENTS There is nothing stronger than a broken woman who has rebuilt herself. — Hannah Gadsby Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we'll ever do. — Brené Brown You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection. — Sharon Salzberg The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have any. — Alice Walker Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do. — Carol Dweck VALUABLE RESOURCES If you're struggling in a relationship and wondering if it might be controlling, you're not alone. Download my free guide at locatecoaching.com/freegift to help you find clarity and confidence. EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT Check out other episodes of Life After: From Surviving to Thriving: https://sites.libsyn.com/460833/site ABOUT THE HOST Jill McKnight is a mindset coach and speaker as well as an Erickson Professional Certified Coach. She specializes in supporting those who are rebuilding their lives and finding their most aligned path forward. Jill knows that the tips and tricks in each episode work – because she's used them to change her life and her clients have used them to change their lives! Jill has the education and life experience to help you rebuild your life, whatever the circumstances… and move from surviving to thriving! Through her talks, events, programs, and podcast "Life After: From Surviving to Thriving", Jill provides her clients with a unique mix of thoughtful guidance and sincere care. She lives in a small town in Washington with her son and is committed to co-create a world with more hope, connection, and healing for us all. CONNECT & CONTACT TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@locatecoaching IG: https://www.instagram.com/locatecoaching/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwEImRGJXX4hrdS_NM3wWXg Email: info@locatecoaching.com
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    31 分