What if rest isn’t a break from your purpose, but a return to it? Slowing down doesn’t mean you're doing nothing—it means you're growing in less visible but deeply impactful ways. Slowing down gives you access to new ideas, deeper alignment, and truer desires. Sometimes the next big thing can only emerge when you're not trying to force it. Otherwise, it's the hustle moving you forward, not the heart, not the purpose.

In this final episode of Season 3—and my 200th—I’m talking about something that’s been hard but necessary: slowing down. Not just physically, but emotionally, mentally, creatively. If you’ve ever felt like your worth is tied to what you produce, this is for you. I share how I’ve been shedding the pressure to constantly build, choosing rest over burnout, and stepping back from roles that drain me—like always being the “fixer” or the go-to emotional support. This isn’t about quitting. It’s about redefining growth, reclaiming energy, and trusting that the next big thing doesn’t come from force—it comes from space. Season 4 launches in September, but until then, this episode is a reflection, a boundary, and a reminder to reclaim whatever part of you has been waiting to breathe.

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Today’s guest brings a story many will recognize all too well: the slow unraveling in a toxic job and the brave decision to walk away. Valerie “Val” Kleinhans, a Pittsburgh native now living in Minnesota, made her name in radio before choosing to leave the industry in 2018. But the mic wasn’t done with her yet. During the pandemic, Val reignited her love of broadcasting through podcasting, launching Vigorously with Val, where she explores life with effort, energy, and enthusiasm. In this episode, Val and I talk candidly about the signs it's time to go, the fear of leaving something familiar, and the power of choosing yourself—and your passion.

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How does one turning down Beyoncé tickets to honor peace and priorities: by following the fuck yes energy. If it’s not a full-body “fuck yes,” it’s a hard no. And that, friends, is your permission slip to choose yourself. In this solo episode, I dive into the power of trusting your gut and making choices rooted in alignment — not obligation.

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