Before you dive into next year's goals and vision boards, take a moment to pause and reflect. In this episode, I walk you through a simple yet powerful three-question recap ritual to help you close the year with clarity and start the next one with consistency.

This process will guide you to reflect on what worked, what didn't and what you'll do differently - so you can reset with intention, set aligned goals, and move into the new year with momentum.

• A 3-question recap ritual to reflect on the past year with clarity
• How to use your past wins and setbacks to create a more consistent future
• How to choose a "word of the year" to set the tone and direction for your next chapter
• Why reflection is a secret weapon for high-performing women (and not just a luxury)
• How to align your yearly reflection with your long-term vision
• How to turn insights into a custom strategy through my Vision to Action VIP Day

00:00 – Why you shouldn't rush into goal setting

01:12 – The Recap Ritual: 3 questions that change everything

03:42 – What went great this year? (Memory joggers that help!)

06:40 – What didn't go great? Why honesty is key here

08:45 – What will you do differently? Turn reflection into strategy

10:28 – Personal vs. professional lens: Why both matter

12:17 – Connecting your recap to your 5-Year Vision

14:03 – How to choose your "word of the year"

17:45 – Real examples of powerful one-word intentions

20:22 – How your word becomes your compass for consistency

22:30 – Want my help creating your 2026 strategy? Join the Vision to Action VIP Day

24:35 – Final thoughts: Consistency is about learning, not perfection

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Ever find yourself saying, "But I rested… so why am I still exhausted?" Yeah, I've been there too. In this episode, I break down the real reason why rest isn't always restorative - especially for high-performing women - and what to do instead. I'll walk you through seven simple but powerful micro practices that take five minutes or less and are designed to restore the specific kind of energy you're lacking.

Because sometimes, doing "nothing" isn't the answer - doing the right small thing is.

Whether you're stuck on the edge of burnout or just feeling off and can't figure out why, this episode will help you get back to feeling clear, calm, and centered. And if this is your wake-up call? I'll share how my Month of Me Method AI Companion™ can help you go even deeper.

• The key difference between rest and restoration (and why it matters)
• 7 five-minute restorative practices based on the type of depletion you're feeling - mental, emotional, physical or otherwise
• How to recover faster and feel better without needing a full day off or all-day spa experience
  
  

0:00 – Why rest isn't always restorative

1:15 – The key distinction: rest vs. restoration

2:00 – Micro Practice #1: The Mindful Minute (mental restoration)

3:00 – Micro Practice #2: Hydration Reset (physical restoration)

4:00 – Micro Practice #3: Music Shift (emotional restoration)

5:15 – Micro Practice #4: Five Minute Move (somatic restoration)

6:15 – Micro Practice #5: Micro Disconnect (digital restoration)

7:15 – Micro Practice #6: Gratitude Note (relational restoration)

8:10 – Micro Practice #7: Sensory Anchor (spiritual/energetic restoration)

9:30 – The power of consistent small moments of restoration

10:00 – Try one? Let me know in the comments

10:45 – Invitation to the Month of Me Method AI Companion™

12:00 – Closing thoughts and invitation to keep leading with confidence

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In this episode, I break down the real difference between mentors, sponsors and coaches - three roles that can completely change the trajectory of your career or business when you activate them at the right time.

I share how each one has shaped my own journey, how to tell which type of support you need right now, and why having the right mix of guidance, advocacy and accountability is the accelerator many women are missing.

If you've been feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unsure of your next move, this episode will help you finally identify the support structure that will propel you forward.

• The key differences between a mentor, a sponsor and a coach
• When each type of support is most valuable depending on the season you're in
• Why mentors offer wisdom, sponsors offer access, and coaches offer transformation
• How one person can sometimes play more than one role
• Why paying for mentorship can be the smartest investment you make
• A simple framework to audit your current support circle and identify what's missing
• How to determine whether your next step is guidance, advocacy or accountability

00:00 – Why choosing between a mentor, sponsor, and coach feels confusing (and why it matters)

01:00 – What a mentor actually does: wisdom, lived experience and long-term guidance

03:00 – When you need a mentor: growth phases, new roles and normalizing challenges

03:20 – What a sponsor is and why advocacy matters more than advice

04:10 – When you need a sponsor: visibility, promotions and stretch opportunities

04:40 – What a coach really provides: clarity, strategy and accountability

05:05 – When you need a coach: breaking patterns, overwhelm and inconsistent execution

05:50 – The power of having all three: guidance, advocacy, and action working together

06:10 – Can one person be more than one? How I shift between mentor, coach and consultant

06:30 – Why paying for mentorship is sometimes the smartest move

07:00 – How to audit your support circle: who guides, who advocates, who keeps you accountable

07:40 – Which role do you need most right now?

08:00 – How I can support you with coaching or mentorship

08:20 – Closing thoughts and invitation for questions and follow-up episodes

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