Think happiness comes after achievement? Think again.

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In this remix episode, holistic life coach and healer Carolina Ayala shares powerful, practical techniques to help you cultivate happiness, confidence, and inner strength — starting right now, not someday.

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We dig into how shifting your energy, setting daily intentions, and celebrating yourself can transform the way you lead, the way you show up, and the way you feel in your own life.

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✨ Theme: Embodied confidence, energy leadership, and self-celebration

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You’ll learn:

🔥 Why waiting for external milestones keeps happiness out of reach
💡 How to set intentions that reshape your day (and your life)
💬 A daily practice to celebrate yourself and build inner certainty

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Carolina doesn’t just talk mindset — she gives real, tactical steps you can use today to feel grounded, powerful, and aligned.

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This episode is a reminder:
You don’t have to earn joy. You can generate it — and lead from it.

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💬 DM me on Instagram (@ordinarytobadass) with your favorite takeaway — I love hearing from you!

⭐ If this episode lifts you up, leave a review so more women can rise with us.

Let’s step into our energy — and lead like it.

Have you ever caught yourself saying, “I just wanted to ask…” or “Maybe this is a silly question…”?

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You’re not alone — and those small phrases might be quietly shrinking your authority.

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In this Badass Debrief, Marie unpacks a powerful idea from her conversation with Rosie Zilinskas in Episode #405: “The language we use minimizes the value we bring to the table.”

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You’ll learn how to replace minimizing language with confident communication that builds credibility, clarity, and leadership presence — without sounding arrogant or aggressive.

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💪 Speak like the leader you are.

Tag me on IG @ordinarytobadass with your takeaways from this episode.

Think talking about your wins makes you arrogant? Think again.

In this episode of Ordinary to Badass, I’m breaking down how ambitious women can make their work visible—without the cringe. Because here’s the truth: promotions don’t always go to the hardest worker in the room… they go to the most visible one .

✨ Theme: Visibility & Advocacy
We’re talking about how to stop shrinking, start sharing, and finally be seen for the badass leader you already are.

You’ll hear:
🔥 Why staying quiet and “letting your work speak for itself” keeps you invisible
💡 The 3 steps to share your wins with confidence, not ego
💬 A personal story of how not speaking up cost me an opportunity—and how you can avoid the same mistake

If you’ve ever worried that self-promotion = arrogance, this episode will flip that belief on its head.

🎁 Get on the waitlist for my brand-new course How to Get the Promotion You Deserve—and Thrive as a Leader → ordinarytobadass.com/promotion-waitlist
💬 DM me @ordinarytobadass on IG if this hit you right in the gut
⭐ Don’t forget to rate + review—because more women deserve to own their wins and step into leadership.

In this episode, you'll hear from Dr. Sheila Carroll all about her experience being a traveling Dr. in Nepal, how your thoughts are affecting your life, and the shockingly simple way to get your children healthy. **Biography**Dr. Sheila Carroll is a board-certified pediatrician and obesity medicine physician who is dedicated to helping children achieve their best health.  She does this by working exclusively with parents who are willing to focus on modifying their own behaviors to ultimately improve their child's health.

In this episode you’ll discover 3 reasons why Dr. Priyanka is so Badass. Biography Dr. Priyanka Venugopal is an advanced certified Deep Dive Coach and board certified ObGyn Physician. She is the host of the popular podcast Weight Loss for Unstoppable Moms and founder of The Unstoppable Mom Brain, in which she has an intimate group coaching program for working moms who want to reach their ideal weight and live a lighter life.

BiographyDr. Priyanka Venugopal is an advanced certified Deep Dive Coach and board certified ObGyn Physician. She is the host of the popular podcast Weight Loss for Unstoppable Moms and founder of The Unstoppable Mom Brain, in which she has an intimate group coaching program for working moms who want to reach their ideal weight and live a lighter life.

In this episode you'll hear three reasons why LaQuita Monley is so Badass.

In this episode you'll hear from La'Quita Monley and discover: 1) How to turn traveling abroad with kids into an adventure, the hardships of being a military wife, and how to keep a positive outlook even when things are hard.

Biography La'Quita Monley is An Independent Certified Coach, Teacher, Trainer and Speaker with The John Maxwell Team. By using transformation initiatives as empowerment tools, LaQuita Monley passionately equips individuals, organizations, and ministries to unlock their full potential and live out their mission in the most authentic way.
This serial entrepreneur, international speaker, and minister believes the foundation of personal development and business growth rests in possessing the right mindset. As a sought-out keynote speaker in the United States and abroad and a Transformational coach, LaQuita challenges others to transform their thinking to revolutionize their spheres of influence.
Leaders and entrepreneurs alike tune into her live broadcast, La’Quita’s Toolbox Live as well as her podcast La’Quita’s Toolbox, for inspiration and implementable action steps to realize their full potential. Her life’s work is proof that LaQuita Monley is impassioned by motivating others to become the best versions of themselves.

In this episode you'll discover 3 reasons why Dana Shamas is so Badass.

Dana Shamas is a Leadership and Wellness Coach, realize your fullest vision of life In this episode Dana shares how to listen to your intuition, how to find happiness and the importance of self-care.

Click the link to check out the show notes https://ordinarytobadass.com/inner-knowing/

In this episode you'll hear 3 reasons why Dr. Annette Copeland is so Badass to include: 1) For not accepting the reality that was handed to her. 2) For the coat she refused to wear. 3) Changing stop, drop and roll.

***Rheumatoid Arthritis to Naturopathic Doctor: Dr. Annette Copeland's Journey to Healing ***

In this episode you'll hear from Dr. Annette Copeland. Dr. Annette went from having Rheumatoid Arthritis to becoming a naturopathic Doctor. Her story is inspiring. Here's a few things you'll discover by listening to this episode:

1. Recognize your worth and don't settle for less.

2. Overcome emotional trauma and harmful patterns, manage worry and anxiety.

3. Practice self-acceptance and resilience to live a flourishing life.

***Check out the show notes at https://ordinarytobadass.com/arthritis-to-naturopathic-doctor/ ****

In this episode you'll discover 3 reasons why Sasha Rogers is so Badass.

***About Sasha*** Sasha Rogers-Adventure seeker, lover of animals, and most importantly a mom to two incredible children under two years old. I am a licensed professional counselor and run a successful online health and personal development coaching program. I help busy professional women feel confident in their skin and overcome self limiting beliefs. I have nine individuals that have lost over 100 pounds in the program and helped thousands through the “Inner Anthem Academy” throughout my 12 years of professional experience.

Think thriving after a promotion should feel like a victory lap? Think again.

In this solo episode, I’m breaking down the real reason so many women find themselves struggling once they’ve got the title. From being handed the keys to the kingdom with zero training to feeling like you’re leading on an island without a support system—you’re not alone, and it’s not your fault.

✨ Theme: Mindset Breakthroughs + Skill-Building Strategies
We’re talking about how to lead without a roadmap, build confidence in the unknown, and find allies (even when you think you don’t have any).

You’ll hear:
🔥 Why doubts about “doing it right” are actually proof you’re the leader we need
💡 How to create your own “promotion playbook” so you’re never scrambling for answers
💬 Why your best leadership mentors might be outside your industry—and how to find them

🎁 Get on the waitlist for my upcoming course How to Get the Promotion You Deserve—and Thrive as a Leader at ordinarytobadass.com/promotion-waitlist
💬 DM me on IG [@ordinarytobadass] if this episode hit home
⭐ If you loved this, share it with the woman who’s ready to stop being overlooked and start owning her leadership.

Sasha Rogers-Adventure seeker, lover of animals, and most importantly a mom to two incredible children under two years old. I am a licensed professional counselor and run a successful online health and personal development coaching program. I help busy professional women feel confident in their skin and overcome self limiting beliefs. I have nine individuals that have lost over 100 pounds in the program and helped thousands through the “Inner Anthem Academy” throughout my 12 years of professional experience.

Check out the show notes to see takeaways and scroll to the bottom to see how to connect with Sasha. https://ordinarytobadass.com/power-of-consistency/

In this episode you'll discover 3 reasons why Paden Hughes is so Badass

Paden Hughes is a 7-figure entrepreneur, speaker, podcaster, and best-selling author who is a leader in professional development, entrepreneurship, and health and wellness. She is a highly sensitive person who helps other ambitious HSP learn nervous system regulation and how to honor their sensitivity without compromising creating success on their terms.

In this episode, you'll discover three reasons why Jessie Torres is so Badass.

Check out the show notes and tell me what your takeaways from the episode were. ordinarytobadass.com/why-jessie-torres/

In this episode, you'll hear from peak performance coach Jessie Torres & you'll discover:

1) The importance of knowing your worth.

2) The beauty of courage and its dynamic with fear.

3) How to have fierce grace.

Biography

For the last 18 years Peak Performance Coach and Life Strategist Jessie Torres has coached thousands of High-Performance People from all walks of life and various parts of the world that have achieved success and the highest level of fulfillment. Out of the top 120 coaches on the planet, Jessie ranked either number 1 or top 3 in every measurable category while working with the top coaching company in the world. Jessie is fueled by a passionate love for humanity and a burning desire to end suffering. She is driven to discover the truth of the client’s deepest potential and unlock the limitless opportunities that leave others in the dark ages! Bringing all levels of mindset, emotional intelligence, energy and strategy with an authentic, client-driven approach. Jessie’s teachings will help you transform your life from pain or trauma into purpose and passion, which Jessie calls “Fierce Grace”. You can find her on IG @Iamfiercegrace

*******Check out the show notes at ordinarytobadass.com/fierce-grace/ *********

Susie is a coach, counselor and teaches hypnosis.  She helps people go from stuck to FREED.  In this episode you'll discover 3 reasons why Susie Hayes is so Badass.  To include (1) Where she looks for answers.  (2) Her view of self-sabotage (3) Where she goes for a 2nd opinion.

Susie Hayes Bio: With two Master's Degrees in education and counseling, and over 40 years of experience as a psychotherapist, life and business coach, hypnotist, teacher, speaker and author, Susie Hayes helps people become and stay FREED from Stuck! She is the author of the award-winning book, "FREED from Stuck! Dare to Cross the Bridge Beyond Grief, trauma, and Self-Sabotage to Discover Lasting Change Now." Website www.FREEDfromstuck.com

In this episode you'll discover 3 reasons why Christine Malek is so Badass, to include 1) for feeling her feelings. 2)  Speaking about abuse.  3) for the struggle she helped others with.

Biography Christine is a SASSI Coach, Speaker, International Advocate for Women Against Abuse & Domestic Violence, Women's Confidence Coach, Author, a podcast guest pro, and The SASSI Academy Founder, based in Knoxville, TN. Her unique approach brings out the strength and the light that shines in each woman, especially those that have survived abuse. She believes once you are out of that situation there is an even bigger challenge for that woman to face – who am I? Her SASSI® Program is designed to help women find answers and to achieve their goals and objectives of discovering their true SASSIness. Her SASSI® Program is designed to help you find those answers with a new beginning to get you to your goals and objectives of where you want to go and who you want to be. Being a survivor and victor herself, she has made it her life’s mission to help every woman to Be, Do, Have SASSI®, encouraging woman to “Ruffle Some Feathers & Blow Some Minds!” She has even gone so far as to “coin” the new word SurThrivOr, because she believes every woman can survive and thrive to be her best true self.

In this episode you'll discover 3 reasons why Carolina Ayala is so Badass to include: []Sets her intention. [] Her day starts the night before. [] For who she celebrates.  Connect with Carolina on IG @caritoayalao

Think chasing the title will finally make you feel fulfilled?
Think again.

In this episode, Marie unpacks the lessons from Pav’s powerful career pivot—leaving a $300K CEO role to chase purpose on her own terms. From ticking off all the “success” boxes to realizing they weren’t her boxes at all, this Badass Debrief is for anyone who’s secretly stuck playing it safe.

✨ Theme: Mindset Breakthroughs + Purpose-Driven Leadership
We’re talking soul-aligned ambition, breaking up with people-pleasing, and finally trusting yourself to want more.

You’ll hear:
🔥 The mic-drop quote that’ll snap you out of waiting for permission
💡 Why “following the rules” isn’t a shortcut to fulfillment
💬 A mindset reframe that’ll have you reevaluating your resume today

🎁 Grab the free guide Breaking Barriers to stop shrinking and start building a career that reflects your actual power.
💬 DM @ordinarytobadass if you felt this in your bones
⭐ And don’t forget to rate + review—because we don’t gatekeep growth around here 💥

In this episode you'll discover: ✅ The importance of being your own cheerleader. ✅ How to create positive energy. ✅ A simple trick to stop negative thinking. Biography Carolina Ayala and I’m a Holistic Life Coach and certified Pranic Healer. I help people to improve their lives thru the knowledge of energy, by overcoming high self-standards and overthinking, and transforming negative self-criticism into a positive mindset that allows people to manifest their dreams. I work with individuals who want to make a bigger difference in their lives by using energy principles to support the right words and actions to fuel real change.  https://sociatap.com/CarolinaAyala/

Please excuse this minor hiccup.  You'll understand when you listen lol.  In this episode you'll hear 3 reasons why Charlene Byars is so Badass, to include: [] For giving up.  [] For teaching what wasn't taught.  [] For the inside job she did.

Charlene Byars Charlene Byars  Biography Certified Empowerment Coach  The SWAT Institute Founder of the Relationship Revolution System and her new program, Level Up For Love. Simply Woman Magazine, Contributing Author and Relationship Coach (monthly publication) Charlene Byars enjoys a full coaching practice as an Empowerment and Relationship/Dating Coach, and leader of women. She is also a speaker on several topics. She has studied women and men in relationships for over 20 years and is the creator and founder of the Relationship Revolution System and Chosen, a program for successful, single women who want to be in a relationship with a devoted, masculine man. Her passion is coaching and leading women to live their most empowered lives and attract their soul-aligned, devoted masculine men.

In this episode you'll discover 3 reasons why Danielle Matthews is so Badass to include: (1) For firing her doctor.  (2) For meditating in motion and (3) for being a gamer (not the kind ya think).

Danielle Matthews Biography

At the age of 23 Danielle was hit by a drunk driver and sustained a life-altering injury to her brain. The medical world said there was no hope of recovery & told her to accept this life as her “new normal”.  
Although her body was physically impaired, her spirit was strong & she refused to believe their diagnoses. Her mind was determined to recover…and she did! Through the power of what she refers to as ‘Mind Control,’ she attracted the mindset, techniques, and exact quantum healing technologies needed to fully recover. She has since built an international business, authored an e-book called 'Mind Control' and shares her life-altering experience with countless people around the globe.

Connect with Danielle on IG @_daniellematthews_

Tina is passionate about being a "Ghost Helper." Her mission is to teach the living how to help the dead.  Ironically we didn't even chat about how she helps the living with ghosts.  We talked about leadership.  In this episode you'll discover 3 reasons why Tina is so Badass, to include: 1) For Speaking other peoples language. 2) Exploring New Territory and 3) allowing people to have a voice who otherwise wouldn't have had one.

Tina Erwin is a Ghost Helper.  Tina is passionate about being a "Ghost Helper." Her mission is to teach the living how to help the dead. She wants to empower everyone to help any ghost they may find.  Tina was also in the Navy and she was the first woman Officer in North Carolina, instructor and she was Assistant Chief of Staff for force, physical security, anti-terrorism and Law Enforcement.

In this episode you'll discover 3 reasons why Karyn Seitz is so Badass, to include: [] She stopped looking outside herself for answers. [] Knows what makes her unhappy. [] How she cultivates a relationship with herself.

The Human Pursuit of Happiness is a Trap, find out why from Karyn Seitz. As a former spiritual healer, Karyn realized her clients were not getting better. She was frustrated that she could not deliver the results her clients wanted even though she was trying lots of different healing modalities and coaching techniques. Karyn knew she also wasn’t getting the changes she wanted in her life. She secretly lacked any confidence in her ability to change. Her adult life had stalled. In a fresh new search for answers, Karyn found the missing piece that would ultimately transform her life and her clients. There is something very profound in owning that she is the problem in her life. This awareness pushed her to confront herself and get serious about herself and her life. Karyn is now fulfilled in her life and teaches others the same journey she has taken to find herself and be happy. Karyn calls herself The Happiness Expert and teaches an online happiness course for women called Awakened Grace.

Last episode you heard from Kay and she shared how to stop the drinking spiral and unleash your Future.  This episode you'll discover 3 reasons why Kay Allison is so Badass.  To include: ✅her unique roadmap ✅her scripted responses and ✅for the KK love jar.

Think financial security means staying safe in your 9–5 forever? Think again.

In this episode, Pav—Corporate Climber turned Financial Coach and Freedom Advocate—shares how she traded corporate prestige for personal power. From burnout and rigid schedules to designing a life on her own terms, Pav gives us an inside look at what it really takes to own your freedom—financially, emotionally, and professionally.

✨ Theme: Mindset Breakthroughs + Resilience Stories
We’re talking radical self-trust, money confidence, and designing a career that works for you.

You’ll hear:

🔥 How Pav went from hiding behind a corporate identity to boldly owning her true voice
💡 The one mindset shift that helped her stop waiting for permission—and start creating freedom
💬 What it looks like to rewrite your entire definition of success (and do it without guilt)

🎁 Grab the free [5-Minute to Badassery Assessment] at [ordinarytobadass.com/promotioncourse]
💬 DM me [@ordinarytobadass] if this hit you right in the gut
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Since going alcohol free in 1999, Kay Allison increased her income 6x, helped Fortune 200 companies invent their next $100 million innovations, met and married a guy she's still crazy about 21 years later, traveled the world, adopted a child, written two books and moved to her dream home town. She is a trained intuitive, teaching women how to tap and trust their innate intuition. She is an executive coach, helping women design their relationships one conversation at a time. And she brings a lifetime of experience drinking and being alcohol-free.

Juni Bucher (@Junibwell on IG) is a Nutritional Therapy practitioner, meditation coach and a Breast cancer survivor.  In this episode you'll discover 3 reasons Juni Bucher is so Badass.  To include:

1) For daydreaming

2) Talks about taboo topics.

3) Being a pleasure seeker.

If you love this episode head on over to Apple Podcasts and leave a rating and review.

Juni is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, certified meditation teacher and breast cancer survivor who is passionate about helping people balance their hormones holistically so that they feel happy, vibrant and fulfilled.

In this episode you'll discover":

-The importance of moving forward despite fear.

-The truth about pain

-Finding sexuality after a cancer diagnosis.

Kasey helps millennial moms overcome the overwhelm of everyday life with confidence, humor and style..  In this episode you'll discover 3 reasons why Casey Potts is so Badass.  To include: ✅Not listening to her professor.  ✅The way she uses her unique talents and ✅for dating her therapist. Share your takeaways @ordinarytobadass and @itskaseypotts.

In this episode you'll discover ✅how to bounce back from a job loss. ✅ What to do when you face motherhood challenges. ✅ The power in giving your kids a choice. Kasey Potts is a content creator and podcast host who helps millennial moms overcome the overwhelm of everyday life with confidence, humor and style.   She is the host of the podcast, "Kasey’s Korner" where she holds conversations with experts and influencers around confidence, body image, and women's health issues alongside a dose of healthy lifestyle tips, humor and nostalgia. After starting Kasey’s Korner at 10 years old on Radio Disney in the late 90’s, Kasey was bitten by the Journalism bug and earned her degree in Broadcast Journalism from Emerson College. Post-grad, she packed up and headed West to Los Angeles working as a food writer and recipe developer, later becoming the Senior Brand Manager for celebrity chef, Wolfgang Puck. Kasey has worked with dozens of celebrities and influencers including Beyonce, Jessica Simpson, Mario Lopez, Kelly Clarkson, Ellen DeGeneres and has appeared on KTLA, Good Morning America, Disney Junior, Masterchef, and number of podcasts.

In this episode you'll hear 3 reasons why Kanna is so Badass.  To include

[x] She used her vice to help others.

[x] Done people pleasing.

[x] Stopped goal setting around food and weight.

In this episode you'll hear from Kanna Laird & You'll discover ✅ why you don't need to set weight goals for the new year. ✅Why it's not all about food. ✅The mindset to stop 🛑 emotional eating.

Janelle is a speaker author and confidence coach whom you heard from in the last episode of the podcast.  Today you'll discover 3 reasons why Janelle is so Badass!

Biography Janelle Anderson is a speaker, author, and confidence coach for women entrepreneurs helping them to own their expertise, monetize their message and attract more clients. With her powerful confidence-building formula, women are able to conquer the impostor within and speak up with confidence and clarity and make their brand stand out in the marketplace. Janelle is the creator of Speak Confidently to Sell, her signature course focused on messaging and speaking with confidence, and the Monetize Your Message Mastermind program. Her new book, Take Center Stage: Be the Star of Your Own Story, is was released in January 2022

In this episode you'll discover 3 reasons why Carrie Schmidt is so Badass 1) Harness her differences 2) For her unconventional preparation 3) Falling pray to her fears. Biography As the Founder and CEO of Infinite SOULutions, LLC, Carrie Schmidt puts the SOUL in SOULutions by transforming lives personally and professionally. A dynamic, influential Thought Leader and Motivational Speaker, she has the ability to instantly captivate your mind, heart and awaken your soul by empowering you to gain clarity on your purpose, overcome limiting beliefs, and have the confidence to pursue your dreams. After achieving top level leadership roles and a 6 figure salary (everything she ever worked for in corporate America), Carrie still felt a longing for something greater. She embarked on a spiritual journey of personal discovery and development that led her to research the fundamentals of psychology, neuroscience and quantum physics. Now a Certified Life Mastery Consultant, Carrie offers life coaching programs, business consulting services, and her vision is to reach, teach, and transform over 1 million lives globally by helping raise human consciousness.

Think you have to lead like “one of the guys” to be taken seriously? Think again.

In this Badass Debrief, we break down the biggest takeaways from episode 392 with Tina Irwin—former Navy Commander turned metaphysical powerhouse—and what her story means for your leadership journey.

Spoiler: You don’t need louder opinions or more bravado to make waves.
You need strategy. Clarity. And the audacity to lead like you.

✨ Theme: Visibility & Advocacy
We’re talking how to stop waiting for permission, adapt without shrinking, and lead with more impact and less burnout.

You’ll hear:

🔥 Why being underestimated is actually leverage
💡 How to adapt without erasing who you are
💬 The reframe that turns self-doubt into strategy

🎁 Grab the free Breaking Barriers Guide at ordinarytobadass.com/barriers
💬 DM me “TACTICAL” on Instagram @ordinarytobadass and I’ll send you a journaling prompt to reclaim your voice
⭐ If this hit you like a wake-up call, rate + review the show—because every star is a mic drop for women rewriting leadership norms

Biography As the Founder and CEO of Infinite SOULutions, LLC, Carrie Schmidt puts the SOUL in SOULutions by transforming lives personally and professionally. A dynamic, influential Thought Leader and Motivational Speaker, she has the ability to instantly captivate your mind, heart and awaken your soul by empowering you to gain clarity on your purpose, overcome limiting beliefs, and have the confidence to pursue your dreams. After achieving top level leadership roles and a 6 figure salary (everything she ever worked for in corporate America), Carrie still felt a longing for something greater. She embarked on a spiritual journey of personal discovery and development that led her to research the fundamentals of psychology, neuroscience and quantum physics. Now a Certified Life Mastery Consultant, Carrie offers life coaching programs, business consulting services, and her vision is to reach, teach, and transform over 1 million lives globally by helping raise human consciousness.

Three reasons why Mia Moran is so Badass.

1) For her intuitive Faith.

2) For overcoming hardships to write a book.

3)For forgetting balance and finding pockets instead.

Mia Moran is an inspiring mentor for women who are balancing work, family and their wellness. She believes women have the power to change the future for the better— but not if they are stressed out and overwhelmed.   Mia is a mom of three teenagers, entrepreneur and coach, who also makes time for family, wellness and joy — and she hopes to empower 1 million moms to feel a deep sense of balance and ease. She is the host of the PlanSimple podcast, bestselling author of PlanSimple Meals, and creator of the FLOW Planning Method and Planner, and FLOW365, a year-long program designed to help women lean into their life for a year, making choices and change one 90-day season at a time.