All the self-help extremes out there seem to be designed for perfect robots . . . But, you’re a real woman living a real life! About Progress is a podcast and community that is alllllll about progress made practical. Here, Monica will help you embrace the truest model to lasting growth, and teach you how to *do something* to grow in ways that stick.
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AP 606: Why Grown Ups Need to Have Fun (+ How!) || with Catherine Price
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If you had an hour totally to yourself, what would you do? Author Catherine Price explains in today’s interview that when faced with that exact situation she found herself signing up for a guitar class. That choice spiraled into what she now knows as true fun. When was the last time that you had fun? Maybe you’re wondering what fun even is. Catheri…
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AP 605: Our "Maycember," my DSL update, how I make day planning a habit, the popular gadget I finally bought, and a little bit of creativity fatigue || Messy Middle June 2024
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This monthly series features an episode sharing my recent highs and lows, how my habits are going, a Do Something List update, plus what I'm loving lately and my commitments for the upcoming month. I hope this glimpse into my life, my family, my work, and my own self development encourages you in your own journey. Around here the goal is never perf…
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AP 604: 4 Ways I’m Saving My Summer (AKA, My Summer Plan)
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Are you feeling overwhelmed about the summer ahead? Do you want to balance responsibilities and recreation with purpose and sanity? In this episode, I'll share my personal plan to save the summer! I'll walk you through four lifesaving strategies that will make your summer memorable and manageable. We'll talk about creating a vision, setting up syst…
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AP 603: BONUS! Navigating Divorce with Imperfect Grace: Balancing Motherhood and Self-Care || with Dina Alexander
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In this bonus episode we're getting into one of the tougher topics: divorce. It's messy, it's emotional, but it can also be empowering. In this conversation with Dina Alexander, mom and founder and CEO of Educate and Empower Kids, she's getting real about her own journey and why she decided to focus on helping others navigate theirs. We talk about …
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AP 602: Minimalist Principles That Work For ALL (Even the Non-Minimalists) || with Diane Boden
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For many of the early years of our marriage and family we lived in tight quarters that required a lot of diligence around the stuff we brought into our home. When I reflect on that, I realize I learned valuable lessons on organizing, purging, and being intentional about what we surround ourselves with. Those methods continue to shape my perspective…
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AP 601: How Do You Become a Foot Zoning Practitioner || With Emily Marchant
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Is there something that has made you think other people can do that, but not me? This episode is part of a monthly series to convince you otherwise. These episodes feature real people who are answering the question “How do you…?” about their various passions and pursuits. Emily's Instagram Access exclusive supporter benefits Free DSL Training Waitl…
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AP 600: “How can I prioritize time for myself during a season of change?” || Coaching Call with Katie
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Today's episode is particularly close to my heart, as we explore the challenging, yet rewarding, journey of adapting to significant life changes while striving to retain and rediscover our personal time and creativity. During those big shifts it becomes imperative to recalibrate and redefine what it means to make time for ourselves, whether that's …
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AP 599: Ways I’ve Personally Been Saving Money on Groceries (a WIP) || Growth Spurt
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In this episode, we're ditching the guilt and diving head first into what I'm personally doing to save money on groceries, without resorting to extreme couponing or long hauls to discount stores. Remember, there are no 'shoulds' here - just ideas to experiment with! I'll also chat about what's still a work in progress for me, including trying new s…
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AP 598: Doable Ways to Dramatically Save on Groceries || with Rachel Coons
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In this episode we dive deep into the world of grocery shopping, budgeting, and making sustainable financial habits with Rachel Coons. As many of you know, managing grocery costs has been a persistent challenge for me, and it's been a journey I've readily shared with all of you. Rachel not only shares eye-opening insights into why grocery prices ha…
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AP 597: You don’t have to be perfect to have good habits || Growth Spurt
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In today's bite-sized episode, we're debunking the myth of the "habit person" – you know, the one who flawlessly executes a perfect routine every single day. Spoiler alert: that's not real! The truth is, good habit builders are actually all about consistent self-support. So, ditch the perfectionist mindset and tune in to learn why you can absolutel…
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AP 596: Deep Dive: Rachel Hollis || preview for More Personal
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This episode originally aired on my listener-supported, premium podcast, More Personal. If you want access to more deep dives, including part two of this episode, honest reviews, casual convos, book reports, and other bonus content, make sure to become a supporter. Rachel Hollis is a self-help guru whose empire brought her immense success, but also…
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AP 595: A Medical Emergency (Doing Okay Now!), Juggling Kid Extracurriculars, Hiking on My DSL, Three Things I’m Loving Right Now, Thoughts on Having a Kid in Middle School || Messy Middle May 2024
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This monthly series features an episode sharing my recent highs and lows, how my habits are going, a Do Something List update, plus what I'm loving lately and my commitments for the upcoming month. I hope this glimpse into my life, my family, my work, and my own self development encourages you in your own journey. Around here the goal is never perf…
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AP 594: A Gentle Approach to Cleaning and Maintaining Your Home || with KC Davis
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KC Davis is a licensed professional counselor, author, speaker, and the person behind the mental health platform Struggle Care. She offers a profoundly refreshing perspective on home management that's far from the all-or-nothing standard we’re so accustomed to. We dive deep into KC's story, exploring the journey from shame-driven perfectionism root…
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AP 593: How do you start a podcast? || with Andi Smiley
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Is there something that has made you think other people can do that, but not me? This episode is part of a monthly series to convince you otherwise. These episodes feature real people who are answering the question “How do you…?” about their various passions and pursuits. Andi's podcast and podcast starter pack Access exclusive supporter benefits F…
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AP 592: Simple Strategies to Experience Less Stress and More Resilience || with Dr. Aditi Nerurkar
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As a society we are currently experiencing unprecedented rates of stress and burnout, and feeling stressed is now more common than not. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the constant pressures of modern life, wondered how to discern between 'good' and 'bad' stress, or sought strategies to manage stress that actually align with your body's biology,…
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A recent message from a woman who was making her DSL list made me so excited, because it's never the wrong time of year to make yours! She asked me if there is anything I find myself repeating year after year, and I wanted to share that answer with all of you. From the things I repeat, to the reasons things change, consider this an unofficial updat…
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AP 590: “How can I stop being a ‘Perfectionist Parent’ and overreacting with my kids?” || Coaching Call with Kate
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In this candid coaching call with Kate, a stay-at-home mom of two young children, we unravel the layers of perfectionism in parenthood and how we can treat ourselves with self-compassion. Kate shares her experiences of navigating the challenges of motherhood amidst major life transitions, including a cross-country move and the transition from worki…
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AP 589: What’s your #1 habit? || Growth Spurt
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This is a bite-sized episode focused on ways to increase your progress right away. I want to help you identify your "habit keystone," the one thing that when carefully placed, allows everything else to be strong and held together. In this episode I'll tell you what mine is, and the hard truths I was facing when I discovered it. If you need some sup…
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AP 588: How Couples Can Create Strong Sexual Connections in their Long-Term Relationships || with Emily Nagoski
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It's okay, and normal, that our romantic relationships change over time. What can be challenging is when we feel disconnected from the change Emily Nagoski, award-winning author and sex educator, and I discuss the common myths we’re all conditioned to carry around longterm committed relationships, the truth about those myths, and how we can, agains…
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AP 587: Our Spring Break in California, What I Hope to Do with My Garden, The Habit I’m Struggling With, Skincare I’m Currently Loving, Podcast Plans for This Summer || Messy Middle April 2024
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This monthly series features an episode sharing my recent highs and lows, how my habits are going, a Do Something List update, plus what I'm loving lately and my commitments for the upcoming month. I hope this glimpse into my life, my family, my work, and my own self development encourages you in your own journey. Around here the goal is never perf…
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AP 586: 6 Practical Ways to Make Time for Yourself || why this time matters, how to get it, and what to do when you don’t know what to do with it
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Do you have time for yourself? I mean real time devoted to your self-care, hobbies, and working on your Do Something List. I cannot emphasize enough the importance of making time for yourself amidst life's hustle and bustle. And I understand the struggle firsthand – whether it's juggling work, family, or just the chaos of everyday life, finding mom…
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AP 585: How do you start a handbell choir? || with Paige Erickson
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Is there something that has made you think other people can do that, but not me? This episode is part of a monthly series to convince you otherwise. These episodes feature real people who are answering the question “How do you…?” about their various passions and pursuits. Access exclusive supporter benefits Free DSL Training Waitlist up for the nex…
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AP 584: How to Shift from “Surviving” to “Thriving” || with Brandi Sellerz-Jackson
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It’s officially been 4 years since the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic. Recently, I stumbled upon studies showing that the pandemic qualifies as a “collective trauma,” where we've all experienced psychological distress together. But here's the kicker: many people hesitate to admit they experienced trauma during the pandemic, perhaps because we …
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AP 583: Overcoming Barriers to Exercise || Bonus Episode from More Personal
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In this special bonus episode you'll hear from me and my podcast manager, Taylor, as we address the flood of questions and comments that came in after a coaching call about making exercise a habit. We give our own personal histories with exercise, including what our current routines look like. Plus, we break down the three biggest barriers to exerc…
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AP 582: "How do I make friends after a very isolating season of life?” || Coaching Call with Kim
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Kim, a mother of three navigating the challenges of early parenthood, shares her struggles with connecting with others and the fear of vulnerability stemming from past experiences. Together, we uncover that what Kim really wants is to reclaim her sense of self and cultivate meaningful connections. Listen as we work on the small steps that Kim can t…
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