Best Habits Of Normal Success Podcasts (2024)

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2.3// 5 Habits Sabotaging Your Business Success (That Have Nothing To Do With Work) 25:07

42m ago25:07

25:07

In this episode, we dive deep into the habits that could be silently sabotaging your business success—without you even realizing it. Spoiler alert: It’s not about what you’re doing in your business, but what you’re doing outside of it. From neglecting your health and sleep to not setting boundaries or addressing negative self-talk, these hidden hab…

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283: We Need to Talk About Anxiety, with Penny Williams 23:24

2h ago23:24

23:24

Feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about how to support your child or teen through their anxiety? You’re not alone. As parents, we often face sleepless nights worrying: Are we doing enough to help them feel safe? Are we equipping them with the tools they need to conquer their fears? In this heartfelt episode, I shine a light on the often unsaid stru…

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282: Single Parenting with Neurodivergent Kids, with Dr. Gila 44:44

3m ago44:44

44:44

Are you navigating the challenging, yet rewarding journey of single parenting a neurodivergent child? Do you often find yourself overwhelmed by societal expectations, struggling with feelings of guilt and isolation, or simply looking for practical advice to foster a nurturing environment for your unique family? In this empowering episode of Beautif…

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2.2// Your Subconscious Beliefs are Running the Show 27:42

2h ago27:42

27:42

Have you ever wondered why you keep hitting the same roadblocks over and over, no matter how hard you try to push through? Why you set goals and work towards them, but somehow always end up falling back into old habits? It’s not a lack of willpower—it’s your subconscious mind running the show. In this podcast episode, I’m diving deep into how your …

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43 - 6 Tips for Confidently Creating Content in Public (Even if it Feels Cringey) 32:39

8h ago32:39

32:39

Content creators, influencers, and solo-travelers alike all know the struggle of trying to film content in public. “Are people judging me? Do I look super cringey?” These are common (and totally valid!) thoughts, but you can’t let fear of judgement keep you from creating the content you want. In this episode, I’m sharing the 6 best tips for tacklin…

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2.1// Anxiety?? I thought that was a normal Tuesday... 25:02

9d ago25:02

25:02

In this episode we are going to kick off Season 2 and talk about ANXIETY... A problem that I think too often just gets brushed under the rug. We experience anxiety so frequently, that we can confuse anxiety with just a normal Tuesday.... I hope this episode shines some light on areas of your life that you might be experiencing constant background a…

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281: Raising Healthy Gamers, with Dr. Alok Kanojia, MD MPH 35:01

1d ago35:01

35:01

Are you tired of battling your kid over screen time and gaming habits, only to see your relationship suffer and the issues persist? In this episode of "Beautifully Complex," I welcome Dr. Alok Kanojia (aka, Dr. K), psychiatrist and President and Co-Founder of Healthy Gamer. As a recovering gaming addict himself, Dr. K offers a unique perspective on…

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280: Fostering Resilience in the Age of Uncertainty, with Tovah Klein, Ph.D. 29:21

13d ago29:21

29:21

Are you struggling to help your child navigate the uncertainties of today's world? In this episode of Beautifully Complex, I’m chatting with Tovah Klein, Ph.D., professor at Barnard College and director of the Center for Toddler Development, about fostering resilience in children during these challenging times. Dr. Klein emphasizes the importance o…

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42 - How to Ditch Money Shame & Embrace Feel-Good Spending 45:59

23d ago45:59

45:59

If you’re tired of old-school financial advice that preaches restrictive spending so you can afford a house (because hey, that advice sucks and maybe you don’t even WANT to buy a house), this is the episode for you. Mimi Cirbusova, a certified financial education instructor and shame-free money mentor, knows that money is a truly personal topic and…

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How Neseret ended her dependence on medication and transformed her life through education, committed action, and self-compassion (#62) 1:04:14

13d ago1:04:14

1:04:14

Listen to the podcast episode (audio only) Neseret’s experience with insomnia began when she tried tapering off an antidepressant she had been taking for 13 years. Every time she tried to get off the medication she found herself unable to sleep. Although a move from shift work to regular daytime hours and being more active during the day helped to …

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279: You Might Also Like: In It: Raising Kids who Learn Differently, from Understood.org 28:20

20d ago28:20

28:20

This episode is a special collaboration with the "In It" podcast from Understood.org, dedicated to families with children facing challenges like ADHD and dyslexia. We’re diving into a topic that many parents find both essential and perplexing — encouraging kids to care about personal hygiene. In It hosts, Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek, are joi…

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278: Helping Kids on the Spectrum Transition to Adulthood, with Shannon Urquiola 32:39

1M ago32:39

32:39

Navigating the transition to adulthood with your neurodivergent child can be overwhelming and fraught with uncertainties. In this episode of Beautifully Complex, my guest, Shannon Urquiola and I explore the critical aspects of preparing kids on the spectrum for adulthood, addressing common pain points like guardianship, financial planning, SSI, and…

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41 - Celebrating One Year of No to Normal: A Look Back at Modern Rebel 45:40

26d ago45:40

45:40

No to Normal just turned one! *shoots confetti* That’s right, friends, the podcast is celebrating its one-year anniversary. And in order to celebrate this milestone, I wanted to take a little walk down memory lane and drop the very first guest episode I’ve ever done back in the feed. My episode with Ainsley Blattel from Modern Rebel is still one of…

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277: Redefining ADHD for Neurodivergent Kids, with Elly Both 27:08

1M ago27:08

27:08

Are you struggling to talk to your child about their ADHD diagnosis or seeking ways to reframe it positively? In this episode of Beautifully Complex, I host an empowering conversation with Elly Both about her inspiring new children's book on ADHD. Elly shares her personal journey of being diagnosed later in life and how that revelation transformed …

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276: Executive Function Rundown, with Seth Perler, M.Ed. 32:44

1M ago32:44

32:44

Feeling frustrated by your child's disorganization, falling grades, and struggles with time management? Tune in to this episode of Beautifully Complex, where Seth Perler, M.Ed. and I explore the crucial role of executive function skills in your child or teen's life. Seth likens these skills to learning guitar chords — they're not innate, but they c…

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40 - How to Chase Your “Crazy” Dreams (Even When You’re Afraid of Failing) with Kyle Scheele 39:27

1M ago39:27

39:27

What if the key to happiness, success, and personal fulfillment really came down to just putting fun, silly, and creative things out into the world? What if you embraced your crazy ideas instead of instantly thinking of all the reasons they won’t work? In today’s episode, I’ve invited Kyle Scheele, author, keynote speaker, and the “Patron Saint of …

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275: Starting Scared, with Chrysty Lockhart 31:40

2M ago31:40

31:40

Are you tired of letting fear hold you back? The key to moving beyond that is turning what you view as failure into stepping stones to success. And you can teach your kids the same. In this episode of Beautifully Complex, I’m joined by Chrysty Lockhart, who shares her transformative journey from fearful to learning to push forward despite the fear.…

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How Bryan recovered from insomnia by putting less effort into sleep and more effort into living his life (#61) 1:00:22

2M ago1:00:22

1:00:22

Listen to the podcast episode (audio only) When Bryan got sick he experienced an entire night of no sleep for the first time in his life. He didn’t sleep the next night, either. When his sleep didn’t get back on track, Bryan started to believe that he had lost the ability to sleep and that belief generated a lot of anxiety. As sleep consumed more a…

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274 Looking at Behavior Both Inside and Out, with Gabriele Nicolet, MA, CCC-SLP 47:07

2M ago47:07

47:07

Do you find it challenging to stay calm and mindful when your child is having a tough time in public? Gabriele Nicolet and I explore understanding kid’s behavior from both behavioral and neurophysiological perspectives. Gabriele, a seasoned speech therapist and parent coach, shares invaluable insights into decoding what behaviors signify about a ki…

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39 - How I Landed my First 4-figure UGC Deal 32:48

2M ago32:48

32:48

The average price for a piece of UGC content is $212… but that’s not really enough to support yourself as a full-time creator, right? That’s where those 4-figure and recurring deals come in so handy! In today’s episode, I’m sharing the 4 things that I did to land my first $1,000 UGC deal, so you can do the same (even if you’re a new creator!) Want …

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273: Getting Stuck in a Loop with Sarah Wayland, Ph.D. 42:32

2M ago42:32

42:32

Have you ever felt helpless as your child gets stuck in repetitive behaviors or meltdowns, leaving you wondering how to help them break free? In this episode of Beautifully Complex, I sit down with Sarah Wayland, Ph.D., to delve into the struggles and complexities faced by parents and kids, teens, and young adults when dealing with looped behaviors…

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272: What Does Anger Tell Us?, with Dr. Lori Desautels 27:41

3M ago27:41

27:41

Do you often find yourself misinterpreting anger in your neurodivergent child, escalating situations unintentionally? Join me and Dr. Lori Desautels as we dive deep into understanding anger and what it truly signifies. Dr. Desautels, an expert in applied educational neuroscience, explains that anger often stems from a dysregulated nervous system, f…

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38 - Do affirmations work? Yes, but you may be doing them wrong. 31:08

2M ago31:08

31:08

If you’re interested in the personal development space like me, you’ve likely heard about the power of positive affirmations. Maybe you’ve even tried them out yourself, journaling or saying them when you first wake up. “I am confidence. I am capable. I am abundant. I am successful.” And while there is evidence to support that affirmations can be a …

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How Emily transformed her sleep by accepting insomnia and committing to meaningful daily actions (#60) 1:09:14

3M ago1:09:14

1:09:14

Listen to the podcast episode (audio only) Emily’s insomnia struggle began around four months after the birth of her baby. Even though her daughter was sleeping well, Emily was finding it really difficult to fall asleep. She started to get nervous and anxious as her level of exhaustion intensified. When the medication prescribed by her doctor didn’…

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271: ADHD and Dads: Creating the Fatherhood You Crave, Larry Hagner 49:23

3M ago49:23

49:23

Struggling to connect with your child who has ADHD can be incredibly challenging, leaving you feeling helpless and overwhelmed. In this insightful episode of Beautifully Complex (first aired 2020), I’m joined by Larry Hagner, founder of the Dad Edge podcast and father of four boys, to explore how dads can create the fatherhood they crave. Larry div…

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37 - Ditch the Walmart parking lot: Fun & safe RV camping sites with Harvest Hosts 37:06

3M ago37:06

37:06

The number of people traveling and living in RVs/vans has grown a lot these past couple of years, but where are you supposed to park? RV parks and campgrounds that can cost more than $100 a night? Walmart parking lots? Free land out in the woods with no cell signal or people around? While all of these options have pros and cons, there are a couple …

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270: 3 Steps to Empower Confidence in Your Teen, with Kristi Simons 31:17

3M ago31:17

31:17

Feeling like your teen or young adult is struggling to find their confidence and navigate the ups and downs of life? In this episode of Beautifully Complex, I sit down with teen life coach, Kristi Simons, to provide strategies to empower confidence in your teen. Kristi delves into the importance of allowing your teen to experience their own emotion…

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269: Reclaiming Community: Climate, Parenting, and Social Connections, with Bill Weir 33:15

3M ago33:15

33:15

We’ve all but outright rejected the old adage, “It takes a village to raise a child,” in American culture. We’re more fragmented and lonely than ever. Yet, there’s clear evidence that community and connection are key to happiness. It certainly takes a community to raise a happy and resilient child, even if “community” looks different in modern life…

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36 - Finding Focus When You Have Too Many Ideas 18:08

4M ago18:08

18:08

If you’re a multi-passionate entrepreneur or creative, it can be so hard to decide on which idea to follow! When you’re constantly dreaming up new ideas and projects, how are you supposed to figure out which one is worth doing? And if you have multiple things you want to chase after, how do you make time for all of them in your day-to-day? In this …

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268: What to Do When Importance Doesn’t Create Motivation, with Penny Williams 19:45

3M ago19:45

19:45

In this episode of Beautifully Complex, we’re examining a topic that really hits close to home for many of us — what to do when importance doesn’t create motivation, especially for our neurodivergent kids. I know firsthand how challenging it can be to get our kids started and keep them going on tasks that matter, but don’t necessarily excite them. …

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How Kirstin rediscovered her natural ability to sleep after feeling completely dependent on sleeping pills (#59) 1:10:01

3M ago1:10:01

1:10:01

Listen to the podcast episode (audio only) Kirstin began using medication every now and then to help her sleep on Sunday nights. When she faced a big personal challenge that made sleep more difficult, she started to use it more often. The plan was to take a small dose to get her through that difficult period and then stop the medication because she…

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267: The Myth of Laziness, with Adam Price, Ph.D. 22:51

4M ago22:51

22:51

Today, I'm so excited to be talking with Dr. Adam Price, a nationally known clinical psychologist and best-selling author with over 30 years of experience working with kids and adults. He's the author of "He's Not Lazy: Empowering Your Son to Believe in Himself" and "The He's Not Lazy Guide to Better Grades and a Great Life." In this episode, we’re…

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35 - How to Build (& Monetize!) a Community with Substack 25:49

4M ago25:49

25:49

Are the peak days of blogging long gone? Based on the growing popularity of Substack, it seems like written content is actually thriving more than ever! Substack is a way for writers and content creators to easily share newsletters with their readers, without all of the complicated & expensive tech that comes from normal email marketing platforms. …

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266: A Summertime Plan that Can Work for Everyone, with Penny Williams 23:46

4M ago23:46

23:46

In this episode of Beautifully Complex, we’re focusing on making summertime rewarding and manageable for neurodiverse families. I’ll guide you through a summer plan that encompasses structured activities, personal growth, and meaningful connections. This episode is packed with strategies starting with how to create an adaptable visual plan using to…

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265: Strategies for Young Autistic Learners, with Tara Phillips, SLP 36:24

4M ago36:24

36:24

In this episode, I’m joined by Tara Phillips, speech language pathologist and founder of Autism Little Learners. She shares some transformative tools and techniques which have significantly benefited her students, such as the use of visual supports and predictable routines. Together, Tara and I explore the importance of positive connections and a s…

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34 - The Mindset Shift You Need if You Feel Like You’re Falling Behind 16:16

4M ago16:16

16:16

“You’re not working hard enough. You’re not committed enough. Everyone else is doing better than you.” If this sounds like your internal monologue, then this episode is for you! Trust me, I know what it’s like to be your own toughest critic, but I think I’ve finally cracked the code on giving yourself grace and accepting where you’re at in your jou…

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264: Handling Behavior Struggles with Dignity, with Wendy Snyder 28:11

4M ago28:11

28:11

This time on Beautifully Complex, I'm exploring behavior struggles and conscious discipline with my guest, Wendy Snyder, a positive parenting educator and family life coach. We discuss how understanding behaviors as communication changes our perspective, helping us view challenges as signals of need and teaching opportunities. Join us as we dive in…

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33 - Paying for library late fees with cat photos (& other stories I love) 11:54

5M ago11:54

11:54

Book-lovers rejoice! This week’s minisode is all about the joy of libraries. Today’s stories include: The library that looks like a park inside (& my inspiration for this topic) How Little Free Library grew from 1 location in Wisconsin to over 150,000 worldwide Two librarians who went viral on social media for spreading their love of reading, desti…

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263: Understood Explains IEPs from Understood.org 16:00

4M ago16:00

16:00

The terms IEP and 504 plan may come up a lot when you’re looking into special education for your child. These school supports do some of the same things, but one can provide more services and the other is easier to get. And it’s important to know the differences in order to get your child the support they need. On this episode of Beautifully Comple…

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32 - Wrangling the Doubt Monster: Tips for Dealing with Self-Doubt 35:02

5M ago35:02

35:02

Whether you’re applying for jobs, trying to book new clients for your own business, or putting creative work out there as an artist, self-doubt is just a natural part of the process. Questions like “am I good enough?” and “why is everyone saying no?” are bound to pop up at some point. It’s those little thoughts that motivated Amy Bernstein to write…

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How Summer let go of trying to control her sleep, her thoughts, and her feelings — and regained control over her life (#58) 1:08:41

5M ago1:08:41

1:08:41

Listen to the podcast episode (audio only) When Summer experienced consecutive nights of insomnia, sleep started to consume her life. She started taking time off work and she began endlessly researching sleep. Summer felt that if she could get rid of anxiety and stress things would improve — but this led to even more of a struggle as Summer went to…

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262: Emotional Support Animals, with Dan Maigler, LCSW 27:18

5M ago27:18

27:18

In this episode, I'm chatting with my guest Daniel Maigler, about the transformative roles of emotional support animals. Dan's insights as a social worker and mental health advisor for Paws for Patrick reveal how emotional support animals can aid those facing mental health challenges. Dan shares the poignant story behind Paws for Patrick, emphasizi…

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Control the Frame, Control the Game: Mark Sing’s Masterclass on Attracting Women Through Conversation 1:16:33

5M ago1:16:33

1:16:33

In this riveting episode, join dating coach Mark Sing alongside host Andrew Ferebee as they dive deep into the transformative power of frame control and authentic masculinity. Discover how Mark’s personal journey through betrayal led him to uncover the secrets of truly commanding presence and the art of attracting women with confidence. Learn why h…

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261: Extreme Language Around Emotions, with Penny Williams 15:31

5M ago15:31

15:31

In this episode of Beautifully Complex, I tackle why our kids and teens might use extreme language to express their emotions. We're recognizing that expressions like "I hate you" or phrases that include aggression or violence often aren't literal but signal an inability to articulate complex emotions. I talk about the importance of distinguishing b…

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259: Insights on Bullying: Understanding Aggression, Building Resilience, with Brooks Gibbs, Ph.D. 29:35

5M ago29:35

29:35

Brooks Gibbs, Ph.D. is joining me for a conversation on Insights on Bullying: Understanding Aggression, Building Resilience. His expertise in social psychology shines a light on the intricate dance between aggression and resilience — especially in the lives of our neurodivergent kids. In this episode, you'll hear stories close to my heart, includin…

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260: Navigating Life Challenges with Purpose and Progress (not perfection), with Shari Leid 31:46

6M ago31:46

31:46

In this episode of Beautifully Complex, I have the pleasure of talking with Shari Leid of An Imperfectly Perfect Life. Together, we’re talking about purposeful living and parenting and celebrating gradual progress over the pursuit of perfection. Shari shares her deep insights on the value of recognizing and fostering the inherent strengths in our c…

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31 - Is being a poet a “real” job? (Spoiler: yes!!) 34:29

6M ago34:29

34:29

Not only has Jennae Cecelia earned a living as a poet, she has self-published 13 books in the past 8 years! While her first book didn’t get the sales she had hoped, she just kept writing, and is now a best-selling author who writes commissioned poems and coaches other authors, in addition to releasing her own books. In today’s episode, we talk abou…

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258: What to Do When Your Kid Isn’t Listening, with Penny Williams 16:07

6M ago16:07

16:07

Let's talk about what to do when your kid isn't listening. Remember, they might be processing your words in non-traditional ways, so it's important to find alternative approaches to help them focus, process, and follow through. From recognizing distractions to accommodating slow processing speeds, I offer practical advice to help parents navigate t…

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