In this episode, we are diving into the power of quarterly self-questioning to help you stay aligned with your goals and to feel more intentional and present with your time. As we enter the second quarter of 2024, I encourage you to pause and reflect on the past few months through the concept of "self-inventory," a practice of checking in with your…

On today's episode, we're discussing the transformative power of "Glimmers", and the practice of finding those tiny moments of joy, awe, peace, or serenity. Drawing from the insights of licensed clinical social worker Deb Dana, this episode dives into the significance of noticing and appreciating these small but powerful moments. From savoring the …

Let's talk about discovering your authentic self and unlocking the potential for personal growth in an all-new season of Tessa Talks: Purposeful Lifestyle Development! After 2 months of working behind the scenes, I'm back with a slight rebrand of my own, and this episode is the beginning guide through the art of intentional rebranding, without the …

It is an absolutely transformative path we take when we unlock the potent blend of self-love and discipline needed to craft a purposeful lifestyle. This episode is a deep dive into the world of SELF boundaries, where I share how my own personal boundaries and guidelines have revolutionized my life, giving you the tools to do the same. Learn the dif…

Ever feel like you're at the mercy of others' expectations, especially during this bustling holiday season? This episode is a guide through the empowering process of setting boundaries that will forever change the landscape of your relationships for the better. This week's episode peels back the layers of why personal inventory is pivotal and how w…

This is my FAVORITE approach for creating personal growth or change, no matter what is it you want to achieve, and no matter what the heck is going on around you. If you are pulled in 100 different directions but want to put more focus on your personal development and goals -- I am SO proud of you and I am here to make it so much easier. I use this…

You know the drill - what you think creates what you feel, what you feel drives what you do, what you do becomes your lifestyle, and your lifestyle IS your reality. But what about when we are feeling... blah... unmotivated... stuck... discouraged... unable to stick to our plans... or life is just really taking it out of you? The part of this cycle …

Have you heard of the concept of co-creation of your reality? You can think of this like switching from the role of an actor who has little control over the script, to moving into the director's seat in terms of your life. This is about intentionally creating luck, and creating a space for luck and serendipitous little happenings to come to you! Th…

This is THE episode!! If you want to have a massively transformational 2024 then YOU NEED TO HEAR THIS! If you are tired of your current routine, need a change, if you are tired of setting the same goals and same New Year's Resolution over and over -- this episode will give you the cheat code. Did you know? - 23% of people quit their resolution for…

This week's conversation outlines exactly how to keep tabs on where your energy and focus is going, and how to harness the power of inspired action. In this episode, I am giving you a set of 4 simple but incredibly powerful questions that you can ask yourself to take some monthly (or honestly, whenever you need it!) inventory. This is an insightful…

This episode dives into the power of Identity Alignment, a practice for those who are ready to make a transformative shift toward their big dreams and potential. If that sounds like you, this episode is for you! This conversation explores the concept of Identity Alignment as a continuous commitment to living authentically in harmony with your desir…

Are you ready to move into your new era or new season of life? To level up? Or just have a bit more intuitive comfort through the ebbs and flows? This episode is for you. This episode covers the beauty and science of intuition and how it can be harnessed as an instinctive power. Its roots are in our natural human power, seen even as far back as our…

What energy are you bringing into your daily life, and how does it affect your luck, success, and happiness? In today's episode, Coach Tessa shares powerful insights on intentional energy alignment and how it can transform the way life shows up for YOU. This conversation includes: - The impact of choosing positive energy, as Tessa discusses her own…

In this week's episode, we are diving deep into your comfort zone, signs from your body that it's time to level up, and how to handle it when you actually ACHIEVE your greatest desires. Host Tessa Spisak uses a visual directly from nature that symbolizes the need we feel for expansion in our own lives. From personal experiences to thought-provoking…

This episode is not about the "self-care" you're probably thinking of... Today's conversation dives into psychological self-care, which is a different type of "self-care" that goes beyond the traditional bubble bath stereotype. This is what leads to personal growth, advanced personal development, and it works by tapping into your strength through r…

I just got back from my unforgettable SURPRISE birthday/anniversary getaway!! (It was so crazy not knowing where we were going) We swam with pigs and were blown away by the breathtaking beauty of the islands. This adventure not only allowed me to create cherished memories but also helped me gain valuable insights into how to move forward (plus what…

Did you read that right?? YES! But with reason, I promise. In today's conversation, I'm talking about my surprise vacation (definitely have NEVER done anything like this before) I am sharing relationship advice I've gathered from complete strangers! But ... why? As my husband and I started getting ready to celebrate our wedding and engagement anniv…

If you are ready to unlock your untapped energy and creativity... this conversation is short, sweet, and just for you! In this episode, we're talking about maximizing your potential by managing your energy, in order to help you create your highest-value lifestyle. We're covering the importance of keeping promises to yourself, protecting your energy…

This is probably my favorite episode so far!! I mean this sincerely... this perspective shift will cause you to LEVEL UP like you would not believe! So if you're really ready to hit the ground running toward your goals -- you picked the right episode, my loves. We're talking about the big picture - how to actually get the things you want. How you c…

If your honest answer to the question "How have you been lately?" is something like "I've been feeling.... blah... unmotivated... like I'm just going through the motions... I don't feel excited..." or anything similar, then this is THE EPISODE for you! Have you heard of the word 'languish'? Languish is characterized by dissatisfaction, lack of enga…

Today we are talking all about productivity! Not just referring to work/career or how you usually hear productivity be discussed, but for EVERYTHING. This is about an entire holistic balance in your life. Creating a lifestyle that gives you enough time to spend on yourself, your work and your passions, your hobbies, your spirituality, your health a…

Is someone speaking negatively about you? Are you worried that they are? Scared to take the leap because you are worried about other people's judgments? Does just thinking about it put a knot in your stomach? Then this is the episode for you. Today we're talking about - * Answering the question, "Why do we care so much about what people think of us…

This is a highly requested topic and one of my favorite areas of the mindset conversation! Not only choosing how you want to show up for the world, but also how the world shows up for YOU! “When we FEEL abundance, pleasure, and comfort, we are able to perceive our surroundings in the same way. These experiences come off as luxurious because YOU are…

This QUICK but JUICY episode is all about clearing away the things and thoughts that hold us back. Fears... phobias... limiting beliefs... worthiness wounds We're addressing the 'not so comfortable feelings' in a way that is powerful, intentional, and grow-inspired! (but of course, explaining the 'Brain Talk' throughout) Save this episode after you…

If you want to harness more of your mind's power, this is FOR YOU! This episode is definitely a 'Brain Talk' as we're getting into the neuroscience of positivity and optimism! To truly reprogram your mind to be more positive, you have to bring positivity into your everyday life. You have to intentionally shift your outlook in your present moment...…

**This episode is for YOU, especially if you have been feeling stuck in a rut, weighed down by monotony, or just need some re-energization!!** We've been talking about perspective recently, but this episode steps out to the bigger picture... what about your overall 'state of being'?? In what state do you feel the most magnetic? When your mindset is…

This is a juicy episode that I am so excited to share -- explaining one of the best things I have ever learned and done for myself. And what was this profound change? I got to understand my perspective, the power it has to shape my reality, and how I can shift it in ANY way to serve me better. In this episode, we also explore: - The power of the Pl…

This episode answers the question, "but HOW do I stay committed to it?" I share my most successful and realistic tips for actually committing to the things you want and to your goals, but most importantly -- making the journey as fun and easy as possible, getting to enjoy and romanticize each bit. 'Remember, you are the director of your reality, no…

This is a juicy one, just perfect for the week when love is in the air! The title gives away the main point of this episode: "Everything falls into place so serendipitously in your favor **relationships included** when you are the absolute LOVE OF YOUR OWN LIFE!" No matter what relationship you are trying to create, maintain or build: - Friendships…

To have resilience does not mean getting hurt by life or knocked down from time to time, but it does mean having a spirit that is UNbreakable and can withstand the toughest of challenges and emerge even stronger on the other side. It means having the courage to face difficult things and get up after failure or pain, and to continue moving forward. …

Let's talk alcohol. In this episode, we are talking about Dry January, what I learned from it this year, as well as exploring how and why conversations around sobriety and sober-curiosity are on the rise, and everything in between! In this conversation, I get honest about drinking, what I learned from abstaining from alcohol, what we know about alc…

This episode is compact with some big sis, straight-shooting, mentor-style advice. We're talking all about how to create consistency despite the resistance as we make the necessary moves toward our goals. "If you are going to achieve excellence in big things, you develop the habit in little matters. Excellence is not an exception; it is a prevailin…

We all have known or seen someone who just drips with magnetism. These are the people you want to know more about, you want to know how they think, what they are doing, and how they are doing it. They seem to be born lucky (#luckygirlsyndrome, right?) They seem to get everything they want and look as if they can mold the world around them. They hav…

High achievers, perfectionists, mentors, workaholics... what is something they all have in common? Each one is at a higher risk for experiencing the phenomenon of Imposter Syndrome. So what is Imposter Syndrome? - also referred to as: imposter phenomenon, imposterism, or perceived fraudulence - Impostor Syndrome is a psychological occurrence in whi…

Happy 2023! If you have decided that this year will absolutely be YOUR year (or you are ready to feel confident in that statement) — this is the perfect episode for you! This session is all about using the power of your own brain to get into alignment with the things that you want most. In this episode, we will dive deep into the most foundational …

Aligning yourself with the highest version of yourself starts with getting clear on what you want. To do this, you have to be really clear on your goals and values. What are the things you desire most? Once you have identified these, think about how you can bring them to life. Set yourself up to succeed by creating an action plan that outlines the …

So, what is significant about the winter solstice? This is a really powerful time of year to manifest our intentions, dreams, and goals. During this time, the sun is at its weakest point in the sky and the days are shortest which symbolizes a pause in the natural cycle and encourages us to take a moment to reflect on what we want to manifest in our…

Too many of us look at self-discipline as a punishment rather than what it truly is -- an act of SELF-LOVE! This episode is all about rewiring your thoughts around discipline to allow for an easy, sustainable, enjoyable flow as we step into the versions of ourselves that we are meant to be through growth, self-respect, and self-compassion. Motivati…

"Life isn't holding anything back from us; we are holding ourselves back from life because we have been hypnotized into believing we have to be more, feel more, and believe more, before we can ask, seek, knock, and act from our highest vision" Until you recognize the abundant nature of your reality, it can feel really difficult to gain momentum to …

Your actions demonstrate what you believe - you can see what you value and what you prioritize through those actions. And at the end of the day, you are what you say YES to! This conversation dives into the namesake of the podcast - how to purposefully develop your lifestyle in a way that is not only sustainable, but so enjoyable, exciting, invigor…

The holidays are a time of year for all things love, gratitude, cheer, joy, and affection -- but for most people, there are no questions as to why it has coincidentally also been dubbed "the stress season". Whether you are dealing with stressful family dynamics (or if we're honest... sometimes specific stressful family members), mental or financial…

Let's talk about your "highest self". Who or what is that? Simply put, this is the most authentic, most aligned version of you. If you were able to cut through all of the noise, the BS, the expectations, and the stereotypes that have conditioned you throughout life, and left with only knowledge, experience, and understanding -- that would be your h…

How do you become lucky? ... You are deliberate about doing so. This session is a confidence boost! We are covering confidence (plus how to get more of it, and keep it), creating a "Lucky Girl/Guy Syndrome" in your own life, and how self-fulfilling prophecy is always working in our lives. Self-Fulfilling Prophecy, defined: - a belief about a future…

“The world is full of magic things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper.” ― W.B. Yeats ***If you haven't yet listened to Part 1, make sure you start there! *** These universal laws are always working whether you are aware of them or not, think about them, or use them to your advantage. Therefore, understanding how and why they work wil…

“If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency, and vibration.” - Nikola Tesla Just like physical laws (like the law of gravity), these universal laws were not invented by some man... they were discovered through observing and through shared experiences. ”The laws of gravity existed way before it was discovere…

As natural as the season change or the movement of the tide - our lives' Ebb & Flow are the same. Natural, necessary, and even incredibly USEFUL (if you know how to handle them!) When we’re in a season of Flow - life feels easy, there is a lot of movement, and meaning behind it. We can easily see our purpose and how we are moving toward it. This fe…

Let's talk about all things Validation -- seeking validation from others, emotional validation, SELF-validation, and all the juicy nuggets in between. Why do we seem to crave validation from others? Is that a bad thing, or is it normal? What happens in our brains if we aren't effectively validated? What about the things that people cant validate us…

The fact is: our brains have been conditioned. Every one of us has been conditioned - from ingrained survival instincts, to the society and culture we grew up in, to our own formed thoughts, ideas, fears, and limiting beliefs, and the list goes on. However, because of this, many of us are left unconsciously tuned into the 'wrong station'. (leaving …

"You do not change until you believe you can." If you are looking for some hard-hitting motivation, or are ready to take the first steps in something you have been dreaming about, this quick session is for you! In this episode, Tessa dives into neuroplasticity* and practices you can start TODAY that will improve your brain, which in turn improves y…

This episode is all about EMPOWERMENT and taking your mental, physical, and emotional health into your own hands. In this session, we cover Coach Tessa's top 5 most valuable, simple, and sustainable pillars of functional health that you can use as inspiration when you are evaluating your own personal principles, or use these in your own health jour…