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Hosted by Rachel Brooks, an award-winning author, entrepreneur, and founder of The Confident Woman®, our podcast is for women who want to become more confident and successful—personally, professionally, and relationally.
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In this episode, Rachel Brooks sits down with Jenna Hermans, author of "Chaos to Calm," to explore the journey from overwhelm to inner peace. Jenna shares her personal story of transformation and offers practical strategies for managing stress, redefining success, and cultivating a sense of calm in our busy lives. Timestamps: [00:00:58] Introduction to Jenna Hermans and her book "Chaos to Calm" [00:02:00] Jenna's personal journey from chaos to calm [00:05:00] Defining 'calm' and its importance in daily life [00:08:58] The interplay between internal and external chaos [00:11:00] Authentic sharing on social media as authors and creators [00:21:00] Redefining success and finding meaning beyond achievements [00:25:00] The art of letting go to create space for new opportunities [00:31:00] Practical strategies for moving from chaos to calm [00:33:00] Reactive vs. proactive approaches to achieving calm [00:36:00] Importance of self-awareness and recognizing patterns [00:38:00] Tips for organizing thoughts through writing and voice memos [00:39:00] Key takeaways: embracing impermanence and allowing time for growth Quotes: "When we recognize that we're actually safe, and we see that, it's like, I'm okay. Everything around me is okay. This is all temporary. I can handle it." - Jenna Hermans "Things take the time they take... We can't force the ripening of fruit on the vine." - Jenna Hermans 👉 SUPPORT THE SHOW HERE Community, Resources & Links: Join us inside The Confident Woman Community. We would LOVE to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages RIGHT HERE. Sign Up For MY WEEKLY NEWSLETTER Connect with Jenna Hermans: Website: jennahermans.com Freebie Downloads: https://jennahermans.com/downloads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennazhermans Book: "Chaos to Calm" Connect with Rachel: Website: iamrachelbrooks.com Book: "Chasing Perfection: A Journey to Healing, Fitness, & Self-Love" Journals: "Fit From Within: 60 Days to Finding Freedom" "Create Your Own Story" Social Media: Instagram LinkedIn
Feeling overwhelmed by the constant hustle and grind? In this episode, host Rachel Brooks dives deep into the topic of finding freedom by slowing down and embracing rest. Drawing from her personal experiences, Rachel discusses: The trap of hustle culture and its impact on our well-being Redefining success beyond external achievements The importance of rest and recovery in achieving true freedom Practical strategies for slowing down and prioritizing self-care How to create a life of meaning and fulfillment Key takeaways: Finding freedom through rest Redefining success Overcoming burnout Mindfulness and self-care practices Creating boundaries and prioritizing personal well-being Time Stamps: [00:01:00] - Introduction to the concept of finding freedom [00:03:00] - Rachel's personal journey and redefining success [00:08:00] - Strategies for embracing rest and recovery [00:12:00] - The importance of mindfulness and intentional practices [00:15:00] - Embracing imperfection and focusing on progress [00:17:00] - Reflecting and reassessing priorities [00:19:00] - Challenge yourself to slow down and find freedom Ready to go slow and let go? Hit play and tune in! 👉 SUPPORT THE SHOW HERE Community, Resources & Links: Join us inside The Confident Woman Community. We would LOVE to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages RIGHT HERE. Sign Up For MY WEEKLY NEWSLETTER Connect with Rachel: Website: iamrachelbrooks.com Book: "Chasing Perfection: A Journey to Healing, Fitness, & Self-Love" Journals: "Fit From Within: 60 Days to Finding Freedom" "Create Your Own Story" Social Media: Instagram LinkedIn
In this episode of The Confident Woman Podcast, host Rachel Brooks interviews Becky Kiser, a certified life coach, author, and host of the "More Than Ordinary with Becky Kiser" podcast. Becky shares insights from her book "But God Can: How to Stop Striving and Live Purposefully and Abundantly." They discuss the importance of self-love, the difference between religion and relationship with God, and how to find freedom in Christ. Together, they discuss: The myth of "enoughness" and finding identity in Christ Balancing self-love with faith Understanding the difference between religion and relationship with God Practical steps for cultivating self-love and freedom in Christ Time Stamps: [00:01:00] - Introduction to Becky Kiser and her background [00:06:00] - Discussion on the concept of "enoughness" [00:15:00] - Exploring the difference between religion and relationship [00:21:00] - The importance of self-love in Christian faith [00:31:00] - Practical steps for cultivating self-love [00:37:00] - Becoming more Christ-like through daily choices [00:41:00] - Overview of Becky's book "But God Can" 👉 SUPPORT THE SHOW HERE Community, Resources & Links: Share your biggest takeaways, and join us inside The Confident Woman Community. We would LOVE to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages RIGHT HERE Sign Up For MY WEEKLY NEWSLETTER Connect with Cherylanne Skolnicki: Website: https://www.beckykiser.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckykiser Book: "But God Can: How to Stop Striving and Live Purposefully and Abundantly" Connect with Rachel: Website: iamrachelbrooks.com Book: "Chasing Perfection: A Journey to Healing, Fitness, & Self-Love" Journals: "Fit From Within: 60 Days to Finding Freedom" "Create Your Own Story" Social Media: Instagram LinkedIn
In this episode of The Confident Woman Podcast, host Rachel Brooks interviews Chengi Tobun, founder and CEO of the Black Swan Relationship Academy. Chengi shares her powerful journey from a painful marriage to becoming a relationship expert, helping women find love within themselves and cultivate fulfilling relationships. Together they discuss: Finding purpose through pain The importance of self-love and self-compassion Recognizing yourself as your own soulmate Understanding core needs in relationships The role of faith in personal healing and growth Time Stamps: [00:01:00] - Chengi's personal story and journey [00:15:00] - Common relationship challenges women face [00:19:00] - The concept of being your own soulmate [00:30:00] - The importance of self-love in marriage [00:37:00] - Practicing self-compassion and forgiveness Ready to discover the true foundation of love? Tune in and learn more. 👉 SUPPORT THE SHOW HERE Community, Resources & Links: Share your biggest takeaways, and join us inside The Confident Woman Community. We would LOVE to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages RIGHT HERE Sign Up For MY WEEKLY NEWSLETTER Connect with Amanda Watson Johnson: Website: https://blackswanrelationshipacademy.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@blackswanrelationshipacademy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackswanrelationshipacademy Connect with Rachel: Website: iamrachelbrooks.com Book: "Chasing Perfection: A Journey to Healing, Fitness, & Self-Love" Journals: "Fit From Within: 60 Days to Finding Freedom" "Create Your Own Story" Social Media: Instagram LinkedIn
In this episode of The Confident Woman Podcast, host Rachel Brooks welcomes guest Cherylanne Skolnicki, an expert on easing the tension between women's ambitions and their family lives. They dive deep into the myth of "having it all" and discuss practical strategies for achieving balance without burning out. Time Stamps: [00:01:00] - Cherylanne's background and journey [00:03:00] - The pressure to "have it all" and its consequences [00:05:00] - The importance of making choices and understanding trade-offs [00:07:00] - Benefits of embracing a "less is more" approach [00:09:00] - Reengineering daily routines to reduce stress [00:11:00] - The reality behind social media perfection [00:13:00] - Balancing priorities and accepting trade-offs in different life seasons [00:16:00] - Adapting to life changes and staying flexible [00:19:00] - The importance of self-prioritization and self-care [00:24:00] - Balancing ambition with self-care and family responsibilities [00:27:00] - Debunking the "supermom" myth [00:31:00] - Recognizing and avoiding burnout [00:34:00] - Making difficult choices to prevent burnout [00:37:00] - Tips for lightening the load and avoiding burnout (SOS model) [00:41:00] - Managing time expectations and creating margin in schedules [00:43:00] - Where to find Cherylanne and her resources 👉 SUPPORT THE SHOW HERE Community, Resources & Links: Share your biggest takeaways, and join us inside The Confident Woman Community. We would LOVE to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages RIGHT HERE Sign Up For MY WEEKLY NEWSLETTER Connect with Cherylanne Skolnicki: Website: brilliant-balance.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cscholnicki Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cherylanneskolnickiofficial Download: brilliant-balance.com/playlist Connect with Rachel: Website: iamrachelbrooks.com Book: "Chasing Perfection: A Journey to Healing, Fitness, & Self-Love" Journals: "Fit From Within: 60 Days to Finding Freedom" "Create Your Own Story" Social Media: Instagram LinkedIn