Nicole Walters, author, podcaster, daughter of immigrants, and self-made millionaire, opens up about her life, which includes adopting three girls, starting her own business, navigating a challenging marriage, and experiencing various personal struggles. She discusses how she fell into the pattern of being a "human giver," always putting others first, and ho ... Show More
Jun 25
AP 796: Remember When: 2021 || The Podcast Pivot That (Eventually) Changed Everything
2021 was a whirlwind, packed with both personal and global challenges that shook me to my core. From heartbreaking family losses to the brink of quitting my beloved podcast, "About Progress," every twist demanded a new sense of resilience. In taking a step back that summer, I stu ... Show More
35m 37s
Jul 2025
1222: Reclaiming Confidence, Health and Strength with Adriana Mastronardi
<p>What does it really look like to reclaim your power after years of people-pleasing, perfectionism, and putting everyone else first?</p> <p>In this episode, Heather sits down with educator, coach, and mother Adriana Mastronardi to explore the transformation that begins the mome ... Show More
35m 46s
Aug 2025
Naomi Osaka: “I Used to Think Losing Meant My Life Was Over” Sharing Her Truth of Navigating Shame, Public Pressure & How She Found REAL Self-Worth
Have you ever felt like losing meant your life was over? When did you realize it’s okay to fail? Today, Jay sits down with four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka to explore her journey beyond the tennis court. Naomi, known for her powerful game and quiet resilience, opens up a ... Show More
1h 15m
Sep 2025
How to Know When It’s Time to Leave—Your Job, Your Partner, or Your Old Self with Nicole Walters
#312: If you’ve ever felt like you’re too loud, too soft, too opinionated, too emotional, too ambitious—or just too much—this episode is for you.Nicole Walters is back on the podcast, and in true Nicole fashion, she’s not holding anything back. After walking away from a 12-year m ... Show More
57m 50s
Sep 2024
How to Stop Pleasing Everyone But Yourself | Natalie Lue
<p>What if you could finally stop contorting yourself to please others and start living authentically on your own terms? In this honest episode, Natalie Lue, author of "The Joy of Saying No," opens up about her pivotal shift from people-pleasing into embodying her truest self.</p ... Show More
1h 5m