Be You Podcast

Are you ready to experience BE YOU live and in person? Join Jill for the five-year anniversary of Be YOU - a special in person ALL WOMEN BIG event celebrating 300 episodes of the podcast - on Saturday, October 25th from 1–5 p.m. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. You’ll get to connect and network with 200 amazing women! The community you didn’t know you had and didn’t realize you needed. Wait till you meet these women. You’ll get to sit back and let Jill pour into you and you’ll leave with more clarity, confidence and a remembrance of how gifted and glorious you are. Thank you to our BE YOU Live Event sponsors: Surack Enterprises, Franklin Electric, The Pearl, Tolon Restaurant, Wilcox and Associates, Coletech Quality Woodworking, and Waddell & Associates! Tickets are selling fast at jillherman.com/beyou Search #BEYOULive on Instagram and Facebook and be sure to use it when sharing online! This event is going to be a coming home to yourself, AND a lot of fun. xoJill Join Jill this week as she discusses the upcoming Be YOU event called "Be You Live" which is celebrating its five-year anniversary and 300th episode! Jill acknowledges that this event may not be for everyone, as our nervous systems can sometimes try to prevent us from doing things that will expand and challenge us, but she encourages listeners to truly listen to their intuition to determine if this event is right for them in spite of any doubts or excuses their mind may come up with. Jill also spends time this episode discussing her perspective on true friendship, describing the type of deep, authentic friendships that she has built upon – ones in which there is radical honesty, vulnerability, and a willingness to challenge each other to grow – and she contrasts this with more surface-level friendships that avoid difficult conversations. Jill shares her own experience of having to have a "clearing conversation" with someone she cares about but ultimately having realized that they were not meant to be close friends. She highlights the importance of shedding relationships that no longer serve us but doing so with self-compassion rather than judgment. Jill ultimately encourages listeners to reflect on the quality of your own friendships and your relationships with yourselves, suggesting journaling, self-reflection, and allowing yourselves to fully feel emotions as ways to pave the way for the type of meaningful connections she talks about in this episode, believing that when we can be that kind of friend to ourselves, we will attract those kinds of friendships with others! Show Notes: [01:31] - Jill is urging listeners to overcome fear that's preventing growth and attend the upcoming Be YOU event! [04:35] - She challenges the idea that self-sacrifice is noble and insists that true belonging comes from being yourself. [07:20] - Real friendships mirror growth and honesty and first require self-acceptance. [10:04] - Jill teaches compassion toward yourself, and she notes how friendships reflect inner healing and might naturally dissolve. [13:12] - Jill accepts that not all connections align, affirming her high standards. [15:43] - Jill values friendships with honesty and sincere feedback. [18:25] - True friendships, Jill insists, honor authenticity and the highest self, not old wounds from childhood trauma. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is!  Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

Are you ready to experience BE YOU live and in person? Join Jill for the five-year anniversary of Be YOU - a special in person event celebrating 300 episodes of the podcast - on Saturday, October 25th from 1–5 p.m. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. You’ll get to connect and network with 200 amazing women! The community you didn’t know you had and didn’t realize you needed. Wait till you meet these women. You’ll get to sit back and let Jill pour into you and you’ll leave with more clarity, confidence and a remembrance of how gifted and glorious you are. Tickets are selling fast at jillherman.com/beyou Search #BEYOULiveEvent on Instagram and Facebook and be sure to use it when sharing online! This event is going to be a coming home to yourself, AND a lot of fun. xoJill Listen in this week as Jill shares the unexpected origins of the podcast which is now ranked in the top 100 podcasts in the highly competitive "Entrepreneurship" category on Apple Podcasts! Jill highlights how her podcast is considered a "spiritual" podcast, with an underlying current of connecting to one's inner truth and intuition, despite discussing topics like competing as women and dealing with trauma. She reflects on her very engaged, "sticky" audience that listens from start to finish each week, recognizing that Be YOU listeners have very much become a community. Jill also reflects on how she used to obsess over download numbers and metrics until realizing that focusing on those who aren't listening takes away from fully appreciating those who are. She now instead measures the podcast's success by how much joy, inspiration and transformation it brings to her listeners! She also gets vulnerable, sharing that there are times when she doesn't feel fully energized or present for an episode, but she chooses to show up authentically rather than strive for perfection. You can also expect to hear Jill further discuss her upcoming Be YOU live event, sharing some of the lessons that she is learning through the planning process, even when things don't go as expected! Show Notes: [01:35] - Jill shares how she launched Be YOU by intuition, later realizing that she had unknowingly manifested it. [03:58] - Be YOU hit Apple’s top 100, proving its global reach! [07:18] - Jill reflects on why she stopped tracking downloads, valuing loyal listeners’ consistency. [10:14] - Hear how Jill shifted focus from absent listeners to cherishing those who listen. [12:22] - Success now means joy in creating and the podcast’s impact on listeners’ lives. [15:40] - Jill explains how she reframed her lifelong “I’m the only one” wound with compassion and grace. [18:36] - True healing comes from loving people and projects as they are, not expectations. [21:16] - Jill discusses how self-criticism and control stem from childhood wounds, but compassion can soften both. [23:57] - Jill argues that accepting painful experiences as lessons creates growth rather than complacency. [26:58] - Jill reframes her high standards as a superpower and rejects gendered labels like “picky.” [30:05] - Jill expects accountability with kindness, noting an important difference between high standards and toxic perfectionism. [31:36] - Jill promises that the upcoming event will foster safety, healing, and true connection among women. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

Are you ready to experience BE YOU live and in person? Join Jill for the five-year anniversary of Be YOU - a special in person event celebrating 300 episodes of the podcast - on Saturday, October 25th from 1–5 p.m. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. You’ll get to connect and network with 200 amazing women! The community you didn’t know you had and didn’t realize you needed. Wait till you meet these women. You’ll get to sit back and let Jill pour into you and you’ll leave with more clarity, confidence and a remembrance of how gifted and glorious you are. Tickets are selling fast at jillherman.com/beyou Search #BEYOULiveEvent on Instagram and Facebook and be sure to use it when sharing online! This event is going to be a coming home to yourself, AND a lot of fun. xoJill The clock is ticking - the Be You celebratory event is just over a month away on October 25th in Fort Wayne, Indiana! Jill is so excited but also feeling the pressure of planning this large event on her own, and she shares that she's learned some valuable lessons, such as how it's okay to jump in even if you haven't spent much time in the "kiddie pool" before. Jill is asking for help from her listeners, inviting a select group of her most dedicated podcast fans to a special birthday celebration dinner for the 5-year anniversary of the Be You podcast. To be considered, listeners should email Jill and share the impact the podcast has had on them. She is asking listeners to record a short video talking about how the podcast has made a difference, which she plans to use at the event and for other promotions. The event itself promises to be an expansive experience, not a deep transformational one. Jill states that attendees will be beautifully reminded of not just who you are, but how freaking amazing you really are, and topics will include people-pleasing, perfectionism, comparison, and the connection between our inner selves and our leadership/work lives. While Jill highlights the fact that this event is not a necessity, it is an opportunity for those who feel called to it, and she encourages listeners to say yes to themselves and invest in their own growth while also honoring that the decision is a personal one without pressure! Show Notes: [01:31] - Remember that the upcoming Be You live event is October 25 in Fort Wayne, with hotel discounts available! [03:22] - Jill realizes how hosting alone is overwhelming but asks listeners to share how her podcast impacted them. [07:09] - Listeners are encouraged to film short selfie videos to support her event. [08:14] - These listener videos will be used for promotion, the event itself, and a future project. [09:17] - Sponsors are offering prizes, including a $1,500 dinner, jewelry, beauty package, and inspiring experiences! [12:26] - The upcoming event explores self-worth, leadership, and expansion beyond perfectionism. [14:32] - Jill urges women to choose themselves and to stop overcommitting out of guilt. [17:19] - True generosity isn’t self-sacrifice; women need to instead embrace rest and community. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

Are you ready to experience BE YOU live and in person? Join Jill for the five-year anniversary of Be YOU - a special in person event celebrating 300 episodes of the podcast - on Saturday, October 25th from 1–5 p.m. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. You’ll get to connect and network with 200 amazing women! The community you didn’t know you had and didn’t realize you needed. Wait till you meet these women. You’ll get to sit back and let Jill pour into you and you’ll leave with more clarity, confidence and a remembrance of how gifted and glorious you are. Tickets are selling fast at jillherman.com/beyou Search #BEYOULiveEvent on Instagram and Facebook and be sure to use it when sharing online! This event is going to be a coming home to yourself, AND a lot of fun. xoJill Jill shares her thoughts this week and experiences around the podcast, which she reminds listeners she does without any commercial sponsorships or monetization. She explains that she wanted the podcast to be a creative outlet where she could be her authentic self, without feeling any pressure to do it in a certain way. Jill goes on to discuss the upcoming Be YOU event that she is organizing and how she was able to secure corporate sponsors for it. She also shares some details about the sponsors, including a $5,000 donation from a billion-dollar company and how the sponsorships have allowed her to market the event in new ways. Stay tuned for a a personal update as well, as Jill reveals that she will be starting peptide treatments soon and that she has made the difficult decision to pause her popular "Plot Twist" group coaching program in order to focus on writing a book that she feels called to create. She acknowledges that this decision may disappoint some of her loyal listeners but explains that she needs to honor her intuition and creative process, even if it means turning down guaranteed income. Ultimately, Jill reminds listeners of the importance of alignment and not trying to "sell" everyone on what you're offering, highlighting that when you are true to yourself, the right people will naturally be drawn to you without the need for convincing or forcing!   Show Notes: [01:28] - Jill discusses podcasting as a pure art, valuing authenticity and connection over sponsorships or money. [04:00] - For Jill, podcasting embodies authenticity, joy, and a shared permission slip to be real. [05:19] - Hear how intuition led Jill to secure sponsors for her event while embracing compensation free of guilt. [08:07] - Sponsors invested because Jill’s authentic vision inspired trust. [11:24] - Every creation carries a unique signature that cannot be precisely duplicated. [13:59] - Jill announces that she has started on peptides. [16:30] - Jill has chosen to pause coaching programs and retreats to prioritize finishing her book Bad Mother. [18:49] - We learn that Jill is focusing solely on podcasting and writing Bad Mother while offering free texts and referrals. [20:15] - Jill reflects on rejecting guaranteed income to follow uncertain but divinely led paths. [22:59] - Alignment doesn't require forcing, selling, or shrinking; what resonates will flow toward you naturally! [24:22] - Rejection, Jill feels, isn’t personal but simply a sign of misalignment and differing paths. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

Are you ready to experience BE YOU live and in person? Join Jill for the five-year anniversary of Be YOU - a special in person event celebrating 300 episodes of the podcast - on Saturday, October 25th from 1–5 p.m. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. You’ll get to connect and network with 200 amazing women! The community you didn’t know you had and didn’t realize you needed. Wait till you meet these women. You’ll get to sit back and let Jill pour into you and you’ll leave with more clarity, confidence and a remembrance of how gifted and glorious you are. Tickets are selling fast at jillherman.com/beyou Tune in this week as Jill gets real about the first time in nearly five years that she didn’t show up for an episode and why it actually felt completely okay and guilt-free! From the unexpected loss of her family dog Lola, to house issues, and her dad’s terminal cancer leading to hospice, life truly demanded her attention and bandwidth, and she shares how allowing herself to pause gave her some clarity, space, and perspective. She also opens up about the chaos behind the scenes of launching her upcoming Be YOU live event, including website struggles with a contractor who locked her out and how she stayed grounded even while everything seemed to go sideways! Beyond the challenges, Jill reflects on the power of feeling your emotions fully while staying detached from the outcome, allowing frustration and anger to move through you instead of being suppressed. She shares how surrendering to what is allowed her to maintain confidence, trust the process, and step into her role as the host of a powerful, transformative event for women. Listeners will also get a behind-the-scenes look at the Be YOU live event on October 25th, which will of course mark the 300th episode of the show, truly a rare milestone in podcasting. Jill breaks down the tiered ticket pricing, VIP sellouts, discounted hotel rooms, and the opportunity to connect with other women from across the U.S. and Canada before the event, and she also highlights what attendees can expect, including a space for reclamation, reconnection, celebration, and authentic self-expression without religious overtones or forced activities. This episode of the podcast is all about showing up for yourself even when life is messy, holding space for others while trusting your own power, and embracing the art of the “both/and conversation” - feeling deeply while surrendering to what is. Tune in to hear the story behind the ups and downs of launching this upcoming event and the lessons that it’s teaching Jill! Show Notes: [01:28] - Jill chose to pause last week’s episode without guilt, giving herself some needed space. [03:56] - Jill further explains that she couldn’t record last week due to her family dog’s passing and some urgent home issues. [06:13] - Jill's dad’s cancer also led to hospice recently. [09:04] - Hear how Jill hired a contractor for her landing page, who caused chaos even though ticket sales recovered. [11:54] - Website issues temporarily disrupted sales momentum, but Jill’s persistence and outreach brought it back. [14:36] - Jill credits the contractor’s eventual professionalism and her confidence in hosting events. [16:32] - Hear how Jill embraced challenges calmly, trusting that every problem has a solution. [18:56] - Jill allowed herself to fully feel anger while remaining detached from the outcome. [22:32] - We hear how some positive feedback from Hawk Media reinforced Jill's clear branding and boosted ticket sales. [25:36] - The upcoming Be YOU milestone event will be a joyful, non-religious gathering focused on connection and self-reclamation. [27:46] - Jill encourages listeners to feel deeply while surrendering outcomes and loving yourself exactly as you are!   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

Join Jill for the five-year anniversary of Be YOU - a special live podcast event celebrating 300 episodes of the podcast - on Saturday, October 25th from 1–5 p.m. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Tickets are selling fast at jillherman.com/beyou, and discounted rooms are available at a boutique hotel right next door! Listen in to Jill this week as she opens up by sharing her personal experience with the "11-11-11 Compliment Experience" that she invited her listeners to try in the last couple of episodes, reflecting on how it was initially difficult but became easier over time. She then transitions into a major decision that she has faced - the opportunity to start a new brick-and-mortar business venture that felt aligned and exciting but that ultimately had to be turned down. Hear how, through a powerful moment of self-reflection, Jill realized this new business would be a distraction from her true purpose - to write a book that has been on her heart for years. Jill reflects on how she surrendered the business opportunity and trusted that if it was meant to be, it would flow easily. Shortly after, she had a profound realization while re-reading one of her own past writings - that the book she has been struggling with is her true calling and dharma, and she ultimately made the difficult decision to forgo the business venture for the time being in order to focus on completing this book. Jill encourages listeners to examine their own lives and identify any "perfect" opportunities that may actually be distractions from their higher purpose. She challenges listeners to be willing to choose the uncomfortable, uncertain path that aligns with their true north even if it means going against what seems logical or guaranteed. Jill also, of course, reminds listeners to attend her upcoming Be YOU event in October where she believes profound change will take place! Show Notes: [01:30] - We get an update on how Jill is doing with the 11-11-11 experiment! ​​[03:31] - Jill encourages listeners to embrace alignment over certainty, even when failure feels more likely than success. [04:54] - Hear how Jill envisioned opening a unique women’s healing space, even receiving enthusiasm and support from trusted advisors. [07:55] - While waiting for realtor updates, Jill sensed that she was being taught patience and deeper discernment. [10:23] - Jill consequently prayed for divine flow, realizing true alignment emerges without forcing or resisting opportunities. [13:43] - Reading her old words moved Jill to tears, revealing to her that her true calling is writing. [16:00] - Choosing writing over business, Jill now embraces discomfort, surrender, and potential rejection to follow her purpose. [19:25] - Hear how Jill celebrates healing her hidden wounds, calling the process “brutiful” and urging others to choose alignment. [21:13] - A dream revealed Jill's business vision as a “bountiful distraction,” teaching her to honor true alignment. [24:19] - Jill challenges listeners to trade in certainty for freedom and self-alignment! [25:56] - Don’t forget about the upcoming Be YOU event in October!   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

Join Jill for the five-year anniversary of Be YOU - a special live podcast event celebrating 300 episodes of the podcast - on Saturday, October 25th from 1–5 p.m. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Tickets are selling fast at jillherman.com/beyou, and discounted rooms are available at a boutique hotel right next door! In her last episode, Jill filled listeners in on her upcoming 11-11-11 challenge - to give 11 genuine compliments to 11 different people over the course of 11 consecutive days, beginning on August 11th! This experiment, as Jill stresses, isn’t just about being kind or spreading positivity but is rather a close look at how we relate to self-worth, validation, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and our resistance to both giving and receiving, especially as women. Jill explains how the true purpose of this experiment is not to “get it right” but rather to pay attention. What happens inside when you fall short of the goal, when a compliment is ignored, when it’s received too enthusiastically and you find yourself craving that response again? This episode gives you permission to not only participate imperfectly but to also allow the imperfection to teach you something. Whether you're someone who finds it hard to say kind things about yourself, someone who hands out compliments to stay safe, or someone who rebels against rules altogether, Jill invites you to feel into what’s true for you. She encourages slowing down, tuning into your body, and exploring the emotions that come up from beneath the surface of what seems like a simple act, and she would love for you to reach out to share what you notice! This isn’t homework. It’s not a performance. It’s an invitation to pay attention to your nervous system, your patterns, and the stories which you tell yourself about worth and connection. Above all, it’s a chance to practice being more present and more real! Show Notes: [01:29] - Although traveling tends to reawaken Jill's joy, she admits that Charlevoix, Michigan has felt a little too bland and culturally plain. [03:23] - Hear how Beaver Island Resort, run by an incredibly genuine couple, blends rustic charm with luxury touches. [06:03] - Jill explains how glamping, dark skies, and community vibes all contribute to Beaver Island Resort feeling like adult summer camp heaven. [09:41] - Jill highlights how the story about the resort celebrates purpose, risk-taking, and planning your getaways ahead of time. [11:16] - Hear how the 11-11-11 experiment invites self-discovery via imperfection and showing up authentically. [14:38] - Jill explains what the 11-11-11 challenge entails. [17:24] - Authentic compliments require presence, so Jill encourages slowing down, feeling into them, and observing what surfaces within you. [20:27] - The Be You event in October invites women to remove their masks and be celebrated as their true selves!   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

Join Jill for the five-year anniversary of Be YOU - a special live podcast event celebrating 300 episodes of the podcast - on Saturday, October 25th from 1–5 p.m. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Tickets are selling fast at jillherman.com/beyou, and discounted rooms are available at a boutique hotel right next door! Listen in this week as Jill proposes a challenge for listeners - to give 11 genuine compliments to 11 different people over the course of 11 consecutive days, beginning on August 11th! She notes that so many people struggle to give sincere compliments, often defaulting to insincere ones, so the challenge is intended to push listeners to be more present, observant, and generous with their praise of others. While Jill acknowledges that this can initially feel uncomfortable and/or vulnerable at first, she encourages listeners to step outside of their comfort zones and to push past those feelings, outlining some steps to help prepare such as taking time for self-reflection and self-compliments each day before giving them to others. Jill also suggests that going through this process of intentionally complimenting others can be eye-opening and transformative and may even reveal things about yourself, your relationships with others, and/or the general social dynamic of withholding genuine praise. She is really excited about this challenge and invites you to listen in for more details! We could all use a little personal growth, increased mindfulness, and social connection after all! Show Notes: [01:36] - Jill is inviting listeners to give 11 authentic compliments daily for 11 days! [03:39] - Jill argues that compliments need to be truthful, not just people-pleasing attempts. [06:25] - You’ll discover self-awareness, connection, and emotional depth via consistent, sincere compliments, even when it’s hard. [08:42] - Hear why so many of us tend to be guarded and stingy with compliments. [10:43] - Authenticity starts with grounding your body via breath and sound before taking outward action. [13:13] - Jill encourages listeners to start each day of the 11 days off with compliments to themselves. [15:14] - The 11-11-11 challenge begins on August 11th, so reflect beforehand, and share the journey with others! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

Join Jill for the five-year anniversary of Be YOU - a special live podcast event celebrating 300 episodes of the podcast - on Saturday, October 25th from 1–5 p.m. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Tickets are selling fast at jillherman.com/beyou, and discounted rooms are available at a boutique hotel right next door! Jill catches listeners up a bit this week as she shares a personal life update and reflects on the fast-paced nature of summer, encouraging listeners to be intentional about being slow and savoring the remaining summer days and suggesting making a list of experiences they want to have before summer ends. She also discusses some patterns that she has noticed in her life, like significant events often happening around July 21st. She shares updates on selling her home and her journey with menopause, including hair loss, weight gain, and hot flashes, highlighting the importance of tuning into your own body wisdom during this transition rather than following generic advice. Jill also talks about an intensive four-day training that she recently completed on crystal alchemy singing bowls, describing the powerful experiences that she had including feeling ill during the training as her body went through an "energetic detox" to make space for her upcoming expansion. In case you're wondering how crystal bowls even work, Jill has you covered, and she touches upon how her understanding of them has evolved. She even announces an upcoming virtual sound bath experience using the bowls which will be different from past offerings as she applies her new knowledge! Show Notes: [01:28] - Jill reveals that, when podcasting, she feels like she is truly talking one-on-one with a close friend. [03:10] - Jill encourages choosing simple, intentional joys to slow down the rest of summer. [06:04] - July 21st is a strangely recurring milestone of major personal life events for Jill. [08:51] - Despite some challenges such as menopause and a slow home sale, Jill leans into trust and surrender. [12:17] - Jill is recommitting to listening to her body, and she passionately rejects a one-size-fits-all approach to health. [14:47] - Hear how Jill recommitted to her health with grace, tuning into her body's wisdom rather than external pressure. [17:22] - Jill reflects on having completed an intense sound bowl training while undergoing physical and energetic transformation. [20:17] - Listen as Jill describes some symptoms of expansion as her nervous system recalibrates to hold more power. [23:47] - Jill shares how playing bowls enhances healing. [27:34] - The upcoming Be YOU event in October promises magic, deep connection, and a return to your truth! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

Join Jill for the five-year anniversary of Be YOU - a special live podcast event celebrating 300 episodes of the podcast - on Saturday, October 25th from 1–5 p.m. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Tickets are selling fast at jillherman.com/beyou, and discounted rooms are available at a boutique hotel right next door! Jill spends time this week exploring over-giving and the importance of pruning relationships and commitments in your life, sharing personal experiences when she realized that she had been giving too much of herself to certain people and businesses without receiving the same level of attention in return. She likens this idea to tending a garden when she had neglected her own container garden and allowed it to become overgrown. Just as the flowers were "begging to be pruned," she realized that in her own life, certain relationships and obligations were draining her energy. Jill shares examples of reaching out to a business only to be disappointed when they declined to sponsor her event, and she reflects on family relationships in which she felt the giving was one-sided. In these cases, she decided that it was time to cut away the excess and focus her time and energy on more reciprocal relationships. On the other hand, though, she also shares a story of a friendship in which she initially felt hurt by a lack of reciprocation, but upon further reflection, she realized that her friend was actually kind in other ways. This realization allowed her to let go of the resentment and appreciate the relationship for what it was. Ultimately, Jill is discussing the importance of self-care and being more particular with your time and energy, encouraging listeners to take inventory of their relationships and commitments and to have the courage to prune away the ones that are draining rather than nourishing. She suggests this can be a powerful act of self-love and kindness, allowing you to show up more fully for the people who truly matter! Show Notes: [01:29] - Even though ​giving feels natural and joyful, Jill has realized that it's quietly draining when rarely reciprocated. [05:30] - Jill reflects on how it hurt when generosity wasn’t returned, revealing that she subconsciously hoped for appreciation in exchange. [07:15] - Eventually, even pure-hearted giving begs the question: will they ever give back? [09:12] - Jill admits to having misjudged one friend and also finally stopped chasing a family member. [11:12] - Support can come from surprising places, like a childhood friend who buys ten VIP tickets. [12:56] - After giving a company $200K in business, their refusal to sponsor Jill truly stung. [15:29] - After some deep reflection, Jill chose to stop supporting those who never truly showed up in return. [17:25] - Without pruning, everything weakens, and offshoots drain the flowers just like distractions drain us. [19:57] - Jill argues that by trimming relationships and distractions, we protect our energy and grow into our full potential. [22:28] - Sometimes, the kindest thing that you can do is to unapologetically withdraw. [24:23] - True self-honesty means examining everything (relationships, habits, even screen time) and deciding on what needs to go. [25:20] - Don’t forget about the upcoming Be YOU event in October! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

Join Jill for the five-year anniversary of Be YOU - a special live podcast event celebrating 300 episodes of the podcast - on Saturday, October 25th from 1–5 p.m. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Tickets are selling fast at jillherman.com/beyou, and discounted rooms are available at a boutique hotel right next door! Jill is back - not just back behind the mic but truly back in her energy, her confidence, and her clarity. After a challenging stretch supporting her ill father through a medical ordeal that she shared on the podcast recently, she returns refreshed with a major announcement: the Be You event is officially happening, and its first sponsor is a game-changer! Jill takes us behind the scenes of how she secured a huge sponsorship from Surack Enterprises! Normally, if it’s not through their Family foundation, Surack Enterprises only financially supports events and projects that are connected to one of their businesses (primarily aviation), but this wasn’t luck. It was boldness, clarity, and unapologetic belief in her mission. She didn’t play it safe; she instead asked for what she really wanted, and it worked. She encourages listeners to consider, where are you holding back, and in what areas of your life could you be braver? Jill also discusses the upcoming Be YOU event and why she highly values in-person events over virtual event, highlighting that while it's much more difficult to hide at an in-person event, that is exactly what makes it worth it. Whether you’re planning to attend or just eavesdropping for now, she shares insights that apply to any in-person gathering, such as the power of being seen, the energy that builds when humans connect off-screen, and the kind of real change that begins not when you arrive but even at the moment you say “yes” and register. Expect some real talk about hiding vs. showing up, fixing yourself vs. remembering who you are, and why the version of you you’ve been chasing isn’t some future fantasy but is actually already inside you, waiting. Jill invites you to meet her, meet each other, and meet yourself, possibly for the first time in a long time. There’s no “better version” of you. There’s just you, and you are more than enough!   Show Notes: [01:29] - Jill is happy to be back with refreshed energy! [02:59] - Jill discusses her bold decision to pursue sponsorships for October’s Be You event. [05:10] - Hear how Jill pitched Surack Enterprises directly and landed a rare $10K sponsorship for the October event. [07:51] - Stop playing it small; don’t be afraid to ask for what you truly want! [09:33] - In-person events reveal our energy, and we grow when we go out of our comfort zones and do what we otherwise tend to avoid. [11:51] - Jill highlights the power of shared energy and intention at in-person gatherings. [14:25] - Authenticity, not perfection, is the goal, and attending alone might be exactly what your soul needs. [17:01] - Jill reveals that attendees will connect in a Telegram group, with resources and a shared community before the event begins. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

Join Jill for the five-year anniversary of Be YOU - a special live podcast event celebrating 300 episodes of the podcast - on Saturday, October 25th from 1–5 p.m. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Tickets are selling fast at jillherman.com/beyou, and discounted rooms are available at a boutique hotel right next door! Jill opens up in this vulnerable episode in which she discusses the difficult situation that she is currently in caring for her sick father. She shares how she has had to step back from her usual podcast schedule to focus on this challenge and how it has been truly physically, mentally, and emotionally draining for her. Listen as she discusses the importance of being gentle and compassionate with yourself during challenging times rather than judging or criticizing yourself. Even though she knows the importance of self-care and being well-resourced, she shares how she has found herself neglecting her own needs in the process as she has poured everything into caring for her father, recognizing that this is a pattern that she has fallen into before when faced with difficult circumstances. Jill openly shares the specific ways that she has been struggling such as forgetting to eat, drink water, exercise, and get proper rest, explaining how this has led to her becoming increasingly depleted and unable to function at her best and ultimately realizing that she needed to take a difficult but necessary step - asking for help. Jill's sincerest hope in sharing this personal journey on the show is that it resonates with listeners who may be going through their own difficult seasons. She reveals how she wants to encourage everyone to be kind to themselves, set boundaries, and to not hesitate to reach out for support when needed. Even when life gets overwhelming, self-compassion is so incredibly important!   Show Notes: [02:53] - Jill is discussing having to prioritize self-compassion by accepting her limits during an emotionally challenging time. [04:56] - Instead of judging herself, Jill used tools and self-kindness to manage exhaustion. [06:36] - Jill shares how, knowing that she is depleted, she forgives herself and applies self-care with compassion. [08:33] - Hear how, even when deeply depleted, Jill knows that returning to basic self-care is her best defense. [11:08] - Overwhelmed, Jill reverted to old patterns and neglected her own needs and boundaries. [14:28] - Jill admits to having slipped into martyrdom, forgetting to balance caregiving with self-care. [17:33] - Rather than self-blame, Jill has accepted her limits and has finally reached out for help, even though it was difficult for her. [20:49] - Jill, despite feeling exhausted, creatively problem-solved, securing assistance after admitting that she had tried to do too much on her own. [22:47] - Jill encourages others to question overextension, recognizing that it often masks self-worth patterns that are based on past trauma. [25:40] - Now with help, Jill can finally be present with her dad as a daughter and not as a nurse. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

Join Jill for the five-year anniversary of Be YOU - a special live podcast event celebrating 300 episodes of the podcast - on Saturday, October 25th from 1–5 p.m. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Tickets are selling fast at jillherman.com/beyou, and discounted rooms are available at a boutique hotel right next door! Jill offers up a short and sweet but also vulnerable discussion this week on Be YOU – not because she is talking about heartbreak or grief but because she is talking about something that so many of us do but are ironically often dishonest about, even to ourselves: lying. She isn't talking about the “double life” kind of lies but rather the seemingly harmless white lies – telling your hairdresser that you love your 'do even when you actually hate it or telling someone you'll attend something when you don't really want to. Listen in as Jill gets real about some of the little lies that she has told over the decades, especially ones that she told to protect other people's feelings or avoid conflict or unpleasant confrontation. As will likely ring familiar to many listeners, Jill wasn't lying out of a place of manipulation but rather out of a place of fear – afraid of not being liked or of disappointing someone. The purpose of this episode of the show is not to pass judgment on those who frequently find themselves telling similarly motivated white lies but rather to call attention to it and examine why so many of us do it. These lies can eventually stack up to the point at which we are no longer being our authentic selves, which is a tragic betrayal of our own selves. Jill also talks listeners through how to gently and lovingly call someone out when you see the dishonesty on the other end. Again, the purpose is not to pass judgment or shame but rather to open up a conversation in which both parties are invited to be fully transparent and honest, so if you have ever told a white lie to keep the peace (and let's face it – we pretty much all have at one point in time or another) or if someone in your life keeps dodging the truth, then this episode is definitely for you! Show Notes: [01:15] - Jill used to tell small, protective lies because she feared hurting others. [03:01] - Jill has realized that lying for her has stemmed from fear, disconnection, and a lack of trusting herself. [06:32] - Avoidance often masks itself as dishonesty. [09:34] - Hear how you can love someone and still address dishonesty without judgment or shame. [12:15] - Before confronting others about their dishonesty, practice honesty with yourself via reflection or even empty chair work. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

Join Jill for the five-year anniversary of Be YOU - a special live podcast event celebrating 300 episodes of the podcast - on Saturday, October 25th from 1–5 p.m. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Tickets are selling fast at jillherman.com/beyou, and discounted rooms are available at a boutique hotel right next door! Listen in this week as we revisit episode 93 of Be YOU. Given the devastating news about her father that Jill shared in her last episode, she felt that this episode’s topic was a perfect one to revisit - the importance and the beauty of embracing whatever season of life that you’re in, no matter how difficult that it may be. ​​This episode stresses the fact that each person's journey and the seasons that they go through in life will look different, but it's always important to keep in mind that there is divine purpose in every season and that regardless if things are progressing slowly or quickly, it's how they were meant to progress. Jill encourages listeners to surrender to and fully experience the season that they are in, rather than wishing it away or trying to spiritually bypass the difficult emotions. Jill clarifies, however, that this does not mean burying your head in the sand and giving up on your dreams or goals but rather embodying the vibration of what you desire while also honoring the present moment. She shares that learning to put yourself first without guilt or apology is one of the greatest acts of love you can give yourself and even those around you. This oldie but goodie from 2021 reminds listeners to avoid comparing their journey to others and to simply focus on swimming their own race, trusting that everything is unfolding as it should. Remember, your time will come! Show Notes: [00:07] - Jill announces that she is replaying a past episode due to her current struggle with grief. [05:47] - Each season of your life carries its own purpose, even when it feels unbearable. [08:17] - Jill argues that surrendering to difficulty may be the only way to align with your future goals. [11:00] - Your time will come, but it will happen even more slowly unless you embrace the season that you're in. [14:09] - Unapologetically prioritizing yourself without explanation is an act of self-love that ripples into every relationship. [17:11] - “Swimming” at your own pace is the quickest way to become whole. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

Join Jill for the five-year anniversary of Be YOU - a special live podcast event celebrating 300 episodes of the podcast - on Saturday, October 25th from 1–5 p.m. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Tickets are selling fast at jillherman.com/beyou, and discounted rooms are available at a boutique hotel right next door! Jill truly gets profoundly personal in this episode with a heartfelt discussion, sharing her recent and emotionally devastating discovery that her vibrant, health-conscious father has been diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer. Known for his athleticism, emotional openness, and joyful presence, her father has always been Jill's hero, and she is now facing the stark reality of having to say goodbye. What Jill shares in this episode of Be YOU, though, is more than a story about illness and grief. She reflects on the experience of witnessing death up close for the first time, despite a long career in nursing where she has comforted others through it. She explores the emotions of loss that she knows is coming, the resurfacing of old wounds, and the pressure that we sometimes feel to minimize our own pain in the face of others’ suffering. This episode is also an honest and needed look at how we respond to people who are hurting, with Jill challenging some of the well-meaning phrases that we often default to such as “Keep me updated,” “Let me know if you need anything,” and “Thoughts and prayers,” explaining how even well-meaning words can unintentionally shift the burden to the person who is already struggling as it is. Instead, she offers practical, heartfelt alternatives that prioritize sincerity and tangible support. Listen in for a chance to reflect on how to show up for others and, of course, how to receive care, too. Whether you’re in a season of grief, supporting someone who is, or simply want to communicate with more intention and love, this episode is one that you don't want to miss! Show Notes: [01:30] - Jill expresses that she looks up to her father because of his emotional openness, positivity, and self-care. [03:23] - We learn that Jill just discovered that her beloved dad is dying from silent, aggressive pancreatic cancer, her first deep loss. [05:32] - Jill stresses that our words carry weight, especially in grief, and deserve honesty but consideration. [07:27] - Saying "keep me updated" or "let me know" places the burden on the grieving, so check in and make specific offers. [08:40] - Jill offers some specific examples of what can be said instead. [10:14] - Asking someone the age of the person dying can minimize grief; every loss is valid, no matter the circumstances. [13:35] - Despite grief and exhaustion, Jill reminds listeners of the upcoming Be YOU event in October. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

Join Jill for the five-year anniversary of Be YOU - a special live podcast event celebrating 300 episodes of the podcast - on Saturday, October 25th from 1–5 p.m. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Tickets are selling fast at jillherman.com/beyou, and discounted rooms are available at a boutique hotel right next door! Jill spends some time this episode reflecting on her recent move from a large country home to a downtown apartment, candidly sharing how she broke free from her lifelong pattern of procrastination and stress around big projects. By embracing help, delegating tasks, and staying in her "zone of genius" for project management, Jill is happy to announce that the move went remarkably smoothly. However, she also acknowledges a lingering blind spot - neglecting her own personal space which has triggered a discussion around her tendency to prioritize others' needs over her own. Drawing on the wisdom of a psychologist friend, Jill unpacks the deeper significance of the physical symptoms that she experienced around this transition, including a UTI, yeast infection, and a burn on her arm. Through this lens of mind-body-spirit connection, she shares some powerful revelations about releasing control, honoring feminine intuition, and allowing herself to fully feel and process the complex emotions stirred up by major life changes. Jill also stresses the importance of self-compassion over self-judgment and invites listeners to be open to the potential messages that their own bodies and experiences may be trying to convey to you. This episode of Be YOU offers listeners a raw, relatable, and insightful glimpse into Jill's world, encouraging you to approach your own life with curiosity and courage! Show Notes: [01:32] - Jill recently moved into her new apartment, overcoming her lifelong stress pattern. [03:21] - By planning early and delegating, Jill managed the move efficiently and used her strengths. [05:35] - Rather than micromanage, Jill organized tasks, accepted help, and made smart, timely decisions. [07:18] - Despite his initial resistance, Jill's husband ended up joyfully helping with multiple moving loads. [10:10] - Jill argues that compassionately feeling your emotions allows for healing, clarity, and growth. [13:57] - Jill explores the symbolic meaning behind sudden illnesses reflecting grief and transition. [16:12] - Jill discusses the dangers of pleasing others at the expense of your own pleasure. [19:25] - Hear how Jill released resentment and embraced healing. [21:24] - Jill believes that her deep sensitivity is a gift that fuels her art, rooted in her Scorpio sun, moon, and Mercury. [24:08] - Jill reveals that she has restarted her book and even has a title in mind! [25:00] - Jill reminds listeners of her upcoming Be YOU anniversary event in October. [28:25] - It's never too late to change your mind and embrace transformation with self-compassion and surrender! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

Join Jill for the five-year anniversary of Be YOU - a special live podcast event celebrating 300 episodes of the podcast - on Saturday, October 25th from 1–5 p.m. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Tickets are selling fast at jillherman.com/beyou, and discounted rooms are available at a boutique hotel right next door! Join Jill this week as she shares some fresh insights from her recent coaching group for moms - Plot Twist: Only Moms Edition - and offers ten tips for how to be a well-resourced person! She invites listeners to embrace a simple daily rhythm, like starting the day with a glass of water or a favorite song that instantly shifts your mood, and she challenges the overwhelming amount of nervous system “tools” out there and instead encourages accessible, low-key practices like standing barefoot outside or using box breathing while waiting in line. Jill also reflects on the range of emotions that many moms face, introducing the concept of the “window of tolerance,” or that delicate space where we can feel all our emotions without spiraling, shutting down, or melting down. She explores how being “well-resourced” means building your own toolkit that helps you stay inside that safe emotional space, even when life gets messy. She stresses that this toolkit is not just about physical preparedness (like having batteries and paper products at home) but also about emotional resources, such as having one supportive person who truly holds space for you without judgment. You can also expect to hear Jill get real about phone boundaries. Yes, that's definitely a tough one, but Jill reflects on her own struggles and practical strategies to build a much healthier relationship with digital distractions, encouraging listeners to put your phone on airplane mode for chunks of the day or setting timers to avoid “scroll holes.” If you are someone who struggles with any of what Jill talks about here and feel like you could use some insights into how to be better resourced, then this is an episode of Be YOU that you will not want to miss! Show Notes: [01:43] - Jill reveals that there is no more group coaching until November, but there will be quick-question support launching via Telegram in July. [04:12] - Jill reminds listeners that a live podcast event celebrating 300 episodes is set for October 25 in Fort Wayne, Indiana! [05:21] - Learn about the “window of tolerance” and the importance of being well-resourced. [08:11] - Jill's first suggestion for staying well-resourced is to have a simple, daily rhythm such as morning water or music. [09:12] - Secondly, grounding exercises like barefoot standing or breathwork to soothe the nervous system are important. [10:08] - #3 is to have one person who listens and supports you without trying to fix you. [10:57] - For her fourth tip, Jill recommends having a connection to something larger like the universe, the cosmos, or a god. [11:50] - The fifth tip is to try limiting phone use to avoid unconscious, time-draining scrolling. [13:07] - #6: When you're overwhelmed or detached, return to your personal anchor via breath, movement, and/or nature. [14:58] - #7 is to allow yourself to feel your emotions and to not apologize for them. [16:00] - For her eighth tip, Jill stresses nourishment, which includes not just food but also pleasure, sunlight, music, etc. [16:53] - The ninth tip is to get comfortable with saying “no” to protect your energy and self-respect. [18:04] - Jill's tenth and final tip is to use reminders of who you are such as mantras, playlists, or videos. [19:32] - Jill offers a recap of the ten tips. [22:04] - Staying within your window of tolerance depends on how resourced, rested, and nourished you are! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

Jill invites listeners this week to listen in as she offers up some exciting updates - plans for the near future that are on the horizon. This isn’t an episode that Jill had technically planned, but that is also kind of her point. After scrapping not one but two full recordings (one because it didn’t feel right, the other because of a technical mishap), she offers listeners this entirely raw and unscripted episode to discuss what happens when things fall apart or veer off course. What do we do when things don't go according to plan, when the work that we poured our hearts into disappears without a trace, when something we thought was meant for others ends up being just for us? Jill explores and reflects on the beauty and wisdom that can come from chaos, opening up about the threads connecting every disappointment, delay, and detour. From lost audio to unspoken grief, she touches on how surrendering control can open doors to truths that tight and strict plans often keep closed. She also certainly does not hold back when it comes to calling out toxic productivity and the way that we deplete ourselves by overgiving, and she shares what it looks like to unapologetically prioritize yourself. You’ll also hear some behind-the-scenes insight into how she’s built a profitable coaching practice on her terms, without burning out or selling herself short, so while this episode might have been a bit unplanned, it's nothing short of real and authentic. Show Notes: [01:32] - Hear how Jill scrapped two recordings after technical issues and a vulnerability hangover left her feeling unsatisfied. [03:36] - Jill believes that everything happens for a cosmic reason, including lost recordings that were meant only for her. [04:33] - Jill opens up about unreciprocated support from a friend. [06:38] - Hear how Jill shared her income transparently to inspire others, regardless of differing reactions or judgments. [08:19] - Jill has designed her life around honoring herself and no longer apologizes for it. [10:55] - In July, Jill plans to offer flexible “drive-by coaching” entirely via Telegram, no appointments required. [12:46] - Your inner wisdom outranks anyone else’s because no one knows better than you about your own path! [14:30] - Jill reminds listeners that only you can lead yourself home; you are your own greatest guide and healer. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

Don’t forget that tickets are now on sale for a Be YOU event on October 25, 2025 in Fort Wayne, Indiana, celebrating the podcast's five-year anniversary. The four-hour women's empowerment experience includes immersive activities; a live podcast recording, and a focus on authentic leadership, with early bird pricing available until June 1st! Two ticket options are available, including a VIP experience, and the event is expected to sell out quickly, so grab your ticket(s) now at jillherman.com/beyou! Listen in this week as Jill shares how her approach to the podcast has evolved, moving away from expert-driven, topic-specific discussions to more introspective conversations. Reflecting on recent episodes, Jill highlights how her natural style which is often deep, reflective, and often personal has always been part of the show but is now more intentional and pronounced than ever! Jill discusses spaciousness, exploring the impact of allowing ourselves to be still and present. Having been inspired by a recent breath journey session, she discusses the often-overlooked importance of the “pocket” - or the quiet, meditative space after a deep exhale - where truth and self-awareness can come forth. She also touches on her recent coaching program and its new iteration specifically for moms, explaining how this program helps participants reconnect with their true selves by examining the obstacles that stand in the way of transformation. Jill encourages listeners to embrace the quiet moments in life, suggesting that these pauses are just as important for self-maintenance as sleep. She offers practical advice on how to incorporate intentional breathing into daily routines and stresses the incredible power of simply being present with oneself. Be sure to stay tuned because Jill also shares some candid updates about her life, including recent health challenges and an exciting move. She teases the upcoming Be YOU live event in October, marking the podcast’s five-year anniversary. Whether you're a long-time listener or new to the show, this episode invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and explore the beauty of simply being YOU! Show Notes: [01:28] - Jill reflects on shifting her podcast to focus on authentic, introspective conversations with interesting people. [03:34] - Hear how the Plot Twist coaching program helps participants create space for personal transformation. [05:49] - Jill stresses the importance of intentional deep breathing to access inner truths and self-care. [08:22] - A recent breath journey session encouraged deep, intentional exhales for Jill. [10:15] - Even if no insights come up, practicing mindful breathing can lead to self-connection and body awareness. [12:48] - Jill urges embracing brief moments of stillness and reconnection, even with a busy life. [13:57] - Jill shares some personal updates including health challenges, a move, and an upcoming Be YOU event! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

Kathryn Ducey is back for a second part to her discussion with Jill in episode 276! Picking up where they left off, Kathryn (or Ducey, as Jill calls her) unpacks more of her inspiring, transformative journey. From a public shaming incident at H&M to her eventual rise as a successful coach, she reflects on her experiences of overcoming shame, taking on personal struggles, and embracing her true self. Their conversation touches on themes of self-awareness, personal growth, and the realization that life is not always a linear path. Listen in as Kathryn opens up about her past, revealing how a brush with authority and personal challenges formed her perspectives on things like success and identity. She explains the profound impact of her decision to leave the corporate world and transition into coaching and how her own vulnerability became the foundation for helping others. The discussion also explores the emotional complexities of Kathryn’s journey, including the difficult moments of self-doubt, the important role that intuition plays, and the lessons learned from balancing personal and professional life. While Kathryn details some raw moments of struggle, there are also moments of humor and reflection, with Jill and Kathryn discussing how vulnerability, imperfection, and life’s unpredictable twists often lead to the biggest changes. Tune in for the conclusion of a brutally honest conversation reflection on not only Kathryn’s own journey but also on the universal journey of embracing who you really are so that you can be YOU! Also, don’t forget that tickets are now on sale for a Be YOU event on October 25, 2025 in Fort Wayne, Indiana, celebrating the podcast's five-year anniversary. The four-hour women's empowerment experience includes immersive activities; a live podcast recording, and a focus on authentic leadership, with early bird pricing available until June 1st! Two ticket options are available, including a VIP experience, and the event is expected to sell out quickly, so grab your ticket(s) now at jillherman.com/beyou! Show Notes: [02:00] - Kathryn reflects on having been publicly handcuffed after getting caught shoplifting at H&M in Toronto. [05:43] - Despite becoming a coach, Kathryn admits that she still occasionally craves the thrill of risk-taking. [06:48] - People often choose careers that are based on unresolved personal wounds. [08:00] - Kathryn describes reinventing herself from advertising to recruitment, betting on her potential. [11:29] - Even though she was succeeding professionally, Kathryn still struggled with debt and problematic relationships. [13:42] - Kathryn reveals that despite experiencing anxiety, she never felt deeply depressed or hopeless. [15:46] - Kathryn became head of HR at a prominent ad agency, but the role lasted only twelve weeks. [18:23] - Kathryn teaches her clients to reconnect with intuition by observing bodily sensations when making decisions. [20:14] - Hear about how Kathryn took an impulsive trip to Los Angeles after feeling an intuitive urge to go. [23:45]  - Kathryn met Leo in Los Angeles, and he encouraged her to embrace her natural curly hair. [26:07] - After Leo's encouragement, Kathryn stopped straightening her hair and embraced her natural curls. [28:25] - As head of HR, Kathryn prioritized building relationships over traditional policy work. [30:34] - Hear all about how, despite earning respect, Kathryn was eventually fired for not meeting conventional HR expectations. [32:58] - After being fired, Kathryn decided to pursue coaching, embracing her natural talent and passion. [35:03] - Jill reflects on how her coaching success was driven by intuition and a lack of self-doubt. [36:34] - Kathryn recalls how her unique coaching approach and authentic connection led to her rapid growth. [39:44] - Kathryn's success has ultimately stemmed from a real place and a passion for helping others. [40:11] - Kathryn shares how building a community first led to business growth and success. [43:22] - Listen to Kathryn reflect on how marriage challenged her emotionally, teaching her humility and growth. [45:55] - Life experience significantly shapes one's coaching style and perspective. [48:02] - Kathryn has committed to personal growth after her marriage, adopting a disciplined routine. [50:25] - Following a very difficult post-separation period, Kathryn reconciled with her parents and moved back home. [53:12] - Kathryn’s vulnerability has helped reawakened Jill's mother’s nurturing instincts. [56:28] - Hear how hardship shaped Jill's perspective, making her a more resilient coach. [59:04] - Hear all about how Kathryn embraced a motherly role for her partner’s daughters, finding purpose and fulfillment. [1:02:16] - Kathryn is launching a podcast to share her raw, unfiltered journey and to inspire others! [1:05:22] - Jill encourages listeners to support Kathryn’s new podcast by leaving reviews and sharing it! [1:08:08] - Kathryn offers personal pep talks, highlighting honesty and motivation to pursue one’s dreams. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.