Plan Simple with Mia Moran

“It's not time that heals, it's what we do in that time.” –Dawn Michele JacksonWe don’t do grief well. And unprocessed grief has consequences. I’m talking with grief specialist Dawn Michele Jackson about what we get wrong about grief and processing loss. Grief isn’t just about death — it is a natural reaction to any kind of loss. Your kids leaving home, changes in your body, moving, changing jobs, divorce, losing a close friend,  … and yes, death. We can grieve very personal losses or public and collective losses.You’ve probably heard that time heals, but it isn’t that simple. Let’s talk about how to actually face loss and work through our grief.We talk about: Not saying “I know how you feel” and what to do insteadWhat happens when you don’t deal with grief — and why we often don’t address itHow even happy things can cause griefHow losses can compoundGiving people an opportunity to talk about who or what they’ve lostWhy you shouldn’t hand a grieving person a tissue — and other ways to allow people to have their emotional responseABOUT DAWNDawn Jackson draws on three decades of nursing experience and her expertise as an Advanced Grief Recovery Method Specialist to help others heal their hearts, transform their lives, and rediscover joy. She is the bestselling author of Journey to Peace and Healing and Journey to Self Discovery: 100 Days of Soulful Reflections, as well as a contributing author to multiple international bestselling anthologies.LINKShttps://www.dawnmichelejackson.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawn-michele-jackson/https://www.facebook.com/dawnmichelejacksonPause magazine (Find Dawn in issue 2): https://plansimple.com/magazineDOABLE CHANGESAt the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Action is where change happens.Even though we want big change, it’s really little things done over and over that make the difference. So pick a doable thing. Put it in your calendar. Weave it through your days for a week and then move on to the next one. It will have a snowball effect.Here are three Doable Changes from this conversation:FEEL YOUR OWN GRIEF. What have you lost recently? Have you allowed yourself to feel it? Are you staying busy and numbing? What if you opened up to your feelings?BECOME A LISTENING HEART. Next time somebody mentions a loss to you, instead of telling them you know how they feel or giving them a platitude to make them feel better. Try listening. Ask them about the person or pet or thing they lost. Give them a chance to talk.MODEL GRIEVING TO OTHERS. You don’t have to be strong and keep your emotions in. Show your kids and others around you that it’s okay to feel and express your feelings. That might mean crying about a loss or letting people around you know you are having a sad or hard day.

“In the world of AI, people are hungry for honest, authentic conversations.” –Dolores HirschmannIf you’re posting all the time on social media, and wondering where the clients are you’ll want to listen to this conversation with Dolores Hirschmann, who helps people harness the power of speaking to grow their businesses.She shows us the difference between speaking and having an intentional, strategically built talk that takes people from point curious to client. This is different from telling your story. Once you create your talk, it’s rinse and repeat. Creating new messaging, new content, new talks every day can actually hurt your business.Even if you can’t picture yourself on stage or in front of the mic, putting your talk together creates clear, focused, tight content that you can use in other ways in your business.We talk about: Authenticity to build trust with your audienceHave your key point and give people multiple ways to engage with that ideaHow creating a framework lets you really delve into your creativityThe things you need to think about when looking for speaking gigsHow to measure the success of your talk (it’s not applause)Using technology to streamline the process of securing speaking gigsABOUT DOLORESDolores Hirschmann is an investor, strategist, speaker, and founder of Masters in Clarity, a strategy and business coaching firm. She helps service professionals grow their businesses and establish thought leadership. A former TEDx organizer, she specializes in positioning experts, authors, consultants, and coaches for success.Dolores recently sold a company to Pete Vargas and Grant Cardone, supporting its growth to multiple 8 figures in four years. She built a software platform to help speakers get placed on stages and advises businesses on preparing for profitable exits. Masters in Clarity provides fractional Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) services to help companies design and execute marketing initiatives and set up automated marketing systems. As an investor, Dolores acquires and scales small businesses, ensuring their legacy and long-term success.LINKSwriteyourtalk.comwww.mastersinclarity.comDOABLE CHANGESAt the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Action is where change happens.Even though we want big change, it’s really little things done over and over that make the difference. So pick a doable thing. Put it in your calendar. Weave it through your days for a week and then move on to the next one. It will have a snowball effect.Here are three Doable Changes from this conversation:ASSESS YOUR SPEAKING. Do you find yourself stumbling when you try to say what you do? Do you ramble too much on sales calls? Do you have your story down pat, but don’t know what to do with it? Are you at a loss when it comes to how to get in front of an audience? What’s getting in your way of speaking?UNDERSTAND THE POWER OF SPEAKING. Think about a powerful speaker you’ve seen. Think about how seeing some one talking built your trust or interest in working with them. Remember this when you start to wonder if speaking is for you.GET HELP FROM A PRO. You don’t have to reinvent the wheel or figure this out on your own. Getting support creating your talk and finding speaking gigs can make the process so much easier. A lot of us worry about getting in front of an audience; being prepared helps. See the links for Dolores’ webinar and...

In this companion episode of the Plan Simple Podcast, Mia sits down with four more FLOW365 members—Eve, Kelly, Kiyomi, and Susan. Each of these women is building a very different kind of business, from creative ventures to service-based work, yet they share a common thread: the desire to grow with alignment, balance, and follow-through.You’ll hear how they are weaving business growth with family life, health, and self-care—and what makes FLOW365 the support system that keeps them moving forward. Their stories reveal that there isn’t one “right way” to build a business; there’s your way, with the right accountability and community beside you.If you’ve been curious about FLOW365 or are craving a more aligned way to move into fall, this episode will give you a glimpse of the community, accountability, and practical planning support that make lasting change possible. (https://plansimple.com/flow365)

In this special episode of the Plan Simple Podcast, Mia introduces four incredible FLOW365 members—Jen, Heather, Kelley, and Roxanne—who share what it really looks like to juggle careers, families, and personal wellbeing while still moving toward their big dreams.You’ll hear how each of them is navigating this busy season, what tools and support have made the biggest difference, and why they chose to stop going at it alone. This conversation is an honest look at what it means to plan in a feminine-first way, follow through on what matters most, and find balance when the world feels overwhelming.If you’ve been curious about FLOW365 or are craving a more aligned way to move into fall, this episode will give you a glimpse of the community, accountability, and practical planning support that make lasting change possible. (https://plansimple.com/flow365)

Have you ever felt “off track”? In this episode, I share why that story keeps us stuck and how tuning into the season you’re in—whether it’s fall, a time of healing, or a family transition—can help you feel grounded, productive, and aligned again.If you want to join me for a pause and a reset, sign up at https://plansimple.com/reset

“I am transforming lives, and I'm transforming businesses.” –Andre ToroI love a story about a woman who changes her mind, because a lot of us wish we could do what someone else is doing. Portrait photographer Andre Toro made the big switch to follow her passion, and I can’t wait for you to hear her story.Andre is the amazing soul behind my 50th birthday photo shoot (you can see some of her work in the inaugural issue of Pause Magazine. Before she launched her photography business, she studied Electrical Engineering in Venezuela, got an MBA at MIT, and worked in the tech industry.How do you make that kind of pivot work? I can’t wait for you to hear this conversation.We talk about: The concussion that changed her life and set her on the path to her photography businessGiving herself time to build her brand, adjusting their family budget during her growth, and how doing great for the industry wasn’t enough to replace what she had been doingRecognizing the skills she brought to something she had never done before, and the identity crisis when she first made the changeOutsourcing all the non-kid, non-photography things and running a lean businessCreating a high-touch, luxury business and becoming an aspirational brandHow she sets and meets goals — and what happens when something falls through or health issues ariseABOUT ANDREAndre Toro is a portrait photographer specializing in family photos and headshots. She’s a passionate soul, obsessed with human connection and emotive storytelling. Andre studied portrait photography at Photographic Center Northwest in Seattle and started a side hustle. After an epic concussion, Andre decided to follow her passion and started her full-time photo portrait business. Andre is a Venezuelan mom of 2 beautiful girls, married to her love-at-first-sight husband.LINKShttps://www.andretorophotography.com/abouthttps://www.instagram.com/andretorophotography/?hl=enhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/andreina-andre-toro-54a23918/MENTIONED LINKShttps://plansimple.com/magazineDOABLE CHANGESAt the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Action is how change happens.Often we feel like our actions have to be huge to match the bigness of our desires, but we have seen over and over and over again that the little things add up. By stacking up a series of Doable Changes, you will create that big change that you crave. Choose the one that really resonates with you this week and really make it part of your life. Here are Three Doable Changes from this conversation:OUTSOURCE SOMETHING. Andre’s belief is that if it’s not client facing, it shouldn’t be you, and at home, anything not kid related outsource. What can you outsource at home or at work? Make a list of possibilities. Pick one to outsource now.SET A QUOTA. Set a monthly quota for yourself. Then break it down to see how you can meet it. What can you do if something falls through? What are the other routes to your quota?YOU CAN DO IT. Feeling a little uncertain because you’ve never done “this” before? Make a list of all the things you’ve done — skills, experience, strengths. How...

“Everything in nature needs a pause to help you recalibrate, pull your energy back, remind yourself. That’s where our power becomes even more potent — when we’re able to step back and remember.” –Kendra WoodsYour human design reminds you: this is who I am. This is how my energy is designed to operate.I love that way of looking at it. If you haven’t explored Human Design or have your report lost on your drive somewhere, take a listen to this conversation with Kendra Woods, who is a breakthrough mentor for sole-led entrepreneurial women who specializes in Human Design.We dig into shame and struggle of feeling like you should be further along or moving faster — and why you’re doing fine. We really look at the ways we are always becoming and how Human Design helps us navigate different transitions and seasons.We talk about: How everything needs a pause to reflect and recalibrate — you can’t just keep moving on to the next thingHuman design helping us remember who we are — because we forget sometimes when we’re in the middle of everythingTaking back our own power and knowing how we best make decisions —  we don’t all do it the same way and your HD authority can helpTrust your own timing — don’t bogged down in what other people’s timeline looks likeAs we evolve and grow our businesses do tooRemembering that you are the breakthroughABOUT KENDRAKendra Woods is a Soul-Led Breakthrough Mentor and the founder of Soulful Success by Design, where success is measured not by hustle, but by alignment, embodiment, and truth. She supports visionary women entrepreneurs in breaking through inner limitations, reclaiming their power, and building businesses rooted in soul and self-trust.Through her unique blend of Human Design, Somatic Coaching, NLP, EFT, Hypnosis, and intuitive guidance, Kendra helps women transcend conditioned ways of being and step into their next evolution—with clarity, courage, and confidence.With a background in Business Administration (BBA + MBA) and over a decade in corporate leadership, Kendra bridges grounded business strategy with soul-aligned energetics. Her mission is to help women return home to themselves and build lives and businesses that feel like sacred self-expression.She is the author of Mind Boss Habits: 12 Steps to Getting Out of Your Head and Into Action, The 7-Step Morning Manifestation Guide, and a contributing author in the Amazon bestselling book Girl Get Up and Win. Kendra’s work has been featured in Yahoo Finance, Bella Magazine, and numerous podcasts and summits.LINKSBreaking Free: 7 Mindset Traps and How To Overcome Them https://kendra-woods.mykajabi.com/breakingfree www.kendrakaywoods.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulfulsuccessbydesign/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kendra.woods.756DOABLE CHANGESAt the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Action is where change happens.Even though we want big change, it’s really little things done over and over that make the difference. So pick a doable thing. Put it in your calendar. Weave it through your days for a week and then move on to the next one. It will have a snowball effect.Here are three Doable Changes from this conversation:LEARN ABOUT YOUR HUMAN DESIGN. If you don’t...

“Self worth is not something that's earned. It's something that is remembered.”  –Tannaz HosseinpourIndividualism and isolation are doing a number on us. Relationship specialist Tannaz Hosseinpour helps us see why things aren’t working — and what we can do about it.We all want to belong, even us introverts who need time alone. We want the village we were promised, but to be able to make the most of it, we need to be able to receive it.Tannaz and I explore both how the collective can support us and what we need as individuals to thrive.We talk about: How prioritizing individualism over collectivism and masculine energy over feminine leads to problemsWhy we need connection to energy bigger than ourselves and learning to feel safe receivingThe impact of COVID and our resultant sense of safety on relationships nowHaving an internal anchor to ground yourselfHow to set boundaries with others and ourselves5 different kinds of intimacy we craveABOUT TANNAZTannaz Hosseinpour is a relationship coach and registered psychotherapist (qualifying) who helps individuals build emotionally secure relationships, starting with the one they have with themselves. She blends nervous system regulation, psychodynamic insights, somatic modalities and belief reprogramming to help clients break free from limiting patterns and feel safe in love, purpose, and self-expression.LINKShttps://minutesongrowth.com/about/https://www.instagram.com/minutesongrowthwww.facebook.com/MinutesOnGrowthhttps://www.tiktok.com/@minutesongrowthDOABLE CHANGESAt the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Action is how change happens.Often we feel like our actions have to be huge to match the bigness of our desires, but we have seen over and over and over again that the little things add up. By stacking up a series of Doable Changes, you will create that big change that you crave. Choose the one that really resonates with you this week and really make it part of your life. Here are Three Doable Changes from this conversation:SMALL STEPS TO FEELING SAFE WITH PEOPLE. Post-Covid, a lot of us don’t feel safe in public or large groups, and we may not even realize it. Taking small steps to spend time with people can make a difference. Try getting together with one or two people. Breathe through discomfort. Remind yourself you are safe. Try a small group.SET A BOUNDARY. Instead of getting angry at somebody else when you feel hurt, express your “I” statement about how you feel and what you would like. Enforce the boundary. If the other person does not respond, choose the change your actions.TAKE A BREAK. Next time you find yourself in an argument or going around and around in circles of not understanding, take a break. Give yourself at least 20 minutes to re regulate. Come back to the conversation when all parties have had a chance to do that.

“Divorce is mostly about money.” –Gabriella MartinelliMarried? Do you know where your money is? I’m really excited to talk with Gabriella Martinelli, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, about what we need to know about our finances and protecting ourselves before or during a divorce.Even if you don’t think you are headed in that direction, you can protect yourself, because if you don’t know where the money is or don’t have access to the accounts, and something happens, you’re stuck.Divorce is often messy — a mix of emotions, laws that aren’t clear, and financial confusion. Getting clarity around the money can help you make choices from a better place.We talk about: Why so many women don’t know about money — and why it’s a problemFinancial and nonfinancial contributions to the familyFear about not having enough money and trust about money going both ways Protecting your business early and keeping business expenses separate from household expensesQuestions you should be asking and how you can start to find informationWhy you should hire a CDFA before an attorney if you are moving toward divorceABOUT GABRIELLAGabriella E. Martinelli is a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA®) and founder of Ever After Wealth®. With 21 years of experience in divorce finance, including 16 working alongside top attorneys, Gabriella helps individuals and professionals navigate the financial complexities of divorce with clarity and confidence. She makes complex financial topics easy to understand, offering real-world strategies that empower listeners to take control of their financial future.LINKShttps://www.everafterwealth.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everafterwealth/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/everafterwealthDOABLE CHANGESAt the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Change comes from action. Doable changes are things that you can add into your life, one at a time to make micro shifts and really create a ripple effect that will create a big change over time. Choose one that really piques your interest and roll with it. Here are three Doable Changes from this conversation:GET A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR FAMILY FINANCIAL PICTURE. What accounts do you have? What investments? What debt? Are your names on those accounts? Ask questions. Collect information. Ask for more access. It’s not only useful in case of divorce, but also in case something happens to your spouse and you need to do more than you are doing financially.DIG DEEPER. Gabriella offers some ideas about using tax returns, credit reports, and other documents to start to gather information on your own if you feel you can’t ask questions or don’t trust the answers.PROTECT YOUR BUSINESS. While protecting your business may take multiple changes, the first step you can take is to talk to an attorney about protecting your business as your livelihood in case, separate from other assets. From there you can make decisions about what you need to do.

“How do we create emotional safety and help each other regulate these emotions?” –Tarah KerwinDo you keep having the same fights over and over? Do you feel like your partner is just trying to set you off? I’m really excited to talk with relationship counselor Tarah Kerwin about relationship renovation.We dive into how childhood trauma (big and little) affects our relationships. Even if you think you didn’t experience trauma, Tarah shows us how different experiences can affect how we react to our partners, who tend to trigger us the most.Many of us are in a transition period, perhaps becoming empty nesters or one person retiring, or stepping more into ourselves as responsibilities for others change. How does this shape our relationship? How can we make decisions based on clarity instead of anger or frustration or fear?We talk about: How childhood trauma shows up later and how kids can reflect back our traumaThe three Ps for relationships — predict, plan, prepareCodewords to stop overwhelm and resentmentTara Brach’s RAIN techniqueDeveloping emotional safety go through transitions together and making decisions from a place of clarityCreating a time to prioritize your relationshipABOUT TARAHTarah Kerwin, along with her husband EJ, is dedicated to transforming couples’ lives through meaningful connection and support. They’ve built not one but two companies, with their second, Relationship Renovation Coaching Consulting and Media, offering coaching sessions to couples worldwide through the innovative Relationship Renovation @ Home Program. Their goal is to provide real tools for couples to thrive, no matter where they are.The company also features a world-renowned podcast that dives into everything you want to know about relationships, helping listeners navigate the complexities of love and connection. Tarah’s passion lies in helping couples experience less suffering and more growth.Tarah’s journey into the field began with her Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology in 2004. After beginning her career as a Marriage and Family Therapist in California, she moved to Arizona in 2010. It was there that she and EJ founded Relationship Renovation Counseling Practice, which set the foundation for their collaborative work.LINKShttps://relationshiprenovation.com/MENTIONED RESOURCEShttps://www.tarabrach.com/rain/DOABLE CHANGESAt the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Change comes from action. Sometimes action gets a bad rap. You can be kind to yourself. You can practice being AND doing, but for change to happen you have to take steps. The way we take care of ourselves is making the steps doable and focusing on one thing at a time. We take time to integrate the change and then move on to the next one. Pick a Doable Change that resonates with you the most to start from. Here are three Doable changes that we chose from this conversation. MAKE A CODE WORD. Create a code word that means, “I’m overwhelmed and starting to get resentful” or out of your zone of tolerance. Discuss what you need to do when you use your code word. If your partner chooses one too, respect their needs when they use it.SCHEDULE TIME TO FOCUS ON YOUR RELATIONSHIP. Even if you are in couples therapy or counseling, schedule time outside to...

In this episode, I’m sharing a personal update—I'm heading into surgery—and how I planned for real time off. From setting up my business to letting myself receive help, I talk about what it means for me to rest, heal, and still feel held. Whether you’re navigating a big life moment or heading into summer vacation, I hope this helps you plan your time off with more intention and care.

“Your brand is going to evolve. Your business is going to evolve.” –Barb PritchardSummer is a great time to update your brand, and I’m talking with Barb Pritchard, a brand strategist and intuitive designer about what that really looks like.We talk about why you want to be consistent across platforms — but you brand is more than fonts and colors. You are a big piece of your brand and need to show up visually and in words.And while you might want to redo your website and be done, your business and your brand are going to continue to evolve. This season is a great time to see what’s working and what’s not.We talk about: Oracle cards and following breadcrumbs — yes, intuition as a business guideHow following formulas doesn’t feel natural — and what happens when you really show up as youLearning to talk naturally about what you doThinking about how you want people to feel when they interact with your brandWhy brand photos matter so muchChanging one small thing at a time to see what resonates with your audienceABOUT BARBBarb Pritchard, the creative force behind Infinity Brand Design, is a visionary brand strategist and intuitive designer with over 20 years of experience. Specializing in an empathy-first approach, she empowers spiritual entrepreneurs and shapes transformative brands, aligning mission-focused businesses with their soul clients. Leveraging her vast experience with Fortune 100 & 500 companies, Barb fuels growth and authenticity in impactful, heart-centered ventures. As the driving spirit of Infinity Brand Design, Barb is also an acclaimed author, speaker, and advocate for living a purpose-filled life, finding joy in global exploration, cultural immersions, and nurturing connections.LINKShttps://www.infinitybrand.design/https://www.facebook.com/ImBarbPritchardhttps://www.instagram.com/infinitybranddesignhttps://www.pinterest.com/infinitybranddesign/https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbpritchard/DOABLE CHANGESAt the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Change comes from action. Doable changes are things that you can add into your life, one at a time to make micro shifts and really create a ripple effect that will create a big change over time. Choose one that really piques your interest and roll with it. Here are three Doable Changes from this conversation:MAKE A SMALL CHANGE. If you aren’t getting the results you want, try changing a few words or one photo. See if you get a different reaction. Sometimes a tiny change can shift the effect dramatically.KNOW YOURSELF FIRST. Do you know: What lights you up? What do you want to do? What are you here for? What is your passion? The answers to these questions are essential for talking about yourself clearly.BOOK PHOTOS. Book a photographer for brand photos. Someone else can help show, visually, who you are. Even if you don’t like being in pictures, you’ll want good ones of you — headshots but also you in action at what you do.

“Planning isn’t about doing it all—it’s about becoming who you’re meant to be, one aligned action at a time.” —Mia MoranPlanning doesn’t have to feel rigid, overwhelming, or like it’s just one more thing to do. In today’s episode, Mia shares 10 powerful shifts you can make today—straight from the FLOW Planning System—that help you align your time, energy, and attention with what matters most.These are small changes that make a big difference—whether or not you use the FLOW Planner.From leading with the feminine to bringing magic into your weekly rhythm, this episode will inspire you to plan in a way that supports your health, your purpose, and your becoming.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why planning with the feminine first changes everythingHow to prioritize what matters—while still getting the have-to-dos doneThe difference between habits and projects (and why it matters)The power of seasonal planning and daily anchoringHow reflection, intuition, and structure can work togetherResources Mentioned:Get the FLOW Planner + Course for $12Download the FREE Today PageConnect with Mia:Instagram: @plansimple.coWebsite: plansimple.com

“Our gut health is connected to our hormones, our blood sugar and our metabolic health, and when we understand the science behind how our body works, we realize that feeling good during menopause isn't just about managing the estrogen and the progesterone. It's about figuring out these other pieces.” –Tess MastersDid you finally figure out how to eat for your body — and then it stopped working? Or you never figured it out and lately it’s just been bad? If you’re not feeling good in your body, it’s time to do something about it.That’s why I’m so excited to talk with Tess Masters. She’s my health cheerleader and food guru. She’s helped me uplevel my food again and again.Our food is a lot more nuanced than we think, but Tess can help you learn what works for you and how to make shifts when that stops.We talk about: How our bodies change as we age, over seasons, as our hormones and medications shift — and our food needs to change with thatProtein and the problem with too much or not enoughThe changes that happen in perimenopause and menopausePaying attention to sleep and stress, noticing how your body reacts to different foods60-day reset for a digestive reset, to go through two hormone cycles, and to turn new ideas into habitsFinding balance, choosing to stick with foods that make you feel good, and not feeling left outABOUT TESSTess Masters is a wellness coach, speaker, podcaster, chef, and author of The Blender Girl, The Blender Girl Smoothies, and The Perfect Blend published by Penguin Random House. You can find hundreds of easy recipes at theblendergirl.com.Through The Decadent Detox® and Skinny60® health programs, Tess and her team of dietitians have helped over 30,000 people get healthy using science-based food and lifestyle strategies. The “Good, Better, or Best, Not Perfect” philosophy of the programs encourages participants to empower themselves in all parts of their lives to find a balance of self-care and fun!Tess and her health tips and recipes have been featured in the L.A Times, Washington Post, InStyle, Real Simple, Prevention, Shape, Glamour, Clean Eating, Yoga Journal, Vegetarian Times, Yahoo Living, the Today show, Fox, Home & Family, and many other media outlets.As a spokesperson, presenter, and recipe developer, Tess has collaborated with many brands, including KitchenAid, Vitamix, Williams-Sonoma, Four Seasons, Whole Foods Market, Sprouts Farmers Market, Silk, So Delicious, and many others.Tess has a passion for sharing stories that inspire people to go after what they want. On her podcast, It Has To Be Me, she interviews trailblazers about how they conquer fear to take action on the things they’re dreaming about.LINKSFree Master Class Menopause: 3 Secrets To Lose Weight and Reduce Symptoms The...

If we don’t choose the reset, life will usually choose it for us. In this episode, I dive into the magic of consciously resetting—your energy, your goals, your relationship with time itself. I share personal stories of how, just this past month, I’ve had to reset my beliefs about healing, how my household runs, and how I lead in business.This isn’t about quitting. It’s about re-choosing—with clarity.Whether you’re feeling off track or just ready for something new, this conversation will help you remember that pausing, reflecting, and realigning isn’t a detour—it is the path.Hear how I’ve navigated recent shifts in health, home, and leadership.Explore how to reset your relationship with time and planning.And leave with a fresh way to meet yourself, right where you are.→ Join the Productivity Reset at plansimple.com/reset

What if the secret to your next breakthrough isn’t pushing harder—but pressing pause?In this episode, I explore the surprising power of slowing down. We talk about the kind of pause you choose—and the kind your body chooses for you. From the quiet wisdom of the third trimester of pregnancy to the fog (and insight) of perimenopause, you’ll hear why learning to pause may be the most productive thing you do this year.Plus, I’ll share how Pause Magazine was born from this exact moment in my life—and why I think now is the perfect time for a different kind of productivity conversation.Get inspired to listen inward.Reframe your relationship with rest.And discover what happens when you stop long enough to really hear yourself.→ Get your free digital copy of Pause Magazine at plansimple.com/pause

“What does creating balance look like in the summer?” –MiaWhen you thank summer, do you think vacation, barbecues, and ice cream? I find that a lot of us have a vivid image of how summer should look — and we don’t stop to see if that’s what we really want.Or we have an idea we want to dial back on business or health or other goals, but it’s jarring to jump from spring to summer and back to fall when you let things get out of balance in summer.What if, instead, you were intentional about what you really wanted this season?What if you made a plan that:helps you stick to how you want to feeltakes into account exterior rhythms that change in the summeranticipates obstacles or stressorsdoesn’t neglect any part of your lifemoves you forward on a goal or dreamListen in as I explain how I make my summer plan and how different situations make each summer look different — but very much mine.Then join me to create your own summer plan:PLAN YOUR SUMMER EVENTSFree 1-hour workshop What Goes into Summer PlanningGet clear on the things you need to consider when making your plan3-hour Workshop Plan Your Summer Join me an FLOW365 members for step-by-step summer planning—leave with a plan for balance and what you really want in your summerDOABLE CHANGESAt the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Change comes from action. Doable changes are things that you can add into your life, one at a time to make micro shifts and really create a ripple effect that will create a big change over time. Choose one that really piques your interest and roll with it. Here are three Doable Changes from this conversation:DREAM ABOUT WHAT YOU REALLY WANT. Forget the movies and magazines. What do you want your summer to look like? What would feel amazing? What goals or projects are you pulled to move forward? What would lead you into fall without feeling like you “got off track” and need to restart?IDENTIFY YOUR SUMMER STRUCTURE. What is happening in your summer that will affect your time or energy? Think about kids, work, other family members, health stuff, plans that are already set. Are you launching a kid? Will you have kids home for the summer — and do you control that schedule or do they? Do you have a family vacation already booked? Are you having surgery?KNOW YOUR SUMMER STRESSORS. Where do you tend to get out of balance as you head into summer? What has stressed you out in past summers? Is it triggering people or exhausting events? Is it unpredictable schedules or different demands? Is it not eating well and feeling the results in your body or energy? Knowing those challenges can help you plan for them.

“When you're not in fight or flight or freeze mode, you're able to be creative and come up with different solutions and bring in different information about what's going on in your world.” –Cori MykaMy family likes to jump into the water, swim out to the buoy, step onto the way out there rock. I don’t love swimming. I’m one of many adults who are uncomfortable in the water. My guest today, Cori Myka, specializes in helping adults overcome their fear of water.I haven’t had anybody show up in FLOW365 and say, “I want to learn to swim” or “I want to get more comfortable in the water,” but we could easily work with those goals. I love the self-compassion and the tiny steps Cori brings to her method.And she’s created a niche business around helping adults get comfortable in the water.We talk about: How learning something new can be daunting — especially when we look at what experts are doingStarting by figuring out the biggest thing getting in the wayBeing kinder to ourselves when we are taking new stepsPracticing feeling safe, calm, and confident as you are learningLetting your interests drive your nicheTesting assumptions when we try something newABOUT CORICori Myka is the founder of Calm Within Adult Swim, with over 25 years of experience in adult swim education. She specializes in helping adults overcome their fear of water through a unique blend of mental and physical training techniques. Her mission is to empower individuals to become confident swimmers and embrace personal growth by working with students and certifying instructors.LINKShttps://adultswimlesson.com/https://www.facebook.com/calmwithinadultswimhttps://www.instagram.com/calmwithinadultswimDOABLE CHANGESAt the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Change comes from action. Doable changes are things that you can add into your life, one at a time to make micro shifts and really create a ripple effect that will create a big change over time. Choose one that really piques your interest and roll with it. Here are three Doable Changes from this conversation:IDENTIFY BLOCKS. What is the biggest thing getting in the way of your current project, something you want to learn, or trying to launch? There may seem to be an obvious answer, but what happens when you peel back on that answer? Often there is a fear or worry standing there. Understanding that helps you start to find a way past it.PRACTICE CONFIDENCE. We talk about having confidence when learning or trying something new. It doesn’t have to be huge confidence, just enough to take the next tiny step.TAP INTO YOUR INTERESTS. Looking to niche? What really piques your interest? Where are you already doing something that not a lot of people are doing? Spend some time exploring what that interest or passion could look like as a niche.

“Every business owner, if they take the time to really craft a powerful message and do that foundational work of getting clear on how they tell their story, can then repurpose that story.” –Kris JonesDo you freeze when you have to write about your own business or tell someone what you do? Kris Jones, StoryBrand guide and Founder of Red Door Designs, explains why and what we can do about it.The two main problems are that we’re too close to our business and can’t see it clearly and we’re experts on what we do, but our clients aren’t. We need to understand where our potential clients are and meet them there.Getting an outside perspective helps a lot, but can also learn to mine your own story for gold and clear the clutter.We talk about: Making potential clients the hero of the storyBuilding trust and resonance firstCrafting a powerful story and how to repurpose itNot being active everywhere — making your website the center of your business and choosing 2–3 other things that are fun for youNot outsourcing your own voice, but getting a guideHow much can change when you dial in your storyABOUT KRISKris Jones is a StoryBrand guide & Founder of Red Door Designs. Mentored by the Author of Building a StoryBrand - Donald Miller himself & with over 23 years of experience and clients like Nike & Adidas under her belt, she is extremely passionate about helping coaches & service providers replace all of their marketing with a single story, so they can multiply their revenue and focus on what they do best.Kris has been able to achieve incredible transformations for her clients, including increased revenue by 300%, record-breaking lead calls and clients booked, scaling from 30k months to 300k months, charging 6x more for the same service. Kris believes that writing copy for your own business doesn’t have to feel like torture. In fact, once you know how to tell a compelling story, it can actually be fast, easy and  fun.LINKShttps://www.reddoordesigns.com/https://www.reddoordesigns.com/free-resourcesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/reddoordesign/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/reddoorportland/?fref=tsLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reddoordesigns/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@reddoordesignDOABLE CHANGESAt the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Change comes from action. Doable changes are things that you can add into your life, one at a time to make micro shifts and really create a ripple effect that will create a big change over time. Choose one that really piques your interest and roll with it. Here are three Doable Changes from this conversation:GET A NEW PERSPECTIVE. Try reading your copy with a potential client’s eyes. Where are you writing from expertise instead of their perspective? What do clients actually say to you when you talk to them? What do you say that resonates when you talk to people? Is that language (not just the idea) in your web copy? If you are struggling, ask for...

“When I halved my calendar, we doubled our business.” –Hanna HermansonSick of the marketing bro energy that doesn’t work with your energy? I’m really excited to talk with Hanna Hermanson, the founder of Feminine Marketing Boutique, about the difference between masculine and feminine energy in marketing.What if instead of asking people to buy, you invited them in? What if marketing were less pushing yourself to do uncomfortable things and more about collaborative action?It doesn’t mean you don’t need structure. Hanna shows us how to be creative, be in flow, and have a cohesive message around our marketing.We talk about: The importance of building relationships Asking better questions than what time to post on InstagramHow to build consistencyLooking at where your last 10 clients came from and doing more of what attracted themHow to test/get familiar with your intuition (and how Human Design can help)Creating spaciousness by letting go of roles, clients, or other things that aren’t a hell yesABOUT HANNAHanna Hermanson is the CEO and founder of the Feminine Marketing Boutique, helping women-led businesses scale beyond 6-figures, using a feminine marketing strategy that hinges on the principles of collaboration, connection, and relationship-building. Hanna is the host of The Feminine Marketing Show, and is currently “walking the walk” as a lifestyle entrepreneur, living in Merida, Mexico.LINKShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahermanson/Hanna’s newsletter dfycopywriting.org/free https://www.instagram.com/hannahermanson_/DOABLE CHANGESAt the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Change comes from action. Doable changes are things that you can add into your life, one at a time to make micro shifts and really create a ripple effect that will create a big change over time. Choose one that really piques your interest and roll with it. Here are three Doable Changes from this conversation:DO MORE OF WHAT WORKS. Take a look at your last ten clients. What attracted them to you? What worked to get them as clients? Are you currently doing that in your business? Could you do more of that?IS THIS A HELL YES? For everything you do this week, ask: Is this a hell yes? Or Does this light me up? Use the answers to make decisions about what you are doing short term — and what you can step away from long-term.MAKE MORE WHITE SPACE. We all need white space (or as we call it in FLOW, gold space). This isn’t time scheduled to do something, but it is time held open for what we want and need in the moment. It could be rest or going to Costco in the middle of the day or taking a walk outside. You can create white space by scheduling it and holding it ope, cutting things that are not a hell yes, or getting up earlier. We recommend one of the first two.