Your Yes Filled Life

In this episode, I share why your intuition—not another framework—is the method you’ve been looking for. I talk about how A Discovery of Witches helped me see my own magic more clearly, why 2025 has been a year of intense shedding, and how ignoring your body’s wisdom buries your intuition. We’ll explore: Why templates and scripts eventually become cages The difference between intuition, anxiety, and projection How to read the body and field without overstepping What justice-aligned, sovereignty-first intuitive language sounds like Why so many intuitive practitioners feel “over-trained and under-trusting” If you’ve ever sensed more in session than your modality accounts for—and felt unsure how to use it ethically—this conversation is for you. 🔮 Intuitive Somatic Healer Certification  A 6-week live advanced training for experienced practitioners who want a clear, ethical method to integrate intuition, somatics, and energy work. 👉 Learn more & join the founding cohort Secure your spot here in the Intuitifve Somatic Healer Certification Program - Limited Spots  🌊 The Reset Retreat  Three oceanfront days in Lincoln City, Oregon for intuitive, empathic entrepreneurs (0–15k months) to reset your nervous system, reclaim your energy, and clarify your next chapter. Enrollment ends February 1 but VIP enrollment closes January 5.  👉 Apply here Want private support instead? Email Brenda@BrendaWinkle.com  about 1:1 work. ⏱ Episode Timestamps: Your Intuition Is the Method 00:00 — Welcome & introduction 01:16 — Who this podcast is for (intuitive, empathic, ambitious leaders) 01:40 — The core idea: your intuition is the method 02:42 — The story: how A Discovery of Witches revealed something essential 03:48 — Why Brenda was obsessed with the All Souls Trilogy 04:51 — The moment she realized the deeper reason it resonated 06:08 — Diana’s magic → Brenda’s magic: creating your own “spells” 07:27 — Why templates and frameworks only work after you make them yours 08:41 — 2025’s massive shedding, truth-telling, and unexpected upheavals 10:06 — Friendships shifting, family challenges, and deep emotional pruning 11:27 — How Bentley (your dog) became a catalyst for healing & clarity 12:42 — Lessons from the year of the Yin Wood Snake 13:40 — The painful but necessary process of cleaning up old patterns 14:54 — When your training fails you & your intuition steps in 16:13 — How intuitive knowing often appears before you can explain it 17:38 — Why intuitive practitioners often feel anxious or “unsure” 18:17 — The real reason intuition gets buried (overload, not lack) 19:34 — The #1 sign you’ve disconnected from intuition 21:12 — The ethical concern intuitive practitioners don’t talk about 22:11 — The deeper desire: to facilitate faster, deeper breakthroughs 23:19 — Why your inner voice shuts down & how your body compensates 24:27 — Projection vs intuition (and why it’s not your fault) 25:28 — How “figure it out” mode disconnects you from intuitive wisdom 27:51 — What intuitive somatic facilitation actually looks like 29:05 — Why ignoring your body’s signals leads to symptoms 30:30 — How to track breath, sensation, and subtle shifts ethically 31:33 — The sovereignty-first language that protects clients and yourself 32:44 — Why justice-aligned intuition is essential for ethical healing 34:10 — Introducing the Intuitive Somatic Healer Certification 35:32 — Who the certification is for (and who it’s not for) 36:37 — The Reset Retreat as an alternative path for full-body clarity 37:58 — Private 1:1 opportunities 38:49 — Final reflections, next week’s guest, and an invitation to share the episode 39:23 — Closing Keywords: Brenda Winkle, solo podcast, Your Yes Filled Life, energetic leadership guide, psychic medium, somatic coach, ambitious intuitive leaders, embodying intuition, personal transformation, Discovery of Witches, Deborah Harkness, unique expression, magic spells, personal story, healing journey, challenges, 2025, shedding old patterns, breaking structures, intuitive guidance, frameworks, templates, modalities, Reiki, Theta Healing, somatic coaching, breathwork, psychic mediumship, tarot reading, authenticity, ethical standards, inner guidance, spirit connections, energy reading, somatic language, projection, intuitive somatic work, body wisdom, trauma-aware communication, intuitive somatic facilitation, justice-aligned practice, Intuitive Somatic Healer Certification, advanced training, ethical energetic cleansing, Reset Retreat, nervous system resets, personalized support, client experience, transformative breakthroughs, unique magic, clarity, confidence, freedom, leadership, emotional intelligence, co-creating awareness, communication techniques, healing practices, energetic sovereignty, personal authenticity. 

There’s a moment in every healer’s evolution when your intuition starts giving you information your training never prepared you for. This episode names the gap between being a good practitioner and becoming the kind of healer who creates deeper, more precise, more transformative outcomes — and why that gap has nothing to do with adding more modalities. Inside we explore: • Why your body reads the truth before your client speaks • The signs your intuitive gifts are outgrowing your structure • How extraordinary healers work with clarity, presence, and precision • What happens when you stop second-guessing what you already know • How to choose healers who lead with intuitive integrity If you’ve been sensing more, feeling more, or receiving more intuitive information in your sessions… this episode will feel like coming home to yourself. ✨ Free Energy Audit:  https://www.brendawinkle.com/audit    00:00 — Welcome + why this episode matters 01:16 — The unspoken gap every healer experiences 02:38 — What your intuition knows before your training 04:02 — The moment your intuitive gifts outpace technique 05:23 — Why you second-guess what your body already knows 06:37 — What it feels like when the gap begins to close 07:54 — How extraordinary healers read energy with precision 09:15 — The decision point every intuitive practitioner reaches 10:30 — A message for people choosing their healers 11:26 — December energy + how to maintain your momentum Keywords: Brenda Winkle, energetic leadership guide, psychic medium, somatic coach, ambitious leaders, healers, coaches, seekers, conscious creators, spiritual entrepreneurs, skilled healer, extraordinary healer, transformative outcomes, intuition, somatic information, trust intuition, integrate intuition, healing practitioners, energy attunement, client energy, deeper breakthroughs, mind-blowing outcomes, healing modalities, certifications, intuitive knowledge, somatic awareness, energetic framework, grounded practice, ethical practice, intuitive precision, client sessions, energetic intelligence, inner knowing, practitioner evolution, safety in practice, discerning practitioners, Energy Audit, podcast subscription, rating and review, personal growth, healing journey, conscious mind, subconscious mind, energetic body, client connection, intuitive gifts, transformative healing, practitioner support.

In this episode of Your Yes Filled Life, I’m pulling back the curtain and getting very real with you. If you’ve been feeling anxious, scattered, or unsure - and maybe even wondering if there’s something wrong with you - I want you to know this: you’re likely not overwhelmed, you’re overloaded. You’re carrying energy that doesn’t belong to you, and it’s burying your intuition and your peace. I share candidly about the past two years in my business and life - the failed launches, the chronic over-giving, the hard pivots, and how I’m making different choices now. You’ll also hear what I’m changing in my work, why I’m closing Your Yes Filled Life group program, and how I’m creating spaces like The Reset Retreat for intuitive, empathic leaders who want to stop absorbing everything and start trusting themselves again. If you’ve ever been told you’re “too sensitive,” if you feel everything, or if you’ve silently wondered why things still feel so hard even when you’re “doing the work” - this one is for you. 🌟 In this episode, I talk about: Why you’re not actually overwhelmed - you’re energetically overloaded How carrying other people’s emotions and expectations buries your intuition The difference between anxiety and intuition in the body Signs you might be a highly sensitive person (and why that’s not a problem) What happens when we energetically merge with loved ones and clients Why journaling, meditating more, and “waiting for a sign” won’t give you clarity The reality of my past two years: failed launches, chronic over-giving, and hard truths How my mentors and support systems helped me re-align my offers and business Why I’m closing Your Yes Filled Life and simplifying everything Who The Reset Retreat is for (and why I designed it specifically for spiritual entrepreneurs building to $0–15k months) Why your gifts are not “too much” - they just need the right container 🔗 Links & Resources Apply for The Reset Retreat (March 2026):https://brendawinkle.com/resetretreat  Join The Spiritual Entrepreneur Collective:https://www.brendawinkle.com/membership  Get the Free Energy Audit:https://www.brendawinkle.com/audit  Psychic Clarity Sessions (1:1 readings):https://www.brendawinkle.com/claritysession OR https://calendly.com/brendawinkle/mini-reading  ⏱ Episode Timestamps (Approximate) 00:01 – Welcome and how this episode is different (no edits, full transparency) 02:40 – “Share from the scar, not the wound” and why I’m challenging that 05:10 – Overwhelmed vs overloaded: what you’re actually carrying 07:30 – How energetic overload shorts out your system and buries intuition 08:40 – Anxiety vs intuition: speed, urgency, and how each feels in the body 10:30 – Energetic merging: making decisions through someone else’s lens 11:25 – Being highly sensitive: what it actually means (and doesn’t mean) 13:50 – “Is this mine?” and how to work with emotions and physical sensations 14:50 – The Zip Up method and why you need it twice a day 16:00 – Overstimulation, protocols, and why clarity doesn’t come from thinking 19:30 – The truth about my offers, failed launches, and over-giving 22:15 – What I’ve been trying to “ignore the evidence” about 24:30 – What has worked: the program length, transformation, and structure I’m keeping 25:45 – Introducing The Reset Retreat and who it’s designed for 28:10 – How I spent September listening to entrepreneurs and what you told me 29:20 – Energy vs structure: why it isn’t “just your energy” 30:20 – Mentors, support, and ethical leadership in business 33:40 – Painting the picture: oceanfront retreat in Lincoln City 35:00 – Who The Reset Retreat is really for (0–15k/month spiritual entrepreneurs) 36:50 – Why I’m more committed than ever to this work 38:05 – Closing Your Yes Filled Life and what’s coming next 39:25 – A request for ratings/reviews and an invitation for honest feedback Keywords: Brenda Winkle, Your Yes Filled Life, energetic leadership guide, psychic medium, somatic coach, spiritual entrepreneurs, conscious creators, empathic artists, highly sensitive people, feeling overwhelmed, anxiety, intuition, emotional overload, sharing from the scar, energetic sovereignty, nervous system regulation, personal development, emotional reactivity, collective energy, self-care practices, journaling, meditation, breathwork, reiki, clarity, decision-making, energetic boundaries, zip up method, sensory input, healing process, business challenges, program launches, mentorship, Marie Forleo, Tiffany Carter, marketing strategies, neuro-linguistic programming, Reset Retreat, Lincoln City, Oregon, healing, practical strategies, community connection, intimate retreat, application process, sensitive entrepreneurs, personal growth, transformative experience, feedback, podcast ratings, yes-filled life.

This is something I’ve never done on the podcast before: I’m offering you a collective psychic and angelic reading, right here, in real time. Whether you’re listening in December, July, or three years from now, this episode is designed to find you exactly when you need it. You’ll receive intuitive guidance around completion, money, pricing your work, change, and how to work with your angels in a grounded, practical way—especially if you’re a highly sensitive or spiritual entrepreneur. Inside, I share how my psychic gifts came online, why I hid them for decades, and why I’m now fully embracing them to support empaths, leaders, and spiritual entrepreneurs like you. In this episode, I talk about: How to receive a collective reading that’s not time-bound and still perfectly aligned for you The “completion energy” of this season and why you’ve actually done more inner work than your to-do list shows The difference between angel energy and spirit guide energy—and how to invite your guardian angel in Why you’re feeling extra anxious and heavy right now (and simple energetic clearing tools, including salt rituals) Your relationship with change and how to support your nervous system as you step into your next chapter A loving call to raise your prices or shift your income so the energy exchange actually supports you What the “Blessing in Disguise” card means when it comes in reversed—and how your attachment to a specific outcome might be slowing things down Mentioned in this episode Psychic Clarity Sessions – 60-minute readings that weave psychic mediumship, intuitive coaching, and energy healing  The Spiritual Entrepreneur Collective – A premium membership for spiritual entrepreneurs and conscious creators who want pricing, boundaries, and visibility to feel lighter and more aligned Reset Retreat – March 2026, Lincoln City, Oregon – A highly curated, in-person retreat for spiritual entrepreneurs ready for their next-level offer or project Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome & why this reading found you at the perfect time 02:00 – My earliest memory of my gifts…and the moment I took them underground 04:30 – Becoming a Reiki Master, Angel Oracle Card Reader & somatic coach (and how it all weaves together) 07:15 – December energy, completion, and why your list is lying to you 09:45 – You are protected, guided, and supported (how to work with your guardian angel) 12:00 – Anxiety, heaviness, and what’s actually yours vs. what you’re carrying for others 13:45 – Salt, smudging, journaling, and self-care that actually shifts your energy 15:20 – Your relationship with change & nervous system support 16:40 – Pricing, money, and why random prices don’t work (especially for healers and helpers) 19:15 – Energy exchange, resentment, and why giving away too much can block true receiving 20:30 – “Blessing in Disguise” reversed: letting go of rigid expectations 21:30 – How to go deeper with me: Spiritual Entrepreneur Collective & Reset Retreat     Keywords: Brenda Winkle, Your Yes Filled Life, intuitive psychic guidance, angels, oracle cards, personal journey, intuitive gifts, Reiki, angel oracle card reading, theta healing, breathwork, somatic coaching, collective energy, self-care, trusting guidance, spirit guides, managing anxiety, change, valuing oneself, pricing, compensation, healing work, energetic exchanges, social media, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, quick readings, psychic clarity sessions, Spiritual Entrepreneur Collective, spiritual entrepreneurs, conscious creators, leadership, completion, self-worth, numerology, astrology, personal growth, energy clearing, salt baths, smudging, journaling, nervous system work, EFT tapping, energy exchange, spiritual work, core services, blessings, expectations, transformation, Reset Retreat, energy healing, live coaching, nature connection, creative energy, Lincoln City, Oregon coast, tidal pools, community support, ongoing support, accountability, personal development, spiritual growth, abundance.

This episode is your grounding anchor for one of the most emotionally loud seasons of the year. If you’re intuitive, empathic, spiritually gifted, or energy-sensitive, the holidays hit differently — not because you’re doing anything wrong, but because your nervous system remembers everything. Inside this episode, I’ll walk you through: ✨ why the holidays activate old patterns and memories ✨ how to tell the difference between anxiety and intuition ✨ simple, somatic tools to stay energetically clear ✨ how to regulate when everyone around you is overwhelmed ✨ why you need more spaciousness than ever ✨ the #1 mistake spiritually gifted people make during the holidays ✨ and why your intuition gets stronger in community Plus — I’ll share why this season might be calling you into deeper boundaries, greater self-trust, and the next version of your intuitive leadership. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, unclear, or “not like yourself,” this episode will help you return to a grounded, confident, intuitive version of you — no matter what chaos is happening around you. Mentioned in this episode: – The Spiritual Entrepreneur Collective: https://www.brendawinkle.com/membership  – The Reset Retreat  - https://www.brendawinkle.com/resetretreat  – Free Energy Audit: https://www.brendawinkle.com/audit  Subscribe and save this episode — you’ll want to come back to these tools all season long. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00–01:16 — Welcome + What This Space Is About Identity setting, intuitive leadership, clarity, confidence, embodied vision. 01:16–02:43 — Why the Holidays Feel So Loud for Intuitives Somatic memories, the body keeping score, carrying emotional histories. 02:43–04:06 — Why You May Already Feel Activated Collective nervous system activation + the somatic “holiday buildup.” 04:06–05:22 — Holiday Fear, Humor, and Nervous System Truths The Peanuts theme in a minor key + 2025’s emotional intensity. 05:22–06:37 — Why You Feel More Than Others Empathic amplification, spiritual sensitivity, and nervous system overload. 06:37–07:40 — You’re Not Doing Anything Wrong You’re not regressing; you’re remembering. Your intuition is not gone. 07:40–08:44 — 2025 Astrology + Emotional Weather Forecast New Moon + Mercury Retrograde → emotional spikes, money fear voice. 08:44–09:45 — Intuition vs. Inner Critic vs. Instinct Whispers, ego chatter, instinctive safety responses. 09:45–12:02 — How Intuition Shows Up in Your Body Nudges, cravings for stillness, emotional waves, physical cues. 12:02–13:16 — Guided Mini-Practice: Ask Your Body What You Need “What do I need to stay clear today?” 13:16–14:27 — Spaciousness Is Required for Intuitive Accuracy Why quiet matters for psychic/energetic clarity. 14:27–15:44 — The Integration Time You’re Skipping Why your system needs processing time between inputs. 15:44–17:59 — The Media You Consume Affects Your Nervous System Why thrillers + medical dramas dysregulate spiritual nervous systems. 17:59–19:13 — Support for the Season + Podcast Roadmap Saving the episode + upcoming intuitive holiday guides. 19:13–20:21 — One-Minute Reset #1: The Zip-Up Method A fast somatic tool for energetic sovereignty. 20:21–21:35 — Reset #1 Continued + Daily Ritualization Why to treat energetic hygiene like brushing your teeth. 21:35–22:32 — One-Minute Reset #2: Choose Who You Want to Be Intentional energetic identity. 22:32–24:54 — Micro-Boundaries That Change Everything Small ways to create space and self-permission. 24:54–27:04 — Holiday Boundaries in Action Leaving conversations, excusing yourself, honoring capacity. 27:04–29:12 — The Trap of Carrying Others’ Problems Why emotional dumping isn’t service — and how to stop. 29:12–31:42 — Energy Allocation, Professional vs. Personal Support Why your gifts deserve boundaries, structure, and compensation. 31:42–32:51 — One-Minute Reset #3: Regulate Through Sensation Finger taps, grounding through heels, somatic presence tools. 32:51–34:58 — Returning to the Body When You Dissociate Practical grounding cues and breath work. 34:58–37:04 — Creating the Pause + Letting Intuition Forward Silence, space, and the intuition in stillness. 37:04–40:34 — Intuition Gets Stronger in Community Mirroring, timeline collapse, co-regulation, and belonging. 40:34–41:46 — Why I Created The Spiritual Entrepreneur Collective™ Clear, intuitive, regulated community for spiritually gifted leaders. 41:46–42:59 — When You Need a Full Reset Introducing The Reset Retreat as an intuitive pivot point. 42:59–45:01 — The Name Change Story + Mediumship Wink Entrepreneur misspelling, your father’s presence, emotional clarity. 45:01–48:13 — Grounding Practice to Close Your Energy Breath, touch, somatic anchoring, intuitive return. 48:13–50:49 — Closing, Review Request, and Holiday Wishes Final grounding, request for ratings + reviews, support for 2026. Keywords: Brenda Winkle, energetic leadership guide, psychic medium, somatic coach, intuitive spiritual entrepreneurs, conscious creators, educators, healers, mystics, holiday season, emotional challenges, energetic challenges, intuition, empathic individuals, emotional activation, trauma-informed practices, energetic clarity, emotional balance, deep memories, somatic experiences, nervous system, conflict-driven media, self-care, boundaries, micro boundaries, community, connection, clarity, Spiritual Entrepreneur Collective, grounding practices, emotional regulation, somatic tools, breathwork, reset retreat, collective energy, Mercury retrograde, new moon, spiritual gifts, emotional intelligence, nervous system health, self-validation, personal growth, healing, integration time, media consumption, sensory input, emotional burdens, self-reflection, intuitive practices, supportive content, energetic sovereignty, holiday overwhelm, self-compassion, intuitive guidance.

This episode is for you if life feels loud, busy, or emotionally intense—whether it's the holidays, Mercury Retrograde, or just “a lot all at once.” I’m talking about how to access and trust your intuition when your nervous system is activated and your energetic boundaries feel thin. Instead of spiraling into self-doubt, imposter syndrome, or “maybe I should just quit,” I’ll help you reconnect to the inner knowing that’s always been there. You’ll be guided through a simple grounding practice, learn why your intuition can feel harder to hear in chaotic seasons, and discover one of the most common intuitive gifts (that you probably already have): claircognizance—clear knowing. You’ll walk away with practical tools you can use right away, including a tiny pause practice, a hydration ritual for energetic protection, and a fresh way to understand your intuitive language. In this episode, I share: Why intense seasons (like the holidays + Mercury Retrograde) can activate old patterns, people-pleasing, and self-doubt How nervous system activation turns up the volume on everything except your intuition A guided grounding + breath practice you can use anytime things feel loud What claircognizance is—and how to recognize your own “I just know” moments A simple pause-and-check-in practice to hear what feels true for you How hydration impacts your energetic boundaries (grape vs. raisin metaphor) Why water helps you receive intuitive information more clearly How family dynamics and old roles get triggered around the holidays—and what to do about it An invitation into Improve Your Intuition in 6 Weeks, my high-touch intuitive development container Links & Resources 🔍 Free Energy Audit – Track what’s fueling you and what’s draining you so you can lead with more clarity and impact:👉 brendawinkle.com/audit 🌟 Improve Your Intuition in 6 Weeks (Application Only) – A high-touch, live intuitive development container to help you activate and trust your clairvoyance, clairaudience, clairsentience, and claircognizance with clarity and safety:👉 Apply Here   Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome & show intro: who I am and what we do on Your Yes Filled Life 01:16 – Why this episode matters now: holidays, Mercury Retrograde & heightened intensity 02:27 – When things get loud: spirals of self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and talking yourself out of your path 03:33 – Your intuition in chaotic seasons: why it feels harder to access (but never actually disappears) 04:46 – Holidays, old wounds, and emotional overwhelm for empaths and intuitives 06:12 – Guided grounding practice: jaw release, shoulder rolls, and anti-anxiety breath (inhale 4, exhale 6) 07:39 – Heart + belly “heart hug” and asking: “What is my intuition trying to tell me today?” 09:12 – The most common intuitive sense: claircognizance (clear knowing) and the six “clairs” 10:26 – A simple intuitive practice: inserting a pause and asking “What feels true for me right now?” 11:47 – How clear knowing shows up in daily life (and how we override it) 13:05 – Why the holidays amplify doubt: family dynamics, lost routines, and what you really need 14:11 – Hydration, energy, and protection: the grape vs. raisin metaphor 15:31 – Dehydration as an energetic “warning light” and how to stay consistently hydrated 16:35 – Water as a conductor: why hydration helps you channel and receive intuitive information 17:36 – Feeling 13 again at the holiday table: parts work, agency, and not letting old roles run the show 18:41 – Invitation: Improve Your Intuition in 6 Weeks—who it’s for and what it includes 21:01 – Closing encouragement, next steps, and request to share this episode Keywords: Brenda Winkle, leadership guide, psychic medium, intuitive, somatic coach, holiday season, Mercury retrograde, November 2025, ambitious leaders, intuitive individuals, intuition, self-doubt, imposter syndrome, energetic overwhelm, grounding exercises, hydration, energetic clarity, claircognizance, heart hug, nervous system, emotional energy, family dynamics, grace, compassion, deep breathing, pause technique, authentic intuition, energetic boundaries, hydration importance, kidney health, personal power, intuitive skill, intuitive development, Improve Your Intuition program, clairvoyance, clairaudience, clairsentience, second-guessing intuition, clearer intuitive messages, breathwork, somatic releasing, journaling, uplifting practices, navigate intensity, grace and confidence.

High-achieving, intuitive leaders don’t lack drive—they lack safety to let things be easy. In this episode, Brenda unpacks why ease can feel unsafe in a nervous system wired for hustle, how to recognize fight/flight/freeze/fawn in real time, and simple practices to reconnect with your intuition and spiritual team (guides, angels, ancestors). You’ll learn how to retrain your body so ease becomes your baseline—and why that makes you clearer, calmer, and more magnetic in leadership, business, and life. Resources & Links Download the free Energy Audit: https://www.brendawinkle.com/audit  Join The Regulated Entrepreneur (monthly breathwork, coaching, community): https://www.brendawinkle.com/regulatedentrepreneur  Apply for The Clarity Retreat (in-person + virtual option): https://www.brendawinkle.com/resetretreat   Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@youryesfilledlife   Timestamps 00:00 Welcome + what this show is about (energetic leadership, intuition, embodiment) 01:16 Today’s big idea: ease as a strategy—not a reward you “earn” later 02:34 The “I’ll rest when…” loop and why it keeps you in burnout cycles 03:38 Why your body equates hard work with worth (cultural + personal conditioning) 05:05 Interviews insight: achievers chase the gold star; ease feels unsafe 06:37 Overwork, collapse, and the “chaos = control” pattern 07:46 When slowing down triggers panic—safety vs. productivity 08:52 Personal story: Fisher, your mom, and the generational hustle imprint 13:58 Shadow of high achievement: hustling for worth + visibility fears 16:06 “If I stop, I’ll lose everything” — naming the core fear 18:01 Kitchen moment of truth: working hard to feel safe, not fulfilled 19:21 Part 2: Spotting nervous-system activation (fight/flight/freeze/fawn) 20:34 What happens in the body (vagus nerve, rest/repair vs. survival) 21:51 Fight = urgency; Flight = over-research; Freeze = fog; Fawn = over-yes 22:50 First-aid for activation: pause, name it, touch point, long exhale 24:59 Breath pattern (2-1-8) to reduce anxiety + calm the system 26:21 Why you can’t hear intuition/guides when stressed—and how to reconnect 26:57 Working with your Team of Light (guides/angels/ancestors): your daily practice 27:31 Your morning ritual: meditation + “highest truth and compassion” prayer 29:42 Following nudges vs. calendar; neutrality as the signal of true guidance 34:06 Intuition litmus: guidance feels calm/neutral; urgency = mind/ego 36:36 Client story: saying no to misaligned speaking gigs → ease + income 39:04 Stop comparing your Chapter 3 to someone else’s Chapter 20 40:13 No fantasy marketing: skill-building takes time (and gets to be easier) 41:27 Beware NLP-style hype; sustainable growth over instant fixes 43:53 Micro-prompt: “What if this could be so easy—what would I do?” 45:03 Ease ≠ lazy; regulated presence = magnetism 46:12 Somatic affirmation: “It gets to be easy. I am safe in ease.” 47:24 Invitations + next steps (membership + retreat)   Keywords: nervous system regulation, leadership, intuition, somatic coaching, spiritual guides, breathwork for anxiety, ease over hustle, high-achieving women, empath leaders, business clarity

Your space is talking to you—make sure it has nice things to say. In this episode, Brenda sits down with feng shui expert Moni Castaneda to explore simple, grounded ways to invite abundance and love into your life—starting with your bedroom and front entry. You’ll learn why clutter is “decisions delayed,” how making one-third space in closets and nightstands creates room for partnership, and the exact tweaks that boost self-worth, passion, and money flow (think: two nightstands, warm textures, and an elegant entry). Brenda shares the immediate shifts she felt after swapping her white bedspread for pink velvet, tucking away weights, and clearing business books from the nightstand. If you’ve been craving more ease, intimacy, and prosperity, this one’s a must-listen. Guest:Moni Castaneda is a Feng Shui Consultant, Speaker, and Author, who has devoted over two decades to the study and practice of Feng Shui. Moni blends her knowledge of Western Architecture with Eastern Feng Shui to help clients turn their current homes into dream homes that support them in every area of their lives. The result of working with Moni is a life you love in a home that makes you proud. (links below)  Resources & Links from the episode: Moni’s freebie: 5 Primary Bedroom Mistakes  Moni’s site & community https://ninestepstofengshui.com/links/  Download Brenda’s Energy Audit: brendawinkle.com/audit Join the Retreat:  https://www.brendawinkle.com/clarityretreat  The Regulated Entrepreneur (membership): [link]   Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome + why your space amplifies your energy 04:16 What feng shui really is (and isn’t) 09:50 Clutter = decisions delayed (+ how to decide fast) 18:30 Calling in love: two nightstands, 1/3 empty space, warm colors 27:24 What not to keep in the bedroom (work, weights, spiritual icons) 38:22 Abundance via self-worth: luxury textures, better sheets, elegant entry 44:04 Your home as a 3D vision board 49:33 Brenda’s quick wins (pink velvet, cleared surfaces) + next steps More ways to connect with Moni https://ninestepstofengshui.com/links/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monica.p.castaneda  https://www.facebook.com/fengshuiforus  https://www.facebook.com/groups/fengshuiforusgroup/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fengshuiforus/  TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@fengshuiforus  Pinterest:https://www.pinterest.com/fengshuiforus/  YouTube:http://www.youtube.com/c/MoniCastaneda  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/fengshuiforus/    Keywords: Brenda Winkle, energetic leadership guide, psychic medium, somatic coach, intuitive leaders, clarity blocks, energy leak, energetic sovereignty, empaths, highly sensitive people, productivity trap, inspired action, self-doubt, decision-making, nervous system, clarity, emotional baggage, intention, self-care, meaningful progress, busywork, pause, recalibrate, alignment, Unworthiness Loop, external permission, readiness, fear of failure, action, somatic exercise, clarity workshop, The Regulated Entrepreneur, community support, nervous system regulation, breathwork, group coaching, immersive retreat, intuition, magnetic wisdom, personal growth, coaching style, podcast experience, listener engagement, SEO keywords.

High-achieving, intuitive leaders don’t lack drive—they lack clarity they can trust. In this episode, Brenda breaks down the three clarity blocks (energy leaks, the productivity trap, and the unworthiness loop) and gives simple embodied tools to separate other people’s energy from your own, stop mistaking motion for progress, and move with confident, aligned action. You’ll hear real client stories, a nervous-system reset you can do in minutes, and a gentle nudge to act on what you already know. Links & Resources Clarity Workshop (On-Demand, $25): https://www.brendawinkle.com/clarity   Get the 90-minute replay + workbook to clear energy leaks, regulate, and move into aligned action. The Regulated Entrepreneur (Membership): https://www.brendawinkle.com/regulatedentrepreneur  Monthly regulation sessions, intuitive strategy, and grounded community to stay clear between launches. The Clarity Retreat (Mar 3–5, 2026 — Lincoln City, OR): https://www.brendawinkle.com/clarityretreat   Where purpose meets intuition—and clarity becomes action. VIP includes a free year of The Regulated Entrepreneur. Free Energy Audit: https://www.brendawinkle.com/audit  Track what fuels vs. drains you so you can lead with clarity and impact.     Timestamps 00:00 – 01:15 | Welcome + context Brenda frames the episode: clarity doesn’t come from pushing— it comes from slowing down, tending your nervous system, and acting on what you already know. 01:16 – 02:35 | What this is not A reality check on “fantasy marketing.” You can be successful even when you’re stressed; regulation and energy work help—but action still matters. 02:36 – 04:45 | Action creates clarity Why waiting for perfect energy or zero fear keeps you stuck. The expectation for this episode: listen, then take one aligned action. 04:46 – 05:57 | Invitation: Clarity Workshop (On-Demand) Access the 90-minute training + workbook any time for $25. 05:58 – 10:03 | Clarity Block #1 — The Energy Leak How absorbing others’ emotions/opinions quietly derails your decisions. Empathy vs. intuition, and what brain research suggests about sensitivity. Client story: changing offers after every outside opinion. 10:04 – 14:29 | Sovereignty reset (mini-practice) A simple boundary calibration you can do daily: “What’s yours is yours; what’s mine is mine…” Why your clarity voice is quiet—and how to hear it. 14:30 – 18:03 | Clarity Block #2 — The Productivity Trap Motion ≠ progress. How fight/flight makes busyness feel “safe.” Real examples (dusting the product, endless Canva tweaks) and what to do instead. 18:04 – 22:44 | The Pause that accelerates results A 30–90 second pause before posting, emailing, or reaching out: “Why am I sharing this? What do I want someone to do?” Tie effort to outcomes. 22:45 – 26:31 | Clarity Block #3 — The Unworthiness Loop Waiting for permission/certifications/readiness. Client story: sitting on a program for 18 months. “Readiness is an internal decision.” 26:32 – 27:52 | Micro-integration Breath cue + self-inquiry: “What clarity do I already have that I’m pretending I don’t?” 27:53 – 30:05 | Your next right step How action reinforces intuition. Brenda’s full framework path: Workshop → Membership → Retreat. 30:06 – 31:07 | Close + review ask Share, rate, review; pitch topics you want Brenda to cover next. Keywords: Brenda Winkle, solo podcast, energetic leadership guide, psychic medium, somatic coach, intuitive leaders, clarity blocks, energy leak, energetic sovereignty, empaths, highly sensitive people, productivity trap, inspired action, self-doubt, decision-making, nervous system, clarity, emotional baggage, intention, self-care, meaningful progress, busywork, pause, recalibrate, alignment, Unworthiness Loop, external permission, readiness, fear of failure, action, somatic exercise, clarity workshop, The Regulated Entrepreneur, community support, nervous system regulation, breathwork, group coaching, immersive retreat, intuition, magnetic wisdom, personal growth, coaching style

When you slow down, you lead better. In this week’s episode of Your Yes Filled Life, Brenda shares how to build a rhythm of leadership rooted in ease, clarity, and nervous system regulation—so you can stop overdoing and start leading from presence. If you’ve ever felt pressure to move faster, say yes too often, or hold everyone else’s emotions, this episode will help you understand why your nervous system resists slowing down and how to create safety around the pause. You’ll learn: How “fight mode” disguises itself as productivity Why constant motion is your nervous system’s way of feeling safe What to do when your empathy makes you overwork A 3-step practice to pause without losing momentum How to regulate your energy before you decide, speak, or lead Because real power isn’t in pushing—it’s in the pause. Join the Clarity Workshop Learn how to regulate your nervous system, stop overthinking, and find clean, calm clarity in every decision. 🎟 $25, live November 6 and replay available after→ www.brendawinkle.com/clarity    Apply for The Clarity Retreat Know your purpose. Trust your intuition. Create impact with alignment. 📍 March 3–5, 2026 | Lincoln City, Oregon → https://www.brendawinkle.com/clarityretreat  Explore The Regulated Entrepreneur A membership for intuitive leaders who want sustainable success built from nervous system regulation, grounded strategy, and deep community. → www.brendawinkle.com/regulatedentrepreneur  Download your Free Energy Audit The exact tool Brenda uses to track what’s fueling her and what’s draining her. → www.brendawinkle.com/audit 🕰️ Episode Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome + episode overview 01:15 – What “building from ease” really means 02:35 – How over-functioning masks fear of being unsafe 05:10 – The empathic leader’s trap: staying busy to avoid discomfort 07:30 – A personal story: working 10+ classes a day while building a business 10:00 – Why nervous system safety—not hustle—is the foundation of success 12:45 – How to use micro-pauses to make grounded decisions 17:00 – Creating internal spaciousness when external life feels full 21:00 – The power of saying, “Let me pause before I respond” 25:00 – How pause builds trust—in yourself, your team, and your intuition 28:00 – Closing reflections + next aligned steps Keywords: Brenda Winkle, Your Yes Filled Life, leadership guide, psychic medium, somatic coach, ambitious leaders, spiritual entrepreneurs, intuitive leaders, wellness professionals, coaches, healers, educators, power of pausing, transformative leadership, sustainable leadership, clarity, stress response, fight response, empaths, highly sensitive individuals, overworking, stress, trust intuition, embody vision, lead with clarity, freedom, personal growth, self-care, emotional intelligence, heightened sensitivity, energy audit tool, leadership practice, presence, burnout, mental well-being, authentic self, lasting impact, compassionate leadership, clarity and ease.  

 In this episode of Your Yes Filled Life, Energetic Leadership Guide and Psychic Medium Brenda Winkle shares how to feel safe being seen through nervous system regulation, breathwork, and energetic boundaries. Learn simple, somatic tools to build safety in visibility, regulate before sharing your truth, and reconnect to your clarity. Perfect for intuitive entrepreneurs, creatives, and leaders ready to stop hiding and show up as their full selves.   🔗 Resources & Links Join the Clarity Workshop – November 6, 2025 → brendawinkle.com/clarity  Free Clarity Guide - https://www.brendawinkle.com/clarityguide  🌊 Apply for The Clarity Retreat (March 3–5, 2026) → brendawinkle.com/clarityretreat  🌀 Learn more about The Regulated Entrepreneur → brendawinkle.com/regulatedentrepreneur  💛 Download your free Energy Audit → brendawinkle.com/audit  🕰️ Episode Highlights 00:01 — Welcome & Intention Brenda opens the episode with an introduction to the theme: visibility as a nervous system experience, not just a mindset one. 02:00 — Why Visibility Feels Dangerous Understand how your nervous system protects you from perceived threats like judgment, rejection, or misunderstanding — and how that can look like procrastination, brain fog, or self-sabotage. 05:15 — The Friendship Boundary Story Brenda shares a vulnerable personal story about a boundary she set when someone asked for free emotional labor under the name of friendship — and how a regulated nervous system made that possible. 11:45 — How Overgiving Masks Dysregulation Learn why offering your gifts without energetic reciprocity drains your system and blocks genuine connection — and how to shift from overgiving to integrity. 14:00 — Hiding as a Nervous System Response Reframe hiding as body wisdom — your nervous system trying to protect you — and discover how to gently rewire that pattern with compassion. 15:25 — Breathwork for Clearing Energy Brenda guides you through a live breathing and grounding exercise to clear energetic residue, reclaim your own energy, and reset your system. 17:50 — Building Safety Around Visibility Experience a somatic affirmation practice — “I’m safe to be seen. I belong here.” — paired with gentle collarbone tapping to bring the vagus nerve online. 19:40 — Visibility as Service Discover why being fully expressed is one of the highest forms of service and how your authenticity becomes a mirror for others’ healing. 21:00 — The Truth About Clarity Brenda explains why confusion is often a nervous system response — and how regulation restores access to your intuition and inner knowing. 22:45 — How to Practice Being Safely Seen Small, embodied actions to retrain your system that visibility is safe — whether it’s posting something real, speaking a truth, or setting a boundary. 25:45 — The Ripple Effect of Regulation How nervous system safety makes decisions, creativity, and relationships more aligned — and how practice builds resilience. 26:50 — Ways to Deepen This Work 🌿 The Clarity Workshop — Live November 6 ($25 with replay). Learn to regulate before visibility moments so your message comes through clearly and calmly. 🌊 The Clarity Retreat — March 3–5, 2026 in Lincoln City, Oregon. Applications now open for an oceanfront immersion in purpose, intuition, and alignment. 🌀 The Regulated Entrepreneur — A new membership for intuitive leaders who want to grow sustainably from nervous system regulation, grounded strategy, and community. 29:50 — Closing Reflection Visibility isn’t about pushing harder. It’s about breathing, regulating, and trusting that you belong. Keywords: Brenda Winkle, leadership guide, psychic medium, somatic coach, intuitive leaders, creatives, freelancers, coaches, healers, wellness professionals, safety of being seen, nervous system responses, visibility challenges, authentic self-expression, self-sabotage, setting boundaries, emotional support, nervous system regulation, energetic clearing, grounding practices, embodied exercises, visibility hangover, Internal Family Systems, somatic coaching, compassionate inner dialogue, clarity, personal storytelling, visibility safety, breathing exercises, tapping, Clarity Workshop, Clarity Retreat, Regulated Entrepreneur membership, nervous system safety, authentic visibility, collective healing, energetic fields, grounding energy, self-promotion, sharing gifts, personal story, reciprocity, healing practices, community support, sustainable growth, magnetic presence, inner wisdom, ongoing practice, trust and embody gifts.

What if being fully seen wasn’t dangerous — it was your liberation? In this episode of Your Yes Filled Life, Brenda shares what happens when you stop performing and start allowing your authentic self to be visible in your life, work, and leadership. You’ll explore why hiding is often a nervous system response, how to create safety in your body for authentic expression, and the unexpected freedom that comes when you stop diluting your magic. Whether you’re a creative, educator, entrepreneur, or executive, this episode will help you move from performance to presence and uncover the clarity that’s been waiting underneath the surface. ✨ Join the Clarity Workshop – a 90-minute live activation for ambitious leaders ready to stop hiding and start leading from truth. 🎟️ Just $25 | November 6 | https://www.brendawinkle.com/clarity  Download the free Clarity Guide here: https://www.brendawinkle.com/clarityguide  Download the Energy Audit: https://www.brendawinkle.com/audit  🕰️ Episode Highlights + Time Stamps [00:01:16] – Welcome and Topic Introduction Brenda opens the episode by naming the subtle ways leaders hide — not by disappearing, but by filtering emotions, diluting expression, or performing “what’s acceptable.” [00:03:46] – Performance vs. True Visibility Brenda shares her background in performing arts and explains the difference between being visible on stage and being visible in life. [00:05:14] – How Fear of Judgment Creates Hiding Patterns Learn how fear of being “too much” or “too emotional” leads to self-censorship — and how authenticity actually increases connection and magnetism. [00:07:38] – The Subtle Ways We Mask Ourselves at Work From “professionalism” to perfectionism, Brenda explores how playing roles keeps us safe but small. [00:08:46] – The Moment Everything Changed A personal story of realizing she’d been compartmentalizing her gifts — musician, Reiki master, intuitive — and how integration became liberation. [00:12:14] – The Magic of Showing Up Fully When you stop hiding, your work, relationships, and opportunities start to align naturally. Brenda shares what began to shift in her life and business when she dropped the performance. [00:13:21] – Facing the Fear of Abandonment What happens when people fall away as you grow — and why that’s often a sign of alignment, not loss. [00:14:22] – Everyday Signs You’re Still Hiding Brenda names the subtle, everyday ways hiding shows up: overexplaining, waiting to feel ready, avoiding emotion — and how these are nervous system strategies, not failures. [00:15:54] – Feeling Safe Enough to Be Seen Discover how visibility wounds form early and why emotional regulation is the key to authentic leadership. [00:18:49] – The 90-Second Rule for Feeling Emotions Brenda shares research-backed insight: emotions move through the body in 90 seconds if we allow them to — and how this simple truth changes everything. [00:21:08] – 5-Minute Practice: Breath and Reflection for Clarity A practical exercise to reconnect to your body’s wisdom, release emotional buildup, and create space for your truth to emerge. [00:26:45] – How Clarity Creates Magnetic Leadership Why your nervous system needs safety before visibility — and how full expression turns your presence into your most powerful marketing. [00:27:55] – Invitation to the Clarity Workshop Brenda shares details of her upcoming $25 live event, The Clarity Workshop, where leaders learn to stop hiding and lead from their authentic power. [00:29:05] – Final Reflection: You Already Are the Person You’re Becoming Your clarity isn’t something you have to find — it’s already within you. When you stop hiding, you uncover what’s always been true: you’re safe, powerful, and ready to be seen.  Keywords: Brenda Winkle, solo podcast, leadership guide, psychic medium, somatic coach, clarity coach, intuitive guide, trauma-informed breathwork, ambitious leaders, authentic self, hiding, visibility, emotional expression, performing roles, personal journey, performing arts, manifesting generator, Human Design, emotional release, breathwork practice, nervous system regulation, clarity, self-acceptance, transformation, energetic sovereignty, Your Yes Filled Life, Clarity Workshop, free clarity guide, emotional freedom, self-trust, reflection, journaling, intuitive gifts, fear of judgment, relationships, self-expression, creativity, authenticity, healing, community, music, embodiment, personal growth, self-discovery, empowerment, coaching, emotional intelligence, mindfulness, self-awareness, personal development.  

In this episode, I break down one of my favorite frameworks for intuitive clarity and show you how to tell whether a loud inner voice is true intuition, your brilliant intellect, or just fear wearing a logic costume. You’ll learn my 5-minute Clarity Reset, a gentle body-based check to cut through swirl, plus real client and personal stories that make this instantly usable in your day. What you’ll learn: The Intuitive Knowing Map: structure, movement, perceiving—and how to find your primary access point How fear masquerades as “logic” when your nervous system is activated A 5-minute Clarity Reset (exact prompts included) Body signals of expansion vs. contraction to guide decisions Why indecision is a decision—and how to set a compassionate deadline Timestamps: 0:00 Welcome & mission 2:28 Fall energy + release as a teacher 3:40 Intellect vs. intuition vs. fear (how to tell) 6:16 Maps of intuition (the “Six Clairs,” empath tracks, and more) 7:29 The Intuitive Knowing Map (structure, movement, perceiving) 11:20 Body cues: tightness vs. ease (real collaboration story) 17:29 When fear gets loud: the role of your nervous system 24:39 The Clarity Reset (3 questions to ask) 31:57 Client story: simplify to amplify (results) 33:10 The hidden cost of indecision 34:28 Clarity comes from engagement (action) 35:42 Invitation: Clarity Workshop (+ early-bird details) Resources mentioned: Free Energy Audit: brendawinkle.com/audit Free Clarity Guide: brendawinkle.com/clarityguide Clarity Workshop (live, 90 minutes): brendawinkle.com/clarity $25 whether you come live or grab the replay Rate & review: If this helped you discern your next step, please leave a rating and a quick review—it truly helps the show reach more heart-led leaders. Keywords: Brenda Winkle, energetic leadership guide, psychic medium, somatic coach, ambitious leaders, intuition, embody vision, lead with clarity, energy audit, heart-centered entrepreneurs, discernment, intellect, fear, leadership, entrepreneurship, clarity and confidence, income and impact, personal stories, intuitive knowing, six clairs, empathic abilities, telepathy, mediumship, psychic downloads, structure, movement, perceiving, somatic awareness, Clarity Reset, decision-making, nervous system, stress response, visibility, vulnerability, creative expression, client story, indecision, engagement, clarity workshop, Clarity Retreat, sustainable growth, inner knowing, one-on-one coaching, application process, five-star rating, podcast review, empowerment, leadership journey, entrepreneurial journey.

 How to know what you really want: Feeling “swirly” or pulled in ten directions? In this episode, I share a 5-minute clarity check-in, the real financial cost of staying unclear, and how to choose your next aligned step without waiting for certainty. You’ll learn The 4-step, 5-minute Clarity Check-In (breath → “What am I pretending not to know?” → “What would feel like relief?” → feel it in your body) Why clarity ≠ certainty (and how waiting for certainty delays revenue) A joy/energy reframe: honoring your natural rhythm boosts clarity and results The link between boundaries, clarity, and clean income A simple filter: “Who am I willing to disappoint?” (hint: not yourself) Free resource Grab my free Spiritual Entrepreneur’s Clarity Guide (5-minute check-in + 10 steps to clarity + 10-point mentor checklist). 👉 Download the Clarity Guide https://www.brendawinkle.com/clarityguide  Go deeper (live workshop) Join Finding Your Clarity as a Spiritual Entrepreneur — a focused 90-minute activation to clear noise, strengthen intuition, and leave with a personalized clarity statement. 🗓 Thursday, Nov 6, 2025 • 12–1:30 pm PT • Live on Zoom 🎟 Early Bird $25 (through Oct 15) • Regular $50 • Replay-only $99 👉 Save your seat: https://www.brendawinkle.com/clarity  Mentioned Energy Audit (free): https://www.brendawinkle.com/audit    P.S. If this episode helped, please tap ★★★★★ and leave a short review on Apple Podcasts — it helps more spiritual entrepreneurs find this work.  Keywords: Brenda Winkle, energetic leadership guide, psychic medium, somatic coach, spiritual entrepreneurs, clarity, intuition, leadership, business success, self-inquiry, deep breathing, emotional vibration, joy, boundaries, authentic self, clarity practice, decision-making, mental noise, financial health, discernment, unique energetic rhythms, clarity guide, workshop, misalignment, people-pleasing, energetic flow, inner truth, personal growth, sustainable leadership, intuitive guidance, aligned action, client success, emotional state, spiritual growth, entrepreneurial journey, self-doubt, busy schedules, creative flow, practical tools, ongoing practice.

Have you ever said yes in the moment, only to regret it later? That’s self-abandonment—when you override your own truth to meet others’ expectations. In this episode, I share how to recognize the subtle ways self-abandonment shows up, the hidden costs to your clarity and energy, and a simple body-based reset you can use today. You’ll learn: What self-abandonment looks like in real life The body cues that signal misalignment A quick practice to pause, breathe, and choose your real yes Fall is the season of release, and this is your invitation to let go of what isn’t yours to carry—so your energy and leadership stay clear, powerful, and aligned. ✨ Download the free Energy Audit: brendawinkle.com/audit   Keywords: Brenda Winkle, energetic leadership guide, psychic medium, somatic coach, Your Yes Filled Life, self-abandonment, trust intuition, embody vision, lead with clarity, emotional intelligence, highly sensitive people, empaths, boundaries, energy sovereignty, eclipse season, fall equinox, release and renewal, decision-making, personal sovereignty, energetic clutter, emotional costs, self-care, body cues, alignment, creativity, empowerment, leadership guidance, somatic coaching, intuition, authenticity, community values, energy audit, clarity, seasonal transitions, lunar cycles, misaligned choices, personal values, support systems, emotional awareness, power dynamics, fear responses, decision-making power, self-support, vulnerability, personal growth, holistic approach.

201 Discover how stress hijacks your intuition - and the simple somatic resets that put you back in charge. Even the most capable leaders slip into stress responses without realizing it. In this solo episode, I translate nervous system theory into daily-life signals you can actually spot—and shift. We walk through fight, flight, freeze, and fawn, how each one blocks intuition, and simple somatic resets to bring your vagus nerve back online so decision-making, creativity, and presence feel clear again. You’ll hear about  The “window of tolerance” and why stress isn’t the enemy—unprocessed stress is. Everyday tells of each state: over-explaining (fight), busy-work + doom-scrolling (flight), fog + paralysis (freeze), people-pleasing and price-dropping (fawn). Fast nervous-system resets you can do anywhere (no equipment required).  Resources mentioned Free Energy Audit (track what fuels vs. drains): brendawinkle.com/audit Free breathwork + futurescaping meditation: https://www.brendawinkle.com/feelbetter  60-second Listener Survey to help shape what’s next: Linked here     If this episode served you: Leave a quick rating and 1–2 sentence review on Apple Podcasts—it truly helps heart-led leaders find this show and share it with three people you care about.    Disclaimer: This episode shares nervous system education and somatic practices. It is not medical advice. Keywords: Brenda Winkle, Your Yes Filled Life, leadership guide, psychic medium, somatic coach, nervous system, stress responses, fight, flight, freeze, fawn, window of tolerance, vagus nerve, intuition, creativity, decision-making, nervous system regulation, effective leadership, personal well-being, Polyvagal Theory, Stephen Porges, The Body Keeps the Score, Bessel van der Kolk, stress management, emotional awareness, micromanaging, procrastination, avoidance behaviors, self-compassion, grounding techniques, mindfulness, breathwork, energy regulation, survival mode, chronic stress, people-pleasing, intuition block, authentic self, stress patterns, self-awareness, compassionate leadership, resilience, heart-led leadership, empowered decisions, clarity, freedom, stress hormones, cortisol, adrenaline, serotonin, dopamine, prefrontal cortex, emotional numbness, stress signals, healing, momentum, perfectionism, boundaries, cultural conditioning, overwork, burnout.    

200. I ask a simple question: Is your routine helping you or holding you back? After my dog Bentley was attacked by an off-leash dog, my trainer Gia suggested something counterintuitive—shake up the routine. The result? More calm, more confidence, and a creative surge for both of us. In today’s episode, I share how intentional unpredictability can unlock energy, clarity, and a refreshed leadership identity. In this episode, I share: Why routines soothe the nervous system—and when they become cages instead of containers Four subtle signs your routine is quietly holding you back How one small, conscious change can ignite fresh energy, creativity, and confidence The difference between joy and the dopamine hit of achievement (and why it matters) Try this: Change one thing—time of your walk/coffee, your desk placement, or your morning practice order—and notice what your body tells you. Resource mentioned: The free Energy Audit to see what’s fueling vs. draining you so you can lead with clarity and ease. Grab it at brendawinkle.com/audit. Looking for support for you and your dog? Go give my trainer, Gia, a follow. She's on all the platforms as Thinking Canine. I'm not an afiiliate, just a loyal client. Facebook, Instagram, and she's also on TikTok. If this lands, share it with a friend and leave a quick review—thank you for helping more ambitious leaders trust their intuition and lead with freedom.

199. I made a decision that didn’t make sense on paper—but made complete sense in my body. I pressed pause on an entire podcast series I’d already recorded. In this episode, I pull back the curtain on why alignment beats appearances, how to tell the difference somatically (heaviness vs. spaciousness), and what to do when sunk costs and other people’s expectations try to override your intuition. You’ll hear the exact moment I knew to pivot, what I’m changing on the show (more potent solos; guests only when deeply aligned), and an invitation to honor the inconvenient decisions that lead to ease. Mentioned: Ellen Yin’s and Cubicle to CEO's Bloom Together Soirée; Her First $100K (Tori Dunlap); She’s So Lucky (Les Alfred); Storyboards by Melora and Melora Hardin, Lyrik Fryer (Work Play Branding), and Amy Lacey (first to market califlower pizza and SourSop) Start your own realignment with my free Energy Audit: brendawinkle.com/audit Want to go deeper? Come join us inside Your Yes Filled Life: https://www.brendawinkle.com/youryesfilledlife    🙏 If this episode resonates, share it with 3 people who’d love more embodied leadership, and leave a quick rating or review. Every share helps more intuitive leaders find this show. Keywords:  pivot, alignment, intuition, somatic leadership, energetic sovereignty, boundaries, sunk cost, women in leadership, nervous system, energetic clarity, Brenda Winkle, Your Yes Filled Life    

199 Midlife can feel messy—hormonal shifts, brain fog, and exhaustion can leave you wondering, “Is this it?” But it’s also a powerful turning point. In this episode, I sit down with Polly Warren, breathwork and nervous system coach and host of the Menomorphosis podcast. We talk about reframing perimenopause and menopause as opportunities to step into your best self. Polly shares her journey from constant busyness and burnout to discovering nervous system regulation, sustainable movement, and nourishment that actually supports her body. We also connect the dots between stress, hormones, and purpose—and why this stage of life can unlock creativity and clarity you’ve never experienced before. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, dismissed, or out of alignment in midlife, this episode will help you see the possibility of thriving in your next chapter. Watch here: https://youtu.be/3yOwEqAEurU  Links & Resources Free Energy Audit → brendawinkle.com/audit  Enroll in Your Yes Filled Life → brendawinkle.com/youryesfilledlife  Free Workshop: Embodied Clarity (Sept 9, 2025 @ 5pm PT) →  https://www.brendawinkle.com/clarity  Polly’s Free Breath Checkup + links → https://www.pollywarren.com/breathcheckup  Connect with Polly: Instagram: @pollywarrencoaching LinkedIn: Polly Warren Facebook: @pollywarrencoaching   Keywords: Your Yes Filled Life, Brenda Winkle, intuitive leadership coach, somatic guide, high performers, high achievers, freedom, ease, joy, energy, Polly Warren, breathwork coach, nervous system coach, menopause, midlife transformation, perimenopause, hormonal shifts, mental changes, physical changes, self-care, nutrition, stress management, nervous system regulation, empowerment, awareness, emotional well-being, cognitive function, anxiety, depression, personal journeys, lifestyle, health conditions, nutrient-dense diet, blood sugar balance, resistance training, bone density, muscle mass, chronic stress, midlife opportunities, transformation, authentic living, creative energy, new passions, self-care practices, nervous system health, coping mechanisms, burnout, purpose, life alignment, energy management, trauma-informed practices, embodied clarity, community inclusivity, podcast growth, audience engagement, empowerment, fulfillment,  workshop, emotional health, physical well-being, presence, joy.

198. Your work isn’t “cute”—it’s transformational. In this episode, I share how raising your standards changes everything: your business, your relationships, and your energy. Learn the difference between standards and expectations, why nervous system work makes change sustainable, and how to upgrade your life with confidence. Start Here: Free Energy Audit Before you listen, grab my free 10-minute Energy Audit. It shows you exactly what’s fueling you and what’s draining you—so you can make confident choices that align with your energy. 👉 brendawinkle.com/audit  Episode Overview Sometimes people treat your healing work—or even your leadership—as something “cute,” a one-off spa-day vibe, or optional. The truth? Your work is transformational. The shift happens when you raise your standards. In this episode, I share personal stories (yes, even about coffee and peanut butter!) to show how raising standards changes everything—from your business, to your relationships, to your own sense of ease. This isn’t about being perfect or bougie (though I own that too). It’s about choosing what actually supports you—so you can lead with freedom, clarity, and joy. What You’ll Learn The difference between standards (what you set for yourself) and expectations (what you place on others) Why people undervaluing your work is often a reflection of your own standards How nervous system capacity can block or support your ability to raise standards Practical ways to stop offering one-off sessions and create containers for real transformation Why reciprocity and drama-free relationships are part of your energetic upgrade Links & Resources Free Energy Audit → brendawinkle.com/audit  Enroll in Your Yes Filled Life → brendawinkle.com/youryesfilledlife  About Brenda I’m Brenda Winkle, Intuitive Leadership Coach, Somatic Guide, and Psychic Medium for high-achieving, intuitive women who want more freedom, ease, and energy. Known as the “Boundary Queen,” I help leaders move into aligned action without second-guessing, guiding them to lead with clarity and confidence rooted in love. Three Things You Can Do Right Now Choose one area of your life to upgrade (coffee, clothing, friendships—start small). Ask yourself: Is this my standard or someone else’s expectation? Replace one one-off offer with a bundled or packaged option. Share the Love If this episode inspired you, share it with three friends who would love it too. And please leave a quick rating and review—it helps more intuitive leaders like you find this space. Keywords raising standards, energetic sovereignty, leadership upgrade, nervous system, reciprocity, boundaries, spiritual business