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Finding Your Passion and Building a Dream Career with Tanny Diep

2026-11-0336:16

Do you feel tired of working a job that drains your energy? Is it scary to think about starting over from zero? In this episode of Don’t Shrink to Fit, host Claudia Noriega Bernstein talks with Tanny Diep. Tanny is a master eyebrow artist, teacher, and the founder of Sway Brows. Tanny left a safe corporate job to chase a dream in fashion, where she had to sleep on a friend's futon and work multiple jobs just to pay rent. When burnout hit her hard, a yoga training program helped her drop the v...

How to Stop Doubting Yourself and Take Control of Your Life with Teri Nelson

2026-10-2743:37

Do you ever catch yourself holding back, feeling like you are not enough, or waiting for permission to step into your power? What if the real barrier between you and the life you want is an old brain pattern trying to keep you safe? In this honest episode of Don’t Shrink to Fit, host Claudia Noriega Bernstein sits down with neuro-performance success coach Teri Nelson. Teri shares her story of walking away from an unhealthy relationship with an infant and an eight-year-old, confronting deep-se...

How Do We Raise Financially Confident Kids? With Julie Bennett

2026-10-2050:37

Do your kids think money grows on trees? In a world of credit cards and online shopping, how do we teach our children the value of earning and saving money? In this practical episode of Don’t Shrink to Fit, host Claudia Noriega Bernstein talks with Julie Bennett. Julie is a mom, a former corporate strategist, and the co-founder of Lemonade Stand-ards. She and her sister created a fun program that teaches kids ages 6 to 12 how to handle money by starting their own small businesses. Julie sha...

How to Understand Your Hormones and Care for Your Body with Jessica Waugh

2026-10-1359:36

Did you know that menopause is not just about getting older, and hot flashes are not always the first sign? What if your brain fog, sudden mood swings, or stomach problems are actually your hormones talking to you? In this open and easy-to-understand episode of Don’t Shrink to Fit, host Claudia Noriega Bernstein talks with Jessica Waugh. Jessica is the founder of Pause Effect, co-founder of Hot Flash Heroes, and a leader who helps women learn about their bodies. Jessica shares her personal s...

Overcoming Career Burnout and Building Professional Freedom with Sabrina Morris

2026-10-0624:29

Are you constantly working, feeling drained, and putting your own happiness on the back burner? In this inspiring episode, Claudia Noriega Bernstein chats with digital nomad Sabrina Morris. Sabrina shares how extreme corporate pressure ruined her health and pushed her to walk away from corporate America. Today, she travels the world, teaches financial clarity, and helps others create multiple income streams. Sabrina explains why relying on a single employer is risky, how to view your skills t...

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Don't Shrink to Fit: Empowering and inspiring women one story at a time.