This episode feels so bittersweet, because it’s going to be my last one for a while. This has been an extremely hard decision for me, because I’ve built an incredible community since starting my podcast. Whether this is the first episode you’ve tuned into, or you’ve been with me from the beginning, I just want to let you know how truly, TRULY grateful I am for you, and how near and dear you are to my heart! I don’t think this will be goodbye forever in this space, but more of a goodbye for now.

While a podcast pause is happening, we’re also talking about the elephant in the room today. I’m not necessarily making fun of myself here (but...I kind of am too). I recently had someone comment on my weight - specifically, telling me I’ve gained weight. Even though this was really difficult to hear, it’s also true, because I HAVE gained weight. Fortunately, I already know how important it is to take care of our inner child, and do the necessary work to care for and love ourselves and not relying on others to do so. Ultimately, I want you to know that you are ALREADY enough, and worthy, and loved - no matter your weight or size. Please continue to show up as your unique, vibrant, and magnetic self, because no one can take that away from you!

In this episode, we chat about:

• An amazing speaking opportunity + retreat I was able to experience in Mexico 
• Thinking about your inner child/the little girl version of yourself, and what she would love about you now as an adult woman
• Random messages from strangers on the internet that make all of your insecurities and negative beliefs come flooding back in
• Why we MUST have radical self acceptance and self compassion so we won’t be easily hurt and brought down by the outside world
• How I’ve continued to evolve as a business owner and person over the last few years
• My difficult decision to pause the podcast, and what’s coming up in my next season 

Resources & Links:

• Book a Power Hour Coaching Session
• Learn more about partnering with me as a speaker
• Inquire about advertising on the Climbing with Coach Kiah podcast
• Check out the Backroad Cowgirls site!
• Shop the Coach Kiah Store. Use code climb10 for 10% off your first purchase!
• Download a FREE Habit Tracker

Connect with Kiah: 

• Follow on Instagram @coach_kiah and Facebook
• Sign up for my Wednesday email newsletter!
• Check out my website

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I am beyond excited to welcome today’s guest, Waylynn Lucas, to the podcast! We’re diving into what life can look like when you follow your fire, instead of taking the ‘normal’ path that looks just like everyone else’s. Waylynn’s story is fascinating; she’s had a variety of unique life experiences, and she hasn’t been afraid to pursue different passions on her journey. Waylynn’s energy, spirit, and no-nonsense attitude is one-of-a-kind, and she is truly a light in the world. 

Waylynn Lucas is the cookbook author of Sunny-Side Up, more than 100 recipes from the essential egg to the perfect pastry. She is the encouraging but honest judge on Food Network’s hit show, Cake War. Her love of country life and the outdoors has brought her back to the basics of food and life, where she now owns and operates a wholesale bakery, Butter & Barley. She strives to deepen her culinary knowledge, expand her homestead to gardens, cheese making and raising her own food. She also wants to be the voice to bridge the gap between farmers, ranchers, and the restaurant-consumer world, and connect the people back to their food on a wholesome and educated journey. Waylynn hosts women’s horsemanship and country culinary retreats with her gal pal and best friend, as well as offering life and success coaching in a business they call Grit Grace Grow.

In this episode, we chat about:

• Waylynn’s life plans that originally led her away from the ag and western lifestyle
• Why it’s okay to try everything and figure out what actually sets your soul on fire
• How valuable a strong work ethic can be
• Pivotal life lessons that pushed Waylynn to ‘keep suiting up and showing up’, and sharing with others
• Understanding when it’s time to let something go and make a necessary shift in your life
• What’s next for Waylynn as she steps back into the western industry in this season of life
• Navigating the new journey of motherhood and career as a single mom, and finding a balance between the two

Resources & Links:

• Book a Power Hour Coaching Session
• Learn more about partnering with me as a speaker
• Inquire about advertising on the Climbing with Coach Kiah podcast
• Check out the Backroad Cowgirls site!
• Shop the Coach Kiah Store. Use code climb10 for 10% off your first purchase!
• Download a FREE Habit Tracker

Connect with Waylynn: 

• Follow on Instagram @waylynnlucas and @gritgracegrow
• Check out Waylynn’s Cookbook, Sunny-Side Up 

Connect with Kiah: 

• Follow on Instagram @coach_kiah and Facebook
• Sign up for my 

I have a very fun episode to share with you today! My good friend, Emily Reuschel, is joining me on the podcast, and we’re talking about something we both TOTALLY nerd out about - habits! 

Since we’re approaching the end of 2023, Emily and I thought it would be beneficial to dive more into habits and share some tactical tools and takeaways to help you re-evaluate your current habits, or re-establish new ones all together. We both feel very passionately about habits, because they can really enhance the FULL 360 view of your life. The power of tiny habits has majorly impacted our businesses, health journeys, and personal growth journeys. 

Emily Reuschel is a farmer’s wife, mom of three, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, podcast host, and the leader of retreats and masterminds that propel rural women toward their truest, most-aligned goals and priorities. She helps other rural women get clear on what they want, release the inner dialogue that tells them it’s impossible, and go after the goals that are keeping them awake at night …. without giving up the small-town life they love.

In this episode, we will cover:

• Why you don’t need to wait until the new year to start creating new habits and practicing intentionality
• Knowing your current habits that are already in place, and understanding how they’re serving you (and how they’re not)
• Why small, healthy habits lead to MORE small, healthy habits
• The dangerous trap of comparing yourself to what you were like in previous seasons of life
• Learning to give yourself grace and embracing progress over perfection
• My personal habits I’m committing to for the next 32 days
• Kiah’s six habits she is committing to for the next 82 days
• Practicing intentionality and mindfulness in a way that cares for your mental, emotional, AND physical health
• How Emily’s upcoming Ascend retreat can help you kickstart 2024 and really transform your life in a powerful way

Resources & Links:

• YouDoYou82
• Join us at the Ascend Retreat
• Atomic Habits by James Clear [affiliate link]
• Book a Power Hour Coaching Session
• Learn more about partnering with me as a speaker
• Inquire about advertising on the Climbing with Coach Kiah podcast
• Check out the Backroad Cowgirls site!
• Shop the Coach Kiah Store. Use code climb10 for 10% off your first purchase!
• Download a FREE Habit Tracker

Connect with Emily: 

• Follow on Instagram @emilyreuschel and Facebook
• Join her email list
• Check out her