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Rise Before You're Ready

Rise Before You're Ready

Written by: Dawn LeBlanc
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Rise Before You’re Ready is a podcast for women in the second act of life who are done sitting on the sidelines of their own story. Around here, we believe in finding strength through the struggle, purpose in the mess, and freedom through action—even when it’s scary and imperfect. Each week, I share honest stories, real conversations, and simple reflections to help you rise in your voice, your confidence, and your life… all before you feel ready. If you’ve ever wondered, “Is it too late for me?” this space is your reminder that your next chapter isn’t waiting for clarity. It’s waiting for you.Dawn LeBlanc Self-Help Success
Episodes
  • You fell off. Now what?
    May 13 2026

    Falling off doesn’t mean you failed.

    It means you’re human.

    In the final episode of this 4 part series, we’re talking about the part of growth nobody really prepares you for — the moment when you realize you’ve drifted from the habits, routines, and promises you made to yourself.

    Maybe life got heavy.
    Maybe you got overwhelmed.
    Maybe you stopped showing up for yourself the way you wanted to.

    And instead of simply getting back on track, you turned it into proof that you can’t change.

    This episode is about changing that pattern.

    We’re talking about:

    • why falling off is not the same as failing
    • the damage caused by all-or-nothing thinking
    • how to stop restarting from day one every time life happens
    • the importance of having a Plan B
    • why returning is more powerful than starting over
    • how to rebuild self-trust through small promises
    • practical steps to take when you feel off track

    The goal isn’t to become a woman who never falls off.

    The goal is to become a woman who knows how to come back without abandoning herself.

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    30 mins
  • Stop Starting Over - Setbacks Aren't Failure
    May 6 2026

    How many times have you told yourself:

    “I’ll start over Monday”?

    This episode is about the cycle so many women stay trapped in:
    Start. Stop. Restart. Repeat.

    And the truth is… starting over can feel productive while actually keeping you stuck.

    In part 3 of this 4 part series, we talk about:

    • Why constantly restarting destroys self-trust
    • The difference between falling off and quitting
    • Why women often treat one bad day like total failure
    • The hidden comfort in “fresh starts”
    • How to stop making setbacks mean something about you
    • Practical ways to bounce back faster instead of restarting completely

    We also dive into:

    • The all-or-nothing mindset
    • Why perfectionism fuels inconsistency
    • How to build a “bounce back” plan for real life
    • The mountain analogy that changes how you look at progress

    Because changing your life isn’t about never falling off.

    It’s about becoming someone who always comes back.

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    12 mins
  • You Keep Breaking Promises to Yourself - Here's Why
    Apr 29 2026

    If you’ve ever said “I’ll start Monday”… and didn’t…
    If you’ve ever put yourself last without even thinking about it…
    If you’ve ever felt like you just can’t stay consistent no matter how hard you try…

    This episode is for you.

    Because the truth is—this isn’t about motivation.

    It’s about trust.

    In this episode, we go deeper than surface-level habits and talk about what’s actually happening when you keep breaking promises to yourself—and why it’s so common, especially for women who have spent years putting everyone else first.

    In part 2 of this 4 part series, we talk about:

    • How self-trust is broken (and why it’s not what you think)
    • The hidden pattern of self-abandonment
    • Why wives and mothers often put themselves last—automatically
    • How “life gets busy” becomes a cycle that keeps you stuck
    • The difference between being selfish and finally including yourself
    • Practical ways to start rebuilding trust with yourself—without starting over

    This episode isn’t about doing more.

    It’s about becoming someone who finally does what she says she’s going to do.

    One small promise at a time.

    Because the goal isn’t perfection.

    It’s self-trust.



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    15 mins
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