Ever wonder why your confidence seems to vanish when you need it most? It's not because you're broken. It's because you were conditioned to doubt yourself.

In this episode, I'm breaking down one of the biggest confidence killers for high-performing professionals - conditioning. From the invisible rules we're taught as children to the unconscious beliefs running the show in our adult lives, I'll help you see the real reason your confidence takes a hit… and what you can do to change it.

I'm also sharing one of the real stories from my upcoming book The 5 Overwhelm Culprits™ to show how this shows up in your career, your money, and your leadership.

If you've ever felt stuck in indecision, held back by fear of what people might think or silenced your own voice to keep the peace - this is your wake-up call. Let's rewrite the rules together.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE:

• The hidden conditioning that's been quietly killing your confidence
• Three common types of conditioning: perfectionism, people-pleasing, and fear
• A simple 3-step process to start breaking free from the rules that are holding you back
• Why confidence isn't a trait - it's a state you can rebuild

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 – There's nothing wrong with you. You were conditioned to doubt yourself

00:40 – The invisible rules that shape your decisions without you realizing it

01:30 – Why high achievers still struggle with self-trust

02:20 – What your nervous system has to do with confidence

03:00 – Real story: Alyssa, a powerhouse in healthcare, held back by "being good"

03:45 – The real #1 barrier to confidence during crisis situations

04:15 – The 3 types of conditioning that kill confidence

05:00 – Rewriting your conditioning: a 3-step process

06:15 – Tiny rebellions that help rebuild confidence from the inside out

06:50 – Confidence isn't a personality trait - it's a conditioned state

07:00 – Take the free Overwhelm Culprit™ Quiz + more on this in my upcoming book

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Have you ever looked at your life on paper - your job, home, relationships, responsibilities and thought, "Why do I still feel off?" This isn't burnout, and it isn't failure. It's misalignment.

In this episode, I'm diving deep into the quiet but powerful feeling that so many high achievers experience: feeling stuck, even when nothing is technically wrong. I'll walk you through the subtle signs that your life may no longer match who you're becoming, and share the exact steps you can take to get back into alignment - without burning your life to the ground.

This is the conversation I wish I had years ago when I was commuting 20 hours a week and wondering if "this" was all there was. Spoiler alert: it wasn't. And if you've been feeling that weird, unshakeable "something's not right" feeling… this one's for you.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE:

• Why "feeling stuck" doesn't mean anything is wrong with you - it means your clarity is evolving
• The 5 hidden signs of misalignment that most high performers ignore
• A simple exercise to reconnect with your younger, wiser, more intuitive self
• 3 practical steps to start realigning with your purpose - no life overhaul required
• How your clarity impacts your leadership, decision making, and energy
  
  

TIMESTAMPS:

• 00:00 | When life looks good on paper - but something still feels off
• 01:00 | My story: the "weird feeling" I ignored for way too long
• 02:00 | Why high achievers get stuck in lives that look "fine"
• 03:00 | The #1 reason you feel stuck: misalignment, not failure
• 04:00 | The 5 signs you're out of alignment and heading for stuckness
• 05:30 | The inner child exercise that always brings clarity
• 06:00 | 3 questions to ask when you feel off and want to realign
• 07:00 | You don't need a life overhaul - just a micro action
• 07:30 | The link between clarity and grounded leadership
• 08:00 | Final thoughts: this isn't failure - it's evolution
  
  

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Sometimes, life shifts before we feel ready. Work expands in ways we didn't plan for. And then the universe starts whispering - until it doesn't.

In this deeply personal episode, I'm sharing the exact signs that made it clear it was time to evolve my own leadership and how you can spot those signs in your own journey too.

From unexpected opportunities to a completely new sense of identity, I walk you through how I knew I was being called to something bigger and how you might be too. Whether you're quietly questioning if you're outgrowing your current role or wondering if you're meant to lead in a bigger way, this episode is your mirror.

• How to recognize when your leadership is ready to evolve
• Why certain feedback and opportunities are actually signs
• The real reason your old identity may feel too small right now
• What crisis leadership really means and why the world needs it now more than ever
• How to stop resisting your next level and start trusting what's already showing up

00:00 – When life shifts before you're ready

01:00 – The first sign: A door opens that you weren't knocking on

02:00 – The second sign: You're invited into rooms you didn't expect

03:00 – The third sign: The same message keeps finding you

04:00 – The fourth sign: Your old identity starts to feel too small

06:00 – The fifth sign: Your skills and story align with what the world needs

07:00 – Bonus sign: The universe doesn't whisper - it shouts

08:00 – A quick recap of all 5 signs

09:00 – Your leadership is evolving - here's how to take the next step

10:00 – Your next step + how to find your Overwhelm Culprit™

✔️ Take the Overwhelm Culprit Quiz: http://www.corrielo.com/overwhelmculprit

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Before you dive into next year's goals and vision boards, take a moment to pause and reflect. In this episode, I walk you through a simple yet powerful three-question recap ritual to help you close the year with clarity and start the next one with consistency.

This process will guide you to reflect on what worked, what didn't and what you'll do differently - so you can reset with intention, set aligned goals, and move into the new year with momentum.

• A 3-question recap ritual to reflect on the past year with clarity
• How to use your past wins and setbacks to create a more consistent future
• How to choose a "word of the year" to set the tone and direction for your next chapter
• Why reflection is a secret weapon for high-performing women (and not just a luxury)
• How to align your yearly reflection with your long-term vision
• How to turn insights into a custom strategy through my Vision to Action VIP Day

00:00 – Why you shouldn't rush into goal setting

01:12 – The Recap Ritual: 3 questions that change everything

03:42 – What went great this year? (Memory joggers that help!)

06:40 – What didn't go great? Why honesty is key here

08:45 – What will you do differently? Turn reflection into strategy

10:28 – Personal vs. professional lens: Why both matter

12:17 – Connecting your recap to your 5-Year Vision

14:03 – How to choose your "word of the year"

17:45 – Real examples of powerful one-word intentions

20:22 – How your word becomes your compass for consistency

22:30 – Want my help creating your 2026 strategy? Join the Vision to Action VIP Day

24:35 – Final thoughts: Consistency is about learning, not perfection

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Ever find yourself saying, "But I rested… so why am I still exhausted?" Yeah, I've been there too. In this episode, I break down the real reason why rest isn't always restorative - especially for high-performing women - and what to do instead. I'll walk you through seven simple but powerful micro practices that take five minutes or less and are designed to restore the specific kind of energy you're lacking.

Because sometimes, doing "nothing" isn't the answer - doing the right small thing is.

Whether you're stuck on the edge of burnout or just feeling off and can't figure out why, this episode will help you get back to feeling clear, calm, and centered. And if this is your wake-up call? I'll share how my Month of Me Method AI Companion™ can help you go even deeper.

• The key difference between rest and restoration (and why it matters)
• 7 five-minute restorative practices based on the type of depletion you're feeling - mental, emotional, physical or otherwise
• How to recover faster and feel better without needing a full day off or all-day spa experience
  
  

0:00 – Why rest isn't always restorative

1:15 – The key distinction: rest vs. restoration

2:00 – Micro Practice #1: The Mindful Minute (mental restoration)

3:00 – Micro Practice #2: Hydration Reset (physical restoration)

4:00 – Micro Practice #3: Music Shift (emotional restoration)

5:15 – Micro Practice #4: Five Minute Move (somatic restoration)

6:15 – Micro Practice #5: Micro Disconnect (digital restoration)

7:15 – Micro Practice #6: Gratitude Note (relational restoration)

8:10 – Micro Practice #7: Sensory Anchor (spiritual/energetic restoration)

9:30 – The power of consistent small moments of restoration

10:00 – Try one? Let me know in the comments

10:45 – Invitation to the Month of Me Method AI Companion™

12:00 – Closing thoughts and invitation to keep leading with confidence

NEXT STEP OPTIONS:

✔️ Month of Me Method AI Companion™: https://corrielo.com/product/month-of-me-method-ai-companion/

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In this episode, I break down the real difference between mentors, sponsors and coaches - three roles that can completely change the trajectory of your career or business when you activate them at the right time.

I share how each one has shaped my own journey, how to tell which type of support you need right now, and why having the right mix of guidance, advocacy and accountability is the accelerator many women are missing.

If you've been feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unsure of your next move, this episode will help you finally identify the support structure that will propel you forward.

• The key differences between a mentor, a sponsor and a coach
• When each type of support is most valuable depending on the season you're in
• Why mentors offer wisdom, sponsors offer access, and coaches offer transformation
• How one person can sometimes play more than one role
• Why paying for mentorship can be the smartest investment you make
• A simple framework to audit your current support circle and identify what's missing
• How to determine whether your next step is guidance, advocacy or accountability

00:00 – Why choosing between a mentor, sponsor, and coach feels confusing (and why it matters)

01:00 – What a mentor actually does: wisdom, lived experience and long-term guidance

03:00 – When you need a mentor: growth phases, new roles and normalizing challenges

03:20 – What a sponsor is and why advocacy matters more than advice

04:10 – When you need a sponsor: visibility, promotions and stretch opportunities

04:40 – What a coach really provides: clarity, strategy and accountability

05:05 – When you need a coach: breaking patterns, overwhelm and inconsistent execution

05:50 – The power of having all three: guidance, advocacy, and action working together

06:10 – Can one person be more than one? How I shift between mentor, coach and consultant

06:30 – Why paying for mentorship is sometimes the smartest move

07:00 – How to audit your support circle: who guides, who advocates, who keeps you accountable

07:40 – Which role do you need most right now?

08:00 – How I can support you with coaching or mentorship

08:20 – Closing thoughts and invitation for questions and follow-up episodes

NEXT STEP OPTIONS:

✔️ Take the Overwhelm Culprit Quiz: www.corrielo.com/overwhelmculprit

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Ever catch yourself saying "sorry" for things that don't actually need an apology? I used to do this all the time - "sorry for the delay" when I replied in minutes, or "sorry to bother you" before sharing an idea.

In this episode, I'm walking you through seven simple swaps that will help you stop shrinking your confidence at work and start saying what you really mean - without the guilt.

I'll show you how to reframe the phrases you use every day so you can keep your empathy, but speak with the kind of clarity and authority that gets you heard. These are practical, easy shifts you can use in your next meeting, email, or conversation.

If you've ever caught yourself apologizing just for taking up space, this one's for you.

• How over-apologizing quietly undermines your authority (and how to stop it)
• 7 simple "sorry swaps" that communicate confidence and gratitude instead of guilt
• Why curiosity is actually confidence in disguise - and how to lead with it
• The phrases that make you sound more credible and in control instantly
• The mindset shift that helps you own your voice, your time and your perspective
• When a real apology is necessary - and how to use it powerfully when it counts

00:00 – Welcome and why we over-apologize without realizing it

01:25 – How apologizing too much chips away at your confidence

02:45 – "Sorry for the delay" → "Thanks for your patience"

04:00 – "Sorry, can I add something?" → "I'd like to build on that"

05:20 – "Sorry if that's a dumb question" → "Here's something I'm curious about"

06:45 – "Sorry I missed that meeting" → "I'll catch up on the notes and follow up"

08:10 – "Sorry, I just wanted to" → "Here's what I need"

09:25 – "Sorry for venting" → "Thank you for listening"

10:30 – "Sorry but" → "Here's my perspective"

12:15 – Why this isn't about deleting "sorry," it's about using it intentionally

13:00 – How to balance empathy with confident communication

14:30 – How you can start replacing "sorry" today — without losing your warmth

15:00 – How to connect with me for coaching, workshops, or team sessions

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If someone asked you, "What do you stand for?" - could you answer without hesitation?

In this episode, I'm walking you through a simple reflection exercise to help you identify your five leadership non-negotiables - the core values and principles that define how you lead, no matter what.

By the end, you'll have total clarity on what you believe in, what you'll fight for, and how to lead with conviction at work, at home, and in your community.

You'll also hear a personal story about how I redefined my own values after hitting a major crossroads - and how that clarity became the foundation for my leadership and my business today.

If you're ready to lead with confidence, clarity, and conviction, this episode is for you.

Grab my free 5-Year Vision Worksheet, which includes my list of 105 core values and step-by-step instructions to help you define yours. It's the same tool I use with all my coaching clients - and it's my gift to you.

• Why knowing what you stand for is the foundation of leadership
• How to identify your core values (even if you've never named them before)
• What it really means to create leadership non-negotiables
• How to connect your values to your daily actions
• Why your values should evolve as you do - and how to revisit them each year
• The personal boundaries that protect your values and your wellbeing
• The simple exercise to build your list of 5 leadership non-negotiables

00:00 – What do you actually stand for?

01:05 – Why most of us can't easily answer that question

02:15 – How leadership begins with conviction

03:50 – My story: redefining values after a life and career crossroads

06:00 – Step 1: Reflect on your core values

08:30 – Step 2: Identify what you'll no longer compromise

12:15 – Step 3: Connect your values to action

15:40 – Step 4: Narrow down to your five leadership non-negotiables

18:10 – Step 5: Revisit and reaffirm your list each year

21:00 – Why consistent values make you a trusted and magnetic leader

22:30 – How to use your free 5-Year Vision Worksheet to define your values

24:00 – Final thoughts + call to action

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✔️ 5-Year Vision Worksheet: http://www.corrielo.com/episode-39

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