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ScriptHerEpisode 8 - Sara & Carlene talk to Amy Page Part 2Episode 8: SCRIPTHER with Amy Page (Part 2)Title: Boundaries, Burnout, and the Future of the ProfessionThe deep dive with Amy Page continues. In Part 2, Sara and Carlene shift the focus inward, exploring the mental load of healthcare leadership and the personal boundaries required to sustain a long, successful career in pharmacy.In this episode, we discuss:* The Managerial Transition: How to silence "Imposter Syndrome" when moving from clinical work to people management.* Leading Through the Heat: Practical strategies for supporting a team through burnout when you’re feeling the pr...
2026-04-2428 minScriptHerEpisode 7 - Sara and Carlene talk to Amy Page Part 1Episode 7: SCRIPTHER with Amy Page (Part 1)Title: From the Dispensary to the Executive TableIn Part 1 of this high-impact conversation, Carlene McMaugh and Sara Murdock are joined by Amy Page to discuss the bold leap from "behind-the-scenes" practitioner to a seat at the executive table. If you’ve ever wondered how to make your voice heard in a multidisciplinary room, this episode is your masterclass.In this episode, we discuss:* Advocating for Your Seat: Why pharmacy belongs in the boardroom and how women can lead the charge.* The Multidisciplinary Pu...
2026-04-1718 minScriptHerEpisode 6 - Sara & Carlene talk about LeadershipThe Leadership Pillar – Leading from the Front (and the Bench) with Carlene and Sara "Leadership isn't a title you wait for; it’s a script you write for yourself every day."In this essential episode of SCRIPTHER, hosts Carlene McMaugh and Sara Murdock dive deep into the first of our five core pillars: Leadership. In a profession where women make up the majority of the workforce but remain underrepresented in the highest tiers of influence, Carlene and Sara discuss why "stepping up" requires a new kind of internal dialogue.This isn't about traditional corp...
2026-04-1023 minScriptHerEpisode 4 - Sara and Carlene talk to Fei Sim Part 2Episode 4: SCRIPTHER leadership pillar with Fei Sim (Part 2)Title: Resilience, Energy, and the Power of the "Internal Script"The conversation with Fei Sim continues as we move from the boardroom to the personal. In Part 2, Carlene and Sara explore the human side of high-level leadership—how to stay grounded, avoid burnout, and silence the inner critic that haunts even the most successful professionals.In this episode, we discuss:* Rewriting Imposter Syndrome: Fei shares her personal "internal script" for those moments when doubt creeps in.* The "Billboard" Message: Th...
2026-03-2636 minScriptHerEpisode 3 - Sara and Carlene talk to Fei Sim Part 1Episode 3: SCRIPTHER leadership pillar with Fei Sim (Part 1)Title: Shattering Glass Ceilings and Redefining the ScriptIn the first half of this landmark interview, Carlene McMaugh and Sara Murdock sit down with Fei Sim, the first female National President of the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA). We dive deep into the reality of being a "first" and the internal courage required to lead a female-dominated profession that has historically been led by men.In this episode, we discuss:* The PSA Milestone: How Fei overcame internal barriers to step into one of...
2026-03-1914 min
Off-Balance Podcast | Business Leadership, HR Strategy, and Entrepreneur Growth82 | Over 40 and Unapologetic with Diva Tonight host | Carlene HumphreyWhat if forty isn’t a cliff but a clean pivot? We sit down with Carlene, host of Diva Tonight, to unpack the messy, liberating middle of life when your back pops, your boundaries harden, and your priorities get honest. From surprise doctor visits to surprise clarity, she shares how health scares, a toxic workplace, and a pandemic reset pushed her to claim her voice and rebuild a career on her own terms.We dig into real-world health advocacy, from navigating fibroids and low iron to the emotional calculus of trying for a baby in your forties. Ca...
2026-01-2726 min
The Distracted Dreamer#50: Midlife, Menopause, and the New Brain You Didn’t ExpectSend Carlene a text or voicemailI’ve been flooded with messages from you since last week’s episode — so many of you said, “This is me. This is what I’ve been feeling. And I had no idea what to call it.”You’re not alone.If you’re in your 40s or 50s, and your brain suddenly feels foggy, unmotivated, or like it’s just… off — this episode is for you. We’re talking about what’s actually happening to your brain in midlife, and why it’s not about aging — it’s about repe...
2025-10-2128 minThe Distracted Dreamer#49: Is It ADHD… or Menopause? (And What It Means for Breast Cancer Survivors)Send Carlene a text or voicemailBrain fog? No motivation? Can’t remember anything? You might be wondering — is it ADHD… or menopause? And what does either one have to do with chasing a dream?In today’s solo episode, I’m unpacking what happens when estrogen drops, dopamine crashes, and your once-focused brain suddenly can’t finish a sentence — much less a creative project. I’ll also share my own experience with breast cancer and what it means to rebuild your rhythm when hormones aren’t an option.If you’re stuck in the loop of start...
2025-10-1425 minThe Distracted Dreamer#48: The Science of Recovery: How Your Nervous System Fuels Your DreamsSend Carlene a text or voicemailI used to think recovery meant sleep, a long walk, or a girls’ weekend — but even after all that, I still felt drained. It didn’t make sense… until I learned what was actually happening in my nervous system.In this episode, I’m breaking down the real science of recovery — how your body toggles between go mode and rest mode, and why so many of the things that look restful still keep you stuck in performance mode. We’ll talk about what true recovery feels like, why your energy...
2025-10-0729 min
Breaking Beauty PodcastCarlene Introduces Her New Skincare Brand, Cassatt Beauty, With “La Pommade” Retinoid Ointment – Inspired By a Beauty Editor Cult FaveA new retinoid ointment is here! In this week’s *exclusive* episode, Carlene leaps into the founder role with the launch of her debut skincare brand, Cassatt Beauty. Listen in as Jill interviews Carlene about the making of Cassatt “La Pommade” Retinoid Skin Ointment - a modern, barrier-supporting update on a French pharmacy classic. From the science behind the low-and-slow retinoid “bio-ointment” to the realities of bootstrapping a beauty brand, Carlene shares what it really takes to bring a dream product to life. In this episode, you’ll learn:“This one’s for my peeps.” – Why Carlene created Cassatt...
2025-10-0142 minThe Distracted Dreamer#47: Steal My 7-Step Focus Routine and Make Real Progress on Your DreamsSend Carlene a text or voicemailYour dreams deserve more than scattered energy and half-finished to-do lists. They need your focus. In this episode, I’m sharing the exact 7-step focus routine I use behind the scenes to move my dream work forward — even when life gets full, messy, or distracting (which, let’s be honest… is most of the time). This isn’t about being more productive just for the sake of it. It’s about creating a rhythm that actually supports your creativity, your energy, and your ability to follow through on the things...
2025-09-3022 minThe Distracted Dreamer#46: Start Dreaming Again: A Mini-Workshop to Rediscover What You Really WantSend Carlene a text or voicemailYour companion guide for this special episode 👇Start Dreaming Again: 3 Gentle Steps to Rediscover What You Really WantHere’s the thing no one tells you about “figuring out your dreams”…You don’t actually think your way there.You feel your way back.This episode isn’t about setting goals or chasing productivity.It’s a gentle, coaching-style mini-workshop designed to help you wake up the part of you that still wants something — even if that something feels blurry, buried, or complete...
2025-09-2334 minThe Distracted Dreamer#45: How To Experiment With Your Dreams (Without Fear of Failure)Send Carlene a text or voicemailClick here to hop on Dream Studio Waitlist and get founding member perks!What if chasing your dream didn’t have to feel so heavy?For a long time, I thought if I was serious about a dream, I had to make a Big Plan and then follow it perfectly. You know… map it out, get it right, make sure I really knew what I was doing before I even started.But the truth? That pressure kept me stuck.What finally help...
2025-09-1614 minThe Distracted Dreamer#44: Learning vs. Doing: How to Know When It’s Time to Make a MoveSend Carlene a text or voicemailWhat if all your “research” is actually a really sneaky form of procrastination?Let’s be real — I’ve spent way too much time thinking I was making progress just because I was learning. I had tabs open, courses saved, notebooks full of ideas… and still felt totally stuck.At one point, I even signed up for a course on how to code my own website. (Yep. Coding. Me.🙃)But here’s what I’ve learned — and am still learning:Gathering information...
2025-09-0917 minThe Distracted Dreamer#43: That Thing You're Avoiding? It matters. How to Do It ScaredSend Carlene a text or voicemailWhat if the thing you’re avoiding is the very thing that could change everything?Let’s be honest—there’s probably a task sitting at the bottom of your list that’s been there for weeks. The one that low-key haunts you.It feels too big, too scary, too uncomfortable. And if you're like me, you've probably moved that one thing from Monday… to Tuesday… to “someday.”I’ve been there more times than I’d like to admit—staying busy with all the easy stuff while the one thin...
2025-09-0216 minThe Distracted Dreamer#42: Daydreams are Born Here: The Surprising Science of BoredomSend Carlene a text or voicemailWhen was the last time you let yourself be bored? Really bored?Growing up, boredom was a normal part of life — long car rides staring out the window, endless summer days of “go outside and play” with no plan, and doodles on scrap paper that turned into wild ideas. Out of those empty spaces came creativity, play, and daydreams.But somewhere along the way, we started treating stillness like failure. Daydreaming got labeled as “slacking off,” and boredom became something to fill with scrolling, swiping, or busywork. The truth...
2025-08-2616 minThe Distracted Dreamer#41: Embracing Self-Care and Recovery: Fuel Your Dreams and Prevent BurnoutSend Carlene a text or voicemailHave you ever pushed through the week only to crash—your brain foggy, your body drained, your heart disconnected from your dreams?I used to fight those crash days, but I’ve learned they’re not failures—they’re signals. Our bodies are always whispering what they need, and when we ignore them, they shout. The good news? When we practice small, daily acts of self-care and recovery, those crashes get gentler, our energy steadier, and our dreams easier to hold onto.In this episode of The Dist...
2025-08-1920 minThe Distracted Dreamer#40: Perfectionism Is Stealing Your Dreams — Here's How to Take Them BackSend Carlene a text or voicemailThis episode is one I needed to hear as much as I needed to record.Because perfectionism? It’s still something I wrestle with almost every day.It shows up when I try to write. When I go to share something personal. When I wonder if what I’m doing is “enough.”And here’s what I know now: perfectionism is stealing our dreams.In this episode, I’m opening up about my own struggles with getting stuck in the “not good enough” spiral...
2025-08-1217 min
Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother26. How to Set Boundaries with Toxic Family Members Without GuiltDoes setting boundaries with family (espeically toxic family members) feel excruciating—like guilt, obligation, or fear of conflict always get in the way? In today's episode of Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother, Alyssa Carlene talks about how to set clear, healthy boundaries with toxic relatives without drowning in guilt. You’ll learn why boundaries are necessary for healing, how to hold them with confidence, and what to do when pushback comes. Listen to the episode to answer the following questions: How do I know if a family member is toxic or just difficu...
2025-08-0519 min
Just Here for the PlotJust Here for the Plot: The TrailerDoing it for the plot? Same.I’m Carlene, your go-to storyteller and chaos enthusiast and this is Just Here for the Plot, the podcast for anyone making bold moves, spontaneous decisions, and living for the story.In this trailer, I’m giving you the inside scoop on what this show is all about, what you can expect, and why the messiest moments usually make the best memories.New episodes drop weekly. Hit follow and come along for the ride. Follow me on IG: https://www...
2025-08-0301 minNavigating Motherhood Without Your Mother25. Three Hidden Beliefs Holding You Back While Mothering Without Your Mom's SupportWhat if some of the biggest obstacles in your motherhood journey aren’t your circumstances, but the silent beliefs you’ve internalized along the way? In this episode, Alyssa Carlene takes a deep dive into three hidden beliefs that keep so many moms, who are mothering without their own mom's support, stuck in survival mode. These beliefs often stem from unhealed wounds, generational patterns, and the absence of a nurturing maternal figure, and they directly impact how we mother our children and care for ourselves. Listen to the episode to answer the following questions: What ar...
2025-07-2914 minThe Distracted Dreamer#39: ‘Hard’ Is Part of the Dream: 6 Mindsets to Keep Going AnywaySend Carlene a text or voicemailI know what it’s like for the dream to feel so much harder than you imagined. I’ve been there—facing fear, self-doubt, unexpected curveballs, and the deep exhaustion that comes from caring so much. Because the hard parts make you want to throw in the towel, question everything, and wonder if maybe you were wrong for wanting it in the first place. That’s exactly why I wanted to have this conversation with you.Today, I’m opening up about the behind-the-scenes moments of my own dreams and the si...
2025-07-2918 minNavigating Motherhood Without Your Mother24. Five Life-Changing Books for Moms on a Healing JourneyIf you’re a mom doing the hard work of healing while raising little ones, these five books belong on your shelf! Whether you’re navigating motherhood without the support you needed, working to break generational cycles, or learning to remother yourself with compassion, these life-changing books can offer the guidance, validation, and hope you’ve been craving.In this episode, Alyssa Carlene will briefly introduce you to five powerful reads that support your emotional growth and help you feel more grounded, empowered, and seen on your motherhood healing journey.Listen to the episode to answer...
2025-07-2214 minThe Distracted Dreamer#38: When the Parenting Dream Collides with Reality: Letting Go of GuiltSend Carlene a text or voicemailHave you ever carried that quiet guilt—the kind that whispers you're not doing enough, even when you're doing everything? You're not imagining it. Parenting today asks more of us than ever before—and it’s leaving a lot of us burned out, overwhelmed, and riddled with guilt.I used to think the stress was just part of the job. But then I looked at the numbers. And I realized—this isn't a personal failing. It's a system that’s stacked against us.In this episode, I’m diving int...
2025-07-2228 minThe Distracted Dreamer#37: Overthinking Your Dreams? Here’s What Other Dreamers Are Doing InsteadSend Carlene a text or voicemailWhile you're stuck in your head, someone else is taking the next step toward your dream— or a version of it.I've been there — stuck in my head, overthinking every move, waiting for the perfect moment to start. But this week, I looked around and realized... while I was overthinking my dreams, other dreamers were out there doing the the thing. Planting gardens. Writing books. Starting messy.In this episode, I'm calling out the fear that keeps us stuck and sharing how...
2025-07-1312 minThe Distracted Dreamer#36: The 7 D’s: The Secret Distractions That Quietly Detour Your DreamsSend Carlene a text or voicemailFeeling stuck, scattered, or creatively off track? In this episode, I’m sharing the 7 D’s of distraction—seven sneaky ways we lose focus on our dreams without even realizing it. Distractions aren’t always loud. Sometimes they show up as quiet whispers, gently pulling us away from what matters most. Using a simple self-rating tool, I’ll help you gently name what’s really pulling your attention away. Because when you can name it, you can change it. You’ll leave with more clarity, to help you refo...
2025-07-0826 minNavigating Motherhood Without Your Mother21. When Motherhood Feels Lonely: How to Care for Yourself & ConnectYou might be surrounded by your kids all day long and still feel incredibly lonely. Maybe you don’t have a strong circle of mom friends to lean on. And if you’re navigating motherhood without the support of your mom, that loneliness can feel even deeper. Do you experience this? Today, on Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother, Alyssa Carlene explores why loneliness is common to many mothers and important ways you can care for yourself. She also mentions simple ideas to connect with other mothers and create real, meaningful relationships. Listen to today's episode to ans...
2025-07-0111 minNavigating Motherhood Without Your Mother20. Ten Reasons to Join the Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother Facebook GroupAre you looking for a supportive space where you can vent, feel understood, and connect with other moms who truly get what it’s like to navigate motherhood without your mother? Today on the podcast, join Alyssa Carlene to hear TEN powerful reasons to join the Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother Facebook community! Finally, you'll have a place to build meaningful friendships, share your emotions without judgment, and feel empowered by moms who are walking a similar path. Listen to the episode to answer the following questions: Where can I find other...
2025-06-2410 minThe Distracted Dreamer#35: Reclaim the Dreams You Tucked Away — Alicia’s Story of Courage and Heart Could Be the Nudge You’ve Been Waiting ForSend Carlene a text or voicemailIf you’ve ever felt like you missed your chance—or that it’s too late to go after what you really want—this episode is for you. I sat down with Alicia Staley Johnson—a friend, photographer, and creative soul who stopped hiding the most authentic part of herself and reclaimed her dream at 59. She finally went all in on a dream she’d tucked away for years. And WOW... what happened next blew me away.This isn’t just her story—it’s your wake-up call. Her journey is...
2025-06-2451 minNavigating Motherhood Without Your Mother19. Why a Supportive Community is the Missing Piece to Navigating Motherhood Without Your MomIf you're navigating motherhood without your mother, a supportive community is your missing piece to healing, alignment, and validation! You were never meant to mother alone. And for moms without moms, that isolation can run even deeper. Join Alyssa Carlene on today's episode to hear some exciting news and seven specific reasons why confidence and empowerment grow faster and stronger in community. Listen to the episode to answer the following questions: Why do I feel so alone in motherhood, even when I’m surrounded by people? How do I find other moms who und...
2025-06-1709 minThe Distracted Dreamer#34: Why You Compare (and 6 Ways to Use It to Your Advantage)Send Carlene a text or voicemailHave you ever felt that quiet ache of not measuring up—like you’re always behind, no matter how hard you try? You know those moments where it feels like everyone else is ahead—more successful, more creative, more together?I used to believe that if I just learned more, worked harder, or polished everything to perfection, I’d finally catch up to…well, everyone else. But here’s what I know now: comparison was keeping me stuck. It was robbing me of my voice, my cre...
2025-06-1726 minNavigating Motherhood Without Your Mother18. Five Steps to Navigating Motherhood Without Your MotherAre you stepping into a season of motherhood where you claim your power, even without the support you always deserved?Join Alyssa Carlene as she shares the exciting news about her free video training: Five Steps to Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother (which can be accessed below)! This training is all about her five-step ROOTS framework, the same five steps that she used to move from pain, shame, and survival…to purpose, joy, and rooted motherhood.Listen to the episode to answer the following questions: Why does motherhood fee...
2025-06-1006 minThe Distracted Dreamer#33: Why Adults Stop Dreaming: Healing the Childhood Messages That Keep You SmallSend Carlene a text or voicemailIf dreaming feels silly, selfish, or out of reach — you’re not alone. In fact, you might just be hearing echoes of childhood messages that told you to stay small, play it safe, and be realistic.The messages we absorbed in childhood — about obedience, achievement, and staying “realistic” — still shape the way we show up as adults.In today’s episode (our first with a guest!), I’m joined by my longtime friend and counselor Becky Stevenson to talk about why adults stop dreaming… and how to get bac...
2025-06-1046 min