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I am Ready#34: What is this Resentment stuff?#34: Today we're talking resentment... what commonly leads to resentment, ways to explore what causes your resentments to build, and ways to address and reduce that internal tension and anger we can often feel when we have resentments brewing. Previous episodes I reference are: Kelsey Mead interview on Surrender Pleasing Others or Abandoning Yourself Stephanie Mayne interview on boundaries Please share this episode with someone who might benefit from exploring their own resentments. And if you could use some additional support or have other...2023-10-3123 min

I am Ready#33: Updates and Life Lessons#33: Today I talk about my experience in the middle of my work transition. I offer up some ideas on how to prep and cope with the inevitable overwhelm that can come when you change a major part of your life. And then I wrap up with some wonderful qualities I see in Ellie Mental Health and why I chose this company to work for. I reference a couple past episodes that I'll link here: - We all Have "Stuff" - Changes on the Horizon And...2023-10-2438 min

I am Ready#32: Unapologetically being Yourself w/ Katie Rollins#32: My friend Katie Rollins in the epitome of what it means (to me) to be our most aligned, authentic selves. She knows what it means to "put in the work" on yourself in order to live a life you're proud of and happy in, all while keeping a fresh and real perspective about this one wild life we each get. She is uber successful in her various online businesses, yet through it all, she prioritizes the "unsexy" work of boundaries, mindset, and healing that it takes to be unapologetically herself. She gives some great tangible advice throughout...2023-10-1746 min

The Fit Life With Jessica PodcastA Candid Conversation with Therapist Megan Kjolsing about People Pleasing, Perfectionism, & So Much MoreEver want to know why a therapist got into that field? Curious about people pleasing or perfectionist tendencies? Want to learn more about how to find a great therapist ? We chat all of these things and more on this episode of the podcast with my guest, Megan Kjolsing. Megan is a clinical mental health therapist, a mom, a podcast cost, and all-around awesome human being! Visit my website for ways to work with me: ⁠www.thefitlifewithjessica.com⁠ OR grab my free resources, ⁠How to Plan a Week of Meals in Under 20 Minute...2023-10-1047 min

I am Ready#31: Your Reminder to Release the Pressure#31: The conversations surrounding pivoting, making changes, or what to do when something no longer serves you has been a hot one, so I keep it rolling here today! In this episode I cover things like: self-limitations, expectations that induce shame or fear, integrity and self-trust, and normalizing an experience of uncertainty of what is next for us. Here are some previous episodes that I mention in today's talk: Episode 29: My upcoming career changes Episode 30: Conversation w/ Krystal Thomson about normalizing when it's time to pivot and seek change ...2023-10-1044 min

I am Ready#30: It's all so Normal w/ Krystal Thomson#30: My friend Krystal and I are both approaching phases of change in our lives, most notably with our work, so we wanted to talk about it with all of you. We both are multi-faceted women who are involved in multiple things as hobbies, careers, and sources of income. Today we wanted to normalize the need to make changes in our lives, to edit or modify what isn't working for us, to make decisions based on logistics and pleasure, and that it's ok to be in a place of unknown while learning about ourselves and figuring out what's next. 2023-10-0352 min

I am Ready#29: Changes on the Horizon#29: In this episode you get to hear about some life changes that are happening for my family and I in the next few weeks. You'll hear me describe various factors that led me to this decision and what impact that will have on my current work! I will always be available be Instagram DM or via email with anything, so don't hesitate to reach out! And to anyone contemplating their own shifts and changes in some part of their life, embrace it! Follow your gut instinct, do what works for you, and trust it'll...2023-09-2648 min

I am Ready#28: Navigating our Mental Health in the Work Place w/ Melissa Franks#28: My friend Melissa Franks is a Business Coach with an impressive Corporate resume that has led her to help business professionals and entrepreneurs build an exceptional career through bravery, joy and intention. Through her coaching offers and Podcast, she offers strategies, tactics, practices, habits and lessons, with the perfect personal touch, so you can realize your dreams and shatter those ceilings, all while having the personal life of your dreams. Today we talk about ideas for employers and employees on how to bridge the gap and have vital conversations about the intersection of our...2023-09-1945 min

I am Ready#27: Is it time to put down the Personal Development?#27: Sometimes in life, we need reminders and permission to do the things we know our soul is craving, yet we have a hard time acknowledging and listening to. Even as a Therapist/ Coach, I'm here to tell you it's ok to not engage in personal development activities every. single. day. Sometimes the most nourishing and rewarding things we can give ourselves is the freedom to rest, be lazy, laugh, play, and seek joy over productivity. Also, being curious to ask ourselves questions over self-criticism, is much more likely to help you tune in to your intuition, wants, and needs...2023-09-1228 min

Opt InMental Health and the Workplace with Megan KjolsingToday we welcome Megan Kjolsing to the show! Megan is a licenesd therapist and coach. Her mission is to help women ditch their inner people-pleaser to find their voice, passion, and self. She is passionate about advocating for mental health in the workplace which is the topic of today’s episode. During our conversation, Megan shares the importance of recognizing that people are at the heart of any successful business, even in a numbers-driven world. We explore how ignoring mental health issues can lead to a decline in productivity and overall success, and why it is crucial for...2023-09-0644 min

I am Ready#26: Keeping Promises to Ourselves w/ Jess Smith#26: Jess Smith is an Accountability Coach who helps women and business owners focus on ways to build sustainable habits into their lifestyle that supports their movement, nutrition, and mindset goals. She also is the host of The Fit Life with Jessica podcast and you an find her on Instagram at @thefitlifewithjessica. Here are links for the resources Jess mentioned in this episode and ways to get connected with her more: Freebie: How to Plan a Week of Meals in Under 20 Minutes Website: www.thefitlifewithjessica.com Cultivate planner: www.thefitlifewithjessica.com/shop-the-cultivate-planner (promo code: PODCAS...2023-09-0544 min

I am Ready#25: An Equation for less Suffering#25: Since we all agreed we have our "stuff" from my last solo episode and that we want to suffer less and feel less alone in what we're going through, I wanted to expand on the concept of suffering in today's episode. Here I talk about: the equation that leads to suffering the difference between having human reactions and suffering to those reactions ways to disrupt the cycle of suffering Please share this episode with someone who you know could benefit from its message. If you're looking for more support in disrupting your cycle of...2023-08-2942 min

I am Ready#24: It gets to be Fun: Understanding the beauty and magic of the Universe w/ Jess Parillo#24: Jess Parillo is a New Paradigm Guide. She helps coach and mentor women on how to be intentional, follow their intuition, and integrate all of this into leading and living a more aligned life. In this episode we talk about: - the benefits of built-in quiet time for building your connection with your intuition - ways to begin to communicate with the Universe through signs and synchronicities - learning self-trust by listening to ourselves and following our intuition toward our manifestations To connect with Jess for...2023-08-221h 00

I am Ready#23: We all have "Stuff"#23: I'll be honest in saying that I didn't listen to this episode back because I didn't want to edit the message I felt compelled to talk about. One of my bigger picture missions in my work as a therapist/ coach, is to not just de-stigmatize and normalize mental health, it's more than that... it's to strive for no one suffering alone in silence over struggles and stressors so many of us face. I hope today's episode landed with someone who needed to hear the message that WE ALL HAVE MENTAL HEALTH. We all have...2023-08-1524 min

I am Ready#22: The Beauty of Surrender w/ Kelsey Mead#22: Kelsey Mead is a Master Certified NLP Life and Success Coach, Hypnotherapist, and Podcast Host of the Vibrant Life Show Podcast with nearly 6 years experience in the coaching industry. Today she talks about her personal experiences with surrender in areas of her life such as diet/ fitness and her relationship with alcohol. Kelsey vulnerably shares about the process she has undergone to release old rules and restrictions on herself, her mindset, and her lifestyle in a journey toward self-trust and self-exploration. There is so much wisdom and compassion in...2023-08-081h 02

I am Ready#21: Unsubscribing from the "Should"#21: "Should" is often a very pressured-filled word that leaves us feeling guilty, ashamed, and very self-critical. Much like those pesky, unnecessary emails that can flood our inboxes, lots of rules filled with "shoulds" in our head can bring more harm than good. In this episode I talk about 3 steps to take yourself through to become aware and evaluate the number of "should" statements you live your life by and how to edit and tweak those rules for a thought pattern than is more self-compassionate, flexible, and empowered. Thank you to the ladies of "Me...2023-08-0130 min

I am Ready#20: Self-Compassion and Struggles in Motherhood w/ Kelly Cole Smith#20: I really encourage you to listen to this episode distraction-free because Kelly offers up so many thought-provoking concepts and questions for you to ponder on. Kelly Cole Smith is a parenting coach, mother of two, and podcast co-host. On today's episode she talks through: - what is conscious parenting - some key factors that can influence our sense of guilt, comparison, and/or shame in our experiences of parenting - ideas for how to enjoy parenting more You can find Kelly and all her wonderful resources on Instagram...2023-07-2554 min

We See You - Sawubona22. Embracing Emotions with Therapist Turned Coach, Megan KjolsingOur guest this week, Megan Kjolsing, shares her journey of transitioning from therapy to coaching. She reveals the challenges of working with high-risk clients and the burnout she experienced in the therapy field. Hear Megan’s story as she opens up about her personal journey of learning to embrace her emotions and find her voice. Megan also opens up about her personal experience with dissociating from her emotions and the impact it had on her relationships. She emphasizes the importance of giving ourselves permission to express our emotions and shares her ongoing journey of dec...2023-07-2042 min

I am Ready#19: Mid-Year Mindfulness Exercise for you!#19: Nothing like the mid-way point of 2023 to pause and reflect, am I right? In this short episode, I offer up three ideas on how to reflect back, look ahead, and be open to the miracles to come for you. It's a chance to be mindful and intentional about our lives in this hustle and bustle culture we live in and a great way to be grateful for what's happened and eager for what's all possible in the future! I also leave an open invitation to share your experience with taking a chance on yourself...2023-07-1820 min

I am Ready#18: What is 'Somatic' Work w/ Becky Aste#18: Becky Aste is a trauma-informed marriage coach who equips ambitious wives to repair thriving connection in their relationship by moving trauma out of the body! After spending a decade researching and going through every mainstream modality of healing to save my marriage, she found herself 2 kids later, separated from her husband and on the verge of divorce. At the final hour, she stumbled upon an unconventional game-changer that took her marriage from dying to thriving in less than a year and has made it her mission to get this into the hands of every woman possible ever s...2023-07-1140 min

I am Ready#17: Three Lessons from Year 36#17: I love the synchronicity that this birthday reflection is my 17th episode because that is my birthdate! Anyway, I thought I'd take a second to share on some key takeaways from last year and how that is informing intentions I have for year 37! I know myself well enough to know that I can get sucked into the highs and lows of everyday life and that can restrict my ability to zoom out and see the bigger picture of things. I thought it was important to do so for myself and then come here to...2023-07-0438 min

momplex with Scottie Durrett153. Decondition from the Doing with Mom, Coach & Podcast host Megan KjolsingJoining the podcast today is Megan Kjolsing! Megan is a mom of two who hails from the midwest. She began her journey as a Licensed Mental Health Conselor and is now a virtual personal power coach. She focuses on helping decondition and release old stories and habits that no longer serve you so that you can build new beliefs and lifestyle patterns that embody your best self. Over the next 50 minutes, we dive deep into how you as a mom, juggling it all, can work smarter, not harder and find joy in fulfilling your dreams. Megan shares her advice and c...2023-06-2756 min

I am Ready#16: De-conditioning from the 'Doing' w/ Scottie Durrett#16: This conversation with Scottie is one I know we could both have all day, every day. My friend Scottie Durrett is a Coach for Moms and her mission is to help us have ease, fun, and magic in our experiences of motherhood. She is a Podcast Host of the Momplex that drops two weekly episodes and she runs an incredible High Vibe Mom Community to gain support, ideas, validation, and conversation around experiences in motherhood. She is so wise, relatable, fun, and energetic that you will walk away rejuvenated after your time with Scottie! You can find her on...2023-06-2756 min

I am Ready#15: My Top 5 Insecurities and what I'm doing about them!#15: I never want to paint myself in any other way other than a relatable, honest human who experiences real life highs and lows like anyone else. Just because my work has been as a Therapist and Coach, doesn't mean that I don't struggle. I hope this episode gives you permission to be honest about what makes you feel insecure and perhaps offer ideas on how you can cope with and through any insecurities you have. Here, I referenced my work with Shauna VanBogart in Clarity Calls I received from her and I cannot recommend...2023-06-2048 min

I am Ready#14: Dreams and Desires as the Compass of our Lives w/ Stacey Vanthuyne#14: Stacey Vanthuyne is a creative individual possessing a zest for life who is raising two spirited daughters. Guiding and inspiring others to become their best self, is the foundation of who she is is. Stacey loves learning, giving back to others, the outdoors and being active. She's open to new adventures and has a burning desire to help people and businesses around the world to achieve their goals. Big goals. Goals that excite and scare a person all at the same time as this is where the real magic begins. The foundation of Stacey's work is centered...2023-06-1341 min

You Do WooCombat Comparison-itis through Connection: a short & sweet convo w/ Therapist & 4/6 Mani-Gen Megan KjolsingFor Megan’s “Me Time” Meet Up: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/64667304bdfaea673c776f4cConnect with Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meganmkjolsing/Allison’s Links:Join Alchemy to get access to all of my courses + monthly hot seatsClick here for your FREE Human Design Cheat SheetApply For My MastermindConnect with me on Instagram HereWays To Work With MeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sel...2023-06-1232 min

I am Ready#13: Let's talk energetic input and output#13: I'm hoping my lack of restful sleep didn't get the best of me with this message and that the point/ goal of this conversation lands with you all! My hope is that this discussion encourages you to zoom out and assess how much you take in and put out energetically across all parts of your life. Consider your 5 senses, your daily tasks, your interactions with others, how your body is feeling, your emotional stability, etc. If something is off, draining, or depleting you, then be sure that your input and output are as close to balanced as possible! 2023-06-0627 min

I am Ready#12: Allowing Life to Evolve w/ Leah MichelleLeah is a Manifesting Generator who is doing it all. She works as a Registered Nurse, an Energetics Coach & Self-Love Guide, and a Podcast Host of the new show, Evolve & Align. Leah’s passions lie in helping others through health and wellness, Human Design and energetics, and along their self-love journey. Leah empowers women to love themselves wholeheartedly, to discover their joy, and to connect to their soul desires - through living in authenticity & alignment with their true self! FInd her on IG at: https://instagram.com/theleemichelle?igshid=MmIzYWVlNDQ5Yg== ...2023-05-3042 min

I am Ready#11: Pleasing others or Abandoning Yourself??Time for some real talk here friends... In this episode I give the reminder that while some of us may be preoccupied with pleasing and caretaking for everyone around us, we may be severing the relationship with ourselves. And when we gradually lose pieces of self-trust and integrity, we fall more into roles and patterns of people-pleasing, martydom, and co-dependency. I share my own personal example of how this looked in a previous relationship and the the intentional and mindful work it takes to not fall prey to old thought and behavior patterns. I hope...2023-05-2334 min

Evolve & AlignE19 - Stepping Into Your Power and Alignment with Megan Kjolsing In this episode I welcome a super special guest to the show, Megan Kjolsing.Megan is a wife, mom of 2, and was born and raised in the Midwest.  She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor turned virtual Personal Power Coach.  Megan’s taking her experience from the clinic setting into the online space with a focus on empowering women to step into their greatness.She focuses on helping decondition and release old stories and habits that no longer serve you so that you can build new beliefs and lifestyle patterns that embody your best self.In this episode we dive into...2023-05-1753 min

I am Ready#10: Boundaries are Essential: an Interview w/ my friend Stephanie Mayne#10: Boundaries are our lifeline you guys! No one is better at talking about the importance of boundaries than my friend Stephanie! Here are some key takeaways from our conversation: Boundaries are for YOU - your protection and safety mechanism for your life Assess the relationship you have with yourself. How do you treat yourself? What is your inner dialogue like? Start small when practicing setting boundaries - voice your preferences, share an opinion, let people know what your internal experience is There are options for having a different experience in your relationships and you are the...2023-05-1653 min

I am Ready#09: 5 Ways to Reduce People-Pleasing#09: People-pleasers unite for this episode! Here I cover common reasons why people adopt people-pleasing tendencies and 5 tips to reduce this pattern in your life and relationships. Episodes I reference in this talk: Shauna VanBogart's Just Being Season 2, episode 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-being/id1498945749?i=1000557977009 I am Ready - Episode #05 Community, Connection, and a Social Life as an Adult - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-am-ready/id1669049227?i=1000608360093 I am Ready - Episode #02: Emotions vs. Emotional Energy - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...2023-05-0942 min

I am Ready#08: The Spirit of Trying New Things w/ Natalie Barnett#08: Natalie Barnett is a Certified Nutrition, Embodiment and Mindset Coach for Business Owners. She is so dang smart and very good at what she does and I'm grateful to have collaborated and become friends with her since being in some of the same groups and spaces. While some listeners here may not be entrepreneurs, I think this conversation still covers a lot of things we can all benefit from, such as: trying new things, putting yourself around uplifting and supportive people, the power of brainstorming and collaboarting with others, major transitions in our lives, etc. Ultimately, we try to emb...2023-05-0242 min

I am Ready#07: Let's learn about Learned Helplessness#07: Today's episode is aimed at providing some education and insight into the term learned helplessness What I cover: -the definition of this term -examples of how it can show up in various parts of our lives -how ignoring this response pattern can bleed over into other parts of your life -I end with some practical tips and advocate for working with a therapist or Coach if you reocgnize a pattern of learned helplessness in yourself or someone you love I also...2023-04-2543 min

I am Ready#06: A Tool to get to know yourself: An Introduction to Human Design w/ Allison Cullen#06: Learning about Human Design and meeting Allison Cullen (@youdowoo) has been so pivotal in my life, I had to bring her on to the podcast so you can bring this goodness into your lives too! Here you'll hear how Allison and I crossed paths, the impact that learning and implementing changes based on your Human Design can have on all aspects of your life, and a brief introduction to the 5 energy types. Allison was the main driving force in encouraging me to start a podcast based on my Human Design and I couldn't be more grateful to be a...2023-04-1843 min

I am Ready#05: Community, Connection, and a Social Life as an Adult#05: There is documented research about the importance of connection to the human race and how that influences our overall mental health and well-being. Here are a few podcasts I've listened to that go deeper into this research: 1. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-can-do-hard-things-with-glennon-doyle/id1564530722?i=1000599471209 2. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-can-do-hard-things-with-glennon-doyle/id1564530722?i=1000548902280 3. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-being/id1498945749?i=1000557977009 In this episode, we can connect/ empathize with others who miss having a social life or feel isolated/ lonely/ lacking friendships as an adult because we often don't realize h...2023-04-1134 min

I am Ready#04: How we can all embrace being a little more selfish w/ Colleen Nichols#04: In today's episode I get a chance to tell the story of how my friend mine and Colleen's paths crossed and how direct sales was the springboard to us working together. We talk more about the power of saying "yes" and taking a chance on yourself and the importance of having friends/ mentors/ expanders in your world that push you to be your best. I also ask Colleen about the reason behind choosing a word of the year in 2022 and how being "selfish" has become a lifestyle that not only is life-giving for her, but how this shift t...2023-04-0443 min

I am Ready#03: What are you waiting for?#03: This transition from Therapist to Coach has me looking at the gap between identifying a problem and taking action to improve your circumstances differently. Today I talk about the auto-pilot lifestyle we can find ourselves in as we circle around acknowledging a problem then quickly rattling off barriers to seeking a solution.... rinse, wash, repeat. I ask you all to take a moment to really consider "What am I waiting for?" so you can get to the heart of the matter. When we can be honest with ourselves about where we're at, what's holding us back, and what th...2023-03-2836 min

I am Ready#02: Emotions vs. Emotional Energy#02: Ideas for moving emotional energy: 1. Describe your experience as "energy" instead of emotions and see if that changes your judgement, opinion, or relationship with your feelings 2. Notice the sensations you experience in your body when you're having different emotional experiences. Happiness, fear, sadness, anger, etc.- where do you feel these sensations in your body? And what does your body feel like when you're in alignment and not having strong waves of emotional energy? 3. Recognize and then resist any "good" vs. "bad" labels for your feelings. Emotions are what they are and judging them as...2023-03-2133 min

I am Ready#01: Who I am and how we got here!#01: In this inaugural episode, I will share more about who I am. A bit about my family, my personal care journey, and my background and experience as a Licensed Therapist in the Mental Health field. You'll learn about the sequence of events that led me to start my virtual Coaching business and ultimately start recording a podcast! I'll also offer up some information about what you can expect from this podcast. My goals, hopes, and dreams for what it will offer you and also some of what you won't get from me! I mention some inc...2023-03-1422 min

I am ReadyI am Ready TrailerIs it really possible to have a life that meets everyone’s needs and still feels rewarding and balanced to me? How do I challenge that voice inside my head that tells me I’m overreacting or my desires aren’t that important? If you can relate to either of those questions, then this podcast is for you! I’m your host Megan Kjolsing, a licensed Mental Health Counselor turned Personal Power Coach/ Mentor. My purpose is in helping women embrace how valuable and worthy so they can live lives that they absolutely love and are proud of! Each...2023-03-0303 min

You Do WooMeet You Do Woo’s Resident Licensed Therapist…4/6 Mani-Gen Megan KjolsingEnroll In Human Design Cheat CodesClick here for your FREE Human Design Cheat SheetConnect with me on Instagram Here.Ways To Work With MeConnect with Megan Kjolsing on InstagramMK’s Grounding FreebieGrab A Clarity Call/Voxer Coaching Spot with MeganSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-01-2356 min

You Do WooTwo Huge Mistakes I Made In My 15 Years of EntrepreneurshipConnect with me on Instagram Here. Click here for the Intro to Human Design FreebieApply for The New Paradigm Mastermind here. Break The Rules Micromind - sign up here. Time Bending Micromind - sign up here. Connect with Megan Kjolsing on Instagram.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2022-08-0123 min