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This Daring AdventureDare to ImagineThis episode speaks directly to women entrepreneurs in their fifties who feel they are playing small and know there is more to achieve. I emphasise the importance of thinking bigger, imagining possibilities, and stepping out of comfort zones to create a bigger and bolder future. I share concepts like 'The Future Store' to help visualize potential and provides actionable steps to bring transformative ideas to life. If you're ready to take your business or practice to the next level, this is where you want to start.Tune in to discover how one courageous...2025-06-0511 minThis Daring AdventureThe life you want starts hereIn this mini-episode, we explore how to unlock the life you truly want by starting with simple but powerful mindset shifts. Discover why your thoughts, not actions, are the first step towards change. Learn how to break free from limiting beliefs that hold you back and adopt an intentional, deliberate approach to guide your brain towards new possibilities. Connect with me:Join my "Beyond Willpower" Masterclass - June 5th, 7 PM Eastern Sign up here. Ready to go deeper? Book your free consultation call and discover how to finally break through the...2025-06-0207 minThis Daring AdventureThe thought running your lifeDo you constantly feel like you're falling short—no matter how hard you work? You’re not alone. In this powerful episode of This Daring Adventure, we're diving into the sneaky thought that’s been quietly running the show: “I’m not enough.”This belief might feel like a fact—but it’s not. And today, I’m showing you exactly how to start breaking free from it. You’ll learn the root of this thinking, how it affects your clarity and confidence, and what you can start doing today to shift into a more empowered, ca...2025-05-2920 minThis Daring AdventureWhy am I not enough?In this mini episode of This Daring Adventure, I address the pervasive thought 'I'm not enough.' We'll discuss how this belief affects our lives, creating anxiety, imposter syndrome, and self-doubt. I provide actionable steps to become aware of and disarm this thought, replacing it with more supportive beliefs. Learn how to build confidence and self-worth through mindset and nervous system work, and discover the ripple effect this can have on all areas of your life. Connect with me:Ready to go deeper? Book your free consultation call and discover how to finally...2025-05-2612 minThis Daring AdventureThe motivation mythAre you tired of starting strong only to lose steam when motivation fades? In this powerful episode, I reveal why discipline beats motivation every time and shares the exact strategies that will transform your approach to achieving your biggest goals.What You'll Learn:The Motivation MythWhy motivation is temporary and unreliable for lasting successThe difference between discipline and willpower (and why it matters)How to build unshakeable self-trust through consistent actionThe Power of RepetitionWhy repetition is the mother of skill (Tony Robbins principle)How to use pain and...2025-05-2215 minThis Daring AdventureWaking up with dread🎙️ Do you wake up with dread, hoping a new job or big change will finally fix everything?In this powerful episode, we dive into a surprising truth:The “one thing” you think will solve your life might not be the real problem at all.If you’ve been telling yourself,“If I could just find the right job, relationship, plan… then I’d feel better”…this conversation is going to change everything.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why your brain latches onto “the one thing” as the answer to your problemsThe hidden rea...2025-05-1909 minThis Daring AdventureYou've outgrown youFeeling stuck? Lost? Like something’s off but you can’t quite name it?You’re not broken. You’ve just outgrown an outdated version of yourself.In this episode, we’re flipping the script on “being lost” and showing you how to evolve on purpose — so you can stop spinning and start becoming the next-level version of you.You’ll learn:Why feeling lost is actually a sign of growthHow to recognize when you’ve outgrown your identity3 powerful steps to start evolving on purposeWhat keeps most women stuck in cycles that no longer fitHo...2025-05-1512 min
Blueprints for Brilliance: Coaching InsightsMidlife Transformation Coaching For Women with Trista GuertinFeeling stuck or overwhelmed in midlife? Midlife transformation coaching helps women break free from uncertainty and step into their next chapter with confidence.In this episode, Trista Guertin shares insights on personal development for women, midlife mindset shifts, and reinvention strategies to help you find clarity and purpose. Learn how women’s empowerment coaching, confidence coaching for women, and transformational coaching for women can guide you toward lasting success.Join Kirsten Graham and Jeanne Willson as they dive into self-growth in midlife, breaking through overwhelm, and leadership in personal growth. If you're ready to create a...2025-05-1416 minThis Daring AdventureFrom Mindset to Money Flow: Tips from Lisa KalminIn this episode of 'This Daring Adventure,' I welcome transformational coach and mindset expert Lisa Kalmin, who shares insights from her 38 years of experience in transformational coaching. Lisa discusses her journey into helping individuals shift their perspectives and achieve financial breakthroughs, emphasizing the importance of money mindset, identifying limiting beliefs, and creating healthy relationships with money. The conversation covers practical techniques such as goal-setting, affirmations, gratitude practices, and vision boards to help listeners attract and maintain financial abundance. Lisa also provides valuable suggestions on overcoming money blocks from childhood and cultural conditioning...2025-05-1332 minThis Daring AdventureRedefine what's possibleIn this mini episode, we explore how to create breakthroughs when feeling stuck. The discussion highlights the role of coaching in overcoming limiting beliefs and emphasizes that breakthroughs are strategic, consistent decisions rather than magical moments. The script provides a four-step framework to unlock potential by avoiding common mistakes such as the comparison trap, waiting for perfect conditions, undervaluing experience, and living from ability instead of capacity. Practical steps are offered, including identifying strengths, setting ambitious goals, and making commitments to change. Key Moments:00:28 Understanding Breakthroughs01:11 Amelia Earhart's Wisdom2025-05-1210 minThis Daring AdventureLiking YourselfIn this episode of This Daring Adventure podcast, I discuss the importance of self-acceptance and how to break free from the cycle of seeking external validation. Through a detailed framework, I explain how to recognize and stop self-abandonment behaviors, rewrite limiting beliefs, build emotional resilience, and take actions aligned with your authentic self. Learning to enjoy the experience of being yourself is key to living a fulfilling life. Key Moments:01:06 The Importance of Self-Liking01:57 Consequences of Not Liking Yourself03:48 Steps to Self-Love06:57 Emotional Strength Training08:07 Acting from...2025-05-0811 minThis Daring AdventureSilent SabotageIn this Mini Episode Monday of This Daring Adventure, we dive into the subconscious assumptions holding you back. Reflecting on a quote from Jack Canfield, we examine how our brains keep us in fear and doubt by assuming against our potential. Learn practical steps to gain awareness, question negative thoughts, and take action from a new, positive belief system.Join the transformation by catching and flipping your negative assumptions and take small, meaningful actions to test your true capabilities. Listen now to challenge your limiting beliefs and uncover your hidden potential....2025-05-0515 minThis Daring AdventureBecoming on purposeIn today’s episode dive deep into one of the most important questions you’ll ever ask yourself:Who are you becoming… on purpose?Too many women stay on autopilot, recycling the past and wondering why nothing changes. But here’s the truth: your future is built by the thoughts you choose today. Not someday. Not after you “get your life together.” Today.What You’ll Learn:Why your identity is not fixed—and how to change it on purposeThe powerful “future self” concept and how to use it da...2025-05-0114 minThis Daring AdventureThriving in career transitions with Holly SmevogIn this episode, I welcome Holly Smevog, a globally certified career counselor from HMS Career Coaching. Holly shares her journey into career coaching and offers valuable insights and strategies for individuals, particularly mid-career professionals, seeking to navigate career transitions. We discuss ageism, transferable skills, and crafting a compelling professional narrative. Holly also details her four-step coaching process, the role of assessments, and how to leverage AI tools like ChatGPT in job searches. Whether you're looking to make a career change, re-enter the workforce, or find more meaning in your professional life, this episode...2025-04-3024 min
The Art Of Imperfect AdultingFrom Humanitarian Aid Worker to Entrepreneur: Trista Guertin's Career Shiftwho shares her inspiring journey from a 20-year career in humanitarian aid to becoming a full-time entrepreneur and life coach. Trista reflects on her experiences traveling the world, the challenges of working in war zones, and how she found her passion for helping midlife women overcome life's transitions.Guest Information:Trista Guertin is a former humanitarian aid worker with over 20 years of experience, having worked in some of the world's most challenging environments. Trista Guertin is now a master coach who specializes in helping women in midlife break free from the cycle of feeling stuck...2025-04-2933 minThis Daring AdventureYou're not confused. You're afraid. And that's good news.In this Mini Episode Monday, we tackle the common feeling of being 'stuck' and the notion of confusion. We explore how confusion often masks deeper fears about pursuing what we truly want. Using a real-life example, the episode breaks down fear-driven paralysis and offers a step-by-step guide to confront and overcome that fear. Learn how to transform fear into actionable growth and take control of your life by making clear, fact-based decisions. I provide practical steps and help you reclaim your power, build self-trust, and create a meaningful future.Key moments:00:26...2025-04-2809 minThis Daring AdventureUncertainty Isn’t the Problem — Your Thoughts AreIf you're in your 40s, 50s, or beyond and searching for your next job or opportunity, this episode is for you.You might be thinking:➤ “The economy’s terrible.”➤ “Companies don’t want someone my age.”➤ “Everything’s stacked against me.”But those thoughts are the real problem. Not the job market. Not your age. Not the world.In this episode, I show you:How your Reticular Activating System (RAS) shapes your realityWhy your thoughts about age and uncertainty are costing you resultsThe exa...2025-04-2419 min
Women are so F*cking Cool!Unstuck & Unapologetic: Trista Guertin on Living Outside the BoxIn this episode, we sit down with Trista Guertin—master coach, podcast host, and fearless advocate for women navigating midlife transitions. With over 20 years of global leadership experience as a humanitarian aid worker across 78 countries—including Angola, Sri Lanka, Yemen, Iraq, and Lebanon—Trista brings a deeply grounded, no-nonsense approach to personal growth and transformation.As the creator of the UNSTUCK Program, a 12-week coaching journey designed to help women rebuild their self-relationship and create sustainable life changes, Trista empowers her clients to reclaim clarity, confidence, and courage. Her work is rooted in the belief that midlife is not...2025-04-1927 minThis Daring AdventureBrilliant Coaching Insights with Bev AronIn this episode of This Daring Adventure, I welcome my mentor and coach, Bev Aron. We discuss Bev's journey into coaching, her innovative deep dive emotional processing technique, and the importance of self-compassion. Bev shares her experiences from speech pathology to healthcare consulting and ultimately finding her passion in life coaching. We delve into the significance of addressing deep-seated emotions, the impact of a compassionate self-witness, and practical tips on holding oneself softly. Listeners will gain insights into evolving professionally and personally, and the power of nurturing a positive self-relationship.Key Moments:2025-04-1727 minThis Daring AdventureLife on auto-pilotFeeling stuck despite having everything? Your life might look fine on paper, but inside you're wondering if this is it. This episode addresses the silent dissatisfaction that many experience when living a life that looks perfect on paper. It explores the concept of abandoning oneself by conforming to others' expectations and living a life of pretense. The key to overcoming this and finding true fulfillment is through naming and confronting one's truth. I introduce 'The Shift,' a 10-week coaching program designed to help women break free from autopilot...2025-04-1604 minThis Daring AdventureHow to overcome thinking that is holding you backIt's mini-episode Monday! Today you'll learn how to stop ruminating and move forward after leaving a job or a relationship. I walk you through my five step process to gaining awareness, recognizing frequent thoughts, processing emotions, refocusing your mindset, and reinforcing new thoughts. This process helps you identify and separate facts from your brain's dramatic interpretations, validate your feelings, release emotions, choose empowered thoughts, and practice them until they become your new reality. Perfect for anyone feeling stuck and ready to move on.Key Moments: 00:00 Introduction: Moving...2025-04-1413 min
Personal Development Trailblazers PodcastStop Feeling ‘Not Enough’ and Start Living Your Full Potential With Trista GuertinWelcome to the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast! In today’s episode, we’ll be talking to women who feel like they’re meant for more and letting them know that they are. Trista Guertin is a master coach and personal development expert who specializes in helping women in midlife break free from the cycle of feeling stuck and overwhelmed. With over 20 years of leadership experience and a deep passion for empowering women, Trista has created the UNSTUCK Program, a transformational 12-week coaching journey designed to help women build better relationships with themselves, uncover their t...2025-04-0720 minThis Daring AdventureRewrite your past, redefine your futureIn this episode of 'This Daring Adventure' podcast, I address a common issue many women face—being stuck in a past-focused mindset. Join me as I explain how the stories we tell about our past can keep us from achieving our future goals. It is important that we shift from past-focused thinking to future-focused thinking and provides practical exercises to help listeners rewrite their past to create a more empowered and successful future. I'll show you how changing the narrative about past experiences can lead to more positive outcomes in life. Ke...2025-03-2711 minThis Daring AdventureAdventures in Travel with Sandy CollingIn this episode of This Daring Adventure podcast, I talk with Sandy Colling, host of the Just Travel With Sandy podcast and founder of Sandy's Travel Lounge. Sandy Colling is a passionate world traveler, originally from Germany, entrepreneur, and guide on a mission to help others explore the world with confidence and ease. Having traveled to 37 countries and speaking three languages, she knows firsthand how enriching and life-changing travel can be—and she believes no one should miss out on the incredible experiences the world has to offer due to fear or overwhelm.As the fo...2025-03-2535 minThis Daring AdventureSelf-AccountabilityIn this mini-episode of This Daring Adventure, I explore the journey of building self-trust and combatting self-doubt. Learn actionable steps to develop self-accountability, set manageable goals, and expect resistance. Discover how to evaluate without judgment and use the past as informative data rather than a hurdle. Join me as I delve into creating a new identity through consistent, small actions, ultimately transforming every area of your life. For those seeking more in-depth support, a discovery call to the Unstuck program is also offered.Key Moments:00:15 Understanding Self-Trust Issues01:02 The...2025-03-2407 minThis Daring AdventureAsking for helpIn this episode of This Daring Adventure podcast, I discuss the importance of asking for help and how it can transform your life, and offer insight into why women often hesitate to seek support.Asking for help is a strategic power move, not a sign of weakness.Key Moments:00:33 Spring Announcements and Masterclass Invitation02:50 The Power of Asking for Help06:35 Why Asking for Help is a Power Move08:22 How Coaching Helps You Get Unstuck10:02 Client Success Story: Sarah's Transformation11:03 Your Turn to Take...2025-03-2012 minThis Daring AdventureExploring Connection: Nature Girl ExpeditionsIn this episode of 'This Daring Adventure' podcast, host Trista Guertin interviews Michelle Lucy, the owner of Nature Girl Expeditions. Operating in the Niagara region, Canada, Michelle shares her journey of starting the business during the COVID-19 pandemic, offering women-only outdoor activities, and creating connections through nature. They discuss the importance of female camaraderie, physical and mental wellness, and Michelle's expansion into international tours like hiking Machu Picchu and exploring the Amazon rainforest. Michelle's story emphasizes the significance of following one's passion, no matter the stage in life.You can find...2025-03-1925 minThis Daring AdventureWhy "I'm inconsistent" is a lieIn this mini episode Monday, learn how to reframe your beliefs about consistency that might be holding you back. Discover how your thoughts about being inconsistent are just beliefs, and not facts, and how they can trap you in a cycle of self-doubt. By recognizing the ways you already show up consistently in daily life, and shifting to more empowering thoughts, you can create the momentum needed to achieve your goals. Find out strategies to change your mindset and take action, and learn about the Unstuck coaching program specifically designed to help women...2025-03-1705 minThis Daring AdventureMastering menopause weight loss with Dr. Bruna GalobardesIn this episode of This Daring Adventure podcast, I speak with Dr. Bruna Galobardes, a life coach specializing in menopause weight loss. We discuss Bruna's transition from health research to coaching, the unique challenges women face with weight during menopause, and her successful approach to addressing these issues. Topics include the effects of aging and hormonal changes on weight, the limited impact of exercise and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) on weight loss, and practical strategies for managing food cravings and behaviors. Bruna also shares her own experience of giving up alcohol and offers...2025-03-1337 min
Kelly Oliver DougallThere's nothing wrong with you - Kelly Oliver Dougall talks to Trista GuertinSend us a textSummaryIn this conversation, Trista Guertin shares her journey from humanitarian aid work to life coaching, emphasizing the importance of self-care and mental health. She discusses the challenges faced while working in conflict zones, the emotional toll of helping displaced individuals, and the insights gained from coaching women worldwide. Trista highlights the common struggles women face regarding self-worth and the power of group dynamics in coaching. In this conversation, Trista Guertin shares her journey as a new entrepreneur, discussing the challenges and learning curves she faces while building her business. She emphasizes the importance...2025-03-1243 min
Just Travel with SandyEpisode 9: Travel, Trust & Transformation with Trista GuertinIn this inspiring episode, I’m joined by Trista Guertin, a master coach, personal development expert, and passionate traveler who has explored 78 countries (and counting!). Trista’s global journey began as a humanitarian aid worker, taking her to some of the world’s most remote and challenging places. Along the way, she gathered not only passport stamps but also life-changing lessons about resilience, self-trust, and the power of stepping into the unknown.Today, Trista channels that wisdom into her work as a coach, helping women in midlife break free from feeling stuck and overwhelmed. Through her si...2025-03-0632 minThis Daring AdventureGreater visibility with Kelly SinclairIn this episode of This Daring Adventure podcast, I welcome guest Kelly Sinclair, CEO of KS& Co, a visibility coaching and brand strategy expert. Kelly shares her journey from corporate PR to entrepreneurship, including the pivotal moments that led her to start her own business. The discussion covers essential strategies for entrepreneurs to build confidence and visibility, the importance of consistent effort in marketing, and actionable tips for overcoming fear and imposter syndrome. Kelly also introduces her 10-minutes-a-day visibility habit and provides a toolkit to help entrepreneurs effectively reach their audience and grow...2025-02-1835 min
It's Your Choice! with Sally Pederson.Breaking Free from Stuckness: How to Redefine Your Life with Trista GuertinFeeling stuck in life, unsure of what’s next?Trista Guertin, a former humanitarian aid worker turned coach, shares powerful insights on breaking free from limiting beliefs, overcoming fear, and embracing personal growth. She works with midlife women who have checked all the boxes—career, family, success—yet feel unfulfilled. Learn how to manage your mind, set boundaries, and redefine what’s possible in your life. If you’re ready for change but don’t know where to start, this conversation will inspire you to step into your next adventure.🔗Connect with Trista Guertin:🌎Website:tristaguertin.comThis Dari...2025-02-1042 minThis Daring AdventureWasted TimeIn this episode, I focus on the theme of 'Wasted Time' and explore the common fear of making mistakes and wasting time on ventures that may not turn out as expected. The episode then delves into the misconception of wasted time, discussing how common it is to fear making the wrong choices in life, whether it's in pursuing education, relationships, or career changes. I share insights on how to manage these fears by understanding the brain's protective mechanisms, committing to decisions, and using mindset work and self-coaching to navigate through uncertainties. You have...2024-04-1827 minThis Daring AdventureLife by Design - The Magic of Micro ActionsIn Episode 60 of the This Daring Adventure podcast, I discuss the transformative potential of micro actions—small, manageable tasks that contribute to larger goals. Micro actions have the powerful potential to radically alter the trajectory of our lives, because small, manageable tasks will contribute to achieving larger goals, especially when combined with consistency and persistence. By incorporating micro actions into various areas of our life, these small adjustments, like a ship's rudder, can lead to significant changes over time. I shares personal insights and examples, such as meditation, journaling, and habit tracking, to il...2024-03-0716 minThis Daring AdventureCelebrate Your WinsWelcome to episode 59!In this episode, I dive into the topic of celebrating your wins. Taking time each day and reflecting on your "wins" - things that you did well, accomplished or achieved some sort of success in, is beneficial for so many reasons. This is something that I am now incorporating into my daily journaling practice. It boosts motivation and helps keep me in an abundance mindset. Join me to learn more about how this practice can help keep you on track on achieving your goals and creating the life you want. 2024-02-2918 minThis Daring AdventureThe Power of Self-Image In episode 58 of This Daring Adventure podcast, I talk about the significant role self-image plays in personal growth and achievement, as well as our overall success.I explain the concept of self-image and its formation, emphasizing how it is often crafted unconsciously and holds us back from exploring potential opportunities, and I outline the need to consciously create a strong, positive self-image in order to successfully achieve personal goals. I explore practical exercises such as creating awareness about our own self-image, visualizing our desired self, journaling, and adopting an act-as-if approach. I share how these...2024-02-1521 minThis Daring AdventureReflect, Write, Grow: The Power of JournalingIn this week's episode, I do a deep dive into my journaling practice. Journaling is one of the most important tools I use for managing my mind and propelling my growth. Join me as I share the different components of my daily practice and why they are important. If you're interested in trying coaching, here's your chance! Book a private 1-hour coaching session. If you want to talk about any aspect of your life, including how to create a life that is authentically yours, you can book a private coaching session with me. Click on the link...2024-02-0827 minThis Daring AdventureBack on Track for 2024In this episode, I talk a little about how challenging 2023 was and how I am now getting myself back on track for 2024. While reflecting on the upcoming 12 months, I've been thinking a lot about how I want to feel in December 2024, and in which areas I want to experience results. I plan on taking micro-action each day to move myself forward and am looking forward to the opportunity to grow, learn and transform.I speak about committing to doing the daily work on my mindset so that my brain doesn't take me off track and...2024-01-2526 min