We did it! 🎉 My book Brighter Days officially made the Best Seller list in multiple categories and I couldn’t be more thrilled and grateful for all the love and support I’ve received from this amazing community. 💛 If you haven’t grabbed your copy yet, the eBook is still just 99 cents on Amazon for a limited time! 👉 https://a.co/d/dR7K9Xe Thank you for helping me spread this message of hope, healing, and empowerment. Let’s keep the momentum going — brighter days are here! ☀️ This week’s episod...
Jul 22, 2025•8 min•Season 3Ep. 129
In this deeply personal and reflective episode of Don’t Shrink to Fit , Claudia Noriega-Bernstein shares a vulnerable moment that many of us can relate to—a heartfelt gesture misunderstood, and the emotional unraveling that followed. While planning a dream family trip to Tuscany, I envisioned a beautiful photoshoot with my daughters, complete with dresses and joyful memories but when the idea wasn’t received with the enthusiasm I expected, I was met with disappointment, hurt, and a sense of reje...
Jul 22, 2025•8 min•Season 3Ep. 129
My book Brighter Days is now available on Kindle and eBook — and for a limited time, you can grab it for just 99 cents ! PLUS — if you email me your proof of purchase, to BrighterDaysbook@gmail.com I’ll send you my downloadable workbook “Unstuck” as a free gift to keep your momentum going.https://a.co/d/axftHbc The Award-winning Don't Shrink to Fit Podcast has Tally Koren this week! In this powerful and heart-opening episode, I sit down with the radiant Tally Koren — singer, songwriter, and spir...
Jul 15, 2025•46 min•Season 3Ep. 128
It’s here! 🎉 You can now pre-order the 5th Anniversary Edition of my book Brighter Days: 88 Life Lessons for Women Who Want to Grow in Confidence, Resilience, and Courage. For a limited time , grab the eBook for just 99 cents , and as a thank-you for your early support, you’ll also receive my upcoming workbook Unstuck: A Guide to Finding Joy and Purpose (coming this fall) completely free —my gift to you, with gratitude. 👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FH2L82VB?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2Ijoi...
Jul 08, 2025•42 min•Season 3Ep. 127
In today’s episode of Don’t Shrink to Fit, I sit down with someone I deeply admire—not just as a friend, but as a fierce and intentional mother—Efrat Amira. We dive into the realities of raising kids across cultures—what’s beautiful, what’s hard, and what we’ve both had to unlearn along the way. Efrat opens up about her decision to homeschool, how she built her children’s education around curiosity and connection, and why she’s now open to exploring new educational paths. We also talk about: ✨ W...
Jul 01, 2025•53 min•Season 3Ep. 126
Being a woman in today’s world comes with invisible expectations that are quietly making us sick — literally. Did you know women have an 80% higher chance of developing an autoimmune condition? This month, I want to focus on something we don’t do enough: helping ourselves. Helping ourselves be healthier mentally, emotionally, and physically — not just for a moment, but for real, lasting wellness. That’s why this week on the podcast, I’m so excited to share my conversation with Vicki Padovano . V...
Jun 24, 2025•43 min•Season 3Ep. 125
This week, I’m so excited to share a conversation that feels perfectly aligned with what I want for all of us right now — deep healing for our soul, mind, and body . Recently, I booked what I thought was just going to be a simple facial — but I left that room feeling completely different: more present, more at peace, and even free of the back pain I walked in with. The magic ingredient? Reiki , sound vibration, and energy work. I knew I had to bring my dear friend and Reiki Master Siri Baruc Tho...
Jun 17, 2025•43 min•Season 3Ep. 124
In this juicy episode of Don’t Shrink to Fit , I sit down with love strategist and author Michelle Chung, joining us all the way from Australia, to talk about something so many ambitious, self-sufficient women wonder: Can I attract a partner who truly aligns with who I am—without dating burnout or settling? Michelle shares her powerful journey from divorce to manifesting a deeply aligned relationship, and breaks down why core values—not chemistry or hobbies—should lead the way. Whether you’re si...
Jun 10, 2025•45 min•Season 3Ep. 123
In this powerful and heartfelt episode of Don’t Shrink to Fit , I get real about one of the hardest truths for modern parents: the fine line between supporting our adult children and enabling them. Drawing from my own experience as a mom of three daughters, I share personal stories, practical tools, and insights from research, including why 76% of parents who financially support their adult children suffer negative consequences. From boundaries to budgets, steak dinners to Uber Eats, this conver...
Jun 03, 2025•12 min•Season 3Ep. 122
In this deeply moving episode of the Award winning Don’t Shrink to Fit , I welcome Dr. Devin DeGreif—a somatic therapist, embodiment coach, and author of Good Grief —to explore one of life’s hardest yet most transformative experiences: grief . Devin shares her personal story of losing her mother to a traumatic and unexpected murder, and how that moment catapulted her into profound depression, spiritual awakening, and eventually, a life of purpose. We talk about what it means to sit fully with pa...
May 26, 2025•32 min•Season 3Ep. 121
Have you ever felt the pull to write a book but stopped yourself because you weren’t sure your story mattered? You’re not alone. This week, I sit down with Amanda Johnson, a strategist, coach, and guide for high-performing professionals who feel stuck when trying to put their wisdom into words. Amanda helps her clients use the power of storytelling not just to publish—but to heal. In this episode, we explore: Why writing your story feels vulnerable (and how to work through it) The surprising hea...
May 20, 2025•55 min•Ep. 120
In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode of Don’t Shrink to Fit , I reflect on the deep emotional wounds caused by growing up with a narcissistic parent—a topic that resonates with many, especially in the days following Mother’s Day. I share my personal story and break down what narcissism really is through the lens of Dr. Brené Brown’s research, highlighting the powerful connection between narcissism, shame, and empathy. This episode is not about blame—it’s about understanding, healing, and re...
May 13, 2025•9 min•Season 3Ep. 119
In this enlightening episode of Don’t Shrink to Fit , I sit down with the incredible Jenn Trepeck—wellness coach, nutrition expert, and host of Salad with a Side of Fries —to explore what it really means to nourish your body without dieting, guilt, or confusion. Jenn shares her powerful journey from the corporate world to coaching and how her own struggles with health and weight led her to a more holistic, empowering approach to food. We dive deep into the myths we’ve been taught about “eating l...
May 06, 2025•51 min•Season 3Ep. 118
I don’t know where you are in this journey, but I want to invite you to listen to my latest podcast episode with Anna VanAgtmael . Like me, Anna had a life-altering awakening that led her to pivot and create a more aligned life, and guess what? Now she holds retreats too. If you're ready to get curious about your own path, your femininity, or what it means to be held in community, this episode is for you. And if you’re a guy reading this—share it with your mom, sister, partner, or a friend. You ...
Apr 29, 2025•32 min•Season 3Ep. 117
This episode is one of the most personal and emotional ones I’ve ever recorded. It’s not just about motherhood, or healing, or family—it’s about my journey of unbecoming the “good girl” I was told I should be, and finally becoming the woman I was always meant to be. For decades, I tried to earn a kind of love that should have been given freely. I over-gave, over-delivered, and shrank myself to fit into a mold that never truly fit me. I wore the “good girl” costume so well, hoping it would lead t...
Apr 22, 2025•13 min•Season 3Ep. 116
In this heartfelt and empowering episode of Don’t Shrink to Fit , I sit down with author, coach, and storyteller Emily Florence for an inspiring conversation on courage, authenticity, and the power of trusting your inner voice. Emily shares her bold journey of leaving law school just days after starting, walking away from a life that looked “successful” on the outside but felt misaligned within. From listening to the whispers of her intuition to becoming a published author and working with globa...
Apr 15, 2025•53 min•Season 3Ep. 115
In this inspiring episode of the Award wining Don’t Shrink to Fit Podcast , I sit down with the radiant and grounded Candace Dunaway—creator of the beautiful six-part video series The Mild Side of Wild . Candace is a passionate storyteller, nature lover, and gratitude practitioner whose mission is to help others reconnect with the natural world, find joy in everyday moments, and embrace a more active, intentional life. We talked about her journey, her deep connection with Mother Nature, and how ...
Apr 08, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 114
This week on my podcast Don't Shrink to Fit , I dive into this very topic with the incredible Kate Kripke , a maternal and child mental health expert, therapist, and author of Reinventing Supermom . Kate has spent over two decades helping high-achieving moms navigate the emotional weight of motherhood, breaking through anxiety, guilt, and burnout to create a more authentic and fulfilling experience for themselves and their children. In our conversation, we explore: ✨ Why women feel conditioned t...
Apr 01, 2025•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 113
In this heartfelt and powerful episode of Don’t Shrink to Fit , Claudia explores the essential role trust plays in our lives—especially in the way we raise our children and show up for ourselves. From building trust through consistency to understanding how secrets can form when trust is broken, this episode offers insight, tools, and a personal story that highlights how trust can shape confidence, self-worth, and lifelong emotional health. Claudia shares how she built a foundation of trust with ...
Mar 25, 2025•12 min•Season 3Ep. 112
This week on Don't Shrink to Fit , I had the privilege of sitting down with the incredible Lori Pappas —a woman who has shattered expectations, defied societal norms, and lived life entirely on her own terms. Lori’s story is a testament to resilience, choice, and the magic of saying YES —not just to opportunities, but to yourself. She shares her journey from overcoming a challenging childhood to building a successful business in a male-dominated industry, redefining success on her own terms, and...
Mar 18, 2025•52 min•Season 3Ep. 111
In the latest episode of Don't Shrink to Fit , I had the pleasure of speaking with the incredible Rachel Madorsky about empowerment, self-love, and shifting the way we approach boundaries in our lives. Have you ever had one of those moments where a single conversation shifts something inside you? Where words resonate so deeply that you feel like you’re being seen, understood, and guided—all at the same time? That’s exactly what happened in today’s episode. My guest, Rachel, brought so much wisdo...
Mar 11, 2025•51 min•Season 3Ep. 110
What does it mean to belong? For many immigrants, the answer is complicated. In this episode of Don't Shrink to Fit , I sit down with Fabiola Noriega-Danera , who shares her powerful journey of immigrating to the U.S., moving back to Peru, and then returning once again—only to realize that a sense of home isn’t tied to a place, but to who we are. We dive into the emotional complexities of feeling torn between two cultures , the struggle of fitting in vs. belonging , and the resilience it takes t...
Mar 04, 2025•36 min•Season 3Ep. 109
In this powerful and deeply personal episode of the Award winning podcast Don't Shrink to Fit , I sit down with Vevian Vozmediano , a trauma-informed mental health coach who helps women release stored emotions tied to their past and reconnect with the parts of themselves they’ve been too afraid to explore alone. Vevian shares her courageous journey of self-discovery, the emotional price she had to pay to distance herself from family due to religious beliefs, and the profound transformation that ...
Feb 25, 2025•54 min•Season 3Ep. 108
Have you ever found yourself trying to fix things for the people you love? Whether it’s your child, partner, or friend, we want to help. We want to make things easier. But what if, instead of helping, we’re actually holding them back? In this week’s episode of the Award winning Don't Shrink to Fit Podcast , I’m diving into a tough but necessary conversation: the difference between helping and enabling. For years, I thought I was supporting my daughters by stepping in, solving problems, and shiel...
Feb 18, 2025•19 min•Season 3Ep. 107
What if your emotions were the key to unlocking messages from Spirit? When life feels frightening or uncertain… what if the answers are already within you? On this episode of the award-winning Don't Shrink to Fit podcast , I sit down with the brilliant Sherianna Boyle , author of 11 books, including the Emotional Detox series, Energy in Action , and her latest, Just Ask Spirit . Sherianna shares how our emotions and Spirit, working together, provide infinite resources for healing, clarity, love,...
Feb 11, 2025•56 min•Season 3Ep. 106
Have you ever felt guilty for taking time for yourself or prioritizing your own well-being? That’s about to change! Welcome to Don’t Shrink to Fit – the winner of the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the Coaching category! On this episode of my award-winning podcast, Don't Shrink to Fit , I’m thrilled to welcome Liz Clifton , who is here to share powerful insights on how to give ourselves permission to pause, embrace self-love, and practice self-care without guilt . Why is important to pause? ✨...
Feb 04, 2025•41 min•Season 3Ep. 105
🎙️ Welcome to Don’t Shrink to Fit – the winner of the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the Coaching category! In this enlightening episode of the Don't Shrink to Fit podcast, we’re joined by Mandy Rees , founder of Mother for Life and a passionate advocate for women’s emotional well-being. Together, we dive into the raw realities of pregnancy and motherhood—the excitement, the doubts, the ever-evolving identity, and the crucial need for genuine support. From postpartum depression to the import...
Jan 28, 2025•52 min•Season 3Ep. 104
🎙️ Welcome to Don’t Shrink to Fit – the winner of the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the Coaching category! In this episode I’m joined by an extraordinary mother-daughter duo, Ariel and Theresa, who turned unimaginable pain into a powerful mission to impact and empower others. After experiencing the devastating loss of their brother and son to suicide, Ariel and Theresa found themselves lost in grief, struggling to survive. Instead of staying in the darkness, they embarked on a healing journ...
Jan 21, 2025•51 min•Season 3Ep. 103
🎙️ Welcome to Don’t Shrink to Fit – the winner of the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the Coaching category! This week, I’m thrilled to share with you a very special guest on Don't Shrink to Fit : Debra Hillard, an extraordinary artist and energy worker who considers herself a modern-day shaman. At 70 years old, Debra has embraced her authentic self, creating unique pieces of art that are so much more than what meets the eye—they are medicine for the soul. Debra’s paintings are born from a de...
Jan 14, 2025•36 min•Season 3Ep. 102
🎙️ Welcome to Don’t Shrink to Fit – the winner of the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the Coaching category! In this powerful episode, I have a very raw and informative conversation with Cassandra Love Lambert, a trauma-trained somatic transformational coach and author, to discuss the raw and often misunderstood journey of healing from childhood trauma. Cassandra shares her deeply personal story of overcoming childhood abuse, exploring the complexities of emotions tied to trauma, such as the ...
Jan 07, 2025•39 min•Season 3Ep. 101
