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Leading Yourself

Carolina de Arribaleadingyourselfpodcast.com
This is your go-to podcast for personal growth, career and leadership development, habits, relationships, and more. Each episode is packed with insights, tools, and strategies to help you unlock your full potential and become the best version of yourself. Join me for real conversations, tough love, and practical advice to help you take action and create the life you want. No fluff—just the mindset shifts and habits that lead to real results. If you’re ready to stop waiting and start growing you are in the right place. Welcome to The Leading Yourself Podcast!
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Episodes

315: Tell the Truth, Take New Ground: A Conversation with Dan Tocchini

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dan Tocchini —executive coach, transformation catalyst, and founder of Take New Ground . Dan’s work has had a profound impact on me personally and professionally, and I’m thrilled to bring this conversation to you. We talk about: Why transformation > change , and what most people get wrong What it means to “tell the truth” —and why that’s where real growth begins The concept of identity patterning and how to break the invisible scripts that limit us W...

Aug 18, 202550 minSeason 6Ep. 315

314: 6 Lessons in 6 Years of Podcasting

Six years. Hundreds of episodes. Countless conversations. And more lessons than I can count. In this special anniversary episode, I’m sharing the six biggest lessons I’ve learned from 6 years behind the mic — lessons about starting before you feel ready, showing up consistently, embracing your unique voice, letting go of perfection, staying open to unscripted magic, and evolving along the way. Whether you’ve been with me since episode one or you’re just joining the journey, these lessons apply f...

Aug 15, 202525 minSeason 6Ep. 314

313: Redefining Productivity: What I’ve Learned as a Certified Productivity Coach

Today’s episode is a really special one because I get to share something new and exciting with you: I recently became a certified productivity coach! Now, I didn’t go into this certification because I wanted another title or to check another box. I pursued it because productivity has been a deeply personal journey for me—as a working mom, a leader, a podcaster, and someone who’s been in that space of burnout and "doing too much" more times than I’d like to admit. In this episode, I want to share...

Aug 11, 202532 minSeason 6Ep. 313

312: 5 Rituals to Close the Month with Intention

We’re wrapping up another month, and I want to talk to you about something I’ve come to truly treasure. It’s subtle—but powerful. You see, there’s this shift that happens at the end of the month. And if we’re not paying attention, it’s easy to miss. Life gets busy—emails, meetings, laundry, routines—and before we know it, we’re flipping the calendar again. But over the years—as a coach, as a leader, as a mom—I’ve learned to see the end of the month as a checkpoint , a pause to reflect not just o...

Aug 04, 202535 min

311: The 5 Hobbies Everyone Needs in Their Lives

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Jul 28, 202532 minSeason 6Ep. 311

310: Listen to This Before You Quit Your Job

Quitting your job might feel like freedom, but if you do it for the wrong reasons, it can become one of the biggest regrets of your career. Before you hand in your resignation letter, there’s something really important you need to think about. Because here’s the truth: A lot of people get this part wrong. And it costs them. They leave one job only to recreate the same problems somewhere else: the burnout, the boredom, the feeling of being stuck, the resentment, the identity confusion. Before you...

Jul 21, 202523 minSeason 6Ep. 310

309: The 10 Best Questions I’ve Ever Asked Myself (That Changed Everything)

I want to talk about questions —not the ones other people ask you, but the ones you ask yourself. You see, I’ve always been someone who reflects. But I haven’t always been someone who asks better questions. For a long time, I asked myself things like: “Why can’t I figure this out?” “What’s wrong with me?” “Why isn’t this working?” And you know what those kinds of questions get you? Shame. Frustration. Stuckness. But when I started learning how to ask more empowering questions —curious questions,...

Jul 14, 202536 minSeason 6Ep. 309

308: How I Travel Intentionally (and Come Back Recharged)

This isn’t just another travel recap. In this episode, I’m sharing how I intentionally plan, pack, and pause to get the most out of vacation — and come back truly recharged. From designing rest into the experience to the little rituals that keep me grounded while exploring the world, plus one big life lesson I brought back with me: don’t wait for someday. Say yes to joy now. Here is my must-haves when traveling: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ckdCKYOsq784FOjalmi-6bThHBWmGxbY/view?usp=sharing...

Jul 07, 202534 minSeason 6Ep. 308

Morning Brew: July Detox

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Jul 05, 20257 min

307: Mid-Year Check in & Reboot

This week I want to walk you through something that I do every single year and that I actually just did a couple of days ago for myself. It's something that I always share with my clients and community, and I’ve found it to be super helpful: a mid-year check-in and reset. If you’re someone who starts the year with a lot of motivation, goals, resolutions, and intentions, but somehow halfway through the year, you’ve lost sight of them—or you’re not where you thought you’d be—this episode is for yo...

Jun 23, 202532 minSeason 6Ep. 307

Morning Brew: Vacation Mode: Activated

Ready to unplug without unraveling? In this episode, I’m sharing how I’m preparing for vacation — not just with packing lists, but with intention. From setting boundaries to choosing joy, you’ll hear five simple ways to make your time off truly restorative. Whether you’re heading to the beach or just taking a break from the grind, this is your invitation to rest on purpose .

Jun 21, 202510 min

306: Elevate Your Life

In this episode we’re talking about something I hold close to my heart — something that started as a birthday Plan B and turned into a beautiful, meaningful tradition that’s changed not only my life, but the lives of hundreds of others: Thrive Conference . This year’s theme? Elevate. And in this episode, I want to unpack what that really means, why it matters now more than ever, and how you can start elevating your life today — in ways that are grounded, personal, and powerful. THRIVE 2025 is co...

Jun 16, 202541 minSeason 6Ep. 306

Morning Brew: Stop Dimming, Start Aligning

“Every time you dim your authentic expression to avoid being a disruption to others, you instead become a disruption to your own alignment — and nothing is more painful than that in the long term.”

Jun 14, 20257 min

305: 10 Things to Let Go Of to Live a Lighter, Fuller Life

Today we’re doing something a little different in this episode. Instead of focusing on doing more, pushing harder, or adding new goals to your plate — we’re flipping the script. Today, we’re talking about letting go. Because sometimes, growth doesn’t come from piling more on. It comes from releasing what’s no longer serving you. Clearing the mental clutter. Softening the grip. Making space. So in this episode, I’m walking you through 10 powerful things you may need to let go of —to create space ...

Jun 09, 202524 minSeason 6Ep. 305

Morning Brew: Joyful June

Today’s episode is all about something we all want more of—but often forget to prioritize: joy . We’re kicking off what I’m calling Joyful June —an intentional invitation to stop postponing joy, and instead choose it on purpose. This month, I’m setting five personal intentions around joy—and I’ll be sharing them with you. I’ll also walk you through a few micro-goals to bring joy into your daily life, and—because you know I love a good challenge—I’ve created a simple Joy Challenge you can join in...

Jun 07, 202510 min

304: Getting 1% More Curious Every Day - A Better Way to Get Better

Today’s episode is a bit of a reframe. You’ve probably heard the phrase, “Get 1% better every day.” I’ve said it. I’ve believed it. I still do in many ways. But lately, I’ve been thinking… what if instead of trying to get better at everything, we tried getting 1% more curious? Not just about our goals, but about ourselves. Our thoughts. Our patterns. Our choices. Our joy. Because in my own life, curiosity has been one of the most powerful forces for growth. And today, I want to invite you into t...

Jun 02, 202522 minSeason 6Ep. 304

Morning Brew: Take up Space

“You deserve to take up space. The world needs you exactly as you are—with your gifts and your imperfections.”

May 31, 20254 min

303: When Achievement Isn’t Enough: Creating a Life That Feels Like Yours

What happens when you hit the goals, earn the title, and check every box… and still feel like something’s missing? In this episode of Leading Yourself , I share the personal journey that led me to question the definition of success I had followed for years—and what it looked like to start rewriting it on my own terms. We’ll talk about the difference between achievement and alignment, the uncomfortable “in-between” season, and how to start designing a life and career that actually feels like your...

May 26, 202526 minSeason 6Ep. 303

302: Reignite - Finding Your Spark Again

If you’ve been feeling a little stuck lately... a little disconnected from your energy, your motivation, or your joy—this episode is for you. This month, my word is Reignite . And it’s been speaking to me on so many levels—my routines, my relationships, my creativity, and even how I see myself. So today, I want to walk you through what it means to reignite your life, your career, your habits, your joy. We’re going to talk about: Why feeling "off" is more common than we think What reigniting actu...

May 19, 202531 minSeason 6Ep. 302

6m Club: Success

“Success is liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking how you do it.”

May 17, 20253 min

301: 10 Lessons I've Learned Being a Mom

Today’s episode is extra close to my heart. It’s Mother’s Day—and whether you’re celebrating with your family, remembering your own mother, or navigating this day with mixed emotions, I want to hold space for all of it. As for me? I’m the proud mom of two incredible humans—one is 16, navigating teenagehood with curiosity and confidence, and the other is 8, still in that magical age where hugs are frequent and giggles come easy. Being their mom has been the most transformational role of my life. ...

May 12, 202534 minSeason 6Ep. 301

300: Turning Fear of Change Into Fuel for Growth

Today, we’re diving into a topic that we all struggle with at some point— change. Why does it feel so scary? Why do we resist it, even when we know deep down that it could lead to something better? And most importantly, how do we shift our mindset from fearing change to embracing it as an opportunity for growth? Let’s get into it!

May 05, 202521 minSeason 6Ep. 300
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