The Bigger Braver Life Show

In this episode of The Bigger Braver Life Show, I explore the intersection of leadership, motherhood, and sustainable business growth with: Stefanie Julia a business coach for coaches who helps turn passion into profit by attracting clients on autopilot. With 13 years in Homeland Security Investigations and a top-rated fitness coaching program, Stefanie brings a rare blend of operational rigor and entrepreneurial heart—serving 200K+ people each month and featured by ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC.Leadership isn’t just about launches or revenue. It’s about presence. It’s about capacity. It’s about the nervous system health of the leader, especially in seasons of pregnancy, postpartum, and identity shifts.I believe leadership is personal before it’s professional. The culture you create and the results you deliver start with your inner stability. If you’re bootstrapping maternity leave, pivoting offers, or rebuilding confidence after a hard season, this conversation is your invitation to pair clarity with capacity so your strategy actually supports your life.In this episode, we discuss:Maternity leave as a founder: mapping benefits, funding the gap, and building a practical runway as a solopreneur.Fast cash vs. sustainable growth: how Stefanie pivoted to VIP Days for immediate revenue while setting up a long-term client attraction system.Systems that sell while you rest: simple, repeatable structures for DMs, lead magnets, and micro-offers that keep momentum going.Mindset + nervous system shifts: gratitude practices, vibration-raising routines, and why regulation precedes consistent sales.Identity after baby (and business pivots): letting go of timelines, releasing the fantasy, and returning to aligned strategy.Succession & safety nets: professional wills, emergency plans, and light-touch team support during leave.Resources that helped: The Law of Attraction (Esther Hicks) and The Magic (Rhonda Byrne) for daily gratitude structure.Remember:Strategy works best when your nervous system is on board.It’s okay to pivot in Q4 bring the structure and the belief.Dream without self-editing. Your plan should support the life you actually want.Start your self-development journey with Angela:Private 1:1 Leadership & Mindset CoachingConnect with Stefanie Julia:Instagram: @StefanieJulia Discover Your Aligned Client Attraction Quiz: https://thevipcoaches.com/quiz  Join our free community The Client Attraction Lab:  https://thevipcoaches.com/community Contact Angela at [email protected] and join the newsletter today!Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the Podcast and leave a review so it reaches more leaders like you!You can reach Angela here: Instagram & LinkedIn @theangelamariewilliamsLearn more, add more resources to your toolkit, and apply to work with Angela here: https://www.angelamarie.co/Music Credit: Produced by G-Rod*While Angela is a licensed psychotherapist, this show is purely for educational and entertainment purposes only, and is not a substitute for mental health treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal health advice.

In this episode of The Bigger Braver Life Show, I explore the intersection of leadership, identity, and nervous-system health in parenting with my guest, Abigail Wald mother of two, renowned parenting mentor, and host whose shows have surpassed 1.5M downloads. Abigail helps families (including therapists, pediatricians, and public figures) navigate tough, in-the-moment challenges while crafting a meaningful family story across the full 18-year arc of childhood.Leadership isn’t just for boardrooms it begins at home. It’s about presence, regulation, and how we lead ourselves in the hardest moments especially with strong-willed or highly sensitive kids.I believe leadership is personal before it’s professional. The culture you create at work and at home starts with your inner capacity. If you’re burned out, grieving the “plan” you thought you’d have, or stuck in daily power struggles, this conversation is your invitation to trade fantasy for reality, regulate first, and build the family story you actually want.In this episode, we discuss:Strong-willed & highly sensitive kids: why a one-size-fits-all method fails—and what tailored, compassionate structure looks like.From fantasy to leadership: releasing the “supposed to” script and leading the family you actually have.Matrescence & identity: the under-discussed transition into motherhood (and how to navigate the grief, rage, and rebirth).Nervous-system leadership at home: self-regulation, emotional mastery, and how your state sets the tone.Practical tools that work: rituals, sensory-smart snacks/structures, and repair for those “I lost it” moments.Abigail’s story of solving real problems: kangaroo care advocacy, founding the YES Bar, and building family systems that honor who each child truly is.Legacy in parenting: shaping a multi-generational ripple by raising humans—not perfect followers.Remember:You can’t lead what you won’t feel. Regulate first; strategy second.Let go of the fantasy to love the family in front of you.Consistency beats perfection repair keeps relationships safe.Resources & Next StepsStart your self-development journey with Angela:Private 1:1 Leadership & Mindset CoachingLake Como Leadership Retreat — limited spots for female leaders; transformational, restorative, intentionalConnect with Abigail Wald: Website: motherflippingawesome.com • abigailwald.comTune into Abigails Podcast- Mother Flipping Awesomehttps://abigailwald.com/resourceshttps://abigailwald.com/contacthttps://www.tiktok.com/@motherflippingawesomehttps://www.instagram.com/motherflippingawesome/Contact Angela at [email protected] and join the newsletter today!Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the Podcast and leave a review so it reaches more leaders like you!You can reach Angela here: Instagram & LinkedIn @theangelamariewilliamsLearn more, add more resources to your toolkit, and apply to work with Angela here: https://www.angelamarie.co/Music Credit: Produced by G-Rod*While Angela is a licensed psychotherapist, this show is purely for educational and entertainment purposes only, and is not a substitute for mental health treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal health advice.

In this episode of The Bigger Braver Life Show, I cover the intersection of leadership, legacy, and healing through visibility with my guest, Jasmin Haley, CEO of Legacy Scaler® Consulting Firm, an award-winning speaker, author, and educator helping changemakers amplify their voice, build wealth through speaking, and live a legacy-driven life.Leadership isn’t just about strategy, systems, or success metrics. It’s about the heart. It’s about healing. It’s about the nervous system health of the leader and the courage to share your story even when fear and old narratives tell you to stay small.I believe leadership is personal before it’s professional. The culture you create, the impact you make, and the legacy you leave all begin with your willingness to do the inner work. This conversation is your invitation to redefine visibility, move through fear, and show up for your calling, not just for you, but for the generations watching.In this episode, we discuss:Legacy-driven leadership: how every decision, intention, and interaction shapes the impact you’ll leave behind.Burnout & trauma recovery: Jasmine’s powerful story of healing from grief, toxic workplaces, and burnout and choosing alignment over survival.Taking the leap: why clarity rarely comes before action and how to keep moving forward even when the path feels foggy.Breaking generational patterns: understanding trauma’s biological imprint and choosing differently to change your legacy.Finding your voice: how speaking your story transforms both your life and the lives of others and how to monetize that impact.Overcoming false stories: releasing fear of rejection, perfectionism, and scarcity to step into purpose.Practical steps to start speaking: crafting your signature talk, pitching yourself, and leveraging your intellectual property.Remember:You don’t need to know every step, just the next one.Your voice is your legacy. There are people waiting to hear it.Consistency, alignment, and authenticity build success not perfection.Resources & Next StepsStart your self-development journey with Angela:Private 1:1 Leadership & Mindset CoachingLake Como Leadership Reset — limited spots for female leaders; transformational, restorative, intentionalConnect with Jasmin Haley, CEO of Legacy Scaler® Consulting Firm:Website: https://www.legacyscaler.com Instagram: @thejasminhaleyContact Angela at [email protected] and join the newsletter today!Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the Podcast and leave a review so it reaches more leaders like you!You can reach Angela here: Instagram & LinkedIn @theangelamariewilliamsLearn more, add more resources to your toolkit, and apply to work with Angela here: https://www.angelamarie.co/Music Credit: Produced by G-Rod*While Angela is a licensed psychotherapist, this show is purely for educational and entertainment purposes only, and is not a substitute for mental health treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal health advice.

In this episode of The Bigger Braver Life Show, I cover the intersection of leadership, money clarity, and personal optimization with my guest, Caroline Tannis, MBA, CDFA® a financial advisor and strategist helping ambitious women and families build wealth aligned with their real lives.Leadership isn’t just about numbers, revenue, or the bottom line. It’s about people. It’s about presence. It’s about the nervous system health of the leader and yes, that includes your relationship with money.I believe leadership is personal before it’s professional. The culture you create, the tone you set, and the results your team delivers all start with your internal capacity. If you’re burned out, maxed out, or operating from survival mode, your organization will feel it. This conversation is your invitation to bring money into alignment with your values, so your financial plan actually supports the life you want.In this episode, we discuss:Alignment > optics: ditching “cover of the book” lifestyles (cars, designer, party tabs) to fund what you truly want.Money stories & origin: how family, culture, and comparison fuel spending—and how to reset with clarity.Seasons of life: recession talk, layoffs, and why cash buffers + flexible plans protect mental bandwidth.Goal-based planning: college, retirement, big purchases funding the right goals (not the internet’s).Business owners & families: cash flow, risk, insurance, and simple systems that make wealth sustainable.Practical first steps: forgiveness for past spending, opening the statements, knowing your numbers.Clarity practices to build a vision you’ll actually follow.Remember:If the inside doesn’t match the outside, money feels hard. Fix the inside first.You can’t reach their goals and feel fulfilled.. fund your vision.Clarity + simple systems beat willpower every time.Resources & Next StepsStart your self-development journey with Angela:Private 1:1 Leadership & Mindset CoachingLake Como Leadership Reset (2026) — limited spots for female leaders; transformational, restorative, intentionalConnect with Caroline Tannis, MBA, CDFA® for goal-based planning, cash flow, retirement, investments, college, protection planningWebsite: https://tanisfingroup.com/Instagram: @tannisfingroupContact Angela at [email protected] and join the newsletter today!Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the Podcast and leave a review so it reaches more leaders like you!You can reach Angela here: Instagram & LinkedIn @theangelamariewilliamsLearn more, add more resources to your toolkit, and apply to work with Angela here: https://www.angelamarie.co/Music Credit: Produced by G-Rod*While Angela is a licensed psychotherapist, this show is purely for educational and entertainment purposes only, and is not a substitute for mental health treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal health advice.

In this episode of The Bigger Braver Life Show, I cover the intersection of leadership, mental health, and personal optimization.Leadership isn’t just about numbers, revenue, or the bottom line. It’s about people. It’s about presence. It’s about the nervous system health of the leader.I believe leadership is personal before it’s professional. The culture you create, the tone you set, and the results your team delivers all start with your internal capacity. If you’re burned out, maxed out, or operating from survival mode, your organization will feel it. This episode is your invitation to lead from a more grounded, regulated, and sustainable place.In This Episode, I Talk About:Why rest isn’t enough and how a true reset (spaciousness, reflection, integration) becomes a lifelong leadership practice.Burnout in the C-suite: what it actually looks like (brain fog, decision fatigue, sleep disruption, emotional strain) and how it impacts your mind, body, and relationships.Decision fatigue: thousands of micro-decisions a day drain cognitive bandwidth and push you toward defaults, avoidance, and inconsistency and what to do instead.The difference between strategy offsites/conferences and a restorative retreat (silence, sensory reset, nature, identity anchoring, and embodiment).How to build a clarity infrastructure that holds under pressure: systems, identity anchors, rest buffers, “brain breaks,” and values-aligned decision frameworks.Remeber:Your leadership doesn’t just need sleep it needs spacious resets.Design the pause (retreat), then sustain it (ongoing support).Lead from your clearest self, not from what’s left over.Resources & Next StepsPrivate 1:1 Leadership & Mindset Coaching Lake Como Leadership Reset (2026) — limited spots for female leaders; transformational, restorative, intentionalContact Angela at [email protected] or join the newsletter today! Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the Podcast and leave a review so it reaches more leaders like you!You can reach Angela here: Instagram & LinkedIn @theangelamariewilliamsLearn more, add more resources to your toolkit, and apply to work with Angela here: https://www.angelamarie.co/Music Credit: Produced by G-Rod*While Angela is a licensed psychotherapist, this show is purely for educational and entertainment purposes only, and is not a substitute for mental health treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal health advice.