Creating Confidence with Heather Monahan

What if the reason you feel stuck isn’t because life is going wrong, but because you’re resisting what’s actually happening? In this episode, I sit down with Saje Dyer & Serena Dyer Pisoni to talk about what it really means to trust yourself even when life feels uncertain, painful, or completely off track. We dive into why so many of us believe happiness is something we’ll get “one day,” how that belief keeps us stuck, and what shifts when you stop waiting for life to look a certain way before you allow yourself to feel good. Get ready to stop resisting your life, trust where you are, and reconnect with the inner knowing that’s been there all along. In This Episode You Will Learn Why HAPPINESS isn’t something you achieve. How RESISTANCE creates more struggle. Why you must STOP assuming life should look a certain way. How FORGIVENESS can completely transform your life. Why your hardest experiences can become your greatest TEACHERS. How to reconnect with your inner “KNOWING” and trust yourself again. The mindset shift that helps you find PURPOSE in every season of life. Check Out Our Sponsors: Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/monahan Quince - Step into the holiday season with layers made to feel good and last from Quince. Go to quince.com/confidence Timeline - Get 10% off your first Mitopure order at timeline.com/CONFIDENCE. Northwest Registered Agent - protect your privacy, build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes! Visit https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/confidencefree Resources + Links Get your copy of The Knowing: 11 Lessons to Understand the Quiet Urges of Your Soul HERE Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn Saje on Instagram Serena on Instagram

What if the problem isn’t your skills, but how you see yourself? In this episode, I share a coaching story that will challenge the way you think about confidence, self-worth, and how you show up. I break down how one executive transformed her confidence in just weeks once she became aware of her blind spot and how you can do the same. Get ready to see yourself differently, raise your standards, and start showing up like the person you already are. In This Episode You Will Learn How staying in the same circles creates BLIND SPOTS. Why investing in yourself is the fastest way to LEVEL UP. How to recognize when you’re UNDERVALUING yourself. The mindset shift that helps you SHOW UP with confidence in any room. Why your NETWORK is your biggest asset when creating new opportunities. How to position yourself as the RIGHT FIT for any job or opportunity. The strategy to stand out from the SEA OF MEDIOCRITY. Check Out Our Sponsors: Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/monahan Quince - Step into the holiday season with layers made to feel good and last from Quince. Go to quince.com/confidence Timeline - Get 10% off your first Mitopure order at timeline.com/CONFIDENCE. Northwest Registered Agent - protect your privacy, build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes! Visit https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/confidencefree Resources + Links Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn

Have you ever felt stuck trying to come up with a great idea, and the harder you think, the worse it gets? In this episode, I sit down with Jeremy Utley, Director of Executive Education at Stanford d.school, to break down the science of creativity and why breakthrough thinking isn’t reserved for “creative people.” Jeremy explains why the best innovators, such as Steve Jobs & Benjamin Franklin, focus less on finding the perfect idea and more on generating a higher volume of ideas. We talk about how creativity really works, why bad ideas are actually the gateway to great ones, and how changing your inputs can unlock entirely new solutions. Tune in to learn how to unlock your creativity, generate better ideas, and start creating breakthroughs on demand. In This Episode You Will Learn Why anyone can learn the skill of BREAKTHROUGH thinking. The reason the quantity of ideas leads to HIGHER QUALITY ideas. How new inputs and environments trigger BREAKTHROUGH thinking. Why great innovators seek DIVERSE perspectives and conversations. The concept of an “idea quota” to BUILD your creative muscle. How REFRAMING a problem shows unexpected solutions. The mindset shift that helps you GENERATE breakthroughs more consistently. Why writing down your ideas is critical to capturing your BEST thinking. How your subconscious mind can help SOLVE problems while you sleep. Check Out Our Sponsors: Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/monahan Quince - Step into the holiday season with layers made to feel good and last from Quince. Go to quince.com/confidence Timeline - Get 10% off your first Mitopure order at timeline.com/CONFIDENCE. Northwest Registered Agent - protect your privacy, build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes! Visit https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/confidencefree Resources + Links Learn more about Jeremy Utley: https://www.jeremyutley.com/ Learn more about IdeaFlow: https://www.ideaflow.design Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn Jeremy on Instagram & LinkedIn

What do you do when someone disrespects you at work, and you need to stand up for yourself without losing your composure? In this episode, I unpack one of the lessons I’ve learned in business and life. I share the story of the day I was unexpectedly fired after 14 years at my company, and how choosing to respond instead of react completely shifted the power dynamic in the room. I also talk about dealing with workplace bullying and what to do when you’re treated with disrespect at work. Tune in to learn how to stay calm under pressure, stand up for yourself with confidence, and turn moments that feel like setbacks into powerful turning points. In This Episode You Will Learn Why the most powerful people RESPOND INSTEAD OF REACT in difficult situations. How to handle a bullying or condescending coworker with CALM confidence. The communication TECHNIQUE I use in difficult conversations. How to recognize and shift POWER DYNAMICS in meetings and tense situations. The LESSON I learned the day I was fired after 14 years. How to PROTECT your confidence during tough times. How to APPROACH workplace conflict before escalating it to HR. Why stepping into uncertainty can open the door to GROWTH, REINVENTION, and SUCCESS. Check Out Our Sponsors: Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/monahan Quince - Step into the holiday season with layers made to feel good and last from Quince. Go to quince.com/confidence Timeline - Get 10% off your first Mitopure order at timeline.com/CONFIDENCE. Northwest Registered Agent - protect your privacy, build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes! Visit https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/confidencefree Resources + Links Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn

What actually makes people happy and healthy over the course of a lifetime? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mark Schulz, Associate Director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development, to share the findings from the Harvard study that breaks down why the quality of our relationships has the greatest impact on our happiness, health, and even how long we live. We also talk about loneliness, the role of friendships and everyday connections, and why it’s never too late to strengthen the relationships that matter most. Get ready to rethink happiness and discover why the strongest predictor of a good life is the people you choose to connect with. In This Episode You Will Learn The #1 predictor of happiness and health, according to 85 years of research from the Harvard Study of Adult Development. How loneliness can impact your health as much as smoking or obesity. The first step to building a happier life. Why even small daily interactions can improve your well-being. How meaningful connections can support brain health and slow cognitive decline. Why money and career success don’t predict long-term happiness. The surprising reason people often become happier as they age. How to evaluate your “social fitness” and strengthen your relationships. The most common regret people share in their 80s. Why it’s never too late to build stronger relationships or expand your social circle. Check Out Our Sponsors: Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/monahan Quince - Step into the holiday season with layers made to feel good and last from Quince. Go to quince.com/confidence Timeline - Get 10% off your first Mitopure order at timeline.com/CONFIDENCE. Northwest Registered Agent - protect your privacy, build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes! Visit https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/confidencefree Resources + Links Get Dr. Marc Schulz & Robert Waldinger’s book The Good Life HERE! Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn