Dim to Daring!
Do you feel like there’s more for you - something bigger and bolder, but aren’t sure how to get there? Welcome to Dim to Daring! the podcast for women who know they’re destined for more. It’s time to ignite your spark, realign with purpose, and take bold steps toward the life you were meant to live. In each episode, host Wendy Rimmelspacher and her guests share powerful insights, and inspiring stories, and spark mindset shifts to help you: • Build a Circle of Influence that lifts you up • Shift your mindset and cultivate confidence that empowers you • Take bold, aligned actions toward your dreams • Prioritize wellness for the energy to thrive • Tune into your intuition and step into your purpose Ready to rise, embrace your next chapter, and take bold steps? Tune in, subscribe, and start your journey to shine brighter than ever! You’re not done yet. You’re just getting started.
Episodes
Why does my successful life suddenly feel like it doesn't fit anymore?
You built the career, hit the milestones, and checked every box — so why does something feel quietly, persistently off? Discover what an identity hangover really is, why outgrowing a life you worked hard to build is something to grieve, and how a simple 3-part audit can help you find your direction when success stops feeling like you.
You don't need to blow up ...
Who are you when the role that defined you is gone?
When a career ends, kids leave, or a chapter closes, it's not just your schedule that shifts — it's your sense of self. Discover why identity loss after life's significant transitions can be so disorienting and learn a practical five-step framework for rediscovering who you are on the other side.
Stop waiting to feel like yourself again and start building the next, fullest versi...
What if you've been making yourself smaller before you even know if you need to?
A simple moment on a "full flight" reveals how driven women shrink themselves on autopilot—bracing for tightness in their calendars, voices, and dreams before checking if there's actually room to breathe.
Discover the difference between being considerate and being diminished and learn to stop apologizing for taking up space. Stop living compressed an...
What if breaking the burnout cycle didn't mean sacrificing success?
Sara Centanni, CPA and former finance executive, had the career, credentials, and perfect life—until migraines and burnout forced an impossible choice.
In this episode of Dim to Daring, Sara reveals how she redesigned her life through 'aligned action,' proving you can be driven and high-achieving without destroying yourself.
Discover the smallest step to start r...
What did 2025 teach you about who you're becoming?
When you look back at the year with curiosity instead of judgment, patterns emerge—what dimmed you, what steadied you, and what you're ready to let go of. Discover why your word of the year should come from noticing, not striving, and learn a gentle practice for choosing an intention that actually fits your life. Stop chasing someone else's version of growth and start honoring what...
What do you do when passion won't pay for healthcare?
When what your soul wants and what your life requires pull you in opposite directions, both choices feel impossible. Discover why choosing a stable job doesn't mean betraying yourself—and learn a practical framework for navigating two versions of hard. Stop feeling guilty for choosing survival and start honoring both your needs and your truth.
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Afraid of choosing wrong and looking foolish?
In this episode, discover why "ready enough" beats perfect preparation every time and learn a practical framework for taking action before you feel 100% confident. From the jacket dilemma to life's biggest opportunities—stop overthinking, start moving forward, and build confidence through imperfect action.
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Are you between who you were and who you're becoming—and feeling like you're doing it wrong?
Learn why the messy middle of transitions is exactly where transformation happens, and how to navigate the awkward in-between with less pressure and more trust.
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Are you grateful for what you have but forgetting to celebrate who you're becoming?
Learn why gratitude for your transformation matters more than your accomplishments, and how to honor the small, brave choices reshaping you—even when you're still in progress.
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Why do I feel stuck when I know I'm meant for more?
In this episode, discover how ambitious women—whether climbing the career ladder or stepping into their next chapter—unknowingly crush their own growth. Learn a powerful desert lesson about honoring your pace instead of comparing it to everyone else's timeline. From self-sabotage to micro-wins, you'll learn how to protect your fragile progress, set boundaries that preserve your en...
What if the biggest financial risk was actually asking for help?
This week on Dim to Daring, host Wendy Rimmelspacher talks with Stephanie Hance, an accountant who solely managed all the family finances —until her body and spirit demanded change. Stephanie reveals how choosing vulnerability over control and inviting her husband into true financial partnership created freedom, hope, and a stronger marriage than ever before.
How do I stop telling myself limiting stories that keep me small?
In this episode, discover the 5 categories where self-limiting beliefs hide and learn a proven 4-step process to rewrite the narratives holding you back. From "I'm not ready" to "I can do scary things"—transform your inner dialogue and unlock the potential you've been dimming with old stories.
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How do I stop ignoring my inner voice and start taking action on what I know needs to change?
In this episode of Dim to Daring, learn to recognize the signals your intuition sends—from gentle whispers to life-changing shake-ups—and discover how to transform clarity into confident action. Master the art of listening to your inner guidance and taking daring steps forward, even when you don't have the complete roadmap figured out.
How do you know when it’s time to pause instead of pushing harder?
This week on Dim to Daring, host Wendy Rimmelspacher sits down with Judy Rooney, a licensed social worker turned coach, who reveals how taking a step back from “always doing” led to more clarity, energy, and growth than she ever expected.
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Ever avoid checking your bank balance because it feels too overwhelming?
In this episode of Dim to Daring, discover how to transform your relationship with money through financial self-care. Learn to overcome money avoidance, align your spending with your values, and build lasting financial confidence—without shame or complicated budgets.
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Ever feel like you’re doing it all—but still running on empty?
In this episode of Dim to Daring, communications strategist and founder of The Fun Reset, Anne Potts, shares how high-achieving women can reclaim joy, energy, and agency by shifting their mindset and redefining success on their own terms.
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Caught in the spiral of over-performing just to prove you belong?
Wendy shares how a humbling round of golf became a wake-up call to ditch self-doubt, trust her zone of genius, and show up fully—even when it matters most.
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Ever feel drained at work or around certain people?
Ever wonder how to reclaim your energy?
In this episode, Wendy Rimmelspacher helps you spot hidden power leaks and reclaim your energy, clarity, and confidence.
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In this episode, Wendy Rimmelspacher shows you how to stop energy leaks and reclaim your power.
Learn how to boost your energy, gain clarity, and take bold action to live a more aligned life. Stop feeling drained—it's time to focus on what truly empowers you.
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Debbie Brosnan, founder of The Effortless Kitchen, shares her leap from CPA to culinary entrepreneur. Discover how daring reinvention led to a life of purpose, joy, and delicious adventure.
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