Lemon Balm Coaching
Welcome to The Lemon Balm Coaching Podcast Life after 40 isn’t the end of the story—it’s the start of an incredible new chapter. 🌿 Here on The Lemon Balm Coaching Podcast, we’re all about helping women over 40 rediscover joy, purpose, and freedom. Whether you’re navigating empty nest syndrome, feeling stuck in the daily grind, or just wondering what’s next, this is your space to pause, reflect, and grow. Each week, we’ll dive into inspiring topics, actionable tips, and heartfelt stories that empower you to: ✨ Reignite your passion for life. ✨ Embrace the freedom of this season. ✨ Create a future full of lightness, purpose, and joy. It’s not about having it all figured out—it’s about taking the next step, one moment at a time. You’ve spent so much of your life giving to others; now it’s your turn to shine. 🎧 Join us every other Wednesday for a new episode, and let’s make this chapter your best one yet. Your next chapter begins here. 🌟
Episodes
The room wasn’t full, but the sound was. As our small congregation sang “It Is Well with My Soul,” the harmonies rose like a river and something sacred brushed the air. That moment sparked a deep dive into the real story behind the hymn, the raw grief that birthed it, and the resilient hope it still offers to anyone standing in the waves.
We walk through Horatio Spafford’s cascading losses—the Great Chicago F...
Ever notice how the same day can feel radically different depending on what you’re looking for? We explore how attention, expectation, and belief quietly engineer your reality—drawing on a clear, down-to-earth explanation of energy, a plain-English take on the double-slit experiment, and a heartfelt bridge between neuroscience and faith. Think of it as a toolkit for changing what you observe into being, without jargon...
What does it mean to truly support another human being? Not with empty phrases like "thoughts and prayers" or "reach out if you need anything," but with genuine, grounded presence that acknowledges our shared humanity.
This episode dives deep into the three fundamental needs hardwired into our nervous systems: love, safety, and belonging. These aren't optional luxuries—they're ne...
Something shifted when I heard about Charlie Kirk's assassination. Though I wasn't his follower, his silencing struck a chord deep within me—a wake-up call for those of us who've played it safe with our faith. Have you felt it too? That nudge to stop hiding, to speak what you believe despite the cost?
Jesus warned us plainly: "If you live on God's terms, the world is going to hate you...
Something fresh is brewing at the Lemon Balm Coaching Podcast! Meet "Heart and Soul Elevation" – our new bonus episodes designed to nourish not just your mind and body, but the depths of your spirit.
These intentional, scripture-based reflections arrive as brief spiritual pauses between our regular episodes. Each one offers soul-tired women a sanctuary of peace and truth amid life's challenges....
Have you ever wondered why we celebrate celebrity engagements as though they were family events? Why devoted fans camp outside venues for days, or why political disagreements turn into vicious personal attacks? The answer lies in understanding three fundamental human needs that drive our behavior in ways we rarely recognize.
Your brain is hardwired to believe that without love, safety, and belonging, you will...
Have you ever felt inexplicably drained after spending time with certain people? Or found yourself replaying conversations over and over long after they've ended? The heaviness you're carrying might not even be yours.
Soul ties represent emotional or spiritual entanglements that can profoundly impact our wellbeing. These connections can form through love, shared trauma, or even survival instincts. W...
Some days are harder than others, and that soul-deep exhaustion you're feeling might be more than just physical tiredness. It might be your body's way of sending you an important message.
When I was going through my toughest times—experiencing unexplainable aches, inflammation, and brain fog—doctors kept running tests and prescribing medications. But no one asked about my life circumstances or emoti...
What are you broadcasting to the world without saying a word? Your energy, posture, and subconscious beliefs create a continuous broadcast signal that teaches others how to treat you and determines what you attract into your life.
Like a radio tower constantly sending out a signal whether anyone's listening or not, your body and nervous system transmit messages about how you expect to be treated. These b...
Have you ever wondered why traditional approaches to health and weight management so often fail, even when you're doing everything "right"? Stephanie Pasniokas, founder of SJP Health and Wellness, brings her fascinating background in neuroscience to explain what's really happening in your body when stress takes over.
From childhood food insecurity to corporate burnout that left her obese w...
Have you ever found yourself giving 100% to so many areas of your life that the math simply doesn't add up? That breaking point where your body and mind finally say "enough" isn't a failure—it's a desperate call to reconnect with yourself.
In this deeply resonant conversation, neuroscientist-turned-wellness coach Stephanie Pasniokas takes the mic as guest host to explore what happens ...
What if the secret to leadership success isn't finding perfect balance, but mastering the art of the pendulum swing? Jennifer Brown, former US Foreign Service Officer turned leadership coach, reveals why traditional work-life balance is a myth that keeps high-achieving leaders trapped in cycles of burnout and depletion.
Drawing from her powerful personal story of physical breakdown after years of putting...
Ever tried to chase peace while dodging curveballs? You're not alone, friend. As I wrap up hosting the Summer Serenity Blueprint, I'm sitting in my own version of life's hurricane season—navigating my husband's retirement after 50 years of service, his recovery from surgery, a 1,100-mile relocation, and our new multi-generational living arrangement... with one bathroom. Talk about a life experiment...
Ever caught yourself pouring every ounce of your being into helping someone who simply wasn't ready to change? That gut-wrenching feeling when you can clearly see their potential, know exactly what would help them, yet nothing shifts? That emotional exhaustion isn't just in your head—it's real, and it's draining your precious energy.
When we invest more energy into someone else's heal...
Ever had one of those weeks where everything feels impossible—even the things you normally love? That's exactly what happened as I tried to record this podcast episode. Four separate attempts, four brick walls. But instead of forcing it, I decided to get curious about what was really going on beneath the surface.
My body was sending signals through back pain and fatigue that something needed attention. A...
Grief touches us all, yet we rarely understand its full complexity until we drown in it. Beyond the passing of loved ones, grief emerges when we lose jobs, places, relationships, and even versions of ourselves we've outgrown. When was the last time you allowed yourself to fully feel a loss instead of pushing forward?
In this deeply personal episode, I share my journey of avoiding grief for decades and th...
In this week's episode, we delve into the complexities of GLP-1 medications, a topic capturing immense attention in the realms of weight loss and health. As these drugs, including Ozempic and Wegovi, rise to fame as potential magic pills for shedding pounds, we aim to illuminate the shadows they cast. Join us as we explore the historical journey of GLP-1, from its initial isolation in the 1980s to its breakthroug...
Imagine a time when life wasn't constantly interrupted by notifications, and meaningful conversations weren't overshadowed by the glow of a screen. On this episode of the Lemon Balm Coaching Podcast, I share a heartfelt story from my pre-cell phone days, a time marked by a family health scare, that served as a powerful reminder of both the necessity of phones and the beauty of their absence. This story sets ...
Can the pursuit of balance be an illusion?
As your coach and cheerleader, I challenge the conventional wisdom that balance in life is a destination we can reach. Drawing from my years as a dancer, I share that balance is not about stillness but continuous micro-adjustments. Like a unicyclist or a dancer on pointe, life demands constant movement. Together, we'll explore why this ideal of balance might be...
Imagine redefining how you view aging—not as a battle to be fought but as a natural, beautiful process to be embraced.
Join me as we unravel the harmful narrative of the "anti-aging" movement and invite a shift towards self-acceptance at every stage of life. Explore how society's fixation on youthfulness creates unnecessary pressure and internal conflict. I'll share personal insights on h...
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