Empowered Serenity Podcast: For High Achievers Who Carry Too Much
Welcome to The Empowered Serenity Podcast, hosted by Brent Peak — Personal Empowerment Coach and creator of the Empowered Serenity Approach. This is a place to breathe. A place to set down the weight you’ve been carrying. A place to remember that your worth is not measured by how much you hold for everyone else. If you’re the one people rely on — at work, at home, in your community — but you’re running on fumes inside… you’re not alone. So many high-achieving, deeply caring women end up exhausted from managing everyone else’s emotions, needs, and expectations. And most of the time, no one sees the cost. This show is here to help you reclaim yourself without abandoning the people you love. Not with hustle. Not with perfection. Not with forcing yourself to “stay positive.” But with boundaries that feel steady, self-worth that’s not negotiable, and a way of relating that lets you stay connected without losing yourself in the process. Each episode offers simple, realistic guidance you can use in the middle of real life — while driving kids to practice, between meetings, or lying awake trying to shut your mind off at night. No overwhelm. No emotional homework marathons. Just grounded insight and one doable shift at a time. This show will help you answer questions like: Why do I feel like I have to be the strong one all the time? How do I set boundaries without feeling like I’m letting people down? How do I stop taking care of everyone else before myself? Why do I feel guilty when I rest, even when I’m exhausted? How do I say “no” without over-explaining or second-guessing it? What do I do when I’m the one everyone leans on, but I have no one to lean on? How do I stop overthinking everything I say or do? Why do I feel resentful even though I “have a good life”? How do I communicate what I need without starting a conflict? How do I stay calm when everyone around me is stressed, upset, or demanding something from me? If you’re ready to stop being everything for everyone — and start being yourself, with yourself — this podcast is your companion. Take a breath. You don’t have to carry this alone anymore. Let’s walk this together.
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If you feel like you’re always giving but not getting what you need in your marriage, this episode is for you. Brent Peak, licensed therapist and founder of North Valley Therapy, breaks down 3 hidden habits that quietly sabotage connection—and how to change them so you can finally feel seen, supported, and valued in your relationship.
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If your time, energy, and attention feel like they belong to everyone but you, this episode is for you. Brent shares 10 simple boundary actions that take less than a minute to implement—but each one can save you 10 minutes (or more) of stress, interruption, and burnout. These aren’t just productivity hacks—they’re nervous system resets.
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In this quick update, I share an exciting new resource I’ve created for listeners while I get back on track with new episodes in 2025. Empowered Serenity Sessions is a collection of guided mindfulness tracks designed to help you find calm, reduce overwhelm, and reconnect with your inner strength. I can’t wait for you to check it out! You can listen now at the link below, or search for it on your favorite podcast platform.
Episode 009: Three Topics Smart Parents Don't Discuss in Front of Their Children
Discover the three crucial topics parents should avoid discussing in front of their kids to protect their emotional well-being and foster a secure environment. In this podcast episode, We delve into the impact of marital conflicts, financial problems, and sensitive health issues on children. Learn practical strategies I recommend to shield your kids fro...
Episode 008: Three Things You're Doing to Try to Fix Your Relationship That Aren't Working (and How to Change Them)
Welcome to the Empowered Serenity Podcast! In today’s episode, Brent Peak discusses three common but counterproductive strategies people use to try to fix their relationships. Often, these actions come from a place of love and desperation, but they can have hidden costs that undermine the connection we're trying to pro...
Episode 007: The Most Important Boundary You've Never Heard Of
Join Brent Peak in this episode of the Empowered Serenity Podcast as he introduces the most important boundary you've never heard of. Brent delves into the critical difference between external and internal boundaries, providing practical strategies for strengthening psychological boundaries. Through relatable scenarios and actionable tips, Brent emphasizes the importance...
In this episode, we dive into three common statements that parents often make with the best of intentions, believing they are encouraging and supportive. However, these statements can actually have unintended negative effects on a child's emotional development. We'll explore why these statements sound positive, the hidden harms they may cause, and how children might interpret them. Most importantly, we'll discuss healthier alternat...
Today we're exploring one of the most critical aspects of any relationship: communication. More specifically, we'll focus on the concept of relational listening and how it can transform your interactions and help heal troubled relationships.
Episode Highlights:
What is Relational Listening?
- Understanding relational listening as a connection-focused approach.
- Why the only agenda should be the connection itself.
- The importance of feel...
Episode Title: Serenity in Seven: A Calming Mindfulness Routine
Description: Join Brent Peak, LPC in this special bonus episode as he shares a powerful mindfulness exercise, "Serenity in Seven," designed by Dr. Jerry Lerner. This exercise, composed of seven one-minute steps, aims to quickly induce relaxation and enhance your mood. Follow along as Brent guides you through each step, and don't forget to download your own MP3 copy from...
In this episode of the Empowered Serenity Podcast, host Brent Peak, Licensed Professional Counselor and Therapeutic Coach, dives into a controversial yet important trauma topic. This episode explores the lasting impact of fear-based parenting and its connection to core wounds that many of us carry into adulthood. Brent shares personal reflections and insights from his professional experience, highlighting how seemingly humorous or ...
A "quick-take" episode on what it means to be relational instead of managerial with your partner.
Are you managing your partner instead of truly connecting with them? Discover the difference between being relational and being managerial in your relationships. Embrace vulnerability, authenticity, and safety to foster deeper, more meaningful connections.
Join host Brent Peak, LPC, on the Empowered Serenity Podcast for practical strateg...
A "quick-take" episode on the significance of setting boundaries without pointing fingers.
Join host Brent Peak, LPC, on the Empowered Serenity Podcast for practical strategies and heartfelt insights to help you cultivate inner peace, reduce stress, and build stronger relationships. Subscribe now and start your journey towards a more empowered, balanced life.
Learn more about Brent and his services at www.brentpeak.com.
Disclaimer: Th...
Join host Brent Peak, LPC, on the Empowered Serenity Podcast for practical strategies and heartfelt insights to help you cultivate inner peace, reduce stress, and build stronger relationships. Subscribe now and start your journey towards a more empowered, balanced life.
Learn more about Brent and his services at www.brentpeak.com.
Disclaimer: The Empowered Serenity Podcast is for informational and inspirational purposes only and is n...
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