Shift Happens

Building Self-Trust: The Key to Unshakeable Confidence

In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes delve into the topic of confidence and self-trust. Robin, a certified life and empowerment coach, discusses how underlying self-trust issues can often lead to wavering confidence. They explore how breaking self-promises can erode self-trust and how aligning one's actions with thei...

In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes delve into the feeling of disconnection many people experience, especially in the context of canceling plans. They discuss the psychological impact of canceling plans on oneself and others and emphasize the importance of integrity and maintaining connections. The episode explores how habitual cancellations can negatively affect confidence and relat...

This episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosted by certified life and empowerment coach Robin McIntire and co-host Monique Eckes, focuses on how bravery is the missing piece in the quest for more confidence and unpack how to access that strength. They help you uncover the link between brave actions and self-confidence, showing you it’s never too late to start.

• Defining bravery and its connection to confidence
• The cycle of inact...

From Overthinker to Decisive: The 3 C's of Decision Making

In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosted by certified life and empowerment coach Robin McIntire, the focus is on overcoming overthinking and becoming a more confident decision-maker. Robin shares personal anecdotes and expert insights to help listeners identify and break free from the paralysis of overthinking. The conversation explores the link be...

Grit vs. Grace: Finding Balance in Life's Challenges

In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes dive into the concepts of 'grit' and 'grace.' They explore how to balance determination and persistence with compassion and flexibility. Robin, a certified life and empowerment coach, and her long-term client, Monique, discuss personal experiences and strategies ...

Refreshing Your Gratitude Practice: Tips for Greater Happiness and Peace

In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and empowerment coach, and Monique Eckes discuss how to refresh your gratitude practice to bring more joy and peace into your life. They explore the importance of gratitude, ways to recognize when it's time to refresh your practice, and practical tips for making ...

Navigating Life with a Coach: Insights on Transformation and Personal Growth

In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, certified Life and Transitions Coach and Monique Eckes, a client and question-asker, delve into the role of life coaching. They explore why someone might need a life coach, emphasizing the importance of trust, confidence, and energy levels in personal development. The candid conve...

In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes, delve into the topic of perfectionism and how it can undermine personal and professional goals (if not the healthy version). The discussion emphasizes recognizing the subtler, often subconscious ways perfectionism manifests and offers practical steps to counteract its effects.

The hosts share personal anecdo...

Why Resolutions Fail and How to Build Confidence for Success

In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes discuss why most New Year's resolutions fail and explore what truly works for lasting change. They emphasize the importance of confidence and self-trust over mere motivation and willpower. The duo breaks down common pitfalls, such as ...

Finding Your Holiday Sweet Spot: Navigating Traditions, Boundaries, and Well-being

In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes discuss how to find your 'holiday sweet spot' by avoiding the pitfalls of traditions, managing expectations, and maintaining boundaries. They address common holiday stressors such as weight gain, family obligations, and financial pressures, and pro...

Overcoming Habits of Distraction: Strategies and Insights

In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes, delve into the pervasive habit of distraction. They discuss how distraction becomes a habit, its impact on productivity and self-esteem, and the importance of self-awareness and self-compassion. The hosts share practical strategies to identi...

Navigating Career Challenges: What's Not Working and How to Fix It

In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes, dissect common career challenges and provide actionable steps to address them. They delve into the interconnectedness of personal health, relationships, and career energy. Highlighting patterns from previous episodes, the hosts...

Navigating Relationship Challenges: What's Not Working and How to Fix It

In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes discuss the intricacies of close relationships. They delve into the common patterns that signify something is off, while normalizing, lightening, and helping make the topic a little easier. Robin shares personal experience...

Navigating Health Challenges and Weight Loss: A Journey of Curiosity

In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes discuss the challenges surrounding health and weight loss. They touch on health topics like energy, chronic pain, and physical limitations and then Monique shares her personal journey of weight loss, shedding 30 pounds by addressin...

In this episode of 'Shift Happens,' hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes, a client of Robin's and a self-proclaimed question-asker, explore why aspects of life may feel 'off' or 'not working' and delve into how to fix these issues. They discuss common feelings of frustration and powerlessness, especially in business, relationships, health, and general lif...

Mastering Overwhelm: Practical Tips and Transformative Strategies

In this episode of Shift Happens, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes explore the causes, effects, and solutions to feeling overwhelmed. They discuss managing boundaries, creating 'white space' in schedules, and the importance of sleep and mental clarity. Practical tips are provided to help reclaim control and reduce stress. The hosts also empha...

In this episode of the 'Shift Happens' podcast, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes discuss deconstructing 'bad' habits to make the topic easier to talk about. 

They emphasize normalizing such behaviors to reduce self-judgment and guilt (hence the reason they want you to call habits 'unwanted' instead of 'bad') for a more helpful attitude towards change.  

Common unwanted...

In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes discuss the four reasons we self-sabotage. Robin, a Certified Life and Transitions Coach, and Monique, a question-asker and long-time client, delve into each of these blocks, offering personal insights, examples, and practical tips to help listeners become more aware of their thoughts and make positive changes in life. They also emphasize the impor...

Winning the Argument with Yourself: The Power of Self-Awareness and Language

In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes discuss strategies to identify and overcome self-imposed limitations using self-awareness and language. They introduce common phrases that people use to justify not advancing towards their goals. Through personal anecdotes ...