Episodios

  • 26. Closing Ceremony
    Jun 10 2023

    Stacey has some news to share …this is the final episode of Where to Next. It’s not because Stacey is quitting or isn’t having fun. Quite the opposite. The podcast isn’t taking Stacey in the direction she wants to go, so instead of forcing things, she’s stopping while she’s still enjoying it. Hear more about this decision and Stacey’s plans for the future in this final episode.

    As this chapter comes to a close, it's not a farewell, but an invitation to stay connected with Stacey. Join her on Instagram for new adventures, remember to subscribe to her newsletter for exclusive updates, empowering insights, and the latest news about her upcoming endeavors.

    KEY TAKEAWAYS

    (0:10) This is the final episode of the Where to Next podcast! Hear why Stacey has loved this podcast so much.

    (1:05) Here’s why the podcast is ending.

    (3:49) It can sometimes take us a while to take action on how we’re feeling.

    (5:33) Part of this process has been through journaling.

    (8:22) The irony of the Where to Next Podcast ending isn’t lost on Stacey. Hear her thoughts.

    (10:58) Goodbye for now. Make sure to keep up with Stacey on her Instagram and newsletter!

    QUOTABLE

    “We tend to live in our heads, but we are not our thoughts.”

    “I don’t see this as quitting. I see this as no longer taking me in the direction I want to go.”

    “When we do things that don’t light us up, that’s letting me down and that’s letting you down.”

    “When you’re at a party, make sure you leave when you’re having a good time.”

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    12 m
  • 25. What To Do When You Just Can’t Anymore
    Jun 3 2023

    Have you ever experienced those overwhelming 'just can't' days when even the simplest tasks feel impossible? Whether it's tackling never-ending chores, to socializing, or battling low energy levels, we've all been there. And guess what? Stacey can relate!

    On this episode of the Where to Next Podcast, Stacey shares how she gets through the hard days – where you’re feeling frustrated and exhausted. When everything feels so challenging. She also talks about how taking care of yourself models healthy behavior for your kids. Tune in to this episode and equip yourself with the tools you need to face your next 'just can't' day with grace and determination.

    KEY TAKEAWAYS

    (0:14) Today’s topic can be shared with your kids! Hear why.

    (1:30) Stacey recently had one of these days. Here’s what happened.

    (3:09) The first thing Stacey does when these days are happening: Stop

    (4:40) Next, Stacey has a conversation with herself.

    (6:07) Third, Stacey pinpoints specifically what she “just can’t” do.

    (6:51) Finally, it’s time to solve the problem.

    (10:15) Here’s what Stacey learned through her most recent “just can’t” day.

    (12:26) Do you practice self-compassion on hard days? Hear why you should.

    (15:24) When you ask for help, you’re modeling healthy behavior for your kids.

    (17:19) Stacey shares an analogy from a storm.

    QUOTABLE

    “The thing about thoughts is whenever we have a thought, we have a feeling.”

    “We are not the things we think.”

    “What’s gotta go? What can I let go of for now?”

    “Our children need to know they can ask for help. They need to know it’s okay.”

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    18 m
  • 24. How To Have a Hot Mom Summer
    May 27 2023

    Do you have a love/hate relationship with summer? Bring on the vacations, and pool, and the beach, and later nights, and lots of BBQs. But also comes the whirlwind of chauffeuring our kids to various activities, disruptions to our daily schedules, and new routines, all of which can make it challenging to recapture the carefree summer spirit we experienced in our own childhood. Fear not!

    In this engaging podcast episode, Stacey dives into practical tips and insights to help moms reclaim that wonderful summer feeling and create a season of joy and fulfillment for themselves.

    From simple yet effective strategies to indulging in self-care and finding pockets of relaxation amidst the hustle and bustle, this episode is packed with inspiration to make the most of the summer season.

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    KEY TAKEAWAYS

    (1:08) It’s about to be summer break for Stacey’s kids. Hear what she loves about summer!

    (2:56) Moms never want to feel resentful in the summer. This is what Stacey did to resolve these feelings.

    (4:21) First, Stacey got curious about her feelings. Listen to what she means.

    (6:51) Let’s chat about planning events in the summer. Hear how Stacey approaches them.

    (12:41) What can happen at home during the summer?

    (13:28) Hear some ideas about Summer activities the whole family can do, not just your kids.

    (17:00) Here’s what Stacey is looking forward to this summer!

    QUOTABLE

    “Plans are a direction. It’s an intention, if you will. It’s like picking a point on a map and then aiming for that. You can deviate, that’s fine. At least you know where you’re going.”

    “Summer is totally a state of mind. You having that state of mind, however you want to feel, is possible.”

    “I know when I give myself an afternoon or whatever it is, that space I give myself is a gift.”

    “What does summer mean to you? What are the feelings you love about summer? What is your intention for yourself for this summer?”

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    20 m
  • 23. Mother’s Day
    May 20 2023

    Join us for a unique episode of the Where to Next Podcast, as we accompany Stacey on a walk with her dogs. In this conversation, Stacey candidly shares her personal journey and the complexities she faces during Mother's Day, marked by the loss of her mother at the young age of 19.

    In this episode, Stacey reflects on the bittersweet emotions that accompany Mother's Day. Stacey shares the profound impact her mother's absence has had on her life and what she has learned along the way. Tune in to hear some tools for you to use if you relate to Mother’s Day being complicated.

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    KEY TAKEAWAYS

    (0:17) Welcome back to the podcast! You’re joining Stacey on her walk.

    (1:21) Today, Stacey is sharing what she learned after her mom passed away: How to take care of herself.

    (3:24) Stacey realized what she needed to do for herself– Mother herself in some ways.

    (4:51) Stacey still continues the practice of taking care of herself. Hear what she does.

    (5:37) If you resonate with this episode, sign up for Stacey’s virtual meetup group.

    QUOTABLE

    “Holding love, demonstrating love, just being love. That’s what I think about with “mothering” myself.”

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    7 m
  • 22. What Is a Thought Loop and How To Free Yourself
    May 13 2023

    Are you tired of being trapped in endless thought loops that undermine your self-esteem? Whether it's ruminating over a perceived conversational misstep or fixating on the temptation of a single Hershey Kiss, these thought loops can seize control and dominate our thoughts throughout the day.

    In this episode, our host Stacey opens up about a personal experience that occurred on the day of recording. She recounts her morning struggle and how she escaped the clutches of a persistent thought loop.

    Stacey will share practical tips and techniques that have helped her successfully break free from thought loops. By implementing these strategies, you'll gain the tools needed to regain control over your mind and experience newfound peace and self-confidence. Tune into this episode and gain valuable insights from her journey and learn effective techniques to overcome similar challenges in your own life.

    KEY TAKEAWAYS

    (1:04) Stacey shares what happened to her the morning she recorded this podcast.

    (5:00) Today, we’re talking about all-or-nothing thinking. Hear what this is and why it happens.

    (8:22) Hear another way thought loops show up.

    (9:19) What’s going on when we’re stuck in a thought loop?

    (11:24) The good news: You have a choice to stay in a thought loop or not!

    (13:34) Here’s what Stacey did to get out of her thought loop this morning.

    (16:04) With practice, Stacey has defeated thought loops. She shares how.

    (19:07) Stacey shares one last tool to help you get out of thought loops.

    QUOTABLE

    “We can keep engaging in certain patterns or behaviors because it’s familiar. Imagine you’re hiking. Those synapses in your brain are just like hiking paths. They are well-worn paths. Forging a new hiking path takes a lot of back and forth for it to become dirt. Our brain’s pathways are just like hiking paths. The ones we practice are the ones we will continue to go to.”

    “One of my favorite tools is to ask myself this: ‘Can I just ______?’ Can I just go for a walk around the block? Can I just focus on one part of my project for 10 minutes?”

    “What’s a thought loop? It’s when your brain fixates on a thought and it just keeps looping and looping.”

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    21 m
  • 21. What We Really Buy When We Walk Into Louis Vuitton
    May 6 2023

    We think when we buy a luxury item, it’s about the thing. Not really. In this episode, Stacey shares her experience of working at Louis Vuitton in New York City. She reveals her insightful realization about the reasons behind the exhilarating feeling of buying luxury goods, especially for oneself. Tune in to discover why the shopping experience can be so satisfying and the questions she always gets asked about her time working there: think discounts and celebrities. Oh yes—Stacey dishes about both.

    KEY TAKEAWAYS

    (0:28) Today, we’re talking about the real value of buying luxury goods.

    (1:28) Hear how Stacey got the job at Louis Vuitton in Manhattan.

    (4:31) The way you feel in stores is all by design. Stacey explains why.

    (7:52) Stacey shares a story about her favorite customer.

    (9:02) Do you have a “thing” with buying luxury goods? Hear some examples from Stacey.

    (11:12) Remember, these are just temporary, external cues.

    (12:55) Before Stacey goes – she shares about the LV discount and the celebrity sightings!

    QUOTABLE

    “Everything we do in life is to create a feeling, experience a feeling, or avoid a feeling.”

    “These external cues are just that. They are outside of us. And their impact is often temporary.”

    “Everything we buy comes down to one thing… It is the feeling you are trying to create or avoid.”

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    15 m
  • 20. Are You Feeling Stuck? What Is Indecision Actually Costing You?
    Apr 29 2023

    How many hours, days, or even weeks do you spend pining over decisions? This is called living in indecision. In today’s podcast episode, host, Stacey, discusses what indecision is costing us in our lives. Not making a decision keeps us stuck, frustrated, and feeling confused and overwhelmed, whether we realize it or not. Tune into this week’s podcast episode to hear the steps to take when you’re faced with a big decision and how to get out of this cycle.

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    KEY TAKEAWAYS

    (0:17) Today, we’re talking about indecision! Hear a story about Stacey’s recent indecision.

    (3:01) What is indecision costing us?

    (4:43) Here’s another cost of avoiding decisions.

    (5:21) What happens when you avoid being confused? Other issues arise.

    (8:20) Have you filled out my survey yet? It’s the last week to!

    (8:48) Stacey shares an example of how indecision was costly for her.

    (9:53) There will be days you aren’t 100% clear. That’s okay!

    (11:06) Hear what to do when facing indecision.

    (13:30) This is Stacey’s favorite way to make a decision.

    (13:50) Listen to these extra principles from Stacey before you finish this episode!

    QUOTABLE

    “Indecision is incredibly expensive.”

    “Life is not always yes or no. There’s so much room in the middle.”

    “‘I don’t know’ is NEVER an answer.”

    “Indecision is a decision. By not making a decision, you are deciding.”

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    18 m
  • 19. Before You Eye Roll, Here’s the Easiest Way To Own Your You-Ness
    Apr 22 2023

    You know those inspirational quotes about “owning your unique self” and “embracing your magic”? Logically, we get it yet may find it hard to break out of the cycle of “being you” and making a change for themselves. That’s what Stacey chats about in this episode. Tune in to hear how you can start embracing your “youness” and why it’s easier than you think. Please remember to leave a review on your favorite platform while when you’re done listening.

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    KEY TAKEAWAYS

    (1:08) Today’s episode is about owning who you are without apology.

    (2:29) So much of our perspective on being a woman is rooted in our society. Hear why.

    (6:00) Stacey shares some truths about owning who you are.

    (8:02) Here’s what to do if you want to move out of your comfort zone.

    (11:32) We can’t do this work alone! Do you need a support system?

    (12:49) When you’re making a change, try these tips from Stacey.

    (14:35) Make sure you’re having fun making this change!

    QUOTABLE

    “You have a choice in how you show up.”

    “If you want a different result, it requires you to be different.”

    “You don’t get to this moment in your life without going through something.”

    “Sometimes we need to slow down to go faster.”

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    17 m