About Progress

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All the self-help extremes out there seem designed for perfect robots. But what if progress doesn’t require perfection? Welcome to your gentle self-development hub: About Progress, a podcast and community devoted to progress made practical. Join host and coach, Monica Packer, and her special guests to get the hug AND kick in the pants you need to do something and grow in ways that stick.

  1. 14 hrs ago

    The Hidden Need Behind Emotional Eating, Scrolling, and Other Numbing Habits + How to Help || Coaching Call with Alise

    In this episode, I sat down with Elise Kirk to explore her journey with emotional eating, a coping mechanism that reveals more about deeper unmet needs than a lack of discipline. As a mother of five, Elise candidly shared how her struggles with dysregulation affect her everyday life, leading us to uncover the wisdom hidden in her behaviors. Our conversation delved into understanding how seemingly negative habits can be symptoms of stress, social rejection, and overwhelming demands. Through our discussion, I found myself reflecting on the importance of self-compassion over self-criticism. Together, we identified practical ways Elise could start addressing her depleted energy levels, focusing on true self-care beyond the surface. This episode is not only about recognizing the roots of one’s habits but also about holding space for personal growth in a way that's meaningful and realistic. Complementary episodes: Interviews with Sabrina Magnan, Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, and Alyssa Blask Campbell; Solo episode on Numbing Out Snag your ticket for ⁠About Progress LIVE⁠   ⁠Preorder Sticky Habits ⁠book today! Join the ⁠Book Launch Committee⁠ for behind-the-scenes and first peeks at all things book. Join the ⁠Supporters Club⁠ to keep About Progress around for good. Go to ⁠Quince⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. 2 days ago

    Redefining Organization: Practical, Not Perfect || H&K with Tracy McCubbin

    If you've ever called yourself lazy or a bad housekeeper for having a messy junk drawer, this one's for you. Tracy McCubbin, professional organizer and self-proclaimed "child of a hoarder," breaks down why so much organization advice misses the emotional root of clutter — and how to stop being a perfectionist about your home. Tracy gets honest about the shame so many of us carry around our spaces, and offers a refreshingly simple reframe: your house isn't wrong and neither are you, it's just not working for you yet. That small shift in identity is one of the most powerful daily habits you can build for feeling more at peace at home — no color-coded pantry required. This clip is personal development and self-care for mothers in its most practical form. It's not about chasing a Pinterest-perfect house, it's about learning how to feel happier in the one you already have. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/the-roots-behind-your-clutter-problem-how-to-fix-them-with-tracy-mccubbin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  3. 4 days ago

    The Book That Almost Didn’t Happen: How Sticky Habits Became a Book | Behind the Scenes, Part 1

    I'm taking you behind the scenes of how my book, "Sticky Habits," came to life. It's a journey that almost didn't happen, rooted in my personal struggle with perfectionism and the need for habits that align with who we truly are. Throughout my path, I realized the habit-formation methods available often overlooked the unique challenges women face, particularly in terms of invisible labor and mental load. This sparked an obsession to create a method that genuinely supports women in reclaiming their happiness through sustainable habits. Turning this vision into reality was a rollercoaster of courses, coaching, and eventually, a book. Initially poised to self-publish, a serendipitous turn of events with a publishing company pushed me to rethink my approach. If my work has impacted you, I invite you to be part of this journey by pre-ordering the book. Let's change how women create habits that last and transform their lives. Snag your ticket for ⁠About Progress LIVE⁠   ⁠Preorder Sticky Habits ⁠book today! Join the ⁠Book Launch Committee⁠ for behind-the-scenes and first peeks at all things book. Join the ⁠Supporters Club⁠ to keep About Progress around for good. Go to ⁠Quince⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  4. 10 Aug

    A Tribute to Carol Lynn Pearson || Her Shared Lessons on Love, Acceptance, and the Divinity in Us All

    In this tribute episode of "About Progress," I honor the legacy of my dear friend Carol Lynn Pearson. Her life spanned 86 years, during which she was a celebrated poet, playwright, and activist, prominently championing marginalized voices in the LGBTQ+ community within the LDS faith. Reflecting on our friendship, a lingering regret remains with me: the times I allowed life’s challenges to pull me away from keeping in touch with her. Despite this, Carol Lynn’s unwavering forgiveness and wisdom continue to inspire me every day. I invite you to join me in celebrating her rich life and enduring impact as I share personal anecdotes and sing her song "I'll Walk With You," a testament to the love and companionship she so fervently embodied. Article on Carol Lynn First episode with Carol Lynn, “How to Evolve Alongside Your Gifts.” Snag your ticket for ⁠About Progress LIVE⁠   ⁠Preorder Sticky Habits ⁠book today! Join the ⁠Book Launch Committee⁠ for behind-the-scenes and first peeks at all things book. Join the ⁠Supporters Club⁠ to keep About Progress around for good. Go to ⁠Quince⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. 8 Aug

    The Painful Truth About Regrets, Told Through a Broken Finger || H&K with Monica Packer

    Monica Packer opens up about a regret that's still a little raw — literally. After falling down the stairs at 33 weeks pregnant, breaking her finger not once but three times, and going through surgery wide awake at 37 weeks, she discovered something unexpected in her recovery: the scar tissue left behind wouldn't budge, no matter how hard she worked at it. It's a story about a broken finger on the surface, but underneath, it's about how we hold onto our regrets, why healing from them takes real daily effort, and how self-compassion makes all the difference. A must-listen for any mom who's ever felt stuck in her own scar tissue. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/why-its-ok-to-have-regrets-what-to-do-when-you-struggle-with-them ⁠Preorder Sticky Habits ⁠book today! ⁠Leave a rating and review⁠ Get the free DSL Training. Follow About Progress on ⁠YOUTUBE⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. 6 Aug

    Embracing play production chaos, 40th birthday milestones, NYC sightseeing, audiobook triumph, family health stressors, and commemorating a special friend || Messy Middle August 2026

    This monthly series features an episode sharing my recent highs and lows, how my habits are going, a Do Something List update, plus what I'm loving lately and my commitments for the upcoming month. I hope this glimpse into my life, my family, my work, and my own self development encourages you in your own journey. Around here the goal is never perfection, just to keep trying, even if in very simple ways. I think you'll see that with all of the big changes going on for me, taking the smallest of steps has helped to keep me afloat and feeling like myself. As always, I encourage you to get messy, too!  Snag your ticket for About Progress LIVE Preorder Sticky Habits book today! Join the Book Launch Committee for behind-the-scenes and first peeks at all things book. Join the Supporters Club to keep About Progress around for good. Get the free DSL Training. Get your AirDoctorPro air purifier with the discount code “MONICA.”  Get your teen Knix with code “PROGRESS.” Go to Quince for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. 3 Aug

    The Messy Middle of Dreams || 6 Lessons on Staying on the Path When Progress Feels Impossible

    I don't know about you, but I've spent way too many years thinking that if something felt hard, I must be on the wrong path. Turns out I was dead wrong — and this episode is me finally saying the quiet part out loud. I'm walking you through six lessons I've picked up from a decade of About Progress (plus a very embarrassing, very nerve-wracking turn in a community play) about what it actually feels like to be stuck in the middle of pursuing a dream. Spoiler: it's messy, it's uncomfortable, and it's exactly where you're supposed to be. I get into the difference between stopping and quitting, why "small wins over time" beats the all-or-nothing trap every time, and the lesson that changed how I see this whole journey — that the purpose was never the arrival, it was always you. Settle in for this one; it might be the nudge you need to stay on your own path a little longer. Complementary episodes: Value-Driven Living; Dream-Led Living; Stopping vs. Quitting; ⁠Preorder Sticky Habits ⁠book today! Join the ⁠Book Launch Committee⁠ for behind-the-scenes and first peeks at all things book. Join the ⁠Supporters Club⁠ to keep About Progress around for good.  Go to Quince for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. 1 Aug

    Why Hustle Culture Is Making You Productive in the Wrong Ways || H&K with Jess Massey

    If you've ever laid your head down at night feeling like nothing was ever enough, this one's for you. Jess Massey gets real about her own hustle culture rock bottom — the tunnel vision, the urgency addiction, the belief that everything is important (which really means nothing is). She opens up about what it cost her: presence with her husband, her friendships, her own mental health, all sacrificed at the altar of "keep your eye on the prize."  This clip is a gentle wake-up call for anyone chasing self improvement the wrong way — through burnout instead of balance. It's a reminder that personal development isn't about doing more, it's about becoming aware of the daily habits and beliefs driving you into the ground. If you're a recovering perfectionist who equates busyness with worth, Jess's honesty here might be the permission slip you didn't know you needed to slow down and reconnect with what actually matters. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/peaceful-productivity-the-antidote-to-hustle-culture-how-you-can-get-the-right-stuff-done-at-the-right-time ⁠Preorder Sticky Habits ⁠book today! ⁠Leave a rating and review⁠ Get the free DSL Training. Follow About Progress on ⁠YOUTUBE⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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All the self-help extremes out there seem designed for perfect robots. But what if progress doesn’t require perfection? Welcome to your gentle self-development hub: About Progress, a podcast and community devoted to progress made practical. Join host and coach, Monica Packer, and her special guests to get the hug AND kick in the pants you need to do something and grow in ways that stick.

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  • Creator
    Cloud10
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    877
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