Unpack Your Life

Jane Bond

Despite my decade of success as an entrepreneur in real estate, I made a painstaking decision to restart my path in a new city with a new career and a new life. It was time that I stopped living in someone else’s dream life and start living in my own. On the Unpack Your Life podcast, I dive into the courageous stories of those who made the life changing decision to walk away and reinvent themselves. Is it time for you to Unpack Your Life? Tune in for more.

  1. 2 days ago

    Living as an Imposter: Discovering Your Authentic Self with Amy Colton | 24

    Most women don’t realize how much they’re unknowingly leaving on the table during life’s major transitions—until they are forced to separate who they are from what they have built. In this episode of Unpack Your Life, Jane Bond sits down with Amy Colton, a family law mediator, CDFA, and founder of Your Divorce Made Simple. Divorce, loss, and financial upheavals are rarely just about the logistics—they are profound disruptions that serve as the ultimate entry point to identity deconstruction. When the roles you’ve performed for years no longer fit, it isn't a failure; it is an invitation to rebuild your life with radical intention and true internal alignment. Amy shares her journey from a corporate tech trailblazer to a fierce advocate for women’s financial independence. She exposes the critical gaps in financial clarity that many high-performing women face during separation and shares her innovative "Kitchen Table Divorce" model—a single-day mediation framework designed to cut standard costs from $55,000 to just a fraction, preserving your wealth and your dignity. Whether you are navigating a major life transition, facing a "gray divorce," or ready to stop performing for past expectations and start thriving as your authentic self, hit play now—your future self will thank you. Connect with Amy: YourDivorceMadeSimple.comConnect with Jane: Learn more about the 5-Step Identity Method at : https://mailchi.mp/e5fa6cd2f7bc/jane-bond-identity-audit Subscribe to the Unpack Your Life Channel Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@JaneBond-r1e Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unpack-your-life/id1789819668

    1hr 9min
  2. 30 Jun

    Unpacking Life, Loss, and Authenticity with Stephen Pesavento |23

    What happens when a sudden, painful tragedy completely shatters the life and professional identity you’ve built? In this deeply moving episode, Stephen Pesavento opens up about his personal journey through profound loss and grief after the passing of his sister. He shares how this intense "breakdown before the breakthrough" forced him to reevaluate everything, step out of the roles he was simply expected to play, and step fully into his raw truth. If you are a high-achiever who feels disconnected from the success you’ve built, Stephen’s story is a beautiful, necessary roadmap for finding strength in pain, processing grief healthily, and restructuring your life and business around your true core values. ✨ Inside the Episode: The personal wake-up call that redefines purpose and alignment. How to process grief through natural emotional release and gratitude. The power of community, meaningful support systems, and shedding toxic ties. How inner transformation fundamentally alters how you lead and do business. 🔗 Resources & Links: Take The Identity Audit to spot hidden friction in your execution: https://mailchi.mp/e5fa6cd2f7bc/jane-bond-identity-audit Connect with Stephen Pesavento: Twitter: https://x.com/stephenpesavento Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenpesavento/https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenpesavento/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVIYpUX9XqauGNi0P1e6gtQ Listen to Stephen's Show (The Investor Mindset Podcast): https://investormindset.com/podcast/ Follow the podcast, leave a review, and visit our community directly here.

    47 min
  3. 23 Jun

    Authentic Connection and Resilience: Lessons from Laura Moritz| 22

    Most women underestimate the power of authentic connection and often sabotage their own success without even realizing it. In this episode of Unpack Your Life, host Jane Bond sits down with powerhouse mortgage broker and author Laura Moritz to reveal the exact moments that reshaped her life, career, and business. From a life-changing story of paying forward a neighbor’s mortgage during 9/11 to navigating intense workplace discrimination in a male-dominated industry, Laura shares a masterclass in resilience, integrity, and building wealth on your own terms. Whether you are a woman navigating a corporate career, an aspiring entrepreneur, or a real estate enthusiast looking to realign with your purpose, this conversation will give you the tools to break through your psychological ceilings and lead with internal authority. 🎵 INSIDE THE EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER: The "Mask" of Perfection: The surprising truth about jealousy, insecurity, and why collaboration over competition among women is the ultimate cheat code for success. Overcoming Adversity: Laura’s raw story of being fired during pregnancy, rebuilding her confidence from scratch, and asserting her independence. The 9/11 Catalyst: How a mysterious note left on Laura’s car became the foundational spark for her groundbreaking Women’s Empowerment Organization. Smart Wealth Building: Practical, real-world insights on financial literacy, smart real estate investing, and adapting to current market shifts. 💡 CONNECT WITH LAURA MORITZ: Website: https://classicmortgagellc.com/ Grab Laura's Book: "Winning Connection" by Laura Moritz Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/la Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/merrimanmoritz/ Note: Laura operates and offers expert mortgage guidance across NY, NJ, FL, CT, and PA. ✨ ABOUT UNPACK YOUR LIFE:Despite a decade of success as an entrepreneur in real estate, host Jane Bond made the painstaking decision to restart her path in a new city with a new career and a new life. On the Unpack Your Life podcast, she dives into the underlying psychological architecture of high performance, leadership, and personal alignment. Through frameworks like the 5-Step Identity Method, we help you unpack the barriers holding you back so you can stop living someone else's dream life and start living your own. Follow the podcast, leave a review, and visit our community directly here.

    1hr 6min
  4. 16 Jun

    The Cost of Over-Responsibility: Redefining Success on Your Own Terms | 21

    Have you ever felt like you were performing a role rather than living as your authentic self? Many high-achieving women reach a point where they realize they have built an identity based entirely on external utility, rather than who they truly are today. In this powerful episode of Unpack Your Life, host Jane Bond sits down with trauma-informed coach Gia lacqua to dive deep into the hidden costs of over-responsibility. Together, they explore how we often equate being useful with our worth, and how the pressure to be the ultimate fixer can lead directly to burnout and a loss of identity. Gia opens up about her own journey from being the perpetual fixer to understanding the true importance of balance, self-awareness, and somatic boundaries. Together, we explore the five strategic archetypes that women often embody in their pursuit of success—the Fixer, the Peacekeeper, the Chameleon, the Ghost, and the Prover. Learn how to recognize your own behavior patterns, understand where your role ends and where others begin, and reframe success so it is as unique as your fingerprint. It is never too late to stop over-functioning, embrace rest, and completely unpack your life. Feeling inspired? Make sure to connect with Gia and tell her you heard her on Unpack Your Life! instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gialacqua/ amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1637634811?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_7ZWEYM6W8PD8X4D9SXY6_1&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_7ZWEYM6W8PD8X4D9SXY6_1&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_7ZWEYM6W8PD8X4D9SXY6_1&bestFormat=true youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@whattheshiftpod linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glacqua/

    57 min
  5. 26 May

    Identity Audit: The Power of Storytelling with Sheila Jenkinson | 20

    Have you ever felt like you were performing a role rather than living as your authentic self? Many leaders reach a point where they realize they have built an identity based entirely on societal expectations or past achievements, rather than who they truly are today. In this powerful episode of Unpack Your Life, host Jane Bond sits down with podcaster, award-winning storyteller, and tourism advocate Sheila Jenkinson, host of the Growing Small Town Nebraska podcast. Together, they dive deep into the concept of conducting an Identity Audit—an introspective, intentional process to assess who you are, unlearn past limitations, and consciously choose who you want to become in your next season. Sheila opens up about her passion for positive storytelling, community building, and her own journey navigating major life transitions with grace and resilience. Together, we explore what it means to step into your truth, overcome the fear of judgment, and rewrite your narrative so you can stop focusing on old limitations and start telling a positive story about your future. It is never too late to reinvent yourself, claim your true alignment, and completely unpack your life. Feeling inspired? Make sure to connect with Sheila and tell her you heard her on Unpack Your Life! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/growing-small-town-nebraska/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingsmalltownnebraska/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growingsmalltownnepodcast/

    1hr 1min

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Despite my decade of success as an entrepreneur in real estate, I made a painstaking decision to restart my path in a new city with a new career and a new life. It was time that I stopped living in someone else’s dream life and start living in my own. On the Unpack Your Life podcast, I dive into the courageous stories of those who made the life changing decision to walk away and reinvent themselves. Is it time for you to Unpack Your Life? Tune in for more.