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Welcome to Mpowered Living, the podcast that empowers high-achievers to lead a more fulfilling, purpose-driven life in both family and business. Each week, our expert guests, thought-provoking conversations, and actionable insights will equip you with the tools and knowledge you need to take charge of your life and create the future you’ve always dreamed of. Here’s to living empowered, intentional lives.

  1. Episode 66 | The Science of Self-Compassion: Turning Your Inner Critic Into Real Resilience with Tia Graham

    5 DAYS AGO

    Episode 66 | The Science of Self-Compassion: Turning Your Inner Critic Into Real Resilience with Tia Graham

    In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with resilience expert Tia Graham to explore what really happens when we’re pushed to our limits and why our reactions are often rooted deeper than we think. From parenting stress to workplace pressure, Tia breaks down how past experiences shape our triggers, how the inner critic develops, and why self-compassion is one of the most powerful tools for resilience, leadership, and long-term well-being. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why your triggers are connected to past experiences and conditioningHow to build awareness around your reactions and patternsThe science behind self-compassion—and how it improves performance and leadershipHow to shift from inner critic to inner cheerleaderWhat truly drives long-term happiness (and common misconceptions about success)Why relationships and human connection are the strongest predictors of well-beingIf you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, reactive, or stuck in patterns you can’t explain, this episode offers a practical and powerful framework to better understand yourself and respond with more resilience. Connect with Tia Graham Website: https://www.tiagraham.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiagraham/ Join the FREE 10% Calmer Challenge: https://www.tiagraham.com/calm-challenge The Feel Good Club Podcast: https://www.tiagraham.com/podcast

    42 min
  2. Episode 65 | You Don’t Have to Earn Your Worth: Rethinking Success with Jasmyn Quianna

    2 APR

    Episode 65 | You Don’t Have to Earn Your Worth: Rethinking Success with Jasmyn Quianna

    In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with Jasmyn Quianna to explore a challenge many high achievers face, but rarely acknowledge: Feeling disconnected from yourself, even when everything looks successful on the outside. After years of striving, achieving, and meeting expectations, many people lose touch with who they truly are. Jasmyn shares how this happens, why it’s so common, and what it takes to reconnect with your truth and rebuild alignment from the inside out, all from her own learned experience. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why high achievers often feel unfulfilled despite external successThe role of conditioning, people-pleasing, and limiting beliefs in shaping identityHow to reconnect with yourself when you feel out of alignmentThe impact of nervous system dysregulation on burnout and anxietySimple, practical tools to regulate your body and create lasting changeIf you’ve ever felt like you’re going through the motions or questioning the life you’ve built, this episode offers a powerful starting point to come back to yourself. Connect with Jasmyn Quianna Website: https://www.jasmynquianna.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasmynquiannaBook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GJRDZVCY/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasmynquianna/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jasmyn.adams.5/

    42 min
  3. Episode 64 | Why Parenthood Strains Relationships: How Couples Recover and Reconnect with Eli Weinstein

    26 MAR

    Episode 64 | Why Parenthood Strains Relationships: How Couples Recover and Reconnect with Eli Weinstein

    In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with therapist Eli Weinstein to explore one of the most common—but least talked about—challenges couples face: Why relationships often feel harder after having kids. Parenthood brings joy, but it also introduces sleep deprivation, shifting roles, and an invisible mental load that can leave couples feeling disconnected, reactive, and overwhelmed. Eli breaks down why this happens and how couples can move from blame and frustration to true partnership. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why the transition into parenthood often creates unexpected relationship strain • How communication breaks down, and how to start the conversation again • The impact of invisible labor and mental load on both partners • Why “you should just know” creates more conflict • Practical ways to reconnect and operate as a team If you’ve ever felt like you and your partner are out of sync since becoming parents, this episode offers practical tools and a new perspective to help you reconnect. Connect with Eli Weinstein Website: https://www.eliweinsteinlcsw.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eli-weinstein-lcsw-95a0a26a/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eliweinstein_lcsw/ Podcast: The Dude Therapist Book: https://www.eliweinsteinlcsw.com/book

    52 min
  4. Episode 63 | Breath Is Your Superpower: Resetting Stress and Burnout with Tabatha DeBruyn

    19 MAR

    Episode 63 | Breath Is Your Superpower: Resetting Stress and Burnout with Tabatha DeBruyn

    In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with breathwork facilitator Tabatha DeBruyn to explore a powerful truth most high performers overlook: You can’t think your way out of a dysregulated nervous system. When you’re constantly “on,” stress doesn’t just live in your mind—it shows up in your body as tension, brain fog, reactivity, and burnout. Tabatha shares how simple breathwork techniques can help you reset your state, improve clarity, and move from reacting to responding in your daily life. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why high achievers often stay stuck in stress modeHow your breath directly impacts your brain and nervous system The difference between reacting vs. respondingSimple breath techniques to calm down or re-energize in minutesHow your nervous system affects your relationships and those around you Try this: Inhale through your nose, exhale longer than you inhale—and notice what shifts. Connect with Tabatha DeBruyn Website: https://www.tabatha.online/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tabatha_debruyn/ Private Coaching: https://tabatha.thrivecart.com/private-coaching-options/ 7-Day TAB Nervous System Reset: https://tabatha.thrivecart.com/tab-7day-nervous-system-reset/ Email: tabatha@tabatha.online

    42 min
  5. Episode 62 | The Leadership Mindset Shifts That Unlock Entrepreneurial Growth with Shannon Waller

    14 MAR

    Episode 62 | The Leadership Mindset Shifts That Unlock Entrepreneurial Growth with Shannon Waller

    When was the last time you challenged your own leadership habits? In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with Shannon Waller — author, leadership coach at Strategic Coach, and expert on entrepreneurial teamwork — to talk about the leadership mindset shifts that unlock real entrepreneurial growth. Shannon has spent decades coaching entrepreneurs through the challenges of scaling businesses and building teams. One pattern stands out: leaders who grow the most are the ones who stay self-aware, curious, and willing to evolve. Because leadership isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about recognizing when the way you’ve always operated is no longer what your team—or your business—needs from you. In this episode, they unpack: • The three types of awareness every leader needs: self, team, and business • Why curiosity is one of the most underrated leadership strengths • How leaders accidentally limit their growth by staying in familiar roles • The difference between being in control and being in charge • How fear and excitement often show up at the same time when leaders pursue bigger goals This conversation is especially relevant for leaders and entrepreneurs who feel the tension between where they are today and the next level they know they’re capable of reaching. Connect with Shannon Waller Website: www.trategiccoach.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonwaller/ Podcast: Shannon Waller's Team Success Podcast: Inside Strategic Coach

    56 min
  6. Episode 61 | Marriage First, Kids Second: Building a Strong Family with Julia & Gino Barbaro

    6 MAR

    Episode 61 | Marriage First, Kids Second: Building a Strong Family with Julia & Gino Barbaro

    What is one behavior in your home that your children might be learning simply by watching you? In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with Julia and Gino Barbaro for a candid conversation about marriage, parenting, and building a strong family culture while navigating business, money, and personal growth. With nearly three decades of marriage and six children, Julia and Gino share what they’ve learned about raising kids who genuinely enjoy being together, working through disagreements without damaging relationships, and staying aligned as partners through seasons of growth and change. In this episode, they explore: A simple shift that helps couples argue without turning disagreements into personal attacksWhy many high-achievers struggle to move from “problem solving” to truly listeningThe surprising question one parent asked their children that opened the door to deep healingA powerful habit that helped their family stay connected despite busy schedulesHow parents unknowingly pass down hidden beliefs about moneyWhy modeling behavior matters far more than the advice we giveThis conversation is especially relevant for parents, couples, and leaders who want to build stronger relationships at home while still pursuing growth and success in their professional lives. Connect with Julia and Gino Barbaro: Website: https://barbaro360.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barbaro_360/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/barbaro360/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@barbaro-360 Skool: https://www.skool.com/barbaro360

    55 min
  7. Episode 60 | Stop Pushing Through: A New Model of Resilient Leadership with Jodi Scott

    26 FEB

    Episode 60 | Stop Pushing Through: A New Model of Resilient Leadership with Jodi Scott

    When was the last time you paused long enough to notice your feet on the ground before making a hard decision? In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with entrepreneur and founder of Green Goo, Jodi Scott, for a deeply human conversation about leadership, loss, resilience, and the underestimated power of presence. Jodi shares the story behind her guiding philosophy to “spread goodness” — and how that belief was tested when she lost her company, her team, and her sense of purpose almost overnight. What followed wasn’t hustle. It wasn’t grind. It was something far more powerful. In this episode, they explore: Why “pushing through” is often a half-full version of resilienceThe 30-second presence practice that can change how you lead under pressureWhat happens to a team when a leader walks into a room rushed and reactiveHow presence creates psychological safety, creativity, and trustThe subtle difference between being firm and being in fight-or-flightWhy leaders who are rescuers and protectors burn out fasterThe reframe from “protector” to “archer” — and how that changes your energyHow small discomforts (like choosing the middle airplane seat) build resilience muscleWhat it looks like to bring leadership lessons home to your childrenThis conversation is especially relevant for leaders and parents who feel the pull to constantly fix, solve, and save — and are ready to lead from something deeper. Connect with Jodi Scott Instagram Facebook Green Goo (@greengoohelps) | TikTok Jodi Scott | LinkedIn Plants With Purpose | Green Goo by SPRY LIFE LLC

    37 min
  8. Episode 59 | From Burnout to Agency: Taking Control of Your Career with Lisa Seay

    20 FEB

    Episode 59 | From Burnout to Agency: Taking Control of Your Career with Lisa Seay

    If you’re frustrated with someone… have you actually had the conversation yet? In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with executive coach Lisa Seay for a grounded, honest conversation about leadership, trust, burnout, and the real work happening behind the scenes in leaders’ lives. Lisa shares what she’s learned from years of coaching mid-level and senior leaders—and why so many capable people feel unsure, underprepared, or stuck even after “making it.” From imposter syndrome to difficult conversations to career pivots, this episode is a reminder that leadership isn’t about power… it’s about self-awareness and clarity. In this episode, they unpack: Why leaders struggle to “be human” with their teams—and how vulnerability builds trustA simple structured approach to helping new leaders assimilate with a teamWhat leaders get wrong about “hard conversations” (and why avoiding them causes more damage)The truth behind “clear is kind” and why clarity is a leadership responsibilityThe #1 reason career transitions stall: lack of clarity around what you want and whyHow to ask for help (or build connections) without sounding salesy or needyBurnout warning signs leaders miss—especially “overextended behaviors” that feel unlike youThe coaching question that unlocks everything: “What do you want instead?”Why great leadership begins in the mirror Connect with Lisa Seay Connect on LinkedIn www.theelementc.com Book a Get to Know Each Other Call

    48 min
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Welcome to Mpowered Living, the podcast that empowers high-achievers to lead a more fulfilling, purpose-driven life in both family and business. Each week, our expert guests, thought-provoking conversations, and actionable insights will equip you with the tools and knowledge you need to take charge of your life and create the future you’ve always dreamed of. Here’s to living empowered, intentional lives.

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