Your Yes Filled Life

Brenda Winkle
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✨ Hosted by Brenda Winkle — Energy Healer, Intuitive Mentor & Emerging Voice for Spiritual Entrepreneurs You didn’t come here to play small, say “yes” out of obligation, or stay stuck in burnout disguised as service. You came to live in alignment — to lead, create, and thrive from your highest energetic truth. This is the podcast where soulful living meets embodied leadership. Hosted by Brenda Winkle, intuitive guide and energy mentor to spiritual entrepreneurs, conscious creators, and heart-led professionals, this show is your space to reclaim your energy, your intuition, and your unapologetic YES. Each episode blends spiritual tools, nervous system wisdom, real talk, and deep conversations that meet you at the intersection of healing and high-impact purpose. 💫 Whether you're navigating personal transformation or building a mission-led business, this space will remind you: Your energy is your most valuable asset. Your boundaries are sacred. And your “yes” is a portal to the life you were made for. Tune in twice weekly for wisdom, embodiment practices, and magnetic conversations that prepare you to lead from soul and build a life that says YES to you. Start by downloading a free energy audit to track your most valuable asset by going to brendawinkle.com/audit.

  1. Is Your Energy Being Harvested?

    3D AGO

    Is Your Energy Being Harvested?

    If you’ve been feeling strangely drained, foggy, or off-center lately, you’re not imagining it—and nothing is “wrong” with you. In this episode of Your Yes Filled Life, I’m naming something I’ve never fully talked about publicly before: energy harvesting. Energy harvesting is what happens when your attention, emotional labor, ideas, intuition, or nervous system regulation are being extracted without your consent and without true reciprocity—often under the guise of growth, service, leadership, spirituality, or belonging. If you’re an empath, intuitive, healer, or helper, you are especially vulnerable to this. You give freely, you care deeply, and you often assume the cost is yours to quietly absorb. In this episode, I talk about: What energy harvesting actually is How it can show up in masterminds, coaching containers, leadership roles, media cycles, and spiritual communities Why leaving an extractive system can feel like withdrawal, not instant relief Why you may feel disoriented, tired, or “off” right now—even if nothing has changed on paper How to begin reclaiming energetic sovereignty using my simple “zip up” method You’ll also hear some of my own stories of leaving misaligned containers, what it felt like in my body, and why I’m so committed to creating spaces that are not extractive—whether that’s the Intuitive Leader Retreat, the Spiritual CEO membership, or private sessions. Most importantly, I’ll help you start recognizing where your energy is being harvested, and how you can begin to call it back—without losing your empathy, your heart, or your gifts. If you’re craving a space that honors your sensitivity while respecting your sovereignty, this is the work we’ll be doing together at the Intuitive Leader Retreat and inside my 1:1 and community containers. Resources & Links: 🌊 Intuitive Leader Retreat (March 3–5, Lincoln City, Oregon) https://www.brendawinkle.com/retreat2026    💫 60-Minute Clarity + Regulation Sessionhttps://calendly.com/brendawinkle/private-session-single  🌱 Spiritual CEO Membership (7-day free trial)https://www.skool.com/thespiritualceo/about  🔍 Free Energy Audit https://www.brendawinkle.com/audit   Keywords: energy harvesting, Brenda Winkle, leadership guide, psychic medium, somatic coach, intuitive leaders, emotional labor, systemic extraction, cultural dynamics, disorientation, energy sovereignty, zipping up, nervous system regulation, empath, over-giving, energetic boundaries, self-care, spiritual communities, coaching, healing spaces, educational settings, business environments, political cycles, media cycles, extractive systems, personal experiences, mastermind group, compensation, emotional fog, collective reckoning, astrological context, February 2026, wood snake, fire horse, Saturn, Neptune, Aries, protection, energy extraction, compassion, awareness, energetic resilience, internal boundaries, boundary challenges, nervous system safety, community support, Intuitive Leader Retreat, Spiritual CEO membership, recalibration, clarity, feedback, empowerment, self-sabotage, personal growth, embodied confidence, clarity and freedom.

    41 min
  2. Why clarity disappears when stakes are high

    5D AGO

    Why clarity disappears when stakes are high

    Have you ever noticed that the more important a decision is, the harder it becomes to think clearly? In this episode of Your Yes Filled Life, I explore why clarity often disappears when the stakes are high — especially for empathic, intuitive, and high-capacity leaders — and why that doesn’t mean anything is wrong with you. When you’re navigating sustained stress, collective uncertainty, emotional labor, or personal transition, your nervous system can become overloaded. When that happens, clarity doesn’t vanish — it goes offline. Not because you’re confused or failing, but because your system is prioritizing protection. In this episode, I talk about: Why indecision is often a capacity issue, not a lack of knowing How pressure and urgency impact intuitive access Why forcing decisions or “trying harder” usually backfires What actually helps clarity return when everything feels heavy Why co-regulation and support matter more than strategy in uncertain times I also share why this is the exact work we do inside the Intuitive Leader Retreat — creating enough internal steadiness to hear yourself again when the stakes feel loaded — and why I’ve reopened single 60-minute clarity sessions for those navigating something acute right now. If you’ve been feeling foggy, tired, or overwhelmed, this episode is a reminder: Nothing has gone wrong. Your clarity hasn’t disappeared. It’s waiting for the right conditions to return. Links mentioned in this episode: Intuitive Leader Retreat (March 3–5, Lincoln City, Oregon) - https://www.brendawinkle.com/retreat2026  60-Minute Clarity Session - https://calendly.com/brendawinkle/private-session-single  Free Energy Audit. - https://www.brendawinkle.com/audit    Keywords: Brenda Winkle, leadership guide, psychic medium, somatic coach, Your Yes Filled Life, ambitious leaders, empaths, intuitive individuals, high-pressure times, chaotic times, nervous system overload, clarity, intuitive bodies, mental body, emotional body, intuitive body, self-care, seeking support, collective stress, political tension, connection, healing, nervous system regulation, community, Intuitive Leader Retreat, support, strength, vulnerability, emotional exhaustion, decision-making, clarity restoration, mindfulness, compassion, validation, personal growth, collective healing, unique contributions, scarcity thinking, Pisces, social connection, mental well-being, immersive experiences, precision support, focused support, self-awareness, processing emotions, community support, podcast episode, strategies for clarity, peace of mind.

    28 min
  3. When Commitment Becomes Self-Abandonment

    FEB 4

    When Commitment Becomes Self-Abandonment

    What if the thing you’re calling commitment is actually costing you yourself? In this episode of Your Yes Filled Life, Brenda explores how staying — in jobs, relationships, habits, or roles — can quietly turn into self-abandonment, especially for empathic, high-capacity people. You’ll learn: The difference between integrity-based commitment and hope-based endurance Why clarity gets quieter the longer you override yourself How nervous system safety restores discernment and self-trust Two simple reflection questions to help you know when it’s time to choose differently This episode is for anyone who keeps thinking, “Maybe if I just try harder…” and feels the cost in their body. ✨ If you’re ready to stop carrying this question alone, join us at the Intuitive Leader Retreat, March 3–5 in Lincoln City, Oregon. Enrollment closes February 26. Pre-retreat integration calls are included with registration when you register by February 18. 🔗 Learn more: https://www.brendawinkle.com/retreat2026  Download your energy audit: https://www.brendawinkle.com/audit  Keywords: commitment, self-abandonment, self-care, emotional well-being, COVID-19 pandemic, personal growth, community support, internal validation, external validation, high achievers, intuitive nudges, nervous system safety, boundaries, authentic growth, self-trust, decision-making, life transitions, reflective questions, Intuitive Leader Retreat, personal story, clarity, compassionate guidance, habits, relationships, jobs, misalignment, hope, self-inquiry, nurturing, healing, safe space, supportive environment, peace, authenticity.

    24 min
  4. It’s not indecision. It’s survival mode.

    FEB 1

    It’s not indecision. It’s survival mode.

    Have you ever thought, “I should know what to do by now,” but clarity still feels out of reach? In this episode, Brenda Winkle explores why clarity isn’t a thinking problem, it’s a nervous system one. If you’re empathic, intuitive, and high-integrity, you’re likely carrying emotional responsibility that isn’t yours. When your body doesn’t feel safe, clarity can’t land, no matter how much you think, analyze, or ask for advice. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why clarity is a somatic event, not a mental one How chronic over-attunement drains your decision-making capacity The hidden cost of being “the responsible one” What nervous system safety actually feels like in the body How embodied self-trust is built (not forced) Brenda also shares a personal story about recognizing misalignment - not from fear, but from integrity - and why trusting your body is part of an identity upgrade. ✨ Invitation: If you’re navigating a decision and want space to hear yourself clearly, registration is open for the Intuitive Leader Retreat on the Oregon Coast, March 3–5, 2026. Enrollment closes February 26. Each week before the retreat includes a live bonus call available only if you’re registered. No replays. 🔗 Learn more + reserve your spot: https://www.brendawinkle.com/retreat2026  🎧 If this episode resonated, please share it with someone you love and leave a review,  it helps more people find this work.   Keywords: Brenda Winkle, Your Yes Filled Life, energetic leadership guide, psychic medium, somatic coach, nervous system safety, decision-making clarity, empaths, intuitive leaders, embodied practices, self-trust, confidence, somatic movement, breathwork, sound healing, emotional exhaustion, boundaries, emotional weight, inner wisdom, compassionate decision-making, energy audit, alignment, Intuitive Leader Retreat, nervous system regulation, clarity as a somatic event, emotional responsibilities, self-awareness, empowerment, identity shift, embodied presence, clarity and freedom, leadership guidance, personal insights, client stories, decision-making challenges, over-attunement, mental clarity, emotional burdens, navigating uncertainty, honoring boundaries, practical tools, energy patterns, community experience, shared experiences, integrity, joy.

    24 min
  5. Walking Away: Wisdom or Fear? How to Tell the Difference

    JAN 28

    Walking Away: Wisdom or Fear? How to Tell the Difference

    Is the urge to walk away intuition or a nervous system response asking for relief? In this episode of Your Yes Filled Life, Brenda Winkle breaks down how to tell the difference between activated leaving (driven by urgency, overwhelm, or exhaustion) and regulated clarity (rooted in steadiness, self-trust, and integrity). This conversation is for thoughtful, high-performing, empathic, intuitive people who care deeply and often stay too long because they don’t want to abandon others or themselves. You’ll learn Why wanting to leave doesn’t automatically mean misalignment How urgency, looping, and emotional charge signal activation What clarity actually feels like in the body Why grief can still be present in aligned decisions How high-pressure environments blur discernment This episode isn’t about deciding faster. It’s about settling enough to hear what you already know. 🌊 The Intuitive Leader Retreat (Lincoln City, OR | March 3–5, 2026) An in-person reset for leaders navigating identity shifts and big decisions. Learn more:  https://www.brendawinkle.com/retreat2026  The Energy Audit - https://www.brendawinkle.com/audit    Keywords: Brenda Winkle, Your Yes Filled Life, podcast, nervous system misalignment, stress, emotional regulation, activated leaving, regulated leaving, self-trust, decision-making, self-care practices, clarity, discernment, emotional exhaustion, high stakes decisions, low stakes situations, somatic load, trauma-informed support, compassion, integrity, personal growth, identity transitions, Intuitive Leader Retreat, breathwork, Reiki energy, community support, emotional capacity, decision fatigue, self-soothing techniques, mental health, clarity in decision-making, personal narrative, transformation, nature therapy, emotional well-being, self-awareness, mindfulness practices, inner wisdom, personal development, nurturing environment, growth journey.

    35 min
  6. Should I Stay or Should I Go? How to Know What Fits Your New Identity

    JAN 25

    Should I Stay or Should I Go? How to Know What Fits Your New Identity

    Keywords: Brenda Winkle, Your Yes Filled Life, leadership guide, psychic medium, somatic coach, ambitious leaders, intuition, emotional regulation, nervous system, Internal Family Systems, IFS model, trauma, inner child, protector parts, decision-making, clarity, alignment, stress response, personal experience, emotional release, self-compassion, identity shift, boundaries, high-pressure environments, self-gaslighting, supportive communities, restorative space, intuitive guidance, Intuitive Leader Retreat, Lincoln City, Oregon, somatic practices, breathwork, Reiki healing, personal growth, clarity and freedom, decision fatigue, emotional intelligence, self-care, nurturing environment, trust yourself, validation, podcasting, audience engagement, rating and review.

    35 min
  7. You’re Not Stuck. You’re Integrating: Understanding Identity Lag

    JAN 21

    You’re Not Stuck. You’re Integrating: Understanding Identity Lag

    There’s a specific kind of frustration that shows up for high-capacity leaders. You know what you want. You’ve thought it through. You’ve made the decision consciously. And yet… you still hesitate. You still circle the same choice. You still feel slower than you “should” be. In this episode, I name what’s actually happening and it’s not procrastination, fear, or self-sabotage. It’s something I call identity lag. Identity lag happens when your life starts moving faster than your nervous system can comfortably integrate. Your mind may be clear, but your body is still catching up to who you’re becoming. In this conversation, I share: Why feeling “stuck” is often a sign of integration, not failure How high-capacity leaders experience identity lag more intensely The difference between intuition and nervous system stress Why clarity isn’t always the missing piece — and what actually is How shifting from self-monitoring to leadership and contribution can unlock movement again I also share personal stories from my own life — moments when everything was aligned on paper, yet my nervous system reacted with hesitation and fatigue right before stepping into something meaningful. If you’ve ever told yourself: “I should be past this by now” “Why does this feel harder than it should?” “What’s wrong with me?” This episode is here to gently take the pressure off. Nothing is wrong with you. You’re not behind. Your system may simply be integrating a new level of responsibility, visibility, or truth. And that deserves support — not force. Resources Mentioned: 🧭 Free Energy Audit: https://www.brendawinkle.com/audit  🌊 The Intuitive Leader Retreat (March 3–5, 2026 | Lincoln City, OR): https://www.brendawinkle.com/retreat2026  🌱 The Spiritual CEO Community: https://www.skool.com/thespiritualceo/about  The Elixir - https://www.brendawinkle.com/elixir    If this episode resonates, I’d love to hear from you. Send me a message on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts to help this work reach more leaders who need it. Keywords: Brenda Winkle, Your Yes Filled Life, identity lag, leadership guide, psychic medium, somatic coach, ambitious leaders, emotional patterns, behavioral patterns, high-capacity individuals, nervous system response, integration, decision-making, personal growth, health improvements, self-monitoring, outward service, contribution, leadership, emotional regulation tools, The Elixir, Intuitive Leader Retreat, identity transformation, community building, inner child work, protector parts, vision clarification, transformation process, patience, self-compassion, podcast community, Apple Podcasts, review and rating, embodying gifts, yes-filled lives.

    18 min
  8. Growth Isn’t Supposed to Feel This Draining - Here’s the Real Reason It Does (and the energetic shift that actually works)

    JAN 18

    Growth Isn’t Supposed to Feel This Draining - Here’s the Real Reason It Does (and the energetic shift that actually works)

    Sometimes the exact thing you want - more leadership, more impact, a bigger decision, a new season - can make you feel anxious, exhausted, frozen, or unusually triggered. That doesn’t mean you’re failing. It often means you’re in identity lag and your nervous system is activated. In this episode, I break down why growth can feel heavy even when you’re ready, how to tell the difference between intuition and stress responses, and what to do so you can keep moving without self-betrayal. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why “I feel scared, so it’s not aligned” is often a misread What identity lag is (and why it can make you tired) The difference between fear, avoidance, and a stress response Why strategy works when identity is stable (and backfires when it’s not) The 3 supports that create real identity integration:  regulation mirroring spacious, embodied decisions If growth is making you tired, edgy, emotional, or frozen—nothing is wrong with you. Your body is prioritizing safety during change. And with the right support, you can stabilize into who you’re becoming. Work with me (in the right size of support) Intuitive Leader Retreat (March 3–5, 2026 | Lincoln City, Oregon) A small, embodied container for nervous system regulation, identity integration, and real-time mirroring. ➡️ https://www.brendawinkle.com/retreat2026  The Elixir ($77 on-demand) 14 short, powerful tools (3–6 minutes each) for real-time emotional + nervous system regulation. ➡️ https://www.brendawinkle.com/elixir  Ongoing community: The Spiritual CEO membership Weekly support to lead your life + business with steadiness, ethics, and connection. ➡️ https://www.skool.com/thespiritualceo/about  Free: Download the Energy Audit ➡️ https://www.brendawinkle.com/audit  Keywords: nervous system regulation, identity shift, identity lag, somatic coaching, emotional regulation, freeze response, overthinking, people pleasing, intuitive leadership, spiritual entrepreneur, embodied decision making

    37 min
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✨ Hosted by Brenda Winkle — Energy Healer, Intuitive Mentor & Emerging Voice for Spiritual Entrepreneurs You didn’t come here to play small, say “yes” out of obligation, or stay stuck in burnout disguised as service. You came to live in alignment — to lead, create, and thrive from your highest energetic truth. This is the podcast where soulful living meets embodied leadership. Hosted by Brenda Winkle, intuitive guide and energy mentor to spiritual entrepreneurs, conscious creators, and heart-led professionals, this show is your space to reclaim your energy, your intuition, and your unapologetic YES. Each episode blends spiritual tools, nervous system wisdom, real talk, and deep conversations that meet you at the intersection of healing and high-impact purpose. 💫 Whether you're navigating personal transformation or building a mission-led business, this space will remind you: Your energy is your most valuable asset. Your boundaries are sacred. And your “yes” is a portal to the life you were made for. Tune in twice weekly for wisdom, embodiment practices, and magnetic conversations that prepare you to lead from soul and build a life that says YES to you. Start by downloading a free energy audit to track your most valuable asset by going to brendawinkle.com/audit.

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  • Creator
    Brenda Winkle
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    236
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Brenda Winkle Empowerment, LLC
  • Show Website
    Your Yes Filled Life