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Claudia Noriega-Bernstein
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Don’t Shrink to Fit: The Podcast for women who refuse to play small. Empowering conversations. Inspiring transformations. Limitless possibilities. Are you ready to step into your power, break free from limitations, and create the life of abundance and joy you’ve always wanted? Don’t Shrink to Fit is more than a podcast—it’s a movement. Hosted by Claudia Noriega-Bernstein, an abundance coach, best-selling author, and speaker devoted to helping women stop shrinking to fit, reconnect with their inner power, and create lives filled with purpose, freedom, and abundance. Don't Shrink to Fit isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. Each episode brings you powerful insights from incredible experts who share strategies and mindset shifts to help you break through limitations and step into your fullest potential. You’ll also hear from courageous, driven women who have faced life’s toughest challenges and transformed them into opportunities. Every episode is an invitation to grow, heal, and evolve as we navigate the ups and downs of life together. 

  1. 5D AGO

    Valentines Day Lessons in Motherhood and Resilience

    What happens when life tells you "no" to your biggest dream? In this deeply personal and emotional episode of Don’t Shrink to Fit, host Claudia Noriega-Bernstein sits down for a rare, heart-to-heart Q&A with her daughters. Claudia opens up about her journey to motherhood—from being told she could never have children to the "miracle" of returning to her "Plan A." This episode explores the raw realities of parenting: the fear of being an absent mother, the struggle of navigating a divorce with three young children, and the life-changing realization that being "strong" doesn't mean hiding your tears. Learn more about Inner-Abundance Coaching by visiting Claudia’s website. Stay connected with Claudia Noriega Bernstein: Follow on Instagram for daily inspiration and insightsConnect with Claudia on LinkedInJoin her community on FacebookWatch her empowering videos on TikTokGrab her best-selling book, Brighter Days, on Amazon✨ And here’s a special gift for you:  Download Claudia’s free workbook, “Empowered Journey: Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance.” Overwhelmed? Frustrated? Tired of the BS? You are not alone. I’ve been there, and I’ve helped so many women just like you get out of the funk and start living the life they deserve. Book your call now—don’t wait. You are meant for more. And while you’re at it, grab my book Brighter Days on Amazon. You’ll love it. Learn about my freebies and membership below! Every week, I expand on the podcast topic with practical tools, insights, and tips to help you heal, grow, and stay aligned with your inner abundance. It’s like a little love note in your inbox—just for you. if you want to receive it sign in to mailing list! Ready to Join? Dm me or email me now! Claudia@claudiaNoriegaBernstein.com - You can also connect with me on instagram @Claudia_Noriega_Bersntein or visit my website at ClaudiaNoriegaBernstein.com, you will learn about my 1:1 coaching, retreat and training. If you liked this episode please leave me a comment, share it, subscribe and give me a good review. Thank you! Here is your link for your FREE Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance Workbook: https://mailchi.mp/claudianoriegabernstein.com/signup_for_free_workbook Get it now!! News: Get on the waiting list for my Inner Radiance Collective! A sacred space for women ready to step into their...

    20 min

  2. FEB 10

    The Healing Power of Horses with Sue Willoughby

    Horses have a unique way of seeing through our masks and reflecting our true selves. In this soulful episode of Don’t Shrink to Fit, host Claudia Noriega Bernstein welcomes Sue Willoughby—a truth-teller, boundary breaker, and certified Equus coach who helps women over 40 stop playing small and start living with intention. Sue shares her journey from a childhood shaped by family struggle to finding profound healing and purpose through the spirit of horses. Together, she and Claudia discuss how these majestic animals act as mirrors for our internal stress, leadership styles, and boundaries, offering a path to reclamation for women navigating the transitions of midlife. Sue and Claudia remind us that we aren't defined by our roles as mothers, CEOs, or caregivers. Sometimes, we just need to get out of our heads and back into our hearts to find the power we’ve had all along. Learn more about Inner-Abundance Coaching by visiting Claudia’s website. Stay connected with Claudia Noriega Bernstein: Follow on Instagram for daily inspiration and insightsConnect with Claudia on LinkedInJoin her community on FacebookWatch her empowering videos on TikTokGrab her best-selling book, Brighter Days, on Amazon✨ And here’s a special gift for you:  Download Claudia’s free workbook, “Empowered Journey: Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance.” Learn more about Sue Willoughby by visiting willoughbycoaching.com. Stay connected with Sue Willoughby: Listen to her podcast, Midlife Strategies for Badass WomenConnect with Sue on InstagramVisit her website: WillouOverwhelmed? Frustrated? Tired of the BS? You are not alone. I’ve been there, and I’ve helped so many women just like you get out of the funk and start living the life they deserve. Book your call now—don’t wait. You are meant for more. And while you’re at it, grab my book Brighter Days on Amazon. You’ll love it. Learn about my freebies and membership below! Every week, I expand on the podcast topic with practical tools, insights, and tips to help you heal, grow, and stay aligned with your inner abundance. It’s like a little love note in your inbox—just for you. if you want to receive it sign in to mailing list! Ready to Join? Dm me or email me now! Claudia@claudiaNoriegaBernstein.com - You can also connect with me on instagram @Claudia_Noriega_Bersntein or visit my website at ClaudiaNoriegaBernstein.com, you will learn about my 1:1 coaching, retreat and training. If you liked this episode please leave me a comment, share it, subscribe and give me a good review. Thank you! Here is your link for your FREE Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance Workbook: https://mailchi.mp/claudianoriegabernstein.com/signup_for_free_workbook Get it now!! News: Get on the waiting list for my Inner Radiance Collective! A sacred space for women ready to step into their...

    38 min

  3. FEB 2

    What Happens When Your Body Isn't Heard with Dr. Diana Driscoll

    In this powerful episode of Don’t Shrink to Fit, host Claudia Noriega Bernstein sits down with Dr. Diana Driscoll, a leading authority on the autonomic nervous system and its role in invisible conditions that disproportionately affect women. After a virus left Dr. Driscoll completely disabled, she saw nearly 50 doctors and still could not get real answers. She was eventually labeled with POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome), but what she discovered changed everything. POTS is not a true diagnosis, it is a presentation, like a fever. The real question is what is driving the body to respond that way. Claudia also shares her own experience navigating fatigue, digestive issues, and the emotional whiplash of shifting labels like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. Together, they talk about the grief of feeling unseen, the guilt of not wanting to be a burden, and the power of getting curious when the medical system cannot connect the dots. This episode is equal parts science and validation. It is a reminder that you are not imagining your symptoms, and you do not have to accept vague answers as the end of the road. Learn more about Inner-Abundance Coaching by visiting Claudia’s website. Stay connected with Claudia Noriega Bernstein: Follow on Instagram for daily inspiration and insightsConnect with Claudia on LinkedInJoin her community on FacebookWatch her empowering videos on TikTokGrab her best-selling book, Brighter Days, on Amazon✨ And here’s a special gift for you:  Download Claudia’s free workbook, “Empowered Journey: Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance.” 🤝Stay connected with Dr. Diana Driscoll: Connect with Dr. Diana on Linkedin POTS Care: https://potscare.com Website: https://drd Overwhelmed? Frustrated? Tired of the BS? You are not alone. I’ve been there, and I’ve helped so many women just like you get out of the funk and start living the life they deserve. Book your call now—don’t wait. You are meant for more. And while you’re at it, grab my book Brighter Days on Amazon. You’ll love it. Learn about my freebies and membership below! Every week, I expand on the podcast topic with practical tools, insights, and tips to help you heal, grow, and stay aligned with your inner abundance. It’s like a little love note in your inbox—just for you. if you want to receive it sign in to mailing list! Ready to Join? Dm me or email me now! Claudia@claudiaNoriegaBernstein.com - You can also connect with me on instagram @Claudia_Noriega_Bersntein or visit my website at ClaudiaNoriegaBernstein.com, you will learn about my 1:1 coaching, retreat and training. If you liked this episode please leave me a comment, share it, subscribe and give me a good review. Thank you! Here is your link for your FREE Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance Workbook: https://mailchi.mp/claudianoriegabernstein.com/signup_for_free_workbook Get it now!! News: Get on the waiting list for my Inner Radiance Collective! A sacred space for women ready to step into their...

    43 min

  4. JAN 27

    Rewiring the Mind, Healing Trauma, Boundaries, and Self-Worth with Anna Hanael

    In this powerful episode of Don’t Shrink to Fit, host Claudia Noriega Bernstein sits down with hypnotherapist, energy master, and mentor Anna Hanael to explore how subconscious programming shapes self-worth, boundaries, and relationship patterns. Anna shares her deeply personal journey, from surviving an abusive marriage to discovering the life-changing power of hypnotherapy and energy mastery. Together, Claudia and Anna reveal why logic and willpower alone can’t create lasting change, and how healing the subconscious dissolves trauma, people-pleasing, abandonment wounds, and self-sabotage at the root. This conversation dives into inner child healing, subconscious reprogramming, and why true healing creates automatic transformation, without burnout, force, or constant effort. Learn more about Inner-Abundance Coaching by visiting Claudia’s website. Stay connected with Claudia Noriega Bernstein: Follow on Instagram for daily inspiration and insightsConnect with Claudia on LinkedInJoin her community on FacebookWatch her empowering videos on TikTokGrab her best-selling book, Brighter Days, on Amazon ✨ And here’s a special gift for you:  Download Claudia’s free workbook, “Empowered Journey: Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance.” Learn more about Anna Hanael’s transformational hypnotherapy and subconscious healing work by visiting her website. 🤝Stay connected with Anna Hanael: Follow her on Instagram  Connect with Anna on LinkedIn Overwhelmed? Frustrated? Tired of the BS? You are not alone. I’ve been there, and I’ve helped so many women just like you get out of the funk and start living the life they deserve. Book your call now—don’t wait. You are meant for more. And while you’re at it, grab my book Brighter Days on Amazon. You’ll love it. Learn about my freebies and membership below! Every week, I expand on the podcast topic with practical tools, insights, and tips to help you heal, grow, and stay aligned with your inner abundance. It’s like a little love note in your inbox—just for you. if you want to receive it sign in to mailing list! Ready to Join? Dm me or email me now! Claudia@claudiaNoriegaBernstein.com - You can also connect with me on instagram @Claudia_Noriega_Bersntein or visit my website at ClaudiaNoriegaBernstein.com, you will learn about my 1:1 coaching, retreat and training. If you liked this episode please leave me a comment, share it, subscribe and give me a good review. Thank you! Here is your link for your FREE Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance Workbook: https://mailchi.mp/claudianoriegabernstein.com/signup_for_free_workbook Get it now!! News: Get on the waiting list for my Inner Radiance Collective! A sacred space for women ready to step into their...

    38 min

  5. JAN 20

    Cancer, Healing, and the Truth About Natural Medicine with Sylvie Beljanski

    Cancer doesn’t appear overnight, and healing requires looking deeper than symptoms alone. In this eye-opening episode of Don’t Shrink to Fit, host Claudia Noriega Bernstein welcomes Sylvie Beljanski, health advocate, author, and founder of Maison Beljanski, for a powerful conversation about cancer research, environmental toxins, and addressing the root cause of disease. Sylvie shares her family’s remarkable history in cancer research, the suppression of natural medicine, and how holistic, science-backed approaches can support healing, physically, emotionally, and environmentally. Learn more about Inner-Abundance Coaching by visiting Claudia’s website. Stay connected with Claudia Noriega Bernstein: Follow on Instagram for daily inspiration and insightsConnect with Claudia on LinkedInJoin her community on FacebookWatch her empowering videos on TikTokGrab her best-selling book, Brighter Days, on Amazon✨ And here’s a special gift for you:  Download Claudia’s free workbook, “Empowered Journey: Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance.” Learn more about Maison Beljanski by visiting Sylvie’s website. Stay connected with Sylvie Beljanski: Connect with Sylvie on LinkedIn Learn about her Research-backed approach to natural health and wellness Discover her book, Winning the War on Cancer Join free educational health coaching sessions through Maison Beljanski Explore Resources focused on environmental toxins, DNA health, and prevention Overwhelmed? Frustrated? Tired of the BS? You are not alone. I’ve been there, and I’ve helped so many women just like you get out of the funk and start living the life they deserve. Book your call now—don’t wait. You are meant for more. And while you’re at it, grab my book Brighter Days on Amazon. You’ll love it. Learn about my freebies and membership below! Every week, I expand on the podcast topic with practical tools, insights, and tips to help you heal, grow, and stay aligned with your inner abundance. It’s like a little love note in your inbox—just for you. if you want to receive it sign in to mailing list! Ready to Join? Dm me or email me now! Claudia@claudiaNoriegaBernstein.com - You can also connect with me on instagram @Claudia_Noriega_Bersntein or visit my website at ClaudiaNoriegaBernstein.com, you will learn about my 1:1 coaching, retreat and training. If you liked this episode please leave me a comment, share it, subscribe and give me a good review. Thank you! Here is your link for your FREE Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance Workbook: https://mailchi.mp/claudianoriegabernstein.com/signup_for_free_workbook Get it now!! News: Get on the waiting list for my Inner Radiance Collective! A sacred space for women ready to step into their...

    29 min

  6. JAN 13

    Transform Your Health and Confidence After 40 with Terry Tateossian

    Turning 40 doesn’t mean slowing down—it can be the start of your most empowered chapter. In this inspiring episode of Don’t Shrink to Fit, host Claudia Noriega Bernstein talks with Terry Tateossian, founder of THOR Wellness and The House of Rose retreats, about reclaiming your health, confidence, and joy. Terry shares her journey from a high-achieving career in media and tech to radical self-discovery, overcoming emotional eating, and losing over 80 pounds. Together, Claudia and Terry explore how women over 40 can transform their mindset, embrace self-care, and create lasting wellness habits. Terry and Claudia remind us that transformation is possible at any age, and it starts with small, intentional steps toward health, self-respect, and confidence. Learn more about Inner-Abundance Coaching by visiting Claudia’s website. Stay connected with Claudia Noriega Bernstein: Follow on Instagram for daily inspiration and insightsConnect with Claudia on LinkedInJoin her community on FacebookWatch her empowering videos on TikTokGrab her best-selling book, Brighter Days, on Amazon✨ And here’s a special gift for you:  Download Claudia’s free workbook, “Empowered Journey: Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance.” Learn more about THOR Wellness and The House of Rose retreats by visiting Terry’s website. 🤝 Connect with Terry Tateossian: Learn more about Terry Tateossian by visiting thehouseofrose.com Stay connected with Terry Tateossian: Listen to her PodcastFollow Terry on InstagramFollow THOR retreats on InstagramConnect with THOR Wellness on Overwhelmed? Frustrated? Tired of the BS? You are not alone. I’ve been there, and I’ve helped so many women just like you get out of the funk and start living the life they deserve. Book your call now—don’t wait. You are meant for more. And while you’re at it, grab my book Brighter Days on Amazon. You’ll love it. Learn about my freebies and membership below! Every week, I expand on the podcast topic with practical tools, insights, and tips to help you heal, grow, and stay aligned with your inner abundance. It’s like a little love note in your inbox—just for you. if you want to receive it sign in to mailing list! Ready to Join? Dm me or email me now! Claudia@claudiaNoriegaBernstein.com - You can also connect with me on instagram @Claudia_Noriega_Bersntein or visit my website at ClaudiaNoriegaBernstein.com, you will learn about my 1:1 coaching, retreat and training. If you liked this episode please leave me a comment, share it, subscribe and give me a good review. Thank you! Here is your link for your FREE Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance Workbook: https://mailchi.mp/claudianoriegabernstein.com/signup_for_free_workbook Get it now!! News: Get on the waiting list for my Inner Radiance Collective! A sacred space for women ready to step into their...

    38 min

  7. JAN 6

    Defying a Terminal Diagnosis and Building a Media Empire with Jen Hardy

    What do you do when doctors tell you you have a year to live? For Jen Hardy, the answer was simple—but not easy: she chose to live fully. In this powerful episode of Don’t Shrink to Fit, host Claudia Noriega Bernstein talks with Jen Hardy—award-winning podcaster, bestselling author, and founder of the 50 Over 50 Podcaster Awards—about defying a terminal prognosis, starting a podcast from her hospital bed, and redefining success through resilience, faith, and purpose at any stage of life. Jen also shares her honest concerns about artificial intelligence, its impact on education, creativity, relationships, and humanity—and why we need ethical guardrails now more than ever. This episode is a reminder that you are not too old, too sick, too late, or too broken to begin again. If Jen can build a media empire seven years past her “expiration date,” so can you take the next step toward the life you’ve always wanted. Learn more about Inner-Abundance Coaching by visiting Claudia’s website. Stay connected with Claudia Noriega Bernstein: Follow on Instagram for daily inspiration and insightsConnect with Claudia on LinkedInJoin her community on FacebookWatch her empowering videos on TikTokGrab her best-selling book, Brighter Days, on Amazon✨ And here’s a special gift for you:  Download Claudia’s free workbook, “Empowered Journey: Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance.” Learn more about Jen Hardy by visiting jenhardy.net. Stay connected with Jen Hardy: Listen to her podcast, Fabulous Over 50Connect with Jen on LinkedInWatch her YouTube channel: The Jen Hardy ChannelOverwhelmed? Frustrated? Tired of the BS? You are not alone. I’ve been there, and I’ve helped so many women just like you get out of the funk and start living the life they deserve. Book your call now—don’t wait. You are meant for more. And while you’re at it, grab my book Brighter Days on Amazon. You’ll love it. Learn about my freebies and membership below! Every week, I expand on the podcast topic with practical tools, insights, and tips to help you heal, grow, and stay aligned with your inner abundance. It’s like a little love note in your inbox—just for you. if you want to receive it sign in to mailing list! Ready to Join? Dm me or email me now! Claudia@claudiaNoriegaBernstein.com - You can also connect with me on instagram @Claudia_Noriega_Bersntein or visit my website at ClaudiaNoriegaBernstein.com, you will learn about my 1:1 coaching, retreat and training. If you liked this episode please leave me a comment, share it, subscribe and give me a good review. Thank you! Here is your link for your FREE Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance Workbook: https://mailchi.mp/claudianoriegabernstein.com/signup_for_free_workbook Get it now!! News: Get on the waiting list for my Inner Radiance Collective! A sacred space for women ready to step into their...

    28 min

  8. 12/30/2025

    From Circumstances to Possibility: Embracing 2026

    As we step into 2026, host Claudia Noriega Bernstein invites you to pause, breathe, and reconnect with what truly matters. This episode isn’t about doing more or moving faster—it’s about cultivating courage, protecting your attention, and honoring your humanity in a world accelerating toward speed and automation. Claudia shares how small, brave actions build courage, why giving your ideas space leads to clarity, and how embracing your contradictions can fuel creativity. Together, she guides you to step into the new year grounded, focused, and fully yourself. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: • How courage is developed through consistent, small actions • Why acting bravely comes before feeling brave • How to give your ideas time and space to grow • The power of single-tasking and protecting your attention • Why contradictions are creative fuel, not flaws • How to stay present, optimistic, and fully human despite uncertainty Learn more about Inner-Abundance Coaching by visiting Claudia’s website. Stay connected with Claudia Noriega Bernstein: Follow on Instagram for daily inspiration and insightsConnect with Claudia on LinkedInJoin her community on FacebookWatch her empowering videos on TikTokGrab her best-selling book, Brighter Days, on Amazon✨ And here’s a special gift for you:  Download Claudia’s free workbook, “Empowered Journey: Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance.” Overwhelmed? Frustrated? Tired of the BS? You are not alone. I’ve been there, and I’ve helped so many women just like you get out of the funk and start living the life they deserve. Book your call now—don’t wait. You are meant for more. And while you’re at it, grab my book Brighter Days on Amazon. You’ll love it. Learn about my freebies and membership below! Every week, I expand on the podcast topic with practical tools, insights, and tips to help you heal, grow, and stay aligned with your inner abundance. It’s like a little love note in your inbox—just for you. if you want to receive it sign in to mailing list! Ready to Join? Dm me or email me now! Claudia@claudiaNoriegaBernstein.com - You can also connect with me on instagram @Claudia_Noriega_Bersntein or visit my website at ClaudiaNoriegaBernstein.com, you will learn about my 1:1 coaching, retreat and training. If you liked this episode please leave me a comment, share it, subscribe and give me a good review. Thank you! Here is your link for your FREE Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance Workbook: https://mailchi.mp/claudianoriegabernstein.com/signup_for_free_workbook Get it now!! News: Get on the waiting list for my Inner Radiance Collective! A sacred space for women ready to step into their...

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Don’t Shrink to Fit: The Podcast for women who refuse to play small. Empowering conversations. Inspiring transformations. Limitless possibilities. Are you ready to step into your power, break free from limitations, and create the life of abundance and joy you’ve always wanted? Don’t Shrink to Fit is more than a podcast—it’s a movement. Hosted by Claudia Noriega-Bernstein, an abundance coach, best-selling author, and speaker devoted to helping women stop shrinking to fit, reconnect with their inner power, and create lives filled with purpose, freedom, and abundance. Don't Shrink to Fit isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. Each episode brings you powerful insights from incredible experts who share strategies and mindset shifts to help you break through limitations and step into your fullest potential. You’ll also hear from courageous, driven women who have faced life’s toughest challenges and transformed them into opportunities. Every episode is an invitation to grow, heal, and evolve as we navigate the ups and downs of life together. 

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