The Soul Goals

Dawn
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Welcome to The Soul Goals Podcast, where real stories meet honest conversations about life, its challenges, and the moments that change us. Find inspiration, fresh perspective, and a little hope for your own journey.   Because sometimes, someone else’s story helps you make sense of your own. You never know what a conversation might spark, a story might shift, or a new perspective might open up.   Everyone has a story, and every story matters. Let’s make our stories count!

  1. Oct 13

    The Plan Was To Start A Podcast...Look What We've Gone and Done!

    Send us Fan Mail Well, here we are! Season 3 is officially wrapped, and there’s no better time than the present to sit down and chat about all things Soul Goals! When I started the podcast and The Soul Goals platform back in September 2023, I had no idea where it would take me. There’s been a lot of learning, a lot of figuring things out as I go, and SO many incredible conversations and stories along the way. And guess what? My first book and The Soul Goals Pop-Up Experience came out of that same space of not knowing exactly where things were headed. It’s been a pretty cool reminder that sometimes when you stop trying to figure it all out and just follow the unfolding, you open yourself up to opportunities you may never have imagined. So, what’s ahead? SEASON 4! I’m really excited to keep hearing people’s stories and making space for the conversations that remind us just how much we have in common, even when our experiences look completely different. This season, I’ll be asking every guest the same question: “What’s one thing that’s changed the way you see your life and your story?” (because sometimes the moment that changes your story is the one you never saw coming.) But first, a couple of weeks of down-time to step back, catch my breath. In the meantime, I just want to say the biggest thank you!  Whether you’ve listened to one episode or every one, shared an episode with a friend, sent a message, or supported The Soul Goals in some other way, I appreciate you being here. It’s all been a pretty fun adventure and I’m grateful I get to share it with you!   Everyone has a story, and every story matters; let's make your story count! Support the show Thanks for listening to The Soul Goals Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, we'd love for you to share it, subscribe, and leave us a review.   You can find more of The Soul Goals on our socials: Instagram: @the.soul.goals Facebook:  The Soul Goals YouTube:  The Soul Goals Podcast   Have an episode idea or a story to share? We’d love to hear from you at info@thesoulgoals.com!

  2. Oct 6

    Permission To Fail: How It Shapes Our Lives and Relationships With Mari Wuellner

    Send us Fan Mail Real talk:  How many things have you talked yourself out of because you were afraid they might not work out?  But really, why are we so afraid to get it wrong? We're taught to have it all together, follow the plan, and keep moving forward. But what happens when life doesn't go according to plan? And what if the things we label as failures are actually the things that help us grow? The amazing Mari Wuellner is breaking it down with us today!  Mari is a successful entrepreneur, life coach, speaker, real estate investor, and mom, and founder of The Crew Life Coaching Collective, a community where women can celebrate their wins, show up without judgment, find support, and create a life they truly love.  Mari and I talk about giving ourselves permission to fail, and perhaps even more importantly, permission to feel it. Why is there a model for just about everything in life except failure? And where does the societal pressure to always have it together come from?  Living in "the known zone" can keep us from experiencing something new simply because we're afraid of getting it wrong, but sometimes, changing the filter for how we see things and challenging the beliefs we cling to is where real change begins. Oh, and by the way?  Our dreams and visions aren't necessarily meant to stay the same, either. What we wanted five years ago might not be what we want today, and that's okay!  Changing direction, reprioritizing, and shifting our perspective doesn't mean we've failed, it just means we're allowing ourselves to evolve. We tend to focus on the negatives about failure instead of recognizing the gifts and lessons it can bring…maybe it's time to rewrite that script! What if failure isn't the end of a story but an opportunity to write a different one?  To that we say less fear and more living!   Everyone has a story, and every story matters; let's make your story count! Support the show Thanks for listening to The Soul Goals Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, we'd love for you to share it, subscribe, and leave us a review.   You can find more of The Soul Goals on our socials: Instagram: @the.soul.goals Facebook:  The Soul Goals YouTube:  The Soul Goals Podcast   Have an episode idea or a story to share? We’d love to hear from you at info@thesoulgoals.com!

  3. Sep 29

    Your Nervous System Is Talking…Are You Listening?

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered why you react the way you do? Why certain situations trigger you, why you fall into the same patterns, or why sometimes your body seems to know something before your mind does? This episode of the pod gets real and honest about our responses and our reactions, the things that can drive our days and our experiences:  our nervous system.  Anna DiCarlo, author of “The Ghost In The Habit” and creator of LaBelle Naturelle Neuro Skincare and Emotion & Body Code Practitioner Krysti Montes De Oca are unpacking all the things we can overlook (but need to know) about how we move through the world emotionally and mentally. Anna and Krysti talk about the connection between our belief systems and our behavior, how the things we've learned, experienced, and come to believe about ourselves and the world can influence the way we respond. And the fight or flight phenomena is a real deal, one that kicks in naturally when our nervous system perceives something as a threat but that can leave us high-and-dry in our everyday relationships when we face a challenging interaction or conversation.  Our feelings and patterns are real and bring us important messages but many times, we get focused on the fixing instead of what they’re teaching us, something that’s crucial for creating deeper awareness of ourselves.   The bottom line?  The more we understand our nervous system, the more we begin to understand ourselves…and that can change the way we connect with not only ourselves, but everyone around us, too. So maybe our reactions aren't something to be ashamed of or simply “fixed.” Maybe they're an invitation to understand ourselves a little better. Everyone has a story, and every story matters; let's make your story count! Support the show Thanks for listening to The Soul Goals Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, we'd love for you to share it, subscribe, and leave us a review.   You can find more of The Soul Goals on our socials: Instagram: @the.soul.goals Facebook:  The Soul Goals YouTube:  The Soul Goals Podcast   Have an episode idea or a story to share? We’d love to hear from you at info@thesoulgoals.com!

  4. Sep 22

    The Hidden Cost of Overwhelm: Learning to Live Beyond the To-Do List with Brittany Stinson

    Send us Fan Mail Living in a constant state of overwhelm can leave us feeling like we're always behind, always doing, and never quite finding the space to breathe. And somewhere along the way, we can start believing that our worth is somehow tied to how much we accomplish. But what are we missing when we stay in overwhelm? What happens when we feel like we have to do it all? And what might change if we gave ourselves permission to live at a pace that actually allows us to be present for our own lives? Brittany Stinson is a TEDx speaker, operational strategist, co-founder of Seeding Greatness with her husband, Darryll, and a mom to five sweet kiddos. She's accomplished a lot, carries a lot, and she's also not immune to overwhelm, a place so many of us know all too well. Brittany gets real about her own journey and the lessons life has taught her about overwhelm. She talks candidly about how comparison can fuel overwhelm, why we can wear busyness like a badge of honor, and what we might be missing when we're always caught up in the state of "too much." Because here's the thing: You're not an unlimited resource. And asking for help? That can definitely be a superpower. Stepping back and recognizing when we're running on empty takes honesty and vulnerability. But sometimes, that's where the most important questions begin. What am I carrying that I don't have to carry? Where am I rushing when I could be present? And what would it look like to create a life that isn't just full, but meaningful? Because a full life isn't necessarily a busy one…it’s a life where we're actually present for what matters. Everyone has a story, and every story matters; let's make your story count! Support the show Thanks for listening to The Soul Goals Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, we'd love for you to share it, subscribe, and leave us a review.   You can find more of The Soul Goals on our socials: Instagram: @the.soul.goals Facebook:  The Soul Goals YouTube:  The Soul Goals Podcast   Have an episode idea or a story to share? We’d love to hear from you at info@thesoulgoals.com!

  5. Sep 15

    The Midlife Reframe: Letting Go of Who We Thought We’d Be with MB Roberts

    Send us Fan Mail What if midlife isn’t a crisis, but an invitation? An invitation to reframe the assumptions and expectations we’ve carried for decades and to get a little more comfortable with who we are instead of who we thought we were supposed to be. In this episode of the pod,  I’m joined by my friend MB Roberts, host of Let’s Talk Ladies Podcast and The Grey Take, for a thoughtful, funny, and honest conversation about aging well, midlife, and what we’d tell our younger selves. We talk about the shifting perspective that comes with age, what it means to feel seen, listened to, and truly heard, and how we can stop chasing uncomfortable feelings and instead learn to sit with them. We unpack pain and loss, specifically the losses we’ve collected along the way, and, perhaps most importantly, what we’ve chosen to do with them. Because eventually, we have to decide whether we’re going to keep carrying the emotional baggage or finally set the suitcase down and unpack it. MB and I also talk about self-compassion, letting go of expectations, and staying curious about what’s possible in this next season of life. Because our stories aren’t defined by who we were at 22 or 32…or even by who we were yesterday. Maybe aging well isn’t about staying young. Maybe it’s about becoming more fully ourselves. And maybe midlife really is an invitation to reframe the story, carry our losses differently, laugh a little more, and stay curious about what comes next. Getting older may be inevitable. But getting wiser? That’s got our names all over it! Everyone has a story, and every story matters; let's make your story count! Support the show Thanks for listening to The Soul Goals Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, we'd love for you to share it, subscribe, and leave us a review.   You can find more of The Soul Goals on our socials: Instagram: @the.soul.goals Facebook:  The Soul Goals YouTube:  The Soul Goals Podcast   Have an episode idea or a story to share? We’d love to hear from you at info@thesoulgoals.com!

  6. Sep 8

    Why Creativity Matters More Than We Think

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever created something and, somewhere along the way, realized you were actually working something out inside yourself? Maybe it was writing, music, painting, photography, filmmaking, or even something as simple as putting your thoughts on paper. We often think of creativity as something we do because we’re “creative.” But what if it’s so much more than that? Timothy Kiley, award-winning filmmaker and producer, joins me to talk about his creative process, his path, and the unexpected detours along the way that ultimately led him into an abundant career of following the unfolding. Tim believes creativity really can be how we process what we’ve lived through and I couldn’t agree more.  It’s such an integral part of our humanness!  Creativity gives us a way to explore the things we’ve experienced, make meaning from them, and sometimes understand the things we simply don’t have words for yet. Tim shares his personal story of this unfolding, from the weekend of 9/11 to where he finds himself today. Along the way, he shares how so many of life’s experiences become metaphors for life itself, revealing opportunities and possibilities we may never have recognized while we were in the middle of them, even in the painful moments. And maybe that’s where creativity can step in and serve such a sincere purpose. It can help us look at our experiences differently, find meaning in our stories, and discover things about ourselves that might have otherwise remained hidden. Tim talks about the courage that can come with creating something and actually letting other people see it. There’s a certain bravery to put it out here, to take something that came from inside of us and allow someone else to experience it, interpret it, and perhaps even find a piece of their own story within it.   Tim’s perspective reminds me that creativity isn’t just about talent and it certainly isn’t something reserved for artists. It can be a way of connecting, communicating, healing, questioning, remembering, and understanding ourselves a little better as we move along our path. So maybe the question isn’t whether you’re a creative person… Maybe the better question is what are you already creating…and what might it be trying to tell you? Everyone has a story, and every story matters; let's make your story count! Support the show Thanks for listening to The Soul Goals Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, we'd love for you to share it, subscribe, and leave us a review.   You can find more of The Soul Goals on our socials: Instagram: @the.soul.goals Facebook:  The Soul Goals YouTube:  The Soul Goals Podcast   Have an episode idea or a story to share? We’d love to hear from you at info@thesoulgoals.com!

  7. Sep 1

    Following the Signs: Trusting the Path Before You Can See It

    Send us Fan Mail I’ve always been fascinated by the moments in life when something seems to nudge us in a certain direction: a conversation, an opportunity, a feeling, a door that opens at just the right time. We may not understand it in the moment but many times, we can look back and realize “I get it now.”   That’s exactly what this week’s pod guest, Morgan Lester, shares in our conversation with so much truth, authenticity, and grounded faith.     Morgan is a former collegiate athlete, an FCA representative in Jacksonville, Florida, a wife, and a mom. Her own story is filled with moments when she felt God asking her to lean in, trust, and move forward before she could see what was ahead, something that can be one of the hardest parts of faith.   We naturally want to know where we’re going and that we’re making the right decision. We want reassurance that everything is going to work out. And sometimes, instead of listening for the leading, we get caught up in our own ego and often times what others think.   Morgan and I talk about that tension, that pull of wanting approval, the uncertainty that comes when you’re trying to figure out your next step, and what happens when you begin to understand that your identity doesn’t come from others, it comes from God.   Morgan’s experience with timing is a testament to the fact that we’re always being guided and that we always have a choice to connect and listen in.  When we can find the trust to follow that guidance, the timing is a synchronistic thing, something bigger than ourselves.  “His time, not our time” is easy to say when everything is falling into place, but it’s a whole different thing to live when you’re waiting and wondering without knowing what comes next.   Faith doesn’t always give us a map…sometimes it just gives us the next step…   And maybe the signs we’re looking for aren’t about showing us the entire destination.  Maybe they’re simply showing us where to put our feet next. Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths.”  Proverbs 3:5–6  Everyone has a story, and every story matters; let's make your story count! Support the show Thanks for listening to The Soul Goals Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, we'd love for you to share it, subscribe, and leave us a review.   You can find more of The Soul Goals on our socials: Instagram: @the.soul.goals Facebook:  The Soul Goals YouTube:  The Soul Goals Podcast   Have an episode idea or a story to share? We’d love to hear from you at info@thesoulgoals.com!

  8. Aug 25

    Has Kindness Become a Lost Art? The Importance of Choosing Compassion

    Send us Fan Mail What if kindness isn’t just something we give to others, but something that changes us, too? Award-winning filmmaker, composer, writer, and storyteller Anne Trenning has spent her life using creativity and storytelling to invite people into deeper places of reflection, perspective, and understanding. Her work carries a gentleness that feels especially meaningful in a world that can sometimes feel anything but gentle. Anne understands that empathy, compassion, and gratitude aren’t always our first instincts, but choosing them can change the way we see both ourselves and the people around us. Anne is the creator of "Faith and the Christmas Star," an award-winning animated film that carries a beautiful and powerful message about kindness and the impact even the simplest choices can have on another person’s life. What makes the film especially moving is that it tells its story without spoken words. There is something incredibly powerful about watching a story unfold in silence and realizing just how much can be said without saying anything at all. In our conversation, Anne shares her perspective on kindness and compassion and how we can sometimes mistake kindness for weakness. We talk about the role empathy plays in truly seeing another person and what happens when we choose to look with love instead of judgment. That choice doesn’t just affect the person receiving our kindness; it changes something in us, too. Kindness is never wasted. It’s a gift we get to give to others and, in ways we may not expect, a gift we give ourselves. It reminds us that we have the power to make someone’s day a little lighter, someone’s heart a little fuller, and perhaps even change the course of a moment whose impact we may never fully understand. In the end, we may not be able to change the whole world, but we can change the moment we’re standing in…and sometimes, that’s where everything begins. Everyone has a story, and every story matters; let's make your story count! Support the show Thanks for listening to The Soul Goals Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, we'd love for you to share it, subscribe, and leave us a review.   You can find more of The Soul Goals on our socials: Instagram: @the.soul.goals Facebook:  The Soul Goals YouTube:  The Soul Goals Podcast   Have an episode idea or a story to share? We’d love to hear from you at info@thesoulgoals.com!

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Welcome to The Soul Goals Podcast, where real stories meet honest conversations about life, its challenges, and the moments that change us. Find inspiration, fresh perspective, and a little hope for your own journey.   Because sometimes, someone else’s story helps you make sense of your own. You never know what a conversation might spark, a story might shift, or a new perspective might open up.   Everyone has a story, and every story matters. Let’s make our stories count!

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  • Creator
    Dawn
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    158
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Soul Goals
  • Show Website
    The Soul Goals