Transform Your Life - Just Count Me In

Sari Stone
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Just Count Me In is a podcast designed to help us navigate and flow with our lives through conscious awareness. When we live with less resistance and more receptivity it is easier to express who we came here to be and enjoy life. We are all walking each other home. 

  1. 1d ago

    #71: The Plan Changed. The Dream Didn't

    Send us Fan Mail The Plan Changed. The Dream Didn't. What if being "off track" is actually part of the path? For years, we've been taught that success comes from setting goals, creating plans, tracking progress, and staying disciplined enough to reach the destination. But what happens when life presents an opportunity that wasn't part of the plan? In this episode of Just Count Me In, Sari shares the deeply personal story of how a dream of relocating to South Carolina unfolded in a way she never could have predicted. What started as a clear goal and timeline transformed into something far better than the original plan. Along the way, she explores: • Why our brains crave structure and certainty • The neuroscience behind goal-setting and planning • The difference between having direction and becoming attached to a specific route • The dangers of having no structure at all • The hidden cost of becoming married to a plan • How intuition and action work together • Why "being off track" may actually be life's redirection • What this means for students choosing careers, adults seeking change, and business owners pursuing growth Most importantly, you'll learn how to hold a vision while remaining open to possibilities you could never have planned. Reflection Questions What feeling are you truly seeking beneath your goals?Where might you be forcing a plan that no longer fits?What standards do you want to live by regardless of the outcome?What opportunities might be waiting beyond your current timeline?What if you're not off track at all?Key Takeaway The dream didn't change. The vision didn't change. The feeling didn't change. Only the path changed. Connect with Sari Stone Follow Just Count Me InShare this episode with someone navigating their own breakthrough seasonLeave a review to help more listeners discover the showLinkedIn Buzzsprout-Just Count Me In Influential Women Verified Instagram- Just Count Me In Facebook-Just Count Me In Thank you for joining me! If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

    20 min
  2. #70: What's Your Breakthrough Moment? An Interview with Zac Deane

    May 23

    #70: What's Your Breakthrough Moment? An Interview with Zac Deane

    Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Just Count Me In, I sit down with Zac Deane — entrepreneur, podcast host, and someone deeply focused on sharing successful entrepreneurs' transformational “breakthrough moments” in both business and life. Zac shares the deeply personal experiences that reshaped his path, including losing his business, relationship, and sense of identity before rebuilding from a completely different foundation.  This conversation moves beyond surface-level motivation into the real work of growth: listening inward, making aligned decisions, and taking action before you feel fully ready. We also explore: The connection between health, mindset, and entrepreneurshipWhy many high achievers still feel disconnected internallyHow podcasting creates trust and authentic human connectionMasculine and feminine energy in leadership and businessThe role of adversity in personal transformationWhat “breakthrough moments” really look like in everyday lifeRebuilding after burnout, heartbreak, or failureWhy authenticity is becoming the new currencyIf you’ve ever felt like your life looked successful on the outside but disconnected on the inside, as though the best parts of you have yet to be expressed, and you have so much more to give, this episode will resonate deeply. About Zac Deane Zac Deane is an entrepreneur, podcast host, and coach focused on helping founders and creators share transformational breakthroughs in business and personal growth. Through long-form conversations and coaching, he explores the mindset, identity shifts, and decisions that create lasting change.  Connect with Zac Zac Deane Official WebsiteThe Breakthrough Moment PodcastZac Deane LinkedInConnect with Sari Stone Follow Just Count Me InShare this episode with someone navigating their own breakthrough seasonLeave a review to help more listeners discover the show Thank you for joining me! If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

    59 min

  3. May 19

    #69: Beyond Commitment: The Missing Piece of Transformation

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore the difference between commitment and devotion—and why understanding both matters in parenting, leadership, business, relationships, and personal growth. We discuss: Why commitment and devotion feel emotionally differentThe neuroscience of intrinsic vs extrinsic motivationSelf-Determination Theory and resilienceWhether devotion can actually be cultivatedBruce Lipton, Marisa Peer, David Hawkins, and Wayne Dyer’s perspectives on identity, meaning, and emotional energyParenting children through discomfort without teaching avoidanceLeadership, business culture, and expectation mismatchesWhy devotion is identity-based while commitment is behavioralThe balance between flow, responsibility, discipline, and alignmentKey Concepts Intrinsic vs extrinsic motivationIdentity-based behaviorNeuroplasticityEmotional resilienceLeadership cultureParenting and gritAlignment vs avoidanceSustainable motivationMeaning and belongingBuzzsprout-Just Count Me In Influential Women Verified Facebook-Just Count Me In Instagram- Just Count Me In Thank you for joining me! If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

    18 min

  4. May 9

    #68 Endings, Identity, and the Rituals We Forgot to Keep

    Send us Fan Mail This episode explores why life transitions—graduation, empty nesting, sobriety, loss, and reinvention—can feel disorienting, even when they’re positive. Through neuroscience, psychology, and cultural insight, we unpack how identity shifts happen, why we often self-sabotage during growth, and how reclaiming simple rituals can help us move through change with more clarity and connection. What We Cover: Why endings disrupt identity (not just circumstances)The “identity lag” and how long change really takesNeuroplasticity and how the brain forms a new self-conceptThe “upper limit” problem and self-sabotage patternsWhy modern society struggles with transitionsThe loss of rites of passage and its impactHow technology fragments attention during key life momentsSimple ways to create personal rituals for changeKey Takeaway: Endings are not just something to get through—they are something to mark. When we intentionally acknowledge transitions, we help our brain and nervous system integrate the new identity more fully. Call to Action: Take 5 minutes today to create a simple ritual to honor something you’re letting go of. Facebook-Just Count Me In Instagram- Just Count Me In Influential Women Verified IW Badge Buzzsprout-Just Count Me In Thank you for joining me! If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

    14 min

  5. May 2

    #67: The Moment I Got Clear On Boundaries and Started Leading

    Send us Fan Mail Buzzsprout-Just Count Me In Influential Women Verified Episode Summary: This episode explores the often-overlooked third layer of alignment: letting go. After setting boundaries and making aligned decisions, true growth requires releasing what no longer fits—whether in relationships, business, or personal identity. Key Concepts: Cognitive dissonance as a signal, not a flawHow neuroplasticity shifts your standardsThe cost of avoiding clear decisionsLetting go as a leadership skillTakeaways: Misalignment often shows up as resentment or frustrationGrowth changes what you can tolerateAvoiding “no” creates long-term frictionLetting go creates space for alignmentCTA: If you’re navigating a decision, relationship, or leadership challenge and want clarity without the emotional noise, I offer 1:1 coaching sessions designed to help you move with precision and confidence. Thank you for joining me! If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

    12 min

  6. Apr 25

    #66: Is Your Alignment Built To Last? The Ultimate Stress Test

    Send us Fan Mail Influential Women Verified Buzzsprout-Just Count Me In Why boundaries feel like conflict—and how to build systems that actually support your values Episode Summary: This episode explores the hidden cost of unclear agreements and why boundaries often feel like conflict—especially when they’re enforced late. Through two real-life examples, we unpack how alignment breaks down when structure isn’t in place, and how to rebuild it in a way that actually holds. Key Topics: Alignment vs. attachmentWhy unclear expectations create emotional decisionsThe neuroscience of pattern disruption and loss aversionReactive vs. proactive boundariesHow to create systems that support your valuesKey Takeaways: If it’s not consistently enforced, it’s not a boundary—it’s a preferenceFlexibility without structure leads to misalignmentLate boundaries feel like conflict, even when they’re fairAlignment requires systems, not just awarenessCTA: If you’re navigating a transition, decision, or boundary in your life or business and want support creating alignment that actually holds, reach out about coaching sessions. Facebook-Just Count Me In Instagram- Just Count Me In Thank you for joining me! If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

    14 min

  7. Apr 17

    #65: If You Are Stuck In Your Head Listen To This

    Send us Fan Mail Influential Women Verified Buzzsprout-Just Count Me In Most people are taught to make decisions using logic alone—but research across neuroscience, physiology, and leadership shows that true clarity comes from integrating three intelligence systems: the head, the heart, and the gut. In this episode, we break down what each contributes, why over-relying on the brain leads to burnout and misalignment, and how to make decisions that actually feel right—not just look right. Key Takeaways: Head-only decisions often lead to overthinking and misalignmentThe gut provides fast, instinctive pattern recognitionThe heart connects decisions to values and authenticityDecision fatigue is real—and integration reduces itAlignment creates clarity faster than analysisThe Alignment Framework: Ask yourself: Does this make sense? (Head)Does this feel aligned? (Heart)Does this feel right? (Gut)References Mentioned: Chris Voss – Never Split the DifferenceJoe Dispenza – brain and behavior patternsHeartMath Institute – heart-brain connectionRoy Baumeister – decision fatigueCall To Action: If you’re ready to stop second-guessing and start making aligned decisions with clarity and confidence, reach out for coaching sessions. This is the exact work we do together. Facebook-Just Count Me In Instagram- Just Count Me In Thank you for joining me! If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

    12 min

  8. Apr 10

    #64: Aligned Success in Life, Leadership, and Parenting

    Send us Fan Mail IW Badge Success Isn’t One Thing—And That’s the Problem Overview: What does success really mean? In this episode, we explore how differing definitions of success create misalignment in leadership, parenting, and personal life—and how to fix it. Through real-world insights and a practical framework, you’ll learn how to define success with clarity and intention. Key Topics: Why success feels confusing (and why that’s normal)The Four Lenses of Success: Personal, Relational, Performance, LegacyMisalignment in leadership and team dynamicsThe hidden gap between what parents want vs. what they measureAligned Success: a better way forwardA powerful question to create clarity immediatelyKey Takeaway: Success is not one universal definition—it’s contextual. Alignment happens when we define it clearly and communicate it intentionally. Call to Action: Ready to create alignment in your life or leadership?  Book a 1:1 coaching session to clarify your vision of success and build a path that actually feels as good as it looks. Influential Women Verified Buzzsprout-Just Count Me In Facebook-Just Count Me In Instagram- Just Count Me In Thank you for joining me! If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

    19 min
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