Yes to Us

Jaana Wycisk
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Yes to Us is a podcast for women who are ready to stop putting themselves last and start creating a life they truly love. Through honest conversations, encouragement, and small next steps, we’ll rediscover joy, confidence, and what’s possible in this next chapter.

  1. 4d ago

    Episode 27: The Power of Showing Up

    Have you ever wondered whether all those little things you’re doing are actually making a difference? Whether you’re working toward a personal goal, building a business, getting stronger, or trying something completely new, progress isn’t always easy to see while you’re in the middle of it. But just because you can’t see the results yet doesn’t mean you’re not moving forward. In this episode, we’re talking about the power of showing up, embracing the process, and recognizing that the little things we do consistently can lead to something much bigger. We’re also talking about something I think we could all do a little more of, celebrating people who are just getting started. Because you don’t have to wait until someone crosses the finish line to encourage them. Sometimes a few kind words can make all the difference. In this episode, we’ll explore: Why progress isn’t always visible while it’s happening.The importance of consistency over trying to do everything at once.What the journey can teach you that the finish line can’t.Why we should celebrate beginnings, not just achievements.How a little encouragement can help someone else keep going.A little reminder: You don’t have to do it all today. Keep showing up, keep taking the next small step, and don’t underestimate how far those steps can take you. And while you’re at it, be the person who cheers someone else on, too. I’m in your corner — always cheering you on. If this episode resonates with you, share it with a friend who might need this reminder. And if you’re enjoying the Yes to Us podcast, I’d love for you to leave a review. It helps more women find their way here. 💗

  2. Nov 3

    Episode 26: Give Yourself Permission to Be a Beginner

    Have you ever talked yourself out of trying something new because you were afraid you wouldn’t be good at it? Maybe you’ve told yourself you’re not creative, not techy, not athletic, or simply not the kind of person who does that. But what if you haven’t given yourself enough credit? What if you just haven’t learned how to do it yet? In this episode, I’m talking about the expectations we put on ourselves, why we sometimes feel like we need to be good at something before we even begin, and what can happen when we give ourselves permission to be beginners. I’ll share a little about my own journey of creating a journal, starting a podcast, and learning along the way, as well as how this same idea shows up in parenting. Because even when we’ve done something before, we’re still learning, adapting, and figuring things out. Here’s your reminder: You don’t have to know everything. You don’t have to get it right the first time. And you don’t have to be perfect to begin. So, the next time you catch yourself saying, “I can’t do that,” try adding one little word. Yet. Let’s give ourselves a little more grace and a whole lot more room to grow. I’m in your corner, always cheering you on. 💗 If this episode resonates with you, share it with a woman who might need this reminder, and don’t forget to leave a review. It helps more women find the Yes to Us podcast.

  3. Oct 27

    Episode 25: I'm Still Figuring it Out, Too

    On community, changing our minds, and giving ourselves room to grow. In this milestone 25th episode of Yes to Us, I’m sharing a little more about the woman behind the podcast and some of the things I’m still figuring out myself. From navigating perimenopause and learning to approach my health differently, to trying something new that I once swore I’d never do, I’m realizing that sometimes the biggest changes begin when we’re willing to stay curious and change our minds. I’m also sharing why community means so much to me, how having a friend alongside me makes the journey more enjoyable, and why I believe we don’t have to figure everything out on our own. As I continue building Yes to Us through the podcast, the journal, and coaching, I’m giving myself permission to explore what comes next without needing to have every detail figured out. Because we can keep learning, growing, and trying new things at every stage of life. And sometimes, saying yes to ourselves simply means being willing to start, even when we’re still figuring it out. Thank you for being here for these first 25 episodes of Yes to Us. I’m so glad you’re part of this journey. 💗

  4. Oct 20

    Episode 24: You Can Love Your Life and Still Want More

    Have you ever looked at your life and thought, I’m so grateful for everything I have. So why do I still feel like there’s something more I want? You love your family. You appreciate the life you’ve built. And yet, there’s still a part of you that wants to grow, try something new, pursue a dream, or simply feel more excited about your everyday life. And maybe you feel a little guilty for even wanting that. In this episode of Yes to Us, we’re talking about why gratitude and wanting more can absolutely coexist. Because wanting something more for yourself doesn’t mean you’re ungrateful for what you already have. I’ll share a personal story about almost missing out on a fun afternoon of golfing with my husband and friends because I struggled to ask for help. It reminded me how easily we can make room for everyone else while questioning whether the things we want for ourselves are important enough. We’ll talk about paying attention to the things that light us up, what those little feelings of jealousy or “I wish I could do that” might be telling us, and why it’s worth making room for our own dreams, interests, health, and joy—even when life is busy. Because you don’t have to wait until your kids are older, your schedule is quieter, or life finally slows down to start making room for yourself. In this episode, we’ll explore: Why you can be grateful for your life and still want something more.How to recognize the things that genuinely excite you.Why asking for help can feel so difficult when you’re used to doing everything yourself.What your kids learn when they see you pursuing your own interests and dreams.How to start making room for what matters to you, one small step at a time. If you’ve been putting your own dreams on the back burner, consider this your reminder: you matter in your own life, too. You don’t have to stop appreciating the life you’ve built to start making room for the life you still want to live. Thanks for being here and spending a little time with me. 💗 Ready to start saying Yes to You? If this episode has you thinking about the things you want to make more room for in your life, my Yes to Us – Daily Guided Journal is a beautiful place to start. It’s a simple way to begin each day with intention, reconnect with what matters to you, and take small, meaningful steps toward the future you want to build. Because creating a life that feels more like you doesn’t have to happen all at once. It starts with being intentional about the choices you make each day. 💜 Find your Yes to Us Daily Guided Journal here: Amazon 🇨🇦 https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0GTRHYXT9 Amazon 🇺🇸 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GTRHYXT9

  5. Oct 13

    Episode 23: You Don't Need More Time. You Need More Space.

    Have you ever said, “I would love to do that… but I just don’t have the time”? I get it. We are busy. There are kids, work, family, meals, appointments, practices, errands, and a million little things that somehow find their way onto our calendars. But what if we stopped asking, “Where am I going to find more time?” And started asking: “How can I create more space?” In this episode, I’m sharing some of the small things that have helped me create more space in my own life—from using Click & Collect for groceries, to meal planning, to starting with just five minutes of movement, to putting my workout clothes out the night before. Because starting small doesn’t mean you have to stay small. Sometimes five minutes turns into twenty. Three pages of reading turns into ten. Twenty minutes working on something you’re passionate about turns into an hour because you’re enjoying it so much you don’t want to stop. And here’s something I’ve learned: I don’t rely on motivation. I put things on my calendar. I set reminders. I put things where I can see them. I find accountability. And I protect my time from distractions—including my phone. Because the life you want isn’t usually created through one giant change. It’s created through the small promises you make to yourself—and keep. And maybe that’s how we get closer to that Dream Tuesday we talked about last week. Not by waiting for the perfect amount of time to magically appear. But by deciding that our lives are worth making space for. And maybe today, that’s your one small brave step. ❤️ ✨ Want a little help making those brave steps part of your day? My Yes to Us Daily Guided Journal is designed to help you identify your three most important priorities for the day, choose one brave step, and intentionally make space for something that brings you joy. It’s a simple daily practice that has helped me bring more of these things into my own life. Choose yourself. Dream big. Take one brave step each day.  Amazon 🇨🇦  https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0GTRHYXT9 Amazon 🇺🇸  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GTRHYXT9

  6. Oct 6

    Episode 22: Your Dream Tuesday

    What if you stopped waiting for Friday to enjoy your life? You can love your life and still feel like something is missing. You can be grateful for everything you have and still feel that quiet nudge that there’s more for you. So today, I’m asking you a different question: What does your dream Tuesday look like? Not your dream vacation. Not retirement. Not someday. Tuesday. Because most of our lives are lived on ordinary Tuesdays. In this episode, we’re talking about your calendar as a mirror, the choices that quietly shape our future, and what it looks like to build a life you don’t constantly feel the need to escape from. I’m also sharing a little of my own story—from our years living in Germany, where we had the freedom to make choices based on what worked for our family, and why I chose to keep teaching, to the bigger vision we were building for our future. Your dream Tuesday won’t look like mine. And that’s the point. ✨ What matters to YOU?  ✨What do you want more space for? ✨ What’s one small thing you could put on next week’s calendar that moves you closer? Because beautiful lives aren’t built only through milestone moments. They’re built one ordinary Tuesday at a time. 🎧 Episode 22: Your Dream Tuesday is out now. And if this episode makes you think of a friend, send it to her. Maybe you can dream up your Tuesdays together. ✨ Yes to you. 💗

  7. Sep 29

    Episode 21: The Goals You're Afraid to Say Out Loud

    When was the last time you wrote down a goal that belonged only to you? In this episode, I’m sharing the story behind reaching 1,000 podcast downloads—a goal I wrote in my journal every single morning for four months. But this episode is really about something bigger: Not because of wishful thinking, but because every day my choices are shaping the person I’m becoming. Sometimes the timeline is a mystery… but the direction is crystal clear. Inside this episode: * Why so many women stop setting goals in midlife * The fascinating research behind writing goals down * Why sharing your dreams isn’t bragging—it’s accountability * The question that has changed every goal I set: Who do I need to become? * Why celebrating your wins matters just as much as chasing the next one This week’s invitation ✨ Write down one goal that belongs only to you. Give it a timeline if it makes sense. Then write it again tomorrow… and the next day. Because it’s the repetition—and the woman you’re becoming—that changes everything. Listen now. 🎧 Yes to Us Journal 🇨🇦 Amazon Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0GTRHYXT9 🇺🇸 Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GTRHYXT9 And remember, keep saying Yes to You 💗

  8. Sep 22

    Episode 20: The People I Want to Grow Older With

    Has anyone else’s give-a-S-H-I-T meter changed in perimenopause? Over the past year—especially after sharing my episode about the surprises of perimenopause—I’ve had so many women quietly tell me the same thing: “I don’t know when it happened, but I find myself spending less time with certain people.” Not because of a fight. Not because anyone did anything wrong. Just… a quiet awareness. In this episode, we’re talking about the unexpected gift of midlife: becoming more intentional with our time, our energy, and the people we choose to grow older with. We’ll chat about: * Why your body starts “keeping score” after spending time with people * The quiet boundaries that protect your peace (with friends and family) * Why I’m drawn to curious, lifelong learners who are fully engaged in their own lives * And how to recognize the people who truly feel like sunshine So I’ll leave you with one question: Who are the people who make your cheeks hurt from smiling? ☀️

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Yes to Us is a podcast for women who are ready to stop putting themselves last and start creating a life they truly love. Through honest conversations, encouragement, and small next steps, we’ll rediscover joy, confidence, and what’s possible in this next chapter.

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  • Creator
    Jaana Wycisk
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Yes to Us
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