She, Illuminated Jana Fuchs

As moms, we often juggle our personal dreams with the busy demands of family life. 
 
It's a challenging but rewarding role, and sometimes, finding room for our own pursuits seems tough. 
 
But what if we give ourselves permission to shift our priorities just a bit? 
 
Today, I’m thrilled to share my conversation with Jessica Saunders, an incredible woman who has beautifully blended her roles as a mother, a full-time lawyer, and now, a debut author. She reflects on how the loss of a close friend prompted her to reevaluate life and pursue her long-held dream of writing. This loss made her realize the importance of making time for yourself and your passions.
 
Discover how she navigated the challenges of balancing a demanding legal career with raising two school-aged children. Learn how these experiences shaped her debut novel, "Love Me," a compelling blend of women's fiction with romantic elements.
 
Jessica’s personal transformation is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to pursue your dreams, even in the midst of life's busiest stages. Whether you're a parent, a professional, or anyone in between, there's a piece of wisdom in this episode for you.
 
Join us as we explore how Jessica turned a new page in her life, inspiring us to consider how we might do the same.

With love and light,Jana
 
Connect with me:www.janafuchscoaching.comIG: @janafuchscoaching
 
About Jessica:
Jessica Saunders is a lawyer, who, after years of writing scintillating legal briefs, was finally able to fulfill her lifelong dream of writing fiction. A graduate of Cornell University and St. John’s University School of Law, where she was a St. Thomas More Scholar, Jessica currently lives in Westchester, New York with her husband and two daughters. Love, Me is her first novel". 
 
http://www.jessicasaundersbooks.com
IG: @jessicasaundersbooks

Ready to break free from the box you've built around yourself? 
 
Often, we don't even realize how our own patterns and beliefs confine us, keeping us from experiencing personal growth and living life fully.
 
In this episode, I’ll take you through my journey of confronting and overcoming the limiting beliefs that kept me confined. I'll share a story of my personal transformation that sparked significant changes not only in my life but in how I help others as a soul and mindset coach.
 
We'll dive into understanding why we cling to these narratives, how to recognize them, and most importantly, how to overcome limiting beliefs. This discussion isn't just about identifying problems, it's about moving forward with new, empowering beliefs that open up a world of possibilities.
 
Join me as we shed light on the paths we can choose to take when we decide it’s time to step out of the box. 
 
Let's get started.
 
With love and light,Jana
Connect with me:www.janafuchscoaching.comIG: @janafuchscoaching

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by shame? 
 
Whether it's from parenting challenges, personal relationships, or feeling that you are “never enough” shame is a universal emotion that can deeply affect all aspects of our lives.
 
In this week’s episode, I had a profound conversation with Kyira Wackett, a licensed mental health therapist who specializes in navigating the murky waters of shame, resilience, and radical acceptance. Many of us struggle silently, believing our feelings of inadequacy are unique, isolating ourselves further. 
 
But what if you knew you weren’t alone in this?
 
Kyira brings her personal experiences and professional expertise to our discussion, offering insights into how shame operates and how we can transform our narrative to foster true healing and empowerment. Through her platform, Adversity Rising, Kyira empowers individuals to take charge of their narratives with confidence and resilience, moving beyond quick fixes to create meaningful, lasting change.
 
Join us in this eye-opening episode as we dive deep into the roots of shame and learn strategies to reclaim our stories and lives. 
 
With love and light,Jana
 
Connect with me:www.janafuchscoaching.comIG: @janafuchscoaching
 
About Kyira:
 
Kyira Wackett, a licensed mental health therapist, specializes in shame resilience and radical acceptance through her platform, Adversity Rising. She empowers individuals with the insight, confidence, and skills to take charge of their narratives. From personalized coaching to corporate wellness, Kyira champions the "anti-band-aid movement," advocating for meaningful and lasting change over quick fixes. At the heart of her approach lies THAT LIFE / AR, a renowned 5-step therapeutic program. Through introspection and actionable strategies, Kyira guides participants towards navigating life's challenges with grace and resilience. With Kyira Wackett by your side, you're not just rewriting your story—you're reclaiming your narrative, embracing adversity, and charting a course towards profound fulfillment.
 
Connect with Kyira:
Email: kyira@adversityrising.com
Website: www.adversityrising.com
YT: www.youtube.com/@adversityrising
Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2AouludJr7EweOkMIN9s42?si=62325a8934a64cbb

Are you feeling the emotional and physical effects of hormonal changes, like brain fog, irritability, or weight gain, but aren't sure how to handle them? It can be tough to find reliable guidance and solutions that work, especially as many of us are facing perimenopause and menopause. But don’t worry! Help is on the way!
 
In this episode, I am joined by Brett Eaton, an integrative nurse practitioner from Whole Health Chicago, to shine a light on these hormonal changes and empower you with practical advice. Brett brings her wealth of expertise to help us better understand symptoms like fatigue, libido changes, and unexpected weight gain. 
 
We dive into strategies for tackling these challenges head-on, from holistic practices, and lifestyle adjustments, to the potential benefits of hormone replacement therapy (HRT), which could possibly protect our brains from developing dementia later on! We also address common concerns and misconceptions about treatments like HRT and the importance of personalized care.
 
Tune in and get empowering insights to help you feel more at ease with where you are and confident about navigating your eventual menopausal transition.
 
With love and light,Jana
 
Connect with me:www.janafuchscoaching.comIG: @janafuchscoaching
 
About Brett:
Brett Eaton is an integrative nurse practitioner at Whole Health Chicago. Brett completed her training at Vanderbilt University and is board certified in both women’s health and adult-gerontology primary care. She is passionate about working with hormonal conditions that often are overlooked and undertreated in healthcare including perimenopause and menopause, PCOS, endometriosis, gender-affirming hormone therapy, and integrative approaches to fertility.

Being a mom is an incredibly rewarding job, but it becomes especially challenging when you're raising a child with special needs. 
 
The feelings of isolation and overwhelm can be all-consuming, leaving you unsure of where to turn for support and guidance.
 
From navigating school systems that don't fully understand your child's unique requirements to managing the personal guilt and stress that come with the constant need for advocacy, it's a relentless test of strength and resilience.
 
In this heartfelt episode, I'm joined by Fiona Walsh, a remarkable mom of three and a mindset and leadership coach, who opens up about her own rollercoaster journey. Fiona shares her powerful story of understanding and supporting her neurodiverse child, offering insights into the emotional and practical aspects of parenting under complex circumstances. 
 
We dive into real strategies for maintaining personal well-being, leveraging community support, and how embracing vulnerability can lead to a deeper connection with your children and yourself. 
 
Join us as we shine a light on the paths through the challenges, bringing hope and empowerment to all moms in similar situations.
 
With love and light,Jana
 
 
About Fiona:
Fiona Walsh is a mom of three kids in 2 years, including one with neurodiversity and identical twins. She is a lifelong experimenter, and reforming people pleaser who grew up in Melbourne Australia, and has called Vancouver Canada home for the past 11 years.
As a mindset and leadership coach, Fiona helps individuals challenge and change the deep-rooted patterns and beliefs limiting their potential, to experience personal breakthroughs and lasting change. 

Connect with Fiona:
Website: www.fionawalsh.co
Insta: @fionawalshcoaching
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/fiona-walsh-coach

Are you a busy mom feeling overwhelmed by the daily juggle of responsibilities and the desire for a more joyful, heart-centered life? 
 
In this episode, I dive deep into the transformative practices of self-compassion and intention-setting as gateways to a more fulfilled and joyful existence.
 
Join me as I share insights from my recent family vacation to Costa Rica, revealing how setting intentions for joy can turn even the most challenging experiences into moments of bliss, and discover how the power of focused intentions and finding meaning in what we value most can manifest the life we desire.
 
This episode is a sequel to our last conversation with the gifted spiritual medium, Jessica Rachel, and builds upon our exploration of tapping into our intuitive sides. I'll share snippets of my personal reading with Jessica to illustrate how connecting with our spiritual selves can offer deeper insights into our lives and guide us toward greater self-awareness and healing.
 
I’ll also lead a guided exercise on self-compassion to soothe and nurture yourself during times of stress, teaching you to treat yourself with the same kindness and understanding you offer others.
 
Tune in to transform your approach to life's challenges and step into a more joy-filled, purpose-driven motherhood journey. 
 
With love and light,Jana
 
Connect with me:www.janafuchscoaching.comIG: @janafuchscoaching