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All the self-help extremes out there seem to be designed for perfect robots . . . But, you’re a real woman living a real life! About Progress is a podcast and community that is alllllll about progress made practical. Here, Monica will help you embrace the truest model to lasting growth, and teach you how to *do something* to grow in ways that stick.

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All the self-help extremes out there seem to be designed for perfect robots . . . But, you’re a real woman living a real life! About Progress is a podcast and community that is alllllll about progress made practical. Here, Monica will help you embrace the truest model to lasting growth, and teach you how to *do something* to grow in ways that stick.

    A Medical Emergency (Doing Okay Now!), Juggling Kid Extracurriculars, Hiking on My DSL, Three Things I’m Loving Right Now, Thoughts on Having a Kid in Middle School || Messy Middle May 2024

    A Medical Emergency (Doing Okay Now!), Juggling Kid Extracurriculars, Hiking on My DSL, Three Things I’m Loving Right Now, Thoughts on Having a Kid in Middle School || Messy Middle May 2024

    This monthly series features an episode sharing my recent highs and lows, how my habits are going, a Do Something List update, plus what I'm loving lately and my commitments for the upcoming month. I hope this glimpse into my life, my family, my work, and my own self development encourages you in your own journey.
    Around here the goal is never perfection, just to keep trying, even if in very simple ways. I think you'll see that with all of the big changes going on for me, taking the smallest of steps has helped to keep me afloat and feeling like myself. As always, I encourage you to get messy, too!
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    • 33 min
    A Gentle Approach to Cleaning and Maintaining Your Home || with KC Davis

    A Gentle Approach to Cleaning and Maintaining Your Home || with KC Davis

    KC Davis is a licensed professional counselor, author, speaker, and the person behind the mental health platform Struggle Care. She offers a profoundly refreshing perspective on home management that's far from the all-or-nothing standard we’re so accustomed to. We dive deep into KC's story, exploring the journey from shame-driven perfectionism rooted in her past struggles with addiction, to discovering a compassionate and gentle approach to maintaining her home.
    KC shares how her diagnosis of ADHD at 35 played a significant role in understanding her relationship with cleaning and organization, eventually leading to innovative, shame-free strategies for home maintenance. We discuss the importance of functional living spaces, moving beyond societal pressures and the shame associated with not meeting unrealistic standards of home perfection.
    Join us as we discuss how to break free from the shame cycle in home maintenance, fostering a relationship with our living spaces that supports us as individuals, rather than succumbing to overwhelming expectations.
    Ep. 525 on being Cleanish, Ep. 586 on How to Make Time

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    • 47 min
    How do you start a podcast? || with Andi Smiley

    How do you start a podcast? || with Andi Smiley

    Is there something that has made you think other people can do that, but not me? This episode is part of a monthly series to convince you otherwise. These episodes feature real people who are answering the question “How do you…?” about their various passions and pursuits.

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    • 25 min
    Simple Strategies to Experience Less Stress and More Resilience || with Dr. Aditi Nerurkar

    Simple Strategies to Experience Less Stress and More Resilience || with Dr. Aditi Nerurkar

    As a society we are currently experiencing unprecedented rates of stress and burnout, and feeling stressed is now more common than not. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the constant pressures of modern life, wondered how to discern between 'good' and 'bad' stress, or sought strategies to manage stress that actually align with your body's biology, this episode is for you.
    In this conversation with Dr. Aditi Nerurkar she advocates for managing stress, while exploring the impact of chronic stress leading to burnout. We discuss practical strategies for managing stress, including creating digital boundaries, protecting sleep, and specific exercises like 'stop, breathe, be,' while touching on the importance of incorporating self-compassion and grace. Tune in to discover how to harness healthy stress to propel your life forward, all while maintaining your sanity in the process.

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    • 57 min
    My DSL Repeats || Growth Spurt

    My DSL Repeats || Growth Spurt

    A recent message from a woman who was making her DSL list made me so excited, because it's never the wrong time of year to make yours! She asked me if there is anything I find myself repeating year after year, and I wanted to share that answer with all of you. From the things I repeat, to the reasons things change, consider this an unofficial update on my DSL, and an official invite to get started on yours today.
    Episode 582 on Friendship, Episode 517 "Me Day"

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    “How can I stop being a ‘Perfectionist Parent’ and overreacting with my kids?” || Coaching Call with Kate

    “How can I stop being a ‘Perfectionist Parent’ and overreacting with my kids?” || Coaching Call with Kate

    In this candid coaching call with Kate, a stay-at-home mom of two young children, we unravel the layers of perfectionism in parenthood and how we can treat ourselves with self-compassion.
    Kate shares her experiences of navigating the challenges of motherhood amidst major life transitions, including a cross-country move and the transition from working to full-time parenting. I encourage Kate to level with herself about her circumstances and redefine what it means to be a good mom within the context of her reality.
    Through practical exercises and reframing techniques, Kate recognizes that being a good mom doesn't mean being perfect—it means showing up with love, kindness, and a willingness to learn and grow.

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1.2K Ratings

Essie LeSur ,

Inspiring!

I’m so grateful for the inspiration and practical tools Monica shares on her podcast. They have been life changing for me and have given me so much joy in my everyday life. Thank you so much Monica! You are a light.

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Inspiring!

Monica’s podcast is inspiring & uplifting! She has such authentic, wonderful energy. I love that Monica has a wide variety of guests, and provides actionable tools for personal growth. A must listen!

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Sisterhood

I have been listening to Monica since she started her podcast in California. I really love the topics she chooses and her desire to help empower other women. I don’t know her personally but I feel a sisterhood with her. She is very relatable and I just love her!

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