From Barriers to Breakthroughs

Rebecca Mountain
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You’ve done the work. You’ve read the books, followed the strategies, and gained the knowledge. But there’s still something holding you back. That invisible barrier between knowing and doing isn’t about willpower or motivation. It’s about discovering the internal shift that finally lets everything click into place. Hosted by Rebecca Mountain, a high performance coach and two-time international best-selling author, this podcast helps you find and remove what’s been standing in your way. Rebecca brings more than two decades of experience guiding thousands of people to lasting transformation in their lives, businesses, and relationships. From leaving a restrictive religious community to rebuilding her life, raising four kids, and creating a thriving coaching business, gives Rebecca a deep, personal understanding of what it takes to break through. Each episode brings you real stories, powerful insights, and practical tools that move you from stuck to unstoppable. You won’t find empty promises or endless tactics here. Just the truth about what actually creates effortless change that lasts. If you're ready to break free from what’s holding you back and step into the life, love, and success that’s waiting for you, you’re in the right place. Let’s turn your barriers into breakthroughs!

  1. How to Break the 3 am Anxiety Cycle | S2015

    JAN 27

    How to Break the 3 am Anxiety Cycle | S2015

    I know the 3am club well. That half-awake, heart-racing place where your brain convinces you everything is about to fall apart. I lived there for years, paying dues I never agreed to pay, letting fear and self-defeating thoughts run the show. What finally changed wasn’t more information or more willpower. It was learning how to build a door and leave. In this episode, I break down what’s actually happening in your brain during those 3am spirals and why high performers tend to end up there more often than anyone else. I share three practical, repeatable ways to interrupt catastrophizing thoughts, calm your nervous system, and stop tearing down the life you’re trying to build. These tools aren’t about positive thinking or pretending everything is fine. They’re about creating space between you and your thoughts so you can lead yourself back to clarity, self-trust, and forward motion. Key Takeaways: · How to recognize when your emotional brain has hijacked your thinking and what to do in that moment · Why high performers experience more 3am spirals and how caring deeply fuels anxiety · A simple breathing pattern that lowers emotional intensity fast · How to change self-defeating thoughts without forcing positivity · Why knowing what to do isn’t enough and how to close the knowing-doing gap About Rebecca: In 2008, I blew up my life in spectacular fashion. I left a cult, got divorced, and for a time, lost even the few people I had leaned on. I thought greener grasses awaited me. I was wrong. Despite building a wildly successful digital marketing business, remarrying and growing my family to four kids, I felt nothing but dread each morning. Then came what I now call Epiphany Town. It was that electric moment when I stopped defining my life by what happened to me and began building on purpose. That phase lit me up in a way I had never felt. Now I devote every ounce of my energy to guiding others through their own version of Epiphany Town. I help them find the barriers that are actually holding them back, finally let go of self-sabotaging stories, and leap into a life that is meaningful and deeply fulfilling. I believe each of us has a story to tell, a gift to offer, and a life worth waking up for. Whether your goal is to impact one person or a million, I am here to help you see your place, claim your voice, and live your life on your terms. https://rebeccamountain.ca/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

    28 min
  2. The Hidden Role of Emotion in Sales and Leadership | S2014

    JAN 20

    The Hidden Role of Emotion in Sales and Leadership | S2014

    Most people think decisions are made by logic. They’re wrong. I see this every day when smart, capable people stall, hesitate, or quietly back away from a clear yes. Knowledge matters, but it rarely closes the gap. Emotion does. In this episode, I break down how real decisions are made and why persuasion isn’t about pushing harder or proving you’re smarter. It’s about understanding what someone is feeling in the moment they freeze. I share a real example from training a team of real estate agents and show how emotions like trust, confidence, loyalty, and even betrayal quietly run the show. We talk about why facts alone don’t move people, how likeability builds trust faster than expertise, and why giving someone the right language can remove their biggest internal roadblock. If you lead, sell, parent, coach, or simply want people to come with you instead of resisting you, this episode will change how you listen, how you ask questions, and how you tell stories. Because knowing isn’t enough. When you learn to work with emotion instead of fighting it, decisions get easier. For you and for them. Key Takeaways: · Why emotional hesitation is often the real objection hiding behind “I need to think about it” · How trust is built through likeability and confidence, not more facts · What to do when loyalty and guilt block a decision forward · How the right language removes fear without creating conflict · Why stories quiet resistance and open people to change About Rebecca: In 2008, I blew up my life in spectacular fashion. I left a cult, got divorced, and for a time, lost even the few people I had leaned on. I thought greener grasses awaited me. I was wrong. Despite building a wildly successful digital marketing business, remarrying and growing my family to four kids, I felt nothing but dread each morning. Then came what I now call Epiphany Town. It was that electric moment when I stopped defining my life by what happened to me and began building on purpose. That phase lit me up in a way I had never felt. Now I devote every ounce of my energy to guiding others through their own version of Epiphany Town. I help them find the barriers that are actually holding them back, finally let go of self-sabotaging stories, and leap into a life that is meaningful and deeply fulfilling. I believe each of us has a story to tell, a gift to offer, and a life worth waking up for. Whether your goal is to impact one person or a million, I am here to help you see your place, claim your voice, and live your life on your terms. https://rebeccamountain.ca/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

    19 min
  3. How Your Thoughts Create Your Reality | S2013

    JAN 6

    How Your Thoughts Create Your Reality | S2013

    Most of us don’t realize how much our thoughts are already deciding the life we’re living. Not someday. Not in theory. Right now. In this episode, I dig into why your brain keeps finding proof for whatever story you’re telling yourself and how that story shapes your work, your relationships, and your sense of self. This isn’t about pretending everything is fine or slapping positivity on hard moments. It’s about understanding how your mind actually works and why it so easily pulls you into fear, shame, and self-doubt. I walk through the role of the reticular activation system and how thoughts and emotions team up to create filters that distort what you see. I also share the practice that helped me stop feeding old programming and step off what I call the shame train. You’ll hear how to notice destructive thoughts without fighting them, how to calm the emotional surge that keeps them alive, and how to retrain your brain to focus on what moves you forward. One small shift at a time, this work changes how you show up, how you connect, and how you build a life that actually feels like yours. Key Takeaways: • How your brain decides what evidence to show you and why that shapes your reality • Why trying to “think positive” often backfires and what works instead • How emotions intensify thought patterns and thicken the filters you see life through • A practical way to stop feeding shame, fear, and self-sabotage without fighting them • How small daily shifts in focus can change your relationships, work, and confidence About Rebecca: In 2008, I blew up my life in spectacular fashion. I left a cult, got divorced, and for a time, lost even the few people I had leaned on. I thought greener grasses awaited me. I was wrong. Despite building a wildly successful digital marketing business, remarrying and growing my family to four kids, I felt nothing but dread each morning. Then came what I now call Epiphany Town. It was that electric moment when I stopped defining my life by what happened to me and began building on purpose. That phase lit me up in a way I had never felt. Now I devote every ounce of my energy to guiding others through their own version of Epiphany Town. I help them find the barriers that are actually holding them back, finally let go of self-sabotaging stories, and leap into a life that is meaningful and deeply fulfilling. I believe each of us has a story to tell, a gift to offer, and a life worth waking up for. Whether your goal is to impact one person or a million, I am here to help you see your place, claim your voice, and live your life on your terms. https://rebeccamountain.ca/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

    23 min
  4. The Fixer Mindset: Why We Look Outside Instead of Within | S2012

    12/16/2025

    The Fixer Mindset: Why We Look Outside Instead of Within | S2012

    Why do we keep trying to fix the same problems and still feel stuck? That question drives my conversation with Ronn James, and it shows up everywhere, from sales and leadership to everyday life. We talk about the fixer mindset and how quickly we reach for tactics, scripts, or advice when something feels uncomfortable. What looks like a surface issue, like avoiding calls or feeling inconsistent, is often driven by rejection, self-worth, and old stories we never stop to examine. The more we search for answers outside ourselves, the more frustrated and guilty we tend to feel. The takeaway from this episode is this: real change doesn’t come from fixing harder, it comes from understanding yourself better. When you slow down, build emotional awareness, and learn to look inward without judgment, consistency and confidence start to follow naturally.   Key Takeaways: ·  Recognize when you’re fixing symptoms instead of addressing the real issue ·  Understand why more advice can create more resistance ·  Identify how rejection quietly shapes your behavior ·  Learn how to look inward without fear or overwhelm ·  Build emotional awareness that drives consistent action   About The Guest: Ronn James is a respected authority in the real estate industry, with a deep passion for helping others thrive. With plus 40 years of hands-on experience and a track record of success, Ronn James is not just a coach but a dedicated mentor, committed to the growth and success of every client.   About Rebecca: In 2008, I blew up my life in spectacular fashion. I left a cult, got divorced, and for a time, lost even the few people I had leaned on. I thought greener grasses awaited me. I was wrong. Despite building a wildly successful digital marketing business, remarrying and growing my family to four kids, I felt nothing but dread each morning. Then came what I now call Epiphany Town. It was that electric moment when I stopped defining my life by what happened to me and began building on purpose. That phase lit me up in a way I had never felt. Now I devote every ounce of my energy to guiding others through their own version of Epiphany Town. I help them find the barriers that are actually holding them back, finally let go of self-sabotaging stories, and leap into a life that is meaningful and deeply fulfilling. I believe each of us has a story to tell, a gift to offer, and a life worth waking up for. Whether your goal is to impact one person or a million, I am here to help you see your place, claim your voice, and live your life on your terms. https://rebeccamountain.ca/   Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

    35 min
  5. The Power of Impossible | S2011

    11/18/2025

    The Power of Impossible | S2011

    What would happen if you set a goal so big it scares you a little—and gave yourself a deadline that feels completely unreasonable? In this conversation, I share why “impossible goals” are often the clearest path to clarity, momentum, and results. I talk through the moments that shaped me—leaving a cult, surviving a car crash, and rebuilding my life—and how they taught me to trust myself enough to choose the mountain I want to climb. I walk you through how impossible timelines eliminate decision fatigue, why back doors keep you stuck in mediocrity, and how true commitment trains your brain to spot opportunities you’ve never noticed before. I also open up about the Mountain Method, what I’m building next, and why referrals, super connectors, and bold standards make 10X growth easier than most people think. My hope is that you walk away with one impossible goal, one wild deadline, and the courage to go all in.   Key Takeaways: · Learn how impossible goals create clarity · See why bold deadlines spark faster action · Understand how standards shape your results · Discover how referrals amplify your growth · Explore how commitment trains your brain to notice new opportunities     About Rebecca: In 2008, I blew up my life in spectacular fashion. I left a cult, got divorced, and for a time, lost even the few people I had leaned on. I thought greener grasses awaited me. I was wrong. Despite building a wildly successful digital marketing business, remarrying and growing my family to four kids, I felt nothing but dread each morning. Then came what I now call Epiphany Town. It was that electric moment when I stopped defining my life by what happened to me and began building on purpose. That phase lit me up in a way I had never felt. Now I devote every ounce of my energy to guiding others through their own version of Epiphany Town. I help them find the barriers that are actually holding them back, finally let go of self-sabotaging stories, and leap into a life that is meaningful and deeply fulfilling. I believe each of us has a story to tell, a gift to offer, and a life worth waking up for. Whether your goal is to impact one person or a million, I am here to help you see your place, claim your voice, and live your life on your terms. https://rebeccamountain.ca/   Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

    27 min
  6. The Invisible Cliff of Success | S2010

    11/04/2025

    The Invisible Cliff of Success | S2010

    Success scares smart people. Not because we can’t handle growth, but because our emotions whisper worst-case stories that keep us stuck on a tiny two-inch ledge we’re convinced is a cliff. I unpack how procrastination, perfectionism, and “control freak” habits are just labels masking fear—of outcomes, of judgment, of losing control—and why more checklists won’t fix an emotional problem. I walk you through a simple path: name what you feel, set real standards, capture your “secret sauce” with SOPs, and lead by managing progress—not doing the work yourself. You’ll hear how I hit walls, learned to hire, and stopped letting old stories run the show. If you’re ready to step off that ledge, this is your nudge to build emotional resilience, take clear action, and grow without burning out.   Key Takeaways: ·  How to spot fear hiding behind “procrastinator,” “perfectionist,” and “control freak” labels—and what to do next. ·  A practical way to use an emotion wheel to defuse outcome fear and restart momentum. ·  The leadership shift from doing to guiding: set a gold standard, build SOPs, and run tight check-ins. ·  A two-step hiring flow: objective self-assessment first, live interview second, so you trust your gut with data. ·  Why psychological strength drives 85–90% of success—and how to build it without therapy jargon.   About Rebecca: In 2008, I blew up my life in spectacular fashion. I left a cult, got divorced, and for a time, lost even the few people I had leaned on. I thought greener grasses awaited me. I was wrong. Despite building a wildly successful digital marketing business, remarrying and growing my family to four kids, I felt nothing but dread each morning. Then came what I now call Epiphany Town. It was that electric moment when I stopped defining my life by what happened to me and began building on purpose. That phase lit me up in a way I had never felt. Now I devote every ounce of my energy to guiding others through their own version of Epiphany Town. I help them find the barriers that are actually holding them back, finally let go of self-sabotaging stories, and leap into a life that is meaningful and deeply fulfilling. I believe each of us has a story to tell, a gift to offer, and a life worth waking up for. Whether your goal is to impact one person or a million, I am here to help you see your place, claim your voice, and live your life on your terms. https://rebeccamountain.ca/   Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

    36 min
  7. Why Short-Term Sprints Work Better Than Long Term Goals | S2009

    10/21/2025

    Why Short-Term Sprints Work Better Than Long Term Goals | S2009

    Want a simple way to hit big goals without burning out? I walk you through the sprint system I use to turn vague intentions into clear weekly actions you can actually finish. I start at the finish line, map a one-page work-back plan, and swap decisions for instructions so focus isn’t something you hunt for every day. We set a sprint length that fits real life, build tiny wins that compound, and design celebrations that reinforce the identity you’re growing into. I also share my favorite accountability twist that gets near-perfect follow-through without shame or burnout. If you’re ready to make progress you can feel, this is your blueprint for the next 30 to 100 days.   Key Takeaways: · How to choose the right sprint length so urgency helps, not harms. · Turning a big goal into a weekly work-back plan you can follow. · “Instructions over decisions” protects focus and creativity. · How to design celebrations that reinforce identity and momentum. · Use paired consequences for 100% accountability without shame.   About Rebecca: In 2008, I blew up my life in spectacular fashion. I left a cult, got divorced, and for a time, lost even the few people I had leaned on. I thought greener grasses awaited me. I was wrong. Despite building a wildly successful digital marketing business, remarrying and growing my family to four kids, I felt nothing but dread each morning. Then came what I now call Epiphany Town. It was that electric moment when I stopped defining my life by what happened to me and began building on purpose. That phase lit me up in a way I had never felt. Now I devote every ounce of my energy to guiding others through their own version of Epiphany Town. I help them find the barriers that are actually holding them back, finally let go of self-sabotaging stories, and leap into a life that is meaningful and deeply fulfilling. I believe each of us has a story to tell, a gift to offer, and a life worth waking up for. Whether your goal is to impact one person or a million, I am here to help you see your place, claim your voice, and live your life on your terms. https://rebeccamountain.ca/   Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

    29 min
  8. High Performing Neurodivergents: The Power of ADHD at Work & Home | S2008

    10/07/2025

    High Performing Neurodivergents: The Power of ADHD at Work & Home | S2008

    How to ask for what you need at work without disclosing ADHD, harness hyperfocus without burning out, and design a career that actually fits your brain. I invited ADHD career coach Elle O’Flaherty because she understands high performers who don’t thrive in neurotypical systems. I share my own late diagnosis and years of masking, then we get practical about building a life and career that match how our minds work. We walk through scripts for “accommodations without asking for accommodations,” shifting from importance to interest so tasks become doable, and using FUNKY activators to flip your brain on for boring work. Elle breaks down healthy ways to channel hyperfocus so results rise while stress falls. We also zoom out for leaders: how to create neuroinclusive teams, normalize tools like AI note-takers, and stop quiet biases that push talented people out. You’ll leave with clear language to advocate for yourself, simple systems to protect your energy, and confidence to treat ADHD as a feature you can leverage, not a flaw you have to hide.   Key Takeaways: ·     How to request support from a position of strength without disclosing ADHD, and why it works with most managers. ·     The FUNKY activators that switch ADHD brains “on” for boring tasks: Fun, Urgency, Novelty, Challenge, Interest. ·     Ways to harness hyperfocus safely so output skyrockets without wrecking sleep or relationships. ·     A quick blueprint for neuroinclusive leadership: training, process audits, interview changes, and visible allyship. ·     Why late diagnosis is common for women and how current checklists miss inattentive traits—and what to do about it.   About the Guest: Elle O'Flaherty is a performance optimization and career satisfaction speaker and coach who helps audiences accelerate their growth. She delivers fun presentations interweaving the life-changing with the practical. Elle is the founder of Interlace Solutions, an executive coaching firm with an ADHD subspecialty. In her previous life, she was an attorney for 17 years. She is a subject matter expert on international agricultural trade, which doesn't come up much. Elle lives in Washington, DC, with her family and Penny, the world’s greatest dog. https://www.interlacesolutions.com/ About Rebecca: In 2008, I blew up my life in spectacular fashion. I left a rule-based religious group, divorced, and lost the few people I had leaned on. I thought greener grasses awaited me. I was wrong. Despite building a wildly successful digital marketing business and growing my family to four kids, I felt nothing but dread each morning. Then came what I now call Epiphany Town. It was that electric moment when I stopped defining my life by what happened to me and began building on purpose. That phase lit me up in a way I had never felt. Now I devote every ounce of my energy to guiding others through their own version of Epiphany Town. I help them forgive their past, let go of self-sabotaging stories, and leap into a life that is meaningful and deeply fulfilling. I believe each of us has a story to tell, a gift to offer, and a life worth waking up for. Whether your goal is to impact one person or a million, I am here to help you see your place, claim your voice, and live your life on your terms. https://rebeccamountain.ca/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this

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You’ve done the work. You’ve read the books, followed the strategies, and gained the knowledge. But there’s still something holding you back. That invisible barrier between knowing and doing isn’t about willpower or motivation. It’s about discovering the internal shift that finally lets everything click into place. Hosted by Rebecca Mountain, a high performance coach and two-time international best-selling author, this podcast helps you find and remove what’s been standing in your way. Rebecca brings more than two decades of experience guiding thousands of people to lasting transformation in their lives, businesses, and relationships. From leaving a restrictive religious community to rebuilding her life, raising four kids, and creating a thriving coaching business, gives Rebecca a deep, personal understanding of what it takes to break through. Each episode brings you real stories, powerful insights, and practical tools that move you from stuck to unstoppable. You won’t find empty promises or endless tactics here. Just the truth about what actually creates effortless change that lasts. If you're ready to break free from what’s holding you back and step into the life, love, and success that’s waiting for you, you’re in the right place. Let’s turn your barriers into breakthroughs!

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