Motivational Moments with Maria

Maria Bradfield
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Do you need a boost to start your day? Join me, Coach Maria as I deliver some moments of inspiration, motivation and sometimes ass kicking to help you live the life you truly desire and deserve. We will take a journey together to keep you focused, your attitude positive, energy high, mindset strong, and have some fun too. Simply subscribe and you will be notified as soon as the next podcast is available. I am excited to be on this journey with you. Imagine a relationship that is entirely focused on YOU. Imagine someone listening rather than just hearing you. Imagine someone who holds YOU accountable to YOUR dreams and aspirations. That is what Maria delivers to YOU.

  1. FEB 15

    Calm the Body. Clear the Mind.

    When life keeps you in survival mode, clarity doesn’t come from doing more — it comes from feeling safe again. In this episode, Maria talks with somatic healer Julie Stevens about nervous system regulation, anxiety, and how healing begins in the body, not the mind. When the body slows down, the mind gets quiet. And that’s where clarity returns. 🎧 Listen to the full episode of Motivational Moments with Maria.

    44 min

  2. FEB 10

    Think Like an Olympian

    In this episode, I explore what it truly takes to perform at an Olympic level — not just in sports, but in life. I break down six characteristics of elite performers, from obsessing over small improvements to training self-talk and using accountability as a daily tool. This isn’t about doing everything at once. It’s about moving out of survival mode and training intentionally for the results you want. The invitation is simple: choose one shift, practice it for seven days, and notice what changes — in your focus, your confidence, and your momentum. 🎧 Listen to the full episode of Motivational Moments with Maria.

    14 min

  3. JAN 5

    The 6 Cs to Success

    Welcome to this week’s episode of Motivational Moments with Maria.  This day 6 years ago I took a giant leap of faith.  I stepped down from a Coaching Position I loved to branch out on my own and it was the best thing I could have done for myself and the clients I serve. I was scared, I was worried and I know one thing…when I make a commitment to do something, I will make it happen. I follow the framework I developed for myself and today seems like the perfect time to share it with you.  It’s a New Year and I want you to navigate your next chapter with confidence and courage.  Welcome to the 6 Cs of Your Personal Shift: Navigating Your Next Chapter with Confidence and Courage. I’m so glad you’re here. In today’s episode you’ll get a practical, compassionate framework—the 6 Cs—to move from stuck to in motion, and a clear next step to keep your momentum going after we finish. Let’s discuss why you are here and why you listen in to these podcasts or for that matter any podcast on personal development. Naming what’s going on for you reduces shame and increases choice. I hear these quite a bit so if it resonates with you, then you have tuned in to the right channel: 1.Feeling stuck and unsure what comes next. You know you want a change, but you’re not sure of the direction, the steps, or how to start. That’s normal—and it’s the biggest driver for seeking guidance 2.Losing confidence in yourself and your decisions. Maybe you’ve felt disconnected from your inner strength and want to trust your voice again. 3.Feeling disconnected from purpose or a meaningful “why.” You crave alignment—something that feels exciting, grounded, intentional. 4.You are a lifelong learner and know that personal growth is a way of life. If any of these resonate, you’re where you need to be. And answer this, what gets in your way? •Overwhelm from trying to manage everything alone. Life is heavy: responsibilities, expectations, emotions. You don’t need more pressure—you need structure and support. •Lack of consistency and accountability. You start motivated, but momentum fades without a system and a community. Here’s a truth: people don’t plug into personal development and coaching for information—they buy it for consistency because Consistency turns intention into results. Today I’ll walk you through six anchors for sustainable change: Commitment, Courage, Consistency, Confidence, Challenge, and Candor. These words have helped me over the years stay on track in my life and they are visible to me every day.  Listen in for insights on the 6 Cs to success.  Stay focused, stay positive and always have fun. Coach Maria

    20 min

  4. 12/24/2025

    Quiet the Mind. Hear Your Truth.

    Welcome to the final episode of 2025—what a journey this year has been. Thank you for showing up, sharing the show, and choosing to rise above the noise. We can get swept into negativity, or we can stand in purpose. You’ve chosen purpose, and I’m grateful. To close the year, I had the honor of speaking with Dr. Sarah Jefferis—Senior Lecturer, CEO, poet, and intuitive writing coach—who helps writers and leaders heal and lead with equity through the power of words and yoga. Our focus: how to quiet the mind, because in stillness, we hear. Some episode highlights:  Stillness as a skill: Why quieting the mind is not passive—it’s powerful preparation for courageous action.Writing as healing: Simple practices to move emotion, access clarity, and transform fear into momentum.The body leads: How breath and gentle movement (hello, yoga) unlock voice, presence, and creative flow.Brave spaces, not perfect spaces: Equity and inclusion as daily practices that expand who gets seen, heard, and celebrated.Courage over perfection: Practical ways to start, even when self-doubt or resistance is loud.Dr. Sarah will also share some “Try-it-Now” practices you can implement immediately.  Life is full of sharp turns and unexpected moments. Clarity doesn’t come from doing more — it comes from getting quiet. When you return to the breath and create space, your body remembers and your voice becomes clear again. Not every thought is a fact. You get to choose what you believe — and how your next chapter unfolds. 🎧 Listen to the full episode of Motivational Moments with Maria.

    47 min

  5. 12/15/2025

    Staying Sane When the Holidays Get Loud

    The December Advantage: Gentle Planning, Realistic Joy, and Words to Carry Us Into the New Year Some seasons call for hustle, December calls for wisdom. In this episode, Transformational Life Coach Jessica Rockstar and I offer a candid look at managing emotions during the holidays while using the unique rhythm of December to plan thoughtfully for the year ahead. From the sting and fog of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) to the warmth of serving others, we share practical strategies, personal stories, and a simple framework to help you end the year with grace and begin the next with intention. The holidays are complicated. They ask a lot of us—emotionally, socially, financially—and too often we respond by demanding even more from ourselves. We will remind you that the antidote isn’t to push harder, it’s to care more: for our bodies, our boundaries, our time, and our hearts. Coach Jessica shares about her journey—military service, weight loss, and adopting a “rock star” identity—not as a mask, but as a tool for resilience. That identity became a way to reframe challenges: show up, perform with heart, and keep the set list realistic. Of course, I echoed that energy and reframed the holidays as a place for tenderness and truth: name what you need, celebrate what you’ve done, and plan without punishing yourself. December can be a strategic sweet spot. The pace is slower, inboxes are quieter, and people are often more accessible for conversation and collaboration. I describe this as “the December Advantage”—a time to plant seeds that will sprout quickly in January. Listen in for insights on “The December Advantage: Focus, Finish, Foundations”. As always, stay focused, stay positive and have fun. Coach Maria

    38 min

  6. 12/10/2025

    The Power of Compartmentalizing

    The Power of Compartmentalizing Your Time and Projects Welcome my friends to this week’s episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. As always, I am inspired, grateful and passionate about the work I do. Every day I wake up and always start the day with this one question: Who needs me on my A game today? When you are a servant leader and know what your purpose and passion is, it’s not work, it’s a calling—and I get to work at this incredible career. Living your dream life isn’t just about the destination – it’s found in the work we do, the love we share and sometimes the laughter in the rain. Let me start with a question for you today. Ever finish a day feeling busy but strangely unfinished? I see you nodding your heads. Then what happens? You start to feel guilty that you didn’t get everything done and start spending late nights to catch up at the expense of your health—and all of this is the tax you pay for constant context switching. If your brain feels like it has 27 tabs open and one of them is playing mystery music, you are not alone. Today, we’re going to give your mind a breather, your calendar a makeover, and your confidence a fresh coat of “Oh yes, I can.” What compartmentalizing really means (and why your brain will thank you)  Think of compartmentalizing as giving your time little labeled containers—like Tupperware, but for your focus. You decide what goes in each container, when you open it, and what stays out. No more letting Deep Work sit next to Leftover Guilt.

    24 min

  7. 11/24/2025

    Ready to Finish Strong? Let's Reflect and Plan Together

    Ready to Finish 2025 Strong? Let’s Reflect & Plan Together! It’s been a whirlwind here—between co-hosting and speaking at the incredible Produce Your Dream Life Event in Atlanta, celebrating a wonderful family wedding, and cheering on participants at the 3-Day Breast Cancer Walk, I’ve gathered so much inspiration to share with you! In my latest podcast episode, I invite you to cozy up and reflect on this transformative year with me. We’ll explore: *   What you’ve learned about yourself this year *   What you want to finish before 2026 *   How to show up with intention through the busy holiday season *   What your business needs now *   What support you might need as you plan ahead I am also sharing exciting news about the Dream Life Accelerator Group Coaching Program launching this January—your key to starting 2026 with clarity, momentum, and community. Don’t miss this heartfelt, festive, and practical conversation designed to help you close out 2025 with gratitude and grace. Wishing you a joyful and inspired season full of grace and appreciation for the wonderful journey called LIFE we are on. Listen in for insights on finishing the next 6 weeks with intention and purpose and positioning yourself to start 2026 off with a bang! Until next time, stay focused, stay positive and always have fun.  Coach Maria

    20 min

  8. 10/20/2025

    Who Are You When Everything Changes?

    Hello, beautiful souls, and welcome to Motivational Moments with Maria. I’m so grateful you're here with me today. As we honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month and celebrate the incredible spirit of womanhood, I want you to settle in deeply with this question: Who are you when the roles, the titles, and even your health have been fundamentally challenged? It’s a question that hits close to home for many of us, and certainly for me, as a two time breast cancer survivor. Life’s major events—those that shake us to our very core—have a way of stripping away all that feels familiar. Suddenly, the identities we’ve built become fragile or even feel out of reach. It’s challenging. And if you’ve been through something like this, you know the emotional landscape afterwards can feel profoundly lonely. But today, I want to tell you something beautiful: that place you find yourself in, stripped down, vulnerable, searching—is actually fertile ground for growth and transformation. Before we dive into our guide for this week, I want to share something very personal with you—something many of us face but don’t often speak aloud. When I first heard the words, “You have breast cancer,” I felt as though time stopped. A flood of emotions overwhelmed me—fear, confusion, and that crushing loneliness that settled heavy in my chest. Suddenly, the future I had imagined slipped away, replaced by uncertainty. But what scared me most were the questions swirling in my mind about my children—What will happen to them if I’m not here? Who will love them the way I do? Who will guide them through their lives? Those thoughts hit me like waves—relentless and frightening.

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Do you need a boost to start your day? Join me, Coach Maria as I deliver some moments of inspiration, motivation and sometimes ass kicking to help you live the life you truly desire and deserve. We will take a journey together to keep you focused, your attitude positive, energy high, mindset strong, and have some fun too. Simply subscribe and you will be notified as soon as the next podcast is available. I am excited to be on this journey with you. Imagine a relationship that is entirely focused on YOU. Imagine someone listening rather than just hearing you. Imagine someone who holds YOU accountable to YOUR dreams and aspirations. That is what Maria delivers to YOU.

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  • Creator
    Maria Bradfield
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    229
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    Clean
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    © 2026 Motivational Moments with Maria
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