It's Time To Be YOU

Ariel Vaughan
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It's Time To Be YOU is the podcast to help people pleasers take control and finally put themselves first. This podcast is for overwhelmed and unfulfilled people pleasers that are ready to live an authentic life on their terms. It's Time To Be YOU is hosted by Ariel Vaughan, a recovering people pleaser and Certified Life Coach. This podcast will help you leave your people pleasing tendencies behind, build your confidence and shift your mindset so you can have more joy, happiness and embrace your true desires. It's time to stop living your life on someone else's terms. It's time to Be YOU!

  1. Jun 4

    Comfortable in Your Own Skin: Body Image, Style & Self-Confidence with Crystal Napier

    Have you ever looked in the mirror and felt like you've lost yourself? Maybe your body has changed. Maybe your life has changed. Maybe you've spent so much time taking care of everyone else that you've stopped paying attention to what makes you feel confident, comfortable, and like you. In this episode, I sit down with Crystal Napier, image consultant, stylist, professional bra fitter, and founder of Renee's Boutique, for a conversation about confidence, body image, authenticity, and why style is about so much more than clothes. Crystal shares her personal journey of navigating body image struggles, growing up feeling like she needed to hide parts of herself, finding confidence as a young leader, and learning how to embrace who she is through every season of life. We also talk about: • The connection between style and self-confidence • Why so many women struggle to feel comfortable in their bodies • Balancing authenticity and professionalism • Learning to appreciate your body exactly as it is today One of my favorite takeaways from this conversation is that confidence isn't something we magically wake up with one day. It's something we cultivate through the way we speak to ourselves, care for ourselves, and show up for ourselves. If you've been feeling disconnected from yourself, hiding behind clothes that don't feel like you anymore, or simply ready to show up with more confidence, this episode is for you. Connect with Crystal Napier Website: ReneesBoutiqueLLC.com Instagram: @ReneesBoutiqueLLC Facebook: Renees Boutique LLC LinkedIn: Crystal Napier Ready for more clarity and confidence? Connect with me, Ariel Vaughan: Instagram: @beyoutifulchick Instagram: @itstimetobeyoupodcast For more, visit: itstimetobeyou.com Schedule your complimentary clarity session here: https://calendly.com/arielbv/be-you-breakthrough-session

    46 min

  2. May 28

    What Do YOU Stand For with Amy Hager

    What if your life changed the moment you stopped trying to make everyone else happy? In today's episode, I sit down with Amy Hager — messaging and marketing mentor, speaker, and overall incredible human — for a conversation that goes far beyond business. Amy shares how racing go-karts at nine years old taught her about visibility, resilience, relationship building, and showing up even when you don't win. From there, we dive into people pleasing, perfectionism, authenticity, boundaries, vulnerability, and learning how to stop carrying responsibility for everyone else's emotions. This episode is full of honest reflections, mindset shifts, and reminders that you do not have to be perfect to be impactful. We also talk about: Why no one "bats 1,000" and why that's okay Learning to focus on what you can control The emotional and physical cost of living out of alignment How to know what's yours to carry — and what isn't Setting boundaries with family and difficult relationships Why your message should attract and repel The power of "I am" statements and asking yourself: "What do I stand for?" Showing up authentically in business and life Why vulnerability doesn't mean being an open book The importance of reflection, self-awareness, and self-trust One of my favorite takeaways from this conversation is the reminder that authenticity is not about being perfect — it's about being honest with yourself and allowing yourself to evolve. Amy brings such a grounded, refreshing perspective to this conversation, and I know so many of you are going to feel seen by what she shares. Connect with Amy: Facebook: Amy Hager LinkedIn: Amy Hager, CAE-IOM Connect with me, Ariel Vaughan: Instagram: @beyoutifulchick Instagram: @itstimetobeyoupodcast For more, visit: itstimetobeyou.com

    53 min

  3. May 8

    From Survival to Purpose with Gwen Cassady

    *]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-69fc010c-87a8-83ea-839b-89315b4928c0-13" data-testid= "conversation-turn-16" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn= "assistant"> This is a deeply vulnerable and important conversation. Before listening, please note that this episode includes discussions of trauma, abuse, and human trafficking.  In today's episode, I'm joined by Gwen Cassady, who shares parts of her story in an effort to raise awareness, advocate for change, and help others feel less alone in their own experiences. This conversation explores what it means to survive, to rebuild, and to find purpose after experiencing unimaginable hardship. We talk about how people pleasing can develop as a survival response, the impact trauma can have on self-worth and identity, and what it looks like to begin choosing yourself after years of putting others first. We cover some heavy topics in this episode, but they are important to discuss for awareness, change and moving forward. Inside this episode: How people pleasing can begin as a survival pattern The long-term impact of trauma on self-worth and identity What it means to rebuild your life after loss and instability The role of resilience and perseverance in healing Learning to use your voice after being silenced Turning pain into purpose and advocacy Learn more about Gwen Cassady's work and advocacy: Blue Mosiac https://www.facebook.com/gwen.cassady/ www.instagram.com/gwen.cassady/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/gwen-cassady-14944124/ Connect with me, Ariel Vaughan: Instagram: @beyoutifulchick Instagram: @itstimetobeyoupodcast For more, visit: itstimetobeyou.com

    56 min

  4. Apr 16

    Leaping Into the Unknown to Find Your Voice with Kay Ford

    In this episode, I'm joined by Kay Ford, who I've known since we were kids, and we dive into what it really looks like to trust yourself, take a leap, and build a life that feels aligned, even when it's uncomfortable. From walking away from expectations, to moving across the world, to pursuing her dreams, Kay shares her journey of learning to quiet outside noise and finally listen to herself. We talk about the fear that comes with making big decisions, the pressure to do what's expected, and how easy it is to lose trust in yourself. We explore self confidence, choosing yourself and following your passions. If you've been feeling stuck, unsure, or afraid of making the "wrong" move… this conversation will meet you there. Connect with Kay: Instagram: @kayfordva Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KayFordVA/ Website: www.kayfordva.com Connect with me, Ariel Vaughan: Instagram: @beyoutifulchick Instagram: @itstimetobeyoupodcast For more, visit: itstimetobeyou.com

    50 min

  5. Apr 9

    Navigating Control and Expectations as a People Pleaser with Elysia Buss

    If you've ever thought, "I just want everyone to be okay"… this episode is for you. Because what we don't always realize is that people pleasing isn't just about being nice or going with the flow. Sometimes, it's tied to control, safety, and the ways we've learned to navigate the world. In this conversation, I'm joined by Elysia Buss, a Transformative Confidence Coach and Founder of Playful Pivot, and we go deeper into what's really underneath people pleasing. We talk about how control can show up in ways we don't expect, why overthinking keeps us stuck, and what it actually looks like to start choosing yourself—without making yourself wrong for where you've been. This is one of those conversations that invites you to slow down, reflect, and get a little more honest with yourself. Not from a place of judgment, but from a place of curiosity. In this episode, we talk about: The connection between people pleasing and control Why people pleasing can feel like safety How overthinking keeps you stuck (and what to do instead) The discomfort of setting boundaries—and why that doesn't mean you're doing it wrong Learning to trust yourself and your needs Letting go of the need to be liked by everyone Reconnecting with your authentic self through curiosity and play Connect with Elysia Buss:  playfulpivot.com Instagram: @playfulpivot Connect with me, Ariel Vaughan: Instagram: @beyoutifulchick Instagram: @itstimetobeyoupodcast For more, visit: itstimetobeyou.com

    50 min

  6. Apr 2

    The Journey to Being YOU

    This is my 100th episode… and it's not what I thought it would be. I felt pressure for this to be something big and impactful, and instead I found myself overthinking, procrastinating, and getting in my own way. So this episode isn't perfect—but it is honest. In this episode, I'm sharing what this journey has really looked like, how perfectionism and people pleasing have shown up, and what it means to keep going anyway. We talk about redefining your "best self," and how choosing yourself can feel uncomfortable and unfamiliar at first. But hard doesn't mean wrong. Being yourself isn't something you always just know—it's something you uncover. And that process will feel messy and imperfect. This is your reminder to stop waiting, get out of your head, and take the next step… even if it's not perfect. Connect with me, Ariel Vaughan: Instagram: @beyoutifulchick Instagram: @itstimetobeyoupodcast For more, visit: itstimetobeyou.com

    10 min

  7. Mar 21

    It's Time to Own What YOU Want

    This episode is a real and honest conversation about something a lot of us avoid—admitting what we actually want. When you've spent years people pleasing, following expectations, and doing what keeps you accepted, it can feel really uncomfortable to pause and ask yourself, what do I want? And even more uncomfortable to answer it honestly. In this episode, I'm sharing my own struggle with setting goals, because the truth is, owning what you want comes with risk. It means you might not get it. It means you might have to wait. It might even mean being alone or giving things up. But avoiding what you want doesn't protect you—it just keeps you stuck. This episode discusses: Why people pleasers struggle to name what they want The fear of setting goals and not reaching them Letting go of the idea that there's a "right" path How to start building self-trust through honest, small steps This episode is your reminder that you don't need to have it all figured out to start being honest with yourself. You just need to be willing to tell yourself the truth—and take one step from there. Connect with me, Ariel Vaughan: Instagram: @beyoutifulchick Instagram: @itstimetobeyoupodcast For more, visit: itstimetobeyou.com

    9 min

  8. Jan 8

    It's Time to Make Promises to Yourself

    As people pleasers, we're often incredibly reliable for everyone else — but not for ourselves. In this episode, we talk about why keeping promises to yourself matters more than you think, how self-trust is built through follow-through, and why the smallest commitments are often the most powerful. This isn't about discipline for productivity. It's about honoring your needs, rebuilding trust with yourself, and learning that choosing yourself is safe. Key Takeaways Self-trust is built by keeping your word to yourself Small promises matter more than big goals Motivation fades, but discipline is built through follow-through Breaking promises creates an identity story — and so does keeping them Choosing yourself may feel uncomfortable, but it builds self-respect One kept promise is enough to start changing the narrative   Connect with me, Ariel Vaughan: Instagram: @beyoutifulchick Instagram: @itstimetobeyoupodcast For more, visit: itstimetobeyou.com

    6 min
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It's Time To Be YOU is the podcast to help people pleasers take control and finally put themselves first. This podcast is for overwhelmed and unfulfilled people pleasers that are ready to live an authentic life on their terms. It's Time To Be YOU is hosted by Ariel Vaughan, a recovering people pleaser and Certified Life Coach. This podcast will help you leave your people pleasing tendencies behind, build your confidence and shift your mindset so you can have more joy, happiness and embrace your true desires. It's time to stop living your life on someone else's terms. It's time to Be YOU!

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  • Creator
    Ariel Vaughan
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    106
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Ariel Vaughan
  • Show Website
    It's Time To Be YOU