Mpowered Living with Ann Sheu

Ann Sheu
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Welcome to Mpowered Living, the podcast that empowers high-achievers to lead a more fulfilling, purpose-driven life in both family and business. Each week, our expert guests, thought-provoking conversations, and actionable insights will equip you with the tools and knowledge you need to take charge of your life and create the future you’ve always dreamed of. Here’s to living empowered, intentional lives.

  1. 9h ago

    Episode 77 | The One Conversation Every Marriage Needs with Sunny Sheu

    Every marriage has disagreements. The real difference is whether couples keep choosing each other through them. In this special episode of Mpowered Living, Ann sits down with her husband, Sunny Sheu, for an honest conversation about the principles that have helped them build a strong marriage and raise a family all while working together as business partners for more than two decades. They share the conversations and habits that have strengthened their relationship through both ordinary seasons and the more difficult ones. In this episode, they discuss: Why successful marriages learn how how to navigate conflict without building resentmentHow shared values, weekly check-ins, and a clear "North Star" help couples stay aligned through life's busiest seasonsWhy supporting each other's individual growth actually strengthens the relationshipPractical ways to navigate hard conversations and recurring disagreementsThe mindset shifts that have shaped their marriage, parenting, and definition of success over the last twenty yearsWhether you're newly married or decades into your relationship, this episode offers an honest look at what it takes to build a marriage that continues to grow over time. Connect with Sunny Sheu Website: https://www.mpoweredjourney.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunnysheu/

    Episode 77 | The One Conversation Every Marriage Needs with Sunny Sheu

  2. 6d ago

    Episode 76 | The Lie About Talent That Keeps People Stuck with Danny Southwick

    Many of us grow up believing that success comes down to talent—that some people are naturally gifted while others simply aren't. But what if that belief is the very thing keeping us from reaching our potential? In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with behavioral scientist, researcher, and former professional athlete Danny Southwick to unpack what decades of research actually say about talent and long-term performance. Together, they explore why growth is driven less by innate ability than by deliberate practice and how we respond to setbacks. In this episode, they discuss: Why the belief that talent is fixed can quietly limit your growth, and what research says actually predicts long-term successHow confidence, motivation, and resilience are built through action, not innate abilityPractical ways to foster a growth mindset in yourself, your children, and your teamHow to distinguish between healthy perseverance and holding on to the wrong goalWhy asking better questions can transform the way you growWhether you're leading a team, raising children, or simply trying to grow into your own potential, this episode offers a practical, research-backed framework for challenging limiting beliefs and building a mindset that supports lifelong growth. Connect with Danny Southwick Website: https://dannysouthwick.com/about/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danny-southwick-593271a4/

    Episode 76 | The Lie About Talent That Keeps People Stuck with Danny Southwick

  3. Jul 9

    Episode 75 | How to Stay Clear and Focused Under Pressure with Boo Boucousis

    In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with former fighter pilot, entrepreneur, and Afterburner founder Christian "Boo" Boucousis to explore what leaders can learn from the mindset and decision-making practices of elite fighter pilots. Drawing from his experience in the cockpit and in business, Boo shares why so many people stay stuck in reactive patterns, how perfectionism quietly undermines progress, and why sustainable growth comes from focusing on the next actionable step instead of trying to control everything. In this episode, they discuss: Why intention without action creates frustrationThe difference between goals and destinationsHow fighter pilots train themselves to make better decisions under pressureWhy perfectionism leads to overwhelm—and what to pursue insteadThe Plan, Brief, Execute, Debrief framework for continuous improvementHow leaders can reduce distractions and focus on what matters mostPractical ways to apply these principles at work, at home, and in everyday lifeWhether you're leading a business, a team, or your family, this episode offers practical tools to help you move from reaction to intentional action. Connect with Christian Boucousis Website: https://www.afterburner.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-boo-boucousis/ AI Agent: https://ai.afterburner.com

    Episode 75 | How to Stay Clear and Focused Under Pressure with Boo Boucousis

  4. Jul 2

    Episode 74 | What If Your Inner Critic Isn’t Telling the Truth? with Teresa Sande

    In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with executive coach, leadership expert, and Find Your Fierce author Teresa Sande to unpack one of the most common—but least talked about—challenges facing high achievers: imposter syndrome. Together, they explore why self-doubt often appears after our greatest accomplishments, how perfectionism and overworking can quietly reinforce it, and what practical steps we can take to challenge the stories we tell ourselves. In this episode, they discuss: Why imposter syndrome often shows up after successThe difference between healthy growth discomfort and imposter syndromeHow perfectionism and external validation keep self-doubt aliveTeresa's simple but powerful question: "What if that's not true?"Practical ways to interrupt negative thought patternsHow leaders can create environments where people feel safe to growWhy confidence is built through awareness, reflection, and consistent practiceWhether you're leading a team, growing your career, or simply trying to quiet your inner critic, this episode offers practical tools to help you build greater self-trust. Connect with Teresa Sande Website: https://www.teresasande.com/ Media Kit: Teresa Sande MMS Offerings: Mirror Mirror Strategies and Offerings Book: Find Your Fierce Book Discount Code for our listeners: MPJ2026

    Episode 74 | What If Your Inner Critic Isn’t Telling the Truth? with Teresa Sande

  5. Jun 25

    Episode 73 | Why Your Feelings Shouldn't Make Your Decisions with Dr. Carrie Johansson

    In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu welcomes back psychologist Dr. Carrie Johansson to explore a topic that affects all of us: our relationship with emotions. Dr. Carrie explains why emotions are valuable sources of information, but why they aren't meant to dictate our actions. She shares practical strategies for recognizing when we're processing emotions versus simply marinating in them, and how shifting into a more thoughtful, action-oriented mindset can improve many parts of our lives – relationships, leadership, parenting, and overall well-being. In this episode, they discuss: The difference between emotional processing and ruminationHow emotions show up in the body and what they're trying to tell usWhy labeling emotions can reduce their intensityThe "Three A's of Mental Fitness": Accept, Assess, and ActHow to move from emotional reactivity to intentional actionPractical ways to help children build emotional awareness and resilienceWhy asking "What's my next best move?" can be a powerful tool during difficult momentsThis conversation is especially valuable for parents, leaders, and anyone who wants to respond to life's challenges with greater clarity, resilience, and intention. Connect with Dr. Carrie Johansson The Sensible Psychologist: https://thesensiblepsychologist.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thesensiblepsychologist/

    Episode 73 | Why Your Feelings Shouldn't Make Your Decisions with Dr. Carrie Johansson

  6. Jun 20

    Episode 72 | From Success to Significance: What Growth Really Requires with Adam Roach

    In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with entrepreneur, coach, and I Love Coaching founder Adam Roach to explore a question many high achievers eventually face: What happens when success is no longer enough? Drawing from his own journey through professional sports, business ownership, entrepreneurship, and personal loss, Adam shares how he learned to distinguish between pursuing success and pursuing significance. In this episode, they discuss:Why successful people often feel stuck despite achieving their goalsThe signs you've outgrown a season of lifeHow to know when it's time to make a changeWhy isolation keeps people trapped in fear and self-doubtThe value of building a personal board of advisorsHow identity shapes the decisions we makeThe difference between chasing success and creating significanceWhat it means to build a legacy that extends beyond achievementThis conversation is especially valuable for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone navigating a season of growth or reinvention. Connect with Adam Roach Website: https://ilovecoachingco.com/people/adam-roach The VIRTUAL Scalable Offer Intensive: https://ilovecoachingco.com/virtualcoachintensive LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamrroach/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adamrroach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamrroach/

    Episode 72 | From Success to Significance: What Growth Really Requires with Adam Roach

  7. Jun 4

    Episode 71 | How Leaders Accidentally Limit Their Own Growth with Mark Fenner

    In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with Scaling Up Coach Mark Fenner to explore one of the biggest challenges entrepreneurs face: growth. After working with leadership teams and middle-market companies for years, Mark has observed a common pattern—many leaders don't get stuck because they're incapable. They get stuck because the habits that helped them build success eventually become the habits that limit it. From niching down to delegating effectively, Mark shares practical strategies for helping leaders move beyond bottlenecks, empower their teams, and create organizations that can grow without depending on them for every decision. In this episode, they discuss: Why failure to niche is one of the biggest growth constraints for entrepreneursThe hidden cost of trying to serve everyoneHow leaders unintentionally become the bottleneck in their businessThe difference between delegation and abdicationWhy great leadership requires shifting from doing the work to coaching othersHow accountability and clarity create stronger teamsLessons from building intentional family culture and raising confident childrenWhy growth starts with becoming more valuable to the people you serveThis conversation is especially valuable for entrepreneurs and leaders who feel stuck at a plateau or are ready to build something that creates greater impact. Connect with Mark Fenner Personal Website: https://www.MarkFenner.com Company Website: https://www.RISEPerformanceGroup.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markfenner/ Scaling Up FB: https://www.facebook.com/scalingupdfw

    Episode 71 | How Leaders Accidentally Limit Their Own Growth with Mark Fenner

  8. May 23

    Episode 70 | Escaping the Drama Triangle: From Reaction to Choice with Donna Zajonc

    In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with leadership expert and co-creator of The Empowerment Dynamic, Donna Zajonc, to explore why so many of us get stuck in reactive patterns — especially in our closest relationships. Donna breaks down the Drama Triangle framework, which explains the three common reactive roles people unconsciously fall into when triggered: victim, persecutor, and rescuer. She also shares how to shift into more intentional and empowered ways of relating through the creator, challenger, and coach roles. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why reactive patterns form and how they show up in everyday lifeHow the inner critic fuels judgment, control, and people-pleasingWhy we tend to react most strongly with the people closest to usPractical ways to calm your nervous system and create more emotional awarenessHow to move from blame and reactivity into choice and connectionSimple reflective questions that help shift difficult conversations and relationshipsThis conversation is a powerful reminder that awareness creates choice, and that healthier relationships begin by understanding our own patterns first.Connect with Donna Zajonc Website: https://www.powerofted.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-zajonc-mcc-612455/

    Episode 70 | Escaping the Drama Triangle: From Reaction to Choice with Donna Zajonc
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Welcome to Mpowered Living, the podcast that empowers high-achievers to lead a more fulfilling, purpose-driven life in both family and business. Each week, our expert guests, thought-provoking conversations, and actionable insights will equip you with the tools and knowledge you need to take charge of your life and create the future you’ve always dreamed of. Here’s to living empowered, intentional lives.

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