Allow Yourself Podcast

Beatriz Bron

Welcome to Allow Yourself a podcast dedicated to helping you create a life of peace, happiness, and emotional strength, no matter what’s going on around you. Through thoughtful conversations and simple techniques, this podcast helps you reconnect with yourself, manage stress, and lead with calm confidence. You’ll learn how to shift your mindset, guide your emotions, and stay grounded—even in challenging situations. Every episode offers practical tools and empowering insights to help you lighten your emotional load and move through life with greater clarity, resilience, and purpose. Whether you're a remote worker, entrepreneur, or someone seeking more balance and inner peace, this podcast is your space to breathe, reflect, and allow yourself to live more fully and freely.

  1. 1d ago

    Stop Living by "Should": Molly McKinley on Purpose, Entrepreneurship & Following Your Heart

    What if the life you're meant to live is waiting on the other side of one word... "Should." "I should take the safe job." "I should follow the expected path." "I should do what everyone else thinks is right." But what if the life that's truly meant for you begins when you stop living by should and start listening to what genuinely calls you? In this episode of the Allow Yourself Podcast, Beatriz "Batya" Bron welcomes Founder of Redtail Creative, Director of Meredith College Center for Entrepreneurship & Impact and Author of The Intentional Business Molly McKinley into an inspiring conversation about purpose, entrepreneurship, resilience, and having the courage to follow your heart. When asked what Allow Yourself means to her, Molly's answer is simple yet profound: allow yourself to daydream. She reflects on how often we make decisions based on expectations instead of purpose, encouraging us to pursue the work that truly matters to us—not because it's easy, but because it's meaningful enough to carry us through life's inevitable challenges. Rather than chasing someone else's definition of success, Molly shares why lasting fulfillment comes from staying connected to the problem you're passionate about solving. The path may evolve, the solution may change, but purpose remains the anchor. This conversation isn't about finding the perfect career. It's about allowing yourself to follow what you're uniquely called to do. Together, they explore: Why "should" is often the biggest obstacle to purpose The importance of allowing yourself to dream beyond expectations Following your passion instead of someone else's definition of success Building resilience by staying connected to the problem you want to solve Allowing yourself to grow, pivot, and stay true to your purpose Perhaps your next step isn't about asking what you should do. Perhaps it's about asking what you've wanted to do all along. Connect with Molly McKinley: Website: https://www.redtailcreative.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/molly-mckinley-456760/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/redtail-creative/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MollyMcKinley/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollymckinley2/?hl=en Follow Beatriz "Batya" Bron for more conversations that invite awareness, presence, and authentic transformation: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beatrizbronofficial/?hl=en | https://www.instagram.com/allowyourselfpodcastofficial/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/batyabron/ | https://www.facebook.com/allowyourselfpodcastofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatriz-bron/ Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/user-d5j28jCzpuob Find Beatriz's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Flip-Over-Empowering-Beatriz-Bron/dp/B0DTYLKND2 Hosted by Beatriz "Batya" Bron, Author and Founder of Flip It Over #AllowYourselfPodcast #MollyMcKinley #BeatrizBron #BatyaBron #Purpose #Entrepreneurship #FollowYourHeart #PurposeDriven #Resilience #WomenInBusiness #PersonalGrowth #AllowYourself

    46 min
  2. 2d ago

    How Your Greatest Pain Can Become Your Greatest Purpose: Jenna Summers on Faith, Healing & Resilience

    What if healing does not begin by holding on... But by learning to let go? Pain has a way of changing us. Sometimes it leaves us questioning our future, our faith or whether life will ever feel whole again. But what if our deepest wounds don't have to become the end of our story? In this episode of the Allow Yourself Podcast, Beatriz "Batya" Bron welcomes author, speaker, missionary and international flight attendant Jenna Summers into a deeply inspiring conversation about faith, resilience, healing and discovering purpose through life's most difficult moments. When asked what Allow Yourself means to her, Jenna's answer is immediate: allow yourself to heal, recover, let go of the pain and give yourself permission to move forward. Drawing from her remarkable journey, including surviving a violent attack while pregnant and years of humanitarian work in Africa... she shares how faith gave her the strength not only to survive but to transform unimaginable pain into a life of service, hope and purpose. This conversation is not about pretending the pain never happened. It's about allowing yourself to release what no longer serves you and trusting that healing can open the door to a greater purpose. Together, they explore: Why healing begins when we allow ourselves to feel and let go How faith provides strength through life's darkest moments Turning pain into purpose without letting pain define your future The power of resilience, forgiveness and hope Allowing yourself to move forward with courage and compassion Perhaps the hardest part is not surviving what happened to you. Perhaps it's believing that healing is still possible... and that your story can become a source of hope for someone else. Connect with Jenna Summers: Website: https://www.jennasummersus.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenna-summers-61946813b/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenna.hunt.summers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/huntsummers/ TikTok: @JennaSummers Follow Beatriz "Batya" Bron for more conversations that invite awareness, presence, and authentic transformation: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beatrizbronofficial/?hl=en | https://www.instagram.com/allowyourselfpodcastofficial/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/batyabron/ | https://www.facebook.com/allowyourselfpodcastofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatriz-bron/ Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/user-d5j28jCzpuob Find Beatriz's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Flip-Over-Empowering-Beatriz-Bron/dp/B0DTYLKND2 Hosted by Beatriz "Batya" Bron, Author and Founder of Flip It Over #AllowYourselfPodcast #JennaSummers #BeatrizBron #BatyaBron #Faith #Healing #Resilience #Purpose #Hope #PersonalGrowth #TurnPainIntoPurpose #AllowYourself

    44 min
  3. 3d ago

    Why Fear Is Not the Enemy: Becky Farrar on Self-Trust, Identity & Overcoming Self-Doubt

    Why Fear Is Not the Enemy: Becky Farrar on Self-Trust, Identity & Overcoming Self-Doubt What if fear is not trying to stop you? What if it's trying to protect you? Most of us have been taught to fight fear, silence self-doubt or wait until we feel confident before taking the next step. But what if those feelings are not signs that you're on the wrong path? What if they're signals that you're growing? In this episode of the Allow Yourself Podcast, Beatriz "Batya" Bron welcomes Identity and Self-leadership Speaker and the Creator of The FEAR Theory™ Becky Farrar into a powerful conversation about identity, self-trust and learning to understand fear from a completely different perspective. When asked what Allow Yourself means to her, Becky's answer is simple: give yourself permission to follow what feels deeply aligned, even when the voice of fear gets louder. Rather than seeing fear as the enemy, she introduces the idea of the "voice of protection"—the part of us that's trying to keep us safe. The invitation is not to silence that voice, but to acknowledge it while choosing to trust the quieter voice of intuition, inner wisdom and self-leadership. This conversation is not about becoming fearless. It's about allowing yourself to move forward with fear, guided by self-trust instead of self-doubt. Together, they explore: Why fear is often a voice of protection, not a sign to stop The difference between fear and intuition How identity shifts naturally bring uncertainty and self-doubt Building self-trust by listening to your inner wisdom Allowing yourself to grow, even when the next step feels uncomfortable Perhaps fear is not standing in your way. Perhaps it's simply waiting for you to thank it for trying to protect you... and then choose your own path anyway. Connect with Becky Farrar: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/becky-farrar-a212b03ba/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becky.farrar.79 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckyfarrar_speaker/?hl=en Follow Beatriz "Batya" Bron for more conversations that invite awareness, presence, and authentic transformation: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beatrizbronofficial/?hl=en | https://www.instagram.com/allowyourselfpodcastofficial/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/batyabron/ | https://www.facebook.com/allowyourselfpodcastofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatriz-bron/ Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/user-d5j28jCzpuob Find Beatriz's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Flip-Over-Empowering-Beatriz-Bron/dp/B0DTYLKND2 Hosted by Beatriz "Batya" Bron, Author and Founder of Flip It Over #AllowYourselfPodcast #BeckyFarrar #BeatrizBron #BatyaBron #SelfTrust #FearTheory #Identity #PersonalGrowth #SelfLeadership #OvercomingSelfDoubt #InnerWisdom #AllowYourself

    55 min
  4. 4d ago

    95% of Your Decisions Happen Without You Knowing: Neale Martin on Neuroscience, Human Behavior & Lasting Change

    What if most of the decisions shaping your life are not actually conscious? We like to believe we're in control, that we carefully think through every choice we make. But neuroscience tells a different story. Much of our behavior is driven by habits, emotions and unconscious patterns long before our rational mind catches up. So, how do we create lasting change? In this episode of the Allow Yourself Podcast, Beatriz "Batya" Bron welcomes Neale Martin—Author of Habit: The 95% of Behavior Marketers Ignore, Founder of Sublime Behavior Marketing, and Creator of the Martin Customer Behavior Model and the DIRT+M Framewok, into a fascinating conversation about neuroscience, human behavior and why understanding how our brains really work can transform the way we live, lead and grow. Drawing from decades of research in behavioral science, Neale explains why up to 95% of our decisions happen unconsciously, why emotion plays a far greater role than logic and how meaningful change begins by bringing unconscious patterns into awareness. He also reflects on what "Allow Yourself" means to him: giving yourself permission to follow what drives you internally rather than being controlled by external expectations. This conversation is not about trying harder. It's about allowing yourself to understand how you already think, feel and decide... so you can create change that lasts. Together, they explore: Why up to 95% of our decisions happen unconsciously The powerful connection between emotion, habits and human behavior Why awareness is the first step toward lasting change How neuroscience challenges what we think we know about decision-making Allowing yourself to live from internal purpose instead of external pressure Perhaps changing your life does not begin with making better decisions. Perhaps it begins with understanding the decisions you're already making without realizing it. Connect with Neale Martin: Website: https://www.nealemartin.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neale-martin-2bb1793/ Substack: https://nealemartin.substack.com/ Follow Beatriz "Batya" Bron for more conversations that invite awareness, presence, and authentic transformation: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beatrizbronofficial/?hl=en | https://www.instagram.com/allowyourselfpodcastofficial/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/batyabron/ | https://www.facebook.com/allowyourselfpodcastofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatriz-bron/ Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/user-d5j28jCzpuob Find Beatriz's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Flip-Over-Empowering-Beatriz-Bron/dp/B0DTYLKND2 Hosted by Beatriz "Batya" Bron, Author and Founder of Flip It Over #AllowYourselfPodcast #NealeMartin #BeatrizBron #BatyaBron #Neuroscience #HumanBehavior #BehaviorChange #Habits #DecisionMaking #SelfAwareness #PersonalGrowth #AllowYourself

    1 hr
  5. 5d ago

    Why Asking for Help Is a Sign of Strength: Pamela Wells on Depression, Healing & Hope

    How often do we tell ourselves, "I'm fine" ...even when we're struggling inside? Many of us learn to hide our pain, wear a brave face and convince ourselves that asking for help is a sign of weakness. We become so focused on appearing strong that we stop allowing ourselves to be honest about what we're really feeling. But what if true strength begins the moment we stop pretending? In this episode of the Allow Yourself Podcast, Beatriz "Batya" Bron welcomes Author, Depression Survivor and Mental Health Advocate Pamela Wells into a deeply moving conversation about depression, healing, hope and the courage to ask for help. Drawing from her own journey through clinical depression, multiple hospitalizations and recovery, Pamela shares why healing began when she allowed herself to be completely honest... with herself, with her therapist and with the people who wanted to help. She reminds us that acknowledging our feelings is not a weakness, it's the first step toward healing. This conversation is not about facing life's struggles alone. It's about allowing yourself to feel what you feel, accepting support when you need it and discovering that vulnerability can become one of your greatest strengths. Together, they explore: Why asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness The emotional cost of wearing a mask Allowing yourself to acknowledge difficult emotions Finding hope through honesty, support and connection Why no one should have to face depression alone Perhaps the strongest words you'll ever say are not, "I'm okay." Perhaps they're, "I need help." Connect with Pamela Wells: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579570154210 | https://www.facebook.com/ptwells Instagram: @pamandzuri TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pamfromcanada Follow Beatriz "Batya" Bron for more conversations that invite awareness, presence, and authentic transformation: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beatrizbronofficial/?hl=en | https://www.instagram.com/allowyourselfpodcastofficial/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/batyabron/ | https://www.facebook.com/allowyourselfpodcastofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatriz-bron/ Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/user-d5j28jCzpuob Find Beatriz's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Flip-Over-Empowering-Beatriz-Bron/dp/B0DTYLKND2 Hosted by Beatriz "Batya" Bron, Author and Founder of Flip It Over #AllowYourselfPodcast #PamelaWells #BeatrizBron #BatyaBron #DepressionAwareness #MentalHealth #Healing #Hope #AskForHelp #EmotionalWellness #YouAreNotAlone #AllowYourself

    45 min
  6. 6d ago

    Why Serving Others Might Be Your Greatest Purpose: Richard Quiñones on Faith, Leadership & Living with Purpose

    What if success is not measured by what you achieve... But by the lives you impact? In a world that often encourages us to pursue more, it's easy to believe that purpose is something we build for ourselves. But what if our greatest purpose has been about serving others all along? In this episode of the Allow Yourself Podcast, Beatriz "Batya" Bron welcomes Faith-Driven Technology Leader, Problem Solver and Servant Leader Richard Quiñones into a thoughtful conversation about faith, leadership, purpose and using our gifts to make a meaningful difference. Drawing from his journey in technology and entrepreneurship, Richard shares how his faith has shaped the way he leads, serves and approaches every opportunity. Rather than seeing technology as something that replaces human connection, he believes it can remove unnecessary burdens so people can invest more of their time and energy into what matters most... faith, family and serving others. This conversation is not about chasing success for its own sake. It's about allowing yourself to become a faithful steward of the gifts you've been given and using them to create a lasting impact. Together, they explore: Why purpose is discovered through serving others How faith influences leadership and everyday decisions Using technology to create more time for what truly matters The connection between stewardship, responsibility and impact Allowing yourself to lead with purpose, humility and service Perhaps your purpose is not something you have to find. Perhaps it's something you choose to live, one act of service at a time. Connect with Richard Quiñones: LinkedIn: Richard Quiñones  Follow Beatriz "Batya" Bron for more conversations that invite awareness, presence, and authentic transformation: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beatrizbronofficial/?hl=en | https://www.instagram.com/allowyourselfpodcastofficial/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/batyabron/ | https://www.facebook.com/allowyourselfpodcastofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatriz-bron/ Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/user-d5j28jCzpuob Find Beatriz's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Flip-Over-Empowering-Beatriz-Bron/dp/B0DTYLKND2 Hosted by Beatriz "Batya" Bron, Author and Founder of Flip It Over #AllowYourselfPodcast #RichardQuiñones #BeatrizBron #BatyaBron #Faith #Leadership #Purpose #ServingOthers #Stewardship #Technology #PersonalGrowth #AllowYourself

    51 min
  7. Jul 5

    The Strongest Thing You Can Do Is Be Yourself: Darcie Burtch on Trauma, Boundaries & Authentic Healing

    What if the strongest thing you could do was not holding everything together... But allowing yourself to simply be yourself? So many of us wear what Darcie Burtch calls the "Superwoman cape." We say yes to everyone, carry more than we should and spend so much time caring for others that we forget to care for ourselves. But what happens when we finally give ourselves permission to put the cape down? In this episode of the Allow Yourself Podcast, Beatriz "Batya" Bron welcomes Host of The School of Hard Knocks Podcast, NLP Practitioner, Clinical Hypnosis Practitioner and Transformational Coach, Darcie Burtch into a deeply honest conversation about trauma, self-love, boundaries and the journey back to your authentic self. Drawing from her own experiences with lifelong trauma, caregiving and profound personal loss, Darcie shares why healing is not about pretending to be strong all the time. It's about learning to love yourself enough to create healthy boundaries, honor your own needs and stop hiding behind the roles you've been carrying for everyone else. This conversation is not about becoming someone new. It's about allowing yourself to be authentically you. Together, they explore: Why so many of us wear the "Superwoman cape" How self-love begins with healthy boundaries The lasting impact of trauma and caregiving Why authenticity requires choosing yourself without guilt Allowing yourself the freedom to live with greater honesty, healing and compassion Perhaps you've spent years proving how strong you are. Perhaps true strength begins the moment you allow yourself to put the cape down. Connect with Darcie Burtch: Website: https://darcieburtch.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darcie-burtch-464ab7152/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_darcie_burtch/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/darcie.burtch.14/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@darcieburtch1582 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@darciedburtch/live?lang=da Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3WKQDUihAvXHRxJeBLG1mF Follow Beatriz "Batya" Bron for more conversations that invite awareness, presence, and authentic transformation: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beatrizbronofficial/?hl=en | https://www.instagram.com/allowyourselfpodcastofficial/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/batyabron/ | https://www.facebook.com/allowyourselfpodcastofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatriz-bron/ Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/user-d5j28jCzpuob Find Beatriz's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Flip-Over-Empowering-Beatriz-Bron/dp/B0DTYLKND2 Hosted by Beatriz "Batya" Bron, Author and Founder of Flip It Over #AllowYourselfPodcast #DarcieBurtch #BeatrizBron #BatyaBron #Authenticity #SelfLove #Boundaries #TraumaHealing #CaregiverSupport #EmotionalHealing #PersonalGrowth #AllowYourself

    41 min
  8. Jul 4

    Could Changing Your Perspective Change Your Life?: Efrat Shani on Creativity, Healing & Self-Discovery

    What if the way you see the world is not the only way to see it? Sometimes, we become so familiar with our own perspective that we forget there's another way of looking at the very same moment, the very same story or even ourselves. But what happens when we allow ourselves to see differently? In this episode of the Allow Yourself Podcast, Beatriz "Batya" Bron welcomes Creative Mentor, Artist, Photo Therapist and International Facilitator, Efrat Shani into a deeply meaningful conversation about creativity, healing and the transformative power of perspective. Through photography, storytelling and deep self-reflection, Efrat shares how images can reveal what words often cannot. She explores what it means to truly see and be seen, and how shifting our perspective can open the door to greater awareness, connection and personal transformation. This conversation is not about finding the right answers. It's about allowing yourself to become curious enough to see what has been there all along, from a different point of view. Together, they explore: How changing your perspective can transform the way you experience life The connection between creativity, healing and self-discovery Why seeing and being seen are essential to authentic human connection How photography and storytelling can become tools for reflection and growth Allowing yourself to embrace new perspectives with curiosity and openness Perhaps nothing around you needs to change. Perhaps the first transformation begins with the way you choose to see. Connect with Efrat Shani: Website: https://www.efratshani.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/efrat-shani-a996579/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/efrat.shani.3 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/efratit/?hl=en Follow Beatriz "Batya" Bron for more conversations that invite awareness, presence, and authentic transformation: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beatrizbronofficial/?hl=en | https://www.instagram.com/allowyourselfpodcastofficial/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/batyabron/ | https://www.facebook.com/allowyourselfpodcastofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatriz-bron/ Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/user-d5j28jCzpuob Find Beatriz's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Flip-Over-Empowering-Beatriz-Bron/dp/B0DTYLKND2 Hosted by Beatriz "Batya" Bron, Author and Founder of Flip It Over #AllowYourselfPodcast #EfratShani #BeatrizBron #BatyaBron #Perspective #Creativity #Healing #SelfDiscovery #Photography #Storytelling #SelfAwareness #PersonalGrowth #AllowYourself

    50 min

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Welcome to Allow Yourself a podcast dedicated to helping you create a life of peace, happiness, and emotional strength, no matter what’s going on around you. Through thoughtful conversations and simple techniques, this podcast helps you reconnect with yourself, manage stress, and lead with calm confidence. You’ll learn how to shift your mindset, guide your emotions, and stay grounded—even in challenging situations. Every episode offers practical tools and empowering insights to help you lighten your emotional load and move through life with greater clarity, resilience, and purpose. Whether you're a remote worker, entrepreneur, or someone seeking more balance and inner peace, this podcast is your space to breathe, reflect, and allow yourself to live more fully and freely.