Rise Before You're Ready

Dawn LeBlanc
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Rise Before You’re Ready is a podcast for women in the second act of life who are done sitting on the sidelines of their own story. Around here, we believe in finding strength through the struggle, purpose in the mess, and freedom through action—even when it’s scary and imperfect. Each week, I share honest stories, real conversations, and simple reflections to help you rise in your voice, your confidence, and your life… all before you feel ready. If you’ve ever wondered, “Is it too late for me?” this space is your reminder that your next chapter isn’t waiting for clarity. It’s waiting for you.

  1. May 13

    You fell off. Now what?

    Falling off doesn’t mean you failed. It means you’re human. In the final episode of this 4 part series, we’re talking about the part of growth nobody really prepares you for — the moment when you realize you’ve drifted from the habits, routines, and promises you made to yourself. Maybe life got heavy. Maybe you got overwhelmed. Maybe you stopped showing up for yourself the way you wanted to. And instead of simply getting back on track, you turned it into proof that you can’t change. This episode is about changing that pattern. We’re talking about: why falling off is not the same as failingthe damage caused by all-or-nothing thinkinghow to stop restarting from day one every time life happensthe importance of having a Plan Bwhy returning is more powerful than starting overhow to rebuild self-trust through small promisespractical steps to take when you feel off trackThe goal isn’t to become a woman who never falls off. The goal is to become a woman who knows how to come back without abandoning herself.

    30 min

  2. May 6

    Stop Starting Over - Setbacks Aren't Failure

    How many times have you told yourself: “I’ll start over Monday”? This episode is about the cycle so many women stay trapped in:Start. Stop. Restart. Repeat. And the truth is… starting over can feel productive while actually keeping you stuck. In part 3 of this 4 part series, we talk about: Why constantly restarting destroys self-trustThe difference between falling off and quittingWhy women often treat one bad day like total failureThe hidden comfort in “fresh starts”How to stop making setbacks mean something about youPractical ways to bounce back faster instead of restarting completelyWe also dive into: The all-or-nothing mindsetWhy perfectionism fuels inconsistencyHow to build a “bounce back” plan for real lifeThe mountain analogy that changes how you look at progressBecause changing your life isn’t about never falling off. It’s about becoming someone who always comes back. Follow Rise Collective on Facebook and @dawnleblanc_risecollective on Instagram Everything in one place, including some free gifts: linktr.ee/rise_collective

    12 min

  3. Apr 29

    You Keep Breaking Promises to Yourself - Here's Why

    If you’ve ever said “I’ll start Monday”… and didn’t…If you’ve ever put yourself last without even thinking about it…If you’ve ever felt like you just can’t stay consistent no matter how hard you try… This episode is for you. Because the truth is—this isn’t about motivation. It’s about trust. In this episode, we go deeper than surface-level habits and talk about what’s actually happening when you keep breaking promises to yourself—and why it’s so common, especially for women who have spent years putting everyone else first. In part 2 of this 4 part series, we talk about: How self-trust is broken (and why it’s not what you think)The hidden pattern of self-abandonmentWhy wives and mothers often put themselves last—automaticallyHow “life gets busy” becomes a cycle that keeps you stuckThe difference between being selfish and finally including yourselfPractical ways to start rebuilding trust with yourself—without starting overThis episode isn’t about doing more. It’s about becoming someone who finally does what she says she’s going to do. One small promise at a time. Because the goal isn’t perfection. It’s self-trust.

    15 min

  4. Apr 22

    Motivation Is a Lie (And It's Keeping You Stuck)

    If you keep starting over… this episode is for you. We’ve been taught to rely on motivation to change our lives—to wait until we feel ready, energized, inspired enough to finally follow through. But motivation is a feeling. And feelings change. That’s why so many women feel stuck in the same cycle:Starting strong → falling off → starting again. It’s not because you’re lazy.It’s not because you don’t want it bad enough. It’s because you’re relying on something that was never meant to carry you. In part 1 of this 4 part series, we’re breaking down what actually creates change— and how to build it in a way that lasts. Why motivation is unreliable (and why it keeps you stuck)The real reason you struggle with consistencyHow breaking your own word destroys self-trustWhy discipline isn’t punishment—it’s self-respectThe cycle of “starting over” and how to finally break itKeep small promises to yourselfStop trying to change everything overnight. Start small and rebuild trust through follow-through.Remove the negotiationDecide once. Stop debating with yourself every day based on how you feel.Lower the bar to build consistencyConsistency beats intensity. Do less—but do it regularly.Show up especially when you don’t feel like itDiscipline is built on the hard days, not the easy ones.Shift your identityBecome someone who follows through—not perfectly, but consistently.Motivation will get you started sometimes…but discipline is what carries you through. And if you’re tired of starting over… It’s time to stop waiting to feel like it—and start becoming someone who follows through. You don’t need more motivation. You need a decision. And then you need to follow through. Don’t wait until you feel ready. Rise before you’re ready.

    14 min

  5. Apr 15

    Who are you when they don't need you anymore? (The Season No One Prepares You For)

    There’s a season of life that no one really prepares women for. It’s not loud. It’s not dramatic. It’s subtle. Your kids start needing you less. The house gets quieter. Your role begins to shift. And instead of feeling free… you feel a little lost. In this episode, we’re talking about the in-between season — the one where life is changing, but you’re not quite sure who you are inside of it yet. Because this isn’t just about your kids growing up. It’s about identity. It’s about purpose. It’s about learning how to exist in a life that no longer needs you the same way. We get into: Why this season can feel so uncomfortable (even when nothing is wrong)The identity shift that happens when you’re no longer needed in the same wayThe quiet grief that comes with outgrowing a version of your lifeHow this transition can impact your relationshipWhy feeling “lost” isn’t actually what’s happeningHow to start reconnecting with yourself — without pressureThis episode is for the woman who: Feels a little off… but can’t explain whyHas more time… but doesn’t know what to do with itIs proud of her kids… but still feels like she’s losing somethingIs stepping into a new chapter… and doesn’t quite recognize it yetYou’re not lost. You’re in between versions of yourself. And this season? It’s not empty. It’s where something new begins. And as always… Don’t wait until you feel ready. Rise before you’re ready. 💛

    13 min

  6. Apr 8

    Stop Trying to Fix Yourself in an Environment That Keeps Breaking You

    What if nothing is wrong with you? What if the anxiety, the exhaustion, the disconnection… isn’t who you are—but what you’ve been living in? In this episode, I share a deeply personal experience of what it felt like to believe my body was failing me—only to realize I was in an environment that was slowly breaking me down. From hospital visits and constant anxiety to losing joy, energy, and a sense of self… I thought I needed to fix myself. But the truth was harder—and more freeing than that. I didn’t need to fix myself. I needed to look at where I was. I needed to analyze my environment. This episode will challenge you to stop blaming yourself and start paying attention to what your body, your energy, and your identity are trying to tell you. In this episode, we talk about: How your environment can impact your physical health and nervous systemThe difference between burnout and emotional depletionWhy women are conditioned to blame themselves firstHow unsafe environments distort your sense of self Why you can’t heal in the same environment that’s hurting youKey Takeaway: You are not a broken version of yourself. You may just be trying to survive in a place that was never meant to support you. Reflection Questions: Is it me… or is it where I am?How does my body actually feel in my current environment?Where does my energy feel drained the most?Who have I become in this space?What am I blaming on myself that might actually be a response or reaction to my environment?Closing Reminder: You don’t force a flower to grow. You change the environment… and it blooms. And as always…Don’t wait until you feel ready. Rise before you’re ready. 💛

    15 min

  7. Apr 1

    Your Relationship is Costing You More Than You Think

    Your relationship doesn’t just affect your love life… It affects your energy.Your confidence.Your clarity.Your ability to show up in every area of your life. In this episode, we’re going deeper into something many women feel—but don’t always name: 👉 The emotional cost of being in a draining relationship👉 How your nervous system is trying to tell you the truth👉 Why the wrong relationship creates confusion, exhaustion, and self-doubt👉 What the right relationship actually feels like (and why it might feel unfamiliar at first)👉 And how to start taking your power back—without blowing up your life overnight This isn’t about judgment.This isn’t about telling you what to do. It’s about awareness. Because the moment you stop abandoning yourself…everything starts to become clearer. Your relationship impacts far more than just your romantic lifeYour body often knows something is off before your mind admits itWalking on eggshells is not normal—it’s survival modeThe right relationship feels calm, steady, and supportiveYou don’t have to leave—but you do have to come back to yourselfDon’t wait until you feel ready.Rise before you’re ready. 💛

    14 min

  8. Mar 25

    If It Feels Heavy, It Might Not Be Meant To Come With You

    There comes a moment in life when things start to feel… heavy. Not because you’re not strong enough.Not because you’re not trying hard enough.But because you’re holding onto something that no longer belongs in the next chapter of your life. In this episode, we’re diving into the truth that most people avoid: You cannot carry everyone through every door. We explore: Why attachment keeps us holding onto what feels familiar (even when it’s not healthy)How history and “time invested” can trap us in misaligned situationsThe fear that keeps us stuck — and how to move through itHow to recognize when you’ve outgrown a person, place, or version of yourselfWhy letting go isn’t loss — it’s alignmentThis episode is for the woman who feels the shift…who knows something isn’t right anymore…but is scared to let go. Because sometimes the life you’ve been praying for…is waiting on the other side of what you’re afraid to release. ✨ Key Takeaway:You don’t lose what’s aligned with you.You outgrow what isn’t. 💛 If this episode resonated, share it with someone who might need it. And as always…Don’t wait until you feel ready. Rise before you’re ready.

    20 min
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Rise Before You’re Ready is a podcast for women in the second act of life who are done sitting on the sidelines of their own story. Around here, we believe in finding strength through the struggle, purpose in the mess, and freedom through action—even when it’s scary and imperfect. Each week, I share honest stories, real conversations, and simple reflections to help you rise in your voice, your confidence, and your life… all before you feel ready. If you’ve ever wondered, “Is it too late for me?” this space is your reminder that your next chapter isn’t waiting for clarity. It’s waiting for you.

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  • Creator
    Dawn LeBlanc
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Dawn LeBlanc
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