Julie Marvel, What’s Your Story?

Julie Marvel
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Conversations with women, and the stories that connect us. What’s Your Story? with Julie Marvel features honest and heartfelt conversations with women about the experiences that changed them, including loss, reinvention, relationships, courage and the unexpected turns that shaped who they became. Through thoughtful interviews and personal reflections, Julie helps listeners recognize pieces of their own lives in each woman’s story so they feel seen, less alone and more hopeful about what comes next. juliemarvel.substack.com

  1. Sep 1

    Is Substack right for you? Let’s talk live today

    This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit juliemarvel.substack.com/subscribe

    Is Substack right for you? Let’s talk live today

  2. Aug 28

    Live with Julie Marvel & Melanie Benson ~ Let's Talk About Collaborations!

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    Live with Julie Marvel & Melanie Benson ~ Let's Talk About Collaborations!

  3. Aug 20

    Why You’re Stuck

    Why You’re Stuck, and Why It Has Nothing to Do With Motivation Do you know something needs to change, but you cannot seem to make yourself take the first step? You may have blamed a lack of motivation, confidence, or discipline. But what if the real problem is that somewhere along the way, you stopped trusting yourself? In this episode, Julie explores why capable women can feel frozen at the edge of something new. Through the story of a woman sitting in her car outside a gathering she wants to attend, Julie explains how our brains can interpret uncertainty as danger—even when the unfamiliar thing in front of us could lead to friendship, joy, purpose, or an entirely new chapter. You will learn why confidence usually comes after action, how small promises rebuild self-trust, and why courage is so much easier when another woman is willing to walk through the door with you. In This Episode Why feeling stuck is not necessarily a motivation problem How years of caring for everyone else can weaken trust in your own voice Why the familiar can feel safe even when it no longer fits your life The difference between your brain protecting you and predicting your future Why confident women are rarely as fearless as they appear A simple three-step practice for taking action before you feel completely ready How connection helps women become braver together Try This This Week Ask yourself: What door am I sitting outside of—and what would it look like to open it for just ten minutes? Choose one small action you can take within the next twenty-four hours. Send the message. Make the appointment. Attend the event. Spend fifteen minutes exploring the idea. Then tell one supportive woman what you plan to do—or invite her to walk through the door with you. Go Deeper with Julie If you are ready to stop overthinking, rebuild trust in yourself, and create real momentum, become a paid subscriber to Julie Marvel on Substack. Paid subscribers receive access to: The complete 90-Day Success Workshop Julie’s six-part audio coaching series Practical guidance and encouragement to help you move forward with greater clarity, courage, and consistency Upgrade here: Julie Marvel on Substack Share This Episode If this episode made you think of a woman who may be sitting in her own emotional parking lot, send it to her with a simple note: “I’ll walk in with you.” Sometimes a new life begins with one woman making room and another woman choosing to sit down. Episode Quote “You do not need the whole map—only one honest desire, one small step, and perhaps one woman who will remind you that you do not have to take it alone.” This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit juliemarvel.substack.com/subscribe

    Why You’re Stuck

  4. Jul 29

    Live with Julie Marvel & Riana Malia

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    Live with Julie Marvel & Riana Malia

  5. Jul 27

    Who Am I Now?

    Who Am I Now? If you've been wondering who you are after the kids leave home, your career changes, or life simply doesn't look the way it used to, this conversation is for you. Today we're talking about why so many women feel lost in midlife and how this season might actually be an invitation to create a life that fits the woman you are today. In this episode, I share why it's completely normal to question your identity during times of transition, why I don't believe you've lost yourself, and a few simple ways to begin reconnecting with the woman you've always been beneath all the responsibilities you've carried for everyone else. If this conversation resonates with you, I'd love to invite you to become a paid subscriber and join me for my exclusive six-part audio coaching series, Create the Life You Love. In this private series, we'll dive even deeper into topics like: • Why you feel stuck and how to move forward • Stop Waiting for Permission • Quiet the Voice That Holds You Back • Rediscover Who You Are • Build the Life You Actually Want • Your Next Chapter Starts Today Each episode is designed to help you build confidence, change the way you think about yourself, and take practical steps toward creating a life you truly love. Become a paid subscriber here:https://juliemarvel.substack.com/foundingmember Thank you for listening. If this episode encouraged you, I'd love for you to share it with a friend who may need to hear it today. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit juliemarvel.substack.com/subscribe

    Who Am I Now?

  6. Jul 21

    Becoming Mentally Strong Starts With Your Thoughts

    Have you ever noticed that two people can go through similar challenges and come away with completely different perspectives? In this episode, Julie explores why that happens and how becoming mentally strong begins with the thoughts we practice every day. Drawing from her own journey and what she's been learning about the Reticular Activating System (RAS), she explains how our brains filter the world through the beliefs we hold about ourselves—and why changing those beliefs can change our future. If you've ever caught yourself thinking, "It's too late for me," "I'm not confident," or "Nothing ever works out," this episode will help you recognize those patterns and replace them with thoughts that support the life you want to create. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why negative thinking becomes a habit without us even realizing it. • How the Reticular Activating System (RAS) influences what you notice and believe. • The connection between your thoughts, your identity, and your actions. • Why mentally strong women don't eliminate negative thoughts—they learn how to challenge them. • A simple exercise to help you interrupt destructive thinking and begin building a healthier mindset. This Week's Challenge Pay attention to three negative thoughts that come up throughout your day. Write each one down and ask yourself: "Is this actually true, or is it a story I've been telling myself?" Then replace it with a thought that is both truthful and empowering. Small shifts in your thinking create lasting changes in the person you're becoming. If this episode encouraged you, I'd love to hear from you. Join the conversation on Substack and share one thought you're choosing to replace this week. We become mentally stronger together, one decision and one thought at a time. https://substack.com/@juliemarvel This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit juliemarvel.substack.com/subscribe

    Becoming Mentally Strong Starts With Your Thoughts

  7. Jul 16

    Live Interview with Julie Marvel & Ann Marie Halstead

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    Live Interview with Julie Marvel & Ann Marie Halstead

  8. Jul 13

    The Friendship We All Need

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    The Friendship We All Need
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Conversations with women, and the stories that connect us. What’s Your Story? with Julie Marvel features honest and heartfelt conversations with women about the experiences that changed them, including loss, reinvention, relationships, courage and the unexpected turns that shaped who they became. Through thoughtful interviews and personal reflections, Julie helps listeners recognize pieces of their own lives in each woman’s story so they feel seen, less alone and more hopeful about what comes next. juliemarvel.substack.com

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