My Ultimate Self

Andrea Bohn
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My Ultimate Self is a podcast for women who are ready to grow in mind, body, and spirit. Hosted by Andrea Bohn, certified health coach and personal growth guide, this show is for the woman who knows there is more for her — more purpose, more joy, more energy, more faith, and more intentional living. Through encouraging conversations, practical wellness tips, faith-based personal growth, and real-life stories, Andrea helps women move from feeling flat, stuck, or unsure of their next chapter to becoming the healthiest, most fulfilled version of themselves. Each episode explores topics like healthy habits, mindset shifts, spiritual growth, midlife transformation, whole food nutrition, movement, community, relationships, and discovering the woman God designed you to become. Whether you are navigating midlife, empty nesting, retirement, health changes, or simply sensing that it’s time to invest in yourself again, this podcast will encourage you to take small, meaningful steps toward your ultimate self.

Episodes

  1. 3d ago

    Becoming the Woman God Designed You to Be

    What if this next season of life does not have to feel lonely, empty, or lived on autopilot, but could become the place where God grows something beautiful in you? In this episode, Andrea shares the heart behind the Ultimate Self Collective, a faith-centered community for women who want to grow in mind, body, and spirit. She explains why the Collective was created, who it is for, what happens inside, and how it helps women move from feeling flat, disconnected, or unsure of their next season into a place of purpose, growth, community, and becoming more fully the woman God designed them to be. This foundational episode is both an explanation and an invitation for empty nesters, retirees, caregivers, widows, and women who simply sense there is more for their next season. Andrea reminds listeners that personal growth is not about becoming someone else; it is about staying open to how God is still growing and shaping them in mind, body, and spirit. KEY TAKEAWAYS Many women enter new seasons of life after years of serving others and quietly wonder where they fit now.The Ultimate Self Collective was created to offer women support, encouragement, direction, and meaningful growth in mind, body, and spirit.Personal growth is not about becoming someone else; it is about becoming more fully the woman God designed you to be.Inside the Collective, members can participate through monthly growth themes, Zoom gatherings, mat Pilates, Bible study, resources, prompts, and community support.The goal is progress, connection, and intentional growth, not perfection or one more overwhelming thing on your calendar. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE The Ultimate Self Collective online community: https://myultimateself.com/collectiveMonthly Lunch and Learn growth sessionsWeekly online mat Pilates classes led by a physical therapistMonthly Bible study-style conversation and faith growth sessionMonthly newsletter, healthy cooking segment, reflection prompts, podcast support, and private membership portalMy Ultimate Self website: myultimateself.com TIMESTAMPS 01:28 - The life transitions that leave many women asking where they fit now 04:54 - Who the Ultimate Self Collective is for 07:37 - The need for reflection, growth, accountability, encouragement, and community 09:10 - What happens inside the Collective each month 13:33 - What makes the community different and why mind, body, and spirit belong together 18:35 - The invitation for women who feel flat, disconnected, restless, or ready for more NEXT STEP If you are ready to grow in mind, body, and spirit and become more fully the woman God designed you to be, visit myultimateself.com to learn more about the Ultimate Self Collective or send Andrea a message to begin the conversation.

  2. Jul 28

    Growing Confidence

    What if confidence is not something you wait to feel, but something God grows in you as you take the next brave step? In this episode of the My Ultimate Self Podcast, Andrea Bohn explores what confidence really is and why so many women struggle to feel fully equipped, capable, or sure of themselves. Through personal stories about public speaking, aging, faith, and stepping into uncomfortable opportunities, Andrea shares how confidence grows through action, life experience, and trust in God. This episode offers encouragement for the woman who feels nervous, inadequate, uncertain, or afraid to take the next step. You will hear why confidence is not the absence of fear, why action helps build self-belief, and how faith reminds us that we do not have to move forward alone. KEY TAKEAWAYS Confidence is not the absence of fear; it is the decision to move forward even when fear or nervousness is present.Action builds confidence because experience becomes a deposit into your confidence account.Aging can shift our priorities and help us become more comfortable in our own skin.Faith gives us a deeper source of confidence because God does not ask us to move forward alone.You do not have to feel fully ready before taking the next step; sometimes readiness grows through obedience and action. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Andrea's early experience with networking, public speaking, and feeling like an imposterThe myth that confidence means being fearless, knowing every answer, or being loud and boastfulThe role of aging, shifting priorities, and becoming more comfortable in your own skinMoses questioning his ability and God responding with His presence: "I will be with you"The Ultimate Self Collective and the belief that God continues developing us in every season: https://myultimateself.com/collective TIMESTAMPS 02:19 - Personal examples of insecurity, imposter syndrome, and public speaking fear 07:03 - What confidence is and the myths that keep us misunderstanding it 09:02 - How action builds confidence through experience 17:30 - How aging changes priorities and reshapes confidence 23:09 - Faith, God's presence, and taking the next step before you feel ready NEXT STEP Identify one area where you are waiting to feel more confident before you act. Pray about it, name one small brave step you can take, and trust that God can grow your confidence through the doing.

  3. Jul 21

    Raising Emotionally Healthy Children

    What if raising emotionally healthy children is less about getting every moment right and more about helping them feel safe, seen, guided, and loved? In this episode of the My Ultimate Self Podcast, Andrea Bohn continues her motherhood mini-series with her daughter Nicole, a licensed professional counselor and mom of two. Together, they talk about what children need emotionally and how parents and grandparents can help kids feel safe, seen, loved, and supported through big feelings. ABOUT NICOLE Nicole Garcia is a licensed professional counselor in Texas with a master's degree in counseling. Her work has focused primarily on children, including grief support in a nonprofit setting, emotional support as a school counselor, and training in children's play therapy. She is also a wife and mom of two young children, bringing both professional insight and real-life motherhood experience to this conversation. KEY TAKEAWAYS Emotional health does not mean children are happy all the time; it means they can express a range of emotions and begin learning how to cope with them.A child's behavior is often communication, so parents and grandparents can look beneath the reaction for unmet needs.Helping children regulate starts with staying regulated ourselves and offering simple calming tools like breathing exercises, hand tracing, and compassionate boundaries.Confidence grows when adults notice effort, perseverance, and problem-solving instead of praising only the final outcome.Resilience develops when adults support children without always rescuing them, and repair matters when we lose patience or make mistakes. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Breathing strategies for children, including pizza breathing and finger-tracing breathsACT-style limit setting: acknowledge the emotion, state the limit, and target acceptable alternativesDr. Dan Siegel's work and book The Whole Brain Child TIMESTAMPS 02:12 - What emotionally healthy children need from adults 04:37 - What parents worry about versus what truly matters 08:03 - Big emotions, unmet needs, and behavior as communication 10:23 - Calming strategies, boundaries, and emotional regulation 14:23 - Building confidence, resilience, repair, and support from grandparents NEXT STEP If this conversation encouraged you, share it with a parent, grandparent, or someone who loves a child. And be sure to follow the podcast so you do not miss the final conversation in this motherhood mini-series, where Nicole and Andrea will talk about parenting adult children and supporting the next generation with wisdom and respect.

  4. Jul 14

    Pivoting When Plans Change

    What do you do when life interrupts the plan you had pictured so clearly in your mind? In this episode of the My Ultimate Self Podcast, Andrea shares a recent travel experience that became a powerful lesson in managing disappointment, shifting expectations, and choosing a growth mindset when plans change. Through a disrupted Arizona trip, wildfire smoke, changed accommodations, and unexpected pivots, she reflects on progress over perfection, the gap versus the gain, and how we can learn to respond with more peace, flexibility, and faith when life does not go according to plan. KEY TAKEAWAYS Changed plans often feel hard because we are not only letting go of logistics, but also the expectations we had attached to them.A growth mindset helps us look for what is still possible instead of focusing only on what went wrong.Planning can be wise and helpful, but holding plans too tightly can make disappointment feel like a loss of control.Going with the flow does not mean ignoring reality. It means accepting what is in front of us and choosing the next wise step.Every unexpected pivot gives us a chance to become more patient, flexible, peace-filled, and resilient. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE A disrupted Arizona trip for a 50th wedding anniversary celebrationFlagstaff, Sedona, Cottonwood, and Jerome, ArizonaWildfire smoke and air quality concerns changing the original travel plansThe Ultimate Source faith-based personal development program: https://theultimatesource.org/welcome-to-the-ultimate-source-program1?am_id=AndreaBohnThe Gap versus the Gain mindset concept TIMESTAMPS 01:21 - Why expectations can make disappointment harder 03:42 - Wildfire smoke, changed plans, and the need to pivot 08:16 - Understanding the gap versus the gain 12:48 - When planning becomes attachment to control 19:34 - Practical ways to find peace when plans change NEXT STEP This week, pay attention to one moment that does not go according to plan. Instead of immediately labeling it as bad, pause and ask yourself: What is still possible here?

  5. Jul 7

    The Perfectionism Trap: Choosing Progress Over Perfection

    Have you ever told yourself you were “just being prepared,” when deep down you may have been afraid to begin? In this episode of the My Ultimate Self Podcast, host Andrea Bohn talks about the perfectionism trap and why waiting until we feel ready, confident, or completely prepared can keep us stuck. Andrea shares honestly about being a recovering perfectionist, launching a podcast, learning new skills, and recognizing how perfectionism can disguise itself as preparation, high standards, or wisdom when it is often rooted in fear. This episode is an encouraging reminder that growth does not require perfection. Through personal stories, faith-based reflection, and practical mindset shifts, Andrea invites women to choose progress over perfection, embrace the power of “yet,” reframe comparison, and ask one simple question: what is the next faithful step I can take? KEY TAKEAWAYS Underneath perfectionism is often fearFalse safety may protect us from mistakes, but it can also keep us from progress, purpose, and impact.The word “yet” can shift a fixed mindset into a growth mindset.Comparison can either shut us down or show us what is possible.Faith reminds us that our worth is secure and that God can equip us as we take the next step. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE The Ultimate Source faith-based personal development systemThe Ultimate Self Collective: https://myultimateself.com/collectiveThe phrase “God does not call the equipped; He equips the called”Andrea’s podcast launch journeyMel Robbins as an example of seeing possibility instead of comparison TIMESTAMPS 01:21 – What perfectionism can really look like 05:12 – When preparation becomes protection 10:33 – Learning to be new at something 18:58 – Choosing faith, grace, and progress over perfection 21:41 – The cost of staying stuck and the next faithful step NEXT STEP Ask yourself: Where has perfectionism been keeping me stuck? Then choose one small, faithful step you can take this week before you feel completely ready.

  6. Jun 30

    Motherhood Expectations vs Realities

    What if motherhood is not about doing it all perfectly, but learning to give yourself grace in the ordinary, overwhelming, and deeply meaningful moments? In this interview episode of the My Ultimate Self Podcast, host Andrea Bohn begins a motherhood mini-series with her daughter Nicole, a licensed professional counselor and mom of two. Together, they talk about motherhood expectations versus reality, the emotional weight of early motherhood, postpartum life, mom guilt, social media comparison, and the importance of support from family and grandparents. Nicole shares both her professional perspective on children's emotional health and her personal experience as a young mom navigating the full, challenging, and rewarding season of raising little ones. This episode is an honest and encouraging conversation for moms, grandmothers, and women who want to better understand the heart, pressure, and beauty of motherhood today. ABOUT THE GUEST Nicole Garcia is a licensed professional counselor in Texas with a master's degree in counseling. Her work has focused primarily on children, including grief support in a nonprofit setting and emotional support as a school counselor. She is also a wife and mom of two young children. KEY TAKEAWAYS Motherhood can be full, challenging, rewarding, mundane, and meaningful all at the same time.It is normal for new moms to feel overwhelmed, especially during postpartum seasons and major life transitions.Social media, parenting research, and constant access to information can be helpful, but they can also create comparison and pressure.Thoughts are not facts; moms can challenge the "not enough" thoughts instead of believing every negative thought that appears.Grandparents and family members can be a powerful part of the village when they support without adding pressure. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Motherhood expectations versus realitiesPostpartum life with a toddler and newbornSocial media comparison, parenting research, and the pressure to do it allThe importance of support from grandparents, family, and a trusted villageFuture motherhood conversations on parenting, adult children, and grandparent support TIMESTAMPS 00:04 — Introducing the motherhood mini-series and expectations versus realities 02:13 — Meet Nicole: counselor, wife, and mom of two 08:22 — Motherhood expectations versus the everyday reality 15:11 — The pressure moms carry today from research, social media, and extra noise 24:10 — What grandparents and older generations can understand about parenting today 32:01 — Staying connected to yourself and practicing self-care as a mom NEXT STEP If this conversation encouraged you, share it with a mom, grandmother, or friend who needs to feel less alone in the realities of motherhood. And be sure to follow the podcast so you don’t miss the next episode in this motherhood mini-series.

  7. Jun 23

    From Religious Routine to Relationship with Jesus

    Have you ever practiced faith for years, but wondered if there was something deeper waiting for you? In this episode of the My Ultimate Self Podcast, Andrea Bohn shares a vulnerable part of her personal faith journey and why spiritual growth is essential to becoming healthy in mind, body, and spirit. She reflects on growing up Lutheran, becoming Catholic, walking through divorce and questions of faith, and eventually discovering a deeper personal relationship with Jesus. This episode is for women who are curious about spiritual growth, longing for peace, or wondering what it looks like to move from religious routine into relationship with God. KEY TAKEAWAYS Spiritual growth is an important part of becoming your ultimate selfFaith can begin as something we practice outwardly, but over time it can grow into a deeply personal relationship with GodSeasons of questioning, change, or hardship can become invitations to seek God in a deeper wayDevotional time, journaling, worship music, prayer, and Bible study can help create meaningful rhythms for spiritual growthJesus offers a steady source of peace, comfort, and purpose that no human relationship can fully provide MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Moving from religious routine to relationship with GodSpiritual growth as part of mind, body, and spirit wellnessDevotional time, prayer, journaling, worship music, and Bible studyThe comfort of the Holy SpiritThe Ultimate Self Collective: https://myultimateself.com/collective TIMESTAMPS 00:02 Why this episode feels vulnerable and why spiritual health matters 01:00 Andrea’s early faith background and church traditions 05:55 Divorce, questioning, and deeper faith reflection 08:20 Exploring faith in a more personal way 11:30 Moving from religious routine to relationship with God 13:25 Devotional time, prayer, worship, and spiritual growth practices 15:25 Jesus as comforter and the role of the Holy Spirit 20:15 Faith as a lifelong journey, purpose, and becoming your ultimate self

  8. Jun 16

    Small Choices That Create Lasting Health Change

    What if the healthiest version of you is built not through big dramatic changes, but through small, simple choices repeated over time? In this episode of the My Ultimate Self Podcast, host Andrea Bohn talks about why big, dramatic health changes often do not last and why small, consistent choices create better long-term results. Andrea shares a personal story about a short-lived New Year's resolution to give up sugar, explains how the compound effect applies to health, and offers three simple starting points for a healthier lifestyle. If you want to grow in mind, body, and spirit without feeling overwhelmed, this episode will encourage you to start small and build sustainable habits one choice at a time. KEY TAKEAWAYS • Why small choices often outperform big resolutions • The power of consistency over intensity • How simple habits create lasting change • Three foundational ways to support your health • Small steps today can lead to big results tomorrow MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Juice Plus Company and products: andreabohn.juiceplus.comThe Compound Effect: https://amzn.to/3Qqh9WSMy Ultimate Self membership community: https://myultimateself.com/collective TIMESTAMPS 00:01 Opening story: a New Year's resolution to give up sugar 02:25 Why big, dramatic health changes often do not last 05:07 Learning to choose small, sustainable changes instead of overhauls 07:12 The compound effect and how small choices add up over time 13:56 Three simple habits: add whole foods, move daily, and protect sleep 26:02 Recap: small, consistent habits lead to lasting results NEXT STEP Choose one small health habit to practice this week. Start simple, stay consistent, and let small choices begin moving you toward your ultimate self.

  9. Jun 13

    Why Intentional Movement Matters

    What if the reason your body feels stiff, achy, or unstable isn’t that you need to work harder—but that you need to move with more intention? In this interview episode of the podcast, Andrea is joined by her daughter Brittany, a physical therapist specializing in orthopedics and hypermobility and a certified Pilates instructor. Together, they talk about why so many people struggle with aches, pains, and movement limitations, even when they are trying to take care of their bodies. Brittany explains what stability really means, how hypermobility can affect everyday movement, and why Pilates can be such a helpful tool for building strength, control, and body awareness. This conversation is a practical, encouraging reminder that caring for your body does not have to be complicated. Small, consistent, intentional movement can support long-term health in mind, body, and spirit. KEY TAKEAWAYS • Why your body may need more than strength to feel its best • The often-overlooked role of stability in movement and wellness • What Pilates can teach us about moving with greater intention • How body awareness influences pain, performance, and resilience • Simple ways to support your body for the long term MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Brittany Uhlenbrock, DPT: https://www.restoremovementmethod.com/aboutPilates: mat Pilates, reformer Pilates, and equipment-based PilatesHypermobility and hypermobility spectrum considerationsStability, mobility, proprioception, and body awarenessFunctional dry needling, orthopedic physical therapy, and running-related injury recoveryUltimate Self Collective : https://myultimateself.com/collective TIMESTAMPS 00:17 Why so many people struggle with aches, pains, and back issues 01:54 Meet Brittany and her physical therapy and Pilates background 08:24 Why modern life can contribute to pain and movement issues 10:39 What stability really means for the body 13:20 Hypermobility explained in simple terms 19:10 How Pilates helps build stability, control, and body awareness 23:39 Mat Pilates versus reformer Pilates 38:05 What long-term body care really looks like 40:00 Mat Pilates inside the Ultimate Self Collective NEXT STEP Try one intentional movement practice this week—whether it’s a short walk, gentle stretching, or a simple mat Pilates session—and notice how your body feels when you move with awareness instead of just intensity

  10. Jun 13

    Why Changing Habits Feels So Hard

    What if the reason changing your habits feels so hard isn’t because you lack willpower, but because you’ve been trying to change in the wrong way? In this episode of the podcast, Andrea talks about why changing habits can feel so hard and why motivation alone is not enough for lasting growth. Andrea shares three common reasons healthy habits are difficult to maintain. She also explains the deeper mindset shift that helps change last: moving from simply changing behavior to becoming the kind of woman who lives in alignment with her health, faith, and purpose. If you are working on healthier habits for your mind, body, or spirit, this episode will encourage you to start small, get clear on your why, learn what you need to know, and celebrate progress over perfection. KEY TAKEAWAYS • Why motivation alone rarely leads to lasting change • The hidden reason most new habits don't stick • How identity shapes your daily choices • Why small steps create bigger results than dramatic overhauls • A simple framework for creating meaningful, lasting change MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE myultimateself.comBook mentioned: Eat That Frog by Brian TracySilver Seas by Margot: https://www.instagram.com/silverseasbymargot/Reflection question: Where are you desiring the most change right now - mind, body, or spirit? TIMESTAMPS 00:01 Why healthier habits are about mind, body, and spirit 01:10 Why motivation is temporary and cannot sustain lasting change 05:58 Busy schedules, procrastination, and trying to change too much 10:17 The identity shift: moving from doing to becoming 19:30 Practical tools for lasting change: why, education, small steps, celebration, and faith NEXT STEP If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend who is trying to build healthier habits or take a screenshot and tag me on Instagram at @andrea4health. Let’s keep encouraging one another as we grow in mind, body, and spirit.

  11. Jun 13

    Growth Does Not Have an Expiration Date

    What if midlife isn’t about winding down, but about waking up to the woman God is still inviting you to become? In this first episode of the My Ultimate Self Podcast, host Andrea Bohn shares the heart behind the show and why growth, wellness, and faith matter in every season of life. Andrea reflects on her journey from overwhelmed mom to health coach, her family's health story, and the mindset shifts that helped her see midlife as an invitation to grow, not wind down. You'll hear encouragement for caring for your mind, body, and spirit, embracing small daily choices, and trusting God through uncomfortable seasons of change. If you've ever wondered whether it is too late to become healthier, stronger, or more fulfilled, this episode will remind you that growth has no expiration date. KEY TAKEAWAYS Becoming your ultimate self is a journey, not a destinationSmall daily choices can create meaningful transformation Whole-person wellness includes the body, mind, and spiritGod often uses discomfort to invite us into deeper trust, courage, and change MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE My Ultimate Self website: www.myultimateself.comQuiz: What's Standing Between You and Your Ultimate Self?The Ultimate Source program: https://theultimatesource.org/welcome-to-the-ultimate-source-program1?am_id=AndreaBohnTopics mentioned: epigenetics and whole food nutrition TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Welcome to episode one and why this podcast matters 02:30 Andrea's family health story and desire for proactive wellness 04:46 Whole food nutrition, health coaching, and small lifestyle changes 07:08 Expanding wellness to include mind, body, spirit, and faith 11:29 Three mindset shifts for growth, discomfort, and your next step NEXT STEP Ready to keep growing in mind, body, and spirit? Visit myultimateself.com/quiz to take the free quiz and learn more about joining the Ultimate Self Collective.

  12. Jun 7

    Start Here: Welcome to My Ultimate Self

    What if this next season of life isn’t about slowing down, but about becoming an even better version of the woman God designed you to be? Welcome to My Ultimate Self, a podcast for women ready to grow in mind, body, and spirit. In this trailer, host Andrea Bohn shares the heart behind the show and invites you into a journey of healthier habits, personal growth, faith, purpose, and becoming the woman you were designed to be.

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My Ultimate Self is a podcast for women who are ready to grow in mind, body, and spirit. Hosted by Andrea Bohn, certified health coach and personal growth guide, this show is for the woman who knows there is more for her — more purpose, more joy, more energy, more faith, and more intentional living. Through encouraging conversations, practical wellness tips, faith-based personal growth, and real-life stories, Andrea helps women move from feeling flat, stuck, or unsure of their next chapter to becoming the healthiest, most fulfilled version of themselves. Each episode explores topics like healthy habits, mindset shifts, spiritual growth, midlife transformation, whole food nutrition, movement, community, relationships, and discovering the woman God designed you to become. Whether you are navigating midlife, empty nesting, retirement, health changes, or simply sensing that it’s time to invest in yourself again, this podcast will encourage you to take small, meaningful steps toward your ultimate self.

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  • Creator
    Andrea Bohn
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Andrea Bohn