Real, Brave & Unstoppable

Kortney Rivard

Kortney Rivard is a life coach that helps women who crave more from their lives rediscover who they are and get clear on what they want so they can create a life they are excited to wake up to. Real, Brave & Unstoppable digs into topics and stories related to living a life that is true to who you are (REAL), finding the courage to do the hard things (BRAVE) and taking the steps to go for what you want and not stopping until you get where you want to go (UNSTOPPABLE).

  1. Ep 152 Your Best Years After 50: Why Getting Older Doesn't Mean Life Gets Smaller

    16h ago

    Ep 152 Your Best Years After 50: Why Getting Older Doesn't Mean Life Gets Smaller

    Send us Fan Mail I recorded this during my birthday week in June. I turned 53! So I want to talk about something that doesn't get said enough: the real fear of getting older isn't about wrinkles or gray hair. It's the fear that life gets smaller. That you stop doing the hard things, the brave things, the things that make you feel like you. In this episode, I'm challenging that story, not with a pep talk, but with evidence. My own evidence. And I'm inviting you to look at yours. In this episode: The cultural story most women have absorbed about life after 50 — and why it's working against youWhy pre-limiting yourself is the real danger (not aging itself)What Half Dome, backpacking Colorado, and solo travel to Portugal and Spain taught me about what's still possibleWhat actually gets better in body, mind, and spirit as you get olderThree reflection questions to help you rewrite the story you're telling yourself about this seasonResources & links: Episodes mentioned: Episode 115: Lessons Learned in the Colorado WildernessEpisode 117: Do it Scared - Lessons Learned from Climbing Half DomeWork with me — Private Coaching: www.kortneyrivard.comInstagram: @kortney.a.rivardIf this episode resonated, share it with a woman who needs this reminder. And leave a review — it helps this show reach more women who are ready to stop playing small. Support the show Want more? For more information about the podcast, visit www.realbraveunstoppable.com. To learn more about your host, Kortney Rivard, visit www.kortneyrivard.com Follow Kortney on Social media: Instagram Facebook

    23 min
  2. Ep 151:When the Life You Built Stops Fitting: A Body, Mind & Spirit Guide to Realignment After 40

    Jun 9

    Ep 151:When the Life You Built Stops Fitting: A Body, Mind & Spirit Guide to Realignment After 40

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever looked at your life, you know, the one that looks pretty good from the outside, and felt like something just doesn't quite fit? Not a crisis. Just that persistent sense that something's off and you can't explain why. In this episode I get personal about my own experience with misalignment: imposter syndrome, people-pleasing, and the attachment patterns quietly running the show,  and why this feeling is far more common than we talk about. I break down two kinds of misalignment most of us never distinguish, what your body, mind, and spirit are trying to tell you when something feels off, and practical starting points for closing the gap without overhauling your entire life. If you've ever thought "I should be happier than this",  this one's for you! Resources mentioned:  ➡️ Life Wheel Exercise ➡️ Values Exercise  ➡️ Wellness Wake Up intro program — $99  Support the show Want more? For more information about the podcast, visit www.realbraveunstoppable.com. To learn more about your host, Kortney Rivard, visit www.kortneyrivard.com Follow Kortney on Social media: Instagram Facebook

    28 min
  3. Ep 150: Decision Fatigue in Your 40s & 50s: Why You're Mentally Exhausted and What to Do About It

    May 25

    Ep 150: Decision Fatigue in Your 40s & 50s: Why You're Mentally Exhausted and What to Do About It

    Send us Fan Mail That moment when your partner asks what you want for dinner and it feels like an unreasonable question. The 17 browser tabs open for two weeks. The thing you reached for at 9pm that you told yourself you wouldn't. This isn't laziness or weakness. It's decision fatigue — and it's hitting women in their 40s and 50s especially hard. In this episode I break down what's actually happening in your brain, why this season of life makes it so much worse, and why the solution has nothing to do with willpower. You'll learn why decision fatigue is a real physiological phenomenon and not a character flaw, what's making it harder for women in their 40s specifically (the mental load, the sandwich generation squeeze, perimenopause, sleep deprivation), how it shows up in ways you might not recognize, why you keep making the "wrong" choice at the end of the day, and five practical strategies to protect your mental energy. But the bigger question this episode asks is this: decision fatigue isn't the problem. It's the signal. The real question isn't "why can't I make better choices at night?" It's "why am I so depleted by evening that I have nothing left for myself?" Connect with Kortney: Instagram: @k.a.rivard | kortneyrivard.com Work with Kortney: Wellness Wake Up intro program  Support the show Want more? For more information about the podcast, visit www.realbraveunstoppable.com. To learn more about your host, Kortney Rivard, visit www.kortneyrivard.com Follow Kortney on Social media: Instagram Facebook

    36 min
  4. Ep 149: Starting Over After 40: What Divorce Taught Me About Rebuilding Your Life and Finding Yourself Again

    May 11

    Ep 149: Starting Over After 40: What Divorce Taught Me About Rebuilding Your Life and Finding Yourself Again

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode I'm getting a little personal — sharing what it felt like when my marriage ended unexpectedly in 2014 and how the messy, nonlinear years of rebuilding that followed shaped everything, including why I became a coach and why this podcast exists. This isn't a tidy glow-up story. It's an honest look at what rebuilding actually looks like, and five of the most important lessons it taught me: Emotions are survivable — they build, they peak, and they always passThe difference between regret and guilt, and a simple 3-question framework for moving through the hard stuffYou don't need to see the whole staircase — just the next stepRebuilding has no finish line, and why that's actually okayAuthenticity is where real connection lives — with others and with yourselfWhether you're navigating a divorce, an empty nest, a career shift, or any season where life has asked you to rebuild something, this one will meet you where you are. Mentioned in this episode: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) — a skills-based approach to emotional regulation worth looking into  Daring Greatly by Brené Brown — on vulnerability and connection  Wellness Wake Up intro program — $99 [LEARN MORE HERE] Support the show Want more? For more information about the podcast, visit www.realbraveunstoppable.com. To learn more about your host, Kortney Rivard, visit www.kortneyrivard.com Follow Kortney on Social media: Instagram Facebook

    34 min

  5. Apr 27

    Ep 148: Lost Your Spark? How to Reconnect With Yourself and Feel Alive Again | Part 2: How to Start Feeling Like Yourself Again

    Send us Fan Mail In Part 1 we talked about why so many women feel disconnected — going through the motions, life feeling flat even when nothing is technically wrong. In Part 2, I get into what you can actually do about it. But first, a reframe: feeling alive isn't about being happy all the time or overhauling your life. It's about feeling present and engaged — like you're actually in your life instead of just moving through it. And that's something you can start building right where you are. In this episode, I walk through five practical, doable shifts for reconnecting across body, mind, and spirit: Create space — even 10-15 minutes of not multitasking can open the doorStart with micro moments — small things like music, movement, or noticing your surroundings start to rewire the connectionFollow what feels expansive — pay attention to what gives you energy, not just what you "should" doUse your body as an entry point — movement and body awareness are one of the fastest ways out of your headInterrupt autopilot thinking — not perfectly, just more oftenThis episode is a shorter, practical one — exactly what you need to start moving. Resources mentioned:  Wellness Wake Up intro program — $99 — LEARN MORE & SIGN UP HERE Support the show Want more? For more information about the podcast, visit www.realbraveunstoppable.com. To learn more about your host, Kortney Rivard, visit www.kortneyrivard.com Follow Kortney on Social media: Instagram Facebook

    10 min
  6. Ep 147: Lost Your Spark? How to Reconnect With Yourself and Feel Alive Again | Part 1: Why You Feel Disconnected

    Apr 18

    Ep 147: Lost Your Spark? How to Reconnect With Yourself and Feel Alive Again | Part 1: Why You Feel Disconnected

    Send us Fan Mail Do you ever catch yourself thinking "Is this it?" or "I thought I'd feel happier by now" — even when nothing is technically wrong?  You're not broken. You're disconnected. And there's a difference. In Part 1 of this two-part series, I open up about my own post-divorce experience of doing all the "right" things while still feeling like something was missing, and why that feeling is far more common than we talk about. This isn't a motivation problem or a discipline problem. It's a disconnection problem. Using my body, mind & spirit framework, I break down why so many women pour energy into two of those pillars while the third — spirit —  fades into the background. The result is a life that looks good on paper but feels flat, busy but not fulfilling, productive but not alive. In this episode: why "going through the motions" sneaks up on us, how management mode takes over without us noticing, and why you genuinely cannot think your way into feeling alive. Part 2 will cover what to actually do about it. === Mentioned in this episode: === Wellness Wake Up intro program — $99 — LEARN MORE HERE Untamed by Glennon Doyle* *Full disclosure: I participate in the Amazon Associates program. When you buy through my Amazon links, I earn a small commission that helps support my podcast Support the show Want more? For more information about the podcast, visit www.realbraveunstoppable.com. To learn more about your host, Kortney Rivard, visit www.kortneyrivard.com Follow Kortney on Social media: Instagram Facebook

    23 min
  7. Ep 146: Why You Keep Procrastinating (It’s Not Laziness) — And What Actually Works to Get Unstuck

    Apr 7

    Ep 146: Why You Keep Procrastinating (It’s Not Laziness) — And What Actually Works to Get Unstuck

    Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever told yourself “I’ll start tomorrow”… and then didn’t, this episode is for you. Today, we’re breaking down motivation, willpower, procrastination, and avoidance and why it’s not actually about laziness or lack of discipline. You’ll learn why waiting to feel motivated keeps you stuck, how your beliefs about willpower shape your behavior, and what’s really driving procrastination (hint: it’s not what you think). Plus, I’m sharing simple, practical strategies to help you take action—even when you don’t feel like it—so you can build momentum and start following through. In This Episode, We Cover:  Why you don’t have a willpower problem—you have a perception problem  The truth about motivation (and why it’s unreliable)  Why procrastination is really about avoidance - not laziness  The hidden role of discomfort (and how it keeps you stuck)  Simple strategies to take action and build momentum  A practical framework: Notice → Name → Neutralize → Act💡 Key Takeaway: You don’t need more motivation—you need a different approach. ❤️ Get Support If this episode resonated, this is exactly the kind of work I do with my clients. Visit my web site to learn more about how I can help you overcome procrastination and lack of motivation so that you can start moving toward living the life you want. 🔗 Learn more here: www.kortneyrivard.com 🎧 Loved This Episode? Share it with a friend who’s been saying “I’ll start tomorrow” 💛 Support the show Want more? For more information about the podcast, visit www.realbraveunstoppable.com. To learn more about your host, Kortney Rivard, visit www.kortneyrivard.com Follow Kortney on Social media: Instagram Facebook

    15 min
  8. Ep 145: Burnout Isn’t What You Think: Why You’re Exhausted Even When You’re Doing Everything Right

    Mar 28

    Ep 145: Burnout Isn’t What You Think: Why You’re Exhausted Even When You’re Doing Everything Right

    Send us Fan Mail If you feel like you’re doing everything right but still feel exhausted, flat, or just off, this episode is for you. In this episode, Kortney breaks down what burnout actually looks like (beyond just being “too busy”), especially for women in their 40s and 50s navigating changing energy, hormones, and life demands. You’ll learn why burnout isn’t just about doing too much, the hidden patterns that keep you stuck, and how to start supporting yourself differently (without adding more to your plate). ✨ In this episode:  Why burnout is about constant pressure, not just a full schedule  The patterns driving burnout (perfectionism, over-functioning, invisible load)  How burnout shows up in your body, mind, and energy Why this season of life can make everything feel harder  Simple shifts to start breaking the cycle ❤️ Ready for more support? If this resonated, this is exactly the work I do with my clients - helping you reconnect with your energy, your body, and your life in a way that actually feels good. 👉 Learn more: www.kortneyrivard.com Support the show Want more? For more information about the podcast, visit www.realbraveunstoppable.com. To learn more about your host, Kortney Rivard, visit www.kortneyrivard.com Follow Kortney on Social media: Instagram Facebook

    22 min
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Kortney Rivard is a life coach that helps women who crave more from their lives rediscover who they are and get clear on what they want so they can create a life they are excited to wake up to. Real, Brave & Unstoppable digs into topics and stories related to living a life that is true to who you are (REAL), finding the courage to do the hard things (BRAVE) and taking the steps to go for what you want and not stopping until you get where you want to go (UNSTOPPABLE).

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  • Creator
    Kortney Rivard
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    152
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Real, Brave & Unstoppable | Kortney Rivard
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    Real, Brave & Unstoppable

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