The Diana Show

Diana Paquet

Mama of Five, wife for life, ❤️ business owner and human who is doing her damnedest to squeeze the most joy into this great opportunity called life! Striving, growing, sometimes failing, getting up, and repeating on the daily.

  1. 08/06/2025

    Ep-445 Who Were You Before the World Told You Who to Be?

    In this episode of The Diana Show, I dive into the fascinating world of Human Design with the brilliant Mel McSherry. We explore how this powerful tool combines astrology, chakras, and other modalities to create a unique energetic blueprint—basically, your personal permission slip to show up as your most authentic self. Mel breaks down the different energy types and how understanding your own can guide you through transitions, clarify your strengths, and help you make aligned decisions in both life and business. We talk about the power of stillness, reflection, and why implementing this knowledge isn’t a one-and-done—but rather, a journey of self-trust and long-term support. This one is all about celebrating who you really are and giving yourself full permission to own it. Takeaways It's never too late to start learning about yourself. Human design combines various modalities to show your energetic blueprint. Understanding your design helps reduce overwhelm in entrepreneurship. Human design provides an operations manual for your life. Self-discovery is a process that requires time and patience. Each energy type in human design has unique strengths and strategies. Work smarter, not harder by aligning with your energy type. Long-term support can enhance the implementation of human design. Embracing individual differences fosters a supportive community. Stillness is an action that can lead to clarity and insight. Keywords Human Design, personal growth, self-discovery, energy types, coaching, authenticity, entrepreneurship, transitions, self-trust, individuality Book a 30 minute chat virtualcoffeewithmel.com instagram @mel_mcsherry website melmcsherry.com

    32 min
  2. 07/29/2025

    Ep-444 The Good Girl Trap: A Barrier to Growth

    In this episode of The Diana Show, I’m getting real about something so many of us struggle with—but rarely say out loud: investing in ourselves. Why is it that we’ll move mountains for everyone else in our lives, but when it comes to our own dreams and goals, we hesitate? I talk about the ways we’ve been conditioned to put ourselves last, the mental load of multitasking, and how easy it is to lose sight of who we are underneath the caregiving, career-building, and people-pleasing. We’ll dig into the fear of being judged, the guilt of wanting more, and the quiet, powerful decision to stop abandoning ourselves. I also share practical ways to start prioritizing your own goals again—and how doing so can be the boldest, most beautiful example you set for your kids, your friends, and your future self. If you’ve ever felt like you’re cheering everyone else on but holding yourself back, this one’s for you. Let’s talk about how to reclaim our voice, our time, and our vision—together. 💛 Takeaways Women often struggle to justify spending on themselves. The 'good girl trap' can hinder women's decision-making. Multitasking may lead to busyness without progress. Self-abandonment can stem from childhood conditioning. Fear of judgment can prevent women from pursuing their goals. Modeling boldness is essential for future generations. Investing in oneself is a form of generational healing. Community support can create momentum for personal growth. Self-awareness is the first step to change. Women are worthy of pursuing their dreams. Keywords self-investment, women empowerment, multitasking, self-worth, imposter syndrome, personal growth, community support, boldness, self-awareness, emotional health

    15 min
  3. 07/01/2025

    Ep-440 Simple Steps For Helping Yourself Through Anxiety

    Let’s Talk About Anxiety (a.k.a. That Uninvited Guest Who Never Brings Snacks) In this episode, I’m getting real about something that’s been a part of my life for a long time: anxiety. Not the kind you get when you forget to reply to a group text (although, yes, that too)... I’m talking about the heavier kind—the buzzing-in-your-chest, overthinking-everything, “why am I crying in the break room?” kind. I share what it’s looked like for me over the years, how it still shows up sometimes (usually at the worst possible moment), and the things I’ve learned to do that actually help me feel more like myself again. We’ll talk about triggers, tools, and why sometimes the best medicine is just a good laugh or a walk with someone who gets it. If you’ve ever felt like your brain is playing emotional whack-a-mole, this one’s for you. So grab a cup of something comforting, and come hang out with me. You’re not alone, and you’re definitely not broken. We’re figuring this out together—one deep breath and belly laugh at a time. Takeaways Diana shares her personal journey with anxiety. Recognizing anxiety is the first step to coping. It's important to differentiate between life struggles and anxiety. Self-care is crucial when dealing with anxiety. Setting low bars can help in managing anxiety. Surrounding yourself with supportive people is essential. Finding joy in simple moments can alleviate anxiety. Acts of kindness can help shift focus from personal struggles. Box breathing may not work for everyone; find what suits you. You're not alone in your struggle with anxiety. Keywords anxiety, coping strategies, mental health, personal experience, self-care, emotional well-being, mindfulness, parenting, anxiety management, mental wellness

    10 min

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4.6
out of 5
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Mama of Five, wife for life, ❤️ business owner and human who is doing her damnedest to squeeze the most joy into this great opportunity called life! Striving, growing, sometimes failing, getting up, and repeating on the daily.