This week’s episode is a little different: it’s a journaling out loud session. No script, no perfection, just me, my journal, and a very honest check-in as we step into a new month.
I had plans to talk about trusting your gut, but my heart needed something softer and realer. So today, I’m sharing the life update I’ve been avoiding: navigating seasonal depression and ADHD, feeling unmotivated since coming back from vacation, realizing my goals have shifted… and finally admitting that I do want love again.
In this episode, I journal my intentions for November in real-time, including:
What I want this month to feel like
What I’m no longer carrying from October
Why I’m choosing softness before ambition
The truth about wanting a partner and still wanting to be independent
My word for November: honesty with myself, my friendships, and this podcast
If you’ve been feeling behind, unmotivated, tired of pretending you're fine, or scared to admit you want something more, you’re not alone. Grab your journal or just listen along. This episode is for the girl who’s still dreaming, even when she’s exhausted.
Stop waiting for perfect. Start scared. Start messy. Start anyway.
If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to chase your dream, this episode is your sign to start scared and do it anyway.
Today we’re talking about fear—how it hides behind perfectionism, overthinking, and that little voice that whispers “who do you think you are?” You’ll learn how to recognize fear as protection, not failure, and how to build momentum even when you feel stuck.
✨ In this episode:
Why fear isn’t the villain—it’s your overprotective friend
The truth about perfectionism and analysis paralysis
How to move from overthinking to action
Three micro-steps to start building courage today
Because clarity doesn’t come from waiting. It comes from movement.
#TakingUpSpaceWithJordan #StartScared #DreamLife
In this week’s episode of Taking Up Space with Jordan, we’re not talking about building your dream life — we’re rewinding to the moment before that: discovering what your actual dream even is.
After a much-needed reset and some honest reflection, I realized how many of us don’t feel stuck — we just don’t know what we’re chasing anymore. So today, we’re digging deep with seven ways to rediscover the dreams buried under everyone else’s expectations.
We’ll talk about:
🌙 How to quiet the noise and finally hear yourself again
⚡ Why tracking what energizes you reveals hidden passions
💭 How ego can trick you into chasing the wrong dream
📓 Journaling prompts that help you remember who you are
🪩 And my personal favorite — the 30-day Dream Detox
This episode is your permission slip to start dreaming again — without guilt, shame, or needing to have it all figured out.
🎧 Tune in, grab your journal, and let’s remember what you really want.
Keywords: discover your dream, rediscover purpose, self-growth podcast, how to find your purpose, journaling for clarity, boundaries, self-discovery, women empowerment podcast.
Dreaming feels nearly impossible when life feels heavy. Bills, responsibilities, the state of the world—it can make you wonder if your vision even matters anymore. But your dream isn’t broken. It’s still yours. And in this episode of Taking Up Space with Jordan, we’re reclaiming our visions, even in hard times.
I’ll share:🌿 Why your dream is still valid, even when survival feels like enough🌿 How to reframe the weight of life without guilt🌿 Simple, natural practices to help you reconnect with your vision
If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or tempted to let go of what matters most to you—this episode is your reminder that you can begin again.
⏱️ Chapters
00:00 Reclaiming Dreams in Difficult Times04:32 Navigating Adversity and Finding Control08:22 Mindset Shifts for Resilience11:25 Reclaiming Your Vision14:55 Taking Action Towards Your Dreams
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Keywords | dream life, reclaim your vision, stay motivated, self growth podcast, how to keep going when life is hard, motivation for women, boundaries and self trust
What if this season you did the most romantic thing of your life — and fell epically in love with yourself?
In this episode of Taking Up Space with Jordan, I share my own journey of realizing that accomplishments, relationships, and perfectionism weren’t the key to happiness — self-love was. We’ll dive into:
Why external validation never fills the gap (and what does)
The biggest blockers that keep us from loving ourselves
Simple rituals to practice self-love daily (flowers, coffee, boundaries, affirmations)
How self-love transforms the way you go after your dreams and relationships
Whether you’re buying your own flowers, setting boundaries around your time, or finally saying “I love you” to yourself out loud — this episode will inspire you to stop waiting for someone else to be your great love story.
✨ This season, romance your own life.
This fall, I’m letting go of one big belief: that I have to do it all.
In this episode of Taking Up Space, I share the truth about what’s been weighing me down lately — the pressure to be “enough” in every area of life — and how I’m learning to release that weight. We’ll talk about why we hold onto limiting beliefs and relationships, and how to find the courage to finally let them go.
If you’ve been feeling behind, overwhelmed, or like you’re not enough, this episode will give you permission to slow down, reflect, and release.
✨ Don’t forget to follow the show so you never miss an episode.
Keywords:dream life podcast, fall reset, self growth, letting go, overcoming limiting beliefs, women empowerment podcast, building confidence, seasonal reflection, personal growth journey, self discovery
Have you noticed it yet? That restless feeling you can’t quite explain. You hesitate before saying yes to plans, your mornings feel slower, and your energy dips earlier in the day. That’s not just in your head—it’s your body syncing with the shift of the season.
In this episode, Jordan explores why Fall feels so different, how to ease into seasonal change without resistance, and practical ways to reset your routines, create cozy traditions, and embrace a slower rhythm.
Fall isn’t about losing summer—it’s about shifting inward. This episode will show you how to make that shift with grace and intention.
Ever wondered what would happen if you committed to a challenge for 8 weeks? In this episode, I share what’s been shifting for me halfway through an 8-week challenge designed to reset my habits, build discipline, and help me step into the version of myself I’ve always wanted to be.
This challenge isn’t about being perfect—it’s about accountability, resilience, and proving to myself that I can do the hard things. And along the way, it’s changing my habits… and my confidence.
Building your dream life in 2025 can feel impossible. Costs are rising, the political climate is draining, and motivation feels harder to hold onto than ever. But here’s the truth: this is exactly why your dreams matter most right now.
In this raw and unfiltered episode of Taking Up Space with Jordan, I break down the realities of chasing your dream life when the world feels heavy. From financial trade-offs to self-doubt, burnout, and systemic barriers, this isn’t the glossy Instagram version of success it’s the truth about what it really takes to keep going.
Dreaming isn’t delusion. Dreaming is resistance. Dreaming is survival. And today, I’m sharing why your dreams still matter, and how to keep pushing forward when giving up feels easier.
✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why building your dream life feels harder than ever in 2025
The hidden sacrifices nobody talks about when chasing big goals
How dreaming acts as resistance in a world that wants us tired and hopeless
The unique challenges people of color and queer folks face when pursuing dreams
5 practical strategies to keep fighting for your dream (without burning out)
Why small wins, rituals, and micro-bravery matter more than giant leaps
How holding onto your dream shifts not just your life—but the system itself
If you’ve ever felt tired, stuck, or ready to quit, this episode will remind you: your dream is worth the fight.
🎧 Press play and let’s climb this mountain together.
What does it really mean to live in your main character energy?
✨ In this empowering episode of Taking Up Space with Jordan, we’re diving deep into how to stop being a background character in your own story and start showing up as the boldest, most confident version of yourself — no acting, no script, just YOU.
We’ll explore the four pillars of main character energy — agency, authenticity, visibility, and resilience — and how they shape the way you make decisions, set boundaries, and live unapologetically. I’m also sharing my personal growth arc, from heartbreak to building a life I’m proud of, and giving you practical ways to strengthen your MCE starting today.
This is your reminder that you hold the pen. Your life is the story. And it’s time to make it a damn good one.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
How to define what your main character energy looks like
Why growth arcs are essential to personal power
My story of transformation from divorce to self-defined success
Practical ways to build agency, authenticity, visibility, and resilience
How to embrace both your highlight reel and your messy middle
🎧 Listen now and start building your main character energy today!
Keywords:
main character energy, personal growth, self-confidence, building self-worth, self-love, agency authenticity visibility resilience, life after divorce, living unapologetically, self-trust, stepping into your power, growth arc, dream life coaching, how to be confident, taking up space podcast
Some of the hardest lessons I’ve learned came wrapped in heartbreak, rejection, and confusion. I didn’t ask for them, but they shaped my boundaries, my voice, and my self-worth. In this episode of Taking Up Space with Jordan, I’m sharing the four big lessons I had to learn the hard way, so maybe you don’t have to.We’ll talk about:- The difference between forgiveness and moving on (and why they’re not the same thing)- Why people pleasing keeps you small- How hyper-independence isn’t the flex we think it is- The quiet grief of outgrowing people- And the most important truth: you were never too hard to love they just weren’t equippedIf you’ve ever felt like you had to shrink to be loved, or wondered why certain relationships couldn’t last, this episode is your reminder that your worth was never defined by someone else’s inability to see it.✨ Chapters:2:16 | Forgiveness vs Moving On 5:02 | Pleasing People Keeps You Small 6:29 | Ways to Say "No"7:00 | Consequences of Saying "No" 8:25 | Hyper-independence Is Not a Flex10:47 | Inner Child 11:18 | Some Love Is Not Meant to Last Forever14:40 | We Are Not Too Hard To Love16:02 | Unequipped People are Afraid 17:21 | What Real Love Feels Like 18:15 | Culmination of Life Lessons 18:44 | Empowerment Through Hard Lessons 20:30 | Journal Prompt 💌 Let’s Connect:📸 Instagram: @takingupspacewithjordan💬 Join the conversation: https://discord.gg/B543F4awIf this episode spoke to you, share it with a friend who might need the same reminder. And if you can, leave a review or comment—it helps other women find this space and feel less alone.
What if joy, success, and love weren’t limited resources? What if the universe isn’t keeping score—and there’s actually more than enough for you?
In this empowering episode of Taking Up Space with Jordan, we’re shifting from scarcity to expansion. I’m sharing what it looks like to unlearn the belief that we have to earn joy and instead step into the energy of abundance. We’ll talk about how to recognize where we’ve been taught to shrink, how to open ourselves to dreaming bigger, and the small, practical ways I’ve been inviting more possibility into my everyday life.
This episode is your reminder that dreaming big isn’t delusional—it’s divine. You were never meant to dim. You were made to expand.
✨ Topics we cover:
Where we learn to play small (and how to stop)
What abundance actually feels like in real life
My personal “abundance challenge” mindset shift
Low-lift ways to expand your life, even on a budget
What happens when you stop shrinking and start showing up
If you’re ready to live like the universe isn’t on a budget, press play.
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Limiting Beliefs Guide - Follow to Start Letting Go of Stories You No Longer Want to Hold Onto
No one really talks about the grief that comes with growth. When you stop shrinking to make other people comfortable, you start to lose people: friends, family, partners and it hurts. Even if it was the right choice.
In this episode, I’m opening up about what it feels like to grieve people who are still alive but no longer in your life. The ones who couldn’t love the version of you that finally chose herself. We’ll talk about the quiet moments of grief, being alone (but not lonely), and why missing someone doesn’t mean you want them back.
This one’s for the version of you that had to let go, just to become who you were always meant to be.
We’re officially in the second half of the year — and if you’ve been chasing goals, you might be feeling a mix of things: behind, ahead, burnt out, or maybe all of the above. (Hi, I’m option D.)
In this episode, I’m doing a personal check-in. I’m sharing what’s working, what’s still a work in progress (hello, finances), and how I’m shifting my mindset so I don’t end the year burnt out or out of alignment. I also created a free downloadable guide to help you do your own mid-year reset with clarity and compassion.
Plus, if you're craving community, check out Soft Hustle Society — my free online space for women who are dreaming big and building soft, intentional lives.
Let this be your reminder: You’re allowed to shift, rest, and still be proud of how far you’ve come.
This week we’re breaking down the unspoken rules that keep women shrinking and feeling guilty for putting themselves first.
You’ll hear why:
💛 Boundaries don’t make you a bad friend — they make you honest.
💛 Real love is mutual — you shouldn’t disappear to please your partner.
💛 Family obligations shouldn’t control your happiness.
Ready to stop people-pleasing and start taking up space? You deserve it — guilt free.
💫 Listen now, share with a friend who needs this, and join Soft Hustle Society if you’re ready to rewrite the rules with support.
#Boundaries #UnspokenRules #PeoplePleasing #TakeUpSpace
Learn how to spot the beliefs keeping you small, unpack them with compassion, and rewrite your story — one tiny choice at a time.
Plus, join the Soft Hustle Society to heal and grow with women just like you. 💫
Ready for community support? Join my new Soft Hustle Society Discord - the space for women who want to dream big, set gentle boundaries, and build lives they love without the burnout.
Marketing with Mackenzie: From 9–5 to Full-Time Creative
In this episode of Taking Up Space, I sit down with Mackenzie —social media manager, content creator, and full-time entrepreneur. Mackenzie shares how she left the safety of her 9–5 to build a creative business on her own terms.
From the messy middle of self-employment to dreaming big about storefronts and scaling a team, Mackenzie gets real about what it takes to grow. We dive into the power of authenticity, building a brand that reflects who you really are, and why having a support system makes all the difference.
Whether you're building your side hustle or already running your own business, this conversation is packed with insights (and inspiration!) you won’t want to miss.
🎧 Listen now and let’s take up space—together.
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This week’s episode is a little different — no script, no outline, just me and the mic. I’m sharing a real-time journal moment about what it feels like to be in the in-between — that awkward, uncertain space where you’re not quite where you were, but not yet where you want to be.
I started this podcast to empower women who feel alone in their growth journeys, and this episode is for anyone navigating big decisions, burnout, or the quiet question: Am I still on the right path?
We talk about the pressure to figure everything out, the tug-of-war between stability and purpose, and why it’s okay — even powerful — to not have all the answers. Because sometimes, the transition is the transformation.
Other episodes to check out:
Saying Yes Again: Your Next Step After Healing
What If It All Works Out? A Mid-Quarter Reflection
⏱️ Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction to the Journey
01:43 – Navigating the In-Between Space
05:33 – The Pressure of Expectations
09:05 – Embracing the Present Moment
12:48 – The Beauty of Transition
15:50 – Finding Freedom in Choices
18:57 – Conclusion and Reflection
🎧 If this episode resonates, don’t forget to follow, rate, or share it with a friend who needs the reminder that they’re not behind — they’re just in the in-between. 💛
What happens when you’ve healed, set the boundaries, built the life you dreamed of — and still feel stuck? Welcome to the Plateau Stage. In this episode of Taking Up Space, we’re talking about the sneaky phase of healing no one prepares you for: the point where life feels safe but stagnant.
I’m breaking down the real reason you might feel unfulfilled even after doing everything right — and how saying yes again might just be the key to moving forward. We’ll dive into the healing journey stages, the dangers of staying too comfortable, and how to open yourself up to new opportunities without losing the boundaries that protect you.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, craving more, or just need permission to dream bigger again, this conversation will show you how small yeses can reignite your life in powerful ways.
🎧 Listen now to learn:
The 5 stages of healing and how the Plateau Stage sneaks up on you
Why “protecting your peace” can sometimes keep you stuck
How to reassess your boundaries without losing yourself
Practical, low-stakes ways to start saying yes more
How to move from maintenance to growth — and feel alive again
✨ This is your invitation to step out of survival and into expansion.
👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share with a friend who’s ready to say yes to their next era.
#healingjourney #personalgrowth #boundaries #intentionalliving #selftrustSaying Yes Again: Your Next Step After Healing
In this powerful episode of Taking Up Space, I’m joined by Austin Marie aka The NeuroSpicy Mama for a heart-centered conversation on neurodivergence, motherhood, and the healing journey. As a neurodivergent single mom and podcast host, Austin shares her story of building a safe space for those who’ve ever felt “othered,” while navigating the invisible labor, emotional weight, and resilience of parenthood.
We explore what it means to parent with a neurodivergent brain, how language shapes identity, and why teaching kids about boundaries and consent is a radical act of love. From spoon theory to TikTok community-building, Austin brings her signature warmth and wisdom to this candid conversation.
✨ Whether you’re a parent, healing your inner child, or just looking for language that makes you feel seen this episode is for you.
Find Austen:
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/welcome-to-116418701
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theneurospicymompod
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/the_neurospicymama/
🎧 Tune in for:
The power of the word yet and embracing a growth mindset
How trauma shapes our energy, capacity, and identity
Teaching kids to self-advocate and express their emotions
Building community when you’re starting over
The dream of a healing homestead for women and children
