#418: As a women's leadership expert coach, keynote speaker, and bestselling author for over 21 years, I've seen time and time again that Imposter Syndrome is one of the biggest things that gets in the way of brilliant, powerful women rising to the leadership and success they desire (and, quite frankly, deserve).   Listen in to explore:  The difference between how women vs. men experience Imposter Syndrome Proving yourself, comparison and perfectionism How attributing your success to luck contributes to that fraud feeling If you are ready to overcome Imposter Syndrome and own your worth and accomplishments, I have two free resources for you: Begin by taking a free Imposter Syndrome Quiz at www.imposterquiz.com to start unraveling it. Attend my upcoming FREE training: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: 3 Keys to Break Free of Feeling Not Enough at www.uprisingincubator.com/imposter May you always be in tune with the truth of how worthy, brilliant and valuable you are. Also mentioned on the show: My video about the riots in DC

#417: The Amy Ahlers Show is especially for powerful women that are ready to STOP being so darn hard on themselves and end the cycle of burnout, so they can RISE into a leader we can believe in. Show notes for today’s episode can be found at www.AmyAhlersShow.com/417   This is the final show of 2020 and one that we all need. As 2020, one of the most challenging, wild, and intense years ever, is winding her way to a close, let's take some time and space to reflect. Please take the time to listen to this powerful podcast where I take you through a process I’ve been doing for over 25 years, so you can end your year with peace and joy. Make sure you download the workbook that goes with this episode at www.wakeupcallcoach.com/yearend   Tune in and discover:  A powerful 3-part completion process I’ve been doing for over 25 years How to ensure you actually integrate and process the losses, failures and disappointments from 2020 The best way to celebrate your wins, success, and triumphs from 2020   And don’t forget to sign up for my first free training in the new year: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome. You can sign up here: www.amyahlersshow.com/imposter 

#416: The Amy Ahlers Show is especially for powerful women that are ready to STOP being so darn hard on themselves and end the cycle of burnout, so they can RISE into a leader we can believe in. Show notes for today’s episode can be found at www.AmyAhlersShow.com/416   Today’s show is especially for entrepreneurs and business owners. Whether you’re just starting out with a side hustle or have a multi-million dollar business, this show is a MUST LISTEN! I invited my friend, coach, law consultant, and colleague, Ali Katz, to share the most important things we MUST focus on to grow our businesses and minimize our tax liabilities before the end of the year.    Listen in and explore:  Why so many women business owners avoid talking about foundational business things like legal, insurance, finances, and taxes How to make decisions for where you’re going in your business vs. where you are The dirty little secret online business folks don’t talk about when it comes to their big launches and inflated numbers   On the show, Ali also offered all of my listeners her Business Foundation Blueprint for FREE! I highly recommend you receive your copy and fill out the blueprint and then attend Ali’s upcoming masterclass to go deeper.    >>Go here: www.amyahlersshow.com/legal to get your copy now!

#415: The Amy Ahlers Show is especially for powerful women that are ready to STOP being so darn hard on themselves and end the cycle of burnout, so they can RISE into a leader we can believe in. Show notes for today’s episode can be found at www.AmyAhlersShow.com/415   More and more women are finally getting a seat at the table, but are their voices heard? A fascinating new study from BYU shows that women aren’t getting anywhere near equal air time when in group dynamics. Ugh!   Today we explore:  How group dynamics play out for women  Why women need a supermajority in order to be heard The power of interruptions and why it impacts women’s authority in groups   Check out the study I reference in this episode here; https://magazine.byu.edu/article/when-women-dont-speak/   And make sure to sign up for my upcoming free class: The Imposter Illusion at www.amyahlersshow.com/imposter

#414: The Amy Ahlers Show is especially for powerful women that are ready to STOP being so darn hard on themselves and end the cycle of burnout, so they can RISE into a leader we can believe in. Show notes for today’s episode can be found at www.AmyAhlersShow.com/414   Ladies, here is the missing link to why women constantly feel “not enough”! It’s called Patriarchy Stress Disorder and it has blown my mind and expanded my heart in huge ways. You’re going to love today’s podcast featuring the incredible Dr. Valerie.    Dr. Valerie Rein discovered Patriarchy Stress Disorder (PSD) and created the only science-backed system for helping women achieve their ultimate success, happiness, and fulfillment by healing the intergenerational trauma of oppression. She holds an EdM in Psychological Counseling from Columbia University and a PhD in Psychology from the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology. Her bestselling book, Patriarchy Stress Disorder: The Invisible Inner Barrier to Women’s Happiness and Fulfillment has been heralded by Amazon reviewers as "the most important body of literary work of our modern times" and "perhaps the most important book of the century for women." Her cutting-edge programs have helped thousands of women shift from survival to thriving and master the game of "How good can it get?" in their work and personal lives. More about Dr. Valerie at https://www.drvalerie.com/   In this episode, we explore:  The invisible trauma that all women carry, even when they feel like they don’t have any big childhood trauma How your DNA expression is ruling your subconscious...and your beliefs and actions Why women are feeling deeply unfulfilled and dissatisfied even when we supposedly have it all...food in the fridge, shelter, and even careers we love The 5-step system to authentic freedom so you can ponder “how good can it get?”   Dr. Valerie has an upcoming FREE 3-day virtual retreat to help women to release the Patriarchy Stress Disorder in their body. I’ll be attending and I hope you will be there too: www.TheThrivingExperience.com   Plus you can download Free First Chapter of Dr. Valerie’s book “Patriarchy Stress Disorder: The Invisible Inner Barrier to Women’s Happiness and Fulfillment”  - https://drvalerie.lpages.co/free-book-chapter/   Book Resources practices you can start doing now to get on your PSD-healing journey to shift from surviving to thriving and master the game of “How good can it get?”  drvalerie.com/book-resources  

#413: The Amy Ahlers Show is especially for powerful women that are ready to STOP being so darn hard on themselves and end the cycle of burnout, so they can RISE into a leader we can believe in. Show notes for today’s episode can be found at www.AmyAhlersShow.com/413   What does yoga have to do with money, you might ask? Hmmmm...You need to listen into this delightful conversation with the fabulous Edward Vilga!    Edward, a Yale graduate, is the author of 17 bestselling books, DVDs and courses and has over 50,000 students enrolled in his online courses. Edward’s work has been featured in PEOPLE and Oprah’s O MAGAZINE, along with TV shows such as LIVE WITH KELLY, CBS’ EARLY SHOW, and over 100 other publications. His books have been translated into over a dozen languages and his DVDs have been downloaded and viewed over 1 million times. Edward has taught mindfulness practices to countless thousands, mainly in New York City and across America, but also at retreats around the world. He is the Chief Wellness Officer for BenefitSquad, where he creates innovative online wellness programs. And, most importantly, he recently moved to the hipster utopia of Bushwick, New York, and is rarely seen without his chocolate lab, Belle.   In this episode, we explore:  The gifts of groundness and gratitude..including an amazing NEW gratitude practice Why stopping the cycles of shame and avoidance are key to prosperity The truth about separating your self-worth and brilliance from your bank account balance  Edward offered all of my listeners a free PDF copy of his bestselling book, The Yoga of Money. Receive your copy here: www.edwardvilga.com/yogaofmoney  

#412: The Amy Ahlers Show is especially for powerful women that are ready to STOP being so darn hard on themselves and end the cycle of burnout, so they can RISE into a leader we can believe in. Show notes for today’s episode can be found at www.AmyAhlersShow.com/412   The notorious RBG, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, was one of only 4 women to ever sit on the Supreme Court of the United States. Women make up only 3% of justices (4 out of 114) and it’s thanks to RBG that we enjoy so many rights as women. Today we celebrate her and honor her legacy.     Listen in to explore:  The history of Ruth Bader Ginsburg and why she was such a badass How to honor her legacy with inspired actions to take now:  Watch the RBG movie and bask in her glow Sign the MoveOn.org petition to not fill her seat until after the election:  Contact Senators that are most likely to block a confirmation:  Mitt Romney of Utah and Charles E. Grassley of Iowa may be possible dissenters, too, as might Cory Gardner of Colorado. You can contact each of these senators' offices and tell them why you think it's important to postpone the confirmation until after the election. Call all these senators who said they would block voting in a supreme court justice in an election year Donate to organizations that are working to replace Republican Senators such as Flip the Senate or Swing Left.  Donate and become a member of American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)  Help organizations like Families Belong Together  fight for immigrant rights and follow me on Instagram and Facebook, as I’m working with a local group to plan a vigil for those in ICE custody

#411: The Amy Ahlers Show is especially for powerful women that are ready to STOP being so darn hard on themselves and end the cycle of burnout, so they can RISE into a leader we can believe in. Show notes for today’s episode can be found at www.AmyAhlersShow.com/411   This is the final episode of the Aging with Grace Series and I’m so excited to have Jennifer Arthurton on the show. Jennifer is the founder of Old Chicks Know Sh*t, a website, and podcast, that explores the topic of aging with humor and grace. Jennifer had her own midlife reinvention at the age of 50 when she found herself divorced, an empty-nester, unemployed, and bedridden with a serious illness. She knows how daunting it can feel when all the messaging in our culture is telling us that we have somehow become a diminished version of our former selves just because we've reached a certain age.  The truth is we are in fact just coming into the most powerful point in our lives.    In this episode, we explore:    The lost years of womanhood and how to find yourself during them How to stand in your power in midlife and beyond The way to stop downplaying your accomplishments and embrace your wisdom instead   Learn more about Jennifer’s upcoming The Empowerment Intensive at www.oldchicksknowshit.com 

#410: The Amy Ahlers Show is especially for powerful women that are ready to STOP being so darn hard on themselves and end the cycle of burnout, so they can RISE into a leader we can believe in. Show notes for today’s episode can be found at www.AmyAhlersShow.com/410   I don’t know about you, but when I think of going through menopause, I hear the Jaws theme in my head and feel prepared for a descent into hell. But guess what? It doesn’t have to be that way! That’s why I brought on my friend, colleague and expert, Maryon Stewart, to share the truth about hormone hell.    Maryon Stewart is a world-renowned healthcare expert, often referred to as the Pioneer of the Natural Menopause Movement. Over the last 28 years, together with her team, she has helped tens of thousands of women around the world overcome PMS and menopause symptoms with a well-researched approach, without using drugs or hormones. She has written 27 popular self-help books, co-authored a series of medical papers, written regular columns for numerous daily newspapers and magazines, and had her own TV and radio shows.   In January 2018 Maryon Stewart was awarded a British Empire Medal by the Queen and in December 2018 she was voted as one of the 50 most inspirational women in the UK by Femail in the Daily Mail.  She is a mother of four children and now lives with her American husband in Florida and splits her time between home, New York and London. In this episode, we explore:  Why menopause is an injustice to women everywhere How to get out of hormone hell Why menopause is NOT a death sentence and how to create mid-life refuel instead.   Maryon also has a top-notch free webinar coming up where she goes deep on how to create optimum health right now and even takes your questions live. Go to www.amyahlersshow.com/menopause to register for free now!   

#409: The Amy Ahlers Show is especially for powerful women that are ready to STOP being so darn hard on themselves and end the cycle of burnout, so they can RISE into a leader we can believe in. Show notes for today’s episode can be found at www.AmyAhlersShow.com/409   I want to grow old gracefully. I want to embrace the wrinkles on my face and celebrate the privilege of living another year on the planet. But then my Inner Mean Girl comes in with her Big Fat Lies and the dread sets in.    In this episode, we explore:  How to embrace aging with grace and say NO to society’s unrealistic expectations The cure for the “It’s too late” Big Fat Lie Why your aging body is miraculous  Now more than ever, we need to thank our lucky stars for being alive. 

#408: The Amy Ahlers Show is especially for powerful women that are ready to STOP being so darn hard on themselves and end the cycle of burnout, so they can RISE into a leader we can believe in. Show notes for today’s episode can be found at www.AmyAhlersShow.com/408   Have you heard experts talking about what happens when you’re in a car accident and you brace yourself? You tense up, preparing for impact, and it wreaks havoc on your beautiful body and soul. What if you accepted and relaxed instead?    In this episode, we explore:  Why we are all feeling like we’re in slow motion car accident right now How to embrace and surrender and relax into it The #1 thing you must focus on to take radical care of your sweet self   Email me at amy@wakeupcallcoaching.com and let me know your #1 thing! And please do share the Amy Ahlers Show with friends and colleagues...I so appreciate it!  

#407: The Amy Ahlers Show is especially for powerful women that are ready to STOP being so darn hard on themselves and end the cycle of burnout, so they can RISE into a leader we can believe in. Show notes for today’s episode can be found at www.AmyAhlersShow.com/407   How can you embody leadership right now? I brought a special guest, Nisha Moodley, to the show today to explore this important topic. Nisha is an Integrative Leadership Coach and the founder of Global Sisterhood Day. As a mixed-race woman with a background in health & executive coaching, intergenerational & energy healing, and community building, she has a unique understanding of the ecology of leadership and the ability to catalyze deep growth for her clients.    Nisha's been a coach for over a decade, leading mastermind groups, online courses, and nearly 50 retreats, supporting folks to liberate their leadership and weave their gifts in service of our shared vision. You can find her online at NishaMoodley.com   Tune in and discover:  Why we are all leaders and all followers at the same time What your authentic version of leadership is The importance of marginalized voices being heard and Nisha's own experience of “othering”   Nisha has an upcoming free online workshop called Embody Your Leadership: Expand your freedom to show up with vision & devotion. Register for free at www.amyahlersshow.com/root

#406: The Amy Ahlers Show is especially for powerful women that are ready to STOP being so hard on themselves so they can end the never enough cycle and RISE into the leader they were born to be. Show notes for today’s episode can be found at www.AmyAhlersShow.com/406  Jill Wesley is the "secret weapon" for leaders who give major keynotes on massive stages (TEDx, Web Summit, Wisdom 2.0, Women@Google, NPR, and global corporate and industry conferences) She’s an executive speaking coach and strategist for leaders and Fortune 500 companies and the Head of Speaker Coaching at TEDx San Francisco. She coaches people at the top of their professional game to become compelling, sought-after keynote speakers. She combines the Science + Soul of Speaking: digging deep to articulate why you’re doing this work and honing your ability to deliver onstage authentically. More about Jill at https://www.sciencesoulspeaking.com/ Listen in to today’s show to discover:  Jill’s formula of prove it, relate, inspire, and activate What a future maker is and why you want to be one what’s needed in the world today that only you can deliver on    Interested in exploring working with Jill in her Signature Keynote Accelerator program? Email Jill at jill@sciencesoulspeaking.com to set up a complimentary consult to see if you’re a fit.

#405: The Amy Ahlers Show is especially for powerful women that are ready to STOP being so hard on themselves so they can end the never enough cycle and RISE into the leader they were born to be. Show notes for today’s episode can be found at www.AmyAhlersShow.com/405 Inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement, marches and protests happening around the world after the tragic deaths of more unarmed black men, George Floyd and Ahmaud Arbery, and another unarmed black woman, Breonna Taylor, I wanted to bring back two shows from the Race Relations Series I did in 2016 for the Mama Truth Show (the original version of my podcast). For the black people in my community: I see and acknowledge the heartache, trauma, and devastation you're experiencing right now (and have likely experienced your whole life). I want you to know how much I deeply care about you and how much I believe Black Lives Matter. I also want you to know my commitment to continue imperfectly educating myself, as a white privileged woman, in anti-racism work so I can unlearn the ways of white supremacy that I know I benefit from. You and your voice matter so much to me. You belong here and I'm deeply honored you're here. For the white people in my community: Please join me in doing the work that we need to do to become the best allies possible. I'm learning alongside you. We must continue to put our white fragility aside and show up day after day. Will you join me in taking actions, big and small, to help dismantle the systems of racism and oppression? For today’s show, the fantastic Desiree Adaway joins us to help us all learn more about how to celebrate diversity. Desiree is a consultant, trainer, coach, and speaker building resilient, equitable, and inclusive organizations. She holds a vision for people’s lives, workplaces, and communities until they can hold it for themselves. She has over 25 years of experience creating, leading, and managing international, multicultural teams through major organizational changes in over 40 countries.  Listen in to learn:   -how to become a better ally and invite the wholeness of people into your life -what White Supremacy is and how it’s different than racism -how to approach difficult conversations about race and embrace the tension -compelling stories about her own journey as a mom and a black woman.    Make sure to check out Desiree’s work at https://adawaygroup.com/ and I highly recommend following Desiree on Facebook. Her posts are so thought-provoking and profound, they light up my day! https://www.facebook.com/desireeadaway

The Amy Ahlers Show is especially for powerful women that are ready to STOP being so hard on themselves so they can end the never enough cycle and RISE into the leader they were born to be. Show notes for today’s episode can be found at www.AmyAhlersShow.com/404 Inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement, marches and protests happening around the world after the tragic deaths of more unarmed black men, George Floyd and Ahmaud Arbery, and another unarmed black woman, Breonna Taylor, I wanted to bring back two shows from the Race Relations Series I did in 2016 for the Mama Truth Show (the original version of my podcast). Before we dive in I want to share:  For the black people in my community: I see and acknowledge the heartache, trauma, and devastation you're experiencing right now (and have likely experienced your whole life). I want you to know how much I deeply care about you and how much I believe Black Lives Matter. I also want you to know my commitment to continue imperfectly educating myself, as a white privileged woman, in anti-racism work so I can unlearn the ways of white supremacy that I know I benefit from. You and your voice matter so much to me. You belong here and I'm deeply honored you're here. For the white people in my community: Please join me in doing the work that we need to do to become the best allies possible. I'm learning alongside you. We must continue to put our white fragility aside and show up day after day. Will you join me in taking actions, big and small, to help dismantle the systems of racism and oppression? I’ve created an open source document of resources for you at www.mamatruthshow.com/justice  For all in my community: I know this is a time of deep rage, despair, loneliness, and fear. I am sending you love beyond measure. May this breakdown, destruction and burning up lead to the biggest breakthrough this country and world of ours have ever known. Today’s show features Kara Wright, known as America’s first diversity coach. Kara worked as an organizational development consultant specializing in diversity inclusion when she had her daughter. She realized then that she wanted to create a life and community for her that not only honored who she is but one that she would feel connected to both in spite of difference and because of commonality. Tune into today’s show and learn about:  White fragility and white privilege What to do if your child says a racist remark How to have a conversation about race with your family.  All of these topics and MORE are covered in today’s Mama Truth Show featuring America’s first Diversity Coach, Kara Wright, of www.mindhearted.com ​

#403: The Amy Ahlers Show is especially for powerful women that are ready to STOP being so hard on themselves so they can end the never enough cycle and RISE into the leader they were born to be. Show notes for today’s episode can be found at www.AmyAhlersShow.com/403 When Mike Robbins decided to write his 5th book over a year ago he had no idea it would be released during a pandemic. That said, his Inner Wisdom told him the book must be called, “We’re All In This Together”. Interesting, huh?  Tune into today’s show and discover:   The importance of psychological safety and how to create more of it The role of white privilege and racism when it comes to making space for all voices to be heard What self-righteousness has to do with creating connection  Check out Mike’s new book, We’re All In This Together, and his free gifts here: https://mike-robbins.com/together/

#402: The Amy Ahlers Show is especially for powerful women that are ready to STOP being so hard on themselves so they can end the never enough cycle and RISE into the leader they were born to be. Show notes for today’s episode can be found at www.AmyAhlersShow.com/402  For today’s show, I invited my 6-year-old daughter, Evie Rose, to share what it’s been like to move to virtual kindergarten. She shares her truth about it all.   Listen in to hear about:  What makes Evie happy and sad about homeschooling Tips Evie Rose shares for virtual school success, including how to do starfish breathing What’s messy and magical in this 6-year-olds life! It is always a JOY for me to share the wisdom from my kiddos. They are my greatest teachers! I hope you enjoy it. 

#401: The Amy Ahlers Show is especially for powerful women that are ready to STOP being so hard on themselves so they can end the never enough cycle and RISE into the leader they were born to be. Show notes for today’s episode can be found at www.AmyAhlersShow.com/401 For today’s episode, I invited my dear friend, mastermind buddy and fellow self-help author, Andrea Owen to show us the way through the insanity we’re in. Andrea Owen is an author, global speaker, and professional certified life coach who helps high-achieving women let go of perfectionism, control, and isolation and choosing courage and confidence instead. She’s the host of the uber-popular Your Kick-Ass Life podcast and is the proud author of How To Stop Feeling Like Shit: 14 Habits That Are Holding You Back From Happiness (Seal Press/Hachette Books) which has been translated into 18 languages and is available in 22 countries, as well as her inaugural book, 52 Ways to Live a Kick-Ass Life: BS Free Wisdom to Ignite Your Inner Badass and Live the Life You Deserve, (Adams Media/Simon & Schuster).

#400: The Amy Ahlers Show is especially for powerful women that are ready to STOP being so hard on themselves so they can end the never enough cycle and RISE into the leader they were born to be. Show notes for today’s episode can be found at www.AmyAhlersShow.com/400 I came out of hibernation a month early to begin recording new shows for you because I couldn’t stand by and watch this crisis unfold without showing up for you. Today’s show is taken from a live community call I did to help us embrace the messiness and magic of this uncertain time. Grab a journal, pen and some space and dive in! We will:  Truthtell about the horrors and grief, and the gratitude and gifts Breathe, vision and meditate...and maybe even do a dance break Discover a powerful process to release fear and lean into hope Step out of the stress response and step into the relaxation response and boost your immune system Connect with people from around the world in small groups to share and be witnessed I’m so glad to be back with you and I can’t wait to continue to be of service during this time.   

The Amy Ahlers Show is especially for powerful women that are ready to STOP being so hard on themselves, release self-bullying and embrace their Inner Wisdom do they rise and lead.   Where do we go after we die? This question haunted Christina Rasmussen after her beloved husband passed away from cancer at only 35 years old. Christina joins Amy for a quantum conversation about how she connected to her husband in the after-world and how you can do the exact same thing to connect with your loved ones who’ve passed on. Tune into this extraordinary conversation and discover: The brain science behind connecting to the afterlife The holographic model and what it means to you (this is a trip!) Amy’s tearjerker story about journeying to meet her loved ones on the other side Christina created a step-by-step process to help us all connect with our loved ones who’ve transitioned. You’ll be blown away by her book that outlines it all called, “WHERE DID YOU GO? A Life-Changing Journey to Connect with Those We’ve Lost”. It’s available right now and you can receive special bonuses at www.WhereDidYouGoBook.com