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The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
Dr. Heather Penny
89 episodes
1 week ago
It’s easy to look like a great leader on the outside while quietly falling apart within. In this episode, executive coach Brian Taylor shares his journey from high performance to personal breakdown as well as how rediscovering his faith, family, and inner peace transformed the way he leads. Heather and Brian unpack what happens when achievement outpaces what you want to be doing, why slowing down can actually make you stronger, and how self-leadership begins with emotional and spiritual hones...
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It’s easy to look like a great leader on the outside while quietly falling apart within. In this episode, executive coach Brian Taylor shares his journey from high performance to personal breakdown as well as how rediscovering his faith, family, and inner peace transformed the way he leads. Heather and Brian unpack what happens when achievement outpaces what you want to be doing, why slowing down can actually make you stronger, and how self-leadership begins with emotional and spiritual hones...
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Mental Health
Arts,
Education,
Books,
Self-Improvement,
Health & Fitness
Episodes (20/89)
The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
089 Rebuilding from the Inside Out with Brian Taylor | Finding Strength Beyond Success
It’s easy to look like a great leader on the outside while quietly falling apart within. In this episode, executive coach Brian Taylor shares his journey from high performance to personal breakdown as well as how rediscovering his faith, family, and inner peace transformed the way he leads. Heather and Brian unpack what happens when achievement outpaces what you want to be doing, why slowing down can actually make you stronger, and how self-leadership begins with emotional and spiritual hones...
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1 week ago
53 minutes

The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
088 Leading from the Inside Out with Kimberly Miller: How Self-Awareness Unlocks Clarity, Confidence, and Courage
We all hold clarity, confidence, and courage within us—they’re not earned, they’re uncovered. In this episode, Dr. Heather Penny talks with Kimberly Miller, co-author of Boundaries for Your Soul, about how true leadership starts from the inside out. Together they explore how self-awareness, compassion, and a healthy inner dialogue can transform the way we lead. Learn how to quiet your inner critic, embrace your true self, and lead with strength, tenderness, and peace. Step into The Life You'r...
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3 weeks ago
56 minutes

The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
087 Leadership Starts Within with Jennifer Draughon: A Conversation on Truth, Trust, and Transparency
Join Dr. Heather Penny and Neptune’s President, Jennifer Draughon, as they unpack what it means to lead from the inside out. They dive into overcoming false beliefs, building trust, and finding the courage for tough conversations. If you’ve faced self-doubt, conflict, or burnout in leadership, this episode will equip you with practical insights to lead with authenticity, responsibility, and resilience. It's not about perfection—it’s about responsibility. They discuss how leaders can create en...
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1 month ago
53 minutes

The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
086 Leading with Your Whole Self: Authentic Leadership with Heather & Darren Penny
Join Heather Penny and her husband, Darren, as they explore what it means to lead with your whole self. From mentors who shaped their paths to the daily choices that keep us aligned, they share how authenticity, integrity, and wholeness transform leadership. Walk away encouraged to slow down, listen to your life, and give yourself permission to lead with courage and peace. Step into The Life You're Made For, I'm cheering you on! heatherpenny.com @heatherpennyphd Music & Production by Jaso...
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1 month ago
52 minutes

The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
085 The Joy of Missing Out with Audrey Kostka
As the series on relationships and this season of The Life Your Made For wraps up, join Audrey Kostka and Dr. Heather Penny as they talk about how life long relationships lead to amazing things! In The Life You’re Made For, Heather talk about the “tire swing”—those moments that remind us of simple joy. Sometimes people forget what brings them life. They get so caught up in doing that they forget how to be. Everyone has to shut down the mind chatter to really ask: What makes me fee...
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4 months ago
50 minutes

The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
084 Connection Beyond the Surface with Kelley Gray
If you’ve ever felt your friendships shift as life changes—like when your kids leave the nest, your schedule empties (or overflows), or you crave connection beyond surface-level chats—this episode will speak to you deeply. For this podcast conversation, we turn the tables with Kelley Gray interviewing Heather. It is a warm, honest conversation about adult friendships: the longing for deeper bonds, the awkwardness of reaching out, and the vulnerability of naming what you need. We talk about “f...
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4 months ago
52 minutes

The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
083 Creating Sacred Spaces with Darren Penny
In part 2 of It’s All About Relationships, Heather and Darren explore what makes a relationship truly sacred—not because it’s perfect or forever, but because it meets us at just the right moment in our lives. When a connection endures through changing seasons, it becomes something rare and deeply meaningful. We ask a question that keeps guiding us back to the heart of connection: Does the person across from me feel cared for, seen, and heard? From small gestures like remembering the little th...
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5 months ago
53 minutes

The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
082 Relationships are the Foundation
In this first episode of It’s All About Relationships, we explore the powerful role relationships play in our lives—from work and friendships to family and romantic partnerships. Learn how to build trust, communicate clearly, and navigate challenges with intention and grace. Whether you’re seeking more authentic connections or looking to strengthen existing bonds, this episode offers practical tools and heartfelt wisdom to help you grow in your relationships with purpose and love. If you like...
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5 months ago
51 minutes

The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
081 Pivotal Life Moments with Sharol Josephson
Who do you turn to when you're walking through pivotal life moments? In my latest podcast episode, I sit down with Sharol Josephson, a relationship coach, mentor, and trusted guide known for her deep wisdom and heart-centered approach. Sharol has spent years walking with people through pivotal life moments—from career crossroads to relationship struggles—and brings a wealth of insight into what it means to truly support others. With a passion for helping people thrive, she unpacks the power o...
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6 months ago
55 minutes

The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
080 Connection and Vulnerability with Darren Penny
Who is one of your favorite people to talk with? I had a fun conversation about good guides with one of my all-time favorite people, my husband, Darren Penny. You’ll hear us discuss the role of guides in our lives—how to seek them, how to be one, and how to navigate life with humility, courage, connection and vulnerability. Through personal stories, like Darren’s search for guidance in the absence of a father, we explore the deep need for relational wisdom during seasons of vulnerability.&nbs...
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6 months ago
53 minutes

The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
079 Guidance Through Plot Twists with Alyssa Gluck
Do you have a friendship that spans many seasons and plot twists of your life? Marriage, children, parenting, launching kids, career intersections, faith. You know, all the biggies. Someone you've had the privilege of being up close and personal with through the highs and lows. Alyssa Gluck is that person in my life. Alyssa is a credentialed teacher, holds a graduate degree in leadership, and works as an educational specialist for homeschool families. In our conversation, we reflect on how li...
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7 months ago
37 minutes

The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
078 Guided by Wisdom with Kelley Gray
Do you have a person in your life that you can say anything to with zero filter, and you know you will be understood? Kelley Gray is this type of person. She listens compassionately and leaves her judgment at the door. All while offering valuable insight and discernment, guided by wisdom. That’s why I loved including her in my podcast series, Good Guides. I have appreciated my friendship with Kelley over the years. We met when I needed some clear guidance. The direction I received from her st...
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7 months ago
40 minutes

The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
077 The Power of Presence with Michelle Riddell
Do you have a friend that you may not speak to for months or even years, but when you do talk, it’s like you pick up right where you left off? That’s how it is with my good friend Michelle Riddell. She knows the power of presence, and she has been a welcome presence in my life. Michelle also has a reputation as a leader for inspiring and empowering people working on executive teams in global marketing organizations. What I admire most is her personal vision statement, ”I lead my life honorabl...
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8 months ago
45 minutes

The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
076 My Word for the Year 2025
When I announced that I'd be sharing my word for the year 2025, I asked you all to share what words you have chosen. Thank you for sharing them with me! I am so inspired by your intentional growth. I have heard words like... FreedomLoveWisdomCourageFocusPresencePowerFaithAmplifyResultsMissionGrowLiveBe…and even one who wants to keep it private because they are too sacred and personal to share their word out loud. What a powerful year each individual will have with words like these! I ca...
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8 months ago
27 minutes

The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
075 Finding Good Guides
When was the last time you got some great guidance? Maybe you were starting a new business or sorting out a relationship. But the counsel you received shifted it all in a positive direction and helped you see things dramatically different. This is what Good Guides can do for us. They are people who are further along the journey than you, but have something to offer that you don’t have at the moment— to see things differently or explore new possibilities that encourage you to take new risks an...
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9 months ago
44 minutes

The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
074 Being Part Of The Story with Jason Squires
How do you feel about your creative abilities? Are you someone who sees yourself as creative, not creative at all, or have you never really thought about it? What does creativity have to do with being part of the story of humanity? I wanted to speak to my friend Jason Squires about all of this. Jason is a coach who works with leaders who create. Starting in the music industry, Jason has been teaching, singing, and traveling around the United States supporting music leaders. This eventually ...
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9 months ago
46 minutes

The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
073 From Scarcity to Hope with Dawn Neldon
Have you ever known a person that has the ability to be totally honest with themselves and doesn’t flinch at the uncomfortable truths surfacing? This is who I know Dawn Neldon to be. Which is why I asked her to join me in my Beliefs series to talk about going from scarcity to hope. I have watched Dawn over the years face some hard truths– no matter how unsettling– and most importantly, do something about it. Her transformation from a mindset of scarcity to hope has been a joy to witness. Th...
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9 months ago
50 minutes

The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
072 Hope and Whimsy with Bob Goff
It is always so great to sit down and chat with Bob Goff! In this episode we are talking about hope and whimsy. And let me tell you, the wisdom just pours out. Bob has such a gift for taking high ideals and turning them into practical realities. My favorite phrase in the whole conversation is "Hope without a plan is just a wish". Bob is also the biggest cheerleader I have ever met. I'm privileged to call Bob a friend and mentor and have seen first hand how his wisdom and guidance can help cat...
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10 months ago
45 minutes

The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
071 You Are Not Alone with Lauren Swenson
Do you need to be reminded that you are not alone? This week I’m pleased to introduce you to my dear friend, Lauren Swenson. Lauren and I have been friends for decades and walked through the many seasons of jobs, children, crises, and celebrations that make up the fabric of our lives. What I’ve always appreciated about her is her loyalty, wisdom, faithfulness and authenticity. So, I thought she would be great to join my series on Beliefs. Listen in as we share insights we’ve learned along the...
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11 months ago
1 hour

The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
070 You Are Made For More with Ryan Ross & Cody Vermillion
This week I talk with my good friends, Cody Vermillion and Ryan Ross. Two faith leaders and entrepreneurs from San Diego CA. We talk about our beliefs around work, family, creativity, our passion for serving humanity, and how we are all made for more. You’ll see why I chose them to be a part of this series on Beliefs. And I can reassure you that after knowing them for years, they are the real deal. They “live out” what they believe. No matter what beliefs you hold or where you are in your f...
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11 months ago
1 hour 8 minutes

The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny
It’s easy to look like a great leader on the outside while quietly falling apart within. In this episode, executive coach Brian Taylor shares his journey from high performance to personal breakdown as well as how rediscovering his faith, family, and inner peace transformed the way he leads. Heather and Brian unpack what happens when achievement outpaces what you want to be doing, why slowing down can actually make you stronger, and how self-leadership begins with emotional and spiritual hones...