You think it’s about the book.
But really? It’s about believing your voice matters.
In this powerful episode, publishing expert Michelle Vandepas joins me to talk about the delicate dance between vulnerability and visibility, the self-trust required to bring your message to life, and the purpose behind the work and the work behind the purpose.
Whether you’re writing a book, building a business, or simply navigating the fear of being seen—this episode will shift the way you think about creativity, authorship, and personal growth.
About Our Guest: Michelle Vandepas is an author, speaker, and purpose-driven publishing consultant who has helped thousands of writers bring their books, and their deeper message, to life. As co-founder of GracePoint Publishing, she’s been involved in over 150 book projects and works closely with thought leaders to align their purpose with a meaningful publishing path.
With 45 years of experience in publishing, marketing, and coaching, Michelle brings a blend of practical guidance and intuitive insight to her work. She lives in the Colorado mountains with her family, 40 goldfish, and the occasional visit from a bear or mountain lion. Whether she’s walking in nature or traveling, Michelle is always exploring new ways to support people in living and creating with authenticity and impact.
Be sure to checkout The Divine & Dangerous Checklist- your tool to assess where you stand and where you need to step up. Link here: https://michellevandepas.com/divine-and-dangerous/
She also has a weekly open-writing session with Authors!
What to Expect:
Dedicated Writing Time – A focused co-working space to write, organize, or plan your next steps.
End-of-Session Discussion – Share progress, challenges, and helpful tips.
Supportive Community – Connect with fellow writers and stay accountable.
Check it out here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1084347385401705
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You’ve had success before—so why does it feel like this time, it’s not working?
When things don’t go as planned, it’s tempting to blame strategy, question your capability, or even reconsider your goal altogether. But what if the real issue isn’t the strategy at all?
In this episode, we uncover why smart, capable entrepreneurs struggle with follow-through, the hidden cost of overthinking and self-doubt, and—most importantly—the self-trust shift that makes success inevitable.
Key Takeaways:
✔ Why business success feels different—even if you’ve been successful before.
✔ How overthinking and self-doubt drain your energy and keep you stuck.
✔ The real reason strategy alone won’t work without self-trust.
✔ How to shift your confirmation bias to start seeing proof that you can succeed.
✔ Simple, actionable ways to build self-trust and start following through today.
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Zach Smith isn’t just building a travel company—he’s building a trust network across cultures.
In this episode, we explore how presence, connection, and intention shape not just better travel—but better leadership and living. Zach shares how discomfort, idealism, and a breakdown in Costa Rica all helped shape the path to Anywhere.com. You’ll leave with powerful reminders about alignment, curiosity, and the value of showing up fully wherever you are.
About Our Guest: Zach Smith is the founder and CEO of Anywhere, a human-powered travel company redefining how people explore the world.
Nearly 20 years ago, a series of serendipitous encounters while traveling spoke deeply to Zach’s heart and reshaped his path. What began as spontaneous connection became a lifelong calling: to build bridges between cultures through more meaningful travel.
Today, Anywhere operates as a vertically integrated trust network across multiple countries. Zach believes technology should scale empathy—not replace it—and that the best trips are still built on human trust, not algorithms. His mission is to give travelers back their presence—to feel safe, seen, and truly immersed in every moment."Be sure to checkout Anywhere.com for your next adventure in presence and connection and connect with Zach on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/anywhereincceo/recent-activity/all/
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What do setting crab nets in Louisiana and rebuilding carburetors in my dad’s garage (or mom's dining room table) have to do with your business and leadership today?
More than you think.
In this episode of The Self Trust Solution, I’m taking you back to the ordinary (and sometimes messy) places where I unknowingly learned self-trust—doing hard things with joy, stepping outside my comfort zone, honoring commitments, and following through.
These stories aren’t just nostalgic; they’re proof that you already have evidence of self-trust in your life. And when you build your business on that foundation, effort becomes rooted, follow-through becomes meaningful, and success becomes sustainable.
We’ll explore:
Why joy makes hard work feel lighter
How “blissful ignorance” is a self-trust strategy
Why ordinary past experiences hold extraordinary clues for your future success
The 3 skills you need to achieve anything with clarity and confidence
Whether you’re leading a team, running a business, or simply trying to follow through on your own goals—you’ll walk away seeing yourself differently.
📌 Mentioned in this episode:
Self Trust Strategy Snapshot™ — Get instant clarity on your next best move.
Self Trust Boost™ — A 7-day experience to reconnect with your self-trust.
The Self Trust Solution Podcast — Explore more episodes and resources.
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If you’ve ever felt like you’re waiting for confidence before you take action—or like one more credential, title, or strategy will finally make you feel ready—this episode is your invitation to rethink the whole approach.
Katie Pulsifer, Master Certified Coach and mentor to thousands of coaches and leaders, joins me to talk about confidence, discomfort, values-driven business, and how self-trust—not perfection—is what builds true leadership.
We talk about what it really means to lead from presence, why self-trust is more than a buzzword, and the surprising power of embracing our flaws while owning our worth.
If you’re chasing readiness, second-guessing your path, or wondering whether you can really do this—press play. This one will bring you home to yourself.
Be sure to get your copy of Katie's 80 Heart Led Coaching Questions at https://katiepulsifercoaching.myflodesk.com/heart and join her awesome You Are Golden substack at https://katiepulsifercoaching.substack.com
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Most entrepreneurs and leaders think “having your own back” just means being nice to yourself or cutting yourself some slack.
But in reality—it’s a strategic advantage that changes how you approach every goal, decision, and challenge on your path to success.
In this episode of The Self Trust Solution Podcast, Dawn Ledet breaks down why having your own back is more than self-care—it’s an operating system for sustainable success. You’ll learn how self-trust helps you make firm decisions, follow through when it’s uncomfortable, and stop letting momentary setbacks or “now comforts” derail your long-term vision.
You’ll discover how to:
Replace drama with data so you can adjust strategically instead of starting over.
Use both wins and misses as fuel for your next best move.
Anticipate resistance without losing momentum.
Celebrate the discomfort you’ve moved through as much as the results you’ve created.
When you have your own back, you stop abandoning your vision in the messy middle.
You make success inevitable—not because it’s always smooth, but because it’s always strategic.
Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode:
🎯 Join The Follow-Through Formula → theselftrustcoach.com/followthrough
🎧 Listen to previous episodes on decision-making, execution, and self-support to build your Self Trust Success Cycle.
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🚀 And if you’re ready to Decide + Do when it comes to your next goal- grab the free Decide + Do Guide and Audio companion to make your next move clear, confident and aligned.
What if your purpose didn’t have to stay the same forever—and what if doing less didn’t mean you mattered less?
In this heartfelt episode, ministry leader and podcast host Abigail Gagnon opens up about how chronic illness forced her to rethink everything: her identity, her work, and what it means to live with purpose.
Whether you’re struggling with burnout, unexpected change, or the pressure to “do more,” this episode will meet you where you are and remind you that your worth was never up for debate.
Be sure to listen to Abigail's BeYOUtiful legacy podcast and check out her website at https://msha.ke/beyoutifullegacy
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If you’ve ever stalled on a goal you deeply care about, this episode is for you. We unpack the real reason follow-through breaks down—and it’s not lack of time or discipline.
Dawn shares
You’ll walk away with the mindset shift and free framework to finally move forward—with clarity, not pressure.
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Ever wonder if podcasting is really worth it? Whether you're a business owner, thought leader, or just tired of your message getting lost in the scroll—this episode is for you.
Donna Eade, host of the Mindset & Action podcast and podcast mentor with over 300 episodes under her belt, joins us to share how podcasting builds not just authority, but clarity, confidence, and connection.
We explore the power of owning your narrative, why podcasting is still an untapped opportunity (despite what your feed might say), and how sharing your voice can strengthen your self-trust and fast-track your goals—without the burnout.
Be sure to grab Donna's masterclass called Understanding the Power of Podcasting at https://donnaeade.com/masterclass
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🚀 And if you’re ready to take this work further and build the self-trust to move forward with confidence, join me in The Follow-Through Formula—your space to simplify strategy, master follow-through, and create unstoppable success. Learn more at www.theselftrustcoach.com
Have you ever found yourself frustrated because something should be different than it is? Whether it’s a relationship, a job, or even your computer freezing at the worst moment, so much of our frustration comes from resisting reality. In this episode, I break down the “Should Factor”—the hidden energy drain that keeps us stuck in cycles of frustration and resentment. You’ll learn how to stop arguing with reality (without pretending to like it), reclaim your energy, and make decisions that truly support you moving forward.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
Until next time, trust yourself- because you can!
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Did you know, the best way to get what you want is to grow your self trust?
There are only 3 skills you need to achieve anything, only 3 obstacles to overcome and when fueled by self trust, you become unstoppable!
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If you’re holding back on your goals because of conflict, confusion, or emotional exhaustion in your relationships—you’re not broken. But you may be operating on someone else’s page.
In this episode of The Self Trust Solution Podcast, relationship coach Priyanka Thakan shares a simple but powerful mindset shift: how to identify and act on your pockets of power—the choices you can make, even when the situation feels out of your hands.
For high-achieving women who are stalling on their goals or losing focus due to emotional weight—this episode will help you reset your attention, reclaim your agency, and move forward with clarity.
Because self-trust isn’t just for your business—it’s for your whole life.
Be sure to grab your free call to uncover your unique pockets of power wtih Priyanka at https://www.priyankacoaching.com/services-4
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🚀 And if you’re ready to take this work further and build the self-trust to move forward with confidence, join me in The Follow-Through Formula—your space to simplify strategy, master follow-through, and create unstoppable success. Learn more at www.theselftrustcoach.com
You set a goal with the best of intentions, but now you’re realizing you’re not where you thought you’d be. What now? Do you push harder, give up, or pretend you never really wanted it?
In this episode, we explore how to adjust your goals without self-judgment, self-doubt, or abandoning them altogether. You’ll learn how to use data instead of drama, make strategic pivots without feeling like a failure, and move forward with clarity and confidence—no matter when or why life throws you a curveball.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Adjusting your goal isn’t failure—it’s a strategic move based on real data.
✅ Self-judgment wastes valuable energy that could be used for progress.
✅ Recommit, adjust, or release—but whatever you choose, have your own back.
✅ You’re not starting over. You’re refining your path with more knowledge than before.
No matter where you are in your journey, remember: success isn’t about following a rigid plan—it’s about adapting, learning, and trusting yourself to make the best decisions for you.
You’re not behind. You’re exactly where you need to be.
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What if anxiety didn’t mean something’s wrong with you—but something is speaking to you?
In this powerful episode, Dr. Robyn Graham shares how she’s learned to navigate anxiety as a parent, leader, and faith-based business owner without letting it define her. We explore tools for nervous system regulation, reframing inner dialogue, leading from self-awareness, and releasing the pressure to always have the answers.
Whether you experience anxiety daily or want to support someone who does, this episode offers practical wisdom rooted in compassion, consistency, and self-trust.
Be sure to listen to The Robyn Graham podcast and check out her free eBook, Alleviate Anxiety by Developing Healthy Habits for a Healthy Mind, at therobyngraham.com/resources
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🚀 And if you’re ready to take this work further and build the self-trust to move forward with confidence, join me in The Follow-Through Formula—your space to simplify strategy, master follow-through, and create unstoppable success. Learn more at www.theselftrustcoach.com
The personalized, repeatable operating system for high-achieving entrepreneurs and leaders who want clarity, consistency, and unstoppable momentum.
Most success strategies focus on what to do.
But real, sustainable growth comes from how you operate—and who you trust to lead the process.
In this episode of The Self Trust Solution™ Podcast, Dawn breaks down the Self Trust Success Cycle™, a powerful system that helps high performers make clear decisions, follow through strategically, and build self-support that grows with them.
You’ll learn:
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Ready to strengthen your self-trust and take action with clarity? Join the FREE 7-Day Self Trust Boost to jumpstart your confidence and follow-through. And if you’re ready to dive in and build unshakable self-trust, The Self Trust Lab is waiting for you. 🚀
Head to theselftrustcoach.com to get started!
What if the key to growing your business wasn’t hustle—but trust?
In this episode, business strategist and podcast host Holly Haynes joins me to share the powerful mindset shifts that helped her walk away from 22 years in corporate strategy to build a life-first business. We explore how she scaled to six figures and beyond without relying on social media, and how self-trust helped her ditch the “shoulds” and build a business that actually fits her life.
Inside, we talk about:
✔ The mindset shift behind her Anti-Social School launch
✔ Letting go of the corporate model to trust her own flow
✔ Defining wins beyond revenue (hello, school drop-offs and real weekends!)
✔ How to make decisions that feel good without falling behind
✔ The difference between time management and true time freedom
Whether you're working part-time, juggling family life, or just tired of doing business someone else’s way—this episode is your permission slip to scale with strategy, simplicity, and self-trust.
Be sure to listen to Crush the Rush podcast and check out everything Holly has going on from anti social school to launch strategies at www.hollyhaynes.com
Mentioned in this episode:
Ditch the Social Drama Private Podcast
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Stop spiraling. Start evaluating.
Learn how to use every result—yes, even the uncomfortable ones—as fuel for forward momentum.
Ever taken action, gotten a disappointing result, and immediately made it mean something about you?
In this episode of The Self Trust Solution Podcast, Dawn introduces the “Do It for Data” concept and shows you how to replace reactive spirals with strategic evaluation. You’ll learn how to extract useful insights from every action—so you can refine, improve, and make powerful next decisions without drama.
Whether you're building a business, launching a new offer, or shifting your strategy, this episode will help you evaluate like a high-performer rooted in self-trust—not self-judgment.
🎯 You’ll learn:
If you’re ready to take the emotion out of evaluation and start learning from everything you do, this episode is your next step.
📥 Want to go deeper?
Join The Follow-Through Formula™ and get access to the full evaluation lesson and tool that helps you apply this in real time:
👉 theselftrustcoach.com/followthrough
✨ Next up: Before we dive into the next powerful concept, we have an awesome guest episode coming your way!
Join me and Holly Haynes as she shares her Anti-Social approach to scaling your business without burnout.
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Many introverts grow up believing their quiet nature is a weakness—but what if it's actually their greatest strength?
In this episode, I sit down with David Hall, the creator of Quiet and Strong, to break down the biggest misconceptions about introverts and how they can leverage their natural abilities for success. We’ll discuss why self-awareness is the key to productivity, how introverts can set boundaries that prevent burnout, and practical strategies for thriving in a world that often rewards the loudest voices. If you’ve ever doubted your introversion, this conversation will help you see it as a superpower.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
To learn more about David and the work he does, check out the Quiet and Strong Podcast and learn to embrace introversion or understand the introverts in your life. https://quietandstrong.com/the-quiet-and-strong-podcast/🎧 Like the show? LEAVE US A REVIEW wherever you listen!📩 Have a question? CONTACT US at admin@theselftrustcoach.com!
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Why anticipating obstacles builds resilience, not pessimism—and how to plan for real-life roadblocks before they derail your goals.
Obstacles don’t mean you’re off track—they mean you’re on it. But if you’re not planning for the challenges that show up along the way, even the best strategy can crumble under pressure.
In this episode of The Self Trust Solution Podcast, Dawn shares her signature framework—the Obstacle Abatement Plan™—and how it helps high-achieving entrepreneurs and leaders stop spinning out when things get hard and start building momentum that lasts.
You’ll learn:
✅Why obstacles are inevitable (and not a sign of failure)
✅How to reduce overwhelm and decision fatigue when setbacks happen
✅Why Dawn’s most consistent obstacle wasn’t a task—it was a feeling (discouragement)
✅How to create a simple, strategic plan that keeps you on track when resistance hits
✅Why planning for obstacles is one of the most powerful ways to build self-trust
Whether you’re working on a big professional goal or recovering from a detour, this episode will help you stay grounded, focused, and forward-moving—no matter what comes your way.
🎯 Want to build your own Obstacle Abatement Plan™ inside a full goal strategy that actually works?
Join The Self Trust Lab while strategy coaching is still included: theselftrustcoach.com/theselftrustlab
✨ Next up: Before we dive into the next tool, we have a powerful guest episode coming your way!
Join me and David Hall as he shares the power of introversion and how much of what we think limits us can actually be a superpower. You don’t want to miss it.
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What if procrastination wasn’t a flaw, but a signal?
In this episode of The Self Trust Solution Podcast, former film executive turned tech entrepreneur Steven Puri shares how high-pressure Hollywood deadlines taught him powerful lessons about productivity, creativity, and deep focus.
Now the founder of The Sukha Company—a focus platform designed to create more joy in work—Steven reveals practical and surprising tools that help you get more done with less stress.
You’ll walk away with new ways to break through resistance, beat distraction, and create meaningful progress, even if you’re not feeling motivated.
Learn more about Steven & the app at https://www.thesukha.co/
Mentioned on the episode:
📖Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
🎙️Episode #117 of The Self Trust Solution Podcast on Boundaries with Andelin Price
⭐About our guest:
Steven is the Founder and CEO of The Sukha Company with the mission to help millions of
people find their focus, achieve more and have a healthy work life.
Steven's career started as a newscaster/interviewer for the #1 youth news show in the
DC/Baltimore market (on WTTG-TV) and then as a junior software engineer & Thomas J.
Watson Scholar at IBM. After attending USC in Los Angeles, he began working in film
production and produced computer-generated visual effects for 14 movies including
Independence Day which won the Academy Award for Visual Effects.
Steven’s first tech company was Centropolis Effects that produced those CGI effects, and he
eventually sold it to the German media conglomerate Das Werk when he was 28.
Steven then produced some indie films and eventually went studio-side to develop and produce
live-action features as a VP of Development & Production at 20th Century Fox (running the Die
Hard and Wolverine franchises) and an EVP at DreamWorks Pictures for Kurtzman-Orci
Productions where he worked on Star Trek, Transformers and more.
After Fox, Steven returned to building tech companies and founded The Sukha Company -
‘sukha’ means ‘happiness from self-fulfillment’ in Sanskrit. The Sukha is a focus app that
bundles all the tools necessary to have a focused experience and a healthy, productive
workday.
Steven lives in Austin, TX now.www.TheSukha.co
If you’ve ever set a goal with a deadline… only to immediately feel behind—you’re not alone. Most goal timelines are based on fantasy, fear, or urgency—not the actual steps it takes to succeed.
In this episode of The Self Trust Solution™ Podcast, we introduce the Success Date Calculator™, a self-trust-powered framework for creating goal timelines that are grounded, doable, and motivating.
You’ll learn:
This isn’t about playing small—it’s about setting yourself up for sustainable success with self-trust at the core.
Whether you're launching something big, writing a book, or finally tackling a goal that’s been hanging over your head, this episode will help you build a timeline that works for you—not against you.
🎯 Want the printable Success Date Starter Sheet™?
Grab it HERE
✨ Next up: Before we dive into the next tool, the Obstacle Abatement Plan™, we have a powerful guest episode coming your way!
Join me and Steven Puri what he learned about procrastination and productivity working in Hollywood. You don’t want to miss it.
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