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PLAN GOAL PLAN | Goals, Transformation for Women, Mindful Time Management, Balance, Working Moms

PLAN GOAL PLAN | Goals, Transformation for Women, Mindful Time Management, Balance, Working Moms

By: Danielle McGeough PhD | Burnout Recovery Strategist
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 ** Top 1.5% Globally Ranked Podcast ** You know that feeling—when life looks full of achievement, but something inside still feels... off-script? Welcome to the Plan Goal Plan Podcast, where we turn planning and goal setting into a ritual of self-revelation and intentional living. I’m Danielle McGeough—professor, mom, recovering overachiever, and ritual nerd. After years of chasing big goals and crossing off endless to-do lists, I hit a milestone—and felt completely unmoored. That’s when I stopped planning to prove myself, and started planning to be myself. Each episode offers tools, insights, and rituals to help you: Set meaningful goals that reflect who you truly are Create intentional routines that support joy and purpose Turn everyday planning into a powerful personal growth practice Feel focused and fulfilled—without the burnout Whether you’re leading a team, managing a household, or navigating change, this podcast will help you reclaim your time, reimagine your goals, and build a life that feels lived-in—not just productive. Let’s plan a life that feels like yours—on purpose, with heart, and one gentle step at a time. Learn more: https://www.plangoalplan.com/ Email: support@plangoalplan.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-mcgeough-phd-b673334Copyright 2022 All rights reserved. Economics Parenting & Families Personal Development Personal Success Relationships
Episodes
  • What Happens When You Stop Pushing and Start Feeling: Emotional Awareness as a Leadership Skill | Ep. 273

    What Happens When You Stop Pushing and Start Feeling: Emotional Awareness as a Leadership Skill | Ep. 273
    Dec 23 2025
    Y'all, this conversation completely wrecked me in the best way. I sat down with Collin Jewett—someone whose orbit I desperately wanted to be in after just one 15-minute conversation—and we went DEEP. Collin is the host of Superhuman Academy podcast, and he has this incredible gift: he sees beauty in people that others overlook. And not in a cheesy, motivational-poster kind of way. In a real, grounded, "I'm going to create spaces where isolated people can connect" kind of way. We talked about everything from his childhood on the playground looking for kids who needed friends, to why adult men are struggling with deep friendships, to what it means to be "not afraid of feeling any feelings." What we explored in this conversation: Why so many men lack deep friendships (and what that costs them)The difference between "positive judgment" and actually seeing beauty in someoneHow Collin learned his facial expressions were making people think he hated themWhy cooperative play matters for adult male friendshipsThe practice of actually answering "How are you?" with real emotional check-insWhat happens when you don't have an inner critic (and why that's not narcissism)The cost of dissociation and "just doing the thing" without honoring emotionsHow emotions are both informational feedback AND motivating energy This episode is for you if: You're a woman wondering how to support the men in your life (partners, sons, friends)You struggle with adult friendships and feel isolatedYou're curious about emotional intelligence and vulnerabilityYou're tired of the "just push through your feelings" approach to goalsYou want to learn how to see beauty—in yourself and others—without judgment Collin shared something that stopped me in my tracks: Most conversations men have are purely logistical. Work is problem-solving. Family conversations are scheduling. And when he asks men when they last had a deep conversation, they often say it's the conversation they're having with him RIGHT THEN—sometimes for the first time in a decade. We also got beautifully weird talking about Northern Lights, asymmetrical eyebrows, the "Blue Crew" in high school, and why liking yourself doesn't make you a narcissist (my therapist had to tell me this too, apparently). This conversation left me feeling appreciative, contemplative, and deeply curious. I hope it does the same for you. Connect with Collin: Podcast: Superhuman AcademyEmail: collin@superhumanacademy.com Resources: Sense the Possibilities Planner & Journal (20+ worksheets to help you connect with yourself before setting goals)Plan Goal Plan 2026 Weekly PlannerJoin the January Plan Goal Plan Retreat at Sign Up Here Connect with me: Email: support@plangoalplan.comFacebook Group: Join HereWebsite: PlanGoalPlan.comLinkedIn: (I post most here!) www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-mcgeough-phd-🗓️-b673334
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    36 mins
  • The 20-Minute Money Ritual That Stopped Our Money Fights | Ep. 272

    The 20-Minute Money Ritual That Stopped Our Money Fights | Ep. 272
    Dec 18 2025
    Y'all, I'm SO excited about this conversation! If you've ever fought with your partner about money, this episode is about to change your life. I'm joined by Joe Saul-Sehy, the hilarious co-host of Stacking Benjamins (named America's top personal finance podcast!), and he's sharing the simple 20-minute weekly money ritual that transformed his marriage—and stopped the money fights. Here's the truth: My husband and I discovered we were paying for TWO Disney+ accounts. For YEARS. And we couldn't even remember the passwords. 🤦‍♀️ But after implementing Joe's ritual? We're actually excited about our money meetings now. In this episode, you'll learn: The exact 20-minute weekly money ritual that stops couples from fighting about financesHow to make money conversations judgment-free (even when your partner buys "stupid movies" and you buy board games)Why weekly beats monthly for money check-ins (and why it should never go over 20 minutes!)The "allowance hack" that lets you both have guilt-free spending moneyHow to make money talks cozy and fun (pancakes at IHOP or wine at home—your choice!)Why automation beats discipline EVERY time when it comes to saving moneyThe brilliant "friction strategy" for protecting your emergency fund Joe's Best Money Hacks: Open your banking app together and just talk through last week's purchasesSet a 20-minute timer and STOP when it goes off (consistency > perfection)Give each other "no judgment" allowances for your personal spendingWhen you cancel a subscription, immediately automate that amount to savingsMake your emergency fund hard to access (seriously—no debit card, no online access) The game-changer? Joe shows us how these tiny 20-minute conversations open the door for bigger money talks to happen naturally—on hikes, over dinner, anywhere. Because you're handling the small stuff weekly, the big stuff doesn't feel so scary anymore. Resources Mentioned: Stacking Benjamins PodcastMonarch Money app (budgeting tool Joe and his wife use)Joe's free guide to finding money in your budget you didn't know you had (link in show notes!) Connect with Joe: Website: stackingbenjamins.comInstagram: @stackingbenjaminspodcastFacebook: @istackbenjaminsTikTok: @stackingbenjamins Resources: Sense the Possibilities Planner & Journal (20+ worksheets to help you connect with yourself before setting goals)Plan Goal Plan 2026 Weekly PlannerQuarterly Plan Goal Plan Your Year Retreats (dates at plangoalplan.com/retreats) Connect with me: Email: support@plangoalplan.comFacebook Group: Join HereWebsite: PlanGoalPlan.comLinkedIn: (I post most here!) www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-mcgeough-phd-🗓️-b673334
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    36 mins
  • How to Plan Your 2026: Goals, Themes, and Fresh Starts | Ep. 271

    How to Plan Your 2026: Goals, Themes, and Fresh Starts | Ep. 271
    Dec 16 2025

    Ever wonder what happens AFTER someone sets their goals? Well, buckle up because I'm pulling back the curtain on how I'm planning 2026—the messy parts, the exciting parts, and everything in between!

    In this episode, I'm sharing my complete goal-setting process, from the journaling I started back in October (yes, October!) to how I'm turning big dreams into actual calendar blocks. You'll hear about the weekend my husband and I spent mapping out our family goals, why I only set 8 goals a year, and the exact system I use to move from "wouldn't it be nice" to "this is actually happening."

    Here's what we're covering:

    • How to move goals from ideas to your actual calendar (this is where the magic happens!)
    • My framework for choosing just 2 goals per quarter instead of overwhelming yourself with 12
    • The difference between planning in your natural rhythms vs. fighting against them
    • Why starting early doesn't mean having it all figured out (I'm still working on my word of the year!)

    Plus, I'm announcing some BIG changes coming to Plan Goal Plan in 2026:

    • Monthly themes for every episode (January is all about "Begin"!)
    • More solo episodes where you get my unfiltered thoughts
    • Guest episodes with major authors (January's guest is chef's kiss)
    • New quarterly retreats and intimate group coaching cohorts

    If you're a woman in a high-pressure job who wants to pursue bold goals without losing yourself—even when life feels banana pants—this episode is your permission slip to plan with intention AND lightness.

    Ready to make 2026 your year? Let's do this together.

    Mentioned in this episode:

    • Sense the Possibilities Planner & Journal (20+ worksheets to help you connect with yourself before setting goals)
    • Plan Goal Plan 2026 Weekly Planner
    • Quarterly Plan Goal Plan Your Year Retreats (dates at plangoalplan.com/retreats)

    Connect with me:

    • Email: support@plangoalplan.com
    • Facebook Group: Join Here
    • Website: PlanGoalPlan.com
    • LinkedIn: (I post most here!) www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-mcgeough-phd-🗓️-b673334
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    23 mins
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