Stories shape us long before we realize it. As a kid, I could lose entire summer afternoons in piles of library books, swept away by fairy tales I knew weren't real—but still felt powerful. As adults, we craft our own versions of those tales, only now they run quietly in the background: narratives about being "too old," "not ready," "not talented enough," or "certain to fail." I hear these same internal scripts from mid-career professionals and entrepreneurs all the time, and they can be just as misleading as the stories I read growing up. When repeated, they gather strength and start to limit what we try, what we risk, and what we imagine for ourselves. If you've ever felt stuck or unable to move forward, it may not be your age or circumstances holding you back—but the story you're believing. Today, we're unpacking three of the most common narratives that keep people stalled—and the simple shifts that can help you break free. Full article at: https://goalsforyourlife.com/stories-that-keep-you-stuck

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
02:05 - Stories That Keep You Stuck
04:26 - Fixed Mindset Explained
07:49 - Understanding Imposter Syndrome
10:39 - Overcoming Paralysis of Inaction
14:07 - 3 Powerful Actions to Get Unstuck
20:25 - Realizing You're Not Stuck
22:48 - Outro

In this show, we dive into the Second Act Blueprint with Amy Rasdal—an experienced consultant and entrepreneur who helps professionals turn their hard-earned expertise into thriving consulting businesses. We'll explore what it really takes to get started, how to design a business that allows you to work smarter—not longer—and why midlife and mid-career offers the perfect advantage for launching a fulfilling second act. Whether you're craving more freedom, impact, or purpose in your next chapter, Amy shares practical strategies to build a consulting career that fits your lifestyle and leverages your unique strengths. Find out more about Amy at: https://www.billableatthebeach.com/ and get her FREE email course.

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Keywords: consulting career, midlife, second act, career transformation, Power of After Show, Deborah Johnson, Amy Razdall

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
01:51 - Amy Rasdal, Billable at the Beach
06:48 - Biggest Myth about Consulting
08:54 - How to Get Started in Consulting
18:20 - How Long Did It Take You to Succeed
21:22 - Is Consulting Right for You?
28:04 - This is a Great Time of Life for Consulting
29:14 - Financially Comfortable Person's Perspective
32:43 - Overcoming Fear to Take the Leap
38:14 - Secrets to Successfully Jumping In
40:39 - Key Takeaways for Aspiring Consultants
42:22 - How to Contact Amy Rasdal
44:10 - Sign Off and Final Thoughts
44:23 - Closing Remarks

Some days feel like everything hits at once—a demanding workload that keeps growing, a coworker who pushes boundaries, unfinished conversations waiting at home, and financial pressures that seem to tighten by the day. It's the kind of day that leaves you mentally stretched and wishing for just five minutes to breathe. In those moments, the idea of separating your stress into manageable pieces feels unrealistic. Yet the truth is that learning how to compartmentalize your stress can be one of the most powerful ways to protect your energy, your clarity, and your relationships. Today, we're going to talk about what that actually looks like—not ignoring problems but giving each one its proper place so it doesn't spill into everything else. This is especially important during the holidays as this episode is released. We'll walk through practical strategies that help you regain control of your mindset, your time, and the moving parts of your life that often feel overwhelming. See full article with free download here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/compartmentalizing-stress/

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Stress Management Techniques
01:57 - Compartmentalizing Stress Effectively
06:34 - Mindset Control Strategies
11:54 - Scheduling for Stress Relief
12:47 - Time Blocking Methods
13:58 - Daily Anchors for Stability
16:28 - Micro-Compartmentalization Tips
17:50 - Managing Life's Details
21:40 - Importance of Recovery Moments
23:35 - Practical Stress Management Blueprint
25:31 - Final Thoughts on Stress
26:44 - Contact Information for Deborah
27:52 - Thank You for Watching