What if the only thing standing between you and the life you want… is your own permission? 🚀In this inspiring episode of Secrets for a Happy Life, I sit down with Jill Reilly, author of Ten Permissions: Redefining Adulting for the 21st Century, to explore how to break free from invisible rules, expand your comfort zone, and step into your authority with courage and clarity.We cover:- Why “being willful” is the first permission you need to claim- How to uncover unconscious rules that keep you small- The link between permission, accountability, and real happiness- The somatic side of permission – and how to feel safe in change- Practical micro-habits to give yourself more freedom daily💬 I’d love to hear: What’s ONE permission you’re ready to give yourself today?

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Startup mentor, serial entrepreneur, and author of The Dark Art of Life Mastery Hussein Hallak joins Petra to reveal why breakthroughs begin with a single, well‑timed question and how purposeful joy eclipses quick‑fix happiness.Together they unpack the art of loving the problem, using strategic no’s to create focus, and slowing down just enough to speed up your results.💡 Key Takeaways*Great questions are better than perfect answers – one incisive question can crack months of gridlock.*Love the problem – curiosity about the real pain point keeps you agile when plans crumble.*Three‑rule “no” filter – work only with people you like, who share your vision, and who leave the world better.*Slow = fast – preparation and reflection shorten the true path to success.*Purposeful joy beats fleeting happiness – sustainable fulfillment grows out of meaningful struggle.🔗 Links & Resources: Hussein Hallak- Website: husseinhallak.com- Substack: husseinhallak.substack.com- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/husseinhallak - Instagram: instagram.com/hhdarkal/- Book – The Dark Art of Life MasteryPetra Kmetec• Instagram – https://instagram.com/limitless.with.petraMentioned in the conversation:The Speed of Trust — Stephen M. R. CoveyAsh Maurya’s “Love the Problem” blog post👇 Reflection prompt: What one power‑question will you ask yourself this week? Share it in the comments—I’m reading every reply!

Feeling burnt out or "not enough" despite all your success?

This guided meditation for self-worth and emotional healing is made for you. 🌟

Join Petra Kmetec Bitenc as she gently guides you to release stress, overcome burnout, and reconnect with your inherent worth.

No matter how much you do or achieve, you are already enough – and this meditation will help you truly feel it.

By the end of this session, you'll feel lighter, nurtured, and emotionally empowered. It's like a mini-retreat for your soul: easing the burden of over-giving, dissolving feelings of emptiness, and replacing self-criticism with self-compassion.

Give yourself permission to rest, heal, and receive – you deserve this time to recharge.

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Remember: you are worthy, you are loved, and you are limitless. 💖

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Are you outwardly successful yet inwardly stuck?
In this transformative conversation, licensed coach Petra Kmetec Bitenc hosts intuitive wayfinder Colby Wilk to uncover why chasing validation never brings peace—and how to reconnect with your song of the soul in minutes.

What you’ll discover:
• The “bowl & knife” framework that cuts through self-deception while holding you in compassion
• How hidden ego-lies sabotage love, money, and health—and the quick reframe that sets you free
• A rapid Still Point drop-in to shift from racing thoughts to deep body presence (do it with us!)

• An ancestral-energy exercise that floods you with stability and support.

• Practical steps to move from fear and overwhelm to grounded power and quiet joy.

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Feeling stuck by self-doubt or paralysis? You’re not alone – many of us battle procrastination, fear of failure, and low self-worth every day. In this episode, Petra Kmetec Bitenc dives into practical strategies to break that cycle. She shows how small, manageable actions build real momentum, so you can beat your fear of failure and procrastination once and for all. Imagine waking up excited to tackle your day because each small step feels meaningful and fun (rather than overwhelming). Picture yourself celebrating tiny successes that prove you’re capable – building unshakeable confidence along the way. Petra promises simple daily rituals (like doing three easy tasks per day and connecting with encouraging people) that will get you out of your comfort zone just enough to grow.This video is packed with tips on overcoming procrastination, beating fear of failure, taking daily action, and boosting self-worth through proven mindset shifts. Whether you struggle with perfectionism, anxiety about being seen, or just feeling “not enough,” you’ll find motivation here. If you’re ready to transform fear into action, hit LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE and ring the bell for more confidence-boosting strategies. Share your small-goal wins or questions in the comments below – Petra and this community love to cheer you on! And don’t forget to follow Petra on Instagram @limitless.with.petra for daily inspiration. You’ve got this!

Feeling “never enough” no matter how hard you try? In this episode of Secrets for a Happy Life, licensed transformational coach Petra Kmetec Bitenc unpacks the real roots of low self-worth—and hands you two practical tools to dissolve shame and quiet that relentless inner critic. You’ll learn:-Intro & why self-worth matters-How unresolved emotional wounds shape “I’m not good enough” beliefs -The perfectionism trap—why chasing 100 % keeps you empty - Shame vs. guilt (and how shame fuels self-punishment) - Story of “Sarah”—a high-achiever who felt like a fraud - Journaling prompt to rewrite your self-worth story- Role-play exercise to shut down the inner critic- Myth-buster: self-compassion ≠ laziness (research reveals the opposite) - Weekly action challenge + closing pep-talk👉 Try the exercises, then come back and comment: What’s one kind thing you’ll do for yourself this week?👍 Like if the episode helped you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss new mini-lessons📲 Follow daily tips on Instagram: @limitless.with.petra✉️ Join the newsletter for free workbooks & upcoming workshopsYour review literally tells YouTube this content matters—thank you for helping more women step into their worth!

Ever find yourself doom-scrolling and suddenly feeling “less than”? You’re caught in the comparison trap—and today we’re breaking you free. In this episode of Secrets for a Happy Life, licensed transformational coach Petra Kmetec Bitenc reveals why comparison crushes self-worth and shares a science-backed action plan you can start today.⏰ Stick around till the end to discover‒ Why comparison hijacks your brain‒ The envy-self-worth connection‒ A 3-step “scroll-stop” mindfulness drill‒ How to trade people-pleasing for bullet-proof boundaries ‒ A mini-challenge that turns jealousy into rocket fuel✨ Ready for more?► Subscribe & tap the 🔔 so you never miss a self-esteem boost► Comment “I’m done comparing!” for a chance at a free coaching session► Share this with a friend who needs a confidence lift► Follow Petra on IG for daily mindset hacks: @limitless.with.petra#mentalhealth #selfworth #comparisontrap #mindset #limitlesswithpetra

SELF-WORTH SERIES | Episode 1 – How to Silence Your Inner CriticWelcome to Secrets for a Happy Life with transformational coach Petra Kmetec Bitenc. Today we kick off our 7-part Self-Worth Mini-Series by taking on the #1 saboteur of confidence: the inner critic.In this 15-minute power-session you’ll learn: – Why that nagging voice even exists (it’s trying to “protect” you) – The Mindfulness Catch: a 3-step method to spot negative self-talk in real time – Body Signals 101: how tension, racing heart, or tight breath reveal hidden thoughts – Reframe & Replace: quick scripts that shift “I’m not enough” to supportive dialogue – Coach-in-Your-Pocket homework so the lesson sticks – Sneak peek at Episode 2: Beating the Comparison Trap✨ TRY THIS TODAY✨Set three phone reminders that ask, “What am I thinking right now?”—then journal the answer. Tag me on Instagram @limitless.with.petra with your biggest aha using #innercriticdetox and I’ll shout-out my favorites in Stories!

👍 LIKE 💬 COMMENT your breakthrough moment 🔔 SUBSCRIBE so you catch the full series 📤 SHARE this with a friend who needs a confidence boost.🎧 LISTEN NEXT: Tomorrow’s episode drops the science-backed fix for comparison-it is—don’t miss it!