Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in survival mode? This episode is a nervous system regulation reset for women who need a soft place to land.

You don’t need to fix your life. You just need somewhere soft to land. 🫶
In this episode of Magic Made, we’re talking about nervous system regulation, what it feels like when life gets “too loud,” and how to create micro-shifts that help you feel calmer, more grounded, and more like yourself again.

If you’ve been living in survival mode (overwhelmed, hypervigilant, jumpy, procrastinating, exhausted, or feeling like your brain is on blast), this is your reminder that chaos might be common, but it doesn’t have to be your baseline.

You’ll hear how I think about grounding as more than a routine. It’s a relationship with yourself. It’s learning to notice when your internal “volume” is rising, and choosing to regulate before you crash, burn, or start letting things slip through the cracks.

In this episode, we cover:

Why you don’t need a “new year, new you” identity to feel better

What life feeling loud actually looks like (hypervigilance, avoidance, procrastinating simple tasks)

How to spot your dysregulation signs before you hit capacity

The simplest regulation move that changed everything for me (sleep and rest, even when my to-do list screams)

How to create more space without dropping the ball (move meetings, ask for support, loosen unrealistic timelines)

My regulating shower ritual (warmth + dim light + nervous system soothing)

The “bobblehead chicken” visual that might save your sanity 😅

A powerful end-of-episode question: What can you do to prove yourself wrong in 2026?

A gentle challenge:

What’s one second-by-second micro shift you can make this week to feel more regulated, confident, and supported?

👇 Comment & connect:
What’s been working for you lately to calm your nervous system?
And where do you feel stuck or overwhelmed right now?

Tag me if you find a little magic this week. I want to see it. ✨
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If you’re here, you’re not late. You’re perfectly on time, and exactly where you need to be.

In this first episode of the new year (and our new name!), I’m sharing what this space is really about: a soft landing, a deep exhale, and a place where you can be fully human. Some days you’ll leave with a warm hug. Other days you’ll get a loving little kick in the tush. Most days…both.

We talk about the magic in everyday life, the duality of joy and struggle, and how we can create small shifts that change everything, without the pressure to “fix” yourself.

Inside this episode:

What “Magic Made” means (and what you can expect here)

Why you don’t need to be “ready” or “qualified” to belong in this community

My go-to ritual for when life feels loud (spoiler: dim lights + shower + nervous system soothing)

What I used to struggle with that I now hold space for (anxiety, and learning to be present again)

The kind of support that’s made the biggest difference for me (tough love…done the right way)

A childhood story that perfectly explains my version of magic (yes, even in grief)

How I protect this space so it stays safe, grounded, and genuinely supportive

A little invitation:
Tell me in the comments, what does “magic” mean to you right now? And what’s one thing you can do differently today, instead of waiting for “someday”?

🎧 Listen, breathe, and come sit with me.
We’re making magic in real life…together.

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My relationship with my body has never been a straight line… maybe you can relate.

In this episode of Taking Flight with Megan Holly, we dive deep into body image healing, self-love, body neutrality, and reconnecting with yourself in a world that constantly tells us we’re not enough.

Whether you're struggling with confidence, navigating body changes, or trying to break free from old stories you picked up in childhood, this episode helps you rewrite the narrative and build a more loving, compassionate relationship with your body.

🌿 In this episode, we explore:

• Why loving your body is a dance, not a straight line
• How childhood comments, cultural messages, and societal standards shape body image
• Why self-worth and appearance must be separated
• How to stop treating your body like a “project” and start seeing it as a teammate
• How to shift from punishment-based movement to joyful, intuitive movement
• How to identify the beliefs you absorbed from others—and release them
• Why perfection is a myth and how to embrace being beautifully human
• How to build trust with your body in each season
• Rituals that support body love: mirror talk, intentional getting ready, embodied affirmations, gratitude routines

💬 Journaling Prompts:

• What messages about my body did I internalize growing up?
• Which of those stories actually belong to other people?
• How can I separate my worth from my appearance today?
• What kind of movement feels joyful—not punishing—to me?
• What is one thing my body did for me today that I can thank it for?

🌟 Body-Love Ritual Ideas:

• Mirror Talk + Music: Pair affirmations with a song that makes you feel powerful.
• Intentional Getting Ready: Choose clothes, earrings, or scents that make you feel good, not look a certain way.
• End-of-Day Gratitude: Thank your body for what it carried you through today—big or small.
• Joyful Movement: Dance, stretch, walk… not to “fix” your body, but to feel good inside it.

❤️ A gentle reminder:

Your body is not a before-and-after project.
It’s your home, your ally, your teammate.
You are worthy in all seasons, shapes, and stages.

If this episode speaks to you, share it with someone who needs a reminder that they are enough.
Comment below with one thing you love—or are learning to love—about your body today. 💛

You were not meant to do life alone.

If you’ve been feeling lonely, burned out, or like you’re floating on your own little boat in the middle of the ocean… this episode is for you. 🌊💛

In this episode of Taking Flight with Megan Holly, we dive into how to find your people, build a support system, and create a community that actually FEELS good—not surface-level, but soul-level.

Megan shares real-life stories about navigating hard seasons, medical anxiety with her dog, and shifting from autopilot into intentional, honest connection with friends, family, clients, and online community. You’ll learn how to attract the right people, deepen the relationships you already have, and stop dimming your energy just to fit in.

Whether you already have a core group or you feel like you’re on that lonely boat right now, this conversation will help you create connection, not just crave it.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why you weren’t meant to do life alone
• How community and connection actually create more confidence
• What it means to be truly witnessed by others in everyday life
• The difference between living on autopilot vs living intentionally with your people
• How honest communication can strengthen your relationships (even in hard seasons)
• Letting yourself be fully you—quirks, big feelings, and all—and letting the right people stay
• Why your “weird” or tender parts are actually magnets for your true tribe
• How your friends, partner, or community can help prevent burnout
• The “initiation rule”: being the one who reaches out instead of waiting
• Practical ideas for finding new friends and community as an adult

Reflection questions:

• Am I attracting or deflecting deeper connection in my daily life?
• Where have I gone on autopilot in my friendships, relationship, or community?
• Who already feels like a safe person… and how can I go one layer deeper with them?
• Where could I be the initiator—the one who sends the text, starts the convo, or invites the hangout?

Try this simple connection challenge:

This week, pick ONE of these:

• Text a friend: “Hey, if you’re up for it, can we chat sometime this week?”
• Compliment a stranger or coworker and see where the conversation goes
• Join a class, event, or local meetup that lights you up
• Tag someone who makes your life brighter and tell them why

Tiny actions build big, beautiful tribes. 💫

If this episode resonated:

💛 Comment and tag someone who makes you feel seen
💛 Share one way you’re going to be the initiator this week
💛 Like, subscribe, and stick around for more conversations on confidence, community, and living a life that feels like YOU

You don’t have to do life alone.
Your people are closer than you think. 🕯️

If this episode resonated:

💛 Comment and tag someone who makes you feel seen
💛 Share one way you’re going to be the initiator this week
💛 Like, subscribe, and stick around for more conversations on confidence, community, and living a life that feels like YOU

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What if the only thing holding you back is a story you didn’t even write?
In this episode of Taking Flight with Megan Holly, we’re talking all things self-limiting beliefs, outdated labels (like “I’m shy” or “I’m too much”), and the quiet ways they shape how we move through the world.

Megan shares how she went from “shy, quiet girl” to a woman who records podcasts, shows up boldly online, and lets her silly, magical self take up space. You’ll learn how to name the story, question whether it’s really true, and start making tiny 10-second actions that rewire your belief system over time.

If you’re craving more confidence, ease, and alignment in your life, business, or relationships, this episode is your permission slip to unsubscribe from the old story and write a new one.

In this episode, we explore:

• What self-limiting beliefs actually are (and where they come from)
• How childhood labels like “shy,” “quiet,” or “too much” still run our adult lives
• Naming your story so you can see it clearly and start to rewrite it
• The “mind gremlin” (aka Regina) and how she twists your thoughts
• Interrupting your fear spiral and building a staircase of tiny brave actions
• Going from autopilot to awareness and why that shift changes everything
• Using 10-second actions to gently push your comfort zone
• How micro choices in your routines, style, and self-care reshape your confidence
• Letting go of what no longer serves you and stepping into your bold, aligned self

Journal / reflection prompts:

• What labels or stories about yourself feel heavy or outdated right now?
• Is this belief actually true today… or just familiar?
• What’s one 10-second action you can take THIS WEEK to challenge that story?
• If you unsubscribed from that old belief, how would you show up differently?

Try one (or more!) of these 10-second actions:

Pause this episode and:

• Send the email you’ve been avoiding
• Make the phone call that scares you a little
• Hit “publish” on the post that feels more “you”
• Book the session, class, or conversation that moves you forward
• Then come back and tell us how it felt. 💬

Come hang out with Megan:

If this episode gave you a little nudge, let me know what self-limiting belief you’re ready to unsubscribe from and what tiny micro choice you’re making this week. Drop it in the comments so we can cheer you on and inspire each other.

If you loved this episode, don’t forget to:

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Share it with a friend who needs a reminder that they are NOT their old story

You are allowed to outgrow the version of you that the world once named.
You get to write the next chapter. 💫

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EPISODE #79 Confidence isn’t a personality trait—it’s a muscle. In this solo, I share a repeatable daily routine to build real self-trust: speak kindly to yourself, take one tiny brave action, keep promises to yourself, put joy/movement on the calendar, celebrate micro-wins, and curate your circle with healthy boundaries. Perfect for women entrepreneurs, creatives, and helpers who want momentum without burnout.

Tap Into:
• How to swap negative self-talk for confidence-building language
• Tiny actions that shrink fear and grow self-trust
• A “keep promises” method to rebuild confidence fast
• Why joy + movement = more energy (and productivity)
• A simple way to track wins daily

👇 Comment: What one promise are you keeping to yourself this week?
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EPISODE #77 Art is more than “being creative”—it’s a bridge to community and belonging. In this episode, I share how everyday creativity (yes, even cooking counts!) helps us get off autopilot, see ourselves more clearly, and build deeper relationships. We’ll talk about art as a mirror, simple ways to try creative classes or team activities, and how small, vulnerable moments turn “me” into “we.”

Let's Create Space for:
• How creativity boosts connection, confidence, and wellbeing
• Practical ideas to find (or start) a local creative community
• Using art as a “mirror” to check mindset, patience, and joy
• Easy, low-pressure ways to bring creativity into life & business
• A one-promise challenge to try something new this week

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EPISODE # 76 This week on Taking Flight with Megan Holly, we’re doing something different—a 4-woman roundtable conversation about what it really means to build confidence, take care of yourself, and show up boldly in business and life.

You’ll hear stories of transformation, practical tips on style and self-care, and honest talk about navigating entrepreneurship without losing yourself. From closet edits to community building, from mirror work to mindset shifts, we cover the messy middle, the small actions that build momentum, and the freedom that comes when you finally feel like you.

Whether you’re a mom, a creative, an entrepreneur (or all three), this conversation is packed with reminders that you’re not alone—and that confidence grows one intentional choice at a time.

🔗 Connect with today’s guests: VITTORIA - SHANNON - JODI
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💬 Comment below: Which story resonated with you most? What does community mean to you?