Most of us do everything we can to avoid rejection—but what if there are actually some positives to it?

Writer and podcast host Alice Draper joins me to talk about why rejection hurts, what it can teach us, and how to build your “rejection resilience muscle.”

We cover the difference between rejection and failure, why it’s important not to let rejection stop you, and the surprising upside of hearing “no.”

Alice Draper and the founder of the podcast guesting company, Hustling Writers and the host of the award-winning podcast "My Rejection Story".

On her podcast, My Rejection Story, you can listen to bestselling authors like Whitney Goodman, Guy Winch, or Jesse J. Anderson share how they navigated the toughest periods of their personal and professional lives, and how this shaped the success they now experience today. Her words can be found in HuffPost, Business Insider, VICE, Refinery29.

Some of Alice's favorite things include strong coffee, affordable travel hacks, and deep connections. She detests small talk, waking up early, and unnecessary jargon.

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Yes, I'm actually making a case for doing things that might feel “extreme”, not for the sake of pushing limits endlessly, but because of how those experiences can permanently change what feels hard.

I talk about why “extreme” is relative to the person, and how challenges that stretch you can recalibrate your perspective on effort, discomfort, and what you’re capable of.

This episode isn’t about being reckless or living at the extremes, it’s about how intentionally doing hard things can build confidence that carries into other areas of your life and makes future challenges feel more manageable.

Tune in each week for practical, relatable advice that helps you feel your best and unlock your full potential. If you’re ready to prioritize your health and level up every area of your life, you’ll find the tools, insights, and inspiration right here.

Check out Esther’s website for more about her speaking, coaching, book, and more: http://estheravant.com/

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This episode digs into entrepreneur & author Trunnis Goggins’ “4 Ps of You.”

We cover how having a clear sense of purpose can guide your choices, why planning is so much more effective than just winging it, and how persistence can carry you through when progress feels slower than you’d like.

Trunnis also shares how the 4 Ps—purpose, planning, passion, and persistence—work together as a simple framework for both health and life goals.

If you’ve ever struggled with consistency, motivation, or figuring out how to create a plan that actually fits your busy life, this conversation will give you the clarity and encouragement to keep moving forward with confidence.

Trunnis Goggins, II is an entrepreneur, educator, speaker, and author of The 4P’s of You: Expanded Edition. His core philosophy—Purpose, Planning, Passion, and Persistence—offers practical tools not only for professional success but also for building a healthier lifestyle. Having overcome personal challenges, Trunnis is passionate about helping others set clear goals, create sustainable plans, and stay persistent when the journey gets tough. Through his 4P Group and international speaking, he equips audiences with strategies to strengthen both their mindset and overall well-being, empowering people to thrive in every area of life.

Link:Website: https://4ps-group.com/ Buy The 4 Ps of You: https://a.co/d/gw3WQVm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trunnisgoggins/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-4ps-podcast-with-trunnis-goggins-ii/id1715747402

Tune in each week for practical, relatable advice that helps you feel your best and unlock your full potential. If you’re ready to prioritize your health and level up every area of your life, you’ll find the tools, insights, and inspiration right here.

Check out Esther’s website for more about her speaking, coaching, book, and more: http://estheravant.com/

Buy Esther’s Book: To Your Health: https://a.co/d/iDG68qU

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Esther’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/estheravant/

Learn more about 1:1 health & weight loss coaching: https://madebymecoaching.com/coaching

In this episode, I talk about a simple mindset shift that makes follow-through easier: learning how to make tomorrow easier by doing small favors for your future self.

We often assume future us will be more motivated or have more time, but she’s just as busy as you are now.

I share why relying on willpower backfires and how small, everyday actions that reduce friction build self-trust and consistency.

Over time, this way of thinking naturally scales to bigger habits like workouts, meal prep, and following through on what matters.

Tune in each week for practical, relatable advice that helps you feel your best and unlock your full potential. If you’re ready to prioritize your health and level up every area of your life, you’ll find the tools, insights, and inspiration right here.

Check out Esther’s website for more about her speaking, coaching, book, and more: http://estheravant.com/

Buy Esther’s Book: To Your Health: https://a.co/d/iDG68qU

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Esther’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/estheravant/

Learn more about 1:1 health & weight loss coaching: https://madebymecoaching.com/coaching

Jon Weiss, lawyer and conflict resolution expert, joins me to talk about how to apologize in a way that actually improves relationships. Instead of seeing apologies as weakness, Jon uses negotiation skills and empathy to show how “sorry” can become a tool for trust and connection.

We dig into why so many of us avoid apologizing (even when we know we should), how to tell when an apology is really needed, and whether it’s ever too late to say you’re sorry.

Jon also shares a simple framework to make apologies land without over-explaining, making excuses, or saying “sorry” for things that don’t require it.

Whether you’re trying to repair issues with your partner, set an example for your kids, or have more honest conversations in everyday life, this episode will help you feel more confident and empowered in how you make things right.

Jon teaches people to apologize using high level negotiations and problem solving skills regularly utilized by lawyers. As a graduate of Lewis & Clark School of Law, he is transforming the conflict resolution industry by empowering people with strategy and empathy to transform mistakes into relationship building opportunities. His training is essential for organizations seeking to build a powerful and everlasting positive culture; and for leaders who wish to lead with trust, accountability, and humanity.

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Tune in each week for practical, relatable advice that helps you feel your best and unlock your full potential. If you’re ready to prioritize your health and level up every area of your life, you’ll find the tools, insights, and inspiration right here.

Check out Esther’s website for more about her speaking, coaching, book, and more: http://estheravant.com/

Buy Esther’s Book: To Your Health: https://a.co/d/iDG68qU

Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.avant

Esther’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/estheravant/

Learn more about 1:1 health & weight loss coaching: https://madebymecoaching.com/coaching

Sometimes more structure helps. Sometimes it makes things harder than they need to be.

In this bite-sized episode, I share a pattern I noticed with two different clients around running and how adding expectations too soon can change how something feels, even when it’s been going well.

We’ll talk about how to know when structure supports your goals and when leaving things intentionally unstructured is the smarter choice.

Tune in each week for practical, relatable advice that helps you feel your best and unlock your full potential. If you’re ready to prioritize your health and level up every area of your life, you’ll find the tools, insights, and inspiration right here.

Check out Esther’s website for more about her speaking, coaching, book, and more: http://estheravant.com/

Buy Esther’s Book: To Your Health: https://a.co/d/iDG68qU

Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.avant

Esther’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/estheravant/

Learn more about 1:1 health & weight loss coaching: https://madebymecoaching.com/coaching

Relationship dynamics are always complex, but especially between men and women.

Whether you feel like you know the man in your life inside and out or what’s going on in his head feels like a total mystery, this episode will be enlightening.

Psychologist and author Dr. Avrum Weiss joins me to share what women often don’t realize about men and the hidden dynamics that shape their closest relationships.

Dr. Weiss is a psychologist with over forty years of experience practicing and teaching psychotherapy. He is the award-winning author of four books, including the Amazon best-selling “Hidden in Plain Sight: How Men’s Fears of Women Shape Their Intimate Relationships.” Dr. Weiss lives with his wife and dog on an island in mid-coast Maine and offers consultation online. Dr. Avrum’s website: avrumweissphd.com (join his mailing list at the bottom for a free ebook about strengthening relationships)Buy his newest book Hidden in Plain Sight: How Men’s Fears of Women Shape Their Intimate Relationships : https://a.co/d/4EjYFkR

Tune in each week for practical, relatable advice that helps you feel your best and unlock your full potential. If you’re ready to prioritize your health and level up every area of your life, you’ll find the tools, insights, and inspiration right here.

Check out Esther’s website for more about her speaking, coaching, book, and more: http://estheravant.com/

Buy Esther’s Book: To Your Health: https://a.co/d/iDG68qU

Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.avant

Esther’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/estheravant/

Learn more about 1:1 health & weight loss coaching: https://madebymecoaching.com/coaching

When's the last time you did something new as an adult (without being forced)?

In this episode, I talk about what it’s been like to intentionally be a beginner again, using my recent (very humbling) return to the pool as the example.

I share why so many of us avoid being new at things once we’re adults, how that avoidance limits us, and why choosing discomfort on purpose can build confidence, empathy, and resilience.

If there’s something you’ve been curious about but keep telling yourself it’s “too late” or that you “missed the boat,” this episode is an invitation to rethink that and to give yourself permission to be bad at something while you learn.

Tune in each week for practical, relatable advice that helps you feel your best and unlock your full potential. If you’re ready to prioritize your health and level up every area of your life, you’ll find the tools, insights, and inspiration right here.

Check out Esther’s website for more about her speaking, coaching, book, and more: http://estheravant.com/

Buy Esther’s Book: To Your Health: https://a.co/d/iDG68qU

Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.avant

Esther’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/estheravant/

Learn more about 1:1 health & weight loss coaching: https://madebymecoaching.com/coaching