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is back for a second part to her discussion with Jill in episode 276! Picking up where they left off, Kathryn (or Ducey, as Jill calls her) unpacks more of her inspiring, transformative journey. From a public shaming incident at H&M to her eventual rise as a successful coach, she reflects on her experiences of overcoming shame, taking on personal struggles, and embracing her true self. Their conversation touches on themes of self-awareness, personal growth, and the realization that life is not always a linear path. Listen in as Kathryn opens up about her past, revealing how a brush with...
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Buckle in for a very emotionally raw and, well, brutally honest conversation this week as Jill chats with in the first part of a two-part episode! Kathryn (or Ducey, as Jill calls her) is a life coach and host of the upcoming Brutally Honest podcast, a podcast about the raw realities of life, healing, and transformation, and she reflects on her personal journey, from childhood trauma and complicated relationships to the powerful awakening that she experienced in her early forties. The conversation explores her struggles with identity, emotional healing, and the process of shedding borrowed...
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On this week of Be YOU, Jill reflects on the responses to her recent life update and offers a heartfelt reminder that while podcasting can feel one-sided, she values each and every listener as part of a community. She shares the magic of her recent retreat - what made it unforgettable, why it was the last of its kind, and how it deepened her connection to her zone of genius. Jill opens up about how she measures whether or not her plans are successful which is not in metrics but in moments. Also, listen in for a big announcement: October 25, 2025 will mark something completely new because, for...
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Jill shares an incredibly personal and transformative journey this week that spans physical illness, profound intuition, and a life-altering decision to leave her dream home. While grappling with a severe flu, Jill reflects on the deeper meaning behind her illness and a significant shift in her life and also on how what began as a seemingly random desire for change soon became a pivotal moment for her and her family. Through this experience, Jill reveals the conflicting emotions of moving away from the home she and her family cherish, a place which has been a sanctuary after years of hardship....
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In this episode of Be YOU, Jill opens up about the raw and uncomfortable process of learning to surrender - on vacation, in business, and in the body. From the frustration of getting sick during a long-anticipated family trip to the vulnerable moments of launching a new program that doesn’t meet initial expectations, her discussion this week touches upon what it means to let go of control without giving up hope. Jill takes listeners through an honest look at how disappointment, especially when something you deeply care about doesn’t happen according to plan, can become a doorway to deeper...
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Listen in to Jill this week as she discusses what it means to truly support mothers, not just with fleeting moments of self-care but in a way that actually changes their well-being. She shares how, while on a family trip to Orlando with her young grandson, she found herself observing the often-unseen weight that so many mothers carry. While at the resort, Jill reflects on how she saw an all-too-familiar scene: mothers managing the chaos of young children while some fathers remained on the sidelines. It sparked a reflection on her own past, on the exhaustion, guilt, and expectations that so...
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Join Jill this week on Be YOU as she discusses how motherhood is a journey filled with love, joy, and exhaustion, yet so many moms feel like they’re facing it alone. She opens up about the silent battles of motherhood and how unrealistic social media standards can make that isolation even worse, sharing how these insights helped lead to a major shift in her work and to the creation of a new version of her successful Plot Twist retreat, meant specifically for moms who are tired of carrying their burdens in silence. Tune in as Jill walks us through the process which participants in the past...
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Listen in to Be YOU this week as Jill shares a shorter but still incredibly important episode. What happens when no one talks about the real struggles of motherhood, not the cherry-picked Instagram posts or self-deprecating memes but the truths that we are too ashamed to say out loud? That's exactly what Jill is addressing in this episode. Inspired by a conversation that literally left her breathing easier, Jill reflects on the importance of finding balance between personal growth and lighter moments that make us feel human, even, as she calls it, effervescent. She shares how years of doing...
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Jill is so excited to finally have on the show! Kari is a certified coach and what she calls an “intuitive nervous system surgeon,” and she joins Jill to discuss what it takes to feel safe and resilient, stressing that it is not about trying to fix yourself but rather acknowledging yourself. She explores how our early life experiences shape our sense of safety and influence our lives, challenging the idea that transformation happens through trying to force perfection, instead offering a path that is focused on self-awareness and compassion. Listen as Kari shares and reflects on her own...
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Join Jill this week for an impromptu reflection on personal growth, self-perception, and the value of being supported. She shares her recent experiences not as a coach but as a client, opening up about the insights that she gained from two powerful coaching sessions with Dr. Laura Perez and Dr. Georgie Muir (both of whom have actually been on the show before). With Dr. P, Jill explored the story of Buddha and the demons, definitely an appropriate metaphor for how she has dealt with mom guilt. She realized that her book, which is still forming within her but that she hopes to have out by spring...
info_outlineJill shares an incredibly personal and transformative journey this week that spans physical illness, profound intuition, and a life-altering decision to leave her dream home. While grappling with a severe flu, Jill reflects on the deeper meaning behind her illness and a significant shift in her life and also on how what began as a seemingly random desire for change soon became a pivotal moment for her and her family.
Through this experience, Jill reveals the conflicting emotions of moving away from the home she and her family cherish, a place which has been a sanctuary after years of hardship. She candidly opens up about the process of letting go, shedding guilt from the past, and the unanticipated guidance which she has received from her environment, including a conversation with the trees on her property.
This discussion also touches on the unexpected decision to downsize and move to a luxury apartment in downtown, a drastic change that Jill never saw coming yet one she feels deeply aligned with. She details how the move marks the beginning of a new chapter, not just for her and her husband but also for her career and personal growth, and she discusses how trust in divine timing and intuition has led her to embrace this new path.
Jill invites you to listen in for an intimate look at taking on major life changes, trusting your intuition, and the power of surrendering to what’s meant to be. Also, remember, Plot Twist: OnlyMoms Edition is coming soon! Enroll now at Jill’s website!
Show Notes:
[1:30] - Jill shares how her illness led to a meaningful decision with her husband, tied to the idea of surrender.
[4:52] - Jill feels that a major career shift is coming, intuitively connected to a big decision and being sick with the flu.
[7:58] - Deeply connected to her home, Jill cherishes it, but she and her family are moving to a new chapter.
[10:40] - Jill embraces the move to a downtown apartment, trusting that it aligns with her life’s flow.
[13:10] - Being sick with the flu feels, to Jill, linked with spiritual growth, while her life is shifting with new milestones.
[15:19] - After leading a coaching program in March, Jill received guidance to leave her home.
[18:02] - Jill touches upon choosing herself and releasing guilt and regret.
[21:49] - Their home provided safety for Jill’s children, making the loss deeply painful.
[24:44] - Hear how Jill’s decision to leave the home happened quickly, cutting emotional ties to open up room for growth.
[27:12] - Trusting the message, Jill embraces change despite disappointment, excited for new experiences and opportunities.
[30:29] - We learn that the new luxury apartment offers convenience and simplicity, with an easy move due to minimal clutter.
[33:00] - Despite busy preparations, Jill’s intuition led her to plan a big event and unexpected move.
[35:43] - We learn that while visiting the luxury apartment out of curiosity, Jill unexpectedly felt drawn to a simpler lifestyle.
[37:54] - Jill received a clear sign (her lucky numbers) which made her spiritually feel that it was time to move.
[40:23] - Jill told her husband that she knew that they would move, and he gradually aligned with it.
[42:36] - Catching her husband secretly exploring the apartment confirmed for Jill that he was warming up to it.
[44:24] - After meeting with future neighbors, Jill's husband suddenly committed and proposed moving by May 1st.
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