775 | No More Layers: Finding Freedom from Perfectionism with Martine Cohen
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Release Date: 10/31/2024
940 | Grow Your Capacity to Match Your Ambition
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In this episode, Marsha breaks down the real reason so many high achieving women feel stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated with their results even when they’re “doing everything right.” She explains the crucial difference between ambition (your conscious goals, vision, and drive) and capacity (your subconscious beliefs, emotional safety, and nervous system bandwidth) — and why misalignment between the two creates shutdown, procrastination, and self protection that masquerades as sabotage. Marsha also shares how she handles year end planning, why recapping and stacking wins matters more...
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939 | Your Inner GPS vs. Your Old Paper Map
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In this episode, Marsha breaks down one of the most powerful metaphors she’s ever heard about the subconscious mind. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right — checking the boxes, setting goals, mapping the plan — yet still not seeing the results you want, this one is going to hit home. Using the imagery of a state of the art GPS (your conscious mind) sitting on top of an outdated paper road map (your subconscious mind), Marsha explains why your inner operating systems must match if you want real, lasting change. She walks you through why we get stuck, why the...
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938 | Turning Grief Into Purpose with Mindset Mentor Chuck Barnard
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In this episode, I am speaking with Mindset Mentor, Author, Educator, and Speaker, Chuck Barnard. Chuck is a best-selling author, master educator, and mindset mentor with more than 30 years of experience guiding students, families, and athletes through personal transformation. Armed with advanced certifications in NLP, Hypnotherapy, and Time-Line Therapy®, Chuck has helped thousands overcome anxiety, disconnection, and emotional shutdown—not with endless talk therapy, but with mindset rewiring techniques that create lasting change. His signature “Garden of the Soul” method was born from...
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937 | The Diamonds Were Always Within You
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In this episode, Marsha recounts a powerful story known as "The Acres of Diamonds," from Matt Cook's book, Beyond Wanting, which illustrates how individuals frequently overlook the treasures that lie within their own lives while searching desperately for fulfillment elsewhere. The tale follows a farmer in 1800s Africa who, driven by the desire to provide for his family, sells his farm in pursuit of diamonds. After years of fruitless searching and ultimately losing everything, he tragically takes his own life. Ironically, the new owner of the farmer's land discovers that it sits atop one of the...
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936 | Your Ceiling Is Your Biggest Thought
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In this episode, Marsha speaks to the distinction between operating under pressure and embracing a state of internal power. Marsha introduces the concept of the "ceiling" and "floor" in relation to personal beliefs and aspirations. The ceiling represents the highest thoughts one allows themselves to entertain, while the floor symbolizes the deepest beliefs that anchor an individual. She explains that our lives are constructed within the space between these two points, shaped by subconscious programming rather than mere strategy. Marsha discusses the importance of recognizing and...
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935 | How Light and Sleep Impact Your Energy with Meredith Oke
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In this episode, I am speaking with Meredith Oke. Meredith is the Co-Founder of the Quantum Biology Collective, a Podcast Host, and a Speaker, and she is passionate about bridging the gap between cutting-edge science and everyday well-being. After facing her own health challenges, Meredith discovered the emerging field of quantum biology—the science of how light, water, and circadian rhythms influence human health at the cellular level. Through her work, she helps people move beyond surface-level health fixes and instead address the “light side” of health—how our environment,...
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934 | If You Spoke Your Thoughts Out Loud
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In this episode, Marsha invites listeners into a deeply personal exploration of the power of thoughts and self-talk. She begins by posing a thought-provoking question: if one were to vocalize their inner thoughts, what would others hear? Would it be a stream of empowering affirmations or a verbal dump of self-doubt and criticism? Marsha emphasizes that our internal dialogue is a powerful broadcast that shapes our reality, and she encourages listeners to reflect on the nature of their own thoughts. HIGHLIGHTS 00:00:00 - The Power of Your Thoughts 00:02:00 - Facing Challenges 00:04:30 - The...
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933 | How to Shift from 'Away From' to 'Towards' Your Goals
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In this episode, Marsha discusses the difference between conscious and subconscious values and highlights the frustration that arises when one's conscious goals clash with subconscious beliefs. Throughout the episode, Marsha explains that while conscious values represent only 5% of our mindset, the remaining 95% is governed by the subconscious. She illustrates how this disconnect can manifest in daily life, where individuals may claim to value freedom or health but find themselves trapped in patterns that contradict those values. Marsha emphasizes that true alignment can only be achieved when...
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932 | Heart Wired CEO Recap: Holding the Vision, Trusting the Pause, and Leading from the Heart
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Live from Langdon Hall, Marsha Vanwynsberghe and her Heartwired CEO co-founder, Meghan Weir, reflect on their first-ever Heartwired CEO live event — a transformational experience blending embodiment, leadership, and intuition. They share behind-the-scenes lessons, what it means to lead from the heart instead of the hustle, and how slowing down to integrate can create lasting impact. They also announce what’s next for the Heartwired CEO Mastermind 2026, a deep 12-month container for nervous system regulation, subconscious reprogramming, and authentic business growth. Highlights: [01:05] The...
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931 | Healing Doesn't Have to Be Hard
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In this episode, I challenge the notion that healing must be a heavy, burdensome experience. Instead, I advocate for a lighter approach, where we can learn to feel our emotions without being overwhelmed by them. Throughout the episode, I discuss the concept of nervous system regulation and how it plays a crucial role in our healing journey. I explain that healing does not necessitate a complete pause in our lives; rather, it involves training our minds to respond differently to triggers and challenges. By embracing emotions and learning to navigate them, we can create a sense of safety and...
info_outlineIn this episode, we speak with Martine Cohen, the published author and former attorney who recently launched her book No More Layers. Martine grew up in Montreal and attended McGill University, earning degrees in civil law and common law. She has been an attorney for over 25 years and loves everything strategy. She spent the first few years of her career in litigation before entering the corporate world, advising and consulting for growth companies.
Back in 2016, Martine’s world came crashing down after a car accident that left her with a severe concussion. It was a pivotal turning point in her life. That catapulted her onto an extraordinary journey of profound awareness, self-discovery, and freedom. In the process, she gained a deep and unique understanding of the intricacies of the brain, its fears, and protective layers, which ultimately led her to successfully heal herself energetically – from the inside out.
As the Founder of No More Layers, Martine draws on her strategic acumen and transformative approach to guide her clients to become the leaders of their own lives and experience success from the inside out. She works privately with individuals, entrepreneurs, and professionals as an executive leadership consultant, life strategies coach, and mentor.
She is also an inspirational speaker on conscious communication, mindset shifts, and life strategies. Martine holds a teaching diploma and a life coach certification and has trained in various healing and energy modalities.
When she is not writing or speaking, Martine spends time with loved ones, is in nature, volunteers, practices yoga, meditates, and enjoys cappuccinos from around the world.
HIGHLIGHTS
00:00:23 - Overview of "No More Layers"
00:05:23 - The Concept of Layers
00:06:25 - Personal Journey with Perfectionism
00:08:02 - The Importance of Acknowledging Layers
00:09:46 - The Impact of Childhood Messages
00:11:25 - Martine's Legal Career and Perfectionism
00:12:51 - The Turning Point: A Life-Altering Accident
00:15:12 - Healing and Self-Discovery
00:19:46 - The Gift of a Dysfunctional Brain
00:20:07 - The Call to Share Her Journey
00:25:33 - Understanding Fear Loops
00:30:05 - The Writing Process of the Book
00:34:53 - The Power of Voice and Expression
00:40:16 - Interrupting Fear with Breath
00:41:40 - Curiosity as a Tool Against Fear
Connect with Martine
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomorelayers/
Website: martine@nomorelayers.com
Marsha Vanwynsberghe — NLP Storytelling Trainer, OUTSPOKEN NLP Coaching Certification, Author, Speaker, and Podcaster
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