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They told me I wasn’t sexy enough. Well not verbally, but I knew that was why I didn’t get the job. When I was set to return to the same place years later, an unexpected bump took a hit to my confidence. At the last minute, I had a revelation about what the real change in me since that day was. Whether this brings to mind going to a high school reunion, running into an ex, or the person who didn’t hire you: What’s your real glow up? Hint: It might be quitting the game they wanted you to play, and creating a new one… Links in this episode: Ep 124: Honest body talk, what’s the cost of losing 5 pounds? Ep 127: Working Well vs Working Hard (+ personal update on book writing) Would love to hear your thoughts after on Instagram @HilaryRushford. Submit Q’s or future topics at HilaryRushford.com/podvip.

This is going to sound weird but this advice also applies to your relationship with your business, body, friendships, self. When this Q was submitted as a requested podcast topic, I realized two keys that genuinely do bless my marriage. And wouldn’t have been the case if I had gotten married younger. In other words, if you’re just starting out on a new chapter you wish had happened earlier, this will leave you encouraged. And if you’ve been married for many years, you’ll find we may have more in common than you think. Links in this episode: Ep 126: My honest reflections on being single (& other dreams you’re waiting on) Would love to hear your thoughts after on Instagram @HilaryRushford. Submit Q’s or future topics at HilaryRushford.com/podvip.

Have too much to do? This may be why. Often when we’re deciding if we have the bandwidth to say yes to something, or feel stuck as to how we yet again are so behind, we’re considering our time but not our energy. Today we chat about what that means, how you can tell, and how to choose more wisely. Get on the waitlist for the Elegant Excellence Journal Would love to hear your thoughts after on Instagram @HilaryRushford. Submit Q’s or future topics at HilaryRushford.com/podvip.

If you feel behind, I’m with you. Honestly. Being “behind” is SO arbitrary. I’m “ahead” of 98% of my colleagues yet still struggle with it. We often talk about the highlight reel, how it often looks on social media like everyone has “arrived.” What they don’t share are their fears and struggles they went through to get there. Enrollment for my business program, Creative Business Accelerator, is now closed. Join the waitlist and get notified as soon as we open the doors again at HilaryRushford.com/CBA Would love to hear your thoughts after on Instagram @HilaryRushford. Submit Q’s or future topics at HilaryRushford.com/podvip.

When there’s just too much on your plate, what do you do? When we get overwhelmed it can feel like there’s no option but to suffer. Actually, we have 5 options and I can get from helpless to hopeful in just a few minutes.  The 5 P’s Priority: This won’t happen now, I’ll let it go to make space for what matters most. Patience: This will get done by a later date once I know I have space. Perfection: This won’t be perfect, but perfectly good enough and done. People: This can be delegated, or helped by others. Push: I’ll just work harder to make it all happen. (A lie. Yet the one we choose most.) Links mentioned in this episode: Elegant Excellence Journal Ep 124: Honest body talk, what’s the cost of losing 5 pounds? Would love to hear your thoughts after on Instagram @HilaryRushford. Submit Q’s or future topics at HilaryRushford.com/podvip.

Getting specific on how to avoid burnout. In the midst of juggling big projects the past three months, I’m shocked and thrilled to find myself more rested and sane than ever before. How did I make this shift? I’ll share as vulnerably as I can starting with this episode. Links mentioned in this episode: Ep 60: The Wand: Change your day in 5 min (+ your inner teen girl) Elegant Excellence Journal Join me for my upcoming workshop, “Stop Overthinking It: The Easiest Way to Launch Your New Business or Next Product in less than 30 Days.” Save your spot at HilaryRushford.com/launch Would love to hear your thoughts after on Instagram @HilaryRushford. Submit Q’s or future topics at HilaryRushford.com/podvip.

Do you have a dream and don’t know if it will come true? Finding your person, getting pregnant, or reaching a career goal? For me for many years it was marriage, and I’m deeply passionate about words and wisdom that did and didn’t help me when I was single. Listen in for yourself or someone you love, to be more curious and compassionate about the very important desires of everyone we know and love. Links in this episode Ep 26: "Everyone Disappeared." On Friendship in Heartbreak + Grief The How of Happiness Submit Q’s or future topics at HilaryRushford.com/podvip Come share your thoughts with me @HilaryRushford

Which path most describes you, as well as the people in your life or that you’re considering in your life? Whether romance, friendship, or simply ourselves I’ve been observing this new aha in others around me and also asking what I can learn from it myself. Would love to hear your thoughts after on Instagram @HilaryRushford or HilaryRushford.com/podvip.

I don’t know any woman who won’t be better for listening into this conversation. I’m so passionate about this topic. It’s one of the reasons I’ve spent years working to write the book I’m working on now. Our culture has so many harmful messages about our bodies and our beauty. We are promised oodles of quick fix solutions. This one is free, easy, small, but deeply powerful for me. My greatest desire is that more of us would feel more at peace and at home in ourselves. Press play, then pass it on. Oh, and I would also be so honored to hear your thoughts on Instagram after you listen, as this is tied into some chapters I’m writing this month. No pressure, but I’m all ears… @HilaryRushford or HilaryRushford.com/podvip.

Ever see someone at a fab resort you cannot afford? I love a good travel daydream, and heck a good resort! But often I find myself wistful for one day, instead of empowering and inspired for what I can make happen with my budget and family as they are today. Visual inspo from my family vacay here Ep 18: Three Personalities For Your Dream Itinerary Would love to hear your thoughts after on Instagram @HilaryRushford or HilaryRushford.com/podvip.

In a culture permeated with so much productivity guilt, hustle narrative, so many options, ideas, and opportunities… My constant undercurrent is to feel guilty that I’m perhaps not working hard enough. I loathe that this is true! Because I know it’s zero percent helpful, and only harmful. And on paper I know the facts: I’ve built a successful business and been running it for 11 years. I’m the only boss I’m accountable to, so clearly if I was really lazy I wouldn’t have made it this far. And yet… this has always been my story, so I’ve been working on that mindset bigtime the last year or so in particular, and I just had a new breakthrough that I think will help you, too. Would love to hear your thoughts after on Instagram @HilaryRushford or HilaryRushford.com/podvip.

I was jealous of her, before I saw how our stories played out. I imagine you’ve had the same happen? But maybe forget when the next instance of jealousy arises subtly or swiftly? Whether marriage, babies, career, or finances, this short yet powerful reminder is a recipe for more gratitude and compassion for ourselves and one another... Come join the conversation. Submit a Q or topic HilaryRushford.com/podvip and hang out with me on Instagram @HilaryRushford in Stories while I write my first book!

“We are certain that we were meant for more and that we don’t even deserve what we have.” -- Glennon Doyle How do we live in the guilt of abundance, and the longing for more? These 3 things help me (the 3rd one in particular!) Go forth and shine guilt free after this, friend. Then come join the conversation. Submit a Q or topic HilaryRushford.com/podvip and hang out with me on Instagram @HilaryRushford in Stories while I write my first book!

Anyone else frustrated they aren’t making more things happen? As quickly, smoothly, brilliantly as they envision? Press play for some wisdom, grace, permission and encouragement on why and what to do next. Then come join the conversation. Submit a Q or topic HilaryRushford.com/podvip and hang out with me on Instagram @HilaryRushford in Stories while I write my first book!

How do authors get a book deal? What does that even mean? What are the business elements behind the scenes of any creative endeavor? This is the stuff I geek out over! When you better understand the business mindset behind any creative endeavor, it demystifies other industries and pursuits. Plus, gives you great respect for those people you watch pursue and achieve it! How do you find an agent? What does it mean when a book goes to auction? How long is it from deal to publication? Plus a few great mindset Q’s on overcoming self-doubt along the way. Listen in then join the conversation…  Have a Q for a future episode? Leave a voice memo at HilaryRushford.com/podvip. Come share your thoughts on this episode below my latest IG post, whatever it is (as I read all those comments) @HilaryRushford.

12 Q’s to get unstuck, unashamed and out from under your stories and expectations. Whether getting the Broadway show, spouse, or learning to sail; whether personal or professional, lifetime legacy or would be lovely--do you or have you had a dream delayed? Join me as I share very specific examples and takeaways of my five year journey to wanting to write a book to finally signing a book deal with a top publisher to ACTUALLY write the book! Past episode mentioned for extra support: Ep 83: 5 Roadblocks to Your Dreams + How to Overcome Them Questions to journal or discuss: When did the dream start? When did the dream hook you? What got/has gotten in the way? What do/did you not know you didn’t know? What do/did you have to change to make it work? Are you sure you feel deeply compelled by this dream? What can you do today? Can you swim in the sea around other swimmers? Can you have intention without hustle? Can you hire someone for accountability? Can you start the next step tomorrow? What can you do everyday?

In our home we’ve been making a lot of big decisions lately. I realized a common theme, whether I was asking or being asked, was in essence this one question. Use it today and pass it on in your conversations this week! Episodes mentioned: Ep 51: Healing Our Depression + Anxiety, with Beauty + Joy Ep 55: What We Want Out of Work + How to Create It Ep 56: Loneliness, Friendship + 3 Steps for Connection Have a Q for a future episode? Leave a voice memo at HilaryRushford.com/podvip. Come share your thoughts on this episode below my latest IG post, whatever it is (as I read all those comments) @HilaryRushford.

Both practical tips and philosophical questions -- like why are restricting our bodies in tight clothes to begin with?? Today let’s feel not just more beautiful, but more at peace both physically and spiritually. Listen to Ep 99 on The 2-Part Fashion Cocktail to hear more! Have a Q for a future episode? Leave a voice memo at HilaryRushford.com/podvip. Come share your thoughts on this episode below my latest IG post, whatever it is (as I read all those comments) @HilaryRushford.

How can you welcome more people into your life, without excluding, yet also without compromising or editing your beliefs and experiences? Today’s listener Q is a great one whether an entrepreneur speaking to your audience on Instagram, or simply wanting to connect with more people in your personal life. Episodes mentioned: Ep 5: My Own Path to Making Closer Friendships Ep 17: Am I Doing Self-Love Wrong? Ep 106: Enough: Why we never feel it in our time, productivity + success (part 1 of 3) Ep 107: Enough: 10 Q’s to know if you’re doing enough (part 2 of 3) Ep 108: Enough: Why it’s extra hard as an entrepreneur, creative or dreamer (part 3 of 3) Have a Q for a future episode? Leave a voice memo at HilaryRushford.com/podvip! Come share your thoughts on this episode below my latest IG post, whatever it is (as I read all those comments) @HilaryRushford.

A more personal part 2, as I felt compelled to be more vulnerable around a topic that, along with many of my colleagues, feels so rife with criticism and judgement. Mentioned in this episode: Be There in Five episode on Childless Millennial (2 parts) Grace Atwood blog post HSP test Parenting as an HSP Charging rack Would absolutely love to hear your thoughts on this topic, and be so honored if you would share on your IG Stories or elsewhere. Come chat @HilaryRushford or leave a voice memo Q at HilaryRushford.com/podvip.