Climb Your Mountain

It's my 50th birthday. And I'm not here to give you a load of bullshit about how excited I am, or how 50 is the new 40. The late 40s have been TOUGH. And that's true for most people. Statistically, 47 is the most unhappy age. (Yes, actual scientists have studied this.) It's the collision of parenting, elder care, and peak work responsibilities. Your time has never been more constrained. You feel urgency to trek to Mt. Everest Base Camp while you're still healthy — but you're working 60 hours a week and supporting multiple family members. You worry that your happiest years are past — and it just gets worse from here. Bestie, if this is you, you really need this week's episode of the Climb Your Mountain podcast. Because it is going to give you HOPE. It's going to reassure you that greater happiness is coming. You don't have to work for it. It's going to happen naturally. And. You can also move toward happiness NOW. Not by quitting your job and walking across Mongolia with twenty dollars in your pocket. (Although that would be a totally iconic midlife crisis thing to do.) You get to start reclaiming happiness right here, one small step at a time. Here's how. Enjoy ❤️ RESOURCES MENTIONED The Happiness Curve: Why Life Gets Better After 50 WORK WITH SARAH Curious about how life coaching can help you? You can schedule a free consultation by: Clicking here

As you gather with loved ones this holiday season, you may hear lots of opinions about yourself how you're living your life. Things like ... 😭 You're too fat. 😭 You need to get a grownup job. Yanno, like cousin Becky the neurosurgeon. 😭 It's a shame you're still single. 😭 You better hurry up and have kids (or another kid). 😭 Also, you're getting kind of old to have kids, so maybe you should freeze your eggs. Bestie, if this is you, this week's episode of the Climb Your Mountain podcast is going to save your life! I'm going to show you exactly what to do with other people's opinions, criticisms, and judgements. This year, you're going to have your own back. When they're dissing you, you're just going to use it as an opportunity to love yourself harder. So sneak down in the basement if you have to. Or pretend you forgot something in the car. And listen to this holiday pep talk. WORK WITH SARAH Curious about how life coaching can help you? You can schedule a free consultation by: Clicking here

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How do you know you're doing life "right?" It's a question that can come up at midlife, at the end of an era — or anytime in our disconnected, technology-numbed-out world. 🤔 A lot of people try to get life "right" by doing the socially approved things — prestigious job, 2.5 kids, house in the burbs. 🤔 Some look to social media likes and follows to know if they're on the right path. 🤔 Others find a high-control religion or guru to tell them their purpose. None of these options is necessarily "wrong." But too often, we take these actions from fear. Our unconscious fear of being cast out of our community because we're not relevant or important enough. And none of these touches the core question: Who are we really? What do we have to give that no one else can see? So if you're ready to finally meet your purpose, this episode of the Climb Your Mountain podcast is for you. This week, I'm going to walk you through my two-part framework for a purposeful life. This will be like nothing you've ever heard before. No aptitude tests. No interest inventories. No empty platitudes about the meaning of it all. Just an invitation to get super intimate with yourself. And let that knowledge light a fire that changes you — and the world — forever. Enjoy! WORK WITH SARAH Curious about how life coaching can help you? You can schedule a free consultation by: Clicking here

Did you know that 70% of people have used an AI like ChatGPT for therapy, coaching, or emotional support? So if you've ever tried this — or use it daily — you're far from alone. You may also have heard negative news coverage around using AI for mental health support. (For example, many states and professional organizations are calling for greater regulations and passing restrictions into law.) Naturally, you might wonder: Is it safe to talk to AI about my problems? Could it be doing me more harm than good? I think it's time to have a nuanced conversation about this. In today's episode of the Climb Your Mountain podcast, I'll share some of my own experiences asking the AI for coaching. Spoiler alert: I actually think it does some things really well. And I'll also share some of the limitations I've noticed. These aren't necessarily reasons NOT to use it, but they ARE helpful to be aware of. With any kind of coaching (human or AI), you want to be a savvy consumer. And this podcast will help you think critically about the coaching you receive. It will help you decide whether your particular problem/question is a good case for AI coaching — or something better addressed by a human coach. When you know the difference, you'll always be able to connect to the right kind of help. And you'll change faster and feel better sooner. Enjoy! WORK WITH SARAH Curious about how life coaching can help you? You can schedule a free consultation by: Clicking here

PRE EPIC SERIES Last month, I shared a series called Do Your Epic Shit. And some common feedback was: "This is amazing. AND. I don't feel like this is my starting point. I'm just overwhelmed, dysregulated, confused, and not able to take even small steps. First I'd love to learn the basics. The foundational skills that will allow me to play hard and tolerate the discomfort of doing bigger things." Friends, that makes SO much sense. It's actually where I start with most of my 1:1 clients. So this month on the podcast, we're laying the foundation with a new weekly series on Pre Epic Skills! THIS WEEK If you're a big strategy person, you may sometimes find yourself bewildered when your best laid plans don't produce the results you want. You may spend time creating the most amazing, most scientifically based, most foolproof action plan. And then you go out strong. But two weeks later ... you crash and burn 🔥. Maybe you've been doing this boom and bust cycle all your life. You might be convinced that you're doom to fail. Friend, if this is you, I want you to know there's hope. You're not doomed. You are 100% capable. Here's what's been missing. It's not the actions you take that determine your results. It's the thoughts and emotions driving those actions. If you're actioning from a place of shame, urgency, pressure, and dread, taking action is going to feel AWFUL. You might be able to grind it out for a little while. But eventually, it will become too painful to sustain. That's the part where you quit — and then tell yourself that you're lazy, not good enough, always fail, etc., etc. And here's the amazing part. What if all you need to do to keep going is to tell yourself a new story that feels better? That's exactly what you're going to learn in this week's episode of the Climb Your Mountain podcast. You can believe anything you want. So let's get you believing the opposite of what hurts. Enjoy! WORK WITH SARAH Curious about how life coaching can help you? You can schedule a free consultation by: Clicking here

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PRE EPIC SERIES Last month, I shared a series called Do Your Epic Shit. And some common feedback was: "This is amazing. AND. I don't feel like this is my starting point. I'm just overwhelmed, dysregulated, confused, and not able to take even small steps. First I'd love to learn the basics. The foundational skills that will allow me to play hard and tolerate the discomfort of doing bigger things." Friends, that makes SO much sense. It's actually where I start with most of my 1:1 clients. So this month on the podcast, we're laying the foundation with a new weekly series on Pre Epic Skills! THIS WEEK In the latest episode of Climb Your Mountain, we're going to answer an important question: how can you feel safe and secure in a world where so many bad things happen? Safety is one of our deepest needs. If you're a parent, you know that toddlers need a secure base to explore from. They need to feel that if they run off, get into things, and fall on their butts, a loving parent will always be there to scoop them up and cuddle them. And adults are the same! Without a sense of security, you feel paralyzed. You play it safe and do what you've always done. You worry that if you step out of your comfort zone, you'll never get back in. But you can't rely on anyone else to provide safety. It's something you have to create for yourself with your thoughts. And on today's episode, I'll show you how. Enjoy! WORK WITH SARAH Curious about how life coaching can help you? You can schedule a free consultation by: Clicking here

PRE-EPIC SERIES Thanks so much to everyone who tuned in for my "Do Your Epic Shit Series" last month and offered their feedback. One thing I'm hearing loud and clear from many of you: This all sounds great ... one day. But I honestly don't feel ready to even start doing hard things! Friend, that makes so much sense. When I think about my clients, very few of them came into coaching ready to immediately storm the gates of their dreams! Most of them started by learning foundation skills: things like regulating their emotions, finding sufficiency and safety, and managing their thoughts on purpose. So this October on the Climb Your Mountain podcast, I'm going to walk you through the top foundational skills you need to master before you really go for it! This is the stuff that makes "the going for it" easier, faster, and more fun. Ready? Let's do this! THIS EPISODE In Week One of the Pre-Epic Series, we're going to dive into a big question: What the hell should I be doing with my life, anyway? This is a completely normal question anytime, but it's especially common after a big life transition (graduation, breakup, last kid leaving home, etc.). A career counselor might invite you to take an aptitude test, go job shadowing, and dive right into applying for jobs. I approach this question differently. I encourage you to start showing up to your current circumstances as your highest self. As a person who is fulfilled, grateful, enough, and driven to contribute. Most of us don't feel fulfilled and purposeful right now because we're sleepwalking through life. It's engaging with your current circumstances — no matter how crappy — that shows you who you really are and where you want to go. When you're living fully in the moment, your future path will reveal itself so easily. And you'll also be able to see and seize on opportunities that will move you into even greater fulfillment. Tune it to learn more! WORK WITH SARAH Curious about how life coaching can help you? You can schedule a free consultation by: Clicking here

Whether, you're trying to lose 10 pounds, find your person, or sell your first screenplay — we all want to make our dreams happen faster. This might lead you to rush. You might set unrealistic timelines. Try to do all the things at once. And try to make it happen from a place of urgency. But the truth is: trying to rush actually slows you down. You feel more resistance. More confusion. There's more internal pressure to do it perfect the first time. Which makes it hard to keep moving forward. So what can you do instead? On this week's episode of the Climb Your Mountain podcast, I'm going to teach you the concept of "small steps fast." It's all about breaking big tasks down into small ones. And then quickly taking action, evaluating, and acting again. It sounds like slowing down. But you're about to learn why it's always the fastest way to get there. And also how it sets you up for the big quantum leaps where you collapse time in ways that feel magical. Enjoy! WORK WITH SARAH Curious about how life coaching can help you? You can schedule a free consultation by: Clicking here

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Do you ever feel lost in your own life? Losing your direction in life is super common. It can happen at any time, but it's especially normal after big life transitions like a breakup, a graduation, or your kids leaving home. It can feel heavy, like you have a lot of resistance to starting something new. And it can also feel overwhelming, like there are too many possibilities to choose from. Either way, it's no fun. If you're in a lost phase, this week's episode of the Climb Your Mountain podcast is here to help. We'll dive into: ✅ How to gently overcome resistance by asking yourself better questions ✅ Why gathering too much info often backfires, and what to do instead ✅ How to try out new directions with tiny experiments ✅ How to use purposeful rest and daydreaming to gain greater clarity. No matter, what you're moving through, you got this! Now let's get curious about your next chapter. WORK WITH SARAH Curious about how life coaching can help you? You can schedule a free discovery call by: Clicking here

The fourth and final episode of my new series, DO YOUR EPIC SHIT, is live and ready for your viewing and listening pleasure! This series is designed to help you finally take that adventure you've been putting off forever — whether that's walking across Mongolia, getting a new degree, or having a baby. Today, we talked about Bombproof Planning for Inevitable Success. Click here to check out the video version! (NOTE: Scroll down for the latest video.) This episode is about 35 minutes, so you don't need a ton of time to listen! Pop it on while you're getting ready in the morning, washing the dishes, or dusting the living room. And if this inspires you to really move on your epic shit, definitely sign up for a free strategy call! That's where you and I get together for one hour on the Zoom (or phone) and troubleshoot everything that's holding you back from taking action. Whether, it's lack of clarity, fear, overwhelm, vulnerability or anything else holding you back ... I'll show you what you can do to get moving — and give you some free resources to help you out. And if you'd like to work with me 1:1 for some extra support, I'll tell you how to do that too. To schedule a call, click here. Thanks so much for hanging with me through the series! xo, Sarah

The third episode of my new series, DO YOUR EPIC SHIT, is live and ready for your viewing pleasure! This series is designed to help you finally take that adventure you've been putting off forever — whether that's walking across Mongolia, getting a new degree, or having a baby. Today, we talked about Common Obstacles (including money, time, and fear). Click here to check out the video version! (NOTE: Scroll down for the latest video.) This episode is about 35 minutes, so you don't need a ton of time to listen! Pop it on while you're getting ready in the morning, washing the dishes, or dusting the living room. And if this inspires you to really move on your epic shit, definitely sign up for a free strategy call! That's where you and I get together for one hour on the Zoom (or phone) and troubleshoot everything that's holding you back from taking action. Whether, it's lack of clarity, fear, overwhelm, vulnerability or anything else holding you back ... I'll show you what you can do to get moving — and give you some free resources to help you out. And if you'd like to work with me 1:1 for some extra support, I'll tell you how to do that too. To schedule a call, click here. And look out for tomorrow's video, which is all about how to make your success inevitable. It's going to be juicy! See you then! xo, Sarah

Hi Sarah, Hope you like popcorn. Because ... 🍿 The second episode of my new series, DO YOUR EPIC SHIT, is live and ready for your viewing pleasure! This series is designed to help you finally take that adventure you've been putting off forever — whether that's walking across Mongolia, getting a new degree, or having a baby. Today, we talked about How to Get Out of Your Own Way. Click here to check out the video version! (NOTE: Scroll down for the latest video.) This episode is about 20 minutes, so you don't need a ton of time to listen! Pop it on while you're getting ready in the morning, washing the dishes, or dusting the living room. And if this inspires you to really move on your epic shit, definitely sign up for a free strategy call! That's where you and I get together for one hour on the Zoom (or phone) and troubleshoot everything that's holding you back from taking action. Whether, it's lack of clarity, fear, overwhelm, vulnerability or anything else holding you back ... I'll show you what you can do to get moving — and give you some free resources to help you out. And if you'd like to work with me 1:1 for some extra support, I'll tell you how to do that too. To schedule a call, click here. And look out for tomorrow's episode, which is all about common obstacles like time and money.It's going to be juicy! See you then! xo, Sarah

Grab the popcorn. 🍿 The first installment of my new series, DO YOUR EPIC SHIT, is live and ready for your viewing/listening pleasure! Click here to check out the video! Or just enjoy the audio version right here on the podcast. This series is designed to help you finally take that adventure you've been putting off forever — whether that's walking across Mongolia, getting a new degree, or having a baby. Today, we talked about why now is always the best time to start. This episode is about 20 minutes, so you don't need a ton of time to listen! Pop it on while you're getting ready in the morning, washing the dishes, or dusting the living room. And if this inspires you to really move on your epic shit, definitely sign up for a free strategy call! That's where you and I get together for one hour on the Zoom (or phone) and troubleshoot everything that's holding you back from taking action. Whether, it's lack of clarity, fear, overwhelm, vulnerability or anything else holding you back ... I'll show you what you can do to get moving — and give you some free resources to help you out. And if you'd like to work with me 1:1 for some extra support, I'll tell you how to do that too. To schedule a call, click here. And look out for tomorrow's episode, which is all about getting out of your own way. It's going to be juicy! See you then! xo, Sarah

Do you feel stuck, like nothing ever changes in your life? Then ask yourself this question: Where am I NOT taking responsibility for my results? The answer might not be obvious. Your brain loves to protect you from failure, judgment, and negative emotion by giving away your power in sneaky ways. 🧠 Making your kids the reason you don't leave that relationship. 🧠 Making your partner the reason you don't spend money 🧠 Making your busy work schedule the reason you don't travel. Giving away responsibility might earn you approval points in the short-term. But the long-term result is a "default" life. One that feels like it's been chosen for you against your will. Friend, that is not the existance you deserve. And that's why on today's episode of the Climb Your Mountain podcast, I'm going to show you how to recognize where you're delegating important decisions ... 💪 and how to take back your power, even when it feels wicked uncomfortable. When you start showing up as the leader of your own life, you might disappoint others. But you will never disappoint YOU. Let's do this! WORK WITH SARAH Curious about how life coaching can help you? You can schedule a free discovery call by: Clicking here

Have you noticed that when you're hard on yourself ... You always create exactly what you DON'T want? If you try to shame and berate yourself into losing ten pounds, you lose two. And then suddenly something snaps inside you. Now you're eating out of control. And you gain those two pounds back ... and then gain two more! You might repeat this cycle over and over. Each time, you feel more despair and hopelessness. Eventually, you decide that you're just doomed to failure, that you lost the genetic lottery, that something is broken in your willpower, and that weight loss is impossible for you. Bestie, no! I don't want you to fall into this trap. So on today's episode of the Climb Your Mountain podcast, I'm gonna show you how shaming and scaring yourself into losing weight (or saving money or finding love or ANYTHING you wanna do) is the surest form of self-sabotage. And how you can end this cycle of failure once and for all ... by simply changing your emotions. When you feel good, you do good. And most of the time, you actually get there faster! Tune in and let me show you how. WORK WITH SARAH Curious about how life coaching can help you? You can schedule a free discovery call by: Clicking here

You've probably heard that the secret to feeling calmer, getting more done, and living a life you love summed up in two words: TRUST YOURSELF. But you don't trust your own brain one bit! Cause your brain is a spaz. 🤪 Anytime you get a grumpy email from your boss, it tells you you're getting fired. Anytime your partner seems distant, it tells you they don't love you anymore. Anytime you get an unexpected bill, it tells you that you can't afford it ... and now you're going to end up homeless and living in a box. So how the hell can you trust that deep pull you feel to start a business, go back to school, or take your relationship to the next step? Here's good news. Intuition is real. It's powerful. It's TOTALLY different from your thoughts (which tend to be loud and anxious). And you can learn to tap into it to get guidance from the best source on earth: yourself. In today's episode of Climb Your Mountain, I'm going to show you exactly how to do that. So you can stop being kicked around by your anxiety and social programming — and get busy doing your epic shit in this lifetime! Enjoy ❤️ WORK WITH SARAH Curious about how life coaching can help you? You can schedule a free discovery call by: Clicking here

"I'll start that business ... just as soon as things calm down." "It'll be easier to get my masters ... once my littles are in school." "I'm going to bike across the wine region of Italy ... just as soon as I retire!" Have you ever put off a dream because you're waiting for a better time? You're not alone. So many of my clients are waiting for "the right time" to start creating their FY life. But what if "the right time" never comes? What if "normal life" isn't some magic calm period that always comes back around if we hang on long enough? What if "normal life" is actually your car breaking down, a surprise work trip, your dog needing surgery, your small volunteer commitment morphing into a full-time job, and your landlord doubling the rent ... possibly all at once? When we let go of the fantasy that life will calm down, it's easier to jump NOW. (Which let's be honest, is almost always the best time.) And in this week's episode of the Climb Your Mountain podcast, I show you exactly why moving faster is usually better — and what you can do to take that scary first step. Enjoy! RESOURCES MENTIONED Die with Zero by Bill Perkins (Aff. link) WORK WITH SARAH Curious about how life coaching can help you? You can schedule a free discovery call by: Clicking here