The Self Investment Project with Kathy Washburn | Emotional Wellness, Midlife Reinvention & Reclaiming Your Authentic Self

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You’ll also love… Ep. 60 — You'll Never Walk Alone: The Art of Building Supportive Relationships with Kathy WashburnEp. 59 — The Sweetest Devotion: Why Self Care Isn't Selfish with Kathy WashburnEp. 57 — Adversity as a Superpower with Terry HealeyHave you ever crushed your goals, hit the title, got the team… and still felt hollow? This conversation is a reset for high-achieving helpers who keep promises to everyone but themselves. Leadership coach and former HR exec Natasha Skolny (The Leadership Cabin) digs into what integrity actually means, why indecision drains our power, and how to re-align without burning bridges—or yourself. Topics discussed View extended shownotes here Subscribe to Sense of Peace (Kathy's Substack) today! RECEIVE the attention you need to reconnect with your purpose. Click here to learn more about individual coaching with Kathy! Connect with Kathy Washburn: Sign up for Kathy’s Sense of Peace Substack https://senseofpeace.substack.com/ To learn more about Kathy and her coaching services, head over to: https://kathywashburn.net/ To schedule a free consultation with Kathy visit: https://kathywashburn.net/contact Follow Kathy on Instagram: @kathywashburndotnet Sign Up for Kathy’s On Demand Anchored Hope Course: https://kathy-washburn.teachable.com/p/anchored-hope

You will also love Ep. 61 — The Currency of Your Attention - How Paying Attention Can Change Everything with Kathy WashburnEp. 60 — You’ll Never Walk Alone - The Art of Building Supportive Relationships with Kathy WashburnEp. 59 — The Sweetest Devotion - Why Self Care Isn’t Selfish with Kathy WashburnIf you forgot what it feels like to be cared for, this conversation will put that feeling back in your body. Kathy sits down with Jennifer Miller, founder of Taking Time Retreats, to explore how high-achieving women can practice receiving through community, play, and somatic healing. Jennifer explains why intentional care lowers the shoulders, slows the breath, and reboots the nervous system. Together they unpack the difference between escaping life and refueling so you can return more present, joyful, and powerful. Expect real talk on reciprocity, sisterhood, and building experiences that turn joy into embodied memory you can carry home. In this episode, Kathy and Jennifer discuss: View extended shownotes here Subscribe to Sense of Peace (Kathy's Substack) today! RECEIVE the attention you need to reconnect with your purpose. Click here to learn more about individual coaching with Kathy! Connect with Kathy Washburn: Sign up for Kathy’s Sense of Peace Substack https://senseofpeace.substack.com/ To learn more about Kathy and her coaching services, head over to: https://kathywashburn.net/ To schedule a free consultation with Kathy visit: https://kathywashburn.net/contact Follow Kathy on Instagram: @kathywashburndotnet Sign Up for Kathy’s On Demand Anchored Hope Course: https://kathy-washburn.teachable.com/p/anchored-hope

You will also love: Ep. 60 — You'll Never Walk Alone - The Art of Building Supportive Relationships with Kathy WashburnEp. 59 — The Sweetest Devotion - Why Self Care Isn't Selfish Kathy WashburnEp. 57 — Adversity as a Superpower with Terry Healey When life tilts and the room goes dark, perspective is the flashlight. In this deeply practical conversation, divorce coach and mediator Andra Davidson shares how to steady yourself in hard seasons, make clear choices when emotions run hot, and rebuild with intention for yourself and your kids. You will learn simple tools to regain agency, write a mission statement you can actually use, and design a support system that holds when things get loud. Topics Discussed View extended shownotes here Subscribe to Sense of Peace (Kathy's Substack) today! RECEIVE the attention you need to reconnect with your purpose. Click here to learn more about individual coaching with Kathy! Connect with Kathy Washburn: Sign up for Kathy’s Sense of Peace Substack https://senseofpeace.substack.com/ To learn more about Kathy and her coaching services, head over to: https://kathywashburn.net/ To schedule a free consultation with Kathy visit: https://kathywashburn.net/contact Follow Kathy on Instagram: @kathywashburndotnet Sign Up for Kathy’s On Demand Anchored Hope Course: https://kathy-washburn.teachable.com/p/anchored-hope

You’ll also love: Ep. 59 — The Sweetest Devotion: Why Self Care Isn’t Selfish with Kathy Washburn Ep. 56 — Kindness Revolution: How a Technology Executive is Solving the Loneliness Epidemic at Work with Natalie SemmesEp. 52 — Releasing the Need to Please and Embracing Authentic Living with Riley Hope Matlock Your attention is your most valuable currency and much of it is being spent for you. Kathy shows how daily attention is the real engine of love, integrity, and connection, drawing on Iris Murdoch, Mary Pipher, and the modern attention economy to reveal why scattered focus breeds shame and disconnection. You will learn a five day Values Discovery practice so your time, energy, money, and attention align with what matters most, plus simple ways to give undivided presence that transforms relationships. Topics Discussed: View extended shownotes here Connect with Kathy Washburn: Sign up for Kathy’s Sense of Peace Substack https://senseofpeace.substack.com/ To learn more about Kathy and her coaching services, head over to: https://kathywashburn.net/ To schedule a free consultation with Kathy visit: https://kathywashburn.net/contact Follow Kathy on Instagram: @kathywashburndotnet Sign Up for Kathy’s On Demand Anchored Hope Course: https://kathy-washburn.teachable.com/p/anchored-hope

You’ll also love Ep. 31: Finding Connection and Belonging by Building Self Trust with Elise BishEp. 56: Kindness Revolution: How a Technology Executive is Solving the Loneliness Epidemic at Work with Natalie SemmesEp. 18: Embracing Authentic Presence: Building Resilience and Compassionate Communication with Shana GoldKathy reframes strength from radical independence to healthy interdependence. Through a powerful hospital story and a practical framework, she shows how to build support before crisis, how to distinguish your Ground Crew and Co-pilots, and how to practice the often-missing skill of receiving. You will leave with clear steps to cultivate reciprocal, supportive relationships that catch you before you fall. Topics Discussed View extended shownotes here Connect with Kathy Washburn: Sign up for Kathy’s Sense of Peace Substack https://senseofpeace.substack.com/ To learn more about Kathy and her coaching services, head over to: https://kathywashburn.net/ To schedule a free consultation with Kathy visit: https://kathywashburn.net/contact Follow Kathy on Instagram: @kathywashburndotnet Sign Up for Kathy’s On Demand Anchored Hope Course: https://kathy-washburn.teachable.com/p/anchored-hope

You’ll also love… Ep. 21 - No Time for Self Care – How About Becoming Self Full with Elinor Harari Turn “self-care guilt” into self-full choices that fuel real presence and energy.Ep. 30 - From Self-Sacrifice to Fulfillment: Healing Emotional Patterns with Kathy Washburn Retire the good-girl script and replace martyrdom with self-partnership and agency.Ep. 36 - Shifting Self Care From Obligation to Inspiration with Amy Burnie Ditch the checklist—build tiny, nourishing practices that actually stick.Kathy reframes devotion from self-sacrifice to self-sustaining care—the kind that makes your love more present, your boundaries clearer, and your life feel like it actually belongs to you. She unpacks the research on self-compassion (hello, burnout prevention), introduces the oxygen mask principle, and shares why “being the good girl” often creates hidden resentment and disconnection (the “smush”). You’ll leave with simple, sustainable practices to move from people-pleasing and emotional suppression to emotional wellness, midlife reinvention, and authentic living. Topics Discussed in this Episode: Self-Devotion vs. Self-SacrificeBurnout Prevention through Self-Compassion (Dr. Kristin Neff)The “Smush” (from Unbound)Self-Fullness (Tal Ben-Shahar)Six Pillars of Devotion + Micro-PracticesView extended shownotes here Connect with Kathy Washburn: To learn more about Kathy and her coaching services, head over to: https://kathywashburn.net/ To schedule a free consultation with Kathy visit: https://kathywashburn.net/contact Follow Kathy on Instagram: @kathywashburndotnet Sign Up for Kathy’s On Demand Anchored Hope Course: https://kathy-washburn.teachable.com/p/anchored-hope

What if the feeling of being stuck is actually your soul guiding you toward your greatest self? This episode offers a roadmap for Midlife Reinvention starting with tuning into your body's wisdom. Host Kathy Washburn interviews Christina Deering, a powerful shaman and business coach who shares her journey from a people-pleasing sorority girl to a highly aligned spiritual guide. Christina breaks down essential body-based techniques to access elusive intuition, including the constrictive versus expansive test and the surprising coin flip method that reveals your true desires. You’ll gain tools for Emotional Mastery by understanding David R. Hawkins' Map of Consciousness, learning why it is crucial to process lower frequencies (like shame or guilt) instead of engaging in toxic positivity. The conversation culminates in Wealth Energetics—the understanding that "money is what we are". Discover why healing feelings of unworthiness and lack of receiving are vital for abundance and learn about Christina’s revolutionary Seven Figure Shift. This tapping technique is designed to normalize success and create safety in your nervous system before your deepest desires materialize. If you are ready to overcome old patterns and step into your most soul-aligned expression, this episode is your catalyst. Topics Discussed in this Episode: Midlife Reinventionbody-based techniquesEmotional Masteryinspired actionWealth EnergeticsreceivingSeven Figure Shiftnormalize successconduitView extended shownotes here Connect with Kathy Washburn: To learn more about Kathy and her coaching services, head over to: https://kathywashburn.net/ To schedule a free consultation with Kathy visit: https://kathywashburn.net/contact Follow Kathy on Instagram: @kathywashburndotnet Sign Up for Kathy’s On Demand Anchored Hope Course: https://kathy-washburn.teachable.com/p/anchored-hope

Facing adversity can completely transform your life—but what if you could use your toughest moments to build unshakable resilience and rediscover your authentic self? In this powerful episode, we dive deep into emotional wellness and post-traumatic growth with cancer survivor and author Terry Healey, whose new book "The Resilience Mindset" reframes adversity as a catalyst for radical personal reinvention. Host Kathy Washburn and Terry explore how cancer survivorship reveals hidden strengths, why both “big T” and “little t” traumas matter, and the transformative practices that help you move beyond people-pleasing and emotional suppression. Discover Terry’s REBAR framework—a four-step plan to build resilience from the ground up, nurture emotional intelligence, and cultivate self-compassion. You’ll walk away with actionable tools for self-care, authentic connection, and managing life’s detours, whether you’re healing from illness, burnout, or years of putting others first. If you’re ready to reclaim your story, break free from old patterns, and step boldly into a life that’s truly your own, don’t miss this inspiring conversation—your next chapter starts now! Topics Discussed in this Episode: View extended shownotes here Connect with Kathy Washburn: To learn more about Kathy and her coaching services, head over to: https://kathywashburn.net/ To schedule a free consultation with Kathy visit: https://kathywashburn.net/contact Follow Kathy on Instagram: @kathywashburndotnet Sign Up for Kathy’s On Demand Anchored Hope Course: https://kathy-washburn.teachable.com/p/anchored-hope

Are you tired of the endless cycle of people-pleasing, emotional suppression, and disconnected “social junk food”—but not sure how to reclaim your authentic self? In this empowering episode of The Self Investment Project, we dive deep into the transformative power of kindness and intentional connection, uncovering practical tools for emotional wellness and sustainable self-care in our hyper-digital world. Host Kathy Washburn is joined by Natalie Semmes, international technologist and cancer survivor, who shares her inspiring journey from high-pressure corporate success through life-altering illness and into her mission to spark a “kindness revolution.” Discover how Natalie’s innovative KindYou app gamifies genuine connection, why being kind to yourself is the ultimate secret weapon against burnout, and what the science—and true stories—reveal about overcoming isolation, negativity bias, and emotional inflammation at work and home. Learn about the essential pillars of clarity, care, recognition, and connection, and walk away with actionable strategies to foster real human relationships, set healthy boundaries, and finally invest in your own well-being. Whether you’re facing midlife reinvention, navigating cancer survivorship, or simply ready to break free from old patterns, this episode is your invitation to step boldly into a wildly authentic, joy-filled next chapter. Don’t miss the chance to transform your relationship with yourself, your community, and the world—one intentional act of kindness at a time. Topics Discussed in this Episode: View extended shownotes here Connect with Kathy Washburn: To learn more about Kathy and her coaching services, head over to: https://kathywashburn.net/ To schedule a free consultation with Kathy visit: https://kathywashburn.net/contact Follow Kathy on Instagram: @kathywashburndotnet Sign Up for Kathy’s On Demand Anchored Hope Course: https://kathy-washburn.teachable.com/p/anchored-hope

Feeling disconnected, stuck in people-pleasing mode, or longing for deeper purpose? This inspiring episode dives into emotional wellness, overcoming loneliness, and reclaiming your authentic self—offering real strategies for building resilience, cultivating connection, and living a wildly fulfilling life. Host Kathy Washburn welcomes coach and author Jules Kuroda, creator of “The N8 Self” framework, to unpack how we unintentionally create loneliness, the powerful lessons of stepping outside your comfort zone, and why reconnecting with our innate character strengths and creativity is essential—especially for Type C personalities and women navigating midlife reinvention. Discover how modern technology shapes our relationships, the science and spirituality of inner wisdom, and practical ways to shift from isolation to abundance and joy. Learn about the eight essential characteristics that shape a meaningful life, and hear actionable steps to silence self-judgment, nurture emotional intelligence, and build authentic connection—with yourself and others. If you’re ready to stop living for others, prioritize self-care, and invest in the next vibrant chapter of your life, this episode will leave you feeling emboldened and ready to step into the fullness of who you truly are. In this episode, Kathy and Jules discuss: View extended shownotes here Connect with Kathy Washburn: To learn more about Kathy and her coaching services, head over to: https://kathywashburn.net/ To schedule a free consultation with Kathy visit: https://kathywashburn.net/contact Follow Kathy on Instagram: @kathywashburndotnet Sign Up for Kathy’s On Demand Anchored Hope Course: https://kathy-washburn.teachable.com/p/anchored-hope

Ready to break free from people-pleasing and reclaim your authentic self? In this inspiring episode, we dive deep into building resilience, embracing boldness, and cultivating emotional wellness—especially for women feeling stuck after years of over-giving and emotional suppression. Host Kathy Washburn is joined by powerhouse Erika Rothenberger, a civil engineer, keynote speaker, and founder of multiple women’s empowerment groups, who shares her transformative journey from perfectionism and burnout to audacious self-leadership. Together, they explore how to build resilience before crisis hits, why auditing your personal “board of directors” accelerates growth, time management tricks for busy women, and the life-changing impact of embracing your true essence. Packed with actionable strategies for overcoming Type C traits, setting healthy boundaries, and experimenting with “thriving” in midlife, this episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to stop living a muted life and start honoring their deepest desires. Tune in to discover how cultivating courage, community, and resilience can propel you into your most vibrant, empowered chapter yet! Topics Discussed in this Episode: View extended shownotes here Connect with Kathy Washburn: To learn more about Kathy and her coaching services, head over to: https://kathywashburn.net/ To schedule a free consultation with Kathy visit: https://kathywashburn.net/contact Follow Kathy on Instagram: @kathywashburndotnet Sign Up for Kathy’s On Demand Anchored Hope Course: https://kathy-washburn.teachable.com/p/anchored-hope

Are you ready to break free from self-doubt and finally grow into your full potential? In this inspiring episode of Investment of Self, we dive into actionable strategies to overcome negative self-talk, cultivate gratitude, and ignite real transformation in your life. Julie Nee, bestselling author and co-creator of the “You Grow Girl” movement, joins host Kathy Washburn for a heartfelt conversation packed with science-backed positivity, tools for personal growth, and empowering stories from her journey as a cancer survivor, leader, and mother. Together, Julie and Kathy explore the real impact of positive psychology, why shifting your mindset matters, and how small daily rituals can rewire your brain for greater purpose and joy. You’ll uncover creative ways to silence your inner critic, make conferences and self-help books “sticky” with practical exercises, and build a supportive community to accelerate your growth—no matter your age or stage. Perfect for anyone feeling stuck, striving for change, or seeking inspiration, this episode offers wisdom, warmth, and the motivation to invest in yourself. Tune in and discover how to nurture your best self from the inside out—and why a single shift can ripple through generations. Topics Discussed in this Episode: View extended shownotes here Connect with Kathy Washburn: To learn more about Kathy and her coaching services, head over to: https://kathywashburn.net/ To schedule a free consultation with Kathy visit: https://kathywashburn.net/contact Follow Kathy on Instagram: @kathywashburndotnet Sign Up for Kathy’s On Demand Anchored Hope Course: https://kathy-washburn.teachable.com/p/anchored-hope

Are you a sensitive soul who finds yourself stuck in cycles of people-pleasing, self-sacrifice, or toxic relationships? In this powerful episode, we dive deep into self-healing, breaking generational cycles, and reclaiming your authentic voice with singer-songwriter and empath advocate Riley Hope Matlock. Host Kathy Washburn and Riley explore the emotional journey from “Cinderella syndrome” and perfectionism to radical self-investment, creative freedom, and the art of saying “no more.” Riley opens up about overcoming stage fright, healing family trauma, her Dark Night of the Soul, and the liberating process of finding her true voice through music and therapy. She also discusses the impact of boundaries, reclaiming personal power, learning to “breathe deep and rest easy,” and how her upcoming album, “Symphonic Alchemy,” guides listeners from pain to empowerment. Tune in for raw insight on the messy middle of transformation, practical tips for reconnecting to your true self, and the healing power of music for everyone who’s ready to break free, heal old wounds, and finally make themselves a priority. Don’t miss this episode—your path to self-investment and lifelong empowerment could begin right here! Topics Discussed in this Episode: View Extended Shownotes here Connect with Kathy Washburn: To learn more about Kathy and her coaching services, head over to: https://kathywashburn.net/ To schedule a free consultation with Kathy visit: https://kathywashburn.net/contact Follow Kathy on Instagram: @kathywashburndotnet Sign Up for Kathy’s On Demand Anchored Hope Course: https://kathy-washburn.teachable.com/p/anchored-hope

Struggling with stubborn health issues like unexplained fatigue, brain fog, or gut problems that doctors can’t solve? In this episode, we reveal how functional medicine and advanced self-tracking tools can help you uncover the real root causes of your symptoms and finally reclaim your energy, focus, and vitality. Amanda Soukoulis, a former private equity professional turned functional health practitioner, shares her inspiring story of hitting rock bottom in her mid-twenties—and how she transformed her pain into purpose. Learn about Amanda’s groundbreaking U3 system (“Uncover, Uproot, Unleash”), which uses comprehensive lab testing and data-driven strategies to personalize healing and optimize wellness. Discover the underrated power of peptides, the connection between gut health and brain function, and why investing in your well-being pays lifelong dividends. Plus, Amanda offers actionable tips on harnessing wearables like Whoop, breaking free from overwhelm, and why you don’t have to heal alone. Whether you’re a high-achiever burned out by stress, someone tired of being dismissed by the healthcare system, or simply seeking holistic ways to feel your absolute best—this episode will spark hope, provide real solutions, and help you step into your highest potential. Tune in now to learn how your health can become your greatest investment! Topics Discussed in this Episode: view extended shownotes here Connect with Kathy Washburn: To learn more about Kathy and her coaching services, head over to: https://kathywashburn.net/ To schedule a free consultation with Kathy visit: https://kathywashburn.net/contact Follow Kathy on Instagram: @kathywashburndotnet Sign Up for Kathy’s On Demand Anchored Hope Course: https://kathy-washburn.teachable.com/p/anchored-hope

If you’re ready to break free from burnout, people-pleasing, and the silent erosion of self-worth, this empowering episode delivers a bold new mantra for living authentically after 50. In this milestone solo episode, host and cancer survivor Kathy Washburn takes on the trending self-help advice “let them” and explains why it can be toxic for those who struggle with conflict avoidance, emotional suppression, and putting others first. Discover Kathy’s transformative alternative, “let it be me,” a compassionate approach to reclaiming your needs, honoring your desires, and building true inner resilience. She shares her own deeply personal journey of self-abandonment and healing, unpacks the science behind suppressed emotions and disease, and guides you through practical steps for setting micro-boundaries, expressing your true feelings, and creating safety for growth. Whether you’ve wrestled with resentment, struggle to put your needs first, or you’re seeking a fresh path to self-investment, this episode is packed with actionable strategies, validating research, and heartfelt encouragement. Tune in for a candid, uplifting conversation that will inspire you to live from the inside out and become the best version of yourself. Topics Discussed in this Episode: View extended shownotes here Connect with Kathy Washburn: To learn more about Kathy and her coaching services, head over to: https://kathywashburn.net/ To schedule a free consultation with Kathy visit: https://kathywashburn.net/contact Follow Kathy on Instagram: @kathywashburndotnet Sign Up for Kathy’s On Demand Anchored Hope Course: https://kathy-washburn.teachable.com/p/anchored-hope

Grief isn’t just something you “get over”—it can transform your life, your identity, and your relationships in ways you never imagined. In this powerful episode, we dive into the real journey of healing after loss with expert grief and trauma counselor Amelia Bradaric. Listen as Amelia shares how adventuring through loss—literally and emotionally—helped her move from numbness and dissociation to authentic presence and growth. Host Kathy Washburn and Amelia unpack what emotional regulation really means, why dissociation might be necessary at first, and how grief can create ripple effects of “secondary losses” from identity to friendships to homes. Together, they explore practical, accessible strategies for navigating emotional turmoil—including grounding in the senses, embracing nature, and learning to honor both heaviness and small joys as you pendulate between pain and possibility. Whether you’re grieving, supporting someone through loss, or simply facing a time of deep personal change, this episode offers validation, hope, and concrete tools for building resilience. Discover why seeking help is an act of self-investment, how to support others without trying to fix them, and how to find your own adventure in healing—even when the landscape is nothing like you expected. View extended shownotes here Connect with Kathy Washburn: To learn more about Kathy and her coaching services, head over to: https://kathywashburn.net/ To schedule a free consultation with Kathy visit: https://kathywashburn.net/contact Follow Kathy on Instagram: @kathywashburndotnet Sign Up for Kathy’s On Demand Anchored Hope Course: https://kathy-washburn.teachable.com/p/anchored-hope

Are you a cancer survivor seeking to reclaim your health, find empowerment after diagnosis, or break free from patterns that no longer serve you? This transformative episode dives into the healing power of personalized nutrition, self-advocacy, and mindset shifts essential for thriving after cancer. Board-certified holistic nutrition consultant and cancer mentor Kirsten Nussgruber joins host Kathy Washburn to share her inspiring journey from HR manager to survivor and expert, revealing how she broke the karmic cycle of cancer in her family. Gain practical insights on moving from overwhelm to empowerment, the profound connection between what you eat and how you feel, and the emotional roots behind food choices. Discover the importance of self-care, reframing limiting beliefs, and building resonant relationships to support lasting change. Plus, get actionable tips for navigating social settings, staying mindful, and cultivating self-worth through nourishment—body, mind, and spirit. Whether you’re in survivorship, supporting a loved one, or ready for your own transformation, this episode guides you on a path toward informed, sustainable healing—so you can reclaim your life and live with greater joy and resilience. Don’t miss it! Topics Discussed in this Episode: View extended shownotes here Connect with Kathy Washburn: To learn more about Kathy and her coaching services, head over to: https://kathywashburn.net/ To schedule a free consultation with Kathy visit: https://kathywashburn.net/contact Follow Kathy on Instagram: @kathywashburndotnet Sign Up for Kathy’s On Demand Anchored Hope Course: https://kathy-washburn.teachable.com/p/anchored-hope