We are all busy, right? With all of the demands and tasks in our lives, how the hell do we find balance? Well, it's simple - we don't. My approach is to throw balance out the window and instead focus on getting shit done. In today's episode, I share what "balance" looks like for me as a single, working mom with big dreams and big goals. Let's do this!

There are too many of us not going after the things we want in life. Why? Well, we lack the confidence. I'm not talking about the confidence of being really great at it. I'm talking about the confidence to do what you say you're going to do. In today's episode, I discuss how you can build confidence and believe in yourself so you can do anything you put your mind to.

Whether you are ready for a change because you are unhappy with your life or if you are ready to take your life to the next level, knowing where to start can be overwhelming. We are in a state where there is an infinite amount of information readily available. While that can be great, it can also be super overwhelming. In today's episode, I walk you through the exact steps I used to change my life. These are also the same steps I continue to use and I push my life to the next level. No matter where you are at in your journey, there is something for you in this episode. Let's do this!

Amidst a divorce or heartbreak, it can feel like the world is ending. My world was crumbling right before my eyes and I wasn't sure how I was going to move past it. However, slowly but surely, I started to rebuild my life and find the silver lining even in something as heartbreaking as a divorce. In today's episode, you will walk away with tips on how to prevail through a divorce or heartbreak. You will also learn how to take this painful life experience and turn it into an opportunity you wouldn't expect.

Everyone has to start somewhere. Everyone comes from nothing. Yes, some people are naturally good at things but everyone has to make a conscious decision to start. Everyone is beginner at some point. Fitness is a huge part of my life now, but it wasn't always that way. In today's episode, I walk you through my fitness journey from McDonald's #1 fan to a bikini competition to running a half marathon. If you are just starting out, it's ok. I've been there too. And I'm here to tell you, you can do this. Let's go!

What is it that you truly want in life? Think about it. If you aren't driving, take a minute to close your eyes. Look at where you are right now in your life and think about where you want to be. What does that look like for you? No matter what is standing in your way, you ARE strong enough to overcome it. You ARE strong enough to make it through. You ARE strong enough to figure it out. You ARE strong enough to prevail.

Have you ever heard the song that says, "The only thing that stays the same is everything changes?" It's true. When you step outside your comfort zone, change is inevitable. Change can also be really scary. It can drum up a lot of not-so-great feelings. In today's episode, I break down 4 tips to successfully navigate through change.

Anxiety is a bitch. Ok, I said it. Anxiety has robbed me of so many moments of my life. Unfortunately, I turned to alcohol and blaming other people in order to cope with anxiety for many, many years. News flash - that is not healthy! Over the past few years, I have had to challenge myself to uncover healthy ways to cope with my anxiety and I want to share them with you. If you are going through something similar, there is hope. These 4 coping mechanisms could change your life.

Ok, I'm not going to sugar coat this. Triathlons are no joke! I recently competed in my first sprint triathlon and, well, it was interesting. This episode dives into the hilarious story from my sexy outfit to the most impactful moments throughout the race.

Why are you the way you are? Why do you react the ways you react? Where do these feelings come from? Well, I can tell you that the enneagram personality test hits the nail on the freakin' head. Self-awareness is key to growth and development. In this episode, I take a deep dive into my enneagram results and compare to what I believe about myself. It's mind-blowing!

Show me the money! Well about 3 years ago, I couldn't show you any money. I didn't have any! I was drowning in debt and knew I had to make a change in order to give myself and my daughter a life that we both deserved. How though? As a single mom, that was a daunting task. In this episode, I cover how I dug myself out of debt, one baby step at a time with Dave Ramsey's financial freedom method. If you feel like you are stuck in a financial situation and can't get out, you need to listen up. You CAN make a change. You CAN do this. You CAN prevail! Let's go!

Life can sure seem to get in the way sometimes, can't it? It doesn't have to though. My name is Shannon and I am here to share my stories, life lessons and bits of wisdom that I've learned throughout the years. One thing I have learned is that you can literally do anything you put your mind too. I am proof of that. You just have to choose to prevail. You have to choose to be stronger than your circumstances and your current situation. But I'm here to tell you, you CAN do this! I am going to open up about my life stories and my past in hopes that you can become inspired to reach for your goals and turn your dreams into a reality.