Podcast Episodes

How to Build Confidence That Lasts: Science-Backed Strategies for Self-Trust and Action

Episode 115

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Discover how to build lasting confidence through neuroscience, embodied practice, and self-trust. Learn the difference between confidence, esteem, and efficacy…

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

What Is the True Definition of Success?

Episode 114

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In this episode of Default to Yes, we’re reimagining what success really means—and why knowing your own definition may be the most important step in living the…

Published on 3 months ago

From Chaos to Calm: Strategies for Managing Mind Chatter

Episode 113

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Mind chatter consists of automatic thoughts shaped by our history, beliefs, societal conditioning, identities, fears, and desires. While some thoughts are help…

Published on 3 months ago

Reality Check: Ordinary is the Backdrop to All Things Extraordinary

Episode 112

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It’s OK to Be Ordinary as You Default to Extraordinary is a powerful reflection on the science of happiness and the myth of constant joy. Inspired by Michelle …

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

If Sunday Dread Ruins Your Weekend, This Episode is Your Rescue Plan.

Episode 111

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Feeling the "Sunday Scaries" creeping in as the weekend winds down? You're not alone — and you’re not stuck with that cycle of dread. In this empowering episod…

Published on 3 months, 4 weeks ago

How to Stop Spinning All the Plates in Midlife: Science-Backed Strategies for Balance, Energy, and Peace

Episode 110

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Feeling overwhelmed in midlife? Like you’re juggling too much—and somehow still dropping the ball on what matters most?

In this episode, we’re talking about wha…

Published on 4 months ago

The Miracle Mindset: When Faith, Action & Nature Collide in Midlife

Episode 109

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This episode dives into a powerful quote by Saint Augustine:

 “Miracles are not contrary to nature, but only contrary to what we know about nature.”

Juli opens u…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

Rewriting the Midlife Map—It’s Not a Crisis, It’s a Calling

Episode 108

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In this powerful episode of Default to Yes, we challenge the outdated myth of the midlife crisis and uncover the truth: midlife is not a crisis—it’s a calling.…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

Turning Procrastination Into Purpose: A Mindful Approach

Episode 107

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Welcome to another extraordinary week! Today, we're diving deep into a topic that's all too familiar to many of us: procrastination. It's something we often us…

Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago

Big Wins Start Small: The Secret to Sustainable Success

Episode 106

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Feeling stuck with slow progress? Remember, every small win matters!  Let's dive into the science of small victories and celebrate the journey together.

Unlock …

Published on 5 months ago