Am I the Only One?

Bonus Episode: The Emergency Pep Talk We All Need!

Today’s bonus episode is an emergency pep talk! Because you know what I think we all need it! The last three years have been hard. Nobody is denying that. But overtime the fear in our world has led to complacency, which has led to numbness. And it’s time for us all to wake up. Life is way too short to stay complacent.
I want you through three simple things you can do today, to get out of a rut.
Listen to this if you have been feeling in a slump I need a reminder to get up and make things happen! You are important! I hope this gives you some inspiration to take action and make the changes in your life you need to feel invigorated again or for the first time.
I'm here if you want to chat about it! Connect with me on Instagram @_caitbrown or via email at coachcait1@gmail.com

62: Serena Girardi’s Take on How Can Getting Your Kid to Sleep, Can Help You Reach Your Goals?

In this episode, I chat about the important topic of sleep and sleep routines for your littles ones with sleep expert, Serena Giradi. I have consulted with Serena and she has helped us start to lay a better sleep foundation for our daughter so my husband and I can sleep, and therefor reach OUR goals!
We know sleep is an important need for not only us as women, but our children as well. When mom is well rested, baby is well rested, we all just do better. It becomes much easier to reach your own goals, dreams, and ambitions when you are awake and energetic enough to think about them!
New moms can face a lot of fear like "you'll never sleep again!", and Serena instills confidence, makes it simple, and is encouraging with this helping moms rock the sleep routine!
You can follow Serena on Instagram: @sandandsleep
You can find out more about Serena's course and working with her on her website at https://sandandsleep.com/
If this episode connected with you, please take a screenshot of this episode and share your biggest takeaways on your Instagram stories! Tag me @_caitbrown and @sandandsleep so that we can hear your biggest ah-ha’s! Anyone who tags us on Instagram in the month of February and signs to work with Serena will receive 15% off her services! Just be sure to tell her you listened to this episode! If you listen after February 2022, you may still tag and receive 10% her services!
Not only does this help the podcast grow but it helps us to share positivity and growth for others!

61: 7 Habits to Transform Your Life

In this episode I walk you through 7 habits that you can implement today to reach your goals tomorrow. These 7 habits are covered in chapter 15 of "The Slight Edge" by Jeff Olson. As I re-read this chapter I realized I have mastered quite a few of these habits and also have to work on a few of them myself. I truly had so many take aways from this and think you will too!
The 7 habits we cover are:
1. Show up
2. Be consistent
3. Have a positive outlook
4. Be committed to the long haul
5. Cultivate a burning desire back by faith
6. Be willing to pay the price
7. Practice the slight edge integrity
I hope you get a lot of value from today's episode!
My February New Coach Academy has kicked off and it's not too late to join! This is an opportunity for brand new coaches to have a successful start and learn the basics of building their business. Whether you want to do this on a part time basis alongside your wonderful, busy life would like to grow this into your "Plan B" - this is for you, sister! You’ll learn how to speak to your niche audience on social media and mesh your passions and strengths with this. You will learn how to help your first clients clients to join you and have fun learning alongside a like-minded, community of go-getter!
Let's be real. There isn't a perfect time to start anything, but there is a RIGHT time, and usually that time is right now. So let's goooo!
To be considered for the New Coach Academy, head to www.caitbrown.com/coaching

60: Why This All Actually Matters

Hey friend, welcome back. This week, I am sharing with you why this all actually matters. Your healthy habits, your dreams your routines, all of it. Why do you actually do that? I am recording this podcast not even a week after the passing of my Grandmother. It is hard to lose someone you love. It's hard to know you will never see them again, hug them again, or call them again. But I am reminded in this moment WHY I choose to show up.
My Grandmother was one of the best people I knew. She lived a long life that had many ups and downs. Especially in the four years here she was dealt many cards that would derail most people. Instead, my grandma was someone who continually showed up to be better because she know that yes, life can be hard- but you have to show up as your best version to still LIVE.
This week, I hope your take away is why this all really matters. Life is short. You deserve to live it.
To connect with me, please head to www.caitbrown.com for more details on mentorship, bootcamps, or to get on my free email list.

59: Find Your Slight Edge

Have you heard of "The Slight Edge?" Maybe you haven't heard of it, but I can guarantee that the slight edge is in fact working for or against you in your life right now. You are either making small, insignificant choices each day that move your towards the target you want in your life or you are moving away from it. The cool part? When you realize how this can work in your favor and you KNOW that the actions you are taking will pay off, that's when everything changes in your life.
In today's episode, I walk you through the ways I have used the slight edge in my own life to accomplish goals that once felt very far off. I share how I am teaching this to my team I mentor, how you can use it in your life, and why everyone can be 1% better each day.
After you listen to this episode, be sure to go grab your own copy of the book, "The Slight Edge" by Jeff Olson. If you want help in using the slight edge in your own life then apply to be a coach on my team! I am accepting 10 new coaches this month who are self-starter, coachable, and want to use coaching as a vessel to better their life. Apply at www.caitbrown.com/coaching

58: Why You Need A Side Hustle In 2022!

Welcome back to The Cait Take and welcome to 2022! A brand, new year is upon us and it is filled with possibilities for so many good things. In this episode, I walk you through my own experience finding a side hustle and why I knew it aligned with my values. I share why I believe, with an ever changing world, it is more important than ever to have something that can bring in income, more creativity, and help you be healthier too.
The world is fast paced and ever changing. There is power in starting something that is yours and yours alone. When looking for a side hustle I believe you should ask yourself three questions.
1. Does it bring in income?
2. Does it keep me healthy?
3. Does it help me be creative?
I share my experience in how I started a side hustle, changed my mindset to calling it a side business, and how it became my Plan B!
You are going to want to tune into this one!
If you are interested in partnering with me in 2022 to build your Beachbody business, apply at www.caitbrown.com/coaching

57: My 2022 Vision!

In today's episode we are talking about the need for a vision. How vision is the thing that will pull you to get out of bed each day and make your dreams a reality. If you don't have a vision, I would bet you need to be pushed to do things in life. Once you can tie a deeper meaning and attach that deeper vision to the actions you need to take- the "magic" starts to happen.
I share the story of what I had to previously let go in order to dive into my real vision, where I believe I am going in 2022, and hope it relates to you and helps you dream bigger AND take the action. As I will cover in this episode, it is okay to love your life you currently have AND want more.
Need help with crafting a vision? Then tune into my Instagram @_caitbrown Monday, December 27-Thursday, December 30th to get a FREE training on how to create your own vision board for 2022. All videos will be saved to my IG for you to reference.
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I have also opened up my mentorship spots for 2022! My four week, New Coach Academy kicks off on Wednesday, January 5th. You can get details on getting started here: https://www.caitbrown.com/coaching-information

56: This is Your Complacency Wake Up Call!

This episode is officially your wake up call to get honest with yourself. To really ask yourself if you have been complacent in your life and decide today is the day to change. I recently had a real wake up call that I was in fact, being complacent and it took a real investment to wake me up to it. I share with you today what that wake up call was, the three areas I realized I needed to revamp, and a few action steps to actually move forward and change.
They say, "ten years from now, be sure to say you chose the life you have and didn't just settle for it." And I believe deciding to get out of our comfort zone, go all in with small changes, and getting honest is the best way to make sure you are not settling!
If this episode resonates with you, be sure to share it on your social media and tag @_caitbrown and @thecaittake on Instagram
If listening to this has made you want to truly make change in your health and fitness routine, click here to join my next virtual bootcamp: https://www.caitbrown.com/wellness
If you are ready for more and want to step into the possibilities coaching can bring, I am staring a New Coach Academy on Monday, January 3rd. This four week training will give you the foundation to your business and meet other like minded women along the way. This is the perfect opportunity to kick start your Beachbody business and create momentum in the new year.
To apply, click here: https://www.caitbrown.com/coaching-information

Marissa McCormick’s Take on Keeping It Simple! Nutrition Tips for New Moms

This week we have the amazing, Marissa McCormick on the pod to chat all things nutrition and keeping it SIMPLE and effective! Marissa is a registered dietitian with a masters degree in Nutrition Science and a passion for prenatal and postpartum nutrition. She is also a full time working mom of two (with baby 3 on the way)! She shares prenatal and postpartum nutrition tips on her instagram account @nutrition4moms, and offers low-cost nutrition resources for expecting mothers and those looking to take their nutrition to the next level on her website, marissamccormick.com.
Marissa sits down and shares how you can really take care of yourself in simple and effective ways. Especially with the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it is easy to put yourself at the bottom of your to do list. Eating well, taking care of yourself, and knowing it is done for the reason of health- is the best way to keep moving forward!
You can connect and follow Marissa on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/nutrition4moms/

54: Self Compassion Is a Superpower!!

Are you hard on yourself? A perfectionist? Are you hard on yourself when you miss goals? But are you also really compassionate, kind, and forgiving to those in your life? Well girl, it's time to WAKE UP and realize, if you aren't giving yourself self-compassion and grace then you aren't truly extending it to anyone else. Let that be your wake up call. When you have self-compassion for yourself AND realize that does not equal complacency- your life will change.
I share a quick story today on how I have grown in this area. As it truly has been my biggest area to overcome in the last six years of self-growth. It is also the most life changing, the thing I know will help me excel in the future, and help others be successful too.
I also share the concept of having grace and self- compassion in busy season. The concept of "50-60%" in busy seasons to build habits so when it is "easier" you already have the foundation of your house built.
Overall, I think many of us need this reminder. Please share after listening!
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To join my team to work on self growth, get 1:1 mentorship, and help others, go to this link https://www.caitbrown.com/coaching-information