Beyond Your Best Plan

"Western society has sold us this bill of goods that we are all entitled to be rich, thin, and happy. Yet no one mentions: what price are you willing to pay for that?" In this week's episode, Whitnie, Claudette, and Catherine talk about the price to pay to achieve what we want and why sometimes, we are unwilling to make the necessary tradeoffs. You'll hear about their experiences, how they made peace with the idea of letting go first to receive later, and some of their sacrifices to be where they are today. Throughout this episode, they discuss the need to sacrifice personal time to work on their passion projects, the discipline necessary to stop their egos from getting in the way of their purpose, and the need to be attached to the outcome yet flexible on how to get there.Additionally, they explore the "ego's fuckery," how having a growth mindset is essential to deal with it, why longing turns us into victims, the importance of walking with a clear why as a North Star, and more. In This Episode, You Will Learn:How important it is to accept that our purpose will require sacrifices (4:52)Dealing with fears is a massive part of conquering our goals (13:01)A clear why makes everything easier in the pursuit of our purpose (17:07)Why does our ego feel entitled to that "free lunch" (23:43)The longing will turn you into a victim (26:34)Discipline and consistency go a long way (36:43)Resources:The Truth Method Apps MembershipFit District websiteGet the FREE Ebook: The Magic Of NoLet's Connect!About UsJoin the Facebook GroupInstagram

"The more you believe there's a limitation, the more it will be."In today's episode, Claudette, Catherine, and Whitnie talk about limitations. They share their personal experiences with limitations, how they managed to conquer them in the past, and how they healthily deal with their new limitations. Throughout this episode, you'll hear about the dangers of letting your limitations hinder your purpose. Also, you'll learn to let go of limiting beliefs to avoid them becoming your identity and stop them from interfering with your growth in the bigger dynamic. Additionally, you'll discover the difference between catching limitations mid-air and denying their existence, why a massive part of your emotional well-being comes from being uncomfortable, the discipline needed to stop limiting beliefs from getting stronger, and more. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Claudette talks about her limiting beliefs about education (2:20)Limitations exist in the real world, yet that doesn't mean we can't achieve our goals (6:31)The lion and the mouse. You are not your limitations (10:54)We are the powerful creators of our reality (19:13)Being uncomfortable is the path to growth (26:11)Monitor your thoughts, the reality is fluid, and you have the power to mold it (32:32)Resources:The Truth Method Apps MembershipBook - Chet Holmes, Amanda Holmes - The Ultimate Sales MachineLet's Connect!About UsJoin the Facebook GroupInstagram

Are you letting other people's thoughts or opinions get in your way?In this episode, 3 of the Fab 5 discuss "to care or not to care about what other people think..." Katherine, Whitnie, and Claudette share their thoughts on why caring too much about what others think of us is detrimental to our well-being, personal growth, and healing processes. Throughout this conversation, you'll hear how to deal with negative opinions, harmful comments online, or any destructive remark addressing your work, passion projects, or identity. You'll learn how to avoid letting your ego's fragility get in the way of who you are, your purpose, and how you present yourself. Additionally, we discuss how the fear of failure and the fear of rejection make you more influenceable, the physical consequences of not speaking your truth, acknowledging you can choose how to respond to other people's opinions, and more.In This Episode, You Will Learn:Is it good if nobody talks about us in our hyper-connected and opinionated online world? (4:37)Why it is massively important to speak your truth, regardless of the consequences (8:12)Two questions to help you deal with negative opinions and mean comments (11:08)Our egos are such lightweight bitches (15:18)You can stand in your power, in partnership with God (22:59)When we let what others think to dictate the pace, we've given our power away (27:11)Is your identity in alignment with who you are? (35:50)Let's Connect!About UsJoin the Facebook GroupInstagram

"Go at your own pace, do not give in to anybody's pressure."In this episode, the Fab 5 talks about the connection between spirituality and business. The quality and number of things we create in the world are deeply rooted in how much we allow ourselves, internally, to be in the space of creation. It is more about mentoring ourselves, staying faithful to discipline and away from excuses, and being avid in nurturing a growth mindset. Throughout this conversation, you will hear the Fab 5 discuss how their connection with their inner world boosted and drastically changed their reality and their views on business and entrepreneurship. Additionally, you'll hear about one of Katherine's most recent wins, the opening of her beloved Fit District in Arlington, Virginia. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Being an entrepreneur is not knowing what to expect (7:06)Be your own mentor. Build solid foundations before anything (13:20)Work is a part of your life. Life shouldn't fit around your work (25:41)Be clear about who you are and nurture a growth mindset (30:25)If you need answers, find a moment and a time to reconnect with yourself (32:26)Let's Connect!About UsJoin the Facebook GroupInstagram

“Lack of confidence is not a bad thing. It becomes bad when it keeps you from taking action.”In this episode, The Fab 5 discusses the importance of building confidence and the impact it can have on one’s life.  It is okay not to have confidence while doing something you are not used to doing very often. You don’t need to be harsh on yourself simply because you lack confidence in some situations; with practice, your confidence will grow.Throughout this conversation, you will hear the Fab 5 share personal stories of times they didn’t have confidence. They will share some tips that are helpful in building one’s confidence, and you’ll hear about the impact it can have on one’s life. Additionally, you’ll learn how to use the FAST method to evaluate your confidence.Tune in to hear Fab 5 talk about how to build one’s confidence!In This Episode, You Will Learn:How to build the confidence muscle (03:57)Using practice and compassion to grow your confidence (14:32)The importance of knowing who you are (22:42)How to use the FAST method in confidence evaluation (30:52)Let’s Connect!About UsJoin the Facebook GroupInstagram

“You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.”In this episode, The Fab 5 talks about how the people we surround ourselves with impact us. One of the best ways to elevate yourself is to surround yourself with people who expand your mind and challenge you to do better. When you learn and grow, you also become a vessel of wisdom that can pour into the people you spend time with.Throughout this conversation, you will hear the Fab 5 talk about elevating one’s thinking by being more cautious about who you spend time with. You’ll also learn about the importance of being curious and compassionate when interacting with people. Additionally, you’ll learn how setting an intention can impact your life.Tune in to hear Fab 5 talk about how the people we surround ourselves with impact us!In This Episode, You Will Learn:Why you should evaluate the vibration of those around you (03:25)The impact of being around people that can expand your mind (16:51)Why we should be curious and compassionate (26:22)The power of setting an intention (31:18)Let’s Connect!About UsJoin the Facebook GroupInstagram

“When we are complaining, we're reinforcing the very thing we're complaining about.”In this episode, the Fab 5 talks about the trap of complaining and how to move away from it. Complaining is an energy that attracts more problems for one to complain about, creating bad energy around us. Sometimes, this will make people not want to be around you because they don’t want to hear constant complaints.Throughout this conversation, you will hear the Fab 5 share their experience with complaining and its impact on them. They also discussed what they had to do to shift from complaint to gratitude mode. Additionally, you’ll learn about the questions you should ask yourself when you feel the urge to complain.Tune in to hear Fab 5 talk about how to move out of the vicious cycle of complaining!In This Episode, You Will Learn:The outcome we get from complaining (02:34)Why taking responsibility is the first step toward eliminating complaining (05:12)The questions you should ask when you find yourself complaining (16:26)What effective blaming entails (20:55)Let’s Connect!About UsJoin the Facebook GroupInstagram

“The healing we want may not always happen, but the healing we need ultimately happens.”In this episode, The Fab 5 talks about the healing journey and how it should be approached. We all have challenges and areas that need healing, but we sometimes fail to get healed because we don’t believe it's possible. Although believing you can be healed is a first step, it requires more work to make it happen.Throughout this conversation, you will hear the Fab 5 share personal experiences with healing and what it took to be healed. You’ll learn why you need to take responsibility to make healing possible. Additionally, you’ll hear a discussion on the healing we expect vs. the healing that we need.Tune in to hear Fab 5 talk about healing and what it takes to be healed!In This Episode, You Will Learn:What it takes to be healed The importance of accepting responsibility in the healing process Healing what you need vs. healing what you want How to not let the ego beat us up when we don’t get what we expect Let’s Connect!About UsJoin the Facebook GroupInstagram

“If you can't connect to those that you see, you can't connect to those that you don't see.”In this episode, the Fab 5 talks about what spirituality means to them and how they tap into it. Despite what many people believe, spirituality is not religion; it is a personal experience that connects us to our true selves. When we tap into it, we become more compassionate, loving, present, and grateful, among other amazing qualities.Throughout this conversation, you will hear the Fab 5 share their views on what spirituality means to them. They also discuss the role that spirituality plays in their daily lives. Additionally, you’ll hear the different ways in which we can get a spiritual experience.Tune in to hear Fab 5 talk about how to tap into one’s spirituality!In This Episode, You Will Learn:What spirituality is all about (02:26)How spirituality provides clarity to things that are happening in our lives (04:57)The difference between religion and spirituality (11:23)The different spiritual experiences (18:49)Let’s Connect!About UsJoin the Facebook GroupInstagram