Deeply Rested: Anti-Capitalist Conversations for Entrepreneurs

Do you ever feel like you know what you want to create, but still find yourself spinning your wheels, second-guessing your next step, or bumping up against old resistance? What if that resistance isn’t something to power through, but a gentle nudge to pause and reflect?In this episode, Nancy and I are inviting you behind the scenes of our personal and professional process as we step into May. We start this episode by asking three grounding reflection questions:What lessons did we learn in April? What vision crystallized for us? What themes do we want to continue exploring in May?These questions are opening the door to something deeper. Because here’s the truth: even when clarity arrives, there will still be obstacles blocking our path. And rather than ignoring them, we’re slowing down and tuning in—naming the fears, old patterns, and limiting beliefs that bubble up when we’re on the edge of aligned action.Together we explore:The importance of reviewing the past month before diving ahead (04:15)Our April vision—and why we ultimately decided to change course (09:45)How fear, scarcity, and perfectionism get in the way of what we truly want (17:30)The four-step process we’re using to work through our blocks (34:50)How we're reclaiming trust and making space for deep rest retreats (43:45) Here's a reminder of the four steps we’re using this month to clear space and move forward with more ease:Get clear about the obstacles.Share them with someone you trust.Consider what kind of healing work or accountability is needed.Be realistic about what change actually looks like.This isn’t a formula—it’s a practice. We talk through the fears and narratives that shaped our April, why we’re shifting our May plans, and how we’re staying connected to trust and intention along the way.If you’ve been pushing through your resistance or trying to override your inner knowing in the name of productivity, this is your permission slip to slow down, reflect, and re-align. You don’t have to do it alone—we’re right here in it with you.Find us on YouTube to watch the video version of this discussion. https://youtu.be/7qNkALbsYc8 Listener SurveyThis podcast is a co-creation—and your feedback matters. Take a few minutes to fill out our listener survey, and help us shape future episodes.Mentioned in this episode:Want deep rest inspiration delivered directly to your inbox? Join the Deeply Rested newsletter for weekly emails that will help you deprogram from hustle culture and opt out of urgency in your life and business. Plus, you'll be the first to hear about new podcast episodes, Deep Rest Retreats, and other offerings from Maegan. Subscribe today by clicking the link.Join Our Newsletter

What if healing your mindset started with a little more compassion and a lot less pressure?In this episode, I’m joined by Erica Rooney, executive coach, keynote speaker, and author of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, for a powerful conversation about the hidden beliefs and behaviors that keep us stuck in fear, perfectionism, and self-doubt.While external systems and structural barriers—especially for women and marginalized folks—are very real, Erica invites us to also look inward: What are the internal patterns we’ve unconsciously absorbed that keep us stuck? What if the real barrier isn’t only the glass ceiling above us, but also a sticky floor beneath us?We talk about the subtle ways worthiness wounds show up in business, the difference between impostor syndrome and deep-rooted self-doubt, and how Erica’s SNAP method can help you shift limiting beliefs in the moment.  What You’ll Hear in This Episode:✨ Why starting a business stirs up so many internal fears (01:10)✨ Sticky floors vs. glass ceilings: how we unconsciously hold ourselves back (09:30)✨ Reframing imposter syndrome through the lens of worthiness (17:00)✨ How the SNAP method helps interrupt fear and shift your perspective (21:00)✨ Why success is about values and community, not just mindset (40:00)If you’ve ever struggled with people pleasing, fear of being seen, or constantly second-guessing yourself, this one’s for you.You can watch Maegan and Erica chat on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ewZpr1akcYk Connect with Erica RooneyBuy the book on Amazon! https://amzn.to/3U7UFbLMentioned in this episode:Want deep rest inspiration delivered directly to your inbox? Join the Deeply Rested newsletter for weekly emails that will help you deprogram from hustle culture and opt out of urgency in your life and business. Plus, you'll be the first to hear about new podcast episodes, Deep Rest Retreats, and other offerings from Maegan. Subscribe today by clicking the link.Join Our Newsletter

Have you ever hit a big milestone and thought, “Why do I still feel so empty?”In this episode of Deeply Rested, I’m joined by Danielle McGeough, PhD—award-winning professor, self-leadership coach, and creator of the Rise Ritual Method—for a heartfelt conversation about what happens when you follow the “right” path… and still feel totally disappointed by life.Danielle shares her story of reaching tenure as a professor—something she’d worked toward for years—only to find herself deeply unfulfilled. That moment became the catalyst for a completely different way of living and working, one centered on creativity, play, and intentional rituals rather than rigid habits and hustle culture.We explore how small, meaningful practices can help you feel grounded and connected in your daily life—and how designing your own rituals can be a powerful antidote to anxiety and burnout.What You’ll Hear in This Episode: ✨ Danielle’s unexpected emptiness after achieving tenure (03:45) ✨ How to overcome anxiety by designing playful rituals (10:20) ✨ The rise of playful planning: how creativity changes productivity (21:00) ✨ From habit to ritual: adding intention to your routines (30:40) ✨ Practical tips for creating rituals that ground and inspire (40:15)This episode is for anyone tired of chasing goals that don’t feel good—and ready to infuse their life and business with more meaning, magic, and ease.To watch the video version of this conversation, check us out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bjiTVx5Ptfc Connect with Danielle Join Danielle’s free Bold & Balanced Mini-Course and learn the art of saying no. https://plangoalplan.thrivecart.com/bold-and-balanced/ Mentioned in this episode:Want deep rest inspiration delivered directly to your inbox? Join the Deeply Rested newsletter for weekly emails that will help you deprogram from hustle culture and opt out of urgency in your life and business. Plus, you'll be the first to hear about new podcast episodes, Deep Rest Retreats, and other offerings from Maegan. Subscribe today by clicking the link.Join Our Newsletter

You’ve heard terms like decolonization and anti-oppression, but how do they apply to your business? Can you honestly say you’ve done the work to ensure your business is doing no harm?If you’re unsure where to start—or feel worried about getting it “wrong”—you’re not alone. Decolonization work isn’t about shame or perfection. It’s about love, liberation, and taking intentional steps toward building a more inclusive and just business.That’s why I invited Silvana Espinoza Lau, a liberation and decolonization consultant, to join me on Deeply Rested!Silvana helps coaches, therapists, and other service-based providers decolonize and liberate their businesses to make their services more welcoming and affirming for clients who hold marginalized identities.In this episode, Silvana shares: ✔️ Her expansive and compassion-focused definition of decolonization✔️ 3 resources you can use to begin decolonizing your business ASAP✔️ Non-exploitative, consent-based strategies for attracting more diverse clients✔️ How to privilege love, joy, and liberation in your decolonization workIf you’re ready to move beyond theory and start making real, tangible changes in your business—without fear or shame—I hope you’ll tune in.Connect with SilvanaSilvana has put together a un-checklist on the 9 Areas of Your Practice That You Can Start Decolonizing. This checklist will walk you through all the areas of your practice that you can start decolonizing to have a truly welcoming and affirming practice.Download the un-checklist: https://decolonizeyourpractice.com/You can also subscribe to her newsletter at: https://decolonizeyourpractice.com/newsletter

Have you ever felt the urge to slow down, tune in to the natural rhythms around you, and create something that truly reflects your authentic self?  What if the beauty is in the messy middle of that creation?In this episode, Nancy and I invite you into our process of launching something new: a monthly behind-the-scenes series within the Deeply Rested podcast. This episode kicks off with our April check-in, where we reflect on how we’re applying the energy of spring to crystallize our vision and clarify our plans for the upcoming months.While navigating the messiness of the season, Nancy and I chat about the importance of slowing down to reflect on the moment, intentionally deciding what to create, and allowing for the surprises that emerge in the process. We touch on how creating space for these moments of reflection allows us to align our business with life’s rhythms and natural cycles.By embracing vulnerability and transparency, we walk listeners through:The power of slowing down and intentionally stepping into April (03:45)Why the creative process doesn’t always have to be polished or planned (08:12)How we are channeling spring’s energy into our business with intention (12:37)Maintaining boundaries and managing energy while in a creative surge (18:42)Using reflection to build a holistic plan that’s aligned with both life and business (25:55)Harnessing spring energy within business plans (36:02)A call to listeners to co-create with us through a listener survey (48:56)If you’re feeling the pull of creativity but struggling to find clarity, this episode will remind you that it’s okay to experiment, take it slow, and embrace the process—even when it’s messy. Let this episode serve as a guide to step into your own creative flow this season.Listener SurveyWe’d love to know what you think! Take a moment to fill out our listener survey, and share your thoughts on this behind-the-scenes experiment. We’re so excited to co-create with you.To watch the video of this conversation, check us out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rkZeyN_ecXw Mentioned in this episode:Want deep rest inspiration delivered directly to your inbox? Join the Deeply Rested newsletter for weekly emails that will help you deprogram from hustle culture and opt out of urgency in your life and business. Plus, you'll be the first to hear about new podcast episodes, Deep Rest Retreats, and other offerings from Maegan. Subscribe today by clicking the link.Join Our Newsletter

What happens when life throws more at you than you feel ready for—but your business still needs you to show up?That’s exactly what Marisa Corcoran, founder of The Copy Confidence Society, had to figure out when she was diagnosed with breast cancer and faced the painful loss of a long-time friendship—all while running her business.In this Deeply Rested conversation, Marisa opens up about how these life-altering moments forced her to reimagine her work, rethink what truly matters, and lean into support in ways she never had before.Here’s what we explore in this conversation:✨How Marisa kept her business going while navigating cancer and personal loss (16:26)✨The systems and structures that allowed her to step back when she needed to (21:43)✨Why we have to let go of the “superwoman” mentality and let others in (25:48)✨The unexpected power of honesty and vulnerability in business (30:25)✨How grief can shape a more sustainable, aligned way of working (43:19)Marisa’s story is a powerful reminder that business isn’t just about strategy—it’s about building something that supports you through every season of life.If you’ve ever wondered how to build a business that holds you through the ups and downs, this conversation is for you. To watch the video of this conversation, check it out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qYA_LSK4gwA Connect with Marisa Corcoran50+ Scroll-Stopping Subject Lines: https://marisacorcoran.com/subjectlines/ Take your email from “maybe later” to “must read now” in seconds.Mentioned in this episode:Want deep rest inspiration delivered directly to your inbox? Join the Deeply Rested newsletter for weekly emails that will help you deprogram from hustle culture and opt out of urgency in your life and business. Plus, you'll be the first to hear about new podcast episodes, Deep Rest Retreats, and other offerings from Maegan. Subscribe today by clicking the link.Join Our Newsletter

Are you feeling creatively burned out?You used to feel alive with new ideas, but stress and exhaustion have drained your creative energy, leaving you uninspired and convinced you have nothing left to contribute. 😢As entrepreneurs, creativity is at the core of what we do—but when we’re so focused on serving others, we often neglect our own creative well-being. If you feel the call to unblock your voice and recommit to creative practice, this episode of Deeply Rested is for you.I sat down with Zafira Rajan, Copywriter & Sensory Storyteller, to talk about recovering from creative burnout. This conversation was exactly what I needed to hear, and I know it will fill you up, too.Here’s what we cover:2 surprising reasons entrepreneurs struggle to find creative flow (+ what to do about it)How to reconnect to your creative spirit when you’re feeling creatively burned outThe simple secret to making space for creative opportunities to find you3 practical tips to unblock your voice and rediscover your inner creative selfIf you’ve been feeling creatively stuck, consider this your invitation to exhale and reconnect with the magic of your voice.Connect with Zafira RajanThe 30-Day Writing ChallengeWhat would happen if you wrote just a *little* bit every day for a month? Download a selection of curated writing prompts to turn to when you're ready to journal or pen your next piece of content. https://zafirarajan.com/writing-challengeMentioned in this episode:Want deep rest inspiration delivered directly to your inbox? Join the Deeply Rested newsletter for weekly emails that will help you deprogram from hustle culture and opt out of urgency in your life and business. Plus, you'll be the first to hear about new podcast episodes, Deep Rest Retreats, and other offerings from Maegan. Subscribe today by clicking the link.Join Our Newsletter

Do you ever feel like your business demands everything you have—at the expense of your health? I know I’ve felt that way, and in this episode, I sit down with health coach Michelle Leotta to talk about what it really takes to find balance when your work feels all-consuming.Michelle shares her journey from burnout to sustainability, opening up about the challenges of being a health coach while struggling with her own health and well-being. We talk about the pressure to “walk the walk” in your industry, why perfection isn’t the goal, and how prioritizing yourself can actually make you a better business owner.Through our conversation, Michelle offers practical strategies for integrating self-care into a busy schedule—and I share some of my own experiences navigating this delicate balance, too.Here’s what you’ll discover:✨ How your personal health directly impacts your business success (02:30)✨ The impact of imposter syndrome on your health (08:22)✨ Small, practical habits that boost energy and productivity (13:01)✨ The connection between movement, nutrition, and business clarity (19:13)✨ Why rest isn’t just a luxury—it’s a strategic advantage (24:00)✨ The power of authenticity in coaching and entrepreneurship (28:10)If you’ve ever struggled to take care of yourself while growing your business, you’re not alone. Join me for this honest conversation about what it really means to value your health and why taking care of yourself isn’t just good for you—it’s good for your business, too.Connect with Michelle LeottaJoin Michelle's free Facebook group at HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com and listen to her #1 rated podcast at HealthCoachPower.com/podcast.Watch this conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6bbxyn6qQ40 Mentioned in this episode:Want deep rest inspiration delivered directly to your inbox? Join the Deeply Rested newsletter for weekly emails that will help you deprogram from hustle culture and opt out of urgency in your life and business. Plus, you'll be the first to hear about new podcast episodes, Deep Rest Retreats, and other offerings from Maegan. Subscribe today by clicking the link.Join Our Newsletter

Does the thought of hiring employees give you the heebie-jeebies? 😨 What if you have to give them negative feedback? 😰 What if there’s CONFLICT? 😭 And worst of all, what if they NEVER LEAVE YOU ALONE?! Most introverts never add revenue-generating employees to their businesses because they’re afraid they don’t have the chops to handle it. Group Practice Owner and Business Consultant Maureen Werrbach is here to dispel the myth that introverts aren’t cut out to be managers --- as an introvert with a team of 60 employees, she’s figured out how to make this work without burning herself to a crisp. Here’s what you’ll discover in this conversation: ✔️ Strategies to overcome the 2 main fears that hold us back from hiring employees ✔️ The important difference between conflict and uncomfortable conversations ✔️ How to create a company culture that supports healthy work/life boundaries ✔️ The #1 strategy you need to succeed as an introverted leader (this is GOLD!)Whether you’re on the fence about hiring or already have a team you’re struggling to manage, this conversation will leave you inspired and prepared to take the next step on your leadership journey.Oh and let us know which book recommendation you decide to dive into after the interview --- we share all our favorites!Connect with Maureen Werrbach:Get Maureen’s e-book, The Accountability Equationhttps://thegrouppracticeexchange.com/aebook/Mentioned in this episode:Want deep rest inspiration delivered directly to your inbox? Join the Deeply Rested newsletter for weekly emails that will help you deprogram from hustle culture and opt out of urgency in your life and business. Plus, you'll be the first to hear about new podcast episodes, Deep Rest Retreats, and other offerings from Maegan. Subscribe today by clicking the link.Join Our Newsletter

How can scent support your self-care and enhance your business?Have you ever caught a whiff of a familiar scent and been instantly transported to a long-forgotten memory? That’s the magic of fragrance—and it can be a powerful tool for self-care, grounding, and even entrepreneurship.In this episode of the Deeply Rested podcast, I sit down with perfumer Helida Dodd to explore how scent influences our emotions, creativity, and daily experiences in ways we often overlook. Helida shares her journey from industrial engineering to crafting personalized perfumes and reveals how fragrance can be a tool for focus, self-care, and creating intentional experiences in both life and business.Here’s what you’ll take away from this episode:✨ Why scent matters for business owners (04:10)✨ Helida’s journey into perfumery & entrepreneurship (12:00)✨ Using fragrance for focus and creativity (15:35)✨ The healing power of scent in self-care (25:50)✨ How to use scent intentionally as an entrepreneur (40:30)Scent isn’t just a background detail—it’s a tool for shaping how we feel, work, and remember. I’d love for you to tune in and explore how you can use it to create more intentional and enjoyable experiences.Check out the video version of this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JFQmwn3JGYE Connect with Helida DoddJoin Helida’s emails. They’re infused with behind the scenes of fragrance composition through travel stories, entrepreneurship, and mindset. https://welcometomarbella.kit.comCheck out Helida’s website: https://marbellaperfumes.com/ Follow on Instagram: @marbellaperfumes  Loving the Deeply Rested podcast? Here’s how to leave us a five star review!Mentioned in this episode:Want deep rest inspiration delivered directly to your inbox? Join the Deeply Rested newsletter for weekly emails that will help you deprogram from hustle culture and opt out of urgency in your life and business. Plus, you'll be the first to hear about new podcast episodes, Deep Rest Retreats, and other offerings from Maegan. Subscribe today by clicking the link.Join Our Newsletter