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Welcome to this week’s episode of Motivational Moments with Maria.  This day 6 years ago I took a giant leap of faith.  I stepped down from a Coaching Position I loved to branch out on my own and it was the best thing I could have done for myself and the clients I serve. I was scared, I was worried and I know one thing…when I make a commitment to do something, I will make it happen. I follow the framework I developed for myself and today seems like the perfect time to share it with you.  It’s a New Year and I want you to navigate your next chapter with confidence and courage.  Welcome to the 6 Cs of Your Personal Shift: Navigating Your Next Chapter with Confidence and Courage. I’m so glad you’re here. In today’s episode you’ll get a practical, compassionate framework—the 6 Cs—to move from stuck to in motion, and a clear next step to keep your momentum going after we finish. Let’s discuss why you are here and why you listen in to these podcasts or for that matter any podcast on personal development. Naming what’s going on for you reduces shame and increases choice. I hear these quite a bit so if it resonates with you, then you have tuned in to the right channel: 1.Feeling stuck and unsure what comes next. You know you want a change, but you’re not sure of the direction, the steps, or how to start. That’s normal—and it’s the biggest driver for seeking guidance 2.Losing confidence in yourself and your decisions. Maybe you’ve felt disconnected from your inner strength and want to trust your voice again. 3.Feeling disconnected from purpose or a meaningful “why.” You crave alignment—something that feels exciting, grounded, intentional. 4.You are a lifelong learner and know that personal growth is a way of life. If any of these resonate, you’re where you need to be. And answer this, what gets in your way? •Overwhelm from trying to manage everything alone. Life is heavy: responsibilities, expectations, emotions. You don’t need more pressure—you need structure and support. •Lack of consistency and accountability. You start motivated, but momentum fades without a system and a community. Here’s a truth: people don’t plug into personal development and coaching for information—they buy it for consistency because Consistency turns intention into results. Today I’ll walk you through six anchors for sustainable change: Commitment, Courage, Consistency, Confidence, Challenge, and Candor. These words have helped me over the years stay on track in my life and they are visible to me every day.  Listen in for insights on the 6 Cs to success.  Stay focused, stay positive and always have fun. Coach Maria

Welcome to the final episode of 2025—what a journey this year has been. Thank you for showing up, sharing the show, and choosing to rise above the noise. We can get swept into negativity, or we can stand in purpose. You’ve chosen purpose, and I’m grateful. To close the year, I had the honor of speaking with Dr. Sarah Jefferis—Senior Lecturer, CEO, poet, and intuitive writing coach—who helps writers and leaders heal and lead with equity through the power of words and yoga. Our focus: how to quiet the mind, because in stillness, we hear. Some episode highlights:  Stillness as a skill: Why quieting the mind is not passive—it’s powerful preparation for courageous action.Writing as healing: Simple practices to move emotion, access clarity, and transform fear into momentum.The body leads: How breath and gentle movement (hello, yoga) unlock voice, presence, and creative flow.Brave spaces, not perfect spaces: Equity and inclusion as daily practices that expand who gets seen, heard, and celebrated.Courage over perfection: Practical ways to start, even when self-doubt or resistance is loud.Dr. Sarah will also share some “Try-it-Now” practices you can implement immediately.  Life is full of sharp turns and unexpected moments. Clarity doesn’t come from doing more — it comes from getting quiet. When you return to the breath and create space, your body remembers and your voice becomes clear again. Not every thought is a fact. You get to choose what you believe — and how your next chapter unfolds. 🎧 Listen to the full episode of Motivational Moments with Maria.

The December Advantage: Gentle Planning, Realistic Joy, and Words to Carry Us Into the New Year Some seasons call for hustle, December calls for wisdom. In this episode, Transformational Life Coach Jessica Rockstar and I offer a candid look at managing emotions during the holidays while using the unique rhythm of December to plan thoughtfully for the year ahead. From the sting and fog of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) to the warmth of serving others, we share practical strategies, personal stories, and a simple framework to help you end the year with grace and begin the next with intention. The holidays are complicated. They ask a lot of us—emotionally, socially, financially—and too often we respond by demanding even more from ourselves. We will remind you that the antidote isn’t to push harder, it’s to care more: for our bodies, our boundaries, our time, and our hearts. Coach Jessica shares about her journey—military service, weight loss, and adopting a “rock star” identity—not as a mask, but as a tool for resilience. That identity became a way to reframe challenges: show up, perform with heart, and keep the set list realistic. Of course, I echoed that energy and reframed the holidays as a place for tenderness and truth: name what you need, celebrate what you’ve done, and plan without punishing yourself. December can be a strategic sweet spot. The pace is slower, inboxes are quieter, and people are often more accessible for conversation and collaboration. I describe this as “the December Advantage”—a time to plant seeds that will sprout quickly in January. Listen in for insights on “The December Advantage: Focus, Finish, Foundations”. As always, stay focused, stay positive and have fun. Coach Maria

The Power of Compartmentalizing Your Time and Projects Welcome my friends to this week’s episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. As always, I am inspired, grateful and passionate about the work I do. Every day I wake up and always start the day with this one question: Who needs me on my A game today? When you are a servant leader and know what your purpose and passion is, it’s not work, it’s a calling—and I get to work at this incredible career. Living your dream life isn’t just about the destination – it’s found in the work we do, the love we share and sometimes the laughter in the rain. Let me start with a question for you today. Ever finish a day feeling busy but strangely unfinished? I see you nodding your heads. Then what happens? You start to feel guilty that you didn’t get everything done and start spending late nights to catch up at the expense of your health—and all of this is the tax you pay for constant context switching. If your brain feels like it has 27 tabs open and one of them is playing mystery music, you are not alone. Today, we’re going to give your mind a breather, your calendar a makeover, and your confidence a fresh coat of “Oh yes, I can.” What compartmentalizing really means (and why your brain will thank you)  Think of compartmentalizing as giving your time little labeled containers—like Tupperware, but for your focus. You decide what goes in each container, when you open it, and what stays out. No more letting Deep Work sit next to Leftover Guilt.

Ready to Finish 2025 Strong? Let’s Reflect & Plan Together! It’s been a whirlwind here—between co-hosting and speaking at the incredible Produce Your Dream Life Event in Atlanta, celebrating a wonderful family wedding, and cheering on participants at the 3-Day Breast Cancer Walk, I’ve gathered so much inspiration to share with you! In my latest podcast episode, I invite you to cozy up and reflect on this transformative year with me. We’ll explore: *   What you’ve learned about yourself this year *   What you want to finish before 2026 *   How to show up with intention through the busy holiday season *   What your business needs now *   What support you might need as you plan ahead I am also sharing exciting news about the Dream Life Accelerator Group Coaching Program launching this January—your key to starting 2026 with clarity, momentum, and community. Don’t miss this heartfelt, festive, and practical conversation designed to help you close out 2025 with gratitude and grace. Wishing you a joyful and inspired season full of grace and appreciation for the wonderful journey called LIFE we are on. Listen in for insights on finishing the next 6 weeks with intention and purpose and positioning yourself to start 2026 off with a bang! Until next time, stay focused, stay positive and always have fun.  Coach Maria  

Hello, beautiful souls, and welcome to Motivational Moments with Maria. I’m so grateful you're here with me today. As we honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month and celebrate the incredible spirit of womanhood, I want you to settle in deeply with this question: Who are you when the roles, the titles, and even your health have been fundamentally challenged? It’s a question that hits close to home for many of us, and certainly for me, as a two time breast cancer survivor. Life’s major events—those that shake us to our very core—have a way of stripping away all that feels familiar. Suddenly, the identities we’ve built become fragile or even feel out of reach. It’s challenging. And if you’ve been through something like this, you know the emotional landscape afterwards can feel profoundly lonely. But today, I want to tell you something beautiful: that place you find yourself in, stripped down, vulnerable, searching—is actually fertile ground for growth and transformation. Before we dive into our guide for this week, I want to share something very personal with you—something many of us face but don’t often speak aloud. When I first heard the words, “You have breast cancer,” I felt as though time stopped. A flood of emotions overwhelmed me—fear, confusion, and that crushing loneliness that settled heavy in my chest. Suddenly, the future I had imagined slipped away, replaced by uncertainty. But what scared me most were the questions swirling in my mind about my children—What will happen to them if I’m not here? Who will love them the way I do? Who will guide them through their lives? Those thoughts hit me like waves—relentless and frightening.

Welcome to Motivational Moments with Maria—where this month we celebrate the unstoppable strength and radiant power within every woman. All this month, as we honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I want to remind you that self-care is not selfish—it’s an essential act of self-love and survival. Together, we’ll explore how embracing your worth and setting boundaries can transform your life, helping you rise not just as a survivor, but as a warrior thriving in her true, authentic power. Let’s dive in and own our power with grace and courage. This is your safe space to find strength, hope, and inspiration. It’s October and for me it’s all about wearing the pink to increase the awareness and the power of being a woman. As a two-time breast cancer survivor, I know the road to reclaiming your power can feel overwhelming, but I promise you, you are not alone. This month, as we honor every woman’s unique journey, I want to share a simple truth that changed my life: You are allowed to rest. You are allowed to heal. You are allowed to be your whole, beautiful self. Self-care is not selfish—it’s your birthright. Together, let’s step into our worth, set loving boundaries, and embrace the full power of our authentic selves. This is your moment to rise and shine. In this episode, we’re diving deep into what it truly means to own your womanhood. It’s about rejecting the outdated societal scripts that tell us to put others first at the expense of our own well-being. Yes I’m talking to you.  It’s about cultivating a fierce, unshakeable self-worth that empowers you to speak your truth and live authentically. Listen in for insights and watch the episode on my youtube channel, www.youtube.com/mariabradfield Until next time, stay focused, stay positive and always have fun.

Enthusiasm isn’t just a feeling — it’s a game changer. 🔥✨ In this episode, Maria reveals how tapping into genuine enthusiasm can fuel your goals, strengthen your connections, and open doors you never imagined. 🚀 When you lead with passion, you lead with power. #TheEnthusiasmAdvantage #LiveWithPassion #HighPerformanceLife #TransformYourLife #MotivationPodcast #PersonalGrowthJourney #MindsetMatters #BeBoldLiveBold

✨ Ready to boost your energy and step into your highest potential? In this episode of Motivational Moments with Maria, she explores how to recharge your mind, body, and spirit so you can rise above challenges and create the life you deserve. It’s your time to shine — let’s energize and rise together! 🚀 🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Buzzsprout. #EnergizeAndRise #MotivationalMoments #MariaBradfield #MindsetMatters #PersonalGrowth #RiseAndShine #InspirationDaily #MotivationPodcast #LeadershipDevelopment #GrowthMindset #EmpowermentJourney #WomenInLeadership #MindsetShift

You are not defined by your limits — you’re built to rise beyond them. 💪✨ In this episode, Maria shares how to turn your biggest challenges into stepping stones toward greatness. 🚀 It’s time to rewrite your story and step into your legend. #FromLimitsToLegends #LiveWithPurpose #BreakTheMold #HighPerformanceLife #TransformYourLife #MotivationPodcast #PersonalGrowthJourney #MindsetMatters #BeBoldLiveBold

Break free from the monotony and step into a life that’s bold, vibrant, and unapologetically YOU. ✨ In this episode, Maria shares powerful insights on how to challenge the “safe” path, ignite your passions, and design a life full of purpose and color. 🎯 Why settle for beige… when you can paint your life in every shade of possibility? #EscapeTheBeige #LiveWithPurpose #BreakTheMold #HighPerformanceLife #TransformYourLife #MotivationPodcast #PersonalGrowthJourney #MindsetMatters #BeBoldLiveBold

Mastering Discipline: Achieving Success through Consistent Action Welcome, lovely listeners, to another episode of Motivational Moments with Maria! I'm your spirited host, Coach Maria, and let me tell you, I am absolutely buzzing with excitement and gratitude that you've chosen to tune in. Your feedback and suggestions are like fuel for my motivational fire, so please, keep 'em coming – I thrive on your energy! My mission? It's simple - to be your partner in staying focused, energized, and inspired, and to sprinkle an extra dash of positivity into your life. Because when you're firing on all cylinders, you're set to experience a whole lot more fulfillment, fun, and joy in every nook and cranny of your world. But here's the delightful secret sauce – your stories, your victories, and your 'a-ha' moments fuel my own enthusiasm, passion, and commitment to this work. When you reach out and connect with me, I'm over the moon and motivated to keep delivering top-notch content that speaks directly to your heart and soul. Keep those ideas and suggestions coming.  Let's kick off this episode with a whole lot of zest and a sprinkle of laughter. Let’s Go.  We are tackling Discipline today.  Yes, I know, no one likes discipline and I will do my best to debunk some myths for you.  First, we are going to Debunk Discipline Myths. 2nd. We will delve into the Science of Habits 3rd. We will discuss goal setting tactics.  4th. I will give you some thoughts on procrastination. Listen in, share with friends and let's go. As always, stay focused, stay positive and have fun. Coach Maria 

Welcome to another episode of Motivational Moments with Maria! I am thrilled that you've joined me once again as we embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal development. My goal is to offer you a sprinkle of inspiration and a dash of motivation to propel you forward on your unique and extraordinary life path. Now, a quick shout-out to all my Spanish-speaking amigos! You can catch my Spanish podcast, "Minutos Motivacionales con Maria," on YouTube and your favorite podcast platforms. Today's topic was requested by one of our awesome listeners, and I'm here to serve up exactly what you want to hear. So, let's dig into the fascinating topic of "The Anatomy of Resilience" and uncover the magic behind this truly admirable quality. Resilience is like a superhero power that deserves a spotlight, so let's roll up our sleeves and uncover its true essence together. Let's make resilience not just insightful, but also super fun to explore!  Let's distinguish between resilience and merely bouncing back from challenges. Resilience goes beyond just returning to normal; it involves growth, adaptation, and transformation in the face of adversity. It's like a sturdy tree that bends with the storm but remains rooted and strong. Resilience is more than just bouncing back from adversity; it encompasses a deeper and more nuanced quality involving growth, transformation, and a shift in perspective. While bouncing back implies a return to a previous state after facing challenges, resilience goes beyond that by fostering personal growth and the ability to adapt in the face of adversity[1]. Resilience involves understanding the difference between fate and freedom and taking responsibility for one's life, indicating a proactive and empowered approach to overcoming obstacles[2]. Here is an example of resilience that many of you can relate to.  I’m holding a pair of pantyhose…yes I said pantyhose.   Listen in for some thoughts on becoming more resilient. Until Next Time...Stay focused, stay positive and always have fun. Coach Maria