What if you just stay open to it?

Everyone shuts down sometimes. Whether you’re afraid of getting hurt, want to avoid conflict, or are trying to protect your hard-earned reputation, it’s tempting to put on your armor and hide out. But closing yourself off is no way to live. In fact, when you learn to stay open, your life gets better and better. You grow, you receive, you deepen the connection you feel with others, and you live a more exciting story by having new experiences.  In this episode, you’ll discover how to get out of your own way and truly thrive with an open mind, heart, and hands. Show highlights include: Why being ‘plant-like’ opens you up to more adventure and growth. (1:58) How to become more open-minded and evolve your thinking with the planet Pluto. (6:06) A few Brené Brown inspired practices for taking off the armor and letting yourself be seen. (8:22) How to let yourself out of the ‘Monkey Trap’ for an abundance of wealth, love, and experiences. (11:11) How to have fulfilling life moments (when responsibilities and risks are against you). (13:56) Three ideas for finding your tribe and feeling understood. (16:16)  ***DISCOUNT CODES, RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Get 25% off at Isotoner this week with code BRILLIANT25. (*Clearance excluded.) www.isotoner.com Interested in coaching with Brilliant Balance? Schedule an exploratory call here: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Need a few moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe Subscribe to The Brilliant Balance Weekly and we’ll deliver it to your digital doorstep each Tuesday: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

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You deserve a big, full life and the freedom to enjoy it. The Brilliant Balance Podcast helps women in leadership design their next chapter for sustainable success—without burnout. Every week, host Cherylanne Skolnicki, a leading expert in work-life balance, leadership growth, and mindset coaching, shares ideas, inspiration, and insights to help high-achieving women align their ambition with personal fulfillment. Through conversations on leadership mindset, time management, and personal growth, you'll gain the tools to thrive in both your career and personal life. Whether you're considering a career pivot or craving more time for your personal life, you might find yourself asking: How do I advance my career—without working 24/7? Can I achieve my goals while still having time for my family? How do I stop feeling overwhelmed and start feeling in control? What’s next for me—and how do I design it intentionally? If you’ve ever wondered how to fulfill your potential without breaking your life, this podcast is for you. In addition to sharing her own insights, Cherylanne sits down with experts, thought leaders, and ambitious women who reveal their strategies for burnout recovery, productivity for women, and redefining success on their terms. You’ll love the Brilliant Balance Podcast if you like podcasts like: Unlocking Us or Dare to Lead with Brene Brown, Women at Work by Harvard Business Review, The Midlife with Reshma Saujani, We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle, The Mel Robbins Podcast, HerMoney with Jean Chatzky, So Money with Farnoosh Torabi