Navigating the lighter side of life’s challenges with Robin McIntire, certified Life & Transitions Coach, and Monique Eckes, "Question asker!" "Welcome to the Shift Happens Podcast, where we navigate the lighter side of life's challenges, offering you a refreshing take on personal transformation. We're here to normalize the ebbs and flows of human nature, guiding you to embrace acceptance over resistance in the face of profound life changes. Whether it's shaking off self-doubt, fine-tuning y ...
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In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and empowerment coach, and Monique Eckes, a longtime client, discuss the concept of the 'Habit Confidence Loop.' They explore how unwanted habits can erode self-confidence and offer insights into identifying and breaking these negative cycles. They emphasize the im…
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Building Self-Trust: The Key to Unshakeable Confidence In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes delve into the topic of confidence and self-trust. Robin, a certified life and empowerment coach, discusses how underlying self-trust issues can often lead to wavering confidence. They explore how breaking self…
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In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes delve into the feeling of disconnection many people experience, especially in the context of canceling plans. They discuss the psychological impact of canceling plans on oneself and others and emphasize the importance of integrity and maintaining connections. The e…
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This episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosted by certified life and empowerment coach Robin McIntire and co-host Monique Eckes, focuses on how bravery is the missing piece in the quest for more confidence and unpack how to access that strength. They help you uncover the link between brave actions and self-confidence, showing you it’s never too …
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From Overthinker to Decisive: The 3 C's of Decision Making In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosted by certified life and empowerment coach Robin McIntire, the focus is on overcoming overthinking and becoming a more confident decision-maker. Robin shares personal anecdotes and expert insights to help listeners identify and break free fr…
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Grit Vs. Grace; When to Push and When to Pause
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40:55Grit vs. Grace: Finding Balance in Life's Challenges In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes dive into the concepts of 'grit' and 'grace.' They explore how to balance determination and persistence with compassion and flexibility. Robin, a certified life and empowerment coach, and her long-term client, Mo…
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Refreshing Your Gratitude Practice: Tips for Greater Happiness and Peace In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and empowerment coach, and Monique Eckes discuss how to refresh your gratitude practice to bring more joy and peace into your life. They explore the importance of gratitude, ways to recognize …
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Navigating Life with a Coach: Insights on Transformation and Personal Growth In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, certified Life and Transitions Coach and Monique Eckes, a client and question-asker, delve into the role of life coaching. They explore why someone might need a life coach, emphasizing the importance of tr…
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In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes, delve into the topic of perfectionism and how it can undermine personal and professional goals (if not the healthy version). The discussion emphasizes recognizing the subtler, often subconscious ways perfectionism manifests…
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Why Most New Year Resolutions Fail and What Really Works
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27:07Why Resolutions Fail and How to Build Confidence for Success In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes discuss why most New Year's resolutions fail and explore what truly works for lasting change. They emphasize the importance of confidence and self-trust over mere …
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Finding Your Holiday Sweet Spot: Navigating Traditions, Boundaries, and Well-being In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes discuss how to find your 'holiday sweet spot' by avoiding the pitfalls of traditions, managing expectations, and maintaining boundaries. They address common holiday stressors such as…
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Overcoming Habits of Distraction: Strategies and Insights In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes, delve into the pervasive habit of distraction. They discuss how distraction becomes a habit, its impact on productivity and self-esteem, and the importance of self-a…
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Your Career Path; #4 of What's Not Working and How to fix it Series
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33:04Navigating Career Challenges: What's Not Working and How to Fix It In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes, dissect common career challenges and provide actionable steps to address them. They delve into the interconnectedness of personal health, relationships, and…
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Your Relationships; #3 in series of What's Not Working and How to Fix It
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31:55Navigating Relationship Challenges: What's Not Working and How to Fix It In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes discuss the intricacies of close relationships. They delve into the common patterns that signify something is off, while normalizing, lightening, and h…
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Your Health; #2 in series of What's Not Working and How to Fix It.
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37:20Navigating Health Challenges and Weight Loss: A Journey of Curiosity In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes discuss the challenges surrounding health and weight loss. They touch on health topics like energy, chronic pain, and physical limitations and then Monique…
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In this episode of 'Shift Happens,' hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes, a client of Robin's and a self-proclaimed question-asker, explore why aspects of life may feel 'off' or 'not working' and delve into how to fix these issues. They discuss common feelings of frustration and powerlessness, especially i…
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Mastering Overwhelm: Practical Tips and Transformative Strategies In this episode of Shift Happens, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes explore the causes, effects, and solutions to feeling overwhelmed. They discuss managing boundaries, creating 'white space' in schedules, and the importance of sleep and mental clarity. Practical tips are provid…
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In this episode of the 'Shift Happens' podcast, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes discuss deconstructing 'bad' habits to make the topic easier to talk about. They emphasize normalizing such behaviors to reduce self-judgment and guilt (hence the reason they want you to call habits 'unwanted' instead of 'bad') for a more helpful attitude towards…
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In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes discuss the four reasons we self-sabotage. Robin, a Certified Life and Transitions Coach, and Monique, a question-asker and long-time client, delve into each of these blocks, offering personal insights, examples, and practical tips to help listeners become more awa…
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Winning the Argument with Yourself: The Power of Self-Awareness and Language In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes discuss strategies to identify and overcome self-imposed limitations using self-awareness and language. They introduce common phrases that people u…
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Navigating Worry and Embracing Trust - Shift Happens In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes explore the pervasive issue of worry and its impact on our lives. Robin, a certified life and transitions coach, explains how chronic worry robs us of joy and energy, leading to stress and a diminished quality of…
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In this episode of the Shift Happens Podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes, a question asker, provide a detailed recap of season two, covering episodes 12 to 20. If you've missed prior episodes, they hope this will help you decide which episodes you may want to go tune into! They reflect on themes …
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In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, life coach Robin McIntire and question asker Monique Eckes dive deep into the topic of perfectionism, exploring its often sneaky nature. They discuss different types of perfectionism, how it manifests in various aspects of life, and the detrimental effects of unrealistic expectations. Robin shares perso…
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In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, life coach Robin McIntire and co-host Monique Eckes discuss the crucial difference between hoping and trying in the context of personal growth and goal achievement. They explore how shifting from passive wishing to active trying can lead to significant changes in one's identity and success. The hosts em…
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In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a Certified Life and Transitions Coach, and Monique Eckes discuss strategies for becoming a 'drama buster'—someone who remains calm amid drama and stress. They explore the concept of being the 'calm in the storm' through self-awareness, visualization, and focusing on what one can c…
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In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, certified life and transitions coach Robin McIntire and her client Monique Eckes discuss the common challenge of losing momentum. They explore the role of energy and thoughts in maintaining momentum, tips for self-awareness, and overcoming distractions. The episode also highlights the importance of phys…
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In this episode of Shift Happens, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes, explore the concept of waiting for permission in life decisions. They discuss various aspects such as starting a new business, changing jobs, or even making daily choices, emphasizing the importance of self-trust. Through personal anec…
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In this episode of Shift Happens, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes, delve into the concept of the 'power of and.' They discuss how incorporating 'and' instead of 'but' into your thinking can help move away from the restrictive all-or-nothing mindset. The conversation includes personal anecdotes, practi…
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In this episode of Shift Happens, life coach Robin McIntire and co-host Monique Eckes discuss the importance of having a deeply emotional ‘why’ behind your goals, a concept encapsulated in the phrase ‘your why should make you cry.’ They explore how a strong why can help overcome resistance and self-sabotage, and share personal examples and strategi…
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🌟 This week on "Shift Happens," dive into the art of "Saying No with Love." Discover why mastering this skill is crucial for personal boundaries and mental health. Join Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes as they explore how to say no without guilt, preserving both personal integrity and relationships. Whether it's turning down a request or managing e…
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In this enlightening episode of the "Shift Happens" podcast, Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes tackle the intriguing contrast between 'chaotic urgency' and 'relaxed intensity.' With life throwing curveballs that demand rapid responses, the hosts explore how maintaining a composed yet driven mindset leads not only to better outcomes but also a more e…
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Resistance is Real But so are Your Goals!
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26:22In this episode, the discussion centers around the reality of resistance and its interplay with our goals. A certified life and transitions coach, Robin McIntire is joined by Monique Eckes, an inquisitive question-asker. Today, they explore why we experience resistance even towards things we desire, discussing common behaviors like avoidance and th…
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Season One Recap: Unpacking Insights and Personal Growth In this podcast episode, Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes, co-host and primary question asker, recap the first 10 episodes of their podcast, 'Shift Happens.' The duo revisits major themes and lessons, ranging from dealing with shame and guilt, overcomi…
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Harnessing the Power of Pause: Conscious Choices for a Lighter Life In this episode of 'Shift Happens,' certified life coach Robin McIntire and co-host Monique Eckes discuss the concept of the 'power of the pause' and its role in making conscious choices. They delve into strategies for aligning immediate behavior with long-term goals, avoiding knee…
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In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes, discuss the seemingly counterintuitive concept of 'slowing down to go fast.' They delve into how to get out of autopilot and make thoughtful choices by shifting from 'have to' energy to 'get to' energy. Through practical ex…
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In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntIre, a Certified Life and Transitions Coach, and Monique Eckes delve into FOPO (Fear of Other People's Opinions). They discuss how FOPO can impede goal setting and personal growth, and they emphasize the importance of managing rather than eliminating this fear. Through personal anecdote…
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In this episode of Shift Happens, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes, the audience's question-asker, delve into road rage remedies through compassion versus judgment. They use a unique analogy involving colorful glasses to explain how individuals interpret and react to others' actions based on their expe…
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Uncovering the Fear of Success with Shift Happens In this episode of 'Shift Happens,' hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Ekis explore the concept of fearing success, a notion that may seem counterintuitive to many. The discussion sheds light on how underlying fears, such as the fear of responsibility, fear of …
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Finding Peace and Living Without Regret In this episode of 'Shift Happens,' hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes explore the concept of 'rocking chair moments' - reflecting on life from the vantage point of its end and assessing whether one has lived according to their values and dreams. Robin, a certified life and transitions coach, discusses us…
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In this episode of 'Shift Happens,' hosts Robin McIntire, a life and transitions coach, and Monique, delve into what it means to lead a healthier lifestyle, addressing its personal and subjective nature. They explore the concept of defining a healthier lifestyle on individual terms, examining unwanted habits, and the importance of clarity and motiv…
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You Can’t Bully Yourself to Your Goals In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes delve into the topic of self-criticism and its impact on achieving personal goals. They discuss the common tendency, especially among women, to use self-bullying as a misguided motivational tool.…
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Navigating Indecision: The Cost of Sitting on the Fence
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15:00Navigating Indecisiveness: The Cost of Sitting on the Fence In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a Certified Life, and Transitions Coach, and Monique Eckes delve into indecisiveness and its impacts, metaphorically described as 'sitting on the fence gives you splinters.' They explore the concept of push-pull energy, wh…
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Navigating Shame and Habits with Empathy and Awareness
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12:48In this inaugural episode of "Shift Happens," Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes dive deep into the heart of secret struggles and the shame that often accompanies them. Inspired by Brené Brown's wisdom, we explore how secrecy, silence, and judgment nourish shame, while empathy disarms it, setting the stage for liberation. Robin shares her personal jo…
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Shift Happens the Lighter Side of Life's Challenges
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4:37An invitation to see hard things through a lighter lens so change doesn't have to be so difficult. When we learn self-acceptance for where we are, e.g., in unwanted habits, perceived failures, struggling relationships, fear of other people's opinions, etc, then we can move forward to overcome the roadblocks that stop us from moving through tough tr…
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