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This week, we’re getting practical.
In Episode 153: Problem Solving, I walk you through a real-life example of using multiple tools I’ve taught before on the podcast—and show you exactly how to apply them when life throws you a curveball.
Here’s the setup: I’m hosting a three-day Lovefest in the desert for 80 people—an outdoor celebration that’s been months in the making. And three days before it begins, the forecast calls for…rain. Buckets of it. No indoor venues, no easy backup plan, and a lot of people flying in from all over the world. Meanwhile, I’m still working full time, parenting, and running life as usual.
In this episode, I show you exactly what I did when my brain wanted to spiral into overwhelm—and how I used my problem-solving toolkit to navigate the chaos calmly, strategically, and creatively.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
- Why the first tool we reach for isn’t always the right one for the job.
- How to know which kind of problem-solving approach to use—depending on whether you’re in the emotional, strategic, or tactical phase of processing.
- Three categories of tools you can choose from:
- Mindset reset – shifting your thinking when your brain goes negative.
- Obstacle prediction & strategy – anticipating challenges and creating grounded plans.
- Emotional processing & curiosity – handling your inner experience before taking external action.
- The critical reminder that we never use tools and teachings against ourselves—no self-blame, no “shoulds.”
- Why making requests of others is often the final step, not the first one—after we’ve done our own emotional and cognitive work.
- How to reflect after the storm passes—so every challenge becomes a blueprint for your next success.
By the end of this episode, you’ll see how these tools come together in real time—and you’ll leave with a clear map for how to move from overwhelm to empowered action, no matter what kind of problem life serves up.
How to connect with Marie:
- On the Web | The Local Bloom
- Instagram: @the.bloom.coach
- All Things Marie on LinkTree
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We'll take all these ideas and apply them to our lives. Follow me on Instagram at @the.bloom.coach to learn more and snag a spot in my group coaching program!
Chapters
1. Setting The Stage (00:00:00)
2. The Doomsday Brain Question (00:00:35)
3. The Vow Renewal Setup (00:01:58)
4. Forecast Turns To Heavy Rain (00:03:38)
5. First Tools Rejected (00:06:06)
6. Two Buckets: Feelings And Logistics (00:08:18)
7. Naming Loneliness And Asking For Help (00:10:12)
8. Joint Planning And Timelines (00:12:10)
9. Obstacle Becomes The Way (00:14:10)
10. Choosing The Right Tool (00:17:48)
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