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The Power of a Small Shift – 6 Ways to Expand Your World Without Quitting Everything

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Episode Overview

Have you ever crawled into bed at the end of the day—your work is done, the kids are asleep, the house is finally quiet—only to think, “Woof, what a crazy day. Was I even present today? Or did I just move through the motions?”

I know that feeling all too well. Between work, school routines, sports practices, and the never-ending to-do list, it’s so easy to feel like life is happening to us instead of us being in the driver’s seat. And when that happens, our world can start to feel smaller and smaller. Safe? Yes. But also suffocating.

In this episode, I’m sharing six small but powerful shifts you can make to expand your world without quitting everything. These are the rhythms, boundaries, and mindset shifts that have helped me—and so many of my clients—find more meaning, energy, and presence in the middle of full, busy lives.


What You’ll Learn in This Episode (Timestamps are approximate)

  • (00:02:30) How routines and repetition can unintentionally shrink your world
  • (00:06:15) Why giving yourself permission comes before setting boundaries
  • (00:14:00) How craving more growth in your career is completely normal
  • (00:19:40) My favorite presence practices that help me ground myself daily
  • (00:27:10) Why whole-life balance matters—and how to actually build it
  • (00:34:00) Simple rhythms that reduce decision fatigue and bring more joy

Key Takeaways

Recognize When Your World Feels Too Small

When every day feels like a rinse-and-repeat cycle of work, family, and tasks, it’s a sign something needs to shift. I’ve felt this myself, and it’s often the first step to creating more work-life balance.

Boundaries Start with Permission

We talk a lot about boundaries, but I’ve learned that the first step is giving yourself permission. Permission to say no. Permission to delegate. Permission to prioritize what actually brings joy, energy, and connection.

Growth and Novelty Keep Work Energizing

If your career feels flat or uninspiring, you’re not alone. High-achieving women crave challenge and impact, and sometimes that means exploring a new role, pivoting, or simply surrounding yourself with new people who stretch and inspire you.

Presence Is a Practice

I’ve found that journaling, daily walks, prayer before meals, or even asking myself “How do I want to feel in these next 10 minutes?” helps me shift out of autopilot and into presence. These small anchors create calm and clarity in a full day.

You’re a Whole Person, Not Just a Worker

Your health, relationships, and joy matter just as much as your career. Neglecting those areas leads to burnout. Choosing rhythms that support all parts of you helps you sustain success and fulfillment for the long haul.

Rhythms Reduce Stress

Whether it’s meal prepping on Sundays, setting phone boundaries, or carving out weekly white space, small systems make a big difference. They eliminate decision fatigue and create margin for the things that truly matter.

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About Molly

Molly is a wife, mother of three, and a certified high-performance coach, dedicated to helping others build successful careers while also prioritizing life and their own well-being. After stepping away from a corporate finance career, she found fulfillment in crafting a life and business that truly inspired her.

Passionate about sharing her journey, Molly empowers others to achieve their dreams by fostering intentional habits, smart time management, and engaging in meaningful work. Through her podcast, Dream It Do It, she encourages her audience to dream big, take strategic & courageous action, and create a life they love.