#14 - What to do when things don’t go how we want
Welcome beautiful woman to Episode 14 of Nextfem Leaders Podcast!
This week, we’re exploring a topic that so many of us struggle with — especially as high-achieving, heart-led women:
👉 What do we do when things don’t go how we want… or when life feels completely out of our control?
Between restructures, layoffs, global uncertainty, and seasonal transitions — many of us are moving through big changes. And if you’re anything like me, uncertainty can trigger the inner Controller — the part that wants to plan, fix, and figure everything out right now.
But what if… instead of forcing clarity…
✨We learned to navigate uncertainty with more grace, grounding, and self-compassion?
In today’s episode, I’m sharing: - Why our brains are wired to resist uncertainty — and how to soothe the Controller saboteur within us - 4 wisdom steps to move through uncertain seasons with resilience and inner peace:
Create space for emotions — without judgment
Rebuild your inner foundation — sleep, food, movement, connection
Look for small wins (including the 3-week routine that changed my mindset completely)
Only then ask: What is life preparing me for?
Reflection time — as you listen, ask yourself:- Where in my life am I resisting uncertainty?- How do I currently respond when things don’t go my way?- What small win could I commit to this week — something fully within my control?- What would it look like to treat this season as preparation rather than punishment?
This episode is for you if you’re in a transition, if clarity feels foggy, or if you’re tired of being strong all the time and want a softer — yet still powerful — approach.
Because, beautiful woman… you can lead even when you don’t have all the answers.
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If this episode resonates, share it with a sister who’s navigating her own season of uncertainty. And tag me with your reflections — I’d love to hear your takeaway.
Sending softness, strength, and surrender your way. Until next time — keep becoming HER.
