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Nextfem Leaders · Episode 14

Episode 14: What to do when things don’t go how we want

20 October 2025 · 13 min · Rituals & wellbeing · Leading yourself

Nextfem Leaders · Episode 14

#14 - What to do when things don’t go how we want

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Show notes

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:

  1. Create space for emotions — without judgment

  2. Rebuild your inner foundation — sleep, food, movement, connection

  3. Look for small wins (including the 3-week routine that changed my mindset completely)

  4. 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.

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