#71: The Plan Often Changes. The Dream Doesn't Have To

#73: Trusting the Pull: A Conversation with Max Gloeckner

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2420772/fan_mail/new] What if the moments that seem most uncertain are actually the moments that shape your life? In this inspiring conversation, Sari sits down with Max Gloeckner, entrepreneur, global speaker, community builder, and explorer of consciousness, to discuss a life guided not by rigid plans but by intuition, curiosity, and the courage to follow what calls you forward. At twenty years old, Max made a decision that would alter the course of his life forever. He walked away from the path he was expected to follow, bought a one-way ticket to Australia, and stepped into complete uncertainty. What followed was a journey through iron ore mines in the Australian desert, entrepreneurship in Bangkok, global travel, and ultimately a deeper exploration of consciousness, frequency, and human potential. In this episode, Max shares: • Why challenges can become opportunities for growth  • Growing up feeling confined by traditional systems  • Lessons learned from being the "misfit" in school  • The unexpected gifts that came from his parents' divorce  • Why he joined the military and what it taught him  • The courage required to leave certainty behind  • Trusting intuition when logic cannot explain the next step  • The relationship between uncertainty and possibility  • Reinvention as a key component of success  • Why an open mind may be life's greatest asset  • Discovering Telos and the concept of soul mapping  • Following curiosity as a pathway to purpose One of the most powerful ideas from this conversation is that uncertainty is not something to fear—it is often where the magic begins. If you've ever felt called toward something you couldn't explain, questioned whether the conventional path was right for you, or wondered how to trust yourself more deeply, this episode is for you. Sometimes the next step isn't visible. Sometimes you simply feel the pull. And sometimes that's enough. Listen now and discover what can happen when you trust the journey before you can see the destination.. LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sari-stone-5065b163/] Facebook-Just Count Me In [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566883002270] Instagram- Just Count Me In [https://www.instagram.com/saristone2025/] Thank you for joining me! If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

#72: Flip the Script

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2420772/fan_mail/new] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sari-stone-5065b163/] Buzzsprout-Just Count Me In [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2420772] We often think our words simply describe our reality. Neuroscience suggests something deeper: our words help shape what we notice, expect, and experience. In this episode, we explore: * Why your brain is constantly listening to your language * The role of the Reticular Activating System (RAS) * How neuroplasticity strengthens repeated thoughts * The connection between self-talk and stress * The language parents pass to children * How leaders create culture through words * The hidden scripts many men, women, and teens carry * Practical ways to become more intentional with your language Key Takeaway Your words are not magic. They are instructions. Your brain uses them to decide what matters, what to notice, and who you believe yourself to be. Facebook-Just Count Me In [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566883002270] Instagram- Just Count Me In [https://www.instagram.com/saristone2025/] Influential Women Verified [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UtY9SMRuTfOV2suTajh3ttrBYH-9VmWj/view?usp=share_link] Thank you for joining me! If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

#71: The Plan Often Changes. The Dream Doesn't Have To

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2420772/fan_mail/new] The Plan Changed. The Dream Didn't. What if being "off track" is actually part of the path? For years, we've been taught that success comes from setting goals, creating plans, tracking progress, and staying disciplined enough to reach the destination. But what happens when life presents an opportunity that wasn't part of the plan? In this episode of Just Count Me In, Sari shares the deeply personal story of how a dream of relocating to South Carolina unfolded in a way she never could have predicted. What started as a clear goal and timeline transformed into something far better than the original plan. Along the way, she explores: • Why our brains crave structure and certainty • The neuroscience behind goal-setting and planning • The difference between having direction and becoming attached to a specific route • The dangers of having no structure at all • The hidden cost of becoming married to a plan • How intuition and action work together • Why "being off track" may actually be life's redirection • What this means for students choosing careers, adults seeking change, and business owners pursuing growth Most importantly, you'll learn how to hold a vision while remaining open to possibilities you could never have planned. Reflection Questions * What feeling are you truly seeking beneath your goals? * Where might you be forcing a plan that no longer fits? * What standards do you want to live by regardless of the outcome? * What opportunities might be waiting beyond your current timeline? * What if you're not off track at all? Key Takeaway The dream didn't change. The vision didn't change. The feeling didn't change. Only the path changed. Connect with Sari Stone * Follow Just Count Me In * Share this episode with someone navigating their own breakthrough season * Leave a review to help more listeners discover the show LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sari-stone-5065b163/] Buzzsprout-Just Count Me In [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2420772] Influential Women Verified [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UtY9SMRuTfOV2suTajh3ttrBYH-9VmWj/view?usp=share_link] Instagram- Just Count Me In [https://www.instagram.com/saristone2025/] Facebook-Just Count Me In [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566883002270] Thank you for joining me! If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

#70: What's Your Breakthrough Moment? An Interview with Zac Deane

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2420772/fan_mail/new] On this episode of Just Count Me In, I sit down with Zac Deane — entrepreneur, podcast host, and someone deeply focused on sharing successful entrepreneurs' transformational “breakthrough moments” in both business and life. Zac shares the deeply personal experiences that reshaped his path, including losing his business, relationship, and sense of identity before rebuilding from a completely different foundation.  This conversation moves beyond surface-level motivation into the real work of growth: listening inward, making aligned decisions, and taking action before you feel fully ready. We also explore: * The connection between health, mindset, and entrepreneurship * Why many high achievers still feel disconnected internally * How podcasting creates trust and authentic human connection * Masculine and feminine energy in leadership and business * The role of adversity in personal transformation * What “breakthrough moments” really look like in everyday life * Rebuilding after burnout, heartbreak, or failure * Why authenticity is becoming the new currency If you’ve ever felt like your life looked successful on the outside but disconnected on the inside, as though the best parts of you have yet to be expressed, and you have so much more to give, this episode will resonate deeply. About Zac Deane Zac Deane is an entrepreneur, podcast host, and coach focused on helping founders and creators share transformational breakthroughs in business and personal growth. Through long-form conversations and coaching, he explores the mindset, identity shifts, and decisions that create lasting change.  Connect with Zac * Zac Deane Official Website [https://zacdeane.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] * The Breakthrough Moment Podcast [https://zacdeane.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] * Zac Deane LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/youtube-com-zacdeane?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Connect with Sari Stone * Follow Just Count Me In * Share this episode with someone navigating their own breakthrough season * Leave a review to help more listeners discover the show Thank you for joining me! If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

#69: Beyond Commitment: The Missing Piece of Transformation

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2420772/fan_mail/new] In this episode, we explore the difference between commitment and devotion—and why understanding both matters in parenting, leadership, business, relationships, and personal growth. We discuss: * Why commitment and devotion feel emotionally different * The neuroscience of intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation * Self-Determination Theory and resilience * Whether devotion can actually be cultivated * Bruce Lipton, Marisa Peer, David Hawkins, and Wayne Dyer’s perspectives on identity, meaning, and emotional energy * Parenting children through discomfort without teaching avoidance * Leadership, business culture, and expectation mismatches * Why devotion is identity-based while commitment is behavioral * The balance between flow, responsibility, discipline, and alignment Key Concepts * Intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation * Identity-based behavior * Neuroplasticity * Emotional resilience * Leadership culture * Parenting and grit * Alignment vs avoidance * Sustainable motivation * Meaning and belonging Buzzsprout-Just Count Me In [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2420772] Influential Women Verified [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UtY9SMRuTfOV2suTajh3ttrBYH-9VmWj/view?usp=share_link] Facebook-Just Count Me In [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566883002270] Instagram- Just Count Me In [https://www.instagram.com/saristone2025/] Thank you for joining me! If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!