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#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: Commitment vs. Devotion

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!

#68 Endings, Identity, and the Rituals We Forgot to Keep

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2420772/fan_mail/new] This episode explores why life transitions—graduation, empty nesting, sobriety, loss, and reinvention—can feel disorienting, even when they’re positive. Through neuroscience, psychology, and cultural insight, we unpack how identity shifts happen, why we often self-sabotage during growth, and how reclaiming simple rituals can help us move through change with more clarity and connection. What We Cover: * Why endings disrupt identity (not just circumstances) * The “identity lag” and how long change really takes * Neuroplasticity and how the brain forms a new self-concept * The “upper limit” problem and self-sabotage patterns * Why modern society struggles with transitions * The loss of rites of passage and its impact * How technology fragments attention during key life moments * Simple ways to create personal rituals for change Key Takeaway: Endings are not just something to get through—they are something to mark. When we intentionally acknowledge transitions, we help our brain and nervous system integrate the new identity more fully. Call to Action: Take 5 minutes today to create a simple ritual to honor something you’re letting go of. 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] IW Badge [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1je1nvqJl7I5U--HPEP_YJKXWD8Qi4n0A/view?usp=share_link] Buzzsprout-Just Count Me In [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2420772] Thank you for joining me! If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

#67: Start Leading: The Art Of Letting Go To Grow

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2420772/fan_mail/new] 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] Episode Summary: This episode explores the often-overlooked third layer of alignment: letting go. After setting boundaries and making aligned decisions, true growth requires releasing what no longer fits—whether in relationships, business, or personal identity. Key Concepts: * Cognitive dissonance as a signal, not a flaw * How neuroplasticity shifts your standards * The cost of avoiding clear decisions * Letting go as a leadership skill Takeaways: * Misalignment often shows up as resentment or frustration * Growth changes what you can tolerate * Avoiding “no” creates long-term friction * Letting go creates space for alignment CTA: If you’re navigating a decision, relationship, or leadership challenge and want clarity without the emotional noise, I offer 1:1 coaching sessions designed to help you move with precision and confidence. Thank you for joining me! If this episode resonates, please share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration today!

#66: Is Your Alignment Built To Last? The Ultimate Stress Test

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2420772/fan_mail/new] Influential Women Verified [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UtY9SMRuTfOV2suTajh3ttrBYH-9VmWj/view?usp=share_link] Buzzsprout-Just Count Me In [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2420772] Why boundaries feel like conflict—and how to build systems that actually support your values Episode Summary: This episode explores the hidden cost of unclear agreements and why boundaries often feel like conflict—especially when they’re enforced late. Through two real-life examples, we unpack how alignment breaks down when structure isn’t in place, and how to rebuild it in a way that actually holds. Key Topics: * Alignment vs. attachment * Why unclear expectations create emotional decisions * The neuroscience of pattern disruption and loss aversion * Reactive vs. proactive boundaries * How to create systems that support your values Key Takeaways: * If it’s not consistently enforced, it’s not a boundary—it’s a preference * Flexibility without structure leads to misalignment * Late boundaries feel like conflict, even when they’re fair * Alignment requires systems, not just awareness CTA: If you’re navigating a transition, decision, or boundary in your life or business and want support creating alignment that actually holds, reach out about coaching sessions. 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!