FYH 087 Stop Being The Biggest Bottleneck to Your Success

FYH 087 Stop Being The Biggest Bottleneck to Your Success

[https://morganeshepherd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/FYH-087-1024x1024.png] The biggest barrier to building anything is your own “bullshit” like excuses, fear, perfectionism, people pleasing, and imposter syndrome. In this episode Morgan shares her pathway to building a business online over the last 5 years while struggling with fear of being misunderstood and rejected. She emphasizes the importance of adopting the identity of the person who does the thing, showing up with uncertainty, and taking messy action rather than all-or-nothing consistency. Morgan describes her winding path from Etsy Artist to fitness coaching and ultimately becoming an online business manager. She gives guidance around how to get out of your own way by noticing your resistance patterns and continuing to turn toward action and doing the thing. 00:00 You Are The Bottleneck 00:26 Burnout In Food Service 01:26 Fear Of Being Seen 03:21 Resistance After Commitment 04:11 Imposter Syndrome And Value 05:47 Roots Of Misunderstanding 12:01 People Pleasing Patterns 13:12 Identity And Messy Action 18:06 Pivoting Business Paths 24:55 Spotting Spirals And Closing FIND OUT WHAT PATTERN IS STOPPING YOU FROM TAKING ACTION! TAKE THE QUIZ. [https://morganeshepherd.com/resistance-quiz/] HOP ON A STRATEGY CALL [https://forms.gle/2SRC2NRCTG6gHtqc8] WITH ME Let me help you bridge the gap between what you say you want to do and actually following through. Check me out on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/morgan.e.shepherd/]

FYH 086 Get Over Your Perfectionism, Procrastination, & Resistance and Follow Through On Your Goals

[https://morganeshepherd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/FYH-086-1024x1024.png] Morgan comes back with a fire episode about what it takes to follow through on goal. This is for perfectionists, overthinkers, overachievers, procrastinators, and all-or-nothing thinkers. She describe “resistance” as the umbrella for emotions and mental obstacles that block action. She shares some insightful examples, and emphasizes “doing it shitty” rather than waiting to do things perfectly. Morgan also outline her CARAT system and the importance of reducing friction through environmental setup and support systems. 00:00 Perfectionist Resistance 01:23 Letting the Day Decide 02:45 Doing It Shitty 06:05 Find Your Why 09:47 Resistance Shows Up 11:29 Overthinking and Planning Trap 14:12 Acknowledge the Noise 15:44 CARAT System Cue and Awareness 17:25 Recognize what you need 21:24 Anticipate: Plan and Prepare 25:34 Take Action Now 26:55 Wrap Up and Call to Action HOP ON AN IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY CALL WITH ME! [https://forms.gle/2SRC2NRCTG6gHtqc8] Let me help you bridge the gap between what you say you want to do and actually following through. Check me out on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/morgan.e.shepherd/]

FYH 085 Overachievers Anonymous: From Perfectionism to Follow Through

[https://morganeshepherd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FYH-085-1024x1024.png] After a long break from podcasting, Morgan returns to share a refocus on speaking to “expanders” who crave growth, challenge, and pursuing big goals despite busy lives. They discuss perfectionism and self-criticism. Using stories like joining a college hockey team without knowing how to skate, they describe a lifelong pattern of committing first and figuring it out second. They also unpack a complicated relationship with art and a recent return to a low-pressure art practice. 00:00 Podcast Return Update 01:05 Expanders vs Comfort Seekers 02:43 Perfectionism and Self Criticism 05:32 Chasing Big Challenges 10:27 Art School Wounds 15:48 Reclaiming Art Practice 17:23 Low Pressure Art Habits 20:24 What’s Next and Wrap Up HOP ON A STRATEGY CALL [https://forms.gle/2SRC2NRCTG6gHtqc8] WITH ME Let me help you bridge the gap between what you say you want to do and actually following through. Click the link and fill out a quick inquiry form and I’ll get back to you in 72 hours. Check me out on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/morgan.e.shepherd/]

FYH 084 Protein, the 2026 Marketing Ploy You Actually Need

[https://morganeshepherd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/FYH-084-1024x1024.png] In this podcast episode, Morgan delves into the ‘protein craze’ that has taken the dietary world by storm. Morgan discusses the importance of protein, not as a new marketing trend but as a fundamental nutrient for stabilizing hunger and supporting overall health. This comprehensive talk covers misconceptions about protein, particularly in the context of vegan diets, and counters the misguided notion of pitting protein against fiber. Morgan explains the benefits of a protein-first approach without the need for obsessive tracking or fad diets. She also shares practical tips on how to incorporate more protein into daily meals, balance macronutrients, and sustain long-term healthy eating habits. Be sure to sign up for Morgan’s free training on January 21st at 12:00 PM noon Pacific time to learn more! 00:00 Introduction and Upcoming Free Training 01:22 The Protein Craze: Marketing or Necessity? 02:34 Protein vs. Fiber: Debunking the Myths 03:56 The Importance of Protein for Satiety 08:36 Practical Tips for Incorporating Protein 10:45 Building Sustainable Eating Habits 20:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts FREE TRAINING – STOP SNACKING & OVEREATING [https://morganeshepherd.kit.com/a47b98d6b1] Learn my 5-part framework for identifying where hunger, habits, and food choices are breaking down – so you know exactly what to work on next without feeling restricted. Check me out on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/morgan.e.shepherd/]

FYH 083 Stop Grocery Shopping From Recipes. It’s Making Fat Loss Harder.

[https://morganeshepherd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/FYH-083-1024x1024.png] In this episode, Morgan discusses her unique approach to grocery shopping and meal planning, contrasting it with common methods like following recipes. With extensive experience as a chef, she explains how she thinks in terms of components—proteins, carbs, and fats—rather than recipes, to maintain flexibility and variety in her meals. Morgan also highlights the importance of understanding nutrition fundamentals to support personal health goals. She announces a FREE training she’ll be doing January 21st focused on her protein-first approach to help reduce snacking and overeating. Morgan invites listeners to share their grocery shopping strategies and engage in a larger conversation about nutrition and meal planning. 00:00 Introduction and New Year Greetings 00:35 Grocery Shopping Methods: Recipes vs. Components 02:06 Chef’s Perspective on Cooking Without Recipes 04:26 Building Balanced Meals: Components and Nutrition 09:50 Grocery Shopping Strategy: Practical Tips 14:26 Upcoming Training Announcement 19:54 Conclusion and Call to Action FREE TRAINING – STOP SNACKING & OVEREATING [https://morganeshepherd.kit.com/a47b98d6b1] Learn my 5-part framework for identifying where hunger, habits, and food choices are breaking down – so you know exactly what to work on next without feeling restricted. Check me out on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/morgan.e.shepherd/] APPLY FOR 1:1 COACHING [https://forms.gle/4rtJt8nq3Y6cPCVQ7] Ready to get serious, start lifting weights and master your nutrition to drop your next 10-15 lbs?