Ep. 8 - Mental Health like nobody explained it before

Ep. 10 - Being present and building your future are NOT opposite

We hear two completely opposite messages all the time.“Be present. Slow down. Enjoy the moment.”But also...“Set goals. Think long term. Build your future.”So… which one are we actually supposed to do?In this episode of Make Today Count, I talk about the tension between being present and planning for the future and why so many high-functioning people end up feeling stuck between the two.Because constantly chasing the next goal can disconnect you from your own life.But living only in the present without direction can quietly turn into avoidance.We talk about:* Why present and future are NOT opposites* The difference between intentional living and drifting through life* Why high achievers struggle to feel satisfied* The hidden trap of always chasing the next milestone* How “going with the flow” can become passive living* Why the future gives you direction but the present creates results* How to stop feeling disconnected from your life* The balance between ambition, mindfulness and fulfillment* How to build a future you actually enjoy livingThis episode is about learning how to use the future as direction without becoming emotionally absent from your present.Because today is the only place where your future is actually being built.If you’re feeling disconnected, overwhelmed or stuck between ambition and presence and you want more clarity on the life you’re building, you can book a discovery call with me here: https://calendly.com/jessicamorari/30minIf this is the first time we meet, hi, I’m Jessica. I’m a certified coach, chronic overthinker and high-achiever and the human behind Make Today Count.I help high-achieving people who look like they have everything together on paper but secretly feel stuck, disconnected or like something is missing. Through coaching, mindset work and a lot of honest conversations, I help people create their own definition of success and build a life that actually makes them happy. If you want to know more about me, here you can find out what I do and how I do it: Jessicamorari.com

Ep. 9 - Why you’re always busy but never moving forward

Most people think time management is about productivity. I think it’s about self-respect. In this episode of Make Today Count, I’m sharing the exact framework I use personally and with my coaching clients to stop feeling overwhelmed, manage time intentionally and actually create a life that feels aligned instead of constantly reactive. Because the truth is your calendar reflects your priorities whether you like it or not. And if you constantly feel busy, exhausted or stuck despite doing “all the things,” this episode might explain why. We talk about: * Why planning creates more freedom, not less * The real reason people resist planning * How breaking promises to yourself destroys self-trust * The time audit exercise I use with clients * Decision fatigue and why your brain feels overloaded * Why multitasking is quietly ruining your focus * How to stop wasting time on things that don’t matter * Learning to say no without guilt * Delegation, distractions and protecting your energy * Why intentional time management changes your entire life This is not about becoming a productivity robot. It’s about becoming more conscious of how you spend your time, energy and attention. Because the way you spend your time… is the way you spend your life. If this episode hits home, it’s time for a chat. I am inviting you for a FREE discovery session, no strings attached 👉 https://calendly.com/jessicamorari/30min

Ep. 8 - Mental Health like nobody explained it before

You don’t need to be mentally ill to feel like something’s off. In today’s world, mental health isn’t just about avoiding breakdowns, it’s about your capacity to handle life. In this episode of “Make Today Count”, we break down what mental health really means in modern life, beyond the clichés, beyond “just be positive” and beyond the idea that being fine is enough. We’re talking about: * Why “not being mentally ill” is a low standard * The real definition of mental health today  * How constant stimulation, comparison, and pressure are affecting your mind * The hidden ways you might be coping  * 10 clear signs of strong mental health that no one talks about Disclaimer: this isn’t about being happy all the time. It’s about being mentally strong, emotionally aware and able to handle whatever life throws at you. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, distracted or slightly disconnected lately… this one is going to hit. Watch until the end for the 10 signs that will help you assess your mental wellbeing! 📩 Want to go deeper? Let’s have a chat and see how I can support you to get a stronger mental health and protect it  https://calendly.com/jessicamorari/30min 💬 Tell me in the comments: Which of these signs do you already have… and which one needs work?

Ep. 7 - The real reason you feel stuck in life

You say you know your values. Integrity. Freedom. Growth. Family. Sounds good. Looks good. Feels right. But when you actually look at your life, your decisions, your habits, your priorities… …does it match? In this episode of Make Today Count, we go beyond the “nice list of values” and get into what actually matters: 👉 Why most people think they know their values (but don’t live them) 👉 How misalignment creates stress, confusion, and burnout 👉 The real reason your life can look good on paper but feel off in reality 👉 How to identify your core values (for real this time) 👉 How to start making decisions that actually feel right Truth bomb coming up  ⚠️  You don’t feel lost because you lack discipline or motivation. You feel lost because you’re living out of alignment with what actually matters to you. And no… this is not about writing a pretty list and forgetting about it. This is about using your values as a compass for your decisions, your habits, your relationships… your life. Inside this episode: * What values really are * Why your current life might feel “off” * The hidden gap between what you say vs what you live * A simple exercise to identify your top values * How to turn awareness into real action 📥 FREE RESOURCE: Download the Values Workbook (used in my signature workshop) and start doing the work: https://jessicamorari.com/free-resources.html If this made you pause for a second… good. That’s where change starts. Subscribe for weekly tools to help you think better, live better and actually build a life that feels like yours. And as always… don’t forget to make today count!

Ep.6 - How to change your life: the STEAR model

You don’t feel stuck because of your situation. You feel stuck because of how you think about your situation. In this episode of Make Today Count, we break down the STEAR Model, a simple but powerful framework that explains how your thoughts drive your emotions, actions and results. If you’ve ever struggled with: * overthinking * lack of motivation * inconsistency * feeling stuck in your career or life * self-sabotage patterns …this episode will show you what’s actually going on. Because the truth is: 👉 it’s not your circumstances 👉 it’s not your lack of discipline 👉 it’s not “bad luck” It’s the meaning you attach to what happens. Inside this episode: * Why the problem is not the problem * How your thoughts create your emotional state * The hidden loop that keeps you stuck * How to shift your thinking to create different results * A practical way to apply the STEAR model to your life This is not about toxic positivity, I promise. It’s about reframing and understanding what you can control for real. If you want to stop reacting to life and start steering it, this one’s for you.  And if you are serious about it and you are ready to take action and creating that you want, consider this your nudge. Let’s have a chat, it’s on me 😉 https://calendly.com/jessicamorari/30min