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How to Stop Losing Yourself While Chasing Success - Heather Simco

Success doesn’t always mean fulfillment, and sometimes the strongest people are the ones silently struggling with burnout, pressure, people-pleasing, and unhealthy coping patterns. In this episode of Growth Room, we’re joined by Heather Simco for a powerful and honest conversation about sobriety, emotional healing, self-worth, boundaries, and what it truly means to come back to yourself. Heather shares her personal journey, the lessons she learned through transformation, and how women can begin creating healthier, more aligned lives without losing themselves in the process. This episode is honest, refreshing, empowering, and deeply relatable for anyone navigating growth, healing, leadership, or personal change. Connect with Heather Simco: https://linktr.ee/heathersimco [https://linktr.ee/heathersimco?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Follow Growth Room Podcast for more honest conversations around growth, career journeys, creativity, mindset, entrepreneurship, and life experiences. #growthroom #selflove #healing #successs

How to Find Identity, Purpose & Connection Through Storytelling - Christian Hurst

What happens when storytelling becomes a way to understand identity, purpose, and human connection? In this episode of Growth Room, we sit down with Christian Hurst — author, creative director, and storyteller — to talk about creativity, belonging, empathy, reinvention, and the personal experiences that shaped his journey. Christian shares honest insights about growing up feeling like an outsider, transitioning away from religion, balancing creativity with business, and using storytelling as a tool for connection and healing. If you’ve ever questioned where you belong, struggled with self-discovery, or wondered how to turn your experiences into something meaningful, this episode is for you. Use the link below to explore Christian’s work and connect with him. Connect with Christian Hurst: Christian Hurst Website [https://www.churstpublishing.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Explore Christian’s work: • The Lily Starling Series • Creative storytelling and branding insights • Conversations around empathy, identity, and human connection Follow Growth Room for more honest conversations about growth, career journeys, creativity, and life experiences.

31. How to Stay Consistent: Lessons from Stanley Bronstein’s 17-Year Journey

Consistency sounds simple… but staying consistent is where most people struggle. In this episode of the Growth Room Podcast, we sit down with Stanley F. Bronstein — attorney, CPA, author, and creator of The Way of Excellence — to break down what it really takes to stay consistent in your life, habits, and personal growth journey. Stanley shares his powerful transformation story of losing over 220 pounds and maintaining it for nearly 17 years, not through quick fixes, but through sustainable discipline, mindset shifts, and daily action. In this conversation, we talk about why motivation isn’t enough and what actually works, the real meaning of discipline and how to build it, the four key barriers to consistency — willingness, belief, discipline, and commitment — practical ways to stay consistent even when life gets hard, and how to recover quickly when you fall off track. If you’ve ever struggled with starting and stopping, feeling overwhelmed, or not following through on your goals, this episode will give you the clarity and practical tools you need to stay on track. Tune in and learn how to build consistency that actually lasts. Learn more and connect with Stanley: https://TheWayOfExcellence.com [https://TheWayOfExcellence.com] #consistency #podmatch #growthrooom # Podcasting

30. Common Sense SEO: How to Get Found Online Without the Overwhelm - Melanie Gorman

If you’ve ever felt like SEO is too complicated, too technical, or just not for you — this episode will change your perspective. In this conversation, I sit down with Melanie Gorman, an SEO strategist with over 20 years of experience and the founder of Crownsville Media, to break down what SEO really means for small business owners and service-based brands. Melanie introduces her Common Sense SEO approach — a practical, human-centered way to turn your website into a lead-generating machine without chasing trends or burning out. We talk about how to move from relying solely on word-of-mouth to becoming discoverable online, what most people get wrong about SEO, and how to create content that actually attracts and converts the right audience. Whether you're a beginner, a creative, or a service provider trying to grow your online presence, this episode will help you simplify your strategy and focus on what truly works. Connect with Melanie: https://crownsvillemedia.com/ [https://crownsvillemedia.com/]

29. How to Detach Your Self-Worth from Job Titles - George Pesansky

In this episode of Growth Room Podcast, we explore a powerful but often overlooked topic and that is separating your self-worth from your job title. Many people tie their identity to what they do, which can make career changes, setbacks, or transitions feel overwhelming. But what if your value goes beyond your role? I’m joined by George Pesansky, a leader in operational excellence with over 30 years of experience helping professionals and organizations achieve sustainable performance and growth. This episode will help you shift your mindset, build confidence, and see your value beyond any title. To Learn more about George's work , use the link below https://georgepesansky.com/ [https://georgepesansky.com/]