Join Devan as she passionately explores the issue of frequent and unnecessary apologies, specifically regarding personal quirks, opinions, and individuality. Drawing inspiration from the beloved TV show Friends, Devan highlights the character Phoebe, who serves as a powerful example with her constant apologies for her uniqueness. In addition, the thought-provoking 'Curvy Girls Can't Date' book series is referenced, showcasing how the main characters apologize for perceived inadequacies. The core message resonates deeply: it is time to cease apologizing for merely being ourselves and wholeheartedly embrace our authenticity. Throughout the episode, there is a strong emphasis on cultivating self-love, valuing ourselves as much as we value others, reclaiming our own definition of success, and challenging societal norms. For more information on Devan, visit ⁠www.developingwithdevan.com⁠.

Join Devan in a heartfelt discussion on breaking free from the cultural norm of excessive apologizing, a phenomenon predominantly affecting women. Discover the significance of recognizing unnecessary apologies, often made when expressing personal opinions or making mistakes, as a tool for appeasing others. Explore how societal expectations perpetuate these needless apologies, wrongly implying weakness and leaving room for manipulation. Devan inspires transformative change by urging listeners to replace apologies with expressions of gratitude or omit them altogether. In this empowering episode, Devan encourages embracing identities, opinions, and actions without compromising assertiveness or strength. For more information on Devan, visit ⁠www.developingwithdevan.com⁠.

In this heartfelt talk, Devan dives into a book she's currently reading called 'The Takedown' by Lily Chu and engagingly discusses the main character's struggle with toxic positivity and overworking. The book inspires her to highlight the inherent value of every individual without having to prove it constantly. Devan shares six life-transforming rules she has created for herself related to prioritizing oneself, authenticity, ignoring negativity, taking up space, self-belief, and showing up for oneself. These rules are designed to help individuals remember their worth, assert themselves, and live their best lives. She encourages you to adopt these rules to experience an amazing and fulfilled life. For more information on Devan, visit www.developingwithdevan.com.

In this motivational podcast episode, Devan discusses the importance of boundaries and how they can play a major role in defining self-worth. Talking about the task of setting boundaries from a logical perspective, she suggests establishing top five personal core values and aligning them with life goals. She emphasizes how aligning the actions with core values can make it easier to set and maintain personal boundaries, consequently enhancing self-worth. Devan illustrates this concept through personal experiences and client stories, thereby advocating for self-advocacy and embracing individuality. The episode concludes on a motivational note urging the listeners to stand up for themselves and their values confidently. For more information on Devan, visit www.developingwithdevan.com.

Welcome to an energizing episode of "Discussions with Devan," where Devan passionately reframes the conventional approach to New Year's resolutions. In this dynamic conversation, she advocates for a shift towards year-round, continuous goal setting, challenging the limitations of confining aspirations to the beginning of the year. Join us as Devan introduces a groundbreaking six-step process to effective goal setting. Each step — explore, prioritize, develop, implement, adjust, and achieve — is meticulously unpacked, providing listeners with a comprehensive and actionable pathway to personal development and success. Devan's enthusiasm is contagious as she emphasizes the importance of ongoing goal-setting, highlighting how this approach fosters continuous growth and achievement. The episode serves as a motivational guide for anyone seeking to break free from the constraints of traditional New Year's resolutions and embrace a more dynamic and sustainable approach to personal development. For more information on Devan, check out www.developingwithdevan.com.

Welcome to another episode of "Discussions with Devan." In this deeply personal and insightful conversation, Devan opens up about the transformative power of gratitude in our everyday lives. Join us as she shares her journey of intentionally practicing gratitude, revealing how this simple yet profound practice has brought about significant changes in various aspects of her life. To find out more about Devan visit www.developingwithdevan.com.

Welcome to another season of "Discussions with Devan." In this empowering episode, Devan delves into the transformative topic of "How To Be Unapologetically." Join us as she passionately encourages listeners, with a special emphasis on women, to redefine success on their own terms and unapologetically embrace their choices. In a world where societal standards often dictate success, our speaker challenges the status quo. From the fulfilling role of being a stay-at-home mom to climbing the corporate ladder, success is not a one-size-fits-all concept. It's about individual satisfaction and accomplishments, and it's high time we stop apologizing for the paths we choose. For more on Devan check out www.developingwithdevan.com.

Here it is ladies (and some gentlemen), season one's final episode! Join me as I recap the whole season and share a little bit about each episode. Be sure to tune into any episode that you need to know more about. See you in the next season! Want to stay up-to-date on all things Devan?? Join my mailing list (and grab a copy of my mini-course) at www.thebwordminicourse.com

This week, in Episode 13 of Discussions with Devan, my guest, Anna Larson and I discussed The Role of Self-Awareness and Self-Discovery in Building Self-Confidence and how you can begin to make all of these aspects a priority in your life. We shared about how these apply to us personally, and give real-life, real-world examples. We also talk about the importance of being discerning about who you have around you. This episode is full of so much actionable advice and tips that you will be able to truly consider and begin to put into practice! Who is Anna Larson? Anna Larson is a veteran military spouse with two kids at home and three stepkids (all adults). She is sassy and strong willed. She considers herself organized and methodical and practical, but always wanted to be smoky and mysterious. She loves to travel and have adventures. Anna is not shy at all, and loves to try new things and will try pretty much anything once. Anna’s business, NomadAbout tells a great story for your business. The company offers strategic marketing, copy and content creation as well as social media management, to support B2B and B2C business owners reach their marketing goals. Connect with Anna: Email: [email protected] FB: https://www.facebook.com/iamnomadabout IG: https://www.instagram.com/iamnomadabout/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annadlarson/ Website: www.nomadabout.com Want to stay up-to-date on all things Devan?? Join my mailing list (and grab a copy of my mini-course) at www.thebwordminicourse.com

Join us inside Episode 12 as special guest, Emma Furlong, and I talk about how to create your own self-care routine based around your needs and your schedule. Here’s a quick recap of what was in this episode: -How simplifying things is a great first step -The dimensions/realms of self-care -What goes in the buckets -Tips on how to create a self-care routine -What is bundling and how does it relate to self-care Who is Emma Furlong? Emma Furlong is a mother, wife, and creative. She is never quite content unless she has a project or is out exploring nature. She loves photography and is endlessly fascinated with the natural world. Emma grew up on a ranch in Montana and is still very much a country girl at heart. Emma is a visual legacy artist. In her business Love and Reverie, she helps families get their photos and videos off of their camera roll and into beautiful albums and films so they can be enjoyed. Connect with Emma: Email: [email protected] FB: https://www.facebook.com/loveandreverie.photo IG: https://www.instagram.com/loveandreverie.photo/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-furlong-9a1965221/ Website: www.loveandreverie.com Want to stay up-to-date on all things Devan?? Join my mailing list (and grab a copy of my mini-course) at www.thebwordminicourse.com