Welcome to The Trailblazher Podcast! Hosted by Jan and Erin Johnson, co-founders of the multi-platform brand Trailblazher Co. and mother and daughter business partner of over two decades. With a deep passion for exploring the stories behind rural women, Jan and Erin peel back the layers into what makes rural women persevere on their paths to becoming Trailblazhers. We’re talking grit, resilience, creativity, resourcefulness & gutsiness! Jan and Erin will deep dive into what shapes their iden ...
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The truth of the matter is there’s nothing you’re missing. There’s no hack, strategy, system or secret that you just haven’t figured out. There’s only the dynamic process of discovering what matters for you and what doesn’t, what works for you and what doesn’t. I certainly don’t have it all figured out yet! And, that’s what this podcast is all about. Welcome to Cowgirls Over Coffee with Thea Larsen! The podcast where I take you along on my mission to encourage and equip women with that cowgi ...
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The Connected To The Land Podcast is a bi-weekly podcast that explores what it means to be meaningfully connected to the land in a 21st century Canada. We are all connected to the land – through the food and crops we grow, the resources we dig for, the places we call home, and the travels we embark upon. Join host and traveling musician, Ian Sherwood on his mission to learn more. In each episode, Ian talks to homesteaders, farmers, gardeners, and many others, to discover how each of us inter ...
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46. How Stories Shape Rural Women Entrepreneurs: A Conversation with Trailblazher Magazine
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I’m excited to have two incredible women on today’s episode. Jan and Erin Johnson, founders of Trailblazher magazine, join us for a conversation about their mission, storytelling, and fostering connection. The mom and daughter team share how they combined their writing, research, and design skills to dream up and create their keepsake magazine. Wit…
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47. From Burnout Back to Balance: 5 Core Practices to Reclaim the Season
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We made it through September! As we go through this transitional time of year, I want you to be ready for the holiday season and soak in all the joy. Let's finish this year strong in your purpose! September is a prime month for burnout because we're coming off of the chaos of summer and gearing up for the winter season. I hit a wall in September, s…
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45. From Ashes to Action: A Raw Look at Crisis, Community, and Connection
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Please be aware this episode could be triggering for those who have experienced trauma with fire or loss. In today’s episode, Meg Scales is back recounting her recent harrowing experience with the House Draw Fire, which affected her community in Wyoming. This wildfire, ignited by lightning, caused extensive damage to ranches and farms. Today, Meg s…
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44. Fall into Easy Meal Planning: Simplifying Supper with Kaylee Stevie
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I can’t think of any better September discussion than to talk about meals in your fall routine. In today’s episode, Kaylee Stevie joins me for a conversation about meal planning. I am personally not great at it, and I wanted to bring Kaylee on to help with tips for prepping and planning your meals. Kaylee homeschools and helps manage her and her hu…
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43. Why Fall Routines Matter: Setting Your Family Up for Success
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Welcome to September! In today’s episode, Lana Wilkes (Cowgirls Over Coffee Community Manager) is back with us! Join the conversation as we talk about transitioning into fall routines. Valuing the power of a routine is important. Routines help provide productivity, they’re constructive, and they’re comforting. Find your routine to be a safe space t…
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42. Figuring It Out Is Overrated
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In today's episode, I'm talking about the idea we have to figure it all out. While it's impossible to always figure everything out, I share some things I think I have figured out. I'll dive into how meaningful connections are, how cultivating consistency is key in life, and how important YOU are to you. Connection is your responsibility; how are yo…
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41. August Transitions: Optimize Your Environment for Fall's Busy Season
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I hope August has been treating you kindly so far! In today's episode, I'm talking about something that is top-of-mind for me right now. I've dedicated the month of August to transitioning. For me and our methodology inside the membership, fall is a season of progress. September can be a time for burnout and checking in with yourself. This is an ac…
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40. Need a Reset? I've Got You!
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It's time for a reset! It's August, and we're coming off a great summer and transitioning into a new season. In today's episode, I'm walking you through a reset you can develop into a ritual. The exercises I share in this episode come from our Ready.Set.Reset Workbook (linked below). The purpose of this reset is to get you out of survival, stress, …
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39. Balancing Goals in Business, Farming & Family with Lexi Wright
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Today's conversation is fitting as it will help us all as we go into a new season. My friend Lexi Wright is here to talk about balancing goals in business, farming, and family. Lexi has her own marketing agency, Back Pocket Social, a podcast called Farming on Purpose, and a new farm with a long list of needed projects. Lexi dives into the strategie…
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38. Lessons from This Summer I’m Taking with Me into Fall
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On today’s episode, I’m doing some reflection as we near the end of summer and look ahead to the next season. I’m sharing six lessons from this summer that have served me so well that I’m taking them into fall. Some of these things were intentionally cultivated, and some were unintentional, but the work I’ve done this summer on my foundations has m…
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37. Navigating Your Own Expectations & Saying No... But, Yes
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Nobody panic, but we’re almost through July! It’s the perfect time for this powerful conversation I had with Dakota Dawn Johnson in today’s episode. We’re talking about navigating our own expectations, and I want to encourage you to have this same conversation with the people in your life. What are your expectations for yourself? Dakota shares that…
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36. The Dynamic Nature of Success & Accomplishment
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Meg Scales is back for a conversation filled with life updates ranging from hay season and summer chaos to vulnerability about today’s topic. This episode is the next step in the conversation about quitting that we had a few weeks ago on the podcast. We know how we feel about quitting; the next questions are: What do success and accomplishment mean…
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35. Making Peace with What's Not Getting Done
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We talk a lot about doing more of what matters in our planning. We look at what we have the capacity for, and we improve the way we do things. But what we omit during planning is looking at the things not getting done. Today's episode is about finding peace with the things we aren't doing. It's just as important to recognize them as the things we a…
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34. You Think You Know, But You Have No Idea
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Happy July! I love the first week of July, and it has me thinking more about using this summer season for priming, taking care of ourselves, being deliberate, and being present. I want us to take this season to set ourselves up for success. One reason I believe we all hit roadblocks in being successful is that we don't take the time to really look …
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36 | An Unexpected Bloom with Gemma James-Smith
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In this episode of the Trailblazher Podcast, we chat with Gemma James-Smith, with Bayfield Lavender Farm. Gemma grew up in the city and had zero farming experience before moving to rural Ontario in 2017. Her lavender farming adventure began almost by accident when she found an overgrown patch of lavender on her new property. Captivated by its sooth…
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Today’s episode is a little different, but I know you’ll enjoy it! As we are winding down June, I wanted to check in with you and make sure you’re prioritizing the foundation of core care. While it can seem overwhelming to take care of yourself, I encourage you to choose just one thing to work on to improve your well-being. Breathwork is a great pr…
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035 | How a Mother and Daughter-in-law Team Make It Work while Building their Dream Business with Kay and Jordyn Clark
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Join us for a fun and inspiring episode of the Trailblazer Podcast with special guests Jordyn and Kay from Portage View Farm. This dynamic mother-in-law and daughter-in-law duo has been perfecting the art of homesteading for years and now shares their wisdom on various platforms. Starting back in 2020 during the pandemic, they've become a go-to res…
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32. How Do You Feel About Quitting?
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Are you ever laying in bed at night thinking you’re ready to quit everything and burn it all down? In today’s episode Meg and I are talking about the ways we quit on ourselves and in our lives. How do we know what to intentionally quit? What things are we quietly quitting? Why does the action of and even the word quitting make us so uncomfortable? …
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033 | How Two Spitfire, Millennial Sisters - Stephanie and Hayley Painter are Modernizing the American Dairy Space
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Join us in this inspiring episode featuring Stephanie and Hayley Painter, the sisters and souls behind Painterland Sisters, an organic skyr yogurt brand dedicated to connecting consumers with where their food comes from. Discover how these fourth-generation farmers turned their family's dairy crisis into an innovative venture by bridging the gap be…
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034 | PART TWO: A Trailblazher Exclusive with Amber Marshall
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Want to Win a Whole Year Subscription to Trailblzher PLUS a signed copy of Issue 15 with Amber Marshall? Join Here! In this enlightening episode, Amber Marshall, star of CBC's "Heartland," delves into the balance of her work, personal life, and dedication to rural living. She shares her deep connection to her work, entrepreneurial ventures, and sim…
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Meg and I are back to talk about how we want to go into this summer season with a new mindset. In today’s episode we cover the importance of making a plan for your summer by setting deliberate intentions and realistic expectations. We want to alleviate the grief we can feel as summer slips away and we haven’t accomplished what we had hoped. Meg sha…
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032 | Part One: A Trailblazher Exclusive with Amber Marshall
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Join the Insider's Club to Receive EXCLUSIVE Access to Part 2 of this conversation with Amber Marshall Here Welcome to part one of this two-hour exclusive interview with Amber Marshall, known for her role as Amy Fleming on the popular TV series Heartland. We sat down to chat about Amber’s journey of making it on the show, Heartland’s unique impact …
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In today’s episode I wanted to have a one-on-one conversation with you about an epiphany I had that has alleviated stress and anxiety from my life. It’s a simple strategy, but makes a big impact when we truly believe it: you don’t have to catch up. Start where you’re at and go from there; you don’t have to back track. Think about the time and effor…
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29. A Conversation about Sponsorship & Sales Skills with Dakota Dawn Johnson
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Today I have Dakota Dawn Johnson sharing all things sales and sponsorships with us. Her definition of the art of selling, “serving others and solving problems” lays the groundwork for this episode. Dakota is the host of the podcast Cowgirl Confessions, works in sales for Ariat, and owns a feeder calf operation with her husband. She has thirty years…
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28. Protect Your Time, Energy & Attention with this Simple Strategy
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Today our conversation dives deep into a strategy we teach in Cowgirls Over Coffee called “The Umbrella Focus”. Lana and I share how using this strategy allows us to manage our priorities that are aligned with how we’re feeling and what is most important. The Umbrella Focus helps us prepare for what’s coming by sorting things into priorities and ob…
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27. A Podcast About Podcasts with Jill Carr
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I’m so excited to have Jill Carr, founder of Jill Carr Podcasting, join the conversation today! Jill is my podcast manager and is who helped me launch the Cowgirls Over Coffee podcast last fall. We’re going very meta today on the podcast to talk all about podcasts! Jill shares how she got into the podcasting world, how she helps rural women, and th…
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26. A Conversation about Communication with Terryn Drieling
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Today we have Terryn Drieling, a rural relationship guide and founder of the Good Movement Collective, a coaching program and community for rural women looking for growth and guidance in confidence, self-awareness, and communication. Our ranching/rural lifestyle is unique but has specific challenges as our lives are so integrated with family, frien…
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031 | 6 Ways to Be Brave When Life Gets Tough with Jan and Erin
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Welcome back, listeners! In today's discussion, we will be exploring the topic of bravery and specifically focusing on six ways to be brave when life gets tough. Whether it's in your personal life or in your business, there will always be moments when you need to tap into your inner strength and courage. These moments can be challenging, but they a…
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25. A Conversation About Confidence with Kaylee Phillips
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On today’s episode we welcome Kaylee Phillips, a wife and mother of two and owner of Suede + Coy and Glow House. As a stylist, Kaylee started forging her path in fashion when she opened her first business, Tin Wagon Boutique. The lessons she learned owning that business for seven years helped propel her into her fashion label, Suede + Coy, named af…
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24. Caretaking v. People Pleasing
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Where is the line between being a caretaker and a people pleaser? On today’s episode Meg is back to build off a recent conversation we had about prioritizing yourself. Meg shares her expectations she puts on herself about being a caretaker for her family. As women, there’s so much awareness around not being a people pleaser that it tends to oversha…
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030 | We Are What We Think: 10 Ways We Level Up our Thinking with Jan and Erin
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In this invigorating episode, Jan and Erin of Trailblazer company share their insights on "Staying Leveled Up in Your Thinking." These trailblazing entrepreneurs invite you into their world, with discussions reflecting their experiences as they balance the act of mother-daughter bonding with the rigors of running a successful business. This episode…
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23. A Conversation about Collaborations with Jenn Anderson of LOVleathers
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What makes a really good collab that benefits the makers, influencers, and customers? On today’s episode, we welcome Jenn Anderson from LOVleathers to answer that question! Jenn shares her background in leather working and sewing, and how her western handbag design company came to life. We’ll dive into how collaborations with other businesses and b…
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22. My Top 5 Things that are Just Working Right Now
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Happy April! Let’s kick off another month together. In today’s episode I’ll share five things that are working for me right now in life. These things might seem small or obvious, but I know it’s still helpful to hear and spark ideas. These things I’m doing help me stay organized as well as help me focus my presence and intention in my different rol…
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029 | If Your Body Could Talk - What Would it Say? with Amy Soudek
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In this poignant and vulnerable conversation with Amy Soudek, we begin to unravel the complex interconnectedness of our relationship with food, body image, and self-worth. This enlightening discussion emphasizes the need for mindfulness and sustainable practices in our daily eating habits and dives deeper into the key themes that shape our winding …
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21. What Does it Even Mean to Prioritize Self
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In a high-demand lifestyle, what does it really look like, functionally, to prioritize ourselves? Join today’s conversation with Meg and me as we explore personal expectations and narratives based on what season of life we’re in. What’s the cost of prioritizing yourself? Where do shame, fear, and blame play a role in putting yourself first? We get …
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20. Fostering Opportunities Of The West with Jessie Jarvis
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I am excited for today’s conversation with Jessie Jarvis, the founder and driving force behind Of The West sitting down with me. Jessie will share how Of The West, a job platform specifically for western, rural and agricultural industries, was developed and how it connects freelancers, creatives, job seekers and employers. Our conversation covers t…
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028 | A Journey Through Life, Motherhood, and Coming Back Home with Amber Kindler
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In the modern tapestry of rural living, every thread tells a story of family, work, and the balance in between. What makes the rural lifestyle so beautiful and relatable is that the narrative isn't just about the picturesque landscapes of ranchland; it's about the gritty, beautiful reality of what it means to be a mother, entrepreneur, and ranch wi…
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19. Homekeeping over Housekeeping
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We invite you to listen in on a conversation with Lana and I about bringing our home to the forefront of our planning, habits and routines. Usually when we’re thinking about the deliberate action we need to take around improving our lives, we’re focusing on the tactics and strategies around our goals, objectives and daily obligations. However, all …
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027 | How We Leverage our Intuition to Get What We Want with Jan and Erin
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In this episode of the Trailblazher Podcast, Jan and Erin are exploring the power of their intuition and sharing stories of how it has aided them in their entrepreneurial journey. In the modern world where logic and data-driven decisions often dominate, they are tapping into an age-old resource with immense potential: intuition. In a deep dive into…
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18. The Spring Sprint: A Season for Intentional Progress on Your Long Term Goals
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On today’s episode, we talk about going into the spring season! To me, March marks the beginning of spring and I like to leverage the power of how we feel in the spring with growth and renewal as a time for creating momentum and progress on goals we set for 2024. So I look at March, April, and May, those 12 weeks, as a spring sprint. I’ll share my …
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026 | Finding Peace In the Busyness of Daily Life with Kelsey Wulf
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In the modern whirlwind of technology and the fast pace of daily routines, the yearning for a connection to the simplicity of the earth is a feeling that resonates with many. The calm derived from our interactions with nature and the nurturing of life—be it through gardening or caring for animals—translates into a profound meditation that offers so…
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17. There's a Seat at the Table for You if You Like this Episode
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On today’s episode, I’m excited to have Meg Scales with me. We’re talking all about the Cowgirls Over Coffee Membership. Meg and I talk about the origin of the membership as well as the mechanics and goals behind it. You’ll hear that it doesn’t give a “taking a course” vibe, it’s a process that includes foundational habits and routines, tackling da…
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025 | If you Build It, They Will Come: A Candid Chat on Community Building with Jessica Garza,
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In a candid exchange on the Trailblazher podcast, Jessica Garza, a rural entrepreneur and owner of Moose Valley Ranch, unveils the heart and hustle behind creating vibrant rural communities through entrepreneurship. With a background as a law enforcement officer and growing up on her family’s ranch, Jessica's journey to building community is marked…
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On today’s episode, I’m excited to have Kelly Altschwager of Western Workouts and Carrie Jansen of Blueprint Barrel Racing join me. We’ll talk about the progression of building our fitness and our health and then also our relationships that go into that. You’ll hear how Kelly and Carrie started working together and the positive outcomes of their re…
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024 | Bridging Hope: Cait Luca's Horse Rescue and her Mission of Saving One Equine Life at a Time
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The bond between humans and horses is as storied as it is sacred, a testament to shared histories and profound connections. For Cait Luca of Lucky Break Horse Rescue, this bond is situated at the core of an inspiring journey from a first-generation horse girl to a trailblazing entrepreneur and rural advocate. Her mission? To rescue horses from slau…
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15. Tall Tales to Help You Reach Your Goals
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On today’s episode, I’m circling back about all that goal stuff I was beating the dead horse about all through January! I feel like this January has been a bit of a slog, so if you feel like you are “behind” and not making the progress you want to make on progress on your goals, resolutions, or intentions for the new year, I thought I’d share this …
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023 | Are you a Trailblazher? Find out What's Possible for You with Jan and Erin
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Deep within each of us lies the spirit of a Trailblazher — a spark that drives us to innovate, explore, and redefine the boundaries of our lives. In an era that thrives on change and ingenuity, understanding and nurturing our internal Trailblazher traits can lead to a life rich with purpose and passion. Jan and Erin, from Trailblazher Co., delve in…
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14. Listen Now if You Need Some Genuine Encouragement
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On today’s episode, Lana and I are chatting all about encouragement. We are reflecting back on our experience at Art of the Cowgirl and the exercise of encouragement that we had the opportunity to facilitate and therefore witness genuine encouragement being given and received. We touch on what encouragement means to us and the importance of being v…
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022 | Homesteading Through the Eyes of Hadleigh Burch
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In this episode of the Trailblazher Podcast, Hadleigh Burch dives deep into what homesteading means to her and her family and what those skills have opened up for her. Her lifestyle offers insights into the profound joys of living closely with the land. Through her story, we glean a modern interpretation of homesteading and its myriad implications …
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13. February Fatigue: Finding Balance and Beating Burnout
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February is a prime time for burnout. So on today’s episode, Lana and I are going to talk about how we can mitigate some of this overwhelm and prepare the best we can as we head into the month of February. We discuss the added stress that comes with the winter months and the need for intentionality in daily life to prevent feeling overwhelmed. The …
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