Next-Level You Podcast

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Sep 2026

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Welcome to Next-Level You Podcast with Stefanie Dingbaum! This podcast is your go-to space for empowering conversations about personal growth, professional development, and stepping into your most authentic, next-level version of yourself. The weekly episodes are packed with mindset shifts, manifestation practices, and actionable strategies for achieving your goals, increasing your confidence, and gaining clarity. Whether you're chasing big dreams, seeking alignment, or ready to up-level your mindset, this podcast will inspire you to raise your energy, embrace your authenticity, and create a life that you're excited to wake up to every day--this is where transformation begins! Let's raise the vibe, unlock your potential, and make your dreams a reality--because your next-level self starts HERE!

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September 29, 2026Episode 14429 min

144. Every Trigger is a Clue & A Data Point

Your triggers are not random. They are mirrors showing you where there is still something to understand, heal, or reclaim. In this episode of Next Level You , Stefanie breaks down the connection between mirroring and triggers , and why certain people, comments, or situations can create a reaction that feels bigger than the moment itself. She explains how other people often reflect back our wounds, insecurities, old patterns, or the parts of ourselves we are actively trying to outgrow. Stefanie shares personal examples of how she has learned to pause, reflect, and ask deeper questions instead of immediately reacting from anger, defensiveness, or hurt. She also makes an important distinction between a trigger that is mirroring something within you, and a trigger that is actually your intuition recognizing disrespect, a crossed boundary, or behavior that needs to be addressed. This episode is a powerful reminder that being triggered does not mean you are failing. It is simply information, and when you learn how to use it, it can become a pathway to more self-awareness, emotional regulation, and growth. In this episode, Stefanie covers: What it really means to be triggered How mirroring shows up in everyday relationships Why your body reacts before your logical mind catches up How to tell the difference between an old wound and a true boundary violation The questions Stefanie asks herself when she feels triggered Why pausing before reacting can protect your peace and your relationships How honest support systems can help you see situations more clearly Let us know what you think! Support the show Join my Email List! Buy Me a Drink! Affiliate Links: Join Sister Circle: Dubuque Chapter or Learn More Here! Select Balance: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) Gloci: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) The Patch Method: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) Kin Euphorics: Affiliate Link Future Self Apparel: www.futureselfapparel.com (Use Code: STEFANIE10) Short Story Box: https://shortstorybox.com/referral/stefaniedingbaum (Your $25 Styling Fee gets waived) Earthley Wellness: https://earthley.com/ref/stefdingbaum/ For First-Time Customers: use code CHOOSENATURAL to enjoy a 10% discount For Returning Customers: use code COMEBACK to receive 10% off your order Connect with Stefanie: Follow me on Instagram: @stefanie.dingbaum Stefanie Dingbaum Clarity Coach...

September 22, 2026Episode 1431 hr 11 min

143. What Happens to Your Nervous System When You Take Therapy Off the Couch

Walk and talk therapy takes the pressure out of healing by getting you out of the chair and back into your body. In this episode of Next Level You , Stefanie sits down with Chellsey Barnett , a licensed mental health counselor and founder of Resilient Mind Counseling & Coaching , to talk all about walk and talk therapy and why it can be such a powerful option for anxious, high-achieving, people-pleasing perfectionists. Chellsey explains how walking side by side in nature can help therapy feel less formal, less intimidating, and more natural, especially for clients who feel uncomfortable sitting face to face in a traditional office setting. Together, Stefanie and Chellsey also talk about the importance of finding a therapist you truly vibe with, normalizing therapy, setting boundaries, and why mental health care works best when it looks at the whole person, not just a diagnosis. This episode is a reminder that therapy does not have to look one specific way. The right support should feel safe, aligned, and personalized to you. In this episode, you’ll hear: What walk and talk therapy is and who it may be best for Why walking side by side can help clients open up more naturally How Chellsey handles privacy and confidentiality during outdoor sessions Why it is okay to “shop around” for the right therapist fit How anxiety can hide behind perfectionism, overthinking, and high achievement Why holistic care matters, including hormones, vitamin levels, movement, and nervous system support The value of therapy that feels direct, real, supportive, and human Connect with Chellsey: Website: https://resilientmindcc.com/ Book a consultation: https://resilientmindcc.janeapp.com/ Psychology Today profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/chellsey-barnett-saint-petersburg-fl/911057 Let us know what you think! Support the show Join my Email List! Buy Me a Drink! Affiliate Links: Join Sister Circle: Dubuque Chapter or Learn More Here! Select Balance: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) Gloci: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) The Patch Method: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) Kin Euphorics: Affiliate Link Future Self Apparel: www.futureselfapparel.com (Use Code: STEFANIE10) Short Story Box: https://shortstorybox.com/referral/stefaniedingbaum (Your $25 Styling Fee gets waived) Earthley Wellness: https://earthley.com/ref/stefdingbaum/ For First-Time Customers: use code CHOOSENATURAL to enjoy a 10% discount For Returning Customers: use code COMEBACK to receive 10% off your order Connect with Stefanie: Follow me on Instagram: @stefanie.dingbaum Stefanie Dingbaum Clarity Coach...

September 15, 2026Episode 14223 min

142. Your Circle is Your Ceiling

Your circle is not a luxury. It is one of the biggest predictors of how far you will grow. In this episode of Next Level You , Stefanie records from Scottsdale after the Powerhouse Women Conference and shares a powerful reminder about the importance of being intentional with the rooms you put yourself in. She explains how your circle shapes your beliefs, habits, energy, mindset, vision, and even the opportunities that become available to you. Stefanie breaks down the two types of rooms every growth-minded woman needs: rooms with like-minded people who help you feel seen, supported, and understood, and rooms with next-level expanders who show you what is possible and stretch your vision for who you are becoming. She shares examples from her own life, including Powerhouse Women, Lori and Chris Harder’s mastermind, and Sister Circle, and how each room has created personal, professional, and financial ROI. This episode is a reminder that you are not meant to grow alone. The people around you can either keep you where you are or help you rise into the next version of yourself. In this episode, Stefanie covers: Why your circle shapes your beliefs, habits, and ceiling The difference between like-minded rooms and next-level rooms Why you need both support and expansion How Powerhouse Women, masterminds, and Sister Circle have impacted Stefanie’s growth The personal, professional, financial, and energetic ROI of intentional community Why investing in the right rooms can change your trajectory over time Challenge: Look at your current circle. Are you surrounded by people at your level, above your level, or both? Ask yourself what room you need to invest in next to support the growth you want. Let us know what you think! Support the show Join my Email List! Buy Me a Drink! Affiliate Links: Join Sister Circle: Dubuque Chapter or Learn More Here! Select Balance: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) Gloci: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) The Patch Method: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) Kin Euphorics: Affiliate Link Future Self Apparel: www.futureselfapparel.com (Use Code: STEFANIE10) Short Story Box: https://shortstorybox.com/referral/stefaniedingbaum (Your $25 Styling Fee gets waived) Earthley Wellness: https://earthley.com/ref/stefdingbaum/ For First-Time Customers: use code CHOOSENATURAL to enjoy a 10% discount For Returning Customers: use code COMEBACK to receive 10% off your order Connect with Stefanie: Follow me on Instagram: @stefanie.dingbaum Stefanie Dingbaum Clarity Coach...

September 8, 2026Episode 14159 min

141. If You Are Not Tired of Talking About Your Business - Then You Aren't Doing It Right

Marketing is not a burden. It is your opportunity to make sure the right people know how you can help them. In this episode of Next Level You , Stefanie sits down with Sarah Taylor , owner of Sarah Taylor Marketing , for a practical and mindset-shifting conversation about marketing, visibility, entrepreneurship, and learning to show up for your business with more confidence. Sarah shares her journey from growing up in an entrepreneurial family, to owning a flower shop for nearly 20 years, to pivoting into marketing coaching after feeling the nudge that it was time for something new. Together, Stefanie and Sarah unpack why so many small business owners make marketing harder than it needs to be, and how the stories you tell yourself about visibility can keep you stuck. Sarah breaks down marketing in a simple, grounded way: knowing your ideal customer, understanding how you help them, and clearly showing how their life changes because of your product or service. They also talk about delegation, investing in support, building your business brain, getting comfortable being the face of your brand, and why repeated messaging matters more than you think. This episode is a reminder that marketing is a non-negotiable as a business owner, but it can also become fun, energizing, and deeply aligned. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why marketing does not have to feel overwhelming How to stop trying to speak to everyone and focus on your ideal customer Why visibility brings up mindset blocks for so many entrepreneurs The importance of showing your face and letting people connect with the human behind the business How simple content, FAQs, behind-the-scenes videos, and process posts can become powerful marketing Why investing in coaching, support, and community can move the needle faster Sarah’s perspective on pivoting, leadership, legacy, and following the nudge before it becomes a “rhino” Connect with Sarah: Website: https://sarahtaylormarketing.com/ Instagram: @sarahtaylormarketing Facebook: Sarah Taylor Marketing Let us know what you think! Support the show Join my Email List! Buy Me a Drink! Affiliate Links: Join Sister Circle: Dubuque Chapter or Learn More Here! Select Balance: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) Gloci: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) The Patch Method: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) Kin Euphorics: Affiliate Link Future Self Apparel: www.futureselfapparel.com (Use Code: STEFANIE10) Short Story Box: https://shortstorybox.com/referral/stefaniedingbaum (Your $25 Styling Fee gets waived) Earthley Wellness: https://earthley.com/ref/stefdingbaum/ For First-Time Customers: use code CHOOSENATURAL to enjoy a 10% discount For Returning Customers: use code COMEBACK to receive 10% off your order Connect with Stefanie: Follow me on Instagram: @stefanie.dingbaum Stefanie Dingbaum Clarity Coach...

September 4, 2026Episode 14019 min

140. The Upgrade Nobody Saw Coming Home With Me

The transformation does not end when you leave the room. It either gets protected, or it gets pulled back into your old environment. In this microdose episode, Stefanie reflects on coming home from her third year at the Powerhouse Women Conference and the disorientation that can happen after a life-changing event. She shares what it feels like to return to normal life as an upgraded version of yourself when the people around you did not witness the conversations, energy, or inner shifts that changed you. Stefanie explains why it can feel lonely to come home after an expansive experience, and why the community you intentionally build afterward determines whether the momentum continues or fades. She talks about being around expanders like Natalie Ellis, Lori Harder, Lindsay Marie, and other women who model what is possible, and how those rooms give you a giant permission slip to become more visible, bold, authentic, and soul-aligned. This episode is a reminder that your circle matters. The people you consistently surround yourself with can either pull you forward or drag you backward, so protecting your energy and your access is part of protecting the upgrade. In this episode, Stefanie covers: What it feels like to come home after a transformational event Why the “upgrade” can feel lonely when others did not witness it How expanders help you step into a bolder version of yourself Why your external reality may need time to catch up with your internal shift How intentional community helps sustain momentum Why protecting who gets access to you protects the transformation Challenge: Think about an event, room, or experience that changed you. What made it hard to hold onto that upgrade afterward? Then ask yourself who in your life helps you protect that version of yourself, and who pulls you back. Let us know what you think! Support the show Join my Email List! Buy Me a Drink! Affiliate Links: Join Sister Circle: Dubuque Chapter or Learn More Here! Select Balance: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) Gloci: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) The Patch Method: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) Kin Euphorics: Affiliate Link Future Self Apparel: www.futureselfapparel.com (Use Code: STEFANIE10) Short Story Box: https://shortstorybox.com/referral/stefaniedingbaum (Your $25 Styling Fee gets waived) Earthley Wellness: https://earthley.com/ref/stefdingbaum/ For First-Time Customers: use code CHOOSENATURAL to enjoy a 10% discount For Returning Customers: use code COMEBACK to receive 10% off your order Connect with Stefanie: Follow me on Instagram: @stefanie.dingbaum Stefanie Dingbaum Clarity Coach...

September 1, 2026Episode 13944 min

139. You Are The Main Character: Start Acting Like It

You are allowed to shine, take up space, and act like the main character of your own life. In this solo episode, Stefanie records from Scottsdale after attending the Powerhouse Women Conference and shares the giant permission slip she wants every woman to give herself: stop playing small. She talks about birthday month energy, main character energy, and why celebrating yourself should not be reserved for one day, one month, or one “acceptable” reason. Stefanie unpacks the conditioning women receive around humility, likability, aging, pride, and not being “too much,” and how that programming keeps women quiet, apologetic, and disconnected from their own joy. She also explains why your confidence may trigger others, why that is not your responsibility to fix, and what can shift when you stop dimming your light. This episode is a reminder that you are the protagonist of your life, and you are allowed to celebrate yourself out loud. In this episode, Stefanie covers: Why women are conditioned to stay small and not celebrate themselves How birthday month energy became a lesson in year-round self-celebration What “main character energy” really means Why your shine may trigger other people’s insecurities How confidence, authenticity, and visibility create more aligned business and relationships Simple ways to start taking up more space now Challenge: Do one thing this week as the main character of your life. Wear the outfit, post the photo, celebrate the win, speak up, or make one decision based on what you truly want. Let us know what you think! Support the show Join my Email List! Buy Me a Drink! Affiliate Links: Join Sister Circle: Dubuque Chapter or Learn More Here! Select Balance: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) Gloci: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) The Patch Method: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) Kin Euphorics: Affiliate Link Future Self Apparel: www.futureselfapparel.com (Use Code: STEFANIE10) Short Story Box: https://shortstorybox.com/referral/stefaniedingbaum (Your $25 Styling Fee gets waived) Earthley Wellness: https://earthley.com/ref/stefdingbaum/ For First-Time Customers: use code CHOOSENATURAL to enjoy a 10% discount For Returning Customers: use code COMEBACK to receive 10% off your order Connect with Stefanie: Follow me on Instagram: @stefanie.dingbaum Stefanie Dingbaum Clarity Coach...

August 28, 2026Episode 13815 min

138. Pivoting Isn't Failing — It's Called Alignment

Pivoting is not a sign that you failed. It is a sign that you are listening to the version of you that exists now. In this microdose episode of Next Level You , Stefanie shares a permission slip every business owner needs to hear: your business is allowed to evolve as you do. She explains why staying committed to an offer, niche, brand, price point, or direction that no longer lights you up is not loyalty, it is misalignment. Stefanie opens up about the pivots she has made in her own businesses, including rebranding the podcast, coming out of the spiritual closet in her private practice, integrating hypnotherapy, Reiki, and Theta Healing, and feeling called to shift her coaching work from one-on-one into a more community-based offer. Each pivot came from listening to her intuition and trusting what felt aligned. This episode is a reminder that a business that does not evolve can become stagnant, and you do not have to defend your growth to anyone. In this episode, Stefanie covers: Why pivoting does not mean you failed How your business naturally evolves as you grow Signs an offer, niche, or direction no longer feels aligned Stefanie’s own business pivots and what prompted them Why raising your prices can be part of honoring your worth How to trust the intuitive nudge that it is time for a change Challenge: Ask yourself: Is there a pivot I have been avoiding? Then give yourself permission to make one aligned change. Let us know what you think! Support the show Join my Email List! Buy Me a Drink! Affiliate Links: Join Sister Circle: Dubuque Chapter or Learn More Here! Select Balance: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) Gloci: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) The Patch Method: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) Kin Euphorics: Affiliate Link Future Self Apparel: www.futureselfapparel.com (Use Code: STEFANIE10) Short Story Box: https://shortstorybox.com/referral/stefaniedingbaum (Your $25 Styling Fee gets waived) Earthley Wellness: https://earthley.com/ref/stefdingbaum/ For First-Time Customers: use code CHOOSENATURAL to enjoy a 10% discount For Returning Customers: use code COMEBACK to receive 10% off your order Connect with Stefanie: Follow me on Instagram: @stefanie.dingbaum Stefanie Dingbaum Clarity Coach...

August 25, 2026Episode 13755 min

137. The Nervous System Shift High-Achieving Women Need

Your nervous system is not meant to run on hustle forever. There is another way to live, lead, receive, and grow. In this episode of Next Level You , Stefanie sits down with Mary Hope , transformation coach and owner of The Spirit Led Way , for a powerful conversation about nervous system regulation, feminine leadership, and learning to operate from alignment instead of constant output. Mary shares how her own journey through high achievement, burnout, substance abuse, panic attacks, and a near-death experience led her to the work she does today helping women entrepreneurs, CEOs, and high-capacity women regulate their nervous systems and live in a more spirit-led way. Together, Stefanie and Mary talk about the patterns so many ambitious women normalize, including always being “on,” rushing, numbing, overgiving, and staying stuck in hustle mode. They unpack why regulation is not just a breathwork session or meditation practice, but a new way of operating, receiving, and leading from your body instead of constantly overriding it. This episode is a reminder that healing and growth do not have to feel heavy all the time. They can become your new normal, your devotion, and even something that feels fun. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why nervous system regulation is a lifestyle, not just a tool How high-achieving women can look successful while feeling completely dysregulated Why receiving is a practice many women need to relearn The difference between discipline and devotion How visualization, affirmations, and repetition help create a new normal Why fear is contagious, but so is being “delulu” in the best way How to move from hustle and disconnection into flow, presence, and alignment Connect with Mary: Instagram: @maryhopecoach Book a nervous system clarity call: https://thespiritledway.com/ Email: maryhopefit@gmail.com Let us know what you think! Support the show Join my Email List! Buy Me a Drink! Affiliate Links: Join Sister Circle: Dubuque Chapter or Learn More Here! Select Balance: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) Gloci: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) The Patch Method: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) Kin Euphorics: Affiliate Link Future Self Apparel: www.futureselfapparel.com (Use Code: STEFANIE10) Short Story Box: https://shortstorybox.com/referral/stefaniedingbaum (Your $25 Styling Fee gets waived) Earthley Wellness: https://earthley.com/ref/stefdingbaum/ For First-Time Customers: use code CHOOSENATURAL to enjoy a 10% discount For Returning Customers: use code COMEBACK to receive 10% off your order Connect with Stefanie: Follow me on Instagram: @stefanie.dingbaum Stefanie Dingbaum Clarity Coach...

August 18, 2026Episode 13639 min

136. Their Comfort Zone Is Not Your Roadmap to Success

You do not need everyone to understand your vision before you go after it. You just need to trust that it was put on your heart for a reason. In this episode, Stefanie shares a powerful reminder about pursuing what truly lights you up, even when other people do not understand it, support it, or see the bigger picture yet. She talks about stepping into new roles, launching new offers, and learning not to let other people’s fear, pride, insecurity, or limiting beliefs dim her own light. Stefanie breaks down why people may feel triggered when you expand, why their discomfort is not your responsibility, and why waiting for outside approval will keep you stuck. This episode is a permission slip to stop playing small, trust your intuition, and move forward with the dreams, projects, launches, and visions that feel deeply aligned. In this episode, Stefanie covers: Why not everyone will understand what lights you up How other people’s fear and insecurity can get projected onto your dreams Why approval should never be a requirement for moving forward How to know when a vision is truly aligned Who to listen to, and who not to listen to What changes in your business, relationships, confidence, and life when you stop dimming your light Let us know what you think! Support the show Join my Email List! Buy Me a Drink! Affiliate Links: Join Sister Circle: Dubuque Chapter or Learn More Here! Select Balance: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) Gloci: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) The Patch Method: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) Kin Euphorics: Affiliate Link Future Self Apparel: www.futureselfapparel.com (Use Code: STEFANIE10) Short Story Box: https://shortstorybox.com/referral/stefaniedingbaum (Your $25 Styling Fee gets waived) Earthley Wellness: https://earthley.com/ref/stefdingbaum/ For First-Time Customers: use code CHOOSENATURAL to enjoy a 10% discount For Returning Customers: use code COMEBACK to receive 10% off your order Connect with Stefanie: Follow me on Instagram: @stefanie.dingbaum Stefanie Dingbaum Clarity Coach...

August 11, 2026Episode 1351 hr 4 min

135. Visibility Is a Confidence Problem, Not a Content Problem

Marketing doesn’t have to feel scripted, pushy, or disconnected from who you are. In this episode of Next Level You , Stefanie sits down with business coach and marketing strategist Lauren Najar to talk about building a business through genuine relationships, intuitive action, and confidence. They explore why sustainable sales begin with real conversations, how keeping small promises to yourself strengthens the way you show up, and why you don’t need to be everywhere online to grow a successful business. Episode Highlights: Why genuine relationships create more sustainable business growth Moving away from rigid sales scripts and forced conversations How to recognize natural opportunities to share your offer Building confidence by keeping small promises to yourself Learning to trust intuitive nudges in business Why discomfort is often a sign of growth Choosing the right social media platform for you Why every business owner needs an email list Using consistent content and Instagram Stories to support sales The power of retreats and intentionally curated business communities Let us know what you think! Support the show Join my Email List! Buy Me a Drink! Affiliate Links: Join Sister Circle: Dubuque Chapter or Learn More Here! Select Balance: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) Gloci: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) The Patch Method: Affiliate Link (You will automatically receive 10% off) Kin Euphorics: Affiliate Link Future Self Apparel: www.futureselfapparel.com (Use Code: STEFANIE10) Short Story Box: https://shortstorybox.com/referral/stefaniedingbaum (Your $25 Styling Fee gets waived) Earthley Wellness: https://earthley.com/ref/stefdingbaum/ For First-Time Customers: use code CHOOSENATURAL to enjoy a 10% discount For Returning Customers: use code COMEBACK to receive 10% off your order Connect with Stefanie: Follow me on Instagram: @stefanie.dingbaum Stefanie Dingbaum Clarity Coach...