What is Intentional Thinking with Pete Cohen
Let’s get real—this is one of the most honest and freeing conversations I’ve had, not just with myself, but with someone who truly gets it. In this episode, I’m joined by Pete Cohen, keynote speaker, author, and internationally renowned coach with over 30 years of experience helping people and organizations move from simply surviving to fully thriving. Pete has coached Olympic champions, corporate leaders, and some of the most high-performing individuals in the world. In this episode, he brings his signature blend of wisdom, clarity, and radical encouragement to our conversation about intentional thinking, identity, and creating a life that feels deeply aligned. I’m also opening up about why I took a pause from this podcast—not because I was burned out, but because I felt deeply called to slow down, get quiet, and listen to what my life was trying to tell me. That space gave me the clarity I didn’t know I was missing—and it’s reshaping everything, from my business model to how I define success. Pete and I also talk about the very human experience of navigating transitions—the messy middle between who you’ve been and who you’re becoming—and how intentional thinking can be a grounding force in that process. This is a heart-led conversation about doing business, motherhood, creativity, and life differently. More honestly. More freely. More aligned. In this episode, you’ll learn: [03:15] | Why I Took a Step Back from the Podcast I talk about the intuitive pause I felt called to take, how it led to a powerful reset, and why those quieter seasons can be the most transformational. [06:40] | The Real Reason I’m Restructuring My Business I open up about what burnout taught me about hustle culture, my own limits, and the importance of honoring the season I’m in. [10:25] | Embracing Ease Without Losing Momentum I’m learning to lead with more softness, stillness, and self-trust—and I share how that’s showing up in both my life and business right now. [15:30] | What Happens When You Release Control This part gets vulnerable: the magic (and discomfort) of surrendering outcomes, and why that surrender has been essential to my growth. [21:10] | A New Way to Think About Productivity I’m redefining what it means to “get things done”—without pushing, proving, or performing. [28:00] | How My Business Model Was Draining Me I realized my current structure no longer fits who I am. I share the bold shifts I’m making to create more freedom, flow, and alignment. [34:45] | The Power of Full Presence in Motherhood and Entrepreneurship I reflect on what I’m learning about being with what is—instead of holding onto what was or rushing into what’s next. [40:15] | Reconnecting to Creativity and Content From a Place of Authenticity When my voice went quiet, I had to learn how to stop forcing content. I talk about how I’m reigniting my creativity from a deeper, truer place. [47:05] | What’s Next for the Brand and Community I give you a behind-the-scenes look at what’s evolving—from new offers to the ways I want to serve with even more depth and intention. Connect with me on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/_samanthahearne_/ Connect with Pete Cohen here: https://www.petecohen.com/ Join The Bulletproof Experience Membership here: https://www.samanthahearneproducts.com/Bulletproof
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