Most people wait until they're desperate to make a change - until the health scare, the rock bottom moment, or the crisis that forces their hand. But here's what nobody talks about: changing from desperation is so much harder than changing from inspiration. In this episode, we're exploring the two different drivers of change and why one of them makes everything feel impossible while the other keeps you in control. If you've been stuck in the same patterns - the numbing behaviors, the coping mechanisms, the things you keep doing even though you don't want to - this episode will help you understand why you're still there. We'll talk about what keeps people running in circles for years, and why having a good enough reason to change isn't always enough. The question is: are you going to wait until you have no other choice, or are you ready to change now while it's still easier? Because the difference between those two paths changes everything. Join Vibe Club Book a 1-1 coaching session
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10 - Why You Keep Quitting Your Habits (And How to Make Them Stick)
Struggling to stick to your habits? It's not about discipline or willpower. Here's why you keep quitting habits and the one mindset shift that makes following through effortless. Most people approach habits wrong - chasing streaks, perfection, and arrival points. But habits aren't about self-improvement, they're about self-alignment. When you shift from "I need to do this perfectly" to "this is who I'm becoming," everything changes. In this video I break down: Why habit streaks create pressure that makes you quit The course correction approach to habits (not perfection) How to reconnect to your "why" when habits feel boring The identity shift that makes habits effortless Stop forcing habits. Start aligning with who you want to be. Join Vibe Club
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09 - How To Actually Heal Your Nervous System
You've been trying to calm down by talking to yourself, using logic, and telling yourself you're safe. But no matter how much you reason with yourself, your body stays stuck in stress mode. That's because your nervous system doesn't speak the language of words and thinking—it speaks through sensation and experience. In this episode, we're breaking down why cognitive approaches fail when your body is dysregulated, and what you need to do instead to actually reset your baseline stress levels. You'll learn the specific ways your body learns safety through repetition and sensory feedback, plus three powerful methods you can start using today that don't require meditation, affirmations, or hours of brain retraining. If you've been stuck in a cycle of chronic stress and anxiety, this approach will change everything. Join Vibe Club
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08 - 4 Ways To Challenge Your Negative Self-Talk
Do you ever catch yourself saying cruel things in your head that you'd never say to anyone else? That harsh inner voice might feel automatic, but it's costing you more than you realize. In this episode, we break down why negative self-talk keeps you stuck and how it's directly connected to your eating habits, motivation, and ability to create lasting change. You'll discover that most of what you believe about yourself isn't actually true—it's just a story your brain has been repeating. We explore where this voice comes from, why it feels so convincing, and what happens in your body when those thoughts spiral. This conversation will help you understand that the way you talk to yourself is a choice, and changing it might be the most important relationship work you ever do. Plus, Maggie shares client feedback on the newly updated Vibe Club courses and why addressing the root cause matters more than quick fixes. Join Vibe Club
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07 - The Real Secret to Self-Confidence
Why do some people seem naturally confident while others struggle despite achieving everything they thought would make them feel secure? This episode breaks down the hidden blocks that keep you stuck in self-doubt, even when you've "made it" on paper. We explore how overthinking, people-pleasing, perfectionism, and living in survival mode actually work against building genuine confidence. You'll discover why chasing external achievements for validation creates a cycle that never ends, and how your nervous system plays a bigger role in confidence than you might think. We also dive into the difference between performing confidence and actually feeling it from the inside out. If you've ever wondered why that promotion, weight loss, or relationship didn't give you the confidence boost you expected, this conversation will shift how you think about building unshakeable self-trust. Join Vibe Club
Can't stop overthinking, emotional eating, or numbing out? You're not broken—you're disconnected from your body. The Real Work helps women break chronic stress, anxiety, and burnout by addressing root causes, not symptoms. Host Maggie Sterling combines neuroscience and nervous system regulation to help you stop self-abandonment, build self-trust, and feel safe in your skin. No toxic positivity—just practical tools for rewiring your brain, regulating emotions, and coming home to yourself. Deep transformation for women ready to stop escaping and start living.
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