Operational Harmony: Balancing Business & Mental WellbeingWelcome to Operational Harmony, the podcast where we bridge the gap between entrepreneurial success and mental wellbeing. Hosted by a solopreneur who understands the unique challenges of juggling business growth and personal health, this show is your go-to resource for practical advice and heartfelt support.
In each episode, we dive into essential tips and information for entrepreneurs and solopreneurs, tackling the specific challenges you face when working alone or with a small team. Our unique format splits each episode into two halves: one focusing on business strategies and the other on mental wellbeing, changing your approach to your personal and professional life.
We cater specifically to entrepreneurs and solopreneurs who are eager to optimize their business practices while maintaining a healthy mind. Whether you're looking for strategic advice or ways to handle stress, this podcast is designed for you.
With a versatile format, our episodes include:
Unlike other podcasts that separate business and mental health, Operational Harmony integrates both, recognizing that over 70% of entrepreneurs face mental health challenges. We bring these topics closer together, providing a balanced perspective that’s often missing in the market.
Our guest speakers, who vary in expertise from mental health professionals to seasoned business leaders, bring valuable insights tailored to the topics at hand. While we aim to feature high-profile guests, our primary focus is on delivering content that resonates with and supports our listeners. While I strive to maintain a balanced and respectful dialogue, some guests may present thoughts, teachings, and ideas that I may not fully agree with. However, I welcome them to share their perspectives, as they have the potential to resonate with and help someone out there.
Inspired by personal experience, this podcast was born out of a desire to let fellow solopreneurs know they’re not alone. Sharing struggles and strategies from both personal and professional realms, we aim to create a supportive community where listeners can find solace and strength.
Our mission is to ensure that you know you’re not alone in your journey. We hope to impart coping skills and practical advice that help you identify and solve problems swiftly, ultimately leading to a more balanced life and business.
Join our Discord community for ongoing support, access to downloadable guides, and comprehensive show notes for every episode. Engage with like-minded individuals and find the resources you need to thrive.
Stay connected with us on all major social media platforms (except Twitter) @nikkisoffice, including a video version on YouTube, and subscribe to our newsletter for updates on new episodes and special content.
Tune in to Operational Harmony, where we balance the scales between business success and mental wellbeing, one episode at a time.
Operational Harmony: Balancing Business & Mental WellbeingWelcome to Operational Harmony, the podcast where we bridge the gap between entrepreneurial success and mental wellbeing. Hosted by a solopreneur who understands the unique challenges of juggling business growth and personal health, this show is your go-to resource for practical advice and heartfelt support.
In each episode, we dive into essential tips and information for entrepreneurs and solopreneurs, tackling the specific challenges you face when working alone or with a small team. Our unique format splits each episode into two halves: one focusing on business strategies and the other on mental wellbeing, changing your approach to your personal and professional life.
We cater specifically to entrepreneurs and solopreneurs who are eager to optimize their business practices while maintaining a healthy mind. Whether you're looking for strategic advice or ways to handle stress, this podcast is designed for you.
With a versatile format, our episodes include:
Unlike other podcasts that separate business and mental health, Operational Harmony integrates both, recognizing that over 70% of entrepreneurs face mental health challenges. We bring these topics closer together, providing a balanced perspective that’s often missing in the market.
Our guest speakers, who vary in expertise from mental health professionals to seasoned business leaders, bring valuable insights tailored to the topics at hand. While we aim to feature high-profile guests, our primary focus is on delivering content that resonates with and supports our listeners. While I strive to maintain a balanced and respectful dialogue, some guests may present thoughts, teachings, and ideas that I may not fully agree with. However, I welcome them to share their perspectives, as they have the potential to resonate with and help someone out there.
Inspired by personal experience, this podcast was born out of a desire to let fellow solopreneurs know they’re not alone. Sharing struggles and strategies from both personal and professional realms, we aim to create a supportive community where listeners can find solace and strength.
Our mission is to ensure that you know you’re not alone in your journey. We hope to impart coping skills and practical advice that help you identify and solve problems swiftly, ultimately leading to a more balanced life and business.
Join our Discord community for ongoing support, access to downloadable guides, and comprehensive show notes for every episode. Engage with like-minded individuals and find the resources you need to thrive.
Stay connected with us on all major social media platforms (except Twitter) @nikkisoffice, including a video version on YouTube, and subscribe to our newsletter for updates on new episodes and special content.
Tune in to Operational Harmony, where we balance the scales between business success and mental wellbeing, one episode at a time.
00:00–02:00
Bronwyn shares her background as a therapist, her podcast on anger, and her personal mental health journey that led her into the field.
02:00–05:30
How untreated, dissociated anger connects to depression, anxiety, panic, OCD, and physical symptoms like migraines, gut issues, and autoimmune conditions.
05:30–08:30
Anger as a feedback system, not a flaw. Why anger signals unmet needs and boundary violations rather than something to suppress or control.
08:30–11:30
Why “anger management” and forced calming techniques can be harmful when the root cause is relational or systemic harm.
11:30–14:30
Childhood trauma, narcissistic behavior, DARVO, and how gaslighting keeps people trapped in self-doubt and shame.
14:30–19:30
A guided inner-child and shame-release exercise, how the body stores trauma, and why shame lives in the gut.
19:30–23:00
Why expressing anger through words heals more effectively than physical release like punching pillows or rage rooms.
23:00–27:00
Writing letters you never send, safety considerations, and when documentation matters for clarity and self-trust.
27:00–31:00
Workplace anger, power dynamics, and why documenting patterns protects mental health and credibility.
31:00–36:00
Boundaries versus accountability, knowing when to speak up, document, disengage, or escalate.
36:00–42:00
Real-life examples of anger handled with clarity, validation, humor, and grounded communication.
42:00–End
Reframing anger as self-respect, how healing your relationship with anger heals your relationship with yourself.
When strategy isn’t the problem, trauma often is. Brainspotting practitioner Jennie Hays explains why entrepreneurs get stuck even when they know exactly what to do, how the body stores unresolved trauma, and how removing emotional landmines creates real momentum. If willpower hasn’t worked, this conversation matters.
Website: https://jenniehays.com/brainspotting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennieshealthsolution LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniehays/ Alignable: https://www.alignable.com/moulton-tx/beyond-mindset-with-jennie-hays Email: jennie@jenniehays.com
Decluttering coach Julie Coraccio joins Nikki to talk about how clutter goes far beyond our closets. From emotional baggage to digital overload, Julie shares the real cost of clutter and how clearing space, both physically and mentally, creates peace, energy, and healing.
https://reawakenyourbrilliance.com/ https://declutteryourlife.etsy.com https://www.facebook.com/ReawakenYourBrilliance https://www.instagram.com/reawakenyourbrilliance/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliescoraccio/ https://www.youtube.com/user/SeibertRadio?feature=watch
Terry Tucker has faced 13 years of cancer, multiple amputations, and ongoing treatment—but his message is one of resilience, purpose, and control. In this raw and honest conversation, Nikki and Terry unpack the mental side of surviving hardship, why pain can be a teacher, and how the right mindset can turn any struggle into strength.
Motivational Check Website: https://www.motivationalcheck.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-tucker-9b5605179/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motivationalcheck X (Twitter): https://mobile.twitter.com/terrytucker2012 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainableexcellenceauthor/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl2CUA6R1zP2ZcjzhzGKWkQ
Kim Keane joins to unpack burnout, trauma, and the myth of “quick healing.” She and Nikki get real about invisible beliefs, emotional needs, and why self-work takes courage and consistency. Together, they bridge the space between mindset, energy, and real-world action.
Website - www.kimkeane.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kimvkeane/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kimvkeane YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@kimvkeane Email - kim@kimkeane.com
Holistic healer Linda Dieffenbach joins Nikki to unpack real self-care — not the spa-day kind, the survival kind. Together they explore anger, resilience, and the hard truth about boundaries and burnout. Healing begins when you choose yourself, not when everything collapses.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindadieffenbach https://www.linkedin.com/company/wellness-in-harmony-llc/ BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/lindadieffenbach.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/linda.dieffenbach.5 https://www.facebook.com/WellnessInHarmony https://www.facebook.com/groups/wellnessinharmony Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnessinharmony/ https://www.instagram.com/theempoweredgoddesstribe/ The Wellness Universe: https://www.thewellnessuniverse.com/world-changers/lindadieffenbach/
Karl Dakin, “The Capital Coach,” joins to unpack the matchmaking dance between innovators and investors—and why readiness is key to funding. Then Nikki dives into real talk about mental health access without insurance, from clinics to telehealth, and why having a therapist matters more than perfection.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/karldakin/ https://www.facebook.com/karl.dakin/ https://www.youtube.com/@MotivatedMoneyPodcast
A grounded talk with certified organizer Miriam Ortiz y Pino on creating systems that actually fit your life, not Pinterest. We walk through her five-step framework, the home-work-spirit Venn, and why routines protect your energy. Then we shift to recognizing and managing emotional triggers with honest, practical tools that build safety and self-trust. Listen for habits that hold you, not control you.
https://www.facebook.com/morethanorganized/ https://www.instagram.com/moypmto/ https://www.youtube.com/user/MorethanOrganized https://www.linkedin.com/in/miriamortizypino/ https://www.pinterest.com/moypmto
Scientist and inventor Dr. Rob Yonover joins to talk about survival — in science, business, and love. From creating a military rescue device to caring for his paralyzed wife for 19 years, Rob’s story is one of resourcefulness, resilience, and heart. A grounded conversation about chaos, clarity, and how to keep going when life doesn’t play fair.
SeeRescueStreamer.com Facebook, Instagram: RobYonover LinkedIn DrRobertYonover Amazon books: Caregiver’s Survival Guide, Hardcoe Health, Hardcore Inventing, Brainstorm Islands (children’s book)
Burnout isn’t a badge. Career and stress coach Dr. Jaime Reza joins Nikki to talk boundaries that hold, why procrastination is a stress signal, and how to delegate so you can work on your business, not in it. We cover HR realities, on-call pay, weekly reset blocks, and Jaime’s Rule of Threes for movement and travel. Listen for practical ways to protect your energy and grow sustainably.
Website: www.rainbowcareercoaching.com Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/findingtheunicorninyou Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089604794211 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-gabriel-raygoza/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rainbowcareercoaching Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rainbowcareercoaching Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=4WVhQGkAAAAJ&hl=en&authuser=1&oi=ao
Allison Steinke, a holistic nutritionist and health coach, shares her journey of starting over after leaving an abusive marriage while raising 11 children. She opens up about shifting from copywriting back to coaching, reframing mindset, and learning to embrace authenticity in business and health. We also discuss balancing energy vs. time management, social drains, and finding strength in healing and self-worth.
hopeswhispers.ca https://www.instagram.com/hopeswhispers/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/allison-steinke-/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564662899225
Sam Morrison, founder of Safe Park Connections, shares her powerful healing story after leaving an abusive marriage and how she built a global community for women to create lives they love. She explains her “Overflow Effect” approach to self-love, daily gratitude practices, and the importance of authentic connection. We also dive into how she and Nikki use AI responsibly in business, from content creation to book writing.
instagram.com/safeheartconnections https://www.youtube.com/@sammorrisonwilson skool.com/safeheartconnections SafeHeartConnections.com
Sales coach Andee Hart joins Nikki to tackle the myths of “Boss Babe” culture, share honest sales strategies, and explore the mental resilience needed to thrive in business. From calling out hustle hype to sharing personal therapy journeys, they dive into trust, boundaries, and the value of integrity in entrepreneurship. A candid talk blending business insight with real mental health conversations.
Website: https://andeehart.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andeehart/ Hart Design Co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hartdesignco/ Andee’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andeehart/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/shesellsdifferently/ Podcast: She Sells Differently https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/she-sells-differently-authentic-selling-business-growth/id1731402504
Jeremy Howell, business and lifestyle coach, reveals how small shifts can create massive change. From the 1% Rule and 3D Blueprint to building systems that free you from daily grind, Jeremy shares how to design the life you actually want. Discover why most networking fails, how to flip fixed mindsets, and why imperfect action beats perfection every time.
https://facebook.com/jeremy.howell.965
Author and coach Judy Wilkins Smith joins us to explore emotional DNA—how family patterns shape our thoughts, choices, and well-being. We discuss inherited beliefs, how to transform stuck systems, and the importance of kindness in mental health. Judy explains how understanding genealogy can lead to powerful healing and change. Plus, Nikki shares personal stories of rebuilding after mental health collapse.
Website: https://judywilkins-smith.com/ Social Media Links: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/judywilkinssmith/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/judywilkinssmith • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judywilkinssmith/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2deofVCmw7Fxdq866SpJbQ
Shane Laufman, creator of the FQ3C model, joins Nikki to challenge common motivational advice and explore what it really takes to make lasting progress. They discuss toxic relationships, behavioral tracking, and why SMART goals fall short. Shane shares how his achievement model helps individuals and professionals alike measure change, build clarity, and remove obstacles—especially emotional vampires.
What do worms and laughter have in common? For Cathy Nesbitt, they’re both part of a life-changing journey. Cathy shares how she built a business around vermicomposting despite resistance, and how laughter wellness became her way of healing burnout and helping others feel better too. This is an uplifting episode about purpose, persistence, and giving yourself permission to be different. We talk mental health, misunderstood missions, and the power of joy in business and life.
https://www.cathyscomposters.com/ https://www.cathysclub.com/ https://www.cathyssprouters.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathynesbitt/ https://www.youtube.com/@CathyLaughter
Author Brownell Landrum joins Nikki to talk about her creative guide The Hero’s Playbook, a tool that blends storytelling with self-reflection. They discuss what makes someone a hero, how flawed characters reflect real growth, and the power of writing through trauma. This episode touches on mental health, trust, personal evolution, and even metaphysical guidance—all with humor, honesty, and heart.
https://brownelllandrum.com/ https://www.facebook.com/brownell.landrum.author https://www.instagram.com/brownelllandrum/ https://www.tiktok.com/@brownell.landrum https://www.youtube.com/@brownell.landrum The Hero’s Playbook on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/1947102303 Brownell’s We Meet Again trilogy on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCL2NR6W/ Link to download “The End: A Love Story to the Universe” by Brownell Landrum for FREE https://dl.bookfunnel.com/a4s6x8lwk5
Jennifer Fidder joins Nikki to talk about how hypnosis helps entrepreneurs move past fear, perfectionism, and imposter syndrome. They unpack how the subconscious mind keeps us "safe" through procrastination, how trauma shapes mental patterns, and how mindset work is essential for business success. This powerful episode blends practical insight with deeply personal stories.
https://www.jenniferfidder.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-fidder-coaching https://www.instagram.com/jenniferfiddercoaching
Alan Kaplan shares his journey from burnout in a high-pressure law career to building an 8-figure e-commerce business—and the emotional and physical toll it took along the way. We discuss his flex-time staffing solution, the reality of middle management dysfunction, and how ignoring his health nearly cost him everything. This is a raw, honest episode about business growth, boundaries, and recovery.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/allenkaplun/ https://www.facebook.com/allen.kaplun