Confidence Classic: How to Stay Powerful When Someone Tries to Intimidate You with Heather!

What happens when someone tries to intimidate, bully, or control you? In this episode, I share the lessons I've learned in my life about standing up for yourself, staying calm under pressure, and refusing to let someone else dictate how you respond. I break down how to respond instead of react, speak up when you're being disrespected, and navigate difficult conversations. I also share how to recognize when someone may be threatened by you, address conflict from a place of curiosity, and know when it's time to stop shrinking yourself to fit somewhere you've already outgrown. Tune in to learn how to stay powerful when someone tries to intimidate you. In This Episode, You Will Learn: WHY staying calm can shift the power dynamics in the room. How to respond to BULLYING and DIFFICULT PEOPLE without becoming aggressive. The “I'M CONFUSED” approach I use to open difficult conversations. What I noticed in the room when I was unexpectedly fired after 14 years. WHY reacting gives someone else control, while responding puts you back in charge. How to turn REJECTION INTO REDIRECTION when your old life suddenly falls apart. The importance of curating the PEOPLE AND CONTENT you allow into your world. Why you should STOP SHRINKING TO FIT PLACES YOU'VE OUTGROWN. Check Out Our Sponsors: NetSuite - If your revenues are at least in the seven figures, go to NetSuite.ai/MONAHAN. Momentous - Head to livemomentous.com and use code CONFIDENCE for up to 35% off your entire first order. Square - If you’re ready to sell smarter, run faster, and stress less, right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at square.com/go/confidence. Mindstone - Check out Mindstone today and how it can help you with your business needs when it comes to AI: https://www.mindstone.com/. Brevo - Get started for free today—or use code CONFIDENCE50 to save 50% on Starter and Standard Plans for the first three months of an annual subscription.  Resources + Links Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn

Are you ready to stop playing small, protect your energy, and start showing up as your best self? In this episode, I share why your own “frequency” matters more than you realize and how your environment, relationships, words, activities, and choices can influence the way you feel and show up in the world. I also talk about the role faith has played in strengthening my confidence, why resilience is built through adversity, and how becoming more intentional about what elevates or drains your energy can change your life. Tune in to discover how to protect your energy, raise your frequency, and create more confidence, clarity, and momentum in your life. In This Episode, You Will Learn: The most important frequency you need to start paying attention to. The people, places, activities, and conversations that can raise or lower your energy. Why my faith has become the cornerstone of my confidence. How to recognize when you're operating from a high or low frequency. Ways to shift your energy when you're dealing with stress, negativity, or challenges. Why resilience is built by facing adversity, not avoiding it. How protecting your energy and being intentional about how you show up can change your life. Check Out Our Sponsors: NetSuite - If your revenues are at least in the seven figures, go to NetSuite.ai/MONAHAN. Momentous - Head to livemomentous.com and use code CONFIDENCE for up to 35% off your entire first order. Square - If you’re ready to sell smarter, run faster, and stress less, right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at square.com/go/confidence. Mindstone - Check out Mindstone today and how it can help you with your business needs when it comes to AI: https://www.mindstone.com/. Brevo - Get started for free today—or use code CONFIDENCE50 to save 50% on Starter and Standard Plans for the first three months of an annual subscription.  Resources + Links Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn

Are you holding onto something that’s keeping you from the next level of your life? In this episode, I talk about how letting go of fear, negativity, limiting beliefs, and what's no longer aligned with your purpose can create space for something so much greater. I also share the lessons I took away from my church's 9-year journey, why I believe faith has to be stronger than fear, and how decluttering your physical space can help you create room for new possibilities. Tune in and get ready to let go of what’s no longer serving you, turn your light all the way up, and make room for the greatness that’s waiting for you. In This Episode, You Will Learn: Why holding onto what’s comfortable keeps you from your next level. What letting go of negative people, places, and things can make possible. How creating physical space helps you create space for new possibilities. How acting on your intuition can strengthen your confidence and direction. What it means to live with expectation instead of fear and worry. How to start showing up as the person who is ready for more. Check Out Our Sponsors: NetSuite - If your revenues are at least in the seven figures, go to NetSuite.ai/MONAHAN. Momentous - Head to livemomentous.com and use code CONFIDENCE for up to 35% off your entire first order. Square - If you’re ready to sell smarter, run faster, and stress less, right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at square.com/go/confidence. Mindstone - Check out Mindstone today and how it can help you with your business needs when it comes to AI: https://www.mindstone.com/. Brevo - Get started for free today—or use code CONFIDENCE50 to save 50% on Starter and Standard Plans for the first three months of an annual subscription.  Resources + Links Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn

Are fear, self-doubt, or uncertainty keeping you from making the changes you know you need to make? In this episode, I share why so many of the opportunities, relationships, and breakthroughs you're looking for are waiting on the other side of the fears you've been avoiding. I talk about why gratitude changes your perspective, how self-respect teaches others how to treat you, and why the answers you're searching for are often already inside you. Tune in to discover how releasing fear can open the door to more confidence, deeper joy, and the life you've been waiting to create. In This Episode, You Will Learn: Why setting boundaries teaches people how to treat you. The mindset shift that helps you embrace change instead of fearing it. What happens when you stop letting fear make your decisions. How self-forgiveness can help you build greater confidence. When trusting your inner voice leads to your biggest breakthroughs. The opportunities that appear when you're willing to step outside your comfort zone. What daily habits can help you create more peace, confidence, and joy. Check Out Our Sponsors: NetSuite - If your revenues are at least in the seven figures, go to NetSuite.ai/MONAHAN. Momentous - Head to livemomentous.com and use code CONFIDENCE for up to 35% off your entire first order. Square - If you’re ready to sell smarter, run faster, and stress less, right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at square.com/go/confidence. Mindstone - Check out Mindstone today and how it can help you with your business needs when it comes to AI: https://www.mindstone.com/. Brevo - Get started for free today—or use code CONFIDENCE50 to save 50% on Starter and Standard Plans for the first three months of an annual subscription.  Resources + Links Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn

Do you stay quiet just to avoid conflict, even when you know you should speak up? In this episode, I share the communication tools that have helped me navigate difficult conversations with confidence, from setting boundaries with the people closest to me to respectfully challenging others on national television. I talk about why emotional control is your greatest advantage, how curiosity can turn disagreement into understanding, and why protecting your peace doesn't mean avoiding hard conversations. Tune in to learn how to express yourself with confidence while strengthening, not damaging, your relationships. In This Episode, You Will Learn: Why responding instead of reacting changes every difficult conversation. Ways to communicate your perspective without creating conflict. How curiosity leads to better conversations and stronger relationships. Why setting boundaries protects your confidence and peace. How knowing your goal keeps difficult conversations productive. What emotional control teaches you about confident communication. Communication habits that help people feel heard and respected. When to stand your ground and when to listen with an open mind.  Check Out Our Sponsors: NetSuite - If your revenues are at least in the seven figures, go to NetSuite.ai/MONAHAN. Momentous - Head to livemomentous.com and use code CONFIDENCE for up to 35% off your entire first order. Square - If you’re ready to sell smarter, run faster, and stress less, right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at square.com/go/confidence. Mindstone - Check out Mindstone today and how it can help you with your business needs when it comes to AI: https://www.mindstone.com/. Brevo - Get started for free today—or use code CONFIDENCE50 to save 50% on Starter and Standard Plans for the first three months of an annual subscription.  Resources + Links Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn

What if the life you've been praying for starts with healing the parts of yourself you've been ignoring? In this episode, I sit down with bestselling author, health expert, and performance coach Justin Roethlingshoefer to talk about the connection between healing, faith, and lasting transformation. Justin shares how overcoming an eating disorder and a life-changing health crisis led him to discover that true health starts from the inside out. We also dive into why changing your identity is more powerful than changing your habits, how to quiet the noise so you can hear the wisdom guiding your life, and why healing yourself first allows you to better serve everyone around you. Get ready to rethink what it really means to become healthier, stronger, and more fulfilled.  In This Episode, You Will Learn: Why healing yourself first changes the way you show up for others. Why the wisdom you need is often beneath the noise. The mindset shift that leads to lasting transformation. How faith and science work together to support better health. The SLOW framework for creating space to hear wisdom. Why your greatest struggles show your greatest purpose. Ways to build a healthier body, mind, and spirit. How to create lasting change from the inside out. Check Out Our Sponsors: NetSuite - If your revenues are at least in the seven figures, go to NetSuite.ai/MONAHAN. Momentous - Head to livemomentous.com and use code CONFIDENCE for up to 35% off your entire first order. Square - If you’re ready to sell smarter, run faster, and stress less, right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at square.com/go/confidence. Mindstone - Check out Mindstone today and how it can help you with your business needs when it comes to AI: https://www.mindstone.com/. Brevo - Get started for free today—or use code CONFIDENCE50 to save 50% on Starter and Standard Plans for the first three months of an annual subscription.  Resources + Links Get your copy of Justin Roethlingshoefer's book: Holy Health Habits and Rhythms to Heal Your Body and Transform Your Life HERELearn more about Justin Roethlingshoefer: https://justinroethlingshoefer.com/ Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn Justin on Instagram & LinkedIn

Have you ever felt like you're trying too hard to make things happen? I've learned that the biggest opportunities in my life showed up when I stopped trying to be someone else, trusted myself, and took messy action anyway. In this episode, I share the mindset shifts that helped me rebuild my life after getting fired, attract incredible opportunities, and discover my true purpose. Get ready to raise your frequency, embrace your authentic self, and create the momentum that attracts the right people, opportunities, and success.  In This Episode, You Will Learn: Why being yourself attracts the right people and opportunities. How your mindset influences the opportunities you attract. Why messy action creates more success than waiting for certainty. How letting go of toxic people and negative environments creates space for new opportunities. Why confidence grows through consistent practice. How to recognize signs that you're moving in the right direction. The value of doing your own work instead of waiting for shortcuts. Check Out Our Sponsors: NetSuite - If your revenues are at least in the seven figures, go to NetSuite.ai/MONAHAN. Momentous - Head to livemomentous.com and use code CONFIDENCE for up to 35% off your entire first order. Square - If you’re ready to sell smarter, run faster, and stress less, right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at square.com/go/confidence. Mindstone - Check out Mindstone today and how it can help you with your business needs when it comes to AI: https://www.mindstone.com/. Brevo - Get started for free today—or use code CONFIDENCE50 to save 50% on Starter and Standard Plans for the first three months of an annual subscription.  Resources + Links Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn

What do you do when everything seems to go wrong at once? In this episode, I share the mindset shifts that helped me navigate one unexpected challenge after another, from technical obstacles before a major keynote to a family emergency that completely changed my plans. I also break down why staying focused on solutions instead of setbacks changes everything, how asking the right people for help saves you time and stress, and why some of your biggest opportunities are hiding inside life's most frustrating moments. Get ready to approach challenges with more confidence, resilience, and perspective. In This Episode, You Will Learn: Why staying focused on solutions changes every outcome. The power of asking for help from the right people. Why competence builds lasting confidence. How unexpected setbacks can become your biggest opportunities. The hidden cost of holding onto old assumptions. Why positive feedback can fuel your confidence. How to find new opportunities within challenges. Why you don't have to solve every problem on your own. Check Out Our Sponsors: NetSuite - If your revenues are at least in the seven figures, go to NetSuite.ai/MONAHAN. Momentous - Head to livemomentous.com and use code CONFIDENCE for up to 35% off your entire first order. Square - If you’re ready to sell smarter, run faster, and stress less, right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at square.com/go/confidence. Mindstone - Check out Mindstone today and how it can help you with your business needs when it comes to AI: https://www.mindstone.com/. Brevo - Get started for free today—or use code CONFIDENCE50 to save 50% on Starter and Standard Plans for the first three months of an annual subscription.  Resources + Links Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn

What if uncertainty isn't something to fear, but something to embrace? In this episode, I share how learning to let go of the need for certainty has helped me navigate unexpected challenges, make better decisions, and create opportunities I never saw coming. I also talk about why worrying steals your peace, how to set healthy boundaries without guilt, and ways to build confidence in your career, relationships, and everyday life. Get ready to stop fearing the unknown and start seeing uncertainty as the beginning of something even better. In This Episode, You Will Learn: Why uncertainty can become your greatest opportunity. The mindset that helps you worry less and trust more. Simple ways to set boundaries without feeling guilty. How to build confidence through intentional choices. What confident people do differently in difficult situations. Why one "yes" is all it takes to change your life. How I learned to embrace uncertainty instead of fearing it. 3 ways to say no without apologizing. My advice for overcoming stress before interviews and big opportunities. Check Out Our Sponsors: NetSuite - If your revenues are at least in the seven figures, go to NetSuite.ai/MONAHAN. Zazzle - Save 25% on your first order at zazzle.com. Wealthfront - Join over a million people already building wealth with confidence. Head to wealthfront.com/confidence to get started. Terms and conditions apply. Momentous - Head to livemomentous.com and use code CONFIDENCE for up to 35% off your entire first order. Mindstone - Check out Mindstone today and how it can help you with your business needs when it comes to AI: https://www.mindstone.com/ Resources + Links Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn This experience may not be representative of other Wealthfront clients, and there is no guarantee of future performance or success. Experiences will vary. Heather Monahan and the Creating Confidence podcast (collectively "Media Partner") are not clients of Wealthfront. The Media Partner receives cash compensation from Wealthfront Brokerage for this paid endorsement placed in their podcast, creating a conflict of interest. More details available via the referral link. The Direct Deposit Plus Investing Program from Wealthfront Advisers LLC and Wealthfront Brokerage LLC provides eligible clients a 0.25% APY increase above the base APY on eligible Cash Account balances (up to an overall boosted rate of 4.30% for a limited time when including the three month 0.75% APY boost for new clients) when you direct deposit $1,000 a month, plus open, fund, and maintain an investing account. Wealthfront may change or end the program at any time and determine eligibility at its discretion. Terms apply. Full details at wealthfront.com/promo-terms. The Cash Account, which is not a deposit account, is offered by Wealthfront Brokerage LLC, member FINRA/SIPC.  Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. The base APY is 3.30% on cash deposits as of January 30, 2026, is representative, subject to change, and requires no minimum. Funds in the Cash Account are swept to program banks, where it earns the variable APY. Same-day withdrawal or instant payment transfers may be limited by destination institutions, daily transaction caps, and by participating entities such as Wells Fargo, the RTP® Network, and FedNow® Service. New Cash Account deposits are subject to a 2-4 day holding period before becoming available for transfer. Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Securities investments are not bank deposits, bank-guaranteed or FDIC-insured, and may lose value. Investment advisory services are provided by Wealthfront Advisers LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser.

Are the people around you helping you grow or holding you back? In this episode, I share why removing negativity from your life is one of the most powerful decisions you can make. After attending an intimate leadership event with John Maxwell, I realized just how much the right environment, meaningful relationships, and a willingness to step into uncomfortable situations can transform your confidence and your future. I also share lessons on finding solutions instead of focusing on problems, embracing vulnerability, and surrounding yourself with people who challenge you to become your best. Get ready to clear space for better relationships, bigger opportunities, and the next level of your life.  In This Episode, You Will Learn: Why attending a John Maxwell leadership event changed the way I think about growth. The impact of replacing negative relationships with supportive ones. A reminder that you haven't met all the people who will change your life. Why getting in the room creates opportunities that can't happen online. Leadership lessons I learned from watching John Maxwell up close. Why success doesn't have to look like anyone else's version. The mindset and practices shared by high-performing leaders. How a community helps you grow faster than trying to do everything alone. Check Out Our Sponsors: NetSuite - If your revenues are at least in the seven figures, go to NetSuite.ai/MONAHAN. Zazzle - Save 25% on your first order at zazzle.com. Wealthfront - Join over a million people already building wealth with confidence. Head to wealthfront.com/confidence to get started. Terms and conditions apply. Momentous - Head to livemomentous.com and use code CONFIDENCE for up to 35% off your entire first order. Mindstone - Check out Mindstone today and how it can help you with your business needs when it comes to AI: https://www.mindstone.com/ Resources + Links Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn This experience may not be representative of other Wealthfront clients, and there is no guarantee of future performance or success. Experiences will vary. Heather Monahan and the Creating Confidence podcast (collectively "Media Partner") are not clients of Wealthfront. The Media Partner receives cash compensation from Wealthfront Brokerage for this paid endorsement placed in their podcast, creating a conflict of interest. More details available via the referral link. The Direct Deposit Plus Investing Program from Wealthfront Advisers LLC and Wealthfront Brokerage LLC provides eligible clients a 0.25% APY increase above the base APY on eligible Cash Account balances (up to an overall boosted rate of 4.30% for a limited time when including the three month 0.75% APY boost for new clients) when you direct deposit $1,000 a month, plus open, fund, and maintain an investing account. Wealthfront may change or end the program at any time and determine eligibility at its discretion. Terms apply. Full details at wealthfront.com/promo-terms. The Cash Account, which is not a deposit account, is offered by Wealthfront Brokerage LLC, member FINRA/SIPC.  Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. The base APY is 3.30% on cash deposits as of January 30, 2026, is representative, subject to change, and requires no minimum. Funds in the Cash Account are swept to program banks, where it earns the variable APY. Same-day withdrawal or instant payment transfers may be limited by destination institutions, daily transaction caps, and by participating entities such as Wells Fargo, the RTP® Network, and FedNow® Service. New Cash Account deposits are subject to a 2-4 day holding period before becoming available for transfer. Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Securities investments are not bank deposits, bank-guaranteed or FDIC-insured, and may lose value. Investment advisory services are provided by Wealthfront Advisers LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser.