When Progress Feels Slow: How to Keep Going Toward What You Want

In this episode, I break down why your progress towards your goals and desires can feel slow at the end of the year—even when you’ve been trying, growing, and taking the necessary steps.I explore the two very different conversations women tend to have with themselves when the things they expected or wanted to happen have not taken place yet.One is the honest, data-driven look at what may have been missing—clarity, belief, direction, or support. The other is a more grounded, self-led perspective that asks a deeper question: Who am I becoming in the process of wanting this?You’ll hear why stalled progress isn’t usually a motivation problem—and why giving up often comes from misunderstanding what real change actually requires. I share how I personally continue toward my own goals using the Well Made Woman process, and why I see it not as a finish-line mentality, but as a way of life.This episode is for the woman who doesn’t want to abandon what she wants—but also doesn’t want to relate to her goals through pressure, shame, or blaming others.If you’ve been wondering whether you missed something… or whether you’re simply still in the middle of becoming—this conversation will help you see your progress more clearly and decide how you want to move forward.And if you'd like to join us inside Your Well Made Woman Year 2026, here's the link:https://drchavonne.com/wmwy2026/And to join the full Well Made Woman Program, go here: https://drchavonne.com/wmw/

In this follow-up to last week’s episode, I’m sharing my side of A God Move—the powerful story my husband told about a life-changing encounter with a total stranger.In this conversation, I open up about what was happening in my own world at that time, why his experience felt like divine confirmation, and how it represented an immediate answered prayer.This moment reminded me that nothing in life is random. Even when you can’t see how things are coming together, God is already working for your good.If you’ve been waiting for a sign that hope is not lost—this episode will speak to your heart and strengthen your faith that it all truly works out for you.

Today we’re celebrating 300 episodes of the podcast, and this conversation feels like one of the most meaningful ones I’ve ever shared.In this episode, I’m taking you inside my own marriage to tell you a story that changed everything — one I call a God Move. It’s a story of divine timing, healing, and how God can use the most unexpected people and moments to remind us that He sees us, He hears us, and He’s always working for our good.You’ll hear my husband share his own life-changing encounter — how a complete stranger spoke words that shifted how he saw himself as a man and as a partner.The first time I heard him tell it, I cried for hours. It was that powerful.Listen in to hear this story directly from him — and then come back next week when I’ll break down exactly why I call this a God Move, and what it revealed to me about love, faith, and transformation inside marriage.

In this episode, we’re unpacking what boundaries actually are (and what they’re not), why so many people only try to set them when they’re angry, and how to create limits that honor both you and the people you love.You’ll learn how to:Tell the difference between a request, an ultimatum, and a true boundarySet boundaries that feel loving, grounded, and guilt-freeStay calm and self-honoring even when others don’t like your new limitsNavigate the messy middle between people-pleasing and self-protectionIf you’ve ever wondered how to protect your peace without losing connection—this conversation will show you how to do it with grace, strength, and self-trust.To join Marriage Coach Monday's Dial: 669-274-9890And for more about The Well Made Woman, go here: https://drchavonne.com/wmw/

If you’ve ever found yourself overthinking what to say, replaying conversations in your head, or holding back your true opinion because you’re worried about how others might react — this episode is for you.We’re diving into the subtle and obvious ways the need for approval quietly runs your life — from how you spend your money to the decisions you make, and even how much joy you allow yourself to feel.You’ll discover:How your desire to belong and be accepted can keep you stuck in patterns of self-abandonmentThe real reason you care so much about what others think (hint: it’s about safety, not weakness)What it looks like to care more about your own opinion than anyone else’s — without guilt, rebellion, or fearSimple, doable ways to start listening to your inner authority and take action from a place of worthIf you’re tired of second-guessing yourself or shrinking your desires to make other people comfortable, this conversation will show you a different way — one where you belong to yourself first.It’s time to stop seeking permission and start living in alignment with who you really are.If you’re listening to this and something inside you feels ready — ready to stop overthinking, ready to stop performing, ready to start trusting yourself again — this is your moment. The Well Made Woman is open for enrollment. This program will support you in build the kind of self-trust, emotional resilience, and inner authority that makes your life so much easier and more peaceful. Learn more here: https://drchavonne.com/wmw/

What if your worth wasn’t something you had to earn—but something you already are?In this episode, we explore what it truly means to live from the truth that your existence makes you worthy—and how that truth can transform what you allow yourself to receive - in life, marriage and your relationships.Worthiness isn’t just a belief; it’s a daily practice. It’s the sacred recognition that your needs, wants, and desires aren’t indulgent—they’re valid expressions of a life and love that’s meant to feel good.Inside, we explore:How early conditioning teaches you to question your valueWhat shifts when you stop trying to prove your worth and start embodying itThe mindset and practices that help you receive with confidence and graceIf you’ve ever felt like no matter how much you do, it never feels like enough—this conversation will help you come home to yourself and the innate worth that’s been there all along.Also mentioned in this episode: The Well Made Woman is open for enrollment for our 2026 group. If you are ready to master self-worth, and many other pillars to elevating the way you life your life, I invite you to join us this round. You can learn more here: https://drchavonne.com/wmw/

Today’s episode is a special one — because instead of just hearing from me, you’ll get to hear directly from one of the women inside The Well Made Woman program.She’s going to pull back the curtain on what really happens when you commit to your own growth — the fears that come up, the shifts that surprised her, the internal upgrades she didn’t even know she needed, and how she now thinks, feels, and moves through her life differently.We talk about…What made coaching finally work for her after multiple attempts in other programsThe mindset blocks she had around investing in herself again — and what pushed her over the lineHow the tools received inside The Well Made Woman made this work finally stickHow she followed through, even when she doubted she wouldWhat it actually feels like to become the Well Made Woman in your own life — not just in your journal, but in your marriage, your decisions, and your self-conceptIf you’ve been curious about The Well Made Woman, or you’ve felt the nudge to invest in your growth but haven’t fully said yes yet… this episode will either confirm what you're already feeling — or shift something inside you that you didn’t even realize was blocking you.And for more information on The Well Made Woman and how you can join for 2026, visit my website here: https://drchavonne.com/wmw/

In this episode, we’re exploring what I call The Way of the Well-Made Woman —the mindset, energy, and emotional maturity that separate the woman who’s constantly reacting to life from the woman who leads herself through it with peace, power, and grace.This episode is for the woman, who has a voice inside saying: “I don’t want to keep living this way.”Not because everything is falling apart — but because how she feels inside no longer matches the woman she knows she’s meant to be.The Way of the Well-Made Woman is how you bridge that gap.It’s how you start experiencing your life — and yourself — differently.In this conversation, I’ll share three distinctions that define a self-led woman — the ways she thinks, chooses, and responds that change everything.You’ll walk away with reflection questions and practices to help you live with more gratitude, confidence, and grounded calm — starting today.If you’re ready to stop running on autopilot and start leading yourself with intention, this is your invitation.And to learn more about my signature program, The Well Made Woman, visit my website here: https://drchavonne.com/wmw/

In this episode, we’re having an honest conversation no one else in your life probably will — about the subtle, everyday ways we create our own suffering, and how to gently pull yourself out of that negative spiral.You’ll learn how to:Spot the stories your mind automatically tells you — and understand where they really come fromChoose thoughts that open the door to growth, self-love, and peaceAnd rewire your reactions so you stop repeating old emotional patterns that keep you stuckThis isn’t about toxic positivity or pretending everything’s fine.It’s about reclaiming your emotional power — learning to see yourself and your life through a lens that brings healing instead of hurt.If you’re ready to feel lighter, calmer, and more in charge of how you experience your life, this one’s for you.Also mentioned in this episode: The Well Made Woman: Lead Your Life Masterclass Series. We start October 21 and you'll have lifetime access to the recordings if you cannot join us live each day. Learn more here: https://drchavonne.com/lyl/

In this episode, we’re exploring the idea of Emotional Wealth — treating YOU as the primary asset in your life.Just like investing in property or stocks for long-term gain, emotional wealth is built by consistently investing in how you think, how you feel, and how you choose to respond… no matter what’s happening around you.We’ll talk about:Why emotional maturity is a long-game investment, not a quick emotional hitWhat it means to see yourself as an asset that increases in value over timeHow to stay steady when life throws disruptions, disappointments, or emotional stormsAnd why building emotional wealth is legacy work — something your children will inherit through the way you live, feel, and handle lifeThis isn’t about being positive all the time.It’s about becoming emotionally abundant — able to feel deeply, recover quickly, and move through life with grounded confidence.If you've ever wanted to feel unshakeable, more at peace, and truly proud of who you're becoming — this conversation will shift the way you see emotional growth forever.Mentioned in this Episode: The Well Made Woman Lead Your Life Masterclass --> Learn More Here: https://drchavonne.com/lyl/