Busy, successful and hard-driving women tell me that they ‘often serve themselves last’, and that self-care often strikes them as selfish. I’d like to have you consider that self-care is essential and selfless, not selfish. If you don’t ‘put on your oxygen mask on first’, how can you help anyone else? In this episode, I […]
Holistic nutrition is a path that unexpectedly found Rosy, grew out of a passion and need for a healthier family, and changed her life for the better. Her journey started when her son was struggling with asthma, and it became apparent that nutrition was the missing piece in their wellness puzzle. As a holistic nutritionist, […]
Today, I’m excited to share details about my fireside chat with close friend, former Wall Street executive, and serial entrepreneur Bernardine Wu. Bernardine shared with me a bit about her journey from an immigrant child in Staten Island to a successful entrepreneur and mom; we also talked about her philosophy of asking for what you […]
In this podcast episode, I discuss my “L3 project,’’ which stands for Live Like a Local, where my husband and I live in different countries for an extended period. We decided that rather than live in a bigger house, or invest in a second home, we would make international travel part of our living expenses, […]
Hello, Possibility Seekers! Welcome back to “Possibilities with Monique de Maio.” This episode is particularly special as I had the pleasure of hosting the incredible Jen Faherty. If you haven’t listened yet, you’re in for a treat, but for those who prefer to read, I’ve got you covered. Jen Faherty, a seasoned financial planner and […]
Join us as we delve deep into the life of Candace Pert, a formidable force in neuropharmacology and psychology, through the evocative narrative of Emmy-winning producer and writer Pamela Ryckman. In her latest book, “Candace Pert: Genius, Greed, and Madness in the World of Science,” Ryckman paints a vivid portrait of a woman whose groundbreaking […]
Hey there, Possibility Seekers! Buckle up for another exhilarating dive into the realms of success and personal growth. In this week’s podcast, I sat down with the powerhouse that is Dr. Cristina Versari, a beacon of wisdom in the world of sports psychology. With over 30 years of sculpting champions’ mindsets, Dr. Versari spilled the […]
Happy 2024, Everyone! I am taking a bit of a flyer here today, and speaking to you in the first person, from the heart. You see, I re-read my blogs from 2023, and I decided they were too basic, I need to get more ‘real’, more ‘raw’ with you guys. So, if you like hearing […]
Breaking Down the Barriers of Self-Doubt Welcome to another insightful exploration of a topic that resonates with many of us: Imposter Syndrome. As high-performing women, we often find ourselves grappling with this psychological phenomenon, where despite our accomplishments, we fear being exposed as “frauds.” Let’s dive deep into understanding and overcoming this challenge. Understanding Imposter […]
Every journey begins with a single step. Some journeys are planned; others are serendipitous. The latter can be said about my recent conversation with the incredible Olivia Facini. A theater writer, producer, director, choreographer, and professional academic tutor, Olivia’s journey has taken her on an unexpected yet fulfilling path toward living and working with intention. […]
Most people do not have a direction problem. They have a trust problem.
They know what they want. They just do not trust that knowing enough to act on it.
Monique's Three Words Worksheet is a simple but powerful framework to help you name what you stand for, filter every decision through it, and stop second-guessing yourself.
This is not about doing more. It is about finally trusting what you already know.
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