Welcome back to the show! Today, we are joined by someone who has mastered the literal and metaphorical ‘long game.’ She is a marathoner who didn’t just finish the race she crushed her own limits by shaving a massive 24 minutes off her marathon time. She is the powerhouse founder behind ‘Amy’s Balancing Act,’ where she’s helping women everywhere reclaim their strength, their confidence, and their miles. Whether she’s coaching runners to their next PR, scaling a thriving business, or keeping it 100% real for her massive community on TikTok, she is the ultimate blueprint for what it looks like to juggle it all without losing yourself in the process. She’s a coach, an entrepreneur, a mother, and a total force on the pavement. Please welcome the one and only- Amy Gougler!
Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we stop shrinking for the comfort of others and start reclaiming our power. I’m your host Chelsea Erickson, and today’s episode is a little different. We’re stepping away from the formal interviews and into a ‘conversation between friends’ segment because, honestly, some truths are better told with someone who has seen you at your messy moments.
Today, is part 2 of our conversation about ‘The Cost of Doing It All’. We’ve all been there, the ‘yes’ that felt like a brick in our stomach, the burnout that dressed itself up as ‘resilience,’ and the slow fade of self-abandonment where we forgot who we were beneath all the roles we play as moms, friends, family and professionals.
But we aren’t just here to vent about the exhaustion. We’re here to talk about the Genesis moment of waking up and saying, ‘No more.’ To help me navigate this, I’ve brought on a very special guest and friend. She has walked the exact road many of you are on right now—that exhausting cycle of accepting everything and setting nothing. But she didn’t stay there. She did the hard, messy work of unlearning those behaviors and has emerged as a literal Boundary Setting Queen. She knows her value, she protects her peace, and she’s here to show us that setting a boundary isn’t an act of selfishness, it’s an act of self-love, and survival. Please welcome to the show, my friend and today’s co-host, Afton Kjar.
In this mini-episode of Genesis Sais Quoi, we’re moving beyond the junk drawer and tackling the mental clutter. We’re scrubbing away the “should-haves,” tossing out old regrets, and making actual floor space for joy and peace to move in. YOU DESERVE THAT!
Welcome back to Genesis Sais Quoi, the space where we stop shrinking for the comfort of others and start reclaiming our power. I’m your host Chelsea Erickson, and today’s episode is a little different. We’re stepping away from the formal interviews and into a ‘conversation between friends’ segment because, honestly, some truths are better told with someone who has seen you at your messy moments.
Today, we are talking about ‘The Cost of Doing It All’. We’ve all been there, the ‘yes’ that felt like a brick in our stomach, the burnout that dressed itself up as ‘resilience,’ and the slow fade of self-abandonment where we forgot who we were beneath all the roles we play as moms, friends, family and professionals.
But we aren’t just here to vent about the exhaustion. We’re here to talk about the Genesis moment of waking up and saying, ‘No more.’ To help me navigate this, I’ve brought on a very special guest and friend. She has walked the exact road many of you are on right now—that exhausting cycle of accepting everything and setting nothing. But she didn’t stay there. She did the hard, messy work of unlearning those behaviors and has emerged as a literal Boundary Setting Queen. She knows her value, she protects her peace, and she’s here to show us that setting a boundary isn’t an act of selfishness, it’s an act of self-love, and survival. Please welcome to the show, my friend and today’s co-host, Afton Kjar.
I’d like to formally announce that my 24/7 Customer Service Desk is officially closed for renovations.
For a long time, my “Sais Quoi” was just… whatever you wanted it to be. I was a world-class Olympian in the sport of Over-Extending Myself, and my gold medal was a massive pile of secret resentment.
On this week’s episode of Genesis Sais Quoi, we’re talking about the messy, awkward middle ground of being a recovering people-pleaser. It’s the space where you finally start saying “No,” but you still feel like you’re committing a felony every time you do it.
We’re breaking down why “peace at any cost” usually costs you yourself.
Breaking the shell- Finding Resilience Through Macarons with Maricel Cephus
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In life, we often wait for someone else to build the thing we need. But today’s guest on Genesis Sais Quoi decided that if she couldn’t find the perfect vegan macaron in the city of Houston, she would simply have to invent it herself.
Her story didn’t start with a perfect recipe; it started with a kitchen full of first attempts and the daunting challenge of mastering a high-maintenance art form. Yet, fueled by the eyes of her daughters watching her every move, she turned ‘I can’t find it’ into ‘I’ll create it.’ Today, she isn’t just a baker; she is a trailblazer of inclusion who has proven that grit and gratitude are the secret ingredients to any success. She’s the woman who taught us that the best things in life are worth the wait, and that we can finally have our cake, and our macarons, and eat them too. Please welcome the inspiring force behind Finally Vegan Macarons, Maricel Cephus.
When we hide behind the two words, “I’m fine” when we’re not, we deny ourselves the right to be seen and supported. You don’t owe the world a “fine” version of yourself, you owe yourself the truth. 🕊️🙌 Dive deeper with us on Genesis Sais Quoi. 🎧✨
You know, we talk a lot on this podcast about the moment you decide to stop ‘sitting on the fence’ and finally choose the life you actually want to live. Today’s guest is the living embodiment of that choice.
Karen Enamorado is the co-owner and heart behind No Limits Fitness.
a veteran-operated, Latinx-owned powerhouse that is redefining what a ‘gym’ can be. But Karen’s story isn’t just about sets and reps- it’s about the internal ‘glow up’ that happens when you decide that your boundaries, your peace, and your health are non-negotiable. She is a mother to four, a ‘Jiu Jitsu wife,’ and a leader who has built a life centered on the belief that strength is earned, not given. I am so excited to have her here to share how she’s changed her own life by building a space for others to change theirs. Welcome to the show, Karen!
Today’s guest is not only a full-time mama to three, working hard to homeschool, and create a beautiful life for those closest to her, but someone who uses her free time to walk into the highest stakes, and most vulnerable moments of a family’s life, sharing the one thing everyone is searching for: Peace.
She isn’t just a homeschool teacher, or mother- She’s a doula; she is a guardian of the sacred space where life begins. After her own journey into motherhood, she jumped right in to being an amazing mom and through that, realized a calling into helping others through pregnancy.
As the heart behind The Peace Filled Doula, she has become a beacon of calm and a champion for not only her own family, but other families reclaiming their own power as well. She is a witness to the miraculous each day, a steady hand in the storm, and a woman who believes that every birth, no matter how it happens, can be a beautiful new beginning. Please welcome the spectacular and light-filled Bethany Hatfield.
The Magic in the Extra: A conversation with Carly Durham
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We all know that true change requires more than just words, it requires action, advocacy, and a relentless drive to break down barriers. Today, I am honored to be joined by Carly Durham, a fierce advocate for disability rights, a nurse practitioner, and a parent dedicated to bridging the gaps in healthcare access and policy. In this episode, we’re unpacking what it takes to build a truly inclusive world, from the bedside to the classroom. Let’s dive in!
