How to Trust Yourself: Overcome Imposter Syndrome, Feel Confident, and Let Yourself Be Seen

In this inspiring conversation, Anna is joined by Stacey Brass-Russell—performer, yoga teacher, studio owner, master-level coach, and creator of the E.V.O.L.V.E. change system—to explore what it truly takes to reinvent yourself at any age.Stacey shares her extraordinary path from Broadway to wellness to coaching, and how she learned to turn fear, uncertainty, and life upheaval into fuel for the next iteration of her purpose. Together, we examine how sensitive creatives can move through overwhelm, trust their desires, and build businesses that feel both aligned and abundant.In this episode, we explore:How to get out of overwhelm and into clear, grounded, doable actionWhy so many people stay stuck in a chapter that no longer fits—and what it takes to choose evolutionHow Stacey helps clients shift limiting beliefs about money, self-worth, and the ethics of abundanceThe emotional and identity challenges of making a midlife career pivotWhy reinvention is less about starting over and more about remembering who you’ve always beenHow to build a values-driven coaching or service-based business using clarity, alignment, and service instead of hustleConnect with StaceyWebsite: https://www.staceybrassrussell.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/staceybrassrussell/Free resource: 7 actionable steps to shift your mindset, get in gear, and start making money right now www.staceybrassrussell.com/money-mindset-anna-podcastConnect with AnnaWebsite: https://www.annaholtzman.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anna_holtzman/

In this short solo episode, Anna explores a gentle, nervous-system–informed approach to getting back into flow when things feel hard.Instead of treating frustration, fear, or burnout as problems to fix, Anna offers a different framework: these states are signals of inner conflict — moments when parts of us want different things at the same time. And it’s that internal tug-of-war, not the emotions themselves, that drains our energy and pulls us out of flow.In this episode, you’ll learn how to stop fighting yourself and start bringing your energy back onto one team.In this episode, we cover:Why frustration, fear, and burnout aren’t the problem — and what actually isHow inner conflict drains your energy (and how to gently resolve it)A simple practice for working with frustration instead of spiraling against itHow to meet fear with care, curiosity, and reassurance — rather than self-criticismWhy burnout is often a signal to rest intentionally, not push harderHow choosing rest can actually bring creativity, motivation, and clarity back onlineWhy practicing these tools in community can create an upward spiral of support and flowAnna also shares how these practices are used inside Seen & Safe, her twice-monthly group for sensitive creatives, practitioners, and entrepreneurs who want to move forward without overriding their nervous system. Work With AnnaSeen & SafeA supportive, intimate group for sensitive creatives, practitioners, and entrepreneurs who want to reconnect with themselves, work with fear instead of against it, and return to flow again and again.Enrollment reopens January 14Join the waitlist for early access:👉 https://www.annaholtzman.com/seenandsafeFree Live Workshop — Let Yourself Be SeenCurious about the work before committing? Join Anna for a live, free workshop where you’ll get a taste of the tools shared in Seen & Safe, including a gentle introduction to the Melt-Through Method.Tuesday, January 20Live + replay availableRegister here:👉 https://www.annaholtzman.com/beseenLIVEQuestions?Sent me an email [email protected]

If you’re a sensitive creative, healer, or entrepreneur, then whether you use the word “launch” or not—you’re always putting something out into the world. A new offer. A group program. A workshop. A book. An idea.And let’s be honest: that visibility can feel vulnerable, overwhelming, and dysregulating.But what if launching didn’t have to feel like forcing yourself into a mold? What if it could feel more grounded, intuitive—and actually energizing?In this episode, I’m joined by Danielle Weil, copy and marketing strategist and creator of LaunchFlow®, a methodology that helps expert business owners launch in a way that builds momentum without burnout. Over the past two decades, Danielle has written dozens of 6- and 7-figure launches and generated over $170M in sales—but her approach centers flow, alignment, and ease (not hustle, urgency, or bro-marketing tactics).We talk about:✨ What “energy-aligned launching” really means (and why it matters)✨ How to spot the sneaky signs that your strategy is out of sync with your natural rhythm✨ Why resistance might not be a mindset issue—but a sign that something’s off✨ Common traps sensitive entrepreneurs fall into when launching—and how to shift out of them✨ Client transformation stories that show what’s possible when you launch from a place of flow✨ Why having support to reflect your blind spots can help you come back into alignment✨ Danielle’s “soapbox” message for anyone trying to find their way in business without selling outWhether you're launching a product, a service, a program—or simply yourself—this conversation is here to remind you that you don’t have to sacrifice your energy, your well-being, or your truth to grow your business.✨ Connect with Danielle:LaunchFlow Roadmap: www.dwcopy.com/roadmapPodcast: Market Like a ParentInstagram: @daniellekweilLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/danielleweil✨ Connect with Anna:Free workshop — Let Yourself Be Seen: www.annaholtzman.com/beseenInstagram: @anna.holtzmanEmail: [email protected]

This week, I’m bringing you inside a corner of my work that I don’t usually share publicly — my visibility membership, Seen & Safe.Seen & Safe is where sensitive creatives, coaches, and entrepreneurs come when they want to be visible, but also want to feel safe while doing it. We meet twice a month for nervous-system-safe visibility coaching, and between sessions we stay connected inside a private Slack community.It’s a space where people ask the honest questions, name the fears they usually hide, and practice being seen in real time.In today’s episode, I’m sharing a handful of the voice notes I recently sent inside our Slack channel — anonymized, of course — paired with the questions that inspired them.You’ll hear coaching around:How to find your authentic story when fear feels louder than your voiceWhat motivates creativity when you’re no longer running on survival-mode urgencyHow to hold boundaries (like session time) from a place of care, not guiltWhat it means to “hold the vision” when life throws a curveballWhy visibility aftercare is normal — and how to build capacity for it over timeThese are the kinds of conversations that unfold inside Seen & Safe all the time — slow, real, compassionate, nuanced, and deeply human. My hope is that you hear something today that helps you feel less alone in your own visibility journey.Seen & Safe opens for enrollment again in January.If you want to be the first to know when doors open, join the waitlist here:👉 annaholtzman.com/seenandsafeThanks for listening, and for being part of this work. If this episode resonates, share it with someone who might need it.

In this episode, Anna sits down with Laylee Emadi—educator, speaker, podcaster, and founder of the Creative Educator Conference—to talk about building a values-driven business rooted in authenticity, service, and real community.A former high school teacher turned multi-passionate entrepreneur, Laylee shares how she transitioned into coaching creatives, and how her love for education continues to shape the way she supports others. Together, they explore how to lead with heart in a world that often pushes polish and performance.Inside this conversation:Why community is central to Laylee’s work—and how it fuels connection and longevity in businessHow to break free from the “shoulds” and build a business that reflects your actual selfThe visibility blocks so many creatives face (like imposter syndrome and fear of taking up space)—and how to work through themClient transformation stories that show what’s possible when you lead with clarity, integrity, and courageLaylee’s powerful reminder that you’re allowed to do business differently—and that service is more powerful than egoWhether you're building a business, stepping into leadership, or just trying to find your voice in a noisy world, this episode is a breath of fresh air and a call back to what really matters. Connect with Laylee:🔗 Website: https://layleeemadi.com📸 Instagram: @laylee_emadi🎧Podcast: The Laylee Emadi PodcastConnect with Anna:🔗 Website: https://www.annaholtzman.com📸 Instagram: @anna_holtzman📩 Email: [email protected]