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PODCAST

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast

Dr. Michelle McQuaid & Evie Wright

Helping women break free of their ‘good girl’ beliefs with practical evidence-based tools to embody their unique selves. michellemcquaid.substack.com

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21:18

Next time you're triggered try this

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast ·

2025/04/21

Next time you're triggered try thisLISTEN NOW: 4 steps to turn reactivity into thoughtful responsesWhen was the last time you felt stretched so thin you could snap? Maybe someone dismissed your hard work with a casual criticism? Or perhaps one tiny detail fell through and suddenly you heard yourself unleashing a torrent of blame that didn't even sound like you?[0:52]: Chelle provides a quick recap of Internal Family Systems for listeners[4:11]: Gabby explains how protection mechanisms like

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47:20

Are you burning bridges or building them?

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast ·

2025/04/14

When was the last time you felt tempted to walk away from someone in your community who thinks differently than you? Maybe they have opposing political views, communicate in ways that frustrate you, or prioritize values that don't align with yours. In a world that feels increasingly polarized, it's tempting to believe that drawing hard lines and protecting our territory is the only way forward.[2:09] Chelle recaps Episode 13 with Sophia Fifner, President/CEO of Columbus Metropolitan Club who drives

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52:25

Do you need a virtual huddle?

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast ·

2025/04/10

In a world that often pits women against each other, this workshop offered a radical alternative: women huddling together, uplifting one another. A huddle is a space where women energize each other simply by being together—where competition softens into collaboration, isolation turns into connection, and individual challenges are met with collective strength.In this evidence-based session, we explored how to:✨ Ground & gather – Clear your energy before entering a huddle so you can show up grounded

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42:04

Who's walking toward change with you?

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast ·

2025/04/08

Do you feel called to make a difference but unsure where to begin? Have you held back from getting involved with community groups because you don’t fit the loud, outspoken image of what an “activist” is supposed to be? In a world that feels increasingly fractured, finding authentic ways to engage has never mattered more.[0:02] Chelle introduces Sophia Fifner, author of The Advocate Next Door and president and CEO of the Columbus Metropolitan Club. [2:15] Sophia shares a"uniquely you" moment. [5:24]

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47:13

Are you stuck in reactivity?

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast ·

2025/03/31

How are you showing up in your most important relationships? We all have moments where the people we love the most get the worst version of us. Why? Because when things feel hard, our protective parts often leap into action. [1:59] Chelle recaps Episode 11 with Anna Milaeva, certified transformational coach and co-founder of FINO. [3:23] Chelle shares ah-ha #1 on Anna's explanation of Internal Family Systems (IFS) as a model of human transformation and healing.[6:35] Evie shares 'Uniquely You' tool

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44:41

How do you deal with disagreements?

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast ·

2025/03/24

What do you do when a conversation gets uncomfortable? When someone’s perspective challenges yours, do you lean in, get defensive or shut down? It’s easy to retreat into habits of self-protection, but these moments don’t have to push us apart — they can be opportunities for deeper understanding, growth, and connection when we create a space of compassion for ourselves and each other.[0:57] Chelle introduces Anna Milaeva, certified transformational coach and internal family systems practitioner who

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37:58

Do you uplift others?

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast ·

2025/03/17

Are you intentional about whose encouragement and support you seek out? Do you notice yourself or the women in your life silence achievements and downplay success to avoid seeming ‘boastful’? Is your instinct to compete and outshine, or to uplift and support other women?[2:06] Chelle and Evie recap Episode 9 with Kasey Edwards, columnist and bestselling author of ten books, including her latest Goodbye Good Girl, Hello Me!. [4:23] Evie shares ah-ha #1 on Kasey's "Critic Card" tool she shared which

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37:08

How do you deal with criticism?

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast ·

2025/03/10

Do you feel your cheeks burn with shame and your stomach clench with humiliation when someone criticizes you? Does the fear of other people’s judgment keep you from sharing your ideas at work or in your community? Do you long to put yourself out there but worry that people will think you’re getting too big for your boots?[1:27] Chelle introduces Kasey Edwards, Australian columnist and bestselling author.[1:46] Kasey shares a ‘good girl’ moment dealing with the launch of her new book "Goodbye Good

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2:34

Do you feel like you're 'too much'?

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast ·

2025/03/06

By Evie WrightToday, I turn 30.As I sit here at the edge of a new decade, I find myself reflecting on the journey that brought me here.Five years ago, I was at my lowest. Not just because of my circumstances, though they were heavy - losing my job, being alone in a new state, watching the world shut down around me as COVID19 started - but because I didn’t know me. I had spent years contorting myself into someone more acceptable, more agreeable, more “fine.” I smiled when I wanted to scream. I nodded

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38:58

How do you show up to a huddle?

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast ·

2025/03/03

When you gather in a group, do you arrive anxious and disconnected? Are you stuck in your head and unable to truly show up for the collective experience? Do you struggle to trust the natural flow of energy that emerges when people come together?[2:10] Chelle recaps Episode 7 with Tina Bruce, intuitive mentor, co-founder of Soul Wander retreats and author of Big Little Breath[3:57] Chelle shares ah-ha #1 on understanding how perfectionism and control disrupt natural flow and connection in huddles

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49:48

Can you lead without being perfect?

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast ·

2025/02/24

Are you feeling the call to bring women together in a ‘huddle’? Do you worry that you first need to have everything perfectly figured out? Does the thought of holding space for others leave you feeling overwhelmed?[0:57] Chelle introduces Tina Bruce, intuitive mentor, author and co-founder of Soul Wander retreats. [1:55] Tina shares a recent experience with her "good girl" being triggered by criticism. [5:12] Tina and Chelle discuss their shared experience in Nepal and why they chose to start the

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34:54

Do you need help saying "no"?

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast ·

2025/02/17

How many times this week have you agreed to do something you didn't want to do? Are you drowning in 'shoulds' while your own priorities get pushed aside? Does the thought of saying 'no' fill you with anxiety? [2:38] Chelle recaps the previous episode with Lindsey Godwin, Molly McGuigan, and Miriam Novotny co-authors of: Ditch The Ditty: Doing What Matters Instead of Doing It All. [3:31] Chelle shares her first a-ha moment about understanding what a "ditty" is and the importance of ditching them

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42:32

Why do we keep saying yes?

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast ·

2025/02/10

Do you exhaust yourself being the office superhero who can't say no? Are you the go-to person for tasks nobody else wants? Do you find yourself organizing the office party, managing the school fundraiser, and hosting family gatherings – all while secretly wishing someone else would step up?[01:38] Chelle introduces guests Lindsey Godwin, Molly McGuigan, and Miriam Novotny, authors of the new book, "Ditch the Ditty".[02:00] Molly shares the origin story of "Ditch the Ditty".[04:35] Miriam explains

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42:35

Have you lost who you've dreamt of being?

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast ·

2025/02/03

Have you been taken by surprise to discover just how deeply society’s ‘good girl’ expectations shapes your choices? Do you find yourself wondering how these beliefs took hold, no matter how free-spirited your childhood may have been? [0:02] Chelle introduces the podcast and Evie Wright, co-author of 'The Perfectly Imperfect Women's Journal'. [1:56] Evie shares her compelling journey from paramedic to burnout, describing her transition from Queensland to Melbourne and finding her path in yoga and

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55:52

Is being 'good' costing you too much?

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast ·

2025/01/27

Do you remember the first time you learned you needed to be "good" to be loved? Perhaps it was a gold star for sitting quietly, or praise for putting others first, or the silent treatment when you spoke up too loudly. For Chelle, it was a little golden book that cost just 40 cents at the supermarket checkout - a book that would shape how she saw herself for decades to come.[1:04] Evie introduces Dr. Chelle McQuaid and their upcoming books: "The Perfectly Imperfect Little Girl" and "The Perfectly

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33:40

Do you know how to huddle?

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast ·

2025/01/20

When it comes to connecting with others, do you know exactly who's in your huddle and how they support different areas of your life? Have you mastered the art of making clear asks when you need their help? Or do you tend to struggle to nurture the relationships you need?[1:51] Chelle recaps Episode 1 with Brooke Baldwin, former CNN anchor and author of "Huddle: How Women Unlock Their Collective Power."[2:43] Chelle shares Aha #1: The fundamental need we all have to be part of huddles.[8:28] Evie

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40:55

Do you need a huddle to break free?

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast ·

2025/01/13

Do you yearn for meaningful connections beyond quick coffee catch-ups and surface-level networking? Are you surrounded by women in your daily life - at work, in your neighborhood, or through your children - yet missing those deeper bonds of mutual support? Do you dream of having a powerful circle of women to celebrate your wins, lift you through challenges, and inspire your growth?[0:57] Chelle introduces Brooke Baldwin, former CNN anchor and author of Huddle: How Women Unlock Their Collective

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20:57

Who helps you stay true to yourself?

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast ·

2024/12/16

When something triggers your perfectionism or people-pleasing, who helps you stay true to yourself? Do you have role models who show you what authentically pursuing your dreams looks like? Are there people in your life who celebrate rather than judge when you step outside society's 'good girl' expectations?[3.00] Chelle announces how tools and resources work together to help us stay true to ourselves.[3.41] Evie explores how understanding our response to triggers - whether rushing to please others

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40:25

Breaking free from our 'good girl' beliefs

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast ·

2024/12/09

Do you ever feel like you're constantly juggling expectations - both your own and others' - of who you're supposed to be and how you're supposed to show up in the world? Maybe you've been labeled as "too much" or "not enough." Perhaps you've found yourself exhausted from striving for an impossible standard of perfection or silencing your own needs to please others. If any of this resonates, you're not alone. Over the past year, we've been on a research journey to understand how women navigate the

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30:29

What's holding you back?

The Good Girl Game Changers Podcast ·

2024/12/02

When fear shows up in your life, how do you typically respond? Do you stay safely within your comfort zone to avoid any risk of failure? Or have you learned to make peace with your fear and take courageous action anyway?[1.55] Chelle shares her first a-ha about normalizing fear and regulating fear response. [8.38] Evie introduces three powerful questions to check if fear is keeping us too safe.[13.04] Chelle shares her second a-ha about courage being a developable skill. [17.00] Evie introduces

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