The Messy Middle of Big Dreams: How to Stick with Your Passionate Pursuits through Times of Insecurity, Self-doubt, and even Failure with Monica Packer
The Messy Middle of Big Dreams: How to Stick with Your Passionate Pursuits through Times of Insecurity, Self-doubt, and even Failure with Monica Packer  
Podcast: Owning Her Authority Podcast | For Ascending Women Ready to Boldly Amplify Their Impact
Published On: Tue Feb 10 2026
Description: In this episode, we are joined by Habits and Identity Coach Monica Packer to explore why the most profound transformation happens in the "messy middle" of our big goals. Monica shares how to dismantle maladaptive perfectionism and replace it with a Do Something mindset that values consistent progress over polished, all-or-nothing results.Tune in to learn:How to break the all-or-nothing pendulum swing of perfectionism that leads to burnout, underachieving, or staying stuck at the starting line.The secrets to bridging the gap between your big vision and your daily reality by focusing on the transformative power of the process rather than just the final outcome.How to identify and navigate tipping points—learning how to stay on the path even when you feel dejected or like you are on a sinking ship.Practical ways to start a Do Something approach by taking one small, messy step today to build momentum toward your vision.By aligning your dreams with your core values, Monica provides a roadmap to rediscover who you are outside of your roles and embrace the beautiful reality of growth.Free Gift: Do Something List TrainingReady to explore who you are? The Do Something List (DSL) is your answer. This free training will help you uncover and discover what makes you "YOU," and all outside goals and resolutions.Monica's Giveaway Contribution: 1-on-1 Habit and Identity Coaching SessionStop spinning your wheels and get tailored support with a 60-minute, 1-on-1 Habit and Identity Coaching Session with Monica Packer. Valued at $197, this deep-dive session is your chance to troubleshoot exactly where your progress has stalled so you can finally trade all-or-nothing thinking for actual momentum.Connect with Monica: Website | Podcast | Instagram---Connect with Kate: mskatehouse.com | the live by design blueprint | @mskatehouse | mastermind | courses | speaking | FREE overcoming overwhelm masterclass