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We'll Be OK 12 Episodes Oct 13, 2026

Host Heather Carter, a mom, wife, and former legislator, shares her journey of navigating a busy life while dealing with personal and global chaos. She blends her experiences as a CEO, teacher, and yoga enthusiast to help listeners craft a path through daily challenges. The podcast aims to provide a space where listeners can feel reassured that, together, they'll be okay.

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Life Is Doing Its Thing. You Do Yours. Oct 13, 2026 00:29:33 Are you waiting for retirement, an empty nest, or a finished to-do list before you let yourself enjoy life? Heather has a reminder: you don’t have to finish all your work - or get through all the hard stuff - to have fun.Inspired by her concert adventures, a Backstreet Boys experience at the Sphere, and a stranger’s heartbreaking story, Heather explores why joy deserves a place in your li

They're Launching. You're Spiraling. Now What? Oct 6, 2026 00:36:00 You helped them through school, celebrated their graduation, and cheered them on every step of the way. So why does watching your child become an independent adult feel so terrifying?On this episode of We’ll Be OK, Heather gets honest about the parental anxiety that comes with launching adult children—from late-night job searches to the urge to fix everything. Reflecting on her daughter’s

What Do You Really Want? The 100 Things Exercise Sep 29, 2026 00:26:32 Are you building the life you want, or following a path you never consciously chose? On this episode of We’ll Be OK, Heather shares the story of a goal she wrote down in a yoga class, forgot about, and discovered years later she had achieved.Then she gives you a practical exercise: write down 100 things you want to do, circle the 20 that stand out, and name how you hope each one will make

Fewer Enemies, Stronger Communities Sep 20, 2026 00:28:59 Politics often feels like a battle between “us” and “them”—but what if it could also bring us together?In this deeply personal episode of We’ll Be OK, Heather reflects on the relationships she built during her political career and why the people—not the policies—remain most meaningful years later. After attending a heartbreaking funeral for the unborn child of someone she first met throug

When Fear Is Driving: Feel It, Face It & Keep Going Sep 15, 2026 00:28:28 What happens when a fear becomes so powerful that it starts making your decisions for you?In this deeply personal episode of We’ll Be OK, Heather opens up about the greatest fear of her life: emetophobia, an intense fear of vomiting. It’s a fear that has followed her for decades, influencing everything from flying and career opportunities to pregnancy, motherhood, and some of the biggest

The Cringe Was Coming From Inside the House Sep 3, 2026 00:27:43 What happens when you meet someone who wants almost exactly what you want…and your first reaction is to cringe?A seemingly ordinary conversation on a pickleball court gives Heather an unexpected sucker punch of self-awareness. When another woman shares her plans for the next chapter of her life, Heather catches herself judging her—only to realize she may actually be judging herself.In thi

A Little More Dolly: Living Boldly, Loving Kindly & Leaving the World Better Aug 27, 2026 00:27:23 In this heartfelt episode of We’ll Be Okay, Heather reflects on the extraordinary life and legacy of Dolly Parton - and the lessons we can carry forward into our own lives.From watching 9 to 5 as an 11-year-old and learning that women could stand up, speak out, and change the workplace, to a childhood memory of hearing her parents sing “Islands in the Stream” and realizing what love looke

Moldy Celery & Meltdowns: How I Saved My Vacation Aug 20, 2026 00:27:13 What happens when the peaceful day you planned turns into one frustrating moment after another?In this episode of We’ll Be Okay, Heather puts her own OK Framework to the test during a trip to Los Angeles to celebrate her daughter’s birthday. What was supposed to be a relaxing day alone quickly spirals into smoothie-shop anxiety, a parking-lot confrontation, moldy celery, a coupon-line sho

Triggered at Work? Maybe It’s Not About Work Aug 13, 2026 00:25:24 What happens when you give advice about separating your identity from your job—and almost immediately find yourself being tested on it?In this follow-up to the conversation about why your job should never become your identity, Heather gets personal about a frustrating moment at work that triggered her, challenged her confidence, and forced her to put the OK Framework into practice in real

Your Job Is Not Your Identity: Who Are You When the Job Is Gone? Aug 6, 2026 00:33:08 What happens when the thing you’ve built your identity around suddenly disappears? In this deeply personal episode of We’ll Be Okay, Heather explores the powerful idea that your job is not your identity—and shares the personal experiences that taught her why.Heather reflects on being laid off early in her career, navigating the many identities we take on throughout our lives, and the cha

The B-Side of Life: Why Your Best Chapter Might Be Just Beginning Jul 30, 2026 00:33:02 What if the best part of your life isn't behind you - but still waiting to be discovered?In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, Heather sits down with one of her closest friends of more than 16 years, Cynthia, for a conversation about embracing what they call "The B-Side of Life." Borrowing inspiration from vinyl records—where some of the greatest hidden gems lived on the B-side—they e

Running on Fumes: How to Keep Going When Life Won't Let Up Jul 23, 2026 00:30:05 We've all been there—that moment when you're completely exhausted, emotionally drained, and wondering how you're supposed to keep going... but life doesn't hit pause.In this deeply personal episode, Heather opens up about caring for her mother through Alzheimer's, navigating overwhelming life changes, and finding herself operating on fumes while still showing up for her family, work, and

Backed Into a Corner: Why Little Annoyances Feel So Big Jul 16, 2026 00:14:49 What do backing into parking spots, chewing gum, and running late have in common? More than you might think.In this episode of We'll Be Okay, Heather dives into the tiny everyday annoyances that can quietly snowball into stress, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm if left unchecked. Using her surprisingly passionate feelings about people backing into parking spots as the perfect example, He

Busy Isn't a Badge of Honor: Breaking Free from the Chaos Jul 9, 2026 00:26:10 Are you exhausted before your day even begins? Do your calendars, notifications, and endless to-do lists leave you feeling like you're constantly running but never arriving?In this episode of We'll Be OK, Heather dives into the hidden cost of busyness and why being "crazy busy" has become an unhealthy badge of honor for so many of us. From racing thoughts and sleepless nights to irritabil

The Pickleball Perspective: Finding Balance Through Inspired Action Jul 2, 2026 00:22:34 What started as a simple pickleball lesson turned into an unexpected masterclass on courage, connection, and balance.In this personal episode of We'll Be OK, Heather shares her journey from nervous beginner to pickleball enthusiast, revealing how stepping onto the court mirrored so many of life's biggest challenges. From overcoming the fear of being the new person in the group to building

Solo, Spontaneous...And Still Okay Jun 25, 2026 00:31:21 What if the secret to surviving life's chaos is giving yourself permission to live a little bigger?In this candid and spontaneous conversation, Heather sits down with returning guest Wendy Ortiz to talk about something many women struggle with: putting themselves back on their own priority list. Between aging parents, demanding careers, family responsibilities, and the emotional weight of

The Power of One Different Choice Jun 18, 2026 00:43:04 What happens when life completely falls apart—and you're forced to start over?In this deeply inspiring episode of We'll Be OK, Heather sits down with Geena, a sound bath facilitator, Reiki practitioner, and spiritual guide whose path has been anything but easy. After battling addiction, mental health struggles, heartbreak, and the daunting reality of moving back in with her parents at nea

The Overwhelm Epidemic: Why Doing More Isn't the Answer Jun 11, 2026 00:27:37 In this episode of We'll Be OK, Heather gets real about the modern epidemic of exhaustion. From sunrise routines and protein goals to supplements, workouts, social media advice, work demands, family responsibilities, and endless "life hacks," it can feel like we're running a race we never signed up for.Heather shares her own struggle with overwhelm, how an obsession with pickleball landed

Be The Hero Of Your Own Story Jun 4, 2026 00:52:20 What happens when life throws everything at you at once?In this deeply moving episode of We'll Be OK, Heather sits down with healthcare executive, leadership coach, and survivor Lisa to discuss a life journey marked by unexpected twists, devastating loss, remarkable resilience, and ultimately, reinvention.Lisa shares her unconventional career path from nursing school to broadcast journali

Finding Your Way Through The Chaos May 29, 2026 00:56:24 This week on We’ll Be Okay, Heather sits down with longtime friend Erica for a raw and honest conversation about grief, parenting, spirituality, astrology, emotional healing, and navigating a world that feels increasingly chaotic.From signs from loved ones who have passed… to the meaning of the coming “Fire Horse Year”… to learning how to live from love instead of fear — this episode is

Notice Your Patterns, Choose a New Direction May 22, 2026 00:28:49 How you respond to life’s hardest moments may be more automatic than you realize. In this episode, I share how recognizing your default patterns—fight, flight, freeze, or fawn—is the first step to changing your experience. We explore how these responses show up in everyday triggers and why simply noticing them creates powerful awareness. From there, I introduce how passion projects and sm

Credentials Open Doors, Connections Build Futures May 14, 2026 00:40:12 The relationships you build will take you further than any title or degree ever could. In this episode, we explore why connection is the real catalyst for opportunity—and how small, intentional actions can open doors you didn’t even know existed. From introducing yourself to a guest speaker to following up and staying engaged, it’s the tiny moments that compound into meaningful networks.

Start Before You're Ready, Learn Forward Apr 30, 2026 00:19:26 Starting something meaningful often feels impossible when you don’t have it all figured out. In this episode, I share the real story behind why I started this podcast—and the fear that almost stopped me from ever hitting record. From feeling frozen by uncertainty to finally taking action, this is about what it looks like to move forward in the middle of chaos. I unpack the concept of “ori

Keep Going: Small Steps Change Everything Apr 23, 2026 00:13:49 Once you’ve oriented yourself to what you’re feeling, what comes next is where everything shifts. In this episode, I break down the second step of the “We’ll Be OK” framework: keep going through inspired action. It’s not about taking massive leaps, but about choosing the next small, intentional step that moves you toward how you want to feel. Through real-life examples—from career setback

Orient: From Chaos to Clarity, We'll Be OK Framework Apr 16, 2026 00:14:50 Life doesn’t always feel okay—and this podcast begins in that honest, in-between space. In this episode, I share the deeper meaning behind “We’ll Be Ok” and why it’s not about pretending everything is fine, but trusting that you can move through what isn’t. We explore the pivotal moment where you shift from chaos to clarity by simply orienting yourself to what you’re feeling in real time.

Unfiltered Beginnings, Build a Life You Love Apr 9, 2026 00:27:23 Every beginning is a little messy, and this is mine—unfiltered, honest, and fully stepping into the unknown. In this inaugural episode, I share the heart behind We’ll Be Okay and the belief that no matter what life throws at us, there’s a path forward. From a winding, multi-passionate career to unexpected pivots and reinventions, this is about embracing possibility instead of waiting for

Welcome to We'll Be OK Mar 30, 2026 00:01:30 A sneak peek at what's ahead.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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