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All the self-help extremes out there seem designed for perfect robots. But what if progress doesn’t require perfection? Welcome to your gentle self-development hub: About Progress, a podcast and community devoted to progress made practical. Join host and coach, Monica Packer, and her special guests to get the hug AND kick in the pants you need to do something and grow in ways that stick.

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In a recent coaching call with Janie, a mother navigating the shift from a professional career as a social worker to a stay-at-home mom, we delved into the deep-seated challenges that accompany such a monumental transition. Janie, like many, found he... more

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What if feeling happier didn’t require more control, stricter rules, or perfect habits? In this powerful conversation, we explore how personal development, daily habits, and self-compassion intersect with our relationship to food and our bodies. Beth... more

Join Monica and Taylor for a thoughtful (and surprisingly layered!) chat about the "not like other girls" conundrum. What started as a casual comment during recording turned into a fascinating exploration of how we as women pit ourselves against each... more

In keeping with something I've done on the podcast for a few years now, I'm thrilled to share with you my Do Something List for 2026. This list isn't about setting strict goals, but prioritizing daily fulfillment. Each item on the list encourages me ... more

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Recent Guests

Rebecca Palmer
Financial advisor and head of financial guidance at Fruitful
Fruitful
Episode: AP 753: You’re Not Bad at Money! How to Build a System Instead of a Budget || with Rebecca Palmer
Amina AlTai
Executive coach and author, chronic illness advocate.
The Ambition Trap
Episode: AP 749: Redefining Ambition: A Healthier Approach to Personal Growth Without the Hustle || with Amina AlTai
Kimberley Quinlan
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Episode: Pre-New Year Anxiety: Why We Spiral Before January || H&K with Kimberley Quinlan, LMFT
Katherine May
Bestselling author known for her works on nature, spirituality, and slow living.
Episode: AP 746: The Wisdom of Wintering: Why Your Hard Seasons Matter and How to Move Through Them || with Katherine May
Julie Hanks
Expert in assertiveness for women and author
Author of The Assertiveness Guide for Women
Episode: What Healthy Boundaries Really Look Like || H&K with Julie Hanks
Wendy Valentine
Reinvention expert, empowerment coach, and author of Women Waking Up, the midlife manifesto for passion, purpose, and play.
Episode: AP 737: Midlife Makeover: How to Transform Crisis Into a Catalyst for Growth || with Wendy Valentine
Trevor Hanson
An internationally recognized coach and therapist specializing in anxious attachment
The Art of Healing
Episode: AP 735: How to Heal Anxious Attachment, Rebuild Self-Worth, and Feel Secure from Within || with Trevor Hanson
Patrice Washington
A financial expert and personal development coach who has transformed her life through resilience and growth.
Patrice Washington Enterprises
Episode: How to Grow Through Resistance || H&K with Patrice Washington
June Blackhurst
Co-founder of June Loop Swimwear, sharing insights on body positivity.
June Loop Swimwear
Episode: How to Feel Happy in Your Own Skin: Body Positivity and Self-Compassion || H&K with Kristie Kemp and June Blackhurst of June Loop Swimwear

Host

Monica Packer
Monica Packer serves as the host, providing relatable and practical insights focused on personal growth and development. She shares her own experiences alongside conversations with expert guests, creating an environment that emphasizes authenticity and self-acceptance.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Thought provoking

    I love following Monica on IG and listening to her podcast. She keeps it real and her content makes me think deeply about the different areas of my life. Slowly working my way through back episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnaK1979
    United Statesa month ago
  • Relatable and Helpful!

    I love listening to Monica because she is so down to earth and always has great insights and ideas! You can tell that she puts so much thought and work into each episode. This podcast is one of the only ones I’ve listened to consistently for years! Keep up the good work! 🫶🏻☺️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    heyellieanderson
    United Statesa month ago
  • So good

    I love this podcast. So good in all areas of life. I love the advice to start small and do something. Life changing. May 2021 theme is so helpful. Thanks for all your work.

    Updated! Still loving Monica’s podcast, ABOUT PROGRESS. Her latest episode about distraction is spot on and so needed! Thanks!!

    Another update 1/26: I love Monica’s messy middle episodes. They are my favorite. It lets me see another Mom, who has so many interests and wants to do well in her life. It has given me great ideas... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GentGygi
    United Statesa month ago
  • Dream led episode is absolutely stunning advice

    Monica you made my heart sing with your beautiful words. Also the Wintering episode blew my mind. This podcast rocks!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oiseaublue
    Canadaa month ago
  • Feel seen

    I love this content. I feel like we’re all just trying to stay above water and Monica makes me feel seen and validated! This podcast is positive and helpful on many levels!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Megcheez
    United Statesa month ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many reviews highlight the show's authenticity and the importance of addressing real-life challenges without indulging in perfectionism.
Listeners appreciate the relatable and approachable style of the host, often depicting her as a supportive friend guiding their journey.
Listeners feel inspired and motivated by the host's openness regarding her own struggles, making it easy to connect with her message.
The content is recognized for providing practical advice that is beneficial for daily life, particularly in parenting and personal development.

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AP 749: Redefining Ambition: A Healthier Approach to Personal Growth Without the Hustle || with Amina AlTai
Q: What is one way listeners can take action on what they learned today?
One of the biggest things that I think is really transformational is sitting down with the core wounds work.
AP 746: The Wisdom of Wintering: Why Your Hard Seasons Matter and How to Move Through Them || with Katherine May
Q: What advice do you have for someone who is really working through the inner critic, the inner resistor there?
Take it hour by hour and watch your emotions as if they're clouds passing through the sky.
AP 746: The Wisdom of Wintering: Why Your Hard Seasons Matter and How to Move Through Them || with Katherine May
Q: How can we lean into this crucible then? What are some actual things to keep in mind, things to try, strategies that you would recommend?
Let go of strategy thinking altogether; this is about learning to experience actually.
What Healthy Boundaries Really Look Like || H&K with Julie Hanks
Q: Why do you think women are afraid to know their boundaries?
Many women fear being perceived as selfish and are not taught how to identify their needs due to societal pressures.
How to Raise Confident Kids || H&K with Dina Alexander of the non-profit Educate and Empower Kids
Q: What tips do you have to teach children to have self-confidence and to love themselves regardless of what others think?
It's important to allow children to accomplish tasks and make mistakes instead of rescuing them constantly, helping them build genuine self-esteem through experiences and opportunities for growth.

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1. Rebecca Palmer
2. Amina AlTai
3. Kimberley Quinlan
4. Katherine May
5. Julie Hanks
6. Wendy Valentine
7. Trevor Hanson
8. Patrice Washington

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