More Than You Were Told with Julie Oeder

Your Brain is an A*shole; Overcoming the Lies You're Telling Yourself

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Ever feel like your own brain is working against you?
In this episode, we’re calling it out. Your brain isn’t broken. It’s just doing what it was designed to do keep you safe, small, and stuck in familiar patterns.
If you’ve ever told yourself you’re not ready yet, that you need more confidence, or that other people are just better at starting things than you, this episode is for you.
We’re breaking down the most common lies your brain tells when you’re on the edge of starting a business or bringing an idea to life and reframing them into truths that actually move you forward.
You’ll learn why confidence doesn’t come before action, how overthinking disguises itself as preparation, and what it really takes to become the version of you who finally starts.
This episode will help you stop listening to the voice that keeps you stuck and start trusting yourself enough to move anyway.
If you’re ready to take your first brave step, this conversation is for you.

You Were Trained to Wait (Let's Break That)

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Most of us were taught to wait until we felt ready. To only move when we had confidence. To only act when we were “sure.” But that conditioning keeps countless ideas stuck in phone notes and never sees the light of day.
In this episode of More Than You Were Told, I share my personal journey of launching a business in one of the most sensitive industries imaginable—dog poop scooping—and how I overcame nerves, judgment, and hesitation to take bold action. You’ll hear why confidence doesn’t come first, why movement creates identity, and how small, imperfect steps can transform your life and your business.
If you’ve been sitting on ideas, waiting to feel ready, this episode will challenge the rules you’ve been taught and show you the first step toward becoming more than you were told you could be.

From Feeling Small to Being Unstoppable: How to Take Bold Action

Do you ever feel like life is happening to you instead of through you? That your ideas, dreams, or ambitions are just out of reach? In this episode, Julie shares how to move from feeling small and stuck to confident, courageous, and unstoppable.
You’ll learn why fear is actually a signal that growth is near, how to take bold action even when it feels uncomfortable, and practical ways to start building unshakable self-trust today.
If you’re ready to step into your next version and start showing up fully in your life, DM Julie on Instagram @julieoeder to connect.

Perfection is the Enemy of Business Ideas

In this episode we dig into the real reason women stay stuck when they want to start a business. It is not a lack of information. It is perfection. We talk about how perfection creates paralysis, how self trust is built through action, and why waiting to feel ready keeps your dreams on pause. You will learn why confidence comes from movement, not planning, and how to take the first courageous steps toward the business you have been thinking about for months or even years.
If you want a mindset based approach to starting your business and you are tired of overthinking every decision, this episode will help you move through fear, lean into discomfort and take aligned action. You will walk away with clarity, motivation and a deeper understanding of what it truly takes to become the woman who finally trusts herself enough to begin.
If you are ready to take brave steps and you want support from someone who has been where you are, connect with me on Instagram @julieoeder
I can help you build the courage and self trust you need to bring your business to life.

Welcome to More Than You Were Told

Welcome to the podcast re-launch with a fresh name; More Than You Were Told! In this quick intro, I share why this podcast exists: to help women break free from feeling stuck, burned out, or trapped by what society tells them to do.
Expect solo episodes with mindset insights, bold reflections, and interviews with women who’ve reclaimed their confidence and lives.
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Pushing Through the Fear of Failure to Find Success

Fear of failure holding you back from chasing your dreams? In this episode, I'm talking you through why failure is the backbone to finding success and how to embrace it vs. avoiding it. I'm mentioning key people who have found success after what seemingly felt like a hopeless battle in doing what they enjoy. 
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Ben Fisher on Building a Platform of Hope through Recovery

How can addiction play a role in a beautiful platform of hope and positivity? My friend Ben Fisher, founder of A String of Hope, is on this week to share his inspiring story of recovery and how he has built a large social media presence by encouraging others. In this episode, we we're talking all about how consistency, small steps, and patience play into finding success both in business and in life.
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How Empathy Became My Strength in Business and Life

I used to believe my empathic ways were a weakness. Now that I'm building my own business, I understand it's actually a superpower of mine. Empathy should be at the core of our relationships in both life and business; in this episode tune in with me to hear how I turned the narrative around for myself on empathy, how I use it in my own business, and why having empathy is such a powerful means to create relationships. 
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What is the Difference in Doing vs. Being?

Doing vs. Being: The two modes we can operate in, yet get addicted to Doing. In this episode I'm breaking down the difference and why our ego's love the Doing mode. As someone who first experienced Being years ago I want to share how impactful accessing the being side of "human being" can be. 
 

Maddie Gerdes on How Failing Led to a Heart Centered Education and Career

How can we gain clarity of our heart in a culture that doesn’t align with our values? Maddie Gerdes shares her story of leaving medical school to pursue her passion of healing the body with nutrition. She shares how she overcame limiting beliefs, discovered what her heart truly desired, and how she embraced acceptance and gratitude in the process. Maddie is currently completing her Masters degree in Nutrition and is a certified personal trainer offering virtual sessions for her clients.
 
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