No to Normal
Welcome to the podcast that gives you permission to say no. No to boring. No to putting off your dreams. No to a job you hate. No to old habits that no longer serve you. No to imposter syndrome. No to normal. I’m your host, Danielle Renee, and I’ve spent the past 10 years trying new jobs, starting my own businesses, and moving across the country all in an attempt to build a life that doesn’t give the Sunday Scaries (if you know, you know). With this show, I’ll be sharing some of my favorite ventures, like when I converted a school bus into a mobile gift shop, and when I discovered the wonderful world of seasonal work by googling “jobs that pay your rent.” I’ll also have weekly interviews with creatives, industry-disruptors, and adventurous souls who said “no” to the normal 9-5 life, and are defining happiness and success on their own terms. Basically, I started a podcast so I’d have an excuse to chat with some of the coolest humans I’ve ever met, and I’m excited to invite you along for the ride!
Episodes
April 16, 2025 • 16 mins
”It’s not the right time” is one of the most common excuses we tell ourselves about why we’re not taking action toward our dream. We assume that the timing will be better down the road, and we convince ourselves that we’re actually being responsible by waiting!
Spoiler: It’s not responsible. It’s self-sabotage.
In this episode, we’re debunking the “right time” myth and how you can stop falling into this trap. If you’re ready to stop ...
Spoiler: It’s not responsible. It’s self-sabotage.
In this episode, we’re debunking the “right time” myth and how you can stop falling into this trap. If you’re ready to stop ...
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April 2, 2025 • 41 mins
You don’t have to be a textbook people pleaser to end up living a life that’s not actually yours. Maybe you’re stuck in a job you hate, a relationship that feels off, or just going through the motions because change feels too hard.
Today’s guest, Kat Amey, hit her 30s and realized she was deeply unfulfilled—so she decided to rewrite the script. Now, she helps other women stop people pleasing and start building lives that feel true t...
Today’s guest, Kat Amey, hit her 30s and realized she was deeply unfulfilled—so she decided to rewrite the script. Now, she helps other women stop people pleasing and start building lives that feel true t...
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March 19, 2025 • 15 mins
"I don’t know what I want" is one of the biggest lies we tell ourselves. More often than not, you do know—you’re just afraid to say it out loud.Maybe it feels unrealistic, maybe you’re scared of failing, or maybe you’re worried about what people will think.Good news: we’re going to tackle those fears together!In this episode:
- Why ignoring your dream doesn’t make it go away (it just makes you unhappy)
- The real reasons people convi...
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March 5, 2025 • 38 mins
Our National Parks are in danger, plain and simple. After mass layoffs in February, the National Park Service is now facing staffing issues that are going to have a direct impact on everything from park cleanliness and camping availability to visitor safety and emergency response times.
Because of this news, I thought it was important to draw attention to the amazing programs that the NPS provides to the public by revisiting my conv...
Because of this news, I thought it was important to draw attention to the amazing programs that the NPS provides to the public by revisiting my conv...
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February 19, 2025 • 19 mins
Did you know that Americans spend an average of 40 minutes per day dreaming about someplace they’d rather be?
That’s almost 5 hours a week that people are thinking about their escape from their day-to-day life!
In this episode, I’m giving you a list of ways to make that escape sooner rather than later, even if you haven’t been saving up for a trip.
From couchsurfing and housesitting, to volunteering and seasonal work, there are so man...
That’s almost 5 hours a week that people are thinking about their escape from their day-to-day life!
In this episode, I’m giving you a list of ways to make that escape sooner rather than later, even if you haven’t been saving up for a trip.
From couchsurfing and housesitting, to volunteering and seasonal work, there are so man...
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February 5, 2025 • 35 mins
It’s the TikTok Shop follow-up episode you’ve been waiting for! After having Amanda Pacropis on the podcast for episode 47 to talk about how she earns 5-figures a month as a TikTok Shop Affiliate, I gave myself a little challenge to see what would happen if I posted 3+ times per day.
Could I actually earn money as a new TikTok Shop Affiliate? Does posting consistently really matter? And most importantly, is there a way to do it that...
Could I actually earn money as a new TikTok Shop Affiliate? Does posting consistently really matter? And most importantly, is there a way to do it that...
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January 22, 2025 • 37 mins
Do you ever feel like your own internal dialogue is your biggest obstacle? Sure, there are challenges in life that are objectively hard, but that extra layer of self-doubt can make those tough goals feel impossible.
Today’s guest, A.J. Aldana, knows this struggle all too well. In this episode, A.J. shares how he overcame his biggest insecurities and pushed past limiting beliefs to accomplish something extraordinary—hiking all 2,650 ...
Today’s guest, A.J. Aldana, knows this struggle all too well. In this episode, A.J. shares how he overcame his biggest insecurities and pushed past limiting beliefs to accomplish something extraordinary—hiking all 2,650 ...
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January 8, 2025 • 21 mins
Do you ever feel like the goal you've been working on for weeks, months, or even years just isn’t paying off? You’ve got this vision in your head of what it could be, but progress feels painfully slow, and you’re starting to wonder if it’s even worth it.
Take a breath. You’re not alone. Progress is happening—even if you can’t see it yet. You’re planting seeds that will grow if you give them time.
In today’s episode, I’m diving into:
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Take a breath. You’re not alone. Progress is happening—even if you can’t see it yet. You’re planting seeds that will grow if you give them time.
In today’s episode, I’m diving into:
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December 18, 2024 • 25 mins
It’s that time of year again when everyone starts talking about all the ways they’re going to be successful, productive, and better than ever in the new year.
But how often have you excitedly set a big new year’s resolution, only to get bored with it by January 20?
You’re not alone!
In this episode, we’re talking about why New Year’s resolutions often fail, and what you can do instead to have an amazing 2025.
Rather than looking at wha...
But how often have you excitedly set a big new year’s resolution, only to get bored with it by January 20?
You’re not alone!
In this episode, we’re talking about why New Year’s resolutions often fail, and what you can do instead to have an amazing 2025.
Rather than looking at wha...
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December 4, 2024 • 35 mins
Have you ever felt like the holiday season is more about checking boxes than actually feeling festive?
You’re not alone.
In today’s episode, I’m talking with the owner of Hannah’s Enchantments about how to create your own joyful rituals, so that you can actually enjoy and remember this time of year!
Whether you're in a warm climate and missing that "winter magic" or just need a fresh way to make the holidays feel special, Hannah is gi...
You’re not alone.
In today’s episode, I’m talking with the owner of Hannah’s Enchantments about how to create your own joyful rituals, so that you can actually enjoy and remember this time of year!
Whether you're in a warm climate and missing that "winter magic" or just need a fresh way to make the holidays feel special, Hannah is gi...
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November 20, 2024 • 39 mins
Have you been curious about TikTok Shop but don’t know where to start? Well, buckle up for a wild ride because today’s guest, Amanda Pacropis, is spilling all the secrets!
Amanda left her 9-5 in pharmaceutical advertising earlier this year, and is now consistently earning 5-figures a month thanks to the TikTok Shop Affiliate program.
In today’s episode, Amanda shares her best advice for how to:
Amanda left her 9-5 in pharmaceutical advertising earlier this year, and is now consistently earning 5-figures a month thanks to the TikTok Shop Affiliate program.
In today’s episode, Amanda shares her best advice for how to:
- Pick the right products to sell
- Creat...
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November 6, 2024 • 19 mins
How many times have you waited to hit publish on something because “it’s not ready yet”? Or how much time have you spent researching HOW to do something, instead of actually doing it?
You, my friend, have fallen into the “perfection” trap (no judgement: I know this trap well).
While it may seem like you’re just trying to get everything perfect, you’re actually just procrastinating! You’re using the impossible goal of perfection as an...
You, my friend, have fallen into the “perfection” trap (no judgement: I know this trap well).
While it may seem like you’re just trying to get everything perfect, you’re actually just procrastinating! You’re using the impossible goal of perfection as an...
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October 23, 2024 • 39 mins
Let’s be honest: putting your thing out into the world is SCARY! Whether you’re an artist or a coach or a small business owner, it can always be uncomfortable talking about your product or service.
You might start asking yourself “what if no one buys?”
Or “what if people thing I’m being annoying?”
Or, worst yet, “what if no one is paying attention at all and I just hear crickets every time I post?”
And these are all totally natural fea...
You might start asking yourself “what if no one buys?”
Or “what if people thing I’m being annoying?”
Or, worst yet, “what if no one is paying attention at all and I just hear crickets every time I post?”
And these are all totally natural fea...
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October 2, 2024 • 36 mins
Ah, the digital nomad life. Work from beautiful locations all over the world and have total freedom over your schedule every day. Sounds like a dream, right?
Well, today’s guest has made that dream a reality but it took a while to get there. Emily Gillespie, a digital strategist and content creator, spent years working on her side hustle in the evenings and weekends while she worked her 9-5. She finally made the leap to full-time fr...
Well, today’s guest has made that dream a reality but it took a while to get there. Emily Gillespie, a digital strategist and content creator, spent years working on her side hustle in the evenings and weekends while she worked her 9-5. She finally made the leap to full-time fr...
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September 18, 2024 • 32 mins
Content creators, influencers, and solo-travelers alike all know the struggle of trying to film content in public. “Are people judging me? Do I look super cringey?” These are common (and totally valid!) thoughts, but you can’t let fear of judgement keep you from creating the content you want.
In this episode, I’m sharing the 6 best tips for tackling the discomfort that comes with public content creation, so you can confidently step ...
In this episode, I’m sharing the 6 best tips for tackling the discomfort that comes with public content creation, so you can confidently step ...
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September 4, 2024 • 45 mins
If you’re tired of old-school financial advice that preaches restrictive spending so you can afford a house (because hey, that advice sucks and maybe you don’t even WANT to buy a house), this is the episode for you.
Mimi Cirbusova, a certified financial education instructor and shame-free money mentor, knows that money is a truly personal topic and that one-size-fits-all advice does not work here. In this conversation, Mimi shares h...
Mimi Cirbusova, a certified financial education instructor and shame-free money mentor, knows that money is a truly personal topic and that one-size-fits-all advice does not work here. In this conversation, Mimi shares h...
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August 21, 2024 • 45 mins
No to Normal just turned one! *shoots confetti*
That’s right, friends, the podcast is celebrating its one-year anniversary. And in order to celebrate this milestone, I wanted to take a little walk down memory lane and drop the very first guest episode I’ve ever done back in the feed.
My episode with Ainsley Blattel from Modern Rebel is still one of my favorite conversations to date, and I’m excited to share it with newer listeners wh...
That’s right, friends, the podcast is celebrating its one-year anniversary. And in order to celebrate this milestone, I wanted to take a little walk down memory lane and drop the very first guest episode I’ve ever done back in the feed.
My episode with Ainsley Blattel from Modern Rebel is still one of my favorite conversations to date, and I’m excited to share it with newer listeners wh...
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August 7, 2024 • 39 mins
What if the key to happiness, success, and personal fulfillment really came down to just putting fun, silly, and creative things out into the world? What if you embraced your crazy ideas instead of instantly thinking of all the reasons they won’t work?
In today’s episode, I’ve invited Kyle Scheele, author, keynote speaker, and the “Patron Saint of Crazy Ideas” to answer those questions!
Kyle shares how he became a keynote speaker aft...
In today’s episode, I’ve invited Kyle Scheele, author, keynote speaker, and the “Patron Saint of Crazy Ideas” to answer those questions!
Kyle shares how he became a keynote speaker aft...
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July 24, 2024 • 32 mins
The average price for a piece of UGC content is $212… but that’s not really enough to support yourself as a full-time creator, right? That’s where those 4-figure and recurring deals come in so handy! In today’s episode, I’m sharing the 4 things that I did to land my first $1,000 UGC deal, so you can do the same (even if you’re a new creator!)
Want personalized advice to help you on your UGC journey? Book a 60-minute “Ask Me Anything...
Want personalized advice to help you on your UGC journey? Book a 60-minute “Ask Me Anything...
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July 10, 2024 • 31 mins
If you’re interested in the personal development space like me, you’ve likely heard about the power of positive affirmations. Maybe you’ve even tried them out yourself, journaling or saying them when you first wake up.
“I am confidence. I am capable. I am abundant. I am successful.”
And while there is evidence to support that affirmations can be a healthy addition to your daily routine and effective in helping you develop a growth mi...
“I am confidence. I am capable. I am abundant. I am successful.”
And while there is evidence to support that affirmations can be a healthy addition to your daily routine and effective in helping you develop a growth mi...
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