Mostly All Figured Out

How to Stop Caring What People Think (And Start Living Authentically) with Leighton Jones

Okay. This episode? It’s one of those conversations that stays with you.This week on Mostly All Figured Out, I’m sitting down with my incredible friend Leighton Jones - dancer, nurse, immigrant, political advocate, community builder, and one of the most fearless humans I know.We talk about what it actually means and looks like to stop caring what people think… and why that’s way harder than Instagram makes it look.Leighton shares his story of immigrating from Jamaica to the U.S. at 19, growing up in a country where being gay is illegal, surviving bullying and violence, and choosing - over and over again - to live authentically anyway. And let me tell you… this conversation will make you rethink what bravery really looks like.We get into:Why your reaction is your powerHow to stop people-pleasing (especially when it’s your default)The difference between online connection and real-life communityImmigrant resilience and the trauma people don’t talk aboutFacing fears around money, business, and asking for what you’re worthWhat it looks like to choose joy on purposeThere’s laughter. There’s real talk. There are uncomfortable truths. There’s a moment where I get lovingly called out (and honestly? I needed it).If you’ve ever:Held yourself back because you were afraid of being judgedStruggled to show up authentically onlineFelt torn between who you are and who people expect you to beNeeded permission to choose yourselfThis one’s for you.We’re stepping into 2026 with courage, boundaries, bold energy, and way less caring about what the wrong people think.Let’s get into it 💛Follow Leighton for all the details on dance classes and what he's up to next on IG @leejay____Support the show💸 Want to support the pod? There’s a new listener support option now! Click the link above to be a part of the "Bunch of MAFOs" and I'll love you forever. Thank you to the current bunch!! Paul F, Michael H, Bridget W, Sam S, Ben S, Lauren B, Maria Q, Lizzy, Brandon G, and Mama 💜 What to do now? Subscribe to the channel! Episodes drop Thursdays. Usually. Follow us on Instagram: @mostlyallfiguredout To connect with me about event and fundraising consulting for your nonprofit, shoot me a DM on IG @inspiredeventscollective! Subscribe to the YouTube Channel to watch the episodes: @mostlyallfiguredout ‬ Please rate and review the podcast! It really helps to get it in front of more people. And we love you for it. Show theme music by: @4thstringaudio Thank you to our sponsor - Mercury Salon! Head to Mercury at 43 Allen Street to see Felicia and have all of your hairy needs met. Call her to book an appointment: (716) 883-8800

Quarter-Milli Energy: How I Set Goals for 2026

It’s 2026, babies, and you know what that means. It’s goal-setting time. In this solo episode, I’m sharing exactly how I’m planning my year, my goals (big and tiny), and what actually worked for me in 2025. From ADHD chaos to hair loss hell to realizing I’ve been emotionally held hostage by one lipstick comment since 2013 -this one’s a full-on heart-to-heart. I talk about quitting Adderall, reorganizing my office mid-spiral, the reason behind my word of the year (MONEYYY), and building real systems to actually follow through on goals.If you’re a neurodivergent human, a chronically overextended woman, or just tired of setting resolutions that flop by February - this one’s for you. You’ll leave with a tangible, doable system for setting goals that make sense (and stick), plus a reminder that you’re not alone in trying to figure it all out.Support the show💸 Want to support the pod? There’s a new listener support option now! Click the link above to be a part of the "Bunch of MAFOs" and I'll love you forever. Thank you to the current bunch!! Paul F, Michael H, Bridget W, Sam S, Ben S, Lauren B, Maria Q, Lizzy, Brandon G, and Mama 💜 What to do now? Subscribe to the channel! Episodes drop Thursdays. Usually. Follow us on Instagram: @mostlyallfiguredout To connect with me about event and fundraising consulting for your nonprofit, shoot me a DM on IG @inspiredeventscollective! Subscribe to the YouTube Channel to watch the episodes: @mostlyallfiguredout ‬ Please rate and review the podcast! It really helps to get it in front of more people. And we love you for it. Show theme music by: @4thstringaudio Thank you to our sponsor - Mercury Salon! Head to Mercury at 43 Allen Street to see Felicia and have all of your hairy needs met. Call her to book an appointment: (716) 883-8800

The One Thing That Can Change Your Life This Year

Hi friends! Welcome back to Mostly All Figured Out! It’s 2026, and I’m kicking off this year by choosing a theme for myself that feels big and a little scary: money. Yep. This is the year I stop playing small, stop doing free labor, and start owning the value I bring - in business, in life, in everything.In this episode, I’m reflecting on the past few years of choosing a "word of the year" (remember freedom? gamechanger? routine?) and sharing why this year is all about financial growth, CEO energy, and actually believing I’m the boss I already am. I’m diving into what held me back before, what I’m focusing on now, and what I’m no longer available for (spoiler alert: burnout and undercharging).If you’ve been feeling stuck in survival mode, unsure how to level up, or just need a nudge to finally pick your own word of the year - this one’s for you.I’m talking about:How I pick my annual theme and why it mattersWhat “money” really means to me this yearThe tough love I got from a friend that changed everythingADHD, routines, and finding a rhythm that actually worksAnd how I plan to grow this podcast and my income this yearLet’s make 2026 the year we show up differently - more confident, more intentional, and more in charge of our lives. What’s your theme for the year? Let me know. Let’s do this together.Support the show💸 Want to support the pod? There’s a new listener support option now! Click the link above to be a part of the "Bunch of MAFOs" and I'll love you forever. Thank you to the current bunch!! Paul F, Michael H, Bridget W, Sam S, Ben S, Lauren B, Maria Q, Lizzy, Brandon G, and Mama 💜 What to do now? Subscribe to the channel! Episodes drop Thursdays. Usually. Follow us on Instagram: @mostlyallfiguredout To connect with me about event and fundraising consulting for your nonprofit, shoot me a DM on IG @inspiredeventscollective! Subscribe to the YouTube Channel to watch the episodes: @mostlyallfiguredout ‬ Please rate and review the podcast! It really helps to get it in front of more people. And we love you for it. Show theme music by: @4thstringaudio Thank you to our sponsor - Mercury Salon! Head to Mercury at 43 Allen Street to see Felicia and have all of your hairy needs met. Call her to book an appointment: (716) 883-8800

How Working From Home Helped Me Create an Intentional Christmas (and an Evening Routine That Stuck)

In this episode of Mostly All Figured Out, I’m sharing how working from home unexpectedly helped me create a more intentional holiday season, build an evening routine that actually stuck, and be more present with my kids during December.I knew going into this month that I’d have the boys a lot - their dad was gone for most of December - and I didn’t want to look back and feel like I missed it while technically being there the whole time. So I got intentional with my days, locked in during work hours, and built small systems that supported the kind of mom and human I wanted to be this season.We talk about:Working from home as a system (not just a vibe)Building an evening routine without forcing itHabit stacking and ADHD-friendly routinesHow washing the dishes every night completely changed my life (swear to God, I'm just as shocked as you are)Being present with your kids without burning yourself outWhy small, supportive habits matter more than big overhaulsI also share a quick update on working on the inauguration reception for Buffalo’s incoming mayor, Sean Ryan, and why there’s no real slowing down as the year wraps up.If you’ve been craving calmer days, better routines, or proof that small changes can actually change how your life feels - this episode is for you 💛Support the show💸 Want to support the pod? There’s a new listener support option now! Click the link above to be a part of the "Bunch of MAFOs" and I'll love you forever. Thank you to the current bunch!! Paul F, Michael H, Bridget W, Sam S, Ben S, Lauren B, Maria Q, Lizzy, Brandon G, and Mama 💜 What to do now? Subscribe to the channel! Episodes drop Thursdays. Usually. Follow us on Instagram: @mostlyallfiguredout To connect with me about event and fundraising consulting for your nonprofit, shoot me a DM on IG @inspiredeventscollective! Subscribe to the YouTube Channel to watch the episodes: @mostlyallfiguredout ‬ Please rate and review the podcast! It really helps to get it in front of more people. And we love you for it. Show theme music by: @4thstringaudio Thank you to our sponsor - Mercury Salon! Head to Mercury at 43 Allen Street to see Felicia and have all of your hairy needs met. Call her to book an appointment: (716) 883-8800

The Tiny Bedtime Habit That Made a Big Difference

In this episode of Mostly All Figured Out, we are talking about the one habit that turned me from a stressy, scroll-til-midnight gremlin into a cozy, journal-writing, gym-going, calm mom. That’s right: I stopped bringing my phone to bed. And babies? I'm a changed woman.I’ll share:Why I started accidentally journaling (and my realization that there is no 'right' way to do it)How ditching screens led me to sexy romance novels (A Court of Thorns and Roses? Not for me. Sorry to the fae community.)The cozy and healing magic of tarot cards and my guilty pleasure tarot interpreter - DON'T JUDGE ME I'M JUST A GIRLA little love letter to my favorite podcast that re-lit my fire for personal growthThe very real ADHD struggles with time, routine, and money - and how I’m finally fighting back with better habitsThis month’s new healthy habit: working from home (and not bankrupting myself at coffee shops anymore)And the mantra saving my life right now: My reaction is my powerPlus, I share what I’ve been up to, what’s been working, and how this whole one-new-habit-a-month thing is slowly shifting my life.Listen if you’re:Craving a dopamine detoxTired of being tired all the timeCurious about how tiny changes can create massive momentumA single parent, an ADHD girlie, or someone just trying to hold it all together no screen bedtime habit, ADHD and routines, healthy habit podcast, self care for moms, tarot for beginners, journaling mental health, dopamine detox, working from home ADHD, romance books for anxiety, mostly all figured out podcastSupport the show💸 Want to support the pod? There’s a new listener support option now! Click the link above to be a part of the "Bunch of MAFOs" and I'll love you forever. Thank you to the current bunch!! Paul F, Michael H, Bridget W, Sam S, Ben S, Lauren B, Maria Q, Lizzy, Brandon G, and Mama 💜 What to do now? Subscribe to the channel! Episodes drop Thursdays. Usually. Follow us on Instagram: @mostlyallfiguredout To connect with me about event and fundraising consulting for your nonprofit, shoot me a DM on IG @inspiredeventscollective! Subscribe to the YouTube Channel to watch the episodes: @mostlyallfiguredout ‬ Please rate and review the podcast! It really helps to get it in front of more people. And we love you for it. Show theme music by: @4thstringaudio Thank you to our sponsor - Mercury Salon! Head to Mercury at 43 Allen Street to see Felicia and have all of your hairy needs met. Call her to book an appointment: (716) 883-8800