Welcome to the official home of the Nic & Nance podcast, hosted by Nicole Rousseau (Roo-so) and Fancy Nancy . After 20 years of friendship and navigating the highs and lows of the real estate industry, we’re stepping behind the mic to give you the raw, unfiltered truth about business, motherhood, and building a life in alignment. What You’ll Find Here: Polished Grit : Navigating tough markets and high-stakes business without losing your soul or your humor. The "Let Them" Mindset : Learning the power of boundaries, protecting your energy, and releasing what you can’t control. Confidence & Self-Love : Overcoming the "chatter" and internal doubt to find your true worth. Lifestyle : "Bougie-on-a-budget" tips from Fancy Nancy , the ultimate Maxxinista who knows how to find luxury in every aisle. Meet Your Hosts: Nicole Rousseau (Roo-so) : A competitive athlete and
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Episode #9
The Myth of Having It All: Burnout, Boundaries & Finding Your Whimsy
Jul 8, 202652 min
Welcome back to Nic & Nance: A Little Real, A Little Fancy! In this episode, we sit down with licensed mental health clinician Angel Howard, founder of Dragonfly Counseling, to dismantle the societal facade of "having it all." If you are a high-functioning woman, mom, or entrepreneur who constantly carries the invisible load, this deep dive into female mental health, burnout, and generational cycle-breaking is for you. Angel breaks down why "balance" is a myth, how to trade it for true harmony, and why women tend to deflate like balloons the second they get home. In this episode, we cover: ✅ The Mask of Excellence: Why high-performing women mask their exhaustion and how to start showing up authentically. ✅ Signs of Burnout: How chronic overload manifests as irritation, fogginess, resentment, and unexpected meltdowns over minor things (like a dirty rug!). ✅ The Root of the Tree: Why our relationship with our mothers and maternal figures serves as our first subconscious blueprint for stress. ✅ The Revolution of Rest: Practical steps to unlearn the "work until you die" mentality and find non-negotiable safe spaces. ✅ Finding Your "Whimsy": Why most adult women lose their hobbies and how to intentionally bring joy back into your weekly schedule. ✨ Connect with Angel Howard & Dragonfly Counseling If you are ready to stop managing the fire on your own and want to step into a life of genuine harmony, reach out to Angel for a consultation: ➡️ Instagram: @authentically_rooted_ 📧 Email: authenticunions@gmail.com Book a Session: Reach out via her email or the intake form on the practice website to see if Angelita is the right fit for your mental health alignment and seasonal growth. Chapters 0:00 Intro: Welcome to Nic & Nance 1:00 Mental Health Stigmas & High-Functioning Anxiety 2:00 The Facade of Balance: You Can’t Have It All at Once 3:30 Deflating Like Balloons: The Mask We Wear 5:10 Non-Negotiable Self-Care: Baths, Workouts & Car Silence 6:45 The Trash Can Analogy: What Happens When You Hide Your Stress 8:00 Breaking Generational Motherhood Cycles 9:15 The Danger of Saying "You're Fine" to Kids 11:00 Ambition vs. External Pressure: Filtering by Values 13:10 Learning to Say No & Stepping Out of the 20s Hustle Mentality 16:00 What Burnout Actually Looks Like: Fog, Irritation & Resentment 18:30 Autopilot Driving and the Queen of Dissociation 19:15 When to See a Therapist (Before the Dumpster Fire Starts) 20:50 Tracing Stress to the Root: Analyzing the Maternal Blueprint 23:30 The Reality of Modern Dual-Income Pressures 25:15 The Disappearance of the Middle Class & Essential Soft Skills 26:30 The Press-On Nail Movement vs. Self-Care Aesthetics 27:45 The Instagram Comparison Trap & Aesthetic Standards 28:45 Timer Strategies for Rest & Escaping the driveway 31:15 Do You Have a Hobby? Walking the Aisles of TJ Maxx 32:45 Apple Music Karaoke & Bedazzling as Therapy 34:15 The Stress of Protein Goals and Sardine Diets 35:30 Mom-Shaming and the Brutal Realities of No Maternity Leave 45:45 Loneliness and Building a Community in Your 40s 48:30 Embracing Self-Acceptance & Giving Fewer F*cks 50:15 Final Takeaways: Getting Your Whimsy Back
The Myth of Having It All: Burnout, Boundaries & Finding Your Whimsy
Jul 8, 202652 minS0
Welcome back to Nic & Nance: A Little Real, A Little Fancy! In this episode, we sit down with licensed mental health clinician Angel Howard, founder of Dragonfly Counseling, to dismantle the societal facade of "having it all."<br /><br />If you are a high-functioning woman, mom, or entrepreneur who constantly carries the invisible load, this deep dive into female mental health, burnout, and generational cycle-breaking is for you. Angel breaks down why "balance" is a myth, how to trade it for true harmony, and why women tend to deflate like balloons the second they get home.<br /><br />In this...
Unreasonable Hospitality & "The Dumber the Better" Content Strategy
Jun 3, 202644 minS0
Welcome back to Nic & Nance: A Little Real, A Little Fancy! In this episode, Nicole Rousseau and Fancy Nancy are "rolling with it" after a guest mishap, leading to a candid conversation about the reality of being a high-producing "Queen" while managing professional slip-ups and "mom brain."<br /><br />We dive deep into the massive $880 million acquisition of RE/MAX by Real Brokerage and discuss how the industry is shifting toward a handful of "heavy hitter" companies. Plus, Nicole shares her experience with the "Glow Stack" and "Wolverine" peptides for anti-inflammation and skin quality (disclaimer: we aren't doctors!).<br /><br />...
Is it Perimenopause? Decoding the "Report Card" of Your Period with Anna Sneed
Apr 2, 202648 minS0
Welcome to Nic & Nance: A Little Real, A Little Fancy! In this episode, we sit down with Anna Sneed, co-founder of The Agenda. Period, to pull back the curtain on women's hormones and how they affect your business, your body, and your marriage.<br /><br />If you've been feeling "off," experiencing low libido, or feeling overwhelmed by your career, it might not be you—it might be your hormones. Anna explains the "Cheat Code" for navigating perimenopause and why a staggering 74% of divorces are initiated by women during this hormonal shift.<br /><br />In this episode, we cover:<br />✅ The 4 Phase...
2026 is Different: Here's Why the Horse Year Transforms Business
Mar 6, 202636 minS2
Welcome to the first Collective Podcast of 2026! In this episode, Nicole Rouseau and Fancy Nancy dive into the 2026 real estate market, exploring how AI and ChatGPT are revolutionizing home searches through Redfin. We’re also shifting gears to focus on women’s health, empowerment, and business growth as we embrace the energy of the Year of the Horse.<br /><br />In this episode, you’ll learn:<br />✅ How to optimize your real estate listings for AI-driven searches.<br />✅ Strategies for outsourcing and delegating to reclaim your time.<br />✅ The "Snake vs. Horse" mindset: Shedding what no longer serves you.<br />✅ Practical tips for...
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