Welcome to She Said It Anyway – the podcast where we talk about the things women aren’t supposed to say. The doubts, the dreams, the struggles, the ambition, the real shit that’s on your heart. I’m your host, Justine Farnen – a Marine veteran, mindset coach, and a woman who refuses to play small. If you’ve ever felt like you were too much and not enough at the same time, this is for you. So pull up a chair, take a deep breath, and let’s get into it. Because I’m saying it anyway.
Before we dive into the strategies, the mindset shifts, and the conversations that will challenge you to build a life you're proud of, I think you deserve to know who's sitting behind the microphone.
In this episode, I'm sharing the story behind Back to You—the experiences that shaped me, the seasons that broke me, and the lessons that ultimately became the foundation of everything I teach today.
This isn't just a story about childhood trauma, the military, divorce, motherhood, or rebuilding my life. It's about identity. It's about what happens when you spend years surviving, taking care of everyone else, and slowly lose sight of who you are in the process.
If you've ever looked around at your life and thought, "How did I get here?" or "I don't even know who I am anymore,"this episode is for you.
My hope is that by the end of this conversation, you'll realize you don't need to become someone new. You just need to find your way back to yourself.
If this episode resonates with you and you're ready to stop consuming content and start creating real change, I'd love to invite you to join me at my Back to You Retreat in Nashville this October. It's an intimate weekend designed to help women reconnect with themselves, gain clarity on the life they actually want, and leave with a plan to start building it. You'll find all the details and application information in the links below.
If you enjoyed today's episode, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a woman who needs the reminder that it's never too late to come back to herself.
Until next time… keep finding your way back to you.
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24 Jun 2026
The moment you stop playing small, people start calling you arrogant.
A comment on one of my videos this week turned into a much bigger conversation about growth, ambition, self-trust, and what happens when the people around you get uncomfortable with the version of you that's evolving.
In this episode, I'm sharing the story behind the comment, why it lit a fire under my ass, and the lessons I've learned about building a life that doesn't require everyone else's approval.
We talk about the difference between remembering where you came from and staying there, why some people mistake confidence for arrogance, and how other people's reactions to your growth often have very little to do with you.
If you've ever felt judged for wanting more, struggled with making yourself smaller to keep the peace, or found yourself explaining your goals to people who were never going to understand them anyway, this episode is for you.
Because at some point, you have to decide whether you're going to build the life you want or spend your time making other people comfortable with the life you've settled for.
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30 Oct 2025
It Doesn’t Have to Be Perfect to Be Powerful
This week’s episode is a raw one — no studio, no edits, just me and the mic.
I’ve been holding myself back from podcasting because I wanted it to look perfect before I let it be real. But here’s the truth: perfection is just procrastination in disguise. So we’re done waiting. I’m showing up messy, honest, and fully myself — and I hope this reminds you that you can too.
If you’ve been stuck in “it’s not ready yet” energy, this one’s your wake-up call. You don’t need a flawless plan or setup — you just need to start.
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16 Oct 2025
The Confidence You Build When You Keep Your Word (Retreat Recap Part 2)
This episode is raw, real, and straight from my heart. Coming off my Charleston retreat, I wanted to take you behind the scenes — not just of the event itself, but what it taught me about confidence, self-trust, and becoming the woman who actually follows through on what she says she wants.
I’m breaking down how confidence isn’t something you’re born with — it’s something you build by keeping promises to yourself, showing up when it’s hard, and refusing to abandon your own potential. This isn’t a highlight reel; it’s a look inside my mind, my journey, and the future I’m building one bold decision at a time.
If you’ve ever struggled with consistency, self-belief, or feeling like you’re “starting over” again and again — this one’s for you.
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3 Oct 2025
Behind the Retreat: What Really Happened in Charleston (Pt. 1)
Hosting my first retreat in Charleston, SC, was surreal—like watching my vision board come alive. In this episode (part 1 of 2), I’m breaking down how it all came together, the powerful shifts that happened in the room, and the lessons I’ll carry forward forever. Whether you were there with me or not, this is your front-row seat.
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24 Apr 2025
The Move, The Mission, The Magic
In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and bringing you into the chaos, the clarity, and the calling behind the last few weeks. From navigating a major move and my son’s health journey, to manifesting the exact house I once dreamed of — I’m sharing it all.
I talk about what it really looks like to build your business while life is life-ing, how I stayed anchored in vision, and why this next chapter — especially the fall retreat — means more to me than ever before.
If you’ve ever felt like everything’s falling apart right before something clicks into place... this one’s for you.
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3 Apr 2025
Betting on Herself: How Alison Dorton Built a Business While Raising a Family
This one’s for the women who feel like they're constantly choosing between their dreams and their family. In this episode, Alison Dorton gets real about building a consulting business while raising kids and navigating stepmom life. We talk about burnout, boundaries, and what it really takes to stop playing small and build something of your own—even when life is already full.
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27 Mar 2025
Manifestation, Momentum & My Life Lately
This week’s episode is a little behind-the-scenes and a little tough love.
I’m giving you a raw life update, unpacking what’s been going on lately—and dropping some powerful coaching around energy, alignment, and what it actually means to manifest what you want. Spoiler: it’s not journaling in a cute notebook and waiting for the universe to deliver.
If your energy’s been off… if you’ve been chasing goals but feeling disconnected… or if you keep saying you want something but your life doesn’t reflect it yet—this one’s for you.
Let’s talk about momentum, clarity, and the habits that are quietly sabotaging your next level.
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9 Oct 2024
I'm Back! Kicking Off a New Chapter + The Winter Arc Lab Challenge
Hey! 🎙️ After a year-long break, I’m beyond excited to be back on the mic, ready to make this podcast a top priority again. Taking a step back gave me the space to reflect, recharge, and reimagine what this platform could be—and I can't wait to share it all with you! 💫
In this episode, I dive into where I’ve been, what’s changed, and how I’m showing up with even more passion to help you reclaim your dreams and goals. Plus, I’m announcing the Winter Arc Lab Challenge—a powerful 3 month experience to help you reset, refocus, and reignite your momentum before the new year! 🔥
Get ready for more inspiration, actionable strategies, and a whole lot of heart as we step into this next chapter together.
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1 Nov 2023
5 Steps to Increase Your Confidence TODAY
Want to know how you can start building your confidence? I'm giving you straight up practical tips you can implement into your life immediately. If you're an action taker, and you're sick of your own shit (AKA, done with your victim mentality) then this is the episode for you!
Join us inside The Mindset Makeover here:
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PS. My first ever in person event is coming in January 2024! Make sure you're on my email list for all the details. Space is limited & you don't want to miss this!
25 Oct 2023
How to Navigate Your Fear of Failure & Crush the Last 3 Months of the Year
Is failure your only guaranteed outcome? No. Fuck no, actually. The only guaranteed thing is that if you don't push through your fears & go after it - you'll never achieve that goal or dream.
Inside this quick 15 min episode you'll find practical tips & tools that you can implement today to get you closer to that dream of yours.
If you found this episode helpful, share with a friend! Tag me on social if you share as well :)
xo, Justine
18 Oct 2023
Let's Get Into It.... Spilling ALL the tea from my life + Lessons I've Learned Along the Way
If you've ever wondered if your experience is completely unique to you... well - buckle up bitch. It's not LOL So many of us experience similar things yet we don't speak about them for fear of being judged. This episode is my life in under 60 mins & so many of the fucked up things I've walked through. I'm telling you all of this for a few reasons:
I don't want you to feel alone anymore
I want to establish that I've been where you are
Building trust
If I've done it, you can too
I hope you walk away with some motivation & inspiration to take control of your life. Let's do this together!
xo, Justine
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Email: hello@justinefarnen.com
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