Finding Calm in the Chaos using this 3 C Formula with Natalie Benamou

by | Feb 19, 2025 | Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Mentoring

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Lately, life has felt like a whirlwind—so much change, so much uncertainty. You’re not imagining it. Women everywhere are feeling it too. But there’s good news: You don’t have to navigate this alone.

This episode is all about shifting the energy, finding your center, and reminding yourself that no matter what’s happening around you, you have the power to feel grounded, supported, and uplifted.

Host Natalie Benamou shares The 3 C Formula—Connection, Community, and Care—a simple and effective way to bring more ease, joy, and resilience into your life.

1. Connection: A Simple Way to Shift Your Energy

Have you ever had a conversation that instantly made you feel lighter? A shared laugh with a stranger, a quick check-in with a friend, or a moment when someone truly sees you? That’s the power of connection.

💡 Three Ways to Create Instant Connection:

      • Say hello to someone new today—whether it’s in line at the coffee shop or in a meeting.
      • Send a quick text to a friend just to let them know you’re thinking of them.
      • Introduce two people who should know each other—you never know what magic might happen!

✨ "Close your eyes. Who do you see? Reach out to her today. The ripple effect will be bigger than you imagine."

2. Community: The People Who Lift You Higher

When you’re surrounded by women who believe in you, everything changes. The right community isn’t just a place—it’s an energy, a force that keeps you moving forward even on the hardest days.

Take Dominique Luster. She first joined this podcast as a guest, and that moment led her to something bigger—she joined the HerCsuite® Women Entrepreneur Mastermind. That connection introduced her to Hope Mueller, who invited her to speak at the CLIMB retreat.

One introduction led to another, and Dominique met Dr. Ronicka Briscoe and Jen Pestikas. Inspired by their journeys, she set a goal to write a book—and now she’s contributing to two. And it didn’t stop there. She connected with Mylene Barizo, Founder of Leadership Ladder, and through their collaboration, Dominique’s business grew to double six figures.

✨ "The right community doesn’t just support you—it propels you forward."

3. Care: When You Feel Strong, You Can Do Anything

Care isn’t about taking a break when you’ve earned it. It’s about choosing, every day, to give yourself what you need to feel strong, steady, and clear.

💡 Three Simple Ways to Care for Yourself Today:

      • Move. It doesn’t have to be a workout—just stretch, dance, take a deep breath.
      • Take a break. Even 10 minutes to step away can reset your entire day.
      • Let go of what you can’t control. Try the Mel Robbins "Let Them… Let Me" method:
              • Let them do what they do.
              • Let me focus on what truly matters.

✨ "Caring for yourself isn’t selfish—it’s the foundation for everything else."

One Small Step Today—Then Watch What Happens


This episode is your reminder that small shifts create big change.

Today, choose just one thing: connect with someone, engage in a community, or take a moment for yourself. Then, do it again tomorrow.

If this episode lifted you up, share it with a friend or colleague. And if you’re looking for a place where women truly support each other, explore Women Leaders on the Move at HerCsuite®.com.

💡 "When women lift each other up, we all rise." 

Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you.

Thank you for listening to this show- join me and all of the podcast guests in Women on the Move!

Resources:
Dominque Luster: We are Women Who Change History
CLIMB Conferences
Dominque Luster
Mylene Barizo
Hope Mueller
Dr. Ronicka Briscoe

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Connect with Host Natalie Benamou, Founder HerCsuite®

Natalie is the host of "Women Leaders on the Move'' and the Founder of HerCsuite®, a powerful women's network with mastermind memberships and Women on the Move membership connecting listeners with guests of this show. She is dedicated to making it easier for women to achieve success in all aspects of their lives. Natalie is also the Founder and President of HER HEALTHX, a nonprofit focused on improving health outcomes for women.

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