How Good Can It Get
How Good Can It Get is a podcast for ambitious leaders, founders, and creatives who are ready to move beyond burnout, hustle culture, and surface-level success.
Hosted by Bree Johnson — former law firm executive turned leadership thinker and creator — this show explores what it really takes to heal work wounds, reclaim personal power, and build a life where success and fulfillment coexist.
Through thoughtful conversations and solo reflections, each episode examines the intersection of work, wealth, worth, and well-being, offering grounded insights on leadership, identity, nervous system regulation, career transitions, and the hidden emotional costs of modern ambition.
This is not productivity advice or performative self-help.
It’s a deeper inquiry into how we work, why we strive, and what it means to lead with clarity, integrity, and self-trust.
If you’re navigating burnout, redefining success, or questioning the systems you’ve been asked to perform within, this podcast offers a quieter, wiser path forward.
Tune in weekly and subscribe to explore how good life — and leadership — can truly get.
Episodes

Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
It's time to say CIAO for now! We're taking a short break on The Untamed Mind to dial in the content we're bringing you to elevate your work and wellbeing in 2025.
Be sure to say tuned because we can't wait to share what we have in store for you.
Connect with Host Bree Johnson
Insta: @breejohnsonofficial
Website: www.bree-johnson.com
Company: www.executiveunschool.com
Download Your Wellbeing Playbook: bit.ly/wellbeingplaybook

Monday Dec 16, 2024
Monday Dec 16, 2024
Connect with Host Bree Johnson
Insta: @breejohnsonofficial
Website: www.bree-johnson.com
Company: www.executiveunschool.com
Download Your Wellbeing Playbook: bit.ly/wellbeingplaybook

Wednesday Dec 11, 2024
Wednesday Dec 11, 2024
In this episode, Bree Johnson reflects on her transformative journey throughout 2024, sharing the significant lessons she learned about love, endings, health, problem-solving, and the importance of rest. She emphasizes the power of storytelling and self-reflection, encouraging listeners to consider their own growth and insights from the past year as they look forward to 2025.
Keywords: wellbeing, personal growth, life lessons, self-reflection, mental health, entrepreneurship, love, endings, health investments, problem-solving, rest
Takeaways
Telling our own stories is powerful.
I learned to love harder and more deeply.
Normalizing endings is crucial for growth.
Health investments are always a priority for me.
Problems are a natural part of life.
Rest without guilt is essential for well-being.
Reflecting on personal growth can reveal insights.
Visualizing the future can inspire hope.
Embracing change leads to personal transformation.
Connect with Host Bree Johnson
Insta: @breejohnsonofficial
Website: www.bree-johnson.com
Company: www.executiveunschool.com
Download Your Wellbeing Playbook: bit.ly/wellbeingplaybook

Monday Dec 09, 2024
Monday Dec 09, 2024
In this episode, Bree Johnson reflects on the business lessons learned in 2024, emphasizing the importance of authentic leadership, measuring what truly matters, and prioritizing health and wellbeing. She shares personal anecdotes and insights gained throughout the year, encouraging listeners to evaluate their own growth and lessons learned.
Keywords: business lessons, authentic leadership, measuring success, health and wellbeing, personal growth
Takeaways
2024 was a year of answers after many questions in 2023.
Authentic leadership involves staying true to oneself in business.
Measuring success should go beyond traditional KPIs.
Trusting oneself is crucial in entrepreneurship.
Health and wellbeing are foundational to business success.
It's important to reject outside noise and focus inward.
Wellbeing practices serve as guardrails for success.
Reflection on personal growth is essential for progress.
Creating space for self-evaluation leads to deeper insights.
Embracing a flow state in business can lead to unexpected success.
Connect with Host Bree Johnson
Insta: @breejohnsonofficial
Website: www.bree-johnson.com
Company: www.executiveunschool.com
Download Your Wellbeing Playbook: bit.ly/wellbeingplaybook

Wednesday Dec 04, 2024
Wednesday Dec 04, 2024
Bree Johnson hosts artist Kingsley, who shares her journey of breaking rules and redefining success in the music industry. Kingsley discusses her evolution from a local indie pop artist to an international recording artist, emphasizing the importance of self-love, creativity, and authenticity.
They explore manifestation, the power of belief, and the significance of breath work and meditation in personal transformation. Kingsley encourages listeners to find joy in simplicity and to embrace their unique paths without judgment.
Keywords: Kingsley, music, creativity, self-love, empowerment, breath work, meditation, authenticity, manifestation, personal growth
Takeaways
Kingsley believes in breaking rules to create her own path.
Creativity is essential for mental health and expression.
Manifestation plays a key role in Kingsley's music and life.
The music industry is evolving, and collaboration is vital.
Breath work and meditation are transformative practices.
Finding joy can be as simple as embracing silence.
Authenticity is the highest frequency one can achieve.
Accountability groups can help maintain focus and motivation.
Everyone has the capacity for joy; it's about finding it.
Dreaming big is crucial for personal and professional growth.
Connect with Guest Kingsley
Website: iamkingsley.comArtist site: patreon.com/kingsleymusicSocial: instagram.com/yokingsleymusic tiktok.com/@kingsleymusic
Connect with Host Bree Johnson
Insta: @breejohnsonofficial
Website: www.bree-johnson.com
Company: www.executiveunschool.com
Download Your Wellbeing Playbook: bit.ly/wellbeingplaybook

Monday Dec 02, 2024
Monday Dec 02, 2024
Host Bree Johnson shares her favorite books of the year. She discusses the impact of two business books, 'Profit First' and 'Who Not How', which have shaped her approach to business and problem-solving.
Additionally, she highlights two fiction books that resonated with her, emphasizing their cultural and historical significance. Bree also introduces the Goodreads app as a valuable tool for tracking reading progress and discovering new books.
Keywords: year-end recap, goal setting, book recommendations, business books, fiction books, personal growth, reading habits, Goodreads, Profit First, Who Not How
Takeaways
Year-end reflections can help assess personal growth.
Goodreads is a great tool for tracking reading habits.
Setting reading goals can be challenging but rewarding.
'Profit First' offers a new perspective on business finances.
'Who Not How' encourages collaboration over individual effort.
Fiction can provide deep insights into historical contexts.
Reading can be replaced by other productive activities.
Books can shape our understanding of diverse experiences.
Tracking metrics can enhance goal achievement.
Sharing book recommendations fosters community and learning.
Connect with Host Bree Johnson
Insta: @breejohnsonofficial
Website: www.bree-johnson.com
Company: www.executiveunschool.com
Download Your Wellbeing Playbook: bit.ly/wellbeingplaybook

Wednesday Nov 27, 2024
Wednesday Nov 27, 2024
Guest Laura Berman Fortgang discusses the challenges of career reinvention and the importance of understanding one's identity and purpose. She shares her personal journey from acting to coaching, emphasizing the need for self-acceptance and realistic self-assessment.
They also touch on the evolving landscape of leadership, the significance of purpose in work, and the necessity of adapting to change in both personal and professional realms.
Keywords: coaching, career reinvention, identity, purpose, leadership, personal development, self-improvement, mental health, work-life balance, transformation
Takeaways
The untamed mind often leads to negative self-talk.
Comparison can hinder personal growth and self-acceptance.
Measuring success should be based on personal bests, not external standards.
Identity shifts can be challenging but are essential for growth.
Purpose can guide individuals through career transitions.
Leadership today requires developing other leaders, not just being the answer person.
Entrepreneurship demands a different level of commitment and resilience.
Social media has changed the landscape of personal branding and reputation management.
Finding joy in work is crucial for long-term satisfaction.
Adapting to change is necessary to remain relevant in any field.
Connect with Guest Laura Berman Fortgang
Website: www.laurabermanfortgang.com
Clarity Guide: https://bit.ly/5StepClarityGuide
Coaching: https://www.thealistcoach.com/six-steps/
Connect with Host Bree Johnson
Insta: @breejohnsonofficial
Website: www.bree-johnson.com
Company: www.executiveunschool.com
Download Your Wellbeing Playbook: bit.ly/wellbeingplaybook

Monday Nov 25, 2024
Monday Nov 25, 2024
Bree Johnson explores the transformative power of gratitude, particularly in relation to our problems. She emphasizes that rather than seeking a problem-free life, we should embrace our challenges as opportunities for growth and learning.
Bree discusses how problems can provide meaning in our lives and how reframing our perspective on them can lead to resilience and self-compassion. She encourages listeners to view their struggles as integral to the human experience and to find gratitude even in difficult situations, especially during the season of Thanksgiving.
Keywords: gratitude, personal growth, embracing problems, resilience, self-compassion, lessons learned, problem-solving, human experience, Thanksgiving, mental health
Takeaways
Having a gratitude practice can help shift your mindset.
Being grateful for your problems can lead to personal growth.
The pursuit of a problem-free life is unrealistic and unfulfilling.
Problems drive innovation and creativity in our lives.
Acknowledging the difficulty of problems can lead to deeper gratitude.
Life is a series of challenges that shape who we are.
Reframing problems can build resilience and self-compassion.
Growth comes from solving a series of problems, not just one.
Problems are part of the human experience and should be embraced.
The struggle we face is often our greatest teacher.
Connect with Host Bree Johnson
Insta: @breejohnsonofficial
Website: www.bree-johnson.com
Company: www.executiveunschool.com
Download Your Wellbeing Playbook: bit.ly/wellbeingplaybook

Wednesday Nov 20, 2024
Wednesday Nov 20, 2024
Host Bree Johnson discussed IFS with Andrea Tessier, a certified Master Life Coach and Internal Family Systems (IFS) practitioner. They delve into the principles of IFS and parts work.
Andrea shares how understanding our internal parts can lead to profound healing and personal growth. The conversation also touches on navigating life transitions, building self-confidence, and the importance of acknowledging and nurturing our inner child. Andrea introduces a five-part email series designed to help listeners unlock their desires through manifestation and parts work, emphasizing the ripple effect this healing can have on our communities and families.
Keywords: IFS, Internal Family Systems, Parts Work, Life Coaching, Healing, Self-Discovery, Manifestation, Inner Child, Personal Growth, Mental Health
Takeaways
The untamed mind represents our authentic self before societal conditioning.
Internal Family Systems (IFS) helps us understand our internal parts.
Parts work allows us to acknowledge and nurture different aspects of ourselves.
Healing requires curiosity and compassion, not judgment.
Confidence is our natural state, obscured by protective parts.
Outsourcing security to external factors can lead to fear and doubt.
Building trust within ourselves is essential for personal growth.
Manifestation is more effective when we address our internal parts.
Every part of us has good intentions, even the challenging ones.
Healing our parts can create a positive ripple effect in our communities.
Connect with Guest Andrea Tessier
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/tessier.andrea/
Website: https://www.andreatessier.com/ifs-coaching-experience
IFS Email Series: https://www.andreatessier.com/comprehensive-email-series
Connect with Host Bree Johnson
Insta: @breejohnsonofficial
Website: www.bree-johnson.com
Company: www.executiveunschool.com
Download Your Wellbeing Playbook: bit.ly/wellbeingplaybook

Monday Nov 18, 2024
Monday Nov 18, 2024
In this episode of The Untamed Mind, Bree Johnson sits with her husband Josh to share a heartfelt life update, reflecting on their relationship growth and personal transformations over the past year.
They discuss the concept of 'Buffet Year,' a philosophy that encourages stepping outside of comfort zones by trying new things daily. Josh shares his journey of embracing music as a craft, the challenges of pursuing his passion, and the internal resistance he faces. The conversation highlights the importance of communication, shared experiences, and the courage to follow one's dreams.
Keywords: relationship growth, Buffet Year, personal development, communication, music, overcoming fear, life updates, family, self-discovery, creativity
Takeaways
2024 has been a beautiful year for our relationship.
We do more things together now, which has transformed our communication.
Buffet Year encourages trying new things to break out of comfort zones.
It's important to adopt a beginner's mindset when pursuing new interests.
Mastery requires consistent practice and dedication over time.
Internal resistance can hinder pursuing dreams, but it's essential to push through.
Creating a supportive environment fosters personal growth and exploration.
Music can be a powerful outlet for self-expression and healing.
It's never too late to pursue a passion or hobby.
Being vulnerable is a crucial part of the creative process.
Cheer Josh On
Insta: @imjoshjohnson
Website: www.buffetyear.com
Connect with Host Bree Johnson
Insta: @breejohnsonofficial
Website: www.bree-johnson.com
Company: www.executiveunschool.com
Download Your Wellbeing Playbook: bit.ly/wellbeingplaybook




