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105 | Failing Spectacularly, Cycle Curiosity, Embracing Seasons of Life and Entrepreneurship with Brittany MacLeod

  • Emily Reuschel
  • Jul 17, 2024
  • 5 min read

Gather in Growth Podcast episode #001

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I’m excited to welcome my new friend, Brittany MacLeod, as today’s podcast guest!


Brittany MacLeod is a fashion and lifestyle influencer and the owner of MacLeod Media, a social media marketing agency. She loves all things content creation, and supports her clients by taking their content from boring to buzzworthy, and putting them on the social media map. Brittany is exceptional at what she does, and she considers herself a multi-passionate soul. From being a wedding photographer to building a very successful interior design business (also very rapidly), she hasn’t been afraid to explore her passions over the years, and fully pursue entrepreneurship. Unfortunately, she also quickly learned that the ‘fear of failure’, and being judged by others, was controlling her more than she realized. After dealing with crippling anxiety, Brittany felt like God was calling her to step away from her design business, and the small town she grew up in near Nova Scotia, Canada. Ultimately, she found peace and healing in a completely new place, where nobody knew her, and was no longer concerned about what others would think of her life choices.


In today’s episode, Brittany and I discuss failing spectacularly, cycle curiosity, embracing seasons of life and entrepreneurship, and more. Even though it felt extremely scary for Brittany to leave her design business behind (especially since she had no idea of what the future held), walking through the worst-case scenario and the fear she built up was the best thing that could have happened. So often, failing spectacularly is just a stepping stone on the path of where we’re truly meant to go; it’s not something we need to avoid at all costs, and it can actually bring deep restoration for us. We also share our thoughts on the incredibly beautiful gift that is our menstrual cycle, and why it truly is a superpower for us as women! When we begin to normalize the conversation and choose curiosity surrounding our cycle, we’re able to fully step into our power. We shouldn’t feel like we have to hide our emotions, our menstrual cycles, or anything else that makes up our unique design – ALL of it can be leveraged for good in our lives!


Whatever season of life you’re currently in, it’s important to embrace this season, and think about what you actually need. Your goals don’t have an expiration date, and you also don’t have to wait for 20, 30, or 40 years from now to start living the life you actually want to live (contrary to what society will lead you to believe). If you’re ready for more purpose, joy, peace, health, and wealth, ALL of these things (and more) are possible for you to create, right where you are, RIGHT now!


Brittany MacLeod is a fashion and lifestyle influencer and the owner of MacLeod Media, a social media marketing agency. Born and raised in a small town on a picturesque island off the coast of Nova Scotia, Canada, Brittany has always embraced her entrepreneurial spirit and passion for creativity. As a multi-passionate entrepreneur, Brittany isn’t afraid to try new things and learn from every experience, making her a relatable and inspiring figure in the digital space. Whether she’s curating her daily OOTD posts or creating content for her diverse roster of MacLeod Media clients, Brittany’s authentic voice and innovative strategies set her apart. With a keen eye for trends and a deep understanding of social media dynamics, Brittany has helped numerous brands amplify their online presence and connect meaningfully with their audiences.


In this episode about failing spectacularly, cycle curiosity, embracing seasons of life and entrepreneurship, we cover:

  • Brittany’s multi-passionate entrepreneurial journey + how she navigated the ‘fear of failure’ mindset, anxiety, and more as a business owner

  • The deep, transformative healing that Brittany experienced away from the small town she grew up in + why it’s okay to leave and immerse yourself somewhere new too

  • Why ‘spectacular failure’ is simply a stepping stone on the path of where you’re meant to go (and not something you need to avoid)

  • Finding true peace in your unique season of life

  • Changing the narrative and normalizing the conversation surrounding the menstrual cycle + celebrating the superpower that it truly is for women

  • Why being super ‘emotional’ and feeling deeply does NOT have to be a negative thing

  • The current season of ‘survival’ Brittany is living + how awareness has played a much more significant role in her life recently

  • Not getting caught up in the ‘and then’ mentality, but instead, choosing to find joy and purpose in the everyday life you are already living

  • Why you actually don’t have to wait 20+ years from now to live the life you want and dream of

  • Being okay with letting go and not doing #allthethings (because you weren’t meant to anyway)


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Gather in Growth is more than a podcast—it’s a sanctuary for women coming home to themselves and each other. A sacred space to expand horizons, reignite our power, and live unapologetically as our fullest, most authentic selves.


Hosted by Emily Reuschel, this is a gathering place for the doers, dreamers, and seekers who crave connection, purpose, and meaningful impact. Through raw conversations and soul-deep reflections, we’ll embrace curiosity, step to the edges of our comfort zones, and defy expectations.


Picture this: women gathered around a fire, sharing stories with open hearts—connecting, healing, and evolving together. That’s the spirit of Gather in Growth. This is our space to awaken and embody the lives we’ve been yearning for—lives rooted in alignment, guided by intuition, and built with intention.


If you’re ready to move beyond limits and labels, cultivate deep inner trust, and courageously embrace the magic of who you are, then welcome home. Together, let’s Gather in Growth.


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