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Have you ever felt that you were squeezing yourself to fit inside a box not built for or by you? In today's episode , a true badass babe, Betsy Pepine, teaches us how to punch a hole in the boxes that bind us. Betsy is a Serial Entrepreneur and Author on a mission to lead the way into a world where people reveal against the labels that tell them what they are supposed to do with their lives. She o...

What if there was a simple method to survive your suffering and come out of it thriving and energized? What if you could do that by simply putting your headphones on and picking your favorite soundtrack? In this episode, the extraordinary Kathy Harmon-Luber invites us to explore music's almost miraculous healing properties. One morning like any other, Kathy experienced a harrowing lower back pain...

We got used to thinking that life is that thing that happens while we are busy doing other things. We’re totally comfortable prioritizing visits with family, kids, our work, and seldom ourselves. No wonder why most of us experience burnout. In today's episode, Dr. Nekeshia Hammond joins us to share a valuable lesson: Making yourself your #1 priority is not selfish, it is a selfless act. Dr. Nekesh...

"If you have the guts to take the first step, the second step will show itself. You do not have to worry about the second or the third step; you will be on the path." - Johanna Crawford. In this episode, I'm joined by the inspiring Johanna Crawford. Johanna is the Author of "It Takes A Woman To Empower Women" and the Founder of Web of Benefit (WOB). This non-profit operated from 2004 to 2016 and a...

Not too long after Elise Russell 's "Jerry McGuire moment," she realized she should've prepared herself better before leaving the safety of her corporate job to start her own thing. Ironically, those kinds of rookie mistakes make her such an authentic, relatable, and reliable character: everything she shares comes from valuable lessons learned the hard way. In today's episode, you'll have some ans...

When was the last time you took your inner child to the park? In today's episode, I'm joined by Jonna Watson, School Psychologist, Momma bear of four, Podcaster, and children's book Author. Despite her innate love for crafting stories and participating in countless writing competitions as a child, Jonna sank into the endless to-do lists of adulthood and simply stopped writing. After much self-deve...

One of the things that makes imposter syndrome so tricky is to make you believe you are the only one feeling that way. Even the most accomplished person you know, most likely second-guessed themselves and asked if not hundreds, thousands of times: am I good enough? If you have anything important to say to your imposter syndrome, you better do it today because, after today's episode, you might not...

The perfect moment for a pivotal change in your career exists: it is whenever you are ready for it. In today's episode, Dr. Breese Annable joins us to shed some light on the many changes mid-life women go through that aren't talked about a lot, either considered taboo or simply ignored to "avoid making others uncomfortable:" Dr. Annable is a Licenced Clinical Psychologist, Women's Coach, and Empow...

Have you ever woken up one day wanting just to pack a bag and go to see the world? What is stopping you from doing it? After listening to today's episode, chances are you'll blow the dust from your bags, check if your passport is still valid, and whisper to yourself in a sigh, why not? Meet Heather Wick, Mom of three, the wife of a super cool husband, a Life Coach, and a world traveler. After COVI...

There is a before and after in our lives once we understand we don't "have to" do things, but rather, we "get to." Today, the pod shines with a brighter light thanks to the mesmerizing energy of our guest, Gina Zapanta. Gina is a mom of four, a Life Coach, an Author, a Motivator, the Co-founder and CEO of ZA Lawyers, and the Founder of Empowered with Gina. She is passionate about empowering others...

Does the thought of having only one chance to raise your daughter properly keep you awake at night? What if I told you you don't have one but 6,570 chances to do it? In this episode, I'm thrilled to welcome the extraordinary Nellie Harden. Nellie is a Wife, a Mom of four beautiful daughters, including a set of twins, a Speaker, and an Author on a mission to change the world, one living room at a t...

Have you ever thought that maybe the sign you were asking for is already there? In today's episode, we take self-discovery to the next level with the incredible Susan Lazar Hart. Susan is an Author, International Speaker, and Transformational Relationship Coach who has been in a state of wonderment for longer than she can remember and learned to use that fascinating attribute to change the lives o...

We know the only way to get to the other side of grief is through it. How we get there is up to us; it can be talking things out or through speaking's old relative: writing.  In this episode, Lisa Braxton , a communications manager, memoirist, and award-winning author, joins us to discuss the healing power of writing as a coping mechanism for grief and loss. She authored the multi-award-winni...

What if you could use rest as a weapon to increase your mental and physical well-being? Once you start recognizing your role as the co-creator of your reality, working on improving yourself makes so much sense. In this episode, the mesmerizing Pauline Nguyen takes us on a vertiginous journey to the depths of ourselves. But don't be afraid—she'll be by your side, and by the end of this episode, you...

When was the last time you checked in with your purpose? In today's episode, I'm joined by the cosmic companion you didn't know you needed, Christina Kyriakidou. She is a Certified Human Design Expert on a mission to help people elevate their lives, navigate their unique blueprint, and embrace the magic that makes them who they are.  Throughout this episode, you'll hear about how Human Design...

What's bigger in you? The desire for a dream life or the fear of actually getting it? In today's episode, we delve into the world of manifestation with the Manifesting Queen, Roswitha Herman. She is a certified six-figure Business and Money Coach, Best-selling Author, and host of the Becoming Manifesting Queen podcast. Born and raised in Romania, Roswitha's close relationship with manifestation be...

Has your introverted nature ever got in the way of your dreams? If so, my friend, I have some good news.  In this episode, I'm joined by the brilliant Business Strategist, Podcaster, and Entrepreneur Shayla Burtin. Shayla is the founder of Building Her Dream, a media platform created specifically to (I'm sure this will blow you away) empower introverted women entrepreneurs and professionals w...

Why are most events hosted by stressed, anxious, and worried people? Why do some celebrations mean so much to us that we ruin them?  Regardless of the occasion, every big day we decide to celebrate should be about who we are and what we enjoy, nothing else. Oh! And by the way, we would greatly appreciate it if someone could remove the "happiest day of your life" pressure.  Today, I'm joi...

More or less, we all know how to make money. But do you know how to keep it and grow it?   In today's episode, I'm joined by another five-star guest, the extraordinary Tanya Vasallo. She is the CEO and Founder of The Courage To Be, a global community for high-achieving women entrepreneurs, a Fortune 500 Consultant, a six-figure Entrepreneur, and the host of The Courage To Be, which ranks amon...

Do you feel lost in the "messy middle" of your entrepreneurial journey? In this episode, I'm joined by a true powerhouse woman: Andrea Liebross. She is a Life and Business Coach, the host of the "Time to Level Up" podcast, the author of "She Thinks Big," and a successful Entrepreneur. Her passion is to help women in the "messy middle" of entrepreneurship get unstuck, unlock their true potential, a...

Have you ever felt you were made for more yet don't know how to unstuck yourself and get there?  In this episode, the amazing Dorothy Graham O'Dell teaches us how to break down self-limitation blockages. Dorothy is a Producer, Speaker, Author, Coach, Event Coordinator, Veteran Ally, and host of the live show Unstoppable Overcomers. She started her business to give people hope, helping them to...

The best time to go after your dreams was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.  In this episode, I invite you to meet the fabulous Dashana Jeffries; you can thank me later. Dashana is a Certified AI Consultant, Author, Coach, Speaker, and Mental "WELLth" Educator on a Mission to transform adult learning and business workflow through the ethical use of AI. She is the CEO and Founder of A...

How about we stop seeing self-care as a luxury and treat it like what it actually is? A necessity.   In this episode, I'm thrilled to be joined by Lani Almanza, an inspiring woman who gave her own spin to self-care, kindness, and personal growth. Lani is a Hawaiian Wellness Consultant, Author, and Founder of Alaka'i Associates, a magical place in Hawaii specifically designed to provide resour...

When was the last time you let curiosity lead the way?  In today's episode, we learn about pivoting, resilience, and entrepreneurship with the amazing Jeanne Collins. Jeanne is the Founder of JerMar Designs, a luxury interior design firm, the Author of "Two Feet In: Lessons From an All-In Life," a podcast host in the making, and a passionate entrepreneur who doesn't know how to do things othe...

What's the farthest you went from your true essence pursuing someone else's acceptance?  In this episode, we learn a lot about personal growth through self-acceptance by the guiding hand of Amanda Greaves. Amanda is an Author, Designer, Speaker, and Motivational Consultant who learned (the hard way) that the farthest you get from yourself, the more unfulfilled and unhappy you feel, regardless...