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Join me once a week for a new interview with a local, badass woman who has an amazing story to tell. Join me in conversation so you too can gain inspiration and empowerment from these stories! If you love hearing about leadership, relationships, families, motherhood and navigating hard times, then tune into my podcast and share with others. If you love what you hear, share and tag me on Instagram at @heathernelson.life. You can also visit my website at heathernelson.life.
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“A woman who has fully realized her power and knows how to care for herself and her mind is not working against her— that is somebody you don't want to mess with.” —Kirsten Karchmer The fertility conversation is louder than ever, yet clarity feels harder to find. Advice is everywhere, but most of it ignores how tired, overwhelmed, and disconnected many bodies actually are. This episode slows the noise and brings the focus back to what truly drives reproductive health. We sit down with Kirst...
“Music predated language. It validates how you feel… We're physiologically wired to inhabit the patterns that the music brings.” —Dr. Barbara A. Minton Some moments hit us hard and remind us that our stories do not run on a straight line. Growth can show up in the middle of life, in the middle of loss, or in the middle of a song that stirs something we did not expect. This conversation explores how emotional shifts can open a new chapter long after we thought the book was set. Dr. Ba...
“Stress is growth. It's the driver of evolution itself. Stress is what creates everything. We need to reframe the very meaning of stress so that we don't fear it.” —Tammy Allen Some days, life feels like one long sprint where stress keeps piling up faster than clarity. There are moments when the world pushes harder than expected, and it becomes tempting to believe the pressure means something is wrong. It may be worth considering that stress could be pointing toward growth instead of defeat...
“Personal pain is as unique as a fingerprint, and you never know what somebody's going through. Always be kind.” —Teresa Ramirez The piece reflects on how the lack of everyday decency can weigh on us, and introduces a conversation that offers practical, hopeful ways to cultivate kindness. Teresa Ramirez shares how a school tragedy inspired her lifelong commitment to nurturing compassion in families and communities. She shows how small, intentional acts of kindness shape our char...
“As patients, especially with illnesses like fibromyalgia where your doctor really doesn't know what to do with you, it's our responsibility to educate ourselves as much as possible.” —Tami Stackelhouse Some days your body sends signals you can’t quite explain and no one seems to have answers. It can feel like you’re carrying a weight that doesn’t show on the outside. There’s a better way to understand what your body is trying to tell you. Tami Stackelhouse walks through the long road from ...
“The only way you're going to be able to grow wealth and get ahead is to start to do that today.” —Lacy Garcia Money stress does not get quieter, it compounds— late bills, confusing advice, and life changes make it louder. But this does not mean you failed; it means you need a clearer map. Small, practical moves paid consistently will change your life more than one sweeping overhaul. Lacy Garcia turned a difficult personal money moment into Willow, a wealth-tech platform that matches people...
"Being part of something is an essential human need. When you feel excluded, it becomes a real barrier in life. Don’t be too afraid to say the wrong thing. Be more focused on asking the right questions." —Hannah Ponsford When you’re seen as different, every day can feel like an uphill climb—and those closest to you often hurt quietly alongside, trying to bridge two worlds but unsure how. The longing for real acceptance and togetherness runs deep on both sides, and too often, everyone ends u...
"Empowerment is not something someone gives you. It's energy within you. The best another human can do is create conditions where your empowerment can shine, but YOU hold it." —LaNysha Adams You don’t have to wait for someone else to hand you your power. If you’ve ever felt boxed in by labels, stuck in a rut, or wondered who you really are beneath all the roles you play, this conversation is for you. It’s time to rethink what empowerment really means—on your own terms. LaNysha grew up ...
"Be brave. You have nothing to lose… All you have to do is say ‘yes, why not me?’, and go for it, because more doors will open to you than you could ever imagine." —Cerys Goodall Some days, running a business feels like you’re juggling too much and still falling behind. The pressure to do it all, be everywhere, and never drop the ball is real—and it’s exhausting. But there’s a smarter, braver way to build success that doesn’t require perfecting it all and burning out. From biotech labs to N...
"Really listen to yourself. You know more about your body and health, and if you really think that the answers you're getting from your providers are not in alignment with what you know, continue to dig." —Donna Piper Some days, it feels like your body is working against you—and no one else gets it. You try every diet, every doctor, and still get told it’s all in your head. The truth is, invisible pain is real, and you deserve to be heard, not dismissed. After a lifetime of health and welln...
"It's not too late, and you're not too old, you just need to learn in a way that is meant for your age." —Erika Warner Have you ever felt like you’re stuck on the outside, wishing you could speak up and truly belong? And have you ever wondered if learning a new language as an adult is just too hard, or if you’ll ever feel confident in a new country? You’re not alone—and there’s a smarter, kinder way forward. Erika Warner’s story starts with her own struggles learning English as a young immi...
"Don't avoid looking at your money. Gamify it somehow to actually look at what's coming in and what's going out. Be a master of your money." —Laura Rotter Feeling overwhelmed by bills, family demands, and the pressure to keep up? You’re not alone—so many of us are hustling just to stay afloat, wondering if we’ll ever feel secure or truly satisfied. What if there’s a smarter, saner way to handle money and life, no matter where you’re starting from? Laura spent nearly 30 years on Wall Street ...
"If we don't change, we die. If we don't grow, we become stagnant." —Erika Rothenberger What if the messiest parts of your life are actually the moments that shape you most? If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by juggling work, family, and your own dreams—or doubted if you’re doing enough—this conversation is for you. It’s time to rethink what it means to be bold when life gets real. Erika Rothenberger’s journey started in hard hats and steel-toe boots, but it didn’t stop there. After sur...
"Every day is different. You never know what you're going to get. Some days are good, some days are bad, and I think we just have to continue on." —Heather Nelson Life can feel like a never-ending juggling act—family, work, dreams, and the curveballs that come out of nowhere. If you’re tired of pretending it’s all easy, or wondering how anyone keeps it together when things get messy, you’re not alone. On her 43rd birthday, Heather opens up about her year of big changes, from the ups a...
"When the brain is tired, stressed out, it just wants to watch television, drink a beer, and go to sleep, and that's not where change happens." —Dr. Tara Perry If stress, anxiety, or past pain keeps showing up no matter what you try, you’re not broken—you’re human. Healing is possible, even if it hasn’t worked before. You deserve more than just coping—you deserve real relief. There’s hope, and it starts with understanding your own mind. Dr. Tara Perry spent decades helping people heal...
"When you can love yourself and appreciate yourself, that's when you can go out into the world and love others. Peace on earth starts within. If you hate yourself and you hate your body, it is hard to love and serve others." —Liz Hansen Tired of feeling like you have to hide or fix your body before you can feel good about it? Maybe the real power move is showing up as you are and letting go of the old rules about beauty. Imagine what could change if you gave yourself permission to be bold.&...
"You get to decide your worth. No one can give it to you. No one can take it from you when your foundation is based on how much you love yourself. Loving yourself isn't egotistical, it's not selfish, it's a gift that you give yourself so that you can give to the world." —Beckie Kullberg Hating your body is exhausting. It steals your joy, warps your confidence, and turns every mirror into an enemy. What if you could break that cycle—not by changing your body, but by changing the way yo...
"When you're in tune with [your period cycle] and you recognize what phase of the week, or the month you're in, it's a game changer. And I just encourage women to embrace that, in addition to choosing the best possible menstrual option that supports your body." —Arielle Loupos Tampons and pads aren’t the only way—and for a lot of us, they’re not even the best way. Most of what we use every month was designed decades ago, with little thought for comfort, health, or the planet. There’s ...
"The weight loss and the fitness and the nutrition are just the gateway into that whole experience. Don't give yourself a timeline—that's the first sign of sabotage right there." —Terry Tateossian Ever feel like your body and mind didn’t get the memo on how you should feel in midlife? The energy dips, the stubborn weight, the nagging sense that you’re not quite yourself anymore—it’s enough to make you wonder if this is just “how it is” from now on. What if it’s not? Terry Tateossian i...
“Every difficult situation that occurs to me, I just turn it immediately to a plus, and that is something that gives me the ability to thrive, to shine, to give." —Tally Koren Who decided your dreams have an expiration date? The brutal truth? Society’s timeline for success is a myth—one that keeps brilliant people playing small while waiting for "the right time." But what if the most powerful chapters begin when we stop listening to the clock? Tally Koren, an internationally acclaimed singe...
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