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Get ready for an uplifting, soul-stirring conversation as Julie welcomes Sheri Salata—former Executive Producer of The Oprah Winfrey Show—to share the extraordinary reinvention that transformed her life. Sheri opens up about leaving behind one of the most high-profile careers in media to rediscover her joy, intuition, and purpose, offering powerful wisdom on shedding self-doubt and dreaming bigger than ever before.

From the heartfelt story of adopting her beloved bulldog to her bold move to the Georgia hills (where she now lives alongside a horse named Steve!), Sheri’s journey is a masterclass in listening to your inner guidance and creating a life that truly lights you up. If you're craving inspiration, clarity, and proof that transformation is possible at any age, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.

Guest Biography:

Sheri Salata is an author, world-class producer, speaker and transformation doula. She is the founder of two global memberships for women—The Support System—dedicated to creating real-life transformation and The Prosper Network—a networking, wealth building platform for female entrepreneurs.

 Sheri’s memoir, The Beautiful No: And Other Tales of Trial, Transcendence and Transformation is an Amazon Editor’s Choice Best Memoir and an Apple Must-Listen audio book. Her acclaimed podcast, The Practiced Life, is a gem-packed collection of cautionary tales + uplifting inspiration.

 Sheri spent 20 years in the land of Oprah finishing that glorious run as the final Executive Producer of The Oprah Winfrey Show, President of Harpo Studios and President of OWN as captured in the cable hit series Season 25: Oprah Behind the Scenes.

 Sheri is now living her dreams in the Georgia hill country with her bulldog babies Dolly and Buzz and Steve Dash, the Wonder Horse.

Episode Chapters:

01:40 Sheri's Journey of Reinvention

02:18 Empowering Women and Dreaming Big

07:42 The Beautiful No: Embracing Life's Detours

13:48 Overcoming 'Stay Too Long' Itis

17:00 Navigating Personal Narratives and Self-Worth

25:29 Sheri's Path to Success

28:01 Memorable Moments on The Oprah Winfrey Show

31:00 Emotional Reflections on a Memorable Moment

31:31 Sources of Inspiration and Spiritual Downloads

34:12 Destiny and Life's Milestones

36:49 Embracing Reinvention and Overcoming Fear

39:00 Daily Practices for Alignment and Joy

40:54 Cherished Bulldogs and Heartwarming Stories

45:40 Empowering Women Through Community and Support

49:50 Steps to Recreate and Transform Your Life

51:54 Following Divine Guidance and Unexpected Paths

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