Show Notes:

In this episode, I dive into:

My personal journey of navigating mentorship and male authority in business

Multiple real-life stories where professional relationships crossed the line

The emotional impact of manipulation, gaslighting, and unwanted advances

Why I no longer hire male mentors (unless they work with their partners)

How to set clear boundaries and protect your safety in business and life

Releasing shame and trusting your intuition when situations feel off

This conversation is for women ready to reclaim their power, speak their truth, and set non-negotiable boundaries in life and business.

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[0:00] Intro to Jeff Sorensen and the power of story

[3:45] Jeff’s near-death experience and the decision to return to life

[7:00] Working for the cartel and landing in a Mexican prison

[11:50] The turning point: loss, grief, and breakthrough in a jail cell

[17:40] The illusion of “just one more time” and how we rationalize staying stuck

[22:15] Why self-leadership starts with radical ownership

[27:30] Breaking the victim/blame cycle and reclaiming your power

[34:20] Familiar hell vs. unfamiliar growth: making aligned decisions

[41:00] Self-mastery: working with your nervous system and breath

[50:00] The role of community and mentorship in transformation

[55:10] Ice baths as a metaphor for expanding your capacity

[1:00:05] The problem with “follow your bliss” and new age bypassing

[1:08:30] How to spot where you're giving your power away

[1:13:40] Jeff’s free gift and how to work with him

[1:17:00] Final message: You’re never stuck—you just need the right tools and people

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Website: www.breatharmy.com

[00:00] Opening from the Heart: Why Deidre almost didn’t record this episode and the importance of sharing our stories—even when it’s raw.

[03:00] Childhood Sensitivity to Intuition: How early trauma shaped her gift of deep empathy and the flip side of that superpower.

[07:30] The Move & The Invitation: Starting over in a small town, seeking new friendships, and showing up vulnerably.

[11:00] The Gathering: A painful encounter with a woman who used judgment and bullying to assert power.

[15:50] Standing in Truth: How Deidre chose not to internalize the experience, and instead confronted it directly—with grace and strength.

[20:45] A New Kind of Spiritual Love: Redefining love and boundaries—not letting kindness be mistaken for weakness.

[25:00] The Spiritual Lesson: Bullies don’t just need compassion—they need mirrors. And sometimes love means saying “absolutely not.”

[30:00] Closing Reflections: A powerful call to all leaders to create spaces of safety and speak up—for ourselves and others.

[00:00] – Introduction to the trust recession in 2025
[03:00] – The trauma response that keeps us stuck in fear
[06:00] – Story: Two kittens in Bali and the power of perception
[10:00] – Unprocessed betrayal and how it blocks us from what we want
[13:00] – How past heartbreak impacted Deidre’s ability to trust again
[15:00] – Signs you're seeing gifts as threats and how to change that
[17:00] – Questions to ask before investing in a program or coach
[20:00] – What to look for in a mentor: values, experience, and social proof
[24:00] – The importance of being in integrity as a coach or leader
[27:00] – Deidre’s story of hiring a high-level coach and getting massive ROI
[30:00] – Invitation to connect and join the upcoming program

Website: www.radicallyaligned.com

IG: @iamdeidresirianni

In this episode, you’ll learn:

How to recognize (and rewire) hidden money blocks

The truth about intuition, and how your body can be your greatest guide

Emily’s story of going from $30K in credit card debt to building a 7-figure brand

Why so many women unknowingly sabotage wealth due to shame or spiritual bypassing

The difference between “doing the thing” and doing what’s actually aligned for you

Simple practices to shift your money beliefs (and your income) starting today

This episode is for you if:

You feel stuck in a financial plateau and aren’t sure why

You’re in a season of transition, questioning what’s next

You want to trust your intuition more deeply

You're ready to stop shrinking and start receiving

🎓 Check out Emily’s course: I Heart Money — use code DEIDRE15 for 15% off

💼 Interested in becoming a certified Money Mindset Coach? Learn more about the certification

📲 Follow Emily on Instagram: @iheartmylife

📚 Emily’s site + more resources: www.iheartmylife.com

In this episode, you’ll learn:

[00:46] Why rushing your growth leads to burnout

[02:30] What it looks like to honor the season you're in

[04:45] The 4 business seasons: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall — and what each one means

[07:15] How resisting your current season keeps you stuck longer

[10:22] The hidden cost of trying to be in a permanent “summer season”

[12:10] Deidre’s personal season of refinement — and how she’s working with it

[15:40] How to build seasonal flow into your business strategy (with examples)

[18:05] Why trying to do everything at once leads to overwhelm and failure

[21:15] How to structure launches, breaks, and creative cycles for more freedom

[24:30] The power of one thing at a time in sustainable business growth

[27:20] A gentle reminder: acceptance leads to alignment

What We Cover:

• Chellie's journey from rural Missouri to the top of the styling industry
• Why your wardrobe reflects your self-worth and mental state
• The closet audit process: what to toss and why it matters energetically
• How to find your signature style (and why it’s your secret visibility weapon)
• What to wear when stepping onto big stages or public platforms
• The role of properly fitted bras, tailoring, and investment pieces
• Style as a tool for transformation, visibility, and becoming

Challenge:
Join the 30-Day Style Challenge — Get dressed each day in an outfit that reflects your next-level self. Take selfies, track your evolution, and notice what shifts in your energy, confidence, and visibility.

Connect with us:

Instagram: @chelliecarlson

Instagram: @iamdeidresirianni

Join Chellie's Style Membership: https://www.chelliecarlson.com/the-style-society

00:00 – 03:00 | Intro + setting the tone for real talk on adult friendships
03:00 – 08:00 | Story 1: When someone projected blame over rescheduling
08:00 – 13:00 | Story 2: A potential biz partnership that was released
13:00 – 18:00 | The emotional maturity filter for who gets access to your energy
18:00 – 23:00 | On not “training” people new to your world how to treat you
23:00 – 30:00 | Red flags in new friendships: blame, projection, judgment, control
30:00 – 35:00 | Respect, boundaries, and non-negotiables
35:00 – 40:00 | Honoring friendship seasons and detoxing without drama
40:00 – 45:00 | What real spiritual, respectful friendship looks and feels like
45:00 – Close | Reflective questions + invitation for listener engagement

In This Episode, We Dive Into:

• Why most people don’t get results from courses or coaching (and how to be the exception)
• The uncomfortable truth about personal accountability
• What "upper limits" are and how they sabotage your success
• Three ways your ego tricks you into opting out (and how to catch it)
• How to stay committed when discomfort creeps in
• The power of choosing your vision—even when it’s hard

Resources Mentioned:

The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks

Speak to Scale: https://www.radicallyaligned.com/speak-to-scale

Let’s Connect:
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In this energizing episode, Deidre Sirianni is joined by online event strategist Melissa Ng to unpack the massive shift from in-person to virtual events—and why it's one of the most profitable moves you can make in 2025. They talk candidly about AI disrupting the job market, the burnout of constant content creation, and how online events are becoming the most powerful way to build trust, visibility, and revenue—fast.

Deidre and Melissa also drop a major announcement: their upcoming 5-Day Free Visibility & Impact Accelerator, a collaborative virtual event designed to teach coaches and consultants how to grow their impact and income through story-driven events and magnetic messaging.

If you’re tired of hustling, posting daily, or wondering why others are scaling faster—this episode is your sign to change the game.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Melissa Ng’s journey from accountant to 7-figure online entrepreneur
• The real reason job security is dead—and what to do about it
• Why AI will never replace your story, intuition, and voice
• The overlooked power of virtual events in building high-trust relationships
• Deidre’s surprising data on where her most profitable speaking hours come from (hint: it's not big stages!)
• A behind-the-scenes look at their collaboration and upcoming 5-day challenge

🎉 Special Announcement:
Deidre and Melissa are hosting a FREE 5-Day Visibility & Impact Accelerator from June 9–13—designed for coaches, consultants, and online experts ready to stop hustling and start converting through virtual events.

Join the Free 5-Day Visibility & Impact Accelerator → [JOIN NOW]