Heather is a Pacific Northwest native who has grown her career and family in the heartland. Heather is a single mom who holds an MBA with 20+ years of experience in technology sales and leadership. She is a cancer warrior, Killiamjaro climber,  yogi, and dabbles in career coaching/mentoring in her spare time. Listen in as Brianna dives into Heather's journey and how her life experiences propelled her into taking back control of her own life.

Sandra Chuma is an entrepreneur, speaker, coach, podcast host, and award-winning documentary filmmaker. She is the Founder & Chief Creative Officer of WORTHY, which is a platform focused on helping women stop procrastinating on their dreams, and take confident action towards creating a life they love without overwhelm.

Raised in a tiny mud hut in Zimbabwe with no running water or electricity, Sandra has never been one to let circumstances define her. Through hard work, and support from her “village”, she became a management consultant, advising major global companies. She then went on to build two successful companies.

But despite all her professional success, she knew she wasn't walking in her purpose. Sandra made the decision to go back to school in 2015 to get a masterʼs degree in Journalism, Storytelling & Documentary Filmmaking from Columbia University.

Through the power of story, and leveraging her experience as a management consultant, Sandra has made it her mission to help others create the best version of themselves. She is building brands focused on providing inspiration, tools and community.

Sandra is also the founder of Ndini, which is a platform focused on telling the often-untold stories of inspiring, trailblazing women of African descent.

On this week's episode we hear about Sandra's story and how it brought her to where she is today helping women. We dive into what self-love really means and discuss how self-love and self-worth set the foundation for building and breaking habits.

Instagram handle:   @sandra.chuma

Facebook page:      https://www.facebook.com/mssandrachuma

Website Links:        https://sandrachuma.com, https://iamworthy.com

After building a 7-figure business at the age of 19 where she helped clients find their external home in real estate, Stacy Bahrenfuss now guides women leaders to their internal home. Known as The Truth Teacher, and a visionary intuitive, Stacy is the Founder of The Truth Teachers and works privately consulting 7- and 8-figure women leaders and their teams, leading them to activate all of their power and accelerate their success personally and professionally. Stacy and her Truth Teachers are on a mission to revolutionize the entire self help industry by eliminating gurus and empowering people with the tools and framework to transform their own lives. Stacy is a 2020 Winner of the Gold Stevie Award in Consumer services with 10 or less employees. Listen in as Brianna and Stacy discuss breaking through to discover your truths and why that process requires more than just a change in mindset.

@StacyBahrenfuss
The Truth Teachers

Jennie Mac is a rising TikTok beauty influencer, make-up artist, content creator, and mom of three. She was a paralegal for over 10 years, sold real estate, and did freelance work as a makeup artist for proms and weddings. While at home during COVID, she took to TikTok here and there in her free time as a way to express herself, creating dance videos and doing makeup tutorials. One day she decided to quit her job as a paralegal and try to make something of herself through her makeup videos. Listen in to hear about her journey from Paralegal to TikTok sensation and how she has grown to have over 700k followers.

Instagram: @jenniemacofficial
TikTok: @jennie_mac

Kat is a Nashville native who loves matcha lattes, laughing loudly, and celebrating the ability to move her body. She was drawn to this work through a personal journey of self-discovery that happened when she stopped trying to find happiness through things that watered down the best parts of who she is.

Kat learned that what she needed was a soft place to land- somewhere to show up, be seen, and cared for not despite her imperfections but for them.

She has since found that many of us have never had space that felt soft enough for us to be messy, fall down, and not feel too broken to get back up. Well, that is exactly what you will do with her in her office. You’ll open up, get messy, and fall a lot. However, you’ll get back up a lot too. And when you discover the strength you have to stand up the fall stops feeling so important.

Kat works from the perspective that connection is the opposite of addiction. And when we realize that humans are a species that THRIVES on connection in order to survive… it makes a lot more sense why we currently are the most addicted cohort of humans that have ever lived. Operating from an attachment focussed trauma lens Kat aims to build secure relationships within the therapy process in order for her clients to create healthy, satisfying, life-giving connections in their own lives.

Kat believes that you weren’t made to be perfect- you were made to be you. And she wants to help you find out who that is.

Kat’s specialties:

Eating disorders, body image, addiction, trauma, life transitions.

Shang reached the ability to be work optional at the age of 31 through frugal living and investing in the stock market. These days, she educates thousands of Americans via Save My Cents to learn how to save and invest so that they can retire with dignity, while also making sure that mental health is built into the conversation about money. In particular, Shang has a passion for encouraging women to break free of the historical narrative around money and see themselves as genuine investors with the capability to change their money future. Shang holds degrees from Harvard and University of Chicago, and is currently a working mom living in New York City with her husband, son, a son on the way, and two boy cats. On this week's episode we hear all about Shang's personal financial journey, talk through the relationship between mental health and financial wealth, and discuss ways to build healthy financial habits and prepare for the future.

Shang's Instagram: @savemycents
Shang's Website: savemycents.com

In this heartfelt episode, we welcome Gina Moffa, a licensed clinical social worker, grief therapist, and author of Moving On Doesn’t Mean Letting Go. With nearly two decades of experience, Gina specializes in helping individuals navigate the complex terrains of grief, trauma, and life transitions.

Gina shares her unique approach to grief therapy, emphasizing that healing doesn’t mean forgetting. We delve into the misconceptions about grief, the importance of creating space for mourning in our fast-paced society, and practical strategies to process loss healthily.

Whether you’re dealing with the loss of a loved one, a significant life change, or supporting someone through grief, this conversation offers valuable insights and compassionate guidance.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The difference between moving on and letting go
• How to create a supportive environment for grief
• Strategies to process and understand personal loss
• The role of mindfulness and self-compassion in healing
• Insights from Gina’s book on navigating modern grief

Quotes from Gina:

Resources & Links:

• Gina Moffa’s Website
• Order Moving On Doesn’t Mean Letting Go
• Follow Gina on Instagram
• Connect on Facebook
• LinkedIn Profile

Gina Moffa, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker, grief therapist, and author based in New York City. With nearly 20 years of experience, Gina has dedicated her career to supporting individuals through grief, trauma, and significant life transitions. She combines traditional psychotherapy with mindfulness-based approaches to help clients find resilience and meaning in the face of loss.

Gina’s work extends beyond individual therapy; she’s a passionate advocate for grief literacy and has been featured in various media outlets, including NPR, USA Today, and Marie Claire. Her book, Moving On Doesn’t Mean Letting Go, offers a modern guide to navigating loss, challenging societal misconceptions about grief, and providing readers with tools to heal authentically.

Through her practice, speaking engagements, and writing, Gina continues to shed light on the importance of acknowledging and processing grief in our fast-paced world.

Nicole Savino is the founder and chief strategist of Nicole Adeline Design- a boutique agency specializing in outsourcing executive support and project management. Prior to founding her business, Nicole spent over 15 years in the corporate world, as Chief of Staff for a nationally known sales organization, and later as Chief of Staff and Executive Creative Director for a private hospitality development company. Above all else, Nicole is a thought leader, passionate about mentoring others, particularly women, on how to advocate for yourself in the workplace, communicate effectively, and achieve a healthy work life balance. Nicole lives in Tampa, Florida with her husband Javier and French Bulldog, Pia. On this episode, we will be talking about Nicole's career journey, red flags she experienced in her work environment, how she navigated through the toxicity, and how she managed to walk away.

Instagram:
@nicoleadelinedesign
LinkedIn:
Nicole Savino

In this powerful episode, we’re joined by Amber Gonzalez, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and trauma therapist with over 12 years of experience helping individuals navigate the path to healing. As the founder of DayOne Therapy, Amber has dedicated her career to empowering survivors of sexual abuse to overcome deep-rooted emotional wounds, reclaim their lives, and rebuild with strength and resilience.

Amber shares her expertise on breaking the silence around sexual abuse, the importance of creating a safe space for survivors, and the transformative process of healing. We discuss the barriers survivors face when seeking help, the role of therapy in addressing trauma, and how loved ones can provide meaningful support.

If you or someone you know has experienced sexual abuse, this episode offers a compassionate and insightful look at the journey toward recovery, with actionable steps and encouragement to begin the healing process.

Connect with Amber!

Instagram: @dayonetherapyprivatepractice

TikTok: @dayonetherapy

Websites: dayonetherapynj.com | ambergonzalezcoaching.com

Connect with Brianna!

Instagram: @mombossinaustin

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/briannademike

Follow the Podcast on Instagram: @badassbasicbitch

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In this episode, we welcome Dawn Wiggins, a divorce recovery coach and therapist known for helping people tear down their emotional walls and rebuild their confidence. Dawn challenges the status quo of traditional therapy by integrating innovative healing modalities like EMDR Therapy, EFT tapping, immersive journaling, and homeopathy to guide her clients through profound transformation.

We dive into the mechanics of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy, exploring how it works to reprocess traumatic memories and bring lasting emotional relief. Dawn also unpacks the principles of homeopathy, shedding light on its role in emotional and physical healing. Whether you’re new to these approaches or curious about how they complement traditional therapy, this conversation provides valuable insights into how holistic practices can create powerful change.

If you’re navigating life transitions, healing from emotional wounds, or simply curious about alternative paths to wellness, this episode is a must-listen!

Connect with Dawn!

Instagram: @dawnwiggins

Website: mycoachdawn.com

Connect with Brianna!

Instagram: @mombossinaustin

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/briannademike

Follow the Podcast on Instagram: @badassbasicbitch