In this empowering episode of the Bring Your Big Energy Podcast, Stacey sits down with Wendy Kleinke, personal trainer, menopause coach, and fierce advocate for women stepping into their strongest midlife.

Wendy brings a powerful message: menopause isn’t the end of anything — it’s the beginning of living your life with more clarity, intention, strength, and self-trust than ever before.

Together, Stacey and Wendy unpack what it really means to navigate menopause with courage and confidence, not confusion or fear.

Wendy breaks down the hormonal shifts that shape midlife, why strength training becomes essential after 40, and how nutrition, stress management, and self-care work together to rebuild vitality from the inside out.

They also talk honestly about the emotional side of midlife — the isolation women often feel, the pressure to “push through,” and the freedom that comes when women start having open, unfiltered conversations about what they’re experiencing.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why understanding your hormones is the foundation of midlife well-being

• How stress impacts every part of your physical and emotional health

• Why strength training is non-negotiable for women over 40

• How to make cardio enjoyable — not punishing

• The nutrition shifts every midlife woman should know (“Protein is king; fiber is queen”)

• How small daily wins create massive long-term transformation • Why self-care is not selfish — it’s survival

• How tracking symptoms can help you identify patterns and reclaim control

Wendy’s wisdom reminds us that menopause is not something to survive, it’s something to harness. This episode is your invitation to rise, rebuild, and step into the most powerful version of yourself yet.

You can learn more about Wendy's programs at: Life Beyond Hormones on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.

In this deeply moving episode, Stacey sits down with Erica Neubert Campbell, breast cancer survivor, advocate, and author of The Mastectomy I Always Wanted, for a conversation that radiates courage, connection, and purpose.

After decades spent supporting cancer patients, Erica suddenly found herself walking the path she once guided others through.

What followed was a journey of profound self-reflection, spiritual awakening, and an unexpected moment of generosity that ignited her mission: helping women face mastectomy decisions without fear, shame, or isolation.

Erica opens up about what it takes to release old identities, embrace vulnerability, and offer the kind of honest images and stories women search for at 2 a.m. but rarely find safely.

She shares how documenting her reconstruction brought healing, clarity, and a rediscovery of self and how one brave act can become a lifeline for countless others.

Together, Stacey and Erica explore:• The moment that shifted her from surviving to truly serving• How courage creates ripples of hope for women everywhere• The emotional, spiritual, and psychological layers of breast cancer• The power of community, compassion, and storytelling• How to reframe fear, reclaim identity, and trust the healing process• Small but mighty steps women can take when a diagnosis arrives

Erica’s story is a testament to the kinetic energy that emerges when someone transforms hardship into purpose and then boldly pays it forward.

This episode is for anyone navigating breast cancer, loving someone who is, or seeking inspiration on how to build a life anchored in bravery, truth, and hope.

Explore Erica’s work:• Buy her book on AMAZON• Learn more on her WEBSITE about her mission, resources, and advocacy:

Today’s episode is a masterclass in courage, reinvention, and the kind of faith-fueled trust it takes to leap into the unknown.

I’m joined by Monica Dressler, owner of Burn Boot Camp Northville, former 25-year law partner, and a woman who proves it is never too late to rewrite your story.

After decades in a successful legal career, Monica felt the unmistakable pull toward something that lit her up: building a community where women feel strong, confident, supported, and unstoppable.

With nothing but passion, a willingness to experiment, and a deep belief in God’s plan for her life, Monica made a radical career pivot, draining her 401(k), stepping into small business ownership, and trusting that the spark inside her would guide the way.

Today, she leads one of the most empowering fitness communities in Michigan, helping women discover the strongest versions of themselves, inside and out.

In this conversation, Monica opens up about:
✨ The Intensity Point that made staying in her old career harder than taking the leap
✨ How passion became her only “qualified” skill and why it was enough
✨ The identity shift from law partner to community leader
✨ The fears that almost stopped her and the belief that was louder
✨ What reinventing yourself really looks like at midlife
✨ Why preparation, purpose, and prayer are the foundation of every next chapter
✨ How Burn Boot Camp is transforming women’s lives daily
✨ What she teaches her teen daughters about confidence, empathy, and standing strong

Monica’s story is a reminder that your life is yours to live: boldly, authentically, and in alignment with what sets your soul on fire.

If you’re standing at the edge of a leap…this episode is your sign!

About Monica Dressler

Monica Dressler is the owner of Burn Boot Camp Northville, where she inspires, motivates, and empowers women to become their strongest and most confident selves through fitness and community. After a 25-year career as a law partner, Monica courageously reinvented her life and stepped into her true calling — proving it’s never too late to pursue what you’re passionate about.

Where to Find Monica

🌐 Burn Boot Camp Northville

🔗 LinkedIn

📘 Facebook

In Episode 3 of Bring Your Big Energy, Stacey sits down with Jen Bordes for an inspiring and deeply authentic conversation about turning life’s biggest challenges into unexpected strengths. Jen opens up about her journey with ADHD, the obstacles she faced, and how those very differences became the driving force behind her success in real estate.

Through vulnerability, humor, and powerful self-reflection, Jen shares how embracing who she truly is helped her break the mold, build confidence, and create a career that aligns with her strengths.

This episode is a reminder that our struggles don’t define us, our choices do. And sometimes, the things we once viewed as limitations become our greatest superpowers.

In This Episode

• How ADHD shaped Jen’s mindset, resilience, and leadership

• Why authenticity is the key to personal and professional growth

• How to turn challenges into strengths in work and life

• The power of self-understanding and self-advocacy

• Real-life examples of embracing your path and trusting your journey

You’ll Love This Episode If You…

• Are navigating ADHD or neurodiversity

• Want to build more confidence in your unique strengths

• Are seeking a career path that aligns with who you are

• Crave honest conversations about growth, motherhood, mindset, and authenticity

• Are ready to embrace the parts of you that make you different

Memorable Moments:

• “It’s not about fitting the mold; it’s about creating your own.”

• “Labels don’t define us; our choices do.”

• “Our challenges often illuminate our unique strengths.”

Tune in and walk away with a renewed sense of empowerment, inspiration, and permission to show up as your full self — big energy and all.

Where to get more info on Jen and how she can help you too: Head on over to her website, connect with her on LinkedIn or email her at: [email protected].

What happens when a high-achieving partner at a global consulting firm hits pause—and rebuilds her life from the inside out—and now helps others do the same?

In this episode of Bring Your Big Energy, Stacey sits down with leadership and life coach Suzanne Roske, Founder of Vamonos Executive Coaching and author of I’m Supposed to Be Doing This. Together, they explore what it means to truly stop striving, listen to your inner voice, and rediscover what success looks like on your own terms.

At the height of her career, Suzanne took an adult gap year from her partner role—pressing pause on the constant pace of corporate life to reflect, recharge, and realign. That year changed everything. It became the catalyst for her next chapter: helping others reconnect with their spark through intentional pauses, retreats, and transformational coaching.

This conversation is an inspiring reminder that sometimes the biggest breakthroughs come when you finally slow down.

You’ll learn:

• Why “hustle” isn’t the only path to achievement

• The difference between a vacation and an intentional pause

• How redefining success can change everything

• Practical ways to create space for reflection—right where you are

Welcome to the Bring Your Big Energy Podcast — the space where real talk meets transformation. Host Stacey Kulongowski, bestselling author and executive coach, kicks off Episode 1 with a powerful, heartfelt conversation about burnout, rebuilding, and rediscovering your spark.

In this debut episode, Stacey opens up about the personal story that inspired her bestselling book Bring Your Big Energy and shares the moment that changed everything. You’ll learn what “Big Energy” truly means (hint: it’s not about being the loudest in the room, but the most aligned), and get your first look at her transformational SPARK process — the five-step roadmap to reclaim your clarity, courage, and confidence.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, drained, or like you’ve outgrown the version of success you built, this episode is your permission slip to rebuild with purpose. Expect warmth, wisdom, and the kind of honesty that feels like a deep exhale.

Because messy can be good and it just takes one spark to shift everything!

Get your heart ready — The Big Energy Podcast is launching soon!
Join Stacey Kulongowski, executive coach and author of Bring Your Big Energy, as she shares real stories, courageous conversations, and practical tools to help you rebuild, reimagine, and reignite your spark.

This short trailer gives you a taste of what’s coming, talk show meets transformation, with real talk, real stories, and a whole lot of heart. 💫

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