🎙️ Welcome to Don’t Shrink to Fit – the winner of the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the Coaching category!

In this episode I’m joined by an extraordinary mother-daughter duo, Ariel and Theresa, who turned unimaginable pain into a powerful mission to impact and empower others. After experiencing the devastating loss of their brother and son to suicide, Ariel and Theresa found themselves lost in grief, struggling to survive. Instead of staying in the darkness, they embarked on a healing journey that led to the creation of Impact and Empower Inc.—a safe space dedicated to helping women heal emotionally, mentally, spiritually, and physically.

Ariel and Theresa share their story of resilience, transformation, and purpose. Through their programs, they help women break free from limiting beliefs, overcome the mother wound, and release the guilt of not living up to societal or familial expectations. We dive deep into the patterns that hold us back, the power of creating a supportive community, and how embracing our authentic selves can lead to true healing and joy.

This heartfelt conversation is a testament to the strength of women, the importance of leaning on support systems, and the power of turning pain into purpose. If you’re ready to take the first step in your own healing journey, this episode is for you.

Tune in, be inspired, and discover how you can start breaking free and stepping into your light today.
To connect with my guests please go to: [email protected]
IG: @impactandempower also If you've got a toxic mother and need help navigating your upcoming holiday gatherings, this guide is for you! at https://www.impactandempower.com/holidaytipspdf

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Welcome to the Inner Radiance Collective!
A sacred space for women ready to step into their power, purpose, and abundance. Launching May 2025

Whether you're a busy mom who’s lost herself in the daily grind, craving more balance, joy, and meaning—or you're ready to break free from burnout and finally put yourself back on the priority list—this membership is designed to support your growth, your healing, and your radiance from the inside out.

Level 1

The Radiance Collective Basic Membership ($10/month)

Level 2

Go Deeper: Annual Premium Membership $120 a month ($1,000 one-time payment)

Level 3

The Inner Radiance Mastermind - this is my proven signature framework to help my clients transform quicker and more sustainably. Commit to your next level of transformation. This VIP experience is for the woman who’s ready to go all in on her personal growth, leadership, and abundance journey

Ready to Join? Dm me or subscribe to my newsletter to get the invite!

You can connect with me at @Claudia_Noriega_Bersntein or at ClaudiaNoriegaBerns...

🎙️ Welcome to Don’t Shrink to Fit – the winner of the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the Coaching category!

This week, I’m thrilled to share with you a very special guest on Don't Shrink to Fit: Debra Hillard, an extraordinary artist and energy worker who considers herself a modern-day shaman. At 70 years old, Debra has embraced her authentic self, creating unique pieces of art that are so much more than what meets the eye—they are medicine for the soul.

Debra’s paintings are born from a deep spiritual journey and a connection to ancient, mystical powers. Her work is an invocation—a summoning of energy and magic that brings healing, inspiration, and a sense of wholeness to those who experience it. She describes her art as “medicine I offer the world”—a beautiful reminder of how creativity can be a powerful force for transformation.

Her path to self-discovery began 30 years ago with her first shamanic ceremony, where she connected with alternative medicine and began to understand her gift. From that moment, she realized who she truly was, shedding the expectations others placed on her and stepping fully into her power. Today, Debra feels free, authentic, and whole—a vibrant example of how it’s never too late to embrace who we are and live life on our terms.

In this week’s episode, we explore:
✨ How Debra channels energy into her highly textural, hands-on paintings.
✨ The journey of self-discovery and finding freedom at any stage of life.
✨ The connection between creativity, energy, and healing.
✨ The beauty of embracing the wholeness of being human—physical, emotional, and spiritual.

Debra’s story is an inspiring reminder that we all have the power to heal, create, and live authentically. Her art isn’t just something to look at—it’s something to feel. It’s a flicker of magic in a world that often forgets how magical it can be.

I invite you to listen to this deeply inspiring conversation and let it open your heart to the power of energy, creativity, and self-expression.

https://www.dkhillard.com/book-online
E:[email protected]
http://www.dkhillardart.com
http://www.dkhillard.com

Here is your link for your FREE Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance Workbook:

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Welcome to the Inner Radiance Collective!
A sacred space for women ready to step into their power, purpose, and abundance. Launching May 2025

Whether you're a busy mom who’s lost herself in the daily grind, craving more balance, joy, and meaning—or you're ready to break free from burnout and finally put yourself back on the priority list—this membership is designed to support your growth, your healing, and your radiance from the inside out.

Level 1

The Radiance Collective Basic Membership ($10/month)

Level 2

Go Deeper: Annual Premium Membership $120 a month ($1,000 one-time payment)

Level 3

The Inner Radiance Mastermind - this is my proven signature framework to help my clients transform quicker and more sustainably. Commit to your next level of transformation. This VIP experience is for the woman who’s ready to go all in on her personal growth, leadership, and abundance journey

Ready to Join? Dm me or subscribe to my newsletter to get the invite!

You can connect with me at @Claudia_Noriega_Bersntein or at ClaudiaNoriegaBerns...

🎙️ Welcome to Don’t Shrink to Fit – the winner of the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the Coaching category!

In this powerful episode, I have a very raw and informative conversation with Cassandra Love Lambert, a trauma-trained somatic transformational coach and author, to discuss the raw and often misunderstood journey of healing from childhood trauma. Cassandra shares her deeply personal story of overcoming childhood abuse, exploring the complexities of emotions tied to trauma, such as the confusion survivors may feel when seeking comfort from an abuser despite knowing their actions are harmful.

Together we delve into the psychological and physical impact of unprocessed trauma, shedding light on how these suppressed emotions can manifest in the body as illness or chronic pain. Cassandra explains how rewiring the nervous system, releasing shame, and shifting from a victim mentality to empowerment can create transformative growth.

This episode also covers:

• How boundaries, connection to a higher power, and goal alignment play a vital role in the healing process.
• The importance of breaking the silence around child abuse and addressing the culture of secrecy that abusers often manipulate.
• How parents can empower their children to recognize "good" and "bad" secrets, with resources like Claudia’s book Secrets Don’t Include Moms.

Note: This episode contains discussions about sensitive topics, including sexual abuse, and is not suitable for children.

If you or someone you know has experienced trauma, this episode offers a message of hope and the reminder that healing is always possible. Tune in to discover how to navigate the path toward empowerment, peace, and freedom.

Please go to https://cassandralovelambert.com/ to learn more about Cassandra and to get in the waiting list for her upcoming book "Into the light" 

Here is your link for your FREE Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance Workbook:

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Welcome to the Inner Radiance Collective!
A sacred space for women ready to step into their power, purpose, and abundance. Launching May 2025

Whether you're a busy mom who’s lost herself in the daily grind, craving more balance, joy, and meaning—or you're ready to break free from burnout and finally put yourself back on the priority list—this membership is designed to support your growth, your healing, and your radiance from the inside out.

Level 1

The Radiance Collective Basic Membership ($10/month)

Level 2

Go Deeper: Annual Premium Membership $120 a month ($1,000 one-time payment)

Level 3

The Inner Radiance Mastermind - this is my proven signature framework to help my clients transform quicker and more sustainably. Commit to your next level of transformation. This VIP experience is for the woman who’s ready to go all in on her personal growth, leadership, and abundance journey

Ready to Join? Dm me or subscribe to my newsletter to get the invite!

You can connect with me at @Claudia_Noriega_Bersntein or at ClaudiaNoriegaBerns...

🎙️ Welcome to Don’t Shrink to Fit – the winner of the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the Coaching category!

As we say goodbye to 2024 and welcome the possibilities of a new year, this episode dives deep into the real secrets of manifestation. Forget the clichés about vision boards and endless affirmations—this is about uncovering the deeper truths that truly make manifestation work.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
✨ Why alignment with your authentic self is the foundation of manifestation.
✨ How subconscious beliefs and hidden patterns may be blocking your progress.
✨ The power of navigating triggers and using them as a tool for growth.
✨ Practical steps you can take to step into 2025 with clarity, courage, and purpose.

Manifestation isn’t about effort—it’s about energy, alignment, and showing up as the truest version of yourself. Whether you’re feeling stuck or just ready to elevate your life, this episode will give you the tools and inspiration you need to take that first step toward the life you’ve been dreaming of.

Tune in now, and let’s step into the new year together—aligned, empowered, and ready to manifest a life you love. 💫

Email me at [email protected] to get your FREE  21 days Manifestation and Journal prompts and my practical steps to manifest successfully!

Here is your link for your FREE Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance Workbook:

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Welcome to the Inner Radiance Collective!
A sacred space for women ready to step into their power, purpose, and abundance. Launching May 2025

Whether you're a busy mom who’s lost herself in the daily grind, craving more balance, joy, and meaning—or you're ready to break free from burnout and finally put yourself back on the priority list—this membership is designed to support your growth, your healing, and your radiance from the inside out.

Level 1

The Radiance Collective Basic Membership ($10/month)

Level 2

Go Deeper: Annual Premium Membership $120 a month ($1,000 one-time payment)

Level 3

The Inner Radiance Mastermind - this is my proven signature framework to help my clients transform quicker and more sustainably. Commit to your next level of transformation. This VIP experience is for the woman who’s ready to go all in on her personal growth, leadership, and abundance journey

Ready to Join? Dm me or subscribe to my newsletter to get the invite!

You can connect with me at @Claudia_Noriega_Bersntein or at ClaudiaNoriegaBerns...

🎙️ Welcome to Don’t Shrink to Fit – the winner of the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the Coaching category!

This week  we’re diving into one of my favorite topics—parenting! I’m joined by the amazing Shridhevi Veerappan, a special educator, behavior analyst, and parenting coach, who shares her wealth of experience and empathy on the challenges parents face when kids don’t behave the way we expect.

As a mom herself—and an immigrant from India who transitioned from architecture to supporting families—Shridhevi brings invaluable insights to this conversation. Together, we discuss:

How to Get Your Child to Listen Without Tears: Practical and compassionate strategies to foster cooperation.
Flexible Thinking: The power of shifting how we interact with thoughts and feelings for a more fulfilling parenting journey.
Value-Based vs. Goal-Based Frameworks: Understanding the difference and transforming your parenting approach.
Discipline, Boundaries, and Healthy Relationships: Building trust and setting boundaries to strengthen connections with your child.

Whether you’re navigating the ups and downs of parenting, raising kids on the spectrum, or supporting children with unique needs, this episode is filled with powerful insights to inspire and empower you.

Key Takeaway:
As Shridhevi reminds us, embracing discomfort and taking small, intentional steps each day can lead to profound growth, for both you and your child.

These are some topics we discuss today: 

1. How to get your child to listen without tears
2. Flexible thinking: How changing your interactions with thoughts and feelings can lead to a more fulfilling life

Don’t miss this heartfelt and relatable conversation, it’s one that every parent will benefit from!

About my guest: She is also an author and podcaster (beingyoullc.podbean.com),  who celebrate courageous women who have overcome obstacles and are continually pursuing their passions. 

Last year, she opened my private practice, where she works with neurodivergent and neurotypical children and support parents. In the past two years, she has launched her practice, written a book, and started a podcast. I am now focusing on helping parents, especially professional moms, fulfill their dreams.

What keeps her going is embracing the discomfort of rejection an

Here is your link for your FREE Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance Workbook:

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Get it now!!

Welcome to the Inner Radiance Collective!
A sacred space for women ready to step into their power, purpose, and abundance. Launching May 2025

Whether you're a busy mom who’s lost herself in the daily grind, craving more balance, joy, and meaning—or you're ready to break free from burnout and finally put yourself back on the priority list—this membership is designed to support your growth, your healing, and your radiance from the inside out.

Level 1

The Radiance Collective Basic Membership ($10/month)

Level 2

Go Deeper: Annual Premium Membership $120 a month ($1,000 one-time payment)

Level 3

The Inner Radiance Mastermind - this is my proven signature framework to help my clients transform quicker and more sustainably. Commit to your next level of transformation. This VIP experience is for the woman who’s ready to go all in on her personal growth, leadership, and abundance journey

Ready to Join? Dm me or subscribe to my newsletter to get the invite!

You can connect with me at @Claudia_Noriega_Bersntein or at ClaudiaNoriegaBerns...

Welcome to Don’t Shrink to Fit – Winner of the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the Coaching Category! 🎙️

Hi, everyone! I’m Claudia Noriega-Bernstein, your host. I’m an abundance coach, an author, and—above all—a mom.

As I mentioned December is a special month for me—it’s my birthday month! 🎂 To celebrate, I’ve lined up incredible guests who, like me, are moms dedicated to empowering other moms to find balance, overcome emotional guilt, and create the lives they truly love.

This week, I’m thrilled to introduce you to Julie Bennett, Co-Founder of Lemonade Standers™. Julie and her sister created a groundbreaking program that teaches 6 to 12-year-olds financial skills through hands-on experiences like running their own kid businesses. From lemonade stands to slime sales, these small ventures teach kids not only about money but also about problem-solving, creativity, and persistence.

In our episode, Julie and I dive into a limiting belief many parents hold: that they need to have their finances in perfect order before teaching their kids about money. But here’s the truth—kids are already learning money mindsets and patterns from us, whether we mean for them to or not. So why not be intentional and teach by design instead of by default?

“As a mother, there’s nothing I want more than to set my kids up to reach their potential,” Julie says. Helping kids make their first sale—whether it’s a lemonade stand, homemade cards, or a car wash—doesn’t just teach them about earning money. It builds their confidence, problem-solving skills, and creativity, setting them up for a lifetime of success.

Julie brings her wealth of experience as an entrepreneur, corporate strategist, and mom of three to this conversation. Her passion for helping kids learn financial literacy in a fun and engaging way is truly inspiring, and I know you’ll love what she has to share.

The best place to connect with Julie is in her Lemonade Standers Skool Community at https://www.skool.com/lemonadestanders/about or visit our website at www.lemonadestanders.org 

Here is your link for your FREE Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance Workbook:

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Get it now!!

Welcome to the Inner Radiance Collective!
A sacred space for women ready to step into their power, purpose, and abundance. Launching May 2025

Whether you're a busy mom who’s lost herself in the daily grind, craving more balance, joy, and meaning—or you're ready to break free from burnout and finally put yourself back on the priority list—this membership is designed to support your growth, your healing, and your radiance from the inside out.

Level 1

The Radiance Collective Basic Membership ($10/month)

Level 2

Go Deeper: Annual Premium Membership $120 a month ($1,000 one-time payment)

Level 3

The Inner Radiance Mastermind - this is my proven signature framework to help my clients transform quicker and more sustainably. Commit to your next level of transformation. This VIP experience is for the woman who’s ready to go all in on her personal growth, leadership, and abundance journey

Ready to Join? Dm me or subscribe to my newsletter to get the invite!

You can connect with me at @Claudia_Noriega_Bersntein or at ClaudiaNoriegaBerns...

🎙️ Welcome to Don’t Shrink to Fit – the winner of the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the Coaching category!

Hi, everyone! I’m Claudia Noriega-Bernstein, your host. I’m an abundance coach, an author, and—above all—a mom. And like many of you, I know the emotional struggles moms face when trying to balance life, work, chores, and everything in between. Trust me, I’ve been there, and I get it.

This December is a special month—it’s my birthday month! To celebrate, I’ve lined up incredible guests who are moms just like me. These inspiring women dedicate their lives to coaching and supporting other moms to overcome emotional guilt, find balance, and create a life they truly love.

If this sounds like you—or you know someone who could use a little encouragement and insight—make sure to subscribe to the podcast! You won’t want to miss the incredible stories, tips, and wisdom we’re sharing this month.

So, whether you’re juggling it all or looking for ways to create harmony in your life, this space is for you. I hope you enjoy this month’s episodes and feel inspired to take the next step toward living the abundant life you deserve.

Have you ever thought to yourself: “I am just not good at time management” or “I’m so disorganized” or "I feel so stuck with this routine" or "I just feel so overwhelmed"? Well this episode is for you, Zahra and I have the funnest and enlightening chat and I am sure you will find some tips to better your routines and create the balance we all want. Enjoy! 

Zahra Premji is a life and mindset coach who helps busy moms create more time and energy for themselves without guilt or overwhelm. As a mom of three and recovering perfectionist and people pleaser, Zahra knows what it’s like to juggle all the things while feeling like there’s never enough time. Through her Balanced Mom Movement program, she has helped countless moms rewrite their stories from feeling frazzled and stretched thin to feeling confident, calm, and deeply connected to what matters most.

With her warm, relatable approach, Zahra helps moms tackle the root causes of stress, simplify their schedules, and make space for their dreams—all while staying deeply connected to their families. Whether you’re navigating life’s unexpected challenges or trying to find balance in a busy season, Zahra’s insights will inspire you to rewrite your story and reclaim the life you deserve.

Here is your link for your FREE Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance Workbook:

https://mailchi.mp/claudianoriegabernstein.com/signup_for_free_workbook

Get it now!!

Welcome to the Inner Radiance Collective!
A sacred space for women ready to step into their power, purpose, and abundance. Launching May 2025

Whether you're a busy mom who’s lost herself in the daily grind, craving more balance, joy, and meaning—or you're ready to break free from burnout and finally put yourself back on the priority list—this membership is designed to support your growth, your healing, and your radiance from the inside out.

Level 1

The Radiance Collective Basic Membership ($10/month)

Level 2

Go Deeper: Annual Premium Membership $120 a month ($1,000 one-time payment)

Level 3

The Inner Radiance Mastermind - this is my proven signature framework to help my clients transform quicker and more sustainably. Commit to your next level of transformation. This VIP experience is for the woman who’s ready to go all in on her personal growth, leadership, and abundance journey

Ready to Join? Dm me or subscribe to my newsletter to get the invite!

You can connect with me at @Claudia_Noriega_Bersntein or at ClaudiaNoriegaBerns...

🎙️ Welcome to Don’t Shrink to Fit – the winner of the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the Coaching category!

In this second part of my conversation with Johanna Crawford, the visionary founder of Web of Benefit, Inc., we delve deeper into the pivotal moments that shaped her purpose-driven career. Johanna shares how her childhood experiences influenced her mission to empower survivors of domestic violence and how founding Web of Benefit became a life-changing milestone.

She also introduces the transformative Pay-It-Forward program, a capstone to her organization’s grant-giving efforts. Through this innovative Good Works Agreement, each survivor she helped committed to supporting three others, sparking a ripple effect that has positively impacted the lives of over 10,000 women and children.

Johanna’s insights on self-worth, reframing domestic violence as “intimate terrorism,” and the power of forgiveness offer invaluable lessons for anyone seeking inspiration and growth.

Join us for this moving and enlightening conversation as we explore the steps and goals Johanna teaches to help survivors reclaim their power and dreams. This is an episode that will leave you motivated to create your own ripple of positive change.

Connect with Johanna:
[email protected]
ittakesawoman.net
Facebook
Instagram @it.takes.a.woman
Her book: It Takes a Woman to Empower Women
About Johanna:
For the past 50 years, author Johanna Crawford has dedicated herself to community service in a wide variety of areas and organizations. In 2004, Ms. Crawford founded Web of Benefit, Inc. at age 58. There, she personally worked with over 2,200 survivors of domestic violence, helping them define and realize their goals and dreams. As a capstone to the grant-giving program, Jo designed the “Pay-It-Forward” program. With this Good Works Agreement, each survivor helped three other survivors, increasing the lives touched through WOB to over 10,000 women and children. Her awards include the Be the Change Award by the Massachusetts Conference for Women, the Award for Excellence in Collaboration from the Massachusetts Nonprofit Network, AARP Purpose Prize Fellow, and CNN Hero in 2012.

Here is your link for your FREE Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance Workbook:

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Get it now!!

Welcome to the Inner Radiance Collective!
A sacred space for women ready to step into their power, purpose, and abundance. Launching May 2025

Whether you're a busy mom who’s lost herself in the daily grind, craving more balance, joy, and meaning—or you're ready to break free from burnout and finally put yourself back on the priority list—this membership is designed to support your growth, your healing, and your radiance from the inside out.

Level 1

The Radiance Collective Basic Membership ($10/month)

Level 2

Go Deeper: Annual Premium Membership $120 a month ($1,000 one-time payment)

Level 3

The Inner Radiance Mastermind - this is my proven signature framework to help my clients transform quicker and more sustainably. Commit to your next level of transformation. This VIP experience is for the woman who’s ready to go all in on her personal growth, leadership, and abundance journey

Ready to Join? Dm me or subscribe to my newsletter to get the invite!

You can connect with me at @Claudia_Noriega_Bersntein or at ClaudiaNoriegaBerns...

🎙️ Welcome to Don’t Shrink to Fit – the winner of the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the Coaching category!

I am honored to welcome the extraordinary Johanna Crawford  to the Don't Shrink to Fit Podcast, winner of the  Women in Podcasting Award 2024, Coaching category,  for an enlightening two-part interview. 

For over 50 years, Johanna has dedicated her life to community service, working tirelessly to empower and uplift others through her advocacy and groundbreaking initiatives.

In 2004, at the age of 58, she founded Web of Benefit, Inc., a transformative organization that has directly supported over 2,200 survivors of domestic violence across Boston, Chicago, and beyond. Through her innovative Pay-It-Forward program, Johanna’s work has impacted more than 10,000 women and children, inspiring a ripple effect of healing and empowerment.

Johanna has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards, including the Be the Change Award by the Massachusetts Conference for Women, the Award for Excellence in Collaboration from the Massachusetts Nonprofit Network, and the honor of being named a CNN Hero. Her mission has been nothing short of life-changing, redefining domestic violence as “intimate terrorism” and demonstrating the power of self-worth, self-forgiveness, and dreaming big.

In this first episode, Johanna shares insights of her journey, and delves into the vital importance of nurturing our inner child and embracing self-care as a foundation for growth and healing.

Join me for this heartfelt and inspiring conversation, and don’t forget to tune in for part two, airing this coming Thursday, where we dive even deeper into Johanna’s journey and the wisdom she has to share.

This is a conversation you won’t want to miss! 🌟
Connect with Johanna:
[email protected]
ittakesawoman.net
Facebook
Instagram @it.takes.a.woman
Her book: It Takes a Woman to Empower Women

Here is your link for your FREE Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance Workbook:

https://mailchi.mp/claudianoriegabernstein.com/signup_for_free_workbook

Get it now!!

Welcome to the Inner Radiance Collective!
A sacred space for women ready to step into their power, purpose, and abundance. Launching May 2025

Whether you're a busy mom who’s lost herself in the daily grind, craving more balance, joy, and meaning—or you're ready to break free from burnout and finally put yourself back on the priority list—this membership is designed to support your growth, your healing, and your radiance from the inside out.

Level 1

The Radiance Collective Basic Membership ($10/month)

Level 2

Go Deeper: Annual Premium Membership $120 a month ($1,000 one-time payment)

Level 3

The Inner Radiance Mastermind - this is my proven signature framework to help my clients transform quicker and more sustainably. Commit to your next level of transformation. This VIP experience is for the woman who’s ready to go all in on her personal growth, leadership, and abundance journey

Ready to Join? Dm me or subscribe to my newsletter to get the invite!

You can connect with me at @Claudia_Noriega_Bersntein or at ClaudiaNoriegaBerns...

🎙️ Welcome to Don’t Shrink to Fit – the winner of the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the Coaching category!

Hi friends, and Happy Thanksgiving.

Today, I want to talk about gratitude, not the kind that’s easy to find when everything is going well, but the kind you dig for when it feels like your world is crumbling.

The past two years have been some of the most challenging of my life, and, honestly, gratitude often felt out of reach. But as I sit with everything I’ve experienced, I’ve come to see that this journey has been about more than just healing, it’s been about rediscovery, about letting go of who I thought I had to be, and finally stepping into who I truly am.

For years, I ran from my emotions. I stored them away, locked in the trunk of a car that I refused to open. I told myself I could figure it out, that I was okay. But deep down, I wasn’t. And in the last two years, I made a different choice. I stopped pretending. I stopped running. I started seeking, seeking answers in my ancestors, in the wisdom they left behind, in the lessons I was too busy to see.

I grieved the roles I thought were mine to play; the fixer, the caretaker, the person who had to hold it all together. For so long, I thought it was my job to make others happy, to carry their burdens. But the truth is, it never was. That was a role I adopted out of a need to feel useful, to feel worthy.

And let me tell you, grieving that part of myself wasn’t easy. It hurt...physically, emotionally, somatically. My body bore the weight of it all as I processed years of stored pain. It made me sick at times, but it also made me whole.

For the first time, I began to truly see the people in my life. I saw them for who they were, not who I hoped they’d be. And I began to release the weight of responsibilities that were never mine to carry.

Even my vision for my career changed. What I thought was my purpose was only part of the story. I realized that I had to let those long-buried emotions out of the trunk and let them sit beside me. And when I did, my path shifted.

Here’s the thing about gratitude: it doesn’t come easy when you’re hurting. It’s hard to see the light when you feel broken and disconnected. But what I’ve learned is that even in the hardest moments, gratitude isn’t about ignoring the pain—it’s about honoring it. It’s about seeing the lessons in the struggle and trusting that it’s all part o

Here is your link for your FREE Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Abundance Workbook:

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Get it now!!

Welcome to the Inner Radiance Collective!
A sacred space for women ready to step into their power, purpose, and abundance. Launching May 2025

Whether you're a busy mom who’s lost herself in the daily grind, craving more balance, joy, and meaning—or you're ready to break free from burnout and finally put yourself back on the priority list—this membership is designed to support your growth, your healing, and your radiance from the inside out.

Level 1

The Radiance Collective Basic Membership ($10/month)

Level 2

Go Deeper: Annual Premium Membership $120 a month ($1,000 one-time payment)

Level 3

The Inner Radiance Mastermind - this is my proven signature framework to help my clients transform quicker and more sustainably. Commit to your next level of transformation. This VIP experience is for the woman who’s ready to go all in on her personal growth, leadership, and abundance journey

Ready to Join? Dm me or subscribe to my newsletter to get the invite!

You can connect with me at @Claudia_Noriega_Bersntein or at ClaudiaNoriegaBerns...