Have you ever been held back in life from doing something that you really wanted to do? Or got scared that you might 'lose it all' after the hard work was already done?

If so, you wouldn't be alone. The fear of failure is a real thing- and if we're being honest, it affects way more of us than we'd ever like to admit.

In today's Fridays with Friends feature, we are chatting with Michelle Dammen, who walks us through the last few years when she damn near bankrupt her 10 million dollar company because she couldn't let go.

She was holding onto the business too tightly, and her white-knuckling almost caused her to lose everything... including the relationships closest to her.

Together we chat about the rockslide that life gave her, which didn't just result in business challenges but severe health problems too (like being diagnosed with fibromyalgia and being 100 pounds overweight).

She's here to cut through the BS and share what really works to pull yourself out when you're in those dark places-

and the best part is, it's a step that anyone can take today.

Let's dive in, shall we?

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Here's A Little About Michelle:

Michelle Dammen is a business owner, leadership coach, and speaker who helps women navigate burnout, identity shifts, and the transition from survival mode to aligned leadership.

As the founder of G3 Unfiltered and Chief Growth Officer of a multimillion-dollar company, Michelle brings a grounded, no-BS perspective to healing, boundaries, and redefining success.

Her work blends nervous system regulation, personal responsibility, and real-life experience for women who are ready to choose themselves and create lives that actually feel good.

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We've all went through hard things in life- things that have challenged us, things that have hurt us, and things that have left us wondering if we'd even survive to see tomorrow.

But while this is common... you know what isn't? Using what we've been through to take radical responsibility for our lives, and make some dam changes.

In today's episode you can join me on a lil' rant as I share something that might just trigger the hell out of you, which is this:

The only one that can change your life is you. And it's up to you to decide if you're going to be a victim or a victor to your circumstances.

You have the power to change your life, and it all starts right now in this moment with the choices that you make, the things that you say, and the actions that you take.

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We've all heard about the importance of 'choosing yourself', but what does that actually mean when it comes to real life responsibilities? How do you find space for 'you' amongst the chaos, calendar and people in your life?

Meredith Otero has the answer. Today in our Friday's with Friends guest feature, we are speaking with this fiery New Jersey gal about the moment when she said 'no' to stagnancy, and 'yes' to change.

The real kicker? She's just a wild 4 months into this journey- and it has already been life changing for her in so many ways.

Join us as we explore what growing past your identity means, why it's okay to let certain relationships go, and how you can learn to prioritize yourself in your own life (whether or not you have kids).

Let's dive in, shall we?

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Here's A Little About Meredith:

Meredith Otero is a marketing and communications leader, mother of two, and truth-teller with a sharp sense of humor and a deep respect for personal growth that isn’t performative. Her work and writing explore identity, emotional intelligence, leadership, and what it actually looks like to choose yourself while still showing up for real life.

Meredith believes healing doesn’t make you perfect. It makes you honest. She’s passionate about helping women stop shrinking, start regulating themselves, and build lives that feel aligned instead of impressive.

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Sometimes when you've been on a 'healing journey' for a long time, it can feel frustrating when unexplainable emotions like anxiety bubble up to the surface.

If we're not careful, that frustration can take over and distance us even further from 'regulation'- which can impact the law of attraction and so much more.

In today's episode, I'm sharing with you a recent experience of mine where I had to reset my energy in real-time, so that I could return to a state of trust, surrender and neutrality.

Together we explore how decisions we make can lead to an upgrade of our identity, and how it is important to disconnect from the how, focusing solely on the direction we want to go instead.

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A cup of coffee saved her life. 

On an unsuspecting summer morning in 1977, Christiane Scarpino was saved by the three steps she took away from her desk to get a cup of coffee- at the precise moment that a bomb in her office went off.

Did you just get chills? Well, just wait until you here the rest of this story.

In this Friday's with Friends episode, we're talking directly with 70 year-old Christiane Scarpino about the trauma she faced at the age of 21 when she survived a terrorist bombing attack at her job (from a woman only six months older than her).

She walks us through the moments leading up to the explosion, the immediate aftermath, and how for years afterwards, she was treated like a criminal by the FBI who believed that she could be a suspect.

She explains how she was never evaluated medically, that PTSD wasn't known like it is today, and how she suffered for years with flashbacks and memory loss that she felt like she had to hide.

She's now reclaiming her voice with her memoir (a book she wrote to help others heal), and she's not holding back in this interview at all.

Are you ready to hear a wild story?

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Here's A Little About Christiane:

Christiane Scarpino is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and retired Massage Therapist who now devotes her life to raising awareness about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). A graduate of Rutgers University and Purdue University, she lives in New Jersey with her husband and their cherished Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers, whom she trains and competes with in various performance events.

A survivor of a terrorist bombing in 1977, Christiane’s life took a dramatic turn as she grappled with the long-lasting effects of PTSD. Her memoir, Missing Pieces, shares her deeply personal journey of resilience, highlighting the hidden struggles of trauma survivors and the importance of understanding the condition’s impact on daily life. Through her story, she provides a powerful message of hope for fellow survivors and advocates for greater awareness, empathy, and support for those living with invisible wounds.

Christiane’s mission is to educate others about PTSD, emphasizing the need for accommodations and understanding- even for those who may appear “normal” on the outside. By sharing her experiences, she aims to inspire trauma survivors and foster a greater sense of compassion and connection in society.

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Maybe it's the year of the Fire Horse, or maybe it's the fact that this month has been PACKED with blessings- but either way I am feeling lit up and ready to kick ass.

And today's episode? It's coming with a very important message that I need you to sit down and really listen to.

The truth is that you've been lied to. You've been lied to about how manifestation works, how goal setting works, and what it actually takes to get everything you want in life.

The secret is not more hustle, grind or positive thinking, despite what you've been told.

The realllll secret? It's getting extra comfy where you're at and recognizing that it doesn't actually get any better than today.

What?! Yep, you heard me. You will never be more worthy, more free or more happy than you are right now- and until you understand, accept and embrace that- your circumstances will never change.

Did that trigger you? It should. Let's discuss this wild concept together so you can better understand it- AND actually apply it to your life to get everything you want this year.

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Have you ever wondered why you can spend hours cleaning and decluttering your home, only to have it return weeks, months, or years later? I mean... what gives? Are we just lazy, or is there maybe a hidden clutter loop playing in the background that we just don't see?

Dorota Kuldo has the answer. In today's Fridays with Friends feature, we are exploring what keeps us stuck in the cycles of 'stuff'- and how we actually break free of this for good.

She shares with us the four main clutter responses- which just so happen to pair identically to our nervous system responses of Fight, Flight, Freeze and Fawn. And she even walks us through the exact reasons why 'purging' can lead to worse results, because of the key ingredient we miss in this action.

So if you've been feeling overwhelmed by clutter, are beating yourself up and wondering why you can't just 'get rid of it', and are looking for a better solution- then THIS is the exact episode you need to hear.  

Let's dive in, shall we?

Here's A Little About Dorota:

Dorota Kuldo helps women break the hidden clutter loops that keep chaos recreating itself. 

After clearing 70% of her belongings while working two full-time jobs, she uncovered the missing piece: clutter is a nervous-system pattern, not a motivation problem. 

Her work focuses on regulation, responsibility, and ending survival-driven cycles so change actually lasts.

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Marriage- it's a interesting thing. I always thought it was funny that people ask ‘how does it feel to be a Mrs.' after you get married- because what could a piece of paper possibly change?

Well, as it turns out- a lot… and it might not always be good.

Lately I've been paying attention to the other couples we know, and how we see other married people interact, and there are some big differences between them and us.

My husband and I? Best friends. We're together constantly, want to do everything together, and are obsessed with each other. We've been together 13 years and it's as if we're still in the ‘honeymoon phase’- only it's not a phase and I honestly could not imagine it being any different.

But… we've had to (and continue to) put in some serious effort in our relationship to make it as strong as it is. And truthfully? Not a lot of people are willing to put in the effort it requires to be happy and connected. It's easier to point a finger or walk away.

So in today's very triggering episode- I'm calling out the exact things I believe make or break a marriage, and how my hubby and I structure our relationship to create trust, connection and love.

This is the episode you're going to want to listen to if you're marriage isn't as healthy as you'd like it to be- or even if you're just open to different ways of doing things.

So let's dive in, shall we?
 

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Celebrating your accomplishments is cool and all... but have you tried celebrating your UNaccomplishments?! Even better.

In today's episode, my guest Carlie and I are looking back at the year of 2025 and we are talking all about the things we didn't do. We're exploring what went wrong, what we let go of, the hard lessons we had to learn- and why this actually served us in a positive way.

From bankruptcy to purposely shutting out people in our lives... we're dropping the tea on EVERTHING. Let's dive in, shall we?

Here's A Little About Carlie + Her Journey:

Carlie is a budding entrepreneur who is passionate about reconnecting women with their confident, authentic energy. As a neurodivergent creator, she had a calling to rewrite the narrative that being radically unique is something to be ashamed of. 

Carlie is dedicated to creating a culture of "unmasking", inspiring women to remove the metaphorical mask they have been conditioned to wear in an attempt to fit in, fill a role or hide from judgement. 

She is deeply connected to the divine feminine energy and the power it has when we lean into it without fear. Her lived experience provides her a unique perspective on healing the nervous system, moving through trauma and manifesting a delicious life.

Find + Connect With Carlie Here:

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This past weekend I was faced with a hardship that we all hope we never have to deal with: the loss of someone we know and care deeply for.

On Sunday my husband and I received word that a good friend of ours who we had met in Nicaragua and visited at his home in BC, passed away from a heart attack.

His death was sudden and unexpected- and it rocked our world. We've been processing, connecting with other mutual friends and his family, and looking back on all our memories with him- which has helped significantly.

But one thing I've noticed in the last few days of grieving, is that experiences like this can really stir up some deep-seeded beliefs and feelings... and there's something that grief can teach you that no one really talks about.

Today we're going to explore this together in a slow and heart-to-heart way, where I walk you through what I believe moments like this can give us and why it is so important to listen to that.

Let's dive in, shall we?

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