Vulnerable. Personal. And maybe… a little unexplainable.

In today’s episode, I’m sharing a story I’ve never fully unpacked like this before—one that completely shifted how I see life, death, and everything in between.

It starts with a memory from high school…
 A sudden loss.
 A moment frozen in time.

And it leads to an experience 20 years later that I still can’t logically explain—but also can’t deny.

This episode is about:

•  Grief that stays with you in quiet ways 
•  The moments that don’t make sense—but feel deeply true 
•  Letting go of needing to have all the answers 
•  Opening yourself to possibility, even when it challenges what you were taught 
•  And what happens when you allow mystery instead of resisting it 

I also share how this experience:

•  Shifted my relationship with faith and spirituality 
•  Helped me find peace in a season of questioning 
•  Opened me up to signs, synchronicities, and deeper connection 

If you’ve ever:

•  Felt a presence you couldn’t explain 
•  Noticed “coincidences” that felt too perfect 
•  Questioned what happens after we die 
•  Or wondered if your loved ones are still somehow with you… 

This conversation will meet you there.

Mentioned in this episode:

•  Netflix series exploring near-death experiences & the unexplained 
•  Mediumship readings & intuitive connections 
•  Tarot (The Light Seer’s deck) 
•  Reiki & energy healing experiences 
•  Full Moon in Scorpio workshop 🌕 
•  Mother’s Day Human Design connection readings (special offer through May)

Support the show

Katie Ruppert is a transformational coach who helps women trade overwhelm and striving for more peace, energy, and ease. Through a powerful blend of mind–body practices, coaching, and the self-discovery system of Human Design, she guides clients to lighten their load and take the next right step toward the life they want—without needing a total life overhaul.

She’s also the host of the Inspired by Design podcast, where she shares real stories, practical tools, and fresh perspectives on how to move through the messy middle of life with less resistance and more flow.

Katie believes transformation doesn’t have to come from doing more—it comes from reconnecting with who you are, calming the noise, and creating space for what matters most. Whether it’s through one-on-one coaching, workshops, or her podcast, Katie’s work is about helping women feel seen, supported, and empowered to create a life that feels lighter.

The best place to connect, find free resources & book is https://linktr.ee/KatieRuppert

What if the reason you feel exhausted… isn’t because you’re doing too much—but because you’re doing things your body is quietly saying no to?

In this episode, Katie shares a real, unfiltered story from her first day back after vacation—one that perfectly illustrates how Human Design isn’t just something you learn… it’s something you live.

From hitting a wall in a yoga class to feeling completely energized just hours later, this episode walks you through what it actually looks like to follow your energy in real time—and why that might change everything for you.

Key Takeaways

•  Your body is always responding—even when you’re not listening 
•  Energy increases when you follow what feels right for you
•  You don’t need to understand everything—just start experimenting 
•  Small, in-the-moment decisions create big life shifts over time 

Mentioned in This Episode

•  Moon Workshops 
  •  May 1 @ Detox Yoga (movement + flow) 
  •  May 7 @ Chakra Healing Room (moon + Human Design transits) 
•  Lighten Your Load Journey (group coaching experience) 
•  Human Design Readings (foundational sessions) 
•  Katie’s Free Facebook Community 

Ways to Connect

•  Submit a question for an upcoming Q&A episode 
•  Book a Human Design reading or coaching session 
•  Join an upcoming workshop or event

Support the show

Katie Ruppert is a transformational coach who helps women trade overwhelm and striving for more peace, energy, and ease. Through a powerful blend of mind–body practices, coaching, and the self-discovery system of Human Design, she guides clients to lighten their load and take the next right step toward the life they want—without needing a total life overhaul.

She’s also the host of the Inspired by Design podcast, where she shares real stories, practical tools, and fresh perspectives on how to move through the messy middle of life with less resistance and more flow.

Katie believes transformation doesn’t have to come from doing more—it comes from reconnecting with who you are, calming the noise, and creating space for what matters most. Whether it’s through one-on-one coaching, workshops, or her podcast, Katie’s work is about helping women feel seen, supported, and empowered to create a life that feels lighter.

The best place to connect, find free resources & book is https://linktr.ee/KatieRuppert

It’s a New Moon in Aries—and instead of pushing harder, we’re flipping the script on how you create, decide, and move forward.

Katie walks through:

•  A fresh, non-hustle approach to goal setting using moon cycles 
•  Why clarity doesn’t come from pressure (and what to do instead) 
•  The real reason you’re overthinking everything—and how to stop 
•  Burnout vs. “laziness” (and why you’re probably asking the wrong question) 
•  How to start trusting your body instead of your mind 
•  A simple way to move through anxiety without forcing it away 
•  Why “shoulding” on yourself is keeping you stuck 
•  Where to start with yoga, breathwork, or any self-care practice (without overwhelm) 

Key reminders you’ll want to take with you:

•  You don’t have to decide your whole life today 
•  A full-bodied yes is your best decision-making tool 
•  Resistance is information, not failure 
•  You’re allowed to let things end—even the good things 
•  Clarity comes from space, not pressure 

🌑 New Moon Reflection Prompt

What are you ready to create—and what needs to be released to make space for it?

🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED

•  Human Design readings (mini sessions + foundational readings) 
•  Waitlist: Lighten Your Load Journey (6-week experiment with your design) 
•  Workshops: Work With the Moon (Not Against Yourself)
•  Upcoming Retreat: Pathway to Peace Retreat (April 24–26, Elsberry, MO) 
•  Local classes + 10-minute beginner-friendly yoga on YouTube 
•  Reiki sessions (local or with trusted practitioners)
• Submit your questions

Support the show

Katie Ruppert is a transformational coach who helps women trade overwhelm and striving for more peace, energy, and ease. Through a powerful blend of mind–body practices, coaching, and the self-discovery system of Human Design, she guides clients to lighten their load and take the next right step toward the life they want—without needing a total life overhaul.

She’s also the host of the Inspired by Design podcast, where she shares real stories, practical tools, and fresh perspectives on how to move through the messy middle of life with less resistance and more flow.

Katie believes transformation doesn’t have to come from doing more—it comes from reconnecting with who you are, calming the noise, and creating space for what matters most. Whether it’s through one-on-one coaching, workshops, or her podcast, Katie’s work is about helping women feel seen, supported, and empowered to create a life that feels lighter.

The best place to connect, find free resources & book is https://linktr.ee/KatieRuppert

Ever feel like you’re doing all the “right” things… but still feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure?

In this episode, Katie shares a real-life reflection after teaching a Human Design workshop—where one surprising pattern sparked a powerful reminder: the answers you’re searching for aren’t outside of you.

We explore why decision-making feels so hard, how your body is already guiding you (whether you trust it or not), and two simple but powerful mindset shifts that can completely change how you move forward.

If you’ve been overthinking, second-guessing, or waiting for clarity to come from somewhere “out there”… this episode will bring you back home to yourself.

What You’ll Learn

•  Why so many people feel stuck even when they’re “doing the work” 
•  The real reason decision-making feels overwhelming 
•  How your Human Design authority simplifies choices 
•  What a “sacral yes” actually feels like in real life 
•  Why not everything that’s right for you feels “fun” 
•  How to stop labeling decisions as “mistakes” 
•  A powerful reframe: “tuition vs. failure”

Key Moments

• The shift from searching outside yourself → trusting what’s already within
• The “this or that” trick that reveals what you actually want
• Why resistance is often your clearest answer
• The “tuition” mindset that removes guilt from past decisions

Links & Resources Mentioned

•  Sacred Spring Tea Ceremony (April 12) 
•  Moon Workshops 5/1, 5/7
•  Online Calendar (book sessions, classes, events) 
•  Waitlist for Lighten Your Load Without Blowing Up Your Life (summer group) 
•  Submit your question for an upcoming Q&A episode (Google Form) 

Support the show

Katie Ruppert is a transformational coach who helps women trade overwhelm and striving for more peace, energy, and ease. Through a powerful blend of mind–body practices, coaching, and the self-discovery system of Human Design, she guides clients to lighten their load and take the next right step toward the life they want—without needing a total life overhaul.

She’s also the host of the Inspired by Design podcast, where she shares real stories, practical tools, and fresh perspectives on how to move through the messy middle of life with less resistance and more flow.

Katie believes transformation doesn’t have to come from doing more—it comes from reconnecting with who you are, calming the noise, and creating space for what matters most. Whether it’s through one-on-one coaching, workshops, or her podcast, Katie’s work is about helping women feel seen, supported, and empowered to create a life that feels lighter.

The best place to connect, find free resources & book is https://linktr.ee/KatieRuppert

I missed my first Friday episode ever… and it turned out to be the perfect lesson in consistency.

After moving into my new apartment, I spent a full week unpacking, organizing, and following the burst of energy that came from a full-body “yes.”

Instead of beating myself up for stepping away from work, I watched my Human Design as a Manifesting Generator play out in real time.

In this episode, I’m sharing what the move taught me about:

•  Trusting your energy instead of forcing productivity 
•  Why consistency isn’t about doing the same thing every day 
•  How Human Design can help you stop fighting your natural rhythm 
•  A simple full-moon check-in practice to release what’s not working 
•  The powerful reminder that helps me when life feels overwhelming: Only connect.

If you’ve ever worried that you’re “too inconsistent,” this conversation might change the way you see yourself.

In This Episode

•  Why missing a week of the podcast was actually aligned with my energy 
•  What I noticed about my Manifesting Generator energy while moving 
•  The difference between rigid structure vs. natural rhythm
•  How Human Design helped me stop judging my productivity 
•  The power of the Full Moon reflection practice
•  My personal anchor phrase for overwhelm: “Only connect.”

Mentioned in the Episode

🌙 Work With the Moon Workshops

•  May 1 – Detox Yoga (MindBody App)
•  May 7 - Chakra Healing Room
•  June 4 – The Chakra Healing Room 

🍵 Tea Ceremony Event
April 12 – Lake St. Louis (Katie sharing the Human Design energy of the day)

🌿 Permission to Pause Retreat
Last weekend of April – just outside St. Louis

✨ Book a Human Design Reading
Connection readings available (gift cards can be redeemed!)

🎧 Inspired by Design Podcast
Explore previous episodes about Human Design, energy rhythms, and self-discovery.

Support the show

Katie Ruppert is a transformational coach who helps women trade overwhelm and striving for more peace, energy, and ease. Through a powerful blend of mind–body practices, coaching, and the self-discovery system of Human Design, she guides clients to lighten their load and take the next right step toward the life they want—without needing a total life overhaul.

She’s also the host of the Inspired by Design podcast, where she shares real stories, practical tools, and fresh perspectives on how to move through the messy middle of life with less resistance and more flow.

Katie believes transformation doesn’t have to come from doing more—it comes from reconnecting with who you are, calming the noise, and creating space for what matters most. Whether it’s through one-on-one coaching, workshops, or her podcast, Katie’s work is about helping women feel seen, supported, and empowered to create a life that feels lighter.

The best place to connect, find free resources & book is https://linktr.ee/KatieRuppert

Have you ever had one of those days where everything feels harder than it should… and you assume something must be wrong with you?

What if nothing is wrong with you at all?

In this episode of Inspired by Design, Katie shares a preview of her upcoming workshop “Work With the Moon, Not Against Yourself.” She explains how understanding natural energy cycles—from the moon to Human Design transits—can help you stop fighting your energy and start working with it.

Rather than predicting the future, these tools can help you reflect, notice patterns, and support your nervous system so you can move through life with more awareness and less resistance.

If you’ve ever felt like your productivity, creativity, or emotions move in waves… this episode will help you understand why.

Reflection Questions From This Episode

Try journaling or reflecting on these:

 • Where have I been pushing harder than necessary?
 • What part of my life needs my attention right now?
 • What would feel supportive for me to do today?

Even one small action can make the next few days easier.

Upcoming Workshop

Work With the Moon, Not Against Yourself

This workshop teaches a simple way to check in with yourself using moon phases and Human Design themes—without needing to study astrology or complex systems.

You’ll learn how to:

• recognize your natural energy rhythms
• pause and reflect instead of pushing through burnout
• build a supportive monthly self-check-in practice

Upcoming workshop dates:

• April 2
• May 1
• May 7
• June 4

Details and registration are linked below.

Mentioned in This Episode

• Workshop: Work With the Moon, Not Against Yourself
• Waitlist / interest form for the upcoming online community
• Katie’s March Human Design Reading Sale
• Podcast recommendation: Ghost of a Podcast

Links

• Book a Human Design Reading (March sale pricing)
• Workshop registration
• Online community interest form
• Join the Inspired by Design with Katie Ruppert Facebook group

Support the show

Katie Ruppert is a transformational coach who helps women trade overwhelm and striving for more peace, energy, and ease. Through a powerful blend of mind–body practices, coaching, and the self-discovery system of Human Design, she guides clients to lighten their load and take the next right step toward the life they want—without needing a total life overhaul.

She’s also the host of the Inspired by Design podcast, where she shares real stories, practical tools, and fresh perspectives on how to move through the messy middle of life with less resistance and more flow.

Katie believes transformation doesn’t have to come from doing more—it comes from reconnecting with who you are, calming the noise, and creating space for what matters most. Whether it’s through one-on-one coaching, workshops, or her podcast, Katie’s work is about helping women feel seen, supported, and empowered to create a life that feels lighter.

The best place to connect, find free resources & book is https://linktr.ee/KatieRuppert

March 2026 "moving sale" https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5rHsl9Y8mEraoNmxkeq618N5pSyOmt7mAC8V_3Nu1o88qpA/viewform?usp=header

Many people discover Human Design and think, “That’s interesting.”
But what surprises most people is how practical it becomes when you actually use it.

In this episode, Katie shares the three biggest reasons people book Human Design readings with her—and the simple, real-life shifts they end up making that change how they use their energy, make decisions, and connect with the people they love.

Instead of blowing up your life trying to change everything at once, Human Design invites you to experiment with small shifts that create clarity, confidence, and more ease.

Katie also shares a personal life update and announces a limited-time Human Design reading special while she prepares for an upcoming move and new chapter.

In This Episode You'll Learn

• Why Human Design is more than “interesting personality information”
• The three most common reasons people book a reading
• How understanding your energy can reduce burnout
• Why your decision-making authority can eliminate constant second-guessing
• How Human Design improves communication with partners, kids, and coworkers
• Why tiny experiments often create the biggest life shifts

Support the show

Katie Ruppert is a transformational coach who helps women trade overwhelm and striving for more peace, energy, and ease. Through a powerful blend of mind–body practices, coaching, and the self-discovery system of Human Design, she guides clients to lighten their load and take the next right step toward the life they want—without needing a total life overhaul.

She’s also the host of the Inspired by Design podcast, where she shares real stories, practical tools, and fresh perspectives on how to move through the messy middle of life with less resistance and more flow.

Katie believes transformation doesn’t have to come from doing more—it comes from reconnecting with who you are, calming the noise, and creating space for what matters most. Whether it’s through one-on-one coaching, workshops, or her podcast, Katie’s work is about helping women feel seen, supported, and empowered to create a life that feels lighter.

The best place to connect, find free resources & book is https://linktr.ee/KatieRuppert

What if scaling your business didn’t require more hustle… but more alignment?

This week on Inspired by Design, Katie sits down with transformational business scaling coach Priyanka Khandalkar to explore what happens when success built on hustle stops working.

Priyanka shares her journey from high-achieving engineer in male-dominated manufacturing plants to coaching over 1,200 entrepreneurs and helping businesses scale sustainably.

Along the way she experienced something many ambitious leaders know all too well: burnout.

In this conversation, Priyanka opens up about the moment she realized the traditional “scale fast” model wasn’t aligned with how she wanted to live or lead—and how learning to trust intuition, build systems, and create space for creativity completely transformed her business and life.

Katie and Priyanka also explore the connection between strategy, intuition, and human design, and why building a business that works for you matters more than following someone else’s formula.

If you’ve ever wondered whether there’s a better way to grow your work without sacrificing your wellbeing, this episode is a refreshing perspective.

In This Episode You'll Hear

• Priyanka’s path from engineer to entrepreneur
• What burnout taught her about scaling a business
• Why the typical “hustle harder” approach fails many entrepreneurs
• How intuition and structure can work together in business
• The “rubber band effect” that causes inconsistent income
• Why entrepreneurs must build systems before scaling
• How to identify marketing strategies that align with your personality
• The power of visibility when building a business

Memorable Takeaways

• Success doesn’t have to come from pushing harder.
• Scaling requires systems, not just effort.
• The right marketing strategy depends on how you naturally connect with people.
• Sustainable growth comes from alignment + structure.

Resources & Links Mentioned

Priyanka’s Delegation & Automation Workbook (Free Gift)
getyoursop.com

Priyanka’s podcast: Show Up With Priyanka

[email protected] 

https://synrgee.net 

getyoursop.com

Support the show

Katie Ruppert is a transformational coach who helps women trade overwhelm and striving for more peace, energy, and ease. Through a powerful blend of mind–body practices, coaching, and the self-discovery system of Human Design, she guides clients to lighten their load and take the next right step toward the life they want—without needing a total life overhaul.

She’s also the host of the Inspired by Design podcast, where she shares real stories, practical tools, and fresh perspectives on how to move through the messy middle of life with less resistance and more flow.

Katie believes transformation doesn’t have to come from doing more—it comes from reconnecting with who you are, calming the noise, and creating space for what matters most. Whether it’s through one-on-one coaching, workshops, or her podcast, Katie’s work is about helping women feel seen, supported, and empowered to create a life that feels lighter.

The best place to connect, find free resources & book is https://linktr.ee/KatieRuppert

Leadership Is Evolving—With or Without You

What if burnout isn’t a badge of honor—but a sign your leadership model is outdated?

In this powerful conversation, Katie sits down with Dr. Lynnea Brumbaugh founder of Executive OS and trusted advisor to executive teams navigating change without emotional chaos.

With experience working alongside organizations like MetLife and Gen X Consulting, Dr. Nne helps leaders move from artificial harmony to conscious clarity—without losing performance or profitability.

This episode is a masterclass in:

• Why mentorship matters more than management
• The generational shift redefining leadership
• How artificial harmony quietly sabotages teams
• The role of nervous system regulation in executive decision-making
• Why self-awareness is the most important leadership skill of 2026
• Integrating the The Enneagram into team dynamics
• How energetic practices belong in corporate spaces
• What it means to lead from presence instead of pressure

Dr Brumbaugh vulnerably shares her personal transformation—from childhood cancer and multiple near-death experiences to betrayal, breakdown, and rebuilding her life from a place of deep awareness.

This is not just a leadership conversation.

It’s a consciousness conversation.

And it will change how you see burnout, conflict, and purpose.

🔗 Mentioned in This Episode

• Connect with and get Dr Lynnea's Free gift: https://linktr.ee/LynneaBrumbaugh
• Executive OS Program
• Mondays on Fire (nervous system reset sessions)
• Zero Drag (formerly Friday Focus)
• Flow No Grow free course
• Annual anthology opportunity
• The Enneagram Institute teachings
• “The Five Dysfunctions of a Team” model
• Eckhart Tolle quote:
   “Do not let a mad world tell you that success is anything other than a successful present moment.”

Support the show

Katie Ruppert is a transformational coach who helps women trade overwhelm and striving for more peace, energy, and ease. Through a powerful blend of mind–body practices, coaching, and the self-discovery system of Human Design, she guides clients to lighten their load and take the next right step toward the life they want—without needing a total life overhaul.

She’s also the host of the Inspired by Design podcast, where she shares real stories, practical tools, and fresh perspectives on how to move through the messy middle of life with less resistance and more flow.

Katie believes transformation doesn’t have to come from doing more—it comes from reconnecting with who you are, calming the noise, and creating space for what matters most. Whether it’s through one-on-one coaching, workshops, or her podcast, Katie’s work is about helping women feel seen, supported, and empowered to create a life that feels lighter.

The best place to connect, find free resources & book is https://linktr.ee/KatieRuppert

This wasn’t the episode I planned — and that’s the point.

In this Season 2 kickoff, I share what it looked like to navigate overwhelm in real time instead of trying to “fix” it. From old achievement scripts resurfacing to feeling irritable and off, I walk you through how I used my Human Design strategy (respond + inform), nervous system awareness, and simple embodied tools to shift without blowing up my life.

If you’re high-capacity, high-achieving, and still sometimes feel behind, this one’s for you.

In This Episode We Talk About:

• Why overwhelm is a nervous system signal — not a time management failure
• Old mental scripts: “You’re not enough,” “You should be further,” “You don’t deserve rest”
• The difference between fixing your feelings vs. allowing them
• Snow globe mode (what happens when your nervous system gets shaken up)
• The power of going back to the basics
• How responding (instead of forcing) changed my entire day
• Why Human Design strategy is practical, not abstract
• Real-life examples for:
  • Generators & Manifesting Generators (respond → satisfaction)
  • Manifestors (inform → initiate)
  • Projectors (wait for invitation)
  • Reflectors (honor environment & timing)
• What happened when I chose yoga + tarot over forcing productivity
• Why you don’t have to blow up your life to lighten your load

Tools & Resources Mentioned

• Human Design connection chart sessions
• AO Scanner
• Emotion Code / Body Code
• Reiki
• Yoga & breathwork
• PEMF mat
• Red light therapy
• Serenity Now Float Spa
• Mini readings
• Corporate Human Design & yoga bookings
• Human Design + Yoga Workshop at Detox Yoga (Non-Heated | Friday the 27th | 6:30 PM | $40 | 2-hour experience | Chart printout included)
• Enchanted Tea Party (April 12 | 50 tickets | sound, astrology, Human Design, community)
• Inspired by Design with Katie Rupert Facebook group
• Website + free downloads (link in show notes)

Support the show

Katie Ruppert is a transformational coach who helps women trade overwhelm and striving for more peace, energy, and ease. Through a powerful blend of mind–body practices, coaching, and the self-discovery system of Human Design, she guides clients to lighten their load and take the next right step toward the life they want—without needing a total life overhaul.

She’s also the host of the Inspired by Design podcast, where she shares real stories, practical tools, and fresh perspectives on how to move through the messy middle of life with less resistance and more flow.

Katie believes transformation doesn’t have to come from doing more—it comes from reconnecting with who you are, calming the noise, and creating space for what matters most. Whether it’s through one-on-one coaching, workshops, or her podcast, Katie’s work is about helping women feel seen, supported, and empowered to create a life that feels lighter.

The best place to connect, find free resources & book is https://linktr.ee/KatieRuppert