In this inspiring episode of KiraGrace Living, Kira talks to interior designer Stormy Petersen about how intentional design can support wellbeing.

After a successful fashion design career with brands like Coldwater Creek, Sundance, and Yeezy, Stormy made a bold career change and launched Stormy Sparlin Studios, an interior design firm rooted in elegance, authenticity, and beauty. 

Kira and Stormy explore how our physical spaces influence the way we feel, how to bring more intentionality into our design choices, and how to turn you home into your sanctuary. 

Whether you’re craving a shift in your space, navigating a move, or simply curious about how color, light, and texture affect your mood, this conversation will leave you inspired to rethink what a home can be for you.

In this episode of KiraGrace Living, Kira meets with chef and wellness expert Katie Farina to discuss the powerful connection between food, body, and mind.

Katie’s journey began during her mother’s battle with cancer, which inspired her to explore the powerful connection between nutrition and health. That experience opened the door to a lifelong passion: understanding how what we eat can help us heal, support recovery, and create lasting wellness.

Trained at the Natural Epicurean Academy of Culinary Arts, Katie went on to launch Katie’s Healing Kitchen, where she teaches people how to cook with intention using whole, nourishing ingredients. From leading anti-cancer cooking classes to serving as a guest chef and wellness expert at several hotels, Katie has dedicated her life to helping others transform their health through food.

Katie and Kira talk about the emotional and physical impact of nutrition, what it means to cook and eat with purpose, and how mindful shifts in your kitchen can lead to big changes in your wellbeing.

In this honest and eye-opening episode of KiraGrace Living, Kira sits down with author and yoga teacher Michelle Marchildon for a candid conversation about navigating menopause with humor, wisdom, and grace. Known for her bold voice and unfiltered perspective, Michelle shares what she wishes every woman knew about midlife and why it’s time to stop whispering about menopause.

From identity shifts and hormone chaos to the emotional terrain of aging, this episode is both deeply relatable and refreshingly empowering. Kira and Michelle explore the myths we’ve been sold, the power of knowledge, and how women can reclaim their voice and vitality during one of the most transformative chapters of life.

Whether you’re in the thick of perimenopause or just beginning to notice subtle changes, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone ready to feel seen, heard, and supported.

Key Learnings:

• Normalize the Conversation: Menopause is a major life transition, not a personal failing. Talking about it openly helps us reclaim power and perspective.
• Laugh Through the Chaos: A sense of humor and self-compassion can go a long way when dealing with hot flashes, brain fog, and more.
• Stay Curious, Not Judgmental: Every woman’s experience is different. There’s no “right” way to move through this stage only your way.
• Movement Matters: Staying active, even when energy dips, supports strength, stability, and sanity.
• Find Your People: Community, conversation, and connection are key to thriving through hormonal and emotional changes.

Connect with Michelle:
www.michellemarchildon.com

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In the debut episode of KiraGrace Living, Kira sits down with internationally renowned yoga teacher Desiree Rumbaugh to talk about how to travel with joy, resilience, and grace. From staying healthy on the go to releasing perfectionism and finding presence in every moment, Desiree shares practical strategies and hard-earned wisdom from her decades of teaching and global travel.

You’ll hear about her favorite go-to travel snacks, how she navigates staying well without being overly rigid, and why surrendering to the imperfect moments is often where the real magic of travel lives. Whether you’re jetting off to Europe or just trying to pack well for your next weekend away, this episode invites you to embrace the journey—mind, body, and spirit.

Key Learnings:

Mastering Travel at Any Age: Staying energized and adaptable is key to enjoying extensive travel; preparation, independence, and minimalism are essential.

Solo Travel Wisdom: Travel lightly, both physically and mentally. One carry-on and one backpack are enough, even for multi-week trips.

Let Go of Perfection: Looking flawless is less important than feeling comfortable, calm, and present, especially when navigating unfamiliar places.

Travel Diet Tips: Flexible eating habits and reliable snacks help maintain health and hormone balance on the go.

Staying Active on the Go: Even without a gym, staying committed to strength training and mobility is possible while traveling using simple tools like resistance bands, calisthenics in hotel rooms, and yoga on the floor help maintain core strength, flexibility, and overall wellness.  

Stay Nimble and Calm: Delays and disruptions are inevitable; staying centered through them is part of traveling with grace.

Healthy Boundaries: Limiting alcohol and sugar is essential for good sleep and energy, especially while traveling.

Connect with Desiree:
desireerumbaugh.com

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