You spoke, and we listened. After our last episode with registered dietitian Kim Shapira, my DMs were filled with thoughtful questions, concerns, and requests for clarification. Some of you were curious, some were skeptical, and honestly? I love that. Because that's exactly why I asked Kim to come back.

In this follow-up conversation, Kim answers your most pressing questions with science-backed honesty. We're diving deep into the topics that sparked the most conversation: seed oils, parasite cleanses, food sensitivities versus allergies, and what to do when you're genuinely struggling with food addiction or binge eating.

What I appreciate most about Kim is that she doesn't tell you what to think but she explains the why behind it. She's a friend, but more importantly, she's someone who stands behind what she says with research, experience, and a genuine desire to help people heal their relationship with food and their bodies.

Connect with Kim Shapira:

Website: https://www.kimshapiramethod.com/

Book: This Is What You're Really Hungry For

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimshapiramethod/

Resources mentioned:

EverlyWell food sensitivity testing

Connect with Sabrina:

https://www.instagram.com/Sabrina_Soto/

www.SabrinaSoto.com

In this conversation, I sit down with Beatriz Victoria Albina, a family nurse practitioner, somatic experiencing practitioner, and author of the newly released book End Emotional Outsourcing to unpack why so many of us struggle with people-pleasing, perfectionism, and burnout.

Beatriz introduces the concept of "emotional outsourcing" (a term even Oprah is talking about) which describes how we've learned to source our sense of worth, safety, and belonging from everyone and everything outside ourselves. But here's the revolutionary part: she explains that these aren't personality flaws. They're survival skills we developed as kids, and we can unlearn them.

We get real about the invisible labor women carry, the pressure to be productive over everything else, and why setting boundaries feels so physically uncomfortable. Beatrice then walks us through practical, body-based techniques you can start today. 

This conversation is for anyone who's exhausted from putting themselves last, who feels guilty for saying no, or who's ready to stop apologizing for taking up space in their own life.

Connect with Beatriz: https://beatrizalbina.com/

Link to Beatriz's book: https://beatrizalbina.com/book/

Free Meditations: https://beatrizalbina.com/free-meditations/

Beatriz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beatrizvictoriaalbinanp/

Connect with Sabrina:

https://www.instagram.com/Sabrina_Soto/

www.SabrinaSoto.com

If you've ever felt stuck, unclear about your purpose, or like you're living someone else's life, your birth chart might hold the answers.

Jill Brown is a former NASA research scientist turned evolutionary astrologer, and she approaches the stars the same way she approached her research: with precision, pattern recognition, and proof. In this episode, she makes the case for astrology as "cosmic weather," a forecasting tool that's been studied and observed for centuries.

We dive deep into why most people are reading their charts wrong and why your sun sign might not actually be your dominant energy. Jill explains what your South Node reveals about past life karma and the patterns you're here to break, and how to tell if you're meant for visible, public leadership versus private, inner healing work. We also explore the major planetary transits happening right now that are creating massive shifts in 2025-2026, why some people physically need beauty to function (yes, it's actually in your chart), and the real stories of children remembering past lives. 

Whether you're astrology-obsessed or completely skeptical, this episode offers a fresh, grounded perspective that might just change how you see yourself and your path forward.

Jill Brown's Website:

https://www.eightstarsastrology.com/

Jill on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/eightstarsastrology/

Connect with Sabrina:

https://www.instagram.com/Sabrina_Soto/

www.SabrinaSoto.com

I'll be honest: when friends started telling me I "had to get my Human Design chart read," I was skeptical. Another personality test? But then I sat down with Emma Dunwoody, and everything changed.

Unlike every other profiling tool out there, Human Design doesn't ask you a single question. Instead, it reads your energetic blueprint based on the exact moment and place you were born. And here's what blew my mind: Emma saw things in my chart that I've felt my entire life but never had the language to express.

In this episode, Emma (behavioral specialist, Human Design expert, and author of Human Design Made Simple) breaks down exactly what Human Design is and why it's taking the personal development world by storm. We explore what Human Design actually is and how it differs from astrology, the five energy types and why knowing yours changes everything, and why so many of us feel exhausted because we're fighting against our natural design. 

Whether you're Human Design curious or have no idea what any of this means, Emma makes it accessible, practical, and honestly... life changing. This conversation gave me permission to stop trying to be someone I'm not, and I have a feeling it'll do the same for you.

Connect with Emma Dunwoody: 

emmadunwoody.com

Link to her book: 

Human Design Made Simple

Emma Dunwoody on Instagram: 

the_human_design_coach

Connect with Sabrina:

https://www.instagram.com/Sabrina_Soto/

www.SabrinaSoto.com

Manifestation isn't broken, you just need better tools.

In this episode, Mia Magik joins me to flip the script on everything you think you know about creating the life you want. Forget the vision boards for a second. Mia's approach is rooted in healing, not just hoping. She explains why manifesting love starts with examining where you're being unloving, and why calling in abundance means looking at your scarcity patterns.

We discuss the physical toll of consuming true crime and drama-filled content, the proven science of water holding intention, and simple kitchen rituals that turn your daily routine into a manifestation practice. Mia also opens up about her own journey through relationship struggles, self-betrayal, and finding her way back to her power through some seriously uncomfortable inner work.

This conversation touches on the Sacred Rage Ritual, why women's anger is revolutionary, and Mia's current explorations with Tantra as a tool for understanding power, surrender, and healing. Whether you're new to manifestation or your practice has gone stale, this episode offers practical wisdom you can use today.

Connect with Mia: 

https://miamagik.com/

Mia on Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/miamagik/

Link to sign up for Mia's Retreats: 

https://miamagik.com/2025retreatrooms/

Link to purchase Mia's book: IntuWitchin

Connect with Sabrina:

https://www.instagram.com/Sabrina_Soto/

www.SabrinaSoto.com

Our relationship with food doesn't have to be this complicated. Nutritionist Kim Shapira, and author of "This Is What You're Really Hungry For," doesn't offer another set of food rules. Instead, she reveals why our relationship with food became so fraught in the first place.

Talking with Kim challenged everything I thought I knew about "healthy" eating. She explains how our bodies, with their 37 trillion constantly communicating cells, already know exactly what and how much we need to eat. The problem isn't our appetite or willpower; it's the mental noise that drowns out our natural hunger and fullness signals.

What struck me most was her rule: "eat what you love, as long as the food loves you back." It sounds simple, but it requires actually paying attention to how food makes us feel, which is something most of us rarely do when we're eating standing up, rushing between meetings, or scrolling our phones.

Whether you're tired of fighting with food, confused by contradictory nutrition advice, or just want to understand why eating can trigger both physical discomfort and emotional spirals, this conversation offers a different path forward. One that starts with trusting the wisdom your body already possesses.

Connect with Kim Shapira:
https://www.kimshapiramethod.com/

Kim Shapira on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/kimshapiramethod/

Link to Purchase her book: "This What You're Really Hungry For"

Link to her Masterclass

Connect with Sabrina:

https://www.instagram.com/Sabrina_Soto/

www.SabrinaSoto.com

MaryAnn DiMarco, psychic medium and best-selling author, returns to Redesigning Life for a profound conversation about connecting with spirit guides and accessing our own inner wisdom. She brings fresh insights from her latest book, explaining that spirit guides aren't mysterious external entities but rather our "universal team" helping highlight what we already know to be true.

If you've ever wondered whether you have spirit guides, or felt a little skeptical about the whole concept, MaryAnn's perspective will surprise you. She explains that these aren't mysterious beings floating around us, but rather our "universal team" that helps us recognize what we already know deep down to be true.

Her advice that stayed with me: Take just five minutes each day to be quiet and receive instead of constantly reaching outward. The wisdom you're looking for might already be within you, and sometimes we just need a little help accessing it.

This conversation will leave you feeling both grounded and inspired, whether you're a longtime believer or just beginning to explore what inner guidance might look like in your own life.

Connect with MaryAnn DiMarco: 

https://maryanndimarco.com/

MaryAnn on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/maryannthemedium/

MaryAnn's new book: The Guide(s) Book:

https://bit.ly/4nLeB0E

Connect with Sabrina:

https://www.instagram.com/Sabrina_Soto/

www.SabrinaSoto.com

In this powerful episode, bestselling author T L Swan shares her incredible journey from financial ruin to literary success. After losing everything in a failed business venture, T L discovered a box of stories she'd written as a teenager and made a life-changing decision: she would write a book using a free 30-day trial of Microsoft Word because she couldn't afford to buy the program.

That single decision led to a career that's produced 25 novels, millions of copies sold worldwide, and bestseller status in multiple countries. But T L's story goes beyond the numbers. She opens up about the mindset shifts that transformed her life, including how reading "The Secret" became a turning point during her darkest days.

We also dive into a topic that affects countless women but rarely gets discussed openly: how perimenopause and menopause can derail careers and creativity. TL shares her two-year struggle with what doctors called "burnout" but was actually hormonal changes, and how finding the right treatment brought her back to full creative power.

Whether you're facing your own challenges, curious about the publishing world, or navigating midlife changes, T L's story of resilience, reinvention, and taking control will leave you inspired. Plus, find out about her latest release,  the Miles High Club Deluxe Edition, and why she made the bold move to buy back her rights from Amazon.

This is a conversation about second chances, trusting your instincts, and never giving up on your dreams.

Connect with T L Swan:
https://tlswanauthor.com/

T L on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/tlswanauthor/

T L on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/tlswanauthor

Link to pre-order the Miles High Club Series Deluxe Editions:
https://tlswanauthor.com/coming-soon/

Connect with Sabrina:

https://www.instagram.com/Sabrina_Soto/

www.SabrinaSoto.com

This week, we are re-releasing one of Redesigning Life's most well-received and downloaded episodes... Holly Whitaker : Quit Like A Women

Have you ever wondered why we reach for a drink during life's highest moments and lowest lows? Why does alcohol seem essential to celebrating a wedding, mourning a loss, or simply getting through a Tuesday?

In this illuminating conversation with Holly Whitaker, author of "Quit Like a Woman", we explore the complex relationship many of us have with alcohol and how it might be affecting more than we realize. Holly shares her personal journey from someone who used alcohol, cigarettes, and food to "ruin herself and clean herself up" repeatedly to discovering a path toward genuine fulfillment without substances.

What makes this discussion particularly powerful is the science Holly brings to the table. She explains how alcohol hijacks our dopamine system, making it difficult to experience pleasure from everyday activities and creating a false association between drinking and fun. "Alcohol doesn't actually produce fun," Holly reveals. "Fun things produce fun." This insight challenges the cultural narrative that positions alcohol as the essential ingredient for enjoyment.

Beyond the science, Holly offers practical wisdom for anyone questioning their relationship with alcohol. Rather than advocating for an all-or-nothing approach, she emphasizes the power of subtle shifts in awareness and intention. By simply allowing yourself to notice alcohol's effects on your mood, sleep, and anxiety levels, you begin creating space for change.

Whether you're sober curious, actively changing your relationship with alcohol, or simply interested in understanding its effects better, this episode offers thoughtful perspectives without judgment. As Holly reminds us, when we release what no longer serves us... whether it's alcohol, toxic relationships, or limiting beliefs, we create space for something better to arrive.

What might be waiting on the other side of that glass for you? Listen in and consider what consciousness over cocktails could bring to your life.


Holly's Website: https://www.hollywhitaker.com/

Holly's Podcast: Co-Regulation

Holly's book: QUIT LIKE A WOMAN

Holly's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holly

Connect with Sabrina:

https://www.instagram.com/Sabrina_Soto/

www.SabrinaSoto.com

In this episode of Redesigning Life, keynote speaker and author Judi Holler discusses her new book "Holler at Your Dreams" and her journey from a corporate career to authentic self-expression. Judi gets real about her transformation from being a "Corporate Barbie" in hotel sales and marketing to discovering improv comedy in Chicago, which led her to building a seven-figure speaking business.

The conversation dives deep into what Judi calls "self-expressionism," which means using your soul and intuition as your primary brain. Her philosophy centers on knowing what truly lights us up so we can live authentically, rather than getting lost in the constant noise of social media and external expectations. We explore the danger of constant scrolling and how it disconnects us from our inner voice, emphasizing the need to "stop the scroll and tap into soul."

Judi gets vulnerable about the challenges that come with growth, including outgrowing friendships and dealing with what she calls "money grabbers" who prey on your insecurities. We dive into that uncomfortable "liminal space" between who we were and who we're becoming, and the danger of outsourcing our opinions to others who may not understand our vision. 

This one's for you if you know you're ready for something different but can't quite figure out what that looks like, if you're struggling with people-pleasing, navigating evolving friendships, or wanting to reconnect with what genuinely inspires you. 

Judi's book "Holler at Your Dreams" is available September 9th!

Connect with Judi Holler:

https://judiholler.com/

Judi Holler on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/judiholler/

Judi's Book, Holler at Your Dreams:

https://www.amazon.com/Holler-Your-Dreams-Dangerously-Inspiring/dp/1734825081/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0

Connect with Sabrina:

https://www.instagram.com/Sabrina_Soto/

www.SabrinaSoto.com