What if the thing that almost broke you became the very thing that set you—and your family—free?

In this raw and uplifting episode of the Reforge Your Life Show, host Joe Rivera sits down with powerhouse educator, attorney, and CEO Danielle N. Williams, who publicly shares her incredible comeback story for the first time. From enduring the unimaginable loss of her newborn son to navigating her own late-diagnosed ADHD and Asperger’s—all while championing her two neurodivergent sons—Danielle N. Williams proves that our greatest tragedies can yield our most profound transformations.

Episode Highlights:

• The harrowing day Danielle N. Williams lost her newborn son—and the raw aftermath that nearly unraveled her identity as a mother.
• Surviving insensitive, even hurtful, reactions from colleagues and outsiders, and learning the true meaning of grace and boundaries.
• The double journey of grieving: how Danielle N. Williams processed both the child she lost and reimagined a future for her autistic son, smashing limiting beliefs along the way.
• Her powerful decision, at age 52, to get neurologically tested—and finally uncover her own ADHD and Asperger’s diagnosis.
• How radical self-acceptance, honest communication with her growing sons, and a commitment to “keeping it moving” drove her through adversity after adversity.
• The birth of Stigma Consulting: a business dedicated to advocating for the strengths and possibilities of students and adults with disabilities.
• Danielle N. Williams’s unique rituals for healing, like finding refuge in bodies of water and gourmet cooking as a creative anchor.
• The core values and non-negotiables she’s built—and how she teaches others (educators, parents, and children alike) to find their worth, voice, and power, no matter their circumstances.

Whether you’re facing grief, a new diagnosis, or just feel like an “underdog,” this episode teaches you that your comeback is not just possible—it can be your greatest superpower.

Episode Overview:

• [00:00:07] Inspiring introduction and welcome by Joe Rivera
• [00:01:12]Danielle N. Williams shares her background as an advocate, educator, and “underdog”
• [00:02:56] Honest reflections on struggling at work, family life, and the decision to get neurological testing
• [00:03:30] Testing and adult diagnosis (ADHD, Asperger’s): the impact and revelation on family dynamics
• [00:10:42] The heartbreaking story of losing her son Daniel Nicholas, hospital trauma, community reaction, and processing grief
• [00:16:03] Redefining motherhood and disability, and how her sons inspired her growth
• [00:23:43] Navigating insensitive comments, self-blame, and the power of community and support in healing
• [00:34:03] Processing her son’s autism diagnosis, challenging societal beliefs, and training herself to advocate and communicate as a parent and educator
• [00:41:03] Embracing her own diagnosis: understanding strengths, non-conformity, and building a life rooted in purpose
• [00:49:19] Uncovering new core values and non-negotiables for both life and career
• [00:57:21] Launching Stigma Consulting and resources for connecting withDanielle N. Williams
• [00:59:39] Defining “Reforge” and transformative advice for overcoming adversity
• [01:04:05] Danielle N. Williams’s hidden talent: gourmet cooking with soul and legacy
• [01:07:28] Outro: Ways to follow and support the show

Be ready for an episode packed with raw truth, tears, laughter, and actionable wisdom for anyone fighting to reforge their life.

What would you do if your entire world shattered in an instant?

In this gripping episode of the Reforge Your Life Show, Joe Rivera sits down with Joe Beauchamp—founder of Beauchamp Teen Growth Solutions and host of the Live to Lead conference—for a raw, emotional, and powerfully inspiring conversation. Joe Beauchamp shares the heartbreaking story of losing his son to a fentanyl overdose, revealing what it’s really like to survive the unimaginable and find purpose in the aftermath of intense grief.

This episode isn’t just about loss—it’s about the comeback. Joe Beauchamp takes us inside his personal journey through anger, emotional toxicity, and the struggle to stay present for his family. He details the challenges of processing trauma while still having to parent—and how anger management, therapy, and community offered a lifeline back to hope.

Key highlights include:

• How to give yourself permission to grieve and be happy again

• The transformative power of gratitude (even in the midst of pain)

• How serving and helping others can become a therapeutic way forward

• Strategies for processing tough emotions, letting go of resentment, and reframing thoughts

• The importance of humility, core values, and daily progression over perfection

• Practical tools for emotional fitness that

  Joe Beauchamp

  uses and teaches through his leadership training

Plus, you’ll hear how Joe Beauchamp rebuilt his life, discovered his true purpose, and created an event designed to help others lead with impact. If you or someone you know is struggling with grief, anger, or feeling stuck in the past, this episode will give hope, actionable strategies, and the reminder that progress—no matter how small—is everything.

Episode Overview & Timestamps

• 00:00:01 – Introduction: Joe Rivera welcomes Joe Beauchamp and sets the stage
• 00:00:49 – Joe Beauchamp shares the story of losing his son
• 00:02:07 – The devastation and aftermath of loss
• 00:04:35 – Addiction, relapse, and parental fears
• 00:06:34 – Struggling with anger and emotional health
• 00:11:04 – Importance of therapy and anger management
• 00:13:40 – Teaching, serving, and finding healing by helping students
• 00:16:11 – Discovering and living your purpose
• 00:17:06 – Tools for grieving and reframing loss
• 00:22:07 – The practice and science of gratitude
• 00:29:05 – Changing the story you tell yourself and letting go of the past
• 00:36:28 – Unlocking emotional fitness and managing anger
• 00:43:40 – Core values uncovered: humility and leadership
• 00:47:29 – Where to find Joe Beauchamp and details on the Live to Lead conference
• 00:50:03 – The meaning of purpose and the power of fulfillment
• 00:52:12 – What does “reforge” mean and how do you actually do it?
• 00:54:50 – Advice to a younger self, favorite books, and fun facts

If you’re ready to move forward, heal, and turn adversity into exponential impact, don’t miss this episode.

What if losing your eyesight—and almost losing your life—was the turning point you needed to discover your true purpose?

In this profoundly moving episode of the Reforge Your Life Show, host Joe Rivera sits down with award-winning publisher, book strategist, and Army veteran Dr. Lena Payton Webb, whose journey redefines what it means to battle through darkness—literally and figuratively.

From being a passionate creative as a child, joining the military, and caring for her family, to being blindsided by a dual diagnosis of leukemia and sudden blindness, Dr. Lena Payton Webb opens up about denial, fear, and the crushing loneliness she faced. With unwavering honesty, she shares how she managed to care for her two girls and her terminally ill father while confined to a hospital room, and how her faith, coloring books, and a mustard seed-sized glimmer of hope pulled her back from the brink.

Key highlights from this episode:

• The shocking moment

  Dr. Lena Payton Webb

  lost her vision overnight and how creativity became her lifeline

• What losing “friends” and rebuilding faith in darkness taught her about true relationships

• The discovery that transformed her pain into a purpose-driven business designing books and coloring books that reflect real representation

• Lessons on resilience, self-worth, and the importance of leaning into your circle—no matter how small it feels

• The role of spirituality in her comeback, and why “reforging” isn’t about going back, but creating something entirely new

If you’re wrestling with setbacks, feeling alone in your struggle, or searching for a way to turn adversity into your next chapter, this episode will show you that even when life goes dark, you can find your way—and your purpose—again.

Episode Overview:

• [00:00:00] - Joe Rivera introduces the show and Dr. Lena Payton Webb
• [00:01:10] - Dr. Lena Payton Webb’s journey from creative child to Army veteran
• [00:01:44] - The leukemia diagnosis and being declared legally blind
• [00:02:45] - Clinging to hope: the coloring book that sparked her recovery
• [00:05:02] - Caring for her kids and terminally ill father while fighting cancer
• [00:12:33] - Facing abandonment and discovering her true supporters
• [00:14:02] - Depression, doubt, and the inner stories that nearly broke her
• [00:18:16] - The shift in perspective: valuing life after darkness
• [00:20:13] - Core values and building resilience for life’s inevitable bumps
• [00:21:30] - How her faith was tested—and transformed—in adversity
• [00:25:28] - Building a real relationship with God outside of religion
• [00:28:03] - Turning pain into purpose and launching a creative business
• [00:30:45] - What “purpose” and “reforge” really mean to Dr. Lena
• [00:31:38] - Her best advice for those searching for a comeback
• [00:32:44] - Fun facts: the joy of jet skis (even without knowing how to swim!)
• [00:33:41] - Wrap-up and resources to connect with Dr. Lena Payton Webb

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share—someone you know might need this reminder that the comeback is always possible.

What if the story you were told about yourself was never meant to be the story you lived?

In this electric episode of the Lou Diamond podcast, host Joe Rivera sits down with the champion of small business, master connector, and founder of Nooks and Socials, Adam Holtzer, for a raw and inspiring conversation packed with revelations about overcoming adversity, forging your own identity, and the true power of community.

From growing up battling learning disabilities and self-doubt to becoming a trusted resource and community builder for local businesses, Adam Holtzer shares the real and often challenging journey behind his rise. No topic is off-limits: identity crises, imposter syndrome, battling dyslexia, redefining purpose, and even the soul-searching leap from venture capital to entrepreneurship—each challenge becomes a stepping stone to unleashing his superpowers.

You'll hear about:

• How being labeled with ADD and dyslexia shaped Adam Holtzer mindset—and how he reframed those limitations into driving forces for success
• The moment Joe Rivera realized that the pain, setbacks, and even near-death experiences he survived weren’t for him alone, but were meant to inspire and help others
• The crucial difference between living as a victim vs. becoming the author of your own story
• The true meaning of community, vulnerability as a superpower, and why dropping the ego is essential for growth
• What “ikigai” (your reason for being) means and how it can guide your mission for impact and fulfillment
• Powerful mindset shifts for reframing fear into faith that builds legacies
• How real connection—rather than transactions—is the key to thriving in both business and life

With laugh-out-loud moments, memorable metaphors (bonfires, boat cruises, and diner menus!), and heartfelt insights, this episode will motivate you to confront your own limiting beliefs and “reforge” your life from the inside out.

Ready to discover how vulnerability, community, and purpose can transform your journey—no matter where you start? Tune in now.

Episode Overview: 00:00 – Show intro, welcome, and energy check

01:31 – Adam Holtzer shares their ‘how we met’ story

04:25 – Adam Holtzer life journey: growing up, family, education, jobs, and entering entrepreneurship

13:14 – Identity crisis and career transitions: lessons from leaving venture capital/marketing

17:22 – Overcoming learning disabilities: dyslexia, ADD, and the struggle to fit in

26:23 – Mindset shifts: reframing labels, embracing challenges, and pattern interrupts

29:32 – Joe Rivera on fear vs. faith, sobriety, and building a new legacy

43:03 – How choices and community shape destiny; asking for help

51:29 – The importance of vulnerability, purpose, and selfless leadership

56:01 – Why stories are meant to be shared, not hidden

58:11 – Building core values and leaning in when times get tough

60:16 – Adam Holtzer top core value revealed: community

65:00 – Final rapid-fire questions: purpose, ‘reforge’, advice for younger self, surprising fun facts

69:58 – Outro and recap

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share—you never know who needs a story that helps them reforge their life!

What if surviving cancer wasn’t just a miracle—but a repeat occurrence?

In this jaw-dropping episode of the Reforge Your Life show, host Joe Rivera sits down with Michele Kehrer, who has not only battled cancer four separate times but rebuilt her life and business at every turn. From being diagnosed unexpectedly at age 35—just ten days after leaving her marriage and celebrating her new business—to facing a stage four diagnosis, Michele Kehrer’s story is a testament to resilience, self-discovery, and the power of finding your purpose in the midst of chaos.

But this episode isn’t just about survival—it’s about thriving. Michele Kehrer shares intimate details of her journey: learning to market her business bald, pushing through shock and exhaustion, going entirely holistic despite all odds, and, ultimately, choosing joy over victimhood. She reveals how repeated adversity forced her out of her comfort zone, reframed her self-worth, and led her to a new mission: empowering others as a business growth coach, author, and speaker.

Key episode highlights include:

• The mindset shifts required to battle cancer four times—and the pivotal moment she chose to fight for her life
• Navigating divorce, business challenges, and illness simultaneously
• How reframing negative experiences into gifts shaped her perspective on adversity
• The power of core values, self-reflection, and connecting with a higher purpose
• The risk (and reward) of abandoning traditional treatments for holistic healing
• Advice for anyone facing overwhelming circumstances: why it’s vital to reach out and keep asking for help
• Insights from her book "Brave Shift" and practical tools to transform your own mindset

Don't miss this unforgettable interview—whether you want inspiration, actionable life lessons, or proof that your comeback is more than possible.

Episode Overview

00:00 – Intro & setting the stage for transformation

01:19 – Michele’s entrepreneurship, her first cancer diagnosis, and optimism in the face of adversity

03:10 – Surviving chemo, marketing her new business while bald, and finding community support

04:55 – Life-threatening reactions and overcoming stage 4 cancer

06:59 – Navigating business and treatments; relying on friends and inner strength

08:38 – Twelve years cancer-free, then the third diagnosis during the pandemic

09:13 – Overwhelming illness, planning for the worst, and selling her business

13:05 – Rediscovering identity, moving to Florida, starting anew as a coach

14:01 – Embracing mindset shifts and approaching cancer as just another challenge

15:43 – Joe Rivera and Michele Kehrer discuss reframing adversity and the importance of gratitude

16:34 – Facing multiple hardships at once—and why distraction helped

18:27 – The silver lining in “loss”—every hardship is a lesson

21:55 – The second diagnosis: doubt, victim mentality, and pushing through

26:46 – Why self-reflection and spiritual connection matter

27:54 – The third and toughest diagnosis: fighting for her life, making risky choices

32:21 – Going fully holistic and surviving against the odds

38:27 – Uncovering and living by new core values

41:55 – Michele Kehrer introduces her book and shares her hacks for learning and gratitude

44:31 – Defining purpose and the meaning of “reforge”

45:44 – Advice for others: reaching out, vulnerability, and persistence

46:26 – What brings her joy and advice to her younger self

47:54 – Joe Rivera wraps with final gratitude and call to action for listeners

Ready to be inspired? Subscribe, share, and unlock your comeback story today!

What if getting laid off was the best thing that ever happened to you?

In this eye-opening episode of "Reforge Your Life" show, host Joe Rivera sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur and Mission Inspired Consulting founder Dawn Bornheimer.

Just months after uprooting her life to move to Hawaii for her partner’s military orders, Dawn Bornheimer was unexpectedly laid off from her corporate job—and what happened next will change the way you think about adversity and reinvention forever.

Key Highlights:

• Dawn Bornheimer reveals how getting laid off in paradise forced her to re-examine not just her career, but her entire approach to work and life.
• How choosing harmony over traditional “work-life balance” led Dawn Bornheimer to build a values-driven business that prioritizes people, connection, and authentic leadership.
• The crucial lesson of learning to say “no”—and how every “no” paves the way for more powerful, aligned “yeses.”
• Her honest confessions about battling limiting beliefs, from the myth of the corporate ladder to fears about market saturation and doing business her “own way.”
• Real-world tips for entrepreneurs, including the power of asking for help, embracing vulnerability, pivoting after setbacks, and creating partnerships rooted in mutual respect.
• Dawn Bornheimer shares the deeply personal values and experiences that shape her leadership, including her volunteer work mentoring military families in transition.
• Insightful discussions on constructive discernment—knowing when to listen to feedback and when to tune out the noise from naysayers.
• Plus:Dawn Bornheimer’s upcoming course for purpose-driven leaders, stories from her journey, and practical advice for anyone looking to “reforge” their life.

Timestamped Overview:00:01 – Meet Dawn Bornheimer: From corporate layoffs in Hawaii to founding Mission Inspired Consulting02:15 – Redefining work-life harmony and betting on yourself05:11 – Transitioning from corporate America: Why people-first leadership matters08:19 – The power (and difficulty) of saying “no” on your terms12:36 – Lessons learned supporting other entrepreneurs and embracing failure as feedback17:16 – Discernment, pivoting, and the mindset to survive entrepreneurship18:04 – Dawn Bornheimer’s top entrepreneurial values and her new leadership program20:21 – Limiting beliefs, authenticity, and building a human-centric business25:21 – Core values uncovered on the journey: connection, belonging, and what “ohana” means31:32 – Where to find Dawn Bornheimer, her upcoming podcast and program launches 32:37 – What is “purpose” and how to listen for your unique calling34:13 – Reforging your life: Persistence, new beginnings, and going inward to celebrate your wins37:07 – For fun: Military spouse life, volunteering, and building community

If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your setbacks into must-need comebacks—and lead with courage, care, and authenticity—this episode is your invitation to take the leap.

Listen now and start reforging your life!

What if everything you believed about love was a lie?

Host Joe Rivera sits down with world-renowned love coach and acclaimed emotional business coach, Rebeccah Silence, whose personal story will both shock and inspire you. From surviving incest and domestic violence to battling addiction and a devastating cancer diagnosis, Rebecca Silence shares how she forged a comeback not just for herself, but for her family, clients, and global community.

This episode isn’t just another feel-good comeback story—it's a masterclass on breaking generational trauma, transforming survival instincts into true healing, and rewriting the scripts that keep us stuck. Rebecca Silence unveils her “Practice of Emotional Healing,” reveals how to face—not bury—the ghosts of your past, and discusses how to create an identity rooted in love instead of pain.

Key Highlights:

• The moment Rebeccah Silence knew she had to escape her abusive marriage for her daughter, even before she could do it for herself
• Why understanding your trauma isn’t enough—you have to learn how to heal it
• How most of us are living in survival mode and what it means to finally “meet your healed self”
• The five core emotions that can keep you stuck or free you, and how being emotionally stuck means staying at the same age as your trauma
• Powerful insight for anyone who seeks achievement but feels unfulfilled: the shift from achievement to alignment
• How Rebeccah Silence overcame addiction and an eating disorder by claiming vulnerability as a superpower
• Her top core values—growth, love, family, and joy—and how they became her lifeline during cancer
• Expert advice on rebuilding trust and opening up to love after trauma
• The difference between Attraction 101 (attracting what you haven’t healed) and Attraction 2.0 (attracting what you’ve become)
• Resources, free gifts, and where to find Rebeccah Silence’s transformational work

If you believe your circumstances will forever define your future, this episode will challenge everything you know. Emotional healing isn’t just possible—it’s revolutionary.

Episode Overview:

00:26 - Joe Rivera welcomes Rebeccah Silence and introduces her story

01:20 - Rebeccah Silence shares her background, surviving abuse, and the genesis of her healing journey

03:33 - What pushed her to finally escape and break the generational cycle

05:40 - The difference between survival self and healed self

08:24 - The stories we tell ourselves and how healing can rewrite them

10:38 - Facing (not burying) the ghosts of your past

13:49 - Unpacking the lies and limiting beliefs

15:50 - Overcoming addiction and eating disorder—her pivotal moment

20:19 - Her new belief system: Identity, love, and moving into alignment

26:02 - The five core emotions and how they affect our relationships

29:03 - Opening up to healthy love after abuse and learning to trust again

32:11 - The importance of core values for resilience and recovery

33:49 - What living through cancer taught her about growth and love

37:28 - Why healing is a choice and how self-love underpins true success

38:47 - Rebeccah Silence's resources and where to connect

41:00 - Her definition of purpose—removing all blocks to love

This is an episode that proves the comeback is not only possible—it’s repeatable.

What if your toughest moments—being broke, lost, or stuck—were actually just the first chapter of your comeback story?

This week on Reforge Your Life, host Joe Rivera sits down with the indomitable Andrea Cataneo, a pioneering capital markets lawyer, executive producer of The Heart of Influence, and living proof that disruption is the key to true growth.

Andrea shares her incredible journey from reading law school textbooks by flashlight as a single mother, to building a multimillion-dollar legal practice from her basement, to breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry. She reveals how she shattered limiting beliefs, navigated imposter syndrome, and hit—and broke through—her own plateaus. The episode dives deep into the power of collaborative relationships, the secret sauce behind scaling your impact, and the essential role of gratitude and giving back on the road to mastery.

Key highlights include:

• Breaking into Wall Street and corporate law as a woman, and standing tall in rooms where few women ever entered
• The brave act of running a $2 million solo legal practice from home—before remote work was even a thing
• How to use disruption and discomfort as fuel for growth and transformation
• Unpacking why all great business is built on relationships and “ecosystem merging”
• Andrea’s unique tools for defeating overwhelm, from morning pushups to time-blocking for personal fulfillment
• The importance of gratitude, humility, and integrity as core values for resilience
• Actionable advice for anyone stuck at a plateau, ready to reforge their life

This is an episode for anyone who’s ever wondered: How do I rise when the odds are stacked against me? What does it take to create impact—beyond financial success? And, how do I unlock my purpose and help others rise along the way?

Episode Overview:

[00:00:08] Intro to Joe Rivera and the Reforge Your Life Show

[00:01:14] Meet Andrea Cataneo – Executive Producer & Capital Markets Lawyer

[00:02:01] Andrea’s Backstory: Law School, Divorce, and Lighting Up the Dark

[00:04:24] Building a Solo Practice, Pioneering Remote Work

[00:06:21] Joining & Revolutionizing a Top Boutique Law Firm

[00:08:31] Producing The Heart of Influence: Relationships & Impact

[00:11:02] Challenges as a Woman in Male-Dominated Finance & Law

[00:13:42] Breaking Through Professional Plateaus and Finding Purpose

[00:16:59] The Power of Ecosystem Merging and Collaboration

[00:20:18] “Network is Net Worth”—Collaboration ≠ Loneliness

[00:23:20] Money Mindset: Breaking Toxic Beliefs & Creating Impact

[00:25:59] Overcoming Limiting Beliefs & Owning Your Success

[00:32:40] Core Values: Gratitude, Humility, Integrity

[00:41:11] How to Connect with Andrea & Heart of Influence

[00:43:51] Andrea’s Definition of Purpose & Reforging Life

[00:45:44] Advice for Listeners Needing to Reforge: “Don’t Be Afraid to Disrupt”

[00:46:35] Andrea’s Secret Passion: Fixing Recipes & Cooking

[00:47:37] Closing Gratitude and Next Steps for Listeners

If you’re ready for your breakthrough or need some hard-won wisdom to catapult your journey, this episode is your roadmap. Tune in and start reforging your story.

What would you do if, at just 22 years old, you suddenly had to lead a global organization after the devastating loss of your mother—the very founder and driving force behind its mission?

In this powerful episode of Reforge Your Life, host Joe Rivera sits down with Robinson Lynn, Executive Director of Momentum Education, for an unforgettable conversation about grief, resilience, and forging your own path in the shadow of legacy.

Robinson shares his remarkable journey from traveling the world with his mother—witnessing her transformational work from Russia to post-apartheid South Africa—to being thrust into leadership overnight after her passing from cancer. He opens up about the raw challenges: overwhelming grief, fear of failure, imposter syndrome, and the daunting reality of pulling an organization through the 2008 recession and beyond.

But what if the secret to bouncing back isn’t doing it alone? Robinson reveals how leaning on his support system and team, reframing limiting beliefs, and finding his authentic leadership voice were essential to not only surviving, but thriving.

Key highlights from this episode include:

• Robinson’s personal process of grieving while stepping into massive responsibility ([00:03:34])
• The danger of believing your goals are just about you, and the transformative shift he went through ([00:19:44])
• Facing imposter syndrome head-on by sharing his age, embracing vulnerability, and building authentic credibility as a young leader ([00:07:28])
• Why trusting your gut is crucial (especially during world-changing moments like Covid), and how intuition beats anxiety in tough decisions ([00:26:48])
• The purpose-driven compass that guides Robinson and how he continues his mother’s legacy while forging his own path ([00:38:18])
• The critical importance of support systems and why “your mind is a dangerous place to walk alone” for anyone looking to transform their life, business, or health ([00:40:43])
• Robinson’s core values—leading with love, honoring that people matter, and infusing more joy into the world ([00:31:44])
• Plus: Discover Robinson’s musical side and how creativity infuses his approach to transformation ([00:43:03])

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to rebound from tragedy, lead with authenticity, and build a purpose-driven life, you won’t want to miss this episode.

Episode Timeline Overview:

• [00:00:04] Intro – who is Joe Rivera, show premise
• [00:01:11] Robinson Lynn’s journey & his mother’s legacy
• [00:02:53] Stepping into executive director role & overcoming loss
• [00:06:43] Early leadership challenges and imposter syndrome
• [00:10:13] Learning on the job vs. waiting for the perfect time
• [00:12:48] Surviving the 2008 recession and holding onto purpose
• [00:16:12] The critical need for support systems
• [00:19:44] Breaking through limiting beliefs and reframing purpose
• [00:23:47] Turning points: owning beliefs and trusting your gut
• [00:26:48] Decision-making, intuition, and pivoting through Covid
• [00:31:44] Core values: leading with love, making people matter
• [00:35:33] Momentum Education today & working with schools
• [00:38:18] Robinson’s take on purpose and the “GPS” analogy
• [00:39:24] What “reforge” means, resiliency, and advice for listeners
• [00:43:03] What you don’t know about Robinson: his passion for music
• [00:44:49] Closing thoughts, acknowledgments, and episode wrap-up

Tune in to hear the story behind the comeback—and discover how you can reforge your own life.

What if hitting a million dollars in revenue still made you feel trapped and unfulfilled?

On this revelatory episode of "Reforge Your Life," host Joe Rivera sits down with Kimberly Crowe—international speaker, founder of Entrepreneurs Rocket Fuel, and co-host of Speakers Playhouse—to dig deep into the surprising truth behind entrepreneurial success and happiness.

Kimberly shares her dramatic journey from the heights of corporate success to soulful entrepreneurship—including climbing the "wrong ladder," escaping golden handcuffs, and accidentally building her own "golden jail cell" as a founder. She opens up about her spiritual breakdown, hiking literal mountains in search of answers (spoiler: there was no guru on top), and how a fun side project with her son changed everything.

Together, Joe and Kimberly tackle big questions about purpose, limiting beliefs, and the real nature of happiness—revealing why chasing revenue and external achievements often leads us further away from joy. You'll discover Kimberly's mantra for living ("If it isn’t fun, it’s not worth doing"), her twist on gratitude, and how learning to "appreciate" can totally rewire your outlook.

Plus, hear unique strategies for breaking free from your "how hole," reframing your core beliefs, and connecting to something greater—even if you’re not sure what your purpose is yet.

Key Highlights:

• Why massive revenue doesn’t guarantee happiness—and might even trap you further in an unfulfilling life
• The difference between external expectations and following your true intuition
• How to use appreciation (vs. gratitude) for deeper emotional wellbeing
• Busting the myth of lifelong "purpose"—and how to find fulfillment in the present
• Overcoming the "how hole" and unleashing your problem-solving brain
• Practical advice for anyone looking to reforge their business, relationships, health, or finances
• Why showing up imperfect and human attracts more connection (and opportunity) in business
• The story behind Kimberly Crowe’s 500-mile pilgrimage across Spain and how it transformed her

Timestamped Overview:

00:00 – Introduction to the episode and Kimberly Crowe’s energetic arrival

01:16 – Kimberly’s journey from corporate executive to passionate entrepreneur

03:04 – The emotional toll of leaving a comfortable but unfulfilling career

04:29 – Accidentally recreating the same business trap in entrepreneurship

06:02 – Spiritual breakdown and an unexpected breakthrough hiking Iron Mountain

07:25 – Starting a fun side business with her son and discovering joy as her new compass

08:53 – Kimberly’s insights on spiritual low points and finding guidance

11:19 – Debunking the myth that money equals happiness

13:25 – How happiness is a matter of internal choices, not external circumstances

16:57 – The power of generating happiness from within

18:30 – Customizing happiness for your own personality (extrovert/introvert)

19:23 – Appreciation vs. gratitude—what really makes a difference

20:53 – Limiting beliefs Kimberly faced and how she rebuilt her mindset

23:58 – The danger of getting stuck in the "how hole" and strategies to escape

25:40 – Trusting something bigger—faith vs. fear in entrepreneurial journeys

29:15 – Uncovering core values through adversity: joy, freedom, and openness

31:45 – Rethinking “purpose” in different seasons of life

35:00 – How to connect with Kimberly Crowe and join Speakers Playhouse

35:32 – What “reforged” means to Kimberly: rebuilding with intention and strength

36:40 – Simple, soulful advice for anyone looking to reforge their life

37:20 – Fun fact: Kimberly’s epic 500-mile hike across Spain

39:00 – Closing gratitude and call to action for the audience

Tune in for a heart-opening, myth-busting, and practical conversation that will inspire you to rethink what success and happiness really mean—and empower you to reforge your own life, starting now.