There are moments in life that change everything.

For Nadija Bajrami, those moments came in the form of three brain surgeries that forced her to stop, reassess her life, and ultimately walk away from a successful corporate career in search of a different path.

Now a trauma hypnotherapist, grief educator, end-of-life doula, and spiritual practitioner, Nadija supports people through some of life's most difficult experiences.

In this conversation, she shares what grief actually looks like beyond the clichés, why trauma often shows up in ways we do not expect, and how unprocessed experiences can continue shaping our lives long after we believe we have moved on.

The discussion explores loss, identity, nervous system regulation, healing, childhood patterns, emotional resilience, and the difference between self-care and true healing.

If you have ever found yourself repeating the same patterns, struggling to move forward after loss, or questioning whether healing is supposed to feel easier than it does, this conversation offers a thoughtful and compassionate perspective.

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Chronic pain, poor sleep, inflammation, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm are often treated as separate issues. But what if they are more connected than we realize?

In this episode, vibroacoustic therapist Sicadia-Paige, founder of True You Collective (Colorado), explains why nervous system dysregulation may sit beneath many of the symptoms people struggle with most, and shares how sound, frequency, and vibration are being used to support healing in new ways.

Drawing on her work with clients navigating chronic pain, stress, sleep challenges, trauma, and grief, she explores how the body stores experiences, why resilience is more than simply coping, and what can happen when people learn to regulate their nervous system rather than constantly manage symptoms.

The conversation also explores fascia, emotional release, sleep, inflammation, and why some of the most powerful healing begins when we start paying attention to what the body has been trying to communicate all along.

In this powerful conversation, Executive Creative Director and podcast host Lulu Essey shares her journey with self-love, mental fitness, bipolar disorder, and the deep inner work that supports both resilience and success.

We explore:• Why self-love is the infrastructure for everything you're trying to achieve • The difference between self-love and self-acceptance • How introverts hold a natural advantage in inner work • What "mental fitness" really means • How leaders can support people experiencing mental health challenges • The LOVE Framework — simple practices for starting your own self-love journey • Why imperfect action often beats perfect preparation

Find Lulu: Website: https://www.luluessey.com/ Podcast: The Lulu Essey Podcast (all major platforms)

At some point, we all outgrow the version of ourselves we once performed. In this episode, leadership coach and strategic communicator Kristina Dipalo joins Ant to discuss the moment of truth that comes when your old identity no longer fits, and how to step into who you're meant to be.

We talk about:

• Identity, leadership, and alignment
• How to navigate "watershed moments" with courage and faith
• Why breaking your old icons is an act of renewal, not loss
• The parallels between personal and organisational transformation

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Lisa Shumate is a longtime media executive, board member with PBS and the PBS Foundation, and founder of Maximum Q, an organization helping leaders raise their personal and professional quotient.

In this episode, she joins She Owns Success to talk about the kind of leadership that holds up in real life, when things get messy, uncertain, or human.

We unpack what it takes to build culture through trust, empowerment, and accountability, and walk through the Five Qs of Maximum Q — the framework behind sustainable, human-centered leadership.

Lisa also gets practical about time, boundaries, and the shift from expert to leader — plus what it really means to serve on boards without the gloss.

We touch on entrepreneurship, reinvention, and why, as Lisa says, "the universe rewards action."

If you're an ambitious introvert or quiet leader looking for grounded, real-world insights you can use immediately, this conversation is your playbook.

🔗 Links: maximumq.com

Being Smart Is Stupid: The Secret to Wise Leadership with Tricia Brouk

What if the problem isn't that leaders aren't smart enough — but that they're not wise?

In this conversation, Tricia Brouk — founder of The Big Talk and author of Being Smart Is Stupid — joins She Owns Success to explore why intellect alone can't create great leadership. She shares what it means to lead from your Buddha nature (compassion, awareness, empathy), how to get still before you act, and why detaching from ego and fear leads to stronger teams and more sustainable success.

You'll learn:

• How "smart" leaders create suffering in themselves and others, and how to stop.
• The simple S.T.I.L.L. method to lead with calm clarity.
• Why real gratitude isn't a foosball table, and how to make it land.
• How impermanence, discernment, and detachment can transform your decisions.
• Why wise leadership wins in every sense.

🎧 Listen now to discover how to lead with presence, compassion, and wisdom, without losing ambition.

Guest: Tricia Brouk Book: Being Smart Is Stupid Host: She Owns Success | Follow for more conversations on quiet power, conscious leadership, and success from the inside out.

If you're a solopreneur or Type A business owner struggling to let go, this conversation is your reset moment.

In this episode, I'm joined by Dot Rock, founder of Dot Rock Consulting, who helps small business owners scale sustainably — by setting up the right systems, hiring the right people, and learning how to delegate without losing their mind.

We explore why so many entrepreneurs wait too long to bring on help, the risks of hiring out of desperation, and how ignoring your intuition can create chaos in your business.

Dot shares powerful insights on how to build a team you actually trust, the mindset shifts required to grow without burning out, and how to create structure that supports your freedom — not steals it.

This is the episode for anyone craving spacious, soul-aligned growth without letting go of their vision.

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Like many women, Carol Enneking has worn many hats and carried countless responsibilities. Her journey has been one of extraordinary resilience—navigating divorce, surviving cancer, and even facing the life-altering challenge of losing her sight.

A celebrated author, consultant, and speaker, in this episode, Carol shares her personal and professional evolution, revealing how she navigated life's challenges through surrender, to finally find balance and fulfillment.

From her Amazon bestseller, "The Rebalancing Act," to her insights on leadership and emotional intelligence, Carol's story is a testament to resilience and growth.

Tune in to discover how you can apply her lessons to your own life and career, and embrace the path to personal transformation and fulfilment.

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In this insightful interview, Maria DeLorenzis Reyes, an Executive Leadership Coach, shares her journey from corporate America to founding her own training company. She discusses the concept of "rebel leadership," emphasizing the importance of rejecting outdated norms and fostering environments where people feel valued and engaged. Maria also introduces her "Scale Factor Formula," a framework designed to help organizations grow sustainably. Tune in to discover how leadership impacts not just businesses, but the lives of individuals and communities.

To learn more about Maria's work or to connect with her, visit her Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, or her website at MariaDR.com.

In this deeply moving episode, I sit down with Hertha Lund, Equine Gestalt Coach and founder of Four Horses for Wholeness. Hertha shares her remarkable journey: from surviving childhood trauma and living with PTSD, to achieving professional success, and ultimately experiencing a life-altering near-death experience that led her to profound healing and purpose.

We talk about trauma, embodiment, the wisdom of horses, and how reconnecting with the body is the gateway to reclaiming your wholeness. Hertha also shares insights from her upcoming book, Alchemy of Resilience: My Rugged Path to Wholeness, which launches July 15th.

Whether you're navigating your own healing path or supporting others on theirs, this conversation is a powerful reminder that true transformation is possible and that healing begins when we come home to ourselves.

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