The INNER Estate with Bridget Ann Stuart

Small business funding can create growth, but the wrong financing decision can put a company at serious risk. Bridget Stuart and Rob Misheloff explore equipment financing, hidden costs, deposit scams, cash flow, profit, and what business owners should understand before borrowing money or financing equipment. They also discuss smarter business growth, specialization, sales hiring, client relationships, and how to scale without putting unnecessary pressure on the company.

Rob Misheloff is the founder of Smarter Finance USA, where he helps small business owners navigate equipment financing with a focus on transparency and informed decision making. Drawing from years of experience in business, sales, and finance, Rob shares what he has learned about protecting business owners from costly mistakes, building long term client relationships, hiring salespeople, managing risk, and rebuilding after difficult business decisions.

Episode Highlight • How Rob entered the equipment financing industry • What business owners should know before financing equipment • The difference between revenue, profit, and cash flow • Equipment financing deposit scams and hidden costs • Warning signs to look for before choosing a financing company • Why one star reviews can reveal important information • How to determine whether an equipment purchase makes financial sense • Financing options for small business owners • Why specialization can strengthen a business • Creating a better client experience through expertise • Building long term relationships beyond the first transaction • What Rob looks for when hiring salespeople • Why work ethic and consistent prospecting still matter in sales • The true cost of hiring the wrong person • Why hiring salespeople in groups can improve the process • Growing a company without overextending financially • The importance of keeping cash reserves • Learning from expensive business decisions • Rebuilding after a company contracts • Why steady, sustainable growth can be more effective than chasing speed

About Guest: Rob Misheloff is the founder of Smarter Finance USA, where he helps small business owners make informed decisions about equipment financing and business funding. With experience in business, sales, and finance, Rob is passionate about transparency and protecting entrepreneurs from hidden costs, deposit scams, and financing decisions that can put their companies at risk. He also brings valuable insight into cash flow management, sustainable growth, specialization, sales hiring, client relationships, and rebuilding after difficult business challenges. Connect with Rob Misheloff Smarter Finance USA www.smarterfinanceusa.com Facebok: https://www.facebook.com/smarterfinanceusa LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/rob-misheloff/

About Bridget Ann Stuart Bridget Ann Stuart is a REALTOR®, Executive Strategic Performance Coach, and host of The INNER Estate. Since beginning her real estate career in 1998, Bridget has worked across luxury real estate, business growth, leadership, performance, and personal development. Through Strategic Performance Coaching, Bridget helps entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, executives, and business owners create greater clarity, strengthen their performance, and build businesses and lives that reflect what matters most to them. Connect with Bridget Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBridgetStuart/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/therealbridgetstuart/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealBridgetStuart

What happens when physical discomfort starts affecting how you move, what you do, and how fully you live your life?

Mike Hammond, founder and chairman of Signal Relief, shares the unlikely story behind the technology, the personal stories that made the work meaningful to him, and what he has learned from decades of building businesses. Bridget and Mike also talk about resilience, thinking bigger, moving past setbacks, and refusing to let circumstances define what is possible.

Episode Highlight: The science behind electrical microcurrents and pain How Signal Relief patches work as lightning rods for energy Real-life stories of pain relief and inflammation reduction The importance of thinking outside traditional medicine boxes The potential of non-invasive, drug-free pain management How noise in the body's electrical system causes discomfort The role of inflammation in chronic pain and how to reduce it The significance of mindset and thinking big in health innovations The origin of the signal relief technology The importance of natural insights and serendipity Resilience in overcoming business challenges The impact of the product on people's lives The role of positivity and mindset in success Expanding a business from local to global The importance of monitoring thoughts and attitude Lessons from failures and setbacks

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About Mike Hammond Entrepreneur Mike Hammond has built his career on grit, heart, and unwavering determination. Today, his greatest passion is Signal Relief—a breakthrough technology that has helped nearly one million people find relief from pain. With thousands of testimonials and stories of restored hope, Mike is driven by the real lives changed through this innovation. Growing up in a large Idaho family, Mike learned early the value of work, ownership, and education. He went on to earn a BA in Finance from BYU–Idaho and an MBA from the University of Utah, while becoming one of the nation's top door-to-door sales professionals between 2000–2003. A lifelong entrepreneur, Mike has co-founded multiple companies including Caliber Smart, BioShield Pest Control, MD Nursery & Landscaping, Oak Haven Dental, Grand Teton Energy, and Aveyo Solar. He lives in Rexburg, Idaho with his wife Jill and their six children.

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About Bridget Ann Stuart Bridget Ann Stuart is a REALTOR®, Executive Strategic Performance Coach, and host of The Inner Estate. Since beginning her real estate career in 1998, Bridget has worked across luxury real estate, business growth, leadership, performance, and personal development. Through Strategic Performance Coaching, Bridget helps entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, executives, and business owners create greater clarity, strengthen their performance, and build businesses and lives that reflect what matters most to them. Connect with Bridget Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBridgetStuart/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbridgetstuart/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealBridgetStuart

What happens when fear of losing becomes stronger than the desire to win? Kevin Cripe spent 27 years teaching children growing up in poverty and saw firsthand what can happen when people are challenged to move beyond what he calls the "poverty of low expectations."

Kevin shares powerful stories from his years leading an after school chess program, raising three adopted children, living abroad, and becoming an author. His experiences reveal how failure, emotional safety, higher expectations, and the willingness to take a risk can change what someone believes is possible.

Episode Highlights: Focus on your gifts and find others with complementary talents. Prioritize family and community over relentless work and digital distraction. Live each day with gratitude and a positive outlook, regardless of circumstances. Be authentic and transparent, even if it means losing some relationships. Limit screen time for children and be mindful of the content they consume. Recognize the importance of real human connection and face-to-face interactions. Stay vigilant about misinformation and seek out genuine voices. Embrace cultural differences and learn from other societies' values.

Books Mentioned Princess Max Conquers the World The Good War The Little Boy Who Cried Hoax Child Moral Development Trilogy. Order the Child Moral Development Trilogy and mention The INNER Estate to receive 10% off.

About Kevin Cripe Kevin Cripe spent 27 years teaching elementary school and spent roughly two decades leading an after school chess program for children from economically challenged communities. His students competed in more than 200 chess tournaments and multiple national championships, and many went on to become first generation college graduates. He is an author, speaker, father of three adopted children from Guatemala, and creator of the Child Moral Development Trilogy.

Connect with Kevin Instagram @63kgrande Facebook kevin.cripe.31

About Bridget Ann Stuart Bridget Ann Stuart is a REALTOR®, Executive Strategic Performance Coach, and host of The Inner Estate. Since beginning her real estate career in 1998, Bridget has worked across luxury real estate, business growth, leadership, performance, and personal development. Through Strategic Performance Coaching, Bridget helps entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, executives, and business owners create greater clarity, strengthen their performance, and build businesses and lives that reflect what matters most to them. Connect with Bridget: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBridgetStuart/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbridgetstuart/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealBridgetStuart\

Julie Riga believes the future of leadership is still human. After more than 20 years in the pharmaceutical industry, she built a new career as a leadership coach, speaker, author, podcaster, and entrepreneur. Julie joins Bridget Stuart to talk about getting ready before opportunity arrives, staying consistent through rejection and uncertainty, and why knowing yourself is essential before you can effectively lead others.

Julie also shares the deeply personal story behind Stay On Course, a phrase her father used during one of the hardest periods of her life. Bridget and Julie explore purpose, identity, the stories we tell ourselves, AI as a creator's tool, entrepreneurship, legacy, and learning to make a living doing work you love. At the center of it all is Julie's belief that growth begins within, and that readiness means preparing yourself for the opportunities you want before they arrive.

Episode Highlight: The importance of self-awareness before leading others How COVID-19 prompted a purpose re-evaluation The role of consistency and time in achieving success The significance of storytelling in personal growth The impact of identity and mindset on leadership The process of transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship The influence of legacy and family history in personal development The potential of AI as a creator's toolbox

Books and resources mentioned Stay on Course, The Life and Legacy of Ennio Riga, "Chef to the Stars" by Julie Riga Before I Lead, Get Ready on Purpose by Julie Riga, upcoming Immunity to Change by Robert Kegan Myers Briggs Step II assessment Julie Riga's TEDx talk, Discover Your Purpose and Stay On Course Stay On Course podcast Before I Speak leadership coaching program

About Guest Julie Riga is a leadership coach, speaker, author, podcaster, and entrepreneur with more than 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. She is the author of Stay on Course, The Life and Legacy of Ennio Riga, "Chef to the Stars," and the upcoming Before I Lead, Get Ready on Purpose. Through her coaching, speaking, and Stay On Course podcast, Julie helps people discover their purpose, strengthen self-awareness, and prepare for meaningful leadership and personal growth.

Connect with Julie LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/julieriga Instagram www.instagram.com/stay_on_course_studio YouTube www.youtube.com/@stayoncourse TikTok www.tiktok.com/@stayoncoursepodcast

About Bridget Ann Stuart Bridget Ann Stuart is a REALTOR®, Executive Strategic Performance Coach, and host of The Inner Estate. Since beginning her real estate career in 1998, Bridget has worked across luxury real estate, business growth, leadership, performance, and personal development. Through Strategic Performance Coaching, Bridget helps entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, executives, and business owners create greater clarity, strengthen their performance, and build businesses and lives that reflect what matters most to them. Connect with Bridget: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBridgetStuart/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbridgetstuart/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealBridgetStuart\

Kiana Webb spent years taking care of other people, leading her family business, building success, and carrying enormous responsibility. After the family sold its McDonald's business, she found herself facing a question she had rarely stopped long enough to answer. What did she actually want for herself?

She talk about the years that followed and the decision to finally choose herself. She shares how she began recognizing the behavioral patterns that kept her in survival, stopped looking to other people for her worth, and learned to build a relationship with herself rooted in love and acceptance. She explains why loving yourself is not selfish, how she works with fear instead of allowing it to control her, and why negative self talk can become a clue to where more love is needed.

Episode Highlight Authenticity comes from effortless being, not efforting. Self-love is the most selfless gift you can give. Disconnection from spirit and self causes frustration and effort. Breathing, nature, and acceptance are key tools for self-regulation. Storytelling is a powerful way to relate and inspire. Living in the present moment opens up energy and resources. Fear is a motivator, not a barrier, when understood. Loving flaws and imperfections enhances human connection. Creating new patterns is essential for flourishing. Self-awareness and acceptance lead to a life of pleasure and purpose.

Books Mentioned A Glorious Arising in Remembrance of Me by Kiana Webb You Are Enough by Panache Desai

About Guest: Kiana Webb is a speaker, author, coach, and entrepreneur who helps people move beyond limiting patterns and reconnect with their self-worth. After years of leading her family business and caring for others, she began a personal transformation that inspired her work through Glorious Arisings, where she supports people in choosing themselves, practicing self-love, and creating more intentional, fulfilling lives. Connect with Kiana Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kiana_webb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077975345240

About Bridget Ann Stuart Bridget Ann Stuart is a REALTOR®, Executive Strategic Performance Coach, and host of The Inner Estate. Since beginning her real estate career in 1998, Bridget has worked across luxury real estate, business growth, leadership, performance, and personal development. Through Strategic Performance Coaching, Bridget helps entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, executives, and business owners create greater clarity, strengthen their performance, and build businesses and lives that reflect what matters most to them. Connect with Bridget: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBridgetStuart/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbridgetstuart/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealBridgetStuart\

A single night on a Canadian highway changed Jacques Delorme's life. After a fatal collision he could not prevent, he found himself navigating shock, PTSD, guilt, fear, and the difficult work of rebuilding his life.

Jacques shares how writing Driving Out of Darkness, meditation, breath work, journaling, mindfulness, and changing the way he spoke to himself became part of his healing. Bridget and Jacques also explore victim mentality, men's mental health, human connection, and how small choices can create a much bigger impact than we may ever realize.

Episode Highlights Trauma and its impact on mental health The journey of healing from a traumatic accident Tools and techniques for managing PTSD and triggers The importance of mindset and perspective in recovery The role of community and support systems in healing Trauma and recovery after a life-changing accident The importance of shifting perspective and mindfulness The role of storytelling and writing in healing Building support systems for men's mental health Impact of community and connection on healing Overcoming victim mentality and embracing personal responsibility The significance of intuition and following instinct Jacques Delorme's journey to public speaking and advocacy

Book & Resources Mentioned: Driving Out of Darkness by Jacques Delorme Available through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Kobo.

Want Jacques Free ebook That Helps You Get Focused in Your Self-Reflection https://jacquesdelorme.com/summit-469830

About Jacques Delorme Jacques Delorme is a TEDx speaker, author, coach, and mental health advocate whose work is grounded in lived experience. Through speaking, coaching, courses, and community involvement, he helps people build clarity, strengthen habits, work through difficult seasons, and move forward with greater purpose.

He is also involved in men's groups and mental health outreach and has delivered more than 100 presentations sharing his story and the lessons he has learned through his own recovery. Connect with Jacques: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JacquesDelorme Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drivingoutofdarkness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089572114082

About Bridget Ann Stuart Bridget Ann Stuart is a REALTOR®, Executive Strategic Performance Coach, and host of The Inner Estate. Since beginning her real estate career in 1998, Bridget has worked across luxury real estate, business growth, leadership, performance, and personal development. Through Strategic Performance Coaching, Bridget helps entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, executives, and business owners create greater clarity, strengthen their performance, and build businesses and lives that reflect what matters most to them. Connect with Bridget: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBridgetStuart/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbridgetstuart/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealBridgetStuart\

Disclaimer: This episode discusses sensitive and potentially distressing topics, including a fatal traffic collision, trauma, PTSD, grief, suicide, mental health struggles, guilt, and emotional distress. Some stories, descriptions, or language may be difficult or upsetting for some listeners, so please use your discretion while listening. If you or someone you know is struggling or in immediate danger, please contact your local emergency services or a qualified mental health professional.

What happens when the pressure to win begins to test your values, relationships, and sense of self? Jay Paterno joins Bridget Stuart on The INNER Estate to discuss leadership, resilience, and the personal cost of success through the lens of college football and his novel, BLITZED! The All-Out Pressure of College Football's New Era. Drawing on more than two decades of coaching experience, including 17 years at Penn State, Jay shares why he chose fiction to explore the changing world of college sports and why leaders must stay grounded in their core values when pressure intensifies.

The conversation extends beyond football to examine accountability, team culture, identity, and the importance of becoming solution focused. Jay reflects on admitting mistakes, handling public criticism, and applying his father's Blue Line mentality to remain present in every area of life. He and Bridget also address the mental health pressures created by NIL deals, revenue sharing, social media, and heightened expectations, while considering the future of college football, the need for stronger leadership and student athlete protections, and the value of contributing to something larger than personal success.

Episode Highlights Why Jay wrote BLITZED! as a fictionalized account of real experiences Leadership under pressure and staying anchored to core values Owning mistakes and letting go of the need for perfection Building a team culture from a roster of talented individuals NIL, revenue sharing, and the changing landscape of college football Mental health challenges facing student athletes The pressure of public criticism, social media, and expectations Growing into your own identity as the son of Joe Paterno The Blue Line mentality for presence at work and at home Becoming a solution focused leader Philanthropy, service, and finding fulfillment beyond professional success

Books mentioned BLITZED! The All-Out Pressure of College Football's New Era by Jay Paterno.

About Jay Paterno Jay Paterno is a well-known author, coach, and college football expert. With over two decades of coaching experience, including 17 years at Penn State, Jay has firsthand knowledge of the intense pressures of the sport. His latest book, BLITZED! The All-Out Pressure of College Football's New Era, dives into the challenges facing modern college football, from big money and NIL deals to mental health struggles. A dynamic speaker and commentator, Paterno offers valuable insights on leadership, resilience, and adapting to rapid change, making him a sought-after voice in sports and beyond. Learn more at jayvpaterno.com.

Connect with Jay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaypaternoforpa/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayvpaterno/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaypaterno/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nittanygameweek4442/featured

About Bridget Ann Stuart Bridget Ann Stuart is a REALTOR®, Executive Strategic Performance Coach, and host of The Inner Estate. Since beginning her real estate career in 1998, Bridget has worked across luxury real estate, business growth, leadership, performance, and personal development. Through Strategic Performance Coaching, Bridget helps entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, executives, and business owners create greater clarity, strengthen their performance, and build businesses and lives that reflect what matters most to them. Connect with Bridget: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBridgetStuart/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbridgetstuart/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealBridgetStuart\

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Sebastian Siren had built the kind of career that was supposed to feel successful. He spent years in advertising, moved to New York for work, earned well, traveled, and followed a path he had intentionally chosen. Then he started looking at successful people further ahead of him and realized something uncomfortable. He respected them, but he did not want their lives.

That realization began a years long process of reconnecting with the creativity that had always been part of him. Music became an anchor as Sebastian moved deeper into DJing, entrepreneurship, intentional living, and learning to trust himself. He shares why the shift was never an overnight leap, how he prepared financially, why structure actually protects his creativity, and what he learned from investing time, money, and energy into the person he wanted to become.

Sebastian and Bridget also explore the relationship between music, movement, emotion, and the body, along with burnout, nervous system regulation, meditation, MMA, creative blocks, rest, play, and the pressure to monetize everything we do. At the center is a simple challenge for anyone who feels trapped in the life they have built. You do not need to know the entire path before beginning. Find one thing that brings you closer to yourself, make room for it, and start.

Episode Highlights The role of music and community in personal growth The importance of self-trust and resilience How structure supports creative energy and productivity Lessons learned from career coaching and mentorship The impact of martial arts on mindset and confidence Balancing admin and creativity in entrepreneurship The significance of intentional living and environment design Music as emotional therapy and body connection The journey of emotional and spiritual self-discovery The importance of starting small and taking action Balancing multiple passions and careers The science behind group synchronization and brain waves in electronic music The role of meditation and white space in mental health Overcoming feelings of being trapped and embracing change The importance of community and support systems in personal growth

Books Mentioned The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron Ina Garten's autobiography

About Sebastian Siren Sebastian Siren is a DJ, creative entrepreneur, strategist, and creator exploring the intersection of music, personal growth, intentional living, and creative identity. After a long career in advertising and strategy, he began building a life that gave greater space to music, entrepreneurship, freedom, and creative expression. His work now extends beyond DJing into creative projects, consulting, personal development, and his Creative Identity Activation workshop, where he helps people move out of overthinking and toward action. His approach reflects a belief that creativity does not have to fit into one category and that a person does not have to choose a single identity for the rest of their life. Connect with Sebastian on Instagram Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @ssiren.sounds

About Bridget Ann Stuart Bridget Ann Stuart is a REALTOR®, Executive Strategic Performance Coach, and host of The Inner Estate. Since beginning her real estate career in 1998, Bridget has worked across luxury real estate, business growth, leadership, performance, and personal development. Through Strategic Performance Coaching, Bridget helps entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, executives, and business owners create greater clarity, strengthen their performance, and build businesses and lives that reflect what matters most to them. Connect with Bridget: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBridgetStuart/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbridgetstuart/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealBridgetStuart\

What would make someone walk away from a successful corporate career, spend her savings, risk her financial security, and devote more than 17 years to something most people still think of as pond scum? For Catharine Arnston, founder and CEO of ENERGYbits, it began when her younger sister was diagnosed with breast cancer. Searching for information that could help her sister opened the door to plant based nutrition and eventually algae. What started as research became a new direction for Catharine's life as she immersed herself in spirulina, chlorella, cellular health, and the science she believed more people needed to understand. Bridget and Catharine explore the differences between spirulina and chlorella, energy, protein, chlorophyll, sleep, nutrition, sustainability, and why algae continues to attract attention in areas ranging from human health to space research. Catharine also opens up about what happened behind the business. She bootstrapped ENERGYbits without outside investors, worked from her condo, designed her own packaging, appeared on Shark Tank, burned through her savings, declared personal bankruptcy, faced foreclosure, had her car repossessed, and kept going. Her story becomes a powerful look at conviction, faith, building a brand before the market understands it, and what it can cost to stay committed to work you believe matters.

Episode Highlights Algae as an agricultural crop and its global significance The health benefits of spirulina and chlorella How algae supports energy, detoxification, and sleep The science behind algae's nutritional profile Practical tips for incorporating algae into daily routines The importance of quality and sustainable production methods Algae's role in addressing global hunger and nutrition Personal journey from corporate career to algae entrepreneur The health benefits of spirulina and chlorella Algae's role in space missions and sustainability Challenges and misconceptions about algae as food Catharine Arnston's entrepreneurial journey and resilience The future of algae in the food industry and global health The importance of building a brand versus selling products The impact of COVID-19 on health awareness and sales growth Educational strategies to promote algae as food

Books Mentioned Love Your Health to Bits with Algae by Catharine Arnston (Scheduled for release in January 2027) A Course in Miracles - A spiritual book Catharine says she returned to multiple times while navigating severe financial and personal challenges. The Plant Paradox by Dr. Steven Gundry Good Energy by Dr. Casey Means

Resources Mentioned ENERGYbits - energybits.com - Use code InnerEstate for 20% off, as shared by Catharine during the recording. PubMed - a resource for finding published scientific research. Shark Tank - Catharine appeared on the show during the earlier years of building ENERGYbits. Lifespaning - a publication recognizing people in the longevity and biohacking space.

About Catharine Arnston She's the Founder & CEO of ENERGYbits®, and her work focuses on a foundational layer of inner wellbeing that often gets overlooked: how cellular energy impacts clarity, resilience, and how we feel in daily life. Catharine's journey into wellness began when her younger sister was diagnosed with breast cancer, which led her to explore how nutrition influences the body at a deeper, more foundational level. That exploration led her to algae—spirulina and chlorella—which she now teaches as highly nutrient-dense whole foods that support energy production, detoxification pathways, and overall cellular balance. Connect with Catharine Arnston Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/energybits/ https://www.instagram.com/catharinearnston/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ENERGYbits YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@energybits

About Bridget Ann Stuart Bridget Ann Stuart is a REALTOR®, Executive Strategic Performance Coach, and host of The Inner Estate. Since beginning her real estate career in 1998, Bridget has worked across luxury real estate, business growth, leadership, performance, and personal development. Through Strategic Performance Coaching, Bridget helps entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, executives, and business owners create greater clarity, strengthen their performance, and build businesses and lives that reflect what matters most to them. Connect with Bridget: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBridgetStuart/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbridgetstuart/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealBridgetStuart\ Disclaimer: The content shared on The Inner Estate is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, legal, financial, or professional advice. Always consult a qualified professional regarding your individual needs. Some links, products, or discount codes may be affiliate partnerships, which means The Inner Estate may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.

What happens when surviving something life threatening changes not only how you live, but what you decide to build next?

Teresa Reile survived a cancer diagnosis, a six hour surgery where she says she died on the operating table, and later a ruptured intestine that brought her close to death again. Ten years after her original cancer diagnosis, another health scare sent her searching for answers and ultimately led to what she calls her oxygen awakening.

Teresa shares the unexpected connection that took her to Eastern Europe, what she learned about oxygen and cellular health, and why that experience inspired her to build PATRIOX and develop an oxygen focused spa in Clearwater, Florida. Bridget and Teresa also explore resilience, rebuilding after tremendous loss, handling skepticism as an entrepreneur, and what happens when surviving becomes the fuel for a bigger purpose.

Episode Highlights • Surviving a cancer diagnosis and a life threatening surgery • Rebuilding after divorce while raising three children • The intestinal rupture that brought Teresa close to death again • The 2022 health scare that began her oxygen awakening • The unexpected friend who introduced Teresa to a different approach to oxygen • Traveling to Eastern Europe to learn about liquid oxygen technology • Teresa's perspective on hypoxia, mitochondria, energy, and cellular health • Why intentional breathing caught her attention • The difference Teresa sees between breathing oxygen, supplemental oxygen, and liquid oxygen • How her personal experience led to the creation of PATRIOX • Continuing forward when people question or dismiss your idea • Why Teresa believes a frightening diagnosis does not have to define the rest of your life

Books and Resources Mentioned From Tumor to Triumph: My Oxygen Awakening By Teresa Reile Wim Hof Sean Swarner Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

About Teresa Reile Teresa Reile is an entrepreneur, author, speaker, and business owner who has spent decades building and leading companies across multiple industries. After surviving major health challenges, her focus shifted toward understanding energy, resilience, and what she believes oxygen can contribute to how the body performs and recovers. That journey ultimately inspired her book, *From Tumor to Triumph: My Oxygen Awakening*, the development of PATRIOX, and her plans for an oxygen focused wellness spa. Today, Teresa brings together entrepreneurship, personal resilience, health advocacy, and her commitment to helping people become more informed and intentional about how they approach their lives and well being. Connect with Teresa: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teresa.reile Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patrioxwater

About Bridget Ann Stuart Bridget Ann Stuart is a REALTOR®, Executive Strategic Performance Coach, and host of The Inner Estate. Since beginning her real estate career in 1998, Bridget has worked across luxury real estate, business growth, leadership, performance, and personal development. Through Strategic Performance Coaching, Bridget helps entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, executives, and business owners create greater clarity, strengthen their performance, and build businesses and lives that reflect what matters most to them. Connect with Bridget: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBridgetStuart/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbridgetstuart/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealBridgetStuart\

Medical Disclaimer: The health experiences and opinions shared by the guest reflect his/her personal story and perspective. They are provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding medical conditions, treatments, supplements, or changes to your health routine.