The Journey of Becoming

Burnout, self-care, nervous system regulation, authenticity, visibility, creativity, women entrepreneurs, self-doubt, alignment, personal growth, purpose, overwhelm, leadership, transformation, becoming.

In this inspiring episode of The Journey of Becoming, Karrie Mitten sits down with Michelle Killmon, CEO of Awaken Her With Wild Tenacity, to explore how women can move through burnout, reconnect with themselves, and create success without sacrificing their well-being.

Michelle shares her journey from juggling a teaching career and growing business to realizing that something was missing. Through coaching and a transformative retreat, she rediscovered her creativity, reclaimed forgotten parts of herself, and began listening to what she truly wanted.

Throughout the conversation, Karrie and Michelle explore burnout, nervous system regulation, visibility, self-doubt, and the importance of making space for your own needs. They discuss why so many women lose themselves while caring for others and how reconnecting with your authentic voice can help you build a more aligned and fulfilling life.

Michelle also shares why you don't have to do everything alone. From finding support and celebrating your progress to recognizing the signals that something needs to change, this conversation is a reminder that sustainable success begins when you reconnect with who you truly are.

What You’ll Learn

• How to recognize when the life you have built no longer feels aligned
• Why constantly looking outside yourself for answers can disconnect you from your inner guidance
• How burnout can signal that something needs to change
• Simple ways to regulate your nervous system when you feel overwhelmed
• Why creating space and stepping away from the noise can lead to breakthroughs
• How reconnecting with creativity and forgotten passions can bring more joy into your life
• Why women often lose connection to themselves while prioritizing everyone else's needs
• How to move through self-doubt and fear of judgment when becoming more visible
• Why being fully seen can feel uncomfortable and how to keep showing up anyway
• How community and support can help you recognize and celebrate your progress
• Why you do not have to carry everything alone
• How to recognize the signals that you may be off course and begin listening to them
• What it means to reclaim the parts of yourself you may have forgotten
• Why sustainable success should support your well-being, not come at its expense

Whether you are feeling burned out, questioning what comes next, or struggling to make space for yourself, this conversation will remind you that you are allowed to pause, reconnect, and choose a different path.

Connect with Michelle

Learn more about Michelle and her work at WildTenacity.net

Connect with Karrie

Learn more about The Journey of Becoming and explore executive and personal transformation at UpLevelYourLifeConsulting.com

If this episode resonates with you, share it with a woman who may be exhausted from carrying everything herself and needs the reminder that she does not have to do it all alone. Sometimes the next step is not doing more. It is creating space to listen, reconnect with yourself, and remember who you are becoming.

Courage, taking action, self-trust, motivation, resilience, personal growth, entrepreneurship, overcoming fear, perfectionism, purpose, caregiving, transformation, small steps, momentum, becoming.

In this powerful episode of The Journey of Becoming, Karrie Mitten sits down with Robyn Godfrey, TEDx speaker, keynote speaker, author, marathon runner, and creator of The 30 Second Shift, for a deeply honest conversation about what happens when you stop waiting and finally decide to take the next step.

Robyn’s transformation began with just 30 seconds.

In the middle of a demanding corporate career, burned out, overworked, and disappointed in herself, Robyn stepped onto a hotel treadmill. She wasn’t a runner. She couldn’t imagine running a mile, let alone a marathon. But she decided to run for 30 seconds.

That tiny decision changed everything.

It eventually led to seven marathons, six World Marathon Majors, an ultramarathon, triathlons, and a completely different relationship with herself. But the real transformation wasn’t becoming a runner. It was learning that she could trust herself to take action, keep promises to herself, and keep going.

And that lesson became the foundation of her work.

Robyn shares why waiting for motivation can keep you stuck, why perfectionism can prevent you from ever beginning, and why you don’t need to know exactly how you will get there before taking the first step.

But Robyn’s journey also took an unexpected and painful turn.

When her husband was diagnosed with stage 4 throat cancer, the life they had built together changed dramatically. The adventures, travel, social life, and future they had imagined were suddenly no longer the same. Robyn opens up about the anger, guilt, grief, and uncertainty that came with becoming a caregiver and grieving a life she never expected to lose.

What she discovered on the other side is profound: just because you cannot have the life you thought you would have does not mean you cannot have a beautiful life.

Together, Karrie and Robyn explore what it means to find the “seed of good” inside adversity, create joy within a new reality, and continue becoming when the path looks nothing like you imagined.

• Why waiting for motivation may be keeping you from the life you want
• How one tiny decision can create momentum that changes everything
• Why taking action builds self-trust and confidence
• How to stop letting perfectionism keep you stuck
• Why failure is often feedback, not proof that you should quit
• How to break overwhelming goals into small, achievable steps
• What marathon running can teach you about business, resilience, and life
• How to move forward when the future looks completely different from what you planned
• Why it is okay to grieve the life you thought you would have
• How to find joy and possibility in a new reality
• Why asking for support can be an act of courage, not weakness
• How to take care of yourself while caring for others
• Why you are never too old and never too late to begin again

Whether you are standing at a crossroads, feeling stuck in a safe but unfulfilling place, questioning what comes next, or carrying a dream you keep putting off, this conversation is your reminder that you do not have to see the whole path to move forward.

You just have to take the next step.

Connect with Robyn

Learn more about Robyn, her speaking, writing, and The 30 Second Shift at https://www.robyngodfrey.com/

Connect with Karrie

Learn more about The Journey of Becoming and explore executive and personal transformation at UpLevelYourLifeConsulting.com

If this episode resonates with you, share it with a woman who may be standing at her own crossroads and needs the reminder that she doesn’t have to have all the answers. She just needs the courage to listen and take the next step.

Authenticity, perfectionism, self-worth, vulnerability, fear, self-doubt, boundaries, emotional awareness, courage, personal growth, purpose, transformation, becoming.

What happens when you realize that the version of yourself you've been presenting to the world is not actually who you are?

In this episode of The Journey of Becoming, Karrie Mitten sits down with Katrine Horn, a life coach based in the south of France who helps ambitious, independent, and quietly determined professional women live more truthfully through bespoke, intuitive, and deeply supportive coaching.

Katrine shares the powerful journey that led her from becoming a classical musician, to teaching English in French schools, and eventually to becoming a life coach. Along the way, she discovered how deeply perfectionism, people-pleasing, and the belief that she was "not good enough" had shaped the way she lived.

One of the biggest turning points came while teaching middle school students in France. Katrine realized that the children would not accept a version of her that was fake. She had to show up as herself, become vulnerable, and let go of the polished facade she had spent years creating.

That experience changed everything.

What You'll Learn:

• How to break free from perfectionism and the belief that you’re not good enough
• How to stop letting other people’s opinions define your self-worth
• Why authenticity requires courage, vulnerability, and the willingness to be fully yourself
• How to recognize fear as a sign of growth rather than a reason to hold back
• How to process difficult emotions without letting them control your actions
• Why constant hard work isn’t the only path to success, and how to work from inspiration and enjoyment instead
• How all-or-nothing thinking can keep you stuck and limit what’s possible
• How to set boundaries while staying true to yourself
• How to create a life that feels authentic, fulfilling, and truly yours

Whether you're exhausted from trying to be perfect, questioning whether you're good enough, struggling with self-doubt, or simply longing to live more authentically, this conversation will remind you that you do not have to keep performing a version of yourself for the world. You can choose to become more fully who you are.

Connect with Katrine

Visit her website: https://katrinehorn.com/

Connect with Karrie

Learn more about The Journey of Becoming and explore executive and personal transformation at UpLevelYourLifeConsulting.com

If this episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs the reminder that they do not have to be perfect to be worthy, that fear does not have to stop them, and that the most powerful transformation may begin when they finally give themselves permission to be fully themselves.

Entrepreneurship, self-doubt, visibility, courage, purpose, personal growth, trusting yourself, leadership, business growth, community, calling, transformation, becoming.

In this inspiring episode of The Journey of Becoming, Karrie Mitten sits down with Kami Guildner, entrepreneur, coach, and founder of Kami Guildner Coaching, to explore what happens when you stop ignoring the voice inside you that is calling you toward something more.

After more than 20 years in corporate leadership, Kami found herself at a crossroads when she was unexpectedly laid off in 2008. What initially felt like a setback became the catalyst for a profound transformation. Instead of immediately returning to the corporate world, Kami slowed down, listened more deeply, and discovered a new path through equine-guided coaching and entrepreneurship.

Now, 18 years into her entrepreneurial journey, Kami shares the lessons she has learned about navigating uncertainty, recognizing limiting thought patterns, trusting herself, and continuing to grow even after years of success.

Throughout the conversation, Karrie and Kami explore what it takes to listen to your inner guidance when the next chapter does not look anything like the life you originally planned. They talk about self-doubt, imposter syndrome, visibility, and the fear of stepping into a bigger version of yourself. They also explore why having the right community and support can make all the difference when you are stretching into something new.

Kami shares a powerful perspective on becoming: you do not have to leave your past behind to step into what is next. You can bring your experiences, wisdom, strengths, and lessons with you as you continue to grow and evolve.

This conversation is a reminder that challenges are not always signs that something has gone wrong. Sometimes, they are the very experiences that stretch us, shape us, and prepare us for what we are being called to do.

What You’ll Learn

• How to recognize when the life you have built no longer matches who you are becoming
• Why your next level often begins with listening to your inner voice instead of outside expectations
• How to move through self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and the fear of “Who am I to do this?”
• Why you do not have to abandon your past to create what comes next
• How challenges and uncertainty can become catalysts for growth and transformation
• Why entrepreneurship can be one of the greatest personal growth journeys you will ever experience
• How community, coaching, and support can help you move through doubt and grow faster
• What it really means to become while staying rooted in who you are
• How to quiet your inner critic and take action before you feel completely ready
• Why small, courageous steps can lead to extraordinary transformation

Whether you are questioning what is next, navigating uncertainty in your business, or feeling called toward something more, this conversation will remind you to listen inward, trust yourself, and take the next step.

Connect with Kami

Learn more about Kami and her work at www.kamiguildner.com

Learn more about Extraordinary Women Ignite here: https://bit.ly/ewignite

Connect with Karrie

Learn more about The Journey of Becoming and explore executive and personal transformation at UpLevelYourLifeConsulting.com

If this episode resonates with you, share it with a woman who may be standing at her own crossroads and needs the reminder that she doesn’t have to have all the answers. She just needs the courage to listen and take the next step.

Creativity, entrepreneurship, self-doubt, courage, resilience, passion, purpose, confidence, business growth, mindset, transformation, becoming.

In this inspiring episode of The Journey of Becoming, Karrie Mitten sits down with Andrea McGee, founder of Tea Candles, to explore what it truly means to trust yourself, embrace your creativity, and build a business that brings both fulfillment and connection.

Andrea shares her journey from running a custom t-shirt business that no longer aligned with her passion to discovering an unexpected calling through candle making. What began as curiosity quickly became something much deeper. Through teaching candle-making workshops, Andrea found joy not only in creating beautiful products, but in creating meaningful experiences where strangers become friends, confidence is built, and creativity comes alive.

Like many entrepreneurs, Andrea faced criticism, financial setbacks, self-doubt, and the pressure to prove herself. Instead of allowing those challenges to define her, she chose to keep moving forward, trusting her instincts, believing in her vision, and allowing each obstacle to strengthen her resilience.

Throughout the conversation, Karrie and Andrea explore the importance of following what lights you up, learning to trust your own voice over outside opinions, and embracing the courage to pivot when something no longer aligns with who you are becoming.

Andrea also shares how motherhood has become one of her greatest sources of inspiration, reminding her that every brave decision she makes is teaching her daughter what is possible when you believe in yourself and refuse to give up.

This episode is a beautiful reminder that success is not about following someone else's path. It is about creating your own, trusting the timing of your journey, and choosing purpose over fear.

What You'll Learn

• How following your passion can lead to a more fulfilling life and business
• Why pivoting your business can open the door to greater purpose and success
• How to overcome self-doubt and stop letting criticism hold you back
• Why creativity is a powerful tool for connection, confidence, and personal growth
• How trusting your instincts leads to better business decisions
• The importance of believing in yourself, even when others do not
• Why comparing your journey to someone else's can keep you stuck
• How resilience, perseverance, and faith help entrepreneurs navigate uncertainty
• Why building meaningful experiences creates lasting impact beyond your product or service
• How one courageous decision can transform your journey of becoming

Whether you're starting a business, navigating a career pivot, or searching for the confidence to pursue what truly lights you up, this conversation will encourage you to trust yourself, embrace your unique path, and remember that every small step forward is shaping the person you are becoming.

Connect with Andrea

Visit her website: https://www.tcandlesdecatur.com/

Connect with Karrie

Learn more about The Journey of Becoming and explore executive and personal transformation at UpLevelYourLifeConsulting.com

If this episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs the reminder that it's never too late to pivot, pursue what brings you joy, and create a life and business that truly align with who you are becoming.

Purpose, entrepreneurship, career transition, infertility, resilience, faith, women's empowerment, identity, healing, personal growth, becoming.

In this inspiring episode of The Journey of Becoming, Karrie Mitten sits down with Jacqueline Vazquez, entrepreneur, event strategist, speaker, mentor, and founder of The Catalyst Bridge Agency, to explore what it truly means to trust your calling, embrace life's unexpected detours, and allow every challenge to shape your purpose.

After spending 15 years in corporate accounting, Jacqueline felt an undeniable pull toward entrepreneurship. While building her event planning business alongside her full-time career, she discovered an important truth. You don't always have to choose between stability and your dreams. Sometimes your next chapter is built one courageous step at a time.

But just as her business was beginning to grow, life took an unexpected turn.

Only one year into marriage, Jacqueline was diagnosed with unexplained infertility, a journey that lasted ten years and challenged her identity, faith, and vision for the future. While helping others celebrate weddings, birthdays, and life's happiest moments, she quietly carried grief of her own.

Instead of allowing that season to define her, Jacqueline chose to let it refine her.

Through faith, perseverance, and a willingness to redefine what motherhood, purpose, and success could look like, she transformed one of the most difficult chapters of her life into a mission of serving other women. Today, through The Catalyst Bridge Agency, her Refine and Release podcast, mentoring, and speaking, she empowers women navigating entrepreneurship, infertility, faith, and life's biggest transitions.

Together, Karrie and Jacqueline explore how purpose is often born through adversity, why readiness is a decision rather than a destination, and how every challenge can become the foundation for your next level of becoming.

What You Will Learn

• How to know when it's time to pursue a new career or calling
• Why you don't have to quit your job before building your dream
• How to transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship with confidence
• Why curiosity is often the first step toward discovering your purpose
• How faith and resilience can carry you through life's hardest seasons
• What Jacqueline learned from her ten-year infertility journey
• How to transform pain into purpose and your story into service
• Why protecting your energy is essential for personal growth
• How challenges refine your identity instead of defining it
• Why "ready" is a decision, not a destination
• The importance of never giving up on yourself, even when life doesn't go as planned

Whether you're navigating a career transition, experiencing personal loss, facing an unexpected life challenge, or wondering what comes next, this conversation is a powerful reminder that your greatest obstacles may become the very foundation of your purpose. Every season, even the hardest ones, is preparing you for the next chapter of your becoming.

Connect with Jacqueline

Visit her website: https://www.catalystbridgeagency.com/

Connect with Karrie

Learn more about The Journey of Becoming and explore executive and personal transformation at UpLevelYourLifeConsulting.com

If this episode encouraged you, share it with someone who is navigating a difficult season, rebuilding after disappointment, or learning to trust that every challenge can become part of a greater purpose. Sometimes the journey that feels like it's breaking you is actually the one that's building you into who you're meant to become.

Women empowerment, confidence, personal growth, authenticity, leadership, mindset, resilience, purpose, fulfillment, transformation, becoming.

In this empowering episode of The Journey of Becoming, Karrie Mitten sits down with Meagan Fettes to explore what it truly means to step into your confidence, embrace your authentic voice, and create a life aligned with who you truly are.

Meagan shares her personal journey of growth, self-discovery, and learning how to move beyond fear, self-doubt, and external expectations in order to pursue a more meaningful and fulfilling path. Through honest reflection and powerful insights, she opens up about the challenges women face when stepping into leadership, visibility, and personal transformation.

Together, Karrie and Meagan dive into the importance of self-belief, pursuing passions beyond the traditional career path, and learning how to trust yourself even during seasons of uncertainty. They discuss how personal growth often requires discomfort, courage, and a willingness to embrace change in order to become the person you are meant to be.

This conversation is a reminder that fulfillment is not found in perfection or proving yourself to others—it comes from living authentically, honoring your passions, and allowing yourself to grow into your next level.

What You Will Learn

• How women can build confidence and step into leadership
• Why authenticity is essential for fulfillment and personal growth
• The importance of trusting yourself during uncertain seasons
• How self-doubt can hold women back from their next level
• Why pursuing your passions creates deeper purpose and meaning
• The connection between courage and transformation
• How personal growth often begins outside your comfort zone
• The value of resilience, mentorship, and community support
• Why becoming your true self is a lifelong journey

Whether you are navigating a transition, searching for deeper fulfillment, or learning to embrace your voice and purpose, this episode will encourage you to take the next brave step toward becoming who you are meant to be.

Connect with Meagan Fettes

Visit her website at https://www.untamedspeakersuccess.com/

Connect with Karrie

Learn more about The Journey of Becoming and explore executive and personal transformation at UpLevelYourLifeConsulting.com

If this episode resonates with you, share it with someone who is ready to step into their confidence, embrace their authentic self, and continue their journey of becoming.

Women’s empowerment, identity, fear, self-belief, personal growth, mindset, resilience, purpose, becoming.

In this inspiring episode of The Journey of Becoming, Karrie Mitten sits down with Urmi Hossain, author, speaker, podcast host, and financial professional, to explore what it truly means to step into your identity and pursue your purpose even in the face of fear, doubt, and societal expectations.

Urmi shares her powerful journey growing up between cultures, navigating identity, and witnessing firsthand the gender limitations placed on women in certain environments. These experiences became the catalyst for her deep commitment to women’s empowerment and helping others find their voice.

Working in a male-dominated industry while simultaneously building a platform for impact, Urmi opens up about the internal battles she faced—lack of self-belief, fear of judgment, and not knowing where to start. Yet, through curiosity, courage, and a willingness to try, she created a path that blends her professional success with her passion for advocacy and storytelling.

In this conversation, Urmi and Karrie explore the idea that you don’t have to choose between stability and purpose—you can have both. From building a “9 to 5” and a “5 to 9,” to reframing fear as a guide rather than a barrier, this episode is a powerful reminder that growth happens when you step into the unknown.

Together, they unpack how fear often signals expansion, why self-expression matters, and how embracing your authentic self is the true path to fulfillment and becoming.

• How to overcome fear and use it as a guide for growth
• Why self-belief is built through action, not perfection
• How to pursue your passions alongside a full-time career
• The impact of cultural identity on confidence and self-expression
• Why fear of judgment holds so many people back and how to move past it
• How to embrace your authentic self in both life and career
• The power of curiosity, trial and error, and staying committed to your path
• A powerful mindset shift: seeing fear as an ally, not an obstacle

Whether you’re navigating self-doubt, searching for deeper meaning, or feeling called to step into something more, this episode will inspire you to trust your voice, embrace your journey, and take that next bold step forward.

Explore her work, content, and platforms:

• Podcast: Stories Beyond Borders (available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts)
• Book: Discovering Your Identity: A Rebirth from Interracial Struggle (available on Amazon)
• YouTube and LinkedIn: Search “Urmi Hossain”
• Learn more about her advocacy through Women in Leadership Foundation Canada

Learn more about The Journey of Becoming and explore executive and personal transformation at UpLevelYourLifeConsulting.com

If this episode resonates, share it with a woman who is ready to overcome fear, embrace her identity, and step fully into who she is meant to become.

Leadership, burnout recovery, compassion fatigue, emotional wellness, mindset, resilience, personal growth, purpose, alignment, becoming

In this empowering episode of The Journey of Becoming, Karrie Mitten sits down with Meichle Latham, founder of Meichle Latham Wellness, to explore what it truly means to move from burnout to alignment and how listening to the signals of your body and mind can completely transform your life and leadership.

Meichle shares her powerful journey from nearly 30 years in nonprofit leadership to stepping away from a high-level executive role when the weight of stress, compassion fatigue, and misalignment became impossible to ignore. What once looked like success on the outside began to feel unsustainable on the inside, leading her to a pivotal realization that thriving is not about pushing harder, it is about realigning with purpose, values, and well-being.

Through honest reflection, Meichle opens up about the internal conflict of leaving a long-standing career, the fear of the unknown, and the courage it took to trust herself and take a leap into entrepreneurship. What followed was the creation of a wellness-focused coaching and consulting practice dedicated to helping others avoid the same path to burnout.

In this conversation, Meichle breaks down the realities of leadership stress, the impact of compassion fatigue, and the importance of creating sustainable rhythms in both life and work. She also shares how mindset, community, and intentional self-reflection became key tools in building a business rooted in purpose and harmony.

Together, Karrie and Meichle explore the deeper truth that external success means little without internal alignment and how tuning into the subtle and not so subtle signs in your life can guide you toward a more fulfilling path.

What you will learn

• Why burnout often builds gradually and the early signs to watch for
• What compassion fatigue is and how it impacts leaders and professionals
• How misalignment between values and daily life creates internal stress
• Why community and support are essential when navigating big transitions
• How to shift from fear based thinking to an abundance mindset
• The role of self awareness and reflection in making aligned decisions
• Why sustainable success requires honoring your well being
• How to recognize when it is time to pivot and trust yourself to take the leap

Whether you are feeling overwhelmed in your current role, questioning your next step, or seeking a more aligned way to live and lead, this episode offers both inspiration and practical insight to help you move forward with clarity and courage.

Connect with Meichle

Visit her website at https://meichlelatham.com/ to learn more about her work in wellness strategy, coaching, and consulting.

Explore her blogs, podcast features, and resources designed to help individuals and organizations flourish with purpose and harmony.

Connect with Karrie

Learn more about The Journey of Becoming and explore executive and personal transformation at UpLevelYourLifeConsulting.com

If this episode resonates, share it with someone who may be navigating burnout, seeking alignment, or ready to take a bold step toward their next level of becoming.

Transformation, burnout, self-leadership, storytelling, visibility, self-love, emotional healing, alignment, purpose, personal growth, becoming.

In this powerful episode of The Journey of Becoming, Karrie Mitten sits down with Mary Gooden, founder of Divine Destiny Mentoring & Publishing, to explore what it truly means to walk away from a life that looks successful on the outside—but feels misaligned within.

Mary shares her deeply personal journey from corporate leadership and high performance to experiencing panic attacks that forced her to question everything she believed about success, achievement, and identity. What once looked like stability began to unravel, revealing a deeper truth: she had been living in constant “push energy,” disconnected from herself and her true desires.

What followed was not an overnight transformation, but a courageous, multi-year journey of choosing herself—again and again.

From leaving her corporate career to starting over, navigating personal transitions, and ultimately discovering her voice through writing and storytelling, Mary reveals how her greatest challenges became the foundation for her purpose. What began as a single invitation to share her story in a book became a profound healing experience—and the catalyst for the work she now leads in the world.

In this conversation, Mary opens up about the power of self-love, the importance of community and mentorship, and how sharing your story can unlock confidence, clarity, and impact in ways you never imagined.

Together, Karrie and Mary explore the shift from striving and proving to aligning and becoming—and how choosing yourself fully can transform every area of your life.

What you will learn

• Why burnout and panic can be a gateway to deeper purpose
• How “push energy” keeps high achievers stuck and disconnected
• The role of self-love in creating lasting transformation
• Why your story holds the key to your voice, visibility, and impact
• How sharing your experiences can create healing for yourself and others
• The importance of choosing yourself—even when it feels uncomfortable
• How mentorship and community accelerate personal growth
• What it means to move from external success to internal alignment

Whether you are navigating a major life transition, feeling disconnected from your current path, or ready to step into your next level of impact, this episode will remind you that your journey—every part of it—is leading you back to who you truly are.

Connect with Mary

Visit marygooden.com

Learn more at 10xmyimpact.com

Find her on social media @marygooden

Connect with Karrie

Learn more about The Journey of Becoming and explore executive and personal transformation at UpLevelYourLifeConsulting.com

If this episode resonates, share it with someone who is ready to choose themselves, reclaim their voice, and step into their next level of becoming.