In this heartfelt episode, Corine Rogers shares her journey through grief, transformation, and rediscovering purpose after losing her husband. Her story highlights the power of resilience, community, and the belief that your current moment isn’t your final chapter.

• Corine’s experience as a wonder widow and her ongoing grief journey
• The transformative power of physical activity, like Ironman and triathlons
• The importance of honoring loved ones’ memories while making room for new beginnings
• How faith in transformation can provide hope during the darkest times
• Practical insights into digital estate planning and managing online traces of loved ones
• The significance of community, vulnerability, and self-compassion in healing

00:00 - Introduction: Embracing grief and transformation
02:16 - Corine’s story of loss and vulnerability
04:58 - The significance of touch in healing after a breakup or loss
07:48 - Meeting Chris: The journey from weight to triathlon champion
09:16 - How Corine and Chris met and their shared passions
12:54 - The sudden passing of Chris and its impact
15:06 - The moment of divine intervention that changed Chris’s life
16:43 - The role of faith and mindset in recovery and transformation
19:48 - Physical challenges of weight loss and starting over
21:25 - The power of community in athletic and personal growth
23:07 - Lessons from shared books like Think and Grow Rich
25:44 - Support systems: relationships, masterclasses, and tools for healing
27:27 - Navigating grief over four years: slow progress and hope
29:50 - The concept of "micro" grief and the ongoing process of healing
32:16 - The importance of allowing oneself to feel, experience, and heal gradually
34:38 - Cultural ways of honoring memories: Christmas trees, ornaments, and rituals
36:46 - The ongoing impact of love and loss in everyday life
38:38 - What Chris would want for Corine: embracing a life of purpose and love
41:02 - The playful idea of loved ones “sending” the next person into your life
43:00 - Moving forward in love, honoring the past, and building new chapters
46:37 - The importance of scars, lessons, and growth from life experiences
50:37 - Managing digital legacies: social media, estate planning, and online presence
52:49 - Integrating loved ones’ memories respectfully
56:26 - Advice for those starting the grief journey or supporting others
58:44 - The ongoing promise that this is not the end of possibilities
61:39 - The importance of owning your unique grief journey
62:33 - The power of choice: writing your next chapter
63:49 - Resources for estate planning and digital management
66:42 - Closing remarks: embracing change, love, and the future

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In this episode, Sam Lara shares her powerful story of overcoming family betrayal, homelessness, and personal loss to create a new life filled with hope, purpose, and connection. Her journey exemplifies how resilience and a willingness to pivot can lead to transformation.

• Sam’s experience with her mother’s gambling addiction and family financial collapse
• The emotional toll of betrayal and how to process complex feelings
• The moment that served as the pivot: a family friend opening his home
• The importance of survival mode and maintaining focus during adversity
• Lessons learned about forgiveness and mental health strategies
• How personal hardship influences professional work in family law
• The significance of transparency and communication in relationships
• Practical advice for those facing betrayal, homelessness, or family crises
• The power of mindset shifts: from wallowing to pivoting towards growth
• Creating hope and new beginnings after devastating experiences

In this compelling episode, Christy Zlatkus and Carlie Bloxom delve into Carlie's extraordinary journey of survival and transformation. Carlie, an attorney at Z Family Law, shares her harrowing near-death experience, including surviving a severe health crisis that almost claimed her life. Through this life-altering event, she discovered her self-worth and the importance of investing in oneself. The conversation underscores the power of perseverance, the value of supportive relationships, and the courage to make life-changing decisions for personal happiness.

In this episode, Judy Stovall shares her inspiring journey from a troubled past marked by an abusive first marriage to a fulfilling life as a pastor, practice manager, and founder of a women's empowerment group. She discusses the pressures of being a preacher's kid, the struggles she faced in her first marriage, and the pivotal moment that led her to leave that relationship. Judy emphasizes the importance of self-love, faith, and resilience in overcoming adversity and finding true success in life.

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Here you can purchase her book, "If Only: Rising From the Shadows of Regret"

In this heartfelt episode, Angela Jackson shares her journey of overcoming a traumatic past and finding strength in vulnerability. From her childhood in the Shenandoah Valley to her work rescuing animals and starting a candle business, Angela opens up about her experiences with family trauma, healing, and personal growth. She discusses the challenges of confronting her past, the importance of therapy, and the power of self-love and resilience.

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In this episode, Christy Zlatkus and Luis Scott discuss strategies for turning setbacks into success, focusing on career growth and the journey to building eight-figure firms. They explore the importance of mindset, resilience, and the lessons learned from failures and triumphs.

What You Will Hear:

• Turning heartbreak into success is a strategic process.
• Luis Scott shares his journey from a $500,000 firm to eight figures.
• Every journey is unique due to different foundations.
• The first book published by Luis was a milestone.
• Success often takes years of hard work.
• Doing things for money alone is not fulfilling.
• Mindset and resilience are key to overcoming setbacks.
• The journey is about what's next, not why me.
• The importance of learning from failures.

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In this episode, Christy Zlatkus interviews Raju Mahajan, a serial entrepreneur and attorney, who shares his inspiring journey from being a law school dropout to owning multiple successful businesses. Raju discusses his challenges, including being kicked out of law school, working odd jobs, and eventually starting his own law firm during the pandemic. He emphasizes the importance of taking risks, being honest, and creating value for clients. Raju also talks about his various ventures, including a telemedicine company, a staffing firm, and a media company, highlighting his innovative approach to entrepreneurship.

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Join Christy Zlatkus as she sits down with Holly Hoffman, a former Survivor contestant turned motivational speaker. Holly shares her incredible journey from reality TV to inspiring audiences worldwide, revealing the personal challenges and triumphs that shaped her path. Discover how Holly's experiences on Survivor and beyond have taught her the power of resilience and self-discovery. In this episode, Holly discusses the importance of self-talk, embracing change, and finding strength in adversity. Tune in to hear Holly's inspiring message about resilience, self-discovery, and the power of never giving up.

Holly Hoffman, Survivor, motivational speaker, resilience, self-discovery

• Holly's journey from Survivor to speaker
• The impact of personal challenges on growth
• The importance of resilience and self-discovery
• How Holly overcame her fears
• The role of self-talk in personal development
• Holly's advice for those facing adversity
• The significance of embracing change
• Holly's experiences with failure and success
• The power of storytelling in motivation
• Holly's future goals and aspirations

• 00:00:00 Introduction to Holly Hoffman
• 00:03:00 Holly's Journey from Survivor to Speaker
• 00:09:00 Overcoming Personal Challenges
• 00:15:00 The Power of Resilience and Self-Discovery
• 00:21:00 Advice for Facing Adversity
• 00:27:00 Holly's Future Goals and Aspirations

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In this episode, Christy Zlatkus engages with Erik and Elliot Alicea, co-founders of Empirical 360, to discuss their entrepreneurial journey, the hard lessons learned from failures, and the importance of resilience in the face of adversity. They share personal stories of navigating challenges, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, and emphasize the significance of action, accountability, and maintaining a positive mindset. The conversation highlights the value of having a support system and the necessity of adapting to change while pursuing success in business and life.

When life (or business) throws you a setback, your brain wants to go straight to panic: I messed up. I'm behind. I'm failing.

But that story isn't true--it's just familiar.

In Episode 3, we're breaking that cycle.

This episode is all about learning to analyze failure instead of personalizing it, and shift from self-blame to strategic thinking. You'll learn how to identify the lesson inside the setback, how to separate your identity from the outcome, and how to built micro-momentum even on the days when nothing seems to be going your way.

We talk about:

• What to do when your brain defaults to panic
• What it really means to "stack your wins"
• How to create progress even when you feel stuck
• The mindset shift that turns failures int data, not identify
• One easy, practical way to rewired your thinking toward resilience and action

If you're navigating an ending, a transition, a business hurdle, or a season of self-doubt, this episode gives you one strategy--and the courage-- to keep moving.

Because this is not the end. It's the beginning of your next win.