What happens when a woman who has survived abuse, addiction, homelessness, and three suicide attempts decides she's done just surviving? You get someone like Mia Vone — trauma recovery specialist, soon-to-be podcast host, and living proof that healing is possible even when the wounds run deep.

In this powerful conversation, Vickie sits down with Mia for the kind of honest, unfiltered talk that only happens when two women who've done the real inner work get together. They explore how childhood trauma shapes our core beliefs, why happiness can actually feel dangerous to a trauma survivor, and what it truly takes to rewrite the story you've been living by default.

Mia shares her journey from alcoholism, eating disorders, and a life-threatening domestic violence incident to finding her dream marriage, her life's purpose, and a deep peace she never thought she'd know. Together, Vickie and Mia unpack the power of the nervous system, EFT tapping, schemas, and why real healing requires a body-first, multidimensional approach.

Whether you're a coach, a survivor, or someone who just knows there's more waiting for you on the other side of your story, this episode will move you.

Connect with Mia:

Schedule a call: https://miavivone.com/book-a-call 

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Podcast: https://theuntriggeredwomanpodcast.com/ 

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In this episode of Today’s Dream, Tomorrow’s Reality, Vickie is joined by Maria Dolores, a Stockholm-based leader and speaker whose work is devoted to one essential mission: reducing hate, disrespect, and oppression—while increasing growth and dignity.

Maria shares the story behind her book A State of Grace and the life events that shaped her message, including a deeply personal season that forced her to confront power, grief, and what it truly means to claim your right to peace—without abandoning responsibility.

You’ll also hear Maria introduce her framework for a “Human Constitution”—seven principles that explore rights and responsibilities across the inner and outer life, including:

The right (and responsibility) to your body, emotions, and thoughts

Personal power and the ethics of how we use it

Communication as both freedom and responsibility

Respect for life—human life and all life

Why real change requires both top-down systems and a bottom-up personal shift

Maria also shares how working in the funeral industry—supporting thousands of families—deepened her understanding of human worth, emotional truth, and the dignity every person deserves, no matter their story.

This conversation is a reminder that the world doesn’t change only through policies and headlines—it changes through the choices we make every day: how we speak to ourselves, how we treat others, and how we grow up emotionally.

If you’ve been feeling the weight of the world lately, this episode offers something rare: clarity, grounding, and a way forward.

If this episode resonates, please take a second to subscribe, like, and leave a comment — and share it with someone who would appreciate Maria’s message. It’s a simple way to help her story travel further.

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If you’ve done the mindset work and still feel stuck, this episode is for you.

In this raw, unedited conversation, Vickie Poole explores why mindset alone often isn’t enough and how identity shapes what we feel safe becoming, earning, and sustaining in both life and business.

She gently unpacks the difference between what we think and who we believe we’re allowed to be, and why deeply held identity patterns can quietly regulate our growth, much like an internal thermostat. 

This episode isn’t about fixing yourself or pushing harder.It’s about understanding what’s happening beneath the surface, where awareness itself can begin to shift long-standing patterns.

Listen when you have space.Nothing here needs to change today.

00:00 — When Mindset Work Still Leaves You Feeling StuckNaming the quiet frustration many people feel after “doing all the right things.”

01:13 — Mindset vs. Identity: What’s the Difference?Why what you think isn’t the same as who you believe you’re allowed to be.

01:52 — The Invisible Ceilings That Show Up in BusinessHow protection, not failure, often limits growth.

04:16 — The Financial Thermostat AnalogyUnderstanding how identity quietly regulates what we allow ourselves to earn and hold.

07:29 — Why Mindset Alone Can’t Create Sustainable SuccessWhen mindset helps and where it reaches its limits.

08:57 — How Identity Shifts Create Natural ChangeWhy behavior changes more easily when it feels safe to become someone new.

09:44 — Awareness as the First Real ShiftHow noticing the pattern begins to loosen it.

10:43 — Closing Reflections on Growth and IdentityWhy growth doesn’t have to feel like erasure and why nothing needs to change today.

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In this conversation, Vickie sits down with Andrew Greenbaum — a seasoned business coach, former top-ranked MBA professor, and founder of the Spirituality and Business Institute — to explore what happens when you stop hiding your spiritual side and finally bring all of you into your business.

Andrew shares how he “came out of the spiritual closet” after 30+ years of using Kabbalah (an ancient mystical tradition) behind the scenes with entrepreneurs, corporations, and students… and why he believes spiritual principles are the missing “operating system” in business today.

Together, Vickie and Andrew dive into:

Why entrepreneurs are some of the most powerful change agents on the planet

The truth about money as a tool for impact (and why it’s not “more spiritual” to stay broke)

How spiritual values and practical strategy work together in real businesses

The 10-year question that can reset your vision and roadmap overnight

Boundaries, Sabbath, digital detox, and why slowing down is often the way to speed up

Why real transformation starts on the inside long before the results show up on the outside

Andrew also talks about his free workbook, “The Inner CEO,” and how to begin leading your business from the inside out, instead of constantly reacting to everything around you.

If you’ve ever felt the tension between being deeply spiritual and deeply ambitious… this episode will make you feel seen, energized, and a little more dangerous (in the best way).

00:00 Introduction and Guest Background

00:55 Andrew's Journey into Spirituality and Business

01:19 The Role of Kabbalah in Business Success

02:50 Spirituality and Entrepreneurship

05:02 The Importance of Wealth in Spirituality

17:03 Mentorship and Coaching

20:19 Family Connections and Modern Challenges

26:39 Exploring the Off-Grid Wildwood Retreat

27:38 The Importance of Disconnecting for Creativity

28:33 Finding Focus Time for Productivity

29:53 The Impact of Email on Productivity

33:22 Implementing Boundaries for Better Work-Life Balance

36:59 The Power of Walking Meetings

44:39 Introduction to Kabbalah and Personal Growth

49:34 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Connect with Andrew:

https://www.facebook.com/grinbaumhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/grinbaumhttps://www.instagram.com/andygrinbaum/https://www.youtube.com/@Spiritualbiz-Institute

The Inner CEO: https://spiritualbiz.org/the_inner_ceo

A practical guide to help CEOs and Founders replace chaos with clarity and lead with purpose

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Today we sit down with David Graham, a man whose 30-year search for meaning led him to create 21 homes and transform the lives of over 2,500 men and women rebuilding after prison.

Their conversation dives into the real meaning of second chances,not just for those behind bars, but for every soul ready to start again. With warmth, wisdom, and humor, David shares how faith, compassion, and a touch of “naive courage” built a movement of restoration and redemption.

Vickie opens up about her own personal connection to the prison system through her son’s journey, bringing an intimate, heartfelt layer to this deeply human dialogue. Together, they explore the mosaic of life,the broken, beautiful, imperfect pieces that make us whole and remind us that one small spark of hope can light even the darkest corner.

If you’ve ever wondered whether change is truly possible, this episode will leave you believing in second chances all over again.

👉 Tune in, share, and remember: The best way to predict the future… is to create it.

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview

01:01 Meet John Graham: A Journey of Transformation

01:59 From Career Changes to Community Impact

02:29 The Birth of a Shelter: Helping Ex-Prisoners

02:48 Challenges and Successes in Rehabilitation

04:02 Personal Stories and Reflections

06:50 The Struggles of Reentry and Support Systems

10:16 The Importance of Second Chances

17:42 Current Operations and Future Goals

18:27 Ohio's Progressive Rehabilitation Program

19:49 Community Support and Job Training

21:20 Political Climate and Challenges

23:30 Personal Journey and Second Chances

25:54 Emotional Impact and Advocacy

27:23 The Power of Storytelling

29:41 Book Promotion and Outreach

32:09 Final Thoughts and Future VisionConnect with John:

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What if leadership felt less like a pointy pyramid and more like a table where every voice matters? In this episode of Today’s Dream, Tomorrow’s Reality, Vickie sits down with Nicole van Kuppeveld—CEO & Founder of Organizations by Design, creator of the Women’s Leadership Series (WLS), and author of Feminine-Inspired Leadership: Power redefined. Leadership reimagined.—to explore a research-backed, people-first way to lead that actually works in the real world.

In this conversation:

Nicole’s origin story: from “chief engagement officer” kid to transformational leadership architect

Why Feminine-Inspired Leadership is for all genders (and how men model it beautifully)

The three pillars modern leaders need: psychological safety, collaborative learning teams, and true learning organizations

Inner Glass Ceiling work: why affirmations alone aren’t enough—and what does work

ROI you can feel and measure: engagement ↑, turnover/absenteeism ↓, innovation ↑

Dates mentioned (WLS workshops):

October 17 — Executive Presence (women-only)

October 31 — Building Resilience (women-only)

About Nicole van Kuppeveld

Leadership researcher and facilitator with 25+ years of experience (MBA; designation in leadership & org development). She empowers women leaders—and leaders of all genders—to step fully into power and presence.

Connect & Resources:

Linktree (all platforms + WLS landing page + workshop links): https://linktr.ee/organizationsbydesign 

WLS Workshops (Executive Presence + Building Resilience): www.feminineinspiredleadership.ca/events

Womens Leadership Series/ Lead with Power, Influence & Purpose- https://feminineinspiredleadership.ca/wlslanding  

Book — Feminine-Inspired Leadership. Power redefined. Leadership reimagined.

Amazon (USA): https://amzn.to/4mQBzCw

Amazon (Canada):https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1966798725

Golden Thread: Create the space, honor the strengths, watch teams become unstoppable.

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Vickie’s cohort of the Women’s Leadership Series begins December 3.

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What if “success” didn’t mean more hustle—but more you? In this episode of Today’s Dream, Tomorrow’s Reality, Vickie meets Kristen Larson (Ontario, Canada)—a Transformational Soul Coach whose work blends Health Coach Institute training, deep coaching, and soul-level presence to help clients release limiting beliefs, honor boundaries, and live in alignment.

They swap stories about coaching online (why safety matters and cameras can stay off), the power of group containers vs. 1:1, and how self-compassion, gratitude, and play shift the whole nervous system—so joy becomes strategy, not an afterthought. Kristen shares his three client archetypes, a favorite transformation case, and the heartbeat behind his program Leading From Within and his community project Soul University.

You’ll hear about:

From HCI → Master Transformational Coaching → “Transformational Soul Coach”

Why people-pleasing fades when boundaries align with values

The energy shift: burnout → presence, gratitude, and play

Group vs. 1:1: why being witnessed accelerates change

Leading From Within: 3-month weekly or 6-month biweekly path, with integration weeks, journal prompts, and resources

Soul University: workshops, challenges, and an international learning network

Who Kristen helps:

Purpose-Seeking Entrepreneurs (successful outside, craving inner alignment)

Awakening Seekers (in transition; wanting clarity and spiritual growth)

Conscious Leaders & Change-Makers (serving others while sustaining themselves)

Golden Quote: “Take a moment to appreciate yourself—for the steps you’re taking and how you’re showing up.”

Golden Quote: “Small brave choices compound faster than perfect plans.”

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

01:17 Meet Kristen Larson: Transformational Soul Coach

07:42 The Journey to Coaching

11:49 Success Stories and Transformations

18:08 Building a Coaching Practice

20:57 Understanding the Awakening Seeker

22:09 The Conscious Leader and Change Maker

22:46 The Importance of Having a Coach

24:40 Deep Coaching Course Experience

25:54 Personal Journey into Coaching

30:40 Group Coaching Dynamics

33:36 One-on-One Coaching Program Details

37:12 Soul University and Future Plans

40:20 Final Thoughts and Gratitude

About Kristen Larson:Kristen helps people align belief with behavior so results become inevitable, not accidental.

Website- https://kristinsvenlarsen.com/

Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/KristinLarsenSoulCoach

https://www.facebook.com/thesouluniversity/

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LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinsvenlarsen/

Soul University Newsletter Subscribe- (most recent published) it can be subscribed to in the newsletter

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In this episode of 'Today's Dream, Tomorrow's Reality,' host Vickie Poole, a master transformational coach and hypnotist, interviews Kristel Piibur, a certified Women's Leadership Series (WLS) facilitator and finance professional. Kristel shares her unique experiences growing up in Estonia during its independence, her educational journey, and her rise through various multinational companies, leading her to settle in Switzerland. They discuss the impact of the WLS certification, highlighting the transformative nature of the program and its value in fostering leadership and personal growth among women globally. Kristel also elaborates on an upcoming free workshop focusing on resilience and a detailed 10-week leadership program starting in October, aimed at empowering women to realize their potential. The episode is packed with inspiring stories, life lessons, and practical advice for aspiring leaders.

00:00 Welcome to the Podcast

01:03 Introducing Our Special Guest: Kristel

02:47 Kristel’s Early Life in Estonia

05:47 Career Journey and Achievements

10:19 Personal Reflections and Challenges

13:35 Adapting to Change During COVID-19

18:39 The Women's Leadership Series

19:53 Reflecting on the Program's Impact

20:39 The Concept of Prosperity

22:10 The Value of Internships and Apprenticeships

23:45 Personal Experiences and Overcoming Challenges

25:29 Introduction to the Women's Leadership Series

27:31 Upcoming Workshops and Programs

32:35 The Importance of Personal Development

37:43 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Connect with Kristel and join her upcoming events:

🔗 LinkedIn📸 Instagram🌐 Linktree: Cristali Innovations

🎟️ FREE Workshop – “Building Resilience: Rebound, Recharge, and Lead with Power”🗓 October 2nd @ 10am MST | 12pm ET | 6pm CET | 5pm UK📌 Register here: https://feminineinspiredleadership.ca/events

📣 Women Leadership Series Program – Starts October 16th!✨ Apply here: https://feminineinspiredleadership.ca/wlslanding

This episode is a rally cry for every woman who’s been told to “tone it down,” “wait her turn,” or “stay small.”To that we say: Rise louder. Lead bolder. You were born for this. 💫

00:00 Welcome to the Podcast

01:03 Introducing Special Guest Crystal

02:17 Crystal's Background and Early Life

05:47 Career Journey and Achievements

10:19 Personal Reflections and Challenges

15:06 Impact of COVID and Personal Growth

18:39 Current Projects and Future Plans

19:53 Reflecting on the Program's Impact

20:39 The Concept of Prosperity

22:10 The Value of Internships and Apprenticeships

23:45 Personal Experiences and Overcoming Challenges

25:29 Introduction to the Women's Leadership Series

27:31 Upcoming Workshops and Programs

32:35 The Importance of Personal Development

37:43 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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In this deeply inspiring episode of Today’s Dream, Tomorrow’s Reality, host Vickie Poole sits down with the radiant Dr. Ara Lysa, a pediatrician, breast cancer survivor, stroke survivor, and speaker with a heart of service. What begins as a conversation about dreams soon becomes a powerful reminder that we are not defined by what happens to us, but by how we rise.

Dr. Ara shares:

The moment her stroke changed everything and how she crawled, quite literally, toward her comeback

How growing up in a military household shaped her resilience

Her heart-driven mission to serve kids, orphanages, and global causes

Why kindness, faith, and finding joy no matter what is her guiding light

This unedited, raw conversation is a testament to the mosaic life and how even life’s broken pieces can become breathtaking art.

 If you’ve ever felt knocked down by life, let this be the reminder: You can get back up and walk into your purpose.Remember to subscribe, rate, and leave a comment to share what moved you most.

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What if “adventure” didn’t mean Everest level terror, but adding cinnamon to your tea, taking the scenic route home, or learning one new phrase in Portuguese (bom dia, anyone)? In this episode, Vickie chats with Laura Diaz, retreat leader in Peru and founder of Ignite Your Life,whose journey stretches from Minnesota memories and Mean Girl phone calls to jungle treks, Machu Picchu magic, and a Facebook group designed to nudge you off the couch and into wonder.

Laura shares The belief that shaped her (“People don’t like me”) and how she rewrote it, layer by oniony layer (thanks, Donkey)The “Everest Problem” and why your nervous system needs a sweet spot, not a summit. How micro adventures wake up your reticular activating system and your joy. The behind the scenes tale of rescuing a retreat with motorcycles, a machete wielding abuela, and a cosmic coincidence.If you’ve been waiting for a sign to start small (or go big), this is it. Drop your questions for Laura in the comments, join her Ignite Your Life community, and let today be the day you choose the unknown, even just a smidge. Adventure’s not out there; it’s already knocking. Open the door.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:59 Meet Laura Diaz: From Teacher to Entrepreneur

02:50 Laura's Journey: From Sales to Retreats

05:10 Overcoming Personal Challenges

14:29 Travel Adventures and Language Barriers

17:44 Learning Languages Through Immersion

19:21 Retreats in Peru: A Unique Experience

20:14 Planning and Managing Retreats

21:02 Adventures and Energetic Places

21:52 Unexpected Adventures in Peru

25:38 Ignite Your Life: Adventure Challenges

28:05 Future Plans and Grand Adventures

32:35 Final Thoughts and Advice on Adventure

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