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Julie Marty Pearson, a fellow podcaster and advocate for animal rescue, shares the importance of in-person connections, the power of networking, and how podcasting has transformed her life and career. Julie reveals her journey into podcasting, the creation of her supportive community for women podcasters, and the therapeutic nature of sharing stories. We also touch on the significance of authenticity in podcasting, entrepreneurship challenges, and the' role of pets in our lives. Practical tips for aspiring podcasters and the importance of education and advocacy in our work environment.   Takeaways In-person connections are irreplaceable in a virtual world. Networking is crucial for success in business and podcasting. Podcasting can be a powerful medium for storytelling and connection. Building a supportive community is essential for personal and professional growth. Authenticity in podcasting helps connect with audiences. Overcoming challenges can lead to personal growth and fulfillment. Finding purpose through podcasting can be transformative. It's important to have realistic expectations when starting a podcast. Education and advocacy can be integrated into podcasting. Pets can play a significant role in our lives and communities. Connect with Julie: https://www.juliemartypearson.com/   Become a supporter: Support this Podcast https://www.podpage.com/become/support/ Sabine's book project: https://publishizer.com/gumption/   Resources: https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/resources   Follow us on Social Media: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/SabineKvenberg IG: https://www.instagram.com/sabinekvenberg/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabinekvenberg/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactCommunicationCoaching/      

Mike Handcock shares his journey from being an orphan at 15 to becoming a leader in conscious business and thought leadership. He emphasizes the importance of resilience, creativity, and the impact of storytelling in inspiring others. The conversation explores the role of ethics in speaking, the significance of leaving a legacy, and the power of influence in creating positive change. Mike encourages listeners to play a bigger game in their lives and businesses, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and collaboration in leadership. Takeaways Adversity can build resilience and strength. Conscious leadership is essential for positive change. Playing a bigger game means believing in your potential. Creativity and legacy are intertwined in our work. Ethics in speaking is crucial for the industry. Personal stories can inspire and empower others. Writing and sharing stories can create a ripple effect. Giving back can lead to greater fulfillment. Influence is a powerful tool for change. Creating beautiful memories is what truly matters. Connect with Mike https://www.circleofexcellence.biz/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikehandcock/   Become a supporter: https://publishizer.com/gumption/   Resources: https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/resources    

In this engaging conversation, Orly Amor shares her inspiring journey from a troubled past to becoming a successful business coach and public speaker. She emphasizes the importance of mindset, decision-making, and the power of sharing one's story to impact others. Orly discusses her unique approach to coaching public speakers, her philanthropic efforts through the "You Are My Light" Foundation, and the significance of problem-solving in public speaking. The conversation highlights the need for connection and support in both personal and professional realms, encouraging listeners to take action and make a difference. Learn more about Orl's Masterclass:  Orly's Amplfy Retreat Orly's Foundation: https://youaremylight.org/   Takeaways Orly guarantees her clients will make 150K in their first year of public speaking. Sharing personal stories can change lives and inspire others. Mindset mastery is crucial for overcoming personal challenges. Decision-making is the first step to personal transformation. Coaching can help individuals navigate their paths to success. Public speaking is a viable way to reach a larger audience. Problem-solving is more important than just motivation in speaking. The public speaking industry is growing, with a high demand for speakers. Building connections is essential for personal and professional growth. Philanthropy and helping others can lead to profound fulfillment.   Sabine's Contact information: Resources: https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/resources  SOCIAL MEDIA:   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/SabineKvenberg IG: https://www.instagram.com/sabinekvenberg/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabinekvenberg/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactCommunicationCoaching/ Twitter X https://twitter.com/sabinekvenberg TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sabinekvenberg

Sabine shares eight key ideas that have contributed to her happiness, success, and fulfillment in life. She emphasizes the importance of personal growth, embracing one's uniqueness, maintaining momentum, trusting the process, following intuition, and cultivating optimism. Each idea is explored in depth, providing insights and practical advice for listeners seeking to enhance their own lives. Become part of the Journey of Unlocking the Secrets to a Fulfilling Life. Become a Supporter I appreciate your help. Pre-order your copy and join the journey.  Learn more and watch Sabine's video here: https://publishizer.com/gumption/ Takeaways Success means different things to different people. Expansion is about growth in various aspects of life. Embrace your uniqueness and talents to make an impact. Momentum is crucial for starting and maintaining progress. Perseverance is key to overcoming obstacles. Trust in the process and have faith in outcomes. Follow your intuition as a guiding force. Optimism can significantly influence your happiness. Live in the present moment to take effective action. Make a decision to live a positive and fulfilling life.  

In this engaging conversation, Chris Cannon shares his journey from struggling with reading in school to becoming a successful entrepreneur and author. He emphasizes the importance of storytelling in business and personal development, discussing how his experiences shaped his perspective on success and the value of high-ticket offers. Chris also highlights the significance of supportive relationships, particularly in marriage, and how they contribute to personal and professional growth. The discussion touches on overcoming fear, the impact of mentorship, and the transformative power of writing.   Support this Podcast and leave a review. Thank you. https://www.podpage.com/become/support/   Takeaways Chris discovered the power of storytelling from his own life experiences. Expectations shape our experiences and outcomes. Entrepreneurship was a natural path for Chris due to his family's background. Supportive relationships, especially in marriage, enhance success. High ticket offers can lead to greater investment in personal growth. Fear often distracts us from our true purpose and potential. Investing in oneself is crucial for personal development. Writing can have a profound impact on others' lives. Mentorship plays a key role in personal and professional growth. The journey of entrepreneurship is filled with learning and transformation.   Chapters: 00:00 Podcast Introduction 01:57 The Power of Storytelling in Business 07:31 From Struggles to Success: Chris's Journey 13:05 Entrepreneurial Roots and Early Ventures 18:36 Building a Life and Business Together 21:49 Ad Break – Learn about the all-in-one platform entrepreneurs use to run their business 23:33 The Show Continues: The Impact of Writing and Sharing Stories 29:12 Creating High Ticket Offers with Storytelling   Learn more about Chris: https://compellingstorytelling.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisempowers/   Resources: https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/resources    Connect with Sabine on Social Media: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/SabineKvenberg IG: https://www.instagram.com/sabinekvenberg/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabinekvenberg/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactCommunicationCoaching/    

In this conversation, Shannon Russell shares her journey from a successful television producer to a career coach, emphasizing the importance of reinvention and self-discovery. She discusses the challenges faced during career transitions, the impact of industry changes, and the power of continuous learning. Shannon also highlights her experience in writing a book to help others navigate their second acts and offers practical advice for those considering a career change. Connect with Shannon Web - https://secondactsuccess.co  Podcast - https://secondactsuccess.co/podcast  book and free resource - https://startyoursecondact.com  FB - https://www.facebook.com/secondactsuccess.co  IG - https://instagram.com/secondactsuccess  TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@secondactsuccess  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonrussellcareercoach   Get Kajabi for only $99 for your first three months. Limited time offer. https://bit.ly/99for3 The Lifewave Opportunity: https://www.lifewave.com/healthyandwealthy   More resources: https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/resources        

One unwritten musical. Twelve courageous women. And stories that created healing beyond imagination. What if those detours in your life—the ones that seem like they're taking you off course—are actually preparing you for your true destiny? In this episode, I reveal how my journey as a storyteller began decades ago with a musical that was never produced, and how that seemingly "failed" project became the first stepping stone toward "Become Empowered"—a book that turned into a movement. Exactly one year ago today, "Become Empowered: Echoes of Grace and Strength" was released into the world—an anthology that has since created deep healing, unexpected reunions, and lasting impact in ways I never could have imagined. But the road to this book started over 30 years ago, when my husband challenged me to write a musical script that I thought I couldn't write. Join me as I share how reluctance turned into revelation, how each "failure" led to something greater, and how storytelling—first as an actress, then as a writer—became my purpose. Because we must become the person we are meant to be to live the life we are destined to live. This is a celebration of courage, healing, and the power of saying "yes" to your calling.   Website: https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/SabineKvenberg LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabinekvenberg/ Free Masterclass:  The 4-Step to Speak Like A Pro and Get Clients. Lifewave: https://www.lifewave.com/healthyandwealthy   Support this Podcast: https://www.podpage.com/become/support/ THANK YOU.

In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Nigel Brayer shares his journey from a cattle farm in Canada to becoming a chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner. He discusses the importance of the nervous system in natural health, his personal experiences with bladder health, and the development of the Ironclad Bladder Protocol. The conversation emphasizes the connection between mindset and physical health, offering practical advice for listeners to improve their well-being through self-awareness and reflection. Takeaways The nervous system is crucial for overall health. Mindset plays a significant role in physical health. Incontinence affects a large percentage of women, especially post-childbirth and menopause. Dr. Brayer developed a successful protocol for bladder health based on personal experience. Self-reflection on diet and mood can lead to significant health improvements. Understanding the connection between the brain and bladder is essential for treatment. Stress and lifestyle factors can impact bladder function. Practical steps can be taken at home to improve health outcomes. The importance of maintaining a healthy spine and nervous system. Awareness of one's health can lead to proactive changes. Get in touch with Dr. Nigel Nigel Brayer's Website https://www.instagram.com/drnigelbrayer/   Learn more about Lifewave: https://www.lifewave.com/healthyandwealthy Connect with Sabine: Website https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/SabineKvenberg IG: https://www.instagram.com/sabinekvenberg/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabinekvenberg/

Summary In this conversation, Anmol Singh shares his journey from a shy introvert to a successful trader and entrepreneur. He discusses the intricacies of trading, the importance of preparation in navigating market volatility, and the evolving landscape of cryptocurrencies. Anmol emphasizes the significance of integrity and self-awareness in achieving success, both in trading and in life. He also highlights the importance of teaching and coaching others in the financial world, providing insights into how to balance personal health with professional success. Get Anmols book: Go.anmol.net Follow him:  https://www.instagram.com/deltaninety/  https://www.youtube.com/@Live.Traders  https://livetraders.com   Learn more about creating extra cashflow while improving your health: https://www.lifewave.com/healthyandwealthy    This podcast could not exist if it weren't for supporters like you. Any amount of donation is appreciated. Thank You

Feel like your life could use a little spring cleaning? Now it's the perfect time to hit the reset button on your life and business. Let's discuss three essential strategies to declutter your mind, goals, and daily habits." It will make your life feel lighter and brighter. Join our Free Become Empowered community:  https://bit.ly/TheJourneyCommunity For more information or to book Sabine for your next event go to: https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/ Watch this episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SabineKvenberg        Transcript: Feel like your life could use a little spring cleaning? Now it's the perfect time to hit the reset button on your life and business. Let's talk about three essential strategies to declutter your mind, your goals, and your daily habits. It will make your life feel lighter and brighter. Hello, and welcome to my podcast, Become Empowered. My name is Sabine Kvenberg, founder of Impact Communication Coaching. In this podcast, we talk about how to become empowered in our personal and business lives. I feature interviews with successful individuals from various industries who discuss their professional and personal journeys, how they overcame adversities, and the strategies they used to achieve their goals. We must become the person we are meant to be to live the life we are destined to live. The content will inspire you to reach your aspirations and become the best version of yourself. Thanks for tuning in and supporting this podcast. And don't forget to follow our show so you won't miss when we release a new episode. As always, we would appreciate it if you could give us a 5-star rating and leave a review. Now, without any further ado, let's dive into the show. Spring cleaning for Q2 success. Are you ready for some Q2 strategies to win the game? Because at the end, it is a game that we play. And if we also approach it in that playful way, not taking ourselves too serious all the time and say, hey, let's have fun. Because too often, that is the first thing. We don't put the fun in there and then it becomes painful. and hard. Most importantly, don't get lost in a maze of to-do lists. Can anybody relate to that? I certainly have to raise my hand. And if I show you right now, the sticky notes that I have in my hand from a meeting that I had earlier, then it's like, oh, I'm going back down that old road. But I also will give you some solutions to that problem. So stay tuned right here with me. Okay. Maybe you can get lost in a maze of piles of paper. Well, maybe your office is not looking like that. Okay. I sure hope so. But I wanted to give you that visual to see how does it make you feel? Right. It's like, Ooh. It's overwhelming. And don't get lost in a maze of demands from others. Ooh, that is a big one. And that demand can come from many different areas. It can come from your coworkers, from your boss, from your clients, from your family, from your friends. So many demands on you. And that sometimes can get us lost in the maze. Ooh clutter, that is a big one. And then the other is the many yeses we give. If we say yes, yes, yes, yes, yes to so many things, we also say no to the others. Now with that said, do we always have a straight line to the target? No, we don't. We do have Sabine Kvenberg (03:56.709) once in a while, a few detours, as you can see there, but we will reach our target at not getting lost in the maze and end up at dead ends. So when your brain is cluttered with excessive thoughts, worries, or a lack of organization, it can lead to difficulties in focus, decision making and overall cognitive function, potentially increasing stress and anxiety. And let me tell you, I have been there. And sometimes we have to declutter our life. So are you ready to do some spring cleaning? Before we go, and before I share with you all the things that I developed and discovered and implemented, let me share with you a story. The other day I was listening to a podcast and one of my favorite podcasts, Jenna Kutcher, I followed her for many, many years. And I just love her personality and what she does. And she's always very hands on. She's just one of those girls, coaches that shares what's on her sleeve. And she talked about spring cleaning and decluttering. And I thought to myself, that was a great, great, great reminder. And I was so thankful because the longest time I had clutters on my desk, in my bins. because there's always something, there's so many things that I have to do, right? There are so many things that I have to accomplish. There are so many things that I thought, all right, I'll do it later. And what's happening? Sabine Kvenberg (06:23.888) those papers and those piles just accumulated. And what happens is it really gets heavy on your shoulders. It was just weighing down on my shoulders. But most importantly, what you saw, our brain can only comprehend so much. And when there are things, when there are piles sitting, And when there's things from even way, way, way back, it all is stored in our brain. And eventually like the subconscious mind, yeah, you have to do this. Yeah. Later. you have to do this. Yes. Later. So what I started doing besides getting rid of those piles and finally filed that way, I saw all the binders from all the years, me developing my business. And I thought to myself, I, maybe I look at it later. Maybe it comes very handy. Maybe. But I also have to let you know that things changed. What worked 10 years ago doesn't work today. So you have to adjust and adapt. But what's still there are the binders that took up space in my office and space in my little brain because it still was there in the background, right? Thinking, should I look at it? Right? So here I was this weekend and I did some spring cleaning in my office. One of the things was a pile, a pile of business cards. And some of them were nicely organized. that was from this event. that was from last year. that was from two years ago. That was the podfest from three years ago. That was, my God, that was an event I attended 10 years ago. Do you think Sabine Kvenberg (08:47.189) These people still exist. They still have the websites. And here was my thinking. Why did I kept them, keep them? Why have I not thrown them away? Because I thought, yeah, there will be some time to enter them into my email list, right? We all have that thinking, but I've never done it. But here's another way. And Like I said, things have changed. How emails worked 10 years ago, they don't work like this today. You may have a huge list, but it doesn't do you any good if they don't open your email. And if you put them in now, they don't even remember you. And who is that? And then I have to, I have to look at myself. I don't like to be put in to email lists. And this is one of the solutions actually that I'm going to share with you later on about cleaning up your email list. But I don't like that. And then I delete or sometimes I even if it comes, keeps on going, I report them spam. And when you report them spam, it's not good for your list. So what I've learned now is be present with the ones that you have. So here's what I did. I took all the business cards. I had a trash can here and I put them all in here. Sabine Kvenberg (09:58.443) Wow, that was liberating. And here's what I did with my old binders. I had an empty bin and I put them all in there. Now, why did I do this? Because right now I'm writing a book and I thought to myself, well, maybe I need to go back and have some references. However, I know they are not important anymore to take up space in my office. So I put them all in and put that bin nicely organized in a closet that I'm not using. So it's out of sight, but I still know if I need it, it's there. And I did the same thing with like, I had envelopes. I'm not using envelopes anymore. So I had like two stacks of envelopes. I kept a few, the others. I put in plastic bins or bags go to goodwill. Some may still use it, right? Maybe they have a business and they put flyers in there. Great. So I do something good. So that in and of itself, I cannot tell you how liberating it was. Sabine Kvenberg (11:24.145) I felt so much lighter. And that is the power of spring cleaning. And here are three strategies to get more done. Declutter, delete, delegate. And starting out with declutter. I just want you to look at the picture. What do you feel? when you see these pictures. What do feel? I mean, we all feel something different, but it's something like heavy or ugly or just not good, right? Now, on the contrary, how do you feel when you see this picture? For me, it's like breathing. It's kind of, that looks good. It gives you a good feeling because now I know, I know where things are. It's just so much nicer. Now, how about that with your office, right? It's just, it's bugging you down. And my, my office didn't look like that. So, but just to give you that, that picture of, of heaviness and overwhelm, or how about that? It gives you space. And this is with everything. We have to create space for us to be creative, space for us to get things done. And that is the power of spring cleaning. Now you may have everything decluttered, right? You got rid of the piles of paper. You got everything packed away. Let's look at the elephant in the room, shall we? How can we avoid future clutter? And that is even more important than everything that we have done this far. You may have cleaned up your office and I have to raise my hand. Who hasn't been there? Sabine Kvenberg (13:18.091) you got everything straightened out. You got everything clean. But a few weeks later, it just looks the same. That was me. That was me. And the reason being is we don't have a system. So step number one, we have to get organized and it can look many different ways. One have a filing system. It can be a physical system. It can be both a physical system and also a digital system. But especially when papers come in to your office, a mail, a letter, we still get mail, right? Or something that you picked up, something that you want to look later, or some important stuff. Maybe you still have. physical bank statements, you know, everybody is different. It has to be packed away, right? So make sure you take the time and get it organized. or in your drawers. Hey, don't we all have those drawers that, okay, I don't know what to do with this little thing. Let's put it in there. We all have the junk drawers, right? But eventually it's overflowing. And yes, I'm raising my hands. I had it all so nicely organized. But at one point or another, it's like, oh, let me put this in real quick. And then there's so many other things on top of those nicely organized things. And again, what I shared with you earlier is our brains cannot handle the clutter. It's all there, but in the back of my mind or in the back of our minds, the back of your mind is, yeah, what did I do with that connector? What did I do with that? Sabine Kvenberg (15:06.123) thumb drive that had very important stuff on it, right? Now make sure that you have a designated area where you put all your thumb drives. So you don't have to think about that. That frees up that space in your brain that now is free for creative thinking. And most importantly, planning. We got to plan ahead. And when you do those things, when you get organized, That is the first step to be more productive, to get more done. Step number two, adopt a new end of day habit. For me, that was a very important step. And that one thing that I did is I want to have a clear desk. Even if I maybe don't have time to put everything or file everything away. At least my desk is clear and I have a designated bin where I put things to take care of the next day. But I have an end of the day habit and that could be a clean desk. It could be a couple other things. You, you are you. You know, I am me. That was me before. And when you get up the next day and you see that you don't even want to get into your office. And maybe it's not you. I'm not saying that you may have that. Ah, beautiful office, right? But what feels better? The before the after, right? The after, of course. It again gives me that breathing. It just lifts something off my shoulders and makes me want to come into my office and start my day because now I can start my day being creative. So these are the strategies to get more done. And we talked about the decluttering process. So, so, so important. Now let's look at delete. What do we need? Sabine Kvenberg (17:20.503) delete. Number one, that's a big one, emails. As I mentioned earlier, nowadays we got so many emails and that is almost a burden. For the more mature audience, can you think back at the time where the World Wide Web just started and AOL came online with dial in using the it took forever. And then finally you have, you've got mail. Whoa. Wow. You've got mail. that was exciting. You couldn't wait to open up your emails, right? somebody sent me a digital mail. that was the most exciting things of your day, right? Now those days are long gone. And now it's like, how can I declutter? How can I delete? There are actually services out there that help you get unsubscribed from emails that put you in their list automatically. Because there are tons of organizations out there that sell your information, including your emails. So I'm using now a organization. I'll share it with you. And they help me get off lists and being deleted on those lists. But there are still things that we have to do because there's still people that we communicate with that sent us emails and we have to delete them. Otherwise you end up with thousands upon thousands. And again, Sabine Kvenberg (19:11.665) That's one of the things that I did when I started my decluttering process, my spring cleaning. I went in and very briefly looked at the most important ones. And then, you know, what I had to do, it was painful, but I had to click the delete all. 925. Now, could there be an important email in there? Possibly. But you know how liberating it is if you only have 50? Very much so. Okay, what else can we delete? Delete some of your yeses and say no, because for every yes you give or every yes means you have to say no to something else. Right. And we think, my gosh. What if this person that I just said yes to, maybe one day becomes famous? Or that could be an opportunity. Or, well, I want to network with this group and I want to say yes to, yeah, I'm helping you. Yes, I say yes to, of course I'm there for you. That would take away time. for what you really want to do. Now, I'm not saying eliminate all, but you have to discern which project you say yes to and which project you say no to. That is also a very important part of the spring cleaning. And then you have to let go of stuff you don't need any longer. Like I shared with you earlier, the business cards that I collected over the years that I have never followed up with the contacts that I have never followed up with that are never entered into my email list. And that probably half of them don't exist anymore. And even though I thought, well, maybe no, forget about it. Get rid of them. Even your closet, how many dresses or pants or Sabine Kvenberg (21:46.731) jackets are still hanging in your closet that you haven't worn for several years. You may think, well, maybe one day I can fit into it anymore. Or well, maybe in 10 years or maybe in 20 years, I have a reunion with my class and I could show off in that dress. Forget about it. Right? Now, if it's a sentimental piece from a loved one that is no longer there, I do have a dress from my mother and I probably will keep that. But that's okay. That's a sentimental reason. But there's so many things that I'm not wearing. And when you get rid of it, you make space for new things, for new dresses, right? Or in your office, make space for new things to come into your life and your business. And then the last thing, delegate. So how can we delegate things? Well, there many different ways. Ask for help. One way can be get a virtual assistant. And you know, you can start out in very many different various ways. I used to have a virtual assistant who just did a couple posts for me. in my social media. That is one way. Now I have a beautiful, wonderful, wonderful virtual assistant, Sabrina, who's helping me with many other tasks besides doing and helping me with my social media, but also being here in my community as we grow and is also doing other things for me. So that might be a way. for you to get help. But if you are not there yet, it's okay. You can exchange services. So maybe someone is good doing social media and you are not, but someone is not good with the finances or someone is not good with online, whatever you do. So you can say, Hey, how about I will do this for you and you do that for me. Sabine Kvenberg (24:16.71) All right. Everybody has something that they are good at, but not so much with the other. So that's a possibility. And that's when you work with your colleagues. That's when you work with someone that you met in your networking group and you just exchange you, you bother, so to speak. So you don't have to pay anybody and they have to don't have to pay you. Or simply ask your family or friends, hey, and I know some of you have a family member who is good doing the online stuff. Ask them. They're happy to help you. Right. But that is important. At one point, if you want to grow, if you want to keep your sanity, ask for help. So Those are the strategies to get more done. Declutter, delete, delegate. And these are the results you're going to get. Instead of ending up the end of the day with thousands of sticky notes and being totally exhausted, you have extra time to just chill. Right? Now, you know me. Action creates change. Only if we take action. So here we go. Number one, set a date and put it on your calendar. Sabine Kvenberg (26:41.576) And I wrote, let's do it now. So I want each one of you to take out your calendar, either your physical calendar or your digital calendar, and look for a date that you will do your spring cleaning, applying all the things that we talked about that you've learned. Okay? Let's do it now. Second, make a commitment to always end the day with a clear desk or delete your email junk, right? Whatever it is for you. These are just examples, right? Wherever you are, right? If you run a physical business, I have done that too for many years. What could that be for you? Right. Always make sure to have a balanced, I don't think we have cash registered anymore, but you know, whatever you need to do at the end of the day that everything is accounted for. Right. And even if it's okay, make sure that at the end of the day, all the service get their tip, get their cash, whatever it is, we all have different things. But if you are working from home, can only tell you having a clear desk coming in in the morning makes a big difference. And number three, post your progress in our Become Empowered group under WINS and celebration. Okay. So post your progress in our Become Empowered group under WINS. Sabine Kvenberg (28:48.248) and celebration.  

"Join us as Dr. Adi Jaffe and Sabine Kvenberg delve into the transformative journey from addiction to recovery, unraveling the deep-seated emotional triggers and compulsive behaviors that block our paths to happiness. In this enlightening conversation, they explore practical strategies for overcoming adversity, sharing inspiring success stories that prove change is possible with the right mindset and tools. Discover how embracing curiosity and making adaptive changes can open the door to a life of fulfillment and freedom from addiction." Get in touch with Dr. Adi: https://www.adijaffe.com/ www.igntd.com   Harness your body's flow with X 39.  Learn more about Lifewave: https://www.lifewave.com/healthyandwealthy   Get in touch with Sabine: https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/     Bio Dr. Adi Jaffe:: Dr. Adi Jaffe, Ph.D. is a UCLA-trained Psychologist, TEDx Speaker, National Bestselling Author, and a recognized expert on addiction, transformation, leadership and relationship, especially in times of deep crisis. Dr. Adi Jaffe is a UCLA-trained Psychologist and a renowned expert in mental health, addiction, and relationships. After receiving his PhD from UCLA, he lectured in the department for the better part of a decade. Dr. Jaffe's personal journey includes overcoming addiction; he was once a meth addict and drug dealer but transformed his life after a SWAT team arrest and jail sentence. He is the author of “The Abstinence Myth” and his new book “Unhooked,” and has been featured in numerous media outlets like CNN, Fox, NBC, and The Huffington Post. Dr. Jaffe is a regular contributor to Psychology Today and is known for his non-traditional approaches to addiction treatment. He currently leads IGNTD, focusing on reducing stigma around mental health issues through helping individuals who are released from prisons and jails find addiction and mental health help.   Summary: In this conversation, Dr. Adi Jaffe shares his personal journey from addiction to recovery, emphasizing the importance of honesty, humility, and understanding the underlying issues of addiction. He discusses his work with diverse populations, from successful individuals to those coming out of prison, and offers practical advice for living a fulfilled life. Jaffe highlights that addiction is not just about substances but also about compulsive behaviors that hinder personal growth and happiness. In this conversation, Adi Jaffe, PhD, and Sabine Kvenberg explore the themes of habit replacement, emotional hooks, and the importance of adaptive responses to stress in the context of addiction recovery. They discuss the need for accessible help for those struggling with addiction and emphasize the significance of curiosity and the willingness to change. The conversation is enriched with inspiring stories of transformation, highlighting that anyone can change their life with the right tools and mindset.

Summary In this engaging conversation, Anne Zuckerman shares her inspiring journey from the lingerie business to creating her own innovative product, Bezzy Bra Discs. She discusses the challenges and opportunities she faced as a late bloomer in entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning, resilience, and gratitude. Anne's story serves as a powerful reminder that it's never too late to pursue one's passions and that age should not be a barrier to success. Takeaways Anne transitioned from a family lingerie business to creating her own product. She emphasizes that it's never too late to start something new. Mistakes are valuable learning experiences, not failures. Trusting the process is crucial in entrepreneurship. Every day presents new opportunities for growth and learning. Surrounding oneself with successful individuals can influence success. Get your  Bezi™ Bra Discs™ https://beziwoman.com/   Start your venture today and make your dreams a reality. Click the link below for more information Empowered Women On Purpose (EWOP): https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/EmpoweredWomen   Follow Sabine: Website https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/SabineKvenberg IG: https://www.instagram.com/sabinekvenberg/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabinekvenberg/

In this conversation, Joseph Drolshagen shares his transformative journey from a challenging upbringing in Detroit to becoming a successful coach specializing in business growth and personal transformation. He discusses the pivotal moments that led him to sobriety and how his experiences shaped his coaching methodology, the SMT method, which focuses on subconscious mindset training. Joseph emphasizes the importance of unique pathways for each individual and the necessity of internal change for external success. He also highlights the significance of leaving a legacy and the impact of his work on clients' lives. We appreciate your support: https://www.podpage.com/become/support/ Takeaways Joseph's upbringing in Detroit shaped his perspective on success. He struggled with self-worth and financial challenges in his early career. Sobriety was a turning point that opened him up to seeking help. The SMT method focuses on subconscious mindset training for personal growth. Unique pathways are essential for each individual's success. Joseph's coaching has helped clients achieve significant business growth. He emphasizes the importance of internal change for external success. Legacy and impact are important aspects of Joseph's mission. The best years of life can be ahead if one believes it. Breathing techniques can help manage fear and excitement.  Get in touch with Joseph: https://www.josephadrolshagen.com/   Connect with Sabine: https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/SabineKvenberg IG: https://www.instagram.com/sabinekvenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabinekvenberg/  

What if the biggest setback in your life was actually the setup for your greatest success?  In this episode, I sit down with Jacopo Iasiello, a real estate investor and author who transformed personal tragedy into entrepreneurial triumph. From a career-ending soccer injury at 17 to building a thriving jewelry business in Italy—only to lose everything by 22—Jacopo's story is a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and the pursuit of holistic success. Episode Summary: At just 17, Jacopo Iasiello faced a devastating injury that ended his professional soccer dreams, forcing him to pivot into entrepreneurship. By 18, he was running a successful jewelry chain, traveling the world in search of diamonds and gold. But by 22, he lost it all. Instead of giving up, he rebuilt—this time in real estate, completing over 350 transactions and achieving financial freedom. In this episode, Jacopo shares the lessons he learned from billionaires and industry leaders like Tony Robbins and Robert Kiyosaki, the power of his M.P.B.E. method, and why holistic success is the key to a fulfilling life. If you're looking for strategies to create financial freedom, overcome setbacks, and integrate personal growth with wealth-building, this episode is for you.

In this conversation, Dr. Joshua Caraballo, an industrial organizational psychologist, shares his insights on the importance of employee well-being, the role of nonprofits, and his personal journey of overcoming adversity. He discusses how his upbringing in a Jehovah's Witness household shaped his identity and beliefs, leading to struggles with cancer, addiction, and incarceration. Through his experiences, he emphasizes the power of hope and transformation and the importance of aligning work with personal values. Support this podcast: https://www.podpage.com/become/support/ Learn more about Lifewave: https://lifewave.com/healthyandwealthy    Connect with Dr. Joshua: https://www.drjosh.solutions/  Connect with Sabine: https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/   Takeaways:   Industrial-organizational psychology focuses on human behavior in the workplace. Employee well-being extends beyond the workplace into personal life. Nonprofits often prioritize people over profit, leading to greater fulfillment. Aligning work with personal values can enhance job satisfaction. Overcoming adversity is possible, regardless of the circumstances. Childhood beliefs can significantly impact adult identity and choices. Prison can serve as a catalyst for personal transformation. Hope exists even in the darkest situations; it's never too late to change. Self-love and acceptance are crucial for personal growth. Sharing personal stories can help others feel less alone.   Chapters   00:00 Understanding Industrial Organizational Psychology 03:07 The Role of Nonprofits in Employee Wellbeing 06:12 Profit vs. Purpose: The Nonprofit Perspective 08:58 Personal Journey: Overcoming Adversity 12:00 The Impact of Childhood Beliefs on Identity 15:06 Finding Redemption: The Prison Experience 18:12 Lessons Learned: Hope and Transformation 21:03 Advice for Overcoming Life's Challenges   Transcript: Sabine Kvenberg  My guest today is Dr. Joshua Caraballo. We just discussed it as we started. How do we pronounce it in Spanish as Caraballo? So here you go. That's how I say it. How are you today, Dr. Josh? Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  I'm doing very well. Thank you for asking Sabine and thank you for your time today. It's such an honor and pleasure to be on your show. Sabine Kvenberg  Well, I can't wait to hear more about your story and what you do and who you help. But let me ask you, what is an industrial organizational psychologist? Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  What a wonderful question. It really is. Well, if it feels better to you and those who are listening, you could just say business psychologist or business psychology, as we sometimes refer to it as just to simplify things. But industrial organization or I.O. psychology is another way to say it as well, encompasses so many different facets. so instead of telling you everything, Sabine Kvenberg Yeah, it's a mouthful. Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  that is underneath this huge umbrella. In fact, I think last time I checked, there's at least 24 different buckets, if you will, that you can concentrate on when it comes to IO psychology. And what I like to tell people, it's pretty much the simplest way to talk about it is anything having to do with human behavior in the workplace, with the caveat that we are not clinical psychologists. So we're not coming in and diagnosing people with ailments. from a mental health perspective or working with leaderships to determine what types of mental health programs need to be instituted. That would be a clinical psychologist who engages in that and maybe even going as far as to diagnosing people with very specific sort of Sabine Kvenberg  you Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD (02:11.778) diagnoses that would need a clinician to help them, you know, maybe get through or even try to ameliorate some of those negative symptoms. Instead, what we're doing, work at the individual, the group, and the institutional level with an eye towards so many different things. But what I really like to focus on is employee wellbeing. which obviously goes beyond just the workplace because the wellbeing considerations and human flourishing is another way to put that, isn't just about what you do at work. So a lot of times what we do in the IO world actually spills over into your actual life outside. Another element of that would be employee engagement. And there are many different facets of engagement on how to measure it. and how to help people in your organizations to be engaged. But again, I go with there are so many different ways to apply these principles outside of work, especially if you want to engage in life more deeply, this is something, these are some elements and models that can be utilized. So I'll stop there with those two big buckets, but yeah. Sabine Kvenberg  I can see that is probably a very, very broad topic. So the question is, who is hiring you? Is it just like bigger company that wanted to improve their culture, their culture, or is it smaller company or individuals? Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  Yeah, you're hitting it right on the nail, so to speak. it's, yes, all of those things are viable opportunities for IO psychologists. A lot of times we do work as organizational consultants. We could do that internally or externally. For me, I started out consulting here and there, but it never materialized into something that actually took up 40 hours a week. And so what I ended up doing for my trajectory, was working for nonprofits. I've always had this sort of affinity with the nonprofit mission and mission orientation, generally speaking, because it makes me feel much more fulfilled. This is also part of what we teach and what we learn about implementing well-being and flourishing models into the workplace. When you can align... Sabine Kvenberg  Okay, so why would it make you more fulfilled when you work with a non-profit organization? Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  Well, it's not a guarantee. let me use that as a caveat. You could find yourself just as fulfilled in a for-profit organization. In my experience, and this is not a research assessment, I have found that being in an organization that is nonprofit, when removing that profit motive, has been very helpful for me. I have come across organizations that make decisions based on trying to increase their profit motive. And that to me does not resonate with my own values. And I find that although it is a necessity, I get it and I understand it. If I could avoid doing that sort of work, I tend to find a lot more creative expression, more value and more alignment with who I am. Sabine Kvenberg  I totally get it. I totally get it because especially when we see some of the companies out there, for profit companies, it's nothing against making profit. We all do. We live from profits. That's our bread and butter. But I think the difference sometimes is what I see is when companies create profits, on the backs of people, not in a healthy way, of nature, our planet, and the animal kingdom. And I just talked about that with another guest, actually. I don't know how we got to that point, but I believe when, and there are the beautiful companies out there, for-profit companies who have that in mind, who have people first, people before profit. And truly, I believe if you have that in mind, you still can be so profitable, wealthy and create beautiful things. It's just how you, what take you take on the whole situation. So, and I think that probably also goes in alignment with what you teach and do. Because I believe when people are happier in their organization, when they feel acknowledged and valued and not being taken advantage of and get their fair share. Because at the end, if they would not be there working for the big on the top guy, nothing would be happening, right? So what's your take on that? Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  Mm. Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  Mmm. Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  All right. Yeah. I love what you said. There's so much gold in those statements that you just said. And I agree with you. think when there's a profit motive, more than likely, what's happening is there is an incentive to really extract as much as possible from people, places, and things. And if you think about it, the underlying mechanism at place is really squeezing out the most value. But the difference that can take place here, and what I love about nonprofits, is instead of squeezing out all the most value that you possibly can for your bottom line, it can be about squeezing out the most value for your people, or for the people that you serve, or for the people that are internal to your organization. for the mission and the vision to make sure that everything that is done, every decision that's made, every initiative that is put into place is all about that same thing. How do we provide value from this? And by removing that the fact that you're trying to make more money and increase your bottom line, it's not that money considerations go away completely in a nonprofit world, but... if you're not making a profit year over year, it's not as serious as if you're in a for-profit entity. So that to me is just such a wonderful to be able to get away from the fact that this project, as an example, touches the hearts and souls of people in X generation, you know, just using an example, and it has changed their behaviors for the better by this percentage. Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD (09:29.26) However, it wasn't a profitable program. That still might need to be scrutinized in the nonprofit world. However, what ends up happening is, okay, how do we look at gaining more grants, more individuals who can provide additional funds in some way? How do we partner with other entities to try to solve for some of the needs of this program? Because we see the benefit. of it moving our mission and vision forward. That to me is like the purpose of what business actually should be. Although I want to leave space for the entities that do otherwise. It's just as I get older, and it's not just about age, there's a whole swath of younger people who also identify this way. We want to feel value in the work that we do. We want to feel that it aligns with our purpose, even if it's not a complete alignment. It's just a partial alignment. That is fine, because we know it's hard, especially these days, to find that complete 100 % alignment, unless you build your own organization, which is always a viable thing for you to do as well. Sabine Kvenberg  Mm-hmm. Sabine Kvenberg  Absolutely. And that's why I work a lot with entrepreneurs who follow that calling, that passion, and that serving heart that they have to serve others. And I think there is a good, is always a good balance of the entrepreneurial spirits and individuals and those who work for a company. There's some people who are just more comfortable. They don't want their own company and that's okay too. But what they all want, what I've learned throughout my life, everybody wants to be valued. And those companies, for example, there are a few out there who have their employees participate in their shares or whatnot, so many different ways. So you feel, this is part of my company, I'm working for that. So I make a difference. And I truly believe. Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  Yes. Sabine Kvenberg  that when more company would do that, actually they would be better off. Give a little bit more to your people and give them the feeling they contribute for a greater purpose for that matter and your company will flourish. But let's go to talk about your book. You wrote a book that said, I'm not dead yet. Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  Right. Sabine Kvenberg  What inspired you to write that book? Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  Yeah, so thanks for bringing it up. I come from, to take you all the way back and not to spend too much time, but I think it's very important to bring you to my childhood. I was brought up in a Jehovah's Witness household, which taught me from a very young age that being gay was wrong, bad, and that God, in this case, his name being Jehovah, as taught to me, would eliminate me and anyone just like me from the earth. when the great tribulation of Armageddon would come. Some of this might sound a little silly to some people, but it might resonate with others who happen to be religious. My point is not to knock religion here. I'm not here to say religion is bad, but I am here to acknowledge that that can affect people in a very negative way. What ends up happening, and this is a psychological principle as well as a personal. sort of principle that has occurred, you start to internalize those ideals, those belief systems, because it's all you know. And it truly can more than likely affect the trajectory of your life when you internalize hate, negativity, especially when it's in regard to who you are and your very being. So that's exactly what happened with me. Although as all of that was occurring to me, I had no idea why it was happening. At the age of 18 when I was able to leave my house, fly the coop so to speak, and do my own thing, it was only about six months later that I was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma in stage four, which for those who are not familiar with cancer, stage four is the final stage. Sabine Kvenberg  you Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  Almost immediately when I found out this information, I had attributed it to me being punished because that was what I was taught. You act out in a certain way. You're allowed to have these thoughts, but you're never allowed to act on them. And once you do, there will be a punishment for you. And that was my punishment. so, you know, fast forward to where I am today. The cancer came back a second time. And then when I was deemed a... about seven years later and all was said and done, you would think that that would be an indication for me to start flourishing and do all the things that would just constitute my well-being and increasing that as much as possible, but it wasn't. What ended up happening is I engaged in a deleterious cycle that was very, very harmful. And I started using drugs and alcohol and as you might imagine, just things became worse and worse in my decision making and the people that I surrounded myself with all kind of like solidified me getting closer and closer to death. And I started to get in trouble with the law. And once I started to realize why these things were happening, getting to the underlying sort of mechanisms and causal factors, And psychology was very helpful for me to understand those things. I had to square that away and I had to start undoing the harm that occurred. I also had to renegotiate the relationships that took place in my life. I had to square away my belief systems and who I was knowing that I had spent a good portion of my life trying to change myself, trying to avoid what was inevitable, which is me being a gay man, but also understanding that that's just one part of who I am and there so many other beautiful aspects of my personality. But in order for me to allow all of those aspects to shine completely, I had to fall in love with myself. I had to renegotiate, like I said, and re-understand what God is and was and what my relationship to that Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  being is, as well as my family and the people who had called me friends during the first 20, 30 years of my life. That is all what is encapsulated in that book, that memoir that I wrote, because one of the most horrific things that happened to me outside of being diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma was actually going to prison. And that experience to me Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  On the one hand, I say to myself, well, it saved my life. It got me out from using drugs and alcohol. I had no choice but to sober up almost immediately. But that wasn't enough. That's not going to keep me away from drugs and alcohol and change me. What needed to happen was that internal sort of assessment and that longitudinal dedication. Sabine Kvenberg  it, did that happen while you were in prison that you have all of a sudden the time to first of all, being away from, from drugs and alcohol and then having the time to really start thinking, what am I doing? Were you able to start studying? So what was that time? How long were you in prison? Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  I was sentenced for 16 months and I spent 14 months for good behavior. So yes, the answer is it definitely gave me the time and the space to contemplate, to think, to read, to study, to question. I wanna just make this a caveat here. It's like... I had to go through this journey, if you will, in order to become who I am today. But I wouldn't recommend it. I don't think it's the best way to go about becoming a better person. For me, right, right. So I don't advocate for prison for anyone. There are exceptions to everything. There are atrocities that take place that are so, sad that we even have to talk about it. Sabine Kvenberg  No, everybody has their own path and that absolutely. You Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  That's a reality and I think that's a place where it makes sense to put someone in prison. But that's not the majority of people who are in prison, are not murderers, child molesters, but those are the things that we think about, the most horrific sort of atrocities that exist in the world. But there's a whole bunch of other types of people who engage in not so great behaviors like myself. And unfortunately, there isn't a route currently, or at least when I was going through this during 2010, 2011, that would help to rehabilitate persons like myself. It's more about the punishment than it is the rehabilitation. And that says a lot about our prison system and the way it operates. Now I know we can spend Sabine Kvenberg  That's another, totally other topic. Yes, yes, yes. Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  yeah, right. But, you know, I tried to make the best of it as I possibly could, which meant that not only did I need to make the determination, but I had to do the work. And the work took a lot longer than just 14 months. know, coming out of prison was very important for me to start to reintegrate myself into society and also understand what my sobriety was going to look like and how I was going to maintain that in the long haul. that all was touch and go, reading a lot. I decided to then get my doctorate after I came out. So, I mean, that was a huge sort of goal that I was able to accomplish, which I'm very proud of. But a lot of the things that I learned during that time I was applying in real time. So I finally became sober, completely sober in 2013, which was the same year that I enrolled in doctoral school. Sabine Kvenberg (20:53.526) But you know, that shows me also that, yeah, there are situations where people get into prison, right? But then there are also people, they go right back where they started. And then there are others like yourself who sees this is an opportunity for me to change my life. And don't let that Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  Right. Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  Yes. Yes. Sabine Kvenberg  past and that baggage hinder you to become your next greater self. Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  Absolutely, yes. And again, you don't need prison to show you that. I did. But what are the universal themes that can be extracted from my experiences so that other people can kind of learn from that and then adapt it as they wish? I love that. And that's part of the reason why I wrote this book is not everybody that reading it is going to be like, I know what prison life is like. No. Sabine Kvenberg  Right. Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  but there will be elements of that story that you'll be able to say, okay, I see what he's getting at here. It's the learning lessons that took place. Two major, sorry. Sabine Kvenberg  So would you say that you wrote the book mainly for yourself to let this out, to write it? what was the inspiration? Or was it, I have to write it to help others to see ABC. What would that be? Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  Yeah, yeah, it's both. Like, I have to be super honest with myself, right? Part of this healing process is about getting my story and writing it and putting it out there. There is a selfish aspect to it, although I don't see all selfish aspects to be that. Like, there are good aspects to being selfish. Like, taking care of yourself is a selfish act, so to speak, but it's also a really great thing to do. But balancing that out with the ability to assist and help people also is extremely important to me. In fact, I would say that's my primary reason for creating something like this, because think about it. I could just write something like this if I wanted to process it in real time, but never publish it or put it out there for other people. That's an additional step. In fact, there are psychological models that show that if you just take pen to paper and write something out. Like if you're really upset with somebody, maybe somebody at work said something really nasty to you and you don't feel like it's appropriate to confront them about that for whatever reasons, maybe it's the big boss, you write a letter. Write a letter and it never needs to be published or sent to anyone and that is a very helpful thing to do. So I've known this from the beginning. So the extra step to really help other people be exposed to your story. That's a scary thing. Sabine Kvenberg  Yeah, it sure is. And especially with the story and the history that you had, but you're so right. And we hear that and I experienced it myself, writing things down and even having a journal. It is so super important. And even sometimes in work when you have so many things in your head and you get in so Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  yeah. Yes. Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  Yes. Sabine Kvenberg  Confused so buck down with things just writing it out. Let it flow on paper It's it's very helpful. So I can totally see that but at the same time just by sharing your story You can help others and others can see hey, I'm not alone And that's why I have this podcast is to share other people's stories. So listeners can know hey, I'm not alone and whatever it is, I mean have Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  Exactly. Sabine Kvenberg  many different individuals, many different stories, many different experiences. But somehow we can pick a little bit from everybody who shares something because it's a universal experience that we have. And that's called life. We all have our demons. We all have our struggles that we need to go through. But in your case, you also show Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  Absolutely. Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  Yes! Sabine Kvenberg  that you can get out even out of one of the worst situations, overcoming a stage four cancer, getting clean from drug abuse and alcohol and getting out of prison. mean, there's like three big things. Usually somebody has maybe one, it's hard to get through. this is so fantastic. So if you could give like, Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  Right. Sabine Kvenberg  one piece of advice or one or two things that helped you through that process. So if a listener maybe struggles with one of these things or maybe all three, what piece of advice would you give them? Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  Right. Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  my gosh, there's so many things. I'll see if I try to keep it as terse and succinct as possible. Yeah. I mean, if you, yeah, I mean, I think overall it is never too late. No matter how far or how deep down we feel we've gone. I think one of the things that starts to happen to people and Nietzsche had said this, but I won't get it exactly right. Sabine Kvenberg  Of course, get your book, right? if you could... Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  Something along the lines of, when you look into the abyss long enough, you actually become the abyss. And that has resonated with me so deeply because it feels hopeless. And it's okay to feel hopeless, but please don't stay there too long. There is always hope. There's always a silver lining, even in the most desperate and horrific of situations. It is never too late. to change course, to become a better person. I'm living proof of that. Sabine Kvenberg  That is a beautiful ending to this interview. You couldn't have said anything better. If someone wants to learn more about you or want to get your book, how can they do that? Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  My website is probably the best place. It'll give you all of my social media handles, my email, and I would encourage you if you'd like to chat more to reach out. Also, details about the book can be found at drjosh.solutions. That's D-R-J-O-S-H dot solutions spelled just like the word. And that's in place of a dot com or dot org in case you're wondering, like, what's the last part of that? Sabine Kvenberg  It's good to know. wonderful. And I make sure, of course, it will be in the show notes. Thank you so much for your time today and hopefully you can touch many more lives moving forward. Joshua J. Caraballo, PsyD  Thank you so much for your time and for what you do with this podcast. Much appreci-    

Do you ever feel like your story isn't interesting enough? Maybe you think that your experiences don't matter as much as others? The truth is—your story isn't the problem. It's how you're telling it. In this episode, I share a deeply personal experience—a moment that almost cost me my career because I hesitated to tell my own story. But when I finally embraced it, everything changed. You'll learn: ✅ Why even the simplest stories can be powerful if told the right way. ✅ The #1 mistake most people make when sharing their story (and how to fix it). ✅ A 3-step storytelling framework that makes people feel your message, not just hear it. Your story is more powerful than you think. It's time to tell it with confidence. Get Younger with Lifewave: https://lifewave.com/healthyandwealthy   Stay in touch with Sabine: https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/ On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/SabineKvenberg https://www.youtube.com/@babyboomernationTV  IG: https://www.instagram.com/sabinekvenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabinekvenberg/

Alara Sage, known as The Oracle of Wealth™, helps conscious entrepreneurs transform their energetic blocks into breakthrough wealth by bridging ancient wisdom, quantum mechanics, and business strategy. Her own journey from six-figure success to total loss and profound rebirth uniquely positions her to guide visionary leaders in creating unprecedented wealth alignment. As host of the Wealth Embodied podcast, Alara reveals how today's conscious leaders can harness their creative life force energy to build legacy enterprises that transform both business and humanity. Connect with Alara: https://www.alarasage.com/ https://www.instagram.com/alarasage/   Support this Podcast https://www.podpage.com/become/support/     SOCIAL MEDIA: Website https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/SabineKvenberg IG: https://www.instagram.com/sabinekvenberg/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabinekvenberg/

This week, my guest is the multitalented Annie Korzen, a comedian, actress, writer, and social media star. You might recognize her as Doris Klompus on Seinfeld or as one of the nearly half a million fans enjoying her witty content on TikTok. Today, Annie opens up about her journey, sharing the highs and lows of her career and the inspiring story of how she became a TikTok sensation in her eighties. She is a fantastic storyteller and has been interviewed by Oprah Winfrey, Mario Lopez, and Dr. Phil. Follow Annie: Find Annie's website (and her book!!) here! http://www.anniekorzen.com  Follow Annie Korzen on TikTok @akorzen   To Support our Podcast, please visit: https://www.podpage.com/become/support/   Get in touch: Website https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/SabineKvenberg IG: https://www.instagram.com/sabinekvenberg/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabinekvenberg/ Facebook: Page: https://www.facebook.com/SabineKvenberg Twitter X https://twitter.com/sabinekvenberg

Mirsada Memic's journey from a war-torn childhood to becoming a life coach and motivational speaker is a powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit. Her dedication to helping others heal and transform their lives is truly inspirational.  In this episode, we dive into her inspiring journey of overcoming fear, depression, and limiting beliefs. Mirsada shares her mission to break generational curses and promote joy and happiness while helping others find emotional freedom and inner peace.

Ever wonder why your biggest breakdowns always seem to come right before your biggest breakthroughs? Ready to make 2024's doubts become 2025's victories? Join me as I share how transforming 'can't' into 'can' took me from stage actress to bestselling author and business coach – and how you can make this powerful shift, too.   Want to support this podcast?  Click here   Connect with Sabine https://talktosabine.com Sabine Kvenberg Resources  Social Media Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin Watch on YouTube https://x.com/sabinekvenberg   Connect, Learn, and Grow with "OWWLL". Owwll is a social networking platform that connects people INSTANTLY through private 1-on-1 audio calls. Whether it's personal or business, build rich RELATIONSHIPS by Calling WHO you want, Charging WHAT you want, Connecting WHEN you want!   Apple users, here is the link: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/owwll-instant-1-1-networking/id1604780109 I invite you to enter my invitation code "SK735729" for exclusive access and a FREE $10 to use to call anyone you'd like!= Android users, here is the link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=owwll.com  

    Are you ready to make 2025 your best year yet by unlocking the one skill that can transform your life and business—starting right now? In this solo episode, I take a moment to reflect on 2024—the wins, the challenges, and the lessons that shaped the year. I'll share the tools and strategies that worked for me and how they've helped me grow both personally and professionally. This episode is about gaining clarity, learning from the past, and using those insights to set ourselves up for a successful year ahead. I'm also inviting you to join my free event, “Start 2025 Right.” It's designed to give you a powerful start to the new year with actionable strategies, fresh ideas, and most importantly, an understanding of how to communicate effectively. I truly believe that communication is the key to improving our relationships, growing our businesses, and creating a life we love. Let's kick off 2025 together with intention and purpose. Tune in to this episode, and I'll see you at the event! Reserve your seat:  https://bit.ly/Start2025RightNow Want to support this podcast?  Click here   Connect with Sabine https://talktosabine.com Sabine Kvenberg Resources  Social Media Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin Watch on YouTube https://x.com/sabinekvenberg    

What if joy isn't something you chase but something you create? In this episode, Sabine sits down with Lisa McCourt, bestselling author and founder of Joy School, to uncover the secrets to sustainable happiness. Lisa shares her incredible journey from fear and anxiety to living a life full of joy and how you can do the same by embracing self-compassion and spiritual growth. If you're ready to step into your light and create a life you love, this conversation is for you! Lisa McCourt, a bestselling author, host of the Joy Zone podcast, and founder of Joy School. Lisa has sold over 9 million copies of her books, including Free Your Joy: The 12 Keys to Sustainable Happiness, and has spent two decades teaching spiritual tools for cultivating joy. Lisa shares her journey from an anxious, fearful childhood to discovering spiritual principles that transformed her life. Her passion for psychology and comparative religion led her to study ancient wisdom, including Buddhism and the Tao Te Ching, which became the foundation of her teachings. She credits a divine moment—receiving her first Wayne Dyer book at age 14—as the catalyst for her spiritual exploration. Key Insights from Lisa McCourt: Path to Becoming a Joy Coach: Lisa transitioned from working in children's publishing, where she authored the enduringly popular I Love You, Stinky Face, to leading workshops on creativity. Over time, her workshops evolved to focus on creating joyful lives, which resonated deeply with adults. Self-Compassion Over Self-Esteem: Lisa explains how shifting her focus from achieving self-esteem (which often involves comparison) to practicing self-compassion was pivotal in finding joy and inner peace. She now teaches this principle as part of her Joy School curriculum. Finding Purpose Through Challenges: Lisa emphasizes how even dark moments, such as her lonely and anxious childhood, led her to profound spiritual growth. Her journey was incremental, inspired by books and teachers, and she believes challenges shape our next steps in life. Sabine's Reflections: Sabine draws parallels to her own journey from performing arts to coaching, sharing how her passion for empowering others evolved over time. She highlights how experiences, even unexpected ones, contribute to a meaningful life path. Takeaway Message: Joy is cultivated through self-compassion, spiritual growth, and embracing the lessons of life's challenges. Both Sabine and Lisa inspire listeners to embrace their evolution, step into their light, and help others find joy and fulfillment. Get in touch with Lisa: www.LisaMcCourt.com Want to support this podcast?  Click here   Connect with Sabine https://talktosabine.com Sabine Kvenberg Resources  Social Media Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin Watch on YouTube   Sabine   

In this special Thanksgiving episode, we dive into the transformative power of gratitude and how adopting an "Attitude of Gratitude" can reshape your life, elevate your happiness, and unlock hidden opportunities for growth and connection. More than a feel-good concept, gratitude is a superpower that enhances relationships, fuels resilience and even boosts success. Whether reflecting on the blessings in your life or seeking inspiration to overcome challenges, this episode will show you how to turn gratitude into a daily practice that amplifies joy and abundance. Tune in to discover how simple thankfulness can create profound shifts in every area of your life! My gift to you: A free download of my original song: "Hello Again" go to: https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/music   Want to support this podcast?  Click here   Connect with Sabine https://talktosabine.com Sabine Kvenberg Resources  Social Media Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin Watch the episode on YouTube https://x.com/sabinekvenberg    

Your smile isn't just about looks—it's a gateway to better physical and mental health! In this episode, I share my transformative journey to Costa Rica, where I completed major dental surgery and received life-changing care. I sit down with Dr. Bernal Soto, a master in Cosmetic and Aesthetic Dentistry, to discuss how good oral health can improve your overall well-being, prevent serious health issues, and even boost your confidence. Plus, we explore the incredible benefits of getting high-quality dental care abroad at a fraction of the cost. Don't miss this inspiring and informative conversation! For more information and to contact Dr. Soto and his team, visit: https://www.designdentcr.com/team-member/bernal-soto/   Want to support this podcast?  Click here   Connect with Sabine https://talktosabine.com Sabine Kvenberg Resources  Social Media Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin https://www.youtube.com/SabineKvenberg   

In this episode, we explore the foundational paths to building wealth, emphasizing that financial freedom is within reach for anyone willing to take action. I'll share three key strategies: building a business or becoming an entrepreneur, starting early and investing regularly to benefit from the compound effect, and—our main focus—leveraging cryptocurrency as a fast-track to wealth in today's market. Drawing from my 7 years of crypto experience, I'll dive into how the average person can capitalize on the current bull market, offering practical insights for those ready to seize the latest wealth-building frontier. Want to support this podcast?  Click here Connect with Sabine https://talktosabine.com Sabine Kvenberg Resources  Social Media Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin Watch the episode on YouTube https://x.com/sabinekvenberg

In this inspiring episode, we dive into the transformative power of HOPE. Through a memorable framework, I break down the four key pillars—Happiness, Optimism, Persistence, and Enthusiasm—that make up this bridge of hope, carrying us from where we are now to where we aspire to be. Discover practical insights, powerful metaphors, and actionable steps to strengthen each of these pillars in your life. Whether you're facing challenges or simply seeking more joy, this episode will encourage you to build your own bridge of hope and take meaningful steps toward a brighter future. Want to support this podcast?  Click here   Connect with Sabine https://talktosabine.com Sabine Kvenberg Resources  Social Media Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin Watch the episode on YouTube

What do you do when someone steals your identity? How can you overcome mental stress from an experience that can derail your life? My guest, Dr. Joan Hangarter, became a victim of Identity theft. She shares her experience and what she did to regain her peace of mind. This episode will give you insights into what happens when someone hacks your accounts and, even worse, gets a hold of your social security number. Attorney Paul, also a guest in this episode, gives legal advice and some examples of what can happen when someone else uses your identity. Learn more on Legal Shield and contact information: Dr. Joan Hangarter / Joan of Angels jhangarter.legalshieldassociate.com www.joanofangels.com   Connect with Sabine: Sabine Kvenberg Resources         

Milton affected many of us here in Florida. It even received media coverage in other countries because of its predicted strength as one of the strongest storms in history. I live between Sarasota and Tampa, and our area got the eye of the storm. In this episode, I will share my experience before, during, and after Milton hit the west coast of Florida and what I felt and learned. It made me respect nature, and I no longer take things for granted. I am not a person who is worried about things, but this time, it was different. I respected the weather forecast and the fact that Category 5 Hurricane Milton was on a direct path to us. Hurricane Milton: Resources for Hurrican Relief: https://www.fema.gov/ https://www.flgov.com/2024/10/15/governor-ron-desantis-issues-updates-on-state-response-and-recovery-efforts-for-hurricane-milton-9/ Want to support this podcast?  Click here   Connect with Sabine https://talktosabine.com Sabine Kvenberg Resources  Social Media Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin Watch the episode on YouTube https://x.com/sabinekvenberg

In this episode, Sabine Kvenberg explores the critical importance of finding balance and harmony in life, not just through time management but also by being in alignment with your values and true self. Sabine emphasizes that while balancing time between work, family, and personal life is essential, it's equally important to ensure that your actions and decisions align with who you are at your core. She highlights how being out of alignment can lead to dissatisfaction, sharing a personal example from her own business journey where she felt disconnected from her purpose. Sabine encourages listeners to reflect on their alignment and take steps to harmonize their inner values with their outer actions for greater fulfillment and success. This episode invites you to look beyond calendars and schedules and dive deeper into living authentically, with integrity, and in harmony with your true self. ​ Want to register for Sabine's Free Speaker Academy Pre-Training Series? Click this link to register. For more resources and to follow Sabine: Want to support this podcast?  Click here   Connect with Sabine https://talktosabine.com Sabine Kvenberg Resources  Social Media Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin Watch the episode on YouTube https://x.com/sabinekvenberg

In part 2 of my conversation with Henry-Cameron Allen, we dive into how he discovered his love for writing and directing. He also explains how you can take one idea and turn it into a niche product to fill a need. He is truly living his dream and purpose-driven life in Spain. Whether you're a creative or someone searching for direction, this episode is packed with insights on how to turn your passions into meaningful work. Connect with Henry: https://www.henrycameronallen.org/    Connect with Sabine https://talktosabine.com Sabine Kvenberg Resources  Social Media Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin Watch the episode on YouTube https://x.com/sabinekvenberg    

In this episode, I sit down with Henry-Cameron Allen, Certified Grief and Survival Counselor and host of "The Lost Traveler" podcast. Henry shares his powerful journey of overcoming cancer, living with physical disabilities, and surviving the unimaginable loss of his 13-year-old son. We discuss how to deal with fear, the difference between mourning and grieving, and how to transform life's most devastating experiences into purpose and possibility. Henry's wisdom and unique perspective will inspire you to face fear with courage and turn loss into strength. Connect with Henry: https://www.henrycameronallen.org/    You're so close to getting in on the hottest, new, exclusive Owwll App. Apple users, here is the link: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/owwll-instant-1-1-networking/id1604780109 I invite you to enter my invitation code "SK735729" for exclusive access and a FREE $10 to use to call anyone you'd like! Android users, here is the link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=owwll.com Download now so you don't miss out on the #1 App of 2024!   Connect with Sabine https://talktosabine.com Sabine Kvenberg Resources  Social Media Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin Watch the episode on YouTube https://x.com/sabinekvenberg  

In this episode, we explore the dual aspects of communication that are crucial for leadership—self-communication and communication with others. We dive into the importance of self-awareness, focusing on your strengths, and recognizing areas for growth. You'll learn why what you focus on expands and how honing in on your strengths can propel you forward. Additionally, we discuss how the way you communicate with others can significantly impact your leadership journey. Tune in to discover actionable tips to enhance your communication skills and elevate your leadership potential. Learn more about our Empowered Community here: Want to support this podcast?  Click here   Connect with Sabine https://talktosabine.com Sabine Kvenberg Resources  Social Media Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin Watch the episode on YouTube https://x.com/sabinekvenberg

Guest Jason Hill, the founder of the new Owwll App, shares his journey, why he developed the app, the ups and downs he encountered, and his mission to empower entrepreneurs. Find out how to connect more effectively, leveling the playing field in today's digital world. You're so close to getting in on the hottest, new, exclusive Owwll App. Apple users, here is the link: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/owwll-instant-1-1-networking/id1604780109 Android users, here is the link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=owwll.com I invite you to enter my invitation code "SK735729" for exclusive access and a FREE $10 to use to call anyone you'd like! In this episode of Become Empowered, Jason Hill, the founder of the innovative app Owwll, joins us to discuss how entrepreneurs and professionals can grow their networks faster and more effectively than ever before. Jason shares his personal entrepreneurial journey, the challenges he faced, and why he created Owwll. We dive deep into how the app's instant 1-on-1 private audio calls break down barriers, allowing users to connect with the people they want—when they want. This episode is a game-changer for anyone looking to build meaningful connections in a proactive and relaxed way without the noise of traditional social media. Want to support this podcast?  Click here   Connect with Sabine https://talktosabine.com Sabine Kvenberg Resources  Social Media Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin Watch the episode on YouTube https://x.com/sabinekvenberg    

Strong By Design - How we can take charge of our lives. We all can become strong and healthy by designing our lives accordingly. Chris Wilson, host of the podcast Strong By Design, shares his insights and experiences on achieving both physical and mental strength. He offered practical life improvement tips and discussed his journey as a strength coach. Chris emphasized the importance of staying strong and healthy into our golden years and explored the concept of failing your way to success. He highlighted how exercise benefits not only our muscles but also our minds, illustrating the deep connection between physical workouts and mental resilience. This episode is a valuable listen for anyone looking to feel independent and strong and maintain their health. He also shares his failures in life and how he dealt with them.   Support this podcast   Strong by Design Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@strongbydesignpodcast4492     StrongByDesignPodcast.com strongbydesignpodcast.com Instagram: instagram.com/strongbydesignpodcast Sabine's guest episode on Chris's podcast:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAI0CSNUHb8&t=1073s   Stay in touch: Connect with Sabine https://talktosabine.com Sabine Kvenberg Resources  Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin Watch the episode on YouTube      

In my recent interview with Jeff Savage, we delved into his multifaceted career as a voice actor, author, and marathon runner. Jeff shared insights into his journey from working in the film and music industries in Hollywood to establishing his own voice-over studio, Jeff Savage VO Studio, where he serves clients worldwide. A significant portion of the conversation revolved around Jeff's passion for health and fitness, which led him to become an avid marathon runner and OCR athlete. These experiences were the inspiration behind his book "Savage Resilience: Conquer Adversity and Be Your Own Hero," in which he explores the theme of overcoming challenges and becoming one's own hero. Jeff also co-authored "The Musical Imprint," with both books achieving #1 Bestseller status on Amazon. Jeff emphasized the importance of resilience in life, using marathon running as a metaphor for achieving long-term goals. https://jeffsavageonline.com https://www.instagram.com/jeffsavagefit/   Want to support this podcast?  Click here   Stay in touch with Sabine: Connect with Sabine Sabine Kvenberg Resources  Sabine's #1 bestselling book Become Empowered    

In this episode, Sabine Kvenberg interviews Veronica Yager, director of Journey Bound Publishing, to uncover the secrets of publishing success. Discover the essential marketing strategies that Veronica employs, including the creation of compelling bonuses and the utilization of Amazon's 'look inside' feature. Gain insights into the pros and cons of traditional versus self-publishing and learn why effective marketing is crucial for authors. Veronica also shares her personal journey of starting a business with limited resources, the importance of mentorship, and how she leverages books for business success. Whether you're an aspiring author or a seasoned writer, this episode is packed with valuable tips to help you navigate the publishing world and achieve your business goals. Download the FREE E-book on Amazon (You don't need a Kindle; You can read it on any device) Self-Publishing Blueprint Let me help you start your entrepreneurial journey or scale your current business. Schedule a call with me to discover your next step. TalktoSabine Sabine Kvenberg Resources  Follow Sabine on Social Media: Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin Watch the episode on YouTube  

Every 4th of July, we celebrate Independence Day in the US with fireworks, barbecues, and patriotic parades. But have you ever paused to ask yourself what independence truly means? Are we genuinely independent, or are we more interconnected than we realize? Want to support this podcast?  Click here   Connect with Sabine https://talktosabine.com Sabine Kvenberg Resources  BECOME Podcast  Sabine Kvenberg on X Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin Watch the episode on YouTube   Summary: Independence is a cornerstone of American identity, symbolized by our annual celebration of Independence Day. This holiday commemorates the nation's break from British rule, but in today's complex world, the concept of independence warrants deeper exploration. Independence often implies self-sufficiency and freedom from external control. However, modern society operates on a foundation of interdependence, where individuals and nations rely on each other for resources, support, and collaboration. From our globalized economy to our social networks, we are intricately connected, raising the question of whether true independence is attainable or even desirable. Reflecting on my personal journey, I realized early on that entrepreneurship was my path to a more independent life. By becoming a business owner, I aimed to take control of my destiny, make my own decisions, and shape my future according to my vision. The road to entrepreneurship has been filled with challenges and rewards, each step reinforcing the delicate balance between independence and interdependence. As we honor the spirit of independence this July, let's also appreciate the strength found in our connections. Independence and interdependence are not mutually exclusive; rather, they are complementary forces that, when balanced, can lead to a fulfilling and empowered life.

After decades of trying to be a good person and doing all the right things, Diana ended up exhausted, discouraged, and didn't enjoy life at all. Desperate to figure it out, she went back to school, got multiple certifications, learned from experts in psychology and coaching, and ultimately created her own mind renewal tool that changed every aspect of her life for the better! Today, Diana is on a mission to empower thousands of women to learn how to love life no matter what comes their way! Diana Swillinger is host of The Renew Your Mind Podcast, a business coach, an advanced certified life coach and founder of the Renew Your Mind Institute Coach Certification program. www.rympodcast.com  Instagram @dianaswillinger   Grab your copy of Become Empowered here   Connect with Sabine Kvenberg:  Sabine Kvenberg Resources  BECOME Podcast  Sabine Kvenberg on X Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin Watch the episode on YouTube

“We are all born with heroic hearts and with dreams of doing and becoming.” I had a great conversation with David in which he shared his story of how he overcame those challenging moments and what he applied to get into a peaceful state of mind that led him to follow his soul's calling.    About David: David Ask: A standout in the world of entrepreneurship and product development. David is the driving force behind StatGuardPlus.com, a product showcased in over 3,000 retail giants like The Home Depot and Lowe's. Alongside this success, he spearheads two mastermind groups under the prestigious "ISI Mastermind" banner. David is passionate about personal growth, overcoming obstacles and dialing in on uniqueness of purpose. David is the lead coach for Dr. Andy Garrett's True North Blueprint which helps people become the most resilient people on earth. In his spare time, David sings on stages all over the country. David's voice has been compared to Andrea Bocelli and Josh Groban.   https://www.davidask.com/ David is a coach and entrepreneur - David's first product is now in over 3700 stores - he can be reached at DavidAsk.com and emailed at hello@davidask.com StatGuardPlus.com   To support this podcast you can buy Sabine a cup of coffee :)   Stay in touch: Sabine Kvenberg Resources  BECOME Podcast  Sabine Kvenberg on X (Twitter) Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin Watch the episode on YouTube  

In today's episode, I share my personal experience of being scammed, having my Facebook account permanently disabled, and almost losing access to my Amazon account. I discuss the tricks scammers used to gain access to my accounts and money. Despite the convenience of social media, AI, and fast virtual connections, genuine human interaction has diminished, leaving us feeling isolated despite our numerous online connections. The episode explores the irony of our modern connectivity, the frustration of social media ads, and the challenge of cutting through the digital noise for businesses. As an entrepreneur, I emphasize the importance of face-to-face interactions for meaningful connections and business growth. I share my realization that in the pursuit of global clients, we often overlook opportunities within our local communities, leading to minimal success and mental stress from online business practices. My recent ordeal with Facebook, where my account was disabled without clear explanation, pushed me to shift focus to platforms I control, such as in-person events and other people's stages. The episode highlights the necessity of regaining control over our platforms and building personal connections. I provide practical advice on how to avoid scams, rebuild a sense of community, and create impactful business connections. Key Takeaways Control Your Platform: Don't rely solely on Facebook or Instagram for prospects and community building. These platforms can shut you down at any time, leaving you without control. Be Cautious with Online Searches: Avoid Googling contact information, as scammers use SEO and Google ads to appear legitimate. Always verify contact details from trusted sources. Human Interaction Matters: Reconnect with your community through real human interactions. This can help reduce feelings of isolation and foster meaningful relationships. Leverage Local Opportunities: While global outreach is beneficial, don't overlook the potential within your immediate community. Local connections can be powerful and rewarding. Create and Utilize Stages: Build your own platform and seize opportunities to share your story on others' platforms, such as podcasts or live events. This helps create authentic connections and expand your reach. By implementing these strategies, you can enhance your business's success and personal well-being while minimizing the risk of falling victim to scams.     4o

A must-listen-to episode if you want to improve the quality of your life. Craig Goldberg is a Technologist & Relaxation Expert on a quest to help humanity achieve a deeper sense of inner calmness through the use of sound and vibration. His work as a Certified Vibroacoustic Therapy Practitioner is backed by 45+ years of research. A patented inventor; Craig is constantly exploring new ways to help people reduce stress and anxiety, improve their health, and transform their lives for the better. Connect with Craig on Instagram Get a special Discount on his products using this link   Connect with Sabine Kvenberg:  Sabine Kvenberg Resources  BECOME Podcast  Sabine Kvenberg on Facebook Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin Watch the episode on YouTube  

In this episode, bestselling author Anne Moke shares her story of losing her eyesight but gaining the opportunity of a lifetime.   Follow Anne on IG: https://www.instagram.com/purposeinview/  Get the Book Become Empowered: Echoes of Grace and Strength on Amazon:  https://amzn.to/3U1Iv3d  

Do you find it tough to speak up assertively at work? Let's dig into the power of courage for effective leadership. In my recent chat with Ivna Curi, we uncovered how cultivating courage can be a game-changer in assertive communication. Ivna shared her own journey and stressed that confidence is a skill that can be developed. Get ready to cultivate courage and learn strategies for speaking up in the workplace. In this episode, you will learn how to: Master assertive communication skills for professional success and confidence in the workplace Navigate and thrive in psychologically unsafe environments through effective communication tactics Cultivate the courage needed to lead with impact and influence through powerful communication strategies Overcome barriers to assertive communication and unlock your full potential as a communicator Discover effective strategies for speaking up in the workplace and making your voice heard. Get in touch: Ivan Curi: http://www.assertiveway.com/   Sabine Kvenberg: Empowered Women On Purpose Connect with Sabine Kvenberg:  Sabine Kvenberg Resources  Follow her: Sabine Kvenberg on Facebook Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin Sabine Kvenberg on YouTube     My special guest is Ivna Curi Ivna Curi, a prominent figure in assertive communication, is dedicated to amplifying voices and empowering individuals to speak up unapologetically. With a technical background, international experience, and a Forbes contributor, Ivna offers valuable insights on speaking up in psychologically unsafe environments and overcoming barriers to assertive communication. As a TEDx speaker, Ivna's expertise extends to cultivating courage for effective leadership, providing professionals with practical strategies for navigating workplace communication challenges. With a focus on fostering confidence and effectiveness, Ivna's contributions are indispensable for professionals looking to enhance their communication skills in the workplace. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:01 - Introduction to Ivna Curi and her mission 00:02:53 - The Impact of Cultural Diversity on Communication 00:06:00 - Virtual Communication Challenges and Solutions 00:11:35 - Overcoming Communication Challenges in the Workplace 00:16:36 - Empowering Professionals to Speak Up 00:17:33 - The Importance of Speaking Up 00:18:13 - The Core Ethos of Assertive Communication 00:20:13 - Cultivating Courage and Assertive Communication Skills 00:22:38 - Effective Communication Strategies 00:25:12 - Accessing Resources and Further Learning 

The 100th episode of the Become Podcast celebrates wisdom and transformation. Over the past two years, Sabine has interviewed various experts who share valuable insights and advice gained from their life experiences. This special edition episode compiles excerpts from these interviews, offering a treasure trove of actionable advice and perspectives that can inspire personal and professional growth. Our 100th episode features a diverse array of guests, including Dana Agnellini, Chris Krimitsos, Wally Green, Susan Gold, Brendan Kumasami, Dai Manuel, Zach White, Chancellor Jackson, Melissa Minich Binkley, J. K. Emezi, Derek Johnson, Roderick Leonard, and Rene Marino. Each guest brings a unique perspective on personal growth, resilience, overcoming challenges, finding purpose, and embracing change, creating a rich tapestry of insights. From stories of shedding old identities to embracing the spirit of adventure, from learning to embrace imperfection to finding courage in vulnerability, these snippets cover a broad spectrum of topics. They are relevant to anyone seeking transformation and fulfillment in their lives and careers, underlining the episode's universal appeal. The episode underscores the power of listening, self-awareness, resilience, and the importance of introspection and relaxation in fostering creativity and well-being. Through these expert insights and personal stories, listeners are encouraged to explore new perspectives, take bold actions, and live authentically aligned with their passions and values. The episode also invites listeners to dive deeper into specific interviews that resonate with them, providing a wealth of knowledge and inspiration for continued personal and professional development.   Important Links Support this Podcast: https://www.podpage.com/become/support/ https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/resources  https://bit.ly/Kajabi_30daysfree https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/Reduce_Stress-Elevate_Success https://calendly.com/coachsabine/connect-with-sabine   Follow me on Social Media IG: https://www.instagram.com/sabinekvenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabinekvenberg/ Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/SabineKvenberg Twitter X: https://twitter.com/sabinekvenberg              

Discover the surprising journey of two best friends turned business partners who ventured into the world of mushrooms and created the first-ever mushroom gummies. From kitchen experiments to business therapy, their story is a testament to the power of personal growth in business success. But what's the unexpected twist that almost took down their company entirely? Find out how their unique approach to communication and the surprising benefits of mushrooms transformed their lives and business. Keep reading to uncover the surprising correlation between their personal conflicts and business success. In this episode, you will be able to: Discover the secrets to starting a successful business with family members. Uncover the surprising benefits of incorporating mushroom supplements into your wellness routine. Overcome the toughest challenges in entrepreneurship with expert tips and strategies. Explore the importance of business partnership therapy for improved collaboration and success. Learn how to create and grow a thriving wellness company even during the challenges of COVID.   Get your Gummie Mushrooms here Become Empowered Book   Connect with Steph and Jake: www.trytroop.com IG: @trytroop TT: @trytroop   Connect with Sabine: https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/resources  Sabine Kvenberg on Facebook Sabine Kvenberg on Instagram Sabine Kvenberg on Linkedin Sabine Kvenberg on YouTube BECOME Podpage     My special guest is Stephanie Moyal, Jake Mellman Stephanie Moyal and Jake Mellman, the co-founders of a wellness company, have delved into the world of mushroom supplements with a focus on creating impactful products. Their journey from growing mushrooms in a home closet to crafting the first-ever mushroom gummies in the USA reflects their dedication to innovation and wellness. Stephanie's intrigue into the health benefits of mushrooms, coupled with Jake's resilience during a challenging period, prompted them to explore the potential of mushrooms in reducing stress, boosting energy, and enhancing brain function. Their commitment to sourcing the best mushrooms in America underscores their expertise in the field, offering valuable insights into the benefits of mushroom supplements and product development. Stephanie and Jake's foray into the wellness industry provides aspiring entrepreneurs with a case study in building successful business partnerships and developing products that resonate with consumers. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 - The Challenges of Starting a Business 00:02:16 - The Birth of Trope and Mushroom Growing 00:08:06 - Transitioning from Hobby to Business 00:11:22 - The Gummy-Making Process 00:15:36 - Financial Sacrifices and Brand Development 00:16:26 - Finding the Right Branding and Storytelling 00:19:36 - Overcoming Challenges in Business 00:25:05 - Importance of Communication and Growth 00:27:14 - Connecting with Try Troop 00:29:16 - Embracing Mushrooms as Natural Medicine 

In this special episode, Sabine delves into the origins and impact of her podcast, which ultimately led to the creation of her best-selling book, "Become Empowered: Echoes of Grace and Strength." Sabine shares a personal story about how the recurring word "become" awakened her at 3 AM, serving as a catalyst for both the podcast and her book. The episode offers a deep dive into Sabine's journey of self-discovery, the power of storytelling, and the transformative experiences of various women who contributed to her book. Sabine explains how a meeting with a colleague sparked the idea of using her podcast as a platform to share powerful stories of personal growth and resilience. Highlighting key events, such as speaking at the PodFest Expo and the subsequent creation of her podcast, Sabine emphasizes the importance of communication and connections in achieving one's creative and personal goals. Get in touch: Get your copy of Become Empowered: https://amzn.to/3U1Iv3d Free Resources: https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/resources Empowered Women on Purpose Call: https://calendly.com/coachsabine/ewopcall    Follow Sabine on Social Media: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/SabineKvenberg IG: https://www.instagram.com/sabinekvenberg/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabinekvenberg/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SabineKvenberg Twitter X https://twitter.com/sabinekvenberg   Transcript: [00:00:00] Podcasts, books, and you. This episode will be quite different than all the previous ones. First of all, we will talk about those three things. Now you might wonder, what do I have to do with this? Well, let's wait and see. Well, let's begin with, So in today's episode, I will share with you how this podcast came about and how through this podcast the book Become empowered echoes of grace and strength real life stories Of women's transformation and triumph. And that book was released last week and became a bestseller. So let's stay tuned, and let's hear [00:01:00] the whole story. It all began when I was waking up in the middle of the night. Well, actually it was in the morning. It was three o'clock in the morning. And then this one word came through my mind again and again, become, become, become. I had to get up and write it down. I didn't know at that point that this will become a podcast and that this will turn into a book and that this also impacted you. So let's step back a little bit. I had a visit from a colleague and we kind of brainstormed together how we want to move forward with our online business. And it was such a great, great meeting but throughout that meeting, I [00:02:00] was sharing part of my story and I was singing a song to her Her eyes were getting this big. And she said, Sabine, you must share this. And then she asked me, what is it that I was teaching? What is it? What is the message that I wanted to share? And I said very clearly, we have to become the person we are meant to be to live the life we are destined to live. And that eventually became my tagline for this podcast, because I truly believe that there is greatness within each one of us. And I even wrote a book about it, or not about that, but rather, about the fact that we can [00:03:00] unlock that full potential that is within. So that's how it all began. And then now I found myself getting up early in the morning, become, become. And that's when I knew I have to start a podcast. You see, during that meeting with my friend, she also shared her story and It was a very empowering story of overcoming adversity, of overcoming divide. And I thought to myself, wow, a lot of people go through challenging times and they need to know that they are not alone, that other people went through the same or similar things and that there is always a way. a way out. There's always a light at the end of the tunnel. And so I wanted to share [00:04:00] that. Five years earlier, I met Chris Kremitsos, who is the CEO and founder of the PodFest Expo. Back then he invited me to attend the PodFest and I did. And I started a podcast right there and then, however, it was out of excitement and I'm this type of personality that, Ooh, I love challenges. I love new things. I love to create. So I created a podcast right there on PodFest or during PodFest, but of course I didn't have The why behind it, I wasn't quite sure why I started it and what the results I want to achieve with this podcast. And so when life stepped in, I abandoned that podcast. Nevertheless, Chris [00:05:00] stayed in touch with me and eventually he invited me to speak at the virtual podfest that now was only virtual because of the pandemic that happened. And then eventually I was invited to speak at the first in person event again. And that was actually exactly at the same time when I had this meeting with my friend and I had that epiphany of become and I knew then I needed to start that podcast. A few weeks after I attended the in person Podfest Expo where I spoke, I launched the first episode of Become. And that was almost two years ago, and that was in June of 2022 to [00:06:00] be precise. And ever since I had weekly episodes that I released, I interviewed individuals from all walks of lives who shared their experiences, their stories of overcoming adversities. And I mean, All kinds of adversities. And very soon this podcast became very popular and people wanted to share their stories, but I possibly couldn't get everybody on the podcast. So I thought, what else can I do? What is another outlet where can share stories? And that's when the idea was Bo born of creating a book. And I wanted to create a book in which I share my story, but also other people's stories. [00:07:00] And so I just put out the word. And what happened was very remarkable. People were excited to share their stories. And I started interviewing different individuals, and it turned out to be women that were drawn to this book project. And I curated 12 amazing women with 12 amazing stories that are so different from each other. And that turned into a book with the title, Um, Um, Become Empowered, Echoes of Grace and Strength, Real Life Stories of Women's Transformation and Triumph. And that book was released last week and became [00:08:00] an Amazon bestseller. Wow, I mean, this was an amazing journey, not only because I was able to share these stories, but also what happened through the journey of working together with these amazing women. You see, through the process of writing their stories, awful things started to happen in their lives. For some, it was a healing process. going through that story, sharing their story. Others, it started a new business. It started a new opportunity. I mean, I couldn't even have imagined what all happened through that process when I [00:09:00] began with it. And it was such a heartwarming and amazing, amazing experience for me as well. So now you may ask, Where do I come in? Well, you already have been sprinkled throughout what I have been sharing this far with you. Let me recap. First of all, you are here listening. That means you are a subscriber. You are a subscriber to this podcast. Perhaps this is the first episode that you listened to, and you listened to it because you bought the book. So you perhaps are a reader, or you are one of the podcast guests that I had in the [00:10:00] past, or you are one of the co authors. Or you are a fellow podcaster who was just drawn to this episode, or perhaps you have been following me on my social media, or you are in my universe one way or another. And perhaps, listen, perhaps you are being featured on my podcast in the future, or you are being featured in my next book. You see, there are so many connections and so many intertwines of things and situations and meetings. That is really fascinating to me. And that's why I entitled this episode, podcasts, books, and you, because on one level or another, [00:11:00] we all are connected. And once we realize that, we know that connections are the heart of everything. Connections and the communication is powerful. And when you combine those You can create anything. You can create podcast episodes. You can create a book. You can create blog posts. You can create whatever you want to create in your life. With the right communication and with the right connections. And I hope that you stay tuned, that you continue listening to this podcast and give some feedback. And I also hope that you get inspired to start something new [00:12:00] or to create something new, or just simply expand on what you already have. And if you feel you need more clarity on that. By all means. Get in touch with me. We can set up a complimentary session and I can perhaps help you get that clarity. Just go to talktosabine. com and schedule a time on my calendar. I am committed to help entrepreneurs to communicate better, to get their message out. And one way to do it is to know exactly who you are. where you are right now and have a clear vision to where you want to go because only with a clear vision [00:13:00] can we get the results that we want. The good book said without vision people will perish and if you translate that to your life, if I translate that to my life, I know I have to have a continuous vision for my life in order to experience my life to the fullest because if not, I might not perish from the earth tomorrow. I may, because we never know when it's our time, but by that it's, It was meant to perish from making a difference, perish from connecting with other people, perish from sharing your gifts and talents. And for those of you who know me, you know how passionate I am sharing [00:14:00] your gifts given to you by your creator, using the talent that you have to make a difference. I have done that all my life at the beginning, not consciously at the beginning. It was purely because I wanted to do what I love, not thinking about the impact that I made. So you see, I wanted to become an actress. I love to sing and perform and dance, but little did I know back then that it turned into a much greater vision. And you don't have to start with that bigger vision. Just a small one for you that you want to pursue right now. And once I was done with my career as a stage and TV actress, then it turned to becoming a director. And then it turned into becoming [00:15:00] a business owner, an entrepreneur, and a coach and a mentor. And I made a difference in so many young people's and adults lives. But the most important part, I always listened to that inner voice that we all have. What is next? What is mine to do? What am I here for? What is the next thing that I am called to do? And throughout my career as a performing arts studio owner, I was also developing something else. I started writing music. to the local church. And by the way, that is the story that I share in my book. become empowered, echoes of grace and strength, how I stepped into that next [00:16:00] calling. And when I finally did, it turned into creating more music, producing a CD, actually a couple, and sharing my musical message with the world. And then later on combining it with my message and with my teachings and my coaching that I do today. So this is what I wanted to share with you today, the story behind how everything started, how the podcast came about, how the book came about, but it just didn't start with just one thing. It's a chain of things. It's a chain of experiences. It's a chain of choices that we made. [00:17:00] And if I hadn't made the choice when I was a young adult to change careers from a desk job to becoming an actress. I don't know if I would be here today and recording this very episode. It's because all experiences and all choices are leading to the next. So my friend, I wish for you that You get the clarity, and if not, seek clarity, however it looks like for you. Find a mentor, or give me a call, or schedule a call on my calendar, and then start the process. No matter where you are, you don't have to figure it out. It doesn't have to be perfect. It wasn't perfect for me when I first [00:18:00] started out and figured it out. That is where you have to start because there is greatness within you. You have a gift, you have talent, use it. to make a difference. And if you enjoyed this episode today, I truly appreciate if you would take the time to go wherever you listen to the podcast, give us a five star. rating, and leave a short review. This helps to get the podcast out to more people. And of course, please share it with your friends or share it on social media. I appreciate it. I appreciate your support. Thank you. And last but not least in the show notes is the link to get your copy of Become [00:19:00] Empowered Echoes of Grace and Strength. And I hope you get inspired and be entertained reading these stories and perhaps it makes a difference to you. in your life, and you might want to even give it as a gift to a loved one. And if you listen to this episode right now, Mother's Day is just around the corner. So it turned out to be a great Mother's Day gift for sure. Thank you again. And until we see each other again, or you hear me again, always remember, Serve from the heart, follow your passion and live the life you imagine.

Want to discover a life-changing journey that leads to increased self-awareness and resilience, making a positive impact? Ready to embrace your unique journey and gifts? I'll be sharing the solution so that you can achieve this empowering result. Get ready to embark on a transformational experience from page to purpose! In this episode, you will be able to: Discover how personal stories of overcoming adversity can inspire and empower your own journey. Explore effective strategies for achieving your life goals and creating a fulfilling path forward. Uncover the transformative benefits of using writing as a tool for self-discovery and personal growth. Learn about the profound impact of grief on personal transformation and resilience. Understand the crucial importance of communication in fostering and sustaining personal growth and empowerment. Become our VIP Guest: https://bit.ly/becomebooklaunch   My special guest is Rosalyn Rourke Renowned psychotherapist and best-selling author, Rosalyn Rourke, brings a wealth of experience in mental health and trauma therapy to the table. Her journey from unexpected loss to empowerment has been a source of inspiration for many seeking resilience and self-discovery. As a contributing author in Sabine Kvenberg's upcoming book, "Become Empowered: Echoes of Grace and Strength," Rosalyn's unique perspective on quantum belonging offers a profound understanding of personal growth and transformation. Through her collaborative work with Sabine, Rosalyn continues to impact the lives of individuals, guiding them on their path to embracing their unique gifts and overcoming life's adversities. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:01 - Introduction 00:02:07 - Overcoming Tragedy and Finding Belonging 00:03:06 - Book Project Experience 00:10:02 - Mastermind Collaboration and Intuitive Communication 00:20:23 - Following Intuition and Embracing Personal Insight 00:20:38 - The Power of Communication and Understanding Oneself 00:21:49 - Embracing the Ordinary 00:23:37 - Finding the Gift in Every Situation 00:26:07 - Giving Back and Making a Difference 00:27:49 - Taking Action and Making an Impact   

Are you ready to hear about someone who followed the footsteps of Arnold Schwarzenegger in a totally unexpected way? Angela's story of leaving her home country to move to the United States without speaking English is a powerful tale of resilience, transformation, and empowerment. But here's the twist – she didn't follow in Arnold's movie or political career footsteps. Instead, Angela carved her own path as a female equivalent to Arnold in the fitness world. Her journey from a successful banker in Germany to becoming a health coach and personal trainer in the US is a testament to the transformative power of mindset and holistic approach to fitness and health. And the most unexpected part? How she secured her green card will leave you in awe. Stay tuned to hear Angela's extraordinary journey and be inspired to reach your own aspirations. In this episode, you will be able to: Maximize Your Health and Vitality with Muscle-Building Strategies Embrace Change and Thrive in Your New Country and Career Overcome Life's Challenges Through the Power of Fitness Transform Your Life with the Support and Guidance You Need Achieve Your Personal and Professional Goals with Proven Strategies   The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:01 - Introducing Angela Beyer 00:03:53 - Angela's Health and Fitness Focus 00:07:27 - Angela's Journey in the United States 00:14:30 - Overcoming Challenges in a New Country 00:17:45 - From Passion to Profession 00:18:15 - Overcoming Work Visa Hurdles 00:21:26 - The Journey to Miss Universe 00:24:16 - Transition to Personal Training 00:26:16 - Biggest Success and Passion    Learn more about Empowered Women on Purpose https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/EmpoweredWomen Resources: https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/resources     Get in touch with Angela: IG: https://www.instagram.com/healthcoachangela Website: https://www.houseofshape.com/  

Uncover the unexpected connection between storytelling and empowerment and how it could transform your life and business. This surprising twist will challenge your perspective and leave you eager to dive into the power of your own story. Ready to unlock the key to fulfillment and purpose? Stay tuned for an eye-opening revelation that could change everything. In this episode of the BECOME podcast, host Sabine Kvenberg engages in a powerful conversation with guest Alison Bladh, delving into the transformative influence of storytelling and the pursuit of passion in both personal and professional spheres. Alison, a contributing author to Sabine's new book, Become Empowered, shares her personal journey, emphasizing the profound impact of aligning one's work with their passions. Through heartfelt anecdotes and meaningful insights, the episode highlights the cathartic and empowering nature of storytelling, inspiring listeners to embrace their own narratives as a catalyst for growth. The engaging dialogue between Sabine and Alison underscores the significance of resilience, purpose, and the positive impact of sharing and learning from personal experiences. With a focus on empowerment and fulfillment, this episode offers a valuable perspective on embracing storytelling as a tool for personal growth and living a purpose-driven life, making it a must-listen for creative individuals seeking empowerment through storytelling and a desire to make a positive impact.,In this episode of the BECOME podcast, host Sabine Kvenberg engages in a captivating conversation with guest Alison Bladh, a contributing author to Sabine's new book, Become Empowered. The episode delves into the transformative influence of storytelling and the pursuit of passion in both personal and professional spheres. Alison shares her personal journey, emphasizing the profound impact of aligning one's work with their passions. Through heartfelt anecdotes and meaningful insights, the episode highlights the cathartic and empowering nature of storytelling, inspiring listeners to embrace their own narratives as a catalyst for growth. The engaging dialogue between Sabine and Alison underscores the significance of resilience, purpose, and the positive impact of sharing and learning from personal experiences. With a focus on empowerment and fulfillment, this episode offers a valuable perspective on embracing storytelling as a tool for personal growth and living a purpose-driven life, making it a must-listen for creative individuals seeking empowerment through storytelling and a desire to make a positive impact. Challenges can indeed morph into opportunities, and in the face of hardship, there lies the potential for immense growth and evolution. In this episode, you will be able to: Unleash your personal power through the art of storytelling. Master the art of transforming your experiences into compelling stories. Discover effective strategies for conquering life's challenges and thriving. Cultivate personal and professional empowerment for a fulfilling life. Learn the secrets to successfully launching a book with multiple contributing authors.   My special guest is Alison Bladh Alison Bladh, an accomplished author featured in Sabine Kvenberg's upcoming book "Become Empowered," brings a moving and empowering story to the podcast. In her contribution titled "Through Tears and Triumph: A Journey of Healing and Empowerment," Alison shares her inspiring journey of resilience and self-discovery. Through her writing, Alison delves into the depths of adversity, portraying a tale of strength and purpose. Her unique international background and compelling storytelling make her an invaluable guest for today's discussion on the impact of storytelling on personal growth and empowerment. Alison's narrative resonates with diverse audiences, offering a perspective that fosters inspiration and strength in the face of life's challenges. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:01 - Introduction to the Become podcast 00:00:55 - New Book Release 00:04:03 - The Power of Storytelling 00:08:32 - Book Launch and VIP Guest List 00:21:50 - Serving from the Heart 00:23:15 - Pursuing Your Passion 00:25:40 - Living the Imagined Life 00:27:10 - Embracing Authenticity 00:28:45 - Final Thoughts   Join the VIP guest list for the book launch on April 24 by clicking the link below. This will give you the opportunity to be part of a special launch party, receive signed autographs, and have the chance to win prizes. https://www.sabinekvenberg.com/become-book-launch  Learn more about Empowered Women on Purpose, a transformative program designed for women ready to unleash their full potential and make a difference in the world. Click the link in the show notes to take the first step towards creating a life and business you love. TalktoSabine.com Join the Facebook group Become Empowered to stay updated and connected. https://www.facebook.com/groups/becomeempowered    Connect with Alison Bladh on social media by searching for her name or visiting her website, alisonbladh.com, for more information about the book launch and other updates. https://www.instagram.com/alisonbladh   Transcription 00:00:01              Welcome to the Become podcast. My name is Sabine Kvenberg, founder of Impact Communication Coaching. In this podcast, we talk about how to become empowered in our personal and business lives. I feature interviews with successful individuals from various industries who discuss their professional and personal journeys, how they overcame adversities and the strategies they used to achieve their goals. We must become the person we are meant to be, to live the life we are destined to live.          00:00:38              The content will inspire you to reach your aspirations and become the best version of yourself. Thanks for tuning in and supporting this. Podcast and dont forget to follow our. Show so you wont miss when we. Release a new episode.          00:00:55              And as always, we appreciate if you can give us a five star rating and leave a review without any further ado. Now let's dive into the show. Hello and welcome. Today is April 4, 2024 and spring is in the air. And you know what happened in spring.          00:01:18              It's something new, something fresh, things are developing, flowers are sprouting, and there is a new beginning. In many, many instances, we look forward to new, exciting things to come into our lives. And one of the exciting things I want to share with you today, my new book become empowered, that will be released this month. On April 24, to be precise. That book came out of a long development and working together with twelve amazing contributing authors who shared their real life story.          00:02:09              In this book, including the one that I am sharing, we have 13 empowering stories that will not only entertain, but it will also help you understand. Oh wow. I'm not alone here. It's not just me that experiencing hardship and hard times, no, many others have gone before me and have experienced that and they share how they overcame it, their share their transformations and triumphs. And we hope that by sharing those stories you will inspired.          00:02:55              So today I actually want to talk about the power of stories and I have a surprise guest today who will share her experience by writing down her story and sharing the story publicly in this book. And when I work with my clients, I cannot emphasize enough how important stories are. We as human beings are hardwired to tell stories, to listen to stories, and to learn from stories. And if you are an entrepreneur, you know when you can share your message through a powerful story, you are able to transform more lives by teaching through stories. And you will also realize that you can connect with your ideal audience in a more powerful way.          00:04:03              And you also will realize that when you can share your story more effectively, you can turn prospects into clients. And when you have more clients, when you are able to help more people, you can make a bigger impact so stories have something profound. They share an experience. And we all love a good story, either reading it in a book, listening to it on a podcast, or in an audiobook, or watch a story unfold on tv or in a movie. You see, when you understand the power of stories and when you implement that into your life, either as an entrepreneur or even in your personal life, if you have to communicate with your loved ones, with your children, with your spouse, with your friends, with your neighbors, when you know how to communicate better.          00:05:08              And sometimes incorporating a little story will help people understand you better. And that's what this podcast is about. We have to become empowered. We have to become better communicators. We have to become a better version of ourselves.          00:05:28              And the more we learn, the better we can do that. So I wanted to share the labor of love of this particular book. When I started this project, I had. An idea, I had a vision. That was it.          00:05:51              I didn't realize how much bigger this project became. First of all, the twelve other women who share together with me the stories in this book became good friends. Actually, we collaborated together through email, through zooms, and I learned their stories. And of course, me being the first one who read it was very humbling. It was a humbling experience.          00:06:31              And I realized that these women opened their heart through their stories. And especially sharing those publicly with you in this book is very powerful. And I saw that there was so much more we can learn from each other than just staying in our own circle of friends and family and circle of influence when we open up and read more, listen more, share more, we have more influence in this world. And all of us, we hope that we are able to make a difference in other people's lives, perhaps in your life, when you listen to those stories. And I personally want to invite you to of course, buy this book.          00:07:39              But first of all, become part of this experience and you can by joining our vip guest list. So you are going to be invited to a very special launch party that we have on April 24. I will have a link in the show notes that you can become part of that journey and being part of that vip guest list, you have the opportunity to get signed autographs and you will also have the opportunity to win prizes. Because of course, there are always some. Perks that will help get more people excited for this book launch.          00:08:32              Here we go. We are launching there too. But it's the book launch. Yes. English is not my first language and sometimes words are being so similar or written so similar.          00:08:44              So how is it not being pronounced? And just for your information, German in that respect is much easier. It might be harder grammatically, but reading you just read as it is written. It is pronounced as it is written. I shall say English is a different story, but that was a little side note.          00:09:11              Now I am excited to introduce my special surprise guest and let me get her on stage. Are you ready to open the doors of possibilities and step into your calling? Introducing empowering empowered women on purpose a transformative program designed for women who are ready to unleash their full potential and make a difference in the world. In this program, you will not only learn to speak up, follow your passion and live on purpose, but you'll also gain invaluable tools and strategies to build and grow your online course business with confidence. Empowered women on purpose will guide you through getting clarity about your offer and ideal clients so you can effectively communicate your value and attract your tribe.          00:10:12              We help you overcome the fear and overwhelm of tech stuff, empowering you to. Navigate the digital landscape with ease. You will learn how to create winning presentations, master the art of storytelling, engaging your audience with impact, and turn prospects into paying clients. You will establish yourself as an authority in your niche and position yourself as a leader in your field. Imagine creating a tribe that loves and supports you, fostering a community of like minded individuals who resonate with your message.          00:10:53              Picture a day when you are on stage speaking to your ideal audience and are in the zone. Picture a day when someone comes up to you after hearing you speak and says, it's like you are talking to me, I need to work with you. How do I sign up? And picture a day when you have the confidence to speak about your business everywhere you go, have all the clients and supporters you dreamed of and have the financial freedom to help more people and live the life you imagine. Join me on this journey of empowerment and discovery, creating the lifestyle you love and deserve.          00:11:39              Click the link in the show notes to learn more about empowered women on purpose and take the first step towards creating a life and business you love.   Alison, I am so glad that you joined me today because you are one of the twelve contributing authors to my book. Become empowered. Echoes of grace and strength and when I see you, Alison, you are such an example of that grace and of that strength. Well, first of all, welcome.          00:12:20              How are you today? Oh, thank you. It's lovely to be here. Yes, I'm really well and it's just all so exciting around this book. It's wonderful.          00:12:30              So thank you for having me on here today. Yes, and what I love about this book too, and about the authors is that it's really international. And for those who are listening, you could see or you could hear already an accent. Alison is originally from England, and of course, you know my accent. I'm originally from Germany.          00:12:55              And now, Alison, you live in Sweden, right? Yes, I was brought in, brought up in London, but I live just outside Stockholm now. So my, my husband is swedish. That's what took me to Sweden. So, yeah.          00:13:10              Fantastic. Fantastic. I love it. And we do have another author. She is originally from.          00:13:19              She is dutch and lives now in Spain. And we have canadian and we have authors that are originally from Colombia and I think another south american country. It's. I love it. And not only because it's so international, but also you bring your own nationality and your upbringing into your stories.          00:13:48              So those stories are just amazing. And if you all want to read them, the big book launch is on April 24. Make sure you put it into your calendar, and I will have a link below here where you can actually get. Become part of our vip guest list. So.          00:14:09              But now I want to get into asking you a couple questions. Of course, we don't want to reveal your story, but what I will do is I'm going to read the topic and also one of the highlights from your story or one of the takeaways that we highlighted here. So the topic or your title is through tears and triumph, a journey of healing and empowerment. And first of all, I want to ask you, we all have stories, but writing them down and even more, publishing it for the world to read and hear is a different story. So how was your experience in writing down the story?          00:15:07              Yeah, that's such a wonderful question because it actually surprised me how this made me felt. It really made me feel very emotional because of what my story contains. It was very emotional for me, but it was also very healing. I think it's. The details of my story are something that I don't necessarily think about because it's too painful.          00:15:37              You know, it's kind of head in the sand scenario. And, you know, if I'm being really honest, when I started writing this, you know, it brought me to tears. I really. It felt like a release in a way of, I finally, you know, putting it. There's something about putting something on paper, isn't there?          00:15:58              Rather than. Than just having thoughts or talking about it. So I found the whole experience very emotional, but also very positive because it really, it just enabled me to kind of release those emotions and all that pain and hurt that I had throughout, you know, this. This time in my life. And it is so beautiful what you said, because you are not the only one who shared this with me.          00:16:33              There was another author, Monica, writing down her story. She, she shared with me, my gosh, tears were running down my cheeks, and it was so healing. And we hope that the readers will also experience something in that respect, that they realize they're not alone. We all have painful stories, painful experiences in life, but what we do with it, that makes a big difference. How we deal with it, how we respond.          00:17:13              And many of you actually discovered your purpose in that whole story. Wasn't that for you as well, Alison? Yes, absolutely. My whole story really revolves around, you know, what happened and how that enabled me, through the pain and the hurt and the upset, to really find my purpose. If that hadn't happened in my life, then, you know, I wouldn't maybe have been drawn into what I'm doing now.          00:17:48              So. Absolutely. It's very interesting, isn't it, in life, how things that aren't necessarily, like, positive or enjoyable can lead us into something that we find our purpose in? Yes. Yes.          00:18:03              And I want to read something that you put into the story, and I basically summarize what you just said. Challenges can indeed morph into opportunities, and in the face of hardship, there lies the potential for immense growth and evolution. I love it. And that's what this is all about. So if you want to get your hand on the book, I encourage you to join us on April 24 for our official book launch.          00:18:42              And I'm going to give you a sneak peek of the book. It's not for sale yet, but that's how it's going to look like right now. It just says not for resale because this is my proofread version. And on the backside, you see all the beautiful authors, including Alison, who is there with us today. So thank you, Alison, for being here and sharing your experience of writing your story and publishing it in this book.          00:19:18              Oh, thank you so much. It's a real pleasure. And I'm so excited about this book launch. Really, really excited. If people that are in your universe, they're in Europe, want to hear more about it, where can they find you?          00:19:33              Like on social media or maybe in any other means? The best? Well, I'm on all social media. If you search for Alison Bladh, that's Bladh a l I s o n b l a D h, or you can find me on my website, which is the same Alisonblard.com. And there's lots of information, and I will be posting lots of things about the book launch as well.          00:20:01              So perfect. Yes, I'll make sure to put that information in the show notes as well. So if people directly want to talk to you, because, you know, sometimes you want to have that direct conversation with the authors. But of course, on the 24th, we are going to have a lot of presence online and we also have a Facebook group that you can join and that Facebook group called Become Empowered. And again, the link will be in the show notes.          00:20:41              So thank you, Alison. Oh, thank you so much. Thank you. I hope you enjoyed that little inside view from one of our authors. And over the next few weeks, I will get more authors onto our stream.          00:21:00              I will have live streams and I have a Facebook group that you can join right now. You stay in touch, you can be part of the launch, you can be part of winning prizes. Just go to Facebook, become empowered and join the group to stay updated and to get the insights. And of course, if you want to be part of our vip guest list, then I invite you to join by clicking the link below. Thanks for being here and as always, if you enjoyed this episode, we appreciate if you can give us thumbs up, leave a review and share it with your friends until I see you again.          00:21:50              Always remember, serve from the heart, follow your passion and live the life you imagine.         

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