In this powerful episode, bestselling author T L Swan shares her incredible journey from financial ruin to literary success. After losing everything in a failed business venture, T L discovered a box of stories she'd written as a teenager and made a life-changing decision: she would write a book using a free 30-day trial of Microsoft Word because she couldn't afford to buy the program.

That single decision led to a career that's produced 25 novels, millions of copies sold worldwide, and bestseller status in multiple countries. But T L's story goes beyond the numbers. She opens up about the mindset shifts that transformed her life, including how reading "The Secret" became a turning point during her darkest days.

We also dive into a topic that affects countless women but rarely gets discussed openly: how perimenopause and menopause can derail careers and creativity. TL shares her two-year struggle with what doctors called "burnout" but was actually hormonal changes, and how finding the right treatment brought her back to full creative power.

Whether you're facing your own challenges, curious about the publishing world, or navigating midlife changes, T L's story of resilience, reinvention, and taking control will leave you inspired. Plus, find out about her latest release, the Miles High Club Deluxe Edition, and why she made the bold move to buy back her rights from Amazon.

This is a conversation about second chances, trusting your instincts, and never giving up on your dreams.

Connect with T L Swan:
https://tlswanauthor.com/

T L on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/tlswanauthor/

T L on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/tlswanauthor

Link to pre-order the Miles High Club Series Deluxe Editions:
https://tlswanauthor.com/coming-soon/

Connect with Sabrina:

https://www.instagram.com/Sabrina_Soto/

www.SabrinaSoto.com

This week, we are re-releasing one of Redesigning Life's most well-received and downloaded episodes... Holly Whitaker : Quit Like A Women

Have you ever wondered why we reach for a drink during life's highest moments and lowest lows? Why does alcohol seem essential to celebrating a wedding, mourning a loss, or simply getting through a Tuesday?

In this illuminating conversation with Holly Whitaker, author of "Quit Like a Woman", we explore the complex relationship many of us have with alcohol and how it might be affecting more than we realize. Holly shares her personal journey from someone who used alcohol, cigarettes, and food to "ruin herself and clean herself up" repeatedly to discovering a path toward genuine fulfillment without substances.

What makes this discussion particularly powerful is the science Holly brings to the table. She explains how alcohol hijacks our dopamine system, making it difficult to experience pleasure from everyday activities and creating a false association between drinking and fun. "Alcohol doesn't actually produce fun," Holly reveals. "Fun things produce fun." This insight challenges the cultural narrative that positions alcohol as the essential ingredient for enjoyment.

Beyond the science, Holly offers practical wisdom for anyone questioning their relationship with alcohol. Rather than advocating for an all-or-nothing approach, she emphasizes the power of subtle shifts in awareness and intention. By simply allowing yourself to notice alcohol's effects on your mood, sleep, and anxiety levels, you begin creating space for change.

Whether you're sober curious, actively changing your relationship with alcohol, or simply interested in understanding its effects better, this episode offers thoughtful perspectives without judgment. As Holly reminds us, when we release what no longer serves us... whether it's alcohol, toxic relationships, or limiting beliefs, we create space for something better to arrive.

What might be waiting on the other side of that glass for you? Listen in and consider what consciousness over cocktails could bring to your life.


Holly's Website: https://www.hollywhitaker.com/

Holly's Podcast: Co-Regulation

Holly's book: QUIT LIKE A WOMAN

Holly's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holly

Connect with Sabrina:

https://www.instagram.com/Sabrina_Soto/

www.SabrinaSoto.com

In this episode of Redesigning Life, keynote speaker and author Judi Holler discusses her new book "Holler at Your Dreams" and her journey from a corporate career to authentic self-expression. Judi gets real about her transformation from being a "Corporate Barbie" in hotel sales and marketing to discovering improv comedy in Chicago, which led her to building a seven-figure speaking business.

The conversation dives deep into what Judi calls "self-expressionism," which means using your soul and intuition as your primary brain. Her philosophy centers on knowing what truly lights us up so we can live authentically, rather than getting lost in the constant noise of social media and external expectations. We explore the danger of constant scrolling and how it disconnects us from our inner voice, emphasizing the need to "stop the scroll and tap into soul."

Judi gets vulnerable about the challenges that come with growth, including outgrowing friendships and dealing with what she calls "money grabbers" who prey on your insecurities. We dive into that uncomfortable "liminal space" between who we were and who we're becoming, and the danger of outsourcing our opinions to others who may not understand our vision.

This one's for you if you know you're ready for something different but can't quite figure out what that looks like, if you're struggling with people-pleasing, navigating evolving friendships, or wanting to reconnect with what genuinely inspires you.

Judi's book "Holler at Your Dreams" is available September 9th!

Connect with Judi Holler:

https://judiholler.com/

Judi Holler on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/judiholler/

Judi's Book, Holler at Your Dreams:

https://www.amazon.com/Holler-Your-Dreams-Dangerously-Inspiring/dp/1734825081/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0

Connect with Sabrina:

https://www.instagram.com/Sabrina_Soto/

www.SabrinaSoto.com

Anna Crowe, founder of a global PR firm, author, and TEDx speaker shares her journey of personal reinvention and finding authentic purpose through life's challenges and transitions. Anna shares her journey from corporate accounting to global entrepreneurship, revealing how following your passion and recognizing your unique strengths can guide you toward your authentic path. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by the prospect of a complete life overhaul, she offers practical wisdom how to make small changes that honor your responsibilities while still moving you toward fulfillment.

We dive deep into energy management, identifying relationships and activities that either energize or drain you, and creating personalized recharging practices that restore your vitality. Anna's approach to authenticity, especially in our hyper-connected world, provides a new framework for expressing yourself genuinely while remaining strategic about your personal brand.

For anyone feeling stuck or uncertain about their direction, Anna's insights on overcoming self-doubt, redefining success beyond material possessions, and creating compelling personal narratives provide both inspiration and practical guidance. Her three-part approach to authentic storytelling: being clear, consistent, and compelling; applies beautifully to both brand building and personal transformation.

Connect with Anna Crowe

https://www.crowepr.com/our-nest/anna-crowe

Anna Crowe on Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/acrowepr/

Anna's book, Get Real:

https://www.amazon.com/Get-Real-Leadership-Transparent-Authentic/dp/1544502516

Connect with Sabrina:

https://www.instagram.com/Sabrina_Soto/

www.SabrinaSoto.com

In this conversation, author Sarah Rusbatch takes us beyond the outdated "alcoholic or not" binary into the nuanced territory of gray area drinking. Sarah Rusbatch shares her personal journey from being "Sarah the party girl" to embracing an alcohol-free lifestyle that brought more joy, better health, and authentic connections.

The conversation dismantles the cultural messaging that's normalized drinking for women, and what Sarah calls the "wine mom" culture where alcohol is presented as the solution to parenting stress, work pressure, and life's challenges.

Ready to explore life beyond alcohol? Connect with Sarah's online community and discover how redefining fun might be the key to creating the life you truly want.


Connect with Sarah Rusbatch

https://sarahrusbatch.com/

Sarah Rusbatch on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/sarahrusbatch/

Sarah on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/sarahrusbatchcoach

Connect with Sabrina:

https://www.instagram.com/Sabrina_Soto/

www.SabrinaSoto.com

Grace Emmons, intuitive coach and energy healer, shares her journey from corporate biotech to spiritual entrepreneurship and reveals how women can tap into their feminine power to create aligned, abundant lives. Grace shares her framework for spiritual transformation, guiding women to expand their vision, reframe limiting beliefs, and activate their intuition through energy healing practices.

For those skeptical about remote energy healing, Grace provides a scientific perspective, comparing Reiki's non-local effects to quantum mechanics and Einstein's "spooky action at a distance." She empowers listeners with a simple, accessible practice of connecting with nature to reset their nervous system and ground their energy field.

Whether you're contemplating a career change, seeking to understand your intuition better, or simply curious about energy healing, this conversation offers practical wisdom for creating an aligned, abundant life.

Connect with Grace Emmons:

https://forwardwgrace.com/

Grace on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/forwardwgrace/

Grace’s quiz to find your intuition type: https://forwardwgrace.com/quiz

Connect with Sabrina:

https://www.instagram.com/Sabrina_Soto/

www.SabrinaSoto.com

During our conversation, Sasha Carrion debunks common myths about hypnotherapy, explaining that it's nothing like the entertainment hypnosis you've seen in Vegas shows. Real clinical hypnotherapy is a powerful therapeutic tool that gives you access to that mental "hard drive" where limiting programming can be replaced with empowering beliefs. And contrary to popular fear, you always maintain free will. Your mind simply rejects any suggestions that don't align with your values.

Ready to reclaim ownership of your mind's full potential? Listen now to discover how reprogramming your subconscious beliefs might be the key to breaking free from patterns that no longer serve you.

Grace Emmons, Transformational Coach, Energy Healer, the CEO of Forward with Grace at https://forwardwgrace.com/

Bio: Grace Emmons is a transformational coach and energy healer for high-achievers ready to unlock a new era of thriving in life and business. With a background in bioengineering from USC, a master's in clinical psychology from Columbia, and certifications in Reiki, Astrology, and Kabbalah, she helps top executives, entrepreneurs, and high-profile creatives align with their highest potential and cultivate lasting fulfillment.

She is the founder of Forward with Grace, the owner of the boutique retreat and event space Topanga Canyon Oasis.

Grace’s work has been featured in Goop, Entrepreneur, Parade, and more. A sought-after speaker and facilitator, she has been trusted by over 150 leading companies, including Dermalogica, Revolve, United Talent Agency, and SoulCycle.

Connect with Sasha Carrion:

https://www.sashacarrion.com

https://healyourselftherapy.com/our-team/

Sasha on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/sashacarrion?

Connect with Sabrina:

https://www.instagram.com/Sabrina_Soto/

www.SabrinaSoto.com

In this episode, Palak Dave shares how we've become the experimental generation navigating digital life without established guidelines. She offers practical wisdom for implementing digital boundaries without completely disconnecting from modern life.

The conversation explores three powerful strategies for creating more fulfilling days: evaluating where your time actually goes, prioritizing genuine human connection, and implementing healthy digital habits. We discuss the counterintuitive truth that activities we think help us "tune out" like binge-watching shows or consuming true crime podcasts often leave us more depleted than energized. Meanwhile, activities that require effort initially like exercise, creative pursuits, or socializing, ultimately fill our cups.

Whether you're feeling perpetually tethered to your devices, struggling with boundaries between work and personal time, or simply seeking more meaningful connection, this conversation offers both the inspiration and practical tools to redesign your relationship with technology. Connect with Palak's work and her book "Beautiful Everydays" through the links in our show notes.

Connect with Palak Dave on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/paldave?

Her book, "Beautiful Everydays"

https://www.amazon.com/Beautiful-Everydays-Guide-Living-Here/dp/1738214702

Connect with Sabrina:

https://www.instagram.com/Sabrina_Soto/

www.SabrinaSoto.com