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In this episode of She’s Got the Mic, Lauren shares a powerful speaking lesson learned the hard way during a conference where she attempted to deliver a brand new talk after only two weeks of preparation. Instead of feeling grounded and connected, she found herself in her head, distracted by stage noises, lighting, and internal pressure to remember every word.

This experience sparked a deeper reflection on the difference between memorizing a talk and truly learning it. Lauren explores what happens when speakers rely on scripts instead of embodiment and how this can lead to moments of disconnection, anxiety, and even blanking on stage. She opens up about a real moment where she lost her place during a keynote and the surprising way she recovered, reinforcing that imperfect speaking experiences often become our greatest teachers.

Lauren introduces her current approach to talk preparation, a technique she calls the set list method. Rather than memorizing paragraphs of text, she practices using prompts and guiding questions that represent each moment of the story. This allows her to stay flexible, present, and responsive to audience energy while still delivering powerful content. The result is storytelling that feels authentic, dynamic, and alive rather than rehearsed and rigid.

Throughout the episode, Lauren discusses how speaking presence is deeply connected to being in the body rather than trapped in the mind. She shares how meditation, repetition, and speaking material out loud can help speakers develop muscle memory, strengthen confidence, and improve stage performance. Listeners will also hear examples of how stories evolve through practice and why the first written draft of a talk is rarely the final version delivered on stage.

This conversation is especially valuable for women speakers, coaches, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders who want to grow their visibility, deliver transformational keynotes, and connect emotionally with audiences. Whether you are preparing your first talk or refining an established keynote, this episode offers practical guidance for building talks that feel natural, memorable, and impactful.

Lauren also invites listeners to reflect on their own speaking experiences, including moments of forgetting lines, bombing, or feeling disconnected on stage. Instead of viewing these moments as failures, she reframes them as opportunities for growth, refinement, and deeper self trust.

By the end of the episode, listeners will walk away with a simple but powerful shift. Stop memorizing your talk and start learning it through repetition, embodiment, and structure that supports flow rather than rigidity.

If you are working on a keynote, workshop, or signature talk and want a preparation method that helps you stay present, connect with your audience, and deliver value without sounding scripted, this episode will resonate deeply.

Lauren's "Set List" of most recent story:

• Opening
• Where are you?
• What do you feel?
• What do you hear?
• What do you smell?
• What do you see?
• What are you thinking?
• Why are you here?
• Who speaks first?
• Sum it up in 3 words.
• Trip home.
• #1 rule
• Following year?
• What did Rob say?
• How did it feel in your body?
• Vision?
• What did you ask yourself?
• What did other people think?

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Are you feeling overwhelmed by decision fatigue as a woman entrepreneur or speaker?

In this episode of She’s Got the Mic, Lauren Chapnick shares the four powerful questions she uses to reduce stress, trust her intuition, and make clearer decisions in business and life. Whether you are launching something new, growing a membership, producing live events, or simply juggling entrepreneurship and motherhood, this conversation will help you reset your nervous system and lead with more confidence.

Entrepreneurs are professional decision makers. From pricing to partnerships to parenting, we make hundreds of decisions every single day. When you are building something new, that pressure can feel intense. Lauren explains how stress is a physiological response, but leadership is defined by how you choose to respond to it.

If you are a woman speaker, coach, founder, or creative who feels stuck in overthinking or second guessing, this episode will help you simplify your choices and reconnect with your inner voice.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to reduce decision fatigue as a woman entrepreneur
•  How to trust your intuition and strengthen your hell yes muscle
•  A simple mindset shift for confident leadership
•  How to regulate your nervous system when business stress spikes
•  Why fun and joy are strategic tools for business growth
•  How to become the version of yourself who achieves your goals

Lauren walks through her signature framework for reducing stress and building a bold, aligned business:

1. How can this be easy?
2.  Is it a hell yes?
3.  Who do I want to be?
4.  How can this be more fun?

These four questions help women entrepreneurs simplify complex decisions, build confidence, overcome imposter syndrome, and move forward without burnout.

If you are navigating public speaking opportunities, pitching sponsors, growing your audience, or stepping into bigger leadership, this episode will remind you that clarity does not come from overthinking. It comes from alignment.

This episode is for women entrepreneurs, public speakers, coaches, founders, and creatives who want to grow their business using their voice, feel less overwhelmed by constant decision making, and become more confident leaders in both business and life.

If this episode resonated with you, follow the show, leave a rating and review, and share it with another woman who is ready to take the mic.

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What happens when you have the title, the bonus, and the career you worked for, and still feel like something is off?

In this episode of She’s Got the Mic, Lauren Chapnick sits down with leadership coach and speaker Lori Pine, also known as the Joy CEO. Lori shares the real story behind her exit from corporate America after 25 years, including the moment during COVID when success on paper did not match what was happening at home.

Lori opens up about ambition, external validation, and what it looks like to rebuild your identity when the corporate armor comes off. You will hear how a pivotal conversation with her son and a sudden shift at work became the wake up call she could not ignore, and how she chose a new definition of leadership built on freedom, joy, and intentional living.

This is an honest and energizing conversation about reinvention, motherhood, grief, resilience, and using your voice to grow a business and create meaningful connections.

In this episode we talk about

• Leaving corporate leadership and navigating a major career pivot
• The hidden cost of ambition and chasing external validation
• The COVID burnout moment that forced a hard look at home life
• Trusting intuition and recognizing a sign you cannot ignore
• Becoming a stay at home mom for the first time and what that changed
• How Lori built her coaching business and found her first clients
• Why group coaching and women’s community matter so much
• Speaking as a business growth strategy and thought leadership tool
• Getting booked to speak at Harvard and major companies
• The memorable hula hoop analogy for control boundaries and personal power
• Practical ways to choose joy through mindset shifts and daily decisions
• Advice Lori would give her younger high achieving self about slowing down and enjoying the journey

If you are a woman who is

• Craving more joy and fulfillment in your life and work
• Building a coaching business or considering a career change
• Feeling burnt out but still driven and ambitious
• Interested in speaking to grow your brand and credibility
• Ready to stop proving yourself and start living on purpose

this episode will land.

Memorable moment

Lori shares the simple but powerful concept of what is in your hula hoop. What is inside is what you control. Everything outside is not yours to manage. It is a visual that sticks with you long after the episode ends.

Connect with Lori Pine

Find Lori at loripine.com and connect with her on Instagram and LinkedIn. She also shares free resources on her website including a gratitude journal, and you can learn more about her six month group coaching experience The Connect and join the wait list.

Keep in touch with Lauren and She’s Got the Mic

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What if the very thing you’re avoiding is the exact thing that will change your life?

In this solo episode of She’s Got the Mic, host Lauren Chapnick dives into the real, unsexy, wildly powerful truth about growth: discomfort is the doorway to confidence, courage, and your next level.

From going back to nursing school at 40… to stepping on stage terrified… to building a community of women speakers… Lauren shares how repeatedly choosing discomfort rewires your brain, trains your nervous system, and builds unshakable self-trust.

You’ll learn why fear doesn’t mean “don’t do it” and how to tell the difference between fear and intuition, plus how small, everyday moments of discomfort (yes, even talking to strangers at Trader Joe’s) are actually powerful speaking practice.

If you’ve been feeling a whisper to do something bigger, bolder, or braver, this episode is your sign.

In this episode, we cover:

•  Why greatness truly lives on the other side of fear
•  How repeated discomfort builds confidence and emotional resilience
•  The difference between fear and intuition and how to recognize a full-body yes
•  How neuroplasticity helps you rewire your brain for bravery
•  Why speaking, even in everyday conversations, is a skill you can train
•  How vulnerability accelerates connection and opportunity
•  Why new experiences release dopamine and create momentum
•  How Lauren’s She’s Got the Mic Speakers Collective was born from leaning into discomfort
•  Simple ways to practice getting uncomfortable this week

If you’ve ever thought:
 “I’m too late.”
 “I’m not ready.”
 “I’m not confident enough.”
 “I don’t know if I can do this.”

This episode will lovingly call you out and call you forward.

Because you don’t become confident first.
You become confident by doing the uncomfortable thing.

If you’re a woman entrepreneur who wants to use speaking to grow your business and confidence, Lauren is building a community just for you inside the She’s Got the Mic Speakers Collective.

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In this episode of She’s Got the Mic, host Lauren Chapnick sits down with Laura Bagnarol and Louisa Vilardi, the powerhouse women behind the She's the Boss Conference—a curated women’s leadership conference taking place March 22, 2026 in Lagrangeville, NY 

Laura and Louisa are entrepreneurs, speakers, educators, and event producers who share a deeply intentional approach to building community, amplifying women’s voices, and creating conferences that actually serve the audience. In this candid conversation, they pull back the curtain on how She’s the Boss came to life, what they look for in speakers, and why thoughtful curation matters more than ever in the speaking and events industry.

In this episode, we cover:

• How She’s the Boss Conference was born out of frustration with surface-level networking events
• Why Laura turned a moment of gender bias into a thriving youth empowerment business
• How Louisa transitioned from high school English teacher to sought-after photographer and mentor
• The powerful role speaking has played in both of their careers—and why reps matter more than perfection
• Why not every conference has a call for speakers (and what to do instead)
• The biggest mistakes speakers make when pitching events
• How to build genuine relationships with event producers (and be remembered)
• Why attending conferences strategically can open future speaking opportunities
• The importance of intuition, confidence, and using your voice—on and off the stage

This episode is a must-listen for women who want to speak more, produce meaningful events, or simply feel inspired by women who took action instead of waiting for permission.

About She’s the Boss Conference

She’s the Boss is a women-centered leadership conference designed to inspire, energize, and connect women from all walks of life—entrepreneurs, creatives, professionals, stay-at-home moms, and future change-makers alike.

Rather than hosting an open call for speakers, Laura and Louisa intentionally curated four women whose stories, impact, and presence create a powerful collective experience for attendees.

Featured Speakers at She’s the Boss:

• Allie Stroker – Broadway actress and Tony Award winner, sharing a keynote on resilience, possibility, and redefining limitations
• Leah Feldman – CEO of Family Services and the organization’s first female and youngest leader
• Kelly Lingard – CEO of Unshattered, empowering formerly incarcerated women through employment and entrepreneurship
• Jeannie Ocasio-Hampton – Co-owner of Hampton Health, speaking on leadership, aesthetics, and building a business with your spouse

Together, these women model confidence, impact, humility, and leadership—without pitching from the stage.

Event Details:

Website: https://shesthebossconference.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shesthebossconference/

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What if fear is not a sign to stop but proof that what you are doing actually matters?

In this episode of She’s Got the Mic, host Lauren Chapnick speaks directly to women speakers and entrepreneurs who feel fear when putting themselves out there on stage online or in business and choose to do it anyway.

Inspired by a powerful Georgia O’Keeffe quote, this episode explores what it really takes to build confidence as a speaker trust your intuition as an entrepreneur and keep going even when criticism self doubt and loneliness show up.

This episode is a reminder that fear does not mean you are unqualified or unprepared it often means you are on the edge of growth visibility and impact.

If you are a woman entrepreneur coach or aspiring speaker who wants to grow your business through speaking this episode will help you reframe fear as fuel and remind you that you are not alone.

What You Will Learn in This Episode:

-Why fear is often a sign that your message matters.

-How women speakers can reframe stage fright as fuel.

-The difference between fear and intuition — and how to use both.

-Why confidence doesn’t come before action (it comes after).

-How to get comfortable being uncomfortable as an entrepreneur.

-Why community is essential for women speakers and business owners.

-How to stop letting criticism (and praise) control your momentum.

-What it really means to believe in your message when no one else sees it yet.

Key Takeaways:

Be Afraid — and Do the Thing Anyway.

Fear doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong. It often means you’re doing something brave, meaningful, and aligned. Whether it’s stepping onto a stage, launching a business idea, or sharing your message publicly — fear is part of the work.

Confidence Is Built Through Action.

You don’t wait to feel ready. You take the mic anyway. Every talk, every pitch, every uncomfortable moment builds real confidence — the kind that lasts.

Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable.

Growth as a speaker and entrepreneur requires discomfort. Learning to expect it — instead of avoiding it — changes everything.

Community Changes Everything.

Women speakers grow faster, stronger, and more confidently when they are surrounded by other women on the same path. You don’t have to do this alone.

Who This Episode Is For:

-Women entrepreneurs who want to grow their business through speaking.

-Aspiring keynote speakers and workshop leaders.

-Coaches, creatives, and thought leaders building visibility.

-Women who feel called to use their voice but struggle with fear or self-doubt.

-Anyone who knows they’re meant for more — and is ready to go after it.

About the Host

Lauren Chapnick is the host of She’s Got the Mic and the founder of the She’s Got the Mic Speakers Collective/; a live in person community for women speakers and entrepreneurs who want real stage time real connection and real momentum.

Lauren helps women trust their intuition sharpen their speaking skills and use their voice to grow their business without waiting to feel ready.

Stay Connected:

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Rate and review the show to support women owned podcasts.
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If you are a woman speaker or entrepreneur who knows you are meant for more stages, more visibility, and more impact, this episode is for you.

In this kickoff episode of She’s Got the Mic, host Lauren Chapnick shares the story behind the podcast rebrand, the pivot that changed her career, and why using your voice is one of the most powerful tools you have to grow your business. Lauren opens up about trusting her intuition, leaving a successful niche, and following the internal pull toward speaking, storytelling, and community.

This episode is an invitation to stop waiting for permission and start owning your voice. Whether you are an experienced speaker looking for more speaking opportunities, an entrepreneur who wants to use speaking to grow your brand, or someone who feels called to step on stage for the first time, this conversation will meet you where you are.

Lauren also introduces the She’s Got the Mic Speakers Collective, a live-event-driven community for women who want real stage time, professional speaking footage, expert coaching, and connection with other ambitious women. This is about more than learning. It is about getting on stages, refining your message, and building momentum through action.

In this episode, you will learn:

• Why trusting your intuition is essential for speakers and entrepreneurs
• How sharing your story can grow your business and expand your impact
• The difference between fear and intuitive guidance when making career pivots
• Why live, in-person speaking experiences accelerate confidence and clarity
• How speaking reps, storytelling skills, and community fuel long-term success
• What to expect from the She’s Got the Mic Speakers Collective and live events

This season of She’s Got the Mic features women speakers, entrepreneurs, and industry experts who are actively using their voice to build businesses, land stages, and create meaningful impact. These conversations are designed to help you craft your talk, strengthen your personal brand, understand the business of speaking, and take bold action.

Your voice is not optional. It is your greatest asset.

To learn more about upcoming live speaking events, workshops, and membership opportunities, visit laurenchapnick.com.

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2026 is the year we stop waiting and start speaking.

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This season finale of Biggest Best Life brings together everything we’ve explored with entrepreneurs, creators, business owners, and bold women and men who took action to build lives they love. In this closing episode of Season One, Lauren Chapnick reflects on what it truly means to live your biggest best life and shares a powerful montage of guest answers to the two questions asked in every interview: What does it mean to live your biggest best life? And how would you complete the sentence: Happiness is....?

This episode is a celebration of purpose, joy, intuition, bold decision making, and the entrepreneurial spirit — and it sets the stage for a brand-new era coming January 7, 2026.

Here’s what you’ll hear in this finale:

Season One Highlights
• The journey from Massachusetts to Texas to Florida and across New York to capture conversations with entrepreneurs living boldly
• What every guest said about defining their purpose, choosing courage, and prioritizing what matters most
• Authentic reflections on entrepreneurship, personal growth, and taking meaningful risks

Lauren’s Own Answers
• What it actually means to live your biggest best life
• Why shedding what no longer serves you opens the door to purpose and clarity
• How presence, surrender, and aligned action shape the life you’re meant to live
• A grounded, heartfelt definition of happiness you can carry into the new year

Montage of Guest Wisdom
You’ll hear the collective insights of guests as they share:
• Why living your biggest best life is about time freedom, authenticity, joy, and courage
• How fear, risk, and action all play a role in building a life you love
• What happiness really means in entrepreneurship, creativity, leadership, and family
• Why purpose is seasonal — and how allowing it to evolve creates growth

A Look Ahead: Season Two Launching January 7, 2026
• A new name, a new focus, and a powerful new direction
• Bigger energy, deeper conversations, and even more transformation for women entrepreneurs
• A preview of what’s coming next for the show and for you

If you’re an entrepreneur, creator, or woman building a life and business that lights her up, this finale is the perfect send-off before we return with a bold new vision.

If you loved this episode, follow, rate, review, and share it with someone who needs a spark of inspiration.
 

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In this powerful episode of Biggest Best Life, Lauren sits down with author, speaker, and advocate Michelle Jewsbury to explore the hidden realities of domestic violence, psychological abuse, and the long road to healing.

This conversation dives deep into the early signs of emotional manipulation, why survivors struggle to leave abusive relationships, and how reclaiming your voice can become the turning point toward freedom. Michelle shares her personal story—from childhood trauma to an abusive relationship that nearly cost her everything—and the exact moment that shifted everything and set her on a path to healing, advocacy, and global impact.

Michelle is the founder of Unsilenced Voices, a nonprofit serving survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking internationally. She also leads the bestselling book series Breaking the Silence, helping survivors share their stories and transform their pain into purpose.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has experienced trauma, supports survivors, or wants to understand the deep psychological patterns behind abusive relationships. It’s also an empowering reminder that healing is possible, your story matters, and you are never alone.

What We Cover in This Episode

• Childhood trauma and early experiences with family separation
How early abandonment shaped Michelle's beliefs about herself and created patterns that later influenced her relationships.

• The subtle red flags of emotional and psychological abuse
The early warning signs survivors often miss, including love bombing, fast attachment, isolation, control around money, and manipulation disguised as care.

• Why survivors stay
A clear and compassionate explanation of the brainwashing, bonding, trauma cycles, financial abuse, fear, and psychological conditioning that keep victims trapped.

• The first act of physical violence and how abuse escalates over time
How one moment becomes a pattern, and how survivors learn to minimize danger to survive it.

• The breaking point and what finally made her leave
The shocking discovery that snapped her into clarity and began her healing journey.

• How storytelling became a tool for healing and empowerment
The therapeutic act of writing her experience, her solo play, and why telling the truth is essential for reclaiming identity.

• Founding Unsilenced Voices and creating global impact
How Michelle began working in Ghana, Sierra Leone, Rwanda, and the US to support survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, and extreme poverty.

• Financial abuse and why it must be part of the domestic violence conversation
How abusers use credit, money, and debt to trap victims, and what needs to change.

• Advice for anyone who feels trapped in an abusive relationship
Practical steps, documentation strategies, safety planning, and how to take the first brave step forward.

• What the world misunderstands about domestic violence survivors
Why victim-blaming is still widespread and the mindset shift society desperately needs.

• How Michelle rebuilt her life and found healthy love
Her new relationship, her boundaries, and the

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Ever notice how the harder you push, the fuzzier your thinking gets? We dive into the counterintuitive habit that top performers use to protect creativity and stop burnout: stepping away on purpose. Through Lauren’s candid nursing school story—where a friend hit the beach and still scored higher—we unpack why rest can outperform relentless study and how that lesson maps to business, writing, and building anything meaningful.

We break down the four phases of flow—struggle, release, flow, and recovery—and show how each one feels in real life. You’ll learn to spot the moment when effort becomes noise, why a short release (walks, movement, task switching) opens the door to flow, and how recovery cements learning and keeps your best ideas coming. This isn’t theory for theory’s sake; it’s a practical system grounded in positive psychology, cognitive science, and everyday experience so entrepreneurs and creators can do better work in less time.

Expect simple, actionable tactics: a struggle stop-rule to prevent spiral, micro-recovery blocks that fit into busy days, and macro-recovery that protects your energy during big pushes. We also talk about using holidays like Thanksgiving as intentional recharge time with family, food, and gratitude—no guilt required. Come away with a kinder, smarter workflow that replaces white-knuckle hustle with sustainable, repeatable peak performance.

If this resonated, tap follow, leave a quick five-star review, and share it with someone who needs permission to pause. For a weekly nudge right when you need it, text BEST LIFE to 833-681-6463 and get Lauren’s motivation straight to your phone.

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In this empowering episode of Biggest Best Life, host Lauren Chapnick reveals her simple, science-backed mindset tool — “Okay, Good, More” — designed to help busy women, entrepreneurs, and dreamers reclaim time, amplify joy, boost energy, and step fully into the life they actually want.

Lauren breaks down how positive psychology, experience-dependent neuroplasticity, and intentional awareness can help you stop obsessing over what’s not working and instead expand the moments, habits, and decisions that are already fueling your growth.

You’ll learn how to identify what’s going right in every category of your life, how to build your own Biggest Best Life Toolkit, and how to use it to create more joy, more time, more alignment, more ease — and more “hell yes” moments in your business and your life.

If you're craving clarity, confidence, and a simple way to reconnect with your purpose, this episode is your new go-to.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• How to find more time in your day using intentional early-morning routines
• Why your brain is wired to focus on the negative (negativity bias and positive psychology)
• How the “Okay, Good, More” method rewires your brain for joy and creativity
• How to expand what’s working in your life instead of spiraling about what’s not
• How to create a practical, uplifting personal growth toolkit
• The mindset shifts that help entrepreneurs reclaim energy and joy
• Simple strategies to supercharge your life and business through micro-choices

Your “Okay, Good, More” Toolkit (as promised!)

1. Health and Energy

• Workouts or movement you loved (even once)
• A meal or nutrition routine that made you feel energized
• A morning routine or nighttime routine that supported you
• Walks in nature
• Sleep habits that helped you feel restored

2. Friendship and Connection

• A meaningful lunch or coffee date
• A networking event that sparked inspiration
• A short phone call with a friend that lit you up
• A conference or workshop that expanded your community

3. Family and Romantic Relationships

• Date nights that reconnected you with your partner
• A special moment or outing with your kids
• A family trip or tradition
• Saying “no” to an obligation that drained you

4. Joy and Fun

• Hobbies you revisited or tried
• Moments of play or laughter
• Creative activities
• Anything that made you feel more like yourself

5. Growth and Learning

• Books that inspired you
• Podcasts that shifted your mindset
• Events, seminars, courses, or risks you took
• Anything that stretched your comfort zone

6. Spirituality and Grounding

• Meditation or journaling
• Prayer, yoga, or breathwork
• Moments of stillness
• Practices that helped you feel calm or connected

7. Business and Creativity (for entrepreneurs)

• Tasks you loved working on
• Work that felt easy and energizing
• Creative moments that made you feel alive
• Connections, collaborations, and risks that inspired growth

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In this powerful and faith-filled episode of Biggest Best Life, Lauren sits down with Sidni Raphael aka "Coach Sid", a marriage and relationship coach whose story of redemption will take your breath away.

Sid opens up about the prayer that changed everything — when she told God exactly what she needed her future husband to say so she’d know he was “the one.” Years later, in the first five minutes of meeting Mark, he said those very words.

But their love story wasn’t without heartbreak. Sid shares the painful unraveling of their marriage, the moment she discovered her husband’s betrayal, and how God led them both through healing, humility, and reconciliation.

Through honesty, prayer, and deep personal growth, Sid and Mark rebuilt not just their relationship — but a stronger, holier marriage than ever before. Now, through their coaching business, Shifted Sight, they help other couples do the same.

If you’ve ever questioned whether restoration is possible, this episode is your reminder: Nothing is too broken for God to rebuild.

In This Episode, We Talk About:

• The prayer that revealed her husband years before they met
• Growing up in faith and how it shaped her view of marriage
• What happens when two people experience the same marriage completely differently
• The moment she discovered betrayal — and the surprising freedom it brought
• Why separation became the turning point for healing
• The powerful way God told her to pray for her husband (even when she didn’t want to)
• How their marriage became stronger after infidelity
• The birth of their coaching business, Shifted Sight, and their mission to help couples heal

Sidni's Links:

Website: https://www.shiftedsight.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shiftedsight/

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Ever walked into a party and felt the host’s stress hit you like a wall? We’ve been that host too—and it taught us a powerful reframe: choose your feeling before you choose your to-do list. In this conversation, we break down a simple, practical method to set the tone you want—calm, warm, playful—and actually enjoy the moment you worked so hard to create.

We start by asking one question that changes everything: how do I want to feel? From there, we expand it to how do I want them to feel, because your energy leads the room. Then we get tactical with a three-step plan you can use for events and everyday life: plan for tomorrow’s you so the heavy lifting is done early, delegate generously to the capable people around you, and trust yourself enough to let go when it’s showtime. Along the way, we share real examples—from hosting to bedtime routines—that reveal how presence beats perfection and why guests remember your vibe more than your menu.

To close, we offer a bonus conflict hack that works in the heat of the moment: how do I want this to end? Whether you’re negotiating with a partner or tucking in wired kids, that question points you toward peace and better outcomes without another 20-minute rerun of the same old fight. Expect practical scripts, mindset shifts, and a reminder that joy is the point—not flawless choreography. If you’re ready to lead your home, relationships, and gatherings with intention, you’ll leave with a clear path to feel-first living and results that actually stick.

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In this episode of Biggest Best Life, I sit down with CVICU nurse and burnout coach Janna Holterman, whose story is one of heartbreak, healing, and fierce transformation.

Jannah opens up about nurse burnout, PTSD after COVID, and her personal devastating loss —all while showing us what true courage looks like when life shatters and you’re left to rebuild piece by piece.

We talk about what it means to lose yourself in caregiving, how to start finding your way back, and why intuition is the quiet voice that can save you when logic can’t. From EMDR therapy and trauma healing to nervous system regulation, self-care, and reclaiming your identity beyond the nurse label, Janna shares powerful insights for anyone walking through grief, burnout, or emotional exhaustion.

If you’ve ever felt like you’ve given so much of yourself that there’s nothing left, this conversation is your permission slip to start over. You’ll learn how to reconnect with your intuition, find strength in the darkest moments, and rediscover who you are underneath the labels, roles, and expectations.

We talk about:

• Healing from trauma and PTSD through EMDR therapy
• Nurse burnout and compassion fatigue during the pandemic
• Finding purpose after loss and grief
• How intuition can guide recovery and emotional healing
• Practical ways to reset your nervous system and recharge your energy
• Reconnecting with your identity and power after losing yourself

This episode is a love letter to every nurse, caregiver, or woman who’s ever whispered, “Who am I now?”

You are not too late. You are right on time.
 And you are stronger than you think.

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Ever freeze up before taking action? In this episode, Lauren shares how to replace fight flight or freeze with a new mantra — listen identify go. Learn how to trust your gut, get clear on what you really want, and take one brave, imperfect step toward the life you’ve been dreaming of.

Lauren opens up about shifting her purpose, giving her first keynote talk The Girl with the Walkman, and the messy, beautiful process of building momentum. This conversation will inspire you to stop waiting for perfect, start trusting your intuition, and finally go after your next chapter with courage and clarity.

In this episode:

• How to overcome fear and decision paralysis
• Why clarity comes from action, not perfection
• Simple mindset shifts to build momentum
• The power of listening to your intuition
• How to take one actionable step toward your dream today

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A childhood spelling bee loss sets the stage for a deeper look at intuition as pattern recognition and the cost of doubt. We break down when to trust the gut, when to override it, and three simple tools to strengthen inner signals and take action.

• intuition defined as fast pattern recognition in the body
• benefits of trusting inner cues: speed, confidence, creativity
• fear masquerading as intuition and how to spot it
• limits of intuition with low experience and hot emotions
• outcome attachment blurring true signals
• the 90‑second pause to clear emotional noise
• daily reflection to build pattern recognition
• light vs heavy body check to test alignment
• turning gut signals into action with small steps

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A single decision can change the arc of a life. That truth shines through Tammy’s journey—from eldest sibling and natural organizer to Navy veteran, Fortune 500 problem-solver, BRCA-positive breast cancer survivor, and now the founder of G-NIVOL Events in Dallas. We dig into how service forged resilience, how grief refined faith, and how a double mastectomy became a doorway to purpose rather than an endpoint. Tammy shares the moment she chose courage over fear, what BRCA positivity means for long-term vigilance, and why her P.I.N.K. ethos—Purpose, Inspiration, Nurturing, Knowledge-sharing—guides her advocacy and outreach.

We talk about the invisible tax of “always on” careers and the quiet health costs that accumulate under relentless pressure. Tammy explains how she translated project management into a client-first event planning model that returns presence to the host: “We create, you celebrate.” Along the way, she offers grounded advice for anyone feeling stuck at work—get in the room, get connected, or build your own table—and compassionate guidance for those at the start of a cancer journey: do not walk it alone, find resources, and let community carry part of the weight.

There’s joy here, too—jazz road trips with her husband, a favorite verse about asking for what you need, and a renewed love for ordinary days. If you’re seeking insight on breast cancer awareness, BRCA testing, resilience, career reinvention, women-owned business, or event planning in Dallas, this conversation is for you. Listen, share it with someone who needs hope, and tell us the bravest step you’re ready to take. If this story moved you, subscribe, leave a review, and pass it on to a friend who could use the lift.

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We share how one decision can bust the “too late” myth and create momentum that reshapes career, health and identity. Lauren’s path from stay‑at‑home mom to nurse and coach shows why experience is power and why starting at 41 was exactly on time.

• why one bold decision creates momentum
• challenging the myth of being too old
• using the foggy‑road strategy to start
• transferring life experience into new careers
• modeling reinvention for your kids
• unexpected gains in health and confidence
• fear management through action and curiosity
• practical first steps to pivot with purpose

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Deanna Hearn shares her journey founding Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue, a sanctuary where rescued horses help heal humans through innovative wellness programs and connection-based healing. Her grandfather's gift of a difficult first horse taught her resilience that now guides her philosophy of turning life's struggles into opportunities for growth.

• Received her first horse at age 12 from her grandfather, a Korean War veteran who believed horses "bring light" during dark times
• Transitioned from running a boarding facility to founding a horse rescue after realizing she wanted more meaningful work
• Created a full-circle mission of "people helping horses heal people" that drives all programs at Lucky Orphans
• Offers diverse wellness programs including equine-assisted mental health support, yoga, breath work, and educational initiatives
• Witnessed remarkable transformations, including a suicidal teen amputee finding purpose through connection with a horse with a broken knee
• Measures a horse's value by capacity for love rather than performance abilities
• Faces ongoing challenges funding the care of 44 rescued horses, especially during economic downturns
• Planning to rebrand by removing "Horse Rescue" from the name to better reflect their broader mission
• Believes happiness comes from "listening to your own true north" rather than following others' expectations
• Encourages others to take risks: "Even if you fail, you'll never wonder what if"

Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue website: https://www.luckyorphans.org/

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Five science-backed hacks can significantly boost your focus, energy, and happiness through simple daily practices. These practical strategies help conserve mental energy and maximize your "green zone" time for optimal brain health and productivity.

• The 27-3 method prevents multitasking brain drain by setting a timer for 27 minutes of distraction-free focus followed by 3 minutes of movement
• Think of your mental energy like a cell phone battery, regularly checking your charge level and implementing "charging" strategies when needed
• Use five-minute movement bursts to increase brain blood flow and boost mood-enhancing neurotransmitters
• Practice the red-yellow-green light tool to match your activities to your current energy level
• Transform your sleep quality with a mindset shift - visualize waking refreshed and express gratitude for whatever sleep you get
• Combat decision fatigue by planning for "tomorrow you" - prepare outfits, meals, and essentials the night before
• Small, consistent changes create momentum toward greater happiness and energy

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Ever catch yourself resisting an easier path because you've tied your identity to the struggle? That's exactly where I found myself while contemplating a career change from emergency nursing to school nursing.

The decision seemed obvious—trading 12-hour high-stress hospital shifts for a schedule aligned with my children's school day. Yet I agonized over what this meant for my identity. "Am I still a legitimate nurse if I'm not working in a hospital?" This question haunted me until two wise women in my life asked why I was fighting the ease being offered to me.

Their question stopped me in my tracks, especially since one of my own guiding questions for finding purpose has always been: "How can this be easy?" The irony wasn't lost on me—I'd been resisting my own advice. We've created a culture that glorifies being busy and burnt out, wearing exhaustion like a badge of honor. But science confirms what our bodies already know: prolonged stress impairs decision-making and emotional regulation. Studies show that when we're exhausted, we're less likely to use our recovery time well, creating a downward spiral.

This fall, I'm choosing ease. Not because I'm giving up or because I don't love emergency nursing, but because I'm honoring what serves me and my family in this season. The compassion that makes me a good nurse doesn't disappear when I change settings—it's who I am, not what I do.

Where in your life are you fighting the ease? What might you let go of to create more space for rest, creativity, and emotional resilience? Sometimes the bravest choice is giving yourself permission for things to be a little easier.

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Twenty-two-year-old salon owner Annalisa Imburgia shares her inspiring journey from employee to entrepreneur, demonstrating how she overcame fears and obstacles to establish her own successful business at the remarkably young age of 21.

• Annalisa felt unfulfilled working in salon environments and knew she needed a change
• Despite fears about client retention and her capabilities, she took the leap to open her own studio
• She prepared by taking business courses from established stylists and creating a detailed business plan
• Her supportive network of family and friends provided crucial encouragement
• The experience taught her to become "comfortable with being uncomfortable"
• She prioritizes creating a safe, welcoming environment where clients can come as they are
• Annalisa emphasizes that age shouldn't limit ambition and that anyone can learn the skills they need
• She encourages others not to get discouraged by bad experiences in any industry

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Getting back in the saddle has taught me two profound life lessons that apply to any challenge or dream we pursue. These simple but powerful insights emerged from my return to horseback riding as an adult, where I found myself facing fears I never had as a child.

• "Look where you want to go" - a fundamental rule of horseback riding that became an epiphany about life direction
• Without a clear vision of your destination, taking the first step toward your goals becomes impossible
• Setting your life's GPS requires knowing your destination before you can determine your route
• Fear is inevitable when making changes or taking risks, but we can choose to act despite it
• The transformative question: "What would I do if I wasn't afraid?"
• Letting go of fear creates physical and mental freedom to perform better
• Childhood fearlessness comes from not overthinking risks or consequences
• Acting "as if" you weren't afraid can transform your experience and results

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What happens when you trade your office view for mountain vistas? Dave Fatula found out when he left his 20-year career as a commercial real estate investment partner to create Guinea Fowl Adventure Company, a full-service hiking business based in Boston.

During the pandemic, Dave found himself spending more time hiking and trail running to maintain his sanity. The transformative moment came during a solo hike in pouring rain, when he realized how deeply happy he was despite the conditions. "I was on a ridge, alone and so happy," Dave shares. "I thought this mental health builder, as well as physical health that you gain by hiking – this is necessary and people need to connect with this."

Dave spotted a crucial gap in the outdoor recreation market. While mountaineering guides existed in places like the White Mountains and Adirondacks, no one was providing transportation, gear, and guidance all in one package for city dwellers. His company now removes all barriers to outdoor adventures, making nature accessible to everyone regardless of experience level.

The name "Guinea Fowl" comes from birds Dave observed at a dairy farm that stayed together in groups for safety, knew no boundaries, and called out to help strays find their way back – the perfect metaphor for his adventure company. A flock of guinea fowl is called a "confusion," which became his company's playful tagline: "Join the confusion."

During our conversation on the trails of Middlesex Fells, Dave speaks candidly about the challenges of career transition, particularly adjusting to not being his family's primary income provider. "A lot of your worth is tied up with your ability to produce," he reflects. "You provide for your family in lots of ways, not just economic."

Dave also offers pointed criticism of modern work culture: "Zoom became a digital leash. People who spent their entire professional lives were losing autonomy." He believes society needs a fundamental shift toward honoring personal time and finding meaning beyond professional identities.

When asked about living your "biggest, best life," Dave's answer crystallizes his philosophy: "It's owning your time and doing what you love. Spend your time with people you care for and who care for you, doing the things you enjoy."

Ready to reclaim your time and connect with nature? Visit guineafowladventure.com to learn more about how Dave and his team can guide your next outdoor experience.

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Lauren Chapnick shares her transformative journey from feeling stuck at 40 to living her purpose as a nurse, speaker, and podcast host. She introduces Biggest Best Life as your permission slip to pursue dreams while providing practical strategies to quiet life's noise and reconnect with your fearless inner seven-year-old self.

• Four questions to simplify decision-making and amplify your inner voice
• How asking "How can this be easy?" creates momentum without overwhelm
• Using "Is it a hell yes?" to eliminate decision fatigue and obligation
• The power of "acting as if" to build confidence and motivation
• Why creating more fun transforms energy and ignites creativity
• Reconnecting with your uninhibited seven-year-old self who knows what you want

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Welcome to She’s Got the Mic — the podcast for women entrepreneurs and aspiring speakers who are ready to trust their intuition, take up space, and use speaking as a powerful tool to grow their business.

I’m your host, Lauren Chapnick — lifelong entrepreneur, speaker, and registered nurse — and this show was created for the woman who feels the pull to speak but isn’t waiting for permission anymore.

In this trailer episode, you’ll hear the heart behind She’s Got the Mic and why this podcast exists: because when you hand a woman a microphone, magic happens.

This show is for you if you are:

• A woman entrepreneur who wants to become a more confident speaker
• An aspiring speaker ready to step onto stages (or finally say yes to the mic)
• A business owner using speaking to grow visibility, authority, and impact
• A woman who knows she has something to say — and is done playing small

On She’s Got the Mic, we talk about:

• Confidence and stage presence for women speakers
• Storytelling that connects and converts
• Personal brand and message clarity
• Using speaking to grow your business
• The real, behind-the-scenes journey of becoming a speaker
• Trusting your intuition and owning your voice

You’ll hear solo episodes and conversations with women who are actively using speaking to expand their business, claim their space, and build momentum — without the fluff or outdated “rules.”

If you’ve ever felt the nudge to speak…
 If you know your voice matters…
 If you’re ready to stop waiting and start taking the mic…

You’re in the right place.

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