In this inspiring episode of the UpliftHER Leadership Series on the Self-Care Goddess Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Theresa Marangas—founder of Wisdom of Wellness, seasoned attorney, leadership coach, and Chair of two chapters of the Women Presidents Organization.
Our conversation was a powerful and heartfelt exploration of how grace, tenacity, and authenticity can transform both leadership and life. Theresa shared her courageous journey from a high-pressure legal career to creating a space for women leaders to thrive—rooted in compassion, curiosity, and inner wisdom.
Here’s what we explored in this empowering and deeply moving conversation:
✅ Destigmatizing sexual abuse and prioritizing mental health check-ins through therapy and self-awareness
✅ The difference between resilience and tenacity—and why adding “sass” to strength changes everything
✅ How to balance masculine and feminine energy in demanding professions
✅ Redefining “balance” by embracing life’s natural imbalances with grace and intention
✅ Recognizing burnout through misaligned values and how to realign with purpose
✅ The power of adult friendships, community, and small daily acts of kindness
✅ Leading with heart—how grace and dignity can ground you through life’s hardest transitions
Theresa’s story is a reminder that leadership is not about perfection, but presence. Her honesty and wisdom invite us to release guilt, honor our own rhythms, and lead from a place of wholeness and humanity.
✨ Take a deep breath. True leadership begins when we give ourselves permission to be human.
If you’d like to connect with Theresa or learn more about her work:
🔗 Wisdom of Wellness
🔗 Women Presidents Organization
🎙️ Tune in, reflect, and share this episode with a woman who’s ready to lead with courage, compassion, and grace.
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I’m Rita Savoia, Certified Nutritionist, Holistic Wellness Coach, Functional Breathing Coach, and founder of Breathwork Barista. My mission is to guide high-performing, heart-centered humans from burnout to balance using breath, self-awareness, and sustainable self-care practices.
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