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Success Through Scars20. Broke Bitter Bitch to Successful Businesswoman: Exposing my Personal Money Mindset JourneyIn this solo episode of Success through Scars, I’m telling the vulnerable truth about my money journey: how I went from broke, bitter, and resentful to running a six-figure business and finally feeling safe with money.I open up about:Living in low-income housing (and not even realizing it at first)Resenting my friends whose parents paid for everythingStruggling to accept help or even receive kindnessWorking four jobs just to get by while building my businessThe moment things finally started to shift (hint: it involved delusional confidence and a mentor)If you’ve ever felt...2025-07-2317 minSuccess Through Scars19. Music is Magic: Stephanie Ball's Story of Healing Grief & Trauma Through SoundIn this episode of Success through Scars, I chat with Stephanie Ball- an opera singer, sound healer, and now recording artist- about navigating grief, honoring the body’s needs, and using music as medicine. Stephanie shares the raw story of losing her father to dementia, the repeated heartbreak of saying goodbye in small pieces, and how that grief unlocked old wounds she didn’t even realize still needed healing.She dives into how sound healing helps release stored trauma in the body and why shoulders, hips, and throats often hold our deepest stuck energy. We also chat abou...2025-07-0944 minSuccess Through Scars18. From Hospital Rooms to Helping & Healing Hearts: Kristin Tomasello’s Mission-Driven LifeToday I sit down with my cousin Kristin Tomasello- our first real heart-to-heart, and what a story she has! From watching her dad collapse from leukemia at 12, to battling her own autoimmune struggles for years, to now running her own foundation, writing books, and launching a sun care line (all while spreading fierce love and faith).We talk healing from the inside out- with food, scripture, boundaries, and compassion. Kristin is living proof that you can turn your deepest pain into a mission that helps thousands. If you’re going through something hard right now, this one’s fo...2025-07-0935 minSuccess Through Scars17. When Success Feels Exhausting..a lil solo pep talk <3If you're feeling bone-deep tired- even though you're doing work you love- this episode is for you.I'm fresh off a crazy busy week: I just wrapped a musical I produced from the ground up (with 50 kids!), I'm prepping for a huge move, launching the next round of Crescendo Club, and singing paid gigs nearly every day. I'm deeply fulfilled… and I'm also exhausted.In this solo episode, I'm sharing a raw, honest reflection on what it means to feel both grateful and worn out.Because sometimes, the life we dreamed of is also th...2025-05-2106 minSuccess Through Scars16. Dana Lynne Varga’s Story of Burning the Rulebook: Gastric Bypass, Divorce, Sobriety & Radical ReinventionIn this episode, I interview my dear friend and one of the most badass women I know, Dana Lynne Varga. Dana is an accomplished career coach, singer, voice teacher, and fierce advocate for singers. But beyond her career, she’s a woman who has walked through fire and come out blazing.In this episode, we dive deep into her journey through gastric bypass, divorce, sobriety, and the powerful reinvention of her life, career, and sense of self. Dana shares so openly about the pain she endured, the shame she carried, and the freedom she found in rewriting he...2025-05-0542 minSuccess Through Scars15. You're Not Unmotivated, You're DysregulatedIf you've ever asked yourself, "WHY can't I just get it together?" "Why am I so exhausted from doing nothing?" this episode is for you.Recorded while I'm not feeling well and taking a sick day, I realized I was actually burnt out. Because I'm going through some massive Uplevels in life right now.We go over:- why you feel exhausted right now- why nervous system regulation is the foundation of sustainable change- how to get into energetic alignmentDM me "UPLEVEL" if you're...2025-04-1708 minSuccess Through Scars14. PEP talk for crying on the couch because nothing is workingLast night, I was literally crying on my couch. So naturally, today I recorded a podcast episode- because I KNOW I’m not the only one who’s felt like that.This one’s for the version of you who just had a bad audition, launched something that no one bought, or is feeling super rejected. The version of you who's questioning, "Is any of this worth it??"I see you. I am you.In this little pep talk episode, I’m sharing the full-circle moment of finally getting to teach my Strength for Sing...2025-04-1108 minSuccess Through Scars13. Taking Up Space as a Powerful Woman with Katrina FasuloToday's episode is so special because I’m joined by one of my dearest friends, Katrina Fasulo! Katrina is an arts leader whose journey is full of resilience, self-discovery, and unapologetic growth. She shares her story of navigating imposter syndrome, workplace dynamics, and early experiences of being bullied for standing out as a tall, self-assured woman.Katrina opens up about what it’s taken to step fully into her power- learning to take up space, leaning on mentorship, and creating spaces of belonging. She shares how her internal drive and commitment to alignment have fueled a career fill...2025-04-0943 minSuccess Through Scars12. Real Talk: My Income Has Been Coasting for 3 Years - and Why That's Okay!Is it okay to "coast" in business and not make growing your income the #1 goal of your life? Of course it is! This is something I previously felt ashamed to share but no longer do.The past few years, I have been prioritizing my mental health over income growth. That means I have intentionally not grown my business. I haven't hired business mentors, I haven't tried to grow my audience, none of that. I've focused solely on EMDR trauma therapy and getting myself to a place of regulation. And it's served me well! I feel stable and...2025-03-2609 minSuccess Through Scars11. Depression, Coming Out, and Religious Trauma: Countertenor Lucas Coura's JourneyToday's interview is with my incredible client Lucas Coura, who is a successful countertenor and voice teacher and has the biggest heart of anyone I know!TW: suicidal ideation and depression. If you are struggling, please text or call 988.Lucas shares his story of overcoming significant challenges including growing up as an immigrant, religious trauma, coming out as gay, struggling with depression, and hospitalization for his mental health. Despite all the struggles he faced, Lucas has achieved success as both a countertenor and a voice teacher (his students get scholarships into grad school- he's amazing!)2025-03-2043 minSuccess Through Scars10. Healing from Emotional Abuse and Finding Her Voice: Nina Evelyn's StoryIn this episode of Success Through Scars, I'm joined by my former client Nina Evelyn. Nina shares her profound story of resilience, detailing the emotional abuse she faced from her narcissistic mother and how it impacted her relationships and self-worth. She vulnerably discusses recognizing similar patterns of abuse with her ex-boyfriend and the challenging journey of cutting off toxic relationships to find herself. Nina highlights the crucial support from her friends, which helped her heal and build confidence. She also talks about her successful career in opera and how she now uses her experiences to help heal others through...2025-02-2748 minSuccess Through Scars9. Food Stamps to Full Time Entrepreneur: Mary Kray's Journey of Healing, Radical Responsibility, & Artistic EmpowermentIn this episode of Success Through Scars, I’m joined by my lovely client, Mary Kray, a multi-passionate entrepreneur, opera singer, voice teacher, and founder of Soul Recharge, an online community for artists and creatives. Mary opens up about her transformative journey from struggling financially and emotionally, to stepping into her power as a full-time entrepreneur. We dive deep into her experience of overcoming trauma, financial hardship, and the impact of elitism and sexism in music programs. These challenges fueled her entrepreneurial drive to create a compassionate, inclusive space for fellow artists through her Soul Recharge group healing program. Th...2025-02-0536 minSuccess Through Scars8. Our FIRST Interview! (Secret Guest): Vocal Nodes, Healing Your Throat Chakra, and Using Your VoiceIn this powerful episode, we’re joined by a SECRET guest who shares her incredible journey of overcoming vocal nodes, healing her throat chakra, and using her voice to transform her life. From not feeling heard as a child to becoming a highly sought-after vocal coach, she now helps others find their authentic voices through her program, Sing From Your Soul. Tune in to discover how vocal healing can empower you and learn the deeper connection between your voice and self-expression. If you’ve struggled with vocal challenges or want to reclaim your voice, this episode is for you!...2025-01-2935 minSuccess Through Scars7. PEP Talk for when others think you have it easyThis episode was inspired by a conversation I had with a client today. She shared how others often perceive her success as effortless, even though it took significant struggle to get where she is! And sometimes, she STILL struggles. This led her to feeling very misunderstood and not seen. If you’ve ever felt similarly, this episode is for you.We’ll dive into why people only see the highlight reel, how to own your journey without guilt, and why your struggles don’t diminish your success. Let this be a reminder that even when others don’t unders...2025-01-2805 min