Ep. 70: The Power of Intuition: Lisa Grace’s Journey from Success Mask to Authentic Joy

What if making seven figures, becoming the mayor of your town, and being adored by everyone wasn’t enough to feel joy—or even enough to feel worthy? Leadership coach Lisa Grace reveals her astonishing comeback story: from outward success and inner emptiness, to finding unshakeable self-love, breaking generational trauma, and ultimately choosing herself for the very first time.Tune in as Lisa Grace and Joe Rivera dive deep into the cycles of burnout, the masks we wear for acceptance, and how real transformation isn’t about escaping your life—but coming home to your authentic self. Learn how Lisa Grace went from a high-achieving, approval-seeking people pleaser to someone who now leads with intuition, alignment, and purpose—and coaches others to do the same.Key highlights include:The surprising pain beneath outward successHow changing your environment can crack open your true potentialThe difference between happiness and joyWhy “choosing yourself” might be the hardest—and most vital—decision you makePractical advice for breaking unhealthy patterns and finding your voiceTimestamped Overview:00:00 – Introduction & welcoming Lisa Grace01:10 – Lisa’s intense 2-year comeback story02:43 – From mayor & embezzlement scandal to Joyful Leadership Coach04:30 – What it felt like to lose control of her life05:28 – The power of changing environments and breaking cycles09:05 – The unhealthy pattern of seeking love through achievement11:09 – The emptiness beneath outward success and burnout13:09 – The “success mask” & stories we tell ourselves18:11 – The inherited vs. hereditary nature of generational trauma19:14 – Divorce, isolation, and the trap of pretending “I’m fine”22:26 – Burnout, superpowers born from trauma, and breakthrough27:14 – Realizing it was time to stop living empty—choosing alignment33:38 – Discovering the power of decision and choosing yourself37:00 – Core values uncovered: trust and intuition38:03 – Lisa’s 30 days in Italy: learning radical self-trust44:15 – Breaking generational curses and listening to your intuition46:45 – How transformation doesn’t mean blowing up your life49:39 – Lisa’s mission and where to find her49:08 – Defining purpose and “forging” yourself through pain51:55 – The #1 tool to begin reforging your life53:38 – What Lisa does for fun (hint: unleash your inner child!)54:35 – Closing thoughts & gratitudeDon’t miss this episode if you’re ready to stop performing and start living—joyfully, powerfully, and on your own terms.