Alchemy Experience

Melissa is a mom, Marine, artist, survivor, & advocate for veterans facing mental and physical disabilities.  Melissa has learned how to take the challenges she has faced in he life and turn them in to change, not just for her life but for those who come in to her world.  Melissa is a write & artist, discovering that through expression change is possible.  Be sure to follow Melissa: https://www.facebook.com/melitarysmantras

If you're looking to be a part of a group of empowering fun leading women... consider the Legacy Leadhers membership!Reach out to Desire [email protected] or Erin at [email protected]

Sustainable habits with Melissa| Ep. 155Melissa is a certified fitness and nutrition coach specializing in helping women over 40 lose fat, build strength, and finally ditch restrictive diets. Through her HerShift360 method, she teaches sustainable habits that fit real life, not the scale.

Join me as I sit down and learn more about Ayla Mecalf. She is a positive life architect- sharing her knowledge about products that have served her so they can serve you! Ayla has created a positive life planner for the busy women who wants to stay on track while feeling inspired and motivated.you can find Ayla over on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ayla.brooks.7

Penny Chiasson is a board-certified hypnotist and creator of the Identity Matrix™ Method. She helps seekers and aspiring hypnotists understand how identity actually changes — and why insight alone isn’t enough. Her work bridges neuroscience, subconscious transformation, and ethical hypnosis training for those called to create real impact.Follow Penny: https://www.instagram.com/penny.chiassonwww.pennychiasson.com

Join us as we sit down with Susan Throop as she shares her wisdom in leadership. Susan is an amazing leader inside the corporate space. Susan has written numerous anthologies and is a true expert in deep identity work. she shares her story and her reason she has joined us in Legacy Leadhers! You can follow Susan on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SGThroopLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanthroop?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

If you're looking to be a part of a group of empowering fun leading women... consider the Legacy Leadhers membership!Reach out to Desire [email protected] or Erin at [email protected]

When Love Deepens: Partners, Passion and Poly with Candace| Ep. 150This episode is jam backed with discussion around the true meaning of connection and how it looks different for everyone. Listen as Candace and I discuss how we view romantic partnership and relationships in general. It all comes down to connection, communication and love. Candace Klein is a lawyer, entrepreneur, and transformational leader whose work spans finance, technology, and human development. Over the past fifteen years, Candace has served in senior executive and C-suite roles across venture-backed startups and global payments companies. Today, Candace leads The Liberation Company, where she facilitates emotional intelligence, somatic healing, and identity-based workshops designed to support deep personal and collective transformation. She lives on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, with her husband Andrew, their son Ivar, and their two dogs, Pan and Cinder.Candance's most recent book: Polyagony: the art of repair in open relationships, is her most recent book and venture in to more communication and discussion around open relationships and how changing the culture. You can learn more about Candance, her retreats, work and books here:www.polyagony.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/candace.klein/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidethemindofcandaceklein/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candacesjogren/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@candacesjogren7056

Lisa Woodruff is the founder & CEO of Organize 365. Lisa and 87% of Americans believe organization is a learnable skill. Yet less than 18% of those same Americans feel they are organized. As the host of the top-rated Organize 365 Podcast, with 24 million downloads & counting, Lisa shares strategies for reducing the overwhelm, clearing the mental clutter, and living a productive and organized life.You can find Lisa:http://instagram.com/organize365http://organize365.com/

I had the absolutely pleasure to sit down Sabrina and discuss the topic of alchemy which is so near and dear to both of our hearts!Sabrina is an EQ Leader & Coach who teaches a revolutionized form of Emotional Intelligence: her framework does not teach you to control emotions from a cognitive standpoint, but rather guides you to liberate and express emotions as a form of power.Sabrina is a certified teacher with a Master of Education in Developmental Psychology; and the Co-Author of the international best selling book The Divine Feminine Rising.Leaders, Educators and Entrepreneurs come to her to turn repressed, unsafe, or overwhelming emotions into anchored power that creates tangible life upgrades in income, leadership and relationships.The pillars of her work include: Empathic Leadership, Empowered Vulnerability, Compassionate Communication and Embodied Emotional Intelligence.You can connect with Sabrina by checking her out on instagram:https://www.instagram.com/iamsabrinamabel/or her website:https://sabrinamabel.podia.com/

Welcome to March and all things St Pattys and luck of the Irish!! Tap in to Legacy LeadHERs series for our March edition as Desire and Erin talk about business, entrepreneurship and that it has nothing to do with luck. What people see vs behind the scenes and the things it takes to build and sustain a successful business that has nothing to do with luck!

Listen as Desire and Erin sit down with the husbands and talk about how to stay connected and the highs and lows of marriage especially being married to an entrepreneur

During the COVID pandemic, when performing artists abruptly found their livelihoods on hold, Veronica felt called to share her personal finance knowledge. In ‘Making Money Is Simple,’ Veronica details the actions and mindset it took to pay off over $100,000 of debt in three years on a median salary. In her signature Money Simple coaching program, Veronica helps professionals and creatives stop going paycheck to paycheck so they can provide an abundant life for their families and start living out their dreams.Connect with Veronica on Instagram or Facebook:IG: https://www.instagram.com/makingmoneyissimple/FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575215157056LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/makingmoneyissimple/Buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DGGSMWRYVisit the website: https://makingmoneyissimple.com/

Join me as I talk to Cynthia Donovan, a Nutritionist for women, specifically a period recovery dietitian. Cythia has supported hundreds of women regulate their hormones, periods and helped them regain their period to get pregnant and/or healthy! Get to know Cynthia and follow her over at period.nutitionist:https://www.instagram.com/period.nutritionist?igsh=MXM0aDZjdTh0MWFjZw==

Desire and I sat down with one of our Legacy LeadHERs exclusive members, Tiffany Laprade. Tiffan is an amazing human leaving her legacy on this world through leadership in education. She not only is a remarkable teacher but is now traveling the world sharing her tools with other teachers so they can rise as well! You can find Tiffany on facebook where she hangs most:https://www.facebook.com/tiffanyrachellynn

Desire and I sat down with one of our Legacy LeadHERs exclusive members Dr. Aneidra Leysath!! She is an amazing human leaving her legacy through beautiful leadership as a pediatrician and partner in various health products as an entrepreneur and CEO of her life! Check out a full interview around Aneidra's story https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alchemy-experience/id1614539902?i=1000699628137and you can find Aneidra on all social media as Aneidra Leyseth: https://www.facebook.com/aneidra.leysath

Meredith is a leadership strategist and speaker who helps people grow by focusing on what’s real, controllable, and sustainable. Her work is shaped by lived experience, including years spent as a full-time caregiver for my quadriplegic mother while working and putting myself through college. That season redefined how I understand resilience, responsibility, and growth.Today, she helps individuals and organizations translate clarity into action through honest conversations, practical frameworks, and grounded leadership, because real transformation comes from truth and consistency, not just motivation.Connect with Meredith:@meredithwalkerleadership on youtubeMeredith Walker on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/1BtXZFXmWS/?mibextid=wwXIfr [email protected]

If your health has changed and you’re quietly grieving who you used to be, this episode is for you. We talk about the emotional side of health changes, identity loss, and why what worked before may not fit anymore. This is an honest conversation about learning to care for a changing body, without shame, force, or hustle.

In this episode Anna and I dive in to how energetics and somatic work has allowed us to show up to lead ourself and others stronger. Anna is a healer and thought leader who has impacted so many lives! Learn more about Anna and follow her @iam.theannalovehttps://www.instagram.com/iam.theannalove?igsh=MTVlMGcxcWVpeWJjcQ==

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This episode is an invitation to unbox the belief that leadership must be heavy. We explore how joy and fun are markers of grounded, embodied leadership—and why women don’t need to burn themselves out to be powerful.Head over and watch our shenanigans on tiktok and click the link belowhttps://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8yqdJNh/If you're looking to be a part of a group of empowering fun leading women... consider the Legacy Leadhers membership!Reach out to Desire [email protected] or Erin at [email protected]

want to have more of these deep convos?Join our Legacy Leadhers Exclusive Membership group? Reach out to Desire [email protected] or Erin at [email protected]

want to have more of these deep convos?Join our Legacy Leadhers Exclusive Membership group? Reach out to Desire [email protected] or Erin at [email protected]

Karen is a nationally recognized special education advocate, speaker, and mediator with over two decades of experience guiding families, educators, and professionals through the complexities of special education systems. Known as The Special Education Boss®, she brings deep expertise in IDEA, Section 504, and disability advocacy, with a clear commitment to ensuring equitable access and meaningful outcomes for students with disabilities.Author of The Epic IEP is a powerful practical guide that empowers parents, educators and advocates to navigate the IEP process with clarity & confidence!Pick up your copy today:https://a.co/d/5xcxMi1Check out Karen and follow her on social:https://TheEpicIEP.comhttps://SpecialEducationAcademy.comhttps://www.facebook.com/specialeducationacademyhttps://www.instagram.com/specialeducationboss/https://www.youtube.com/c/SpecialEducationAcademy/videos

There are 3 Survival Codes:Health- physical and mentalRelationships- old and building new Wealth- getting out of debt and building wealth Cracking these codes and moving from surviving to thriving is understanding the psychological blueprint AND the biology of this today we dive in to the financial wealth code that keeps is stuck in survival mode

The most powerful women didn’t wait. They moved, and others followed.How to Start Leading Without PermissionDecide you’re a leader — identity FIRST.Stop asking the wrong people for approval — especially those not living the life you want.Own your voice — state your vision, your opinions, your boundaries out loud.Lead in micro-moments — at home, in your business, in your relationships.Expect discomfort — resistance means you’re leading, not hiding.Ready to join our Legacy Leadhers Exclusive Membership group? Reach out to Desire [email protected] or Erin at [email protected]

Join us as we discuss Boundary Blueprint: how to hold boundaries as a legacy leader!

Hang with us Social Work gals as we chat about big life transitions and audacious dreams.Jill Mattiga and I have known each other since our wild and crazy college days and over the years of becoming clinical social workers while having babies we continue to root for each other.Jill walks us through her journey of motherhood and self discovery of who she wanted to be in this world.A new renowned dream and goal emerged as she went through the process and struggle of getting pregnant and having babies. Jill realized there is not enough support through this journey of motherhood, and decided she will create that!Jill is now devoted to creating a community and safe place for women through all parts of the motherhood journey to feel supported and guided to build their own foundation to create a beautiful life for themselvesJill is living proof of this as well as having the skills therapeutically to help woman.I am so honored and excited to introduce Jill Mittiga as not only my friend but to support her in the lunching of her private practice as a clinicalsocial worker in the parinatal world.you can find Jill on all things social as Jillian Mittiga:website: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/jillian-mittiga-batavia-ny/1157979Instagram: jmitt014Facebook: Jillian Mittiga

Kijuan Amey is a military vet, drummer, and motivational guru. He was a young man playing football, living life to its fullest with a motorcycle accident took his sight, his ability to walk but not his spirit and determination to rise above it. After a long road of recovery and healing, Kijuan knew this tragedy mean God was calling him for something huge, and he listened. He is now a motivational speaker, author and CEO of Amey Motivation. He travels and speaks on stages of what it means to not give up on your dream and determined to change the narrative of what success really is. You can find Kijuan on all social media as Kijuan Amey. Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kijuanamey/Website:https://ameymotivation.com/

Listen as we dive in about our Legacy LeadHERs and what it means to be a true leader in this world. Missed the first episode? Go back and check it out when we talk all about Legacy! Want to learn more?! Follow Desire Cruz and Erin Pittinaro on all social media and reach out join our exclusive membership today.

We have 10 weeks left in 2025 so lets honor the top 10 episodes of all time!! #1Guys, I can't begin to explain what an amazing human being Emily is. It has been a pleasure to connect with her and an honor to have her on my podcast. To say that her work on this earth is going to touch so many humans is beyond words. Her knowledge of diabetes, her healing comfort, remarkable heart and determination is incomprehensible and unbelievable.Emily has been through more traumatic experiences than most people could imagine in her life and has lived to tell all of it. I will let her share, but I am so proud of who she has become despite all that she has endured. She is momma bear, a wife, a remarkably caring daughter and friend. I can't wait to watch Emily grow in her work, her book will be coming out soon and don't worry we will have her on the show again as she has so much more to share. If you want to follow Emily, she can be found on social media as Emily Coates <3e

Welcome to the Legacy Leaders Series!!! where powerful women come together to share stories of purpose, leadership, and becoming.Here, we talk about what it takes to build a legacy that matters; from healing old patterns to leading with heart.Join the conversation, rise with us, and remember legacy isn’t what you leave behind it’s what you live every day.Would you like to be a part of the Legacy Leaders Exclusive Membership?! Reach out directly to:Desire Cruz on all social media or email at [email protected] or Erin Pittinaro on all social or [email protected]

Alexis Leigh is a writer and advocate for self-healing through unconventional methods, including psychedelics and deep inner work.  With a background in finance and consulting, her personal journey led her away from the corporate world and into a life centered around authenticity and transformation.  Pain Is a Portal to Beauty is her first book, a testament to the power of feeling deeply and embracing the unknown.You can connect with Alexis directly at https://www.alexisleigh.com/

Mary is an avid runner who knows the tips and tricks for endurance and took that process to the market as the founder of maxima Marketing Strategies. This is a marketing agency providing content marketing strategies to strengthen your brand and reach more customers, your brand maximized. You can check out more about this work at Wwww.maximastrategiesllc.com You can follow Mary on all things social media as Mary Casey or her brand Maxima Marketing Strategies:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BWvXQLKnZ/?mibextid=wwXIfrInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/maxima_mktg_strategies?igsh=eGVtNGZxdG9vOHNnMary:https://www.instagram.com/mkatecasey92?igsh=MWJhNjF5bDZyMG5weA==

Isaac Mashman is a guru in Personal Branding Consulting. He took a 30 minute podcast interview with me into a quick consulting sesh and changed my life!! This guy is the real deal. If you are looking to grow a personal brand personally or professionally, his framework and philosophy are pure gold! Check out Isaac across all social media:https://www.isaacmashman.com/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/isaacmashmanofficialIstagram:https://www.instagram.com/isaacmashman?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=bmlhZHg1OW5sb2dw

Julia is one of the most spiritually tapped in humans I have had the pleasure to meet. She has unlocked the code on listening to your inner compass and following your soul calling. Not only does she coach women on how to do the same, she is an author and retreat host! She is the host of the Sovereign Mommas Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2XITr5LWPej7h3VsJLoRfR?si=1f3306f43b284c6cFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/julia.jerg.joyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliajerg_official?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=MTMwOG5kNzR4bzBvbA==

Latasha is a Coach, Writing Consultant and Retreat Host - she is an amazing human with so much wisdom in the art of story telling. She has written over a dozen books and has lead countless humans to writing and publishing their book!! Google Latasha Jimerson to see all that is doing and please follow her over on facebook:https://www.facebook.com/jimerson.tasha

I had the pleasure to sit down with Dr. Pam Denton about her amazing method on transforming our energy as clinicians and practitioners. It is amazing how so many of us are natural born leaders, but often find ourselves burned out or stuck. With Pam's method of Heart Centered Leadership & release specific energies to tap in to true transformational leadership. Her Leadership Lifeforce episodes are a key component to growth inside a business or organization. Consider joining Pam to accelerate your business and life and unlock your leadership potential. you can find Pam on all socials:Facebook- https://www.linkedin.com/in/drpamdenton?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appLinkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/drpamdenton?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appWebsite- www.positiveevolutionconsulting.com

Here are 5 powerful prompts to take you deeper into your own reinvention.Use them one at a time, or binge them in one soul-stirring session. But whatever you do—don’t overthink it. Let the pen lead.What parts of me have I outgrown, but still feel obligated to carry?If I wasn’t afraid of disappointing anyone, what would I choose today?Where in my life am I shrinking to stay safe?What would my unapologetic self say about the life I’m living?Who am I becoming—and what does she need from me now?

Why do some people bounce back from stress, while others shut down for days? It’s not magic-it's habit. Today, I’m sharing 5 daily habits that emotionally resilient people practice and how you can start applying them immediatelyThe 5 Habits :Habit 1: Mini-Metal Status Check-inHabit 2: Micro-BoundariesHabit 3: Movement, Not MotivationHabit 4: Connection Over PerfectionHabit 5: ReflectionPick one of these habits and try it for just three days. Pay attention to how you feel. Emotional resilience doesn’t come from big life changes, it comes from small, daily decisions.   Messy action backed by intention with a clear vision is what creates massive change over time! If this helped, send it to one friend who could use a resilience boost today. And don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss next week’s episode on burnout-proofing your goals

WELCOME to the NEW Alchemy Experience Podcast...New name, same host, same vibe — just with a whole new level of intention. ‘This Life’s the Pitts’ is now ‘The Alchemy Experience,’ aligning with the growth, transformation, and magic this journey is all about. Tune in to hear why the shift happened, what’s staying the same, and what’s coming next.<3e

Aneidra is one of the most remarkable human beings. Buckle up for this episode because her story will fill your soul with inspiration. Not only is she an amazing pediatrician but the path for her to get there is amazing. Thank you Aneidra for your spirit and beautiful soul. Please check her out on all social media platforms:IG: https://www.instagram.com/aneidranleysath.md?igsh=MXFtbTIwOTA4M2VuNQ==Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/19zYKeXwu5/?mibextid=wwXIfrTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@babydoc320?_t=ZT-8uStRBa2h1n&_r=1

Nicole is a fellow social worker, momma, coach, networking and even extraordinaire!Learn more about how Nicole as leaned in to her passion and purpose in serving women in her community to grow and find their true healing and calling! She is also in the anthology Warrior Women Series 3! Pleas reach out to Nicole on how to purchase one of her books and be sure to follow her! Follow Nicole on all social media: Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/1F7NopxhN7/?mibextid=wwXIfrIG:https://www.instagram.com/thrivingwithbabychicago?igsh=MWhyb3ppOGdzbjZiaw==

Quick Pitt Stop episode- updates on life, HAPPY SOCIAL WORK MONTH!!lean in to your emotional intelligence!!

Lori Murphy is an incredible speaker, coach and amazing representation of what it means to take your story and rise in order to help others rise too. Lori's passion for empowering other women is two fold, to lead herself every day to pursue a life of beautiful joy and support other women along with her to do the same. I am so incredibly grateful our paths have crossed and allowed us to join forces in showing women that they can collaborate and rise with out competition. Listen to Lori share her story and be sure to follow her on all social. You can find Lori on social media On instagram: Lori_murphy_coaching Facebook: Lori A. Murphy And follow her over on her podcast- SheThrives Influential Women Podcast

I had to best time sitting down with dozens of executive level mommas and asked them about the secret sauce to 'balancing' it all. Go back to part I, but today's episode features: Jen Schwyzer and Desire Cruz

Erin Howe is not only an amazing momma of 3 but a Nurse Practitioner, author and inspiring human! Erin's story is remarkable, but today we talked through how to care for aging loved ones and she details out supports and tools in her book "Caring for Aging Loved Ones: A Comprehensive Guide to Navigating the Healthcare System While Avoiding Caregiver Burnout" you can find it below: https://a.co/d/g0kCbE0 Erin's expertise is in working with and caring for the aging, however it goes even deeper than that. Erin has also conducted a research study of how to support staff in nursing homes to have quality work environment and care for patients. Erin's amazing study was published and now implemented in other nursing homes. You can follow Erin on social media Facebook and LinkedIn: Erin Howe

There are 3 steps to going from surviving to thriving. Today we chat about the first step: taking control of our physical and mental health! WHEN WE PRIORITIZE OUR HEALTH HERE IS WHAT CHANGES. Enhanced Productivity and Performance: Stress Reduction and Resilience: Better Mental Clarity: Long-Term Sustainability: Improved Self-Esteem and Confidence: Role Model for Others: Practical Things You Can Do for Physical Health: Regular Exercise: Adequate Sleep: Eat a Balanced Diet: Stay Active Throughout the Day: Routine Medical Check-Ups: Practical Things You Can Do for Mental Health: Practice Mindfulness and Meditation: Set Boundaries Journaling for Clarity: Professional Support (Therapy/Counseling OR COACHING Unplug from Work:

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Erica Hernandez, an amazingly talented human and badass! After so many years of ignoring her gifts and desires Erica decided to go after her dreams. She made massive BOLD MOVES by following her inner guidance and pursuing her passion in career of acting. Listen to Erica's story - and be sure to follow her on her journey and not to mention she'll make you pee your pants laughing! Facebook: Erica Hernandez Instagram: @besillywithe

What a year 2024!! So many amazing things, including growth and connection. As we kick off 2025 I am so excited for what's to come: -private practice accelerator program -more connection and collabs through The Alchemy Experience Community! -health AND wealth ! Join us in the Alchemy Experience Community over on Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566289473166 Be sure to spend time this January reviewing your loves, likes and leaves- what are you taking with you and what are you leaving behind for 2025! let this be the BEST year yet!! lets go light it up! <3 e