The Unscripted Woman

Are your thoughts running the show… and not in a good way?In this episode of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, Kelly sits down with licensed therapists and co-authors Helene Zupank and Beth Valdez to explore how mantras can actually rewire your brain and help you break free from anxiety, overthinking, and negative thought loops.Their approach blends science-backed therapies like CBT and ACT with simple, practical tools you can use immediately. Even in the middle of a spiral.If you've ever felt stuck in your own head, this conversation will shift how you see your thoughts, and your power over them.Helene Zupanc and Beth Valdez are two Licensed Professional Counselors, residing in the beautiful Arizona desert, and co-authors of Sticky Note Mantras: The Art and Science of Choosing Your Thoughts. A playful, heartfelt, and science-backed self-help book that helps people stop living on autopilot and start rewiring their brains, one sticky note at a time.To connect further:https://www.stickynotemantras.comhttps://www.amazon.com/Sticky-Note-Mantras-Choosing-Thoughts/dp/B0D2LV2797https://www.instagram.com/stickynotemantras/https://tiktok.com/@stickynotemantras6https://www.facebook.com/stickynotemantrasbookhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/helenezupanc/Your host, Kelly Kingsland, works with successful women at transition points - career shifts, identity changes, empty nest - who are ready to stop outsourcing their power and lead themselves.After decades of living by the rules, the roles, and the relentless expectations placed on women, Kelly walked through her own unraveling: burnout, identity collapse, and the quiet ache of knowing she was meant for more. What she discovered on the other side became the foundation of her work.She is the creator and host of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, where she spotlights real, raw conversations with women who are rewriting the rules and rising on their own terms.Kelly’s mission is simple:to help women stop following the script, and design a life that finally feels like theirs.Kelly can be reached at:radiantfemme.ca www.facebook.com/kelly.m.kingslandIG @kellyradiantfemmeSupport the show

Medical Disclaimer:The information shared in this episode is for informational and educational purposes only and reflects the personal opinions and experiences of the guest. It is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any medical decisions or changes to your health regimen.What would you do if you were diagnosed with breast cancer, and told there were no guarantees?In this deeply personal and thought-provoking episode of The Unscripted Woman, I sit down with Barbara Walsh, who shares her unconventional journey after being diagnosed with breast cancer. Faced with a standard treatment plan of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation, Barbara chose a different path. One focused on nutrition, lifestyle changes, and supporting her body from within.Now, over 10 years cancer-free, she opens up about: ✨ The moment everything changed ✨ Why she questioned the conventional approach ✨ The role of stress, nutrition, and lifestyle in her healing journey ✨ The shifts she made to support her body and regain her energy ✨ What she believes women need to know about long-term health and preventionThis episode is not about telling you what to do. It’s about opening a conversation, exploring perspectives, and sharing one woman’s experience navigating one of life’s most difficult diagnoses.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by health information, disconnected from your body, or curious about alternative approaches to wellness, this conversation will leave you thinking differently.After overcoming breast cancer naturally, without surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy, Barbara Walsh became a board-certified master health coach on a mission. Now 10 years cancer-free, she helps women in midlife reset their metabolism so they can feel vibrant, energized, and confident today, while laying a strong foundation for lasting health and a reduced risk of breast cancer in the future.To connect further:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goodnaturewellnessInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/good_nature_wellnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/b-walsh-nbchwc/The Good Nature Wellness Podcasthttps://www.goodnaturewellness.com/podcastFree Resource for your audience: "5 Things I Wish I Had Known Before Being Diagnosed with Breast Cancer" https://www.goodnaturewellness.com/5thingsfreebieYour host, Kelly Kingsland, works with successful women at transition points - career shifts, identity changes, empty nest - who are ready to stop outsourcing their power and lead themselves.After decades of living by the rules, the roles, and the relentless expectations placed on women, Kelly walked through her own unraveling: burnout, identity collapse, and the quiet ache of knowing she was meant for more. What she discovered on the other side became the foundation of her work.She is the creator and host of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, where she spotlights real, raw conversations with women who are rewriting the rules and rising on their own terms.Kelly’s mission is simple:to help women stop following the script, and design a life that finally feels like theirs.Kelly can be reached at:radiantfemme.ca www.facebook.com/kelly.m.kingslandIG @kellyradiantfemmeSupport the show

Today on The Unscripted Woman Podcast, we're speaking to Dr. Cameo Green Coleman. She shares her experience  being a nurse practitioner during the pandemic, including the losses she suffered. We are also discussing the importance of telehealth medicine, particularly for those in a rural community. We touch on medical issues affecting today's health care system, as well as what the next steps in health care might look like. Dr. Cameo Green Coleman, a native of Columbia, South Carolina, began her collegiate studies at age 17 at the University of South Carolina before earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from USC Upstate in 2007. She went on to complete two Master of Science in Nursing degrees and a Doctor of Nursing Practice at the Medical University of South Carolina, where she was recognized as a First Honor Graduate (Valedictorian), Presidential Scholar, and Fellow. Her doctoral work focused on strengthening heart-failure care for rural communities.Dr. Coleman is nationally certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and brings over 11 years of experience as a doctoral-prepared FNP, along with more than five years of clinical practice in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatry. She recently earned her Post-Graduate Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate from Purdue Global University, where she was inducted as a Presidential Member of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS). She is certified as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-C).Dr. Coleman is the founder and owner of WholePath 360 Family and Mental Care, LLC, a practice where she provides telehealth services to patients in multiple states, focusing on whole-person mental and family health care.She is also a Certified Human Rights Consultant through the U.S. Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights in Washington, DC, and serves as an Ambassador for Sick Cells, advocating for individuals and families impacted by sickle cell disease. A respected speaker and community advocate, Dr. Coleman has presented at schools, universities, and civic events, including the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration in Hopkins, South Carolina. She was recognized as the Top Healthcare Provider in 2020 by Columbia, Greenville, and Charleston Business Magazines and named a “Midlands Woman on the Move.” Her biography is archived in the Richland County Library’s Black History Collection.To connect with Dr. Coleman further:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/14Y8z44F6do/?mibextid=wwXIfrInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/drcameocoleman/LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-cameo-green-coleman-1b998683 Your host, Kelly Kingsland, works with successful women at transition points - career shifts, identity changes, empty nest - who are ready to stop outsourcing their power and lead themselves.After decades of living by the rules, the roles, and the relentless expectations placed on women, Kelly walked through her own unraveling: burnout, identity collapse, and the quiet ache of knowing she was meant for more. What she discovered on the other side became the foundation of her work.She is the creator and host of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, where she spotlights real, raw conversations with women who are rewriting the rules and rising on their own terms.Kelly’s mission is simple:to help women stop following the script, and design a life that finally feels like theirs.Kelly can be reached at:radiantfemme.ca www.facebook.com/kelly.m.kingslandIG @kellyradiantfemmeSupport the show

What if feeling “frumpy” has nothing to do with your clothes… and everything to do with visibility?In this episode of The Unscripted Woman, Kelly sits down with style and confidence expert Mary Michele Nidiffer, also known as The Visibility Stylist, to explore the deeper truth behind why so many women over 40 begin to feel invisible.This conversation goes far beyond fashion.We dive into: Why “frumpy” is often a reflection of feeling unseen  The connection between personal style, identity, and self-expression  How cultural conditioning teaches women to shrink with age  The subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways women make themselves invisible  Style as an energetic and psychological tool for confidence  Why you don’t need to “fix” yourself to be seen  Reclaiming your presence, power, and voice in midlife You’ll also hear about Mary Michele’s Style Finder ID system and how aligning your outer appearance with your inner truth can transform how you show up in every area of your life.If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and felt disconnected… If you’ve told yourself “style doesn’t matter anymore”… If part of you is ready to be seen again…This episode is your invitation back to yourself.Mary Michele Nidiffer is a Master Style & Confidence Coach, keynote speaker, podcaster, and author who helps midlife women reclaim their presence, power, and self-expression. Known as The Visibility Stylist™, she works at the intersection of personal style, identity, and visibility, helping women overcome the cultural conditioning that taught them to shrink and instead show up fully expressed. Mary Michele is the author of the forthcoming book French Women Don’t Get Frumpy, a bold reframe on aging, confidence, and visibility inspired by French culture and her decades of experience helping women step into their next chapter. Through keynotes, workshops, and retreats, she invites women to stop shrinking and start showing up fully expressed.To connect further:Take the Frump Factor Quiz here - https://TheVisibilityStylist.com Instagram: @marymicheleofficialLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marymichelenidiffer/Website: https://TheVisibilityStylist.comSubstack:  https://substack.com/@theartofbecomingvisiblePodcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-art-of-becoming-visible/id1560924181Your host, Kelly Kingsland, works with successful women at transition points - career shifts, identity changes, empty nest - who are ready to stop outsourcing their power and lead themselves.After decades of living by the rules, the roles, and the relentless expectations placed on women, Kelly walked through her own unraveling: burnout, identity collapse, and the quiet ache of knowing she was meant for more. What she discovered on the other side became the foundation of her work.She is the creator and host of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, where she spotlights real, raw conversations with women who are rewriting the rules and rising on their own terms.Kelly’s mission is simple:to help women stop following the script, and design a life that finally feels like theirs.Kelly can be reached at:radiantfemme.ca www.facebook.com/kelly.m.kingslandIG @kellyradiantfemmeSupport the show

What if the life you built… no longer fits?In this episode of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, Kelly sits down with Erin Gregory, founder of a strategic communications consultancy and host of Notes from the Messy Middle, to talk about what it really looks like to step off the “expected” path and build a life that actually works for you. From navigating motherhood and career demands to starting a business from home, Erin shares her journey of redefining success. Not by doing more, but by aligning her work with her values.This is not a polished “success story.”It’s a conversation about the messy middle - the part most people skip.In this episode, we explore:• What it means to “own your time” instead of chasing more money • How to start a business while raising kids (without losing your mind) • Why most women feel stuck in careers that no longer fit • The reality of balancing motherhood, work, and identity • How to figure out what you’re actually good at, and what people will pay for • Why your career doesn’t have to follow a straight line • How to build a life that supports your values, not just your resumeErin also shares her personal experiences navigating motherhood challenges, including raising children with health issues while building her career, and how that shaped the way she works today. If you’ve ever felt like you’re supposed to have it all figured out by now… this episode will remind you that you don’t.And you don’t need to.Erin Gregory is the founder of Erin Gregory Creative, a strategic communications and brand consultancy serving mission-driven organizations. With 20+ years of marketing and communications experience across nonprofits, small businesses, and federal organizations, she works as a fractional CMO and consultant in healthcare, technology, and community development. She’s the author of Living on Purpose and Own Every Minute — two books for people ready to ditch the predetermined path and build a life on their own terms — and the host of Notes from the Messy Middle, a podcast for people who decided to do life differently.To connect with Erin further:https://eringregorycreative.substack.comhttps://www.instagram.com/erin_gregory_creativehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gregory-96a8b96Your host, Kelly Kingsland, works with successful women at transition points - career shifts, identity changes, empty nest - who are ready to stop outsourcing their power and lead themselves.After decades of living by the rules, the roles, and the relentless expectations placed on women, Kelly walked through her own unraveling: burnout, identity collapse, and the quiet ache of knowing she was meant for more. What she discovered on the other side became the foundation of her work.She is the creator and host of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, where she spotlights real, raw conversations with women who are rewriting the rules and rising on their own terms.Kelly’s mission is simple:to help women stop following the script, and design a life that finally feels like theirs.Kelly can be reached at:radiantfemme.ca www.facebook.com/kelly.m.kingslandIG @kellyradiantfemmeSupport the show

If sex feels like a chore… your body is trying to tell you something.What if the reason you don’t want sex… has nothing to do with libido?In this episode of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, Kelly sits down with intimacy coach Daria Lebedeva to talk about why so many women feel disconnected during sex, and what’s actually happening beneath the surface. From people-pleasing and “performing” intimacy… to feeling numb, avoidant, or completely shut down, this conversation gets into the real reasons desire disappears.Daria shares how her own journey through burnout, trauma, and nervous system dysregulation led her to discover the missing piece most women are never taught:Your body has to feel safe before it can feel pleasure.In this episode, we explore:• Why sex can start to feel like a chore• The link between trauma, the nervous system, and desire• What’s actually happening when you feel disconnected or “not into it”• How people-pleasing shows up in intimacy• Why forcing yourself makes it worse• What somatic work is — and how it helps you reconnect to your body• How to rebuild safety, trust, and desire from the inside outThis isn’t about fixing your sex life. It’s about understanding your body, and why it’s been protecting you.If you’ve ever thought, “What’s wrong with me?”, this episode will change how you see yourself.Daria Lebedeva is an Intimacy Coach who helps women ditch the pressure and finally enjoy pleasure again.Daria’s work blends science, soul, and lived experience. She trained in psychology and psychiatric research, worked on the frontlines of mental health, and later dove deep into trauma and body-based work after her own experiences with burnout and disconnection.She understands the real patterns women struggle with - from people-pleasing and performing during sex, to freezing, avoiding, or feeling ‘broken’.She’s basically the woman you call when you want to fix your sex life from the inside out.To connect further: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DariaLebedeva111Instagram - @enlightenedsoultribeLinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/darialebedeva1996Your host, Kelly Kingsland, works with successful women at transition points - career shifts, identity changes, empty nest - who are ready to stop outsourcing their power and lead themselves.After decades of living by the rules, the roles, and the relentless expectations placed on women, Kelly walked through her own unraveling: burnout, identity collapse, and the quiet ache of knowing she was meant for more. What she discovered on the other side became the foundation of her work.She is the creator and host of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, where she spotlights real, raw conversations with women who are rewriting the rules and rising on their own terms.Kelly’s mission is simple:to help women stop following the script, and design a life that finally feels like theirs.Kelly can be reached at:radiantfemme.ca www.facebook.com/kelly.m.kingslandIG @kellyradiantfemmeSupport the show

Content Warning: sexual assault, traumatic injury and deathSome stories are hard to hear… but they’re even harder to live through.In this episode of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, Kelly sits down with Tracy Smaldino, host of the Trauma Rockstars Podcast, to talk about survival, suppressed trauma, and the long road to healing. At just 12 years old, Tracy survived a devastating car accident that left her with severe burns over most of her body, a traumatic brain injury, and months of hospitalization. She was the only survivor. But the trauma didn’t end there.Years later, as a teenager, she experienced another devastating event that she kept secret for decades. She was drugged and gang raped at a high school party.For more than 40 years, Tracy suppressed the pain from these experiences, until meditation, nervous system work, and ultimately MDMA-assisted therapy helped her confront what she had carried for most of her life. In this deeply honest conversation, we discuss:• Surviving a catastrophic burn accident as a child • The long-term impact of unresolved trauma • Why many trauma survivors suppress their experiences for decades • The role of meditation and nervous system regulation in healing • What MDMA-assisted therapy actually looks like • Learning to forgive yourself after years of pain • Turning trauma into purpose and helping others healToday, Tracy uses her voice to help others through her podcast and advocacy work, showing that healing is possible, even after decades of silence.To connect with Tracy:Instagram: @traumarockstarsFacebook: @traumarockstarsTikTok: @traumarockstars email: [email protected] host, Kelly Kingsland, works with successful women at transition points - career shifts, identity changes, empty nest - who are ready to stop outsourcing their power and lead themselves.After decades of living by the rules, the roles, and the relentless expectations placed on women, Kelly walked through her own unraveling: burnout, identity collapse, and the quiet ache of knowing she was meant for more. What she discovered on the other side became the foundation of her work.She is the creator and host of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, where she spotlights real, raw conversations with women who are rewriting the rules and rising on their own terms.Kelly’s mission is simple:to help women stop following the script, and design a life that finally feels like theirs.Kelly can be reached at: radiantfemme.ca www.facebook.com/kelly.m.kingslandIG @kellyradiantfemmeSupport the show

Content Warning: Discussion of sexual assault and self harm.Some songs aren’t just written. They’re survived.Award-winning artist Stephanie Westdal shares how trauma, healing, and life experience shaped the music she creates today.In this episode of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, Kelly sits down with internationally acclaimed recording artist Stephanie Westdal to talk about creativity, resilience, and the deeply personal experiences that shape her songwriting.Stephanie shares how her life journey, including living around the world and navigating profound personal challenges, has influenced the music she creates today.In this honest and moving conversation, we explore:• How music can become a vehicle for healing• Writing songs inspired by deeply personal experiences, including sexual assault and struggles with self-harm• The courage it takes to turn painful experiences into art• How storytelling through music helps others feel less alone• The realities of building a music career while navigating life’s hardest moments• Why vulnerability in art can be one of the most powerful forms of connectionStephanie’s music blends modern pop, rock, and emotionally raw storytelling. Her willingness to share the truth behind her songs has resonated with listeners around the world.This episode is a conversation about creativity, resilience, and the transformative power of telling your story.Stephanie Westdal is an internationally acclaimed, award-winning recordingartist whose unique blend of modern pop/rock and sensual vocals offers listeners a fresh and explosive musical experience.Westdal, who has lived abroad most of her life and is now based in Winnipeg, appears regularly on local and national media, including the CBC, Radio-Canada, Corus Entertainment and Rogers TV, and hosts Music Day in Canada, a nationwide showcase of Canadian music.Her song Common Chain (Into The Blue, 2012) was selected this year for the Compassion Project: Songs for Animal, Human, and Earth Justice. She was the winner of the 2024 Winnipeg Nightlife and Style Awards for local music artist and is founder and curator of the Goddess Series, a concert series celebrating powerful women in music.Westdal’s studio recordings, including 2024 releases Drive Your Car, Gonna Love You, Bleed and Want You So Bad, as well as her 2014 EP ShaBooboo Burger, radiate “tenderness and seductive charm,” according to HonkMagazine.Westdal also produced two music videos in 2024 and released two newsongs in 2025: Lesser Than and Get Up and Dance. She now has over 100,000 streams and video views on all platforms.To connect further:https://www.instagram.com/stephaniewestdalhttps://www.instagram.com/thegoddessseries_officialhttps://thestephaniewestdalband.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@stephaniewestdal3007Your host, Kelly Kingsland, works with successful women at transition points - career shifts, identity changes, empty nest - who are ready to stop outsourcing their power and lead themselves.After decades of living by the rules, the roles, and the relentless expectations placed on women, Kelly walked through her own unraveling: burnout, identity collapse, and the quiet ache of knowing she was meant for more. What she discovered on the other side became the foundation of her work.She is the creator and host of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, where she spotlights real, raw conversations with women who are rewriting the rules and rising on their own terms.Kelly’s mission is simple:to help women stop following the script, and design a life that finally feels like theirs.Kelly can be reached at: radiantfemme.ca www.facebook.com/kelly.m.kingslandIG @keSupport the show

What if the parts of yourself you avoid… are the very parts holding your power?In this episode of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, Kelly sits down with master healer and mental health specialist Anni Eza, founder of Seeds of Bliss, to explore the real depth of shadow work, trauma healing, and ego death.Anni shares how her journey into healing began through death, emotional suppression, and learning to navigate the shadows most of us are taught to avoid.In this conversation, we explore:What shadow work actually is (and what it isn’t)How trauma is stored in the body and nervous systemWhy relying only on the mind keeps you stuckThe difference between thinking and true presenceHow suppressed emotion manifests as disease, behavior patterns, and self-sabotageWhy you cannot be your own healer when navigating deep traumaThe real outcome of shadow work: wholeness, freedom, and unshakeable self-trustWe also discuss:Trauma patterns formed in childhoodEmotional intelligence vs mental over-analysisWhy “messiness” is a prerequisite for growthWhat it means to become whole instead of perfectIf you’ve ever felt like traditional therapy wasn’t enough…If you’ve sensed there’s something deeper beneath your patterns…If you’re ready to stop bypassing and start integrating…This episode will challenge and expand you.How to connect further:https://healing-guilt.carrd.co/website https://seedsofbliss.lifeFREE NEWSLETTER https://substack.com/@anniezaseedsofblissInstagram https://www.instagram.com/seeds.of.blissFacebook https://www.facebook.com/seeds.of.bliss/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@seeds.of.blissYouTube https://www.youtube.com/@SeedsofBlissYour host, Kelly Kingsland, works with successful women at transition points - career shifts, identity changes, empty nest - who are ready to stop outsourcing their power and lead themselves.After decades of living by the rules, the roles, and the relentless expectations placed on women, Kelly walked through her own unraveling: burnout, identity collapse, and the quiet ache of knowing she was meant for more. What she discovered on the other side became the foundation of her work.She is the creator and host of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, where she spotlights real, raw conversations with women who are rewriting the rules and rising on their own terms.Kelly’s mission is simple:to help women stop following the script, and design a life that finally feels like theirs.Kelly can be reached at: radiantfemme.ca www.facebook.com/kelly.m.kingslandIG @kellyradiantfemmeSupport the show

If you think working hard is enough to succeed in business, think again.Award-winning CEO Catherine Lang-Cline shares the real rules women need to know.In this episode of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, Kelly sits down with award-winning CEO and author Catherine Lang-Cline, who shares how she went from being a graphic designer to building a multi-million dollar company, and what she learned about the “unwritten rules” of business along the way.Catherine breaks down:How networking actually works (and how most women do it wrong)The strategy behind building a sellable businessWhy women must stop waiting to be “picked”The importance of being seen, heard, and rememberedHow to stand out in online networking (LinkedIn, social media, digital branding)The mindset shift required to move from employee thinking to CEO thinkingWhy business is often played like a sport, and how to understand the rulesWe also discuss imposter syndrome, self-promotion, showing up consistently, and what it means to truly “get in the game” instead of sitting on the sidelines.If you’re building a business, growing your leadership, or ready to step into bigger rooms, this episode is packed with practical, real-world insight.How to connect further:https://catherinelangcline.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherinelangcline/https://www.instagram.com/thesecretartofbusiness/Your host, Kelly Kingsland, works with successful women at transition points - career shifts, identity changes, empty nest - who are ready to stop outsourcing their power and lead themselves.After decades of living by the rules, the roles, and the relentless expectations placed on women, Kelly walked through her own unraveling: burnout, identity collapse, and the quiet ache of knowing she was meant for more. What she discovered on the other side became the foundation of her work.She is the creator and host of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, where she spotlights real, raw conversations with women who are rewriting the rules and rising on their own terms.Kelly’s mission is simple:to help women stop following the script, and design a life that finally feels like theirs.Kelly can be reached at: radiantfemme.ca www.facebook.com/kelly.m.kingslandIG @kellyradiantfemmeSupport the show

What if hiding your intuition is the reason your business feels heavy, stagnant, or misaligned?Former business consultant Siera Sambrosky shares how integrating mediumship changed everything.What happens when a successful business consultant stops hiding her spiritual gifts?In this episode of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, Kelly sits down with Siera Sombrowski, a business consultant and intuitive medium, to talk about the real cost of compartmentalizing who you are, especially in masculine, high-performance industries.Siera shares her journey from operations, marketing, and real estate consulting to openly integrating mediumship into her work, and why hiding her intuition was creating energetic blocks in her business.In this conversation, we explore:Why intuition shows up in business whether you acknowledge it or notThe energetic cost of hiding your gifts to appear “professional”How feminine, intuitive leadership is reshaping the future of businessWhat happens when women stop performing competence and start leading from integrationThis episode is for women who are done shrinking, compartmentalizing, or pretending parts of themselves don’t exist just to feel accepted or credible.If you’ve ever felt the tension between who you are and how you’re “supposed” to show up—this conversation will land.In a dynamic intersection of business, self-healing, and spirituality, Siera Sambrosky stands out as a beacon of transformative insight. With over 20 years of rich experience in business consulting, certifications in grief facilitation and NLP, and training in Human Design, she has integrated her deep understanding of self-directed growth and healing into work that catalyzes profound change. Siera possesses a unique blend of skills that offer guidance, clarity, and direction to those in transition and those grappling with grief. Her spiritual gifts of intuitive mediumship further elevate her ability to usher individuals and businesses through their journeys of reinvention and regeneration by providing unseen information and insights.How to connect further:[email protected] host, Kelly Kingsland, works with successful women at transition points - career shifts, identity changes, empty nest - who are ready to stop outsourcing their power and lead themselves.After decades of living by the rules, the roles, and the relentless expectations placed on women, Kelly walked through her own unraveling: burnout, identity collapse, and the quiet ache of knowing she was meant for more. What she discovered on the other side became the foundation of her work.She is the creator and host of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, where she spotlights real, raw conversations with women who are rewriting the rules and rising on their own terms.Kelly’s mission is simple:to help women stop following the script, and design a life that finally feels like theirs.Kelly can be reached at: radiantfemme.ca www.facebook.com/kelly.m.kingslandIG @kellyradiantfemmeSupport the show

Content warning: This episode includes discussion of suicide and mental health crisis. Listener discretion advised. What happens when being “the strong one” finally breaks you?In this deeply honest episode of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, Kelly sits down with Angie Hawkins, Inner Glow Coach and author of Running in Slippers, to talk openly about childhood emotional neglect, people-pleasing, burnout — and the suicide attempt that forced everything into the light.Angie shares how a lifetime of emotional repression, overachievement, and chasing approval led her to rock bottom, despite looking successful and capable on the outside. This conversation explores the hidden mental health cost of self-abandonment — especially for women conditioned to be “easy,” “good,” and endlessly capable.Together, they discuss:How people-pleasing and perfectionism become survival strategiesWhy burnout is often a slow erosion, not a sudden crashThe warning signs we normalize — until it’s too lateHow isolation quietly intensifies mental health strugglesWhat real healing requires beyond positivity and productivityAngie’s GLOW Method for rebuilding safety, self-worth, and inner trustThis episode is raw, responsible, and grounded — not for shock value, but for truth. If you’ve ever felt invisible while holding everything together, this conversation may help you feel less alone.Angie Hawkins is an Inner Glow Coach who transforms women from chasing love and approval to radiating confidence, so they can finally feel happy, free, and loved for who they are.She works with women who’ve done therapy, read the books, tried the spiritual path, but still feel like something’s missing. Through deep inner work and identity transformation, she helps them break the cycle of not feeling “enough,” so they can experience real love, confidence, and peace without having to change who they are.She is the author of Running in Slippers, a raw and vulnerable memoir about finding resilience after emotional rock bottom.Angie has moved from Chicago to Hawaii on her own, jumped out of a helicopter and into the ocean Navy SEAL-style, bungee jumped, skydived, and cliff jumped, yet is still terrified about allowing herself to be seen.How to connect further…Website: https://www.runninginslippers.com/Instagram: angiehawkins808Your host, Kelly Kingsland, works with successful women at transition points - career shifts, identity changes, empty nest - who are ready to stop outsourcing their power and lead themselves.After decades of living by the rules, the roles, and the relentless expectations placed on women, Kelly walked through her own unraveling: burnout, identity collapse, and the quiet ache of knowing she was meant for more. What she discovered on the other side became the foundation of her work.She is the creator and host of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, where she spotlights real, raw conversations with women who are rewriting the rules and rising on their own terms.Kelly’s mission is simple:to help women stop following the script, and design a life that finally feels like theirs.Kelly can be reached at: radiantfemme.ca www.facebook.com/kelly.m.kingslandIG @kellyradiantfemmeSupport the show

What if your soul already knows the lessons you’re here to learn,  and you could actually access that wisdom?In this episode of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, Kelly sits down with Dani Margeaux, soul activator, Akashic Records teacher, and Reiki Master, for a grounded yet expansive conversation about the unseen realms shaping our very human lives.Together, they explore:What the Akashic Records really are (beyond the “woo”)Soul contracts, past lives, and why certain patterns repeatThe difference between 3D survival mode and 5D embodied livingHow to ethically access soul wisdom for yourself and othersWhy manifestation culture often misses the point — and what actually creates fulfillmentDani’s powerful healing journey from chronic pain to soul-led workThis is a conversation for women who are tired of bypassing, done with hustle-spirituality, and ready to integrate soul wisdom into real life.If you’ve ever felt like there’s more to your story — there is.And your soul already knows the way.How to connect further…Website: https://www.iamdanimargeaux.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamdanimargeaux/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmhnkka4Ta0ayWnj3UoqTvA Your host, Kelly Kingsland, works with successful women at transition points - career shifts, identity changes, empty nest - who are ready to stop outsourcing their power and lead themselves.After decades of living by the rules, the roles, and the relentless expectations placed on women, Kelly walked through her own unraveling: burnout, identity collapse, and the quiet ache of knowing she was meant for more. What she discovered on the other side became the foundation of her work.She is the creator and host of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, where she spotlights real, raw conversations with women who are rewriting the rules and rising on their own terms.Kelly’s mission is simple:to help women stop following the script, and design a life that finally feels like theirs.Kelly can be reached at: radiantfemme.ca www.facebook.com/kelly.m.kingslandIG @kellyradiantfemmeSupport the show

What happens when burnout cracks your life wide open?In this episode of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, Kelly sits down with Stephanie Dubois for an honest, nuanced conversation about burnout, midlife identity shifts, and questioning the rules we’ve been living by - especially around success, work, and marriage.Stephanie shares how severe burnout forced her to stop, re-evaluate her identity, and rebuild her life from the inside out. Together, they explore:How burnout can trigger a midlife awakeningThe hidden cost of tying your identity to your careerRedefining success beyond titles, money, and productivityWhy questioning monogamy isn’t about “wanting more,” but understanding yourselfWhat ethical non-monogamy actually looks like in a long-term marriageHow honest communication can deepen intimacy instead of destroying itThis is not a conversation about trends or shock value. It’s a thoughtful exploration of choice, self-awareness, and rewriting the script, in relationships, work, and life.If you’re in your 40s (or beyond), quietly questioning whether the life you built still fits… this episode will feel uncomfortably familiar.Stephanie Dubois is the host of Sensorship, a podcast that explores stories of reinvention, resilience, and the many ways we redefine success over the course of a lifetime. Through her work, she creates honest spaces for people to question norms, embrace complexity, and reconnect with what truly matters.Professionally, Stephanie is an experiential marketing director at a high tech company, where she builds high-performing, multicultural teams grounded in trust, collaboration, and human connection.Her perspective on leadership, burnout, mid-life transformation, and even the redefinition of relationships - including ethical non-monogamy - is thoughtful, nuanced, and refreshingly honest.Stephanie can be found at:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/sensorshipInstagram - @sensorship_podcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578864557898Your host, Kelly Kingsland, works with successful women at transition points - career shifts, identity changes, empty nest - who are ready to stop outsourcing their power and lead themselves.After decades of living by the rules, the roles, and the relentless expectations placed on women, Kelly walked through her own unraveling: burnout, identity collapse, and the quiet ache of knowing she was meant for more. What she discovered on the other side became the foundation of her work.She is the creator and host of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, where she spotlights real, raw conversations with women who are rewriting the rules and rising on their own terms.Kelly’s mission is simple: to help women stop following the script, and design a life that finally feels like theirs.Kelly can be reached at: radiantfemme.ca www.facebook.com/kelly.m.kingslandIG @kellyradiantfemmeSupport the show

What does narcissistic abuse really look like when there are no bruises, only confusion, self-doubt, and emotional control?In this powerful episode of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, Kelly Kingsland is joined by psychotherapist Cătălina Popoveniuc, a specialist in narcissistic abuse recovery and the founder of the #AliveInHer global movement for women.Together, they unpack:What gaslighting actually does to your mind and identityWhy narcissistic abuse is emotional, not physical, and why it’s often invisibleHow growing up in a narcissistic family conditions women to choose narcissistic partnersThe warning signs you’re in a narcissistic relationship (or were raised by a narcissist)Why “just leave” isn’t simple, and how to plan a safe exit strategyWhat healing from narcissistic abuse really involvesWhy many women are left isolated, and how community becomes part of recoveryCătălina also shares why she created the #AliveInHer movement. To help women move from merely surviving narcissistic abuse to truly living again, with support, connection, and reclaimed self-trust.This conversation is essential listening if you:Feel emotionally drained, confused, or diminished in a relationshipSuspect gaslighting or narcissistic behavior from a partner or parentAre leaving (or have left) a narcissistic relationshipWant clarity, validation, and a path forward after emotional abuseYou are not weak. You were conditioned.And you are not alone.🎧 Listen now and begin rewriting the story you were never meant to live.Cătălina Popoveniuc is a graduate in Law and Psychology with over 23 years of experience supporting people on their journeys. She dreams of a world where women truly live, not just survive, and never feel alone. She is a psychotherapist, a speaker and the founder of #AliveInHer global movement (a movement for empowering women). Cătălina can be found at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009453591688And the #AliveInHer group can be found at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/2127087734046955Your host, Kelly Kingsland, works with successful women at transition points - career shifts, identity changes, empty nest - who are ready to stop outsourcing their power and lead themselves.After decades of living by the rules, the roles, and the relentless expectations placed on women, Kelly walked through her own unraveling: burnout, identity collapse, and the quiet ache of knowing she was meant for more. What she discovered on the other side became the foundation of her work.She is the creator and host of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, where she spotlights real, raw conversations with women who are rewriting the rules and rising on their own terms.Kelly’s mission is simple: to help women stop following the script, and architect a life that finally feels like theirs.Kelly can be reached at: radiantfemme.ca www.facebook.com/kelly.m.kingslandIG @kellyradiantfemmeSupport the show

When you feel like you're struggling in life and/or business, it's likely not you. It's because you aren't working in the way they you meant to. People are often deeply misaligned with how their energy is designed to work. It's like putting a square peg in a round hole. You can work and keep trying, but if it doesn't fit, it doesn't fit.In this episode of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, Kelly Kingsland is joined by Hope Pedraza, functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner, Human Design guide, and clinical hypnotherapist, for a powerful conversation about Human Design.Together, they explore:How Human Design reveals your energetic blueprint and decision-making style.Why constantly “pushing through” works against you.How understanding your Design creates self-trust, regulation, and sustainable success.This episode blends functional medicine, Human Design, and embodied wisdom to help women stop overriding their bodies — and start listening to what their energy has been trying to say all along.If you’re a high-performing woman navigating burnout, identity shifts, or a deep sense that the old way of hustling no longer works, this conversation will change how you see your energy, and your path forward.✨ Listen now and begin living beyond the script.Hope Pedraza is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Human Design Guide, Clinical Hypnotherapist, and host of the Hopeful and Wholesome podcast. She helps high-performing, spiritually curious women optimize their energy, rebalance their nervous system, and reconnect with their body’s wisdom so they can scale their business and life without burnout. Her signature method blends functional labs, Human Design embodiment, frequency medicine, and subconscious reprogramming to create sustainable radiance from the inside out.You can find Hope at:hopefulandwholesome.com instagram.com/thehopepedrazahttps://www.youtube.com/@HopePedrazahttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hopeful-and-wholesome/id1514451766https://calendly.com/hopefulandwholesome/discoverycallHope has offered our viewers a special gift, her 30 day program. Use promo code GODDESS to get it for free:https://inbalance.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/1186104Your host, Kelly Kingsland, works with successful women at transition points - career shifts, identity changes, empty nest - who are ready to stop outsourcing their power and lead themselves.After decades of living by the rules, the roles, and the relentless expectations placed on women, Kelly walked through her own unraveling — burnout, identity collapse, and the quiet ache of knowing she was meant for more. What she discovered on the other side became the foundation of her work.She is the creator and host of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, where she spotlights real, raw conversations with women who are rewriting the rules and rising on their own terms.Kelly’s mission is simple: to help women stop following the script, and architect a life that finally feels like theirs.Kelly can be reached at: radiantfemme.ca www.facebook.com/kelly.m.kingslandIG @kellyradiantfemmeSupport the show

Menopause doesn’t just change your hormones. It changes your relationship with your body, desire, and voice.In this intimate episode of The Unscripted Woman, Kelly opens a necessary conversation about menopause, sexual wellness, and the quiet identity shifts women experience during this transition - the ones no one prepares you for.This episode explores:How menopause impacts libido, pleasure, and body confidenceWhy so many women feel disconnected from desire during midlifeThe emotional and energetic side of sexual wellnessHow shame, silence, and outdated narratives affect women’s intimacyReclaiming self-trust, sovereignty, and desire after your body changesThis isn’t about “fixing” yourself. It’s about understanding what’s happening in your body — and choosing to reconnect with it, on your terms.If you’re navigating menopause, perimenopause, or questioning your relationship with intimacy, sexuality, or pleasure, this conversation will help you feel seen, informed, and far less alone.✨ Because sexual wellness doesn’t end at midlife. It evolves.Dr. Kelly Barron, founder of Tempesta and Dr. Kellfire, is redefining what it means to thrive as a woman in midlife. Her journey is forged in fire. Surviving a violent assault, Dr. Barron rose stronger, channeling her pain into purpose. From breaking world records in powerlifting to competing on American Ninja Warrior and fighting in MMA,  she’s rewriting the rules of menopause and women's sexuality with bold, unapologetic care.As a chiropractor, licensed acupuncturist, Certified Menopause Specialist, and Sexual Health Alliance Coaching Candidate, Dr. Barron fuses cutting-edge science with alternative healthcare to create real, transformative results. Her mission: Empower women to own their bodies, break the mold, and unleash their fire.You can find Dr. Barron at:[email protected] @iamkellfire @thekellfireshow @mytempestaHer Kellfire podcast can be found at: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gF9cyl0UkA68tqZJhtxDk?si=VsN3Wn9FSx2fJV9Pk0EP4AYour host, Kelly Kingsland, is The Unscripted Woman™ Reinvention Architect — a feminine energetics expert, Reiki Master & Teacher, and international best-selling author who helps high-achieving women dismantle the identities that no longer fit and design the next chapter of their lives with clarity, power, and ease.After decades of living by the rules, the roles, and the relentless expectations placed on women, Kelly walked through her own unraveling — burnout, identity collapse, and the quiet ache of knowing she was meant for more. What she discovered on the other side became the foundation of her work:Success doesn’t require harder. It requires truer.Through her signature blend of feminine energetics, subconscious alignment, and soul-level strategy, Kelly guides corporate refugees, empty nesters, and women in transition into the chapter they were always meant to live — one defined by confidence, freedom, and a deep reconnection with their inner power.She is the creator and host of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, where she spotlights real, raw conversations with women who are rewriting the rules and rising on their own terms.Kelly’s mission is simple: to help women stop following the script, and architect a life that finally feels like theirs.Kelly can be reached at: radiantfemme.ca www.facebook.com/kelly.m.kingslandIG @kellyradiantfemmeSupport the show

[CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions of school shootings, childhood trauma, grief, loss, and anxiety that some listeners may find distressing.]In this powerful and heartbreaking conversation, we speak with a Child and Youth Therapist practicing in Colorado's Columbine district—where America's understanding of school violence began, and where it continues today.Specializing in grief and anxiety, she shares what it's really like in her therapy office: children who are terrified to attend school, not because of typical childhood fears, but because they genuinely believe they might die. Kids processing profound loss while simultaneously living in fear. Parents desperate for reassurance she cannot give. The impossible position of validating fears that are, tragically, grounded in reality.This isn't a conversation about solutions or silver linings—it's an unflinching look at how school shooting anxiety and childhood grief are shaping an entire generation of American children, told by someone witnessing it firsthand.Topics covered:The psychological impact of school shooting drills and threatsHow children process grief, loss, and ongoing traumaWorking with anxiety rooted in legitimate dangerThe intersection of grief and fear in children's mental healthThe mental health crisis in communities affected by school violenceWhat parents and educators need to understandRelevant for: parents, educators, mental health professionals, grief counselors, policy advocates, anyone seeking to understand the real-world impact of gun violence and loss on children's mental health. Stacy Schaffer, MA, LPC, is a dedicated children’s therapist in Arvada, Colorado, has more than twenty years of experience. Specializing in grief and anxiety, she creates a safe space for healing. She loves surfing, kickboxing, reading,  quality time with friends and her golden retriever/therapy dog Willow. With Love from a Children's Therapist is her first book, and she hopes people feel both seen and heard in the pages.authorstacyschaffer.comIG: hoperestored FB: Stacy SchafferTikTok: authorstacyschafferYour host, Kelly Kingsland, is The Unscripted Woman™ Reinvention Architect — a feminine energetics expert, Reiki Master & Teacher, and international best-selling author who helps high-achieving women dismantle the identities that no longer fit and design the next chapter of their lives with clarity, power, and ease.After decades of living by the rules, the roles, and the relentless expectations placed on women, Kelly walked through her own unraveling — burnout, identity collapse, and the quiet ache of knowing she was meant for more. What she discovered on the other side became the foundation of her work: Success doesn’t require harder. It requires truer.Through her signature blend of feminine energetics, subconscious alignment, and soul-level strategy, Kelly guides corporate refugees, empty nesters, and women in transition into the chapter they were always meant to live — one defined by confidence, freedom, and a deep reconnection with their inner power.She is the creator and host of The Unscripted Woman Podcast, where she spotlights real, raw conversations with women who are rewriting the rules and rising on their own terms.Kelly’s mission is simple: to help women stop following the script—and architect a life that finally feels like theirs.Kelly can be reached at radiantfemme.ca or https://www.facebook.com/kelly.m.kingslandSupport the show