Summary

Michele shares her journey of loss, reinvention, and how she built a movement through her podcast and coaching. This episode highlights the power of owning your story, finding your voice, and stepping into your next chapter with confidence.

Keywords

women's empowerment, life transitions, storytelling, podcasting, grief, reinvention, purpose, personal growth, leadership, faith

key topics

• Michelle’s personal story of loss and resilience

• The role of storytelling and podcasting in healing and empowerment

• The three-step process: inventory, strengthen, step forward

• The importance of owning your voice and authenticity

• Building a movement from personal experiences

• Overcoming resistance and fear to pursue your purpose

• The significance of community and support in transformation

• Practical steps for women to discover their next chapter

Chapters

00:00 Michelle’s story of her husband's final moments

02:11 Introduction to Michelle and her journey of loss

03:16 The final decision to remove the ventilator

04:09 Reflecting on 35 years of marriage and their life together

06:22 The diagnosis and the prognosis for Michelle’s husband

07:54 Michelle’s transition into widowhood and her autopilot years

09:22 Discovering new purpose through entrepreneurship

11:10 The influence of a mentor and starting her podcast

13:58 The process of finding and owning her voice

17:41 The organic growth of her movement and podcast

20:14 Shifting from a business focus to a purpose-driven movement

29:15 Message for women in transition: your voice is needed

32:21 Practical steps to discover your purpose and next chapter

34:25 How to connect with Michelle and work with her