In this powerful episode of The Drama Diet, host Lisa Stuart sits down with bestselling author, media entrepreneur, and literary powerhouse Zibby Owens for an honest conversation about reclaiming your voice and rewriting the story of your life.
At the heart of the episode is a transformative message: take back the pen. Lisa and Zibby explore what it means to stop living as a supporting character in someone else’s narrative and instead step fully into the role of author, lead, and decision-maker of your own life. Together, they unpack the journey from people pleasing to self-preservation, sharing their experiences as “recovering people pleasers” learning to prioritize truth, boundaries, and inner peace over external expectations.
Zibby opens up about one of the most defining moments of her life—navigating divorce at age 40 while raising four children—and how making difficult decisions became the catalyst for profound personal growth. She shares why delaying hard choices only deepens the struggle, and how courage often begins with choosing yourself.
The conversation also touches on Zibby’s advocacy and leadership within the literary community, including her willingness to speak out against anti-semitism despite professional backlash. Through it all, she reflects on finding alignment, meaningful community, and clarity in what truly matters.
From balancing motherhood with multiple thriving businesses to building her media empire one step at a time, Zibby reminds listeners that transformation doesn’t happen overnight—it’s built through consistent, intentional choices made day by day.
This episode is a moving reminder that your life’s plot is yours to write—and that it’s never too late to become the main character of your own story.