What if the moments that shake you most are the very ones that reveal who you are becoming?

In this episode of Empowering Women, Transforming Lives, Rebecca Hall Gruyter welcomes Sheren Bouchakian and Dr. Lynnea Brumbaugh for a powerful conversation about resilience, authentic leadership, identity, and finding purpose through life's unexpected turns.

Sheren shares her journey from immigrating from Egypt as a child to building a successful career on Wall Street and in tech, becoming a working mother, and later navigating chronic illness and a profound shift in identity. Her story explores what happens when the definition of success you once knew begins to change.

Dr. Lynnea brings her perspective on turning our scariest moments into what she calls "sacred success." Drawing from her upcoming book, Shaking on the Inside: Turning Our Scariest Moments into Sacred Success, she explores why true leadership begins within and how greater self-awareness can create a ripple effect across our lives, teams, and communities.

Together, they remind us that we don't have to appear fearless to move forward. Even when we are shaking on the inside, we can choose to grow, lead authentically, and create success that reflects who we are becoming.

As always, you can find Rebecca at:
https://www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com/

Sheren Bouchakian is an immigrant, former corporate executive, wife, mother, and advocate for living with grit, grace, and authenticity. After moving from Egypt to New Jersey as a child, she went on to build a 30-year career in HR across financial services and technology, including the experience of ringing the Nasdaq bell when her company went public.

Today, as she navigates recovery from chronic illness and a new season of life, Sheren is focused on family, kindness, authenticity, and using her experiences to make a meaningful difference.

Connect with Sheren:
Website: https://www.gritandgracegirl.com
Facebook: Sheren Ghali Bouchakian
Instagram: @sherengb
LinkedIn: Sheren Bouchakian

Dr. Lynnea Brumbaugh, Ph.D., is a globally recognized author, speaker, coach, and trusted advisor to executives. Through her ExecutiveOS programs, she helps leaders move beyond friction and burnout, deepen self-awareness, and build high-performing teams.

Her work centers on the Ripple Effect and the idea that transformation within one leader can influence an entire organization. Her upcoming book, Shaking on the Inside: Turning Our Scariest Moments into Sacred Success, explores how fear and life's most challenging moments can become catalysts for deeper, more meaningful success.

Connect with Dr. Lynnea:
Website: https://www.theexecutiveos.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynnea.leadership.flow
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lynnea.annette/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlynnea/

Watch highlights from the July 2026 Author Virtual Summit Showcase with host Rebecca Hall Gruyter.

In Part 1, featured speakers Ethan King and Dondee Sponsellers share powerful insights, experiences, and lessons from their journeys as authors and thought leaders.

This episode brings together standout moments from the summit, highlighting the stories, ideas, and messages they are bringing forward through their work.

Enjoy Part 1 of the July Author Virtual Summit Showcase Highlights, with more featured speakers to come in Part 2.

As always, you can find Rebecca Hall Gruyter, upcoming events, resources, and more at YourPurposeDrivenPractice.com.

What if aging could become an invitation to rediscover what's still possible?

In this episode of Empowering Women, Transforming Lives, Rebecca Hall Gruyter welcomes Beverly Peterson, the Lady Rejuvenator, for an uplifting conversation about healing, mindset, purpose, and redefining what it means to age.

Approaching 84, Beverly shares her journey of reversing chronic lung disease and the practices that helped her move from victim to victor. Through her Tools for Transformation, she encourages listeners to release limiting beliefs, embrace gratitude, and remember that it is never too late to rejuvenate.

As always, you can find Rebecca at:
https://www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com/

Beverly Peterson, the Lady Rejuvenator, is a transformational guide, speaker, coach, certified Hippocrates Health educator, raw foods chef, and co-author of Being the One.

Her mission is to help others release fear, find purpose in their experiences, and step into what she calls LIGHT: Living In Gratitude, Harmony, and Trust.

Website: https://LadyRejuvenator.com

What if the things taking up most of your time are also keeping you from fully showing up for your life?

In this episode of Empowering Women, Transforming Lives, Rebecca Hall Gruyter welcomes Ethan King and Audrey Davis-Dunning for an energizing conversation about creating more freedom, embracing confidence, and taking center stage in your own life.

Ethan shares insights from his #1 international bestselling book, Done: Let A.I. Do Your Work So You Can Live Your Life, exploring how everyday people can use AI to automate draining tasks, reclaim valuable time, and focus more energy on the people, passions, and opportunities that matter most.

Audrey brings a different but complementary perspective through movement, African dance, and personal development. She shares how reconnecting with your body, cultural roots, and authentic self can build confidence, awaken self-expression, and help you step more fully into your power and purpose.

Together, Ethan and Audrey explore what becomes possible when you create space for what matters, stop playing small, and give yourself permission to truly take center stage.

As always, you can find Rebecca at:
https://www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com/

Ethan King is a 3x bestselling author, TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, and leading voice on using AI in everyday life. An art major with no technology background, Ethan built and runs multiple businesses by automating work that once consumed his time.

His latest book, Done: Let A.I. Do Your Work So You Can Live Your Life, became a #1 International Bestseller within 10 hours of launch. Today, Ethan helps busy people use AI to reduce repetitive work and create more time for the things that matter.

Connect with Ethan:

Website: https://ethanking.com
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/kingethan
Instagram: https://instagram.com/ethanking.co
Facebook: https://facebook.com/ethankingofficial
YouTube: https://youtube.com/ethankingtv
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@ethanking.com
X: https://twitter.com/ethankingdotcom

Audrey Davis-Dunning is a motivational speaker, educator, Mom-preneur, and founder of Get Your Goddess, a women's empowerment organization she created to help women step into greater confidence, purpose, and self-expression.

By combining her passions for African dance and personal development, Audrey creates transformational experiences through movement, music, coaching, workshops, and self-reflection. Her work encourages women to reconnect with their bodies, embrace their natural beauty, rediscover their voices, and confidently take center stage in their own lives.

Connect with Audrey:

Website: https://www.audreydavisdunning.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyourgoddess/

What if the life you've been dreaming of begins the moment you choose to step forward?

In this episode of Empowering Women, Transforming Lives, Rebecca Hall Gruyter is joined by Sherry Lynn Campbell and Dr. Zoe Ramos for an inspiring conversation about creativity, movement, and living with confidence and purpose.

Sherry shares how storytelling, imagination, and embracing your inner child can help you discover your voice, overcome fear, and take center stage in your life with courage. Drawing from her latest book, The Storyteller's Quilt: Beginnings Are Boundless, she reminds us that every new beginning holds endless possibilities.

Dr. Zoe Ramos explores the connection between movement, healing, and overall well-being. With more than 25 years of experience helping people overcome pain and regain mobility, she shares how caring for your body, listening to its signals, and continuing to move forward can transform not only your health but also your confidence and quality of life.

Together, they explore how creativity and movement can empower us to embrace new beginnings, overcome limitations, and confidently create the next chapter of our lives.

This episode is for anyone ready to move beyond fear, reconnect with their purpose, and step boldly into the story they're meant to live.

As always, you can find Rebecca at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com.

Sherry Lynn Campbell is a #1 International Bestselling novelist, storyteller, children's book author, and columnist for RHG Magazine. After a lifelong career in education, she now follows her passion for storytelling through books that inspire imagination, creativity, and hope for readers of all ages.

Her newest book, The Storyteller's Quilt: Beginnings Are Boundless, invites readers to embrace curiosity, new beginnings, and the limitless possibilities found in every story.

Connect with Sherry:

Website: https://wondereddy.com
Amazon Author Page: Sherry Lynn Campbell
LinkedIn: Sherry-Edmondson-Campbell
Instagram: WonderEddySLC

Dr. Zoe Ramos is the founder of Forward Foot & Ankle Center in Livermore, California, where she helps active adults move beyond foot and ankle pain through movement-focused care and regenerative medicine. With more than 25 years of experience, she combines medical expertise with a passion for helping people heal, stay active, and reclaim their confidence.

Her philosophy is simple: when we reduce inflammation, support movement, and trust the body's ability to heal, we create the opportunity to keep moving forward.

Connect with Dr. Zoe:

Website: https://www.forwardfeet.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drzoeramos/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Forwardfoot
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drzoeramos
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drzoeramos/

What if the hardest parts of your story are also the beginning of your purpose?

In this episode of Empowering Women, Transforming Lives, Rebecca Hall Gruyter welcomes Sindu Mani and Dr. Mahsa Khodabakhsh for an inspiring conversation about resilience, healing, entrepreneurship, and transforming life's challenges into strength and purpose.

Sindu shares her journey from growing up in a small city in India to building a life and business in the United States. She reflects on how challenges from her younger years became valuable lessons in entrepreneurship, while her love of philosophy, different cultures, and lifelong learning continues to shape how she approaches family, business, and the ever-changing world of AI.

Dr. Mahsa shares the inspiration behind her newly launched book, I AM EMPOWER: The Path from Trauma to Truth, and what it means to transform pain into purpose. Drawing from nearly two decades of experience and her own journey, she explores healing, reconnecting with yourself, reclaiming your power, and the connection between science, spirituality, and the transformative power of love.

Together, Sindu and Dr. Mahsa remind us that our challenges do not have to define where we are going. They can become part of the wisdom, strength, and purpose we carry into what comes next.

As always, you can find Rebecca at:
https://www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com/

Sindu Mani is an entrepreneur, mother, and owner of Ardenwood Tax Services. Originally from a small city in India, she has built a life and career in the United States while navigating the many roles of mother, daughter, wife, and business owner.

Sindu is passionate about keeping the complex world of taxes simple and embraces the challenges and opportunities of the ever-changing AI landscape. Her deep interest in philosophy, reading, different cultures, and lifelong learning brings a unique perspective to both her work and her approach to life.

Connect with Sindu:
Website: https://www.ardenwoodtaxservices.com/

Dr. Mahsa Khodabakhsh is a metaphysical teacher, board-certified Doctor of Chiropractic, author, speaker, and transformational coach whose work centers on healing, empowerment, and the transformative power of love.

She is the author of The Zone Technique and her newest book, I AM EMPOWER: The Path from Trauma to Truth, a personal memoir and practical seven-step guide to transforming pain into purpose, reclaiming your power, and living your truth.

Through her work, Dr. Mahsa brings together science, spirituality, and nearly two decades of experience helping others explore healing and transformation.

Connect with Dr. Mahsa:
Website: https://drmahsa.com
Instagram: @iamdrmahsa
Instagram: @dr.mahsakhoda
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-mahsa

What if you've been building a successful life...but not the right one?

In this episode of Empowering Women, Transforming Lives, Rebecca Hall Gruyter welcomes Camila Greenberg and Erin Bradley for a powerful conversation about self-trust, alignment, freedom, and sustainable success.

Camila shares how personal sovereignty, nervous system regulation, and reconnecting with your inner wisdom can help you move beyond people-pleasing and live more authentically.

Erin explores how to overcome burnout, stop playing small, and build a business and life that create freedom instead of overwhelm.

Together, they reveal how trusting yourself and making aligned choices can help you step confidently into your next level.

As always, you can find Rebecca at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com

Camila Greenberg is the world's first Sovereignty Coach and the founder of SoulSPACE. She helps people reclaim self-trust, regulate their nervous systems, and create lives aligned with their authentic truth.

Connect with Camila:
Website: https://www.camilagreenberg.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camilagreenberg

Erin Bradley is a keynote speaker, business strategist, and champion for entrepreneurs and leaders ready to stop playing small. She helps people move beyond burnout, trust themselves, and create sustainable growth in business and life.

Connect with Erin:
Website: https://www.pursuingfreedom.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PursuingFreedomOfficial/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pursuingfreedomofficial/
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@PursuingFreedomOfficial
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-bradley