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Before the holidays officially kick in, I wanted to share a short, personal bonus episode with you.

In this bonus episode, I open up about my crochet journey, how I got started with crocheting and why it’s become my quiet little therapy for healing and creativity. It’s one of those hidden chapters in my own story that brings me a little calm and joy.

Inspired by that, I crocheted a special handmade gift just for you! Take a minute to complete my listener survey for a chance to win one of my handmade crochet mug cozies, perfect for wrapping around your favorite holiday coffee or tea and keeping things extra cozy.

Your feedback truly is a gift, it helps me shape Hidden Chapters in 2026, learn more about YOU (my wonderful listeners!), what stories resonate, what keeps YOU coming back, and how I can bring more real resilience and healing talks.

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Thank you for letting these stories (and now a bit of yarn therapy) into your lives. Can’t wait to hear from you! 🎄☕️

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, friend!

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🎙️ Season 2 Finale:
Season 2 closes with a meaningful look back at the heart of Hidden Chapters. This finale brings together highlighted clips from Season 1 and Season 2. Through short introductions and reflections, I walk you through each moment so we can revisit what their stories taught us and how they continue to speak today. Whether you are new or have been here since the beginning, I hope these highlighted voices encourage you until Season 3 arrives.

• Jay Smith "Pinned but not out"
  Season 1 Ep.6
• Jillian Delgado "The Summit of Strength"
  Season 1 Ep. 3
• José Raymundo "Brave New Horizons"
  Season 2 Ep.4
• Jessica Wright "Living through it, leading from it"
  Season 1 Ep. 7
• Laura Lyn Donahue "Who Do You Think You Are?"
  Season 2 Ep.2
• Christin James "Raising Hope..."
  Season 2 Ep.8
• Justin Mitchell "The Power of Music and Mentorship:..."
  Season 1 Ep.4
• Genevieve's LIVE Stage talk at Military Influencer Conference
  Season 2 Ep. 6
• Jennifer Blankenship "Shattered Surrender"
  Season 2 Ep. 5
• Meg McGlynn "What She Didn't Expect..."
  Season 1 Ep.8
• Chris Kruger "Walking Away from the Ledge"
  Season 2 Ep.1
• Lindsay Swoboda "Holding on and Letting Go"
  Season 2 Ep.3

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🎙️ Episode 12 Summary with Simona Pappalardo

Today I sit down with the inspiring Simona Pappalardo, global executive turned leadership coach, speaker, and author of Authentically Yours. Born in Milan, she’s lived in Scotland, Malaysia, and now the U.S., believing every transition holds a hidden chapter waiting to be written.

Simona shares how a childhood cartoon sparked her love for engineering and how she navigated a male-dominated field, learning to lead with empathy, courage, and imperfect action. She opens up about defining moments, advocating for her Malaysian colleagues, guiding multicultural teams, trusting herself despite doubt, and choosing decisions over perfection.

We also dive into life beyond titles: her shift from engineering to coaching, blending cultural traditions with her husband, and her deeply personal IVF journey, teaching lessons on patience, surrender, and self-worth. Simona reminds us that courage is often quiet, dreaming bigger, and giving yourself permission to shift. Music and authenticity have been anchors through it all.

Fun full circle moment: I met Simona through her amazing editor, Brunella Costagliola, who also worked with past guests Jose Raymundo and Chris Kruger. Her book Authentically Yours launched December 1st, and she once dreamed of it under a Christmas tree, ready to inspire someone to live authentically. Her official launch party is December 9th in New York City, details are in the show notes.

To get in touch with Simona:
📧 simona@coachingwithsimona.com
🌎 https://coachingwithsimona.com/

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