Life can flip upside down in an instant. In this episode of Elevated Thoughts, Cooper and Mike talk with Danielle Sprouls — former attorney, corporate executive, and author of WTF: Women That Flourish — about how to pivot when everything feels like it’s falling apart. Danielle shares her journey from high-powered careers to executive coaching, revealing how she created the WTF framework to turn breakdowns into breakthroughs.

Together, we explore how to navigate career transitions, imposter syndrome, and the emotional toll of big life changes. Danielle explains why awareness, acceptance, and small wins are the foundation for building resilience. She also opens up about parenting pivots, financial independence, sobriety, and the difference between fulfillment and comfort — all while reminding us that discomfort can be the spark for real transformation.

If you’ve ever faced burnout, job loss, or the feeling of being stuck, this conversation will give you the tools and inspiration to move forward. Learn how to reframe shame, overcome comparison, and discover alignment in your life and career. Danielle’s story proves that WTF moments aren’t the end — they’re the beginning of something new.

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00:00 Introduction to WTF Moments and Flourishing

03:04 Danielle's Career Transition and WTF Moments

05:50 The Importance of Acceptance and Action

08:56 Tools for Navigating Crisis and Change

12:13 The Role of Parenthood in Career Choices

15:09 Finding Fulfillment and Alignment in Work

18:02 Cultural Perspectives on Work and Parenting

21:04 The Challenges of Financial Independence

23:59 The Balance of Career and Family Life

27:03 The Power of Curiosity and Teachability

30:14 Overcoming Shame and Comparison

33:26 The Power of Gratitude and Self-Reflection

35:04 Navigating Shame and Acceptance

36:10 Faking It Till You Make It: Confidence in Transition

38:17 Understanding Imposter Syndrome

39:59 Coaching vs. Therapy: Finding the Right Support

41:33 The Importance of Willingness to Change

45:33 The Journey to Becoming a Coach

51:21 Spirituality and Daily Habits

56:48 Embracing Sobriety and Self-Trust

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