n this heart-opening episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow, Leah sits down with Thu Pham, founder of Kintsugi Wellness, to explore what it truly means to heal — not by rushing to fix what feels broken, but by honoring it. After 25 years in the corporate world, Thu followed a quiet inner pull toward a slower, more intentional path rooted in somatic movement, nervous system support, and holistic healing. Inspired by the Japanese philosophy of Kintsugi, she shares how our fractures can become our greatest sources of beauty and strength. Together, Leah and Thu dive into the power of presence, the wisdom held in the body, women’s pelvic health, and the integration of ancient practices with modern therapies — reminding listeners that healing is less about doing more, and more about returning home to yourself.

In this powerful episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow with Leah M. Hill, Leah sits down with relationship expert, therapist, and author Carolyn Sharp to explore how genuine connection can transform our lives and relationships. With more than 30 years of experience helping couples, families, and teams navigate conflict and repair, Carolyn shares the wisdom behind her work and the guiding principles of curiosity, compassion, and connection. Together, they discuss why disconnection is inevitable in every relationship, how learning the skill of repair can deepen trust, and why becoming the “CEO of yourself” is essential for healthy boundaries and growth. In a world that often feels divided and disconnected, Carolyn offers hopeful insights on how small, intentional moments of curiosity and understanding can reignite intimacy, rebuild trust, and help us reconnect with our shared humanity

In this heartfelt episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow with Leah M. Hill, Leah sits down with poet, teacher, and Poet Laureate Emerita of Amesbury, Massachusetts, Ellie O’Leary to explore the healing and transformative power of writing. Ellie shares how poetry and memoir became a way to organize her thoughts, process life’s challenges, and tell meaningful stories rooted in resilience. She opens up about writing her memoir Up Home Again, which reflects on a difficult period marked by illness and financial struggle, and how taking life one step at a time led her toward renewal. Together, Leah and Ellie discuss creativity, the courage to share our stories, and how writing—whether poetry, journaling, or memoir—can become a powerful path for reflection, healing, and growth.