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Today on Inspired by HERstory is Stephanie Forde. Stephanie is the founder and maker of Laurel & Vine as well as a venture capital professional committed to sustainability and clean energy.  After a struggle with infertility, Stephanie became committed to minimizing her family's exposure to hormone disruptors like phthalates.  Laurel & Vine is driven by Stephanie's passion to minimize the impact of life's nice to haves by crafting luxurious and truly sustainable, clean products and practices that are good to our families and good to our planet. During this episode, Stephanie talks more about: Her struggle with infertility and how it helped her create her luxurious candles What different hormone disruptors are And how she supports non-profits FOLLOW HER JOURNEY:  Website: https://laurelandvinecandle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurel_and_vine/ FOLLOW MY JOURNEY: Instagram Brand Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncassocreations/ Travel Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncasso/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyherstory/ Website https://www.kaitlyncasso.com/ How to Create a Podcast Course: https://kaitlyncasso.podia.com/how-to-create-a-podcast-course --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaitlyn-casso/support

Today on Inspired by HERstory is Ana Jones. Ana is a facilitator for trauma-informed transformation. She holds space for women through an expansive healing path so they can remember their essence and start living a magical life. During this episode, Ana talks more about: How she uses Emotional Freedom Technique How communication is key And how she helps clients heal inherited generational trauma FOLLOW HER JOURNEY:  Instagram: @anacjones Mil Mentes • Mil Mundos Podcast FOLLOW MY JOURNEY: Instagram Brand Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncassocreations/ Travel Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncasso/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyherstory/ Website https://www.kaitlyncasso.com/ How to Create a Podcast Course: https://kaitlyncasso.podia.com/how-to-create-a-podcast-course --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaitlyn-casso/support

Today on Inspired by HERstory is Ashley Jackson. Ashley is the founder of Timeless Dream Events, which is an event planning business that provides terminally ill people and their family members with a “timeless dream event” that will celebrate life and love. After experiencing her own pain with this situation, when her husband was diagnosed with a rare cancer in stage 4, she turned her pain into purpose. Timeless Dream Events plans various events, at minimal notice due to each unique and sensitive situation. During this episode, Ashley talks more about: How her experiencing traveling around the world for 9 months prepared her for what was next to come How her experience as a caregiver helped her create her business Timeless Dream Events And her new book Lost, Travel, Found FOLLOW HER JOURNEY: Website: www.timelessdreamevents.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timelessdreamevents/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/timelessdreamevents FOLLOW MY JOURNEY: Instagram Brand Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncassocreations/ Travel Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncasso/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyherstory/ Website https://www.kaitlyncasso.com/ How to Create a Podcast Course: https://kaitlyncasso.podia.com/how-to-create-a-podcast-course --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaitlyn-casso/support

Today on Inspired by HERstory is Margaret Ward. Margaret is a mother of 4, a multiple marathon finisher, a retired Chardonnay drinker, a life and sobriety coach, former lawyer and owner of recovery run adventures. She’s been featured in Trail Runner Magazine and her main passions, besides her kids, is finding adventure through traveling and running around the world. During the episode, Margaret talks more about: Her journey with alcohol and how she decided to give it up How her love of running and traveling created her business Recovery Run Adventures And how giving up drinking helped her connect more with herself FOLLOW HER JOURNEY: Website: www.recoveryrunadventures.com Instagram: @recoveryrunadventures Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/margaret.ward.921 FOLLOW MY JOURNEY: Instagram Brand Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncassocreations/ Travel Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncasso/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyherstory/ Website https://www.kaitlyncasso.com/ How to Create a Podcast Course: https://kaitlyncasso.podia.com/how-to-create-a-podcast-course --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaitlyn-casso/support

Today on Inspired by HERstory is Michaela Smith. Michaela is a coach and an entrepreneur. She loves humans almost as much as she loves dogs, but she loves being outside hiking any time of the day. Karma Koaches and Meditation Nut are her current businesses which are out to connect, create, and transform the world through coaching. During this episode, Michaela talks more about: How seizures led her to sell her first business How to start your own meditation practice And how Karma Koaches can help coaches worldwide FOLLOW HER JOURNEY: Karma Koaches: https://karmakoaches.com/ Meditation Nut: https://meditationnut.square.site/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaela-smith-ba907714/ FOLLOW MY JOURNEY: Instagram Brand Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncassocreations/ Travel Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncasso/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyherstory/ Website https://www.kaitlyncasso.com/ How to Create a Podcast Course: https://kaitlyncasso.podia.com/how-to-create-a-podcast-course --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaitlyn-casso/support

Today on Inspired by HERstory is a very special episode where we are welcoming back Lauren Eliz Love. Lauren was on the podcast last year and has since experienced a very deep transformation while also rebranding her business. Lauren is the founder of Lauren of Love and has dedicated her life to transforming businesses and the women who run them. In 2015 Lauren left her corporate job as a National TV News producer and stepped into online entrepreneurship with zero back up plan and a desire to help women step into their highest version of self. Today she runs a million-dollar business providing transformational tools for women everywhere. During this episode, Lauren talks more about: How she moved to Sedona for 7 months to heal herself How important it is to remember what’s not yours to carry And how healing is an entire life experience FOLLOW HER JOURNEY: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenoflove/ FOLLOW MY JOURNEY: Instagram Brand Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncassocreations/ Travel Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncasso/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyherstory/ Website https://www.kaitlyncasso.com/ How to Create a Podcast Course: https://kaitlyncasso.podia.com/how-to-create-a-podcast-course --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaitlyn-casso/support

Today on Inspired by HERstory is Daria Davis. Daria knew as a child that her soul's divine purpose is to help people reach their very best spiritually and physically through Reiki and Holistic Guidance. She now does so through Holy Fire Reiki, Chakra Life Coaching, and Sound Healing. During this episode, Daria talks more about: How her learning disabilities motivated her to do even more How her goal is to push the planet towards love And how important it is to have compassion for yourself FOLLOW HER JOURNEY:  Website: https://www.enchantedflowerhealing.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enchantedflowerhealing/ FOLLOW MY JOURNEY: Instagram Brand Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncassocreations/ Travel Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncasso/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyherstory/ Website https://www.kaitlyncasso.com/ How to Create a Podcast Course: https://kaitlyncasso.podia.com/how-to-create-a-podcast-course --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaitlyn-casso/support

Today on Inspired by HERstory is Tina Kadish. Tina is an Engaging Speaker, Career Clarity Strategist and Trainer who offers corporate women the tools and skills needed to take action! Tina’s strategies lay out the roadmap which gives them the clarity and insight to escape their 9 to 5 jobs. With over 20 years of experience in the corporate world as a talent acquisition strategist, she brings a plethora of experience in various industries. Tina’s mission is to impact women’s lives by living with joy, fulfillment, and freedom. She offers one-on-one coaching, group coaching, workshops, and speaking engagements on multiple topics. During this episode, Tina talks more about: How she left her corporate job for entrepreneurship How important it is to have a plan b And her book “Freedom” and how entrepreneurship creates just that FOLLOW HER JOURNEY: Website: www.lifeisideal.com Facebook: facebook.com/Lifeisideal  FOLLOW MY JOURNEY: Instagram Brand Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncassocreations/ Travel Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncasso/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyherstory/ Website https://www.kaitlyncasso.com/ How to Create a Podcast Course: https://kaitlyncasso.podia.com/how-to-create-a-podcast-course --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaitlyn-casso/support

Today on Inspired by HERstory is Amla Mehta. Amla is a motivational speaker and author, who speaks and writes about living authentically, embodying self-love, and speaking your truth. As a legally blind woman, she is an advocate and activist on behalf of all people living with disabilities, whether they have mobility, hearing, vision, cognitive or other challenges. During this episode, Amla talks more about: How she started experiencing extreme vision loss from a young age How she is an advocate for all of those with disabilities And important it is to fill up your own cup of self-love FOLLOW HER JOURNEY: https://www.amlaspeaks.com/ FOLLOW MY JOURNEY: Instagram Brand Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncassocreations/ Travel Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncasso/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyherstory/ Website https://www.kaitlyncasso.com/ How to Create a Podcast Course: https://kaitlyncasso.podia.com/how-to-create-a-podcast-course --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaitlyn-casso/support

Today on Inspired by HERstory is Dr. Shamita Trivedi. Dr. Trivedi is a Pediatric Endocrinologist who pursued her RYT-200 Yoga Teacher Training while staying full-time as a practicing Pediatric Endocrinologist. Yoga remained a part of her journey throughout all of her schooling and physician training. Her Yoga practice deepened when she found she needed some Balance and Centering as her life in the hospital was diverging from her real life. Now, she happily is fully herself in all of the roles she fills including being a full-time physician as well as starting her own Virtual Yoga studio, Jeet Victory Yoga! During this episode, she talks more about: How she decided to pursue her RYT-200 Yoga Teacher Training while staying a full-time physician How yoga has helped her handle stress as a physician And how you can have more than one passion FOLLOW HER JOURNEY Website: jeetvictoryyoga.com Instagram: @jeetvictoryyoga FOLLOW MY JOURNEY: Instagram Brand Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncassocreations/ Travel Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncasso/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyherstory/ Website https://www.kaitlyncasso.com/ How to Create a Podcast Course: https://kaitlyncasso.podia.com/how-to-create-a-podcast-course --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaitlyn-casso/support

Today on Inspired by HERstory is Prati Kaufman. Prati is a leading global Marketing Energy Coach based out of West Hartford, CT. She partners with entrepreneurs to scale their businesses with laser-focused, integrated marketing. She has a best-in-class digital marketing agency to provide small business owners and entrepreneurs with the right digital marketing tools, resources, and initiatives to build their brand, reach more customers and meet the business goals. She is also a certified Master Practitioner of Energy Leadership Index (ELI) assessment which is a one-of-a-kind assessment that breaks down the basic elements of human beliefs, values, and action into seven core levels of energy. During this episode, Prati talks more about: Her journey from meeting her husband in a chat room to moving to the United States How mindset is the key to everything And how she helps her clients while combining marketing and energy work FOLLOW HER JOURNEY:  Website: https://www.pratikaufman.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pratikaufman/ Love Story: https://www.courant.com/news/connecticut/hc-news-love-story-0818-20190818-cfqdovslrfgijegfsvciyumwnm-story.html FOLLOW MY JOURNEY: Instagram Brand Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncassocreations/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyherstory/ Website https://www.kaitlyncasso.com/ How to Create a Podcast Course: https://kaitlyncasso.podia.com/how-to-create-a-podcast-course --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaitlyn-casso/support

Today on Inspired by HERstory is Robyn Gigl. Robyn is the author of BY WAY OF SORROW, an attorney, author, and activist who has been honored by the ACLU-NJ and the NJ Pride Network for her work on behalf of the LGBTQ+ community. She has been appointed by the New Jersey Supreme Court to the Court’s Committee on Diversity Inclusion and Community Engagement, and by the Governor and Legislature to the New Jersey Transgender Equality Taskforce. She is a member of the Board of Directors of Garden State Equality, NJ’s largest LGBTQ+ Civil Rights Organization. Robyn lives in New Jersey, where she continues to practice law by day and work on her next novel by night. During this episode, Robyn talks more about: Why she decided to go through the transition later in life What made her decide to write her book “By Way of Sorrow” And how she feels like her book can help others FOLLOW HER JOURNEY:  Website: robyngigl.com  Twitter: @robyngigl FOLLOW MY JOURNEY: Instagram Brand Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncassocreations/ Travel Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncasso/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyherstory/ Website https://www.kaitlyncasso.com/ How to Create a Podcast Course: https://kaitlyncasso.podia.com/how-to-create-a-podcast-course --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaitlyn-casso/support

On today’s KC Chats episode I share the fact that I am expanding into my 30s! So often people get upset when they hit milestone birthdays after a certain point but not this girl! I’m ready for it! Find out more about exciting new ventures I have coming my way as I enter 30. FOLLOW MY JOURNEY: Instagram Brand Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncassocreations/ Travel Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncasso/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyherstory/ Website https://www.kaitlyncasso.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaitlyn-casso/support

Today on Inspired by HERstory is Samantha Dennison. Samantha is a cheerleader for those seeking to make positive changes in their lives and their businesses. She believes that we are all on this journey to excel and that each journey must begin with trust, acceptance, and forgiveness which are the building blocks of strong relationships and unwavering faith.  Also known as Gigi, Samantha absolutely loves the role of grandmother and the lessons of joy and happiness that each child brings to her life. For this, she was kept. During this episode, Samantha talks more about: How she chose life over addiction How she supports small business through E.P.I.C Tricountry CT And how to hold on even when things are tough FOLLOW HER JOURNEY: Website: www.epictricountyct.com Instagram: @epictricountyct Facebook: Samantha Dennison or EPICTricountyCT FOLLOW MY JOURNEY: Instagram Brand Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncassocreations/ Travel Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncasso/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyherstory/ Website https://www.kaitlyncasso.com/ How to Create a Podcast Course: https://kaitlyncasso.podia.com/how-to-create-a-podcast-course --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaitlyn-casso/support

Today on Inspired by HERstory is Tara Eusebi. Tara is the Founder and Chief Blesser of Bless. In 2018, Tara stepped away from a successful career in corporate America to pursue her passion for helping others. This pursuit led to the creation and development of Bless, a mobile application that is bringing communities together to help one another in every part of the world. Now Tara is on a mission to change the world by changing lives one need at a time uniting humanity and impacting generations through the power of Bless! The account of her journey will inspire and encourage you to discover your passion and go after your dreams. During this episode, Tara talks more about: What made her decide to start the Bless app How we have the power to make an impact in the world And how it has impacted those in need around the country FOLLOW HER JOURNEY: Website: https://www.bless-app.com   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlessMobileapp   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blessmobileapp   Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlessMobileapp?lang=en   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bless-mobile-app FOLLOW MY JOURNEY: Instagram Brand Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncassocreations/ Travel Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncasso/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyherstory/ Website https://www.kaitlyncasso.com/ How to Create a Podcast Course: https://kaitlyncasso.podia.com/how-to-create-a-podcast-course --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaitlyn-casso/support

Today on Inspired by HERstory is Suriani Hostetler, CEO and Founder of Sharpline Accounting Services. Suriani helps businesses with their bookkeeping and accounting needs so that they can focus on profit growth and revenue generation. She is a CPA and a Quickbooks Online ProAdvisor,  with 6 years of experience as a bookkeeping practice and 15 years of experience in the accounting and finance industry and is passionate about helping businesses gain financial clarity so that they can grow to the next level! Suriani is also the author of two Kindle books “Journey to Resilience” and “Rise to Resilience”. During this episode, Suriani talks more about: How losing her mother at a young age and becoming a single mom affected her life How she decided to write 2 Kindle books about her journeys And how to determine the difference between the facts and truth in your life FOLLOW HER JOURNEY:  Website: https://sharpline-accounting-services-llc.business.site/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=referral Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SharplineAccountingServices Journey of Resilience: https://www.amazon.com/JOURNEY-RESILIENCE-Lessons-Daughters-Healing-ebook/dp/B08MWR436S/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1OG8CCZGUURSR&dchild=1&keywords=suria+bakri&qid=1607441435&s=digital-text&sprefix=suria%2Caps%2C417&sr=1-1 Rise to Resilience: https://www.amazon.com/RISE-RESILIENCE-story-Single-Mother-ebook/dp/B08DR26RZ4/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1OG8CCZGUURSR&dchild=1&keywords=suria+bakri&qid=1607441469&s=digital-text&sprefix=suria%2Caps%2C417&sr=1-2 FOLLOW MY JOURNEY: Instagram Brand Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncassocreations/ Travel Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncasso/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyherstory/ Website https://www.kaitlyncasso.com/ How to Create a Podcast Course: https://kaitlyncasso.podia.com/how-to-create-a-podcast-course --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaitlyn-casso/support

Today on Inspired by HERstory is Liz De Lima. Liz is a driven and determined individual. She began her career with aspirations of becoming a Veterinarian. She completed three Bachelor of Science degrees, a dual Master’s of Science degree in Molecular Biology and Microbiology, and an MBA with a focus on entrepreneurship. But none of that has anything to do with her current venture now. Liz is the founder and owner of FierceMODA where clothing does not only fit because of size and style but because it makes you feel empowered, confident, and stronger! During this episode, Liz talks more about: How her body and mind transformation helped create the idea behind FierceMODA How clothing helps contribute to confidence and empowerment And how she plans on helping startup clothing designers FOLLOW HER JOURNEY: Website: https://fiercemoda.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fiercemoda.fashion/ FOLLOW MY JOURNEY: Instagram Brand Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncassocreations/ Travel Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncasso/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyherstory/ Website https://www.kaitlyncasso.com/ How to Create a Podcast Course: https://kaitlyncasso.podia.com/how-to-create-a-podcast-course --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaitlyn-casso/support

Today on Inspired by HERstory is Sary Miller. Sary is a healer and transformation guide serving the purpose of ReWilding humanity. She has lived a life off the beaten path, and her unique perspective builds on her skillset to create breakthrough transformations for those who desire a truly extraordinary existence. ReWilding is a one-on-one trauma-informed somatically integrated transformation journey where Sary helps you to free your true authentic self from the stuck patterns of your life. During this episode, Sary talks more about: How growing up with epilepsy led her to living the “not so normal” lifestyle How she chose to live off the grid And how choosing brain surgery became her dark knight of the soul FOLLOW HER JOURNEY Website: www.withsary.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/withsary  Facebook: www.facebook.com/withsary  FOLLOW MY JOURNEY: Instagram Brand Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncassocreations/ Travel Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncasso/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyherstory/ Website https://www.kaitlyncasso.com/ How to Create a Podcast Course: https://kaitlyncasso.podia.com/how-to-create-a-podcast-course --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaitlyn-casso/support

Today on Inspired by HERstory is Danielle Dalesio. Danielle is a mindset coach and certified yoga instructor who specializes in helping women reconnect with themselves, reduce stress, and step into their confidence to create ultimate success and happiness. After years of struggling with crippling anxiety, Danielle found so much freedom through yoga and self-growth practices that she decided to leave her corporate engineering job to teach these methods to others through personal coaching, group programs, and workshops. She currently lives in Dallas, Texas with her husband and English Bulldog, Rowi. During this episode Danielle talks more about: How she transitioned from a mechanical engineering career to being a mindset coach How she got comfortable with selling And why believing in yourself is crucial FOLLOW HER JOURNEY: Instagram: www.instagram.com/danielle.dalesio  Free Gift Ebook "HOW TO BE CONFIDENT BEFORE YOU HAVE THE RESULTS YOU WANT":  https://www.danielledalesio.com/herstoryfreegift   YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIh_i1njVLbFYf5UiRcOi3g?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW MY JOURNEY: Instagram Brand Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncassocreations/ Travel Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncasso/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyherstory/ Website https://www.kaitlyncasso.com/ How to Create a Podcast Course: https://kaitlyncasso.podia.com/how-to-create-a-podcast-course  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaitlyn-casso/support

Today on Inspired by HERstory is Mary Roy. Mary is the CEO and Founder of Primal Love Studio. This REVOLUTIONARY mind body soul fitness system provides participants with a personalized roadmap to living an empowered life. She is a breast cancer thriver with a keen sense of what it takes to develop inner and outer strength. As a published author, blogger, and ex-fitness competitor, her mission is to enlighten others to find their sweet spot of strength and vitality. During this episode, Mary talks more about: How she started Primal Love Studio to focus on the mind, body, and soul How she healed herself naturally from breast cancer And what the dark night of the soul is FOLLOW HER JOURNEY:  Website: PrimalLoveStudio.com  Instagram: Instagram.com/primallovestudio.com  Facebook: facebook.com/primallovestudio.com FOLLOW MY JOURNEY: Instagram Brand Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncassocreations/ Travel Photography: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyncasso/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyherstory/ Website https://www.kaitlyncasso.com/ HONEYBOOK (Save 50% your first year!): http://share.honeybook.com/kaitlyn42938 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaitlyn-casso/support