Transforming and Thriving

Podcast by Brooke Sacchetti, Stacie Weaver, and Neelia Heydt

Transforming and Thriving

"Transforming and Thriving," hosted by 3 best friends (Brooke, Stacie, and Neelia) is a podcast dedicated to showcasing the stories of resilient, everyday women who have persevered through pivotal transitions and/or traumas. In each interview, you will learn about their strength, their courage, and the work they are continuing to do to move through life. In this community, you will find a space of support and motivational fuel to create meaning from the mess. Our podcast aims to highlight the message we all need to hear when going through the muck: You are not alone, and you too can transform and thrive. Let’s move through it together. See you there!

Latest episodes

26 May 2025

Interview with Claudia Whitney- From Mess to Magic: How to Trust Yourself & Create What You Want

Join Brooke Sacchetti and Neelia Heydt on "Transforming and Thriving" for an inspiring conversation with intuitive business coach and hypnotherapist, Claudia Whitney. Claudia shares her powerful journey of reinvention, particularly her move back to the states to start her coaching business while navigating the uncertainties of motherhood. She candidly discusses hitting rock bottom, battling fear and lost confidence, and how her son became a driving force for her pivot. Discover the tools Claudia used to rebuild, including intuition journaling, self-care, and a unique self-reflection exercise involving trusted individuals, designed to uncover your strengths and blind spots.

Claudia, who helps coaches, leaders, creatives, and entrepreneurs build expansive and aligned businesses, delves into the mindset shifts and subconscious reprogramming necessary for personal and professional growth. She opens up about two significant life transitions: 1. In her early twenties, she had a transformation in which she shed insecurities and embraced self-discovery; 2. Her later move to LA, where she faced the challenges of balancing motherhood and a career pivot. Claudia’s experiences, filled with both struggle and triumph, offer valuable insights into finding magic in messy seasons and thriving on your own terms.

Claudia was generous enough to share a free resource for listeners: the Fear Alchemy Method workbook. This workbook helps you shift your relationship with fear—rather than pushing it aside, you’ll learn to understand its messages and use it as a tool for growth. Through guided exercises, you’ll expand your capacity to hold both fear and courage, allowing you to move forward with more confidence and ease. Link here: https://claudia-whitney.myflodesk.com/fear-alchemy-method-workbook

Find Claudia here: https://claudiawhitney.com

Instagram: @with.claudiawhitney

Find us here: https://linktr.ee/transformingandthriving

Get your FREE meditation download: https://transforming-and-thriving.kit.com/40d6bfadc6

We love MoonBrew for help with sleep! Tastes yummy and filled with superfoods. Use this link for our discount: https://moonbrew.co/SF7GP3BC

Going to therapy is a sign of strength, not weakness. BetterHelp makes therapy simple, with 10% off your first month to help you get started: https://betterhelp.com/transformingandthriving . (Sponsored by BetterHelp)

Music by https://www.bensound.com License code: BFZ5TTZVY9ZC7ZMK

00:00

24:03

12 May 2025

Finding Strength After the Unimaginable Loss of Her Son: Interview with Elizabeth Abraham

Join your hosts Brooke and Stacie on "Transforming and Thriving" as they share a deeply moving conversation with Elizabeth Abraham. In this episode, Elizabeth bravely opens up about the devastating loss of her son in his 30s to a tragedy that occurred unexpectedly during a hike. She shares the raw shock of that middle-of-the-night news and the long, challenging journey to finding her "new normal." Her story is one of resilience and hope, as she describes how staying busy with meaningful pursuits, including helping others and honoring her son's memory, has become a vital part of her healing process.

Neelia Heydt, Transforming and Thriving’s newest cohost, shares a special connection with Elizabeth, having known her since she was 14. Elizabeth’s Italian heritage shines through in her passion for cooking, and she's known for generously sharing comforting meals with friends, family, and neighbors. A devoted mother to her surviving son in Texas and daughter in San Clemente, and a loving grandmother, Liz's capacity for giving is evident in everything she does, from her culinary creations to writing Christmas cards for servicemen overseas.

Tune in to hear Elizabeth’s powerful story of strength and the importance of finding purpose in the face of unimaginable loss.

Find us here: https://linktr.ee/transformingandthriving

Get your FREE meditation download: https://transforming-and-thriving.kit.com/40d6bfadc6

We love MoonBrew for help with sleep! Tastes yummy and filled with superfoods. Use this link for our discount: https://moonbrew.co/SF7GP3BC

Music by https://www.bensound.com License code: BFZ5TTZVY9ZC7ZMK

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any affiliated organizations or sponsors. This content is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional regarding any questions you may have. Listener discretion is advised.

00:00

19:57

28 April 2025

From Control to Compassion: Lindsay Lyon’s Journey Through Eating and Body Image Issues

Join your cohosts Brooke Sacchetti and Stacie Weaver on "Transforming and Thriving" as they share a deeply moving conversation with Lindsay Lyon, a working mother of 3 and longtime friend of Brooke. In this episode, Lindsay courageously and candidly shares her powerful story of overcoming years of unhealthy eating and exercise habits and developing a healthier relationship with her body. Lindsay bravely opens up about her intense internal battles with perfectionism and control, the challenges of recovery, and how she's transformed her relationship with herself. She discusses the importance of empathy, the impact of well-meaning but unhelpful support, the benefits of having loved ones respond in healthy ways (like listening rather than praising or judging), and the process of silencing the "loud voice" of an eating disorder. Lindsay exemplifies strength through vulnerability in her message. She also offers valuable insights into finding strength in dark moments, the evolution of her self-perception, and the practices that help her maintain a healthy relationship with her body today.

This episode is a testament to resilience, offering hope and solidarity to those struggling with eating disorders and their loved ones. Listen as Lindsay shares what she wishes she had known earlier in her journey and the messages she hopes will resonate with others. A story of survival, strength, and the ongoing journey to healing, this episode will inspire and empower listeners to embrace their own paths to transformation. For more support, Lindsay encourages listeners and their loved ones struggling with eating or body image issues to visit NEDA’s website here: NEDA | Support, Awareness & Recovery

Find us here: https://linktr.ee/transformingandthriving

Get your FREE meditation download: https://transforming-and-thriving.kit.com/40d6bfadc6

We love MoonBrew for help with sleep! Tastes yummy and filled with superfoods. Use this link for our discount: https://moonbrew.co/SF7GP3BC

Music by https://www.bensound.com License code: BFZ5TTZVY9ZC7ZMK

00:00

36:58

14 April 2025

From Early Loss AND Divorce to Discovery: Joree Rose’s Transformative Journey Forward

Join Stacie and Neelia on "Transforming and Thriving" as they interview Joree Rose, a marriage and family therapist, mindfulness teacher, podcaster, and author, who shares her deeply personal journey of healing after divorce and the path to cultivating authentic connection with herself and others. Joree opens up about her early childhood trauma and loss as well as her more recent divorce from her high school sweetheart, describing it as a transformative journey into healing, awareness, spirituality, trust, and awe. She emphasizes how this experience reinforced the importance of practicing the tools she teaches, ensuring she lives an aligned and authentic life.

The conversation delves into the challenges of navigating such a significant life transition. Joree shares practical strategies and insights that helped her move through the difficult moments, emphasizing the ongoing nature of personal growth. Listen in to hear her incredible story about breaking the block and how she learned to flip the script on her mindset and focus to get what she wants. She discusses the importance of leaning in, even when it’s challenging, and the continuous work required to move forward. Joree offers valuable advice for listeners navigating their own challenges, encouraging them to stay resilient and find their path.

In this episode, Joree discusses how her experiences fueled her professional passions: she now helps her clients be in better relationships, to themselves and others. In her current work, she guides clients in identifying stuck patterns, gaining compassionate insight into their roots, healing the wounds that perpetuate them, and rewriting their narrative to reflect their authentic selves.

Be sure to connect with her and utilize her incredible resources! Visit Joree Rose - Couples Counseling, Relationship Coach, Mindfulness Expert for access to her mindfulness courses, parenting course, individual therapy/coaching, her new book “A Year of Gratitude,” and her podcasts!

Direct link to her new Journey Forward podcast membership: Journey Forward® Podcast Membership - Joree Rose Couples Counseling, Therapy for Women

Love Isn’t Enough Relationship Master Class series: https://loveisntenough.net/masterclass/

Find us here: https://linktr.ee/transformingandthriving

Please be sure to leave us a review here AND connect with us on Instagram Transforming and Thriving

Click here Free Meditation to get a free meditation download as well!

Music by https://www.bensound.com License code: BFZ5TTZVY9ZC7ZMK

00:00

38:45

31 March 2025

From Subdural Hematoma & Life-Threatening C. Diff Infection to Community Leader: Li Saul's Inspiring Journey

"Transforming and Thriving," hosted by 3 best friends (Brooke, Stacie, and Neelia) is a podcast dedicated to showcasing the stories of resilient women who have persevered through pivotal transitions and/or traumas. In this episode, Li Saul delivers a powerful and raw account of her extraordinary journey to recovery. In January 2019, a seemingly minor head injury spiraled into a life-threatening ordeal, resulting in a subdural hematoma and brain bleed. Li's health plummeted, taking her from a vibrant 117 pounds to a fragile 85 pounds, fighting for survival.

She bravely details the harrowing cascade of physical symptoms and demanding treatments she endured. From the relentless buzzing in her head that stole her sleep to contracting the potentially fatal C. Diff infection during the pandemic, Li faced unimaginable challenges. She even underwent a fecal transplant procedure, a testament to her unwavering will to live.

This episode isn't just about survival; it's about transformation. Li shares how her spiritual practices deepened and evolved through these trials, becoming a cornerstone of her healing process. But her story doesn't end with recovery. Driven by her experiences, Li has become a beacon of hope in her community. As part of a faith-based group in her community called The Women of Encouragement, she leads impactful outreach efforts, providing support and resources to those facing their own health battles and other challenges.

Beyond her community work, Li's life is flourishing. She recently celebrated a joyful marriage surrounded by loved ones, and she's found professional fulfillment as the founder of a thriving advertising agency, where she's committed to positively impacting the lives of her employees.

Join us as Li Saul shares her incredible story of resilience, healing, and the power of giving back.

Find us here: https://linktr.ee/transformingandthriving

Please be sure to leave us a review here AND connect with us on Instagram Transforming and Thriving

Click here https://transforming-and-thriving.kit.com/40d6bfadc6 to get a free meditation download as well!

We love MoonBrew for help with sleep! Tastes yummy and filled with superfoods. Use this link for our discount: https://moonbrew.co/SF7GP3BC

Music by https:/ /www.bensound.com License code: BFZ5TTZVY9ZC7ZMK

00:00

30:26

17 March 2025

Navigating Single Motherhood and Intensive Leukemia Treatment: Interview with Chelseah Darling on her Physical, Spiritual, and Mental Rebirth

"Transforming and Thriving," hosted by 3 best friends (Brooke, Stacie, and Neelia) is a podcast dedicated to showcasing the stories of resilient women who have persevered through pivotal transitions and/or traumas. In this episode, Chelseah Darling, a woman who represents resilience and strength, describes her sudden diagnosis with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) in her mid-30s, urgent (and lengthy) hospitalizations and treatments and stem cell transplant, all while navigating being a single mama of a 6-year-old boy. Chelseah is a physician’s assistant who put her career on hold to heal. She openly shares how she survived the chemotherapy treatments, traumatic stem cell transplant, as well as the emotional toll this all took… living in fear and being so vulnerable, and how this experience led to a rebirth of herself physically, emotionally, and spiritually. She had to find trust in herself again and heal both past and current traumas to continue to create the life she wanted for herself and her son. Chelseah describes how everything she went through has inspired her to find ways in which she can utilize her experience to help inspire hope in other women dealing with challenging life situations.

Here is the book she quoted in the episode that helped her on her healing journey: The 12 Stages of Healing: A Network Approach to Wholeness by Donald M. Epstein

To register to be a donor and save a life: https://www.nmdp.org/

Find us here: https://linktr.ee/transformingandthriving

Click here https://transforming-and-thriving.kit.com/40d6bfadc6 to get a free meditation download as well!

We love MoonBrew for help with sleep! Tastes yummy and filled with superfoods. Use this link for our discount: https://moonbrew.co/SF7GP3BC

Music by https:/ /www.bensound.com License code: BFZ5TTZVY9ZC7ZMK

00:00

33:04