In this episode, we dive into the extraordinary journey of Kat Sforcina, a serial entrepreneur, NED, and former C-suite executive turned initiated shaman. Kat shares how she bridges the corporate and spiritual worlds to help leaders and individuals embrace the Power of Connection, Soul, and the Sacred in their lives and work.
This season, we wanted to bring you something a little different, inspiration for what’s possible on a sabbatical, and this conversation is exactly that. Kat takes us through her work with Wild Tribes and Transforming Tribes, which focuses on personal and corporate transformation through nature connection, rites of passage, and self-awareness. Together, we explore:
How and why it’s important to explore deeper meanings during a sabbatical
The significance of rites of passage and vision quests as transformative experiences
Why creating safe spaces for transformation is crucial
How addressing root causes of dissatisfaction leads to lasting change
The power of nature connection for self-awareness and growth
How addiction to routine can hinder personal growth and transformation
Ways indigenous wisdom can guide modern leadership practices
Why sabbaticals can be opportunities for profound personal insights
The ongoing journey of self-discovery and personal evolution
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Sabbatical Stories
01:12 Meet Kat: From Executive to Shaman
06:05 The Nature of Transformation
09:47 Rites of Passage and Vision Quests
14:14 The Call for Change
19:46 Personal Journeys and Insights
25:52 The Power of Nature and Self-Discovery
31:24 Advice for Contemplating a Vision Quest or Sabbatical
Guest bio: Kat Sforcina is a serial entrepreneur, NED and c-suite executive turned initiated shaman now bridging these worlds together to bring the Power of Connection, Soul and the Sacred to the future of life, leadership, innovation & Impact.
Connect with Kat on LinkedIn and learn more about her work at Transforming Tribes and Wild Tribes
Get in touch: If you are interested in sharing your sabbatical story, we would love to hear from you. Buzz us a DM on Instagram - @Sabbatical_Stories or reach out on LinkedIn - Bex Thomas.
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