We are normalizing taking breaks, being mindful of media consumption, and reconnecting with what serves us.
This will be the last Becoming Obsessed episode of 2025 - but I’ll be back with some fresh and exciting ideas first thing in 2026, that I am so excited to share with you all. In the meantime, you can keep up with me and my journey with Creative Law Shop here. Talk soon!
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In this episode, we dive deep into the difference between "easy" and "ease"—and why building a life and business with ease doesn't mean avoiding ambition or hard work.
Tiffany Napper, a business consultant, keynote speaker, and resilience advocate who helps founders grow wildly profitable businesses without burnout, shares her journey from PR powerhouse (working with icons like Elton John and Disney) to trusted advisor for six- and seven-figure companies, and opens up about loss, resilience, and her mission to help women thrive with both ambition and ease. You'll hear about her unique lifestyle (living on a yacht!), her "Soft CEO Era," and practical ways to lead, rest, and build a business that feels good from the inside out.
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Becoming Obsessed just turned two years old—and I honestly can’t believe it!
In this solo episode, I’m getting real and a little vulnerable about the pressures we face around appearance, body image, and the constant noise from social media. I’m sharing my journey of letting go of perfection, embracing the messy, and focusing on living a life I truly love (even if my toenails aren’t painted and my outfit isn’t “Instagram perfect”).
If you’ve ever felt the weight of unrealistic standards or found yourself stressing over things that don’t really matter, you’re not alone. I hope this episode makes you feel seen, supported, and a little less obsessed with what doesn’t serve you.
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Today on Becoming Obsessed, we talk all about the art of telling your story and embracing your identity as a writer with Shana Hartman.
Shana is a former university English professor turned Embody Writing Coach, founder of Synergy Publishing Group, and an ICF and Body Mind Methods certified coach. In this episode, Shana shares her journey from academia to coaching, and reveals how writing can be a powerful tool for self-connection, healing, and sharing your voice with the world.
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Today on Becoming Obsessed, we explore how to find purpose and satisfaction in your career with Angela McKay. Angela is a career intuitive vocation coach who helps purpose-driven professionals create soul-led careers and meaningful change. In this episode, Angela shares her journey from over 25 years in HR to building her own coaching business, and offers practical advice for anyone feeling stuck or ready for a new chapter.
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Today on Becoming Obsessed, we dive into the art of becoming your most iconic self with Jen Szpigiel, founder of Becoming Iconic and editor-in-chief of Iconic Magazine.
Jen shares her journey from building a powerhouse wellness brand to creating a business and life that truly light her up. We get into what it means to pursue growth, the realities behind the highlight reel, and how women can embrace abundance, leadership, and self-care on their own terms.
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Today on Becoming Obsessed, we dive deep into the transformative power of unstructured time and intentional living with Jack Sellwood.
Jack is the co-founder and CEO of Grapple, the world's first do-it-yourself data platform. He shares his journey from launching Grapple, to practices that help him stay balanced and productive. We discuss the importance of creating space for creativity, the ins and outs of building a startup, and living a life rooted in self-discovery and connection.
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Y'all, I can't contain my excitement—I'm heading to Italy for a whole month! After three long years without a trip to Europe, I'm finally going back.
In this solo episode, I am breaking down my what my itinerary looks like; From Rome, to Sicily, Milan, and more! While I’ll have have a full schedule, I’m still leaving room for spontaneous adventures and prioritizing slowing down.
I'll also share my strategies for staying on budget and making the most of this trip. Your recommendations for hidden gems, thrifting spots, and must-visit restaurants are my secret weapons. So tune in, share your tips, and embark on this Italian adventure with me!
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Today on Becoming Obsessed, we dive into the art of ditching the rule book and intentionally designing a life on your own terms with Sam Laliberte.
Sam is a serial entrepreneur, digital nomad, and the voice behind the Freedom Lifestyle podcast. Sam shares her journey from small-town Canada to traveling the world, building a business that supports her freedom, and helping others launch and grow their own podcasts. We talk about cultivating community as a digital nomad, the realities of entrepreneurship, and how to stay aligned with your values while building a life you love.
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Are you tired of managing symptoms rather than finding real solutions for your health issues?
In this episode of the Becoming Obsessed Podcast, we dive into self-care and functional medicine with Dr. Taylor Smeenk, founder and CEO of Empact Wellness.
Taylor shares her journey from dealing with personal injuries and illnesses to starting her own clinic. She explains the principles of functional medicine, its focus on identifying root causes of health issues, and offers advice on advocating for yourself in the healthcare system.
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What does it mean to grow up everywhere and nowhere at the same time?
In this episode of the Becoming Obsessed Podcast, we dive deep into cultural identity, belonging, and building a life that’s truly yours—no matter where in the world you land.
Teresa is joined by Urmi Hossain: a self-published author, speaker, blogger, financial services professional, and global citizen. Born in Italy, raised with Bengali roots, and now based in Montreal, Urmi shares her story of navigating multiple cultures, embracing her voice, and stepping into empowerment.
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What if the most magnetic brand you could build was simply a full expression of who you already are?
In this episode of Becoming Obsessed, we’re diving into soulful branding, reclaiming your creative identity, and integrating your fullest self into your business with brand artist and coach Emily Jane Sarroff. Emily blends strategy and psychology with creative expression to help entrepreneurs build brands that are both powerful and personal.
We talk about:
How to build a brand that feels like you (instead of what you think you should say online)
Reconnecting with the creative side you may have buried in the pursuit of “success”
Signs and symptoms that something in your business is out of alignment
Why embodiment—not aesthetics—is the key to magnetism
The journey of letting go of shoulds and becoming who you really are
Whether you’re a coach, a creator, or someone who’s just tired of playing a version of themselves online, this episode will challenge you to shed the shoulds, own your artistry, and become obsessed with your business again.
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Join the Becoming Obsessed Group Chat for Exclusive ContentWhat if you made something just because you wanted to—not because it would sell, perform, or go viral?
In this episode, I’m joined by certified life coach, voiceover artist, and SAG-AFTRA performer Maddie McGuire for a wildly honest convo on reclaiming your creativity and giving yourself permission to get a little messy.
We talk about the pressure to “make it,” the moments that make you want to quit, and what happens when you finally let go of the need for everything to be productive. From building a career in the entertainment industry to launching her podcast Get Messy with Maddie, Maddie shares how she’s learning to create from a place of joy—not fear—and how that one shift changed everything.
If you've ever felt stuck, stifled, or burnt out from trying to get it “right,” this one’s for you.
What We Talk About:
✨ What it really means to create without an outcome
🌀 Trusting your process—even in the chaos
🎭 Building a career as a multi-passionate creative
🧠 Learning how to stop waiting for permission
🎙 Launching a podcast just because you wanted to
🌊 Finding calm through play, routine, and creative rituals
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Have you ever felt like your body was trying to tell you something—before your brain could catch up?
In this solo episode, we’re getting real about the signals we ignore, the symptoms we dismiss, and the quiet (or sometimes loud) ways our intuition, dreams, and daily behaviors are waving red flags.
From anxiety dreams and chronic complaining to that constant sense of exhaustion, this episode is an invitation to check in with yourself—and be radically honest about what needs to shift.
If you’ve ever woken up thinking, Is something off here?, this one’s for you.
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Feeling like you missed your shot—or that you need to wait for the “perfect” moment? In this solo episode, Teresa invites you to sit with two powerful, maybe even uncomfortable, thoughts: It’s never too late. And the timeline doesn’t exist.
From sweating it out in her car to unpacking societal pressures on women, Teresa dives into the unspoken expectations that keep us stuck—and how reframing time can open the door to creative flow, feminine energy, and finally giving yourself permission to begin.
Whether you’re at a crossroads, waiting for clarity, or secretly dreaming about starting something new, this one’s for you.
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What if the key to becoming a thought leader isn’t producing more content but creating more space to think?
This week, I’m joined by Trudi Lebron: author of The Anti-Racist Business Book, founder of the Institute for Equity Centered Coaching, and the brilliant mind behind the Working Hypothesis newsletter. Trudi shares how she’s intentionally rebuilt her business to center creativity, capacity, and community. And what happens when you start playing with your ideas instead of monetizing them too soon.
We talk about:
How it's impossible to develop an idea when you're already trying to sell it
How “idea days” and enrichment practices can fuel your work (and life)
What it means to scale in a way that actually fits your life
Gen Y as the “last free generation” and why freedom still matters
Syncing your work with your body instead of burning out
This one’s for the thinkers, builders, and creatives who want more space to become who they are.
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What if your home could heal you?
Interior designer and brand strategist Katie Breidenbach is here to talk about how your physical space can shape your creativity, energy, and mental clarity. From staging a penthouse on a whim (and accidentally landing her biggest client yet) to reclaiming a dark basement as a safe cocoon during a hard season, Katie shares how she uses design to support the life she wants to live—and helps others do the same.
In this episode, we talk about:
✨ Why your closet might reveal more about your mental state than you think
✨ The Faces Behind the Spaces movement and designing beyond aesthetics
✨ The real difference between a beautiful room and a meaningful one
✨ How to declutter with purpose and reclaim your space during transitions
✨ What Omaha + Phoenix are getting right (and wrong) when it comes to design, community, and sober social options
We also nerd out on the psychology of space, ADHD piles, and how intentional design could transform everything from your living room to psychedelic therapy clinics.
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Ever feel like the pressure to make something good is holding you back from making something real?
In this solo episode, Teresa unpacks the difference between being a business owner and being a true thinker or creative. From Trudy LeBron’s thought leadership to the origin story of OpenAI, this one is a love letter to the dreamers who crave depth, not just deliverables.
We’re talking:
Why monetizing too early can limit your best ideas
The difference between emotional burnout and overwork
Building a body of work vs. chasing one perfect piece
The tension between legacy and virality
How to get obsessed with the journey, not the polished outcome
Whether you're a creator, founder, or just someone who thinks too deeply for your own good—this one's for you.
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Craving a plot-twist in your life?
In this episode, I’m joined by Keri-Anne Livingstone, a somatic clarity coach and the brilliant mind behind the Daring to Suck Framework. We dive deep into what it means to connect with your intuition, and find radical acceptance in your most inconvenient feelings.
We talk about why so many of us high-achievers struggle to make bold changes until we’re pushed off the cliff—and how to instead build trust with yourself, so you can make your own leap. Keri-Anne shares her own story of loss, rage, and healing (yes, there’s a rage story involving thrifted figurines and a flamethrower metaphor), and what it really looks like to “facilitate your own plot twist.”
If you’ve ever felt like something in your life needs to change but you can’t quite name what—or if you’re simply tired of intellectualizing your feelings—this one’s for you.
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We’ve all seen the shiny version of transformation online—but what about the gooey part? In this episode, executive coach and author Rachel Burr joins Teresa to talk about the real (and often unfiltered) truth about change. From ditching the linear path to leaving behind old armor, this conversation goes deep into the messy middle of growth, how to know when it’s time to step off the boat, and why play is essential for doing the work that matters.
Whether you’re navigating burnout, feeling stuck, or just trying to bring more whimsy and joy into your everyday life, this one’s for you.
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