From Paralysis to Purpose: Victoria Burmeister's Journey of Strength and Faith

Shari Teigman Talks about Unpack, Unbelive, & Understand to Find More of You

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2418658/fan_mail/new] Shari Teigman Talks about Unpack, Unbelive, & Understand to Find More of You Shari Teigman, a creative business strategist and founder of the Maverick approach, joins Kristin DeSouza to discuss unpacking inherited beliefs, building authentic success, and re-infusing life and work with “more of you.” They explore how early experiences can create safety narratives—like job security as survival—and how growth requires compassionate “unbelieving,” self-trust, and repeated cliff-edge moments that become easier over time. Shari explains the Maverick Method as questioning what fits, identifying “fountains and drains,” and resisting formulaic achievement that can leave high achievers numb or burnt out. She shares patterns she sees in leaders, emphasizing values alignment and identity over spreadsheets, plus her own personal reinventions through divorce, motherhood, perimenopause, and her mother’s death. Timestamps 00:00 Welcome to Happiness Unscripted 00:49 Unscripted & Unstoppable - Introducing Shari Teigman 02:18 Unpacking Safety Beliefs 03:55 Honoring Your Past 06:17 Why We See It Differently 07:28 What Being Maverick Means 09:25 Achievement Without Feeling 10:48 Fountains and Drains 12:02 Living Fully Expressed 13:32 Starting the Podcast Leap 18:32 Realignment Before Strategy 20:22 Your Focus Shapes Evidence 23:22 Kids As Lighthouses 32:43 Rebuilding Through Loss 40:58 Signed, Sealed, Inspired 41:51 Until the Next Unscripted Moment Connect with Shari Teigman 👥 Contact: ✉️: shari@shariteigman.com 🌐: www.shariteigman.com 📱 Social Media: On Instagram:  www.instagram.com/shariteigman On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shariteigman/ ✨ Offerings: https://sharidteigman.ac-page.com/TheMaverickWayPrelaunch  Don't miss out on getting Shari's book - out in May! Connect with Happiness Unscripted: ✉️: happinessunscriptedpodcast@gmail.com 🎙️: https://happinessunscripted.buzzsprout.com [https://happinessunscripted.buzzsprout.com]       On Spotify       https://open.spotify.com/show/61RuOPMxtnkZaGKtQTO1pm?si=e7bfd270bb7f489a [https://open.spotify.com/show/61RuOPMxtnkZaGKtQTO1pm?si=e7bfd270bb7f489a]        On Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happiness-unscripted/id1837486744 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happiness-unscripted/id1837486744] * Also where you normally listen 👂 to podcasts! 📱 Social Media: * facebook.com/HappinessUnscripted [https://www.facebook.com/HappinessUnscripted] * instagram.com/happinessunscripted/ [https://www.instagram.com/happinessunscripted/] Hey there friends! Just a friendly reminder that this podcast is all about sharing ideas and having fun conversations. I'm not an expert in this subject over here - just a curious person exploring topics I find interesting. So please don't take anything said here as professional advice. When in doubt, chat with the real pros who know their stuff. Thanks for listening and hope you join us for the next episode! Now, let's dive in and get happy!

The Messy U-Turn with Shari Teigman

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2418658/fan_mail/new] Shari Teigman, a creative business strategist and founder of the Maverick approach, joins Kristin DeSouza on Happiness Unscripted to share how a rough divorce as a single mom pushed her to rebuild a life and business that fit her, rather than following roles, rules, and “shoulds.” She describes learning she had been living in relation to others, people-pleasing, and reading rooms instead of hearing herself, and explains how COVID amplified boundary-setting and personal crises for many. Shari emphasizes that happiness isn’t something others can provide and that we’re not responsible for managing others’ discomfort. She outlines a three-part process for change—unpack what you’re carrying, “unbelief” what isn’t yours, and understand where you want to go—so you can act without waiting for perfect clarity and expand the capacity to hold what you truly want. Timestamps 00:00 Welcome to Happiness Unscripted 00:48 Unscripted & Unstoppable - Introducing Shari Teigman 02:17 Origins of the Maverick Method 07:20 Finding Your Own Beat 10:02 COVID as a Maverick Era 13:20 Recognizing When It's Time for Change 18:58 When the Body Speaks 21:49 Unpack, Unbelieve, Understand 30:22 Signed, Sealed, Inspired 31:03 Until the Next Unscripted Moment Connect with Shari Teigman 👥 Contact: ✉️: shari@shariteigman.com 🌐: www.shariteigman.com 📱 Social Media: On Instagram:  www.instagram.com/shariteigman On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shariteigman/ ✨ Offerings: https://sharidteigman.ac-page.com/TheMaverickWayPrelaunch  Don't miss out on getting Shari's book - out in May! Connect with Happiness Unscripted: ✉️: happinessunscriptedpodcast@gmail.com 🎙️: https://happinessunscripted.buzzsprout.com [https://happinessunscripted.buzzsprout.com]       On Spotify       https://open.spotify.com/show/61RuOPMxtnkZaGKtQTO1pm?si=e7bfd270bb7f489a [https://open.spotify.com/show/61RuOPMxtnkZaGKtQTO1pm?si=e7bfd270bb7f489a]        On Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happiness-unscripted/id1837486744 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happiness-unscripted/id1837486744] * Also where you normally listen 👂 to podcasts! 📱 Social Media: * facebook.com/HappinessUnscripted [https://www.facebook.com/HappinessUnscripted] * instagram.com/happinessunscripted/ [https://www.instagram.com/happinessunscripted/] Hey there friends! Just a friendly reminder that this podcast is all about sharing ideas and having fun conversations. I'm not an expert in this subject over here - just a curious person exploring topics I find interesting. So please don't take anything said here as professional advice. When in doubt, chat with the real pros who know their stuff. Thanks for listening and hope you join us for the next episode! Now, let's dive in and get happy!

Healing Through Hardship: Victoria Burmeister on Living Victoriously and Sharing Her Wisdom

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2418658/fan_mail/new] In this powerful episode of Happiness Unscripted, Kristin DeSouza continues her conversation with Victoria Burmeister, a resilience advocate who overcame a devastating car accident at 19 that left her paralyzed. Victoria shares her journey of defying the odds, focusing on a positive mindset, and living without regrets. They discuss the importance of reclaiming joy, sensuality, and strength, as well as Victoria's experiences with love, parenting from a wheelchair, and her upcoming memoir, 'Whiplash but Not Broken.' This episode highlights the significance of a supportive mindset, embracing life's challenges, and the power of love and communication in overcoming hardships. **Note: This episode touches on some triggering or sensitive topics, including suicide and intimate relationships.**  Chapter Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to Happiness Unscripted 00:20 Victoria's Journey of Resilience 01:09 Mindset and Overcoming Negativity 03:01 Surviving a Stroke 06:24 Living with No Regrets 08:05 Advocacy for Joy, Sensuality, and Strength 11:09 Challenges in Relationships 17:51 Navigating Emotional Conversations 19:03 The Importance of Communication 19:59 Overcoming Public Scrutiny 20:52 Humor in Adversity 23:43 Reflecting on Relationships 27:51 Raising Children as a Single Parent 29:13 Finding Support in Hard Times 32:27 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Connect with Victoria Burmeister, author of Whiplash but Not Broken: 🌐: https://lifewave.com/victoriaalen (For more information on X39) 📱 Social Media: * https://www.facebook.com/VAllen5 [https://www.facebook.com/HappinessUnscripted] * https://www.instagram.com/life_possitively_rolls_on/ [https://www.youtube.com/@forwardnaturalmedicine6219/videos] Connect with Happiness Unscripted: ✉️: happinessunscriptedpodcast@gmail.com 🎙️: https://happinessunscripted.buzzsprout.com [https://happinessunscripted.buzzsprout.com]       On Spotify       https://open.spotify.com/show/61RuOPMxtnkZaGKtQTO1pm?si=e7bfd270bb7f489a [https://open.spotify.com/show/61RuOPMxtnkZaGKtQTO1pm?si=e7bfd270bb7f489a]        On Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happiness-unscripted/id1837486744 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happiness-unscripted/id1837486744] * Also where you normally listen 👂 to podcasts! 📱 Social Media: * facebook.com/HappinessUnscripted [https://www.facebook.com/HappinessUnscripted] * instagram.com/happinessunscripted/ [https://www.instagram.com/happinessunscripted/] Hey there friends! Just a friendly reminder that this podcast is all about sharing ideas and having fun conversations. I'm not an expert in this subject over here - just a curious person exploring topics I find interesting. So please don't take anything said here as professional advice. When in doubt, chat with the real pros who know their stuff. Thanks for listening and hope you join us for the next episode! Now, let's dive in and get happy!

From Paralysis to Purpose: Victoria Burmeister's Journey of Strength and Faith

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2418658/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Happiness Unscripted, host Kristin DeSouza welcomes Victoria Burmeister, a passionate advocate for holistic healing,  along side traditional medicine, and empowerment. Victoria shares her inspiring story of surviving a car accident that left her paralyzed at the age of 19. Despite the devastating news, she defied medical expectations, regained some physical abilities, and dedicated her life to helping others reclaim their joy and strength. Through her personal experiences, writing, and advocacy work, Victoria illustrates the power of a positive mindset, relentless determination, and faith. She discusses the importance of holistic wellness, the life-changing impact of alternatives like the X39 patch, and the philosophy of not being broken but constantly becoming. This powerful conversation reveals the heart of resilience and the ongoing journey of creating joy and purpose in life's toughest moments. 00:00 Welcome to Happiness Unscripted 00:13 Introducing Victoria Burmeister 02:26 Victoria's Life Before the Accident 07:21 The Life-Changing Accident 10:25 Rehabilitation and Resilience 19:22 Mindset and Personal Growth 25:40 Physical Recovery and Independence 29:06 Spiritual Journey and Realizations 30:30 The Burden Lifted 30:51 A Call to Write a Book 31:45 Healing her Relationship with God 34:01 Discovering the X39 Patch 35:59 Experiencing the Benefits 49:09 Mind-Body Wellness 49:47 Conclusion and Reflection Connect with Victoria Burmeister, author of Whiplash but Not Broken: 🌐: https://lifewave.com/victoriaalen (For more information on X39) 📱 Social Media: * https://www.facebook.com/VAllen5 [https://www.facebook.com/HappinessUnscripted] * https://www.instagram.com/life_possitively_rolls_on/ [https://www.youtube.com/@forwardnaturalmedicine6219/videos] Connect with Happiness Unscripted: ✉️: happinessunscriptedpodcast@gmail.com 🎙️: https://happinessunscripted.buzzsprout.com [https://happinessunscripted.buzzsprout.com]       On Spotify       https://open.spotify.com/show/61RuOPMxtnkZaGKtQTO1pm?si=e7bfd270bb7f489a [https://open.spotify.com/show/61RuOPMxtnkZaGKtQTO1pm?si=e7bfd270bb7f489a]        On Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happiness-unscripted/id1837486744 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happiness-unscripted/id1837486744] * Also where you normally listen 👂 to podcasts! 📱 Social Media: * facebook.com/HappinessUnscripted [https://www.facebook.com/HappinessUnscripted] * instagram.com/happinessunscripted/ [https://www.instagram.com/happinessunscripted/] Hey there friends! Just a friendly reminder that this podcast is all about sharing ideas and having fun conversations. I'm not an expert in this subject over here - just a curious person exploring topics I find interesting. So please don't take anything said here as professional advice. When in doubt, chat with the real pros who know their stuff. Thanks for listening and hope you join us for the next episode! Now, let's dive in and get happy!

Beyond Symptoms: Dr. Ashley Woyak's Insights to Women's Midlife Health

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2418658/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Happiness Unscripted, host Kristin DeSouza continues her enlightening conversation with Dr. Ashley Woyak, a naturopathic and chiropractic physician at Forward Natural Medicine in Madison, Wisconsin. The focus is on women's health in midlife, delving into common challenges such as hormonal imbalances, poor sleep, and emotional well-being. Dr. Woyak emphasizes the importance of a personalized, root-cause approach in functional medicine that looks beyond symptoms. She shares valuable insights on the interconnectedness of physical and mental health, highlighting how even small changes can lead to significant improvements. The episode underscores the idea that health and wellness are not about perfection but making consistent, manageable progress. 00:00 Welcome to Happiness Unscripted: Returning with Dr. Ashley Woyak 00:54 When Your Midlife Body Changes the Rules 21:01 Pushing Through vs. Listening to Your Body 23:55 From Burnout to Balance: Building Total Wellbeing 27:05 It's Never Too Late to Change 29:42 Health & Wellness is Not Perfection 31:35 Your Next Step on the Happiness Path: Rate, Review, & Rewrite Your Story! Connect with Dr. Ashley Woyak of Forward Natural Medicine: 🌐: https://www.forwardnaturalmed.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/@forwardnaturalmedicine6219/videos] 📱 Social Media: * https://www.facebook.com/forwardnaturalmed/ [https://www.facebook.com/HappinessUnscripted] * https://www.instagram.com/forwardnaturalmed/ [https://www.youtube.com/@forwardnaturalmedicine6219/videos] * https://www.youtube.com/@forwardnaturalmedicine6219/videos [https://www.youtube.com/@forwardnaturalmedicine6219/videos] Connect with Happiness Unscripted: ✉️: happinessunscriptedpodcast@gmail.com 🎙️: https://happinessunscripted.buzzsprout.com [https://happinessunscripted.buzzsprout.com]       On Spotify       https://open.spotify.com/show/61RuOPMxtnkZaGKtQTO1pm?si=e7bfd270bb7f489a [https://open.spotify.com/show/61RuOPMxtnkZaGKtQTO1pm?si=e7bfd270bb7f489a]        On Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happiness-unscripted/id1837486744 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happiness-unscripted/id1837486744] * Also where you normally listen 👂 to podcasts! 📱 Social Media: * facebook.com/HappinessUnscripted [https://www.facebook.com/HappinessUnscripted] * instagram.com/happinessunscripted/ [https://www.instagram.com/happinessunscripted/] Hey there friends! Just a friendly reminder that this podcast is all about sharing ideas and having fun conversations. I'm not an expert in this subject over here - just a curious person exploring topics I find interesting. So please don't take anything said here as professional advice. When in doubt, chat with the real pros who know their stuff. Thanks for listening and hope you join us for the next episode! Now, let's dive in and get happy!