How Women Rebuild their Identity after Divorce & Motherhood

How Women Rebuild their Identity after Divorce & Motherhood

So many women spend years being everything for everyone else… wife, mother, caregiver, supporter… until one day they wake up and realise they no longer know who they are. In this heartfelt episode of The Kat Mak Show, Amey DeAnne Stark-Foust, founder of Body First Living , shares her powerful journey of rediscovering herself after divorce, motherhood, grief, and major life changes. This conversation is a reminder that it’s never too late to rebuild your confidence, trust your intuition, set boundaries, and reconnect with the woman underneath the roles and responsibilities. From self-care and self-dating to travel, adventure, and learning to sit in the quiet, Amy opens up about what it truly takes to heal, grow, and create a life that feels authentic again. We also dive into the power of women sharing their stories through collaborative projects like She Said Yes To Herself  a movement empowering women to reclaim their voice, visibility, confidence, and purpose. If you’ve been feeling disconnected, lost, or stuck in survival mode… this episode will speak directly to your heart.  In this episode we explore: *  Rebuilding your identity after divorce and motherhood * Why women lose their voice and clarity *  The importance of boundaries and self-care *  How confidence is built through trying new things *  Trusting your intuition and reconnecting with yourself * The healing power of travel, adventure, and community *  How Body First Living supports women through transformation  * Why it’s never too late to choose yourself again  CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction: The Journey of Self-Discovery 01:53 Finding Identity After Major Life Changes 05:42 Navigating Grief and Emotions 07:02 Trusting Your Instincts and Trying New Things 11:00 The Importance of Self-Dating and Boundaries 16:12 Self-Care and Confidence Building 18:06 Creating a Collaborative Book Project 19:42 Closing Thoughts: Encouragement and Reflection  CONNECT WITH AMY DEANNE STARK-FOUST Website: https://www.amydeanne.com [https://www.amydeanne.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amydeanne/ [https://www.instagram.com/amydeanne/] Finding Your Truest You by Amy DeAnne Make It Well With My Soul Collaborative Book Project  CONNECT WITH KAT MAK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kattmak [https://www.instagram.com/kattmak] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kathmak [https://www.facebook.com/kathmak]  RESOURCES She Said Yes To Herself [https://www.amazon.com.au/She-Said-Yes-Herself-themselves-ebook/dp/B0FR9LKNBX/ref=sr_1_1?crid=DDKK4GJ4D5T3&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.A_L7kQ-7sYQuxdTbjYh_AA._VDSfdfOwdQv__Xl2HhNvvm6KnMRFIyqd4VkWTn-SuQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=she+said+yes+to+herself+kat+mak&qid=1780887101&sprefix=%2Caps%2C245&sr=8-1⁠]— Real Stories of Women Who Said YES to Themselves and Changed Everything podcast for women entrepreneurs, women empowerment podcast, women in business podcast, self-discovery podcast, confidence after divorce, rebuilding identity after motherhood, healing after divorce, self-worth for women, women over 40 podcast, personal growth for women, trusting your intuition, female entrepreneurs podcast, authenticity, self-care for women, women rebuilding confidence, She Said Yes To Herself, The Kat Mak Talk Show

From Setbacks to Success: Building Confidence, Purpose & Financial Freedom with Merylee Sevilla

What if your greatest challenges were preparing you for your greatest success? In this powerful episode of The Kat Mak Talk Show, Merylee Sevilla shares her journey of overcoming health challenges, personal setbacks, and self-doubt to build a life filled with confidence, purpose, and financial empowerment. From finding her authentic voice to challenging traditional mortgage advice, Mary reveals how resilience, self-belief, and asking better questions can transform your future. If you're a woman in business ready to stop playing small and start owning your story, this conversation is for you. Because your story doesn't hold you back it helps build your legacy. 00:00 Welcome to The Kat Mak Show: Meet Mary Lee Sevilla 01:38 From Health Challenges to Hope: Mary's Journey of Resilience and Reinvention 04:46 Finding Your Voice: The Power of Authenticity, Self-Acceptance and Personal Growth 09:33 Turning Pain Into Purpose: How Mortgage Matchmaker Was Born 15:28 Why Your Bank Said No: Challenging Traditional Financial Advice and Creating New Opportunities 20:15 Building Confidence Through Adversity and Life's Toughest Lessons 24:42 Your Story Is Your Legacy: Using Your Voice to Create Impact 28:30 Financial Empowerment for Women: Asking Better Questions and Taking Control 32:15 The Courage to Be Yourself: Living Authentically in Business and Life 35:40 Final Words of Wisdom: Building a Life of Purpose, Freedom and Possibility Connect with Merylee below https://www.merylee.ca [https://www.merylee.ca/] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/share/1CyC3tLTqr/?mibextid=wwXIfr] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/matchmortgages] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/meryleesevilla?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app] If we have not connected then lets ... ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/kathmak/] ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/kattmak/]⁠⁠⁠ [https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/www.katmak.com.au/trigger]⁠⁠ [https://stan.store/katmak/p/get-my-3-day-digital-launch-playbook-now] She Said Yes to Herself is a collection of powerful women’s stories — real adversity, real resilience, and the rise that follows. It’s out now if you feel called to read it ⁠here⁠⁠ [https://www.amazon.com.au/She-Said-Yes-Herself-themselves-ebook/dp/B0FR9LKNBX/ref=sr_1_1?crid=DDKK4GJ4D5T3&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.A_L7kQ-7sYQuxdTbjYh_AA.ByLGDOW7ASP4b4Aefs5LdDi-tck9bx7go5bEedAWJdE&dib_tag=se&keywords=she+said+yes+to+herself+kat+mak&qid=1762902652&sprefix=%2Caps%2C245&sr=8-1]⁠!

From Failure to Freedom: How Women Entrepreneurs Build Resilience, Confidence & Success with Sarah Jane Phelps

In this episode of The Kat Mak Talk Show, Sarah Jane Phelps shares her powerful journey of overcoming adversity, redefining failure, and creating success on her own terms. Founder of Practically Positive in Everyway. As a woman who has navigated personal challenges, mental health struggles, and life-changing setbacks, Sarah reveals how resilience, self-belief, and courage became the foundation of her transformation and continues to be Positive in Everway! This conversation is for women entrepreneurs, female founders, coaches, and business owners who have ever questioned themselves, feared failure, or felt held back by society's expectations. You'll discover how reframing failure can unlock growth, build confidence, strengthen leadership, and create greater success in both life and business. In this episode, we discuss: • How women entrepreneurs can overcome fear of failure • Building resilience through life's challenges • The power of mindset and personal growth • Mental health, confidence, and self-belief • Redefining success on your own terms • Creating a life aligned with your values If you're looking for a podcast for women entrepreneurs that combines powerful stories, authentic conversations, and practical insights, this episode is for you. Connect with Sarah Phelps here [ https://practicallypositiveineveryway.com/connect]. Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/SarahJanePracticallyPositive] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/practicallypositiveineveryway?fbclid=IwY2xjawSCNN1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETExUmVwb2tJbDRnNnNnb1pic3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHu5vLZt7m8DWJET0kf1ivH2QBAuSvyoG1Yjk-irvCA3mOyVISuAbs6zXh8sD_aem_U1Dyj0kZAmiyOnZkJK-Ydg] If we have not connected then lets ... ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/kathmak/] ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/kattmak/]⁠⁠⁠ [https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/www.katmak.com.au/trigger]⁠⁠ [https://stan.store/katmak/p/get-my-3-day-digital-launch-playbook-now] She Said Yes to Herself is a collection of powerful women’s stories — real adversity, real resilience, and the rise that follows. It’s out now if you feel called to read it ⁠here⁠⁠ [https://www.amazon.com.au/She-Said-Yes-Herself-themselves-ebook/dp/B0FR9LKNBX/ref=sr_1_1?crid=DDKK4GJ4D5T3&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.A_L7kQ-7sYQuxdTbjYh_AA.ByLGDOW7ASP4b4Aefs5LdDi-tck9bx7go5bEedAWJdE&dib_tag=se&keywords=she+said+yes+to+herself+kat+mak&qid=1762902652&sprefix=%2Caps%2C245&sr=8-1]⁠!  #WomenEntrepreneurs #FemaleEntrepreneurs #WomenInBusiness #FemaleFounders #BusinessPodcast #WomenEntrepreneurPodcast #Leadership #Visibility #Storytelling #PersonalGrowth

Your Voice Builds Empires and is your Currency!

In this episode of The Kat Mak Talk Show, Kat Mak dives into the power of authentic storytelling, visibility, and personal branding. She shares why your voice is your authority, how your story builds trust faster than strategy, and why hiding your story could be holding you back from the impact, influence, and income you’re meant for. This episode is a reminder that your uniqueness is your superpower in business and life. Chapters 00:00 The Power of Authentic Voice in Building Your Brand 00:28 Why Authenticity Matters More Than Perfection 01:22 Your Voice as Your Authority and Income Stream 02:17 Building Trust Through Sharing Your Story 02:59 Your Unique Story Sets You Apart 03:53 The Importance of Being Authentic and Vulnerable 04:48 Hiding Your Story Is a Disservice 05:33 Your Voice Is Your Superpower and Currency 06:28 Encouragement to Share and Be Visible If we have not connected then lets ... ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/kathmak/] ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/kattmak/]⁠⁠⁠ [https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/www.katmak.com.au/trigger]⁠⁠ [https://stan.store/katmak/p/get-my-3-day-digital-launch-playbook-now] She Said Yes to Herself is a collection of powerful women’s stories , real adversity, real resilience, and the rise that follows. It’s out now if you feel called to read it ⁠here⁠⁠ [https://www.amazon.com.au/She-Said-Yes-Herself-themselves-ebook/dp/B0FR9LKNBX/ref=sr_1_1?crid=DDKK4GJ4D5T3&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.A_L7kQ-7sYQuxdTbjYh_AA.ByLGDOW7ASP4b4Aefs5LdDi-tck9bx7go5bEedAWJdE&dib_tag=se&keywords=she+said+yes+to+herself+kat+mak&qid=1762902652&sprefix=%2Caps%2C245&sr=8-1]⁠!  If we haven’t connected yet, I’d love to change that.

Truth Over Trauma: The Conversation Women Avoid

What happens when the person who protects everyone else… breaks? In this episode of The Kat Mak Talk Show, I sit down with former Royal Canadian Mounted Police officer and international speaker Tammy Ward, who shares what 24 years on the front lines taught her about trauma, mental health, and the dangerous silence so many people live in. From general duty to major crime, domestic violence, and community relations, Tammy has seen first hand how often people hide behind the words “I’m fine” while silently struggling. Now, she’s on a mission to change that. Connect with Tammy Ward Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tammy.ward.1840/ Website: https://tammywardspeaks.com/ Connect with Kat Mak Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kathmak Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kattmak/