How To Be A Woman

Finding Joy In Imperfection

From pageant stages and Beverly Hills boutiques to the beautifully imperfect world of motherhood, Anna takes us on a candid journey through perfectionism, people pleasing, and the liberating power of letting it all go. In this episode, she opens up about navigating mean girls at every age, finding sobriety, battling chronic illness, and the terrifying moment a sick newborn in a COVID ward cracked her world wide open and set her free. A former Miss USA International who never felt good enough, Anna has traded burnout for grace, gratitude, and a front-row seat at her own life. Her story is a reminder that you don't have to have it all, just the right things at the right time. This is not just about choosing imperfection. It's about one woman learning that joy isn't something that happens to you. It's something you hunt for, find, and throw like confetti.

How She Traded Heels for Horseshoes

From the bright lights of the media world to the quiet strength of the stables, Narissa Jenkins shares how she transformed her life by following a lifelong love of horses. In this inspiring episode, she reveals the courage it took to leave behind a successful career, challenge cultural expectations, and build Healing Hoof Steps—a sanctuary where veterans, children, and families discover resilience through equine therapy. Her story is a testament to integrity, self-discovery, and the power of choosing yourself. This is not just about horses—it’s about how one woman rose to create healing, hope, and a legacy of compassion.

How She Rose From Heart Break and Heart Failure

In this powerful conversation, Dani Aylsworth shares the extraordinary journey of surviving heart failure, confronting addiction, and finding the strength to rise again. From being denied a life-saving transplant to facing the darkest moments of her life, Dani reveals how resilience, sobriety, and unwavering love for her daughter transformed her path. Today, she stands as a veteran, social worker, author, and advocate—proof that even in the face of heartbreak and near-death, it is possible to rise stronger, braver, and more determined than ever.

How She Painted Her Way To Freedom

In this episode of the How to Be a Woman podcast, Lynne McDonald shares her inspiring journey from a career in technology to becoming a successful abstract artist. She discusses the transformative power of art, the importance of embracing fear as a catalyst for bravery, and the societal pressures women face. Lynne emphasizes the need for women to support each other and to pursue their passions without fear of judgment. Through her personal experiences, she highlights the significance of self-discovery and the strength found in vulnerability and creativity.

How She Saw Glimmers Through the Gloom

After years of abuse and control in her marriage, Jennifer Hodge realized she had to get out. She has walked the path of a survivor to create a new life for herself and her children, but not without the help of many "glimmers." In this new season she created a successful coaching business, "The Glimmer Coach [https://www.instagram.com/the_glimmer_coach?igsh=MWk0NzBybW5wNXF2dA==]" to help people find glimmers in life and navigate their way out of narcissistic, abusive relationships. From divorce to dating in this new world, Jennifer is open with us about both the magical moments and the red flags that can helps us all avert disaster.