The Brooke Hemingway Show

This episode came straight from a moment I didn’t plan. It was something I shared at ALIGN during one of our VIP gatherings, and I remember feeling it drop into my heart so clearly. It wasn’t on my notes, it wasn’t something I had prepared, but I knew it needed to be said. Afterward, multiple women came up to me and said, “I needed that.” And I had a feeling… this is something more of us are walking through than we talk about. So today, I want to have a real conversation about something every leader, every entrepreneur, every woman building something meaningful will face at some point. How do you stay generous, open, and loving… even after you’ve been hurt? Because if you’re in this space long enough, you will be talked about. You will be misunderstood. You will be disappointed by people you poured into. You will give your time, your energy, your heart… and not always have that returned the way you hoped. And in today’s world, the easy response is to harden. To go to social media. To defend, to attack, to close off, or to shrink. But I want to offer you a different path. In this episode, I walk you through what it actually means to “give clean.” I talk about how so much of our pain doesn’t just come from what happened, but from the expectations and attachments we didn’t even realize we had. I share how learning to give without entitlement has completely changed the way I show up in my relationships and in my leadership. I also dive into one of the most freeing truths I’ve learned, which is that other people’s actions and reactions are not yours to carry. They are not yours to fix. And they are not a reflection of your worth. From there, I talk about the role of compassion and how choosing to see people through a lens of understanding instead of bitterness has been one of the most powerful shifts in my life. And then I take you deeper into what it actually looks like to remain open and generous in a world that can sometimes feel harsh or unfair. Because the truth is, when we close our hearts to protect ourselves, we also close ourselves off from the very blessings we’re praying for. I share a very personal story from ALIGN this year where I chose to give from a place of full surrender, without expectation, even when it cost me. And what happened on the other side of that giving was one of the most beautiful reminders that generosity, when it’s real and clean, opens doors that strategy never could. This episode is for the woman who has been hurt but refuses to become hard. The woman who wants to lead with love but is learning how to do it with wisdom. The woman who is ready to grow, not just in business, but in who she is becoming. If you’ve ever felt the tension between protecting your heart and keeping it open… this conversation is for you.

Entrepreneurship demands a lot. Big vision. Long hours. Emotional resilience. Creativity. Leadership. But none of that is sustainable if your health is falling apart behind the scenes. Over the years, I’ve realized something important: success isn’t just about strategy. It’s about energy. And energy is built through the daily habits that support your body, mind, and nervous system. In this episode, I’m sharing the simple health rules that have sustained me through seasons of building businesses, raising six kids, traveling, speaking, and leading communities. These aren’t extreme protocols. They’re practical standards that protect my energy and keep me strong for the long game. Because the goal isn’t just success—it’s longevity. In this episode, I talk about: • The daily movement rule that keeps my body energized • Why sleep before 10 PM is one of my non-negotiables • The hydration habit that most entrepreneurs overlook • My simple 80/20 approach to food and why perfection isn’t required • Why a protein-forward breakfast sets the tone for the entire day • My philosophy on strength training vs cardio (and why muscle matters) • Training for longevity: balance, mobility, bodyweight strength, and heavy lifting • The supplements I use daily to support gut health, hormones, inflammation, stress, and detox • Why I never travel without my health stack • One simple habit that boosts creativity, productivity, and mental clarity: walking while working The bigger philosophy Health isn’t built in a 30-day challenge. It’s built in the quiet standards you repeat for decades. As entrepreneurs, we often treat our bodies like machines — pushing harder, sleeping less, and hoping our energy keeps up. But the truth is: Your body is the engine behind everything you want to build. Protect it. Train it. Fuel it. And it will carry your vision further than you imagined. If this episode resonated with you: Share it with a friend or fellow entrepreneur who needs the reminder that health is the first wealth. And if you enjoyed this conversation, make sure to follow the show so you never miss future episodes on leadership, wellness, mindset, relationships, and living a revolutionary life.

What if your relationship wasn’t something you had to balance with your life… but the foundation that made your life stronger? In this episode, Thomas and I sat down with Rudi and Anniston Riekstins for a really honest conversation about what it actually takes to build a powerful, passionate, aligned relationship, especially when you’re building businesses, raising families, and pursuing impact. I believe love is a magnifier. It either magnifies your stress…or it magnifies your strength. And over the years, we’ve learned that extraordinary relationships don’t happen by accident. They’re not luck. They’re not personality compatibility. They’re not “you found the right one and everything just works.” They’re built. In this conversation, we talk about: - The difference between alignment and agreement - Why communication is usually the surface issue, not the root - How busy seasons quietly create drift if you’re not intentional - The shift from power struggles to power partnership - Why energy, health, and emotional maturity matter more than most couples realize - How to navigate growth without growing apart - The reframe that changed everything for us: every behavior is either a loving response or a cry for help We share personal stories of the hard seasons, the misalignment, the renegotiation of roles, the moments where we had to choose growth instead of ego. Because the truth is, we’ve both had to rewrite the rules. And today, our marriages are not distractions from our lives. They are the catalyst. They amplify everything else. If you’re a couple who wants momentum without tension, success without sacrificing intimacy, and growth without drifting apart, this episode is for you. And if you want to go deeper, we recently co-hosted a free 3-part series called The Relationship Upgrade, where we unpack the 5 keys to building extraordinary love, legacy, and impact. You can register to watch all three sessions for free here: 👉 https://www.upgradeyourrelationship.com/series And if you know you’re ready to intentionally build something even deeper, we are co-creating an immersive Couples Mastermind for power couples who want to create unbreakable bonds and an epic love story on purpose. You can learn more about that here: 👉 https://www.upgradeyourrelationship.com/ Your relationship is the most important partnership you will ever steward. When it’s aligned, loving, and supportive and anything becomes possible.

This is the final episode in this seasonal series, and I’m so honored to close it with Paige Killian. I met Paige at ALIGN in 2024 and instantly loved her energy, her joy, and her steady, hopeful way of leading. She’s the founder of Everything With Style, a professional organizing company, a mama, keynote speaker, podcaster, and bestselling author of I’ve Got You, Girlfriend. In this conversation, we talk about how Paige’s entrepreneurial spirit started early, how her years in the classroom shaped the way she teaches and coaches, and why organization is about so much more than tidy spaces. Paige shares her Three E’s philosophy to simplify anything in your home or business, and we talk about how clutter can steal clarity, peace, and momentum. Then we go deeper into the pivot that changed everything. After the Palisades fires devastated her community and damaged her home, Paige shares what it looked like to keep moving forward with faith, perspective, and grace. We talk about taking help, resisting bitterness, and holding on to the belief that hard seasons are not how your story ends. If you’re craving a reset, more clarity, and a simpler way to move toward your goals, this episode will meet you right where you are and remind you that small steps, anchored in faith and intention, can change everything. Connect with Paige on IG at @everythingwithstylemom or listen to her Podcast, Time to Pivot, here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-to-pivot/id1682540970 Join us at ALIGN this January 22-25 in San DIego. Visit aligneventslive.com for more info!

In this episode, I’m sitting down with the incredible Corree Roofener, a true woman of impact and a repeat guest I love deeply. Corree is an accounting firm owner, podcast host, mama of six, and a nana, but what makes her story unforgettable is how she and her husband Chad have spent over a decade fostering children and eventually co founding the nonprofit Fostering the Summit. Their mission is simple and holy: no teen should ever age out of foster care without family, belonging, or support. We go back to the beginning and talk about what led Corree into foster care in the first place, including the surprising and very human desire that started it all. As her story unfolds, you’ll hear how advocacy is often born in the quiet places, how courage grows when you finally decide to use your voice, and how compassion changes everything when you stop asking what’s wrong with people and start asking what happened to them. We also talk about purpose driven business, why chasing success alone often burns people out, and why service and mission are not just good for the world, they’re good for growth. Corree shares a perspective that hit me hard: if even a fraction of small business owners chose to get involved in foster care support, we could flip the outcomes for thousands of kids every year. This conversation is an invitation to open your eyes, get curious, and do it for one, because one life can create a ripple that changes everything. Corree also shares what it means to live a revolutionary life, and I loved her answer. Revolution doesn’t have to be loud. It can be bold. It can be a boundary. It can be one brave decision to stand for what’s right, even when it costs you something. To learn more or get involved, you can find Corree at fosteringthesummit.org and follow her on social at @correeroofener

In this episode, I sit down with Michelle Gifford, an Instagram strategist who’s helped build six, seven, and eight-figure brands through her agency, and is also a mom of five. This conversation is for any woman trying to grow a business in a full, real life and wondering if she’s doing it wrong. We talk about Michelle’s non-linear path from an Etsy shop to building a successful agency and why nothing you’ve lived is wasted. We dive into why so much mainstream business and marketing advice doesn’t work for moms, and why choosing mentors who actually understand your season of life matters more than flashy credentials. Michelle breaks down what sustainable Instagram growth really looks like, including the difference between attraction, nurture, and sell content, why virality isn’t the goal, and why building an email list and owned platforms is essential for long-term success. We also have an honest conversation about motherhood, guilt, and the fear that building a business will harm your kids. Michelle shares why your business isn’t ruining your children and how entrepreneurship can actually make you a more fulfilled, present mom. We close with a powerful reflection on radical ownership, choosing the life you actually want, and what it means to live a revolutionary life alongside motherhood. You can connect with Michelle on Instagram at @iammichellegifford and listen to her podcast, The Social Strategist Podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-goals-to-execution-how-high-performing-moms-actually/id1440084675?i=1000744285271 Join Michelle and 30+ other incredible speakers taking the stage at ALIGN, a powerful personal growth and business expansion conference, held in San Diego, January 22-25. Use code ALIGN20 to save 20% on tickets at aligneventslive.com

In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Sammy Taggett, also known as Shoebox Moses, and I already know this conversation is going to move you. I met Sammy in September in JJ Virgin’s room because I always believe in putting myself in the room. He was DJing, creating the energy, and I could feel his heart from across the space. I went up to encourage him, and it turned into one of those instant “we’ve known each other forever” connections. Sammy shares the raw, mind-blowing story of his beginnings: abandoned as a newborn baby in a shoebox in the Philippines, adopted, and later discovering the full truth right before traveling back to the orphanage for the first time. We talk about the guilt and shame that can come when you realize how blessed your life is compared to where you came from, and how gratitude, faith, and daily grounding practices become the anchor when success gets bigger and the shadows try to get louder. He also takes us into a pivotal chapter of his life that honestly feels like a movie. From rock bottom moments to becoming a global DJ, Sammy’s story is proof that you don’t have to stay stuck in the season you’re in. If you’re going through hell, don’t build a house there. Keep moving. Then we get into how he unexpectedly entered the podcasting world after giving JJ Virgin some radically honest feedback—and how that honesty opened the door to building Evolved Podcasting, helping hundreds of shows become real platforms, movements, and revenue-generating businesses. We also talk about business-building in this era of AI, why alignment matters more than ever when you can build faster than you’re ready for, and what it really means to live a revolutionary life. Sammy will also be with us at ALIGN, speaking and helping create the experience through music and presence, and I cannot wait for you to feel his energy in person. To connect with Sammy, visit EvolvePodcasting.com or shoeboxmosis.com. And if you want to be in the room with us at ALIGN, head to AlignEventsLive.com and grab your ticket. If this episode hit you, send it to a friend who needs hope, courage, and a reminder that your story is not over. You can learn more about Sammy and his work with Evolved Podcasting here: https://evolvedpodcasting.com/podcast-accelerator And follow along on IG at @shoeboxmoses And join in the music, magic, and transformation at ALIGN, of which Sammy will be a part of, this January at aligneventslive.com. January 23/34 in sunny San Diego. Use code ALIGN20 to save 20% as a podcast listener!

In today’s Seasonal Series episode, I’m sitting down with Kendra Cooke for a powerful conversation about productivity, boundaries, and building a life that actually feels good to live. Kendra brings over 30 years as a high-level real estate professional and 15+ years of coaching experience, and she shares the systems and mindset shifts that helped her scale without losing her peace. We talk about the three changes that transformed everything for her: living and dying by your calendar, outsourcing in practical everyday ways, and embracing “no” as a complete sentence. Kendra gets real about the hidden cost of people-pleasing and overworking, and she shares a pivotal story about how hustle and the need to prove herself pushed her to a breaking point—until she finally chose boundaries, health, and self-respect. You’ll also hear how her business improved when she set clear hours and standards, why the right clients will respect your boundaries, and what it looks like to “walk toward” the audience and opportunities you actually want. We close with the story behind her book and how journaling became a safe space for clarity and healing, plus her definition of living a revolutionary life: embracing change, growing with boundaries, evolving into your true self, and building a legacy that feels aligned inside and out. To connect with Kendra, find her online on all social platforms and at kendracooke.com She's a featured author at ALIGN with year, where you can also hear her speak and learn from her. Join us January 22-25 at aligneventslive.com

In today’s Seasonal Series episode, I’m sitting down with Stephanie Bowman and I’m still moved by her story. Stephanie is a philanthropist, certified life coach, author, and the founder of One Heart for Women and Children, which began from her car and living room and has grown into the largest food pantry in Central Florida, serving over 20,000 people every month. But her impact didn’t come from a perfect path. Stephanie shares how surviving trauma as a teenager led to years of addiction, shame, and searching for “more” to fill a hole she couldn’t name. Through sobriety, faith, recovery, and community, she rebuilt her life from the ground up and turned her pain into purpose. In this conversation, we talk about: gratitude, journaling, and reaching outfriendship is two-sidedput God back in the driver’s seatfreedom from guilt, shame, and the past This episode is for anyone who needs hope, a reset, and a reminder that your past does not get to be your identity. Connect with Stephanie + support One Heart: @OneHeartMattersHelp One HeartOne Heart for Women and Childrenhelponeheart@gmail.com And if you’re feeling the nudge to be in the room with us at ALIGN, this is your sign. Grab your ticket at aligneventslive.com

In this solo episode, I’m sharing what I believe truly creates a breakthrough year, not hype, not motivation, and not another list of goals you abandon by February. I recorded this message as we crossed into a new year, but it’s one you’ll receive exactly when you’re meant to. I walk you through the ten internal and practical shifts that must happen if 2026 is going to be different. We talk about alignment and why misalignment becomes more painful the longer you tolerate it. We talk about your body as the foundation for everything you want to build and why you cannot out strategize exhaustion, inflammation, or a dysregulated nervous system. I challenge you to look honestly at your calendar and your spending and ask if they reflect the woman you say you want to become. We talk about releasing the identity built on proving, breaking up with chaos and survival mode, and why structure is not restriction but safety. I also speak candidly about poverty mindset, free consumption, and why investing in yourself is not indulgent but intelligent. We talk about creating from purpose instead of desperation, cleaning up your inputs, and why support is not weakness but self leadership. Finally, I invite you into the most important shift of all, identity. Who you are becoming. Who you are called to serve now. And why breakthrough always follows identity, not effort. This episode is an invitation to stop living on autopilot and to choose alignment, clarity, and expansion on purpose. If you’ve quietly given up or felt stuck in old patterns, this is your reminder that it is time to awaken, activate, and move forward differently. Being in the right rooms and surrounded by the right people becomes a slingshot into alignment. Be at ALIGN AWAKEN 2026 this January 22-25 in San Diego. As a listener you can use code ALIGN20 to save 20% on any ticket type. Head to aligneventslive.com to save your seat.

In this episode, I sit down with Terrin Ammar, founder of The Queen Kollective and a woman whose presence you can feel the moment she speaks. Terrin’s work lives at the intersection of nervous system healing, feminine embodiment, and deeply connected relationships. And her story is powerful. Terrin shares how surviving an abusive relationship became the catalyst for her life’s work. We talk about how trauma lives in the body, why mindset alone is not enough, and how true healing begins when women feel safe enough to soften. This conversation explores the integration of masculine drive and feminine embodiment, especially for high achieving women who are tired of burnout but afraid to slow down. We dive into relationships, polarity, embodiment, and why so many women feel disconnected from their bodies, their joy, and their marriages. Terrin offers practical ways to shift from survival mode into love based leadership, both in business and at home. We also talk openly about faith, embodiment, and reclaiming the body as something sacred rather than something to fear or suppress. This episode is an invitation to come home to yourself. To lead from love instead of fear. To stop waiting for someone else to change and take radical ownership of your own safety, softness, and power. Terrin also shares what she and Henry will be bringing to ALIGN, including a feminine embodiment experience designed to help women feel what alignment actually feels like in their bodies. If you are craving deeper connection, a more alive relationship, or a new way of leading that does not require abandoning yourself, this conversation will speak straight to your heart. To follow along with Terrin head to IG and follow @thequeenkollective and listen to her podcast, with her husband Henry Ammar, Love, Uncensored here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/love-uncensored-with-henry-terrin-ammar/id1833509004 Terrin will be leading 2 powerful feminine embodiment practices at ALIGN Awaken this January 22-25 in San Diego. To join us, head to aligneventslive.com and use code ALIGN20 to save 20% on any ticket type.

In this Seasonal Episode, I sit down with Henry Ammar, someone I first met backstage at our friend Amberly Lago’s event. The moment I met him in person, I knew he was the real deal. The same on and off camera, grounded, present, and full of heart. We go deep into what shapes a person from the inside out. Henry shares how facing life and loss changed him, and how those moments woke him up to the sacredness of time and the power of choice. He talks about the difference between knowing you want change and actually becoming the person who decides. We unpack why so many of us feel stuck, how our nervous system and past experiences create adaptive patterns, and why shame keeps people trapped in old stories. This conversation is a loving wake up call. Your emotions are valid, but they are messengers, not dictators. Henry and I talk about learning to create safety inside yourself, building trust with yourself, and shifting with compassionate curiosity instead of self attack. We also talk about why healing does not have to be heavy all the time, and how support and community can help you co regulate and move forward one simple step at a time. If you have been feeling blocked in life, business, or relationships, this episode will help you see your patterns differently and remind you that real transformation is possible. Not by forcing yourself to change, but by loving yourself enough to lead yourself into the next chapter. Connect with Henry on his podcast, Making It Happen with Henry Ammar, and his podcast Love, Uncensored with Henry and Terrin Ammar. You can also follow along in IG at @henryammar. Getting in the room at ALIGN can be the catalyst that helps you feel safe, seen, and activated again. It's time to awaken and be in a space full of experts who show you how, in alignment. Join us January 22-25 in sunny San Diego, CA. Head to aligneventslive.com and use code ALIGN20 to save 20% on any ticket type.

In this episode, I’m joined by Jill Donovan, founder of Rustic Cuff and author of "The Kindness Effect", and soon to be released book "Live Like Everybody Loves You." This conversation felt especially meaningful because I’ve been a genuine fan of her brand for over a decade. After years of wearing Rustic Cuff and bringing it into the ALIGN space, finally sitting down with Jill felt like a full circle moment. Jill shares how she went from being an attorney and law professor to building a heart led, highly impactful brand that began with a simple creative yes. We talk about what it looks like to follow what feels life giving, to stay curious, and to allow passion and faith to guide the journey even when the path makes no logical sense. We also dive into motherhood and entrepreneurship and why Jill chose to integrate her family into the experience instead of separating work and life into competing roles. She shares powerful insight on leadership and team culture, how she built an environment people truly want to be part of, and the emotional weight leaders carry when making hard but necessary decisions. Jill gives a beautiful preview of her upcoming book, Live Like Everyone Loves You, and what it really means to walk into rooms already settled, no longer performing for approval or bracing for rejection, but free to actually see and love others. She closes by sharing her definition of a revolutionary life, one that is unencumbered by fear, no longer trapped in the past or anxious about the future, and marked by forgiving yourself quickly and fully. You can connect with Jill at jilldonovan.com, follow her on Instagram at @jillfdonovan, and explore Rustic Cuff at rusticcuff.com Join us at ALIGN where you can hear from Jill on both the Founders Panel and as a keynote speaker. She's energetic, funny, and inspiring! Align happens this January 22-25 in San Diego and you can grab your seat at aligneventslive.com. As a listener, you can use code ALIGN20 to save 20%

In this seasonal episode, I sit down with my dear friend Cynthia Sumner, a doctor of natural medicine and holistic wellness practitioner who has been part of my ALIGN world since the very beginning. Cynthia was in the room at my first-ever Align retreat, and this conversation feels like a full-circle moment rooted in trust, shared values, and a deep belief in whole-body healing. Cynthia shares her personal journey through a terrifying season of unexplained illness in her early twenties, when her health declined rapidly and no one could give her answers. What followed was a spiritual awakening and a commitment to healing at the root, not just physically, but emotionally and energetically. Her story is a powerful reminder that our bodies are designed to heal and that knowledge, intuition, and self-trust matter. We talk about the mind-body connection, how chronic stress and unprocessed emotions impact hormones and energy, and why so many women especially high-achieving women ignore the warning signs until burnout forces a stop. Cynthia offers simple, accessible practices like stillness, breath, and nervous system regulation as starting points for real healing, not as another thing to master, but as a way to come home to yourself. This conversation is especially for the woman building a big life who knows there is more available to her health, her energy, and her sense of peace. As Cynthia shares what living a revolutionary life means to her, it becomes clear that the greatest revolution doesn’t start in the world. It starts within. You can connect with Cynthia on Instagram at @thehealingfood or visit cynthiasumner.net to learn more about her work. When you come to ALIGN this January you'll be treated to yoga, meditation, and sound bowls by Cynthia daily. Supporting your health + wholeness is a goal of ALIGN! We'll see you in San Diego January 22-25. Visit aligneventslive.com for all the details and use code ALIGN20 to save 20% on your seat!

In this seasonal episode, I sit down with my friend Brodie Pierson and this conversation is a wake up call in the best way. Brodie grew up on a ranch in Canada, launched his brand agency at nineteen, and has since helped tens of thousands of entrepreneurs in more than seventy countries build and scale their brands. We talk about what it really takes to grow online in 2026. Reps. Consistency. Having an opinion. And building real community. Brodie breaks down the shift to the interest based algorithm and why it has never been a better time to reach new people, even if your following is small. We also go into the future. AI, wealth building, and why the real advantage is pairing technology with human connection. Brodie shares his recovery routine for handling rejection and setbacks, plus a simple challenge that will change your confidence fast. Show up for ninety days, do the reps, and watch who you become. If you have been holding back because you think your life is not interesting or you are worried what people will think, this episode will help you get free and get moving. Connect with Brodie on Instagram at @brodiepierson and if you want to be in the room with us at ALIGN Awaken, join us January 22 to 25 in San Diego. Visit aligneventslive.com and use code ALIGN20 to save 20% on any and all tickets.

Merry Christmas, my friend. In this solocast, I wanted to give you something you can actually carry with you through the rest of the year and into 2026. Not another cute gratitude quote. Not another list that lives in your journal but never makes it into your nervous system. This episode is about the manifestation of gratitude. The kind that becomes a way of being. Because I truly believe gratitude is not just something we do. Gratitude is who we are becoming. Yes, we can start with the practice. Three things. Five things. Ten things. Repetition builds the muscle. But the goal is that gratitude becomes embodied. It becomes the energy you live from. It becomes the lens you see through. It becomes the presence you bring into every room, every conversation, every season. And when you live from that place, it changes what you attract. It changes what you create. It changes how you lead. In this episode, I talk about what happens when we slip into not enoughness. When it feels like your business is not big enough, your marriage is not good enough, your holiday is not magical enough, your following is not growing fast enough. Not enoughness is the opposite of gratitude. It pulls you into scarcity and it makes you forget what the real gifts are. So instead of focusing on the stuff, I invite you into a deeper kind of gratitude. Gratitude for love. Gratitude for being needed. Gratitude for what you can do and what you have done. Gratitude that is built through stillness and presence. Gratitude that produces generosity. Gratitude that extends grace. I also give you six simple gratitude anchors you can use today and anytime you feel yourself spiraling into lack. First, are you loved. Do you have even one person who genuinely cares about you. And do you have people you love and get to pour love into. Because if you strip everything else away, love is the real wealth. Second, where are you needed. Not in a heavy way. In a holy way. What a gift it is to be useful. To have skills, gifts, talents, and a place where you matter. Third, what can you do and what have you done. Not what you have not done. Not what you cannot do yet. Gratitude grows when you honor your progress and stop disqualifying yourself. Fourth, the practice of silence. I share how sitting in stillness and actually taking in your life can shift your gratitude from a checklist into a feeling. Into something that lives in your bones. Fifth, gratitude always creates generosity. A grateful soul lives in overflow. A grateful soul is not terrified there will not be enough. A grateful soul gives, invests, compliments, serves, and loves without gripping everything in fear. Sixth, a grateful person is someone who gives grace. Because when you know how much mercy you have been given, you stop rushing to judgment. You extend compassion. You forgive faster. You love deeper. This is an episode to listen to on a walk, in the car, while you’re cleaning your house, or while you’re dreaming about 2026. It is a recalibration. A return to what matters. A reminder that gratitude is not a mood. It is a frequency. And when you live there, you manifest more of what is meant for you. Join us this January at ALIGN, an elevated experience that helps you transcend your limitations and step into your true potential and power. Visit aligneventslive.com and use code ALIGN20 to save 20% on any ticket type.

In today’s solo cast, I’m pressing pause on the interviews and sharing something that has been deeply shaping me over the last year. This episode is about radical honesty, radical ownership, and the truth that will change your relationships, your leadership, and your results in 2026. After an intense year of immersive work through Tony Robbins Platinum Partnership, one phrase kept coming back to me again and again. There are no victims. There are no villains. There are only volunteers. And if you can actually let that land, it will break you free from the blame cycle that keeps so many people stuck. I talk about how easy it has become in today’s culture to label people. To call everyone toxic. To call everyone a narcissist. To cut people off. To passive aggressively bleed our pain onto social media instead of having adult conversations and taking a courageous look in the mirror. I share why I think we often have wildly high expectations of others, paired with a lack of ownership for the part we play, and how that creates tension, disappointment, and broken trust. We also talk about what authenticity really is. Authenticity does not mean you owe the internet every detail of your private life. Some things are sacred. Some things are not yours to share. A woman can be deeply real and still have strong boundaries. I share my perspective on what I call fake authenticity, when oversharing becomes a performance for attention, sympathy, or validation. From there, I walk you through four categories that I believe define how we show up in relationships and leadership. Victim, villain, volunteer, victor. I break down the characteristics of victim energy, including blame, gossip, the need to be right about being wronged, and a lack of ownership. Then I explain what happens when we villainize people by demonizing them, distorting the truth, deleting the good, and using language like always and never. I share a personal story about my dad, and how choosing compassion changed me. How easy it would have been to make him a villain, and why I refused. That story is one of the biggest reasons I’m so committed to never tearing people down, never throwing mentors under the bus, never rewriting history just to justify my hurt. Then we move into the shift. The volunteer mindset. The moment you stop asking who did this to me and start asking what role did I play, what needs was I getting met, what did I permit, and what can I learn here. Not from shame. From truth. From power. From maturity. And finally, we talk about the victor. The woman who uses every experience for good. The woman who finds a way. The woman who is solution oriented, grounded, emotionally regulated, and unwilling to swim in victim soup. She is classy. She is honest. She is resilient. She does not need to gossip or perform or tear anyone down to prove who she is. This episode is a call to grow up spiritually, emotionally, and relationally. It is a call to leadership. It is a call to raise your standards for how you speak, how you process pain, how you interpret people, and how you build your life. At the end, I invite you into ALIGN Awaken 2026 in San Diego, January 22nd through the 25th, because this is the kind of room where victors rise. Where people stop making excuses and start becoming the person who can carry the dream. Visit aligneventslive.com to snag your ticket for ALIGN AWAKEN January 22-25 in San Diego. Use code ALIGN20 to save 20% on any ticket!

In this episode, I sit down with my friend Sarah Robbins, one of the most respected leaders in the network marketing space and the author of The Multiply Method. This conversation is honest, faith filled, and deeply practical. We talk about leadership not as a title, but as a daily choice. We explore how words shape belief, how momentum is created one person at a time, and how surrender, forgiveness, and service are not weaknesses but the very foundations of lasting success. Sarah shares openly about her journey in business and leadership, including the moments she had to confront fear of rejection, redefine what success really means, and choose obedience and joy even when it felt uncomfortable. This episode is for the woman who knows she is called to more impact, more influence, and more depth, but wants to build it in a way that honors people, relationships, and her faith. If you’ve ever struggled with rejection, felt stuck trying to build momentum, or wondered if network marketing can truly be a smart, sustainable business model, this conversation will meet you right where you are and challenge you to rise higher. Sarah is a special guest at this year's Align Mastermind Day, where she'll be teaching an in depth workshop. Join us by saving your seat at https://www.brookehemingway.com/align Follow along with Sarah at @sarahrobbins1 on IG. Grab her USA Today best selling book here: https://a.co/d/cSUrQo9

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mariza Snyder for a conversation that so many women need to hear, especially those navigating midlife, perimenopause, and the quiet internal changes that can feel confusing or overwhelming. Dr. Mariza brings such wisdom, clarity, and compassion to this conversation. We talk about what is really happening in a woman’s body during perimenopause, why so many women feel like something is wrong with them, and the truth that changes everything. You are not broken. You are in a transition. We explore how perimenopause can begin earlier than most women expect and how symptoms like mood shifts, low stress tolerance, disrupted sleep, and cycle changes are signals asking us to listen, not push harder. Dr. Mariza shares why this season invites a powerful mindset shift from doing more to caring deeper. This conversation is about learning to work with your body instead of fighting it. It is about honoring your energy, prioritizing sleep and nourishment, redefining movement, and surrounding yourself with supportive relationships and community. It is also about meeting yourself more fully and stepping into this next chapter with confidence, grace, and the right tools. If you are a woman who has felt off, tired, disconnected, or unsure why what used to work no longer does, this episode will meet you right where you are. And if you love a woman in this season, this conversation will help you understand her more deeply. This is an invitation to stop questioning yourself and start equipping yourself. To release shame and embrace wisdom. And to remember that this season is not an ending. It is a powerful beginning. Join Dr Mariza and the rest of the world class Wellness Panel to upgrade your health in 2026. Align Awaken goes down in San Diego this January 22-25. Grab your seat here: https://www.brookehemingway.com/align Follow along with Dr Mariza on IG at @drmariza and grab her best selling book here: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-perimenopause-revolution-mariza-snyder/1147059221

In this episode, I sit down with the powerful and deeply grounded Dr. Cheryl Wood, and I knew within minutes that this conversation was going to land in the hearts of so many of you. Cheryl’s story is one of true transformation. She grew up in poverty, faced loss and uncertainty early in life, and still chose to believe there was more available to her. What I love most about Cheryl is that she does not sugarcoat the journey. She speaks honestly about the work it takes to rise, the courage required to trust your calling, and the responsibility that comes with using your voice. We talk about how storytelling becomes a turning point for personal growth, not just as a speaker, but as a human being. Cheryl shares how motherhood shifted her definition of success away from money alone and toward freedom, impact, and alignment. That moment really stayed with me because so many women reach success only to realize they want a life that feels meaningful and spacious, not just impressive on paper. This conversation is also about positioning. Cheryl explains how she learned to step outside her comfort zone, say yes before she felt ready, and allow herself to be seen in rooms she once felt unqualified to enter. She reminds us that fear and doubt are part of the process, but they do not get to be the decision makers. We also talk about diversity, community, and what it means to serve people well. Cheryl believes that being entrusted with other people’s hopes and dreams is a sacred responsibility, and that belief shows up in everything she does. She lives what she teaches, and her life is proof that where you start does not determine where you are capable of going. If you have ever felt a pull toward something bigger, felt called to use your voice more boldly, or wondered whether your story actually matters, this episode is for you. This is a conversation about purpose, courage, and choosing to live a revolutionary life even when it would be easier to play small. Join us live at ALIGN where you can meet Cheryl, grab a signed copy of her bestselling book, and be in the room with revolutionary trailblazers. head to aligneventslive.com to join us this January.