What happens when you stop fighting the parts of yourself you were taught to hide — and discover they may be your greatest allies?

Kristan Sargeant has lived a life of reinvention, curiosity, and deep inner work. From co-founding a company with her father that grew from a backyard startup into a half-billion-dollar business, to producing TEDxWomen conferences, to earning a master's degree in psychology, Kristan's path has been anything but straight — and that winding road holds the wisdom she now shares.

In this rich, honest conversation, Kristan opens up about why traditional success and discipline weren't enough, how she became disenchanted with past-focused therapy, and what changed when she discovered shadow work. We talk about the hidden parts of ourselves that quietly shape our choices, leak our confidence, and sometimes run the show — and how meeting those parts with compassion can restore clarity, courage, and momentum.

This episode is an invitation to soften the inner battle, reclaim wholeness, and rethink what it means to grow. If you've ever felt like something inside you is asking to be seen — or like your wish is waiting for you to say a fuller yes — this conversation will meet you right where you are.

Learn more about Kristan's work: https://kristansargeant.com
Instagram: @kristansargeant

What does it look like to reinvent yourself at nearly 80? Billie Fischer — artist, style maven, and living proof that it's never too late to follow a creative calling. When the world shut down, Billie opened a new chapter, logging into Zoom art classes and discovering a deep love of mixed media and collage.

Fast-forward to today, and she's stepping boldly into the spotlight: launching her own website, producing an art show with her fellow artists, and even dreaming of becoming a "grandfluencer," sharing her passion for fashion, art, and fearless creativity at any age.

In this inspiring conversation, we look back on Billie's first appearance on the Wishbeads podcast and trace the extraordinary arc of her journey since then — from hesitant beginner to unstoppable creator. Whether you're 18 or 80, Billie's story is a joyful reminder that your wishes don't come with an expiration date.

Join us in celebrating Billie's new work at her upcoming art show at Wish Club and follow her creative adventures on Instagram at @blingbybillie.

This episode is extra special because my guest is none other than my husband, Robert LaPorta. If you've ever wondered what it's like to wish alongside me in real time, this conversation is your chance to hear it unfold.

Robert has been my behind-the-scenes creative collaborator for years—editing podcasts, producing courses, and listening (endlessly!) to my ideas. But today, he's stepping into the spotlight to share his own wish story: how he went from dreaming about broadcasting to actually doing it, and how a single Wish Circle visualization led him on a completely unexpected path.

We talk about:

✨ The magic of saying yes to creativity—right where you are.

✨ How Robert's wish to broadcast turned into live-streaming baseball games (and building a whole community around it!)

✨ The intersection of art, confidence, and putting yourself out there—including his journey from private creativity to launching his first solo art show

✨ The real work of overcoming self-doubt (and how I totally called him out on it 😆)

✨ And… a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT about a retreat we're co-leading in Costa Rica!

This is a conversation about trusting your path, leaning into creative flow, and realizing that wishes unfold in ways you never expect. So if you've ever held back on putting your work into the world, or if you're looking for a little inspiration to finally take the next step, you're going to love this episode.

🎧 Listen now: https://wishbeads.libsyn.com/episode-95-robert-laporta-the-voice-of-an-artist
And if you want to stay connected to your own wishes, join me for my next Wishcircle—one hour of magic, visualization, and community. Sign up here: Sign up

Online: rlaporta.com
Follow Robert on IG: @littleman.daily and @theinnerfort
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