In this episode of Transform & Thrive, Jessalin Lam sits down with Lois Castillo, author of Unbreakable: A Changemaker’s Guide, to talk about what it really takes to keep doing inclusion work when a hard moment hits personally.

Lois shares a pivotal career season where her words were misused, leaving her in a dark, isolating place right before the ADCOLOR Leaders program. From faith and therapy to community support and deep self-awareness, she opens up about how she rebuilt her footing and recommitted to impact without picking up someone else’s narrative.

You’ll also hear Lois’s definition of thriving, her practical rituals for staying grounded, and why her mantra is simple and powerful: you are enough, and you deserve rest.

Key Takeaways

• Intentionality matters: Success on paper can still feel empty if it’s not aligned with purpose.
• Do not carry someone else’s story: You can own your integrity without absorbing another person’s reaction.
• Vulnerability is strength: Asking for support can be the turning point, not the failure.
• Thriving is peace and joy: Not constant happiness, but calm, clarity, and supportive relationships.
• Community is layered: Family, faith, work, friends, and your inner relationship with yourself all count.
• Celebrate yourself in small ways: Say “I’m proud of you,” write yourself letters, let it land.
• Rest is leadership: You deserve it, and it protects what you are building.

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In this episode of Transform & Thrive, host Jessalin Lam sits down with Roo Yeshpaul Johnson, a bold marketing leader, founder of Be: Renowned, and 2023 ADCOLOR honoree, to talk about reclaiming your voice, your agency, and your power.Roo shares her inspiring journey of relocating from the UK to the US, rebuilding her career from the ground up as a military spouse and mother of three, and redefining success in a way that feels true to her values. This conversation is a powerful reminder that visibility is not just about being seen, it’s about showing up fully for yourself.We explore:✨ Creating career currency through every life experience✨ Building community with intention and generosity✨ Why personal growth is the best ROI✨ The power of self-trust and consistent visibility✨ How to define your own metrics for successIf you're navigating transition, healing from burnout, or stepping into a new season, this episode will remind you that reclaiming your power starts within.🎧 Listen now and share with someone who needs this reminder:You have a choice. You don’t have to wait for permission to shine.#TransformAndThrive #Podcast #ReclaimYourPower #VisibilityMatters #CareerGrowth #Leadership #SelfWorth #WomenInMarketing #CreativeLeadership #GrowthMindset #AgencyAndVisibility

In this inspiring episode of Transform and Thrive, host Jessalin Lam sits down with Kat Richards, Associate Director of Experience Strategy at Digitas, systems thinker, and passionate advocate for health equity and financial literacy. Kat shares her journey of pivoting from advertising into healthcare and finance during the pandemic, redefining what success looks like, and unlearning cultural and systemic beliefs that once held her back.

Through candid reflections, Kat opens up about overcoming imposter syndrome, learning to ask for help, and honoring rest as part of growth. She also shares practical tools like journaling, intentional planning, and setting healthy boundaries that help her thrive as both a leader and mother.

Whether you’re navigating a career pivot, struggling with self-doubt, or simply needing a reminder to slow down and listen to yourself, Kat’s story offers both wisdom and actionable takeaways.

Key Takeaways

💡 Transformation often begins by asking: How can I use my skills for good?

💡 Success isn’t starting over, it’s reframing your story and seeing your skills as transferable.

💡 Overcoming “imposter syndrome” isn’t just personal—it’s about questioning the systems not built for us to thrive.

💡 Mindset shifts matter: asking for help, embracing rest, and unlearning beliefs that no longer serve you.

💡 Journaling, intentional goal setting, and saying yes only to what aligns with your values are powerful habits to sustain momentum.

💡 Thriving means flexibility, freedom of choice, and defining success on your own terms.