Welcome to Inspired by Design with Katie Ruppert—a podcast for women ready to stop overthinking, trust themselves more, and take action on the life they actually want (without blowing it all up to get there). If you’ve ever felt like you should be further along, like you’re juggling all the things but still unsure what’s next—or how to actually do it—you’re in the right place. Each episode is here to inspire and empower you to take the action you've been holding back on, using practical tool ...
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#48: Before the Next Chapter: Making Peace with the Messy Middle & Trusting Your Becoming (with Adrienne Swanson)
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44:40As 2025 comes to a close and the next chapter begins, this episode is an invitation to pause—right in the middle of the becoming. In this honest, grounded conversation, Katie sits down with fellow coach Adrienne Swanson to explore what it really looks like to navigate seasons of change that don’t feel clear, clean, or comfortable. From business evo…
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#47: I Won’t Be Rushed - Reflections on Time, Trust & the Courage to Slow Down
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25:57*Don't forget Katie's Sale through end of year - get or gift your Human Design Reading!* What if the thing you’re rushing toward doesn’t need you to hurry at all? In this deeply personal year-end episode of Inspired by Design, Katie reflects on the lessons of 2025 through the lens of the New Moon in Sagittarius, Human Design, and a single phrase th…
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#46: The Season of Rest: What Your Energy Needs Before 2026
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18:18In this transition episode, we’re taking a breath between seasons. I’m sharing reflections from 2025, a preview of what’s coming in 2026, and a Q&A segment focused on where to start with your Human Design in the new year — especially if you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or craving direction with less force. If you’ve been listening and feelin…
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#45: When Spirit Speaks: How Grief, Guidance & Reiki Opened a New Path with Stacie Smith
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53:48Guest: Stacie Smith — Reiki Master Teacher, Co-owner of The Chakra Healing Room In today’s episode, Stacie opens up about the synchronicities that pulled her onto a spiritual path, the Hawaiian practice that changed her life, and how learning to trust her sacral response reshaped everything from healing her grief to building a soul-led business. We…
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#44: The Body Remembers: Healing, Detox & Divine Resilience with Courtney Garrett
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35:37This week, Katie sits down with holistic healer and Manifesting Generator Courtney Garrett, founder of Healing Begins Within Sanctuary. Her story is raw and real—a journey from chronic illness, seizures, hypothyroidism, precancerous cells, depression, and total physical collapse… to a thriving, vibrant body she rebuilt through natural healing. Toge…
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#43: Trusting your Inner Wisdom when Logic Says "No" with Carol Baker
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52:46In this interview, Katie sits down with Carol Baker for a vulnerable and energizing conversation about leaving the corporate world, navigating spiritual nudges, and learning to trust the body’s wisdom even when the mind resists. Carol shares how she went from a high-powered tech job to following a path marked by dreams, synchronicities, tarot cards…
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#42: When Everything Feels Off: Nothing Has Gone Wrong...Keep Choosing YOU in the Messy Middle
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28:08This week on Inspired by Design, I’m pulling back the curtain on a deeply emotional season — one filled with reflection, unexpected waves, and the kind of inner questioning that can make you wonder if something’s “wrong.” Spoiler: nothing’s wrong. You’re simply human. And you’re not alone. Inside this episode, you’ll hear: Why so many people feel “…
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#41: From Corporate Life to Intuitive Healer: Leslie Morgan on Following the Pull of Your Purpose
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46:29This week on Inspired by Design, we continue our series on supportive tools for your inner growth, spiritual awakening, and real-life “next right steps.” Katie sits down with intuitive healer, artist, and Reiki Master Teacher Leslie Morgan, co-owner of The Chakra Healing Room in Wentzville, Missouri. Leslie blends intuition, Reiki, oracle cards, cr…
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#40: Curiosity Over Fear: A Halloween Q&A Episode with Katie Ruppert
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10:41This week’s short and soulful Halloween episode is all about curiosity, intuition, and staying open while exploring your spiritual journey. Katie answers listener questions inspired by recent guest interviews — from feng shui and energy work to reconnecting with your intuition and faith. You’ll hear about simple ways to shift your space and your en…
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#39: The Design Behind Inspired by Design: A Conversation with Katie
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51:06This week, the tables turn — Its me [Katie] in the guest seat! Originally recorded for the Mystically Morphed podcast, this conversation dives deep into the world of Human Design — what it is, why it matters, and how understanding your unique energetic blueprint can help you live, work, and create with more flow and less force. It's a fresh look on…
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#38 Your Nose Knows: Healing Through Scent, Story, and Curiosity with Shevah Pinkus
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51:45What if your nose could tell your story? This week, I’m joined by artist, healer, and aroma intuitive Shevah, whose journey from chronic illness to scent alchemy will completely shift how you think about healing, mindfulness, and curiosity. Submit a Question for Katie to answer on a future episode: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyLBzk_h…
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#37: Could moving your bed change your life? Shannon Hagerty on Feng Shui, Angel Cards & Spiritual Awakening
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44:59Guest: Shannon Hagerty – Intuitive Life Coach, Makeup Artist, and Feng Shui Consultant Episode Summary: What if your next breakthrough wasn’t about doing more—but about rearranging your energy? In this soulful and practical conversation, Katie sits down with intuitive coach and beauty expert Shannon Hagerty, who has spent over 20 years helping wome…
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#36: Finding Peace in Grief: A Conversation with Death Doula Tess Clarkson
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48:18In this moving and deeply human conversation, Katie sits down with writer, astrologer, and death doula Tess Clarkson to explore life’s biggest transitions — grief, loss, and what it means to truly live. Tess shares her personal journey through devastating loss, the lessons she’s learned from walking alongside those at the end of life, and how writi…
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#35: From the Ashes of Doubt, Faith & Phoenix Energy: Healing with Lindsey Lyons
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44:11Connect with Katie, submit a question & sign up for the connection chart flash sale: https://linktr.ee/KatieRuppert In this week’s episode of Inspired by Design, I sit down with Lindsey Lyons, the heart and soul behind Mystically Morphed. Lindsey shares her journey of transformation, her gifts as a psychic medium and Reiki master, and why shadow wo…
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#34: From Church Pew to Reiki Circle — Why I Stopped Choosing Between Faith and the ‘Woo’
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41:32Katie opens up about leaving the church building without leaving God, how curiosity led her into astrology, human design and energy work, and why exploring the “woo” helped her feel seen, loved, and more alive. What you’ll hear in this episode Why it’s okay to question, doubt, and still keep faith. Katie’s first astrology reading (how she finally l…
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#33: The 3-Part Framework That Helped Me Break Free from Burnout
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31:14Feeling buried under your to-do list? Wondering if stress is just “part of the deal”? In this episode of Inspired by Design, I'm challenging the idea that overwhelm is a badge of honor. I'll share my personal journey from hustle and burnout to peace and purpose — and introduce a three-part framework to help you lighten your load without blowing up …
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#32: Your Biofield, Your Design & the Power of Frequency with Wendy
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57:25Telegram Group (join free) : https://t.me/AOScanTestimonies Sign up for your free Inner-Voice Here Sign up for the Free Masterclass 9/7 at 3PM & Learn Katie's signature framework for lightening your overwhelm load - without blowing up your life. In this episode of Inspired by Design, Katie sits down with her “sound gal,” Wendy, to dive deep into th…
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#31: The Gift of the Projector: Guiding Without Burning Out
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44:53Register for my FREE Masterclass happening on 9/7 and learn how to move from overwhelm to ease in 3 simple steps. Congrats to Megan Vale - winner of our free Mini Human Design Reading! What does it really mean to be a Projector in a world full of Generators? In this conversation, we explore how Projectors are wired to guide, improve, and refine — n…
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#30: From Overwhelm to Ease: Doshas, Design, and Daily Balance
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32:17This week on Inspired by Design, Katie dives into the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and how it works hand-in-hand with Human Design to bring more balance, clarity, and ease into your everyday life. Inside this episode, you’ll discover: ✨ The 3 Ayurvedic dosha “types” — Vata, Pitta, and Kapha — and how they show up in your body, energy, and rhythms of …
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#29: Is It ADHD or Your Human Design at Work? Or is it Both?
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52:56Free Masterclass - Register Here Are your ADHD symptoms deeper than just diagnosis? In this episode, Katie dives into how her Human Design chart reflects three major ADHD traits — unpacking the real reason she felt “off” and how mapping your energy can reframe overwhelm into insight. You’ll learn how ADHD symptoms also show up in her unique chart l…
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#28: Self-Care, Sound Healing & Slowing Down: A Real-Life Catch-Up
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16:48Reminder: life doesn’t have to be all or nothing. From summer colds and back-to-school chaos to unexpected moments of joy, this short episode is an invitation to slow down and reconnect. In this episode, Katie talks about: A favorite quote from her Tiny Buddha calendar: "Self-care is giving the world the best of you instead of what's left of you." …
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#27: The 1% - What It’s Like Being a Reflector & Why Slowing Down Might Be the Smartest Move You Make
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32:07In this episode, I’m joined by Reflector Jesse, one of my close friends to talk about what it’s like to discover your Human Design and actually use it in real life. Jesse shares how learning her design has given her permission to trust her body, take her time, and let go of pressure to make decisions quickly or please everyone around her. We unpack…
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#26: The Calm Connection System: Breaking Free from Overwhelm and Guilt in Motherhood with Kate Kripke
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59:11In this heartfelt and eye‑opening conversation, Katie sits down with Kate Kripke, LCSW, PMH‑C, a maternal mental health expert who helps high‑achieving moms break free from burnout, guilt, and overwhelm. What you’ll hear in this episode: Why so many of us equate love and worth with exceptionalism—and how that leads to exhaustion. The critical shift…
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#25: The Projector's Path on Being Called to Guide Others and Protecting your Energy
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33:21If you’ve ever felt like you’re running on empty while everyone else seems to be keeping up, this episode is for you. In this conversation with Alexis Z—a wise and candid 3/5 Projector—we get real about: ✅ Why so many Projectors (and non‑Projectors, too!) feel like they have to keep hustling to “keep up” ✅ How resentment and bitterness sneak in whe…
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#24: Gut Reactions, Beige Aesthetics & Pop Singers: A Generator Interview with My Preteen
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32:14I have a super special surprise for you! In our interview today, I’m joined by my favorite 12-year-old, my daughter Emaline! As a Generator with Sacral Authority and a 1/3 Profile in Human Design, Emaline gives us a candid, funny, and insightful look into how energy and decision-making play out in real life for preteens. From favorite songs to rapi…
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#23. The Manifester’s Path to Peace: Barbara Bloomer on Leading with Instinct
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37:53In this inspiring conversation, we meet Barbara Bloomer, a splenic Manifester and owner of Barbara Ann Spa in Lake St. Louis. Barbara shares what it’s like to embrace her Human Design as an initiator, how she’s shifted her work life to protect her energy, and the magic of trusting her instincts. You’ll hear how understanding her design helped her g…
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#22. Small Shifts for Big Ease: A Manifesting Generator’s Story!
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32:40This week kicks off our Human Design Type Interview mini-series with a deep, real-life conversation between Katie and fellow Manifesting Generator Kim Wilkins. Kim shares candid stories about embracing her MG energy, emotional authority, and 1/3 profile—without turning her life upside down. They discuss small, practical shifts like knowing when to …
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#21. Stop Overplanning — Start Trusting: Lessons from a 5/2 leaning into an Incarnation Cross of Distraction
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22:55This week, I’m sharing some behind-the-scenes reflections as I build my Lighten Your Load Journey — a 6-week coaching container designed to help you move forward without overwhelm. Do you want more from life—but aren’t sure where to start? Do you try to make changes, but it feels like too much to add to your already full plate, so it keeps getting …
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#20. When the Plan Falls Apart: Lessons from My Human Design + Coaching Journey
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19:31In this off-the-cuff episode, I share what happened when life didn’t go to plan—no pre-recorded podcast, no “perfect” prep—and how I’m learning to trust myself in those messy moments. We’ll talk about: 👉 Why I no longer spiral when things don’t go as planned 👉 The surprising gifts of leaning into self-trust (instead of anxiety) 👉 What coaching actu…
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#19. Grief, Trauma & Identity: Human Design Answers Big Questions
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25:23Episode Summary: In today’s listener-inspired episode, I’m answering three bold and thoughtful questions that came in through the Google Form. These are questions many people wonder about but are often unsure if they can ask—so I’m thrilled to unpack them for you. 👉 The questions we explore: How does Human Design inform the processing of emotions l…
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#18. What Do You Really Want? Finding Clarity, Calm & Courage in the Chaos
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20:58What if the stress you’ve learned to normalize is actually the thing holding you back from joy, clarity, and peace? In today’s episode, I’m opening up about the mind-body disconnect so many of us live in without realizing it—and how learning to feel your feelings is the surprising first step to regaining clarity and courage in your life. We’ll unpa…
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#17. When Overwhelm Breaks You Open, A Personal Reset is in your Power
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9:58Have you ever hit a wall so hard it shook your soul awake? In this raw and reflective episode, I share what it feels like to come face-to-face with emotional overwhelm—and what it means to choose healing over hustle. From the way our bodies hold onto stress, to the pivotal moments when we finally pause to acknowledge what’s not working, this is you…
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#16. Facing Fear with Courage: What 7 Human Design Gates Reveal About Your Inner Strength
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35:32In this episode of Inspired by Design, I’m diving deep into the Spleen Center in Human Design—specifically the 7 gates where fear lives in the body. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or paralyzed by fear of failure, rejection, judgment, or repeating past mistakes, this episode will help you reframe and reclaim your personal power.You’ll learn…
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#15. What’s a Human Design Reading Like? A Mini Session with Rosemary
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38:11What is a Human Design reading actually like? In this episode, I'm inviting you into a real-life mini chart reading with our podcast giveaway winner, Rosemary. You’ll hear us unpack her design, reflect on her experiences as a Projector, and explore what it really means to navigate life with this energy type. Rosemary didn’t know much about Human De…
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#14. May Is My Messy Middle: A Big Announcement + Giveaway!
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4:48This bonus episode is a love note to you—my listeners—and an invitation to be part of something bigger this May. I'm opening the doors wide to share what’s happening behind the scenes in my own messy middle: launching this podcast, building a new business, and showing up more as myself. You’ll hear: Why I’m dedicating the month of May to spreading …
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#13. Why Subconscious Shifts Might Be the Missing Link in Your Wellness - Conversation with Hanna Kok
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45:25Can healing really start with you? In this powerful episode of Inspired by Design, Katie sits down with a guest whose experience as a caregiver, coach, and subconscious programming expert brings a grounded yet revolutionary perspective on healing, purpose, and personal empowerment. From breaking generational patterns to navigating chronic illness a…
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#12. From Hustle to Harmony: Reclaiming Ease and Redefining Success with Michal McCracken
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38:20Join Katie and guest Michal McCracken—transformational coach, CEO Queen energy mentor, and host of Space & Grace—as they unpack the real cost of hustle culture and what it looks like to rebuild success on your terms. They talk about: Why pushing through can feel easier (but more exhausting) than allowing ease The power of planning around your energ…
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#11. Empowerment, Color, and Carpool Lane Dreams with Anna Palmer
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32:41In this heartfelt and empowering episode, Katie sits down with Anna Palmer—House of Colour stylist, podcast host, and mom of three—to talk about reclaiming your confidence and identity in the middle of motherhood, messy schedules, and major life transitions. Anna shares how something as simple as knowing her colors gave her a reason to show up diff…
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#10. 🧩Empower Your Healing: Tune In and Take Charge of Your Health - Conversation with Dr. Mckenzie
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35:02We are starting our first Interview Series here on Inspired By Design with Katie Ruppert!! In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Shawn McKenzie, a board-certified Chiropractic Physician and passionate community educator, to explore how your nervous system holds the key to healing old injuries, improving posture, and restoring function—sometimes deca…
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#9. 🧩 Trusting Your Journey is right on Time: Reflections from the Messy Middle 🧩
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29:50Have you ever hesitated to take time for yourself, convinced that the world might fall apart if you did? In this episode, I’m sharing my personal reflections on leading my first solo retreat—what I learned, what surprised me, and why holding space for others isn’t the same as holding space for yourself. Highlights to listen for from this episode: 🌙…
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#8. 🧩Your Human Design Personality Profile: What Your Numbers Reveal About You🧩
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28:05Ever wonder why you show up the way you do in relationships, work, and life? Your Human Design Personality Profile holds the key! In this episode, I break down the six personality lines in Human Design, how they shape your strengths and challenges, and why your two-number profile is more than just a label—it's a roadmap to deeper self-understanding…
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#7. 🧩 The Fast-Forward Button to Aligned Decision-Making with Human Design 🧩
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36:06You’ve been to the time management workshops. You’ve made the to-do lists, scheduled the time blocks, and promised yourself you’d be more disciplined—only to end up exhausted and frustrated. What if the problem isn’t your willpower but the way you’re making decisions? In this episode, we’re diving into Human Design authority—your personal decision-…
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#6. 🧩A Permission Slip to Be Yourself 😎 The Power of Human Design ✨
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30:03What if there was a blueprint for how you’re meant to operate in the world? Human Design offers exactly that—a unique way to understand your energy, decision-making style, and natural strengths. In this episode, I break down the fundamentals of Human Design, including: ✨ The 5 energy types and how they interact ✨ 5 Ways Human Design can improve lif…
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#5. Ditch the Duality, Stop it with the Boxes and Repeat after me: "Both-And"
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13:14Do you ever feel stuck choosing between a practical how-to and a wild, free, intuitive woo-whoo? What if you could have both? In this episode of Inspired by Design I share a bit about navigate life as an elder millennial—growing up without the Internet and coming of age with it—and how that unique perspective taught me to see the full spectrum of p…
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#4. Overwhelm isn’t a Badge of Honor - How to Break Free from the Trap
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38:26Have you ever felt like you were running on empty, yet couldn’t stop pushing yourself? In this episode, I open up about my personal journey through high performance, burnout, and the identity crisis that followed. I share the hard lessons I learned about setting boundaries, finding balance, and redefining success—not just as a business owner but as…
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#3. How Yoga Can Transform Your Life—Even If You Never Step on a Mat
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26:46Think yoga is just about flexibility and stretching? Think again. In this episode, I’m sharing five powerful ways yoga can transform your life—without ever stepping into a class. Whether you struggle with stress, feel disconnected from your body, or just want to move through life with more ease, yoga offers tools that go far beyond the mat. 🔹 How y…
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#2. 2 Simple Ways Human Design Helped Me Enjoy Life More
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10:48Ever feel like you’re spinning your wheels, trying to fit into a mold that just doesn’t feel right? In this episode of Inspired by Design, I’m sharing how Human Design gave me the permission I didn’t know I needed—to embrace my multi-passionate nature, break free from hustle culture, and finally create a flow that works for me. I’ll walk you throug…
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Inspired By Design - Step off the hustle train & allow life to light you up!
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5:45Meet Katie Ruppert, a recovering overachiever and lifelong learner, as she shares the inspiration behind Inspired by Design. In this episode, she introduces the idea of using inspiration to take the action you've been wanting to take but haven't - or at least not consistently... She's kicking off this first season sharing powerful tools and insight…
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