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What does it really mean to be brave when life brings challenges you never imagined facing? In Episode 095 of Conversations With Corliss, Corliss Rassyle sits down with Kyla Thomson, the mom of Bella Brave, for a deeply moving conversation about courage, motherhood, resilience, advocacy, and finding the strength to keep going through life's most difficult moments. Kyla Thomson and her daughter, Bella Brave, captured the hearts of millions around the world as they openly shared their journey through life, love, and extraordinary medical challenges. But this conversation goes beyond the story so many people followed online. Together, Kyla and Corliss explore what it really means to be brave, the importance of advocating for those we love, and how our most difficult life experiences can become opportunities to make a difference in someone else's life. Through heartfelt stories, laughter, tears, and honest reflection, Kyla shares powerful lessons about courage, personal strength, love, and the impact one person can have on the world. In this episode, we explore: What it really means to be brave, even when you're afraid The power of a mother's love and advocacy Finding courage and resilience through life's hardest challenges How sharing our stories can inspire and help others Recognizing the strength and personal power we hold within What life's most difficult experiences can teach us about living fully This is more than a conversation about overcoming adversity. It's a reminder of the power of love, the importance of living with intention, and the difference we can make simply by showing up for others. MEET KYLA THOMSON AT LEAD CONFERENCE CANADA 2026 Kyla Thomson will be joining us on stage at LEAD Conference Canada, November 13–14, 2026, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, sharing her powerful story and the lessons that have shaped her life. LEAD Conference Canada is an immersive two-day personal growth and self-leadership experience designed to help you own your power within and recognize what's possible for your life. Learn more and get your tickets: https://www.corliss.ca/LEAD2026   ABOUT CONVERSATIONS WITH CORLISS Hosted by Canadian speaker, author, and personal power expert Corliss Rassyle, Conversations With Corliss features real people, meaningful conversations, and powerful life lessons to inspire you to LEAD your life with greater awareness, courage, and purpose. If this conversation touches your heart, please share it with someone who might need to hear it. Subscribe for more inspiring conversations about personal growth, resilience, self-leadership, purpose, and the power we all hold within. Own Your Power. LEAD Your Life. Live With Purpose.   #KylaThomson #BellaBrave #ConversationsWithCorliss #HowToBeBrave #LEADConferenceCanada

What happens when someone truly listens to you—without judgment, advice, distraction, or trying to fix you? In a world filled with noise, loneliness, disconnection, and constant distraction, genuine human connection and active listening have become more important than ever. Paul Jenkinson is known across Canada for his **“You Are Not Alone” listening tour**, where he sits with complete strangers and offers something surprisingly rare: a safe space to talk, be heard, and feel seen. In this meaningful conversation, Paul and Corliss explore the **power of listening**, why authentic connection matters, and how being truly heard can support **mental health, emotional well-being, self-acceptance, and personal growth**. Paul also shares what he has learned about human nature through countless conversations with people from all walks of life—and why sometimes we don't need someone to give us the answers. We need someone willing to listen long enough for us to hear our own. At its heart, this episode is about **belonging, loneliness, human connection, self-worth, and the universal desire to be seen, understood, accepted, and free to be ourselves.** If you've ever felt unheard, disconnected, lonely, or simply wondered how you can become a better listener for the people in your life, this conversation is for you.   Join us at LEAD Conference Canada 2026 to learn more from Paul here: https://www.corliss.ca/LEAD2026

What if the life you’re creating is being shaped by the story you believe about yourself? In this powerful episode of Conversations With Corliss, Robyn Thompson shares her remarkable journey from growing up on welfare to becoming one of Canada’s trusted voices in financial education and wealth building. But at its heart, this isn’t a story about money. It’s a story about belief. Robyn shares how she made an early decision that her circumstances would not define her future, learned to train her brain to see opportunity instead of limitation, and eventually faced the shame she had carried about her past. Together, we explore the connection between mindset, identity, self-belief, resilience, and the stories we tell ourselves—and how owning your story can help you create a different future. If you’ve ever felt limited by your past, struggled with self-doubt or limiting beliefs, or wondered what’s truly possible for your life, this conversation will inspire you to see your story—and your future—through a whole new lens.   Come hear Robyn speak at LEAD Conference Canada 2026: https://www.corliss.ca/LEAD2026 Learn more about Robyn here: https://robynthompsonspeaks.com/

Tom Watson’s life began in circumstances that could have defined him forever. Growing up in foster care and described as a “wild animal” at just five years old, his future looked anything but promising. Then one retired couple made a choice to love him, believe in him, and show him a different way to live. In this deeply moving conversation, Tom shares the simple wisdom that changed the course of his life and has since impacted thousands of people around the world, including his powerful formula: My Choice + My Actions = My Life. Together, we talk about the seven zones of life, the importance of self-leadership, why learning to love yourself changes everything, and what it really means to live a life worth remembering — one where, when your time here is over, there’s standing room only at your funeral. Tom’s story is proof that where your life begins does not have to determine where it ends. This conversation will challenge you to take ownership of your life, invest in becoming the best version of yourself, and then use who you become to make life better for someone else. And if Tom’s message moves you as much as it moved me, you’ll have the opportunity to experience it in person when he takes the stage at LEAD Conference Canada 2026. https://www.corliss.ca/LEAD2026

What if joy isn't something you find... but something you choose? In this inspiring episode of Conversations with Corliss, I sit down with bestselling author, speaker, and joy advocate Jessica Janzen, author of Bring the Joy, to explore one of the most life-changing mindset shifts you can make: joy is not something that happens to you—it's something you choose to bring. Through deeply personal stories of heartbreak, resilience, gratitude, and hope, Jessica shares how life's greatest challenges became the foundation for a life filled with purpose, meaning, and joy. Together, we unpack practical strategies to help you shift your mindset, build emotional resilience, and intentionally create more happiness—regardless of your circumstances. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, discouraged, or simply longing for more peace and fulfillment, this conversation will remind you that while you can't always control what happens to you, you can always choose how you show up. In this episode, you'll discover: • Why joy is a choice—not a feeling you have to wait for • Practical ways to cultivate more gratitude and positivity every day • How resilience is built through life's hardest moments • The mindset shifts that help you move from surviving to truly living • Why self-leadership begins with the choices you make each day • How choosing joy can transform your relationships, purpose, and overall well-being This is more than a conversation about happiness. It's an invitation to lead your life with greater intention, embrace gratitude, and discover the power you have to create more joy—starting today. If you're ready to experience more joy, resilience, purpose, and personal growth, this episode is for you.   Come hear Jessica speak at LEAD Conference Canada: www.corliss.ca/LEAD2026   Follow Jess on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejessicajanzen/

What happens when your life looks successful on the outside, but you're quietly struggling on the inside? In this powerful episode of the Conversations With Corliss Podcast, I sit down with Ben Nemtin, New York Times bestselling author, co-creator of The Buried Life, one of the stars of the hit MTV series, and keynote speaker at LEAD Conference Canada. Ben shares the deeply personal story behind the success so few people know. After years of chasing achievement and performing under constant pressure, anxiety and depression began to take over his life. He found himself withdrawing from the people around him, losing hope, and wondering how he would ever find his way back. But instead of giving up, Ben made one small decision at a time. He intentionally surrounded himself with people who inspired him, challenged him, and believed something bigger was possible. Along the way, he rediscovered a dreams he had buried for years and a list of things he wanted to do before he died. That decision became the beginning of a movement that inspired millions around the world. In this episode, you'll discover: * Ben Nemtin's personal journey through anxiety and depression * The hidden cost of high achievement and success * How small, consistent actions can transform your life * Why the people you surround yourself with shape your future * How buried dreams can become extraordinary realities * The inspiring story behind *The Buried Life* * Why it's never too late to pursue what truly matters * What it takes to make the impossible possible Whether you're navigating mental health challenges, searching for purpose, rebuilding your confidence, or simply looking for inspiration to take the next step, this conversation will remind you that your circumstances do not have to define your future. Ben's story is proof that impossible is often just a story we tell ourselves until we decide to take the first step. If this episode inspired you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs the reminder that incredible things are possible. About Ben Nemtin Ben is a New York Times bestselling author, motivational speaker, and co-creator of The Buried Life. His message has inspired millions around the world to dream bigger, take meaningful action, and live a life with fewer regrets. Ben will also be joining us as a keynote speaker at LEAD Conference Canada, where he'll inspire attendees to own their power, embrace possibility, and create lives they are proud to live. Secure your seat at LEAD Conference Canada here: www.corliss.ca/LEAD2026

What if becoming "badass" had nothing to do with being fearless, and everything to do with trusting yourself enough to keep going? In this episode of Conversations With Corliss, Corliss sits down with entrepreneur, esthetician, and lifelong learner Kinga Angel for an honest conversation about reinvention, resilience, and creating a life you're proud of. Life rarely unfolds the way we expect. But sometimes our biggest disappointments become the very moments that shape who we're becoming. Together, Corliss and Kinga explore what it means to embrace change, step into new opportunities, and continue growing... no matter your age or stage of life. With more than 20 years in the beauty industry, Kinga has built multiple businesses, trained hundreds of professionals, and continues to pursue new passions in health, wellness, travel, and personal development. Her story is a powerful reminder that you're never too late to reinvent yourself. In this episode, you'll discover: • Why your setbacks don't have to define your future • How courage grows through action • The power of staying curious and open to new possibilities • Why reinvention is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself • What it really means to become "badass" If you've ever wondered whether it's too late to start over, chase a new dream, or become the person you're meant to be, this conversation is for you. Connect with Corliss: Website: www.corliss.ca Instagram: @corlissco LinkedIn: Corliss Rassyle Follow Kinga on Facebook @kingaangel

In this episode of *The Conversation You Need to Hear*, I sit down with Krista Lee Curtis for a conversation that feels like a breath of fresh air. Together, we explore how the energy we bring into our lives influences the experiences we have, the opportunities we see, and the way we show up in the world. Krista shares her journey through a difficult season of life and the intentional choices that helped her find her way back to herself. We talk about the power of surrounding yourself with people who inspire you, letting go of what no longer serves you, creating habits that energize you, and learning to trust your inner guide and the quiet voice within that often knows exactly what you need. This conversation is a reminder that creating a life you love isn't about waiting for the perfect circumstances. It's about becoming intentional with your thoughts, your energy, and the choices you make each day. If you've been craving more positivity, more joy, or simply a reminder of what's possible, this may be the conversation you need to hear.

Welcome back to a brand-new season of Conversations With Corliss! It's been a few months since I last sat behind this microphone, and in this solo episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes of what life, business, and personal growth have looked like over the last five months. There have been some exciting wins, meaningful lessons, unexpected challenges, and a few moments that have changed the way I think about purpose, leadership, and life itself. Consider this a catch-up conversation between friends. I'll share where I've been, what I've been learning, what's next, and why I'm more excited than ever to be back having these meaningful conversations with you. I'm so glad you're here with me. Thank you for joining the journey.

Welcome back to the Conversations With Corliss Today’s episode is called Leading From the 1% Different by Design, and it is a powerful conversation about something we all wrestle with at different points in our lives, owning who we truly are. That 1%, the part of you that makes you uniquely you, is often the very thing that sets you apart. And yet, for so many of us, it is also the hardest thing to fully embrace. In this episode, you will hear one woman’s story of choosing to see her worth, live into it, and lead her life both personally and professionally in a way that is deeply aligned with who she is and what truly matters to her. I am joined by Sarah Johnstone, CEO and co-owner of Atlas York Insurance, a leading women-owned, full-service brokerage here in Saskatchewan. With over 20 years in the insurance industry, Sarah is known for her genuine, people-first approach and her ability to help individuals, families, and business owners feel informed, confident, and supported through every stage of life. Before leading Atlas York, Sarah held senior leadership roles across major Canadian organizations and has been recognized twice as one of the Elite Women in Business, as well as a two-time Excellence Awardee for CEO of the Year by Insurance Business Canada. But what I love most about this conversation is not just what Sarah has accomplished; it is how she leads. With authenticity. With heart. And with a deep commitment to staying true to herself. We talk about embracing your uniqueness, leading differently by design, and why owning who you are might just be the most powerful leadership move you will ever make.   Join Monday Motivation email list here: https://www.corliss.ca/   Connect with Sarah here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-johnston-cphr-caib/

In this Conversation With Corliss, we explore one of the most powerful forces you carry into every area of your life—your presence. Whether you’re leading, influencing, connecting, or simply moving through your day, the energy you bring into a room has a measurable impact. And today, you’ll learn why that impact is far more meaningful than you may realize. My guest, Evan Weiner, is a presence expert who coaches ambitious leaders to become irresistible forces in their fields by understanding the science behind how they show up. Through his proprietary NeuroPresence™ framework, Evan blends neuroscience, aesthetics, personal style, and behavioral cues to help people communicate authentically and be perceived with clarity, confidence, and influence. His clients include top executives, surgeons, and even well-known personalities from The Real Housewives franchise. With a unique background spanning fashion, theatre, and corporate leadership, Evan brings a fresh, practical, and inspiring perspective on what presence truly is—and why it matters. In this conversation, you’ll discover: ✨ What “presence” really means and why it’s more science than mystery ✨ How others experience your energy long before they hear your words ✨ Why your unique essence—regardless of shape, background, or story—is a gift to the world ✨ How small shifts in awareness can elevate how you lead, connect, and influence By the end of this episode, you’ll see yourself through a new lens—one that reminds you that you already are enough, and your presence is a dazzling force that makes a real difference.   Ready for more support and inspiration? 👉 Join my free Monday Motivation email here: www.corliss.ca 👉 If you loved this conversation, follow and subscribe to the podcast on your favourite listening platform, and leave a review so we can reach and support even more people just like you.   Connect with Evan at https://www.evangweiner.com/

If you’ve ever felt like “adulting” is harder for you than it seems for everyone else, this conversation is for you. My guest, Stephanie Rourke Jackson, gets real about the ups, downs, and daily realities of living and leading with ADHD as an adult. We dive into what it really feels like to manage focus, productivity, and emotions in a world that wasn’t designed for neurodivergent minds — and how self-awareness, acceptance, and a sense of humor can completely shift your experience. Stephanie shares practical tools, powerful insights, and personal stories that will help you: Understand how ADHD shows up in everyday life Reframe challenges as unique strengths Build confidence and clarity in how you LEAD yourself Use your quirks, creativity, and energy to your advantage You’ll walk away feeling seen, understood, and empowered to embrace who you are and LEAD life your way. About Stephanie Rourke Jackson: Stephanie is a high-energy, coffee-loving, naturally curious problem solver and the founder of Beacon Coaching & Leadership. She’s an intuitive coach and mentor who helps ambitious people grow their confidence, crush limiting beliefs, and discover their full potential. Connect with Stephanie at https://beaconcoaching.ca/ Connect with Corliss at www.corliss.ca

I'm back with a short solo episode sharing three must-dos of leading your life. In these new few minutes, I share a personal strategy that has supported me throughout my life. I hope it supports you, too.  To connect further, head to www.corliss.ca

Welcome to this Conversation With Corliss, where we dive deep into the truth that mindset is everything. If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward in life—this conversation is for you. In this episode, we're exploring how to change your mind to change your life. Through practical teachings and real-life experience, you'll discover how a simple shift in perspective can unlock new possibilities and create lasting change. It all begins in the mind, so let’s get into it.   For further support, go to www.corliss.ca To connect with today's guest go to LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodi-barrett-kbstronger/

In this short solo episode, I dive into a topic that’s often overlooked but so important — don’t deny your feelings. Life can be tough, and sometimes it feels easier to push emotions aside or pretend they’re not there. But in this episode, I want to share some personal stories and insights to encourage you to honor and process what you’re feeling rather than bottle it all up. Let’s take a moment to be kind to ourselves and remember that it’s okay to feel deeply. Listen in now for a quick dose of motivation to help you embrace your emotions and move forward with strength.