In this deeply resonant episode of The Secret KeepHers, I’m joined by the brilliant and deeply grounded Lorraine Berg—Founder of Human Centered Workplaces and a Strategic Leadership Analyst certified through the BG5 Business Institute.

Lorraine shares her powerful journey from leading a top-tier, high-performance beauty business to experiencing a total system collapse—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. What followed was a radical unraveling, a health crisis, and ultimately, a return to alignment.

We talk about:
• The hidden burnout of overfunctioning leaders
• Ego death and the grief of letting go of what no longer fits
• The cost of outsourcing your worth to performance
• The new workplace paradigm—and what human-centered leadership actually looks like
• The role Human Design and BG5 play in personal and professional transformation
• The ripple effect of internal clarity on external leadership

Lorraine gets real about what it took to step away from a nationally recognized business—and into her truest, most sustainable work yet. This is not just a story of career change… it’s a story of reclamation.

About Lorraine Berg:
Lorraine is the Founder of Human Centered Workplaces and a Strategic Leadership Analyst with over 20 years of entrepreneurial, educational, and business experience. She empowers visionary leaders to grow with clarity, confidence, and precision using personalized consulting grounded in the science of differentiation. Her work helps clients align their leadership, teams, and business strategy for sustainable, human-centered success.

Explore Lorraine’s Work:
🔗 Website: humancenteredworkplaces.com
📰 Latest Interview: Canvas Rebel Article
📖 Case Studies:
– The Power of Saying Yes Correctly
– From Burnout to Empowered Stewardship
💼 BG5 Profile: BG5 Certification Info
💬 Connect on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lorraine-berg-32606823a

My invitation:
Slip this on like a new coat—try it, see how it fits. You don’t need to subscribe to every system, but sometimes one perspective shifts everything. This episode may be the one that reminds you: There’s nothing wrong with you. You’re just ready to come home to yourself.

Let us know if you want Lorraine back—we barely scratched the surface.

****Trigger warning: This episode references different types of abuse. As with all episodes, this information is based on Mary's personal experience and opinions.****

In this episode, I sit down with Mary Breuer, visionary behind Studio Nude Boudoir, to talk about identity, trauma, healing, and the power of seeing yourself fully and without shame.

Mary shares the moment she uncovered a life-altering family secret through a DNA test, and how that revelation cracked open decades of generational trauma, identity confusion, and hidden pain. But it didn’t stop there, Mary used it as a catalyst to reclaim her truth, own her story, and help others do the same.

What began as her own healing journey turned into sacred work...holding space for women to feel safe in their skin and powerful in their presence.

"I stopped performing. I stopped apologizing. I decided it was time to live for me." Mary

"We don’t heal by hiding. We heal by telling the truth—and letting it set us free." Corinne

In this conversation, we explore:
– How our bodies carry the stories we try to ignore
– The truth about people-pleasing, illness, and suppressed trauma
– Boudoir as a sacred return to self—not performance for others
– Mary’s Coloring Confidence art therapy journal and why it matters

Bio: Mary Breuer – Boudoir Photographer, Healer, and Empowerment Catalyst

Mary Breuer is more than a boudoir photographer, she’s a force of reclamation. As the founder of Studio NÜDE Boudoir in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Mary creates sacred spaces where women and couples come home to themselves, often for the first time in years. With a camera in hand and compassion in her heart, she helps her clients see their bodies not as problems to be fixed, but as stories worth honoring.

Her work is deeply personal. It was born from her own journey of healing—through religious trauma, emotional abuse, single motherhood, and the quiet ache of starting over. Instead of becoming hardened, Mary chose to soften. She turned her pain into power, and her lens into a tool for transformation. What began as photography became a form of exposure therapy, helping both her and her clients face their truth with tenderness and courage.

Mary’s sessions are not about vanity, they’re about visibility. She invites her clients to show up fully: in their scars, their softness, their longing, and their strength. Whether she’s guiding a woman into a moment of self-love, capturing deep connection between couples, or celebrating someone’s journey through divorce, recovery, or reinvention, Mary meets them there with reverence.

Beyond the studio, she’s a mother of three daughters, an advocate for radical self-acceptance, and the creator of Coloring Confidence, a self-portrait therapy coloring book designed to bring healing into the hands of those who need it most.

Mary’s story is one of survival, soul, and coming home to the body and she’s just getting started

Website: www.studionudeboudoir.com

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Phone: 920-944-3946

Email: studionudeboudoir@gmail.com

Warning: There is reference to drug use and sexual abuse in this story of recovery.

Welcome back to The Secret Keepers Podcast. In this powerful episode, I’m joined by my friend and fellow transformation warrior, Diana Flowe, a nurse, a mama, a grandmother, and a woman who has walked through the fire of addiction and come out the other side with 29 years of sobriety and a mission to serve.

Diana shares the deeply personal story of her journey from childhood trauma, insecurity, and feeling unloved, to addiction, suicide attempts, and ultimately, radical self-love and healing. Her transformation didn’t come easy..it came with hard work, mentorship, faith, and a willingness to rewrite the story she had always believed about herself.

We talk about:

• Growing up feeling unseen, unloved, and disconnected

• How addiction took root and what it took to truly get clean

• The role of faith, journaling, and reprogramming self-beliefs

• Learning to love herself, even when no one else showed her how

• Becoming a nurse, a mentor, and a living example that healing is possible

• The power of having one person who believes in you

• How to help others reclaim their worth when they feel too far gone

Diana’s golden nugget?
"Love yourself, and find someone who loves you unconditionally until you can believe it for yourself."

Her story is raw, real, and exactly what someone out there needs to hear today.

If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or self-worth, this episode is a lifeline of hope, truth, and gentle encouragement.

Connect with Diana:
Empowerment and Recovery Coach

As always, thank you for listening. These stories matter. You matter.
And remember: You are not broken. You are becoming.

– Corinne Zuleger
Host, The Secret Keepers Podcast
Learning from life, leading with love 💛

What if changing your thoughts could change your life?

In this episode of The Secret Keephers Podcast, I sit down with Joseph McClendon III, neuropsychologist, peak performance coach, and co-founder of the Neuroencoding Institute. Joseph shares how a single book transformed his life after a traumatic experience left him homeless, and how he’s spent the last four decades helping others do the same.

We talk about:

• How to shift your identity and change your inner dialogue

• The real meaning of discipline and optimism

• What it takes to rewire your brain for healing, growth, and joy

• How to create habits that stick by using neuroscience and energy

• Why you don’t need to be perfect...you just need to begin

This episode is packed with humor, wisdom, and tools you can use right away. If you’re ready to break through what’s been holding you back, you’ll want to hear every minute.

Listen now and take the next step toward becoming who you were always meant to be.

Bio: Joseph McClendon III is a renowned Neuropsychologist & Ultimate Performance Specialists with a client list that includes Academy Award winners, Olympic athletes, Grammy winners, and Billionaire business figures. For the last 40 years he has spoken live to over 6 million people around the world, working alongside the likes of Les Brown, Tony Robbins, and Richard Branson, regularly coaching audiences of over 10,000.

A New York Times best selling author, Joseph’s application of neuroscience to personal growth has earned him invitations to speak at institutions including Harvard University, teach at the University of California Los Angeles, as well as deliver multiple TEDx Talks.

His life’s work has been developing the brain science system known as Neuroencoding®, which is the process for programming the mind and body to default to their best, no matter the circumstance or goal. Joseph is the Founder of The Neuroencoding Institute, where he certifies those called to change people’s lives in the Neuroencoding® methods and equip them with tools & processes needed to reprogram the human operating system for ultimate performance!

Follow Joseph on Instagram @iamjosephmcclendon" and www.Neuroencoding.com

Always seek your medical professional if experiencing symptoms.

In this powerful episode of The Secret KeepHers Podcast, I sit down with Molly Hildebrandt—a bold, compassionate woman who has walked through burnout, imposter syndrome, and hidden pain, and come out on the other side with deep wisdom and a commitment to helping others do the same.

Molly shares her journey from being a high-achieving executive with the “perfect” life on the outside to confronting the truth of her inner world—anxiety, self-doubt, and a deep disconnection from who she truly was.

Together, we talk about:

• What happens when your worth is tied to performance

• The breakdown that became her breakthrough

• How mental and emotional triggers can hijack our lives

• Why discovering your uniqueness is the foundation of true healing

• How she transformed her home, her relationship with her children, and ultimately herself

• The power of mentorship, community, and being willing to do the work

Molly now helps others discover their own pathway to flow, resilience, and authenticity through her work as a certified trainer with Flowcess. Her message is clear—when we heal ourselves, we help heal generations.

One truth Molly holds close:
“Figure out your uniqueness—and let it shine. That’s where the healing begins.”

This episode is a reminder that we are not alone. When we bring our truth to light, healing begins—for us and for those we love.

If this conversation moved you, please share it with someone who needs it. And if you haven’t yet, leave a review—it helps us reach more women who are ready to break the cycle, find their voice, and come home to themselves.

In this heartfelt and wide-ranging episode of The Secret KeepHers Podcast, I’m joined by the courageous and radiant Sophia Portelli: media professional, advocate, and vibrant soul who shares her journey of stepping out of secrecy and into authenticity.

Sophia opens up about growing up in a small Midwestern town, coming from a deeply connected and faith-filled Italian family, and the internal battle of holding a secret that shaped so much of her early life. From entering college as a pre-med student to discovering her true calling in entertainment, she takes us through the identity shifts, internal dialogue, and pressure to overachieve that often accompany the experience of hiding a fundamental truth.

We dive into:

• How perfectionism can be a mask for fear and self-protection

• Sophia’s experience coming out and reconciling her identity with her faith

• The impact of secrets on mental, emotional, and physical health

• Why learning to love ourselves changes everything—and everyone around us

• Identifying and interrupting the inner critic with humor, awareness, and self-compassion

• How the energy we give off reflects how safe others feel around us

• What true acceptance feels like—and why it starts within

Sophia also shares the moment she realized she wasn’t broken or in need of fixing—just in need of alignment with her truth. From leading with love to finding joy through community, cooking, movement, and humor, this episode is full of wisdom, warmth, and deep healing.

Whether you’re navigating your own coming out story, struggling with inner critics, or searching for self-acceptance, this conversation is an invitation to remember that you are whole, worthy, and already enough.

A nugget of wisdom from Sophia:
"Before you can come to terms with everyone else, you have to make peace with yourself. That inner dialogue is everything."

Connect with Sophia:
Instagram: @sophia_portelli
TikTok: @sophia_portelli – for humor, queer news, and authentic joy

Join the Conversation:
Let us know what resonated with you. Tag us and share your favorite moment from the episode!
And remember—you don’t have to keep secrets to be safe. You are safe to be seen.

Bio: Sophia Portelli is the head of Content Partnerships at FOX Entertainment. She’s currently based in Los Angeles but grew up in the Midwest, hoping to chase her dreams of working in the entertainment industry one day.

Connect with me: www.corinnezuleger.com

Disclaimer: Always seek advice from your physican or mental wellness professional. These are the learnings and opinions of myself and guests.

In this thoughtful and honest episode, I sit down with the magnificent Jessica Haessly—yoga teacher, emotional disruptor, and curious mind with a passion for helping others feel safe in their bodies, clear in their minds, and steady in their hearts.

Jess shares her journey growing up in a military household, navigating the emotional weight of being the oldest child, and learning early how to manage other people’s emotions while ignoring her own. We explore how those childhood experiences laid the foundation for her later work—first through yoga, then through her Empowered Mindset Workshops.

This conversation is being released during Mental Health Awareness Month, and it couldn’t be more timely. Jess reminds us that mental well-being doesn’t come from doing more—it comes from honoring what’s already within us and learning how to work with our thoughts, our nervous system, and our stories in a compassionate way.

Inside this episode:

• Jess’s story of growing up as a “bridge” between identities and cultures

• How emotional caretaking shaped her early beliefs around strength and secrecy

• Her approach to teaching yoga that honors the body’s pace and wisdom

• The inspiration behind her Empowered Mindset Workshop

• What she learned from watching cult documentaries (yes, really!) and how they led her to study habits, emotional resilience, and decision-making

• Why she believes the first pillar of true empowerment is knowing your intrinsic worth

Jess brings a practical, human approach to her teaching—grounded in experience, shaped by curiosity, and filled with humility. Her workshops and classes aren’t about “fixing” people. They’re about offering tools, asking good questions, and creating space for others to come home to themselves.

🧘‍♀️ Connect with Jess:

Jess offers workshops virtually and in person for workplaces, schools, and communities—and brings a sense of calm curiosity wherever she goes.

💛 If this conversation moved you, share it with someone who might need the reminder: you are not a problem to be fixed—you are a whole person worthy of care, curiosity, and compassion.

With love,
Corinne