In this heart-filling episode of the Foundher Series, host Carrie Scollon sits down with writer Marnie Law, whose chapter in Volume 2 of the Light House Series: Beautiful Chaos shares the raw and courageous journey of a mother navigating the unimaginable—the loss of her daughter. Marnie speaks candidly about walking the tightrope between fear and hope during her daughter Christie’s diagnosis with T-cell ALL and a stem cell transplant at the start of the COVID pandemic. During this time of uncertainty—ripe with both fear and hope—Christie began blogging, making videos, and expressing herself through art. She launched the Leo Art Collective and found her voice with boldness, teaching her mother and reminding us all: you don’t have to be published to be a writer, and you don’t need permission to be an artist. Her message was, and continues to be: Own it. Don’t wait. This episode is a tribute to fierce love, creative healing, and the power of sharing our stories out loud. It’s also a call to action—register to be a stem cell donor at www.blood.ca, and be part of someone else's story of hope.

In this episode of the FoundHer Series, host Carrie Scollon sits down with author Elaine de Rooy to explore the story behind her heartfelt chapter in Beautiful Chaos: Embracing the Unexpected. Elaine shares her deeply personal journey of love, loss, and resilience after a health crisis and eventual passing of her husband after 5 tough years—leaving her to navigate life with their two teenage sons. A planner by nature, Elaine opens up about how her sense of order was upended and how, paradoxically, planning became her tool for moving forward—through medical decisions, parenting, grief, and even rediscovering joy. From balancing hope with hard conversations to the healing power of community and belly dancing (yes, really!), Elaine's story reminds us that even in the most uncertain times, connection and courage can light the way. You’ll get a beautiful peek into the relationship that shaped her, the grief that followed, and the surprising turn of events that led her not only to healing—but to love again. If you’ve ever faced the unthinkable, or wondered how to support someone who has, this conversation offers both practical wisdom and soulful inspiration.

Inhale Love, Exhale Gratitude. In this deeply moving episode, Carrie interviews Lesa Mueller, a contributing author in both The Lighthouse Series Volume 1 and Volume 2. Lesa shares her journey of advocating for her mother during her final days—honouring the grace and gratitude her mother embodied in both life and death. Lesa reflects on the profound experience of "walking her mom home", a gift she wishes she had fully appreciated earlier but is deeply grateful for now. She speaks candidly about reaching a place of acceptance rather than anger before her mother passed, the delayed grief that often comes with caregiving, and how being “in the trenches” can make it difficult to process emotions in the moment.

In her chapter Love Yourself from the Inside Out in The Lighthouse Series Volume 2: Beautiful Chaos, Laura opens up about the moment she realized that emotional healing is just as vital as physical health. Professionally, she was focused on nutrition—but personally, she found herself waking up emotionally, recognizing the ways her body was signalling deeper truths.

Motherhood is a wild, deeply meaningful adventure—especially when raising a child with a rare genetic disorder. Meet Miranda Pellet, a thriving solo mom of four children under 10, whose beautiful journey took an unexpected turn when her daughter Amelia was diagnosed with GBS (Guillain-Barré Syndrome) eight years ago. As a contributing author in The Lighthouse Series Volume 2: Beautiful Chaos, Miranda shares her powerful story in a chapter aptly named Beautiful Chaos—a raw and heartfelt account of love, resilience, and the strength required for advocacy and awareness. In this Foundher.today podcast with Carrie Scollon, Miranda reflects on the challenges and triumphs of the journey, the joy of publishing her story, and the hope that Amelia will be able to look back and see not just the hardships, but the difficult and beautiful journey that has shaped them both. 🩵💚

In this episode of the FoundHer Series, Carrie chats with Tisa Sylvester, a contributing author to The Lighthouse Project – Beautiful Chaos: Embracing the Unexpected, Volume 2. Tisa’s chapter, Now What, explores the power of embracing challenges—navigating uncomfortable experiences and relationships that ultimately foster personal growth.

Tisa’s story is one of hardiness and resilience, shaped by her willingness to say “yes” to unforeseen opportunities with curiosity and compassion. Her journey wasn’t without struggle—feelings of inadequacy often surfaced, contrasting sharply with her determination to grow. However, with the support of someone who believed in her, and stepping up to possibilities, she learned to reframe doubt as a catalyst for improvement rather than a setback. From dropping out of high school to an advanced critical care nursing. Now What?

Carrie and Tisa also discuss the experience of contributing to Beautiful Chaos. Writing her chapter was not just a creative process but a deeply personal and therapeutic one. “All the feels came through in the writing process,” Tisa shares. Working with the editor was especially helpful, providing guidance and perspective that strengthened her storytelling. Tisa hopes to inspire others to take the first step toward new opportunities—even when it feels uncomfortable.💕

In this episode of the FoundHer Series, Carrie sits down with Erin Gorrie, a contributing author to The Lighthouse Project – Beautiful Chaos, Volume 2. Erin’s chapter, A Lifetime of Shame, is a raw and powerful exploration of how shame took hold of her life, shaped her choices, and kept her trapped in a story of shame for decades.

For 30 years, Erin carried the weight of her early experiences, constantly seeking external validation. But when everything came crashing down, she had a pivotal realization—90% of her experiences were within her control. This moment of clarity set her free. She began to set boundaries, release people-pleasing tendencies, and reclaim her self-worth.

Erin shares the liberating process of writing her story, the deep connection she found within The Lighthouse Project community, and how telling her truth became the final piece of her own freedom. She reminds us that when we stop living in the shadows of shame and start embracing our whole selves—rough edges and all—we step into our true power.

This episode is for every woman who has ever felt not enough, who has struggled with persistent or chronic shame, or who is ready to finally say, enough is enough. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about courage, healing, and reclaiming your story. 💕

In this episode of the FoundHer Series, Carrie sits down with Gwen Haas to talk about her powerful chapter in the book Beautiful Chaos. Gwen’s story is for the seekers, the ones who feel different, the ones who long to be seen.

Through The Little Alchemist MagicK, Gwen shares her journey of navigating a world that didn’t always nourish or nurture her gifts. A highly sensitive person, she faced the challenge of growing up without the support to understand or embrace her uniqueness. The moment she truly felt seen was a supercharged experience—one of deep surrender, a push-and-pull of wanting to be held while fearing what it means to be recognized. She opens up about her awakening, learning how to exist in a world that often misunderstands sensitivity and gifts. We also explore a profound story of her father’s passing and how it shaped her path.

This chapter, this conversation, is a gift—an invitation for those ready to embrace their inner alchemist, to find the magic in their own being, and to feel truly seen. Tune in for a soul-stirring episode that might just spark something divine in you. 💓

In this episode, Carrie welcomes Marianne White, a contributing author to Beautiful Chaos: Embracing the Unexpected and the Lighthouse Series. Marianne first shared her raw and emotional journey through divorce in Volume 1—now, in her second chapter, she shifts the focus to what she wishes she had known about this massive step, hoping to support other women contemplating the same option.

With divorce statistics painting a stark reality, Marianne challenges the stigma surrounding it. She isn’t pro-divorce, but she is pro-truth—and for some, divorce is the right choice. She opens up about the struggles, from career impacts to financial impacts, while also sharing the empowering realization that divorce isn't an ending—it’s a new beginning.

Carrie and Marianne discuss the importance of maintaining a healthy co-parenting relationship, why the phrase “broken home” couldn’t be further from her reality, and why prioritizing her own social and emotional well-being ultimately helped her children thrive. If you or someone you know is contemplating divorce, this conversation is a must-listen. You are not alone. Your story isn’t over. It’s just beginning.

In this deeply heartfelt episode, Carrie sits down with Heather Goodall, one of the authors of Beautiful Chaos: Embracing the Unexpected, to explore the tension between doing good in the world and knowing when it’s enough.

The term foreboding joy, borrowed from Brené Brown, fits here as the fear of not doing enough can rob us of gratitude and presence. Through a beautiful analogy of the hummingbird, Heather offers a powerful shift in perspective: What if we simply do what we can, with the energy we have, and trust that it matters? Join us for a conversation on joy, guilt, and the freedom that comes from embracing the power of enough. 💛✨

In this episode of the Foundher Series, Carrie sits down with Emma Lewis, an author in The Lighthouse Project, Volume 2: Beautiful Chaos. Her chapter, Believe in Your Wildest Dreams, is more than just words—it’s a testament to resilience, self-belief, and transformation. An "old soul" who grew up fast, Emma carries a lifetime of wisdom shaped by lived experience. From navigating childhood in survival mode to redefining a trauma, she has turned her journey into a gift—guiding others as a life coach to break free from their past and step into their soul expansion. At just 16, Emma found herself at a Tony Robbins event, absorbing the energy of a room filled with possibility. That pivotal moment ignited a fire within her: I can do the brave things. Through strength, courage, and an unshakable belief in herself, she rewrote the narrative of her life—not as a victim, but as a creator. Emma opens up about healing from trauma, the power of taking radical responsibility, and why true transformation isn’t just about mindset—it’s about how you feel. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your story, this episode will inspire you to change your circumstances, trust in your intuition, and most importantly, believe in your wildest dreams. #BelieveInYourDreams