STORYTELLHER
As a child, I was abandoned by my mother. This left an indelible mark on my worthiness: if my own mother didn’t want me, what could I be worth? I lived with this subconscious belief clouding my life’s experiences for decades.
Not that you would have known any of this if you’d met me back then. I hustled, doing great work behind the scenes, and made my bosses and colleagues look wonderful—as long as they didn’t notice me, I was happy. Or at least happy enough.
It was in this energy and with these beliefs that I attracted a husband who abused me. One day, I found myself behind three locked doors and on the telephone with 911 as my then-husband crashed around downstairs, tossing furniture and throwing crockery. How had I gotten to this point? I didn’t know, but I vowed at that moment to escape—and finally dug into the trauma that had brought me to that low point.
As I wrote and spoke about my trauma, something incredible happened: extreme healing. Leaning into the worst moments of my life allowed me to release the shame and recognize how resilient and courageous I had been.
I claimed my voice and knew that my mission was to help other women find their voices. I began teaching others to write about their worst moments, heal through the process, and claim their brilliance.
That’s also why I started Highlander Press, a publishing house dedicated to elevating women authors.
Time and again, I witnessed women healing by telling their stories—and this transformed their lives. By sharing stories on this podcast, together we’ll inspire other women to see how incredible and brave they are—and how we can light the way for other women to see the same.
I am your host, Deborah Kevin, and this is the STORYTELLHER podcast.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 34 minutes
- Episodes
- 93
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Faith Forward: Trusting the Journey When the Road Gets Rough with Kimberly De Jong | Ep. 92
Who can you trust when everything feels like it's falling apart? In this heartfelt episode, Deborah sits down with Kimberly De Jong to talk about navigating life's most challenging transitions. Toget…
Ink Without Agenda: Letting the Words Lead the Way with Manjari Sharma | Ep. 91
What happens when you write with zero expectations and end up reaching millions? In this episode, Deborah chats with Manjari Sharma, who shares her incredible journey from self-doubt to fully embraci…
Grace Under Fire: How Adversity Shapes Purpose-Driven Leadership with Diana Fritz | Ep. 90
How can life’s greatest challenges shape the way we lead? In this episode, Deborah welcomes Diana Fritz for a powerful conversation on transforming self-doubt into authentic, purpose-driven leadershi…
The Aligned Leader: Where Wellness Meets Work and Wisdom with Diane Taylor | Ep. 89
People are constantly searching for the key ingredients to succeed in every area of life — and in this episode, you'll hear from someone who's created a powerful program! Join Deborah as she chats wi…
No More Pecking Orders: Rewriting the Rules After Leaving Corporate Life with Jennie Jolly | Ep, 88
In a world obsessed with scaling the corporate ladder, walking away from it takes real courage! In this inspiring episode, Deborah sits down with Jennie Jolly to discuss what it truly means to rewrit…
When the Ground Gives Way: Rebuilding After the Life You Planned Is Gone with Suzanne Jabour | Ep. 87
What happens when the life you dreamed of suddenly disappears? In this powerful episode, Deborah is joined by grief educator Suzanne Jabour to talk about the unimaginable — losing the person you love…
Sacred Hoofbeats: Let Horses Lead You Home to Yourself with Sue Willoughby | Ep. 86
You may have encountered many coaching techniques, but this one might be the most unique! Join Deborah as she talks with Sue Willoughby about the transformative power of equine coaching. Horses are m…
Grief Writes Back: Memoir, Truth, and the Healing Power of Story with Diandra Ford-Wing | Ep. 85
In this heartfelt episode, Deborah talks with Diandra Ford-Wing about healing through grief by writing. Diandra shares how creating her book helped her process deep sorrow and became a source of comf…
Unhooked: Rewriting Your Money Story After Narcissistic Conditioning with Scotti Moser | Ep. 84
Growing up in a narcissistic family leaves deep marks on how you view and handle money! In this episode, Deborah is joined by Scotti Moser to discuss how early family dynamics shape financial beliefs…
Connection Over Conversion: The New Sales Mindset with Ronda Berns | Ep. 83
For a long time, sales have been all about the money, closing deals, and hitting targets. But today, our guest completely reversed that idea! Join Deborah as she talks with Ronda Berns about the powe…
From Silence to Strength: Reclaiming Power, One Yes at a Time with Satori Shakoor | Ep. 82
Where do you find the strength to speak again when life quiets your voice? In this powerful episode, Deborah sits down with Satori Shakoor, a storyteller, performer, and visionary who turned her sile…
Bridging the Gap: Mentorship That Builds Stronger Communities with Dr. Summer Watson | Ep. 81
Businesses and organizations often invest heavily in creating change, but what kind of mentorship truly drives results? In this episode, Deborah sits down with Dr. Summer Watson to explore the impact…
Write to the Finish: Crafting Your Book with Purpose with Cathy Fyock | Ep. 80
You have a life-changing idea, and writing it in a book is a powerful way to share it, but where do you start? In this episode, Deborah sits down with Cathy Fyock, a book coach who helps aspiring aut…
Pen to Published: Crafting Books That Open Doors with Ally Machate | Ep. 79
Your book holds incredible power, but only if you know how to unlock it! In this episode, Deborah chats with Ally Machate, who helps authors turn their books into tools that open doors and fuel busin…
Tapping into Healing: Transforming Pain into Power with EFT with Margaret Martin | Ep. 78
Toxic relationships and challenging life experiences can leave women feeling stuck in negative thoughts, but there’s a simple way to let go and think differently! In this episode, Deborah talks with …
Open-Hearted Yes: Welcoming Wonder, One Choice at a Time with Emma Tonner | Ep. 77
What if the life you were meant to live is just one unexpected “yes” away? In this episode, Deborah sits down with Emma Tonner to talk about the surprising turns life can take when we open ourselves …
Niche Know-How: Mastering Book Marketing in Specialized Spaces with Susan Friedmann | Ep. 76
In this episode, host Deborah speaks with niche marketing expert Susan Friedmann about what it truly takes to succeed in book marketing. For authors who want to make a lasting impact, mastering marke…
The Power of Polarity: Finding Unity in Duality with Cathy Carroll | Ep. 75
Can embracing a leadership style different from your own lead to success? In this episode, Deborah talks with Cathy Carroll about how the contrast between her style and her father’s became a strength…
Redefining Riches: A Mindful Approach to Measuring Success with Jennifer Manocherian | Ep. 74
Have you ever paused to ask yourself what success really means to you, not what others expect, but what truly feels fulfilling? Join Deborah as she speaks with Jennifer Manocherian, a therapist, writ…
The Inner Compass: Navigating Life's Challenges from Within with Jessica & Jill Emich | Ep. 73
Life is full of challenges, and people often search for external solutions to navigate tough times. But what if the answers we seek are already within us? In this episode, Deborah sits down with Jess…