In this heartfelt and deeply reflective episode of the Sincerely Self Podcast, Lexi sits down with Sue Willoughby, Certified Equus coach, truth teller and boundary breaker for an honest conversation about reinvention, self-trust, and healing later in life.

Sue shares her personal journey into coaching and the pivotal moments that led her to this work; from real estate investor, pilot, former DJ and roller Derby Referee, Sue knows what it truly means to make the jump and begin again. We also discuss why so many women over 50 feel called to rediscover who they truly are beneath years of roles, expectations, and survival mode. Together, Lexi and Sue explore what it means to slow down, listen to your inner wisdom, and create a life that actually feels aligned.

A powerful portion of the conversation centers on equine-assisted coaching, where Sue explains how working with horses helps people access emotional truth, build self-awareness, and experience profound breakthroughs without needing to “force” healing.

This episode is an invitation to anyone who feels stuck, disconnected, or quietly craving more—especially those navigating midlife transitions—to remember that it is never too late to begin again.

✨ If you’ve ever wondered “Is this really it?”—this conversation is for you.

• Sue’s path to becoming a Transformational Life Coach for Women Over 50
  
  

• Why reinvention often becomes more possible later in life
  
  

• The emotional patterns many women carry for decades without realizing it
  
  

• How equine-assisted coaching creates deep, non-verbal healing
  
  

• Learning to trust yourself again after years of people-pleasing
  
  

• The role of boundaries, presence, and self-honesty in personal growth

Learn more on Sue:

• http://www.willoughbycoaching.com/

• Sue's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/midlife-strategies-for-badass-women/id1753943662

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In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Sincerely, Self, Lexi sits down with Dr. Diane Mueller — board-certified sexologist, double doctorate holder, national speaker, and best-selling author — to break the silence around female pleasure, libido, and sexual wellness.

Dr. Diane shares her deeply personal journey into sexology, which began with chronic vulvar pain that conventional medicine couldn’t explain or heal. What ultimately changed everything? Pleasure — a concept many women are taught to suppress or feel shame around.

Together, Lexi and Dr. Diane dive into:

• What libido actually is — and how to know when it’s truly “low”

• The critical difference between desire and arousal (and why this matters so much for women)

• Why women’s sexuality works differently than men’s — especially in long-term relationships

• How stress, hormones, cycles, and mental load impact women’s sex drive

• The myth that passion must fade over time

• Why pleasure isn’t indulgent — it’s essential for health, resilience, and connection

• The importance of women learning their own bodies and communicating their needs

• How self-pleasure and partner exploration can heal, empower, and reconnect

• How to talk about sex without shame, blame, or hurt feelings

Dr. Diane also introduces her newly released book Want to Want It, a guide designed to help long-term couples rebuild intimacy, reignite passion, and strengthen communication — without shame, porn, or pressure.

This episode is honest, educational, and deeply validating for anyone who’s ever wondered:
“Is something wrong with me… or have I just never been taught the truth?”

Whether you’re single, partnered, curious, overwhelmed, or craving deeper connection — this conversation will shift how you think about pleasure forever.

Learn more on Dr. Diane:

• want to want it: wanttowantit.com
• labido quiz: labidoquiz.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mylibidodoc?igsh=MXFqOXBhM2czdzdndQ==

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In this raw solo episode, Lexi opens up about losing momentum in her faith, slipping back into an old habit, and the moment God made it clear it was time to let it go. She shares the unbelievable car story that strengthened her trust and the lessons she’s learning about obedience, deliverance, and showing up as the woman God is calling her to be. This one hits deep.

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In this episode of Sincerely Self, Lexi sits down with Camilla Rantson — writer, designer, and storyteller — for a deeply personal and wildly captivating conversation about identity, creativity, and becoming who you were always meant to be.

Camilla shares her journey growing up between Denmark and England, discovering her “superpower” for language at a young age, and navigating what it felt like to be labeled “too much” in a culture that valued sameness. From finding solace in writing to carving out a life that honors her expressive nature, Camilla takes us through the transformative moments that shaped her voice, her confidence, and her calling.

Together, Lexi and Camilla explore themes of:

• Owning your uniqueness even when it feels misunderstood

• Reconnecting with your innate creative gifts

• The power of storytelling in healing and identity

• Growing up between cultures and learning to self-define

• Letting go of roles and expectations that dim your expression

This episode is honest, inspiring, and full of the kind of self-discovery reflections that remind us we’re not meant to fit a mold — we’re meant to break it.

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In this heartfelt and power-packed episode of Sincerely Self, Lexi sits down with Drew Norton — dynamic self-development coach, sales consultant, and co-host of the Everyday Leader Podcast. Drew opens up about his decade-long journey in sales leadership, the powerful mindset shifts that helped him build successful sales teams, and the deeper life lessons that shaped his philosophy that “sales is life.”

But this conversation goes far beyond business strategy. Drew shares the deeply personal story of his infant son’s near-death experience and how that crisis reshaped his understanding of communication, leadership, faith, and purpose. He speaks on trauma, marriage, healing, and how the skills he learned in sales unexpectedly equipped him to support his wife through anxiety and recovery.

For entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone navigating growth, this episode blends tactical insight with emotional depth — reminding us that every skill we build in business truly follows us into every other area of our lives.

What We Cover in This Episode:

• Drew’s transition from sales leader to coach and consultant
• What most entrepreneurs misunderstand about sales
• Why “sales is leadership” and why both matter in business growth
• The life-altering experience with Drew’s wife and six-month-old son
• How communication skills became the foundation for healing
• How faith and perspective shaped Drew’s journey
• Practical mindset shifts for women building businesses
• A free sales assessment and resource Drew offers to listeners

Guest:

Drew Norton — Self-Development Coach, Sales Consultant, & Co-Host of the Everyday Leader Podcast

https://www.instagram.com/the.everyday.leader?igsh=MXZ4MzV1NGZjeGprMg==

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-everyday-leader-authentic-leadership/id1775251882

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In this week’s episode of Sincerely Self, Lexi dives deep into a topic she has never dedicated a full episode to… but has been talking about for years: confidence—the real kind, not the ego-built kind.

Fresh off a trip to Mexico (and an unexpectedly inspiring mindset conference), Lexi opens up about creative ruts, rebuilding self-trust, and why so many of us mistake confidence for arrogance. She breaks down the difference between ego-based confidence—the kind built on likes, filters, and external validation—and self-rooted confidence, which is grounded in self-awareness, accountability, and inner safety.

You’ll learn:

• Why confidence is more than liking your looks—it’s about trusting yourself
• How ego-based confidence forms in the social media era
• How comparison, scarcity mindset, and self-criticism erode self-worth
• Why your only true competition is your past self
• How to set short, medium, and long-term goals that actually stick
• Journaling prompts to help you uncover the REAL you
• How to begin showing up today as the version of you you’re becoming

Lexi also shares her personal systems—visual monthly boards, planners, and growth trackers—that helped her stop breaking promises to herself and finally hit her podcast monetization goal.

If you’ve been in a rut, stuck in comparison mode, or struggling to build confidence that lasts, this episode will feel like a deep breath and a reset.

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Episodes Mentioned:

• Dr. Hector – Founder of The Butterfly Clinic

• John Kippen – Magician & author (with a free book download!)

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In this heart-opening episode, Lexi Benitez sits down with Dr. Hector, a psychiatrist and founder of The White Butterfly, to talk about the art of healing through curiosity and compassion.

Dr. Hector shares his journey from photography to psychiatry, and how his creative background influences the way he helps people process trauma. Together, they explore the difference between “big T” and “little t” traumas — and how small, everyday wounds can shape our emotional world just as deeply as major life events.

Listeners will learn how to recognize hidden patterns of self-criticism, open their hearts to curiosity instead of judgment, and begin seeing healing as a gentle, creative process.

If you’ve ever wondered how to reconnect with yourself after pain or how to turn your story into strength, this episode will speak straight to your soul.

Key Themes

• The healing power of curiosity
• Big “T” vs. little “t” trauma and how they affect us
• Shifting from self-judgment to self-compassion
• Integrating creativity into mental health and healing
• The inspiration behind The White Butterfly and its message

LEARN MORE ON DR. HECTOR:

• http://doctorhector.com/

• https://www.instagram.com/doctor_hector?igsh=NnYyczdiMXFibDVo

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