Worthy & Rewritten

DeAnna Crawford
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  • Entrepreneurship

Reinvention, Entrepreneurship, and What Happens When You Wake Up Your Worth Welcome to Worthy & Rewritten, the podcast where we dive into the messy middle of transformation and what it really takes to reclaim your life. Hosted by DeAnna Crawford therapist, keynote speaker, and serial entrepreneur. This show is for the person who's done playing small, done waiting for permission, and ready to trust the gut instinct that brought them here. What we talk about: Reinvention at any age (because you're never too late)Building businesses rooted in worth, not hustleTrusting your gut when your mind is afraid to admit the truthLeaving jobs, relationships, and identities that no longer fitThe frameworks that turn clarity into actionReal stories of people who've gone from stuck to unstoppable This podcast is for you if: You're stuck in work that drains youYou're building something but playing too smallYou've been ignoring your gut and you're ready to trust itYou know there's more for you but don't know how to get thereYou're done waiting for the "right time" and ready to act now DeAnna's story? She went from bankruptcy, 114 pounds, and being told she'd never make it to building two successful companies and helping hundreds of clients do the same. Her mission is simple: help people wake their worth and build careers that fuel their souls and their bank accounts. This is where we stop shrinking and start building. If your gut has been whispering that there's more for you, you're in the right place. Welcome to Worthy & Rewritten. New episodes drop every week. Subscribe now and let's rise together.

  1. 2d ago

    The Worthiness Wound: Kitsy Higgins on Self-Worth, Boundaries & Manifesting

    What if your self-worth is the foundation that determines absolutely everything? In this transformative episode, Kitsy Higgins shares her journey of discovering and healing the worthiness wound — that deep, often unconscious belief that you're not good enough. Kitsy doesn't sugarcoat the journey. She talks about the childhood influences that created the wound, the core memories that taught her she wasn't valuable, and how that wound showed up in every area of her life: toxic relationships, unfulfilling careers, settling for less. Kitsy breaks down the concept of embodying worthiness — not just thinking about it or affirming it, but actually living as though you're worthy. She talks about the critical role of standards and boundaries, why saying no to what doesn't serve you is actually saying yes to yourself, and how your feminine energy and sensuality are directly connected to your self-worth. But this episode goes deeper into manifestation. Kitsy shares that manifesting isn't about vision boards and wishful thinking — it's about feeling the emotions of your desires before they arrive, about visualizing yourself as the Queen on Your Throne, and about raising your vibration so consistently that abundance has no choice but to find you. Kitsy also talks about the signs your self-worth needs more love, how to validate your own feelings, and why building a supportive environment (and outgrowing toxic influences) is essential to maintaining your worthiness once you've reclaimed it. This episode is packed with healing wisdom and practical tools you can use today to start rewriting your inner narrative. CONNECT WITH KITSY HIGGINS:Instagram: @kitsy_higgins Facebook: facebook.com/kitsy.higgins YouTube: youtube.com/kitsyhiggins Website: https://beginmydreamlife.com/ CONNECT WITH DEANNA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedeannacrawford Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deanna.zein Renew Counselling & Health Coaching: https://renewcoach.ca

  2. Jul 8

    Recognizing Red Flags: Carla on Toxic Love, Abandonment & Finding Your Worth

    What if the love you're chasing is actually the same wound you've been running from? In this deeply honest and transformative episode, Carla shares her journey from childhood abandonment to reclaiming her self-worth and embracing her authentic self. Carla doesn't hide from the messy middle of her story, she walks straight into it. She talks about her father's abandonment and the emotional wound it left, how childhood neglect shaped her relationship patterns, and the red flags she missed (or ignored) when an older man romanticized her pain at 14. She shares the reality of that abusive relationship, the shame and hurt that followed, and the moment she realized she was choosing partners based on her abandonment wound, not her worth. But Carla goes deeper. She talks about the role of religion and societal expectations in suffocating her authentic self, the years she spent mimicking others before finding her own voice, and the profound impact of finding supportive people and positive environments. She shares a pivotal moment in Mexico, a simple comment that shifted her entire mindset about happiness and self-acceptance. This episode is packed with raw honesty, practical wisdom, and a message that will resonate with anyone who's ever felt abandoned, unworthy, or trapped by other people's expectations. CONNECT WITH CARLA:Instagram: @carlamathes Twitter: @carlamathes CONNECT WITH DEANNA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedeannacrawford Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deanna.zein Renew Counselling & Health Coaching: https://renewcoach.ca

  3. Jul 7

    The Five Elements of Transformation: Katherine Flynn on Elemental Wisdom & Alignment

    What if that inner knowing you've been ignoring is actually your soul trying to save you? In this transformative episode, Katherine Flynn shares her journey from a high-stress corporate career to a purpose-driven entrepreneurial path guided by intuition and elemental wisdom. Katherine talks about the moment she realized that external success — the title, the paycheck, the status wasn't filling the emptiness inside. And then came the wake-up calls: a car accident, burnout, a body screaming for attention. Katherine breaks down the concept of "inner knowing" — that whisper inside that signals misalignment. She talks about the importance of listening to your intuition and your body's signals for mental and physical health, and how ignoring these messages only amplifies the crisis until you can't ignore it anymore. But this episode isn't just about recognizing misalignment. Katherine introduces the five elements — Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Ether — as practical tools for restoring balance and finding your way back to alignment. She explains how each element serves a different purpose: fire for transformation and motivation, water for cleansing and flow, air for balance and spreading energy, ether for spiritual guidance. Katherine also talks about inner pillars — the foundational beliefs that shape your identity — and how self-awareness and continuous evolution at any age can guide you toward your true purpose. This episode is packed with practical reflection tools, deep spiritual wisdom, and a reminder that your body, your intuition, and nature itself are always guiding you toward alignment. CONNECT WITH KATHERINE FLYNN:Website: https://thechanneldorse.com/ Instagram: @thechanneldorse CONNECT WITH DEANNA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedeannacrawford Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deanna.zein Renew Counselling & Health Coaching: https://renewcoach.ca

  4. Jun 30

    Rewriting Your Story: Mindy Alexander on Healing from Trauma, Breaking Cycles & Resilience

    In this powerful and deeply vulnerable episode, Mindy Alexander shares her journey from childhood instability and domestic violence to becoming a voice for breaking generational cycles. Mindy doesn't sugarcoat her past. She talks about how childhood wounds shaped her belief systems, how those beliefs attracted unhealthy relationships, and how she finally recognized the pattern that was stealing her life. Mindy shares the raw details of her experience with domestic violence, the legal and emotional toll it took, and the moment she realized she had to break the cycle, not just for herself, but for her children. She talks about the critical role of self-worth in relationship choices, how recognizing predatory behavior saved her, and why moving from victim mentality to empowerment was the most important work she ever did. But this episode goes beyond survival. Mindy breaks down the practical steps of deep emotional work: recognizing your internal dialogue, understanding how mindset influences outcomes, and consciously rewriting the story you've been telling yourself. She talks about the importance of therapy, finding the right counselor who will be blunt and supportive, and why the work you do internally determines the life you attract externally. Mindy also shares how healing from her own trauma allows her to break generational patterns and empower her children to believe they deserve better, before they spend years in dysfunction like she did. CONNECT WITH DEANNA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedeannacrawford Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deanna.zein Website: https://deannacrawford.com Renew Counselling & Health Coaching: https://renewcoach.ca

  5. Jun 16

    Unlocking the Power of Manifestation: Jen Schultz on Creating Your Reality

    What if everything you want is already available to you, you just have to learn how to ask for it? Jen Schultz spent years on the conventional path. Stable job. Pension. Security. But deep down, she knew there was more. Then she discovered manifestation, and everything changed. In this episode, Jen shares her journey from a corporate pension job to becoming a manifestation mentor and the real-world proof that manifestation actually works. She talks about manifesting a lake property, vision boards that brought multiple dreams to life, and the universe's impeccable timing when you're clear on what you want. But Jen doesn't just talk about wishing and hoping. She breaks down the practical tools that work: clear intention, visualization, journaling, and what she calls "spirit vitamins" daily rituals that keep your manifestation energy high. She shares how to recognize signs from the universe, overcome doubt when it creeps in, and why intuition is your greatest guide. Jen also teaches something powerful: how to teach your kids manifestation from an early age, creating a generation that knows they can create their reality instead of just accepting what comes. This is for anyone ready to stop playing small, get crystal clear on what they want, and learn how to ask the universe for it. RESOURCES & LINKS:Manifestation and Money Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manifestation-and-money/id1524603514The Manifestation Playground: https://manifestationplayground.ca/Success Principles by Jack Canfield: https://www.amazon.com/Success-Principles-Jack-Canfield/dp/0060084598Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki: https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Dad-Poor-Teach-Your-ebook/dp/B007I5X4Z6 CONNECT WITH JEN SCHULTZ:Instagram: @manifestation.mom (https://www.instagram.com/manifestation.mom/) Facebook: facebook.com/manifestation.mom/ Website: https://manifestationplayground.ca/ CONNECT WITH DEANNA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedeannacrawford Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deanna.zein Website: https://deannacrawford.com Renew Counselling & Health Coaching: https://renewcoach.ca

  6. Jun 9

    Resilience Isn't Pretty: Krystina Rossworm on Abuse, Dark Days & Gratitude

    What if your resilience wasn't born from having it all together, but from falling apart and choosing to rebuild? In this powerful and deeply vulnerable episode, Krystina Rossworm shares her lifelong journey of resilience through unimaginable challenges. From navigating ADHD in a strict catholic school to surviving sexual assault at 20, watching her first husband fall into a coma, escaping an abusive marriage, and co-parenting with a severely alcoholic ex. Krystina has walked through fire multiple times. But this isn't a story of surviving. It's a story of transformation. Krystina talks about how early family dynamics shaped her ability to bounce back, why she fell into the wrong crowd as a teenager, and the moment everything changed with a life-threatening accident. She shares how she found control through a commission sales career, escaped her abusive marriage with courage she didn't know she had, and rebuilt her independence brick by brick. Krystina also shares something unexpected: she manifested her current loving marriage through a detailed vision list and gratitude practices. She talks about how vulnerability became her greatest strength, why therapy wasn't weakness but wisdom, and how grieving openly is what actually heals you. This episode is packed with strategies for handling dark moments, the power of small wins and daily gratitude, and a reminder that resilience isn't about never falling, it's about always getting back up. CONNECT WITH KRYSTINA ROSSWORM: Instagram: @truthandvinounfiltered CONNECT WITH DEANNA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedeannacrawford Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deanna.zein Website: https://deannacrawford.com Renew Counselling & Health Coaching: https://renewcoach.ca

  7. Jun 3

    Cutting Cords with Narcissists: Chris Wasko on Energy Healing & Reclaiming Peace

    In this profound and healing episode, Chris Wasko shares her journey of discovering that trauma doesn't just live in the mind, it's encoded in the body's energy system. After surviving narcissistic abuse and childhood trauma, Chris awakened her psychic abilities and learned to read chakras, recognizing patterns of abuse written in blocked energy centers. Chris breaks down the chakra system from root to crown, explaining how specific traumas manifest as blocked energy and physical symptoms. She shares how the solar plexus chakra holds personal power (and how narcissists systematically drain it), how the heart chakra carries inner child wounds, and why understanding these connections is critical to healing. She talks about her work reading energy remotely, helping clients see the blocks they couldn't see on their own, and guiding them toward energetic freedom. But this episode goes deeper than theory. Chris shares her personal journey, the estrangement from toxic family members, the layered grief of that decision, and the peace that came with detachment and boundaries. She reframes triggers as activations and opportunities for growth, explaining why those who've survived narcissistic abuse experience them so intensely and why learning to bless your nervous system is revolutionary. CONNECT WITH CHRIS WASKO: Website: https://chriswasco.com/ Facebook: facebook.com/chriswasco CONNECT WITH DEANNA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedeannacrawford Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deanna.zein Website: https://deannacrawford.com Renew Counselling & Health Coaching: https://renewcoach.ca

  8. May 26

    Narcissistic Abuse: The Signs You're Missing: Mia Hanks on Gaslighting, Silent Treatment & Escape

    What if the abuse you're experiencing doesn't look like what you thought abuse looked like? In this deeply honest episode, Mia Hanks shares her story of surviving a narcissistic marriage and the years it took to realize what was happening to her. Mia talks about the early red flags she overlooked (lack of empathy, constant comparison, moving goalposts), how emotional abuse subtly eroded her self-worth over years, and the devastating impact of the silent treatment as a weapon of control. Mia doesn't sugarcoat the reality of narcissistic abuse. She talks about gaslighting and how it made her question her own reality, the moment she realized her husband's indifference during her illness wasn't normal, and the facade of empathy that protected his image while destroying hers. She shares how therapy and external support helped her recognize what she couldn't see on her own, and the practical steps she took to safely exit the marriage. But this isn't just a story of survival, it's a story of reclamation. Mia talks about the healing journey of rediscovering self-love, rebuilding her identity after years of being told she wasn't enough, and why she wrote her memoir to help others recognize the signs earlier than she did. This episode is packed with education, validation, and hope for anyone currently navigating or recovering from narcissistic abuse. Sound Bites:"I was never enough — no matter what I did, the goalposts moved.""The silent treatment wasn't just cold — it was control.""You're not crazy. You're being gaslit." CONNECT WITH MIA HANKS:Instagram: @miashanks Website: www.miahanks.com Bride Maid by Mia Hanks (Book - available on Amazon) CONNECT WITH DEANNA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedeannacrawford Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deanna.zein Website: https://deannacrawford.com Renew Counselling & Health Coaching: https://renewcoach.ca

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Reinvention, Entrepreneurship, and What Happens When You Wake Up Your Worth Welcome to Worthy & Rewritten, the podcast where we dive into the messy middle of transformation and what it really takes to reclaim your life. Hosted by DeAnna Crawford therapist, keynote speaker, and serial entrepreneur. This show is for the person who's done playing small, done waiting for permission, and ready to trust the gut instinct that brought them here. What we talk about: Reinvention at any age (because you're never too late)Building businesses rooted in worth, not hustleTrusting your gut when your mind is afraid to admit the truthLeaving jobs, relationships, and identities that no longer fitThe frameworks that turn clarity into actionReal stories of people who've gone from stuck to unstoppable This podcast is for you if: You're stuck in work that drains youYou're building something but playing too smallYou've been ignoring your gut and you're ready to trust itYou know there's more for you but don't know how to get thereYou're done waiting for the "right time" and ready to act now DeAnna's story? She went from bankruptcy, 114 pounds, and being told she'd never make it to building two successful companies and helping hundreds of clients do the same. Her mission is simple: help people wake their worth and build careers that fuel their souls and their bank accounts. This is where we stop shrinking and start building. If your gut has been whispering that there's more for you, you're in the right place. Welcome to Worthy & Rewritten. New episodes drop every week. Subscribe now and let's rise together.

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  • Creator
    DeAnna Crawford
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 DeAnna Crawford