Worthy & Rewritten

DeAnna Crawford

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. 3d ago

    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

    38 min
  2. May 14

    What If Your Chronic Pain Is Actually Your Body Trying to Tell You Something Deeper

    What if your physical illness was actually your bodies messenger that you're storing emotional trauma? In this profound episode, Sarah Dawkins shares her journey from 20+ year registered nurse to holistic healing coach and the internal crisis that led her there. Raised in the medical model, Sarah only knew doctors, pills, and hospitals. But when a colleague challenged her pharmaceutical use, Sarah started researching and discovered the mind-body connection that changed everything. Sarah healed herself of chronic pain, Candida, bulimia, PTSD, underactive thyroid, adrenal burnout, and depression with suicidal thoughts, not through medication, but by addressing the root cause through her four pillars: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. The more she healed, the more she realized she couldn't stay in the hospital. She was learning what patients needed, but wasn't allowed to share it. Sarah talks about the terrifying transition from nurse to entrepreneur (while keeping her license), the two-year journey to surrender her nursing identity, and what freedom felt like when she finally let go. She shares the metaphysical messages behind chronic pain (low back = financial insecurity, shoulders = carrying the world), why healing requires love not hate, and how beliefs guide your healing more than you think. This episode is packed with healing stories (including people who healed ALS and MS), practical guidance on beginning your healing journey, and encouragement for anyone feeling stuck in a career or suffering from chronic symptoms. CONNECT WITH SARAH DAWKINS:Website: www.sarahdawkins.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sarahdawkins Twitter: @saraddawkins 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

    35 min
  3. May 12

    She Survived a School Shooting and Her Brother's Death, Here's How She Healed

    In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Melissa Armstrong shares her journey through unimaginable trauma, childhood abuse, witnessing a school shooting at 15, battling PTSD and suicidal ideations, and losing her brother in a tragic accident she witnessed. Most people would be destroyed by even one of these experiences. Melissa survived all of them, and turned her pain into a mission to help others heal. Melissa doesn't sugarcoat the reality of trauma. She talks about the chaos of the school shooting, the years of self-blame and mental health struggles that followed, the moment she thought she couldn't go on, and the layered healing process that brought her back to life. She shares how therapy, EMDR, somatic work, nervous system regulation, and spiritual growth helped her process what felt unprocessable. But this isn't just a story of survival, it's a story of transformation. Melissa talks about recognizing patterns, allowing yourself to feel emotions instead of suppressing them, and why her nursing background shaped her purpose as a holistic trauma and anxiety coach. CONNECT WITH MELISSA ARMSTRONG:Instagram: @melissaarmstrongheals Facebook: facebook.com/melissaarmstrong LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/melissaarmstrong 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 She offers practical insights on managing PTSD, flashbacks, and nervous system activation, and shares her message: healing is always possible, no matter what you've been through. This episode is for anyone carrying trauma, feeling stuck in survival mode, or wondering if they'll ever feel whole again.

    40 min
  4. May 5

    Unlocking the Power of Root Cause Medicine: A Conversation with Dr. Aaron Chapa

    What if your body's symptoms aren't the problem, they're the messenger? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Aaron Chapa, functional medicine practitioner with over 20 years of experience breaks down why modern medicine misses the mark by treating symptoms instead of root causes. He explains how your body's "check engine lights" are trying to tell you something, and why suppressing symptoms with medication only makes things worse in the long run. Dr. Chapa shares the power of epigenetics (your genes are not your destiny), the Pottinger Cat Studies that prove how quickly health can shift across generations, and why small, consistent lifestyle changes create lasting transformation. He talks about the role of food as medicine, how to retrain your palate and your kids' palates, the critical importance of gut health and detoxification, and why healing doesn't have to be overwhelming, it just has to be consistent. This episode is packed with practical, actionable strategies for anyone tired of pills that don't solve the problem, ready to understand what their body is really saying, and willing to make gradual changes that lead to real, lasting health. CONNECT WITH DR. AARON CHAPA:Website: https:https://drchapawellness.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/drchoppawellness Social Media: @drchappawellness 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

    46 min
  5. Apr 2

    Can You Really Reinvent at 50 (Again)?

    What if your fourth career was the one you were always meant to build? In this inspiring and honest episode, Leesa Beeson shares her story of reinventing herself four times and why she's not done yet. From corporate marketing executive to flight attendant to COVID-era founder of Wanderlust Stuff, Leesa's journey is proof that you don't have to stick to one identity your whole life. Leesa talks about what it was like to lose her job during the pandemic after 13 years as a flight attendant, how she turned her love for travel and marketing experience into an e-commerce business, and the terrifying moment she pitched her idea to get into an entrepreneur acceleration program. She shares the emotional rollercoaster of starting a business, the lows, the highs, and why riding the wave is the only way through. This episode is packed with practical advice: why mentorship is everything, how to build while you learn, and why 97% of e-commerce stores fail (and how to beat those odds). Leesa doesn't sugarcoat entrepreneurship, she talks about the loneliness, the fear, and the moments when she questioned everything. But she also shares why reinventing at 50 was the best decision she ever made. CONNECT WITH LEESA:Website: https://www.wanderluststuff.com/ 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 The Soul-Inspired CEO: https://thesoulinspiredceo.com

    36 min
  6. Mar 31

    What Happens When You Stop Waiting for Permission and Just Go?

    What if quitting your dream job was the best decision you ever made? In this honest and inspiring episode, April Weygand shares her story of walking away from teaching, the career she'd wanted since second grade and into a life of reinvention, resilience, and radical trust. From sitting in her car dreading work to accidentally building a cleaning empire to writing a book called Trail Gimp, April's journey is proof that you don't have to have it all figured out to take the leap. April talks about the five-minute conversation she had with herself in the car that changed everything, how she accidentally started a cleaning business that grew into a 20-year career, and what happened when the pandemic burned her out so badly she knew it was time to sell. She shares how two random friends asking about her writing led to a published book, how listening to the whispers turned into a keynote speaking career, and why it's okay to change your mind — even if it goes against everything you were told you "should" do. This episode is for anyone who's ever felt stuck in a career they worked hard for, dreaded going to work, or wondered if it's too late to start over. April will remind you that your life is yours to create, and you don't need permission to rewrite it. CONNECT WITH APRIL WEYGAND: Http://www.aprilweygand.com Www.linkedin.com/in/aprilweygand Trail Gimp: https://a.co/d/0eLHaJuj 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 The Soul-Inspired CEO: https://thesoulinspiredceo.com

    35 min
  7. Mar 26

    Building Confidence One Uncomfortable Yes at a Time with Pamela Pearson

    What if the thing you're most afraid of is the exact door you need to walk through? In this inspiring and deeply relatable episode, Pamela Pearson shares her journey from shy small-town girl to community leader, fundraiser, and founder of the vibrant Ladies Happy Hour community. Pamela didn't wait to feel confident — she said yes to opportunities that terrified her and built confidence along the way. Pamela talks about moving from a tiny Kootenays town to navigating a new city, leading a multimillion-dollar fundraising campaign for a life-saving PET scanner, and creating a space where women can connect authentically without the pressure of transactional networking. She shares how rejection became her teacher, how discomfort became her growth edge, and how community became her anchor. This episode is packed with practical strategies like role assignment for networking events, building confidence from the inside out, and why self-advocacy is a non-negotiable in your health and life journey. If you've ever felt too shy, too stuck, or too scared to take the leap — Pamela will show you how saying yes before you're ready is the secret to everything. CONNECT WITH PAMELA PEARSON: Pams Ladies Happy Hour: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19baWCymwe/ 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 The Soul-Inspired CEO: https://thesoulinspiredceo.com

    40 min

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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.