Smile Diaries

What if the hardest moments of your life were preparing you for your greatest purpose? In this episode of Smile Diaries, I sit down with world-renowned speaker, life coach, and bestselling author Tim Storey to talk about resilience, faith, purpose, and turning life's setbacks into comebacks. Tim shares his powerful journey from growing up in poverty and losing his father at a young age to becoming a mentor to some of the world's most successful people. We discuss the lessons adversity can teach us, how faith can carry us through life's toughest seasons, and why sometimes the detours in life are exactly where the growth happens. This conversation is a reminder that your past does not define your future, and that even the most painful chapters can become part of a beautiful story. We talked about: Turning adversity into strength The mentor who changed Tim's life The power of faith and purpose Overcoming fear and self-doubt Why setbacks can become your greatest comeback If this episode speaks to you, please share it with someone who may need this message today and subscribe for more conversations that inspire growth, healing, and hope. Key moments of this interview: 00:00 Growing Up in Poverty & Loss 04:03 The Tragedy That Changed Everything 08:02 The Pain That Fueled His Purpose 11:18 What Is a Miracle Mentality? 15:37 How Faith Shaped His Future 18:42 What Successful People Get Wrong 24:43 How to Break Free From Fear 27:03 What Prayer Really Looks Like 31:17 The Life Inventory Everyone Should Do 35:16 Sometimes You Have to Go Left First 40:23 The 3 Books That Changed His Life 43:25 His Exact 5AM Success Routine   Connect with Dr. Guitta Harb : IG: @therealocdentist (https://www.instagram.com/therealocdentist/) Connect with Tim Storey : IG: @timstoreyofficial (https://www.instagram.com/timstoreyofficial/)

He’s back! In this follow-up conversation, I reconnect with bestselling author Daniel chidiac, all the way from Australia, for a deeper look into modern love, emotional intelligence, and navigating relationships in today’s world. You may know Daniel from The Modern Breakup—his hit novel that struck a nerve with readers everywhere. In this episode, we go beyond the book and explore: • How to choose the right person • What respect really looks like in a relationship • Why self-worth matters more than “chemistry” • What to do when you’re unsure or being emotionally breadcrumbed This isn’t just another dating episode—it’s a guide for anyone craving clarity, connection, and emotional maturity. Tune in now and join us for a conversation that’s honest, insightful, and real.

In this episode of Smile Diaries, I sit down with my girlfriend Kayla Cardona, reality star of Netflix’s Selling The OC. We dive into her inspiring journey, from living in a shelter to rising to success in the real estate world. Kayla shares how her faith in Jesus helped guide her through tough times and shaped her incredible story of resilience and transformation. Tune in for an uplifting conversation on overcoming adversity and the power of faith.

I had the privilege of sitting down with Ben Reinberg, a visionary entrepreneur, commercial real estate mogul, investor, and philanthropist. Known for his innovative approach, Ben has acquired and managed billions of dollars in commercial real estate and developed millions of square feet of office and industrial properties. In this episode, we delve into his journey in real estate, exploring leverage, investment strategies, and insights that have shaped his successful career. Tune in to gain valuable knowledge from a true leader in the industry!

Join me as I chat with Emily Ford: entrepreneur, speaker, and founder of FORTITUDE. With a visionary spirit, she's turned aspirations into reality since 2011, trailblazing in entrepreneurship, wellness, and lifestyle. Through her mentorship program and agency, Emily empowers others to remain unshaken in the face of challenges. Renowned for captivating keynotes worldwide, she guides thousands toward prosperity and achievement. Get ready for insights spanning business strategies to personal resilience.

Join me as I chat with Lizzie Rovsek most of you know her as one the Reality stars on the Bravo TV hit show, The Real Housewives of Orange County . Lizzie is also a talk show host, successful fashion designer, entrepreneur and a busy mom. Lizzie made her first televised TV appearances on the internationally televised Miss USA and Miss Teen USA competitions. Now a single mom, she’s raising the loves of her life, eight-year-old Preston, seven-year-old Kingston. Tune in as we talk about her healing journey, her faith and her biggest role as mother.

At only 16 years old Naila left her family to travel across the globe in pursuit of her passion in entrepreneurship. Creating her own business at 19 years old while also becoming a professional athlete, she combines her love for creating content, travel and adventure. A professional sky diver, an entrepreneur, and a mom, she had to learn on her own to overcome so many obstacles that lead to her success. Join me on a journey of resilience and perseverance.Prompts for chat

In this compelling episode, i welcome a remarkable guest Lyndi Kennedy as we delve into the challenges she faced, from the initial impact of trauma to being with narcissistic partners, to the ongoing struggles of managing autoimmune conditions. we discuss the pivotal moments of her recovery journey, offering invaluable lessons on self-care, perseverance, and finding strength in vulnerability. Join us as we explore the transformative power of healing, resilience, and the human spirit in the face of adversity.

Brooke is a powerhouse entrepreneur who’s built an 8-figure empire empowering faith-driven businesswomen to write their own rules for success. Tune in as I have an intimate conversation with Brooke about her cancer journey that awakened her to start "live out loud", and her faith that has led her to overcome so many obstacles in her work and personal life, and how she rose to the top. Brooke has not only risen to the top 1% in two network marketing companies, but has also built multiple 7-figure companies outside of the Network Marketing world. She advises some of today’s business thought leaders, running companies as large as 9-figures in annual revenue with global reach. And she’s done all of this while being fully present as a wife, mother, and member of her local church community.

It’s one crazy story that led me to meet my husband and so many of you ask how we met, how we work together, how we parent our kids and how do we balance our busy work life with travel, kids and social activities. Tune in to this episode as I dive into all the details of my marriage with my hubby Dr. Marc Pana.