What happens when you say yes to everything, and then realise the cost was higher than you imagined?

In this reflective episode of Diary of the Search Queen, I look back on the last six months, a season filled with massive wins, sacred lessons, and a pace that nearly swallowed me whole. From launching my book and podcast, to being named a 40 Under 40 award winner, to raising two little girls alongside it all. It looked unstoppable on the outside. But behind the scenes, it told a very different story.

This isn’t an episode about achievement.

It’s an episode about alignment.

Because success doesn’t come from doing it all.

It comes from doing what matters most, in the season you’re in.

In this episode, I share:

• The truth behind the highlight reel of the last six months
• Why chasing every “yes” came at a cost
• The power of asking for, and receiving, help
• What it means to choose the right season for your big goals
• A journal prompt to help you reflect on where you’re saying yes out of habit instead of alignment

This episode is for you if:

• You’ve been carrying the weight of “doing it all” and it’s starting to feel unsustainable
• You find yourself saying yes out of guilt, pressure, or fear of missing out
• You’re craving more spaciousness, grounding, and presence in your life and business
• You’re ready to stop chasing momentum, and start choosing alignment

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What happens when your biggest wounds become your greatest work?

In this powerful episode, I am joined by brand photographer and creative mentor Belle Verdiglione for a soul-stirring conversation about truth, trauma, and building a business that feels like home.

Belle shares her personal story of birth trauma, resilience, navigating fear in foreign lands, and the moment she reclaimed her voice, not just for herself, but for her daughter.

This isn’t about the highlight reel.

It’s about the power of being witnessed in your wholeness.

If you’ve ever felt unseen, unheard, or unsure, let this conversation be your reminder: you are not alone. And your story matters.

In this episode:

• Motherhood, business, and not losing yourself to either
• The truth behind Belle’s creative path and pivots
• How trauma can shape, but not define, our lives
• And the beautiful, brave journey of being seen

Connect with Belle:

• Follow Belle on Instagram
• Belle's website

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There’s a lot of noise out there about SEO being “dead” but that’s not the full story....

In this episode of Diary of the Search Queen, I’m breaking down what’s actually happening inside Google, why your clients are turning to AI for answers, and how to future-proof your brand for this new era of search.

Because here’s the truth:

• Google isn’t going anywhere
• But the way we use it has changed
• And if your business isn’t showing up in AI-generated answers, you’re already invisible to the people searching for what you offer

This episode is for the legacy-led entrepreneurs, marketers, and brands ready to evolve with the platforms not get left behind by them.

In this episode, we cover:

• The difference between SEO and AEO (Answer Engine Optimisation)
• How platforms like ChatGPT and Google’s SGE are changing user behaviour
• What AI needs from your content to rank, recognise, and recommend you
• Why trust signals, clarity, and context matter more than keywords
• And how to build a visibility strategy that works in both the Google and AI-driven search worlds

This episode is for you if:

• You’ve built your business on Google, but feel uncertain about where it’s heading
• You’re tired of chasing short-term trends and want long-term visibility
• You want to be the go-to answer when your dream client searches anywhere

Want more?

• Buy The Search for Resilience: Amazon Link
• Download the free Google Ads & SEO Checklist
• Follow me on Instagram: @sonjathesearchqueen
• Visit: sonjathesearchqueen.com

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