Emergence. Leading from the Field — Episode 7: "Leading with Sensitivity and Strength"

In this episode, Steph Ellen shares her transformative journey from a high-achieving, single-focused veterinary career to becoming a multidimensional coach blending science, spirituality, and somatic practices. She discusses how a literal “wake-up call”—being kicked in the face by a horse—led her to question her identity, goals, and fulfillment. This moment sparked her exploration into mindfulness, nervous system regulation, and subconscious reprogramming.

Steph describes her coaching approach as intuitive and evidence-based, supporting highly sensitive, high-achieving individuals to lead with resilience and authenticity. She emphasizes the importance of de-shaming sensitivity, recognizing and dismantling protective patterns like perfectionism and people-pleasing, and reframing sensitivity as a superpower.

A key part of her work involves helping clients slow down, cultivate inner safety, and expand their capacity for presence and impact—without burnout. She also highlights the challenge many face in embodying nervous system work, especially in high-pressure industries like law and veterinary medicine, where operating in constant stress often goes unrecognized.

Ultimately, this episode is a compassionate and empowering look at what it means to lead from a place of alignment, regulation, and self-awareness.

🎙️ Tune in, be inspired, and begin your own emergence. See you in the field.

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Steph is a trauma-informed performance coach, equine veterinarian, and yoga teacher who blends science and spirituality to help highly sensitive high achievers lead with clarity, resilience, and authenticity. With a diverse background that spans from the surgical suite to the yoga mat to transformational coaching spaces, Steph brings a uniquely grounded perspective to conscious leadership.

Rooted in nervous system regulation, subconscious reprogramming, and mindful productivity, her work supports visionary leaders in moving from survival mode to sustainable success—without burning out or betraying themselves. Whether she’s guiding a business owner through shadow work or supporting a fellow vet navigating perfectionism and self-doubt, Steph’s approach is deeply intuitive, radically compassionate, and backed by evidence-based tools.

Through her signature blend of neuroscience, holistic psychology, and somatic practices, Steph helps her clients cultivate inner safety so they can create expansive impact in their careers, communities, and lives.

Steph is based in Melbourne Australia, and you can connect with her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/findingflowstate/, through her website at https://www.finding-flowstate.com or in LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniediplock/

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Emergence. Leading from the Field — Episode 6: "The Power of Willing"

In episode 6 of Emergence: Leading from the Field, host Artemis Evangelidi introduces the heart and soul of the podcast — authentic conversations with courageous leaders shaping a more conscious and connected world.

In this inspiring episode, Marie Soprovich reflects on her journey from running a successful renovation company to stepping into a new phase of purpose-driven leadership. She shares the powerful daily question she asks herself: "Who do I need to be today?"—a prompt that guides her in showing up with intention for her clients, her community, and herself.

Marie speaks to the deep value of connection, mentorship, and the legacy of leadership, emphasizing the importance of helping others bridge the gap between their dreams and the steps to get there. She also explores the transformative power of willingness—a central theme in her coaching practice and a concept rooted in her studies of A Course in Miracles.

Through the lens of feminine, holistic leadership, Marie invites us into a gentler but no less powerful way of creating change. Whether it’s being a connector, a supporter, or a mama bear, she shows how strength and softness can coexist to lead with impact and grace.

🎙️ Tune in, be inspired, and begin your own emergence. See you in the field.

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Marie Soprovich is a lifelong educator, entrepreneur, and mentor whose journey has always been guided by curiosity, creativity, and a deep belief in what’s possible. With over 40 years of leadership in both education and business, Marie co-founded Aquarian Networks Corp and led Aquarian Renovations to become one of Edmonton’s most respected home renovation companies — not just through craftsmanship, but by cultivating a culture where people and potential could thrive.

Beyond business, Marie is a passionate advocate for women’s growth and leadership. She’s a founding member of the Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) Edmonton Chapter, a connector in the Synergy Business Network, and serves as Director of Growth with the Global Institute for Evolving Women (GIFEW), an international platform devoted to conscious, heart-centered leadership.

Through her mentoring platform, Willing, Marie holds space for entrepreneurial women navigating life’s pivotal moments — helping them find their voice, reclaim their confidence, and follow the quiet, persistent call that invites them to grow. For Marie, leadership isn’t a title — it’s an unfolding, a conversation between who we are and who we’re becoming.

In every chapter of her work, she weaves together emergence leadership, creativity as a relational and spiritual practice, and the wisdom that what’s calling us forward often begins as a whisper.

Marie is based in Edmonton Alberta Canada, and you can connect with her at www.mariesoprovich.ca and https://www.linkedin.com/in/marie-soprovich-b-ed-m-ed-6ab78051/

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Emergence. Leading from the Field — Episode 5: "No Longer Living a Life on Standby"

In episode 5 of Emergence: Leading from the Field, host Artemis Evangelidi introduces the heart and soul of the podcast — authentic conversations with courageous leaders shaping a more conscious and connected world.

Joining Artemis is Rugare Gomo, a leadership coach, motivational speaker, and international bestselling author, whose journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Arriving alone in Australia at 16 with $300 and a suitcase, Rugare went on to earn law and arts degrees, work as a general counsel in a startup, and ultimately step into his purpose: guiding others to return to their authentic selves.

In this deeply moving and powerful conversation, Rugare speaks about bravery, identity, integrity, and the radical act of living in alignment with one’s truth. He shares how his body became a messenger for authenticity, the importance of being fully self-expressed, and why true leadership begins within.

This episode is a call to come home to yourself — a space to explore what it means to lead with heart, purpose, and unapologetic truth. Let Rugare's story inspire you to embrace your inner light and step boldly onto the field of your own life.

🎙️ Tune in, be inspired, and begin your own emergence. See you in the field.

* Connect with Rugare at www.rugaregomo.com where you can also purchase his book: 'Dreams. Forging My Own Path' Rugare is based in Sydney Australia and works with people worldwide.

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