In this episode of The Bright Side, Simone and actor-creator Yasmine Sahid vision board while unpacking what it means to build a creative life on your own terms. Yasmine shares how she went from struggling to find acting work in LA to creating her own opportunities online, leading to red carpet moments and TV debuts. She opens up about the realities of the creator economy, the pressure of “making it,” and why starting is always the hardest (and most important) step. And yes, there’s also a Love Island rant you won’t want to miss.

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Keira D’Amato didn’t go pro in her twenties—she did it at 36. After nearly a decade away from competitive running, this mom of two and full-time realtor returned to the sport not for medals, but for joy. And joy led to national titles and shattered American records. In this conversation, Keira teaches us about quitting, restarting, and what happens when you stop chasing accolades and start chasing happiness instead.

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Power suits, parenting, and the pursuit of peace! Ashlyn Harris joins Simone to talk life after soccer—from growing up with hand-me-downs to redefining what greatness means beyond the game. She shares why winning isn't everything, how parenting has become a space for healing, and why she’s embracing her soft life era.

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