424. From Cult Survivor to Empowerment Coach

Happiness Solved

Sandee Sgarlata

Self-improvement, Business, Love, Education, Inspirational, Happiness, Joy, Depression, Selflove, Motivational, Mental Health, Health & Fitness, Peace

5 • 1.9K Ratings

🗓️ 18 June 2025

⏱️ 34 minutes

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Happiness Solved with Sandee Sgarlata. In this episode, Sandee interviews Lydia Knight. In this conversation, Lydia Knight shares her profound journey from growing up in a cult led by her grandmother to becoming a successful author and executive coach. She discusses the impact of her upbringing on her perception of reality, the process of breaking free from fear-based narratives, and the importance of rewriting personal stories. Lydia emphasizes the significance of thought patterns in shaping actions and outcomes, and how celebrating small victories can lead to personal growth. The discussion also touches on family dynamics, healing relationships, and the power of perception in navigating life's challenges. Guest Bio: Lydia Knight is a paradigm-shifting author, speaker, and executive coach. Her memoir Split chronicles her deprogramming from indoctrination, while her upcoming book Thought Leader explores the personal and social impact of our thought patterns. As founder and CEO of The She Center, a top 2% woman-owned businesses globally, Lydia’s innovative work has been featured on CBS, NBC, and Fox News among others. She has conducted leadership and communication trainings for the U.S. Army, Forbes 50 Over 50, Emmy Award Winners and and for leaders at Disney, Adobe, and National Geographic. A cult survivor doing exceptionally well, Knight's work empowers women to create their own path to freedom. Takeaways: Lydia Knight grew up in a cult led by her grandmother. Fear was ingrained in her from a young age. We all have stories that shape our identity, many of which are not true. Breaking free from fear is a journey that takes time. Family relationships can be complex and healing is possible. Mothers may not always act in the best interest of their children. We teach others how to treat us through our standards. Celebrating small actions reinforces positive behavior. Thought patterns drive our actions and outcomes in life. Personal growth often involves letting go of old relationships. Connect with Lydia: Special page for listeners: https://theshecenter.org/podcast/ Website: https://theshecenter.org/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theshecenter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lydia-knight-tsc/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshecenter TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@theshecenter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@honeststorytime Facebook Fan Page: https://www.facebook.com/CenterOfShe Connect with Sandee: Website: www.sandeesgarlata.com Podcast: www.happinesssolved.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/coachsandeesgarlata Twitter: www.twitter.com/sandeesgarlata Instagram: www.instagram.com/coachsandeesgarlata Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/theshecenter.bsky.social

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0:00.0	Hey there, I'm Sandy Scarlotta and welcome to the Happiness Solved podcast. Twice a week,
0:12.0	we explore the journey to finding true happiness by sharing inspiring stories, practical tips,
0:18.0	and insightful conversations with some of today's leading experts.
0:22.5	But we don't just scratch the surface.
0:24.6	We dive deep into the real grit of what it takes to live a genuinely happy life.
0:30.1	Whether you're looking to improve your well-being, enhance your relationships,
0:33.7	or simply add more joy to your life, you're in the right place.
0:36.9	So grab your favorite beverage, get comfortable, and let's dive into today's episode
0:41.6	because happiness is a choice and the choice is yours.
0:47.7	Lydia Knight, such a pleasure to have you on today.
0:50.6	How's it going?
0:51.9	Oh, so good.
0:53.3	I love the magic of going into a conversation,
0:56.6	knowing we're going to create something incredible and not knowing what it is yet. Like, it's such a
1:01.3	fun adventure. Thanks for having me on. I know. I love it. I love it. Because I just literally,
1:06.4	I don't do a lot of, I do most of my research when I get the pitch for a guest to be on.
1:12.2	And that's when I do my research.
1:14.4	And then I totally forget about the person until it's time to show up.
1:17.9	And then I just put, because I like to have that, you know, just the organic conversation and the, oh my gosh, really?
1:26.1	You do, you know, it's just kind of like, I like to be surprised and, you know, have a chance to be really curious and ask questions.
1:34.3	So for the audience, Lydia Knight is a paradigm shifting author, speaker and executive coach.
1:40.6	Her memoir split chronicles her deprogramming for indoctrination. And you're talking about
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