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Episode Summary

In this inspiring episode of The Right Room, Hilary Phelps sits down with Lauren Picasso, CEO & Founder of CURE Hydration, Harvard MBA, and triathlete, to talk about her journey from burnout to breakthrough. While training for a triathlon, Lauren struggled with dizziness, nausea, and post-workout crashes—despite staying hydrated. Frustrated by the lack of clean, effective electrolyte options, she started mixing her own formulas at home. That DIY solution turned into Cure, launched in 2019—and today, the brand has grown 100x.

Lauren was recently named to Inc. 5000’s 2024 Female Founders 250 List, and Cure earned a coveted spot on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies, ranking 568th overall and 23rd in Food & Beverage.

In this conversation, Lauren shares what it takes to build a mission-driven wellness brand, navigate early business hurdles, and stay grounded through it all. She also opens up about how mindfulness and patience have shaped her leadership—and why just doing it isn’t always enough without the mindset to sustain it.

Whether you’re a founder, wellness enthusiast, or woman navigating a big life transition, this episode is filled with wisdom, inspiration, and practical takeaways.

What You’ll Learn:

• The power of starting small and building consistently

• How a personal health challenge sparked a wellness movement

• Why mindfulness and patience are Lauren’s go-to mindset tools

• What goes into scaling a company 100x in five years

• Why authenticity matters when bringing a product to market

• And what’s ahead for the wellness space in 2025

Connect with Lauren Picasso

🌐 Website: www.curehydration.com

📱 Instagram: @cure | @laurenpicasso

📍LinkedIn: Lauren Picasso

Connect with Hilary Phelps & The Right Room

🌐 Website: www.hilaryphelps.com

📱 Instagram: @hilaryphelps_ | @therightroomofficial

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In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Hilary Phelps sits down with Amanda Marino—CEO, healer, and mental health advocate—for a heart-opening exploration of what it means to reclaim your identity after trauma.

Amanda shares the harrowing truths of her early life, from surviving childhood abuse and witnessing her sister’s kidnapping, to navigating toxic relationships and finding her way back to herself. Through it all, she’s become a voice for resilience, self-love, and the kind of inner strength that doesn’t just survive—but rises.

Together, Hilary and Amanda discuss the lasting impact of trauma, the complicated beauty of co-parenting after divorce, and how recovery—especially as a woman and mother—is both sacred and messy. This episode is a reminder that healing is not linear, that your story can become your strength, and that you are never as alone as you think.

Whether you’re walking your own path of healing, supporting someone else, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of resilience, this conversation offers both comfort and courage.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why childhood trauma can shape—but not define—your identity
• How Amanda healed from toxic relationships and learned to trust herself again
• What co-parenting with grace really looks like (even after heartbreak)
• The emotional complexity of recovery and why grit matters
• How community, especially among women, can be a lifeline
• Why self-worth must be reclaimed from the stories we’ve been told
• How rejection can sometimes be protection
• The power of not quitting before the miracle happens

Key Quote:

“Don’t quit before the miracle. Even when it hurts. Even when it’s messy. You’re not broken—you’re becoming.”

Resources & Links:

Learn more about Amanda Marino: @nextlevelrecoveryassociates and @amandamarinoofficial

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Explore coaching, courses & more: www.hilaryphelps.com

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We believe that your skin is the mirror of your soul, and that taking care of it daily, effectively, gently, is essential to your self care. Looking good…means feeling good…means doing good.

Our motto: Self care through skin care.™ Forever.
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What if the breakthrough you’ve been searching for is closer than you think? Our 1:1 holistic coaching is more than guidance—it’s a transformative journey designed for women ready to reclaim their voice and redefine their purpose, navigate transitions, overcome obstacles, and align your life with your deepest intentions. This is where clarity meets confidence. Your next step starts here. Visit HilaryPhelps.com to begin.

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In this conversation, Hilary Phelps sits down with Marci Hopkins, who shares her journey of recovery from addiction, emphasizing the importance of breaking the stigma surrounding mental health. She discusses her personal experiences, the role of spirituality, and the impact of trauma on mental health. Marci encourages listeners to find purpose through pain, practice gratitude and forgiveness, and navigate life transitions with authenticity. Her message is one of hope, reminding everyone that they are worthy of happiness and love.

Takeaways

• Marci emphasizes the importance of breaking the stigma around mental health and addiction.
• She shares her personal journey of recovery and the pivotal moments that led her to seek help.
• Marci discusses the role of spirituality in her recovery process.
• She highlights the impact of trauma on mental health and the importance of addressing it.
• Marci encourages finding purpose through pain and using experiences to help others.
• She talks about the significance of gratitude and forgiveness in rebuilding life after addiction.
• Marci offers advice for women navigating life transitions and finding their passions.
• She stresses the importance of authenticity in the media and personal life.
• Marci shares her belief that everyone is worthy of happiness and love.
• She concludes with a message of hope for those feeling lost or disconnected.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Marcy's Journey
04:08 Breaking the Stigma of Addiction and Mental Health
07:07 Understanding the Spectrum of Alcohol Use
10:09 Marcy's Pivotal Moment: The Decision to Change
13:14 The Role of Higher Power in Recovery
16:07 Rebuilding Life After Addiction
19:00 The Power of Gratitude and Self-Love
28:00 The Power of Gratitude and Forgiveness
29:11 Finding Purpose Through Pain
32:15 The Journey to Media and Healing
36:00 Mental Health and Addiction Awareness
41:29 Navigating Perfectionism and Authenticity
46:39 Empowering Women in Transition

Our shows are brought to you with the support of Alchimie Forever.

OUR MISSION: SELF CARE THROUGH SKIN CARE™
We believe that your skin is the mirror of your soul, and that taking care of it daily, effectively, gently, is essential to your self care. Looking good…means feeling good…means doing good.

Our motto: Self care through skin care.™ Forever.
https://www.alchimie-forever.com/

What if the breakthrough you’ve been searching for is closer than you think? Our 1:1 holistic coaching is more than guidance—it’s a transformative journey designed for women ready to reclaim their voice and redefine their purpose, navigate transitions, overcome obstacles, and align your life with your deepest intentions. This is where clarity meets confidence. Your next step starts here. Visit HilaryPhelps.com to begin.