She Wins - Sadie Schmiermeyer, Miss Texas 2025, talks about anorexia, anxiety, being a legacy & more
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Sadie opens up about her struggle with anorexia, anxiety, and her goals as Miss Texas. Her mother also served as Miss Texas in 1994 so she talks about her passion for the Miss America Opportunity. For more advice and info from Sadie and Heather check out her She Wins Solutions for Pageantry Patreon episode. There is a 7 day free trial to access over 200 videos with extended interviews from guests as well as pageant prep for the mental game and interview. Heather Sumlin Patreon - Website - Instagram - FaceBook - Sadie Schiermeyer Instagram - or TikTok - Website...
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She Wins Interview - Anna Leah Jolly - From a Ukrainian Orphan to Miss Mississippi
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From a Ukrainian Orphan to Miss Mississippi, Anna Leah Jolly, has an inspiring story and heart to make this world a better place especially for those in foster care. She opens up about her journey from the orphanage to the Miss America stage! Want to learn more check out her She Wins Solutions for Pageantry Patreon Episode where she shares more details on how she started her dance studio and her advice to those competing in pageantry: Heather Sumlin Patreon - Website - Instagram - FaceBook - Anna Leah Instagram - or Website - Books - Anna Leah Bio Anna...
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She Wins Interview - Charlotte Shores, Mrs. Utah, Personal Chef, Advocate for Neurodivergence
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Meet Charlotte Shores! She is such a delightful woman with a heart of gold and a desire to make an impact! Check out her She Wins Solutions for Pageantry Extended Interview - Heather Sumlin Patreon - Website - Instagram - FaceBook - Charlotte Shores Instagram - or Website - Charlotte Bio: Charlotte is a wife, mother and entrepreneur amongst many other things. She is the owner of Charlotte Shores Personal Chef Services, and was recently named one of Utah Business’s Forty under 40. She currently holds the title of Mrs. Utah America...
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She Wins Interview - Adaline Bebo - Champion Twirler & Coach, College Miss Majorette of America
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Adaline Bebo Øygarden is not just a competitive champion twirler but she has turned this sport into an art. She shares her twirling journey, her aha moments with her mental game, and what's coming up in twirling. Check out our extended interview on the She Wins Solutions for Pageantry Patreon Channel where she shares her pageant journery in the Miss America System - Heather Sumlin Patreon - Website - Instagram - FaceBook - Adaline Bebo Øygarden Instagram - YouTube - Tiktok - Adaline Bio: Adaline Bebo Øygarden is a 2019...
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The Pageant Break Up - Special Message from She Wins Host Heather Sumlin
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I have had the chance to help many girls prepare for state and national pageants over the past 19 years and when you do not win there is a moment where it can feel like you just got dumped! These are my thoughts on what to do in advance and afterwards to help make that fall a little easier. Join my She Wins Solutions for Pageantry Patreon membership for more advice and help as you head towards your crown goals - I competed, I didn't win, Now what? webinar recording on Patreon - ? source=storefront Heather Sumlin Patreon - Website - Instagram - FaceBook -
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She Wins Interview - Kelsey Griswold-Paul - Miss Oklahoma 2013, 2nd RU Miss America 2014
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Such a joy to catch up with Kelsey Griswold-Paul Miss Oklahoma 2014 and learn more about what life has taught her before and after her pageant journey. If you enjoyed Kelsey's interview you will love her extended interview on She Wins Solutions for Pageantry Patreon Channel - there is a 7 day free trial to join to check it out - Heather Sumlin Patreon - Website - Instagram - FaceBook - Kelsey Griswold-Paul Instagram - Roots and Rise Podcast - Kelsey Bio: Kelsey Griswold-Paul is a proud graduate of Oklahoma City University, where...
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She Wins - Tori Sizemore Oliver, Miss SC Teen USA 2013, Miss SC USA 2018, Miss SC Volunteer 2021
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Catching up with Tori Sizemore Oliver is a real gift to me. We talk about her passion for helping others, her journey in pageantry, defining moments in her life, her coaching business, and so much more. In her She Wins Solutions for Pageantry Patreon Episode she shares what she tells clients and advice for contestants based on her journey of over a decade in pageantry - check it out: Heather Sumlin Patreon - Website - Instagram - FaceBook - Tori Sizemore Oliver Instagram - Tori Bio: Tori Sizemore Oliver is the oldest of 7 children, a lifelong...
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She Wins Interview - Amanda Miller - Actress, Physician Assistant, Former Equestrian & Pageant Girl
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Extremely grateful for this conversation with past client Amanda Miller. We talked about her defining moment, what winning means to her and so much more! From being a 3 year captain of her equestrain team in college to chasing her childhood dream of acting today her life has been full of experiences and lessons. Check out the She Wins Solutions for Pageantry Patreon Channel for her extended interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/fitness-health-129463064 Heather Sumlin Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/shewins_solutionsandstories7 Website - https://www.heathersumlin.com/ Instagram -...
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She Wins Interview - London Hibbs, Miss America's Outstanding Teen 2019, Musician, UCLA Cheerleader
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So much fun catching up with London Hibbs! She was Miss America's Outstanding Teen 2019 and a recent graduate of UCLA. She talks about what she's learned through pageantry and college and what's next for her. Check out She Wins: Solutions for Pageantry Patreon Channel for more guidance from Heather Sumlin and London's extended interview with tips for competitors - Heather Sumlin Patreon - Website - Instagram - FaceBook - London Hibbs: Instagram - London Hibbs is a 2024 graduate of UCLA’s Herb Alpert School of Music, with a Bachelor of Music Performance (Voice) and...
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Comparison and Imposter Syndrome - Heather's thoughts and experiences revealed on this topic.
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As an interview coach and mental coach for nearly two decades I have heard story and after story of women who struggle with imposter syndrome and comparison. We don't talk about it often enough it seems and there are ways to combat it. In this episode I talk about things I have learned and experiences I have had and my hope is to help you look inward instead of outward. Book mentioned: With Winning in Mind - https://www.heathersumlin.com/shop/p/with-winning-in-mind-book Mental Mastery for Pageantry Webinar Recordings -...
info_outlineBerkley Bryant, a longtime pageant competitor and winner of Miss Volunteer America 2025, shares her passion for serving the community and showcasing her talent while also facing a difficult life shift. Berkley also gives tips for pageant competitors and insight on how to work towards a big dream despite challenges in your everyday life.
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