In this episode of A Voice and Beyond, we welcome Mónica Esgueva, spiritual guide, bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and founder of the Ascension Institute.

Mónica’s journey is extraordinary. After successful careers in economics and fashion, she embarked on a decade-long spiritual pilgrimage through India and Nepal, studying closely with Tibetan masters — including the Dalai Lama. Today, she is widely recognised for helping thousands of people deepen self-awareness, overcome emotional blocks, and live consciously aligned lives.

We delve into her transformative new book, The 7 Levels of Wisdom, which offers a practical roadmap to spiritual awakening — grounded not in mysticism, but in neuroscience, mindfulness training, and emotional intelligence.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• What wisdom truly means in modern life

• How to transition from survival mode to conscious living

• Why self-awareness is the foundation of every transformation

• Tools for managing emotional pain without suppressing it

• How meditation helps calm the mind and strengthen intuition

• How to reconnect with purpose — especially during life transitions

Mónica has worked with global organisations, including Accenture, Samsung, and Electronic Arts, guiding more than 2,500 executives through mindfulness and emotional mastery programs. She has authored nine books, created transformational retreats, and co-directed spiritual documentaries viewed by more than 1.8 million people.

This conversation will leave you grounded, inspired, and deeply connected to the wisdom already alive within you.

Find Mónica Here:

• Website: http://www.monicaesgueva.com/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgx0Zcwv9kr133GHY71SW2A

Book:

• The 7 Levels of Wisdom: http://www.monicaesgueva.com/books/

Find Marisa online:

• Website: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marisa.lee.12
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avoiceandbeyond3519/videos

Resources:

• MLN Coaching Program: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/mentoring/
• Schedule a Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/info-56015/discovery
• Gratitude Journal: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/in-gratitude-my-daily-self-journal/
• Download your eBook: Thriving in a Creative Industry: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/ebook-thriving-in-a-creative-industry-dr-marisa-lee-naismith/

Like this episode? Please leave a review here - even ...

What if the climate crisis didn’t have to be framed as a doomsday story but instead as a catalyst for innovation, collaboration, and global renewal?

In this powerful episode of A Voice and Beyond, host Dr Marisa Lee Naismith sits down with Russ Walsh, cybersecurity executive, systems thinker, and founder of The SeaNet, a bold initiative designed to address one of the greatest challenges facing humanity: rising sea levels.

After decades working with global technology leaders including IBM, Google, Apple, GE, and Facebook, Russ began asking a deeper question — what if we could apply systems-level thinking to climate change the same way we do to cybersecurity and infrastructure?

In this conversation, Russ unpacks the science behind sea-level rise, why fear-based climate narratives leave people frozen, and how vision, leadership, and collective action can turn crisis into opportunity. This episode invites listeners to move beyond overwhelm and into empowered participation in shaping the future of our planet.

If you’ve ever felt anxious, helpless, or disconnected when it comes to climate change, this episode offers clarity, hope, and a radically new way forward.

Find Russ Here:

• Website: https://russwalsh.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russwalsh/

Books:

• The SeaNet Vision: Stop Rising Seas & Turn Melting Ice into Blue Gold https://russwalsh.com/the-book/
• Eternity: Where will you spend it? - https://a.co/d/4BvyB8m

Find Marisa online:

• Website: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marisa.lee.12
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avoiceandbeyond3519/videos

Resources:

• MLN Coaching Program: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/mentoring/
• Schedule a Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/info-56015/discovery
• Gratitude Journal: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/in-gratitude-my-daily-self-journal/
• Download your eBook: Thriving in a Creative Industry: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/ebook-thriving-in-a-creative-industry-dr-marisa-lee-naismith/

Like this episode? Please leave a review here - even ...

In this transformative episode of A Voice and Beyond, host Dr Marisa Lee Naismith sits down with visionary entrepreneur and author Melissa Gonzalez, founder of The Lionesque Group and Principal at MG2.

Melissa has built a career creating world-class experiences for Fortune 500 brands and startups alike. But after a sudden, life-threatening health crisis, she realised the high cost of hustle culture — and made a powerful shift towards intentional, purpose-driven living.

Drawing from her upcoming book, The Purpose Pivot, Melissa shares how she and more than 35 senior women leaders are redefining what it means to lead with authenticity, intuition, and balance.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why high achievers often confuse exhaustion with accomplishment
• The subtle warning signs of burnout and how to catch them early
• How intuition and vulnerability can become your leadership edge
• What it means to “work healthier, not harder”
• Why success without self-connection will always feel empty
• Simple practices to align your energy, mindset, and purpose

Whether you’re a leader, creative, or entrepreneur, this conversation will help you move beyond performance pressure and step into a new era of authentic, sustainable success.

Find Melissa Here:

• Website: https://www.melissagonzalez.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissagonzalezlionesque/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melsstyles/
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/purposepivotwithmelissa/#
• Email: macy.mohr@smithpublicity.com

Resources/Books:

• The Purpose Pivot: How Dynamic Leaders Put Vulnerability and Intuition into Action https://www.amazon.com/Purpose-Pivot-Dynamic-Vulnerability-Intuition/dp/1394329474
• The Pop Up Paradigm: How Brands Build Human Connections in a Digital Age https://www.amazon.com/Pop-Up-Paradigm-Connections-Digital/dp/1619613026

Find Marisa online:

• Website: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marisa.lee.12
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avoiceandbeyond3519/videos

Resources:

• MLN Coaching Program: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/mentoring/
• Schedule a Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/info-56015/discovery
• Gratitude Journal: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/in-gratitude-my-daily-self-journal/
• Download your eBook: Thriving in a Creative Industry: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/ebook-thriving-in-a-creative-industry-dr-marisa-lee-naismith/

Like this episode? Please leave a review here - even ...

In this solo round episode of A Voice and Beyond, Marisa Lee explores why so many people struggle to achieve their goals and how support, alignment, and clarity of vision are often the missing pieces.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why lack of support is one of the biggest reasons people abandon their goals
• How trying to “do it all alone” keeps people stuck and disconnected from their purpose
• The difference between chasing the how versus clarifying the vision
• Why alignment creates momentum, and hustle often creates burnout
• A powerful childhood story about dreaming, belief, and living in alignment
• How mentorship and coaching accelerate growth and confidence
• Why success begins internally before it shows up externally
• Practical mindset shifts to help you reconnect with your vision for 2026

Marisa also shares real-life examples of how living in alignment has created unexpected opportunities, meaningful support, and tangible results, reinforcing the idea that when you align with who you’re becoming, the path opens up.

✨ If this episode resonates with you and you’re ready for support, head to the show notes to explore Marisa’s coaching program and discover how you can bring your vision to life with guidance, clarity, and confidence.

Find Marisa online:

• Website: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marisa.lee.12
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avoiceandbeyond3519/videos

Resources:

• MLN Coaching Program: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/mentoring/
• Schedule a Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/info-56015/discovery
• Gratitude Journal: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/in-gratitude-my-daily-self-journal/
• Download your eBook: Thriving in a Creative Industry: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/ebook-thriving-in-a-creative-industry-dr-marisa-lee-naismith/

Like this episode? Please leave a review here - even ...

In this powerful episode of A Voice and Beyond, we’re joined by Dr. Tracy Latz — renowned integrative psychiatrist, metaphysical healer, and author of Bye-Bye Self-Sabotage: Drop Your Baggage, Love Your Life.

With over 35 years of experience in both clinical and holistic practices, Dr. Latz shares her unique approach to healing emotional pain, self-sabotaging patterns, and limiting beliefs. Together, we explore the “shrink’s greatest hits” — like shame, fear of the unknown, heartbreak, and imposter syndrome — and reveal quick, evidence-based techniques to release them.

From 90-second Qigong emotional resets to the famous “La Cucaracha” technique for handling toxic people, this episode is filled with practical tools, deep wisdom, and Tracy’s trademark sense of humour and heart.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in old patterns, overwhelmed by anxiety, or just ready to reclaim your full potential, this episode is for you.

Books:

• Bye-Bye Self-Sabotage: https://www.amazon.com/Bye-Bye-Self-Sabotage-Tracy-Latz/dp/1524626392

Find Tracy Here:

• Website: https://tracylatz.com/
• Website: https://shiftyourlife.com/
• Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-latz-m-d-m-s-mh-d-b0499412
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shiftyourlife/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shiftdoctors/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShiftYourlLifeNow
• Twitter: https://x.com/TracyLatz
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shiftyourlife.com

Find Marisa online:

• Website: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marisa.lee.12
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avoiceandbeyond3519/videos

Resources:

• MLN Coaching Program: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/mentoring/
• Schedule a Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/info-56015/discovery
• Gratitude Journal: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/in-gratitude-my-daily-self-journal/
• Download your eBook: Thriving in a Creative Industry: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/ebook-thriving-in-a-creative-industry-dr-marisa-lee-naismith/

Like this episode? Please leave a review here - even ...

On this week’s transformative episode of A Voice and Beyond, Marisa sits down with Renee Zukin, author, educator, writing coach, mental health advocate, and the courageous voice behind the book Every Day, I’m Brave, which is part memoir, part manifesto, and entirely a call for radical bravery.

Renee’s story blends personal struggle with psychological insight. She lived for decades with crippling anxiety, masking her internal chaos with achievement, productivity, and perfectionism, until she was diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in adulthood.

In this deeply compassionate and raw conversation, Renee opens up about:

• Growing up with undiagnosed OCD and high-functioning anxiety
• The cost of pretending to be okay — and what happens when we stop
• How procrastination and self-sabotage are often fear in disguise
• Healing after a late-in-life diagnosis
• How to take courageous action even when fear doesn’t disappear
• Why honesty is the most powerful mental health tool we have
• Why “trust your gut” is dangerous advice for anxious minds
• The hidden ways fear shapes our relationships, identity, and choices

If you’ve ever lived with anxiety, masked your needs, or felt afraid to take up space, this episode will touch your heart, speak to your story, and remind you that you are not alone.

Book:

• Every Day, I'm Brave: https://www.reneezukin.com/brave-book

Find Renee Here:

• Website: www.everydayimbrave.com
• Website: www.reneezukin.com
• Email: info@reneezukin.com
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rzukin/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reneezukin/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zukin1
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/everydayimbrave
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZPSCoaching
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.c

Find Marisa online:

• Website: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marisa.lee.12
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avoiceandbeyond3519/videos

Resources:

• MLN Coaching Program: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/mentoring/
• Schedule a Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/info-56015/discovery
• Gratitude Journal: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/in-gratitude-my-daily-self-journal/
• Download your eBook: Thriving in a Creative Industry: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/ebook-thriving-in-a-creative-industry-dr-marisa-lee-naismith/

Like this episode? Please leave a review here - even ...

Are you ready to reprogram your mind and take control of your future?

In this inspiring episode of A Voice and Beyond, Dr. Marisa Lee Naismith sits down with Chris Livezey, motivational speaker, entrepreneur, and creator of The 13 Principles of Success. From a turbulent adolescence to building a life of purpose, Chris’s story is a living blueprint for transformation.

At sixteen, Chris’s life took a powerful turn after reading See You at the Top by Zig Ziglar, and since then, Chris has been on a lifelong mission to help others unlock their greatness through mindset, discipline, and personal mastery.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The daily practices that rewire your brain for success
• How your environment shapes your destiny more than your DNA
• Why mentorship can fast-track your growth
• How to turn setbacks into setups for greatness
• What it means to “become magnificent” — and how to start today

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, creative, or someone searching for purpose, this episode will remind you that success starts in the mind long before it shows up in your bank account.

Listen now on A Voice and Beyond — available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and everywhere you listen.

Offer for listeners:

• 50% off any of Chris's online courses using link below.
• https://www.chrislivezey.com/offers/gNVpwdNN?coupon_code=50OFF

Find Chris Here:

• Website: www.chrislivezey.com.
• Email: chris@chrislivezey.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrislivezey
• Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chrisblivezey

Find Marisa online:

• Website: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marisa.lee.12
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avoiceandbeyond3519/videos

Resources:

• MLN Coaching Program: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/mentoring/
• Schedule a Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/info-56015/discovery
• Gratitude Journal: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/in-gratitude-my-daily-self-journal/
• Download your eBook: Thriving in a Creative Industry: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/ebook-thriving-in-a-creative-industry-dr-marisa-lee-naismith/

Like this episode? Please leave a review here - even ...

Welcome to 2026, a year of fresh energy, renewed intention, and powerful personal transformation.

Today on A Voice and Beyond, Marisa sits down with Deborah Mallow, happiness educator, speaker, wellness advocate, and author of 6 Steps to Fewer Days That Suck. Deborah’s journey started in one of the most unlikely places: a gritty New York City subway platform, where a single moment changed the trajectory of her entire life.

In this uplifting and science-backed conversation, Deborah breaks down:

• What actually makes us happy
• The neuroscience of stress and why 91% of our worries never happen
• The long-term health risks of negative emotion
• How energy, confidence, and mindset shape our days
• The 6 Keys to a Happier You
• How food influences mood
• How to create “your own sunshine,” even on the hardest days

If you’re walking into 2026 ready for more clarity, more joy, more inner peace — and fewer days that truly suck — this episode is for you.

Find Deborah here:

• Website: thedailydecisions.com
• Instagram: @daily.decisions (Deborah Mallow)

Books:

• "6 Steps To Fewer Days That Suck": https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F8HYFHQ6

Special Offer:

• Join Deborah's Positive Energy Club—It’s complimentary! Receive the upbeat monthly newsletter and download worksheets on Happiness, Motivation, and Feel-Good Activities: thedailydecisions.com/inspire

Find Marisa online:

• Website: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marisa.lee.12
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avoiceandbeyond3519/videos

Resources:

• MLN Coaching Program: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/mentoring/
• Schedule a Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/info-56015/discovery
• Gratitude Journal: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/in-gratitude-my-daily-self-journal/
• Download your eBook: Thriving in a Creative Industry: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/ebook-thriving-in-a-creative-industry-dr-marisa-lee-naismith/

Like this episode? Please leave a review here - even ...