From Epilepsy to Empowerment: The Stacey Chillemi Story

From Epilepsy to Empowerment: The Stacey Chillemi Story

March 10, 2026 · 51 min · Episode 223

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Stacey Chillemi shares her journey from facing epilepsy to becoming a global advocate for resilience and personal growth.

Resilience, mindset, overcoming adversity, and personal growth take center stage in this powerful conversation with bestselling author and keynote speaker Stacey Chillemi. What if your greatest challenge could become your greatest purpose? On this inspiring episode of Women Road Warriors , Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro welcome Stacey Chillemi —20-time bestselling author, keynote speaker, and mindset coach whose work has empowered millions around the world. Stacey’s journey began with a life-altering diagnosis. After developing epilepsy following childhood encephalitis , she faced obstacles that could have defined her limitations. Instead, she transformed adversity into advocacy—ultimately speaking before Congresson behalf of people with epilepsy, which helped pass the Americans with Disabilities Act. She then became a global voice for resilience by helping others unlock healing, confidence, and leadership. Today, Stacey reaches millions through her books, coaching programs, and the fast-growing Advisor Series for Mindset & Self-Improvement podcast and YouTube channel. Her message has been featured across major media, including NBC Dateline, News 4, The Morning Show, The…

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Hosts: Shelley Johnson, Kathy Tuccaro

Guest: Stacey Chillemi

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Organizations: Americans with Disabilities Act, NBC Dateline, News 4, The Morning Show, The Dr. Oz Show, Psychology Today, Business Insider

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