On this episode of VIE Speaks: Conversations with Heart & Soul podcast, host Lisa Marie Burwell, VIE’s CEO/editor-in-chief, spoke with cosmetic dentist, Dr. Lindsey Hoppe on the realities of entrepreneurship in healthcare, the emotional and physical toll of a cancer diagnosis and the journey after, and how those experiences reshape your life.

Lisa and Ashley discuss Ashley’s dedication to helping women reclaim their confidence and step fully into their strength. She opens up about her own journey of surviving an abusive relationship, the first signs she noticed, and the day she decided to leave. Her book "From Suffering to Surrendering," helps others navigate waters similar to those she experienced.

Breakfast Tea & Bourbon is a new novel, self-help guide, and treasure hunt rolled into one. Learn more about the book and the hunt for $50,000, and preorder your copy before the treasure hunt begins on February 9, 2017!

With games like The Sims 4, new demographics of people are being targeted to play. Playing The Sims is like the most powerful and customizable dollhouse fantasy you’ve ever seen—except this time, it has real-world value, as well.