Have you ever judged a book by its cover? Celia Anzalone Bowers, Mrs. Italy World 2024, shares how the path to pageantry helped her heal from Trauma. Learn how she channeled past pain into empowerment. Join us for an inspiring story of resilience, healing, and self-worth.

“If every addict out there could channel their energy into something positive, they could be amazing.” – Celia Anzalone Bowers

In this episode, Celia Anzalone Bowers, Mrs. Italy World 2024, author, and mortgage lender, joins host Catryn Becker to discuss her journey from trauma to transformation. Celia’s story is one of profound resilience, having overcome addiction and inner turmoil to emerge as an empowered, influential figure. Initially entering pageantry as a form of validation, Celia found that it revealed hidden layers of herself, helping her confront deep-seated insecurities and feelings of unworthiness. Through dedication to self-healing, Celia learned to embrace her vulnerabilities and rewrite her life story, ultimately finding strength in her scars.

Celia also introduces her latest book, You Are a Queen: Transform Your Pain into Power, which reflects her mission to help others channel their past pain into a source of empowerment. The episode delves into how societal pressures, like those seen in pageantry, often mask deeper struggles. By reconnecting with her faith and using tools like cognitive reframing, she shifted her perception of past challenges, transforming them into building blocks for a resilient future. Her story speaks to anyone facing inner battles, reminding us that true strength comes from within and that our worth is far more than skin-deep.

Connect with Catryn Becker

• Website: https://optimizewe.com
• Email: Catryn@OptimizeWe.com
• LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/catrynbecker/
• YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheGoodBadAndUglyOfBusiness?si=2KYT_qpi6eOwEOQT
• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/relax_with_catryn

Connect with Celia Anzalone Bowers

• Website: https://www.celiaanzalonebowers.com/
• Instagram, personal: https://www.instagram.com/lovewaitsforyou
• Instagram, nonprofit: https://www.instagram.com/Leadwithloveintl
• Instagram, mortgages: https://www.instagram.com/Celialendstn
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celia.anzalone
• Tedx Talk: https://youtu.be/ewcMHq9SpiE?si=3nQzoh7xVCNjHB10
• Book: https://www.amazon.com/You-Are-Queen-Transform-Power-ebook/dp/B0DJCQXSB7?ref_=ast_author_dp

About Catryn Becker

Catryn Becker is a keynote speaker, international best-selling author, two-time Guinness World Record holder, and respected podcast host. As the founder of Optimize We, Catryn Becker oversees the design and implementation of comprehensive wellness programs for successful women and their teams. 

Catryn challenges limiting stereotypes and encourages a re-evaluation of societal norms. Normal means average, and her clients are anything but average! She believes in thinking differently and empowering others to do the same. A key concept she champions is “pregret”—the idea that failing to learn from past regrets keeps us stuck in the present and prevents us from achieving our future potential. Through her holistic approach, which integrates cosmic elements and business strategies, Catryn has guided her clients from heartbreak to marriage, loneliness to family, scarcity to prosperity, and disease to freedom. 

She holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Colorado School of Mines, a Master of Science in Environmental Systems Management from Southern Methodist University, and an MBA in Strategy and Innovation from SDA Bocconi School of Management. Catryn has certifications in Life Coaching, Aromatherapy, Feng Shui, and Digital Marketing.

About Celia Anzalone Bowers

Celia Anzalone Bowers is the reigning Mrs. Italy World 2024 competing for Mrs. World at the Westgate in Las Vegas 1/31/25. She is also the Founder and President of the 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Lead with Love International. Through her nonprofit, she has facilitated therapeutic writing workshops in five states and counting since becoming established in August of 2023. During her workshop, she also donates a copy of her first book (Celia’s Eyes, 2011). She shares her raw, authentic story of childhood trauma, addiction, recovery, and ultimately the path that led her to where she is today. She is an entrepreneur in the mortgage industry, mother of five-year-old twin boys, wife to husband, Dr. Dane Bowers (Au. D.), and is a nationally ranked triathlete. She is also the host of her podcast, Love Waits for You, serves on the board for CASA, and holds a Bachelor of Science from Bryan College, while she lives and works in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Her latest book, You Are a Queen: Transform Your Pain into Power is out now.

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Catryn Becker is a dynamic and purpose-driven professional with a strong commitment to making a positive impact in the world. With a background in environmental engineering and a specialization in business strategy, Catryn possesses a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic acumen that allows her to navigate complex challenges and drive meaningful change.

Throughout her career, Catryn has consistently demonstrated her ability to guide organizations in making informed decisions regarding environmental sustainability, health, safety, and culture. As an MBA graduate from SDA Bocconi, Catryn honed her strategic thinking and leadership skills, while also developing a keen appreciation for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Her ability to forge strong relationships and build diverse networks has been instrumental in driving change and fostering collaboration.

A thought leader in the field of mental resiliency and mindset, Catryn has spoken on stage with basketball coach Phil Jackson, actors Kiefer Sutherland from 24 and Cole Hauser from Yellowstone as well as many billionaires and top business owners, She also hosts a business podcasts, contributes regularly on a local television network, and is an international best-selling author.