From Darkness to Light In this episode, Kat Torre, CEO and founder of The Brand Architect, shares her inspiring journey of overcoming a toxic, abusive relationship to become a successful entrepreneur and advocate for personal branding and leadership. She delves into the crucial moment of decision-making on October 10th, 2018, when she chose to leave her toxic environment and start afresh. Kat emphasizes the importance of doing the inner work, understanding oneself, and taking ownership of one's role in any situation. The discussion also touches on emotional regulation, community building, and the importance of personal branding as tools for empowerment. Kat provides insights into her strategies for dealing with life's challenges and maintaining a positive trajectory. This conversation is a testament to resilience and growth, offering inspiration and guidance for anyone looking to pivot towards a better future. Timestamps: (00:00) - A Life-Changing Moment (01:54) - The Journey Begins (02:56) - A Pivotal Night (04:24) - The Aftermath and Healing (09:38) - Taking Ownership (15:15) - Empowering Others Through Personal Branding (20:32) - Emotional Regulation and Deprogramming (24:08) - Advice for Young Entrepreneurs (27:00) - Embracing Disruption and AI (29:02) - The Power of Community (31:50) - Personal Strategies for Overcoming Lows (38:44) - Final Thoughts  Welcome to the LFG Energy podcast! Your host, Arjun Dhingra, is a two-time Taekwondo world champion and the former Team USA co-head coach. He is a 23-year mortgage veteran of the industry who loves influencing change in people. This podcast is about the stories and lessons of those who have had their backs against the wall and have ultimately overcome. Former Olympians, coaches, entrepreneurs, and incredible human beings will share their experiences of resilience and beating the odds in spite of adversity so that you too can learn to start doing the same in your life. Connect with Kat: ▶️ Instagram | LinkedIn | Website | Podcast Connect with Arjun: ▶️ LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Follow the show: ▶️Spotify | Apple | YouTube