Life by Design, Not Default
What if you stopped living the life you were expected to live and started creating the life you actually want?
Welcome to Life by Design, Not Default, where transformational speaker, coach, and storyteller Rockstar Jess brings you real conversations about personal growth, healing, self-discovery, and the courage to show up as your authentic self.
Through powerful stories, honest conversations, and inspiring insights, Jess challenges you to break free from limiting beliefs, stop playing small, and start making intentional choices that align with who you are and who you’re becoming.
Whether you’re navigating change, rediscovering your purpose, or learning to put yourself first, this podcast is your reminder that you have the power to rewrite your story.
It’s time to stop shrinking, take up space, and become unapologetically visible.
Because the life you love isn’t found by default. It’s created by design.
Life by Design, Not Default
Latest Episodes
Writing, Healing & Transformation with Dr. Sarah Jefferis
In this heartfelt conversation, Rockstar Jessica sits down with writer, poet, and writing coach Dr. Sarah Jefferis to explore the powerful connection between writing, healing, breath work, and personal transformation. Dr. Sarah shar...
From Grief to Growth: Faith, Healing & Finding Joy with Coach Franny P (Francisca Perez)
In this heartfelt conversation, Francisca Perez (Coach Franny P) joins Rockstar Jess T to discuss navigating grief, embracing faith, and discovering purpose through life's hardest seasons. Together, they explore how connection, community...
Imposter Syndrome to Author: Sharing Your Story, Finding Your Expertise w/ Amanda Wais
Episode SummaryIn this candid conversation, Jessica Rockstar Thompson and Amanda Wais discuss the journey of co-authoring a book, overcoming imposter syndrome, and recognizing that everyone has expertise worth sharing. The discussion exp...
From Small-Town Roots to Big Stages with Amanda Wais
In this inspiring conversation, Rockstar Jess catches up with author, coach, and speaker Amanda Wais, Founder of "The Cheeky Scribe" as she shares her experience speaking at Columbia University through the BLU (Business, Life, Universe) Talks p...
The Power of Small Yeses: Alignment, Healing & Personal Resurrection
In this heartfelt episode, Jessica shares a raw and emotional update on her personal “Yes” journey, revealing how the most powerful transformations don’t come from big, flashy decisions, but from quiet, consistent choices.After facing on...
