Redefining Success, Faith, and Resilience with Sisters Laura Lara & Krista Pasquale

What does success really mean—and how can we pursue it without losing ourselves in comparison? In this uplifting and candid conversation, Dr. Uejin Kim sits down with sisters Laura Lara and Krista Pasquale to talk about success, faith, family, and resilience.

From growing up on the west side of San Antonio to careers in talent acquisition and mental health, Laura and Krista share their unique perspectives on career, parenting, faith, and the balance between ambition and stewardship. With plenty of laughter, wisdom, and real-life stories, this episode reminds us that success is not about status—it’s about stewardship, perseverance, and authenticity.

• 00:10 – Meet the Guests → Dr. Kim introduces Laura & Krista

• 01:35 – Balancing Career & Family → Laura on pursuing purpose and financial wisdom

• 03:30 – Building Holistic Success → Krista on mental health, spirituality, and service

• 05:30 – What Is Success? → Differing views on ambition and faith

• 08:27 – Family & Birth Order → How upbringing shaped their views of success

• 16:20 – Breaking Free from Comparison → Owning your gifts and path

• 18:42 – Turning Challenges into Opportunities → Hispanic identity, resilience, and representation

• 21:00 – Parenting & Stewardship → Raising children with individualized love and discipline

• 29:28 – Resilience & Health → Prioritizing fitness, faith, and wellness

• 34:31 – Celebrating Others’ Success → Why another’s win doesn’t mean your loss

• 37:20 – Authenticity & Different Strengths → How Laura and Krista complement each other

• 43:18 – Marriage & Teamwork → Success in relationships through unity, not competition

• 44:42 – The Parable of the Talents → Multiplying what God has given you

• 48:56 – Small Steps Toward Success → Krista’s advice for listeners seeking change

• 51:03 – Final Thoughts → Laura on resilience, prayer, and embracing change

• 52:29 – Closing & Invitation → Dr. Kim shares upcoming workshop

  
  

  Connect with Laura on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-lara-645a89188/

  Connect with Krista on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krista-pasquale-pmhnp-69b48a265/