Living Your Legacy: Gabrielle Wyatt of the Highland Project.
In another inspiring episode of the Legacy, Lyrics, and Life podcast, Shawna Wells, the Legacy Architect, sits down with Gabrielle Wyatt, founder and CEO of The Highland Project. Together they explore what it means to live a legacy-aligned life. Gabby shares her heartfelt journey of building generational wealth for Black women and offers insights into the creative and regenerative practices that fuel her mission.
Gabby opens up about intentional daydreaming, the influence of her relationships, and the importance of prioritizing personal well-being. Together, Shawna and Gabby discuss the challenges and triumphs of legacy work, weaving in stories that highlight the transformative power of community, self-care, and music.
Episode Essentials
- The Power of Daydreaming: Gabby reveals how intentional daydreaming helps her envision bold goals and fuel her legacy work.
- A Legacy Journey: From her personal story to founding The Highland Project, Gabby discusses her path to creating generational wealth, specifically for Black women.
- Prioritizing Self-Care: Gabby emphasizes the necessity of coaching and regenerative practices to sustain her impactful work.
- Music and Legacy: In a moving tribute to her father, Gabby shares a meaningful song that encapsulates her vision of legacy and personal growth.
Show Notes Timeline
- 00:26 – Meet Gabby: Founder and CEO of The Highland Project
- 01:03 – The Joy of Intentional Daydreaming
- 03:06 – Gabby's Journey to Legacy
- 09:50 – The Conveyor Belt Moments
- 12:34 – The Importance of Self-Care and Coaching
- 19:40 – Living in Alignment with Your Legacy
- 27:49 – The Power of Music and Final Reflections
Gabrielle’s story reminds us that living your legacy is as much about personal well-being and creativity as it is about the communities we serve. Tune in for an uplifting conversation that will inspire you to align your life with your long-term vision and embrace the joy of creating a meaningful legacy.
About the 7 Gen Legacy Group
7 Gen is a legacy planning company, helping leaders name and claim the legacies they aim to leave. They are inspired by the philosophy of seven generation thinking and the Sanofka principle. 7 Gen offers personal legacy coaching as well as executive coaching for organizational legacies. In addition they have a number of workshops and retreats to transform your life and legacy.
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Resources:
Living Your Legacy, Spring 2025 Application
10 Rituals for Living Your Legacy at Work
Learn more about The Highland Project here: https://www.thehighlandproject.org/
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