11. A Story of Friendship, Faith, and Forgiveness with Stephanie Villegas

What happens when a friendship is tested by business, broken by pain, and healed by faith?In this deeply moving episode, Sarah Akiba and Stephanie Villegas sit down for a raw and honest conversation about the evolution of their relationship as co-founders at AWOM Lab. They open up about navigating the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, personal heartbreaks, and the moments that challenged their bond the most. Through stories of resilience, unexpected life turns—including pregnancy and abortion—and the healing power of forgiveness, this episode explores the depth of friendship, the courage it takes to show up for each other, and the growth that emerges from hard conversations. Expect reflection, vulnerability, and plenty of wisdom on why the people you build with can sometimes be the ones who hold you together.Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Special Guests02:59 The Journey of AWOM Lab to The Spaces06:05 Navigating Challenges in Business Partnerships09:00 Personal Struggles and Growth12:03 Faith and Resilience in Tough Times14:54 Creating Spaces for Creativity17:48 Reflections on Friendship and Support19:34 The Impact of Relationships21:54 Navigating Pregnancy and Abortion25:41 The Weight of Decisions29:01 Forgiveness and Reconciliation33:07 Growth Through FriendshipFollow Sarah: Instagram: @soakiba https://www.instagram.com/soakiba Podcast: Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3uPL2CvjHFO6nbk0Pe3FeA Book The Spaces: https://bookthespaces.com/