I Had a Stroke Sitting on My Couch – Ange Simson on Navigating Business, Separation, and Co-Parenting on The Pivot

Angela Simson is one of those women who doesn’t just talk about change—she lives it. From burnout, divorce, and a literal stroke (yes, while sitting on the couch), to building a thriving business helping female entrepreneurs grow magnetic personal brands—Ange has been through it all. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on what it really looks like to rebuild your life and career when the rug’s been ripped out from under you.

Ange opens up about how her body forced her to slow down, why hiring a mentor (even when she had tax debt!) was the turning point, and how she finally gave herself permission to follow the work she actually loves. We talk stress, solo parenting, perimenopause, social media, and why you don’t need to tell the whole world your plan—sometimes, you just need to start. If you’ve been waiting for a sign, or wondering if you’re "too far gone" to pivot—this is it.

Key Takeaways

The Wake-Up Call – Ange shares how a mini stroke became the push she needed to stop ignoring what her body was trying to tell her.

Investing When It’s Scary – We unpack the fears (and freedom!) that come with backing yourself—even when it feels irresponsible.

The Power of Support – She reveals why hiring a mentor made her show up in a way she never had before.

Health as the Foundation – We talk real talk about migraines, stress, and why your nervous system needs to be part of your business plan.

Bringing it Back to Values – Ange explains how she stays grounded in what actually matters: health, family, and feeling good in her body.

Redefining Balance – We laugh about laundry scheduling, solo mum life, and how "balance" is a myth, but rhythm is everything.

Where to Find Our Guest

Angela Simson's Website: https://www.the-gratitude-project.com

Angela’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gratitude_project

Links & Resources

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