Touched and Empowered

Are you chasing what you want... or honoring what you truly need?

In Touched & Empowered Episode 155, Ace and Katie Miller explore one of the most important questions for creating a fulfilling life: How do we balance our needs, wants, and desires?

From discovering a new prebiotic soda that sparked unexpected joy to discussing emotional support animals, AI tools, daily habits, van life, entrepreneurship, and building passive incom...

What truly motivates you?

In Touched & Empowered Episode 154, Ace and Katie Miller explore the surprising ways we reward ourselves, how our upbringing shapes our motivations, and why creating healthier reward systems can transform our lives.

The conversation begins with a lighthearted discussion about seasonal allergies and hilarious prank stories before diving into a deeper conversation about food, motivation, cultural tradition...

What would your ChatGPT history say about you?

In Touched & Empowered Episode 153, Ace and Katie Miller take a lighthearted—but surprisingly insightful—look into the fascinating world of ChatGPT prompts, Google search history, AI-generated bios, and self-awareness.

What starts as a hilarious conversation about "unhinged" AI-generated biographies quickly becomes a deeper discussion about curiosity, validation, identity...

Graduation isn't the finish line—it's the beginning of an entirely new journey.

In Touch & Empowered Episode 152, hosts Ace and Katie Miller dive into one of life's biggest challenges: transition. Whether you're graduating from college, changing careers, moving to a new city, or simply entering a new season of life, this conversation offers practical wisdom and encouragement for navigating uncertainty with courage.

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🚗 Have you ever dreamed of taking a cross-country road trip but felt overwhelmed by the planning, safety concerns, or fear of traveling alone?

In this episode of Touched and Empowered, Katie Miller and Ace dive into the realities of planning a successful cross-country adventure. From navigating high-elevation mountain roads and wildlife encounters to managing energy levels, hydration, and safety, they share practical lessons learne...

🎉 150 Episodes. Three Years. Countless Transformations.

In this milestone episode of Touched and Empowered, Katie Miller and Ace celebrate reaching Episode 150 and reflect on the incredible journey that brought them here.

What started as a simple idea evolved into a platform for authentic conversations, personal growth, empowerment, healing, and meaningful connection. Through life changes, challenges, moves, new opportunities, and c...

Are your dreams still alive?

In this inspiring episode of Touched and Empowered, Katie Miller and Ace explore the power of dreaming, visualization, manifestation, and staying open to new possibilities—regardless of your age or stage of life.

Inspired by a thought-provoking quote about living beyond age limitations, they discuss why so many people stop dreaming, how society often discourages bold visions, and why reconnecting wi...

What if the biggest thing standing between you and your next level of success is your self-awareness?

In this insightful episode of Touched and Empowered, Katie Miller and Ace celebrate another podcast milestone while diving into one of the most important personal development skills: self-awareness.

From time management and communication to emotional intelligence, accountability, and professional relationships, this conversation expl...

What if the things you were ready to throw away still had purpose?

In this creative and uplifting episode of Touched and Empowered, Katie Miller and Ace explore how repurposing clothing, home décor, memories, and even life experiences can spark creativity, healing, sustainability, and personal growth.

What starts as a funny wardrobe malfunction turns into a powerful conversation about reinventing old items, honoring sentimental keeps...

What separates employees, consultants, business owners, and investors?

In this powerful episode of Touched and Empowered, Katie Miller and Ace Doligosa dive deep into the 4 levels of mindset evolution that shape success in business, entrepreneurship, wealth building, and long-term financial freedom.

From shifting out of the employee mindset to understanding intellectual property, multiple income streams, investing, time leverage, and...

Have you ever wanted something so badly… only for it not to happen?

Was it rejection… a delay… or was life actually protecting you?

In this powerful episode of Touched and Empowered, Katie Miller and Ace Doligosa explore one of life’s biggest questions: How do you know if a closed door is simply a delay—or divine protection?

Through personal stories, deep reflection, and practical mindset tools, they u...

Can your voice heal your body, emotions, and spirit?

In this transformational episode of Touched and Empowered, Katie Miller and Ace Doligosa welcome special guest Anna Beaumont—a singer, teacher, and musical shaman who helps people unlock their sacred voice through sound, energy work, psychology, and spiritual healing.

Anna shares her incredible personal journey from performer to healer, revealing how trapped emotions, shame, ...

In this uplifting episode of Touched and Empowered, Katie Miller and Ace Doligosa explore the power of humor—especially in life’s most serious and unexpected moments.

Inspired by wisdom from Les Brown, this conversation dives into how laughter can shift energy, ease tension, and even help us navigate stress, anxiety, and uncomfortable situations.

From awkward conference moments to deeply personal experiences, Katie and Ac...

In Part 2 of this powerful conversation on Touched and Empowered, Katie Miller and Ace Doligosa dive deep into the true meaning of integrity, trust, and conscious decision-making.

What does it really mean to “say what you mean and do what you say”? And how do you maintain integrity without harming others?

This episode explores how clear communication, intuition, and strong boundaries create healthier relationships—b...

In this powerful Part 1 episode of Touched and Empowered, hosts Katie Miller and Ace Doligosa dive deep into the realities of high-pressure work environments, career mindsets, and building strong teams.

From the intensity of competitive programs like NBC Universal to the structure of corporate roles, this episode explores how different experiences shape leadership, communication, and personal boundaries.

Ace shares how his background...

🎙️Touched and Empowered – Episode 140
From Complaining to Curiosity: Nostalgia, Mindset & the Power of Perspective

What can a random audiobook moment, a complaining session, and childhood cartoons teach us about mindset?

In this fun, nostalgic, and thought-provoking episode of Touched and Empowered, Katie Miller and Ace turn everyday moments into powerful insights about communication, perspective, and emotional expressi...

Have you ever gone down a “quick search”… and suddenly hours are gone?

In this thought-provoking and relatable episode of Touched and Empowered, Katie Miller and Ace explore the concept of rabbit holes — those deep dives into curiosity that can either spark growth or quietly steal your time.

From AI tools to social media scrolling to deep dives into movies and celebrity careers, this episode unpacks how curio...

🎙️ Touched and Empowered – Episode 138

New Patterns: Mentorship, Mindset & Breaking Old Habits

What does it really take to create new patterns in your life?

In this insightful and relatable episode of Touched and Empowered, Katie Miller and Ace explore the power of shifting habits, embracing mentorship, and navigating the challenges that come with personal transformation.

Ace shares his experience facilitating deep, transfor...

What makes relationships last?

In this heartfelt and insightful episode of Touched and Empowered, Katie Miller and Ace explore the evolving dynamics of relationships — from deep platonic friendships to family bonds shaped by culture, communication, and shared values.

This conversation dives into:

✨ The importance of platonic love and community relationships
✨ How to support friends without projecting your own agenda
✨ Sett...