Tatiana Smith
Resilience. Empowerment. Connection
Meet Tatiana
I’ve worn a lot of titles—AmeriCorps volunteer, Peace Corps volunteer, Educator, Director, Producer, Poet Laureate, podcast host—but the truth is, my work has always come down to the same thing: helping people remember who they are and who they’re allowed to become.
I created the R.E.C. —Resilience, Empowerment, Connection—because I was tired of watching strong people get stuck in survival mode. Praised for their pain but never supported in their healing. R.E.C. is the lessons learned from my experiences of burnout, heartbreak, and having to rebuild and start over more times than I can count.
But the truth that has sustained me and so many others is this:
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Resilience teaches us how to endure
Empowerment reminds us to lead
Connection keeps us rooted.
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I've spent the past 15 years using storytelling, poetry, individual coaching, and events to help people stop shrinking and start choosing themselves, to build connections that sustain growth. You don’t need to be perfect to change your life. You just need to know you’re not alone.
The most powerful transformation begins when we embrace our truth, stand boldly in our resilience, and use our voice to inspire change.
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After hearing Tatiana speak, audiences will learn:​
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How to break free from limiting beliefs and take control of their own lives.
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The power of resilience and how to turn setbacks into stepping stones.
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How to embrace their authentic selves and confidently take up space.
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Ways to reframe fear and self-doubt into fuel for personal and professional success.
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How to cultivate meaningful connections and build a supportive community.
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The importance of empowerment and self-trust in shaping the future they truly desire.
Live boldly. Take up space. The world will adjust.
My Story
Have you ever felt like you were living someone else’s version of success? Stuck in expectations that weren’t yours to begin with? I have. For years, I molded myself to fit what others expected, but deep down, I knew I was meant for more.
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Then, everything changed. I made a choice—to reclaim my life. I stopped drinking after years of failed attempts. I embraced my creativity through writing, podcasting, and hosting events. I took control of my life and began living unapologetically. And now, I help others do the same.
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My journey has taken me from performing at the U.S. Embassy in Beijing to directing plays that challenge gender and racial narratives. As the creator of the Resilient Transformation podcast, I amplify voices and stories that inspire change. With a background in social services, teaching, and event hosting, I create spaces where growth, empowerment, and transformation thrive.
Through my signature REC Framework—Resilience, Empowerment, and Connection—I help individuals and organizations cultivate lasting change. Whether I’m speaking at corporate events, leadership summits, or workshops, my mission is clear: to help people break free from limitations and rewrite their own stories.
Change your perspective, Change the world.