We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Sophia Harvey a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Sophia, appreciate you joining us today. Can you tell us the backstory behind how you came up with the idea?

The idea for my podcast, Finding My Way, was born during one of the most chaotic and emotional seasons of my life. At the time, I was working as a software engineer: a role that, on paper, was both respectable and sought after. It paid the bills, but it didn’t feed my spirit. I felt torn between financial stability and a growing sense that I wasn’t living in alignment with my deeper purpose.

Then the pandemic hit. We went remote. Teammates started quitting. The collaborative energy I once relied on disappeared. I lost my manager, and with that, any sense of mentorship or support. As a junior engineer, I was suddenly expected to carry more than I could reasonably handle. The pressure mounted. My new manager was harsh and unsupportive. I began experiencing panic attacks. I was constantly at the doctor’s office. I wasn’t sleeping. I wasn’t thriving. I wasn’t enjoying life.

When I eventually lost that job, I felt a strange mix of grief and clarity. I kept hearing a quiet but persistent nudge: You need to speak about this. Close friends echoed that sentiment, encouraging me to share my story. Still, I hesitated. Vulnerability felt risky. But the phrase Finding My Way kept surfacing in my spirit, and I couldn’t ignore it.

For years, I sat with that calling. I doubted myself. I questioned whether I could succeed. But eventually, I surrendered, not to certainty, but to obedience. I launched the podcast not because I had all the answers, but because I knew I needed to tell the truth. I needed to create a space for honest reflection, for gentle storytelling, for others who might be navigating their own transitions.

The logic behind it wasn’t rooted in metrics or market research, it was spiritual. I knew I could succeed because I was finally aligned. I was no longer chasing titles or external validation. I was creating from a place of truth, and that felt worthwhile.

Sophia, before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?

Hello out there, I’m Sophia, a former software engineer turned multidisciplinary creative. After years in the tech industry, I felt a deep pull to create something more personal, more honest, and more spiritually aligned. That calling led me to launch Finding My Way, a podcast rooted in storytelling, reflection, and faith.

My episodes explore the emotional and spiritual layers of navigating career transitions, burnout, and rediscovering purpose. I speak candidly about my time in tech, the challenges I faced, and how my Christian walk helped me reframe those experiences. It’s not just a podcast, it’s a space for gentle truth-telling, for anyone who’s ever felt stuck, unseen, or unsure of their next step.

What sets me apart is the vulnerability I bring to the mic. I don’t pretend to have all the answers, I share what it’s like to wrestle with uncertainty, to listen for divine guidance, and to choose alignment over applause. My listeners often tell me they feel seen, soothed, and inspired to reflect on their own journeys.

I’m most proud of putting myself out there, especially as someone who once hesitated to share publicly. Creating Finding My Way has been an act of obedience, healing, and courage. It’s opened doors for deeper connection, and it’s helped me embrace my voice as a strategic communicator and gentle creative.

If you’re a potential listener, collaborator, or client, here’s what I want you to know: I care deeply about clarity, accessibility, and emotional resonance. Whether I’m podcasting, organizing workflows, or supporting others behind the scenes, I bring intentionality and heart to everything I do.

What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?

For me, the most rewarding aspect of being a creative is the deep sense of fulfillment I feel when I sit down to record my podcast. It’s more than just hitting “record”, it’s a moment of alignment, where I get to tell my story honestly and gently. I speak from a place of lived experience, hoping that something in my journey resonates with someone else who might be navigating uncertainty, burnout, or spiritual transition.

There’s something sacred about turning pain into purpose, and vulnerability into connection. Every episode is a quiet act of courage. I don’t always know who’s listening, but I trust that the right people will hear it at the right time. That trust, that my story might offer someone clarity, comfort, or companionship, is what keeps me going.

Any advice for growing your clientele? What’s been most effective for you?

So far, the most effective strategy for growing my audience has been word of mouth. I haven’t fully branched out into social media yet, but the organic support from listeners sharing my podcast with friends, family, and their communities has been incredibly meaningful. It’s a slow and steady kind of growth, but it feels aligned with the heart of Finding My Way.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: @findingmywaywithsophie
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@FindingMyWayPodcast