A flawless face can turn heads, but what if it could help someone turn a page? I got to sit down with internationally acclaimed makeup artist and founder of New Light, New Life, Veronica Robles, to explore how a career spent behind the chair revealed a deeper truth: real transformation starts in the mind and radiates outward. From Paris runways to private green rooms, Veronica watched confidence awaken in her clients then a eye opening encounter and a devastating loss sharpened her calling to help survivors of human trafficking and domestic violence rebuild dignity, stability, and self-belief.
Veronica shares the red-flag moment that opened her eyes, the heartbreaking story of her friend Emma, and the mission to honor her legacy with Emma’s Closet: a curated wardrobe of new, beautiful pieces that meet women at the mirror with pride. We unpack the program’s three-part framework: mindset, physical transformation, and life skills, plus practical supports like record expungement, mentorship, and partnerships with Paul Mitchell Schools and Tony Robbins’ programs. You’ll hear why 80% of women return to abusers, how to break that cycle with belief and resources, and what it means to survive, thrive, and ultimately shine as a new chapter begins.
This conversation also widens the lens to include men, highlighting a first T visa case and the broader goal of opening facilities nationwide. If you’ve ever wondered how beauty, trauma recovery, and personal growth can converge into real, measurable change, this is a powerful blueprint. Join us to learn how aligned connections, community support, and an unshakable mindset can help someone see themselves in a new light—and build a new life. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review to help more people find their way to this work. Your voice helps keep the light on for the next person ready to rise.

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