Sarah Behind the Glass

Freedom is what happens when you stop waiting for permission and start following what lights you up. Sarah from Behind the Glass shares the wildly inspiring story of how she turned curiosity into a life built around motion, creativity, and reinvention.What starts as a conversation about “many hats” quickly becomes a masterclass in taking leaps before you feel ready. Sarah opens up about growing up as a dancer, chasing school and scholarships, building a beeswax wrap business from scratch, and then discovering stained glass and competitive swimming as the outlets that changed everything you'll discover: - How Sarah turned a passion project into a real business, complete with farmers markets, packaging design, importing, and environmental partnerships - Why she knows how to spot when a business has run its course and when it’s time to sunset it - How a San Diego craft retreat led to a new obsession with stained glass, commissions, and teaching - Why swimming became her therapy, her reset button, and the place where she keeps getting stronger - What it looks like to make room for your own interests without guilt, even when life is full with kids, work, and family Sarah also shares the real-life chaos behind big transitions, including the long recovery after Will’s accident, the pressure of figuring out work, parenting, and identity all at once, and the way she and Will kept choosing each other through it all. Their story is equal parts resilience, tenderness, and “we’ll figure it out as we go.”If you’ve been stuck waiting to feel ready, this episode is your reminder that you do not need the perfect plan to begin. Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is try the class, start the hobby, make the thing, or take the trip - and trust that the people, confidence, and clarity will come with it.Sarah is a creative entrepreneur, stained glass artist, swimmer, and accidental business builder who proves that the next right step is often the one you can’t fully see yet. Essential listening if you need a push to stop overthinking and start moving. You can find Sarah and here work on her Website Ad follow her amazing journey and Stained Glass Art on Instagram Chapters - 00:00 The Many Hats of Sarah - 01:13 Childhood and Career Beginnings - 04:06 Entrepreneurial Ventures - 08:59 Life Changes and Challenges - 18:24 Discovering Stained Glass Art - 21:08 Dedication to Personal Outlets - 23:27 The Joy of Trying New Things - 26:22 Support and Taking Leaps - 35:45 Embracing Rest and Creativity **This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Views expressed by guests are their own. Some links may be affiliate links. © 2026 Leap Mode Podcast. All rights reserved.**