Unapologetically Wild with Kadi Sonntag

Breaking Free: Transforming Breakdowns into Breakthroughs for Women

Kadi Sonntag Season 1 Episode 19

This episode is raw. It’s real. And it’s one I almost didn’t record—but I’m so glad I did.

I’m taking you inside a deeply personal experience—one of those moments that feels like everything is falling apart, only to reveal later that it was all falling into place. This was a breakdown that cracked me open… and allowed something more powerful to come through.

Coming from a military background, I’ve worn the “high performer” mask for a long time. But life had other plans. This breakdown wasn’t just emotional—it was identity-shifting. It challenged me to let go of old patterns, release what no longer served me, and choose a new way forward. One that’s softer, more vulnerable, but also so much stronger.

In this episode, I share what it looked like to truly feel—without guilt, without shame—and what happens when we let ourselves be witnessed in that space. This isn’t about staying broken. It’s about rising from it all, more anchored, more aware, and more connected than ever before.

Inside this episode, I open up about:

  • Why my breakdown was actually a breakthrough
  • The unlearning and shedding that comes when we’re ready for growth
  • How vulnerability became my greatest strength
  • The importance of finding support from people who get it
  • Why I trust the universe—even when things don’t make sense yet
  • The story behind my next retreat, and why I created it for us

Let’s keep the energy flowing:
Come connect with me on Instagram where I share more about this journey, holistic wellness, and what it means to live on purpose.

If you’re feeling the call to go deeper—emotionally, physically, spiritually—my upcoming Unapologetically Wild Retreat in the Blue Mountains might be exactly what your soul’s been asking for.

Thank you for holding space with me today. If this episode resonates, please share it with someone who might need to hear they’re not alone. This is Unapologetically Wild—and we get to rewrite the rules, together.

About Kadi

Meet Kadi Sonntag, the unapologetically wild woman leading the charge on living life boldly and breaking free from the limits society tries to set. Born in Maitland in 1992 and raised in Newcastle, Kadi’s love for sports (anything but school!) started early.

From swimming at a national level to competing in high jump at nationals and playing representative basketball, Kadi was always moving, growing, and pushing herself. In high school, she was the sports and school captain, proving leadership comes naturally.

At 19, Kadi took a leap and joined the army, starting as an admin clerk and eventually becoming an army physical training instructor in 2019. She’s served on peacekeeping missions in the Middle East, taken part in exercises in Asia, and now holds the rank of sergeant. Talk about resilience!

When she’s not leading in the military, Kadi’s got her sidekick—her dog Piper—and she’s all about empowering women to tap into their inner strength, unleash their wildest selves, and live unapologetically. Whether she’s playing for the Defence National Basketball Team or sharing her journey on Unapologetically Wild, Kadi is here to help women break free, find their power, and live on their own terms.

Connect with Kadi: @kadi_sonntag

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