About Marni

The Paradox

of Falling Apart

to Become Whole

Phoenix is a raw, unflinching memoir by Marni Spencer-Devlin, chronicling her extraordinary journey from the depths of trauma, addiction, and despair to the heights of success, self-discovery, and healing.

Marni's early years were marked by emotional neglect, abuse, and a desperate search for love and validation. Molested by her brother, raped by her father's friend, she married a man she thought would save her but he introduced her to heroin as a way to control her. She escaped but was left a criminal, a prostitute, homeless, and finally ended up in prison when she had an epiphany: she deserved better than the life she was living. Determined to create a better life for herself, she used her time in prison to transform herself.

Upon her release, someone gave her a start. A job in marketing was the beginning to a multi-million-dollar enterprise. Her life became a fairytale of glamour and luxury. Still, a sense of fulfillment and happiness remained elusive, and Marni didn’t know why.

Then, a deadly diagnosis stripped away her external success and forced her to confront the wounds within. Embarking on a profound journey inward, Marni discovered the transformative power of authenticity, self-love, and purpose.

With searing honesty and gripping detail, Phoenix explores the paradox of falling apart to become whole, revealing how even the most shattered lives can be rebuilt.

Marni's story is a beacon of hope for anyone who has ever felt lost, unworthy, or broken, showing that true healing is possible and that we can rise from the ashes.

Marni Spencer-Devlin is a bestselling author, transformational coach, visual artist, and a dynamic speaker.

She was the founder and former President and CFO of odcm marketing, a multi-million-dollar direct mail advertising firm with seventy employees.

Marni's journey from abuse, trauma, addiction, and homelessness to personal transformation and subsequent outrageous business success is a powerful testament to human resilience and authenticity. A life-threatening diagnosis led to a profound awakeningto and insights that redefined her purpose and inspired her mission to help others live with radical authenticity.

She was named a Top 100 Who's Who by Women in E-Commerce Magazine and was a cover and featured article in Grey Matters magazine.

She is a sought-after guest on radio shows and podcasts on personal empowerment and living successfully.

She authored several books: ,

Crawling Into the Light - – a memoir from tragedy to triumph.

The Iceberg Principles – the truth about the Universe and your place in it.

The List Method – the science-based method to finding your soulmate.

Phoenix - a reminder that even in the depths of despair there is hope for a brighter future.

She was a conributing writer to Insider Strategies of Industry Leading Consultants.

Today, Marni lives together with her soulmate in the Sequoia National Forest in Southern California and in Umbria, Italy.

Valentina Soto

HUMANElevated

I used Marni as a career coach. She provided so much clarity and helped me realize that I wasn’t thinking big enough for myself.

I am on track to do six figures, and there is no way I could have done it without her.

Belèn Gonzales

"The process Marni takes people through creates amazing clarity for the direction of your business or organization.

I highly recommend Successful Living Coaching to anyone wishing to improve their career and life."

Yemen Barčak

This woman is phenomenal. Her energy is immaculate!!!

She has been such a massive inspiration to me!

And she still keeps upgrading every day in every way!!!

Billie Jackson

Marni helped me understand what was getting in my way as I seek true love.

The information was interesting and the exercises were thought-provoking.

If you’ve been searching for love too long, talk to Marni!