As we wrap up another transformative year on the Aspire Higher Podcast, Charles and Yvana take a heartfelt look back at the moments, guests, and lessons that shaped 2024. From executive leaders to retired athletes and coaches, we revisit stories of resilience, momentum, and soaring to new heights.

In this episode, we also dive into the empowering messages from our Amazon bestselling book, The Flight of Your Life, and discuss why it’s the perfect guide to launch into the new year with purpose and confidence. Whether you're feeling stuck, searching for inspiration, or ready to take the next step toward your dreams, this episode is packed with encouragement and actionable wisdom to help you aspire higher.

Join us as we reflect, celebrate, and prepare for another incredible year ahead. Don’t forget to subscribe, share your favorite moments, and grab a copy of The Flight of Your Life to inspire yourself or a loved one!

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Let’s Aspire Higher together! 

Take a moment for yourself. Reflect, reset, and aspire higher.


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Episode 56

Welcome back to Aspire Higher Podcast with Charles and Yvana Bailey! In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Allison Walsh, a powerhouse of empowerment and inspiration for women around the world. Allison, an international speaker, author of She Believed She Could, and founder of She Believed She Could University, shares invaluable insights on how to break free from self-doubt, embrace daily commitments, and harness the momentum to play big in every area of your life.

From overcoming burnout to redefining success on your own terms, Allison gets candid about her journey, offering practical advice for turning obstacles into opportunities. Learn why confidence is built through small, consistent actions and why aligning with your values is key to long-lasting fulfillment.

Discover how to stop dimming your light, maximize your potential, and invest in your personal growth. Whether you're seeking inspiration, clarity, or a push to take the next big step, this episode is packed with gold nuggets you won't want to miss!

Tune in for powerful stories, transformative advice, and a reminder that you are meant to shine. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs it!

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Podcast: She Believed She Could Podcast
Instagram: @allisonwalsh
Website: allisonwalshconsulting.com

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Yvana:https://www.instagram.com/yvanahb/
Connect with Aspire Higher Enterprises: 
Website: https://www.aspirehigherlife.com/
Podcast: https://www.aspirehigherpodcast.com
Flight of Your Life Book: https://a.co/d/giZQXHY

Let’s Aspire Higher together! 

Take a moment for yourself. Reflect, reset, and aspire higher.


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How empowered would you be if you knew how you responded to stress may be impacting how you "appear" or "show up" to others? Are you open to receive insight into how you can better know yourself and show up for your family, friends, teammates or coworkers?  How much more calm would your life be if you learned that you could identify what stresses you, but how you might best reset the stress and turn it into a super power? We all have a default response to stress, your response is not necessarily your personality, but your "stress personality."

This episode will help you Aspire Higher, unlocking one of the secrets to more happiness, joy, peace of mind and positive interactions in the face of adversity or stress. You will better understand how to own your stress personality type and be empowered to choose more wisely how to reset then respond in a way that helps you and others to feel seen and valued.

Uncover the intriguing concept of "stress personalities" and their profound influence on our mental health and well-being. With insights from her book "Less Stress" and the course "Thriving Mind"—a collaboration with Stanford Medicine and Accenture—Dr. Hodges introduces us to the eight stress personalities. By recognizing our default responses, whether as fighters, worriers, or thrivers, we can adopt targeted strategies to transform stress into a state of calm and control. Her insights highlight the importance of understanding and embracing our stress patterns for personal growth and resilience.

Our discussion delves into the art of self-awareness and the critical role of feedback in emotional regulation. Dr. Hodges emphasizes the power of reflection, intentional presence, and maintaining boundaries in the face of distractions. Through practical exercises and powerful questions, she guides us to protect our energy and align our actions with our core values. We conclude with an invitation to explore Dr. Hodges' work further, as well as our own contributions, fostering a community of listeners eager to embark on their personal growth journey.

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Life gets hard, it gets overwhelming, and often quitting feels like your only option. But you don't know what it means to quit! Allow Charles and Yvana Bailey to share personal encouragement, insights and practical steps to help you push through this  challenging season and rediscover the power you possess.

This is for the business owner, the tired parent, or individual or athlete that feels like you are literally wrestling with doubt or fears of failure.

Charles and Yvana highlight the importance of self transparency, support and the value of staying grounded in faith. 

Even when life gets tough, you have the strength to take flight and keep flying.

Click subscribe and allow your new sources of encouragement help you comprehend why the seeds you sow in tears can yield a great harvest.

In this episode is a personal moment of encouragement for you and a word from their bestselling book, "The Flight of Your Life" that will inspire you to embrace the turbulence and soar to new heights.

If this hits deep within you, hit subscribe, turn on notifications and generously share this episode with family and friends. 

Let’s Aspire Higher, together.

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Yvana:https://www.instagram.com/yvanahb/

Connect with Aspire Higher Enterprises:
Website: https://www.aspirehigherlife.com/
Podcast: https://www.aspirehigherpodcast.com

Flight of Your Life Book:
Hard Cover: https://a.co/d/bP24sPQ
Paperback: https://a.co/d/5dTjYhp

How would you handle facing a life sentence for a crime you didn’t commit? Most of us may never know that fear, but many of us are serving life sentences we didn’t sign up for—trapped in lives we built to please others.

This conversation with Jeff T. Osborne will make you question the life you’re living and inspire you to reclaim your power, your purpose, and your future. Tune in, not just for Jeff’s powerful story, but for your own breakthrough.

In this episode of the Aspire Higher Podcast, Charles and Yvana Bailey sit down with Jeff T. Osborne, a man who was staring down 16 years to life behind bars for a crime he didn’t commit. His story is not just about wrongful imprisonment—it's about breaking free from the invisible chains we wear every day. Jeff’s journey from being homeless and falsely accused to rising as a speaker and mentor to CEOs of Fortune 500 companies is a raw, emotional testament to the power of reclaiming your life.

If you feel stuck in a life that isn’t your own—if you’ve been trapped by expectations, people-pleasing, or fear—this episode is for you. Jeff opens up about the heartbreak, betrayal, and self-discovery that led him to find his true purpose. He challenges us to confront the emotional prisons we often lock ourselves in, and offers a blueprint for breaking free.

Don’t miss this chance to hear life-changing insights on resilience, faith, and rising above the battles that try to define us on Aspire Higher with Charles and Yvana Bailey™. 

You might want to go ahead and hit subscribe and turn on those notifications because you've just found your new favorite show and tag team duo! 

Find Jeff T. Osborne’s speaking, books and more at jefftosborne.com.


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Charles:https://www.instagram.com/charleslbaileyjr/
Yvana:https://www.instagram.com/yvanahb/

Connect with Aspire Higher Enterprises:
Website: https://www.aspirehigherlife.com/
Podcast: https://www.aspirehigherpodcast.com
Flight of Your Life Book:
Hard Cover: https://a.co/d/bP24sPQ
Paperback: https://a.co/d/5dTjYhp

Feeling broken and in need of a break? Discover how to pause, heal, and rise stronger than ever. Join us in this inspiring episode as we delve into the life and experiences of Dr. Tamika Hall, a leader, mentor, and beacon of empowerment for women in business.

In this heartfelt conversation, Dr. Tamika Hall opens up about her journey from struggling with people-pleasing and setting boundaries to becoming a passionate leader and mentor. Discover how overcoming personal challenges, heartbreaks, and infidelity led her to find her true calling. Through candid stories and deep reflections, Dr. Hall shares the importance of recognizing one's identity as a child of God and embracing self-discipline for spiritual refining.

Explore the powerful connection between faith, resilience, and financial stability as Dr. Hall emphasizes the significance of maintaining integrity, yielding to God's will, and the rewards of financial stewardship. Her testimony of obedience and trust in God's perfect timing reveals how surrendering to His guidance can lead to unexpected blessings and breakthroughs.

This episode promises to inspire and encourage listeners on their own path to personal and spiritual growth. By diving into themes of faith, resilience, personal transformation, and financial stewardship, Dr. Hall's insights offer valuable lessons on overcoming life's challenges and discovering true purpose. Join us for an uplifting experience that will motivate you to remain steadfast in your faith journey and embrace the fullness of God's presence and guidance.

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Connect with Charles and Yvana:
Charles:https://www.instagram.com/charleslbaileyjr/
Yvana:https://www.instagram.com/yvanahb/

Connect with Aspire Higher Enterprises:
Website: https://www.aspirehigherlife.com/
Podcast: https://www.aspirehigherpodcast.com
Flight of Your Life Book:
Hard Cover: https://a.co/d/bP24sPQ
Paperback: https://a.co/d/5dTjYhp

In this high-energy episode, we sit down with the legendary Peter Lopez, founder of Publify Press, to discuss the journey from dream to bestselling book. Peter breaks down the importance of owning your publishing rights, investing in your vision, and the reality of working in the publishing industry. With more energy than “three or four cans of coffee,” Peter shares his experiences helping authors take their stories to the next level, revealing behind-the-scenes secrets of building a legacy.

Discover how Peter has helped create countless bestsellers, why “cheap is expensive” in the publishing game, and why betting on yourself is the greatest investment you can make. Our guest, Peter, offers practical advice on navigating the challenges of publishing, the importance of persistence, and why releasing your ideas into the world is so important—whether you're an author, entrepreneur, or dreamer.

Plus, stay tuned for a special surprise as Peter presents a bestselling award and shares exciting plans to help aspiring authors like you get published. 

If you've ever wanted to write a book, leave a legacy, or simply elevate your mindset, this episode is packed with wisdom and motivation.

Listen now and start your journey to betting on yourself!

For those ready to turn their book ideas into reality, head over to Publify Press for a free book template and learn how you can become a bestselling author.

Don’t forget to check out The Flight of Your Life on Amazon and grab your bonus 15-minute session with us when you buy the book!

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Connect with Peter Lopez  at: www.publifypress.com 
Instagram @xplopezjr. 


Connect with Charles and Yvana:
Charles:https://www.instagram.com/charleslbaileyjr/
Yvana:https://www.instagram.com/yvanahb/

Connect with Aspire Higher Enterprises:
Website: https://www.aspirehigherlife.com/
Podcast: https://www.aspirehigherpodcast.com

Flight of Your Life Book:
Hard Cover: https://a.co/d/bP24sPQ
Paperback: https://a.co/d/5dTjYhp

Imagine standing on a mountaintop, breathless from the climb, only to realize that the journey itself was the most transformative part. As we celebrate the launch of our second book, we dive deep into the importance of gratitude, not just during our victories but throughout every twist and turn of our personal and professional journeys. Drawing parallels with the dedication of Olympic athletes, we uncover how maintaining a grateful mindset can shape our paths and fortify our resilience against life's unpredictable challenges.

In light of the immense pressures faced by Olympic athletes, we bring Simone Biles' courageous decision to withdraw from the 2020 Olympics into the conversation. This chapter serves as a crucial reminder that athletes, though often idolized, are human beings first. We strip away the facade of superhuman expectations to highlight the need for empathy and understanding. By sharing the individual struggles and stories behind the medals, we encourage a shift in perception that honors their humanity and the lessons they offer beyond their athletic prowess.

The creation of our book was an emotional rollercoaster, filled with both skepticism and perseverance. This journey has taught us the significant impact of biases on our perceptions and judgments. Using Simone Biles as a case study, we emphasize the importance of informed decisions and empathy in understanding the unseen challenges people face. Concluding with an uplifting encounter at an airport, we highlight how kindness and positive attitudes can lead to unexpected rewards and remind us of the power of setting realistic standards rooted in character and ability. Join us for an enriching conversation on gratitude, resilience, and redefining success beyond societal expectations.

This episode is full of helpful insights, but here some moments you can look out for:
(00:00) Gratitude and Empowerment in Life
(04:05) Navigating Societal Expectations and Pressures
(15:44) Unveiling Biases in Perception
(28:45) Finding Purpose Beyond Societal Expectations

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Connect with Charles and Yvana:
Charles:https://www.instagram.com/charleslbaileyjr/
Yvana:https://www.instagram.com/yvanahb/

Connect with Aspire Higher Enterprises:
Website: https://www.aspirehigherlife.com/
Podcast: https://www.aspirehigherpodcast.com

Flight of Your Life Book:
Hard Cover: https://a.co/d/bP24sPQ
Paperback: https://a.co/d/5dTjYhp