This Call Me Courage Midweek Inspiration and Motivation reflection explores the difference between self-worth and confidence, and why that distinction matters when you are trying to feel more grounded in your life. 

Kena shares a personal story about building confidence through career success, then reframes worth as something deeper, steadier, and not dependent on achievement. She discusses how self-worth acts like the roots of a tree, while confidence is more like the branches and leaves that grow outward. 

The episode closes with a simple challenge: nurture your roots this week with one intentional act of care, gratitude, boundary-setting, or self-forgiveness.

MANTRA: My worth is not a reward to be earned, but a truth I already possess.

• Self-worth and confidence are related, but they are not the same thing
• Self-worth is an internal sense of value, while confidence is built through action, practice, and experience
• External measures of worth can include money, title, success, family role, social belonging, and possessions
• Kena uses the tree metaphor to explain why healthy roots matter more than visible growth
• A personal career story shows how achievement can create confidence without necessarily creating self-worth
• Success in a demanding field like construction accounting and software implementation did not always equal fulfillment
• True worth can come from family, authenticity, service, and meaningful work
• Call Me Courage uses the idea of a North Star Constellation, the five core values that guide decisions
• When self-worth has been damaged, support can include coaching, better company, gratitude, health care, or daily rituals
• The core reminder is that worth is not something to earn at the finish line

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Why this reflection matters for confidence and self-worth

00:58 - Self-worth is not the same as confidence

01:54 - The many ways people measure their value

02:21 - Why the tree metaphor explains the difference clearly

03:21 - Early jobs and the path into accounting

04:19 - Career success, retirement, and the harder question of worth

05:16 - Achievement versus fulfillment

06:15 - How self-worth supports confidence

06:44 - The North Star Constellation and core values

07:40 - Practical ways to nurture damaged roots

08:37 - Why worth does not depend on what you achieve

09:35 - The weekly mantra: worth is already yours

10:04 - Closing reminder to choose courage gently

Resource: https://www.harleytherapy.co.uk/counselling/low-self-worth.htm

The opinions shared on this podcast are solely those of the hosts, Kena. If you are in crisis or feel you may be in danger, please seek professional help. Additional support resources can be found on the Call Me Courage blog page. https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/blog

Connect with Kena and Call Me Courage

Courage Journey https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/couragejourney

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In this episode of Call Me Courage Midweek Inspiration & Motivation, Kena reflects on the importance of being a good example in life, sharing personal stories of struggle and growth. She emphasizes the courage it takes to face difficult choices, the impact of our actions on those around us, and the necessity of asking for help. Kena encourages listeners to embrace their imperfections and strive for personal growth, reminding them that they are not alone in their journeys.

If you are finding yourself in an abusive situation or dependent on masking your life with bad habits, please dig deep and find your courage to reach out for help. This is a link to the Call Me Courage Blog which has a couple options for resources that you can contact. https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/blog

Always remember: no matter how harsh your inner critic might be right now, there is a beautiful, authentic person inside you waiting to shine. We aren't meant to walk this path alone. Our motto at Call Me Courage is—Your Strength Lies Within! Lean into that power today, and trust the guiding light that is already inside you. 

Walk With Us: If this episode brought a little extra light to your day, please consider subscribing and leaving a gentle review. Sharing this podcast helps our Call Me Courage community grow, ensuring no one has to walk this journey alone.

TAKEAWAYS

• Are you proud of the way you show up in the world?
• Our lives are filled with lessons, sometimes the hardest lessons.
• Sometimes the hardest lessons become the ones that shape us the most.
• We can lose ourselves when we try to numb pain.
• I had to choose me, I had to choose my son.
• You don't have to be perfect to be an example.
• Asking for help is not weakness, it is courage.
• Choose one small thing that moves you toward the person you want to become.
• Someone may be watching you and learning from your courage.
• You are allowed to become a different version of yourself.

CHAPTERS

00:00 The Courage to Reflect

01:00 Personal Lessons and Growth

02:53 Defining Choices and Courage

05:47 Breaking the Cycle of Abuse

08:59 Becoming a Good Example

Connect with Kena and Call Me Courage

Courage Journey https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/couragejourney

Call Me Courage Website: https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/

Follow Call Me Courage on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callmecouragepodcast/

The opinions shared on this podcast are solely those of the hosts, Kena. If you are in crisis or feel you may be in danger, please seek professional help. Additional support resources can be found on the Call Me Courage blog page. https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/blog

#courage #personalgrowth #reflection #choices #overcomeadversity #selfdiscovery #askforhelp #parenting #lifelessons #resilience #clarity #confdence #courage #callmecourage #midweekinspirationandmotivation #callmecouagepodcast #inspiration #modivation

Call Me Courage Good Conversations: The Courage to Ask for Help

GUEST: Permelia Parham, founder of Vibrational  Healing and the Healing Institute. Links are in the show notes below.

In this episode, Kena interviews Permelia Parham and explores the transformative journey of Permelia from an event planner to a vibrational healing practitioner. They discuss the courage it took for Permelia to embrace change, her experiences with intuition, and the creation of the Healing Institute, a platform for holistic practitioners. 

The dialogue highlights the importance of personal growth, the power of networking, and the impact of healing on both individuals and communities. 

In this conversation, Kena and Permelia Parham explore themes of courage, self-care, and the importance of understanding one's purpose. 

They discuss the fawner personality, the challenges of receiving, and the balance between giving and receiving in relationships. 

Permelia shares her journey of healing and personal development, emphasizing the ongoing nature of healing and the significance of asking for help. The discussion also touches on the Course in Miracles and the Body Code as tools for vibrational healing.

ACTION ITEMS FOR LISTENERS

• Notice where you may be fawning or over-giving
• Ask yourself what you need before trying to support everyone else
• Practice receiving help instead of defaulting to self-reliance
• Stay curious when something feels aligned, unfamiliar, or worth exploring
• Build a daily grounding routine that supports your own energy before serving others

CHAPTERS

00:00 Reconnecting and New Beginnings

02:58 Embracing Change and New Opportunities

05:52 The Journey to Vibrational Healing

12:01 Finding Purpose in Healing

18:00 Creating the Healing Institute

27:23 Global Reach and Courage in Marketing

29:02 Understanding the Fauner Personality

30:29 The Importance of Self-Care

31:45 Discovering Individual Purpose

32:49 Healing Through Personal Development

33:15 The Challenge of Receiving

36:40 Balancing Giving and Receiving

37:43 When to Seek Professional Help

39:39 The Course in Miracles and Ego Awareness

46:02 The Ongoing Journey of Healing

48:41 Vibrational Healing and Body Code

Permelia Links:

Vibrational Healing: https://vibrationalhealing.ca/about/about-vibrational-healing/

The Healing Institute: https://www.the-healing-institute.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/permelia-parham/

The Grand Connection

https://www.linkedin.com/company/grand-connection-business-networking-group/posts/

#bodycode #becurious #practicereceiving #dailyroutines #fawning #personalgrowth #healinginstitute #vibratoinalhealing #clarity #confidence #courage #callmecourage #callmecouragepodcast #goodconversatoins 

The opinions shared on this podcast are solely those of Kena and her guest speaker. If you are in crisis or feel you may be in danger, please seek professional help. Additional support resources can be found on the Call Me Courage blog page. https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/blog

Call Me Courage Midweek Inspiration & Motivation:

Reclaiming Your Appearance: Why Courage Looks Powerful, Not "Pretty"

Kena shares a raw Midweek Inspiration reflection about reclaiming how women are allowed to look and present themselves. The episode centers on one core idea: a life shaped by survival, caregiving, and hard-won boundaries does not need to look soft to be valid. This is a short solo episode about self-acceptance, inner strength, and refusing to apologize for looking powerful.

Primary goal: Educational and motivational

MANTRA: I AM A WARRIOR

Main topics: Reclaiming appearance, trauma and resilience, self-trust and courage

• The societal pressure on women to look pretty and soft
• The true meaning of courage and strength
• How life experiences etch expressions on our faces
• The importance of owning your authentic presence
• The misconception that strength looks soft or gentle
• The story behind the speaker's own face and battles
• The call for women to embrace their fierce expressions
• The mantra: 'I am a warrior' as a source of empowerment
• The Courage Journey coaching method for self-trust and authenticity

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction: Redefining Courage and Strength

02:23 The Significance of Facial Expressions and Life Battles

04:48 Societal Expectations vs Authentic Power

07:06 Empowering Women to Own Their Fierce Presence

08:00 Introducing the Courage Journey Coaching Method

08:28 Closing: Embrace Your Strength and Courage Gently

Connect with Kena and Call Me Courage:

Courage Journey Information https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/couragejourney

Call Me Courage Website: https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kena-campbell-88643814/

Follow Call Me Courage on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callmecouragepodcast/

Listen to us on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/call-me-courage/id1870941728

Watch our videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CallMeCourage

The opinions shared on this podcast are solely those of the hosts, Kena. If you are in crisis or feel you may be in danger, please seek professional help. Additional support resources can be found on the Call Me Courage blog page. https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/blog

#warrior #empowerment #beyou #authenticity #strength #selfacceptance #innerpower #clarity #confidebce #courage #callmecourage #callmecouragepodcast #inspirationandmotivation #couragejourney

In this Call Me Courage Midweek Inspiration and Motivation episode, Kena discusses how to equip oneself to deal with irrational and unpredictable people. She shares personal experiences and insights on establishing boundaries, finding clarity, and having the courage to choose oneself in challenging situations. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-care and seeking support when faced with irrationality.

Mantra: I choose me. I choose me. I choose me.

The opinions shared on this podcast are solely those of the hosts, Kena. If you are in crisis or feel you may be in danger, please seek professional help. Additional support resources can be found on the Call Me Courage blog page. https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/blog

TAKEAWAYS

• Dealing with irrational people requires a game plan.
• Establishing boundaries is crucial for personal well-being.
• You can choose how to respond to others' behavior.
• Walking away can be a healthy response when necessary.
• Recognizing your own needs is essential in difficult situations.
• Coping skills can become ingrained from childhood experiences.
• It's important to seek support when navigating irrationality.
• Clarity and confidence can lead to courageous decisions.
• Choosing yourself is a powerful act of self-care.
• You are allowed to pause and trust your feelings.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Dealing with Irrationality

00:50 Understanding the Impact of Unpredictability

03:12 Establishing Boundaries and Responses

05:45 Finding Clarity and Courage

08:07 Your Courage Challenge and Mantra

CONNECT with Kena to set up a 20 Minutes complimentary call and start your 5-Week Journey today. Take that next step.  [email protected]

About the 5-Week Courage Journey https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/couragejourney

Call Me Courage Website: https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/

Connect with Kena on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kena-campbell-88643814/

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In this Call Me Courage Midweek Inspiration episode, the theme  is real connections. Emphasizing the importance of connecting with oneself before forming deep relationships with others.Kena discusses the various roles people play in our lives, the concept of fawning as a protective mechanism, and her personal journey towards authenticity. Kena encourages listeners to invest in themselves and highlights the transformative power of love and self-acceptance.

Mantra: Investing in myself is the best gift ever.

• We all need a team of people around us.
• Real connection isn't about surrounding ourselves with people who agree.
• Sometimes the people who challenge us the most can teach us the most.
• You are not broken; parts of you may need permission to speak.
• The answer is love: love for ourselves and others.
• Investing in yourself is crucial for personal growth.
• You cannot have deep connections without self-connection.
• Imagine a world approached from love and compassion.
• You have a unique light to shine in the world.
• Choose yourself, discover yourself, and trust yourself.

Chapters

00:00 The Importance of Real Connections

02:54 Understanding Fawning and Self-Discovery

06:02 The Journey Back to Authenticity

08:54 Investing in Yourself for Deeper Connections

The opinions shared on this podcast are solely those of the hosts, Kena. If you are in crisis or feel you may be in danger, please seek professional help. Additional support resources can be found on the Call Me Courage blog page. https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/blog

Connect with Kena and Call Me Courage

Courage Journey https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/couragejourney

Call Me Courage Website: https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kena-campbell-88643814/

Follow Call Me Courage on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callmecouragepodcast/

Listen to us on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/call-me-courage/id1870941728

 #callmecourage #callmecouragepodcast #midweekisnpiration #midweekmotivation #couragejourney #realconnections #beyou #meetyou #selfconnection #shineyourlight

You Can't Control the Past

Kena shares a reflective midweek message about not letting past pain define future choices. This episode is a personal, motivational solo reflection about trauma, healing, and the decision to build a different life going forward.

In this episode, Kena opens up about childhood instability, abusive marriages, and the patterns she had to unlearn before stepping into a more authentic life. 

The core message is simple and direct: you cannot control what happened to you, but you can choose what comes next.

Mantra: My past has given me some of my greatest gifts

Key topics

• Many life circumstances are not chosen, including family, environment, treatment by others, and early experiences.
• Growing up without emotional safety shaped her tendency to hold feelings in.
• Kena shares the story of her parents' divorce, her brother's struggles in school, and the instability that followed.
• She connects childhood wounds to later patterns in two abusive marriages, where she looked outside herself for approval, love, and worth.
• Kena emphasizes that the past can explain a person without defining them.
• She reflects on a year of personal change: speaking her truth, being more authentic, and no longer carrying responsibility for everyone else's feelings.
• She links this season of change to her courage journey method, which focuses on clarity, confidence, and courage.
• Kena shares a hopeful family outcome, noting that the brother who once felt like an enemy is now one of her strongest supports.

Chapters

(00:00) Opening challenge: not letting the past control your life

(02:23) Childhood memory: hearing about her parents' divorce

(02:53) Growing up without emotional safety at home

(03:23) Learning to hold feelings in and stay guarded

(04:23) How childhood patterns showed up in abusive marriages

(04:50) Looking for approval, love, and worth outside herself

(05:17) Finding the courage to leave and reclaim her life

(05:47) Your past can explain you without defining you

(07:39) Choosing growth, joy, and a better next chapter

(08:06) A sibling relationship rewritten in adulthood

(08:36) Weekly mantra: my past has given me some of my greatest gifts

Notable Quotes

"You cannot control your past, but you can choose what you do with it."

"Your past can explain you without defining you."

"Your past may have written the first chapters, but you get a say in the chapters that come next."

The opinions shared on this podcast are solely those of the hosts, Kena. If you are in crisis or feel you may be in danger, please seek professional help. Additional support resources can be found on the Call Me Courage blog page. https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/blog

Courage Journey https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/couragejourney

Call Me Courage Website: https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kena-campbell-88643814/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callmecouragepodcast/

#clarity #confidence #courage #callmecourage #callmecouragepodcast #inspiration #motivatio

Kena speaks with Elizabeth Mae Honeycutt about growing up around silence, turning survival into discernment, and building a life rooted in peace, accountability, and authentic visibility. 

They explore the profound impact of childhood experiences on personal growth and the journey towards healing. Elizabeth shares how her childhood trauma shaped her protective instincts, how anger can become fuel instead of destruction, and why healing as an adult is personal responsibility. 

They also explore what it means to be seen, to speak truth without hiding, and to create public presence that matches inner values.

The conversation culminates in the acknowledgment that healing is a personal responsibility that must be embraced as adults. 

Connect with Elizabeth:

Website: https://elizabethmaehoneycutt.lovable.app/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmaehoneycutt/

TAKEAWAYS

• Elizabeth's story reflects the experiences of many who feel silenced.
• Childhood experiences can shape our protective instincts and strengths.
• Choosing an unfamiliar future can be more challenging than staying in familiar harm.
• Anger can be transformed into a source of purpose and fuel for change.
• Compassion for others does not mean excusing their harmful behavior.
• Healing from trauma is a personal responsibility that must be taken seriously.
• The journey of personal growth often involves reinventing oneself multiple times.
• It's essential to find a supportive community that celebrates your growth.
• Understanding the impact of our past can help us make better choices in the future.
• Healing is not about perfection but honesty and responsibility.
• Authentic visibility means being true to oneself in public spaces.
• Criticism often reflects the critic's own fears and insecurities.
• Creating peace within oneself contributes to a more peaceful society.
• Visibility without strategy can lead to noise rather than meaningful engagement.
• Self-care practices, even small ones, are vital for personal peace.
• The journey of self-discovery involves asking hard questions and reflecting on experiences.
• Overcoming fear of rejection is essential for sharing one's gifts with the world.
• Personal change can have collective consequences, impacting the world positively.

TIME STAMPS

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:59 The Impact of Childhood Experiences

06:06 Defining Moments and Personal Growth

12:02 Transforming Anger into Purpose

17:59 Compassion vs. Excusing Behavior

27:00 Taking Responsibility for Healing

29:25 The Essence of Personal Accountability

32:03 Visibility with Purpose

35:04 Authentic Visibility and Public Coherence

40:04 Overcoming Fear of Criticism

49:08 Helping Clients Discover Their Authentic Message

52:55 The Power of Personal Change

The opinions shared on this podcast are solely those of the hosts, Kena and her guest. If you are in crisis or feel you may be in danger, please seek professional help. Additional support resources can be found on the Call Me Courage blog page. https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/blog

#peace #courage #authenticity #personalchange #callmecourage #callmecouargepodcast

Start your Call Me Courage - Courage Journey today!

Feeling stuck doesn’t mean you’re lost — it means you’re being called back to yourself. ✨

If your heart is whispering that it’s time for a change, listen. Your wisdom, courage, and clarity are already within you.

Kena has relaunched the Call Me Courage 5-Week Courage Journey — a personalized coaching experience designed to help you reconnect with who you truly are and take your next courageous step.
If this speaks to you, send me a DM to book your complimentary 20-minute discovery call.

Email Kena: [email protected]

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Discover the vital role trust plays in our personal and professional lives, and how cultivating it can lead to greater emotional safety and authenticity. Kena shares inspiring stories, practical insights, and a gentle call to reconnect with trust and courage.

In this episode, Kena discusses the importance of trust in relationships and the impact of trust on emotional safety. She shares personal stories and insights about trust, highlighting the need for honest conversations and awareness of trust issues. Kena also offers a mantra for building trust and encourages listeners to choose courage and trust themselves.

Mantra for the week: 

I release my fear.

I open my heart.

I allow others to show me their goodness.

KEY TOPICS

• The significance of trust in relationships, from family to self
• Insights from Brene Brown’s story about trust and vulnerability
• How trust impacts emotional safety and foundational well-being
• Lessons from a real-life example of broken trust at work and its repercussions
• The analogy between trust and a house’s foundation, based on Maslow's hierarchy of needs
• Subtle signs that trust may be missing, like withholding feelings or comparing oneself to others
• The transformation from independence to understanding the power of teamwork and trust
• Recognizing when trust has been compromised and the importance of honest conversations
• Practical mantra: “I release my fear, I open my heart, and I allow others to show me their goodness”
• Invitation to explore the Courage Journey coaching program to rebuild trust in oneself

Timestamps: 

Chapters

• 00:00 The Importance of Trust
• 03:01 The Foundation of Trust
• 05:55 Recognizing and Rebuilding Trust

RESOURCES

Brene Brown - Dare to Lead https://a.co/d/09Zk23ti

Brene Brown Resources Website https://brenebrown.com/workbook-art-pics-glossary/

Connect with Kena and Call Me Courage

Courage Journey https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/couragejourney

Call Me Courage Website: https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kena-campbell-88643814/

Follow Call Me Courage on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callmecouragepodcast/

The opinions shared on this podcast are solely those of the hosts, Kena. If you are in crisis or feel you may be in danger, please seek professional help. Additional support resources can be found on the Call Me Courage blog page. https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/blog

#trust #clarity #confidence #courage #callmecourage #callmecouargepodcast #inspirationandmotivation #CourageJourney