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What does it take to break through invisible barriers that hold us back? Kyra Wong's journey from orphaned young adult to corporate Vice President offers profound insights into transforming personal struggles into professional triumph.

Abandoned without a support system in Vancouver after losing her parents, Kyra initially sought validation through relationships, resulting in two failed marriages by age thirty. Finding herself a single mother feeling like "a disaster," she made a pivotal decision to invest in her own healing rather than seeking external salvation. Through therapy, self-development work, and relentless determination, she confronted the pain points preventing her from reaching her potential.

When Kyra entered the insurance industry—worlds away from her fine arts background—she distinguished herself through bold creativity. Delivering presentations in costume as characters like "Dr. Wong" or Orphan Annie to illustrate insurance concepts, she connected deeply with audiences while exceeding expectations. This willingness to be vulnerable and different propelled her career forward to executive leadership.

The Magical Unicorn Project emerged from Kyra's recognition of three distinct barriers facing women: corporate glass ceilings limiting advancement, social glass ceilings permitting harassment and inequity, and emotional glass ceilings—the limiting beliefs we impose on ourselves. Through interviewing successful women and supportive men, Kyra creates space for difficult conversations while fostering collaboration rather than division.

Her SPARKLE philosophy encapsulates her approach to breaking barriers: Speak with kindness, maintain Positivity, accept Adversity as opportunity, Rise up beyond expectations, give Kudos generously, share Love in all actions, and Express gratitude daily. This framework has guided her remarkable journey from adversity to advocacy.

Ready to break through your own glass ceilings? Visit magicalunicornproject.com to discover how you can transform obstacles into opportunities and create the empowered life you deserve.

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What does it look like when we embrace our authentic selves, both in business and in life? Jacqueline Bialo offers a masterclass in this journey as she joins the Divas that Care Network to share her multifaceted career and philosophy.

At 47, this Edmonton-based entrepreneur defies conventional modeling standards as a successful full-figured model with 35 years in the arts and culture industry. "It was really from awareness out in the community of body positivity," Jacqueline explains about her modeling career. Her mission transcends the runway – advocating that fashion should embrace every body shape while encouraging everyone to love themselves authentically.

The conversation takes a deeper dive into business consulting, where Jacqueline's approach centers on relationship building and creating strategic connections. Rather than adopting a one-size-fits-all methodology, she works intimately with clients to uncover their passions and potential. "My strength is really relationship building," she shares, whether helping an equine center expand operations or guiding established organizations through innovation roadblocks. Her collaborative approach opens doors for entrepreneurs feeling constrained by limited time, resources, or fear of failure.

Philanthropy forms the third pillar of Jacqueline's impact through her non-profit Art Start, introducing inner-city children to various artistic expressions. Her community engagement philosophy extends beyond financial contributions: "It's not always money... it's your time, energy and resources." She champions starting locally, emphasizing that community involvement builds essential networks while developing personal skills and creating meaningful change.

Guided by her personal mantra of "people, possibility, and potential," Jacqueline exemplifies how authentic success stems from embracing one's unique qualities and using them to forge meaningful connections. Whether you're an entrepreneur seeking growth, someone struggling with body image, or simply looking to make a difference in your community, her insights offer a refreshing perspective on creating impact on your own terms.

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Gia-Raquel Rose, owner of Airs Above Yoga, LLC and a real estate sales associate in Tewksbury, New Jersey has had a love for horses stemming from early childhood. Growing up in “horse country” afforded her the privilege of beginning to ride from the tender age of four. It was a childhood illness, which brought her riding aspirations to an abrupt halt. It took twenty years before she was able to reunite with her long lost passion for horses and their ability to heal. In that time, she received a Bachelor of Arts in Corporate Communication from Arcadia University and became a twice two hundred hour certified yoga instructor in both Hatha and Vinyasa. It was the loss of her mother, Rose, to breast cancer, which ultimately shifted her trajectory from the corporate world to the internal work for which yoga, as a practice, is renowned.

Ready to plant new seeds in your life? As we transition from spring cleansing into a season of growth, this episode explores how yoga can create the perfect conditions for conscious receptivity and new beginnings.

I share the powerful connection between feeling grounded and being able to create. When we're stuck in survival mode, our creative flow becomes blocked—but through specific yoga postures, we can establish the safety needed to open ourselves to new possibilities. The practice focuses on poses that balance both our lower chakras (providing stability) and upper chakras (connecting us to intuition), creating the perfect energetic environment for planting seeds of intention.

We begin with Bound Angle Pose (Baddha Konasana), a fundamental asana that activates both the root and sacral chakras. I provide detailed alignment cues to help you access the full benefits of this pose, including how to use props for better support. From there, we explore Revolved Head to Knee Pose, which creates length through the side body while targeting the often-neglected quadratus lumborum muscle. This posture teaches us how to find release without strain.

The practice progresses to accessible inversions like Downward Facing Dog and Child's Pose, which symbolically reverse our energy flow and bring our intuitive centers into contact with the earth. These poses are generally safe for most practitioners, including expectant mothers (with proper modifications), making this sequence ideal for anyone looking to invite new growth into their lives.

Throughout the episode, I weave in reflections on Mother's Day, acknowledging how this holiday can be challenging for many women while offering compassionate perspectives. Whether you're navigating loss, fertility struggles, or simply seeking to nurture your creative potential, this practice offers a gentle approach to cultivating what serves your highest good.

Try these poses to connect your intuition with your creative center, establishing a conscious pathway between what you envision and what you manifest. What seeds are you planting this season? How might your yoga practice help them flourish?

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Come and check out Host Tina Spoletini today on Confidence in Bloom as she chats with the amazing ​Gayle Marie Morrison on the Divas That Care Network.

Gayle Marie Morrison, a multi-talented Marketing Strategist, Author, Speaker, Consultant, and Coach who has been featured in numerous news outlets and prestigious publications—among them CEO Weekly, Digital Journal, U.S. Business, New York Weekly, and the Wall Street Times, just to name a few. With a rich background in communications, business, and adult education, Gayle has dedicated her career to empowering entrepreneurs and small businesses to unlock their full potential. She brings a people-first approach to marketing, ensuring her clients connect authentically with their audiences and stand out in a crowded marketplace.

Marketing doesn't have to be overwhelming or inauthentic. Marketing strategist Gail Marie Morrison reveals how entrepreneurs can transform their approach by starting with deep self-discovery and genuine client understanding.

At the heart of effective marketing lies what Morrison calls the "Ultimate Trifecta Growth Method" - a comprehensive approach combining visibility, client engagement, and lead flow acceleration. Too many business owners jump straight to tactics without establishing who they uniquely are and whom they're truly meant to serve. The result? Generic marketing that fails to resonate with anyone meaningful.

Morrison challenges conventional thinking about AI tools like Chat GPT, offering a balanced perspective on their role in modern marketing. While these technologies can significantly reduce research time, she cautions against over-reliance that diminishes authenticity. "True connection happens when you pour yourself into your messaging," she explains, recommending an 80/20 balance favoring your genuine voice over AI assistance.

Perhaps most compelling is Morrison's insight on the power of your brand origin story. Every entrepreneur has a unique journey that led them to their current business - and sharing this story creates magnetic connections with clients who relate to similar experiences. One client, a former engineer with a PhD who transitioned to holistic health coaching after overcoming thyroid cancer, transformed her business by finally sharing this powerful narrative.

For those feeling overwhelmed by marketing or behind their competition, Morrison offers reassurance and practical guidance. With the right mentor who truly partners in your success rather than simply selling a program, it's never too late to build a marketing approach that authentically reflects who you are and attracts the clients you're meant to serve.

Ready to discover your unique marketing voice? Morrison's approach proves you don't need to sacrifice authenticity to succeed in today's digital landscape.

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Come and check out Host Tina Spoletini today on Confidence in Bloom as she chats with the amazing Christa Jones on the Divas That Care Network.

Christa Jones is the Founder of Rose City Professional Organizing.

Her Team of 20 Professional Organizers & Declutter Coaches serve clients across Alberta Canada

They help busy, overwhelmed and discouraged individuals reclaim control of their homes, renew peace in their lives, and restore confidence in themselves. 

Since 2019, hundreds of clients across Alberta have experienced the amazing mental and emotional benefits of working with Christa and her Team.

Due to the quick growth and success of Rose City Professional Organizing, utilizing her 20+ years in business and sales experience, Christa decided to step into the realm of Business Coaching. 

Since 2022 she has helped numerous entrepreneurs and business owners in various industries launch, grow and scale their own companies. 

With INEA Certification in NLP, Hypnotherapy, Emotional Freedom Technique and TIME Technique, Christa takes both her Declutter Coaching and Business Coaching to deeper levels. Utilizing techniques that help her clients work with their subconscious identity, beliefs and programs to create the outcomes and results they desire in their homes, lives and businesses.

Krista Jones, founder of Rose City Professional Organizing, shares how decluttering and organizing transform not just homes but lives and mental wellbeing. Through compassionate coaching and practical systems, Krista and her team help clients make intentional decisions about their possessions while addressing the emotional aspects of letting go.

• Studies show women's cortisol levels increase 70% when entering cluttered spaces
• Professional organizing is about emotional transformation, not just physical tidiness
• Attachments to gifts and inherited items often create the hardest decluttering decisions
• Our society's materialism and ease of purchasing contributes significantly to overwhelming clutter
• Children respond well to professional organizing when coached through their possessions
• Creating personalized organization systems based on individual personality types ensures sustainability
• Decluttering before moving prevents unnecessary packing, expense, and future disorganization
• The decluttering process often reveals deeper emotional patterns and opportunities for growth
• A compassionate, non-judgmental approach helps clients process emotions around their possessions
• Professional organizers handle donations, removing a major barrier to completing decluttering projects

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Join Host Joyce Benning as she interviews a her guest Kate Neligan on today's Robust Lifestyles Podcast.

Kate Neligan is an equine-partnered coach, healer, and animal communicator whose life’s work is devoted to the human-animal bond. Kate pairs her intuitive gifts with those of the horses to help people access their own inner power and connect to their life purpose. Kate has been a best-selling author, TEDx speaker, corporate marketing VP, and Huffington Post writer. She has a Master’s in Spiritual Psychology and is certified in Equine Experiential Education. In equine coaching sessions, she facilitates life-changing transformation with horses and humans around the country. In animal communication sessions, she bridges humans and their beloved pets for conversations and healings that spark positive change.

Kate Nelligan returns to discuss the vital importance of honoring equines in equine-partnered coaching by creating respectful relationships before, during, and after sessions. She advocates for a paradigm shift that recognizes horses as equal partners rather than tools or assistants, emphasizing the powerful transformation that occurs when horses are given genuine choice and respect.

• Before sessions: Assess if horses want to participate in coaching work and their individual preferences
• Language matters: Stop saying we "use" horses—they are partners, not tools or assistants
• Give horses genuine choice to participate or decline participation in activities
• During sessions: Stay flexible and read equine energy, being willing to adjust plans when horses communicate
• Horses need breaks, just like humans do, especially during their natural meal times
• After sessions: Express gratitude and allow horses to clear energy through movement, rest, and visualization
• Treating horses as equals builds trust, rapport, and more authentic coaching experiences
• Each horse has a unique "love language" for receiving appreciation after sessions
• Working in herds when possible reduces pressure on individual horses
• Energetic clearing after sessions helps horses release absorbed client emotions

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Join Host Lexi Galbraith as she interviews a variety of committed women weekly, whom are working to make the world a better place! #DivasThatCare

BIO: Life is busy. Sometimes it can seem an unending stream of work bookended with responsibilities, chores, errands, to-dos and, of course, the unexpected. Time has the tendency to disappear faster than a magician’s coin. And even if you have the resources and are motivated, the path to reach your goals can often seem un-wielding and convoluted.
This is why having a coach to provide strategic support and guidance will make all the difference in achieving your happiness. Imagine having a dedicated advisor and advocate who is always on your side to help you. Zoe helps her clients to explore the possibility and potential of true happiness on a journey of self-discovery that is as every bit unique and authentic as they are.

Zoe, a professional happiness coach, shares her journey from a traumatic childhood to finding her purpose helping others discover true happiness through self-awareness and authentic living.

• Happiness coaching framework focuses on knowing who you truly are and living in alignment with that self
• Many clients struggle with not knowing their authentic selves due to trauma, societal expectations, or numbing
• Happiness requires both internal work (removing negatives, amplifying positives) and external boundaries
• Focusing on both present happiness and future self is crucial for making aligned choices
• Reframing negative thoughts is challenging but essential for shifting perspective
• The "deathbed exercise" helps clarify what truly matters by imagining your final reflections
• Ask yourself "Did I earn my good sleep?" each night to maintain alignment with your values
• Self-kindness is foundational to happiness – we're often harsher with ourselves than we would be with others
• Teaching self-compassion to children creates generational healing
• Holistic happiness requires tending to mind, soul and heart – not just physical wellbeing

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Join while Host Sheba as she interviews a variety of committed women weekly, whom are working to make the world a better place! #DivasThatCare

BIO: KE’SHON MACK-BROWN SPEAKER | TRAINER | COACH | CONSULTANT KeyStone Training Strategies & Consulting has successfully developed leaders in various industries and in Early Childhood Education Professionals for over 15 years. The successful minority-owned and operated business evolved to fulfill a professional development gap identified when Ke’Shon began to lend her skills, knowledge, and experience as an entrepreneur/professional in the daycare field over 20 years ago. Being the owner of two full-service daycares Small Scholars Day Care Center, Inc. and Miracle Academy Day Care and Learning Center and President and CEO of KeyStone Training Strategies & Consulting and the Women of Color Wellness Forum have positioned Ke’Shon to deliver high-quality training, coaching, and consulting to an array of individuals and organizations. Ke'Shon is also the author of the 10-Day Self Coaching Guide to support women in their journey to achieve better Mental Health surrounding self-love. Her experience has exceeded industry standards and has won her many accolades.

Keyshawn, a leadership coach and mental wellness advocate, shares powerful insights about social-emotional wellness for women of color and how our mental health ripples through generations beyond ourselves.

• Mental wellness goes far beyond self-care buzzwords and bubble baths – it's about internal wellbeing
• Our mental health as women directly impacts our children, creating generational patterns
• Fears and limitations are often unconsciously passed down from parent to child
• The pandemic forced many to confront relationship dynamics and mental health needs
• Purpose isn't a destination but rather fulfilling needs you identify around you
• Building healthy relationships is fundamental to educational leadership and community wellbeing
• Communities of color face unique stigmas around seeking mental health support
• Five keys to wellness goals: get grace, get growth, get going, get glad, get glory
• Reflection provides opportunity to change perspective and add value rather than subtract
• Women must learn to celebrate their accomplishments while remaining humble

Visit yourkeystonetraining.com/wellness to download Keyshawn's 10-day self-coaching guide to support your wellness journey.

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Gia-Raquel Rose, owner of Airs Above Yoga, LLC and a real estate sales associate in Tewksbury, New Jersey has had a love for horses stemming from early childhood. Growing up in “horse country” afforded her the privilege of beginning to ride from the tender age of four. It was a childhood illness, which brought her riding aspirations to an abrupt halt. It took twenty years before she was able to reunite with her long lost passion for horses and their ability to heal. In that time, she received a Bachelor of Arts in Corporate Communication from Arcadia University and became a twice two hundred hour certified yoga instructor in both Hatha and Vinyasa. It was the loss of her mother, Rose, to breast cancer, which ultimately shifted her trajectory from the corporate world to the internal work for which yoga, as a practice, is renowned.

We explore the often-overlooked aspect of nutrition—what we drink—and how making conscious beverage choices can significantly impact our overall health and wellbeing. Filling our cups with healthier options doesn't mean sacrificing enjoyment; it's about finding balance between nourishment and pleasure.

• Sugar content is the biggest health concern in most beverages, from sodas to fruit juices marketed as "healthy"
• Raw honey makes an excellent natural sweetener alternative, offering antibacterial properties, antioxidants, and potential allergy relief when sourced locally
• Coffee and black tea contain beneficial antioxidants; it's what we add to them that creates problems
• Green tea and matcha provide gentler caffeine with concentrated antioxidants that make excellent afternoon pick-me-ups
• Coconut water serves as nature's sports drink with electrolytes and potassium, making an ideal base for smoothies
• Adaptogenic mushroom beverages offer cognitive benefits, stress reduction, and sleep support beyond simple hydration
• Evening relaxation options like chamomile tea, CBD-infused drinks, and adaptogenic "unwinding" beverages provide alternatives to alcohol
• Making conscious beverage choices creates ripple effects throughout your wellness journey, encouraging mindfulness in other aspects of self-care

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Join Host Joyce Benning as she interviews a variety of committed women weekly, whom are working to make the world a better place! #DivasThatCare

BIO: Deb Matlock grew up in the mountains of Colorado and is deeply committed to nurturing the connection between people, animals, earth, and spirit. She has spent twenty-five years working as a professional environmental and humane educator and naturalist. Additionally, Deb offers shamanic- style spiritual guidance, animal communication, nature connection workshops, and retreats through her business, Wild Rhythms. She is passionate about helping people find connection and deep spiritual meaning in their lives and in the places where they live. Deb holds a Master of Arts in Environmental Education from Prescott College and is pursuing her doctoral degree in environmental studies at Antioch University New England.

We explore the sacred connections between humans and the natural world, diving into ways to communicate with what guest Deb Matlock calls the "more-than-human world." This conversation challenges us to recognize that we're part of a magical dance with all life forms on Earth, not separate from or superior to the rest of nature.

• Understanding the term "more-than-human world" – the birds, animals, rivers, trees, landscapes, and sky that make up our larger community
• Approaching nature communication as normal and natural rather than strange or "woo-woo"
• Recognizing that communication with nature has existed across cultures and throughout human history
• Embracing that there is no single "right way" to communicate with the more-than-human world
• Using all your senses – hearing, feeling, seeing, smelling – to receive messages from nature
• Finding your unique way of connecting rather than following someone else's prescribed method
• Slowing down enough to notice and engage with the natural world, even during brief moments outdoors

Connect with Deb Matlock at wild-rhythms.com or join her Facebook group "Sacred Connection Earth, Animals and Spirit" to learn more about nurturing your relationship with the natural world.

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