In this short Doug shares about internalized beliefs and how they affect us.

Doug Belkofer, a U.S. Army veteran, tech leader, and the founder of Forging Truth—a mission-driven platform dedicated to helping people uncover the hidden beliefs that shape how they see themselves, others, and even God.  From the outside, Doug’s life appeared successful, but internally he carried unexamined wounds and a quiet sense ofunworthiness that left him disconnected from himself and the people he loved. When his marriage reached a breaking point, Doug was forced into a season of deep reckoning, one that transformed how he understood truth, personalresponsibility, and the power of presence.  Today, Doug courageously shares his journey to remind us that healing,clarity, and hope are possible when we’re willing to face what’s real instead of hiding behind who we think we’re supposed to be. 

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Doug Belkofer | Founder & CEO |Forging Truth LLC

3930 Glade Rd, Ste 108-158, Colleyville, TX76034 | 

✉️ dougbelkofer@forgingtruth.com | 

📞 (469) 379‑2927 | 

🌐 www.forgingtruth.com

Welcome to the “Be an Encourager Podcast,” were real stories of transformation, faith, and redemption come to life. I’m your host, Claribel Coreano, joining us is Doug Belkofer, a U.S. Army veteran, tech leader, and the founder of Forging Truth—a mission-driven platform dedicated to helping people uncover the hidden beliefs that shape how they see themselves, others, and even God.  From the outside, Doug’s life appearedsuccessful, but internally he carried unexamined wounds and a quiet sense of unworthiness that left him disconnected from himself and the people he loved. When his marriage reached a breaking point, Doug was forced into a season of deep reckoning, one that transformed how he understood truth, personal responsibility, and the power of presence.  Today, Doug courageously shares his journey to remind us that healing, clarity, and hope are possible when we’re willing to face what’s real instead of hiding behind who we think we’re supposed to be. 

Social Media Contact:

Doug Belkofer | Founder & CEO |Forging Truth LLC

3930 Glade Rd, Ste 108-158, Colleyville, TX76034 | 

✉️ dougbelkofer@forgingtruth.com | 

📞 (469) 379‑2927 | 

🌐 www.forgingtruth.com

Welcome to the "Be an EncouragerPodcast"!"—where real stories of transformation, faith, and redemption come to life. I’m your host, Claribel Coreano. Today, I am absolutely thrilled to welcome an incredible woman to the show—Dr. Agnieszka Piotrowska.

Dr. Piotrowska is a distinguished filmmaker, academic, and certified life coach whose work shines a light on theinvisible stories we carry—especially the struggles behind outward success such as anxiety, burnout, or a lingering sense of unfinished business. Through her platform The Scholars’ Mentor, she supports international PhD studentsand accomplished professionals, helping them reclaim their voice and direction through honest dialogue, creative exploration, and an emotionally nuancedapproach.

Her career is as diverse as it is impactful. Trained at the BBC and holding a PhD in psychoanalysis, she has directed award-winning documentaries—including Married to the Eiffel Tower—and held leadership positions at universities across Europe and Africa. Her work weaves together creativity, ethics, media storytelling, and human transformation, reminding us of the responsibility and power we hold when telling people’s stories.

What truly sets her apart is her depth and integrity. Unlike surface-level coaching that relies on quick fixes, Dr.Piotrowska challenges us to embrace discomfort, complexity, and authenticity as the true paths to growth. She blends intellect with compassion, offering fresh insights into trauma, self-sabotage, and the contradictions of ambition—alwayswith warmth and a deep respect for the human spirit.

As today’s guest, she brings a rare combination of sharp analysis, lived experience, and genuine curiosity. I canpromise you, this is a conversation that will leave you reflecting long after the episode ends.   Again, we welcomeDr. Piotrowska

Contact Information:Dr Agnieszka Piotrowska SFHEA, EMCC: PhD in Psychoanalysis and Ethics in Film, Award-Winning Filmmaker, Academic, and Certified Life Coach
✅ Award-winning filmmaker
✅ Agnieszka Piotrowska has built a professional network of 8,800+ followers across LinkedIn and Facebook.
✅ Linkedin profile
✅ Podcast Episodes & Public Speaking Portfolio

www.agnieszkapiotrowska.co.uk

www.scholarsmentor.com

TEDx  https://youtu.be/uqPce6DG3Ok

Welcome to the "Be an Encourager Podcast:  wherereal stories of transformation, faith, and redemption come to life. I’m your host, Claribel Coreano. Today, I’m absolutely thrilled to welcome an incredible guest to the show—Russell Harvey, widely known as “The Resilience Coach.” Russellis a dynamic Leadership Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Managing Director, and Podcaster with over 20 years of experience in leadership and organizational development. For nearly two decades, he’s specialized in resilience—helping individuals and organizations thrive amid uncertainty. Passionate aboutimpacting 100,000 lives by 2025, Russell has already reached more than 78,000 people through his coaching, workshops, and talks. His engaging, empathetic, and practical approach helps clients rediscover their confidence, clarity, and “passion.” He’s worked with major organizations including the NHS, BT, The Co-operative Group, and Great Ormond StreetHospital. Beyond his corporate work, Russell also gives back as Chair of Governors at a local primary school and a volunteer with Leeds Young Authors, running confidence and public speaking workshops for students. With a wealth of expertise and a heart for empowering others, Russell brings a unique blend of insight, authenticity, and joy to every conversation.  Again, join me in welcoming Russell Harvey  

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 🌐 Website: https://www.theresiliencecoach.co.uk/
💻Media Profile & Bio: https://www.guestsonair.com/profile/russell-harvey
🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russelltheresiliencecoach/
🔗Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theresiliencecoach/
🔗Twitter/X: https://x.com/therescoach

Happy Mother's Day! This is poem is reflecting on being a mother and how quickly our children grow up. We later miss hearing them calling us "Mom" I know we all can relate to this poem.

Welcome to the "Be an Encourager Podcast"!Where real stories of transformation, faith, and redemption come to life. I’m your host,  Claribel Coreano. Today, I amabsolutely thrilled to welcome two incredible women to the Be an Encourager podcast—Stephanie Jones and Victoria Ranes. I had the absolute pleasure of being a guest on their powerful podcast, I Can’t Even Imagine, just twoweeks ago. And now, I have the honor of turning the mic around to interviewthem. 

Stephanie and Victoria have been bestfriends since kindergarten, a rare and beautiful bond that has only grown stronger over the years. They literally grew up across the street from each other and even lived together as young adults. From birthdays and graduations to marriages and motherhood, their lives have been tightly woven together.

But their friendship was tested and deepened in ways they never anticipated. Victoria’s daughter survived a traumatic brain injury, and Stephanie’s son overcame a battle with leukemia. These deeply personal and painful journeys shaped them and strengthened their friendship in profound ways building a connection rooted in faith, resilience,and unwavering support. 

Today, as co-hosts of I Can’t Even Imagine, Stephanie and Victoria use their voices to encourage other momswho have walked through heartbreak and hardship. Their podcast is a space o honesty, hope, and healing and so is their friendship. I can’t wait for you to hear from them both. Get ready to be inspired and uplifted. Welcome to beEncourager podcast! So, Let’s get ready for an enriching and encouraging conversation! Let’s dive in.

Contact Information:Stephanie Jones and Victoria Ranes.

Podcaster

Email:

[email protected]

Social Media Contact:

Face Book:  I Can’tEven Imagine -A Podcast for Moms

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Welcome to the "Be an Encourager Podcast"! Where real stories of transformation, faith, and redemption come to life. I’m your host, Claribel Coreano. I’m thrilled to bring you our Fifth guest of 2025— Bryan May

Bryan is someone who truly understands what it means to rise from the ashes and help others do the same. Bryan is a compassionate and inspiring Breakthrough Consultant who brings a powerful blend of business insight and spiritual depth to the people he serves. With a successful background in real estate and having sold over 300 homes and facilitated more than $250 million in transactions. Bryan’s professional experience is only part of his story. After walking through deep personal valleys, including the heartbreaking loss of his wife and a courageous battle with Crohn’s disease, Bryan leaned into healing, growth, and faith to rebuild his life from the inside out. Today, he uses that journey to guide others through their own breakthroughs. Bryan specializes in helping everyday people push past limiting beliefs, fear, and burnout not through hype or hustle, but with grounded wisdom, accountability, and mindset transformation. He meets people where they are and empowers them to grow in realistic, sustainable ways no pressure to be perfect, no “alpha bro” posturing just authentic change. He brings a relatable, heartfelt approach to personal growth, and I know his insights and encouragement will speak life into you today. Get ready to be inspired and uplifted. Welcome to be Encourager podcast! So, Let’s get ready for an enriching and encouraging conversation! Let’s dive in.

Contact information:

Bryan May

Breakthrough Consultant and Professional Development Strategist

Email:

[email protected]

Social Media Contact:

https://www.instagram.com/bryan.may/

https://www.youtube.com/@BryanMayHelpYou

https://www.bryanisamazing.com/

Welcome to the "Be an Encourager Podcast"!

Where real stories of transformation, faith, and redemption come to life. I’m your host, Claribel Coreano. I’m thrilled to bring you our fourth guest of 2025— Cheryl Rhodes Alexander is a Certified Transformational Life Coach and the CEO/founder of Lyfe Design Coaching, LLC. She brings over 30 years of experience in HR leadership and executive coaching, paired with a strong academic background in psychology and counseling. Through her faith-based coaching approach, Cheryl empowers high-achieving women, especially women of color navigating career transitions or seeking deeper fulfillment despite outward success. Her work supports professional women, typically ages 35 to 65, who are ready to lead with authenticity, heal from within, and thrive with confidence. Get ready for an enriching and encouraging conversation! Let’s dive in. We welcome Cheryl to “Be An Encourager Podcast.”

Contact information:

Stay connected with Cheryl:

📩 Email: [email protected]

🌐 Website: www.lyfedsign.com

📱 Instagram: @lyfedsign_coaching

💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cherylracoaching

📞 Phone: (480) 665-5400

Welcome to the "Be an Encourager Podcast"! Where real stories of transformation, faith, and redemption come to life. I’m your host, Claribel Coreano. I’m thrilled to bring you our Third guest of 2025— Armando Alcala, Born and raised in Texas and Grand Rapids Michigan, he grew up in a loving home with both of my parents, his father, originally from Mexico, and his mother, born in California. As the oldest of four siblings, he experienced a childhood filled with stability, faith, and the comforts of having everything he needed. His parents instilled strong values in him, and from a young age, he was taught the gospel, carrying with him a deep-rooted fear of God.

From an early age, he dreamed of becoming an architect and worked hard in school to make that dream a reality. But life took an unexpected turn when he became the target of relentless bullying. At just 13 years old, searching for acceptance and identity, he found himself drawn into gang life. By 17, he had left home, immersing himself in a world of drugs, alcohol, and practices far from his upbringing. He lived recklessly, thinking he was in control—until anxiety became the very thing that led him back to God. Now, he uses his journey as a testimony to help others. Through his podcast, he share powerful stories of people who have experienced transformation, healing, and redemption.

He is a husband, a father to two daughters and one son, and currently in the process of launching a ministry dedicated to mentoring and guiding young people. Get ready for an enriching and encouraging conversation! Let’s dive in. We welcome to “Be An Encourager Podcast.”

The topic for today is “What is having a Personal Relationship with God?”

Contact information:

Armando Alcala

Podcaster & Youth Mentor

Email:

[email protected]

Social Media Contact:

https://youtube.com/@jayarepodcast?si=ShKzMESooKOtniyw

https://www.instagram.com/jayarepodcast?igsh=MTNiNWkzdTFoamF1dA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

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Break the Glass

To those who thought they broke me—

News flash… you did not break me.

You only shattered the glass that once confined me,

The fragile shell I had been living in.

You see that glass was not protection,

It was a barrier, a prison of my own making.

I had encased myself in it, thinking it kept me safe,

But all it did was hold in the pain, the fear, the trauma.

The wounds inflicted by those who sought to hurt me

Did not destroy me; they became my awakening.

They pushed me—forced me—to see the truth:

That I was never truly free inside that glass.

I once believed I needed someone else to rescue me,

That someone else had to mend my brokenness.

But I was wrong. It was me all along.

I held the power. I had to break the glass myself.

Trauma whispers lies, convincing you that you are weak,

That you are irreparably broken, unworthy of joy.

It tries to chain you to the past, to make you doubt your strength.

But trauma was wrong.

How deep were the wounds that held me captive?

How long did I try to stop the bleeding,

Bandaging my pain with perfectionism, people-pleasing, and masks.

Hiding behind a smile that concealed my suffering.

But here I no longer stand hiding, no longer afraid.

Brave enough to peer into the depths of my wounds,

To unearth every root of pain, every seed of sorrow.

I refuse to let them fester. I refuse to let them define me.

So, I cleanse them, I tend to them with love,

Until they are no longer open wounds but healed scars.

Scars that tell my story, scars that carry my truth.

Scars that bear witness to my resilience.

And still, I remain. Still, I rise.

Not broken, but reborn.

Not shattered, but whole.

A living testimony to healing, to growth, to survival.

So today, I celebrate my healing.

I declare to my past, to my pain, to my trauma—

"I have made it. I am free."

Look how I am thriving!

By Claribel Coreano

2/25/2025

Glory to God for His healing power!