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Ep. 166 Are you ready to be inspired and take charge of your life? Tune in NOW to discover how Shana is helping women just like you unmask their greatness.
Shana Gourdine, also known as the Lady Behind the Mask, shares her inspiring journey from surviving domestic violence to becoming an empowering figure turning domestic abuse survivors into thrivers!
🔥 What to Expect:
Shana dives deep into how she transformed her pain into purpose, becoming a voice for women and children, launching her entrepreneurial ventures, and writing her debut book, "The Mask Behind the Mask." But it doesn’t stop there—Shana also shares her practical advice on building a strong support system, knowing your worth, and living fearlessly in both business and life.
✨ Key Moments You Can’t Miss:
About the Guest:
Shana Gourdine is a domestic violence survivor, poet, motivational speaker, and podcast host who empowers others through self-awareness, confidence-building, and trauma healing workshops. She is also the owner and editor-in-chief of Unmasking Motivation Magazine. Shana's literary works, including her debut poetry collection, The Mask Behind the Mask, encourage readers to embrace their imperfections. Her efforts have earned her numerous accolades, including the Purple Ribbon Award of Courage, multiple best-selling titles on Amazon, and the 2024 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award.
Website: www.shanaunmaskingmotivation.com
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Chapters
0:00 Shana Gourdine's Journey From Abversity to Empowerment
3:47 Healing and Empowerment After Leaving an Abusive Relationship
9:11 From Poetry to Advocacy
14:52 Balancing Entrepreneurship and Family Life
21:03 Turning Pain Into Purpose and Empowering Through Children's Books
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Ep. 165 Ready to Break Free from Past Trauma? 💔 In this week’s powerful episode of Fearless Fridays with Maryann, Jalisa Hardy, a holistic health practitioner and survivor of unimaginable hardships, shares her awe-inspiring journey of healing and transformation. From childhood trauma to surviving abuse in marriage, Jalisa’s story is a raw testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of faith. 🙏🏾
If you've ever felt broken by your past, Jalisa's story will remind you that healing is possible, no matter how deep the scars run. She opens up about her rebranding as "The Golden Child" and how she's turning her pain into purpose—helping others heal holistically and live life without limits.
✨ Whether you're seeking personal healing or need inspiration to overcome your own adversities, this episode will leave you feeling empowered and ready to embrace your journey with faith and resilience.
Website: https://jalisahardy.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jalisathegoldenchild/
Book: It’s All in Me
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jalisa.ray.5
Bio:
Minister Jalisa Hardy is a single mom of 3 young children, licensed minister, self-published author, Human Design Expert, Spiritual Alchemist, Trauma of Money Certified Professional, a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner residing in Glen Burnie, MD. She is known as The Golden Child.
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Ep. 164 Karsta Marie joins Maryann Rivera-Dannert on Fearless Fridays to discuss how she transformed her seemingly perfect life into one filled with genuine joy. From leaving a stable teaching career to pursuing her passion in coaching and speaking, Karsta shares her journey of embracing authenticity and overcoming fears. They discuss the importance of visualization, aligning actions with personal goals, and the challenges of a non-conventional career. Tune in to hear how Karsta inspires others to live by their own design, not by default.
About the Guest:Karsta Marie is a personal development expert, speaker, coach, and author. With a background as a K-12 educator, Karsta transitioned to empowering women to live life by their own design through her coaching business. She is passionate about helping individuals discover joy by living authentically and aligning their actions with their inner desires. Karsta has hosted vision board workshops and is launching a new podcast focused on personal growth and genuine living.
Resources:Website: karstamarie.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karsta_marie
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro: Rekindling Joy in a Perfect Life
2:13 Journey to Authentic Living and Coaching
10:22 From Picture Perfect to Passionate Chaos
11:42 Manifesting Dreams Through Vision Boards and Personal Growth
17:04 Living Fearlessly and Launching a New Podcast
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Ep. 163 🌟 Are you ready to step into your true potential? In this episode of Fearless Fridays, Maryann sits down with Quiana Turner, an inspiring entrepreneur and self-actualization coach who shares her powerful journey from childhood challenges to personal empowerment. Quiana reveals the secrets behind her success, including the importance of self-love, faith, and forgiveness in overcoming life’s toughest moments. Tune in to hear how her e-books, coaching, and podcast are changing lives. Don’t miss out on this transformative conversation! 🎙️✨
Key Takeaways:Speak to My Heart Podcast https://www.podpage.com/speak2myheart/
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Chapters:
0:00 Overcoming Abandonment to Entrepreneurial Success
1:37 Quiana Turner's Journey to Self-Love and Empowerment
6:22 A Journey of Faith, Forgiveness, and Self-Discovery
15:20 Empowerment Through Affirmations and Coaching for Youth and Adults
17:28 Living Fearlessly and Embracing Your Inner Superstar
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Ep. 162 Ready to break free from societal expectations and live life on your own terms? 🌟 This week on Fearless Fridays with Maryann, Maryann Rivera-Dannert welcomes Christina Smith, a former corporate professional who made the bold leap into entrepreneurship and authorship. Christina shares her powerful journey of transformation, revealing the pivotal moment that shifted her life’s direction—from seeking external validation to discovering her true desires.
In this episode, Christina dives deep into her book Inviting Shift, where she unpacks the meaning behind the acronym SHIFT and how it’s essential for personal transformation. She emphasizes the importance of embracing discomfort, leveraging your natural gifts, and focusing on what you truly want—not what others expect of you.
If you’re a midlife woman feeling stuck in the "comfort zone" or yearning for more authenticity and fulfillment, this episode is your wake-up call. Tune in to discover how to align your life with your true self and make a lasting impact, all while being kind and gentle with your humanness.
Don’t miss this inspiring conversation that could be the key to unlocking your best self. 🎧 #FearlessFridays #InvitingShift #PersonalTransformation #MidlifeWomen #AuthenticLiving
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Chapters
0:00 From Corporate Employee to Entrepreneur and Author
1:32 Christina Smith's Journey to Life Coaching
9:54 Balancing Work Hours and Leaning Into Your Gifts
16:09 Rethinking the American Dream and Embracing Foreign Work Cultures
17:43 The Five Stages of S.H.I.F.T and Taking Action
25:12 Trusting Yourself and Managing Fear
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Ep. 161 Maryann Rivera-Dannert welcomes Juri Love, a multifaceted professional and single mom from Japan who shares her inspiring journey from overcoming severe adversities to achieving remarkable success. Discover how Juri balanced motherhood with a career in music, film, and journalism, and how her hardships led to founding a nonprofit and writing the book "A Gift from Adversity." Alongside insights on managing multiple roles, Juri discusses her approach to self-care and offers valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and writers. Join the conversation on resilience, triumph, and creating a fulfilling future against all odds.
Key Takeaways:About the Guest: Juri Love AKA "Goddess of Connection", Juri is a musician, model, actor, survivor of abuse and homelessness, motivational speaker, journalist, film and TV producer, Reiki Practitioner, and Rotarian.
She also founded a nonprofit organization, Genuine Voices, and now runs Juri Love Productions. Her work extends to the podcasting world with "A Gift from Adversity," where she explores stories of overcoming challenges from various guests worldwide.
Juri is a recipient of "Heroes Among Us" from the NBA Boston Celtics, the Volunteerism and Noteworthy Neighbor award from The New England Patriots, and the Paul Harris Award from Rotary International.
Her inspiring life was featured in many media including the Japanese Reality Show which aired in 2017 and was viewed by 7.5 million people.
Her book "A Gift from Adversity" became Amazon's #1 New Release in all three categories in 2020. Juri has produced TV shows at Foxboro Cable access and recipient of the Volunteer of the year. She has produced both short and feature films and 48 hr Boston Film project in which she has received "The Women in 48 Team award".
Juri Love's Book: A Gift from Adversity on Amazon
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juripanda
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLDeZEDgYts
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Chapters:
0:00 Introduction to Juri Love
2:18 Balancing Work and Parenting as a Single Journalist
5:25 Overcoming Adversity Through Writing and Podcasting
10:16 Integrating Passion and Work for Holistic Self-Care
14:08 The Importance of Asking Questions and Taking Action
18:04 Living Fearlessly in Film and Production
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Ep. 160 Beverly Brown, affectionately known as Coach B, explores her journey from battling drugs and alcohol to overcoming deep-seated issues with racism and colorism. Guided by faith and resilience, she shares how these experiences shaped her mission to coach and empower women. Hosted by Maryann Rivera-Dannert, this episode delves into the power of forgiveness, the complexities of balancing multiple roles, and actionable steps for self-improvement and healing. Discover how Beverly's transformative path and her coaching practice, Best of You Coaching, inspire strength and resilience in others.
Key Takeaways:About the Guest:
Beverly Brown, also known as "Coach B" or "Minister B," is dedicated to serving women who face brokenness and challenges in their lives. She holds an undergraduate degree in psychology, a master's in biblical studies, and a coaching certification. Currently, she is the Director of Growth and Innovation at a long-term care pharmacy and operates her own coaching business, Best of You Coaching, LLC.
Resources:Coaching Website: https://www.BestofYouCoachingLLC.com
Beverly's Books "Why I Forgave Him" , "I Want That Fruit"
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Chapters
0:00 Overcoming Adversity and Empowering Others Through Ministry and Coaching
2:24 Finding Faith and Healing Through Personal Struggles
13:26 Balancing Career, Coaching, and Personal Challenges with Grace
22:04 Overcoming Fear, Racism, and Betrayal Through Forgiveness
26:02 Entrepreneurial Advice and Community Engagement
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Ep. 159 If you're contemplating an exit from the corporate world to pursue your own business full time, then this conversation is for you. In this episode Ebony Nicole Smith, the visionary founder and CEO of Ebony Nicole Smith Consulting, shares the transformative tale of her own career shift, divulging the red flags of burnout and the methodical steps she embraced to eliminate debt and bolster her savings in preparation for this significant life change.
Together, we delve into the crucial steps of recognizing your inherent skills, the need to make tough sacrifices, the art of upkeeping fiscal discipline, and constructing a solid action plan to accomplish your entrepreneurial aspirations.
Key Takeaways:Website: https://ebonynicolesmith.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachebonynicole
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachebonynicole/
About the Guest
Ebony Nicole is the founder and CEO of Ebony Nicole Smith Consulting, LLC, a boutique writing and publishing company based in Rochester, New York. She is a writing coach and publishing engineer to faith-based men and women who desire to release the book God gave them. Ebony Nicole designs and structures a personalized plan for her clients to ensure they do what has been commissioned.
She is a 2015 ROC Awards nominee for Author of the Year, recipient of the 2019 Mayoral Recognition for Small Business, and recipient of the 2020 100 Successful Women in Business award and 2022 Monroe County Recognition for M/WBE Certification. She is a recipient of the 2023 Black Men Achieve President’s Award and the 2024 RnB Wednesday’s Unsung Heroes Award.
An author by passion, a transformational speaker by experience, and a woman of God by calling. In 2023, she was consecrated as a prophet of God under the leadership of her pastor and served as a leader in her church, New Hope Fellowship, under Pastors Jay and Lady Tori Brown.
Knowing that "I can do all this through him who gives me strength (Phil 4:13)" there's no telling just how far she'll go with the strength given to her.
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Chapters
0:00 Transitioning from Corporate Burnout to Entrepreneurial Success
6:32 Signs and Struggles of Job Burnout
9:54 Strategies for Financial Discipline and Debt Management
18:20 Maintaining Financial Discipline in Business and Personal Accounts
21:14 Entrepreneurship, Book Publishing, and Living Fearlessly
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Ep. 158 Are you a first-time author eager to navigate the challenges of self-publishing without falling into common pitfalls? Tune in as Maryann Rivera-Dannert interviews Lynn Abate Johnson on transitioning from a caregiver to a distinguished author and business consultant.
This episode of Fearless Fridays with Maryann offers insider tips on conquering the self-publishing world, the crucial role of intuition, and how to choose the right collaborators. Learn about the collective wisdom in "Voices of the 21st Century: Women Empowered Through Passion and Purpose," and harness the power of storytelling. Get a sneak peek at Lynn's forthcoming book on matriarchy and find out how to remain true to yourself as an entrepreneur in a tumultuous landscape.
About the Guest:Lynn Abate Johnson: Lynn Abate Johnson is a seasoned business consultant, three-time published author, and an expert in social media and community building. Her notable work includes the book, "Out of Love: A Daughter's Journey with Her Mom to the End," which addresses the intense, often unspoken experiences of family caregivers. Lynn blends her extensive background in entrepreneurship, consulting, and marketing to help aspiring authors and entrepreneurs define and achieve their professional goals. She is passionate about being real, authentic, and advocating for the well-being of others through her hashtag #ShowUpYOU.
Resources:Connect with Lynn at LynnAbateJohnson.com
Lynn Personal FB: https://www.facebook.com/LynnAbateJohnson
Lynn’s FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/LAJBiz
Lynn’s IG: Instagram.com/LAJbiz
Lynn’s LI: LinkedIn.com/in/LAJbiz
Lynn’s Twitter: Twitter.com/LAJbiz
Lynn’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lajbiz
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Chapters:
0:00 From Caregiver to Author and Business Consultant
2:50 Navigating the Journey from Aspiring Author to Published Writer
10:03 The Importance of Vetting Clients and Trusting Intuition
18:00 Valuing Energy, Self-Care, and Embracing Personal Stories
27:35 Empowering Entrepreneurs and Caregivers Through Authenticity and Connection
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Ep. 157 Are you experiencing slow or no growth in your business? Perhaps it's time to stop trying to manifest your goals and partner up with a high power. Today our guest Niccie Kliegl shares her faith-based approach for entrepreneurial success, emphasizing the importance of aligning your business with divine guidance to achieve true fulfillment.
She passionately discusses the importance of surrounding oneself with the right people and shares actionable insights for entrepreneurs looking to embed their faith into their business strategies. With anecdotes from her life and her books, Niccie provides a roadmap for integrating spirituality with entrepreneurship, making this episode a must-listen for faith-based business owners.
Key Takeaways:Beware, because the Bible says meditation, the world says manifestation."
About the Guest:
Niccie is a Certified Life Coach with a passion for helping others reach life fulfillment and live healthy, complete, and balanced lives that are prosperous and faith-infused. I understand the dilemma of striving to be great in one area of your life at the cost of another. True peace and contentment come from finding a healthy balance in all areas of your life, with faith as the foundation.
Niccie Kliegl's Website: fulfillyourlegacy.com
Free Resources https://fulfillyourlegacy.com/free-resource-links
Books https://fulfillyourlegacy.com/books---new
www.instagram.com/nicciekliegl
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Chapters:
0:00 Manifesting, Meditation, and Surrounding Yourself with the Right People
2:02 Empowering Entrepreneurs Through God-Partnered Business Strategies
7:11 A Divine Nudge Leads to a Life Coaching Journey
8:28 Embracing Faith and Spreading Love from Home to Nations
10:56 Manifesting Through Faith Versus Worldly Manifestation
15:03 Building a God-Partnered Business for Unprecedented Blessings
18:49 Failing Forward: Embracing Mistakes in Entrepreneurship
20:57 Living Fearlessly Through Faith and Obedience to God
28:49 Empowering Entrepreneurs Through Faith and Business Strategies
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The podcast currently has 174 episodes available.