Grow To Be Free

Grow To Be Free

By Kiani WilliamsEducationSelf-Improvement
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  • What is Self Worth? + 5 Steps for How to Build it

    Today we’re beginning a 5-part series on something so foundational that it’s often missed.  Think of the thick slab of concrete underneath a house. If you don’t have that piece and you try to build your house on top of it, your home is going to be shaky. Our self-worth is the same way to our mental health.

    Many people get confused between self-worth, self-confidence, and self-esteem, but in reality, they’re all very closely related and are used to describe different aspects of how you perceive yourself, your abilities, and how you may express those inwardly and outwardly to others. We’re not going to dive into the differences today, but we’re going to focus on an aspect I believe to be the root of all three, and that is self-worth.

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    21 min
  • Childhood Trauma & How to Thrive Out of Adversity | Dr. Lynika

    Dr Lynika is a Transformational Speaker, Mentor, Metaphysician, and Best Selling Author.

    She is passionate about helping people reframe and reclaim their lives to greater self-empowerment and success.

    Lynika speaks and consults globally. Blending both science and authority through personal experience, she wakes up audiences with her powerful message and unique insight into the power within each and every one of us.

    Her childhood trauma story is wild to say the least, but she has somehow come out on the other side as a thriving, positive, and healthy individual. She shares her advice, tips, and insights from her work and experience that can truly help you through the adversity you may be facing.

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    1 hr 10 min
  • Strategies For Healing From Depression | Aarionna Lusane

    *Trigger Warning* Depression does not have to hold you forever. Nor does it need to affect your life for years on end.

    Aarionna went through 5 years of severe depression and suicidal thoughts, but discovered strategies that ultimately healed her and allowed her to free herself from the stronghold it had on her.

    If you are struggling with depression or suicidal thoughts, please reach out to 1 (800) 273-8255 or text TALK to 741741. Even though Aarionna shares how she healed herself, neither of us recommend attempting to heal on your own. It’s ok to admit to someone that you’re struggling and need help. You and your life are worth something and there are plenty of people and organizations that are open and ready to help you on your journey.

    In this episode, we talk about...

    00:00 - Podcast Intro

    00:39 - Intro to Aarionna

    02:02 - Aarionna’s Depression

    06:46 - *Trigger Warning* Suicide Attempt

    09:46 - Therapy?

    11:17- Experience Going Through Depression in Church

    17:26 - You Have To Want To Change

    21:21 - Simple, Easy, Daily Habits

    29:00 - You Can’t Build Millions Over Trauma

    36:27 - How To Check If You’re Mentally Ready To Start a Business

    38:20 - 21 Days to Mental Freedom

    40:31 - Where You Can Find Aarionna

    42:41 - A Prayer for Aarionna


    FOLLOW/DM AARIONNA: @freedomridahs


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    21 DAYS TO MENTAL FREEDOM COURSE 


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    FOLLOW/DM KIANI ON IG @growingtobekiani


    CHECK OUT THE NEW WEBSITE: https://growtobefree.com


    ORDER YOUR AMBITIOUS PEACE JOURNAL: https://growtobefree.com/product/ambitious-peace-notebook/ 

    47 min
  • The Mindset of a Deaf Queen Boss | Kellina Powell

    How do people with disabilities live successful lives? Can you make your dreams a reality even while being deaf? No matter who you are, Kellina’s mindset will MOTIVATE and HELP you with achieving your goals and dreams.  

    Kellina is a Deaf Queen Boss who focuses on raising awareness and educating people on the deaf community and how to be friends with deaf people. She is a fiery advocate who is making an impact through her coaching business, YouTube, social media, and her book entitled “Everyday, I am Just Deaf” that will be coming out later this winter. 


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    FOLLOW/DM KELLINA ON IG: @deafqueenboss  


    KELLINA'S COACHING WEBSITE: https://www.kellinaempowerment.com/ 


    KELLINA'S YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEbpLPQfRsuhGaHWyDx1DtA 


    FOLLOW/DM KIANI ON IG: @growingtobekiani  


    CHECK OUT THE NEW WEBSITE: https://growtobefree.com 


    ORDER YOUR AMBITIOUS PEACE JOURNALS: https://growtobefree.com/product/ambitious-peace-notebook/ 


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    00:00 - Podcast Intro

    00:37 - About Kellina 

    01:42 - Her Story 

    04:55 - Being in Your Thoughts as a Deaf Person 

    05:55 - How She Wakes Up 

    06:41 - Self-Awareness Being Deaf 

    08:38 - Time Management 

    10:24 - How To Build Self-Confidence 

    13:04 - Advice for Someone in the Dumps 

    15:30 - Best Questions to Ask Yourself 

    16:40 - Ambitious Peace Journals 

    18:28 - Advocating for Yourself 

    22:30 - Tips to Support People with a Disability 

    24:28 - Teaching about the Deaf Community 

    27:10 - Advice for People with Disabilities 

    27:59 - Mental Health and the Deaf Community 

    30:36 - What to Avoid When Talking to Deaf People 

    34:23 - Body Language Insights 

    35:50 - Kellina’s Contact Info and Book 

    37:58 - A Prayer for Kellina 

    39:08 - Podcast Outro

    40 min
  • Advice For Women Building a Creative Career | Angel Wynn

    Have you ever wondered if the creative or TV/Film industry is for you? Are you trying to figure out if you can be successful and make it?  


    If so, watch this interview with Angel Wynn of the Wynn Network as we talk about her journey growing a career in the TV/Film Industry, the challenges she's faced, how she's overcome it, and her advice for young women looking to start building their career. 


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    FOLLOW/DM ANGEL ON IG: @angel_wynn  


    APPLE MUSIC: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/angel-wynn/1576293773 


    SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/02feOoWtGNkwUm7OwVX1xA?si=VSFiuQArRRi5ucch7IkeXQ&dl_branch=1 


    FOLLOW/DM KIANI ON IG @growingtobekiani  


    CHECK OUT THE NEW WEBSITE: https://growtobefree.com 


    ORDER YOUR AMBITIOUS PEACE JOURNALS: https://growtobefree.com/product/ambitious-peace-notebook/ 


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    00:00 - Podcast Intro 

    00:38 - Intro to Angel Wynn 

    01:38 - How Angel Got Into Film Production 

    04:17 - The Challenges of Being in Film Production 

    05:44 - What Does it Look Like To Co-create With God? 

    07:25 - How to Get Inspiration Even Without Faith 

    08:32 - Building Connections in The TV/Film Industry 

    10:11 - What Self Development Does Angel Do? 

    12:15 - Difference Between Male and Female Creative Producers 

    13:45 - Growtobefree.com & Ambitious Peace Journals 

    15:18 - Angel's Film Goals 

    16:55 - Amount of Female Film Directors in the Industry 

    18:00 - How To Handle Criticism in the Creative or Entertainment Industry 

    20:35 - How To Discern the Voice of Doubt 

    24:47 - Does Faith Lead to Success? 

    27:00 - How To Deal With Doubt and Wanting to Quit 

    29:18 - Advice From Mentors in the TV/Film Industry 

    31:25 - The Challenge with Self-Confidence in Your Work 

    33:23 - Possible Criticisms Being in The Film Industry 

    37:17 - Encouragement  

    38:05 - Angel's New Music 

    38:21 - How to Connect with Angel 

    39:10 - A Prayer For Angel 40:38 - Podcast Outro

    42 min
  • Scholarship Winning Tips From Someone Who Graduated Debt-Free | Kiani Williams

    Today’s episode is special because I’M BEING INTERVIEWED by Elease Dillard, one of our wonderful guests from season 1. Elease invited me to be a speaker for a virtual pop-up event she held for her podcast “Let’s Break The Odds” to talk about how I was able to take advantage of scholarships to fund college debt-free.   


    This event was hosted in partnership with The Student Navigator which is the go-to resource for helping students fund college debt-free.  


    Let's Break the Odds podcast helps anyone who wants to break the odds in their life, family, career, and community, which is an incredible mission we can get behind here at Grow To Be Free. 


    In this episode, Elease asks me to share: 

    • My story  
    • My mindset around applying for scholarships 
    • Tips around applying for scholarships 
    • How personal growth and development have helped shape my journey  

    • If you’re a student or even just looking to see how you can shape your mindset through personal growth and development, this episode can really help you!   


      LISTEN TO LET’S BREAK THE ODDS PODCAST

      https://letsbreaktheodds.com/ 

      https://www.instagram.com/break.theodds/  


      CHECK OUT THE STUDENT NAVIGATOR RESOURCES: 

      https://thestudentnavigator.com/ 

      https://www.instagram.com/thestudentnavigator/  


      FOLLOW ELEASE ON IG: https://www.instagram.com/iameleasedillard/  


      LISTEN TO ELEASE’S GROW TO BE FREE EPISODE 

      https://open.spotify.com/episode/5gOgpvm4ymTfiqRAqRkPA9?si=074deebeabff4c1b 

      https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-fund-your-dreams-debt-free-elease-dillard/id1575295283?i=1000527925911    


      FOLLOW KIANI ON IG: https://www.instagram.com/growingtobekiani/  


      FIND MORE PERSONAL GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES AT https://growtobefree.com

      55 min
    • How To Be More Confident, Even With Part of Your Brain Missing | Tammy Revard

      Ever met a true airhead? Tammy lost a piece of her brain which has completely shifted the course of her life. Through the support of a community group called the Young Entrepreneur Project and the power of positivity, Tammy has been able to write a book and live the laptop lifestyle.


      If you ever have doubts, low-self confidence, or limits placed on yourself, listen to Tammy’s story and be inspired to still pursue greatness despite your circumstances. Tammy’s message is one to empower and raise awareness of how house mold can affect people unnoticeably.


      In this episode we talk about:

      • 00:40 - Intro to Tammy
      • 01:22 - Tammy’s story of how she lost a part of her brain
      • 02:59 - When COVID hit
      • 04:19 - How Tammy got discovered
      • 06:29 - The issue of house mold
      • 08:16 - Having confidence
      • 12:17 - How to handle criticism
      • 15:12 - Tammy’s confidence today
      • 16:34 - Advice for when you need more positive people in your life
      • 19:35 - If you lose friends
      • 24:01 - How to get through the tough times and dealing with low self-confidence and self-image
      • 30:11 - What it’s like living with a missing part of your brain
      • 31:44 - The next vision for Tammy
      • 33:38 - About the Young Entrepreneur Project (YEP)
      • 36:59 - A prayer for Tammy

      • FOLLOW TAMMY ON IG:  @tammyrevard


        ORDER HER BOOK: https://thetrueairhead.com/


        CHECK-OUT THE YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR PROJECT: https://randyandtammy.yeptribe.com/


        FOLLOW/DM KIANI ON IG @growingtobekiani


        CHECK OUT THE NEW WEBSITE: https://growtobefree.com


        ORDER YOUR AMBITIOUS PEACE JOURNAL: https://growtobefree.com/product/ambitious-peace-notebook/  

        42 min
      • Chronic, Mystery, or Invisible Illness? You can Heal. | Cassidy Amber Chapman

        Are you experiencing an illness that you, doctors, and specialists can't seem to explain? Are you tired of reaching dead ends with finding a solution? Well, fear not because you are not alone. 


        Cassidy Amber Chapman experienced the same thing at just 16 years old. After doctors repeatedly told her that she was fine, people telling her that she was faking it, and going through a deep depression and suicidal thoughts, she decided to take her healing into her own hands. 


        Even though she had no idea how she was going to do it, she was determined to figure it out. The journey she went on led her to heal 12 of the 15 food allergies she had, lose over 60 lbs, and heal many of the symptoms that caused her so much pain.


        Cassidy's message is one of empowerment as she believes that women with chronic, mystery, and invisible illnesses can reclaim control of their health and accomplish deep healing. 


        CONNECT WITH CASSIDY ON IG: @cassidyamberchapman

        DM HER FOR MORE INFO ON HER COACHING

        WATCH HER FREE WEBINAR HERE

        FOLLOW KIANI ON IG: @growingtobekiani

        ORDER THE AMBITIOUS PEACE JOURNAL HERE

        50 min
      • Recognize the Red Flags of a Toxic Relationship | Elisabeth King

        Coach Elisabeth King is a mindset and relationship specialist who has overcome her past challenges with chasing the exciting and spontaneous men who didn’t seem to treat her well. She shares how to recognize toxicity in romantic relationships, how to have those tough conversations with a significant other, and what it takes to start attracting and cultivating healthy relationships.

        Whether you’re currently in a relationship or single, this episode will give you some important questions to ask yourself to be more self-aware and prepared to handle toxic relationships.

        FOLLOW ELISABETH ON IG @coachelisabethking

        FOLLOW/DM KIANI ON IG @growingtobekiani

        CHECK OUT THE NEW WEBSITE: https://growtobefree.com

        GET 20% OFF YOUR AMBITIOUS PEACE JOURNAL BY PRE-ORDERING HERE (OFFER UNTIL 8/6/21)

        29 min
      • How To Resolve Ambitious Anxiety | Mental Health Matters Symposium

        In today's episode, I'm giving a talk to the mental health matters symposium that was held on July 22nd through the 24th. The conference featured some incredible speakers, such as Dr. Caroline leaf, Tim Storey, and Jason Goldberg. I feel so incredibly honored to have talked alongside them virtually on the 23rd.  


        My talk is called "How can I be successful NOW?" Resolving Ambitious Anxiety:  

        1. I give a little intro about myself at the beginning. So if you don't know me, definitely listen closely.  

        2. Then I go over what ambitious anxiety is and three key points of how I've been able to personally manage my own ambitious anxiety. 

        3. Then at the end, I give you some ways in which you can connect with me. If you're new to my channel, new to my podcast, definitely listen up for that.  

        4. I also give a very, very special announcement. I promise you, you don't want to miss it. So make sure you stay until the end, the episode is not very long, about 15 minutes.  


        FOLLOW/DM KIANI ON IG @growingtobekiani  

        CHECK OUT THE NEW GROW TO BE FREE WEBSITE

        PRE-ORDER YOUR AMBITIOUS PEACE NOTEBOOK BEFORE THE 20% OFF SALE ENDS

        17 min

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      ✨ Helping ambitious ladies pursue their dreams while finding peace, happiness, and maintaining a thriving mental health ✨