Love&BLoved Podcast with Lena Cebula

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New episode of Love&BLoved Platform! Thank you for your continued support and for following along.  My guests says: “From a young martial artist to an empowered self-defense instructor, I have transformed my experiences into a mission-helping women recognize red flags, set boundaries, and defend themselves—both physically and emotionally.” Joining me today is Elicia Ybarra. Elicia is the founder of Pretty Hands, Hard Punches. She is a seasoned martial artist, dedicated women's self-defense instructor, and passionate advocate for empowering women to live confidently and fearlessly. With over two decades of martial arts experience, including a 4th dan black belt in Taekwondo and a 1st dan black belt in Hapkido, Elicia has transformed her personal journey of resilience into a mission to uplift others. 

On today’s episode, Elicia isgoing to share:

1. Recognizing Red Flags in Personal & Professional Relationships.
2. The Power of ‘No’: Setting Boundaries Without Guilt.
3. Reclaiming Your Power After Abuse.

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Blog:https://lenacebula.wordpress.com/2025/03/07/confident-and-fearless/ 

Email: [email protected]

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Certified Christian Leadership Coach | Author | Speaker | Podcast Host

Founder, Love&BLoved™ | lenacebula.ca

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Romans 15:13

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New episode of Love&BLoved Platform! Thank you for your continued support and for following along.  My guests say: ‘ Inca Link’s mission is to reach the 300 million youth of Latin America with Christ’s irresistible love. To complete this goal we seek to identify, connect, facilitate and mentor high capacity youth leaders to multiply their impact in Latin America to reach the next generation.’ Joining me today is:Rich Brown & Elisa Shannon Brown. Founders & President, Regional Developers for Central America Leading Inca Link through Evangelism, Discipleship, Training Leaders, Connecting people, and supporting compassion ministries.

On today’s episode, they are going to share:

1. The Birth of Inca Link.
2. Overcoming Challenges.
3. Impact and Transformation.

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/2rTXUzRsGNc

Personal Website/ Social Media Links: www.incalink.org

Email: [email protected]

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Founder, Love&BLoved™ | lenacebula.ca

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him…” — 

Romans 15:13

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New episode of Love&BLoved Platform! Thank you for your continued support and for following along.  My guest says that she loves to journey with people to experience freedom in every area of their lives. She is passionate about the word of God and loves to preach, teach, and live it. She speaks wisdom to the struggling heart. Joining me today is: Pastor Jenn Dafoe-Turner. Pastor Jenn is an Author, Speaker, Eclectic Coach, and Chief Learning and Acquisitions Officer for Abundance Books Publishing.

On today’s episode, we are going to share:

1. Journey to freedom.
2. Overcoming abuse, addiction, and self-hate.
3. Passion for the Word of God.

GIFT: One Strength Finders coaching session and assessment value of 150.00

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YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/JmjGUw8Wg48

Personal Website/ Social Media Links: www.jenndafoe-turner.com 

Email: [email protected]

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Certified Christian Leadership Coach | Author | Speaker | Podcast Host

Founder, Love&BLoved™ | lenacebula.ca

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Romans 15:13

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New episode of Love&BLoved Platform! Thank you for your continued support and for following along.  My guest says:”I was a drug and alcohol addict. I was a gang member and I was struggling with childhood trauma. I spent my childhood, my teenage years, and my young adult life running away from God and not knowing who He was. God intervened in a mighty way, and I can honestly say I am no longer a slave to sin and I have been set free!!!” Joining me today is: Jason Ramon. This conversation has been a long time coming! I have known Jason for more than 10 years through our church, and while many things have changed over the years, his passion for God has remained the same. 

On today’s episode, we are going to share:

1. What has shaped who he is today.
2. Early life: running away from God.
3. Free from addiction, gang life, and past trauma.

“Assuredly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little child will by no means enter it.” Mark 10:15 NKJV

https://bible.com/bible/114/mrk.10.15.NKJV 

Celebrate recovery: https://www.celebraterecovery.ca/ 

Teen challenge : https://www.teenchallenge.ca/ 

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YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/wLfMEsW9sD4

Email: [email protected]

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Lena Cebula

Certified Christian Leadership Coach | Author | Speaker | Podcast Host

Founder, Love&BLoved™ | lenacebula.ca

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Romans 15:13

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New episode of Love&BLoved Platform! Thank you for your continued support and for following along.  My guest says: “Never give up on yourself”

Joining me today is Dorothy Graham O’Dell. Dorothy  was born and raised in Ontario Canada. She has turned her love of books into her next career, writing them. She wrote her memoir The Overcomer Facing Challenges with Faith and Courage and The Overcomer Playbook.

Dorothy is a keynote speaker as well as producer and host of two powerful shows, The Unstoppable Overcomers on Monday nights and The Power Half Hour, Unstoppable Business Owner on Wednesdays. She believes that everyone has a story, and she wants the world to know about you!

On today’s episode, we are going to share:

1. Dorothy’s Story.
2. What inspired her to write.
3. Faith and courage helped…

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Founder, Love&BLoved™ | lenacebula.ca

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Romans 15:13

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New episode of Love&BLoved Platform!  I’m so excited to present last episode of 5-week series: “The Wellness Blueprint: Aligning Mind, Body, Heart, and Spirit.” Episode #5 The Whole You: Integrating Mind, Body, Heart, and Spirit.

I’ve partnered with Sara she is a Movement Specialist. She has over two decades of coaching experience in the fitness and wellness industry. Sara has created straightforward tools, helpful info, and supportive coaching to help you reach your goals, one step at a time - even when it is hard.

I’m Lena Cebula, Certified Life Coach. I help women navigate major life changes, both personal and professional, turning challenges into opportunities for lasting transformation.

This is the most frequently asked question: “How do I stay consistent with building a new habit when life keeps throwing curveballs at me?”

 One Common Myth or can easily be a limiting belief About staying consistent with building a new habit:  is that you need to be highly motivated to succeed.

 In reality: Motivation fluctuates, but habits are built through discipline and routine. Relying on motivation alone can lead to inconsistency. Instead, creating a structured plan, setting reminders, and making the habit easy to follow will help you stay on track even when motivation is low.

Tool: Daily Reflection. Ask yourself 2 questions at the end of the day: “What went well today?” and “What’s one thing I can improve tomorrow?”

Strategy: Habit Stacking – attach wellness practices (like positive affirmations) to existing habits, e.g., saying affirmations while brushing your teeth. 

Sara’s pre-release draft of e-book called Reset and Rise.

https://resetandrise.glide.page

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If this resonates with you, please fill out the Pre-Coaching Questionnaire 

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YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/GQ40vXuHz6o

Email: [email protected]

Personal Website/ Social Media Links: 

www.saraburton.com, https://coachsara.glide.page

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Lena Cebula

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Founder, Love&BLoved™ | lenacebula.ca

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him…” — 

Romans 15:13

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New episode of Love&BLoved Platform!  I’m so excited to present this very special 5-week series to you: “The Wellness Blueprint: Aligning Mind, Body, Heart, and Spirit.” Today is Episode #4 Rooted in Faith: Cultivating Spiritual Wellness for Inner Strength.

I’ve partnered with Sara so we can kick off this year by creating a blueprint that will help you thrive in 2025. Sara is Movement Specialist. Sara has created straightforward tools, helpful info, and supportive coaching to help you reach your goals, one step at a time - even when it is hard.

I’m Lena Cebula, Certified Life Coach. I help women navigate major life changes, both personal and professional, turning challenges into opportunities for lasting transformation.

On today’s episode, we are going to share:
1. Connection with your faith.
2. Relationship with God.
3.Sharing practical tools and strategies.

One Common Myth or can easily be a limiting belief About Cultivating Spiritual Wellness: “Cultivating spiritual wellness requires perfection or being highly religious.”

In reality: Spiritual wellness is not about being perfect or follow strictly religious rules. Instead, it’s about developing a personal connection with your faith, building relationship with God, finding meaning and purpose, and aligning your actions with your core values. It’s a journey, not a destination, and you can start where you are, no matter of your background or level of knowledge.

Tool: Daily Reflection Journal.
Use a journal to reflect on your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Write down moments of gratitude, prayers, or insights about your faith journey. This practice fosters self-awareness and helps you recognize spiritual growth over time.

Strategy: Start Small with Consistent Practices.
Begin with small, manageable actions to cultivate spiritual wellness, such as setting aside 5-10 minutes each day for prayer or reading scripture. Consistency is key—these small practices will gradually deepen your connection to your faith.

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Alpha is a series of sessions exploring the Christian faith. Each talk looks at a different question around faith and is designed to create conversation.

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Grow your Prayer life, with Prayers you can keep private or invite Friends. Add Bookmarks, Highlights, and private or public Notes to any verse in the Bible.

https://www.youversion.com/the-bible-app/

Glorify App: Your Daily Christian App for Devotional and Prayer. Grow with God. Every day.

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/YWK8Qc_1Kms

Email: [email protected]

Personal Website/ Social Media Links: 

www.saraburton.com, https://coachsara.glide.page

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Founder, Love&BLoved™ | lenacebula.ca

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Romans 15:13

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New episode of Love&BLoved Platform!  I’m so excited to present this very special 5-week series to you: “The Wellness Blueprint: Aligning Mind, Body, Heart, and Spirit.” Today is Episode #3 Heart-Centred Healing: Nurturing Emotional Wellness in Challenging Seasons.

I’ve partnered with Sara so we can kick off this year by creating a blueprint that will help you thrive in 2025. Sara is Movement Specialist. She has over two decades of coaching experience in the fitness and wellness industry. Sara has created straightforward tools, helpful info, and supportive coaching to help you reach your goals, one step at a time - even when it is hard.

I’m Lena Cebula, Certified Life Coach. I help women navigate major life changes, both personal and professional, turning challenges into opportunities for lasting transformation.

On today’s episode, we are going to share:
1. You have to feel to heal. 
2. Healthy ways to process feelings.
3.Sharing practical tools and strategies.

One Common Myth or can easily be a limiting belief About Emotional Health Is:  That feeling negative emotions like sadness, anger, or anxiety means you’re weak or broken.

In reality, experiencing negative emotions is a natural part of being human and can be an important signal that something in your life needs attention or change. Emotional health is not about avoiding negative feelings but about understanding, managing, and learning from them.

Tool: Gratitude Journal – I encourage you to write down three things you are grateful for every day to shift your focus from problems to gratitude.

 Strategy: Reframe Setbacks – Ask yourself, “What is this challenge teaching me?” instead of focusing on failure.

 Mindset Shift Activity:    To re-frame fear of failure:

• Think of a time you “failed” but actually learned or grew from the experience.
• Write down one key lesson or strength that came out of that moment.

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/iDa22gdicvY
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Founder, Love&BLoved™ | lenacebula.ca

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Romans 15:13

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New episode of Love&BLoved Platform!  I’m so excited to present this very special 5-week series to you: “The Wellness Blueprint: Aligning Mind, Body, Heart, and Spirit.” Today is Episode #2 The Role of Physical Health in Your Wellness Journey.

I’ve partnered with Sara so we can kick off this year by creating a blueprint that will help you thrive in 2025. Sara is Movement Specialist. She has over two decades of coaching experience in the fitness and wellness industry. Sara has created straightforward tools, helpful info, and supportive coaching to help you reach your goals, one step at a time - even when it is hard.

I’m Lena Cebula, Certified Life Coach. I help women navigate major life changes, both personal and professional, turning challenges into opportunities for lasting transformation.

On today’s episode, we are going to share:
1. Sharing practical tools and strategies.
2. A healthy mind is the foundation for overall well-being and growth.
3. Overwhelm and Mental Clarity.

One common myth about physical health is: “You need to work out for hours every day to stay fit.

 In reality, short, consistent workouts—like 20-30 minutes a day—can be highly effective for maintaining physical health. Quality often matters more than quantity.

Tool I will share with you: Belief Audit Worksheet – A guided worksheet where you can identify limiting beliefs, explore their origins, and rewrite them into empowering truths.

 Strategy: Affirmation Practice – Create and repeat daily affirmations that directly challenge your limiting beliefs.

Belief Audit Worksheet:https://www.canva.com/design/DAGb2aa45G0/C2foOMKbT_qW_UZce9oBKQ/view?utm_content=DAGb2aa45G0&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=viewer 

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/2Dkj6Yd2k_k 

Email: [email protected]

Personal Website/ Social Media Links: 

www.saraburton.com, https://coachsara.glide.page

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Lena Cebula

Certified Christian Leadership Coach | Author | Speaker | Podcast Host

Founder, Love&BLoved™ | lenacebula.ca

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him…” — 

Romans 15:13

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New episode of Love&BLoved Platform!  I’m so excited to present this very special 5-week series to you: 'The Wellness Blueprint: Aligning Mind, Body, Heart, and Spirit.' Today is Day 1 of the Wellness blueprint series. 'Mind Over Matter: Building Mental Resilience for Lasting Wellness'. Our focus today is on exploring the power of mindset, mental clarity, and overcoming limiting beliefs.

I’ve partnered with Sara so we can kick off this year by creating a blueprint that will help you thrive in 2025. Sara is Movement Specialist. She has over two decades of coaching experience in the fitness and wellness industry. Sara has created straightforward tools, helpful info, and supportive coaching to help you reach your goals, one step at a time - even when it is hard.

I’m Lena Cebula, Certified Life Coach. I help women navigate major life changes, both personal and professional, turning challenges into opportunities for lasting transformation.

On today’s episode, we are going to share:
1. Sharing practical tools and strategies.
2. A healthy mind is the foundation for overall well-being and growth.
3. Overwhelm and Mental Clarity.

Overwhelm and Mental Clarity: “Why do I constantly feel overwhelmed, like my mind is racing, and I can’t focus on what truly matters?”

Tool: “Unplug & Reflect” Journal Prompt - Take 10 minutes daily to disconnect from devices and distractions. Ask yourself: “What am I feeling right now? What do I need in this moment?”

Strategy: Scheduled Awareness Breaks
Set 2–3 daily reminders to pause, breathe, and check in with your thoughts and emotions. Use this time to refocus and realign with your priorities.

Tool: Mind Dump Exercise – Write down every thought, worry, or task on paper to clear mental clutter and identify priorities. This exercise can be done daily, weekly, or whenever you feel your mind is too crowded. Take a few minutes, grab a pen and paper, and let your thoughts flow freely—no judgment, no structure, no overthinking, just release. 

Strategy: Use ‘The Rule of 3’ – Once everything is on paper, review your list, highlight priorities, circle only 3 main things from your list and take small, actionable steps to move forward. Set just three main priorities, ladies, for the day to reduce overwhelm and improve focus. 

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/R2EaZTflJK8
Email: [email protected]
Personal Website/ Social Media Links:
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Lena Cebula

Certified Christian Leadership Coach | Author | Speaker | Podcast Host

Founder, Love&BLoved™ | lenacebula.ca

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him…” — 

Romans 15:13