In this episode, Neena Spina explores the often-overlooked 'messy middle' of Mary, the mother of Jesus — the waiting, misunderstanding, and pain that accompanied her obedience. Using Scripture and personal reflections, Neena invites listeners who are in seasons of uncertainty to choose faith before clarity and to find hope in promises that unfold over time.

Where do we find Coach Neena?

Episode Link: https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-ie7zz-194ace7

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/

Get on the Manic Monday Email list

https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/

iTunes

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pivot-2-positivity/id1692281091

When reflecting on a previous experience spurs you to give back to a mama and daughter who are facing a Mountain. Neena shares a personal story about her daughter Anna’s sudden bone infection, surgery, and the faith that guided their family, then explains a birthday bracelet fundraiser she’s hosting to support Avry, a child fighting neuroblastoma.

This short episode blends honest parenting reflections, hope-filled faith, and practical ways to support a family in crisis, with links to donate and follow Avery’s journey in the show notes.

How to Support Avry in her Wish to Get an Emotional Support Service Dog:

Avry’s Story: 

https://avrystory.my.canva.site/

Where to find Rose: 

https://www.instagram.com/romanianeyes/

Donate Via Venmo to Rose and Avry:

https://venmo.com/u/Rose-Schapansky

Avry’s Video Story

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_nBT9hTA5w84lCRmqKLmIf58RGN9ZXZt/view

Support Now Updates and how to Support the family:

Coach Holly joins Neena to share her family's difficult but hopeful transition out of military life into civilian homesteading and homeschooling. They talk about unlearning old patterns, setting boundaries, creating community, and finding renewed unity and peace as a family.

Listeners will hear faith-centered encouragement, practical daily habits for staying positive, and resources for navigating big life resets, plus a preview of Hollys upcoming work on capturing and changing your thoughts.

Where do we find Coach Neena?

Episode Link: https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-ie7zz-194ace7

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/

Get on the Manic Monday Email list

https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/

iTunes

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pivot-2-positivity/id1692281091

Freebie on Victim vs. Hero

https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/hero

Where to reach Coach Holly 

Instagram

Hollys.hearth

Referenced in This Episode:

The Power of 8 Minutes by Simon Sinek

https://youtube.com/shorts/2lH6x5zn0GI?si=CpjJAGWGzt1Xjc

Postivity Power up by Dr. Paul Jenkins

https://www.youtube.com/live/uNihr8bTKzw?si=510h54FF1EmXJKR-

Deb shares her journey through divorce and loss, and how anchoring her identity as a child of God helped her move from pain to peace.

She discusses practical practices—scripture, daily rhythms, community, clean comedy, and even daily Mass—that supported healing, and encourages listeners to seek Godly counsel, forgive, and let trials refine rather than define them.

Some links of Teachers/Pastor's Mentioned in this episode. 

Deb’s Favorite Sermon:

Paige Brown: In the Temple: The Glorious and Forgiving God

https://youtu.be/kgYk7fuCZeE?si=rrkayHw_fZM-dyAV

Francis Chan:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1L1vVDWc1Q

Host Neena Spina speaks with guest Carol Heath about her powerful and emotional journey: surviving childhood trauma, choosing adoption at 18, and finding healing and reunion with her daughter nearly 60 years later.

The conversation highlights faith, resilience, family support, and the hope that adoption and community can bring to those facing difficult decisions and seeking peace.

Where to reach Coach Neena: 

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/

Get on the Manic Monday Email list

https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/

iTunes

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pivot-2-positivity/id1692281091

Freebie on Victim vs. Hero

https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/hero

Neena Spina speaks with Cat about surviving childhood abuse, addiction, and a violent marriage, and how faith, counseling, and bold choices—like leaving a toxic job and becoming a substitute teacher—helped her heal and rediscover purpose.

This episode offers trauma-informed insights, practical coping techniques, and hopeful encouragement for setting boundaries, finding supportive community, and trusting God to rebuild a peaceful, fulfilling life.

Where to Reach Coach Neena: 

Where do we find Coach Neena?

Episode Link: https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-ie7zz-194ace7

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/

Get on the Manic Monday Email list

https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/

iTunes

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pivot-2-positivity/id1692281091

Host Neena Spina interviews Catherine “Cat” Spina about surviving severe childhood and adult trauma, addiction, and loss, and the practical, faith-informed tools that helped her heal—gardening, grounding, journaling, and a “to-done” mindset.

Cat shares candid reflections on recovery, resilience, and spirituality, offering hope and actionable takeaways to support healthier relationships and daily wellbeing. This episode is the first part of her story.

Where to reach Coach Neena: 

Where do we find Coach Neena?

Episode Link: https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-ie7zz-194ace7

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/

Get on the Manic Monday Email list

https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/

iTunes

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pivot-2-positivity/id1692281091

Freebie on Victim vs. Hero

https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/hero

Coach Neena Spina and Coach Sherri Grant, shares experience and trauma-informed, evidence-based strategies for supporting someone in rehab, long-term care, or acute care while protecting your own mental health.

This episode covers practical preparation (clothing, comfort items, travel bag), communication and advocacy tips, how to navigate care plans and facility differences, and simple self-care practices—plus a printable checklist and short-term coaching options to help you show up as your best self.

Reach out to Coach Sherri or Coach Neena below if you would like either PDF mentioned in this podcast. 

To Reach Coach Sherri: 

Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/coach_sherri_grant/

Facebook: 

https://www.facebook.com/sherri.grant.75/

Sherri’s website:

sherrigrantcoaching.com

Where do we find Coach Neena?

Episode Link: https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-ie7zz-194ace7

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/

Get on the Manic Monday Email list

https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/

Coach Neena Spina explores the core wound "I am not good enough," sharing a personal story about her son and evidence-based, trauma-informed tools to re-regulate your nervous system — breath work, tactile grounding, and the 5-4-3-2-1 technique. She explains the difference between therapy and coaching and offers practical steps to move forward with compassion.

With encouragement, faith-rooted hope, and relatable examples, this short episode helps listeners recognize their wounds, respond with kindness to their inner child, and begin taking actionable steps toward more peaceful, productive relationships.

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/

Get on the Manic Monday Email list

https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/

iTunes

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pivot-2-positivity/id1692281091

Host Neena welcomes back Jillian (Season 2) for a deeper conversation about the rest of her story: the losses she’s faced, including her brother’s death by suicide, and how those trials shaped her life and work.

Jillian shares practical healing tools—therapy, coaching, Reiki, massage, spiritual retreats, books, morning affirmations, and cathartic rituals—and emphasizes self-compassion, feeling emotions fully, and asking for help.

She also explains her coaching offerings (including a 3-day challenge) and where to find her on social: Instagram @jillianfoss and Facebook (Jillian Foss).

Where to find Jillian: 

Facebook: 

https://www.facebook.com/jillian.foss.7

Instagram:

Where to book with Jillian: 

Where to find Neena: 

Where do we find Coach Neena?

Episode Link: https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-ie7zz-194ace7

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/

Get on the Manic Monday Email list

https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/

iTunes

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pivot-2-positivity/id1692281091

Freebie on Victim vs. Hero

https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/hero

Instagram: