RISE with Angela Slade - Your Gateway to Midlife Empowerment!

What happens when you juggle caregiving for an aging parent with dementia and raising a teenager but still manage to prioritize your own growth and well-being? Meet Bonnie Slamen, our remarkable guest on "RISE with Angela." Bonnie's journey from burnout to vitality is a testament to the transformative power of self-care and personal development, especially for midlife women. Tune in as she shares how the HRT Academy’s Emotions 101 and Rise Mastermind courses have been instrumental in regulating her emotions and improving family dynamics. 

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the demands of life and wondered how to reclaim your personal power? In this episode, Bonnie dives deep into her emotional landscape and reveals the tools that helped her shift from a victim mindset to one of empowerment. From meditation and body work to creative practices like doodling and tarot cards, she emphasizes the importance of holistic, consistent self-care routines. Discover how small, daily efforts can lead to profound clarity and well-being.

Navigating self-care while juggling multiple responsibilities can be challenging, but it's far from impossible. Bonnie discusses the art of setting boundaries and overcoming the guilt that often comes with self-prioritization. Sharing personal anecdotes, she highlights how acts like prioritizing grief sessions or nurturing friendships sustainably can reclaim personal happiness and power. We also explore the value of investing in ongoing self-healing practices over temporary escapes, challenging societal norms that view self-care as selfish. Join us for an empowering conversation that underscores how meaningful self-care can sustain well-being, even amidst the most demanding caregiving roles.

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For those of you who are ready to dive even deeper into a mind, body, soul tranformational journey, I invite you to join The Empowered Soul Collective—a safe & welcoming membership program designed to guide you through a journey of self-discovery, healing, and authentic empowerment. This unique space blends psychology, neuroscience, and spirituality to help you reconnect with your true self and rise into your fullest potential.

For more information and to join, visit The Empowered Soul Collective.

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Have you ever felt shackled by shame, unable to break free and embrace your true self? This episode of Rise with Angela is an intimate exploration of my personal journey toward wholeness by confronting deep-seated shame. I recount a transformative experience at a beach in Kelowna, where I finally felt at peace with my body—an achievement that took years of breaking trauma cycles. Learn about the pivotal moments and self-discovery tools, like the four-layer model of mind, emotions, body, and soul, that have been instrumental in my healing process. 

You'll also hear a poignant story about a ziplining accident that unearthed profound feelings of shame and betrayal, emphasizing the importance of honoring our bodies and emotions. Through humor and compassion, I share how I've navigated the often treacherous waters of shame to find a more integrated sense of self. Whether you're struggling with personal trauma or seeking inner peace, this episode aims to inspire you to confront and heal your own shame, leading to a richer and more fulfilling life. Join me, and let's rise together.

Join Angela + the Collective Movement of Women Empowering Women:

For those of you who are ready to dive even deeper into a mind, body, soul tranformational journey, I invite you to join The Empowered Soul Collective—a safe & welcoming membership program designed to guide you through a journey of self-discovery, healing, and authentic empowerment. This unique space blends psychology, neuroscience, and spirituality to help you reconnect with your true self and rise into your fullest potential.

For more information and to join, visit The Empowered Soul Collective.

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Discover the profound journey of Dari Meldrum as she takes us through her life with ADHD, abusive relationships, and the healing power of spirituality and family dynamics. Diagnosed with ADHD at 30, Dari faced emotional challenges with self-esteem and emotional regulation, which she now navigates with unique strategies. This episode offers a heartfelt exploration of her internal experiences, underscored by insights from experts like Dr. Gabor Maté on the intersection of ADHD and childhood trauma.

Explore how Dari's self-discovery and healing journey transformed her inner voice, leading to personal growth and empowerment. Learn about the role of community, neuroplasticity, and the power of music as an emotional outlet. We delve into the diagnostic process, therapy, and medication, while also highlighting the significance of setting boundaries and understanding attachment styles in fostering healthier relationships and self-awareness.

Join us as Dari shares wisdom on the transformative power of spirituality and personal growth, emphasizing the importance of compassion in healing family relationships. Learn practical advice on using positive affirmations, manifesting healthy relationships, and maintaining self-awareness. This episode is a treasure trove of empathy, practical strategies, and inspiration for anyone navigating a personal healing journey.

For anyone that would like to connect directly with Dari you can find her on Instagram @legendarrri

Resource: "How to ADHD" on YouTube

Resource: Dr. Emes - Psychiatrist specializing in ADHD on Vancouver Island, BC

Join Angela + the Collective Movement of Women Empowering Women:

For those of you who are ready to dive even deeper into a mind, body, soul tranformational journey, I invite you to join The Empowered Soul Collective—a safe & welcoming membership program designed to guide you through a journey of self-discovery, healing, and authentic empowerment. This unique space blends psychology, neuroscience, and spirituality to help you reconnect with your true self and rise into your fullest potential.

For more information and to join, visit The Empowered Soul Collective.

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This episode is a special installment in our Uncensored Mother-Daughter Conversations - From Heartbreak to Healing series, featuring the remarkable duo, Jodi Meldrum and her daughter Dari. These exceptional women opened up about their deeply personal mother-daughter journey, sharing insights and experiences that have shaped their paths to healing.

Dari, now in her 30s, shared a wealth of wisdom regarding her journey with ADHD, her history with abusive relationships, and the profound healing she has experienced, which includes addressing the mother wound. Her candid reflections offered invaluable perspectives to those facing similar challenges. Jodi, as Dari’s mother, delved into her unique healing journey, discussing the transformative impact of supporting her daughter through these trials and the positive ripple effects it has had on their entire family.

Listen in now to witness and be inspired by these courageous women as they share their story of resilience and healing through the family line.

Join Angela + the Collective Movement of Women Empowering Women:

For those of you who are ready to dive even deeper into a mind, body, soul tranformational journey, I invite you to join The Empowered Soul Collective—a safe & welcoming membership program designed to guide you through a journey of self-discovery, healing, and authentic empowerment. This unique space blends psychology, neuroscience, and spirituality to help you reconnect with your true self and rise into your fullest potential.

For more information and to join, visit The Empowered Soul Collective.

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Uncensored Mother-Daughter Conversations Series Presents…

From Heartbreak to Healing - Breaking the Cycle of the Mother-Daughter Wound

I almost did not post this NOT because the content isn't rich BUT because I almost tripped myself up in my own kryptonite - PERFECTIONISM. However, I blew up that kryptonite in favor of growth and here is why.

My mom, Wendy & I went live on Zoom unscripted + uncensored this past Sunday. It was my first podcast. I was excited, thrilled + everything was a green light.  Until we started the live and technology got the best of us. I could of let it all go sideways, panic, or shrink but I wasn't feeling that vibe.  So we went on - as is - in our most vulnerable state. It was like the universe showed up + amplified the vulnerability with a dash of technology (because I am always complaining about technology! I got the memo universe, "flip the script girl" if you want to manifest smooth podcasts ~ ffs!). 

As you will hear in this very raw podcast with my mom, I talk openly about my kryptonite. I know it is a super hero cape I wear to get connection + attention in the outside world when I feel vulnerable or exposed. I also know it is an OLD core wound that doesn't get the driver's seat any longer. I know when perfectionism shows up - I need to sit with it long enough for a new pattern of vulnerability + growth to show up. I know to be playful + creative and tap into my soul essence and when I do that - I hear the whispers of the woo woo telling me how to move forward. It sounded like this "Isn't this what you are teaching women? To be vulnerable and show up for themselves? To blow the glass ceiling off of their current reality? Sooooo why not be even more vulnerable, post the damn episode! Because you know how important this is to the world you ding dong!" AHHHHH, yes. Walk your talk dummy!

So not only did I have a very open and vulnerable conversation with my mom about our mother/daughter wound - I was called to amplify my vulnerability to give you the truest and rawest look into how messy it is when you stand in your full EMPOWERMENT + SOVEREIGNTY! 

It's not scripted, edited, curated, deleted, minimized. It is showing up in all my authenticity  and role modeling what undoing your kryptonite looks like. When I do this - I get to continue to live a life that I fully embrace and enjoy.  A life that is abundant with inner-freedom, vitality, and deep meaningful connections.

There is a deeply loving, resilient + strong force within me that always says “you are not going down in this sh#t storm” yo

Join Angela + the Collective Movement of Women Empowering Women:

For those of you who are ready to dive even deeper into a mind, body, soul tranformational journey, I invite you to join The Empowered Soul Collective—a safe & welcoming membership program designed to guide you through a journey of self-discovery, healing, and authentic empowerment. This unique space blends psychology, neuroscience, and spirituality to help you reconnect with your true self and rise into your fullest potential.

For more information and to join, visit The Empowered Soul Collective.

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