What happens when a single moment of discouragement silences your passion for decades?

In this deeply moving episode of the Refine and Shine Podcast, host Angelina Rivera sits down with singer, musician, and podcaster Teresa Phillips to explore her powerful journey of reclaiming her voice after trauma, grief, and years of self-doubt.

Teresa opens up about how a painful experience in junior high led her to walk away from music for decades, and how the loss of her parents ultimately became the catalyst for healing and rediscovering her God-given gifts. Through music, self-love practices, and courageous self-expression, Teresa rebuilt her confidence in her late 50s and returned to performing, singing, and creating.

This episode is a heartfelt conversation about healing from trauma, navigating grief without a timeline, honoring loved ones through creativity, and learning radical self-love at any stage of life.

If you’ve ever felt silenced, discouraged, or afraid to pursue your passion again, this episode will remind you that it’s never too late to shine.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

Teresa Phillips’ journey of returning to music after decades of silence

How early discouragement and trauma can impact confidence for years

The role grief played in Teresa reclaiming her voice and purpose

Why there is no timeline for healing after loss

How music became a tool for honoring her parents’ legacy

The importance of self-love, mirror work, and saying “no”

How Teresa rebuilt confidence in her late 50s

Overcoming fear through exposure and courageous action

Why age is never a barrier to pursuing your passion

Encouragement for anyone afraid to start again

🎶 Teresa currently sings multiple times a week, plays several instruments, and continues her healing journey through music and podcasting.

🔗 Connect With Teresa Phillips

🌐 Website & Podcast: https://goldenphoenixvoiceworks.com
🎤 Podcast: A Positive Life Moment

💬 Teresa’s Message to Listeners

“Don’t let others dim your light to brighten their own.
Shine like the beautiful sun you are.
Give yourself a hug. Tell yourself ‘I love you’ and mean it.”

🔗 Connect With Angelina Rivera

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