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"Where you grow up can define your early experiences, but it doesn’t have to define your future. Whether you come from the hood or an ideal neighborhood, the real question is—how do you rise beyond your circumstances?"

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"Sometimes, you don’t have to be the one in the gang for it to change your life. Sometimes, just knowing the wrong person is enough to pull you into a world you never asked to be in."

Maybe you’re listening to this right now because you’re in that situation. Maybe you feel trapped between loyalty and self-preservation. Or maybe you’ve already walked away, but the scars run deep. Wherever you are on this journey, just know—you’re not alone. And today, we’re going to talk about:

• How association with gang life affects you, even if you’re not in the gang.
• The emotional, mental, and physical toll it takes.
• How to break free, set boundaries, and protect your own future.

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 Today, we’re diving into a powerful conversation: the real-world business skills that you can’t learn in school. This one’s personal, raw, and full of heart — because it’s rooted in my own story, the one I shared in The New Zealand Dream: The Healing.

I call this one: Grit, Guts, and Grace. Let’s talk about the tools you gain in the trenches — and how they can become the foundation of your business."

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“Healing isn’t a straight path—and it was never meant to be. But you were never meant to walk it alone, either.”

In this raw and hope-filled episode, Elise shares the truth about healing—it’s not a linear journey, and that’s okay. Drawing from her own lived experiences of trauma, chronic illness, and rebuilding life after loss, she opens up about the real challenges of the healing process. This is a gentle but powerful reminder that messy days don’t mean failure—and you are not alone in the storm.

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Chayne is a 31-year-old solo mum to three beautiful kids, living in rural New Zealand. She's built a massive, supportive community by teaching the lost art of getting back to basics — from growing your own fruit and veggies, to clever money-saving tips, personal growth insights, and recipes that will seriously make your mouth water.

Chayne’s story is a powerful reminder that resilience, creativity, and a return to simple living can truly transform our lives. Today, she's here to share her journey — the real, the raw, and the inspiring — with us all.

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If you would like to share your story or write and even publish your story and could use some help, or would like to guest on our show. Please don't hesitate to email me at [email protected] 

For those that are ready to start their story today I have created a; "Tell your story" kit just for you.

Warm regards

Elise Smith

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Heartbreak isn't just an ending - it's a fracture in the life we thought we'd have, a deep wound that leaves us wondering if we'll ever feel whole again. 

When my world shattered, I thought I was broken beyond repair. But looking back, I see now that it was through those cracks that the light found its way in. And today I want to share how you can thrive beyond the pain - because your story isn't the finale draft, let's edit, re write and publish a new story. 

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Are you ready to step into a life of purpose, clarity, and growth?

Get your free guide that will walk you through 10 actionable steps to help you move from where you are now to where you truly want to be. 

Whether you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain, these steps are designed to help you reclaim control, build confidence, and embrace the life of your dreams.

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Sometimes, life doesn’t just knock us down—it shatters us. The dreams we built, the person we thought we were, the future we imagined—it all crumbles in ways we never expected. But what if those broken pieces aren’t the end of your story? What if they’re the beginning of something even more powerful? Welcome to Survive, Rise, Thrive—I’m Elise and today, I want to share how my greatest loss became the foundation for a life I never could have imagined. And if you’re in the middle of your own storm, I hope this episode gives you the strength to keep going."

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This is how I found me again- and you can too.

How I rebuilt my identity after everything seemed to fall apart.

I take you through my journey living in toxicity, facing unimaginable challenges, and choosing freedom and healing. By the end of this episode, I hope you'll feel inspired to take your first steps toward rebuilding your own identity and thriving after life's toughest knocks.

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Are you ready to step into a life of purpose, clarity, and growth?

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Whether you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain, these steps are designed to help you reclaim control, build confidence, and embrace the life of your dreams.

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