In this inspiring episode of The Making of Me podcast, memoir author, entrepreneur, and mother Misty Nesbitt shares her powerful journey from surviving childhood trauma to building a life filled with purpose and resilience.Misty opens up about her memoir, The Girl Who Kept Breathing, and how making the courageous decision to break generational cycles created a new path for her and her children. She speaks honestly about the healing process, the daily courage it takes to confront the past, and the importance of sharing your story as part of personal transformation.In this episode, you’ll discover:🌱 How surviving trauma can lead to personal strength and resilience❤️ The importance of breaking generational cycles📖 Why telling your story can be a powerful step in healing💪 How to embrace your power and reshape your life after adversityIf Misty’s message resonates with you, learn more about her book and her journey:🌐 https://authormistynesbitt.com⁠🌐 https://thegirlwhokeptbreathing.com⁠Subscribe for more powerful stories and meaningful conversations on The Making of Me podcast.#TraumaSurvivor #Resilience #MistyNesbitt #TheGirlWhoKeptBreathing #MakingOfMePodcast #HealingJourney

In this inspiring episode of The Making of Me podcast, Courtney Honda, president and founder of Pup’tique, shares how her dog Champ’s fight to survive a serious illness became the powerful origin story behind a unique dog retail brand in Temecula, California.

What began as a deeply personal experience grew into something much bigger—a thriving community where dog lovers don’t just come for treats and products, but for connection, support, and a sense of belonging. Courtney reveals how passion, resilience, and love for animals helped shape Pup’tique into a place many consider a true “second home” for dogs and their humans.”

In this episode, you’ll learn:

🐾 The emotional story behind Champ and the creation of Pup’tique

🐾 How a personal challenge turned into a community-driven business

🐾 The importance of building connection in a retail brand

🐾 Lessons for entrepreneurs about purpose, resilience, and passion

If you love dogs, inspiring founder stories, or community-driven businesses, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss.

🌐 Learn more about Pup’tique:

https://puptqe.com/

📱 Follow them on social media:

@pup_tq

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#DogCommunity #EntrepreneurStory #PetBusiness #DogLovers #Resilience #Puptique #MakingOfMe

Are you stuck in overthinking or feeling paralyzed by big goals?In this inspiring episode of The Making of Me podcast, high-performance coach Willie Blake shares how his simple but powerful “2% Rule” can help anyone make meaningful progress—even if you struggle with confidence, self-doubt, or just getting started.Diagnosed with dyslexia in first grade, Willie opens up about his personal journey of overcoming limiting beliefs. Despite early academic struggles, he developed daily habits that transformed his life—eventually reading 60 books a year and helping others unlock their potential through consistent action.In this episode, you’ll discover:📈 Why small daily improvements lead to massive long-term success🧠 How to overcome self-doubt and limiting beliefs📚 The mindset shift that helped Willie turn challenges into strengths⚡ Practical ways to apply the 2% Rule in your daily life🚀 How consistency beats motivation when it comes to growthIf you’ve been waiting for the “perfect moment” to start pursuing your goals, this conversation will inspire you to take action today.🌐 Learn more about Willie Blake and explore his tools and resources:https://coachwillieblake.com👍 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring conversations and life lessons from The Making of Me podcast.#2PercentRule #PersonalGrowth #Confidence #OvercomingObstacles #WillieBlake #MakingOfMe #Podcast #Motivation

Too many men are taught to suffer in silence—hiding trauma behind success, money, or constant distractions while never getting the help they truly need. In this powerful episode of The Making of Me podcast, trauma-informed coach Ronald “Zion” Roseboro dives deep into how societal pressure and what he calls the emotional “Miranda’s Law” keep many men from speaking out and finding healing.Ronald shares how men can break free from emotional silence, reclaim their identity, and rebuild their lives after painful experiences or setbacks. Through his work helping men confront shame and trauma, he explains why community, honesty, and structured support are essential for lasting transformation.In this conversation, you’ll discover:🧠 Why many men are conditioned to suppress emotional pain💬 The concept of emotional “Miranda’s Law” and how it shapes male behavior🔧 How the BRIC methodology helps men rebuild their lives step-by-step🤝 The power of brotherhood and community in healing trauma🔥 Practical steps to begin living a shame-free lifeIf you’re a man struggling silently—or you know someone who is—this conversation offers insight, encouragement, and a path forward.🌐 Get Ronald’s free book, join the Samson Restore Movement, or book a discovery call:https://theshamefreelife.comDon’t forget to like, subscribe, and share for more powerful conversations and personal transformation stories from The Making of Me podcast.#MensMentalHealth #HealingFromTrauma #PersonalGrowth #RonaldZionRoseboro #MakingOfMe #Podcast

Are you feeling trapped in hustle culture and overwhelmed as a business owner?

In this episode of The Making of Me podcast, Jeremy Shapiro shares practical strategies to help entrepreneurs reclaim their time and build businesses that truly support the life they want—without sacrificing growth or profitability.

Jeremy explains how shifting from constant hustle to intentional systems, smart delegation, and strong leadership can help founders break through business plateaus and achieve genuine freedom. Instead of being stuck working in the business, he shows how entrepreneurs can start working on the business and create long-term sustainability.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

⏳ How entrepreneurs can buy back their time and reduce overwhelm
⚙️ Why building systems is essential for sustainable business growth
🤝 The importance of hiring the right team and learning to delegate
🧠 Mindset shifts that help founders move beyond hustle culture
🚀 Practical steps to design a business that supports your ideal life

If you want to grow your business without sacrificing your time, health, or freedom, this conversation is packed with actionable insights.

📚 Grab Jeremy Shapiro’s bestselling book and access free resources:
https://yourbusinessgrowthplaybook.com

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#Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #TimeManagement #Freedom #Productivity #JeremyShapiro #MakingOfMePodcast

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Are you an athlete, entrepreneur, or high-achiever struggling with chronic pain or hitting mental and physical plateaus? In this episode of The Making of Me Podcast, we sit down with Brandon Day—two-time national champion, high-performance coach, and founder of Evolved Athlete—to explore how understanding your brain and accessing flow states can transform recovery, reduce pain, and unlock peak performance.Brandon shares his personal journey of overcoming chronic pain, the mental challenges that came with sudden success, and how he combined applied neuroscience with flow-state coaching to help others perform at their highest level.You’ll discover why pain is often created in the brain—not always by physical injury—how stress can actually become a tool for growth, and practical strategies to build resilience in sports, business, the arts, and everyday life.In this episode, you’ll learn:⚡ Why the brain plays a major role in chronic pain🧠 How neuroscience can help reset your performance limits🌊 What flow state really is and how to access it💪 Why stress, when used correctly, can make you stronger🚀 Practical strategies to unlock sustainable peak performanceReady to eliminate pain, master your mindset, and perform at your best?👉 Learn more or connect with Brandon:https://evolvedathlete.coachSubscribe for more inspiring conversations and powerful personal growth insights from The Making of Me Podcast.#PerformanceCoaching #FlowState #ChronicPain #Neuroscience #PeakPerformance #MakingOfMePodcast

Feeling stuck in negative thought patterns or weighed down by past experiences? In this episode of The Making of Me, hosts Aro Benaiah, Billie Aadmi, and Melissa Deally explore the transformative concept of moving from Victim Island to Solution City. Discover how your thoughts shape your reality, why accountability is the key to self-empowerment, and learn practical tools to reclaim your power, shift your mindset, and live life on your own terms.

Billie Aadmi and Melissa Deally—co-founders of Amplify Impact Academy—share personal stories and actionable strategies based on NLP and timeline therapy that have helped countless people break free from limiting beliefs and take control of their happiness, health, and success.

Ready to step into a new version of yourself?
Find free workshops, empowering resources, and more at:
https://amplifyimpactacademy.com/

Subscribe for more inspiring conversations and start your journey from Victim Island to Solution City today!

#Mindset #PersonalGrowth #Accountability #SelfLeadership #MakingOfMePodcast

What happens when you stop saying yes to everything and start honoring your own needs?

In this episode of The Making of Me Podcast, host Aro Benaiah sits down with women's transition coach and transformation specialist Nicole Adey to explore the life-changing power of boundaries.

Nicole shares why so many women struggle to say no, how subtle moments of self-abandonment can slowly drain our energy, and the practical steps anyone can take to create healthier emotional and relational boundaries.

In this conversation, you’ll discover:

✅ Why boundaries are essential for emotional and mental wellbeing

✅ How “micro moments” of self-abandonment impact confidence

✅ Practical ways to start saying no without guilt

✅ How stronger boundaries improve relationships at home and work

✅ Simple steps to reconnect with your energy, purpose, and self-worth

If you've been feeling overwhelmed, stretched too thin, or disconnected from yourself, this episode offers thoughtful insights and actionable advice to help you regain balance and clarity.

🔗 Connect with Nicole Adey:

Website: https://achangeofseasons.com.au

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#Boundaries #SelfWorth #WomenEmpowerment #Transformation #NicoleAdey #MakingOfMePodcast

In this heartfelt episode of The Making of Me Podcast, host Aro Benaiah sits down with Kim Patton to share her deeply personal journey through infertility, adoption, and foster care.

Kim opens up about how these challenging experiences strengthened her faith, reshaped her understanding of motherhood, and inspired her work as a writer and mentor. She shares honest insights about grief, hope, surrender, and finding purpose through seasons of uncertainty.

In this conversation, you’ll discover:

❤️ How infertility can reshape faith and personal identity

🌱 What adoption and foster care taught Kim about love and family

🙏 How dependence on God became a source of strength

✨ Ways to find gratitude and purpose even in difficult seasons

📖 How her experiences influenced her writing and mentoring work

Whether you are navigating infertility, considering adoption or foster care, or simply need encouragement in your life journey, this conversation offers hope, wisdom, and emotional strength.

🔗 Connect with Kim Patton and learn more:

https://kimpatton.com

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#Faith #Infertility #Adoption #MotherhoodJourney #MakingOfMePodcast #Inspiration

Is accessibility just about compliance?

In this insightful episode of The Making of Me Podcast, host Aro Benaiah sits down with Maxwell Ivey, also known as The Blind Blogger, to discuss how website accessibility is not only inclusive — but also powerful for business growth.

Maxwell Ivey explains how accessible design improves user experience, strengthens SEO performance, and builds stronger brand loyalty. He also shares why features like dark mode benefit more people than just users with visual impairments, helping businesses serve a wider audience.

In this conversation, you’ll learn:

✅ Why accessibility is good for business, not just compliance

✅ How accessibility improves search engine visibility

✅ Common website mistakes that push customers away

✅ Simple accessibility improvements that create big results

✅ How inclusive design builds trust and customer loyalty

If you want your website or online platform to reach more people without feeling overwhelmed by technical complexity, this episode is for you.

🔗 Connect with Maxwell Ivey and learn more:

https://theaccessibilityadvantage.com

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#Accessibility #BusinessGrowth #WebDesign #Inclusion #MakingOfMePodcast