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Who Do You Think You Are? Teresa Ford is a certified mental health and trauma recovery life coach who believes you shouldn't hire any coach who hasn't successfully done what you are trying to do. So, if you have any experience with anxiety, depression, grief, loss, ADHD, emotional abandonment, parentification, or debilitating people-pleasing, Teresa has been there and back. Teresa has long been fascinated by the human experience and the vast spectrum of emotions that come into play in our lives. She believes life is an exploration, a journey to understand the emotional elements that shape who we think we are now and also who we are capable of becoming. "My own mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical healing process is what has propelled me to follow my life calling as a certified mental health and trauma recovery life coach" — Teresa Ford.

Ever find yourself thinking, "I'll be happy when"… [add job, money, relationship, or shiny object here.] Why do we struggle with our seemingly endless quest for happiness based on external things or circumstances?  Even when we reach our big happiness goal, why does the joy feel shallow or fleeting? Aura Martinez speaks candidly about obstacles she faced, including a lack of self-acceptance, which hindered her personal growth. Instead of fighting her despair, she leaned into her frustration with curiosity and created a unique coaching method — the A.U.R.A Blueprint.  As a successful Self-Discovery and Empowerment Coach, Aura's passion is helping women and men discover themselves more powerfully and attract everything they want, including happiness.

Beauty has been assigned, by man, the dominion of woman, but is Beauty her paradise or her prison? September 22, Christopher and Heather host 4 Conversations on VBB with female authors, researchers, and topic experts to answer questions about the Myth of Beauty. Questions women are shamed into not asking even themselves.

From Betrayal To Abundance is Annie Izmirliyan’s story. She's been heralded as a financial maverick who leverages over 20 years of education and hands-on experience in wealth management, financial planning, and sales leadership to guide individuals and organizations toward their financial goals and aspirations. However, what makes Annie unique and separates her are the life lessons she learned hard, including misplaced trust, life-partner betrayal, and a close encounter with a financial disaster.  Turning betrayal into success has helped Annie create a unique approach that focuses on guiding people through tough times while acknowledging their strengths. It's a philosophy that combines empathy, reassurance, and practical financial guidance. Annie's story speaks of hope and empowerment and shows that even life's harshest lessons, even betrayal, can lead to profound personal growth and overwhelming abundance.

Janice Selbie on Divorcing Religion! Janice Selbie lived 40 years of her life as a devout Christian. Living a reality reminiscent of a Margaret Atwood character in “The Handmaid’s Tale,” Janice became the quintessential Renaissance woman, complete with Mennonite-inspired shapeless clothing and modest head-coverings. She rejected all the creature comforts of secular life — TV, radio, music, newspapers, and magazines, and committed to homeschooling her children. It wasn’t until a series of personal upheavals challenged her obedience that Janice felt justified to question her lifelong devotion to blind faith. Janice is now a Registered Professional Counsellor and a Religious Trauma Recovery Coach hosting Divorcing Religion Workshops that help others experiencing the significant losses associated with religious de-conversion.

After 20+ years working in the beauty and fashion industries, Jen Auh, founder of Style Konsult & STYiLES, designed over 360 creative campaigns for major beauty and fashion retailers, including Bliss, Macy's, Too Faced Cosmetics, and Silver Jeans. As a beauty and fashion expert, she knows how looks influence people's confidence. That is where her journey in image consulting began. Jen now serves a community of over 10,000 people and has built a 7-figure consulting agency by empowering people's confidence with style. Her holistic approach integrates personal branding with a deep understanding of clients' strengths, blind spots, and unique qualities.  Jen stresses that building self-awareness is crucial for cultivating confidence and maximizing internal beauty. By being in tune with oneself, we can better manage how we are perceived and how we perceive ourselves.

Mariska Reinerink is a global Money Wellness and Business Coach, International Workshop Facilitator, Speaker, and Best-Selling Author with over 20 years of experience as a Holistic Financial Advisor. Her professional journey began as a physiotherapist, where she witnessed the profound impact of pain, stress, and money worries on people's overall well-being. Personally, Mariska faced her fair share of financial challenges while navigating single motherhood, self-employment, and financial uncertainty. These experiences were motivation to transition into Financial Services. What sets Mariska apart is her unique methodology that addresses the practical and human sides of money. It's about helping people develop a stress-free relationship with their finances. Mariska shares unique insights in her Best-Selling book, "Untangling Your Relationship with Money."

Who's at fault when male chivalry is interpreted as chauvinism or a sincere compliment is taken as a cheap come-on? True, some men's attitudes and actions have created these reservations in many women. So, what is an ideal man, or what do modern women really want from the men in their lives? Christopher and Heather share eleven qualities that women might consider deal breakers or ideals they wish from the good men in their lives.

Temi Ajibewa is a powerful and inspiring woman. She is a Personal Brand Strategist and Coach, Author of several Amazon-bestselling books, Mentor to women and men worldwide, and an electric Transformational Speaker, but beyond the titles lies a story of personal reinvention. Raised by a single mom in a dysfunctional social environment and as a young woman looking for love in all the wrong places, Temi’s tragic first steps in life helped her develop personal resilience and business principles that revolve around two key elements – high impact and high income. She firmly believes that everyone possesses the necessary ingredients for success, and her role is to refine those innate talents by assisting individuals to monetize their skills, expertise, and passion. Temi is a powerhouse force of nature and a must-listen.

Debbie Peterson, former mayor of Grover Beach, California, remains passionate about women's representation in public office. She's a first-hand witness to the troubling trend of women being discouraged from running due to the increase in online and in-person attacks. It's also true that many women don't want to work in a culture of confrontation or have their private lives picked apart in public. The result is fewer women pursuing political careers. Understanding the importance of diverse voices in decision-making, Debbie offers experience and advice supporting women contemplating a run for office. She emphasizes resilience and preparation, aiming to empower more women to overcome challenges and take on leadership roles.