This Thanksgiving hits differently… and I wanted to bring you into the real story behind why. If you had asked me a year ago whether my mom would be sitting at the table celebrating her 76th birthday today, I couldn’t have given you an answer. We prayed. We fought. We almost lost her—twice. And this year forced me to slow down in ways I never expected.

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing a message straight from my heart. Not as a business coach. Not as an entrepreneur. But as a daughter navigating one of the hardest seasons of her life.

I talk about what this year taught me about legacy, presence, loss, gratitude, and the truth about building a life you actually want to live—not just a business that looks successful on paper.

This isn’t just a Thanksgiving message.
 It’s a reminder of what matters, what lasts, and what we often forget while we’re chasing goals, growth, and the next milestone.

If you’re in a season of building… or a season of slowing down… or a season of transition… this one is for you.

Things I Cover in This Episode

• The moment doctors told us to prepare for my mom’s funeral
• The miracle that pulled her through
• What this year forced me to confront as a high achiever
• The truth about success and who you become while building it
• The difference between chasing goals and living a life
• How gratitude impacts business, sales, relationships, and leadership
• Why most entrepreneurs burn out—and how to avoid it
• A Thanksgiving challenge I want every listener to do today
• A perspective shift that will change how you plan your life and business
• The legacy your kids, parents, and clients actually remember

If this episode moved you, made you pause, or grounded you in any way… share it with someone you love — a friend, a teammate, a fellow entrepreneur navigating a heavy season.

And if you want to stay connected, get updates, and be part of my close-circle community, text me at textraquel.com. I’d love to hear what resonated with you most.

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