Women Thrive

Mark your calendars for the Women Thrive Summit, happening March 18-22, 2024.

Visit https://womenthrivesummit.com  to grab your tickets today!

Ever wondered how personal branding could transform your career and business success? Join co-host Abigail Rebecca as she engages in a conversation with Chellie Phillips, an award-winning professional, published author, and thriving entrepreneur. Discover the ins and outs of personal branding across various sectors.

Chellie unveils the power of personal branding and its role in shaping success. Tune in as she shares her personal career shift story and gain insights into the intersection of personal branding and organizational culture.

✨ Exceptional Highlights

• The Significance of Culture in Establishing Personal Branding: Chellie highlights the relationship between culture and personal branding, drawing from her experiences and knowledge. She emphasizes how personal branding extends to how an individual navigates and transforms their work environment’s culture. Moreover, she shares her personal journey as a catalyst of change in her previous workplace, inspiring us to do the same.

• Personal Stories & Vulnerability in Personal Branding: A critical element of any personal brand is the ability to narrate a compelling story. Chellie attests to the power of storytelling, relating it to her personal journey from journalism to corporate PR, and eventually, personal branding. She discusses her personal growth experience and transformation after changing jobs, highlighting that our value comes from us, our relationships, our contributions, and how we make those around us feel. Importantly she notes, “Until you know your strength, until you know how people see you, you can't adjust it.

• A Practical Guide to Personal Branding and Workplace Visibility: Intriguingly, Chellie offers nuggets of wisdom on how to kickstart personal branding. For her, the journey begins with understanding how others perceive you. She suggests reaching out to people from different areas of your life and exploring their views and opinions of you. This multidimensional feedback provides a comprehensive overview of the brand one projects, which serves as the cornerstone of improvement and refinement. 

Show Highlights

00:00 Introduction to Women Thrive Podcast

01:00 The Importance of Personal Branding

01:31 Introducing Guest Speaker: Chellie Phillips

02:01 The Art of Tea Sipping: A Cultural Exchange

03:37 Chellie's Journey: From Journalism to Corporate PR

05:43 The Power of Personal Branding in Career Advancement

06:38 The Impact of Personal Branding on Workplace Culture

09:04 The Importance of Visibility in Personal Branding

12:59 The Role of Storytelling in Personal Branding

16:50 The Power of Vulnerability in Personal Branding

24:28 The Role of Visibility in Career Advancement

32:50 Chellie's Upcoming Talk at Women Thrive Summit

37:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

✨ About Chellie Phillips ✨

Chellie Phillips, a sweet-tea-sipping, sassy Southerner, is a versatile entrepreneur and award-winning professional dedicated to reshaping today’s workplace cultures for both employees and businesses to thrive. With a wealth of experience spanning over 25 years in the utility industry, Chellie has garnered numerous national and state awards for her outstanding strategic communications and public relations skills. As the Vice President of Communications and Public Relations at Coweta-Fayette EMC, she leads by example, championing the belief that work should be a “get to” rather than a “got to.”

In addition to her corporate role, Chellie is the visionary founder of Successfully Ever After, a where she utilizes the Successfully Ever After™ and V.A.L.U.E. Culture Formula™ to provide transformative coaching and corporate training events and activities. An international best-selling author with three impactful books under her belt, including "Culture Secrets: Secrets Leaders Use to Build a V.A.L.U.E. Culture," Chellie empowers dynamic, career-minded professionals to become irresistible in the workforce. Whether guiding individuals towards their dream jobs or helping businesses attract top-tier talent, she infuses her work with passion, authenticity, and proven strategies.

Chellie’s expertise spirit shines through in her innovative approach to employee engagement programs, which have earned national recognition and are now replicated across the United States. As a sought-after coach, corporate trainer, and motivational speaker, she delivers impactful insights that unlock the potential of both individuals and organizations. Her authentic approach and passion shine through in her work, making her a compelling motivator and change agent. If you seek to set the tone and create a lasting impact on employee behavior Chellie Phillips is who you need to ensure you’re engaged from start to finish, inspired to act,

✨ About the Women Thrive Podcast ✨

The Women Thrive Podcast features women from all around the world with their inspiring stories of how they have conquered personal challenges and found a way to rise and thrive. 

Listen to the stories of entrepreneurs, speakers, authors, experts, and business owners from all walks of life inspiring and empowering women globally. We cover topics of leadership, business success, mindset, spirituality, marketing and visibility, media and PR, and many more.

Important Links:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/chellie-phillips 

https://www.facebook.com/chelliep/ 

https://www.twitter.com/p_chellie 

https://www.instagram.com/chellie_phillips/ 

https://www.pinterest.com/chellie_p/ 

https://www.tiktok.com/@authorchellie 

https://www.youtube.com/@chellie_phillips 

Women Thrive Summit: https://womenthrivesummit.com/

Women Thrive Podcast: https://womenthrivemedia.com/podcasts

Women Thrive Book: https://womenthrivesummit.com/book/

Mark your calendars for the Women Thrive Summit, happening March 18-22, 2024.

Visit https://womenthrivesummit.com  to grab your tickets today!

Ever felt the need to embrace your true self for a more fulfilling life? Join host Raimonda Jan on this episode of the Women Thrive Podcast as she welcomes Marissa Warren, a hypnotherapist and transformational consultant, to explore the profound importance of healing and transforming oneself.

Marissa shares her personal story of trauma and the incredible journey that led her to transformation. Understand better the imperative nature of addressing and overcoming personal trauma for a life filled with purpose and joy.

✨ Exceptional Highlights

• Coming home to oneself and aligning with authenticity and sovereignty: Marissa, shares her own journey of self-discovery and transformation, which involved facing deep trauma and reconnecting with her authentic self.

• The importance of self-awareness and facing one's inner trauma: Marissa highlights the significance of self-awareness in the healing journey and how it can lead to transformative changes in one's life. The episode explores how trauma can manifest in different ways, such as avoidance, self-sabotage, imposter syndrome, and low self-confidence.

• The modalities and practices that support healing and personal transformation: Marissa discusses the various modalities she specializes in, such as hypnotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, neuro-linguistic programming, and psychotherapy.

Show Highlights

00:07 Introduction to Women Thrive Podcast

00:37 Guest Introduction: Marissa Warren

02:31 Marissa's Personal Journey and Transformation

09:35 Understanding Trauma and Its Manifestations

11:46 Healing Modalities and Their Impact

18:45 The Importance of Self-Awareness and Authenticity

21:50 Connecting with Marissa and Final Thoughts

23:33 Conclusion and Invitation to Women Thrive Summit

✨ About Marissa Warren ✨

Marissa is a hypnotherapist and transformational consultant working with RTT – Rapid Transformational Therapy, QHHT – Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique, Somatic and Tantric embodiment, breathwork and sound healing.

Marissa truly embodies these modalities in her daily life and have used these herself to heal from trauma, make major life changes, create lasting transformations and align to her soul’s purpose.  This work Marissa is doing is truly the work she is here to do and it is her life’s purpose.  Marissa now uses these modalities with her clients to help them break free from past limitations to live their best life. 

Marissa is the transformational consultant for those ready to reclaim inner freedom, step into living life on their own terms, take action and do the work to make lasting and deep changes, are ready to uplevel and elevate their life, want to achieve true transformations, and realign with their souls’ purpose while aligning to their own unique authenticity and sovereignty. 

If you are ready to move through your current plateau and elevate your life – Marissa is the transformational consultant for you!

Marissa will leave you feeling empowered, living from your infinite inner power and potential and stepping into the life and level of success you truly desire.  Everything you need is already within you and Marissa will help you tap into your inner magic and utilise your inner resources to step up and shine. 

✨ About the Women Thrive Podcast ✨

The Women Thrive Podcast features women from all around the world with their inspiring stories of how they have conquered personal challenges and found a way to rise and thrive. 

Listen to the stories of entrepreneurs, speakers, authors, experts, and business owners from all walks of life inspiring and empowering women globally. We cover topics of leadership, business success, mindset, spirituality, marketing and visibility, media and PR, and many more.

Important Links:

https://www.marissawarren.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/marissa.warren.transformational 

https://www.instagram.com/marissawarren_/ 

https://www.tiktok.com/@marissawarren_ 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissawarren-hypnotherapist-transformationalconsultant/ 

https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/656b281264099000125abb0e 

Women Thrive Summit: https://womenthrivesummit.com/

Women Thrive Podcast: https://womenthrivemedia.com/podcasts

Women Thrive Book: https://womenthrivesummit.com/book/

Are you struggling to set boundaries in your personal and professional life? In the latest edition of the Women Thrive Podcast, co-host Abigail Rebecca dives into a thought-provoking conversation with special guest Christiana Genie, an advocate for empowering corporate women to establish healthy boundaries.

Ever wondered about the key to success in setting boundaries? Tune in as Christiana, a specialist in transforming automatic behaviors, shares her insights on the significance of boundaries and self-compassion. Learn from her personal journey of self-redefinition and discover practical tips for setting boundaries without aggression.

✨ Exceptional Highlights

• Setting Boundaries: Understanding the Importance: Cristiana explains that boundaries allow us to preserve our own energy and create the space we need to achieve our big visions in life. By setting boundaries, we take responsibility for our lives and ensure that our needs are met. It's not about being aggressive or difficult, but rather about asserting our needs and desires with confidence and clarity.

• The Role of Self-Image in Boundary Setting: We must recognize that we are not defined by others' opinions of us and that we have the right to set boundaries. By shifting our beliefs and embracing self-compassion, we can begin the journey toward setting healthy boundaries and reclaiming our power.

• Overcoming Guilt and Fear: Cristiana emphasizes the power of self-compassion and self-forgiveness in overcoming these emotions. It's essential to acknowledge that setting boundaries is a process, and it's okay if we haven't set boundaries in the past. By gradually setting boundaries and allowing ourselves to feel empowered, we can break free from the patterns that have held us back.

Show Highlights

00:00 Introduction

01:05 The Importance of Setting Boundaries

01:45 Introducing Guest Speaker: Christiana Genie

03:27 Christiana's Personal Journey and Vision

08:41 The Struggles of Setting Boundaries

16:14 The Process of Setting Boundaries

24:39 Looking Forward to the Women Thrive Stage

25:59 Connecting with Christiana Genie

27:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

✨ About Christiana Genie ✨

Christiana Genie empowers corporate women to claim their power, set boundaries, and create space for pleasure and success without guilt and overthinking.

Christiana Genie started her career in coaching in 2008 as a Child & Parenting Coach.

Today, she specializes in supporting women to understand their automatic behaviors and shift their mindset in a way that they become unstoppable toward their personal and professional goals.

Her goal is to help as many women as possible release the old limiting paradigm of the woman who covers everybody else’s needs but hers and create a new expanding and powerful prototype of the new-age woman who understands her value, covers her needs, and speaks her truth confidently.

In April 2023 she established the women's community "Women Evolve" in Cyprus and it now has over 70 women registered in it. The community aims to create a safe space as well as a support network for women in Cyprus.

She is an Accredited Senior Coach by EMCC, a Mentor at WOT (Women On Top) Greece, Member of ICF (International Coaching Federation) and a Member of BPW Cyprus (Cyprus Federation of Business and Professional Women). 

Christiana is the founder of the Inner Growth Academy in Cyprus, and a speaker on personal development subjects at various government and private organizations worldwide.

✨ About the Women Thrive Podcast ✨

The Women Thrive Podcast features women from all around the world with their inspiring stories of how they have conquered personal challenges and found a way to rise and thrive. 

Listen to the stories of entrepreneurs, speakers, authors, experts, and business owners from all walks of life inspiring and empowering women globally. We cover topics of leadership, business success, mindset, spirituality, marketing and visibility, media and PR, and many more.

Important Links:

https://www.christianagenie.com/ 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiana-genie/ 

https://www.instagram.com/christiana.genie/ 

https://www.facebook.com/geniechristiana/ 

Women Thrive Summit: https://womenthrivesummit.com/

Women Thrive Podcast: https://womenthrivemedia.com/podcasts

Women Thrive Book: https://womenthrivesummit.com/book/

Are you ready to transform your knowledge into a compelling book that leaves a lasting impact? In this episode of the Women Thrive podcast, join host Abigail Rebecca in a captivating conversation with Adrienne Dyer, a seasoned non-fiction book coach and ghostwriter.

From a childhood passion for writing to becoming a guiding force in the world of book creation, Adrienne shares her journey and insights. Discover how she empowers entrepreneurs and business owners to share their expertise through books, regardless of their writing abilities.

Tune in to this episode and unlock the secrets to leveraging your knowledge, connecting with your audience, and making a meaningful impact through the written word. Whether you're an aspiring author or a seasoned business professional, this conversation is bound to inspire and guide you on your journey to literary success.

✨ Exceptional Highlights

• Finding Your Voice: One of the most significant benefits of writing a book is the opportunity to find your voice. Writing allows you to express your thoughts, beliefs, and experiences in a way that is unique to you. Through the process of writing, you can uncover and refine your authentic voice, which can be a powerful tool in personal and professional growth.
• Sharing Your Message: Writing a book allows you to share your knowledge, expertise, and insights with a wider audience. Whether you are a business owner, an artist, or a thought leader, a book provides a platform to communicate your ideas effectively. Your book becomes a medium through which you can inspire, educate, and empower others.
• Leaving a Legacy: A book is a tangible representation of your ideas, experiences, and wisdom. It allows you to leave a lasting legacy that can impact generations to come. Your book becomes a part of the literary canon, contributing to the collective knowledge of humanity.

Show Highlights

02:24 Adrienne's Journey into Writing

06:00 The Impact of Writing on Business Growth

08:05 The Transition into GhostWriting

11:37 The Power of Writing a Book

20:01 The Process of Writing a Book

24:14 The Importance of Writing the Right Book

28:15 How to Get Started with Writing a Book

✨ About Adrienne Dyer ✨

Adrienne Dyer is a nonfiction Book Coach and Ghostwriter with a proven method for helping entrepreneurs write business books that set them on a fast track to reaching their goals. From sales coaches, real estate professionals, and healing practitioners to the CEO of a $100 million marketing company, Adrienne has helped entrepreneurs and thought leaders write and publish books that hit bestseller lists and earn five-star reviews on Amazon.

After 17+ years as a journalist and eight years as a content marketer, Adrienne pours everything she knows into her longstanding mission: to lift women entrepreneurs into the limelight using the power of story. With Adrienne as your storytelling partner, writing a book is so much easier than you imagined!

✨ About the Women Thrive Podcast ✨

The Women Thrive Podcast features women from all around the world with their inspiring stories of how they have conquered personal challenges and found a way to rise and thrive. 

Listen to the stories of entrepreneurs, speakers, authors, experts, and business owners from all walks of life inspiring and empowering women globally. We cover topics of leadership, business success, mindset, spirituality, marketing and visibility, media and PR, and many more.

Important Links:

https://adriennedyer.com/ 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriennedyer/ 

https://www.instagram.com/adriennedyerbookcoach/ 

Women Thrive Summit: https://womenthrivesummit.com/

Women Thrive Podcast: https://womenthrivemedia.com/podcasts

Women Thrive Book: https://womenthrivesummit.com/book/

In this episode of the Women Thrive Podcast, Abigail Rebecca speaks with Bronwyn Bergen, founder and president of Stars Kids Life Coaches. Bronwyn shares her personal experiences, the significance of life coaching for children, and explains how her business helps in building self-esteem, social skills, and emotional intelligence among children. They also discuss the effects of technology on kids, the importance of open and honest communication in families, and the significance of resilient skills. Bronwyn expresses her vision for the future - putting kids' life coaching on the map and normalizing it to the point that children talk about their life coaches as a part of everyday conversation.

✨ Exceptional Highlights

• Facing Challenges and Developing Resilience: Life is full of ups and downs, and helping children develop resilience is crucial. Kids life coaching empowers children to understand that failures and setbacks are a part of life. Bronwyn shares stories of young children who learn to bounce back from adversity and demonstrate inner strength and confidence. By teaching coping mechanisms and resiliency skills, kids life coaching equips children with the ability to face challenges head-on.

• The Role of Parents: Parents play a vital role in their child's coaching journey. Bronwyn emphasizes the importance of open and honest conversations between parents and children. By involving children in decision-making processes and problem-solving, parents create a strong family dynamic that supports and nurtures the child's growth. Additionally, Bronwyn offers parental counseling sessions to address any concerns, fostering healthy family dynamics and creating an action plan for parents to support their child's development.

• Finding Balance in a Digital Age: Technology is an integral part of children's lives today, and finding balance is essential. Bronwyn acknowledges that while technology addiction can be a concern, it's important to have a holistic approach. Setting boundaries and encouraging outdoor activities and family time can help create a healthy balance for children. Technology can also be a tool for creativity and learning when used intentionally and responsibly.

Show Highlights

00:00 Introduction

01:26 Introducing Guest: Bronwyn Bergen

03:07 The Impact of Empowering Children

03:37 Bronwyn's Journey and the Birth of Stars Kids Life Coaches

10:29 The Role of Parents in Children's Development

20:46 The Influence of Technology on Children's Lives

23:45 Bronwyn's Vision for the Future

27:10 Closing Remarks and Contact Information

29:43 Final Thoughts and Podcast Wrap-up

✨ About Bronwyn Bergen ✨

Bronwyn Bergen is  the founder/President of The STARS Kids Life Coaches.  She says there is no greater inspiration than empowering children. STARS Kids Life Coaches is a certified global Kids Life group specializing in building self-esteem, social skills, emotional intelligence and communication skills while also addressing growth mindset for athletes, attention disorders, divorce recovery and also parental counseling.   They work with children coaching them to develop a growth mindset, confidence-building, resilience and dealing with adversity.

The ultimate goal is to build a success mindset in every young person with whom they work and to inspire, motivate, and provide kids with a greater self-acceptance, self- awareness and clear understanding of their own thinking patterns. They  accomplish this by assessing children’s needs, then developing a tailor-made individualized program. What makes The STARS Kids Life Coaches coaching distinctive, is that each child receives a tailor made program. 

This is a unique approach to coaching that will facilitate self-development, enhance social skills, and build self-esteem through the transfer of life skills.  Being proactive with coaching children and building a toolbox of skills is monumental when children are dealing with daily stresses or coping with difficult situations in their lives.  

✨ About the Women Thrive Podcast ✨

The Women Thrive Podcast features women from all around the world with their inspiring stories of how they have conquered personal challenges and found a way to rise and thrive. 

Listen to the stories of entrepreneurs, speakers, authors, experts, and business owners from all walks of life inspiring and empowering women globally. We cover topics of leadership, business success, mindset, spirituality, marketing and visibility, media and PR, and many more.

Important Links:

https://www.starskidslifecoaches.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/STARSkidslifecoaches/ 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bronwyn-bergen-8b9451105/ 

https://www.instagram.com/stars_kids_life_coaches/ 

https://www.tiktok.com/@starskidslifecoaches 

Women Thrive Summit: https://womenthrivesummit.com/

Women Thrive Podcast: https://womenthrivemedia.com/podcasts

Women Thrive Book: https://womenthrivesummit.com/book/

In this episode of the Women's Thrive Podcast, Abigail speaks with Kelly Keefe, the founder and CEO of Heart Space. Kelly shares her journey of becoming an international bestselling author and renowned leader in her business. She discusses the vital role of granting oneself permission to thrive, create abundance, and step into any aspirations. Kelly also underscores the importance of becoming aware of subconscious programming developed at a young age and the impact of societal and generational influences, especially on women. She provides actionable advice for identifying personal desires and cultivating a positive and aligned mindset towards achieving them.

✨ Exceptional Highlights

• Granting Yourself Permission: Kelly Keefe believes that many of us have been conditioned to wait for someone or something outside of ourselves to give us permission to pursue our dreams and live our best lives. But the power to grant ourselves permission lies within us. It starts with acknowledging that we have the ability to choose and give ourselves permission to thrive.
• The Fear Factor: Stepping into your power and granting yourself permission can be intimidating and scary. Kelly emphasizes that fear is a normal part of the human experience, especially when we are playing a big game. It is important to acknowledge fear, befriend it, and learn from it. Understanding fear on a deeper level allows us to navigate through it and step into our true potential. 
• Healing Generational Trauma: Granting yourself permission not only heals and transforms your life, but it also has a profound impact on future generations. Our beliefs and behaviors are often passed down through generations. By doing the inner work and healing ourselves, we break the cycle and create positive shifts within our family and community. Kelly emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and honoring our ancestors, recognizing the interconnectivity of all relationships.

Show Highlights

00:00 Introduction

02:14 Kelly's Journey and Mission

03:29 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Change

07:06 Permission Granted: Stepping into Your Power

12:02 Healing Generations and Creating Your Reality

22:31 Writing Books and Creating Impact

26:48 Joining the Women Thrive Summit 2024

27:54 Connecting with Kelly and Wrapping Up

29:06 Closing Remarks and Invitation to Engage

✨ About Kelly Keefe ✨

Kelly Keefe is a groundbreaking thought-leader, founder & CEO of The Heartspace and international best selling author where she supports Leaders, Entrepreneurs, and Spiritual Seekers elevate to their fullest clarity, execution, expression and alignment with God. She is a catalyst for transformation, empowerment & prosperity for those who enter her energetic field. As a Reiki Master Teacher, and vibrational artist passionate about helping people live from their Heartspace. The author of Rise Above Fear, she specializes in supporting female leaders getting clear on their destiny, clear the blocks, rise above fear, and create the life they deserve to have.

✨ About the Women Thrive Podcast ✨

The Women Thrive Podcast features women from all around the world with their inspiring stories of how they have conquered personal challenges and found a way to rise and thrive. 

Listen to the stories of entrepreneurs, speakers, authors, experts, and business owners from all walks of life inspiring and empowering women globally. We cover topics of leadership, business success, mindset, spirituality, marketing and visibility, media and PR, and many more.

Important Links:

Connect with Kelly Keefe:

http://www.heartspace.co

https://www.tiktok.com/@theheartspace_global/

https://www.instagram.com/iamkellykeefe/

https://www.facebook.com/heartspace.co

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-keefe/

https://calendly.com/heartspace-co

https://www.allamericanspeakers.com/speakers/455179/Kelly-Keefe

Women Thrive Summit: https://womenthrivesummit.com/

Women Thrive Podcast: https://womenthrivemedia.com/podcasts

Women Thrive Book: https://womenthrivesummit.com/book/

In this episode of Women Thrive Podcast, Raimonda Jan introduces Jessica Rice, a high performance coach for women leaders. Jessica shares her journey from computer engineering to coaching, emphasizing her mission to help women discover their authentic leadership voice and purpose-driven lives. 

Discussing the importance of authenticity in leadership, she addresses the fears that often inhibit women from being their true selves and embracing their strengths. Jessica highlights the necessity of stepping away from a pleasing demeanor to be a resilient leader and shares the transformational results of her coaching on female executives.

✨ Exceptional Highlights

• Embrace Your Authentic Self: Learn to step into your own power and shine without fear. Being unapologetically yourself is key to true empowerment.

• Harness Your Experiences: Don't just stick to what's on your resume. Embrace all your life's experiences and bring them into your leadership and everyday life.

• Push Yourself Forward: Don't hold yourself back due to fear-based reasoning. Push through those moments of fear and watch the breakthroughs and transformations happen.

Show Highlights

00:07 Introduction to Women Thrive Podcast

00:46 Guest Introduction: Jessica Rice, High Performance Coach

01:38 Jessica's Journey into Coaching

03:03 Embracing Authenticity in Leadership

06:43 Overcoming Challenges and Balancing Success

11:33 Making the Leap to Full-Time Coaching

13:50 The Power of Unapologetic Leadership

15:28 Transformative Results from Coaching

20:11 Elevating Impact: Harnessing Passion, Purpose, and Expertise

21:42 Final Thoughts and Connecting with Jessica

23:30 Closing Remarks and Future Episodes

✨ About Jessica Rice ✨

Jessica Rice is a certified ICF Coach, Author, and host of the Hello You Show. She is focused on helping visionary leaders and entrepreneurs build their own leadership brands and reach extraordinary goals. 

With over 15 years of corporate experience in brand strategy, UX/UI design, frontend engineering, and leadership, Jessica brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her coaching clients. Her clients have achieved remarkable results from discovering their golden path to rediscovering their zone of genius. Jessica provides tailored support and guidance to help break through limitations, increase productivity, and lead with impact. Jessica is passionate about helping women to be empowered by their natural strengths and own them fully.

✨ About the Women Thrive Podcast ✨

The Women Thrive Podcast features women from all around the world with their inspiring stories of how they have conquered personal challenges and found a way to rise and thrive. 

Listen to the stories of entrepreneurs, speakers, authors, experts, and business owners from all walks of life inspiring and empowering women globally. We cover topics of leadership, business success, mindset, spirituality, marketing and visibility, media and PR, and many more.

Important Links:

https://jessicaricecoaching.com 

https://linkedin.com/in/jessicakarlrice 

https://instagram.com/jessicaricecoaching 

https://facebook.com/jessicaricecoaching 

Women Thrive Summit: https://womenthrivesummit.com/

Women Thrive Podcast: https://womenthrivemedia.com/podcasts

Women Thrive Book: https://womenthrivesummit.com/book/

In this episode of the Women Thrive Podcast, host Raimonda Jan speaks with special guest, Marie Ferguson. As a feminine embodiment coach, Marie believes in using techniques within the Menarche Project to help foster deeper bonds between conscious mothers and their families. She goes on to share her journey, from growing up dancing to becoming mired in the masculine energies of work and losing her spark eventually. Marie talks about how becoming a mother and experiencing the hardships of multiple miscarriages led her back to dancing and yoga classes, tools which she used to find balance again between the feminine and masculine energies.

This episode emphasizes the importance of dance as a transformative tool, nurturing the self, and establishing balance in life. Marie shares about the work she does with women in coaching and mentoring, and how it's helped them transform their lives by bringing in more balance and harmony.

✨ Exceptional Highlights

• The Healing Power of Dance: For Marie, dance became a pathway to rediscover her feminine essence and embark on her healing journey. She emphasizes that dance is not just about technique or performance; it's about connecting with the music, feeling the joy in our bodies, and allowing ourselves to be fully present.
• Embracing Dance for Personal Transformation: Marie encourages all individuals to explore dance as a means of reconnecting with their feminine essence. It doesn't require a formal studio or training; dance can be embraced anywhere, anytime. Whether it's swaying in the kitchen to your favorite song or dancing barefoot in the garden, the key is to let your body guide you in expressing your innermost emotions and desires. Marie reminds us that dancing is a celebration of our unique vibrations, a release of stagnant energy, and an invitation for creative inspiration to flow.
• The Ripple Effect of Embodying the Feminine Essence: Through her work as a feminine embodiment coach, Marie has witnessed the profound impact of embracing the feminine essence on her clients' lives. By prioritizing self-care, understanding their emotions, and honoring their intuition, women have experienced shifts in their boundary-setting abilities, intimate relationships, and overall fulfillment.

Show Highlights

00:07 Introduction to Women Thrive Podcast

00:37 Meet Our Guest: Marie Ferguson, Feminine Embodiment Coach

02:12 Marie's Personal Journey: From Dance to Feminine Embodiment

05:47 The Power of Dance and Movement in Healing

11:38 Understanding Feminine and Masculine Energies

14:48 The Impact of Feminine Embodiment on Personal and Professional Life

21:12 Invitation to Dance: Reconnecting with Your Feminine Essence

24:40 Join Marie at the Women Thrive Summit

27:17 Connect with Marie and Final Thoughts

28:48 Dance Like No One's Watching

✨ About Marie Ferguson ✨

Meet Marie Ferguson, a remarkable force in the realms of feminine embodiment, youth empowerment, and creative expression. With over 16 years of experience in education, specializing in the Arts and holding a Masters of Education, she has a profound love for empowering young women. Her journey is marked by resilience and empowerment, transcending personal challenges, including occupational burnout and multiple miscarriages. Drawing from ancient wisdom rooted in Priestess lineages, she now guides others on the profound journey of reconnecting with their feminine essence.

Her background in dance and drama, combined with extensive experience teaching girls and young women, has inspired her work in the Menarche Project and Awaecnian Academy. As a Feminine Embodiment Coach and Youth Empowerment Mentor, Marie facilitates lasting transformations by integrating psychology, leadership development, and mindfulness into her coaching approach.

An international author, she's celebrated for her contribution to "Mom Magic - Moms for Change," an anthology that achieved Best Seller status in four countries across 26 categories. Marie's storytelling prowess touches universal themes, resonating with readers worldwide and reflecting the power of motherhood. Her unique blend of ancient wisdom and modern coaching techniques empowers individuals of all ages to become the best versions of themselves, leaving a profound legacy for future generations.

✨ About the Women Thrive Podcast ✨

The Women Thrive Podcast features women from all around the world with their inspiring stories of how they have conquered personal challenges and found a way to rise and thrive. 

Listen to the stories of entrepreneurs, speakers, authors, experts, and business owners from all walks of life inspiring and empowering women globally. We cover topics of leadership, business success, mindset, spirituality, marketing and visibility, media and PR, and many more.

Important Links:

https://www.menarcheproject.com/ 

http://www.instagram.com/marie_ann_ferguson 

https://www.instagram.com/marie_ann_ferguson/ 

https://www.instagram.com/menarcheproject/   

https://www.facebook.com/marie.menarche.project/  

https://www.facebook.com/marie.ferguson.792  

https://www.tiktok.com/@marieaaferguson 

Women Thrive Summit: https://womenthrivesummit.com/

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Preventing Burnout: Prioritizing Self-Care and Well-Being with Dr. Sola Togan-Butler

In this episode, we talked with Dr. Sola Togan-Butler burnout prevention and the ways through which women can empower themselves with Dr. Sola Togan-Butler, the founder, CEO, and psychotherapist at Butterfly Counseling Services. Dr. Sola shares her programs that focus on gender roles, societal pressures, stress management and how they influence women's mental health. Furthermore, she explains easy, effective exercises that can help prevent burnout and achieve a healthy work-life balance. The episode encourages women to prioritize self-care and challenge the societal expectation of constantly being available.

✨ Exceptional Highlights

• Understanding Stress and Burnout: Stress and burnout are common issues faced by many women today. The pressure to juggle multiple roles, meet societal expectations, and put others' needs before their own often leads to an overwhelming sense of exhaustion and emotional turmoil. Dr. Sola emphasizes that it's crucial to recognize the signs of burnout, both physical and emotional, to take early action towards prevention.

• The Impact of Societal Expectations and Gender Roles: One of the underlying causes of burnout among women is the societal pressure to fulfill multiple roles and meet various expectations. Women are often socialized to prioritize caregiving and self-sacrifice, leading to a lack of boundaries and neglecting their own needs. Dr. Sola sheds light on the importance of challenging these gender roles and setting healthy boundaries to prevent burnout.

• Simple and Effective Techniques for Burnout Prevention: Preventing burnout doesn't have to be time-consuming or complicated. Dr. Sola recommends incorporating short, yet impactful practices into your daily routine. This can include exercises like soothing with the senses, deep breathing, or butterfly tapping. These techniques allow you to reset your nervous system, reduce stress, and prioritize self-care in just 5 to 10 minutes a day.

Show Highlights

00:00 Introduction

00:43 Understanding Stress and Burnout with Dr. Sola Togan-Butler

01:35 The Role of Women and the Pressure to Perform

02:33 Dr. Sola's Approach to Mental Health and Burnout Prevention

04:01 The Importance of Setting Boundaries and Prioritizing Self-Care

06:03 Recognizing and Preventing Burnout

15:29 The Power of Positive Affirmations and Butterfly Tapping

20:01 Transformative Women: A Holistic Approach to Burnout Prevention

21:48 The Power of Community and Shared Experiences

28:15 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information

✨ About Dr. Sola Togun-Butler ✨

Dr. Sola Togun-Butler is the Founder, CEO, & Psychotherapist at Butterfly Counseling Services. She established Butterfly Counseling Services to make mental health services accessible and affordable to a diverse client population and challenge the stigma associated with receiving mental health services.

Dr. Sola is also the Founder, CEO, and Certified Professional Life Coach at Transformative Coaching & Consulting. She empowers women from burnout to balance by teaching women realistic self-care toolkits that provide a work-life balance while transforming their emotional and cognitive health. She is a professional speaker highlighting the importance of mental health and wellness while offering solutions to minimize stress, prevent burnout, and achieve balance for industry conferences, colleges/universities, agencies, and corporations. 

✨ About the Women Thrive Podcast ✨

The Women Thrive Podcast features women from all around the world with their inspiring stories of how they have conquered personal challenges and found a way to rise and thrive. 

Listen to the stories of entrepreneurs, speakers, authors, experts, and business owners from all walks of life inspiring and empowering women globally. We cover topics of leadership, business success, mindset, spirituality, marketing and visibility, media and PR, and many more.

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This Women Thrive Podcast episode welcomes Michele Parad, an intuitive guide for conscious leaders, a bestselling author, and a speaker known for her brilliance archetype guides and the cell method. Her work focuses on helping clients overcome business challenges by addressing the root causes — which often link to personal aspects like childhood trauma, environment, and relationships. Michele also brings in a new concept of 'founder market fit' and shares how she aids clients in discovering their unique gifts and aligning it with their business growth.

✨ Exceptional Highlights

• Reinvention in Business: Just as Michele's personal journey involved reinventing herself in new environments, she applies a similar mindset to her clients' businesses. Michele believes in assessing the challenges they face and identifying the root problems that often go beyond surface-level issues.

• Discovering Your Brilliance Archetype: One of the fascinating tools Michele uses is the brilliance archetype guides. These archetypes can serve as a blueprint for uncovering an individual's soul-aligned role in their business.

• The Importance of Founder-Market Fit: Michele believes in the importance of founder-market fit, wherein individuals find the perfect intersection between their unique gifts and the market's needs. 

Show Highlights

00:45 Guest Introduction: Michele Parad

02:31 Michele's Nomadic Lifestyle and Personal Growth

09:39 Understanding Michele's Work and Archetypes

25:18 Applying Archetypes to Business Growth

30:50 Michele's Future Plans and Closing Remarks

✨ About Michele Parad ✨

Michele Parad is an intuitive guide for conscious leaders, an international bestselling author and a speaker. She is known for Your Brilliance Archetype™ guides and the S.E.L.L method, a spiritual philosophy which has helped empower her clients to build businesses that align with their path towards self-actualisation. She is a co-author of the international bestseller book: Success with Source.

Michele has 15+ years of deep expertise in start-up marketing and simultaneously is an advanced healer and mindset trainer with certifications in 6+ spiritual modalities.

Her flagship program, Sell Your Brilliance®, takes individuals through higher conscious marketing strategies and activation processes to confidently launch their heart-centred business.

Michele has an academic background in public policy (BA, University of Chicago and MS London School of Economics), and while she never became a public servant, she channelled her interest in social equity to work with businesses that help progress humanity.

Michele feels she is a global citizen, having lived in 11+ cities, she loves interacting with and learning from people from all walks of life, cultures, religions and norms.

✨ About the Women Thrive Podcast ✨

The Women Thrive Podcast features women from all around the world with their inspiring stories of how they have conquered personal challenges and found a way to rise and thrive. 

Listen to the stories of entrepreneurs, speakers, authors, experts, and business owners from all walks of life inspiring and empowering women globally. We cover topics of leadership, business success, mindset, spirituality, marketing and visibility, media and PR, and many more.

Important Links:

Website: https://www.micheleparad.com 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michele.parad/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/micheleparad/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michele.parad/ 

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Women Thrive Podcast: https://womenthrivemedia.com/podcasts

Women Thrive Book: https://womenthrivesummit.com/book/