Her alter ego is Wonder Woman. The strong and amazing persona that this warrior woman brings is a benefit. Women self defense and empowerment is the main focus for the guest today and that is her pathway into what her mission is today. She holds space for women who are in a vulnerable spot in their lives and she becomes the energy to help them though whatever they are experiencing.Meet Dawna Gonzales. She is a coach and a black belt in the jujitsu world. She explains that this sport reflects what you are going through.This is an outlet for her. She believes if everyone would find something that would feed their soul and make them be present, it would change the world.Her story of how she got into the sport through the door of boxing is one of just saying yes and being ready to challenge herself to the next level. We talk about Dawna’s path and it takes its own life. She says grappling comes in handy and she encourages you to get punched in the face at least once and realize that you aren’t made of porcelain and to realize that you can do so much more than you can imagine. She plants seeds to show you what you’re capable of…this is a language and you have to take classes and become fluent.She certifies coaches under her who can facilitate women self defense seminars and teaches the coaches her style and her seminar formats and how she markets herself—and teaches them how to teach. She works with gyms and domestic violence shelters. Follow along and you may find a place for you to get involved.We talk about all the aspects of Dawna’s life and how she balances her career and that of her husband to keep a great vibe within their marriage. She’s passionate to do her job and that fills her with love and energy. Tune in for a dip into her life and you are guaranteed to think about your own life.Tune In!Song "STOMP" used by permission of artist Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff
Music "STOMP" used by permission of artist Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff
