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A Warrior's SpiritLiving Authentically: The Power of Transparency and ForgivenessIn this engaging episode of 'A Warrior's Spirit,' host Daryl Snow dives deep with Chad Witmeyer, who shares his remarkable transformation from a life dictated by external expectations to one rooted in authentic self-discovery. Chad recounts his upbringing in a conservative family, where success was measured by societal standards, and how this shaped his initial approach to life. He candidly discusses the pressures he felt while growing up, illustrating the struggle many face when trying to meet the expectations of family and society. However, his journey took a pivotal turn when he faced personal...2025-06-2554 min
Hypothetically IntentionalFriendship, Reciprocity, and Trust with Daryl SnowDaryl Snow: Keynote Speaker, Podcaster, and Personal Consultant at Praxis 33 returns to talk about friendship! Connect with Daryl at https://lnk.bio/daryl_praxis33Send us a textThis podcast is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute providing professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or professional healthcare services. --------------------------------------------------------------Want more from Michelle? Visit ChooseYourself.comFind us on Social Media Facebook: facebook.com/michelleaalbers/ Instagram: @michelleaalbersFacebook: facebook.com/JaiDeeWellness/Instagram: @jaideestudioMusic C...2025-06-2242 min
A Warrior's SpiritHow to Energize Your Life, Not Deplete ItYou know that feeling when you’re hustling so hard that you forget to breathe? Yeah, we’ve all been there. Join me, Daryl Snow, as I chat with the incredible Andria Jannetti on this episode of Warrior Spirit. Andria's transformative journey—from corporate employee to wellness advocate—offers a treasure trove of insights into how we can prioritize our health without sacrificing our ambitions. We explore the nuances of life balance, the importance of community, and how to kick that pesky guilt to the curb. Andria shares her unique perspective on wellness, highlighting that it's not...2025-06-0453 min
A Warrior's SpiritThe Power of Stewardship: How to Simplify Life and Strengthen Your FaithGwen Rutz joins Daryl in this enlightening episode to discuss the art of simplifying life through a biblical lens.As an ordained minister, content creator, and archery instructor, Gwen shares her unique approach to stewardship, emphasizing that a clutter-free environment fosters a clearer mind and spirit.With her YouTube channel, "Simplify Your Life," she has resonated with audiences by offering practical tips to declutter both homes and hearts, gaining thousands of subscribers in just a few months. Their conversation delves into the intersection of faith and everyday life, illustrating how God can use our passions—li...2025-03-2653 min
A Warrior's SpiritNavigating Divorce and Discovering PurposeThe dynamic conversation between Daryl Snow and Julie Loughlin takes listeners on a profound journey through personal challenges, resilience, and the transformative power of storytelling. Julie, a renowned author and motivational speaker, shares her experience of transitioning from a high-pressure corporate finance role to embracing her true passion for inspiring others. Through her narrative, she highlights the themes of love, kindness, and the necessity of sharing personal stories as a means of healing and empowerment. The episode centers around her anthology, Surrender to Rise, which features the incredible stories of women who have triumphed over...2025-03-0552 min
A Warrior's SpiritSitting with Your Sh*t: The Inner Work We AvoidReady for some real talk? This episode is all about digging deep into that inner turmoil we all like to pretend doesn’t exist.Daryl and Shree take us on a wild ride through the landscape of personal transformation, discussing how most people are stuck in their heads, convinced that the world is the problem. But guess what? It’s time to turn that mirror around and take a hard look at our own inner workings. Shree, a transformation coach, is here to guide us through the process of ‘sitting with our shit’—a phrase that’s both hilario...2025-02-1953 min
A Warrior's SpiritForever a free spirit…. From shy little girl to international ex-patLove is a powerful and essential energy in our relationships, and today's conversation delves into how to keep that honeymoon phase alive while fostering deeper connections. Daryl Snow hosts Lexy Davis, a love embodiment coach who shares her journey from a shy childhood in Seattle to becoming a world traveler and advocate for emotional wellness. Lexi emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, communication, and understanding in both individual and couple dynamics, especially for women looking to reconnect with their bodies and emotions.The discussion also touches on the societal expectations surrounding gender roles and how they...2025-01-2946 min
A Warrior's Spirit"Yes! And....." :Insights from a spiritual catalystMichelle Albers joins Daryl Snow to explore the transformative power of embracing one's authentic self and the spiritual journey that leads to healing. With a focus on personal experiences, Michelle shares how her nephew's illness became a catalyst for her own growth, prompting her to open Jai Dee, where she practices modalities like Thai massage, Reiki, Zentangle, and yoga. She also hosts transformative healing workshops and retreats and her own podcast, Hypothetically Intentional.The conversation highlights the importance of moving past trauma and releasing emotional burdens, emphasizing that true healing comes from within and is often reflected...2025-01-2252 min
A Warrior's SpiritJennifer Fink: Fading MemoriesJennifer became an advocate for the caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s after a personal experience with it when providing care for her mother. She went looking for information and when she couldn’t easily find it, she created her own podcasting platform, Fading Memories. This eventually led Jennifer to her role as a legislative advocate and community educator.Jennifer understands the cost caregiving takes, not only on the families, but also the businesses these folks work for outside of the home as well. She has now dedicated her life’s purpose to helping make a difference for al...2024-09-1152 min
A Warrior's SpiritJan Wakefield: Midwife to the Spirit WorldJan grew up in Pittsburg, PA and spent a lot of her childhood sick. The climate of PA did not bode well for her, and she had upper respiratory issues most of her life.Eventually Jan moved to Arizona, which was better for her physical body, but then she developed chronic migraines. In Arizona Jan was introduced to alternative medicines and techniques including, chiropractic care and acupuncture. For about 10 years she ‘wrote off’ allopathic medicine and began her journey into a more natural route and eventually into ‘energy medicine.’ Jan originally had dreams of becoming a pilot...2024-09-0455 min
A Warrior's SpiritLaura Lyn Rosario: I Survived Growing Up In L.A.Laura grew up on the streets of west LA and minutes away from Hollywood and Beverly Hills. Her family was in show business, and she spent time with the rich and famous. Unlike many who grew up in that area, she was able escape the pitfalls that region is known for.At around the age of 17, her family then moved to a very small town in California, which was not as diverse and fast paced as LA. So, after she graduated high school, she decided to go back to LA and started modeling. This led her into...2024-08-281h 05
A Warrior's SpiritCourtney Cote (Part2): I Am a Goddess of Universal Unconditional LoveIn the intricate tapestry of life, Courtney emerges as a beacon of light and transformation, dedicated to empowering mothers and breaking generational cycles. Born with an indomitable spirit, she embarked on a lifelong odyssey of self-discovery and healing that ultimately shaped her into the professional mom, coach, and advocate for maternal well-being we know today. Yet, amidst the turmoil, Courtney's upbringing was enriched by the values instilled in her by her parents. Her father, despite his struggles, taught her resilience and perseverance. Her mother, a paragon of unconditional love, showered her with affection, while her stepmother introduced...2024-08-2153 min
A Warrior's SpiritMelissa Kim Corter: Strange is Absolutely BeautifulGrowing up in New Jersey, Melissa spent a lot of time roaming the woods of her neighborhood by herself, communing with nature. She loved to explore and discover all that nature could offer. Melissa grew up in a tumultuous home and found the enchanting energy of the outside world around her a calming place to escape and recharge and rebalance her own nervous system.Melissa was fascinated by psychology and how the mind works. She noticed that her gifts and interests would often make those around her uncomfortable and that realization caused her to suppress them. Later...2024-08-1457 min
A Warrior's SpiritKandy Windom: From Rags to RichesBorn and raised in Columbia, Kandy grew up in extreme poverty. School and academia were her salvation and through the guidance of her grandfather, she was able to find the internal fortitude that helped her survive the hardships encountered at such a young age.Fate also had plans for Kandy’s life. As an adult, her sister had been invited to a party, but Kandy went instead. At the party, she met a US Marine, and the next day, he asked her to marry him. She already had two children and didn’t speak English, but because he h...2024-08-0745 min
A Warrior's SpiritTalia Howard (Part 3): My Light Comes From My DarknessIn part 3 of Talia’s journey, she dives deeper into the darkness that consumed much of her adult life. This is a raw and real look into her darkest days and how she managed to pull herself back into her light.Join us as we explore what it took for Talia to go from the hardened dark life she was living to the softer, gentler life she lives today2024-07-311h 14
A Warrior's SpiritTalia Howard (Part 2): My Light Comes From My DarknessWe previously met up with Talia as she was stepping out of her darkness and into her light. When asked, Talia will tell you that her current light comes from her darkness.Tune in as we explore the philosophy, understanding, and lessons that have transformed Talia and her life and taken her from the hardened dark life she was living to the softer, gentler life she lives today.2024-07-2456 min
A Warrior's SpiritStaci Brandon Zacher: Life is a Team SportStaci and her two siblings were born and raised in Arizona and as the middle child, she grew up wanting to be the people pleaser and to have everyone like her. Her family was into sports, so Staci initially became a gymnast, which she did very well at. In order to gain some of her time back, she eventually switched to playing softball and excelled at that too.After high school, Staci, who is close with her family, was not ready to move away to go to college so played softball at a local community college. But...2024-07-171h 05
A Warrior's SpiritRaïssa Urdiales: Climbing OFF the Corporate Ladder(APOLOGIES FOR THE HOST'S AUDIO. UNEXPECTED TECH ISSUES ON HIS MIC, BUT RAÏSSA'S AUDIO IS FINE.)Raïssa refers to her childhood growing up as ‘the little fat girl with the unusual name.’ Although she was named after the wife of one of her mother’s favorite philosophers, Raïssa had a fairly normal Midwest upbringing, but she felt that her unusual name gave her a certain freedom to just be whatever she wanted to be because others already considered her odd.Raïssa developed the creative introvert within and made her own happiness along the...2024-07-1051 min
A Warrior's SpiritKelli Lumsden (Part 2): Coming Back For You!When we last spoke with Kelli, she was at the very beginning of her healing journey. Today, Kelli is stepping into the person she always knew she was meant to be and is helping others along the way to do the same. She has learned the value of protecting that little girl who lives inside her and the tremendous value of living an authentic life.As a veteran, Kelli has a passion for helping other veterans avoid suicide and to reconnect with their authentic self as well. Through https://saveawarrior.org she found an organization whose motto...2024-07-0352 min
A Warrior's SpiritBryan Flanagan: Southern CharmedBorn in the bayou, Bryan is the youngest of three children. His parents were Blue Collar workers and also sold insurance on the side. Bryan’s father was also into sports and was a coach for one of the local teams. Through this, Bryan learned the value of a good work ethic, teamwork, and discipline. These childhood lessons would carry throughout his life and also helped open some doors along the way.One of those doors led Bryan to IBM and because of his work ethic and determination, he turned that into a 14-year career. While at IB...2024-06-2650 min
A Warrior's SpiritMelissa DeMatteo: I Am a LightworkerMelissa grew up with a strong work ethic and the desire to help others anyway she could. She also grew up with a deep connection to church and her faith. These connections served her well later in life.Melissa knew that she wanted children and to be a mom, but first, through a series of events, she became a nanny to two other children first. She eventually wed, and even though Melissa’s first marriage did not end well, she did become a mother because of it. She has now been married to her current husband for ov...2024-06-191h 01
A Warrior's SpiritJessica Luchini: I’ve Never Been the “Sit Down & Shut Up” Kinda GalGrowing up in El Paso, Texas was not easy for Jessica. The town itself did not have much to offer and when she was put into Catholic school, that was not the right fit for her either. She found herself questions authority and the doctrines and dharma of the church. Jessica’s parents preferred her to ‘sit down & shut up,’ but that was not a part of her DNA.Jessica had severe OCD, ADD, and is on the spectrum with Asperger’s. She is hyper-focused, detail oriented, and super smart. She views these things as a part of her s...2024-06-121h 07
A Warrior's SpiritDoug Ferrier (Part 2): Quitters DO WinWhen we last met up with Doug, we learned about his childhood trauma, and the events that led him to stand on a rooftop deciding whether or not to take his own life.Today, we meet a very different version of Doug. He has turned his life around and is now serving others so his impact on them is profound and to their benefit. He has become a public speaker, business coach, and soon to be author. Once he quit telling himself the BS stories of his life, quit feeling sorry for himself, quit being a victim...2024-06-0549 min
A Warrior's SpiritMichael Herst: Adapt & OvercomeMichael is a retired police Sergeant who was injured in the line of duty. Over time, his injuries almost cost him his life and confined him to a wheelchair.One day as he was talking to his daughter about her wedding, he asked her what she wanted as her wedding gift. She told Michael that the gift she wanted most was for him to walk her down the aisle. Not just to be at the wedding, but to actually WALK her down the aisle. This re-lit the fire that had dwindled inside him.Through his...2024-05-2943 min
A Warrior's SpiritCarlyn Montes De Oca: Junkyard GirlCarlyn Montes De Oca grew up surrounded by secrets. She never knew her dad was a Marine during World War II or that her grandmother hired kidnappers to bring her mother back home after her parents eloped. Her mom and dad took an even bigger secret to their graves… Carlyn’s identity.In 2019, at age 57, a consumer DNA test taken for fun revealed that Carlyn’s mom and dad, immigrants from Mexico, were not her biological parents and that most of her entire extended family, including 63 first cousins, all knew the truth but never told her. In that i...2024-05-2251 min
A Warrior's SpiritLinh T Lan: My Lens On Life Is a Little Clearer NowAs a young man growing up in the Asian culture, Linh felt the pressure to accel and succeed that parents often put on their kids. He was expected to be a doctor or an engineer, but that was not where Linh’s heart was leading him. Linh wound up going to school to pursue what was in his heart, and that was the arts, and in particular, photography.Once Linh had graduated with his degree in the arts, he found that getting a job that would utilize it was a little more challenging. Eventually, he got a jo...2024-05-1552 min
A Warrior's SpiritTim Bongard: My Life Has Been Filled With Divine ProvidenceIf you are a person who believes in God / Universe / Spirit, or whatever your term for the divine is, then you need to hear Tim’s story. We all fall short at times in our walk with God, and we sometimes lose our way. Tim’s life was no different. But there are also very clear, defining moments when we can see God’s hand at work in our lives and Tim has had several; Moments that can make a person stop and ask, “Who, me? You hear and are blessing, me?” But as Tim has learned, in God’s e...2024-05-081h 02
A Warrior's SpiritRachelle Sloan: Getting Comfortable Being UncomfortableRachelle has weathered some storms throughout her life as well as in her marriage and her faith was her guiding light. She wore an exterior mask so those around her were unaware of the chaos going on in her homelife. Eventually, Rachelle and her husband went through counseling and started to attend church together. Change is never easy but in order to make it out the other side, Rachelle says she had to get comfortable being uncomfortable. She and her husband worked hard to overcome their childhood messes that were bleeding into their marriage and are now...2024-05-0147 min
A Warrior's SpiritSuzi Town: Living My Best LifeSuzi grew up in a small copper mining town in Arizona. Like many small towns, there wasn’t much to offer in the way of opportunities after high school, so, Suzi picked up and moved to the city. She was able to get a job with a Fortune 500 company and started to do well for herself. Eventually Suzi got married and had children and decided to be a stay-at-home mom. Although she volunteered at her children’s school and created other ways to be of service to her community, Suzi was losing a part of herself along the...2024-04-2457 min
A Warrior's SpiritMichelle Clutter: I Refused To Stay On The Sideline Of My LifeLife tried to sideline Michele from the jump. Her older sister tried to claw her eyes out soon after she was brought home from the hospital, she was molested as a child at two different ages, Michele was always being disciplined while attending Catholic School, but through it all, Michele refused to stay on the sidelines of her life.Michele learned to follow her inner voice and never followed the crowd. This served her well in her adult life as she entered the workforce. Michele became a corporate trainer for Christian Dior and soon was traveling the...2024-04-171h 02
A Warrior's SpiritTalia Howard: Reconnecting With My Feminine EnergyTalia and her siblings grew up in a small, rural Arizona town. Life inside her home was not any easier than the dessert she was surrounded by. In fact, she ran away at age 13 and by the age of 15 Talia was living on her own. In order to survive, Talia developed a strong male energy and began to bury the female energy she possessed. But during this time, she also began asking herself deeper questions about life and how others were living it. Although Talia grew up poor, she was determined to not stay that way.2024-04-1053 min
A Warrior's SpiritNate & Brigitta Brickl: On Faith We StandNate grew up farming and it’s in his blood. Brigitta has farmers in her family so understands the lifestyle and dedication required to be married to a farmer.Life has tried to knock them both down, but together, they are still standing. Brigitta started off life with an ailment that affected her ability to speak and spent time in speech therapy for it. It was through that experience that she decided to dedicate herself to the profession and became a speech & language therapist so she could help others too. Little did she know that her professional tr...2024-04-0354 min
A Warrior's SpiritDr Rob McCleland: No Just Means I Haven’t Asked the Right Question Yet!Rob McCleland grew up as what some would describe as, “dirt poor.” His mom spent more time at the bar than at home. Rob’s childhood was filled with chaos and turmoil, but Rob was also fortunate. He was friends with a neighbor boy whose parents took him under their wing and treated him as a second son. Because of this grace and love, Rob was able to finish school, go to college where he eventually earned his doctoral degree, and work his way into becoming a leader in the personal development space. He worked with John Maxwel...2024-03-2750 min
A Warrior's SpiritScottie Brown: Play The Hand You Were Dealt, With Joy In Your HeartScottie is the son of military parents and was born overseas. He spent the first part of his childhood in England before they were transferred back to west Texas. Life back in the states was not easy for Scottie and eventually he returned to Europe. Through life’s ups and downs, Scottie reconnected with his childhood ‘crush’ and went on to marry her. When their first child was conceived, there were complications even before birth. A few years later, they discovered that he was autistic and needed extra care. Living in a foreign country, and raising a child...2024-03-201h 26
A Warrior's SpiritMai Vu: Creating Life IntentionallyMai (pronounces My) found life outside of her home to be much happier than inside her home. From an early age, Mai had decided not to be the victim of her circumstances and found joy through the connections she made playing school sports and from the classmates she had.After high school, she wound up getting a job in a dental office and in the dentist, she was fortunate enough to find a mentor. Mai tried to go to college to become a dentist herself but discovered that that was not her passion. She loved connecting with...2024-03-1343 min
A Warrior's SpiritDaryl Snow: My Alchemist JourneyLike so many others, my childhood was filled with chaos and trauma. In fact, it was traumatic enough for me to bury a lot of it from my memory. For decades I told myself that I had risen above my past and had overcome it. However, life was never as peaceful, or as good as I pretended it to be. Trauma and pain haunted me for 58 years.But through it all, God had me in His hands. Eventually, I was led back to my roots, and to where it all began, so I could begin my alchemist...2024-03-0656 min
A Warrior's SpiritColeen Tange: Love Literally Saved My LifeLife as an addict is all Coleen knew because it was the world she grew up in. Many people who visit Las Vegas see the shining lights and often go there with hopes of winning big. But for those who grow up there, the seedy side of Las Vegas can become their reality instead.As Coleen bounced from house to house for her living arrangements, her only constant was the drugs and alcohol. And the only times she was clean and sober were the times she was in jail or prison. Even becoming pregnant couldn’t keep he...2024-02-2851 min
A Warrior's SpiritCourtney Cote: A Warrior of the LightCourtney was an only child but grew up in two worlds. Her parents were divorced so she split her time between both parent’s home. She was a tomboy when living with her father in the country and felt isolated and overprotected when living in the city with her mom. Needless to say, this created chaos and turmoil within her.When Courtney was 13, she was able to choose where she would live permanently, and she chose to live with her father fulltime. She became immersed in sports and eventually this helped get her into college even though sh...2024-02-2152 min
A Warrior's SpiritBobby Jones: The Sun Hasn’t Set On My Life Yet!Bobby’s upbringing was in an environment where it is was common to play the victim and blame others for everything that was happening. He spent a great deal of his childhood in and out of foster care. From the time Bobby turned 13, that transitioned to many years in and out of prison.During one of his prison stays, Bobby happened to catch a sunset as it was descending over the barbed wire fence and pondered if this would be how the sun would always set on his life.But through a little good luck, Bo...2024-02-141h 04
A Warrior's SpiritJessy Marsh: Hardened by Life, Softened Through LoveJessy’s parents split when she was very young and she & her siblings went to live with her father. What Jessy didn’t understand at the time was that her father didn’t have permission to take them, and they in fact, had been kidnapped by him. The lies and deceit only continued from there. As Jessy fought to protect her siblings from the life they were living, it had hardened her along the way. This led Jessy into a world filled with chaos and trauma. And later in her life, when truths were uncovered, she had troubl...2024-02-071h 00
A Warrior's SpiritArmando Hung: Living a Rich-Filled Life Through FaithArmando is the child of Cuban immigrant parents. Growing up in a melting pot neighborhood in New Jersey gave him an appreciation for diversity and others. Although Armando’s parents didn’t have a lot of wealth, they lived a ‘rich’ life that was full of love, genericity, and most importantly, God. Through the lens of life, Armando grew to have a heart for helping and teaching others. His parents wanted him to be in the medical field so he could ‘get a job that paid a lot of money so he wouldn’t have any ‘’problems’’. ‘ So after high school...2024-01-3158 min
A Warrior's SpiritKellie Zimmet: Lessons From My VisaKellie’s parents instilled the love for adventure and travel in her from a very young age. She learned to embrace the world around her, even through some of the natural fear that comes from the unknown.Kellie’s visa is full, but her appreciation for other cultures and people is even fuller. Immersing herself into other ways of living outside of the USA has deepened the communication and listening skills that have now enhanced her work life as well.As the interview unfolds, the lessons learned through her visa really shine through.Enjo...2024-01-2452 min
A Warrior's SpiritKelsie Siegel: LIMITLESS!Life was not easy for Kelsie. As a child, she bounced back and forth between homeschooling and private school, and also moved several times during that period. She was bullied, and not only from school children, but also from family and friends. Kelsie was raised in a secular church environment until she was 15, and then her family shunned all of that to follow their Jewish heritage and those practices. Life for Kelsie was filled with chaos and turmoil.But through the help of several mentors, Kelsie started to realize her own self-worth and began to love herself...2024-01-1754 min
A Warrior's SpiritTiffany Featherstone: An Artistic LifeTiffany grew up with artistic parents and developed her love for expressing herself through her own art at a young age.In fact, if it hadn’t been for her love of painting, the stress of her job would have actually killed her. While Tiffany was in the real estate industry, she began experiencing health issues and her blood pressure dropped often. The calming affects her painting brought provided the necessary outlet for the stress to be released.Tiffany now paints full-time and lives her life in the most authentic way she can. Tune in fo...2024-01-1038 min
A Warrior's SpiritJeff Perdue Adkins: A Real-Life Jedi ClericJeff describes his childhood as him being a ‘good kid.’ He grew up in the church and excelled and a lot of things he did. In his later teens, he had a falling out with the church and also came to realize he was a gay man. Life took him on a series of exploratory twists and turns and Jeff eventually studied and is ordained as a real-life Jedi Cleric. Tune in for a lively discussion that covers a small portion of the unique life Jeff has lived. Jeff is a Productivity Coach, Jedi...2024-01-031h 05
A Warrior's SpiritAntoinette Roze: Overcoming a Death SentenceAntoinette lost her father at a young age, and it tore her family apart. Her mother didn’t cope well with the loss of her husband and the kids were sent to foster homes while she tried to recover. Antoinette’s brothers were sent to a different home than she and her sister. This left Antoinette feeling sad and alone. During this time, one of her legs started to become painful but she didn’t want to cause any more issues for her family, so she kept quiet. Once her family was united, she didn’t want her mom...2023-12-1358 min
A Warrior's SpiritKelli Lumsden: Living Cinderella’s LifeKelli grew up living a real-life Cinderella story, but without the Prince Charming at the end….. so far. She was raised in such trauma and chaos that she doesn’t even remember the first part of her childhood. Her mother and father were divorced early on in her life and Kelli was later shipped off to live with her father and abusive stepmother. She was berated and made to always feel “less than.” Kelli hated school and was held back in both the 4th & 11th grade. Looking for external validation and love became Kelli’s norm. As s...2023-12-0637 min
A Warrior's SpiritMorgan Sherwood: Breaking Generational Mother-Daughter TraumasMorgan only knew chaos and trauma. In her family dynamic, the mothers treated the daughters horribly with contempt and jealousy. This had been happening for decades. Alcohol flowed freely in her household, and she started doing heavy drinking by the time she was 12. She even attended school drunk from time to time.She tried to escape the chaos of her live by moving away several time, only to find that the chaos brought her more peace because it was what she knew and was comfortable with. She attended college but dropped out fairly quickly, but...2023-11-291h 03
A Warrior's SpiritBrian Bogert: Embodiment of A Warrior’s SpiritWhen Brian was 7 yrs old, he was hit and run over by a truck and severed his arm from his body. But this did not sever his spirit.Although it would have been easy to do, Brian did not let this incident become a disability, nor a liability for living his life. From a young age, he knew he was meant from more and has gone on to live his life to its fullest potential. He is living proof that an extraordinary life is possible, even when life has tried to present obstacle after obstacle....2023-11-2257 min
A Warrior's SpiritDoug Ferrier: The Day I Almost Took a 14 Story Swan-DiveDoug didn’t grow up in what would be called a ‘traditional’ family dynamic. He also lost his father at the age of 12 and it changed the trajectory of his life. As he battled drugs and alcohol, his inner, hurt child got buried while his anger grew.By the time he was 37, he had been through 2 failed relationships and was struggling with his demons. He found himself on the edge of a 14-story building contemplating his swan-dive. The thought of growing up without his own father and what that would do to his own children helped him take a...2023-11-1540 min
A Warrior's SpiritDanielle Simpson: How The Hell Did This Happen?Danielle grew up in a happy home with loving parents. In fact, she considered them to be her best friends. She went to a good private school as a child and felt she had a wonderful childhood even though her father was an alcoholic. Danielle grew up thinking everyone was kind and caring, but then she moved out into the world outside her bubble.The man she fell in love with, and had a child with, turned out to be an abuser. Danielle spent years working to free herself from that life. Once she did, she turned...2023-11-081h 08
A Warrior's SpiritMichelle Froedge: Coming Out of the Spiritual Closet (PART 2)When we spoke with Michelle earlier this year, she was coming out of her spiritual closet and starting to embrace her empathic and intuitive gifts. Tune in as we hear how her life has transformed and improved since stepping into her authentic self and no longer hides the ‘real’ Michelle. She is a great example of what a joy filled life can look like, even when you are still a little scared but willing to lean into your faith and move forward anyway. If you would like to connect with Michelle you can do so at...2023-11-011h 04
A Warrior's SpiritJessica Patton: I AM the Sword!Life tried to break her over and over again. She was abused by those she loved and by those she encountered along the way. Here early life was filled with drugs and alcohol to try to escape her reality.But eventually Jessica had had enough and decided to take her life back. She got herself clean, set herself on a path of helping others and manifesting a life that once only lived in her head.Although Jessica has grown tired of the fight and feeling like she always living on a battlefield, she has come...2023-10-251h 00
A Warrior's SpiritSherry Eklund: I AM TEEN STRONGSherry grew up in a traditional two parent home and had a pretty ‘normal’ childhood. But she was always a people pleaser and wanting to help others. Through a series of life’s normal twists and turns, Sherry became aware of a high rate of teen suicide in her community.She KNEW she had to find a way to make a positive impact so these kids would have access to resources that could help them through their troubled times. So, she started I AM TEEN STRONG, an online magazine and resource center for teen girls. Sherry...2023-10-1829 min
A Warrior's SpiritVictor Rosa: Living a Veiled LifeVictor and is 5 siblings grew up in a Portuguese, Catholic household. His parents immigrated to the United States in the late 60’s to give their family a better life. But Victor’s life was one that was lived behind a veil to who he truly was. He tried to ‘fit in’ and live a ‘normal’ life, but because Victor was not your typical heterosexual man, he lived a dual life in the shadows of his sexuality. Victor finally found the courage and strength to stand in his truth, and has, through hard work and a giver’s heart, become...2023-10-111h 08
A Warrior's SpiritKirstin Smith: Confessions of an Unhappy HousewifeKirstin set aside her own ambitions of earning her PhD and the track she was on with her career in order to become a stay-at-home mom. Ultimately this led Kirstin on a downward spiral into depression and resentment towards her life and her husband. Through the confessions of an unhappy housewife, Kirstin was able to rewrite the bullshit stories she had been telling herself and turn her unhappy marriage back into a thriving life filled with joy and purpose.She now coaches’ women nationwide to achieve their health and fitness goals and work toward creating a life th...2023-10-0446 min
A Warrior's SpiritJeremy Hunt: Fighting Through the Pain (PART 2)In this episode, we catch up with Jeremy almost a full year after his first interview and we get to tap into the transformation his life has taken. Jeremy has fought through his early pain and now is living life with intention and purpose. Tune in to see how far a life can heal and improve in such a short time once you DECIDE you are going to fight through the pain in your own life and set course on a new pathway.Amazon link to book: Mission Matters:Mission Matters...2023-09-2748 min
A Warrior's SpiritTisha Marie Pelletier: Becoming Wonder WomanTisha is an entrepreneur at heart and has built a wonderful life. But it was not always sunshine and rainbows. She fought her way through business fraud, a failing marriage, and an identity crisis. She leaned into her faith and through hard work, grace, and a lot of effort, has started to discover her true purpose and passion. She is learning to embrace her Wonder Woman identity! Tune in to hear how she turned those struggles in to triumphs and found her joy again. You can connect with Tisha on social media:2023-09-2049 min
A Warrior's SpiritJared Galde: Living a Warrior’s LifeEarly in life he didn’t always make the best choices, but he was given enough independence to figure things out. Then, God called him for a new purpose and suited him up in new armor. Tune in to hear how this spiritual doubter transformed his life and is now a warrior for Christ.@jaredgalde on instagram and https://www.rootedrealestatecoaching.com/2023-09-1338 min
A Warrior's SpiritMichelle Aalbers: Catalyst for Healing (PART 2)Through the healing process of Michelle’s own traumas, she became a catalyst for healing others. She has surrendered to her gifts and now shares those with the world. In part 2 of Michelle’s story, we visit her in a more healed part of her transformation and get to see how that has shown up in new and exciting ways. Part 2 is a lighter, more fun conversation surrounding Michelle’s life today. The insight and wisdom imparted, and the joy exuded is something we can all aspire to have as we mend and heal from our ow...2023-09-0653 min
A Warrior's SpiritKelly Owens: Better, Not BitterWhen Kelly’s 20+ yr marriage came to an end, she had a choice. Kelly chose to be better, not bitter. She had to rebuild who she was and transform her entire life. Later, she found herself suffering another form of loss: Death by Cubicle. Kelly began to notice a pattern in her working life and that was one of corporate burnout. But this time, she dug in, changed her mindset and beliefs, and worked her way back to a more joy filled life. Once again, Kelly chose to be Better, Not Bitter. Tune in to hear her jo...2023-08-3042 min
A Warrior's SpiritBear Bangs: Yes, That’s My Real NameIn spite of his tumultuous upbringing, Bear has always had a kind and giving heart. His life has been full of twists and turns, but his passion for serving others has remained straightforward. From his time in the Army, to becoming an ordained minister and belief coach, Bear has proven over and over again that even when life deals a tough hand, we have the opportunity, and choice, to turn it into a winning hand instead!2023-08-2356 min
A Warrior's SpiritAmber Fuhriman: Breaking the Bullshit BoxAmber learned loss at a very young age and began to associate love and loss as one. Her father passed when she was 18 years old, and that was her final straw. She began to believe the lies she had been telling herself. Although she became a successful lawyer, she never felt fulfilled. By the time she had her breakdown ion 2016, her bullshit box was very full. Through therapy and NLP coaching, she has not only broken that BS box, she has shattered it and is now working to help others do the same.2023-08-161h 05
A Warrior's SpiritImke Kauta: Transforming the Way Women View Themselves and Their BodiesImke is the youngest of 4 children and had a wonderful childhood growing up in Germany. But she always knew she was energetically different than her siblings and classmates. After graduation she ventured off to New Zealand and began her own transformation from caterpillar to butterfly. Through her loving light, caring soul, and her amazing photography, she is teaching other women how to love themselves and their bodies by connecting with nature and their inner self. Here are several ways to connect with her if you would like to:• Instagram - https://ww...2023-08-0928 min
A Warrior's SpiritChad Nedland: Living life in Integrity, Even If It Means Walking to CaliforniaAs Chad was growing up, he didn’t really understand who HE was, only who his family thought he should be. But one thing Chad did now, was that he had a servant leadership heart and always stepped up to be first to volunteer wherever help was needed. Later in life, Chad found himself coming out of a drug induced state and no hope for his future. What he did next is remarkable and was, for him, life changing. One night, he had told his brother that if he didn’t have a plan for what...2023-08-0245 min
A Warrior's SpiritKipperlee Black: The Long Journey HomeLife took her on a 17 year downward spiral. It took a lot of inner work and discovery, but eventually she found her way back to the spiritual and energy work that brought her back into her own light and “home” again.2023-07-2622 min
A Warrior's SpiritAdam Latin: Creating a Superpower Out of ChaosAdam was “different” as a child and his neurological disorder drove him to attempting suicide several times at a young age. Then he discovered Reiki and massage therapy and unlocked the intuitive and healing superpower inside him. Now he dedicates his life to helping and healing others. His unique philosophy and outlook on life certainly adds new ways of thinking about life, and how to navigate our own chaos.2023-07-1951 min
A Warrior's SpiritAngie Evans Sly: From Small-town Girl to Living Life Large!Although she grew up poor, she never acted like she was. Angie shines her generous and giving heart wherever she goes. Life tried to knock her down on several occasions and she has always risen better and stronger. Angie is a mom, wife, entrepreneur, and one spunky gal. Her philosophy on living each day to its fullest is truly inspirational!2023-07-1238 min
A Warrior's SpiritKen Noble: Tired of the BSOne of Ken’s favorite quotes comes from Tony Robbins, “Change happens when the pain of staying the same is greater than the pain of change.” Ken not only likes this quote, but unfortunately it has proven to be one of his life’s lessons along the way. In this episode, Ken shares his journey that took him from the streets of small-town Texas into the pulpit and then to the boardroom. He recently survived a traffic accident that almost took his life, so the pain of change is once again less than the pain of staying the same...2023-07-0539 min
A Warrior's SpiritCathy Compton: Co-Creating The Life She Always Dreamt Of – PART 2As a little girl, she imagined living a successful life. She grew up believing she could soar to great heights, and she did. As a 2-time hall of fame softball coach who has coached Olympic and professional athletes she is living the life she had imagined all those years ago. Now, as a performance coach and Director of Leadership Development at Codebreaker Technologies, Cathy is helping others to reach their own their own imagined dreams come true as well.To receive your free Personality Code ($99 value) go to crackmycode.com/leadership...2023-06-2852 min
A Warrior's SpiritMicha Goudeau: Overcoming the Pain & Living a Joy Filled LifeMicha grew up amongst the gangs in the south side of Chicago. She endured the fear and subsequent abuse that came with it. Micha used her brains to avoid their brawn as best she could. But Micha had another secret she hid from her world. Micha is also bi-sexual. Her father and grandfather were pastors, and she was raised in a very traditional Christian home. Her life of abuse and secrets became overwhelming, and she began cutting herself. She didn’t want to die, she just wanted to, for the first time, control the pain she felt. On...2023-06-211h 01
A Warrior's SpiritAshleigh Evans: Through Her Darkness Came Her LightAshleigh spent years in some dark places of life and has found her way out. Through her journey, Ashleigh has found ways to embrace the trauma she had to go through and has healed from them. She came to understand that without that part of her journey she would not have grown into the person she is today. She is grateful for every part of her life and shares her story so others may find their own way through the hallway between the one door closing and the new one opening.2023-06-141h 06
A Warrior's SpiritFrom A Scared & Scarred Little Girl To A Bad-Ass B (PART 2)In Part 2 of Melissa’s story, we pick up with a more healed version of her journey and how she has transformed to embrace the feminine side of who she is. This transformation has helped her grow as a person and as a coach. Tune in to see the energetic difference healing can make!Here's a link to get Melissa’s free book: https://rb.gy/hdmbhp2023-06-0759 min
A Warrior's SpiritSonia Graham: Your secrets keep you sick; From A Liquifying Life to Rebuilding Her SoulA fighter and survivor since birth, Sonia has withstood it all. Her biological father tried to kill her 3 times as an infant, her son tried to kill her as a young adult, and life tried to kill her along the way. She prevailed through it all and has conquered her demons. Sonia is a dynamic powerhouse who now trains and leads others and shines her light brightly despite the darkness she came from.2023-05-3146 min
A Warrior's SpiritElena Rodriguez: Painting On Her Smile - PART 2As Elena has continued to heal and transform her life, she has found her inner beauty and is now helping others to do the same. Her smile is no longer painted on, but genuine and authentic. Elena has learned to love herself again, which has led to loving life and finding the joy and happiness she has strived for all these years.2023-05-2434 min
A Warrior's SpiritElena Rodriguez: Painting On Her Smile - PART 1Although she grew up with money, Elena still felt deep sorrow. This led to drinking at a very young age, running away from home as a teenager, and suffering heartbreak and betrayal later in life. To the outside world, she had it all. But her inner world was in turmoil so in order to make it through, she leaned into her faith and painted on her smile.2023-05-1743 min
A Warrior's SpiritChris DT Gordon: Playing TAG with a Flesh-eating Bacteria & WinningAs most parents do, Chris was playing with his child when he scraped his arm. Unlike others who would only need a band-aid, Chris developed a flesh-eating bacterium that almost cost him that arm, AND HIS LIFE! Tune in to hear how Chris turned that awful ordeal into TAG; The Attitude of Gratitude, as well as his podcast, Scar Barrers.2023-05-1050 min
A Warrior's SpiritMelissa Valentine: From A Scared & Scarred Little Girl To A Bad-Ass B - PART 1Like many, Melissa was robbed of her youth at a very young age. She took that pain, and those scars, and has woven a different tapestry for her live. She now works to empower women so they can step into their own strength and Mel has now become one bad-ass B! (Beautiful light and soul)Here's a link to her free book: https://rb.gy/hdmbhp&Melissa's private community: The Ultimate Feminine Formula https://www.facebook.com/groups/ultimate.femalepreneur.weightloss.formula/2023-05-0349 min
A Warrior's SpiritRachel Khauka: Bruised But No Longer BatteredRachel’s journey began in a household with a narcissistic and alcoholic father, so her early relational experience was learned through an abusive lens. This led her down a path of her own abusive relationships as well. But Rachel knew she was meant for more and transformed her life into one where she now helps women who have suffered their own trauma and enables them to step into their power and take back their lives.You can reach out to Rachel on her social media platforms:https://www.facebook.com/groups/2295770637414219/?ref=share_gr...2023-04-2634 min
A Warrior's SpiritElizabeth Blann: Living Life Her WayElizabeth grew up with an alcoholic parent and knew early on that drugs and alcohol were not for her. She set out on her own path and created her own opportunities along the way. She made some unconventional choices and if they didn’t work out, she pivoted onto something new. She faced many challenges in her life but through it all, she made it by living life her way.2023-04-1947 min
A Warrior's SpiritShylla Webb: Healing with GraceShylla lost her stepfather at a young age and through her own healing journey, she has developed the compassion and caring it takes to heal with grace. Shylla is the founder of Inner Matter, and believes people already have what they need within. She is dedicated to guiding people on how to unlock their full potential in the areas of social, emotional, and mental health. Shylla now teaches others how to live a VIBRANT life in and out of the workplace by cultivating: Vulnerability, Integrity, Boundaries, Resiliency, Authenticity, Nurturing, and Thankfulness within themselves and when working with...2023-04-1234 min
A Warrior's SpiritAmy Krause: No More HidingAmy Kraus is a national keynote empowerment speaker, author, founder of Kindness Starts With Me! Education Program, veteran educator, and mom of two. In conjunction with her educational program, Amy is a mental health advocate, giving a voice to those who struggle in silence, by sharing her own mental health battles and journey. She speaks regularly to schools, community organizations and on social media platforms that advocate for all people. As a woman who once was on the edge of ending her own life, Amy has now transformed to become the standard for creating a world where everyone can...2023-04-0538 min
A Warrior's SpiritJason Johns: Balance Through the ChaosJason grew up around professional athletes which is where his drive and determination was crafted. He also learned to give back and how to develop internal confidence. However, his childhood was not without chaos and turmoil, and he eventually turned to drugs and alcohol. Now Jason has ditched those crutches and started to find himself again. He started his company, LifeBalance, as a way to help empower others and bring balance back to their lives.2023-03-2947 min
A Warrior's SpiritJackie James: Pleasing Everyone Else16 years separate her and her eldest sibling. As the youngest of 4 children, Jackie always felt like an outsider who never fit in. She was ostracized as a child and grew up in a co-dependent household. This taught her that the only way to survive was by making everyone around her happy. Jackie spent the rest of her life pleasing everyone else but herself. Being a people pleaser led her into tumultuous marriage and down a path of self-loathing and frustration. She has now moved through those emotional barriers and has learned that it is ok to put herself, and...2023-03-2234 min
A Warrior's SpiritCathy Compton: Co-Creating The Life She Always Dreamt OfCathy is a 2-time hall of fame softball coach who has coached Olympic and professional athletes. She is also a performance coach and Director of Leadership Development at Codebreaker Technologies. Cathy’s philosophy of “committed but not attached” has led her to be the co-creator of her life and took those childhood dreams and turned them into her reality today.2023-03-1548 min