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EnVision Me Show….Navigate Burnout to the What’s NextEpisode 127 Unleashing Your Inner Potential: Discovering Your Worth and Embracing ItWhat if I told you that within you lies untapped potential that, once acknowledged and unleashed, could transform your life in remarkable ways?
In this episode, we talk about unleashing our inner potential and embracing personal growth. Our special guest, Kimberlee, a certified life coach, takes us on a journey to discover the power within ourselves and how to live our best lives.
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Why it’s important to unleash our inner potential
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Know Kimberlee's perspective on inner po...2023-07-0328 min
Big Beautiful BadassesLady Blu: A Badass That Can POSE!Alicia Pearson, aka Lady Blu, is a model, business owner, Posing and Confidence Coach that has impacted over 2 dozen women & counting! Join us as we chat about being plus sized in the modeling industry, eating out, and more!#bigbeautifulbadasses #ladyblu #plussizemodel #plussizebeauty 2023-02-1240 min
Big Beautiful BadassesAndrea Powell: An Epic BadassIn this episode of Big Beautiful Badasses, I am being joined by Andrea Powell. Andrea is an author, a fellow podcaster, and a friend.
Today we are going to be talking about weight stigma and fat representation. I want you to really think about the television shows that you watched growing up. How many of them had plus size men and/or women in them. Very few I would imagine. We are going to discuss how this lack of representation truly affected how we feel about ourselves.
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Big Beautiful BadassesHelen King: A Badass SurvivorIn today's episode I am joined by the host of The C Word Radio, Helen King. Helen is a breast cancer survivor, a podcaster, and an all around badass!
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The Rope of HopeKellina Powell: Being DeafIn this episode of The Rope of Hope podcast, I am being joined by Kellina Powell. Kellina is a life coach, activist, and entrepreneur who also happens to be deaf. She will be speaking about struggles she has faced and how she coped and grew to become the queen that she is.If you would like to support this broadcast, please go to www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllifeIf you would like to follow me on social media, check out beacons.ai/kim.pleziaIf you would like to appear as a guest and shar...2022-03-0918 min
Big Beautiful BadassesMimi: A Badass GoddessIn today's episode of Big Beautiful Badasses, I am being joined by Mimi-The Nail Goddess. Mimi is a business owner, an inspiration, and a queen. We will be discussing being plus size in the beauty industry, owning a business, and more!
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If you would like to be a guest, please fill out my online guest form at https://forms.gle/QfnvWZ4uhB2yvJr182022-03-0719 minThe Rope of HopeHelen King: Surviving Breast CancerIN THIS EPISODE OF THE ROPE OF HOPE, I AM BEING JOINED BY HELEN KING. SHE WILL BE SHARING HER EXPERIENCE WITH BREAST CANCER. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO SUPPORT THIS BROADCAST, PLEASE GO TO WWW.BUYMEACOFFEE.COM/THISFATGIRLLIFE IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA, PLEASE CHECK OUT BEACONS.AI/KIM.PLEZIA IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE A GUEST AND SHARE YOUR STORY OF SURVIVAL, PLEASE FILL OUT MY ONLINE GUEST FORM AT https://forms.gle/eT2XRFwHHjCThwiD7--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to...2022-03-0126 minThe Rope of HopeKevin Payne: A Life Lived WellIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am being joined by Dr. Kevin Payne. He will be sharing how he lives his life to the fullest while living with MS.If you would like to support this broadcast, please go to www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllifeIf you would like to follow me on social media, check out beacons.ai/kim.plezia--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theropeofhope/message2022-02-2548 min
Big Beautiful BadassesWendy Roach: A Badass QueenIn this episode of Big Beautiful Badasses, I am joined by Ms. Plus Intercontinental 2021 Wendy Roach. Wendy shared her experiences in the world of plus size pageantry, her experience surfing, and more.
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Big Beautiful BadassesNia Kimbrough: A Badass with StyleIn this episode of Big Beautiful Badasses, I am being joined by style coach Nia Kimbrough. We will be talking about working in the fashion industry as a plus size woman, and some of the struggles that plus size women face when it comes to fashion and more.
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Big Beautiful BadassesAlison Tedford: The Badass of InclusivityWhen you are part of a marginalized group...how do you get included? You show UP like today's guest Alison Tedford and show businesses how to be inclusive!
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Big Beautiful BadassesTrynette Lariba: An Unapologetic BadassIn today's episode of Big Beautiful Badasses, I am joined by Trynette Lariba. Trynette is the owner of Curvy Fit Chicks.
All too often, as fat women, we are expected to apologize. Apologize for the space we take up, for needing a larger size, hell...for simply existing. What if we could live unapologetically? Well, that's what Tynette does!
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If you...2022-01-1835 minThe Rope of HopeChris Ann Cravens: The Anxiety of It AllIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am being joined by Chris Ann Cravens. She will be sharing her experiences with trauma and grief, the anxiety she experienced, and how she got through it.If you would like to support this broadcast, please go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllifeIf you would like to follow me on social media, please check out beacons.ai/kim.pleziaIf you would like to be a guest, please fill out my online guest form at https://forms.gle/t3Sm88RoYo3XiNcJ6...2022-01-1135 min
Big Beautiful BadassesQueen D & Queen K: The Badass Ladies of FACEIn today's episode of Big Beautiful Badasses, I am being joined by Queen K and Queen D of FACE (Fierce and Curvy Empire). These beautiful ladies are part of an "all-inclusive dance company that provides a safe and strong community that focuses on various forms of dance, allowing all members to feel encouraged, empowered, and supported to be the powerhouse queens that the are".
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If you would like to be a g...2022-01-0422 minThe Rope of HopeDan and Nancy Loeffler: Losing LeahIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am being joined by an amazing couple who will be sharing what they went through losing their daughter and how it changed them. Dan and Nancy Loeffler are the founders of Being With Grief. As parents who lost her 17-year old daughter Leah in a car accident in November of 2000, they fully understand the territory of grief. Their daughter's death provided a doorway to their transformation that they never expected. They now help others to navigate grief. Dan is an Advanced Grief Recovery Specialist, and Nancy works intuitively, u...2021-12-0725 minThe Rope of HopeSam and Gina Mitchell: Living with AutismIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined by podcaster Sam Mitchell and his mother Gina. Sam will be sharing his story of living with autism.If you would like to support this broadcast, please go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllifeI now have merch!!! Check it out at https://www.teepublic.com/user/this-fat-girl-lifeIf you would like to follow me on social media, go to https://www.beacons.ai/kim.plezia--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://an...2021-11-1027 minThe Rope of HopeTed Smith: Narcissistic RelationshipsIn this bonus episode of The Rope of Hope, I am being joined by Ted Smith. He will be sharing his personal experience of being in a narcissistic relationship. If you would like to support this broadcast, please go to buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife If you want to follow me on social media, check out beacons.com/kim.plezia--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theropeofhope/message2021-10-2832 min
Big Beautiful BadassesBrimstone: One True BadassIn this special episode of Big Beautiful Badasses, I am being joined by Brimstone! For those of you that don't know who Brimstone is, he is a professional wrestler, radio host, podcaster, actor, musician, philanthropist, food critic and so much more!
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If you would like to follow me on social media, check me out at https://www.beacons.com/kim.plezia2021-10-2727 minThe Rope of HopeKaren Bryson: Traumatic LossIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am being joined by Karen Bryson. She will share her experiences with traumatic loss. She will also share how she got to a point of going from surviving to thriving.If you would like to support this broadcast, please go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllifeIf you would like to follow me on social media, check me out at https://www.beacons.com/kim.pleziaIf you would like to be a guest and share your story, please fill out my online form...2021-10-2625 minThe Rope of HopeKellan Fluckiger: From Addiction to RecoveryIn this bonus episode of The Rope of Hope, I am being joined by Kellan Fluckiger, as he shares his story of addiction and recovery.If you would like to support this broadcast, please go to buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllifeIf you would like to follow me on social media, check me out at beacons.com/kim.pleziaIf you would like to share your story, please fill out my online form at https://forms.gle/kBcJWZmwHjZ5G1FU6--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. h...2021-10-0716 min
Recovery SurveyKimberlee Plezia: The Rope of HopeKimberlee Plezia is a certified Life Coach and podcaster from Colorado Springs, CO. As a childhood sexual abuse survivor and recovered drug addict, Kimberlee spent most of her life hating herself and her body. She has now dedicated her business to helping others to know their worth and love themselves in the bodies that they are in. She is a fat awareness and acceptance advocate determined to make a different in how fat bodies are viewed. On a more personal note, Kimberlee is a wife, mother, and proud grandmother.
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...2021-10-0600 minThe Rope of HopeJenn Evers: Nursing During A PandemicIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am being joined by Jenn Evers, as she shares what is has been like to be a nurse during a world-wide pandemic. If you would like to support this broadcast, please go to www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife If you would like to follow me on social media, check me out at beacons.com/kim.plezia If you would like to be a guest and share your story, please fill out my online guest form at https://forms.gle/hBrg7z4kWtyubbzX6--- This epi...2021-10-0421 minThe Rope of HopeTina Olexa: Back-Up PlansIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined by Tina to discuss back-up plans...What they need to look like and why we really need them. This was a very eye opening conversation, because it made me realize how unprepared we really are.If you would like to support this broadcast, please check out https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllifeIf you would like to follow me on social media, go to https://www.beacons.com/kim.pleziaIf you would like to be a guest and share your story, please...2021-09-2927 min
You've Championed Yourself, Who Are You?Kimberlee PleziaI so thoroughly enjoyed this interview with Kimberlee. She has lived a hard life, sexual assault, drugs, and two abusive marriages. She understood she had to change things in her life to get different things in her life. She took the path right through the obstacles, pains, and traumas in her life to becoming a public speaker in life on getting out of the abusive lifestyle. She spreads her message of learning your worth and knowing your value in life despite the negative things of the past. She embraces her life, love and is now helping others through those...2021-09-2927 minThe Rope of HopeKarlee Welder: From Stuck to Living a Life of PurposeIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined by Karlee Welder, as we talk about going from feeling stuck in life to living a life of purpose!If you would like to support this broadcast, please go to www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllifeIf you would like to follow me on social media, check out www.beacons.com/kim.pleziaIf you would like to share your story, please fill out my online guest form at https://forms.gle/UXFz2sG8T9...2021-09-2123 minThe Rope of HopeKara Fernstrom: Her Conquest of BlissIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined by Kara Fernstrom. She will share how she has battled illness, overcome trauma, and dealt with a system that was not designed for sick people.If you would like to support this broadcast, please go to www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllifeIf you want to follow me on social media, check out www.beacons.com/kim.pleziaIf you would like to share your story, please fill out my online guest form at https://forms.gle/jFAytyETqEEnCuWa7--- This episode is sponsored...2021-09-2126 min
Big Beautiful BadassesAndrea Powell: One Badass PodcasterIn this episode of Big Beautiful Badasses, I am joined by Andrea Powell. Andrea is the host of We Are Not So Different. This was such an amazing conversation!
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If you are a Big Beautiful Badass and would like to be a guest, please fill out my online guest form at https://forms.gle/44qcMf4CupmvujnF72021-09-2124 minThe Rope of HopeMichelle Jewsbury: Domestic ViolenceIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am being joined by Michelle Jewsbury, as she shares her personal story of domestic violence.If you would like to share your story, please fill out my online guest form at https://forms.gle/3sdK9oBpFaUZCsXa6If you would like to support this broadcast, please go to buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllifeIf you would like to follow me on social media, check me out at beacons.com/kim.plezia--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theropeofhope/message2021-09-1424 min
Big Beautiful BadassesJasmine Jones: One Badass MotivatorIn this episode of Big Beautiful Badasses, I am being joined by the beautiful Jasmine Jones. Jasmine is a powerhouse who shows others how to love themselves completely.
If you are a plus size badass and would like to be a guest, please fill out my online form at https://forms.gle/HiqrkLZsNqZkq2E78
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If you would like to follow me on social media, check out beacons.com/kim.plezia2021-09-1421 minThe Rope of HopeTobey Geise: Disordered EatingIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I will be joined by the beautiful Tobey Geise. Tobey is a Body Liberation coach who helps women heal from their dysfunctional relationships with food. This path started for her because of her own battle with bulimia. She will be sharing her story.If you would like to support this broadcast and get access to supporter only content, please go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife. The first 20 people to buy me a coffee will be entered into a drawing to win FREE coffee from me!If...2021-09-0626 min
Big Beautiful BadassesBecca NewKirk: A Badass Therapist and CoachAccept yourself as you are and have fun while getting shit done!
This is such an empowering statement! How many of us struggle with this?
This is the mantra of this weeks guest on Big Beautiful Badasses, Becca Newkirk.
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If you would like to follow me on...2021-09-0525 minThe Rope of HopePayton Lynch: Honoring 9/11Tonight, I am doing a bonus episode of The Rope of Hope honoring 9/11. 9/11 is a day that so many of us will never forget. Tonight, I am being joined by Payton Lynch, to honor this day.If you would like to support this broadcast, please go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllifeIf you would like to follow me on social media, check out www.beacons.com/kim.pleziaTo be a guest, please fill out my guest form at https://forms.gle/ZJFpeXUEVgCmr4wK8--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The...2021-09-0321 min
Big Beautiful BadassesKristen Donnelly: One Badass TedX SpeakerIn this episode of Big Beautiful Badasses, I am joined by Kristen Nielson Donnelly, a woman who called herself fat on a TedX stage. We will be discussing sizeism, being comfortable in your own skin, and much more.
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The Rope of HopeTasha Wilson-The Messenger of Hope: Loss and TraumaIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am being joined by The Messenger of Hope, Tasha Wilson. She will be sharing her experience of loss and trauma. If you would like to follow me on social media, check out https://beacons.com/kim/plezia If you would like to help support this broadcast and get access to supporter only content, please go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife If you would like to be a guest on The Rope of Hope and share your story, please fill out my online guest appl...2021-08-2422 min
The Rope of HopeAmanda Love: Living With FibromyalgiaIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined by Amanda Love as she shares about living with fibromyalgia. If you would like to follow me on social media, check out https://beacons.com/kim/plezia If you would like to help support this broadcast and get access to supporter only content, please go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife If you would like to be a guest on The Rope of Hope and share your story, please fill out my online guest application at https://forms.gle/4zLNHQ98UsfaMxuQ6--- T...2021-08-2424 min
Big Beautiful BadassesBarry Moton: One Badass MusicianIn this episode of Big Beautiful Badasses, I am joined by musician Barry Moton. We will be discussing what it is like to be plus size in the music industry and much more!
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If you are loving the live you live in a plus-size body and would like to be a gu...2021-08-2321 minThe Rope of HopeCassandra Piotrowicz: A Story of RecoveryIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined by none other that TikTok's Mama Cass herself, Cassandra Piotrowicz. Cassandra has been very open on TikTok about her struggle with alcohol. Recently, she celebrated 10 months of sobriety, and now she is coming on to share her story with you.If you would like to follow me on social media, check out https://beacons.com/kim/pleziaIf you would like to help support this broadcast and get access to supporter only content, please go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllifeIf...2021-08-2229 min
Big Beautiful BadassesMallorie Dunn: A Champion for ALL BodiesIn this episode of Big Beautiful Badasses, I am being joined by the owner of Smart Glamour, Mallorie Dunn. This amazing fashion designer is one of the few out there that truly caters to ALL body types.
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Big Beautiful BadassesLaarni Mulvey: One Epic BadassLaarni Mulvey is a badass in every sense of the word. This woman is a speaker, author, & powerlifter!
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Big Beautiful BadassesMelissa Chapman: One Badass HairdresserIn this episode of Big Beautiful Badasses, I am joined by Melissa, as we discuss being plus size in the beauty industry, finding peace within yourself, and the body positivity movement.
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Big Beautiful BadassesKimberly Dark: One Badass AuthorIn this episode of Big Beautiful Badasses, I am joined by Kimberly Dark, as we discuss being plus sized as a writer, accepting your plus size body in a straight-sized world, and plus size life.
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Big Beautiful BadassesConstance Fields: One Badass ActressIn this episode of Big Beautiful Badasses, I am joined by Constance Fields, as we discuss being plus sized in the acting industry, accepting yourself, and plus size life.
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Big Beautiful BadassesJen Anderson: One Badass BloggerIn this episode of Big Beautiful Badasses, I am joined by Jen Anderson, as we discuss being plus sized in the beauty industry, plus size fashion, and more.
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Big Beautiful BadassesDe'Nicea Hilton Harper: One Badass HealerIn this episode of Big Beautiful Badasses, I am joined by De'Nicea Hilton Harper, as we discuss being plus sized in the health industry, the body positivity movement, and more.
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If you would like to be a guest, please apply at https://forms.gle/Mfxh...2021-08-0429 minThe Rope of HopeYan Leyfman, MD: A Survivor's StoryIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined by Dr. Yan Leyfman, on of the sole survivors of the side-effects of Chernobyl. Hearing him speak of what he went through as a child, and how it changed the trajectory of his life.If you would like to be a listener support of this podcast, please consider helping to keep me caffeinated at https://www.buymeacoffee.comIf you would like to share your story, please fill out my online guest form: https://forms.gle/2EZB8NvvkifkBYtq7--- This episode is sponsored...2021-08-0427 minThe Rope of HopeDana Parker: Sexual AbuseIn today's episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined by Dana Parker as she shares her personal story of surviving childhood sexual abuse.This is a story that is near and dear to my heart because of my own childhood abuse.If you are in a situation where you are being abuse, please reach out. Tell someone. Don't stay silent.You are loved.If you would like to be a listener support of this podcast, please consider helping to keep me caffeinated at https://www.buymeacoffee.com...2021-08-0430 minThe Rope of HopeErika Diaz-Castro: CancerIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined by Erika Diaz-Castro, as she shares her personal experience with cancer...the diagnosis, treatment, and how she focused on the positive. Congratulations Erika on being in remission!Find me on Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rope-of-hope/id1565859731Find me on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/61y5XZQ47QrZA8gHb0z531?si=LW5TSF7lQ76Aezw6A95dBQ&dl_branch=1To follow me on social media: https://www.beacons.com/kim.pleziaTo support this podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com...2021-08-0433 minThe Rope of HopeJD Dilks: Sharing His Story of RecoveryIn this bonus episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined by JD Dilks as he shares his story of recovery from addiction.If you or someone you know if struggling with addiction, there is help, and we do recover.If you would like to know more about JD, you can find him at https://my.bio/mjspnpmcaTo follow me on social media: beacons.com/kim.pleziaTo become a listener supporter: buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllifeIf you would like to share your story: https://forms.gle/NiPLtFv8WAdfUuk38...2021-08-0448 minThe Rope of HopeAmber Rose Washington: Sharing Her StoryIn this bonus episode, I am joined by Amber Rose Washington, as she shares her story. To follow me on social media: beacons.com/kim.plezia To become a listener supporter: buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife If you would like to share your story: https://forms.gle/NiPLtFv8WAdfUuk38--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theropeofhope/message2021-08-031h 08The Rope of HopeDonald Mondragon: Depression and PTSDIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, Donald "Skip" Mondragon joined me and shared his personal experience with severe depression. His experience touched me, and I will be honest...I cannot get the thought of him under his desk out of my head. If you would like to be a listener supporter of this production, please help to keep me caffeinated at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife. As a listener supporter, you will have access to supporter-only content and you will know about bonus episodes before the general public. If you would like to be...2021-07-1727 minThe Rope of HopeTed Smith: Sharing His StoryAs so many know, June is PRIDE month. As a proud ally, I want to show my support. That being said, I have been doing these bonus episodes to share the message that LOVE IS LOVE...and we all deserve to be loved and to love others.In this episode, I am joined by Ted Smith, who identifies as a gay man. Ted was so open about sharing his story, and I am honored to share it.If you would like to be a listener supporter of this production, p...2021-07-0422 minThe Rope of HopeGabby and Irene: Sharing Their StoryAs so many know, June is PRIDE month. As a proud ally, I want to show my support. That being said, I have been doing these bonus episodes to share the message that LOVE IS LOVE...and we all deserve to be loved and to love others. In this episode, I am joined by the lovely Irene and Gabby, who are the owners of TransGlitterUS in Australia. Speaking with and getting to know Gabby and Irene was so amazing...they are absolutely beautiful...both as women and as a couple. If you would like to be a...2021-07-0236 minThe Rope of HopeBella Gonzales: Sharing Her StoryAs so many people already know, June is PRIDE month. As a proud ally, I want to lend my support and love. Throughout the month of June, I will be showcasing bonus episodes with amazing guests sharing their stories. In this bonus episode, I am joined by the beautiful Bella Gonzales. She just recently came out as trans and shared her amazing story. If you would like to consider being a listener sponsor and have access to sponsor-only content, go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife.comIf you have a story to share...2021-06-2232 minThe Rope of HopeXiaoyi Drake: Sharing Her StoryAs so many already know, June is PRIDE month. As a proud ally, I want to lend my love and support. I am doing these special bonus episodes to show different aspects of the "alphabet soup", and show that LOVE IS LOVE! In this episode, I am joined by Xiaoyi Drake, as she shares her story. If you are inspired or moved by this episode or any other episodes, please consider supporting this podcast at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife. If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and share your s...2021-06-1929 minThe Rope of HopeJenn Evers: Sharing Her StoryJune is PRIDE month, and I want to lend my support as an ally. All through the month on June I will be featuring guests that are a part of the LGBTQ+ community. These amazing guests will be sharing various parts of their personal story. In this special episode, I am being joined by Jenn Evers, who shared her story. If you are inspired or moved by this episode or any other episodes, please consider supporting this podcast at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife. If you would like to be a guest on this...2021-06-1620 minThe Rope of HopeDaniel Blevins: Sharing His StoryJune is PRIDE month, and I want to lend my support as an ally. All through the month on June I will be featuring guests that are a part of the LGBTQ+ community. These amazing guests will be sharing various parts of their personal story. In this special episode, I am being joined by Daniel Blevins, who shared his story. If you are inspired or moved by this episode or any other episodes, please consider supporting this podcast at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife. If you would like to be a guest on this...2021-06-1521 minThe Rope of HopeCat Lessard: Sharing Her StoryJune is PRIDE month, and I want to lend my support as an ally. All through the month on June I will be featuring guests that are a part of the LGBTQ+ community. These amazing guests will be sharing various parts of their personal story. In this special episode,I am being joined by Cat Lessard, who will be sharing her story. If you are inspired or moved by this episode or any other episodes, please consider supporting this podcast at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife.If you would like to be a guest...2021-06-1523 minThe Rope of HopeShannon Kerr: Proud Parent of a Non-Binary ChildJune is PRIDE month, and I want to lend my support as an ally. All through the month on June I will be featuring guests that are a part of the LGBTQ+ community. These amazing guests will be sharing various parts of their personal story. In this special episode, I am being joined by Shannon Kerr, who is the parent of a non-binary child. We discussed what it means to be non-binary, as well as her experiences from a parental stand-point. If you are inspired or moved by this episode or any other episodes, please conside...2021-06-0226 minThe Rope of HopeTheresa Ommert: Addiction and AbuseWelcome to The Rope of Hope. In this episode, I am joined by Theresa Ommert as she shares her past with addiction...what got her there and how she came through to sobriety.If you are struggling with any type of substance abuse, be it drugs or alcohol, there is help.Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.aa.orgNarcotics Anonymous: https://www.na.orgSAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration): https://www.samhsa.gov or 800-622-HELP (4357)If you are inspired or moved by this episode or any other episodes, please...2021-05-3122 minThe Rope of HopeJeffrey Deskovic: Wrongfully IncarceratedIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I had the amazing opportunity to speak with Jeffrey Deskovic. Jeffrey was wrongfully convicted at the age of 17 for a rape and murder that he did not convict. He shared his experience with the justice system, in prison, and what he does now.If you are inspired or moved by this episode or any other episodes, please consider supporting this podcast at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife.If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and share your story, please submit my online podcast...2021-05-2426 minThe Rope of HopeSandra Cooze: Sexual TraumaIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined by Sandra Cooze, and she will be sharing about the sexual trauma she has experienced in her past. If you are inspired or moved by this episode or any other episodes, please consider supporting this podcast at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife. If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and share your story, please submit my online podcast guest application at https://thisfatgirllife.hubspotpagebuilder.com/podcast-guest-application.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a pod...2021-05-1820 minThe Rope of HopeDina Gindy: Life ChangesIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined by Dina Gindy as she shares some major changes in her life and how she was able to adjust. If you are inspired or moved by this episode or any other episodes, please consider supporting this podcast at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife. If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and share your story, please submit my online podcast guest application at https://thisfatgirllife.hubspotpagebuilder.com/podcast-guest-application.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a p...2021-05-0917 minThe Rope of HopeConstance Fields: Colon CancerIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined by actor Constance Fields, as she shares her experience with Colon Cancer. I feel so very blessed to have had this conversation with her. If you are inspired or touched by this episode or any other episode, please consider keeping me caffeinated at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisatgirllife.com. If you would like to be a guest and share your story, please fill out my podcast guest application at https://thisfatgirllife.hubspotpagebuilder.com/podcast-guest-application.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to...2021-05-0925 minThe Rope of HopeRyan Honick: Living with Cerebral PalsyIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined by Ryan Honick. Ryan shared his story of living with cerebral palsy and disability advocacy. It was an amazing conversation to have.....and honestly one that I think more people need to have. If you are inspired or moved by this episode or any other episodes, please consider supporting this podcast at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife. If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and share your story, please submit my online podcast guest application at https://thisfatgirllife.hubspotpagebuilder.com/podc...2021-05-0719 minThe Rope of HopePhilip Mangan: Life After the PartyIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined by model, writer, commercial actor, and health/wellness coach Philip Mangan as he shares about his past of partying and his life afterwards. If you have enjoyed this episode, please consider helping to keep me caffeinated at https://www.buymeacoffee.com. If you would like to be a guest on my show, please fill out my podcast guest application at https://thisfatgirllife.hubspotpagebuilder.com/podcast-guest-application.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Sen...2021-05-0426 minThe Rope of HopeJennifer Whitmore: Miscarriage TraumaIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined Jennifer Whitmore as she shares her story of miscarriage trauma. If you have enjoyed this episode, please consider helping to keep me caffeinated at https://www.buymeacoffee.com. If you would like to be a guest on my show, please fill out my podcast guest application at https://thisfatgirllife.hubspotpagebuilder.com/podcast-guest-application.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theropeofhope/message2021-05-0320 minThe Rope of HopeDiane Lockett: PTSD, Neglect, and Processing GriefIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined by Diane Lockett as she shares her story of PTSD, neglect, and processing grief. If you are inspired and/or encouraged by this or any other story on my podcast, please consider helping to keep me caffeinated at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife. If you would like to be a guest and share your story, please fill out my podcast guest application at https://thisfatgirllife.hubspotpagebuilder.com/podcast-guest-application--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor...2021-05-0330 minThe Rope of HopeAngela Witczak: Her Epic JourneyIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined by Angela Witczak as she shares her story of loss, shame, and motherhood...her very epic journey. If you are inspired and/or encouraged by this or any other story on my podcast, please consider helping to keep me caffeinated at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife. If you would like to be a guest and share your story, please fill out my podcast guest application at https://thisfatgirllife.hubspotpagebuilder.com/podcast-guest-application--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podc...2021-05-0336 minThe Rope of HopeSierra Spencer: Infant LossIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined by Sierra Spencer as she shares about the loss of her son. If you are inspired and/or encouraged by this or any other story on my podcast, please consider helping to keep me caffeinated at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife. If you would like to be a guest and share your story, please fill out my podcast guest application at https://thisfatgirllife.hubspotpagebuilder.com/podcast-guest-application--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app...2021-05-0316 minThe Rope of HopeLana Davis: Infant LossIn this episode of The Rope of Hope I am joined by my dear friend Lana Davis, as she shares about the loss of her daughter. If you are inspired or encouraged by this episode or any other episodes, please consider helping to keep me caffeinated at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife. If you would like to be a guest and share your story, please fill out my podcast guest application at https://thisfatgirllife.hubspotpagebuilder.com/podcast-guest-application--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app...2021-05-0324 minThe Rope of HopeMelissa Bottorff-Arey: Life After Suicide LossIn this episode of The Rope of Hope I am joined by the host of The Leftover Pieces, Melissa Bottorff-Arey, to discuss life after suicide loss. If you are inspired or encouraged by this episode or any other episodes, please consider helping to keep me caffeinated at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife. If you would like to be a guest and share your story, please fill out my podcast guest application at https://thisfatgirllife.hubspotpagebuilder.com/podcast-guest-application--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app...2021-05-0321 minThe Rope of HopeAnne Shoshana Deakter: Loss, Divorce, and ChangeIn this episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined by author Anne Shoshana Deakter to discuss loss, divorce, and change. If you are inspired and/or encouraged by this or any other story on my podcast, please consider helping to keep me caffeinated at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife. If you would like to be a guest and share your story, please fill out my podcast guest application at https://thisfatgirllife.hubspotpagebuilder.com/podcast-guest-application--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Sen...2021-05-0217 minThe Rope of HopePaul Forchione: Living with Cerebral PalsyIn this premier episode of The Rope of Hope, I am joined by Paul Forchione and we are discussing his life with cerebral palsy. If you are encouraged or inspired by this episode, please considering helping to keep me caffeinated at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thisfatgirllife--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theropeofhope/message2021-05-0219 minThe Rope of HopeThe Rope of Hope (Trailer)--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theropeofhope/message2021-05-0100 min