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Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 337 Balancing Success and Holistic Living: Insights from Zachary Parker HarrisHave you ever wondered how to balance success with holistic living? Join us for our latest podcast episode, "Balancing Success and Holistic Living: Insights from Zachary Parker Harris"This enlightening episode takes us on a deep dive into Zachary's incredible journey. From surviving a near-death experience at 20 to creating Junta Global - a community dedicated to nurturing success in a balanced, holistic way. Listen as he shares his valuable insights on flipping the success paradox and the transformative power of networking and masterminds.Also, we have the pleasure of...2023-10-2133 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 324 Finding Jesus: My Journey from the Occult to RedemptionI'm Neena Perez, and today I'mbringing back an episode that continues to touch hearts and transform lives. Even though this episode aired a while ago, I still receive countless emails from people telling me how it has encouraged them in their own journeys of faith and transformation. So, why is this episode so close tomy heart? Because it's about my own transformation. For years, I was on a path to becoming a priestess in Santeria, a religion steeped in witchcraft. It promised me power, authority, and the ability to b...2023-09-0928 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 319 Shaping Life through Self-Influence: An Interview with Blaine OelkersShaping Life through Self-Influence: In a world brimming with distractions, it can be challenging to strike a balance between personal and professional life. That's why this episode is a MUST-LISTEN! Blaine shares his journey of self-discovery, from key moments of realization to developing unique frameworks like the '30-minute hour' and '21-second habit'. 💡We also explore my personal entrepreneurial journey and how balance played a crucial role in its progression. You'll hear valuable nuggets of wisdom that have served as anchors during challenging times. Plus, special guest Deena Perez shares her insights on the...2023-08-2627 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 310 Breaking Free From the Cycle of Shame with Neena PerezThis episode delves deep into the concept of shame and its profound impact on our lives. In this candid and eye-opening episode, I share my personal journey of wrestling with shame, and how it can cripple our self-confidence, fuel procrastination, and even prevent us from seeking help. Shame, I discovered, can be a real dream killer. But there's hope! We'll journey together through the maze of shame and unravel the labyrinth of the subconscious mind. We'll explore the role our environment, experiences, and negative emotions play in holding us captive in a cycle of avoidance and negative...2023-07-2023 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 306 Embracing Resillience with Neena PerezLife's challenges can sometimes feel like an uphill battle, but remember this - we all possess an invaluable tool and gift, RESILIENCE. This week on our podcast, we delve into the power of resilience, how it's helped me walk away from shame and victimhood, and ultimately, take control of my life.We explore how resilience can be harnessed to overcome obstacles and turn our "I can'ts" into "I can". We discuss how to unleash this power within us, even during the most challenging times. And, we delve into the bond between resilience and compassion, and how showing...2023-07-1128 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 305 Harnessing the Power of Energy Healing with Dr. Allison J KayFor more than 25 years, Dr. Alison J Kay has practiced as a mind-body energy healer, founding the Vibrational UPgrade™ System, and working in yoga, meditation, chi gong, energy medicine, mind-body fitness, and longevity.Have you ever felt an undeniable connection to something larger than yourself? Have you ever felt a pull toward understanding the unseen forces that govern our existence? If so, you are not alone. On a recent podcast episode of "Journey into the Unknown," I, Nina Perez, had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Allison JK, an awe-inspiring mind-body energy healer with over 25 years of...2023-07-0243 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 304 Stop Playing Victim with Neena PerezLadies and Gentlemen, I'm thrilled to announce the latest episode of our empowering podcast series: "From Victimhood to Victory: Redefining Your Destiny and Writing Your Own Success Story."🚀In today's episode, I share my personal journey from victimhood to victory, rising above poverty, addiction, and early motherhood. The conversation revolves around challenging societal expectations, taking ownership of our lives, and refusing to let our circumstances define us.💪We also delve into the power of embracing our inner warriors, appreciating our strengths, and rewriting our life stories. This episode aims to inspire you to break free from s...2023-07-0218 minStraight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 297 God, Gratitude and Positive Energy with Neena PerezHave you ever wondered how a simple shift in mindset could completely turn your life around? In this powerful episode, I, Nina Perez, share my personal journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth through the transformative power of gratitude. 🙌Discover how cultivating gratitude not only helps us unlock a wellspring of energy but also brings us closer to God and fills our lives with joy, abundance, and fulfillment. Learn how this attitude shift can change the way we interact with those around us and how it can make us more magnetic, attracting love, joy, and com...2023-06-0629 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 294 Diamond Mindset with Neena PerezAre you ready to embrace discomfort and create transformation in your life? If so, this latest podcast episode is for you! 💥Join me as I share my personal journey of taking leaps of faith in my career and life, moving across the country, and launching a successful coaching business, all while dealing with autoimmune conditions. You'll hear how my husband and I pushed ourselves to create the life and business we desired, and the resilience and adaptability needed to move forward.In this episode, we discuss the importance of:- Creating change in you...2023-05-2720 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 290 Create Change in Your Life with Neena PerezHave you created change in your life lately? If so what, I want to hear about it. As for me I really took a leap of faith and moved to a new state, embarking in a new career and launching my coaching business helping leader and entrepreneurs transcend their shame and unwanted behaviors. My husband took a leap of faith and after 30+ years of working for himself he's utilizing all of years of experience and working for a fantastic organization that I believe will benefit from his years of hard work and integrity.I...2023-05-1525 minStraight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 288 Breaking Free from Emotional Eating with Renee JonesAre you struggling with emotional eating and finding it difficult to maintain a healthy weight? Emotional eating is a common issue that many people face, and it can be challenging to overcome. In a recent podcast episode, Nina Perez had an enlightening conversation with Renee Jones, a speaker, coach, counselor, and author who has dedicated her life to helping others overcome emotional eating.Renee's Lifelong Struggle with DietingRenee Jones started dieting when she was just ten years old. Throughout her life, she lost and gained weight multiple times, always struggling to find a lasting...2023-04-1932 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 287 Emotional Triggers With Neena PerezListen to this episode to learn about 10 ways to effectively overcome emotional triggers. Many people become triggered when they are confronted with situations or circumstances that challenge their beliefs, values, or sense of self. These triggers can manifest as emotional reactions such as anger, fear, sadness, or anxiety. When you are triggered, you may feel as though you are under attack, and your body may react with a fight or flight response. Your heart rate may increase, your breathing may become shallow, and you may feel a sense of tension or tightness in your body. ...2023-04-1236 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 277 Uncovering the Secrets of Combating Shame in BusinessIn this podcast, Neena Perez, shares her insights on how to overcome shame in business.Shame is one of the most debilitating emotions a person can experience. It's responsible for a wide range of problems, from job loss to decreased productivity. In this podcast, Neena shares her strategies for combatting shame in business, including exercises to help identify and change negative thoughts, habits, and beliefs. If you want to improve your business skills, this is an episode you don't want to miss!Shame can be a powerful obstacle to achieving the business success you desire...2023-03-1633 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp.273 Identify the Gaps in your Life with Neena PerezAre you feeling stuck in your life? Do you feel like you're not making any progress? In this video, I'll talk with you about how I can help you identify your gaps and fill those gaps with positive, transformational change.You don't have to live your life in a state of stagnation! By working with Neena Perez, you can start moving forward in your life and reach your goals. I'll help you identify the gaps in your life and help you to fill them with new, positive experiences. If you're ready to start making...2023-03-0632 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 270 Transcend Your Unwanted Behaviors with Neena PerezIf you're looking for ways to improve your life, then this video is for you! I'll be talking about Transcend Unwanted Behaviors, and we'll be discussing ways that you can use these techniques to overcome your problems. This is a critical video for anyone looking to break free from unresolved issues and improve their life!Contact me for a free consultation if you'd like to talk about transcending some unwanted behaviors and patterns in your life!https://straighttalknosugaradded.com/about/__________________________________________________Join the host of @straighttalknosugaradded LIVE Monday at 11 am ET / 8 am PT...2023-02-2724 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 269 Reconnect with Your True Self with Neena PerezIn this video, Neena Perez will discuss reconnecting with yourself, and how to do it. She will discuss topics such as real feelings, back yourself, and how to connect with God.If you're looking to reconnect with yourself, or to find out more about your true self, then this video is for you. Neena Perez will discuss topics like reconnecting with God, real feelings, and how to back yourself up. By the end of this video, you'll have a better understanding of how to connect with yourself and reach your goals!1. Get...2023-02-1631 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 265 My Self Talk with Neena PerezMy Self Talk | The way we speak to ourselvesAcknowledging our negative inner talk is the first and most important step in making it better. Negative inner talk can affect us in many ways, from feeling overwhelmed, to increasing our sense of shame and guilt. It’s important to recognize that this negativity is not representative of who we are, and it does not serve our best interests.The key to acknowledging your negative inner talk starts with being aware of what kind of self-talk you’re engaging in every day. Pay attention to the word...2023-02-0626 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 260 Dealing with Toxic Shame with Neena PEREZHave any of you ever dealt with shame?“John Bradshaw said that toxic shame is the greatest form of learned domestic violence there is!” and if anyone has dealt with or has witnessed domestic violence you know that it leaves a lasting impression.Toxic shame refers to shame that sticks around and starts to contaminate the way you see yourself, your circumstances and those around you. Toxic shame keeps us from doing things that could make us feel better in life.Toxic shame can be the result of trauma as a child that has...2023-01-2431 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 247 Aim Low to Gain Much with Neena PerezAre you aiming high, but feeling like you're hitting a brick wall? Neena Perez has some advice for you: aim low to gain much.In this video, Neena Perez shares her tips for achieving success by aiming low. From setting achievable goals to breaking them down into manageable chunks, Neena will help you to move forward by taking things one step at a time.If you're feeling discouraged about your progress, watch this video and learn how to achieve success by aiming low. You'll be surprised at how much you can achieve by taking a...2022-12-1225 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 245 Face It or Stay Stuck with Neena PerezFace “it” or stay stuckYou know What is painful: Letting go of something that’s been a part of you for so long even if it’s destructive can feel painful.• Talk about depression (I was afraid to let it go because I didn’t know who I was without it)• Eating garbage (addiction to sugar and eating things that aren’t good for you)For an addict it hurts more to let go of the addiction than just having it one more time… and one more time…...2022-12-0921 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 241 Neena Perez: How To Make The New Year CountA new year is coming soon…. How are you going to make it count? Always reflect on this past year. And if you have a journal even better.The different aspects of your life. Spiritual, social, economical, physical, emotional, mental. What parts of your life can you actually use more growth in?For me I know that my ear doesn’t start off right or my daily life if I don’t put God first.1. It doesn’t matter how Big or small, God is always greater than what you may be afraid of.2022-11-2827 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEP. 239 One of a Kind you (Podcast with Kim Keane)What Are You Thinking Of? with Neena PerezI had such a pleasure being on Kim Keane podcast and I am so excited to share it here with all of you. Let me know what you think! Here's the notes from her podcast episode!In this episode, I chatted with Neena Perez. She’s an incredible woman that has overcome so much to become a coach, entrepreneur, author, speaker, podcaster and chef. As we talked she shared how she started on her journey to overcome the challenges she faced. One of the bi...2022-11-2232 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 237 E-commerce Automation Explained with Will BastaGet $500 off by mentioning Neena Perez at Straight Talk No Sugar Added!!!He was born in New York and graduated from Arizona State University. After an initial career in health tech, Will went on to work for tech startups, building out sales strategy and marketing teams. He found his passion as an entrepreneur in the passive income world.While invested in the e-commerce industry he found that most of the companies out there at that time were not set up for a long term success and saw a gap in the industry of a model...2022-11-1235 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 235 Your In Your Own Way with Neena PerezGet out of your own way!Just do it: the first step is the hardest, so keep on walking because the steps gets more familiar and easier to figure out and you can see how far you’ve gone. You’re closed minded: We all have our own way of doing things—that's what makes us unique and special. Let go of negative thinking. When you start thinking about how hard it will be and how much work there is left to do, then it's going to be hard for you to move forwar...2022-11-0923 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 226 Having a Flexible MindHave a flexible mindFor so long I was so unmoving and rigid in my thinking, and I think it comes with being young and thinking you know it all. As you get older you start to realize all the wisdom that you gain from hard times and maybe a true rigid way of thinking. I decided to go on a quest many years ago to open my mind to other possibilities and have discussions that may cause offense and may challenge the way I think.I know that there are over 7 billion people I...2022-10-1325 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 224 Rules to Remain Unsuccessful with Neena PerezHow to stay UnsuccessfulI thought about so many things in my life I must do to be successful. But I decided to think about what we can do to stay unsuccessful and see if there are things in my life that I need to change. Kind of like reverse phycology. Our brains are just so much better at finding problems before they find the solutions. These are the top 10 things you need to do to be unsuccessful.1. Let the government take care of you.2. Start what you want...2022-10-1331 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 217 Never Too Late To Start with Neena and ChristinaYou are looking to start your business or side gig, but you feel like it may be too late to start… Well, we're here to show you that it is never too late! We want you to follow your passion and reach for those dreams!Christina @ https://www.consistentclaritycoaching.com/Neena @ https://straighttalknosugaradded.com/___________________________Calling all content creators ☎️ 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐋𝐘 for your show to be selected as our next featured Podcast, Livestream, TV Show in our community 🚀🏆 https://dubb.com/WINJECTCome and JOIN the conversation LIVE w/ NEENA PEREZ, the host of St...2022-09-2035 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 215 The Effects of Trauma with Neena PerezThe Effects of Trauma can be lifelong for many people. The symptoms of trauma can include flashbacks, nightmares, insomnia, dark thoughts, difficulty bonding with others, feeling detached from reality or experiencing a loss of control.For example, a person who is unable to deal with a difficult time in their life, might turn to alcohol or food, to self-medicate their feelings of anxiety about general issues or whatever it is that they’re having trauma over.1. Anxiety2. Flashbacks3. Behavioral changes4. Health issues5. Cognitive functionWe ne...2022-09-1231 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 207 Prioritize you! With Neena PerezPrioritize yourself it will not hurt you, it will actually make you more productive in business and in life.Little caveat; God is truly my priority. In order for me to be effective to my family and to myself I also have to prioritize myself here on this earth after God of course.Prioritize you means that you are going to Focus on you and what is needed to be productive and enjoy the process of what you are going towards accomplishing. Business, relationships, health etc.It’s...2022-08-2228 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 204 Live An Exceptional Life with Wendy WallaceWendy Wallace is a wife, mom, Christian coach, Inspiration blogger, digital product creator, and author.She is also a quadruple amputee. She loves spending time with her family, playing with flowers, and eating lots of ice cream. You can find her at One Exceptional Life, where she helps women rediscover God's joy and peace amid the trials of life.Grab your free PDF, 5 Steps to Unlocking Peace in the Storms of Life today!https://oneexceptionallife.com/peaceWebsite: https://OneExceptionalLife.comMy personal FB page: https://facebook.com/wwallace12022-08-1427 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 200 No Secret Formula with Neena PerezTHERE’S NO SECRET FORMULAEinstein kept it short and sweet: “If you want to live a happy life, tie it to a goal, not to people or things.”I’ve been trying to find it. That secret path, that secret pill etc.Where is it? Well, I’ve discovered in my almost 50 years on this earth that there are things you can do but it doesn’t guarantee success for everyone. You need to learn and develop your path and game plan, but no one can come and hand you a playbook and say here...2022-08-0130 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 199 Business Coaching with Neena PerezBusiness Coaching for Women!Neena is a Business coach and mentor and helps womenprofessionals and entrepreneurs crush their G.A.M.E. (Goals,Accountability, Mind-flow and Energy!) So, they need to get sh*tdone and get to their next level.She has written her autobiography called “Hit Me With Your BestShot” - How I Overcame A Hard Hitting Life, which is a story ofabuse, teen pregnancy, domestic violence, hard times, divorce,poverty, finding faith, overcoming and hitting life back when...2022-07-3107 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 195 Improve Yourself with Neena PerezImprove yourselfHow do we go about improving ourselves? Improving yourself is a very personal journey.From my perspective the way I improved my life is by going through it.Life is not going to be easy, when you start to realize that is the case you will improve and grow.One of the biggest and saddest things I see too much of is, the fact that so many people are going through real mental health issues because something isn’t going their way. We are being told day in and da...2022-07-1828 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 194 Gaining Mental and Emotional Freedom Midlife Moxie and Neena PerezMidlife Moxie | 7/5/2022Neena Perez is all about helping women get past what is holding them back. She helps them to gain financial freedom by working on their mental and emotional freedom. She regularly gives advice to her listeners on her podcast "Straight Talk with Neena, No Sugar Added". Listen and be inspired to get past what is holding you back.Connect with Neena: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neenaperezConnect with us: midlifemoxiepodcast@gmail.comJoin our community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1069587806782730/Read the blog/sign up...2022-07-151h 13
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 185 Be Audacious with Roy OsingRoy Osing is an author of BE DiFFERENT or be dead:, a blogger, content marketer and mentor to young professionals. He’s a former president of a major data and internet company, CMO and entrepreneur with over 40 years of successful and unmatched executive leadership experience in every aspect of business.Breakaway Leadership (pivoting) Changing the traditional way of doing things “and what we crave” audacious new bookFacebook https://www.facebook.com/roy.osingTwitter https://twitter.com/royosingLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/royosing/We discuss real life t...2022-06-2934 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 189 Who Do You Serve? with Neena PerezWHO DO YOU SERVE?In this episode of Straight talk, Neena Perez challenges listeners to think about who they want to serve, and highlights the importance of putting God first in order to achieve true success. In this episode you will learn:1. What are the priorities that you have in your life, and how do they transition into your business?2. What is it that you're trying to serve with your business, and who do you want to serve?3. How do you make sure that you're not serving fear or procrastination instead...2022-06-2726 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 183 Your Character and Your Integrity is Enough With Neena PerezYour Character and Your Integrity is EnoughBuilding and sustaining a strong and good character full of integrity requires you being able to learn lessons in life that are hard and uncomfortable. If you take crappie situations and extract what you need to develop your character you will go far in life and business. Develop honesty with yourself, strong self-discipline, and good practices. Imagine how life would be if you took really painful, uncomfortable and unfair situations in your life and turned them into your power to act with integrity in every area of your...2022-06-2032 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 182 One Sep Forward Makes Movement With Neena perezDo you know what I realized that in order for me to even create that step forward I have to take steps back. And sometimes more steps than I wanted to take. I was thinking about the journey of my life and how many times I’ve had to step completely backwards in order to go forward.-having a kid at 15 yo-going to a shelter to save my life-getting a divorce in order to find true love-leaving a career in order to go to school – homelessTaki...2022-06-1325 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 172 What is Success? with Neena PEREZJoin my FREE community on winject.com/registerI am here, please leave me some comments and I will try and catch them as they come through.What is Success?Success has so many different meanings. It’s funny when you go to look up what success truly means you get so many different array of answers even the dictionary says it’s to accomplish your goals to be successful and wealthy. But I wanted to dig a little deeper than that because I have hit six figures in my life and I’m here...2022-05-2323 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 169 Faith Over Fear with Neena PerezNew Episode out! Faith over Fear! Check it out, leave me your thoughts!Join our free community! https://winject.com/groups/neenaperez/ Faith Over FearWhat is fear “fear is a feeling induced by perceived danger or threat that . . . ultimately will change our behavior.” Fear is valuable.Life is full of both faith and fear. Sometimes it takes the most profound fears to bring us joy. Sometimes, we must lose it all before we can gain everything back. One key is to Find what’s missing and id...2022-05-1630 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 163 Victim or Victor You Choose with Neena PerezVictim or Victor is up to you. And just to give you a short timeline, at birth, I was rejected by my father. I don't even have my father's last name.Physically abused and Molested by my stepfather starting at the age of 6yo.We always lived in poverty, raised in the projects.Finding a boyfriend at 13 yo, Age 14 found me pregnant, age 15 found me the mother of a son to a monster who raped and beat me on many occasions.Nearly murdered with a gun to my head I ran...2022-05-0222 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 154 Neutralize Your Negative Thoughts with Neena PerezYou are in Control! Neutralize Your Negative ThoughtsAlways remember that you are in control of your thoughts. Nobody else controls your thoughts. What people say can influence your thoughts, but ultimately the way that you process this information is down to you. We all have negative thoughts every day. Even people with Mind-flow to Win experience negative thoughts. If you let them, these negative thoughts will totally destroy your dreams and will prevent you from developing a Mind-flow to Win and achieving your goals. So what can you do about this?I...2022-04-0432 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 149 Support Your Goals and LifeI’m Neena Perez and I help women master their GAME. I Help Women Create The Profitable And Impactful Businesses They Envision.I’m Here For The Women Who Are Ready To Map Out And Refine Their Business Trajectory.If you have huge goals, working on them here and there whenever it’s convenient will delay ever reaching those goals. You need to not overwhelm yourself and take the big goal and break it down.If you arrange your life in such a way that supports those goals, then all aspects of your life w...2022-03-1823 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp.139 Don't Undervalue Yourself with Neena PerezYou Have Value: Are you undervaluing yourself? Are you struggling to enjoy your successes because of a constant feeling that things could be going better, or others are doing better than you? Don’t let that happen.I am a work-in-progress and in this journey, I’ve worked hard to realize the power of valuing yourself.Know your worth and add TIP to it. Live your life on your terms, even if that means not caring about what others think.When you undervalue yourself, you effect every area of your life. Personally, Mentally, emot...2022-02-1238 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastGuest On - Who I Became with Simon OsamohI had the privilege of being on Simon Osamoh's podcast he is a Author, podcaster, safety expert and speaker - encouraging you to live a life of significance and it was a really great deep raw conversation!Adversity is something we all experience, no matter our status and privilege in life. But sometimes, it can come to a point when these adversities stack on top of each other like endless stumbling blocks. It puts you into a box of self-doubt and a victim mentality. You start questioning why it happens to you out of all people. But...2022-02-0526 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 133 Don't give up your blessing with Neena PerezI was listening to Genesis 25 the story of Esau and Jacob the Twins I am not a theologian; I am not suggesting that this is what God is saying, I’m just sharing with you what I got out of this when I heard the story.Essau born first- therefore has the bigger inheritanceJacob born after so smaller inheritance.Esau was a hunter always out looking for the next pray, one day he came from the field after being out a very long time and caught nothing· Have you ev...2022-02-0424 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 129 Make It Happen with Dorian MedinaDorian Ivan Medina speaks raw about struggle, homelessness and overcoming obstacles to follow his passion. Published Blogger. Former D.1 Athlete. Former competitive CrossFit athlete. Sacramento Kings fan. ΣΧ. Biz Owner. PodcasterOwner/Coach BLKBOX Mobile FitnessGood Day Sacramento: https://cbsloc.al/35GX4BjInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blkboxmobilefitness/?hl=enPersonal Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/dorian.i.medinaCoach Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/coachdorianivanmedinaLinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorian-medina-b88958115/Medium Blog Profile: https://medium.com/@dorianmedina2BoxPro M...2022-01-2245 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 120 Develop Self Resilience with Neena PerezLife requires you and me to be resilient and self-reliant. Life will not take it easy on you, it will provide challenges as it does to everyone. Maybe not the same ones but challenges non the less. To me, being self-reliant means that I can stand alone and do what I need to do, create my own way and plot my own direction. https://linktr.ee/NeenaPerezSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2021-12-2722 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 112 The Mind of a CEO with Chris RossCEOs are visionaries. Odds are, you created your business because you had a big, audacious goal or dream. You had a vision. The problem is that sometimes as you begin to bring that vision into reality, you realize it’s not as easy as you might have imagined. Your own fears and beliefs you have that can limit you can absolutely get in the way of bringing your own vision to life. In Episode 157, NEENA PEREZ, host of Straight Talk No Sugar Added will interview Founder/CEO, CHRIS ROSS® LIVE Monday at 11 am, ET...2021-12-021h 10
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 96 - A Journey Back From Addictions with David MunfordIn today’s episode, Neena is joined by Podcast Host, David Munford and they talk about how he overcame his addiction to porn, drinking, and depression. He shares everything he’s been through and how he uses those experiences in his journey to change one person a day and help them come back. Make sure you tune in and learn from this amazing and inspiring person. David Munford is the host of the podcast Seeing Red with David Munford. He grew up in a strong Christian household. In 2005, he walked away from his family and becam...2021-10-1630 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 95 - Stay Focused on Your Goals with Harshal DilwaliIn this episode of the Straight Talk No Sugar Added podcast, Neena is joined by Public & Motivational Speaker, Hotelier, Real Estate Developer, an Entrepreneur, Politician, and a prominent Youth Icon, Harshal Dilwali. They talk about what it actually took for Harshal to reach his goals and be where he is now. From what it was like for him while he was growing up, being a top-ranked BSc graduate in Hospitality and Hotel Administration, getting his MBA with specialization in Marketing & Entrepreneurship, to being the youngest Director and now CEO at the Clarissa Resorts. Tune in as he talks about...2021-10-1328 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 94 - Professional Fighter Turned Coach with Clifford StarksToday, Neena is joined by retired professional fighter, personal trainer, and coach, Clifford Starks. He shares why he made it his passion to help others live happier, more fulfilled lives by working on their mind, body, and spirit. He also shares his challenges and adversities after his biological father left, how he got into MMA, and the six core values he shares with his clients. Clifford Starks graduated in Kinesiology in 2005 and became a personal trainer. He also became a professional fighter in 2009-2017. For him, it has always been more than just transforming the b...2021-10-0937 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 93 - Empower The Youth with Epic sbu OfficialIn today’s episode, Neena is joined by Epic, a motivational speaker. They talked about his journey from being a shy child to being a motivational speaker focusing on the youth. He also shares how he does his speeches so well despite being an introvert and how they are all based on his four important rules of life. Epic Sbu, born and raised in Lydenburg, South Africa, was raised by a single mother. He is A Motivational speaker and a life that’s all about empowering and encouraging people to become the best version of themse...2021-10-0621 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 92 - Core Trauma Healing with Denise LamoureuxIn today’s episode, Neena chats with the Trauma Healer and Founder of Finding Feathers Wellness, Denise Lamoureux. They talk about their lives as children of trauma, relating to what each of them went through and everything that happened between trying to cope with and eventually overcoming their own traumas. Denise also shares her experiences when she first tried to deal with her trauma, how she created the Colette Technique, and how she helps children and adults alike to deal with and overcome their traumas and everything that comes with it. Denise combined her education and...2021-10-0246 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 91 - Radical Inclusive Hospitality with Kristen DonnellyIn today’s episode, Neena is joined by Kristen Donnelly, an empathy educator and Founder of Abbey Research as they talk about what radical inclusive hospitality is and how it can help change the world that’s fractured by people’s tolerance of each other. Kristen also shares the importance of having “the conversation” by asking questions and listening to change the mindset in terms of the diversity that most people have today. Kristen Donnelly (master’s in social work, M.Div, Ph.D.) is a TEDx speaker, international empathy educator, and researcher with two decades of ex...2021-09-2932 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 90 - Straight Talk About Your Well Being! With Jan RaederIn today’s episode, Neena is joined by Jan Raeder, a Wellness Educator who uses her experiences and research and help people manage stress, find joy, and be positive daily. She also shares her personal story about weight loss, weight gain, and everything she went through in between that helped her discover her passion and life goal — to empower people to do the work for their own well-being. Jan Raeder offers wellbeing education and guidance. She believes that education empowers people to do their own personal work. Her focus is on education, sharing proven facts in or...2021-09-2542 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 87 - Turn Pain into Purpose with Sylvester LongGot bullied for being nerdy and dyslexic, depression, suicide attempts; these are just a few things Sylvester went through in his youth. These struggles may have made him go into a downward spiral, but by the strength of his faith and his loved ones, he was able to change his mindset and overcame everything. In this episode, Neena is joined by author, motivational speaker, and musician Sylvester Long. They talk about his book Out of Pain, Into Purpose, which is all about his story he now uses as a tool to fulfill his life’s purpose - to help yo...2021-09-2232 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 86 - Who Are You and Why? with Brian PensoToday Neena is joined by Business owner, Author, Mentor, and Coach Brian Penso. He shares how being broke, getting on the wrong path, and experiencing difficulty while living in a small town in Ohio made him realize he needed to get out and make his dreams come true. He also talks about how making one mistake after another made him get to where he is now - owning multiple businesses with his trusty sidekick, Abby. Brian Penso has started many companies since he was 15 years old and, after many failures losing everything. He lived in o...2021-09-1836 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 85 - Burn Through It and Rise Up with Brandy HollawayIn this episode, Neena is joined by Coach, Speaker, and Consultant Brandy Hollaway. Listen in as Brandy shares her life story and what exactly got her to where she is today. She also shares her experiences that made her stronger and more determined to continue on with her life goal. She also talks about how she helps girls and women get back on their feet with Fire Network. This is such an empowering episode, so make sure you tune in. Brandy Hollaway is the CEO, FOUNDER of The Phoenix Factor- After 17 years in the Fitness & Wel...2021-09-1531 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 83 - “How’d It Happen?” with Mike MalatestaIn today’s episode, Neena is joined by successful entrepreneur and business executive, Mike Malatesta. He shares his early beginnings from the time he sat on the curb outside his house at four years old to his first business endeavors, up until he became who he is now. They also talk about how he discovered his life goals, what it took to be the entrepreneur he is, and the trajectory he wants to take from here. Mike Malatesta founded, built, and sold one of the largest environmental services companies in the Upper Midwest. Currently heads up...2021-09-1137 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 82 - Wellness Guru with Nicole HopkinsAccording to a study, women spend 17 years of their life dieting and go on at least two diets a year. In this episode, Neena is joined by wellness guru Nicole Hopkins. They talk about how she coaches women aged 30 and over to have a healthy relationship with food and exercise. Nicole teaches women to enjoy and love the process of weight loss, becoming stronger and healthier. She also shares what she went through after the accident that made her decide to work on herself and help her clients. Nicole Hopkins supports wo...2021-09-0836 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 81 - Advocate Effectively with Brenda BlaisIn this episode, Neena is joined by Brenda Blais Nesbitt as she shares her journey as a life coach, patient advocate, entrepreneur, and caregiver to her daughter Nikki. She also shares how something that was said helped her discover her purpose in life, which is to advocate for her daughter and many others in need. Brenda Blais Nesbitt has been the caregiver and the voice of her daughter, Nikki, for over 28 years. Nikki is severely disabled and medically fragile and has been since her traumatic birth. Through Brenda's caregiving journey, she has learned to advocate e...2021-09-0435 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 79 - Honor Your Gifts! with Kelly CardenasNeena is joined today by Forbes contributor, Author, and podcaster, Kelly Cardenas. Kelly shares about his life growing up in a double-wide mobile home with almost nothing but his parent’s love and encouragement, and how he shares that same encouragement he got from them to build up people for success in business or in their personal lives. Kelly Cardenas is a FORBES contributor, Author, Podcaster, Founder-CEO of a National multi-million dollar Brand, and a Cultural efficiency Coach. Cardenas is the go-to when it comes to constructing a CULTURE that will have...2021-09-0131 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 78 - Reframe Your Brain with Neena PerezDo you have trouble getting yourself unstuck in certain areas? what do you say to yourself? How can you move forward? Reframe your brain! Get Unstuck! Let’s face it, negatives thoughts and the feelings that come with it can paralyze you. You get stuck in a pattern of behavior and its super difficult to get out of it. Or is it difficult? And difficult compared to what? If you are under the impression that being depressed, sad, anxious, fearful, frustrated is a state of being that needs to be continuous, that is wrong, it doesn’t have to be...2021-08-2828 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 77 - Road to Recovery with Tamar MedfordIn this episode, Neena is joined by Life Coach, Best Selling Author, and supporter of entrepreneurs in recovery, Tamar Medford. Listen in as they talk about Tamar’s childhood, her struggle with addictions, how she fought through and overcame them, and how she uses everything that she went through to help others be on their road to recovery. Tamar is a Neuro Change Practitioner, the Founder of The Road Forward, and Host of The Road Beyond Recovery Podcast. She uses her platform to share her learnings and experience working with others in recovery for almost a d...2021-08-2830 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 76 Upgrade Your Life with Matt ZinmanIn this episode, Neena is joined by author and course creator, Matt Zinman. They talk about his book, Z-isms: Insight to Live By, and his courses that would help you get on the track to self-discovery, self-awareness, and self-kindness. Matt also shares how he got through the toughest of times in life, how he defeated depression, and how he made it his life goal to instill greater presence, passion, and purpose to help others live fully. Make sure you tune in to get the sweet deal Matt gives to anyone who listens to this podcast! M...2021-08-2545 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 75 Art As Therapy with Raquel AlgerNeena is joined today by Art Life Coach Raquel Alger as they talk about how Raquel incorporates art with therapy in her job in social work. They also talk about how she struggled with depression and OCD after she was bullied as a child, and how she overcame all that and made it her life’s mission to impact one life at a time with her story. Be inspired to strengthen your faith, speak up, stand up for your dreams, and touch other people’s lives. This and more if you tune in to this episode.2021-08-2133 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 74 Next Level U with Alan Lazaros & Kevin PalmieriAre you looking for people who offer a heart-driven but no BS approach to educating and inspiring you to become next level? These are the exact kind of people that Neena needs and wants to surround herself with. She is joined by the Next Level Universe duo, Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros. Together they share their stories and vulnerable sides, their turning points, and inspirations. They also talk about their dreams and vision for Next Level Universe. It boils down to this magical thought that everything else will fall into place if you do things with your heart.2021-08-1841 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 73 Financial Literacy with Jeff BaduToday, Neena is joined by the millennial millionaire, Jeff Badu as they talk about his endeavors towards helping the youth gain financial literacy through his foundation, Jeff Badu Foundation. He also shares how a life-changing trip to Ghana helped him discover his purpose: to help people, especially youths in low-income communities, break the cycle of poverty. Jeff Badu is a parallel entrepreneur and a wealth multiplier. He’s a Licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and the founder and CEO of Badu Enterprises, LLC, which is a multinational conglomerate that owns several key companies. He has sev...2021-08-1430 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 71 Purity Under Pressure with Monique De LeonNeena is joined today by Monique De Leon, a worship leader, author, speaker, influencer, and abstinence advocate. She talks about her book Pursuing Purity Under Pressure and how she stands firm in her vow to remain a virgin while living in an over-sexualized culture. Tune in as she encourages people walking the same journey to not give in to the pressures of society and figure out the “why” to the wait. Born and raised in Southern California, Monique felt the call of God on her life to do worship at the age of 12. With a passi...2021-08-0740 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 67 Cherish Your World with Laura StanleyToday Neena is joined by Laura Staley who is a Feng Shui Consultant and an author. She helps people transform their space in order to thrive in their place. We journey with Laura as she goes back to the basement flooding, and what happened after that became her turning point. We also talked about her books and programs that have empowered a lot of people to look at their belongings in a different way. If you are someone who is struggling to let go of things, someone who is afraid to become a hoarder, or someone who needs help...2021-07-2848 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 66 Chasing Life with Robert PardiA loss of a loved one is never easy as well as the journey after the loss. Neena is joined today by Robert Pardi, who, after his wife died, redesigned his life and reconnected to his true self and heartfelt desires. In this episode, Robert shares a lovely, albeit sad story about a fantastic person who scarred his life most beautifully. Journey with Robert as he walks down memory lane while dropping golden nuggets along the way. Robert is one of those rare individuals who embrace change and lives by a philosophy he calls “possibility in...2021-07-2437 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 62 Ladies Adjust Your CrownToday is a great episode as I interview three amazing and strong women working hard to make a dent in this world and change the lives of women facing adversities. They run a platform that utilizes the tools they've developed and empower women who feel held back. They want to share their platform with the world and allow others experiencing difficulties like fear, rape, and all sorts of abuse to know that THEY ARE NOT ALONE. Women need to know that there is help and that Ajusta Tu Corona is there for them. Li...2021-07-1040 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 61 Weird is a Lifestyle with Shelley Brown"Weird are the thoughts that we believe separate us that are actually our biggest connection to others." - Shelley Brown How many people do you know embrace the word weird and are proud of their weirdness? Tune in to this episode where we chat with a speaker, mindfulness educator, mentor, artist, and author best known as the creator of Weird Girl, Shelley Brown. Weird Girl is a series of humorous essays written about real-life experiences. We dive deeper into the concept of weirdness and how and why everyone should embrace it. We also chat about a...2021-07-0738 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 60 Conquer Your Fears with Kelly BalarieFear limits us from doing things beyond what we think we are capable of, and one of the best ways to conquer this is to face it with Jesus. This episode is filled with faith and testaments to God's love. Kelly Balarie joins us as we converse about conquering fear and doubt, finding God amid the challenges, and being asked to wait for God's great revelation, and more. Kelly Balarie, national speaker, blogger, and author of the books Fear Fighting, Battle Ready and Rest Now, she comes alongside women to help them t...2021-07-0333 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastBlind Audition with Aaron GolubIn this episode, we have a guest who I'd say is one of the best examples of strength and courage. Someone who was born with a disability that others could've easily used as an excuse to stay stuck. We are joined by a keynote speaker and host of the Blind Ambition Podcast, Aaron Golub. Tune in to listen to a very inspiring story of hope, determination, and a strong sense of self-belief. Aaron became the first legally blind athlete to play football in a Division 1 game when he was at Tulane University. He was a c...2021-06-3023 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastThe Mentality of Winning with Chris RossThe power to become successful lies within you, and in today's episode, we dive deeper into the power of your mindset with Chris Ross. We chat about some powerful topics that will literally change the way you look at life and success. We also talk about leading with your heart, the dripping faucet analogy, and living a life of integrity. Chris drops a great tip on how to make sales without actually selling for anyone who is in sales. Curious? Make sure you tune in! Chris Ross is the creator of 2 Nationally Accredited Sales/Business p...2021-06-2658 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastBreak Through Limiting Beliefs with Justin Schenck“It’s about the journey, not the destination.” What an honor it is to have the INC Magazine top-rated podcast, the Growth Now Movement, and host of the world-renowned event Growth Now Movement LIVE! In today's episode, we are joined by Justin Schenck and chat about how shifting your mindset will open opportunities for you, and things will start chasing you. We also talk about overcoming your limiting beliefs and being intentional about surrounding yourself with the right group of people. If you're someone who has been fighting through some inner limiting beliefs, this episode is perf...2021-06-2331 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 57 Become Who You Want to Be with Tommie ParkerYou are stronger than you know! In today's episode, we talk to a mindset coach, the owner of Power One LLC, and the voice behind the nationally recognized Powerful One podcast, Tommie Parker. As a lighthouse charged with devotion and authenticity, he specializes in ego identity and alignment and walks us through the importance of aligning the five pillars of life. We also chat about how limiting beliefs can put a hold on your life, the power of setting clear intentions, and the beauty of having a relationship with God. Tune in and feel the en...2021-06-1935 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 39 - Grieving and Moving ForwardPAT SHOUVLIN is currently the family pastor at grace community church in New Canaan CT. I wanted to talk to you about grieving. 2020 was so hard for so many people and caused so much loss and pain for people. What are the stages of grieving? Shock and denial. (This is a state of disbelief and numbed feelings) Pain and guilt, Anger and bargaining, The upward turn, Reconstruction and working through, Acceptance and hope. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: http...2021-02-2027 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 38 - Align Your Purpose and Business Part 2In part 1 we discussed aligning your purpose to develop your business. In this session we will be discussing practical business tips on how to start your business and resources you can access to. Darlene Lee functions as an Accountability Coach, Virtual Business Manager or she can help you build a better, more effective website for your businessSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2021-02-1828 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 37 - Become Pandemic Proof Remix 2021 Part 2Chris is a specialist at helping his clients manage their emotions and enhance their presence, conquer stress, overwhelm, and exhaustion and navigate fear and create killer confidence. Today Chris is here speaking to those who are contemplating a new career for 2021! 2020 definitely brought on a lot of challenges but also a lot of new ways of thinking of things.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2021-02-1827 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 36 - Align Your Purpose, Desires and Business Part 1ALIGN YOURSELF WITH YOUR TALENTS AND DESIRES IN BUSINESS QUESTIONS to ask yourself to discover what that is especially if you feel stuck! What aligns with your talents? What comes naturally to you? What puts a smile on your face and a joy in your heart? Like a hobby that you want to become more. For example: do you enjoy working with animals? Being creative? Helping others? Working with finances? Do you like to talk? Do you like to listen? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com...2021-02-1828 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 35 - Become Pandemic Proof with Professional Coach Chris JacksonThis is Part 1 Chris is here speaking to those who are contemplating a new career for 2021! 2020 definitely brought on a lot of challenges but also a lot of new ways of thinking of things. Re-invent = being pandemic proof, thinking about changes even in your career Re-focus = Focusing on RelationshipsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2021-02-0328 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 34 - New Year of Possible FailuresNew Year of Possible Failures, Every year we try to preserve our lives by doing the best we can in so that others can see that we are doing well. I think that’s one of the drawbacks for having so much social media for the world… Truth be told we’re going to be dealing more with Rejection and we are acceptance. I think that’s OK! I have been able to really try to HONE who I am and what I actually believe in.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donationsAdvert...2020-11-1622 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 33 - New Year, New things, Old FriendsJust random thoughts on the New Year, New adventures and thanking old friends.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2019-11-2715 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 32 - Women Entrepreneurship with Fran PastoreWBCD is an amazing organization that supports and inspires women entrepreneurship to reach their dreams and succeed. https://ctwbdc.org/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2019-09-211h 13
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 31 - Financial First AidBad financial habits give you bad results. How can we start to implement positive changes and take a look at what we are dealing with. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2019-08-0930 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 30 - Art and Faith with Vernice Holmeshttp://iamvernice.com/index.html To embody Faith, Fashion & Art transforming Hearts & Minds One Design at a time.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2019-08-021h 07
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 29 - The 900 ProjectWhat is the goal of this new Bread Tree project? Once the trees start growing they will produce fruit after 3 years. Each tree can product up to 700lbs of fruit per year. This will substantially change decades of starvation in the village of Tilory.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2019-07-2759 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 28 - Today.. Not TomorrowI have been dragging my yesterday's into my today's and it is so destructive when you do that. We need to change how we are doing things in order to beat the challenges that are coming against us everyday.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2019-05-2221 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 27 - How’s that working for you?Have you tried everything? Maybe you haven’t tried to visualize, claim, meditate on, put it in the atmosphere, grab it, move faith in it and everything you can think of and know how to do from all the gurus and the courses offered out there. It all seems to be working for a while…. Then just moments later the high goes away. And you are left feeling like you still don’t have the results you want and feel frustrated, angry, hopeless or just nothing. Life is still coming at you and these things don’t...2019-05-0320 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 26 - From Santeria (occult) to ChristianityFor years I practiced a religion steep in witchcraft called Santeria, I was going to become a priestess in the religion. This religion convinces you that you are full of power and authority and can yield things in your favor with the assistance of powerful spirit guides.... until Jesus bumped into my life.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2019-04-0928 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 25 - Raw Moment! Seeking and Speaking Truth!Why is all the crap I've been told I can do not happening?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2019-03-2423 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 24 - Who Stole Your Voice?Who stole your voice? I don’t know about you but for too long my voice and confidence may have been stolen, and even when I came out with my book, I knew my truth would bring me negativity because I didn’t hold back, my book is my truth and it’s very raw. I wanted and needed to heal so I can make room for the new year and a newness to the second part of my life. Will you be joining me?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donations2019-03-1722 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 23 - Fight Back Series; Dreaming BigWhat does dreaming big mean to you? For me it has been a process of overcoming shame, to forgive, to stand in my truth so that I can move forward. Dreaming big means so many different things to different people. For me I’ve been wanting to learn more about the truth about my faith walk and who God really is.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2019-03-0421 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 22 - Fight Back Series; Letting Go So You Can Receive MoreLetting go of our past does not mean we need to ignore it. Removing false labels doesn’t mean we pretend that the pain of what was said and done never happened. It is the reality of what happened or is happening to us now. It’s helped shaped who we are today, positively and negatively. It’s like the Rules of Visual Composition. Positive space refers to the main focus of a picture, while negative space refers to the background. When used creatively and intelligently, positive and negative space together can tell a story using visual compos...2019-02-2220 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 21 - Fight Back Series: Stand in Your Truth!Standing in Your Truth I spoke a bit about this in a previous podcast called Truth or Lie? Here is the reality, since I came out with my book “Hit Me with Your Best Shot” I have had to stand in my truth after exposing my truth. Some members of my family aren’t too happy about it but I don’t need them to be, I need to just be really honest with myself and continue on my healing journey. Denying things, lying about them or sugar coating, them isn’t going to...2019-02-1519 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 20 - Fighting Back Series; The Power of ForgivenessForgiveness can be difficult. It takes super powers to forgive sometimes. See, in our day to day people will do or say things that will piss us off or offend us. The more we learn to forgive the easier it gets, rather than hold a grudge which can consume your life, the Bible teaches us to forgive those we are holding prisoner in our hearts and minds. Having an unforgiving heart leads to bitterness, anger, frustration, destruction and more. A heart that is un-forgiving and bitter cannot love as it ought to love.Support this podcast...2019-02-0821 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp 1 - Straight Talk IntroHi there this is Neena Perez with Straight Talk No Sugar Added, life topics the way I see them. I am on a quest for you and me to have a positive transformative mindset. Let's do this!!! Don't forget to subscribe!!!!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2018-09-2704 min