On this episode of First Paso , Candace closes out Season 6 by reflecting on the grief, gratitude, and identity shifts that have shaped her in one of life’s most transformational transitions yet. From unexpected valleys to surprising mountaintops, she opens up about what it has meant to embrace the highs and lows of this current transition season — even the messy steps in between. How do you stay grounded when transition is tugging you in all directions? Listen as Candace unpacks—through a celeb...
Apr 02, 2025•50 min•Season 6Ep. 155
On this episode of First Paso , Candace shares how navigating grief and unconditional love often means choosing truth over comfort—and what it actually costs to love in truth. What happens when the people you love won’t—or can’t—meet you in the truth? Listen as Candace reflects on the tension of holding love and grief at the same time, the slow ache of letting go of false expectations, and how choosing truth—even when it hurts—can still be an act of radical love. Visit CandaceOlusola.com or foll...
Mar 26, 2025•28 min•Season 6Ep. 154
On this episode of First Paso , Candace unpacks how false identities take root—how family, culture, past wounds, and fear shape who we think we are, rather than who we were truly created to be. But what if you’ve been living by an identity that was never yours to begin with? Listen as Candace explores what it means to deconstruct false identities, rebuild from Truth, and fully embrace the REAL you. Visit CandaceOlusola.com or follow @CandaceOlusola on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube for insight...
Mar 19, 2025•43 min•Season 6Ep. 153
On this episode of First Paso , Candace opens up about the raw reality of grief —how we navigate deep loss , process unexpected emotions , and make space for healing. Grieving loss of anything—a loved one, a job, a rhythm of life —is complex, and the process doesn't follow a script. Whether you're personally grieving and needing comfort, or supporting a friend through loss , it's important to normalize grief, however it presents itself. How do we move forward while honoring what was lost? Listen...
Mar 12, 2025•39 min•Season 6Ep. 152
On this episode of First Paso , Candace unpacks the fear and guilt we feel around rest—especially in a culture that glorifies hustle. Many of us believe that slowing down means we’re falling behind. But what if rest is actually the key to moving forward? Listen as Candace breaks down the emotional and spiritual weight of rest , how hustle culture has shaped our mindset, and why trusting stillness isn’t laziness—it’s growth. She also explores the overlooked ways we need to rest beyond just the ph...
Feb 26, 2025•44 min•Season 6Ep. 151
On this episode of First Paso , Candace explores one of the most overlooked but essential parts of navigating transitions— the people who walk with you. We often think personal growth is something we must figure out alone, but who walks with you through your season of transition may be the game-changing piece you’ve been missing. What if who you grow with matters just as much as how you grow? Listen as Candace unpacks why healthy, intentional community is a game-changer when navigating change, h...
Feb 19, 2025•47 min•Season 6Ep. 150
On this episode of First Paso , Candace challenges the way we think about growth—especially the parts that don’t look like progress. Growth is often celebrated when it looks like big wins, breakthroughs, and obvious success. But what about the seasons where it looks like backtracking, uncertainty, or even failure? What if what feels like regression is actually the foundation for your next level? Listen as Candace unpacks the hidden side of growth —the setbacks, the messy middle, and why the part...
Feb 12, 2025•41 min•Season 6Ep. 149
On this episode of irst Paso , Candace challenges the way we measure success and failure, especially in seasons of transition. When you’re in the middle of change, it’s easy to fixate on what’s going wrong. But what if the progress you can’t see is still proof that you’re moving forward? Tune in as Candace unpacks the power of small victories, the mindset shifts needed to embrace them, and how learning to recognize progress might just change everything. Visit CandaceOlusola.com or follow @Candac...
Feb 05, 2025•35 min•Season 6Ep. 148
On this episode of First Paso, Candace dives into the raw reality of stepping into the unknown—fear and all. We often wait until we feel “ready,” but sometimes, readiness never comes. Fear isn’t a stop sign; it’s a signpost pointing to growth. What happens when fear isn’t a reason to stop, but the very reason to move? Tune in as Candace unpacks the tension between courage and hesitation, faith and uncertainty, and why your next step might just be the one that changes everything. Visit CandaceOl...
Jan 29, 2025•50 min•Season 6Ep. 147
On this episode of First Paso, Candace takes you on a heartfelt journey through the layers of self-discovery, challenging the idea that knowledge alone can guide you to true transformation. What happens when knowing isn’t enough to carry you forward, and the answers you thought you had begin to unravel? Tune in as Candace reflects on the importance of letting go of certainty, leaning into faith, and embracing the often messy but rewarding process of becoming. Visit CandaceOlusola.com or follow @...
Jan 22, 2025•42 min•Season 6Ep. 146
On this episode of First Paso, Tina Seibert continues her powerful story, sharing what happens after the dust settles and the diagnosis sets in. When everything you thought you knew about your future changes, how do you find the strength to move forward and rebuild your sense of purpose? Listen as Tina reflects on the pain, faith, and unexpected strength that guide her through this new chapter. Her story will inspire you to see hope in the midst of uncertainty and discover the beauty in finding ...
Jan 15, 2025•1 hr 48 min•Season 6Ep. 145
On this episode of First Paso, Tina Seibert shares the heart-stopping moment that flipped her world upside down. A single phone call delivers life-changing news, forcing her to confront fears she didn’t even know she carried. But what led to that call? From unexpected loss to navigating a new world, Tina’s journey is a testament to resilience and survival in the face of unthinkable challenges. How do you process the unthinkable when it feels like your life is being rewritten in real time? Tune i...
Jan 08, 2025•2 hr 13 min•Season 6Ep. 144
On this episode of First Paso , Candace challenges the notion that transformation has to wait for the ‘perfect’ moment, like January 1st. What if every day was a chance to reset, redefine, and realign? Explore with Candace the pressure we place on specific dates and moments to spark change and listen as she reveals how embracing daily opportunities can lead to a more intentional and fulfilled life. Visit CandaceOlusola.com or follow @CandaceOlusola on any social media platform to learn more. #FP...
Jan 01, 2025•23 min•Season 6Ep. 143
On this episode of First Paso, Candace’s best friend Jaunell Silvera continues her deeply personal journey, sharing what it means to rebuild a life from the ashes of what once was. When everything feels lost, how do you begin to put the pieces back together? Listen as Jaunell reflects on the surprising strength, clarity, and purpose she’s finding in real-time while navigating the messy process of starting over. Her story will challenge you to see the beauty in transformation and inspire you to r...
Dec 18, 2024•1 hr 38 min•Season 6Ep. 142
On this episode of First Paso , Candace’s best friend Jaunell Silvera shares a profoundly raw story of reaching a crossroads where the life she was living no longer felt like her own. What happens when the identity you’ve been holding onto was never truly yours, and running is no longer an option as everything you thought you knew begins to unravel? Tune in as Jaunell takes us inside the messy, uncomfortable reality of confronting the truth about herself and how she began to fall apart in order ...
Dec 11, 2024•1 hr 52 min•Season 6Ep. 141
On this episode of First Paso , Mati Fombang opens up about her journey through unexpected transitions and what it took to find peace in the chaos of starting over. Could gratitude and joy hold the key to navigating the uncertainty when the plans you’ve carefully crafted unravel? Listen as Mati shares her story of faith, resilience, and discovering peace in the process of new beginnings. Visit CandaceOlusola.com or follow @CandaceOlusola on any social media platform to learn more....
Dec 04, 2024•1 hr 55 min•Season 6Ep. 140
On this episode of First Paso , Candace invites you to explore the powerful connection between gratitude and joy during life’s toughest transitions. Could there be more to gratitude than you’ve ever realized? Join her on the journey to uncovering how it might just change the way you navigate uncertainty. Visit CandaceOlusola.com or follow @CandaceOlusola on any social media platform to learn more. Timestamps: 00:54 Thanksgiving Reflections 01:19 The Power of Gratitude 04:42 Understanding Joy 07:...
Nov 28, 2024•35 min•Season 6Ep. 139
On this episode of First Paso , Candace dives into the importance of recognizing where you are at any given moment during a season of transition. Have you ever felt unsure of how to self-assess during a life change? Listen as she shares strategies to identify your mental, emotional, and spiritual location, why honesty is crucial, and how to navigate uncertainty with grace. Timestamps: 01:21 Navigating a Season of Transition 03:22 Assessing Your Location During Transition 04:52 Example of A Self-...
Nov 21, 2024•32 min•Season 6Ep. 138
On this episode of First Paso, award-winning content creator and vegan connoisseur Eunice Reyes (Rated V for Vegan) shares all the twists and turns of life unexpectedly led her into a new surprise transition season. Have you been wondering if any of what you have been doing will all pieces together or if you have simply wasted your time? Listen as she unpacks how to thread old concepts and experiences into any and every new opportunity that comes your way. Visit CandaceOlusola.com or @CandaceOlu...
Nov 14, 2024•2 hr 19 min•Season 6Ep. 137
On this episode of First Paso, Candace discusses what it's like to walk through the "middle" of a thing. How have you been managing the in-betweens of your life? Listen as she unpacks 4 crucial questions to ask yourself when wanting to properly navigate transition seasons. Visit https://www.CandaceOlusola.com or @CandaceOlusola on any social media platform to learn more. Episode Chapters: 00:22 Introduction and Welcome Back 01:04 Season 6 Theme: Transitions 01:35 Personal Journey: From Kentucky ...
Nov 06, 2024•45 min•Season 6Ep. 136
On this episode of First Paso, Candace discusses having the difficult and, potentially uncomfortable, conversation . What convo have you been hesitant to have, with whom, and why? Listen as she explains an appropriate plan to execute these types of conversations with confidence and emotional maturity every single time. Visit https://www.CandaceOlusola.com or @CandaceOlusola on any social media platform to learn more. --- Leave a voice message to be read on the show here: https://anchor.fm/firstp...
May 17, 2023•16 min•Season 5Ep. 135
On this episode of First Paso, international keynote speaker Raj Subrameyer shares the contrasts between how he lives and viewed life growing up and how he lives and views life today. What about your past have you believed you are incapable of overcoming to fully be your best adult self? Listen as he unpacks how he was intentional about closing the gap between his negative perception of self and his current thriving self and how that initial decision to heal changed the trajectory of his entire ...
May 10, 2023•50 min•Season 5Ep. 134
On this episode of First Paso, Candace discusses the dangers of hustle culture. What are you hustling after and not achieving to obtain? Listen as she explains why it’s easy to get caught up in the busyness, the frustrations with trying to work hard but not seeming to reach your goals, and how to find a healthier balance that could more easily lead you to where you are trying to go. Visit https://www.CandaceOlusola.com or @CandaceOlusola on any social media platform to learn more. --- Leave a vo...
May 03, 2023•26 min•Season 5Ep. 133
On this episode of First Paso, Candace discusses how strong your weakness can be. What would you consider to be your greatest weakness? Listen as she explains how your weakness can be your strength, how your strength can be your weakness, and how to doing life with others can strengthen both your weaknesses and your strengths, ultimately strengthening your as a person. Visit https://www.CandaceOlusola.com or @CandaceOlusola on any social media platform to learn more. --- Leave a voice message to...
Apr 26, 2023•28 min•Season 5Ep. 132
On this episode of First Paso, Candace discusses what it’s like to be surrounded by people and yet still feeling alone in life. Have you ever realized that the people you’re around don’t make you feel like you’re no longer by yourself? Listen as she shares the discomfort of being in such a space, why we can feel alone despite being around people, and what to do to start on the journey to remedying the situation. Visit https://www.CandaceOlusola.com or @CandaceOlusola on any social media platform...
Apr 19, 2023•27 min•Season 5Ep. 131
On this episode of First Paso, Candace explains the importance of talking about that traumatic experience you have bottled up inside. What is that secret you’ve not told a soul about? Listen as she unpacks what happens when we suppress pain for too long and why sharing the truth of what hurt you will change your life. Visit https://www.CandaceOlusola.com or @CandaceOlusola on any social media platform to learn more. --- Leave a voice message to be read on the show here: https://anchor.fm/firstpa...
Apr 12, 2023•32 min•Season 5Ep. 130
On this episode of First Paso, Candace shares why we are often drawn to toxicity in our lives. What ways do you receive or perpetuate toxicity? Listen as she unpacks why being used to negativity, toxic ideologies, and poor self-perception leads you to claim them as your own identity, and what the alternative is to live a better, healthier life. Visit https://www.CandaceOlusola.com or @CandaceOlusola on any social media platform to learn more. --- Leave a voice message to be read on the show here...
Apr 05, 2023•30 min•Season 5Ep. 129
On this episode of First Paso, Candace shares how looking for closure can become a trap. What are some answers you feel you need to move on? Listen as she unpacks how she personally (and painfully) discovered why seeking closure isn’t always a good thing, why not having a satisfying resolve is uncomfortable, and what to do when closure is not going to be a reality. Visit https://www.CandaceOlusola.com or @CandaceOlusola on any social media platform to learn more. --- Leave a voice message to be ...
Mar 29, 2023•31 min•Season 5Ep. 128
On this episode of First Paso, Candace shares what it looks like to be inappropriately intimate. Have you ever disclosed too much to the wrong people? Listen as she unpacks why we do this, how we can also be on the opposite extreme of been inappropriately hidden, and what it takes to better assess what information to share with whom. Visit https://www.CandaceOlusola.com or @CandaceOlusola on any social media platform to learn more. --- Leave a voice message to be read on the show here: https://a...
Mar 22, 2023•29 min•Season 5Ep. 127
On this episode of First Paso, Candace shares the importance of having healthy levels of intimacy in your life. Have you struggled to be appropriately vulnerable with people? Listen as she unpacks what the 4 levels of intimacy are, why they step important to put in the correct order, and what to do to have a better balance of intimacy in your life to thrive as a human being. Visit https://www.CandaceOlusola.com or @CandaceOlusola on any social media platform to learn more. --- Leave a voice mess...
Mar 15, 2023•25 min•Season 5Ep. 126
