On this episode of First Paso, Candace discusses things that scare us the most. What scares you so much that it’s paralyzed you, preventing you from moving forward? Listen as Candace shares 5 tips to overcome your fears every single time. Visit https://www.FirstPaso.com or @CandaceOlusola on all social media platforms with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #FPBeNotAfraid #afraid #scared #moveforward
On this episode of First Paso, Candace opens up about taking a leap of faith in a direction that’s not as clear and straightforward as the road she’s always traveled. Have you ever felt stuck in a situation because you didn’t believe there to be another road for you to take? Listen as Candace shares how leaving her steady, predictable career for a completely autonomous venture has liberated her in the best way possible. Visit https://www.FirstPaso.com or @CandaceOlusola on all social media platf...
On this episode of First Paso, Calvin Nowell of Cmon Creative shares the moment he decided to bet on himself. What is preventing you from believing enough in yourself to bet on yourself? Listen as Calvin describes the power of imagination, his step into the manifestation of a dream - and how Oprah was all for it! Visit https://www.FirstPaso.com or @CandaceOlusola on all social media platforms with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #FPMakeBelief
On this episode of First Paso, Candace unpacks what triggers are and the why behind them. What triggers you? Listen as Candace gets candid about the triggers that used to hold her back, and how anyone can dig deep in honesty about their own triggers. Visit https://www.FirstPaso.com or @CandaceOlusola on all social media platforms with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #FPTriggered
On this episode of First Paso, Candace discusses the distance between what you feel and what you think. Do you think there could be anything more important than your emotions or thoughts? Listen as Candace reveals a third and even fourth component that may change the way you answer that question. Visit https://www.FirstPaso.com or @CandaceOlusola on all social media platforms with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #FPTheSolidRock #feelings #emotions #thoug...
On this episode of First Paso, Candace talks about the grieving process. How do you grieve a loss? Listen as Candace unpacks how she is dealing with the loss of a dear loved one. Visit https://www.FirstPaso.com or @CandaceOlusola on all social media platforms with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #FPIllBeSeeingYou #loss #grieve #death #COVID #missing
On this episode of First Paso, Nikole Lim, author of Liberation is Here and head of nonprofit organization “Freely In Hope,” delves into the process of being moved by the stories of others enough to switch careers and do something about it. Have you been moved to action, or do you desire to make a difference, but are unsure of how? Listen as Nikole shares how she didn’t feel she was doing enough to impact young women and how a career change has fulfilled her hopes for them in ways unexpected. Vi...
On this episode of First Paso, Drew Manning of Fit2Fat2Fit and Fit2Fat2Forty is back to unpack how his recent journey back to fit impacted him, even as challenging as it was. When have you taken the opportunity to tough something out, to push through moments of feeling defeated, only to find a better you on the other side? Listen as Drew explains what this journey has meant to him in comparison to his first journey, and how his life is better because of it. Visit https://www.FirstPaso.com or @Ca...
On this episode of First Paso, Emilia Davidson shares returning to an industry she left with certainty. Have you ever thought you hated what you did and turned out it was just the wrong angle? Listen as Emilia unpacks her return to the industry in a surprisingly fitting manner. Visit https://www.FirstPaso.com or @CandaceOlusola on all social media platforms with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #FPTheBoomerang
On this episode of First Paso, author and cancer survivor Indira Kaur Ahluwalia shares what it is like to live life with seemingly conflicting thoughts and emotions. When have you lived with a paradox of emotions and thoughts? Listen as Indira breaks down how to manage fighting through Stage IV breast cancer with fear and hope working together. Visit https://www.FirstPaso.com or @CandaceOlusola on social media with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #FPLivi...
On this episode of First Paso, host Candace Olusola shares a few things she wishes she could have told her younger self. What would you tell your younger self knowing what you know now? Listen as Candace looks back on her life and vulnerably imparts wisdom on little Candace. Visit http://www.FirstPaso.com or @FirstPaso social media with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #FPDearCandace
On this episode of First Paso, host Candace Olusola takes us down memory lane by sharing clips from the top 10 most listened to episodes from this past year. What lessons have you taken away from some of your favorite First Paso episodes? Join Candace as she reminisces on some of what she took away from these episodes and your comments. Visit http://www.FirstPaso.com or @FirstPaso social media with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #FPPonDeReplay
On this episode of First Paso, Darnisha Thomas unpacks having to make a decision that was never in her plans. When have you had plans change in an unexpected way? Listen as Darnisha explains not only what caused her to move across the country when she didn’t initially want to, but how that move 2 years ago has continued to surprise and stretch her for the better. Visit http://www.FirstPaso.com or @FirstPaso social media with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episod...
On this episode of First Paso, Shana Browne shares how she came to realize she could fuse two sides of herself to be a successful entrepreneur. Have you ever stepped into an arena that you did not think you were supposed to or could step into due to cultural norms and the status quo? Listen as Shana walks us through her journey of starting her own small business and how the challenges to try have continued to stretch her. Visit http://www.FirstPaso.com or @FirstPaso social media with questions a...
On this episode of First Paso, Kevin Christenson unfolds his journey to working in his passion instead of something he was just good at. Is it wrong to go down a path different from what you received a college degree in? Listen as Kevin takes us on the journey through what led him to strive toward making what others called a hobby his lived-out reality. Visit https://www.FirstPaso.com or @CandaceOlusola social media with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #...
On this episode of First Paso, Petrina Turner unpacks how she made a career pivot that landed her in an unexpected reality. Have you ever considered dropping what you know to pursue something you didn’t? Listen as Petrina explains her journey to financial freedom led to an unexpected birthing of the rest of her story. Visit http://www.FirstPaso.com or @FirstPaso social media with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #FPDidntSeeThatComing
On this episode of First Paso, Uche, host of podcast “Let’s Talk About Us With Uche,” shares how estranged familial relationships led to him hitting a mental rock bottom. Have aspects of your upbringing taken you to dark mental places that led you to have to make drastic decisions? Listen as Uche unpacks how making a series of personal, life-saving decisions were his first pasos toward healing his mental health and rising above his past. Visit http://www.FirstPaso.com or @FirstPaso social media ...
On this episode of First Paso, Emily Lush, her mom Teresa Lush and sister Maggie Humphrey, share how life has been as a family with a child with Down Syndrome. Are you a family member seeking ways to provide a special needs family member with the tools and confidence they need to be their best self in a loving, understanding environment? Listen as they share how wonderful and joyous having a special needs family member can be, and how awesome you truly are if you are a special needs person. Visi...
On this episode of First Paso, Ebony James shares the process she went through to liberate herself from hidden shame. Is there a part of you locked inside due to the shame you feel inside and the fear of letting the world know? Listen as Ebony explains what speaking her truth has done for her life and her relationships. Visit http://www.FirstPaso.com or FP social media sites with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #FPTheSoundOfSilence
On this episode of First Paso, Coach April Griffith shares how she was deeply impacted by 1 person's view of her physical self. Have you subconsciously been holding yourself back due to the negative comments of others? Listen as Coach April unpacks how she pivoted in her mindset to empower others to do the same. Visit http://www.FirstPaso.com or FP social media sites with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #FPTheBreakthrough
On this episode of First Paso, David Yépez shares how he asked a question and received the answer in a unique manner. Do you place your identity in what you do and what you possess, or in who you are? Take a moment to listen to David walk us through all the lessons he learned about himself during a stressful financial shift in the midst of the COVID pandemic. Visit http://www.FirstPaso.com or FP social media sites with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #FP...
On this episode of First Paso, Alexis Draper continues to explain how pouring into a relationship that once took from her is transforming her heart and her life. How do you heal to the point of finding new passions again? Listen as Alexis addresses the blessings of taking first steps daily to receive all the surprise callings in her current life. Visit http://www.FirstPaso.com or FP social media sites with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #FPOhHowTheTable...
On this episode of First Paso, Alexis Draper shares how she was called to invest in a relationship that was hurting her. Have you ever been challenged to pour love into a situation you'd rather run away from? Listen as Alexis unpacks this life-changing experience that is restoring her more than it originally broke her. Visit http://www.FirstPaso.com or FP social media sites with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #FPOhHowTheTablesHaveTurned1
On this episode of First Paso, I discuss shifts in friendship dynamics. How does one tactfully break up with a friend? Listen as I give some advice on how to not only decide if a friendship needs to end but also share a number of ways to do so. Visit http://www.FirstPaso.com or FP social media sites with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #FPItsSoHardToSayGoodbye
On this episode of First Paso, Trace Gaynor, a cappella singer of The Filharmonic, shares his experience trying to decide on whether to play it safe or put it all on the table. Are you torn between predictable security and taking a chance? Listen as Trace shares how he was challenged to make a pressing decision, and how his answer led him to where he is today. Visit http://www.FirstPaso.com or FP social media sites with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #F...
On this episode of First Paso, I answer a listener's question regarding sex in a relationship. When and how does one bring up their sexual boundaries and expectations when on the dating scene? Tune in as I share my thoughts on appropriate ways to discuss and stand your ground about your sexual standards with a potential partner. Visit www.FirstPaso.com or FP social media sites with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #FPShopsClosed
On this episode of First Paso, I discuss the importance of celebrating yourself and showing yourself some love. Why wait for a special occasion to honor yourself? Listen as I share 27 ways to let yourself know that you deserve to be celebrated and loved at any time. Visit www.FirstPaso.com or FP social media sites with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #FPLetsCelebrateItsAlright
On this episode of First Paso, I discuss being honest with self. What has to give before you admit that you are not doing okay? Listen as I give council on ways to be as human as possible by letting go and giving yourself permission to not be okay. Visit www.FirstPaso.com or FP social media sites with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode. #FPLetsBeHonest
On this episode of First Paso, Patricia Isom takes us through the process of realizing the best decision for a relationship was to not be in it anymore. What if the fairy tale never reaches "happily ever after"? Listen as Patricia walks us through her journey of meeting a prince and choosing herself. Visit www.FirstPaso.com or FP social media sites with questions and comments about this topic to be shared in a future episode.
On this episode of First Paso, Cliff Ravenscraft, one of the original 100 podcasters, formerly known as “The Podcast Answer Man” and currently known as “The Mindset Answer Man”, continues to expound on the idea that failure is not the only concept that technically doesn't exist. What if both failure and success were myths and contentment was possible without either? Listen as Cliff teaches us how to live a fulfilled life without ever being successful or a failure. Visit www.FirstPaso.com or FP s...
