Today's episode of THRIVE gave me goosebumps! Nyla Wiebe is a health and life coach who specializes in Intuitive Eating and Body Image Improvement - all from a Christian perspective. [TW: Eating Disorder Recovery] She also struggled with an eating disorder for decades, but is recovered and credits God for her journey. Nyla's story is one of hope, and she shares so much godly wisdom - as well as practical advice - for intuitive eating, following cravings, improving body image, helping a strugglin...
Apr 28, 2021•33 min•Ep. 65
Calling all mamas! Powerhouse mom AND boss, Dr. Jennifer Blossom is digging in and diving deep into the realities of motherhood, and telling us what it takes to break the survival cycle to choose to thrive again - both as a mom, and as a human being. We talk about crucial mindset shifts that moms HAVE to take to avoid overwhelm and anxiety, time management tips to get back more of the time you swear you just “don’t have,” how to create a more flexible schedule that works for everyone and you’re ...
Apr 21, 2021•41 min•Ep. 64
Liz Wilcox knows what's it like to sleep in a park bench, to live in a house with no plumbing, and to not be able to count on a penny from your parents. She also knows what it's like to say NO MORE, to choose a different path, and to go from making $0 in your business to over $40,000 in one month. Liz is an email marketing guru, a "mompreneur," and a great laugh, and she's here to help you assess your own emotional relationship with money and adjust your own money mindset so that you, too, can b...
Apr 14, 2021•52 min•Ep. 63
Jane Enright has been through the storm...and another, and another, and another. In the same way she suffered a major brain injury that lost her her business, memory and speech, her partner suffered a terrible car accident, and cancer took her best friend of 40 years. She's also had three miscarriages, so she's greeted pain and hardship at her door time and time again - yet today, she's here as a "positivity expert" leading a community called "My Super Awesome Life" and with a book called "Butte...
Apr 07, 2021•38 min•Ep. 62
It's my birthday! Hooray! Per popular request, today's episode of THRIVE features a very special guest - MY MOM. She's giving you the scoop on what I was *really* like as a kid, what was hardest about raising me and why, and thoughts on our mother/daughter relationship. We dive deep into some of the good AND the bad that I've had to talk to my therapist about years later, and also get her take on what to do to make your relationship with your own mom the best it can be today. DROP HER FIVE STARS...
Mar 24, 2021•32 min•Ep. 61
Christina Lenkowski is a hilarious, real breath of fresh air - besides being an absolutely badass publicity pro, business owner, Hamilton super-fan, and work-at-home mom of a special needs kiddo. She also has Type 1 Diabetes, so much of her everyday life involves intentionally finding (and creating) "sugar linings." While some may feel limited by a chronic illness, Christina is liberated - and she's here to help you feel the same, no matter the hand you've been dealt. GET YOUR COPY OF CAFFEINATE...
Mar 17, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 60
Dr. Wendy O'Connor is BACK on THRIVE, which is a true treat - her last episode (Episode 15) is still the MOST listened to THRIVE episode to date, so it's safe to say that we ALL want more happiness in our lives! Dr. Wendy's advice is the farthest thing from fluff - she's a Stanford-trained Positive Psychologist, Life Strategist & Coach, and she's helping all of us be happier than ever before - even after 2020. Come away from today's talk with actual tools to look at your own life more clearl...
Mar 10, 2021•52 min•Ep. 59
Becoming a mom turned Keisha Tower's life upside down - and not just in a good way. While social media makes it look like mom life is newborn bliss and endless snuggles, it's also hard - really freaking hard. After being diagnosed with Postpartum Depression & Anxiety, Keisha found strength (literally) in Crossfit exercise, therapy, and writing - and now she's helping fellow pregnant and/or postpartum mamas find the support she always wished she had. In this raw episode of THRIVE, Keisha tell...
Mar 03, 2021•41 min•Ep. 58
Today on THRIVE, Rejection Expert & NYT Bestselling Author, Harlan Cohen, is shedding light on ONE Universal Truth to help you finally get over rejection of any kind. He's got practical insight into processing rejections more informationally (versus emotionally), the three different KINDS of rejection we face, as well as a powerful way to write your own story as if it's already happened...and then make it so. Don't miss it! GET YOUR COPY OF CAFFEINATE YOUR SOUL: 52 MONDAY MANTRAS HERE: Amazo...
Feb 24, 2021•51 min•Ep. 57
Ruthie Ridley is a lot of things. She's a content creator an influencer, a nurse, a podcaster, a worship leader and a mom of three - she's also a Black woman in America, married to a white cop. I'm so honored to give my girlfriend space to speak her truth on THRIVE - I hope you can come into the conversation with an open heart and leaving feeling the size of Ruthie's. GET YOUR COPY OF CAFFEINATE YOUR SOUL: 52 MONDAY MANTRAS HERE: Amazon Barnes and Noble Target Walmart CONNECT WITH RUTHIE Ruthie'...
Feb 17, 2021•27 min•Ep. 56
Shari is basically your queen Galentine. In one year, she intentionally made 50 one-on-one dates happen with friends, simply to tell them how they have positively impacted her life. After being abandoned as a baby in a cardboard box with no name, no birthdate - essentially, no identity - Shari found message in her mess and now thrives on helping other women uncover their own. This life coach and book author has words of wisdom to share on what she learned as both teacher and student, talking wit...
Feb 10, 2021•32 min•Ep. 55
One day, Katie Bulmer heard the voice of God. And it wasn't some big, loud booming echo from the heavens - but it sure was life-altering. As an author and speaker at over 30 colleges across the country, Katie's path took an unexpected turn when she went from marketing agency career girl to newfound motivational sorority speaker, speaking the truths she wished she had had and helping the next generation with everything from boys to bosses. In this episode of THRIVE, Katie and Erica get real about...
Feb 03, 2021•36 min•Ep. 54
Tereza Toledo is a lot of things. She's a multi-lingual, overachieving small business owner from Brazil who now lives in Tampa, Florida - and also used to practice law and work as a personal trainer. Now, Tereza is a certified Pinterest expert strategist, working with Pinterest's team to know the platform inside and out to help her clients achieve greater success. In today's episode, she's shedding light on a few key tips to help you thrive on Pinterest, as well as must-hear perspective on life'...
Jan 27, 2021•46 min•Ep. 53
Happy Birthday to Erica's husband, Jamie! In today's special episode of THRIVE, E & J are at their kitchen island to answer a few rapid fire questions, as Jamie reflects on his last year and the new year ahead. A'ing Q's like: "How do you make time for each other with a baby?" "What are your most and least favorite traits about each other?" "How did you know you were ready for kids?" SHOP THE THRIVING COLLECTION GET YOUR COPY OF CAFFEINATE YOUR SOUL: 52 MONDAY MANTRAS HERE: Amazon Barnes and...
Jan 20, 2021•31 min•Ep. 52
Mindy Henderson knows two things to be true: Things that suck, suck - but things that suck won't suck forever. Today on THRIVE, she's sharing her story and her reality of living most of her life in a wheelchair - and how her biggest adversity has become her biggest advantage. Mindy's perspective is real and refreshing, and she shares actionable ways to check yourself for a victim mindset while getting through your own "things that suck" constructively. GET YOUR COPY OF CAFFEINATE YOUR SOUL: 52 M...
Jan 06, 2021•43 min•Ep. 51
It's time to get REAL - with yourself, with your best friends, and with 2020. Today on THRIVE, Erica is joined again by her best friend, Taylor, to have a totally candid conversation about BURNOUT (because #BeenThereDoneThat, right?). They talk about what burnout actually IS and what it feels like for them, how it looks in business AND in friendship, and some practical tips about preventing yourself from becoming burnt out in the first place. This is a must-listen to head into 2021 strong - trul...
Dec 30, 2020•51 min•Ep. 50
It happened...so now what? After getting through her twenties and a quarter life crisis, Cris Ramos Greene learned some important lessons while learning to embrace "that girl" - and she authored her first book during the pandemic with those insights inside. Cris' conversation on THRIVE is so empowering and enlightening as she sheds light on important truths on shifting your perspective, declaring your successes, surrendering in faith, and prioritizing your dreams. Because whether you believe it'...
Dec 16, 2020•41 min•Ep. 49
Best-selling author Cait Flanders knows what it takes to summit a mountain - and it's the same sorta thing it takes to actively and intentionally choose a different path in your own life. In today's episode, you'll learn how to turn your negative inner monologue into an empowered dialogue, the power in "just one more," and the difference an attitude of self-love over self-loathe will make. Cait shares practical ways to assess risk as you consider your own "opt outs" in life, as well as how to ha...
Dec 09, 2020•57 min•Ep. 48
Leks Vucko spent years training her own body before training others - and now she helps train minds. After building a thriving business by using the free tools on the Internet, she transitioned to mindset coaching, where she now helps hundreds of women feel better, look better, and show up better every single day by loving themselves better. Tune into today's episode for practical tips that you can start using today to truly thrive! GET YOUR COPY OF CAFFEINATE YOUR SOUL: 52 MONDAY MANTRAS HERE: ...
Dec 02, 2020•47 min•Ep. 47
Tracy Wood knows what it's like to go from grave to great - and now she helps others do the same. After the death of her son, she was absolutely devastated - but she knew life had to go on for her family, and she learned how to keep showing up in the hardest of hard times. In today's episode, Erica has an honest, heartfelt conversation Tracy - the host of Grave to Great podcast and the first female, African-American CEO of Alleo Health Systems - about how to reframe the dialogue around end-of-li...
Nov 18, 2020•33 min•Ep. 46
Sister, sister! Kimberly and Kalie are the dynamic sister duo that co-founded Travel in Chic - a chic, vegan convertible handbag brand with heart. Through November 15th, they're donating 100% of proceeds - that's right, 100 PERCENT - to the A21 campaign to help fight human trafficking. Listen in to today's episode where they share the heart behind their brand and the cause that inspired this campaign, as well as their best tips on working with family, building a brand, and mentoring the younger ...
Nov 11, 2020•28 min•Ep. 45
Dr. Lynda is a lot of things. She's a dentist, a bestselling author, the founder of a media agency, and a believer in possibility. After creating her platform, Ever Widening Circles, with a mission of changing the negative dialogue around the "normal" news cycle, she was inspired to write her new book to help readers take newfound control over their newsfeeds, internets, and lives. Listen in as Dr. Lynda walks us through the Conspiracy of Goodness, identifying + eliminating victim mindset, and f...
Oct 28, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 44
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my baby girl, Olivia Grace! I cannot BELIEVE that she's already TWO. Man, time flies. While they say the two's are "terrible," I disagree - I think they're pretty darn great. And maybe you will, too, after getting some ~advice~ from my two-year-old. On everything from falling to food, to thoughts on persistence and healing wounds, I think you'll get a good healthy reminder of some important stuff in life today - all from the perspective of someone who can't totally talk yet. ;)...
Oct 21, 2020•19 min•Ep. 43
Michelle Hammons is one of the most energetic, hopeful souls you'll meet - but it wasn't always that way. After living much of her life feeling like she wasn't enough, plagued by depression and even suicidal thoughts, she turned down a different path and is so passionate about helping you do the same. Michelle's story is one of hope and encouragement, as she helps you discover your worth, identify your purpose, rise into your potential, and overcome inevitable obstacles along the way. GET YOUR C...
Oct 14, 2020•54 min•Ep. 42
Rachel is back on THRIVE with some exciting news - she's pregnant! After last sharing about her two-year struggle with infertility, she's got a miracle baby growing inside of her - and she's back to talk about it. But, she's not here to "share hope" just because it happened to her. In this episode, Rachel sheds light on important Truth, and is refining our expectations on how - and when - God's goodness is shown to us in everyday life. She drops important reminders and must-hear truth bombs if y...
Oct 07, 2020•53 min•Ep. 41
Fact: 2020 has sucked. Fact: You're still here. Faust Ruggiero has been a therapist for 40+ years helping over 2,000 people reframe their mindset, realize their potential, and unleash the power that's already inside them. And guess what? You have it, too! Join us in what is basically a free therapy session, as Faust shares insights from his book, The Fix Yourself Handbook, and his Process Way of Life. Learn tips for effective goal setting, how to train yourself to get more comfortable being UNco...
Sep 30, 2020•44 min•Ep. 40
Christian life coach Alexandra Kaval is back on the Thrive Podcast to talk all about living a bolder, better life in Christ. She's walking us through a few steps to narrow down your intention, as well as tactical ways to become more confident and bold in your own identity. Then, learn her personal process that she uses in coaching to help figure out what to prioritize when, and how. GET YOUR COPY OF CAFFEINATE YOUR SOUL: 52 MONDAY MANTRAS HERE: Amazon Barnes and Noble CONNECT WITH ALEXANDRA: Gra...
Sep 23, 2020•41 min•Ep. 39
Suzanne Redmond had it rough. Growing up with two drug-addict parents and dropping out of high school at 17, she found herself in her own toxic relationship with a questionable future, constantly facing adversity. Now, she's speaking out about how she turned her life around and healed after her mom's death, how she chooses data over drama to avoid emotional snowballing, and how to actively build healthy boundaries after escaping the chaos of her childhood. She's redefining resilience and buildin...
Sep 09, 2020•48 min•Ep. 38
Balance is a unicorn - it's not real . Really! I know so many "successful" folks swear that "finding balance" is the key to happiness, but you'll only find balance at the end of a rainbow. Today on THRIVE, we're talking about why it doesn't exist, what it really means, and what to do instead TODAY to feel better and do better in your everyday life. Get ready to breathe easier, instead of feeling like you're constantly falling short, dropping the balls, or not measuring up. The first truth to acc...
Sep 01, 2020•18 min•Ep. 37
Maggie Malek is a power lifting, Pokemon catching Texas girl with a big heart - who also happens to be the CEO of a powerhouse ad agency. Today on THRIVE, she's taking listeners behind-the-scenes of being top dog and how she rose the ranks of leadership, with advice on everything from beating imposter syndrome to giving (+ receiving) feedback. GET YOUR COPY OF CAFFEINATE YOUR SOUL: 52 MONDAY MANTRAS HERE: Amazon Barnes and Noble SHOP THE THRIVING COLLECTION FOLLOW ALONG: Coming Up Roses the blog...
Aug 19, 2020•53 min•Ep. 36
