Empowered Heart to Heart is a weekly conversation with me, Rhonda Simmons, an educator, school administrator, associate pastor, author, and the founder/CEO of The Simmons Empowerment Foundation Inc. (TSEFI), a nonprofit organization. In every episode, I will give devotional words of encouragement that will give you strength and courage to face life’s challenges. Additionally, you won’t want to miss the premiere episodes where we will be discussing the journey to empowerment through stories, ...
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Episode 120: A Visionary’s Triumph: Overcoming Adversity to Lead with Faith and Purpose
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Dr. Dionne Greaves is a Business Lifestyle Strategist and Luxury Retreat Curator who helps high-achieving women excel beyond the boardroom by creating alignment in their faith, vision, values, and lifestyle. She is a global Empowerment Speaker who has graced stages in Barbados, Mexico, the US, and the UK. She is the Visionary Host of Empower Her Co…
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Episode 119: Solo Parenting Insights - Lessons from a Lifetime with Natalie McCabe
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Natalie is a devoted educator with a mission to change the world one family at a time. Natalie has been a teacher for 30 years, a single parent for 15 years and she has been an orphan for over 25 years. She has had to travel the journey of parenting alone and learn what she could along the way. She has written an amazing book “Sink or Swim Parentin…
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Episode 118: Beyond the Balance Sheet - Transforming Your Money Mindset
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Nikki is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), a Certified Money Coach(CMC), a Certified Business Archetype coach and a Certified Couples Money coach. She is also the founder of Opulentus Wealth, a fee for advice financial advisory practice based in Sunninghill, Johannesburg. Nikki has recently founded Imali Coaching which assists individuals, busin…
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Episode 117: Awakening Dreams with Alma Thomas - A Journey of Resilience and Faith
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Alma Collins Thomas is a multifaceted professional with a broad spectrum of skills and achievements. She holds the titles of an ordained minister, educator, motivational speaker, playwright, and author. Alma is a holder of two Bachelor of Science degrees, one in Human Services with a focus on Children and Families and another in Christian Studies. …
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Episode 116: Transformation through Accountability
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Episode 115: Awaken the Rebel Within -- Reclaiming Your Voice and Purpose
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Tivona Elliott, known as Lady V, is a resilient leader and CEO of Elliott Night Professionals. As an Evangelist at Much Prayer Much Power and a Spiritual Release Coach, she spreads God's gospel truth, inspiring others with her journey of overcoming Lupus and personal struggles. She founded the 2 Gone 2 Long Judgment Free Network and created the Awa…
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Episode 114: Breaking the Burnout Cycle with Mindfulness and EFT Tapping
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Stacey Johnson is a clinical therapist and women empowerment coach trained in mindfulness and EFT-Tapping. She helps high-achieving women break free from overthinking, burnout, and stress. Stacey empowers clients to reclaim their presence, enhance well-being, and thrive personally and professionally. She provides strategies to overcome headaches, s…
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Episode 113: Breaking Barriers -- The Power of a Growth Mindset with Elisha S. Lee
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Elisha S. Lee is a Licensed Counselor (LPC) dedicated to helping individuals cultivate a positive and resilient mindset. Elisha specializes in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), a modality renowned for its effectiveness in transforming thought patterns and beliefs that influence emotions and behaviors. She has worked extensively with clients to ov…
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Episode 112: Supporting Teen Moms Together (Live Kickoff Event)
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This is the episode you do not want to miss! Listen as Pastor Jacqueline Duncan and I discuss the global issue of teen pregnancy and what we are doing to help address the problem. Learn how you too can get involved and 🌟 Double Your Impact! 🌟 We have exciting news! An anonymous donor has agreed to match all donations up to $5,000 for The Simmons Em…
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Episode 111: Pivots, Passion & Purpose
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Join me as I interview Dr. Victoria Onyeje from Nigeria who pivoted from her career as a Pharmacist to pursue her passion and purpose in serving global clients through her gift of communication! Listen as she shares some powerful insights on how you too can transition to a more purpose-filled life! Here's how to contact Dr. Victoria for all your co…
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Mentioned in this episode: I'm looking for 15 contributing authors who are either pastors' wives or other lady leaders in ministry. International authors welcome! I am launching a two-book anthology, and here's your opportunity to get published with the #1 International Christian Devotional Author! Check out this video clip for more details. Then b…
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Episode 109: The Heart of the Matter (Series) - Part 8 with Tamika L. Sims
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Tamika L. Sims is a 6-time author, book coach, and Publishing Strategist. Tamika is the founder of Get Write With Tamika, LLC where book coaching, book publishing consulting, and book writing strategy sessions are offered. At this stage in her career, Tamika has helped more than 250 men, women, and children, tell their stories, producing bestseller…
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Episode 108: The Heart of the Matter (Series) - Part 7 with Justine Conley
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Justine Conley was born in Brevard, North Carolina. The CEO and principal consultant of J Conley Consulting is a nationally sought-after corporate trainer, motivational speaker and transformational life coach. An advocate at heart, Justine served AARP for 6 years as the Associate State Director of North Florida. As a liaison to the community she ma…
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Episode 107: No More Imposter Syndrome - Redefining Success
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Check out this 11-minute episode where I share my heart about dealing with imposter syndrome -- again -- and how certain Bible verses helped to alleviate that. I allso talk about redefining success as you view it from different perspectives. Plus, I shared several phenomenal announcements in this episode that you won't want to miss. Have you gotten…
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Episode 106: The Heart of the Matter (Series) - Part 6 with Nina Elaine Borum
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Join me as Nina Elaine Borum shares her journey as an author, speaker, bookstore owner and single adoptive foster mom of four. Also, check out Nina's bookstore, Bo Society & Books, at www.thebosociety.com.Af Rhonda Simmons
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Join me and two of the speakers of our upcoming Balanced Ministry Pastors' Wives Summit. We are so pumped and ready for this Summit! Listen in to this super fun episode as we share what you can expect when you attend the virtual Summit February 29 - March 2. To learn more about the Summit and to get your FREE ticket, click here: https://rhonda-l-si…
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Episode 104: The Heart of the Matter (Series) - Part 5 with Jawanda Jackson
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Jawanda Jackson is a construction manager and works for a general contractor that builds multi-family projects such as market rate apartment complexes, affordable housing, senior living, and more. Listen as Jawanda shares her successful journey on a career path that is rarely taken by women, especially women of color.…
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Episode 103: The Heart of the Matter (Series) - Part 4 with Alisha Bridges
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Since a young age Alisha Bridges faced the challenges of severe plaque psoriasis. For over a decade, her passion has driven her to advocate tirelessly for those navigating chronic illness, with focus on psoriasis and mental health. Being raised by her grandparents due to her parents' battles with drug addiction brought abandonment issues that compo…
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Episode 102: The Heart of the Matter (Series) - Part 3 with Sara Bohling
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Sara Bohling is a nurse with 20 years experience and is now working in her private practice of holistic wellness and life coaching. She also has a health journey -- a rare, invisible illness -- that required her to focus on herself and her heart even more. Sara listened to her body by slowing down, nourishing it with quality foods, and moving her b…
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Episode 101: The Heart of the Matter (Series) - Part 2 - My Story, My Why (Rhonda Simmons & The Simmons Empowerment Foundation Inc.)
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People have asked me, "What's your story? Why do you do what you do? Why did you start The Simmons Empowerment Foundation Inc. (TSEFI) to serve unwed, teen moms?" Well, here's my answer. My story. My why. By the way, TSEFI has vacancies on our board of directors. No matter where you are in the world, you can get involved. Our board meetings are hel…
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Episode 100: The Heart of the Matter (Series) - Part 1 with Dr. Elle Akaho
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It's our 100th episode, y'all! Dr. Elle Akaho is a British-Ghanaian Child and Adult Psychiatrist. She graduated as a Medical Doctor in 2011 and has more than ten years of experience in the mental health field. She has a special interest in neurodevelopmental conditions, particularly autism and ADHD, and works for both the National Health Service an…
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Episode 99: Rhythm (Keeping up with God's Pace)
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January 30 - February 7 is National Storytelling Week! Welcome to Empowered Heart to Heart, where we embark on a soulful journey, offering messages of hope, conversations that heal, and interviews that empower. In this episode, host Rhonda Simmons unravels the simple but often complicated rhythm of life and faith, exploring the beauty of dancing to…
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Episode 98: Five Steps to Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
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Welcome to Empowered Heart to Heart, your sanctuary for messages of hope, conversations that heal, and interviews that empower. In this episode, join host, Rhonda Simmons, as we explore the depths of imposter syndrome – that inner struggle many of us face. Uncover its roots, understand its impact, and most importantly, discover 3-5 proven methodolo…
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Episode 97: Dear Future Me (The Overcomers Series) - Part 10 with Stephany Ann
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Meet an extraordinary woman, an attorney and recipient of the governor's award for advocacy with survivors of domestic violence, who triumphed over narcissistic abuse. With two marriages to narcissists behind her, Stephany Ann harnessed the transformative power of Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) to guide others on their path to healing and person…
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Episode 96: Dear Future Me (The Overcomers Series) - Part 9 with Robyn Hock
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Listen as Robyn shares her story about being in an abusive marriage for 16 years to her first husband. Although Robyn thought her second husband was the love of her life, she shares about him having an affair and leaving her for another woman. She was broken but picked up the pieces, moved 500 miles away to start a new life, healed, wrote a book, a…
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Episode 95: Anyway (A Message of Hope)
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I'm just going to leave this right here: Don't let what you see or don't see distract you from your God-given vision. After all, isn't that what faith is? Be encouraged with this 5-minute episode. Have you purchased your copy of my latest book, Dear Future Me: The Journey Begins. It's available on Amazon at https://a.co/d/b7Dib62…
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Episode 94: Dear Future Me (The Overcomers Series) - Part 8 with Melissa Rohlfs
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Melissa Rohlfs is a certified holistic health & life coach helping teen girls & women find freedom from the struggle with food, so they can be at peace with food, their bodies & their lives. She empowers women to break free from dieting, emotional eating & self-image issues so they can ditch dieting & feed their souls. Melissa graduated from the He…
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Episode 93: Dear Future Me (The Overcomers Series) - Part 7 with Sue Kennedy
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Founder and CEO of Author Academy, Sue Kennedy Publishing, Author Academy Bookstore and Healing with Art. Sue, sometimes referred to as the “People Whisperer” for her coaching skill that brings out the best in people, is known for her practical, street-savvy style. Sue shares her success and guides others through her 5-step unique process to write …
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Episode 92: Dear Future Me (The Overcomers Series) - Part 6 with Kathy Baldwin
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As a woman juggling many roles, Kathy Baldwin prioritized others over herself, which led to depression, anxiety, and fibromyalgia. Feeling empty and burnt out, she sought help within the medical system which failed her. After a devastating breakdown that cost her everything, Kathy faced a critical heal or perish decision. Drawing on a lifetime of l…
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Episode 91: Dear Future Me (The Overcomers Series) - Part 5 with Charmaine Dollar
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Listen to Charmaine's incredible story of redemption! She is an overcomer of abuse, addiction, prostitution, rape and molestation. Even though she's endured those things, she is an OVERCOMER! Join me as Charmaine tells her story and encourages the same for you. Her purpose here is to share the harsh realities of prostitution and sex trafficking in …
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Episode 90: Dear Future Me (The Overcomers Series) - Part 4 with Michelle Weihman
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Meet Nurse Michelle Weihman, a success story today, but that's not how life started out for her. At 16, she faced a teenage pregnancy leading to an early marriage and dropping out of high school. But her inner drive never wavered. Despite facing an abusive marriage and raising children mostly on her own, Michelle clung to her dream. Balancing mothe…
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Episode 89: Dear Future Me (The Overcomers Series) - Part 3 with Sue Bowles
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As a childhood rape survivor and survivor of other traumas, Sue Bowles has learned the power of authenticity, the strength in humility and asking for help, and the transformation from daring to believe that she matters. Through the hard work of healing, she is now a Master Certified Life and Mental Health Coach and Founder of My Step Ahead, empower…
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Episode 88: Dear Future Me (The Overcomers Series) - Part 2 with Jenna Talleda
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In this episode, Jenna Talleda shares her story about how she healed from her eating disorder after getting out of an unsafe marriage. She used her eating disorder to punish herself because she thought she wasn't worthy, but now she knows that it wasn't her body that was the problem. It was more about her relationship to her inner self. Check out J…
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Episode 87: Dear Future Me (The Overcomers Series) - Part 1 with Elle Marie
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Listen in on the powerful interview I had with Elle Marie, a mental health counselor turned life coach, author and retreat host for the Mother Wound. Elle shared that the Mother Wound is something that many women including herself have been a victim of. The Mother Wound is caused simply by the lack of emotional mothering. The wound is at the root o…
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Episode 86: introducing My New Online Mini Course
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🌟 Stepping Into 2024 with Purpose! 🚪✨ Embracing closure has been my theme for 2023—letting go to make room for the new. It's been a journey of vulnerability and growth. ✨ Excited to share my latest creation— "New Wine, Old Bottles" mini course. 🍇📘 🌿 Modules: "The Breakup" - Faith and friendship overcoming obstacles. "The Rolling and Loosing" - Brea…
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Episode 85: Interview with Richard Vallasana (Forever Homes for Foster Kids)
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Richard Villasana is a proud navy veteran and international speaker, author, and advocate for children in foster care, especially those in crisis at the Mexico-U.S. border. Richard is also the founder of Forever Homes for Foster Kids, a nonprofit organization. Check out this great interview and learn about this ongoing crisis and how you can help. …
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Welcome to the last month of 2023! I'm so ready for this year to end. As much as I am looking forward to 2024, my focus is on preparing for the blessings that God has promised me. Are you ready for your "next"? Listen to this and get ready for a major mindset shift! P.S. In addition to our podcast having global listeners, we're now streaming our po…
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Episode 83: Somebody's Child - Adoption Stories from the Heart with Dawn Williams
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November is National Adoption Month here in the US, and I wanted to share people's adoption stories from different perspectives. In this episode, listen as I interview Dawn Williams, an adoptive parent, and learn about her journey on the road to adoption. Through heartbreaks and disappointments, you'll hear how she turned her pain into power in sev…
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This is a special episode because I read one of my favorite chapters from my latest book, Dear Future Me: The Journey Begins. Plus, there's a message of hope at the end. Enjoy! To purchase my book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/8IBkARgAf Rhonda Simmons
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Have you lost your God-focus? Do you really understand your assignment? Let's talk about it.Af Rhonda Simmons
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Episode 79: What's Your Why (Replay)
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Enjoy this replay! It was one of the most popular episodes to be downloaded. I'll be back next week! In the meantime, if you are a pastor's wife, check out our my upcoming free workshop, Leading with Fragments, on Thursday, October 26th at 7 pm CST. To get the Zoom info, register for free.Af Rhonda Simmons
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Episode 78: Interview with Richard Villasana (Replay)
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Richard Villasana is a proud navy veteran and international speaker, author, and advocate for children in foster care, especially those in crisis at the Mexico-U.S. border. Richard is also the founder of Forever Homes for Foster Kids, a nonprofit organization. Check out this great interview and learn about this ongoing crisis and how you can help. …
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Find out the many opportunities coming up where you can "get in the room" with us. Then listen to today's message of hope so you can "get in the room" where Jesus is. Mentioned in this episode: To get the replay of our last workshop, How to Prepare for the Palace while You're Still in the Pit, join our Empowered Heart to Heart members-only site at …
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Mentioned in this episode: How to Prepare for the Palace while You're Still in the Pit (FREE Workshop) on 9/26/23 at 6:30 pm. Must register to get zoom info: https://pit-to-palace.eventbrite.com New Life Apostolic Church4712 E. Rancier Avenue Killeen, TX 76543 Sunday services at 9 am and 11 am CSTAf Rhonda Simmons
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Join me as I engage three US mental health professionals in a discussion about suicide prevention. September 10-16 is Suicide Prevention Week, and we need to know how to help those we love understand that they have a reason to live. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Call 9-8-8 or text HOME to 741741 if you are experiencing suicidal thoug…
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Episode 74: Your Harvest is Ready!
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Listen to this message of hope that will inspire you to evaluate the seasons of your life. Mentioned in this episode: Members-Only Site for exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/empowered_h2hAf Rhonda Simmons
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Episode 73: Women's Financial Wellness with Tana Gildea
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Learn as Tana shares practical truths we all can apply to our financial lives and mindsets to make lasting change and build wealth.Af Rhonda Simmons
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Episode 72: Interview with Suzanne Nadell (Summit Speaker)
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Get your VIP Pass today and get all the perks that come with it! This is the one virtual event that you cannot afford to miss! https://tsefiorg-DFM-WEIS.eventbrite.com You've got to be in the virtual room August 18-19, 2023 for our Dear Future Me: Women's Empowerment International Summit! There are 18 phenomenal speakers from all over the globe rea…
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Episode 71: Interview with Chante Dent (Summit Speaker)
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Join me as I interview one of our speakers for our upcoming Dear Future Me: Women's Empowerment International Summit. Listen as Chante shares that coping with trauma is not the same as being healed from it. That takes work but is worth every ounce of freedom that comes with it! Get your VIP Pass to the Summit today!…
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