In this engaging conversation, Freda Richards and Elma Arellano explore personal stories, family dynamics, and the journey into healthcare. Elma shares her experiences as a mother and a healthcare professional, discussing the impact of spirituality and self-care on her life. The conversation delves into the motivations behind pursuing a career in healthcare, the challenges faced, and the legacy of personal loss that drives Elma to succeed. The discussion highlights the importance of family, wellness, and the power of personal stories in shaping one's path.   ⭐️ Key takeaways from this episode: ✓ Put your aces in the right places and focus on strengths. ✓ Elma became a respiratory therapist to honor her daughter. ✓ Family support is crucial in overcoming challenges. ✓ Education can empower individuals to change careers at any age. ✓ Work ethic is instilled from a young age and shapes future success. ✓ Overcoming fear is essential to achieving goals. ✓ Elma's journey highlights the importance of community support. ✓ Lifelong learning is vital for personal and professional growth. ✓ Elma's experience in healthcare drives her passion for education. ✓ Don't take a breath for granted; every moment is precious.   📖 Chapters: Jump to Key Moments 00:00 – Strengthening Your Strengths 01:03 – A Journey into Healthcare 08:06 – Living for a Lost Child 11:57 – Overcoming Fear and Building Confidence 14:06 – The Importance of Family Support 16:48 – Work Ethic and Early Lessons 19:57 – Transitioning to Education 25:06 – Applying Education to Real-World Challenges 25:58 – The Power of Lifelong Learning Learn more about healthcare degrees!   👉 https://www.phoenix.edu/info/healthcare.html#healthcaredegrees Subscribe for more powerful success stories and mindset strategies! 👉https://www.youtube.com/@UOPXDegreesOfSuccessPodcast   Alumni Chronicles | Elma Arellano 👉 https://www.phoenix.edu/blog/alumni-chronicles/magazine.html Alumni Chronicles | Main Page 👉 https://www.phoenix.edu/blog/alumni-chronicles.html Explore the Degrees of Success Podcast Page 👉 https://www.phoenix.edu/blog/alumni-chronicles/podcast.html Explore the University of Phoenix 👉 https://www.phoenix.edu/ ⭐️ Connect with us on social!   ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uopx ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/universityofphoenix ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uopxalumni/ ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uopx/ ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/university-of-phoenix/ ► X: https://x.com/UOPX   Thinking about attending UOPX online? 📱 Request info today: https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information 💻 Apply to one of UOPX’s online programs today: https://rb.gy/k0a75c 🎓 Find your degree program University of Phoenix: https://www.phoenix.edu/online-degrees/find-your-program.html