In this episode of Secrets of Powerful Women, host Jill Conway speaks with empowerment life coach Laurice Duffy about her journey through loss, resilience, and the power of choice.

Laurice shares her personal story of facing her husband's ALS diagnosis, the importance of community support, and how she transformed her pain into purpose by becoming a life coach. She emphasizes the significance of self-love, emotional awareness, and the impact of kindness in our lives.

Laurice also discusses her Kindness Matters Scholarship, which celebrates students for their acts of kindness, reinforcing the message that kindness is essential in our communities.

Takeaways

Empowerment comes from making conscious choices.

Grief is a journey that requires feeling emotions.

Community support can provide strength during tough times.

Self-love is crucial for personal growth and empowerment.

It's okay to want more from life without guilt.

Being kind to oneself sets the standard for how others treat you.

Facing difficult circumstances can lead to personal transformation.

The importance of asking oneself, 'Who do I want to be today?'

Kindness should be celebrated and recognized in our communities.

Our beliefs shape our reality and can be changed.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Empowerment and Resilience

01:15 Journey Through Adversity: A Personal Story

09:05 Acceptance and Finding Power in Choices

13:46 Navigating Grief and Emotions

22:12 The Importance of Community Support

30:12 Becoming a Life Coach and Future Aspirations

33:37 Pursuing Dreams and Self-Care

36:36 Facing Life's Challenges and Finding Purpose

40:23 Navigating Grief and Honoring Loved Ones

45:04 Empowering Women Through Coaching

52:27 Transforming Beliefs and Mindsets

01:00:34 The Importance of Kindness and Legacy

01:05:07 New Chapter

empowerment, resilience, self-love, grief, life coaching, community support, ALS, kindness, personal growth, women's empowerment