Childhood doesn’t always end when we grow up sometimes, the pain follows. How childhood abuse and trauma quietly shape our 20s and 30s, our relationships, our boundaries, our sense of safety, and even the way we see the world. It unpacks the journey from survival to self-awareness, from silence to storytelling. It’s for those who learned to be strong too early, who carried more than they should have, and who are now learning what healing really means.
Listen to our guest, Katrina Collier. In her debut memoir, The Damage of Words, she shares her 12-year healing journey, detailing her recovery from narcissistic childhood abuse, complex PTSD and self-loathing. She explores diverse healingmodalities, past lives, DNA-level trauma, and her high sensitivity and spiritual gifts, offering research-backed insights and hope to inspire others to transform pain into empowerment and reclaim their worth.
A light on the inspiring journeys of immigrants in America. It tells the story of individuals who left their homelands, started with little to nothing, and worked their way up to achieve success. Alongside their triumphs, we explore the emotionalrealities of living far from family, the sacrifices, the longing, and the resilience that shape their experiences. From humble beginnings to powerful breakthroughs, this is a space where voices from across the miles come together to share courage, culture, and the true meaning of home.
Dr. Ricardo Sanchez, is a cross-cultural consultant and counselor as well as a speaker. He works with leaders and teams who want to improve how they connect across cultures, especially in workplaces where people come from different countries, languages, and life experiences. He is also an author who published “Before and After theBorder: One Man’s Journey Home” which offers a compelling and humanizing immigration narrative. Here he shared his journey as a minor navigating the complexities of the American immigration system.
Is it more about creating our dreams? Absolutely! But should we stop there? We should remember that It is about the actions that truly makes an impact. That’s how you turn them into a legacy.
In this episode, we explore on that uncomfortable action thatwe took to make the change. Action speaks louder than what we say, and how the values we live by can shape thelives of our kids and grandkids.
Our guest, Sheryl Ramstad, is a burnt survivor, former criminal trial attorney, and Minnesota Commissioner of Corrections who rebuilt her life after a devastating plane crash.
Now a nurse practitioner with a doctorate in nursing, shebrings a unique perspective to conversations about trauma, reinvention, and public service leadership.
She shares real experiences on why “leading by example” matters, and how simple choices today can ripple through generations tomorrow. This is a heartfelt conversation on living with purpose, leaving behind more than words, and inspiring the next generation to rise by the way we live.
Layers of purpose peels back the polished surface of life toreveal the truths that lie beneath. It’s about uncovering the hidden depths, quiet callings, and unexpected turns that shape who we are and why we’re here.
Through stories, reflections, and raw conversations, we explore how finding your true purpose transforms not just the way you live, but the way you see the world.
Our guest, Terry Maru, born in Auckland, New Zealand, anEmpowerment and Reconnection Coach and Founder of the Reconnection Path, helps men and women on the edge of separation reclaim their self-worth and rebuild their relationships – starting with themselves. His story is raw, real and full of hope.
Deeply personal journey of facing challenges that once felt impossible to overcome and discovering an unexpected lifeline in the form of patches. It’s about the hidden battles—those days when getting out of bed felt like climbing a mountain, the endless cycle of trying and failing, and the quiet moments of wondering if things would ever get better. Through persistence, vulnerability, and the courage to trysomething different, a shift began to happen.
What started as a small step turned into a profound transformation. The patches became more than just aproduct; they became a tool for healing, restoring energy, and rebuilding a sense of self that had been lost. Along the way came lessons about patience, self-belief, and the understanding that strength doesn’t appear overnight it’sbuilt one choice, one change, and one small victory at a time.
Our guest, Cathy Gage, is an entrepreneur who is a drug free wellness expert. With the use of a patch, which she is promoting, it helps reduce body pain, stress, promote sleep,mobility, be more focused, boost your energy, improve your immune system, and so much more. Now living her best life focusing on full body wellness.
She’s a woman who followed the quiet pull of her passions and turned them into something powerful. With courage, creativity, and deep self-trust, she carved her own path one aligned with purpose, not pressure.
In this conversation, she shares the real journey behind her success: the doubts, the pivots, the breakthroughs, and the lessons that shaped her. Her story is a reminder that when you stay true to what lights you up, you don’t just chasesuccess you become it.
Now, Anna VanAgtmael is the founder of Wandering Roots. She hosts adventure retreats for women all over the world and helps entrepreneurs plan and host their own profitable retreats.
We all hit walls. Moments when everything feels stuck, when the dreams you once held close seem blurry—or evenout of reach. Whether it's rejection, confusion, burnout, or just the slow ache of not knowing what’s next… the blockages feel real. Heavy. Personal. Unfair.
But here’s the truth: purpose doesn’t disappear in the chaos.
It hides. It waits. It invites you to dig deeper not into the world’s noise, but into yourself. Is this the space you’re in?
It’s not a dead end. It’s a sacred pause. A reset. A chance to tune into what your soul has been whispering all along because you’re not lost. You’re just in the becoming stage.
Let us listen to Chew-Hoong Koh, a business & mindset breakthrough catalyst. She empowers purpose-driven coaches to break free from "hidden blind spots" to magnetize their dream clients with ease, joy & abundance.
How can people from different cultures, countries, and walks of life help each other—and in the process, discover their own unique purpose?
Whether it’s a chance encounter that changed someone’s path or a cross-border collaboration that sparked meaning, it is a journey of compassion, courage, and clarity.
Graciela Luna, one of the World Bank staff who played a significant role in the development and management of Administrative Client Services (ACS) activities, will share her story when she was very fixated on making her dream a reality, and that is to work in the United States. Despite no support system she was able to move from two international organizations and left an impact to the admin groupof the World Bank.
This presents an emotional depth of finding life’s purpose with the grounded, structured idea of using a repeatable methodology. It gives a smart, accessible feel suggesting listeners to get practical steps, not just philosophical talk; a system for helping people understand their life’s direction.
Unlocking connects beautifully to Paul Davis’s book and invites listeners to explore purpose not as a mystery, but as a process.
Paul Davis is the founder and lead consultant at Davis Business Consultants with a focus on helping entrepreneurs build a better business, a better life and a better world.
He is also a three-time best-selling author, an award-winning business growth consultant and professional speaker, the creator of The Genius Code™ — a blueprint for personal mastery and is dedicated to helping individuals discover their innate genius, achieve unparalleled fulfilment, and make aprofound impact with their business.
Through candid storytelling, expert insights, and practical self-defense strategies, this episode empowers women to transform fear into confidence and take control of their own safety. You will discover how martial arts, and self-defense can be tools not just for physical protection, but for healing, resilience, and personal empowerment. It is a call to action to rise, resist, and stand stronger than any grip that has ever held them back.
Elicia Ybarra, a seasoned martial artist, dedicated women's self-defense instructor, and passionate advocate for empowering women to live confidently and fearlessly has transformed her personal journey of resilience into a mission to uplift others.
As the founder of Pretty Hands, Hard Punches, Elicia uses her own experiences overcoming abuse and exploitation within the martial arts industry to teach women practical self-defense techniques, boundary-setting, and how to recognize and stand against abuse.
This space is dedicated to inspiring and supporting the everyday heroes in healthcare those who care, heal, and show up no matter what. It's about creating a ripple effect ofencouragement, reminding healthcare professionals that their work matters and that they are never alone. Through real stories, practical support and positive energy, this platform aims to uplift the people behind the scrubs andstethoscopes. Because helping others in healthcare isn't just a job. It is a purpose, and together, that purpose becomes even more powerful.
Let us listen to Dr. Ewa J. Kleczyk, as she shares her remarkable journey from a young woman passionateabout mathematics to becoming a nationally recognized leader in healthcare data science. As a champion for women in STEM and co-founder of the Kleczyk-StroutFoundation, Dr. Kleczyk offers a powerful narrative of how aligning career with deeper values can create lasting personal and societal impact.
Just as the Earth moves through seasons of blooming, shedding, resting, and rebirth, so do we. This journey is about becoming more aware of those shifts not just outside, but within and learning how to honor them.
When you begin to align your life with the natural flow of the seasons, something powerful happens. You stop resisting change and start working with it. You realize that there is a time to grow, a time to let go, a time to rest, and a time to rise again. Each phase carrying its own wisdom and purpose.
Let us listen to Ruben Gomez, who developed the Neuro-Seasonal Programming Method whose mission is to raise the vibration and frequency of humanity, positively influencing and transforming one mind at a time.
Much love,
Cynthia Concordia
Dream to Rise
We dive deep into the quiet strength of kindness. We’ll explore how kindness isn’t weakness, it’s a reflection of courage, empathy, and emotional intelligence. Whether it’s extending grace to others or learning to be kinder to ourselves. From random acts to deeply intentional moments, kindness has a ripple effect that reaches far beyond what we can imagine.
Let’s listen to our guest, Teresa Ramirez, an award-winning, best-selling author, motivational speaker and kindness ambassador for loving parents who want to raise kind children. She will share with us her story and how she was able to evolve from her adversity and now doing what she loves doing to make a difference.
The mission of reuniting street children with the families they’ve lost or been separated from, is very challenging. Through powerful stories, real-life journeys, and the voices of those working on the ground, this shines a light on the resilience of children, the heartbreak of separation, and the hope of finding home again.
Join us, as we walk alongside these young souls—step by step, story by story—toward healing, reconnection, and love.
Our guest, Brian Hjort, Founder and Director of Father Founded from Copenhagen, will share with us how he started this journey and helping young street children from the Philippines find their long-lost veteran fathers.
You are not defined by the pain you’ve endured yourstrength, courage, and resilience are what truly make you unstoppable.
No woman deserves to live in fear; you are worthy of love that heals, not love that hurts. Walking away from abuse is not weakness it is the bravest, most powerful step toward the life you deserve. You are not alone, there is a world beyond the pain, filled with hope, healing, and the love you truly deserve. Your worth is not measured by someone else’s mistreatment of you—you are enough, exactly as you are. The moment you choose yourself is the moment your new, fearless, and beautiful life begins. You have the power to break free, to rebuild, and to become the strongest version of yourself. Your story isn’t over, this is just the beginning of a life filled with strength, freedom, and self-love.
Our guest, Sam Morrison, Founder and Community Host of Safe Heart Connections, shares her story and is now on a mission to work with women who are ready to learn how to make themselves a priority. She reminds women that their voice matters, the world needs them and they are loved is a big part of her mission.
After years of feeling uncertain about where they belonged, becoming a teacher helped them discover a deep sense of fulfillment.
Knikki Hernandez, a high school Spanish teacher in Central Virginia with several years of experience working alongside students and teachers to maximize learning gains and academic outcomes, her true purpose in life through teaching and how it transformed her world. Teaching not only gave her the chance to make a difference in others' lives but also helped her grow personally and professionally.
Now, she’s using her experiences to support and inspire others on her own teaching journeys, showing how finding your purpose can not only change your life but also positively impact those around you.
This journey is all about reconnecting with yourself,cultivating self-love and seeing how this shift reflects in every area of your life.
When you nurture your body, it nurtures you back, creating a ripple effect of growth and well-being. Discover the power of truly loving and listening to your body. By tuning into its needs, honoring its signals and embracing its unique rhythm. You open the door to a life of balance, energy and confidence. The simple act of listening closely to what your body is telling you has the power to enhance your well-being, improve your mindset and help you feel more grounded.
Kate Tataryn, a certified Trauma-Informed Yoga Instructor, Somatic Embodiment Coach, and Women's Circle Facilitator empowers women to reconnect with their bodies and their inner wisdom. She helps women rise beyond survival and step into their fullest, untamed selves.
Discover the power of your authentic voice in a world that often tries to silence it. We dive into the journey of self-expression, why it matters, how it shapes your decisions, and the incredible freedom that comes with owning your truth. From setting boundaries to chasing dreams, finding your voice isn’t just about speaking up. It is about living a life that truly feels like your own. Get inspired and learn how your voice can become your greatest strength.
Let's listen to Jacquie Michelle Grillon, an accomplished speaker, teacher and counselor. Her need to excavate her own pain took her on a journey from pain topeace. She is an expert in emotional trauma and abuse with over 20 years speaking and teaching experience.She inspires, motivates and challenges her audience and classes.
Taking care of children and at the same time working is difficult. Most of the time, we need to sacrifice one. But do you think it is possible?
Let us listen to our guest, Amber McCarty who is actually enjoying the benefits of pursuing his purpose, being with her children and at the same time earning to provide for the family.
Discover the art of balancing stay-at-home moms looking to nurture relationships beyond the walls of their home. This uplifting journey explores how engaging with others whether through friendships, online communities, or shared experiences can enrich your life as an individual. Embrace the power of connection, find your purpose, and thrive in every season.
How Can We Raise Smarter and Happier Children? Whenever I ask parents what they want for their children? They always say, they want their children to be smart and happy. Based on my experience, parents are very strict in terms of excelling in academics but they forget about building the self-esteem of their children. Watch my video as I will share the 10 most effective ways to raise smarter and happier children. Much , Cynthia Concordia Dream to Rise
