#154 | How Alisha Fernandez Miranda Found Joy & Transformation by Embracing Resilience

This week on The Kintsugi Podcast, we dive into a conversation filled with inspiration and adventure with Alisha Fernandez Miranda. Alisha's journey is a testament to the power of reinvention and the courage to pursue one's passions, no matter where you are in life. From being a high-achieving professional to exploring new paths through a series of transformative internships, Alisha's story is about embracing change, facing fears, and finding joy in unexpected places.Alisha, a huge Gilmore Girls fan, decided to make a significant life and career shift just before the pandemic. She embarked on a series of internships in fields she was passionate about, including theater, fitness, art, and hospitality. Her experiences highlight that it’s never too late to follow your dreams and that we all have the strength to do hard things.Key Topics: The physical and emotional challenges of working in theater The journey of rediscovery and personal growth during a career shiftThe impact of the pandemic on Alisha's plans and how she adaptedInsights into the fitness, art, and hospitality industries through Alisha’s internshipsThe importance of community and support in navigating life changesEmbracing a beginner's mindset and the joy of learning new thingsTimestamped Highlights:10:18 Discussing the courage to pursue dreams later in life and Alisha's love for Gilmore Girls.14:05 Alisha's personal story of transitioning from a successful corporate career to internships in various fields.26:03 The importance of living authentically and finding joy in your work.36:45 Insights from Alisha's internships and how they influenced her understanding of different industries.50:54 The role of community and support in Alisha's journey.58:47 Alisha's reflections on change and sustaining the lessons learned from her experiences.Resources Mentioned:Alisha Fernandez Miranda’s website: Alicia F. MirandaAlisha’s book: My What If YearLearn more about Alicia's next book, Unrestricted Giving, coming soonConnect with Alicia on InstagramPause Breathe Reflect AppIf this episode sparked something within you, please download it and share it with a friend. Discover how to scroll less and live more by taking my Free Smartphone Wellness Audit by clicking phone.Did you know that stickers are wonderful visual cues to help you create healthy habits? You can get one of my free Pause Breathe Reflect sticker by clicking sticker.To discover more and sign up for My RIPPLE EFFECT newsletter by clicking Ripple Effect.We can also connect on LinkedIn.Subscribe to be sure you don’t miss any of the micro-meditations, wellness tips, and guidance that I publish every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7:11 am. Thanks for being here! I appreciate you! Let's celebrate our scars as golden symbols of resilience and strength. My name is Michael I help people prevent a bad moment from turning into a bad day and heal, growth and develop more resilience. I'm not a doctor or therapist. But I have been through the “ringer” as they say. I was involved in a cycling accident that my trauma team doesn’t know how I survived. Along the way, I’ve tried it all to heal and in this podcast, I share what I’ve learn in hopes that something might help you. Plus, I want to create a connection with you so you’re not alone in your journey. We’ve got this!If you feel you need more mental health support, please contact NAMI. This is a good place to start. If you have a question or comment, please reach out to [email protected]. With Whole Again: Small Steps to Healing, Growth, and Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, listeners explore resilience through personal stories of trauma, scars, and injury, while learning to overcome imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and perfectionism with self-compassion, self-love, and self-worth. Through insightful discussions on stress management, mindfulness practices, and digital wellness, the show offers practical tools like breathwork, grounding techniques, visualization, and daily affirmations for anxiety relief and stress relief. Inspired by the art of kintsugi, the podcast embraces healing as a process of transformation, encouraging a shift in perspective from worry and overwhelm to gratitude and personal growth. By exploring the mind-body connection, micro-dosing strategies for emotional well-being, and holistic approaches to self-care, this podcast empowers listeners to cultivate emotional resilience and live with greater balance and intention.