Being Aligned with Your True Self - Rooted2Thrive Ep. 61

Rooted2Thrive Podcast: Conversations That Elevate Our HumanityEpisode Title: Being Aligned with Your True SelfSeason 7, Episode 61Host: Rochelle Peterson-AnsariOverview: In this episode, host Rochelle Peterson-Ansari sits down with Chaniera Stewart to explore what it means to step beyond societal expectations and into who you really are. Chaniera shares her powerful journey of overcoming childhood colorism, moving past the exhaustion of people-pleasing, and transitioning from a corporate employee to a thriving serial entrepreneur. By embracing healing, obedience, and faith, Chaniera reveals how our deepest pains can transform into our greatest purpose, offering listeners an inspiring roadmap to self-love and authentic alignment.Topics discussed:Finding Identity Beyond Labels: Chaniera shares how losing her corporate job pushed her to discover her true passions and build multiple businesses, including a travel agency.Overcoming Colorism and People-Pleasing: Chaniera opens up about the impact of childhood colorism on her self-esteem and how healing her identity in God helped her stop trying to fit in and seek validation from others.Healing and Intentional Parenting: By turning to gentle parenting for her son, Chaniera was forced to confront her own childhood trauma, which ultimately inspired her award-winning book, Sink or Swim.The Power of Obedience and Faith: Initially reluctant to start a podcast or write multiple books, Chaniera discusses how yielding to God's timing aligned her with her calling.Maintaining Alignment and Grace: Emphasizing that staying aligned is an ongoing daily practice, Chaniera highlights the importance of recognizing negative patterns and giving yourself grace when you make mistakes.Guest:Chaniera Stewart Host of the Uncommon Women podcast, four-time author, travel agent, and community event plannerFacebook & Instagram: Uncommon Women PodcastYouTube: Uncommon Women PodcastWebsites: Uncommonwomen.net queenchaniera.com Check out more content and ways to connect with us:➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/perceptions/➡️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perceptionsunlimited➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perceptionsunlimited/➡️ Email: [email protected] ➡️ Website: www.perceptionsunltd.comPlease feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below!Thank you for tuning into Rooted2Thrive: Conversations That Elevate Our Humanity!