Shattering Ceilings: Christina Smallwood on Hope, Leadership, and Motherhood

Redefining Balance: Christina Smallwood Shares Her Story of Motherhood, Business & The Empowerment of Authenticity In this special episode of ‘Pushing Forward with Alycia,’ Alycia celebrates March as Women’s History Month and Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month by interviewing Christina Smallwood, a trailblazing entrepreneur and mother. Christina shares her journey from a rebellious pastor’s kid to a successful business leader balancing motherhood and authenticity. She discusses overcoming personal hardships, including infertility and adopting a child with cerebral palsy, and offers insights on resilience, community support, and the importance of forgiving oneself and others. Christina emphasizes the power of sharing one’s story and staying true to oneself, both in personal and professional life. The episode highlights her forthcoming book, ‘Hope in the Hard,’ and her dedication to empowering women to shatter glass ceilings and embrace their superpowers. Essential Lessons at the Heart of This Episode 💥 Shatter Any Glass Ceiling: Embracing the Hot Mess 🛤️ The Personal Challenge: Empowerment through Self-Discovery 🍼 The Adoption Journey: Infertility, Diminished Ovarian Reserves & AMH Levels 🤱 A Conversation on Motherhood: Embracing Unexpected Challenges ❤️ Harnessing the Power of Forgiveness, Community & Gratitude 💪 Hope in the Hard: A Life Mantra for Resilience 🚀 Leadership and Entrepreneurship: Breaking Hard Habits 🌟 Be Uniquely You: The World Needs Your Authentic Self ⚖️ Balancing Personal & Professional: A Future Filled with Possibilities 📖 Owning Your Story: A Call to Action A Quote from Christina "Focusing on what you’re grateful for actually trains your brain to find more things to be grateful for." ~ Christina Smallwood Quick Reference: Episode Highlights 00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alycia 00:30 Meet Christina Smallwood: A Boss Babe Redefining Balance 02:57 Christina’s Journey: From Rebellion to Empowerment 05:46 Adoption and Motherhood: Embracing the Unexpected 08:49 Hope in the Hard: Navigating Life’s Challenges 14:01 The Power of Community and Advocacy 18:59 Empowering the Next Generation 19:15 Navigating the Journey of Parenting 20:33 Building a Successful Business 22:30 Overcoming Personal Challenges 24:02 The Importance of Therapy 25:52 Embracing Leadership 28:43 The Power of Forgiveness 31:40 Promoting the Book and Public Speaking 35:41 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks Connect with Christina Smallwood LinkedIn Profile | Instagram Account | Tik Tok Profile | Facebook Profile | YouTube Channel Follow Up with Alycia: Share Feedback with Alycia About the Podcast | Follow Alycia on Instagram | Connect with Alycia on LinkedIn | Book Alycia for a Speaking Event | Inquire on How Alycia Can Train Your Employees in Disabling Ableism | Buy Alycia’s DEIA Micro Learning Video Series Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices