Rise Up & Fix It presents "Rise & Thrive" with Miz Monday.

SummaryIn this conversation, Stephanie Pollard Scott shares her journey from struggling with self-worth in the job market to becoming a successful entrepreneur. She discusses the systemic barriers that often hinder individuals, particularly from minority backgrounds, and emphasizes the importance of choosing oneself. Stephanie's story highlights the transformative power of entrepreneurship, the significance of self-identity, and the role of community support in achieving success. She also offers practical advice on social media strategies and the importance of embracing one's unique voice and style.Keywordsjob hunting, self-worth, entrepreneurship, resilience, choosing yourself, systemic barriers, confidence, personal growth, social media strategies, empowermentTakeawaysStephanie struggled with self-worth while job hunting.Choosing yourself is a powerful shift in perspective.Confidence impacts self-worth significantly.Systemic barriers often hinder success for minorities.The moment of realization can lead to empowerment.Starting a business requires acknowledging your strengths and weaknesses.Entrepreneurship can transform your self-identity.Orange Blossom Communications focuses on storytelling for fashion professionals.Spirituality can play a role in business success.Social media strategies should include recycling content.

In this episode, Sheela, a powerful sound healer and leadership coach, shares her transformative journey through childhood trauma, anxiety, and depression, and how she reclaimed her life through sound healing and spiritual practice. Discover how vibration, vocal toning, and mindful movement can foster healing, authenticity, and inner peace, no matter where you are on your path.Key Topics Covered:Sheela's personal story of childhood trauma, bullying, and resilienceThe connection between sound, vibration, and cellular healingHow vocal toning and crystal bowls facilitate trauma releaseThe neurobiological and spiritual science behind sound healingPractical ways to start healing: gentle self-touch and breathworkThe cyclical nature of life, movement as meditation, and spiritual traditions like Kundalini and SufismThe importance of authenticity in leadership and healingHow trauma shapes empathy, compassion, and leadership abilitiesSuccess stories of client breakthroughs in confidence and purposeWays to connect with Sheela: website (reinaledership.com) and Instagram (@SoundHealingMedium)Timestamps:00:00 - Introducing Sheela: Sound healer and leadership coach00:20 - How music and sounds shift moods and open pathways to healing01:11 - Sheela’s journey from childhood trauma to spiritual leader03:20 - Overcoming disconnection and childhood abuse04:58 - The spectrum of trauma and growth cycles07:17 - Coping through dissociation and high intelligence08:26 - First experience with suicidal ideation at age 1310:07 - Moving environments transformed Sheela’s life11:07 - The power of mentorship and role models in healing12:30 - Normalizing abuse and the impact on mental health14:45 - Acts of kindness and community outreach for the unhoused16:15 - How sound facilitates cellular regeneration and energy shifts20:19 - The role of mentors in spiritual and personal growth23:01 - Reconnecting with childhood passions via musical theatre24:41 - The anatomical and spiritual connection of voice and body26:13 - Transcendental experiences during sound healing sessions27:23 - How a typical sound healing session unfolds28:56 - Kundalini, cyclical life, and spiritual movement practices34:34 - The importance of movement and dance in meditation35:48 - Recognizing masks and unlocking authenticity during healing36:13 - Why healing is essential for true leadership37:13 - Inspiring client breakthroughs in confidence and purpose38:51 - How to work with Sheela and her offerings40:20 - The simple mind shift: "Everything is okay"41:08 - Integrating love and acceptance into recovery processes42:41 - The influence of social media and conscious boundaries45:02 - Starting points for healing: self-touch and gentle presence46:49 - Final message: permission to slow down, listen inward, and healConnect with Sheela:Website: reinaledership.comInstagram: @SoundHealingMediumIf this episode resonated with you, share with someone who needs to hear this message of healing and transformation!