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Write To Rise Collective
by Leslie Wall
A podcast that brings together diverse voices in writing, coaching, and healing, showing how sharing your story can be the medicine for personal and collective transformation. lesliewallwritetorise.substack.com
Episodes
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The Quiet Soaring of Kathleen Ahern
Here you go — keeping it in the thread as requested: A Write To Rise conversation Kathleen has been in my world for about a year and a half. We talked back then about her wanting a podcast. We talked about her writing. We talked about all the things she was carrying inside her that hadn’t yet…
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From Nurse to Author
A Write To Rise conversation with nurse coach and author Darcy Ziel A year and a half ago, Darcie came into my program with a dream. She was already an established nurse coach with more than twenty years of nursing behind her, but she carried a book inside her that had been brewing for years. She...
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The Book You're Afraid to Write Is Probably the One You're Supposed to Write
A Write To Rise reflection There’s a particular kind of full-circle moment that happens when one of the women you’ve been guiding through her book sits you down on her own platform and starts asking you the questions. That’s what happened this week. Magali Mathieu — a brilliant business coach…
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Escaping the Digital Noise
We are living in a zero trust market — everyone’s selling something, and buyers are exhausted. From self‑help “gurus” with no credentials to the endless scroll of AI‑generated fluff, people are craving something very few businesses offer anymore: connection. In this episode of Write to Rise...
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The Key Is Aloha: A Wake-Up Call for a Divided America
In this heart-opening solo episode, Leslie shares a powerful personal reflection on the state of America — and a timeless Hawaiian truth that may hold the key to healing our divided nation. Drawing on the wisdom of Aunty Pilahi Paki and Hawaiʻi's legal definition of the "Aloha Spirit," Leslie...
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Write It Into Being: A Summer Solstice Ritual for Reclaiming Your Light
In this sacred solstice episode, Leslie A. Wall guides you through a powerful reflection on the light within — and how writing by hand can become a ritual of remembrance, healing, and rebirth. Rooted in both spiritual wisdom and scientific research, this episode explores the somatic, emotional…
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Embracing The Power Of the Pivot
In this inspiring episode of the Write To Rise Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Michelle RosaBarz—mom, medical professional turned entrepreneur, and now, aspiring author. Michelle opens up about her journey of resilience and reinvention, sharing the powerful story behind her upcoming book,...
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Sales With Soul: Reclaiming Worth, Voice & Visibility with Elizabeth Muñoz
In this powerful and heart-opening episode of the Write to Rise Collective, Leslie sits down with soul-led business mentor Elizabeth Muñoz, the creator of Sales With Soul™. Together, they dive deep into what it really means to stop hustling for your worth—and start receiving from your sacred…
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Medical Meets Mystical: Thriving Through Perimenopause with Plant Medicine & Mind-Body Wisdom
In this soul-stirring episode of Write To Rise Collective, I sit down with the radiant Anna Desmarais—RN, RD, integrative healer, and the visionary voice behind the upcoming book Medical Meets Mystical: Evidence-Based Woo Woo for Mind-Body Health. Together, we unpack what it really takes for…
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The Weight of It All: Nervous System Healing & Unshakable Faith with Lauren Gary
In this powerful episode of Write to Rise Collective, I sit down with the incredible Lauren Gary—nurse practitioner, wellness coach, and founder of Lauren Gary Wellness. We explore the deep connection between our fast-paced lives, dysregulated nervous systems, and the stubborn weight many of us...
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Healing Through the Leaf
On this week’s episode of Write To Rise, I’m joined by the extraordinary Odilia Underwood — a holistic nurse coach who’s redefining what it means to heal. After being diagnosed with lupus and navigating the confines of conventional medicine, Odilia took her healing into her own hands. Through...
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From Hustle to Harmony: Scaling with Simplicity + Soul
This week, I’m joined by the brilliant and wildly relatable Nicole Roufs — Business Strategist, Podcast Host, and soul-led biz mentor on a mission to help women build businesses they actually love (without burning out in the process 🔥➡️💧). Nicole is the founder of Olive & Oak Business…
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You survived the pandemic. Now it’s time to process it
Dear nurse who held the line when the world fell apart, You’ve carried so much. You’ve witnessed the unimaginable. And maybe you’ve never fully had the space to breathe it out. I created a FREE 6-week writing and healing journey just for YOU. ✨ Write to Heal is a storytelling circle for nurses…
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Write to Rise Podcast – Episode: Courageous Compassion with Alicia Thompson
In this powerful episode of Write to Rise, I sit down with Alicia Thompson, the first published author under Ho'ala Publishing House, to talk about her transformational book, Courageous Compassion. Alicia shares her deeply moving journey of healing, awakening, and stepping into authorship with...
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Finding Your Voice in Overwhelming Times
Welcome back to another episode of Write to Rise with Leslie Wall. I'm your host, Leslie Wall, and today we’re diving into a topic that’s incredibly close to my heart. Right now, it feels like the world is spinning faster than ever, and many of us are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and unsure of...
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From Dream to Reality
In today’s special episode of Write to Rise, we’re celebrating the incredible journey of Alicia, the author of Courageous Compassion, who achieved her lifelong dream of becoming a published author just in time for her 50th birthday! 🎉 Join me as we explore Alicia’s journey from self-doubt to...
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Burning Bridges to Rise: The Freedom to Live Your Dream Life
In this powerful episode of Write TO Rise, Leslie shares a thought-provoking theory that’s close to her heart: Sometimes, we need to burn the bridges that bind us in order to step into the life we’ve always dreamed of. Through a deeply personal poem, Leslie unpacks the concept of “burning...
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Call Her to You: Answering the Soul’s Call to Write Your Story
In today’s episode of Write to Rise Collective, we’re diving deep into the call that lives within all of us—the call to write our story, speak our truth, and face the parts of ourselves we’ve been avoiding. Writing isn’t just about crafting words; it’s a path to healing, transformation, and…
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Embracing Your Impact
In this episode of Write to Rise, we dive deep into a topic that every entrepreneur faces at some point: feeling unseen and unheard. In today’s noisy world of digital influencers and constant comparisons, it’s easy to wonder if we’re truly making an impact. But what if I told you that your work…
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Introducing: Ho'ala Publishing
Today, me and my squeaky chair are going to tell you all about Ho'ala Publishing, the new publishing house that I’ve launched with a mission to help YOU turn your ideas, your mission, and your message into a published work that resonates with your audience and aligns with your values. Who We Are:...
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Stop Scrolling, Start Living: The Unplugged Episode
In this episode of Write to Rise, we’re diving into the digital madness that is social media—and why it’s time to hit pause on the scroll. Your host, Leslie, gets real about the toxic comparison game, the dopamine addiction, and the unseen cost of spending hours online. Spoiler alert: it’s not...
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From Content Overload to Business Growth
In this season, we're focusing on how YOU can create a business-building book in less than 90 days by repurposing the content you've already created—think blogs, emails, podcast scripts, and workshops—into a powerful, evergreen product that attracts clients and positions you as an authority. 🎙️…
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I Hate to Tell You, But Your Healing Journey Doesn’t Have a Timeline—So Tuck In for the Long Haul
In this episode of Write to Rise, we dive into the hard truth that your healing and growth journey doesn’t have a finish line—and that’s exactly how it’s meant to be. If you’ve been waiting for that magical moment when you’re “done” or if you feel stuck in an endless loop of change, you’re not...
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One Foot In And One Foot Back
In today’s episode of Write to Rise, Leslie takes you on a personal journey of transformation, sharing the pivotal moment when she stopped living with "one foot in" her old life and "one foot back" in her dream. Drawing inspiration from The Avett Brothers' song "I and Love and You," Leslie…
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Podcast Episode Description: "Fk The Algorithms: The Social Media Escape Plan"**
Tired of the endless social media grind? So am I. In this episode of Write To Rise, I’m sharing why I’m stepping off the hamster wheel for good and ditching social media. That’s right—Fk the algorithm! As a newly launched writing coach, I tried to hustle my way through the social media maze, but…
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🎙️Why I Share Both My Holistic Wellness & Writing Businesses ✨
In this heartfelt episode of the Write To Rise Collective podcast, we explore a question I get asked often: "Why do you promote both your holistic wellness and writing businesses in the same space?" As a holistic nurse and a writing coach, I’ve come to realize that these two passions aren’t...
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Rethinking New Year's Resolutions with the Golden Ratio
As we approach the New Year, many of us are setting ambitious goals—whether it’s launching a business, writing a book, improving our health, or creating meaningful relationships. But let’s be real, we’ve all made resolutions that fizzle out within weeks. So, how do we break free from the cycle of...
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Rise Above
In this powerful episode of Write To Rise, we’re diving deep into a topic that’s close to my heart: competition—and why it’s time for women to stop fighting against each other and start rising together. From childhood experiences of being left out to navigating a competitive healthcare system, I...
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From Burnout to Balance
In this episode, I’m opening up about my personal journey from the high-stress world of cardiac emergency medicine to becoming a holistic nurse coach and entrepreneur. It wasn’t an easy transition, and it certainly didn’t happen overnight. But the decision to step away from the hospital was…
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Shining Light Through the Darkness:
In this episode of Write to Rise we’re diving deep into the effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)—why the lack of light and the colder months can bring on feelings of depression, anxiety, and fatigue. Whether you’re struggling with the seasonal blues, battling emotional triggers from the...
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Embracing the Winter Solstice - Rest, Reflect, and Reset
In this first episode of the Write to Rise Collective, join host Leslie Wall as we dive into the powerful energy of the Winter Solstice—the longest night and the turning point of the year. Drawing from her personal experience living in Alaska, Leslie shares how she learned to honor the seasons of...
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Building in the Shadows: The Power of Perseverance and Passion
In this episode of Burn That Bridge, we dive into the messy, gritty, and raw truth about what it really takes to make your dreams happen. Forget about the “overnight success” story—greatness is built in the shadows. From 100 “no’s” to 1,000 failures, we’re talking about the real work behind the...
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Writing a Book as an Entrepreneur:
In this episode of Burn That Bridge, we explore how writing a book can be the unexpected catalyst for personal growth, healing, and transformation—especially for entrepreneurs. While many see a book as a business tool, we dive deeper into how the process of writing can push you to confront your...
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Burn That Bridge: Overcoming Overwhelm, Imposter Syndrome, and Reclaiming Your Power
Are you tired of feeling like you're drowning in overwhelm? Struggling with stress, self-doubt, or burnout that leaves you questioning your worth and your ability to show up for your dreams? You’re not alone. In this episode of Burn That Bridge, I’m diving deep into the toxic cycle of overwhelm…
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Introduction to the C.A.R.E. Formula
In this episode, Leslie breaks down her C.A.R.E. Formula which is a four-step process that helps you create authentic, engaging content that connects with your audience on a deep level. The formula stands for: * C = Context: Setting the stage by identifying your audience’s pain points or desires.…
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Unlock Your Voice: The Healing Power of Storytelling and How to Share Yours
In this episode of Write to Rise, host Leslie shares a deeply personal story of how writing, storytelling, and healing practices helped women at a battered women’s home reclaim their voices and transform their lives. Leslie discusses the power of storytelling in overcoming trauma, healing from...
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The Ultimate Act of Rebellion
In this episode of Burn That Bridge, we explore what it truly means to rebel—not against the world, but against the forces within us that keep us from living authentically. The ultimate act of rebellion, we believe, is not about fighting the system, but about surrendering to your highest truth…
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Be, Do, Have: The Power of Surrender and Inspired Action
In this episode of Burn That Bridge, we dive deep into the transformative spiritual principle of Be, Do, Have, a simple yet powerful formula that can change the course of your life. Hosted by Leslie, this episode explores how aligning with your true self—being the person you want to become—sets…
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You're Gonna Be Ok: Rising Through the Darkness
Life can feel incredibly heavy at times. We all go through those moments when the weight of the world feels too much to carry, when the darkness feels like it’s swallowing us whole. But here’s the thing: You’re gonna be OK. In this episode, I’m diving deep into the tough moments we all face—the...
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Together We Rise
I stepped away from bedside nursing for good. It was literally killing me. 4 years ago, after being a cardiac critical care nurse and working 80 hour weeks, on emergency call and completely worn down and burned out, my body decided it had enough and went into all systems failure. I had a nervous...
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Unlocking Potential: Why every woman Entrepreneur Should Write a Book
In this episode of Burn that Bridge, (soon to be renamed Together We Rise!), we are celebrating the journey of female entrepreneurship and explore the strategies that empower us to thrive in our businesses. I’m your host, Leslie Wall and today we are tackling the topic that can truly elevate your...
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Sewing Seeds, Staying Rooted, and Reaping Your Harvest
Welcome to "Burn That Bridge," a transformative podcast hosted by Leslie Wall, CEO of Ho'ala Restorative Wellness, broadcasting from the stunning shores of Oahu, Hawaii. Each episode invites you on a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and healing. Join Leslie as she explores the profound…
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Trust. Believe. Recieve
In this transformative episode of Burn that Bridge: From Ruins to Resilience, Join Leslie as we explore the empowering concept of burning down your old life to create space for the new. Discover how to trust your intuition and embrace the messiness of change as you navigate life’s transitions....
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You Can't Rush Your Healing
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Becoming the Lighthouse: Guiding Yourself and Others
Aloha Y’all. I have been diving deeper into stillness as the weather is changing and the Fall season is in full swing. I’m allowing parts of myself that are no longer serving me, to fall away. Old beliefs, old patterns, old ways of being, anything no longer serving me. I’m allowing space to just…
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Welcome to Burn That Bridge: From Ruins to Resilience
If standing up for yourself burns a bridge, I have matches. We ride at Dawn! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lesliewallwritetorise.substack.com/subscribe
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🌙✨ Unlock Your Inner Healer this October! ✨🌙
Join us on this week’s episode of Burn That Bridge, where we dive into the magical world of holistic healing! Discover how to tap into your natural healing abilities through: * 🌈 Energy Medicine: Learn to balance your inner energy for greater well-being. * ✨ Intention Setting: Find out how your...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A podcast that brings together diverse voices in writing, coaching, and healing, showing how sharing your story can be the medicine for personal and collective transformation.
lesliewallwritetorise.substack.com
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Leslie Wall
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