Woman Up and Be Fierce

In this episode,  Dr. Marina shares how her near-death sky-diving accident  that broke her into 52 pieces has been not only the darkest time of her life but also the most educational and eye-opening time in her profession as a healer. Dr. Marina believes that going through this traumatic event deepened her sense of empathy for her clients, as she has experiences what it is like to be blind, death, mute, bed-bound, bold, and what it is to experience depression, PTSD, anxiety, claustrophobia, and panic attacks.She is extremely grateful to her own experience as a healer, because the practices that she has taught for many years are the same practices that have helped her regain her body functions and healed her psyche without any drugs or substances. Trust me, you do not want to miss this podcast. Be sure to share it with everyone you love.Dr. Marina Kostina, Owner of the Ravenous 4 Life Healing Center in Chicago, IL.She is a hypnotherapist and energy architect specializing in trauma and addictions, as well as a best-selling author and TEDx speaker.You can learn more about Rosa athttps://rosaslink.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/rosa-alejandra/

In this episode we discussed how to keep your femininity even in a male dominated industry in spite of judgment or expectations, as well as discussing how important it is for women in general to be able to have an attorney that actually understands them and can identify with them. Viviana shares that if there was one advice she could give her younger self is to "enjoy the ride". She also says that the myth she would like to bust is "When it comes to the law, there is no such thing as a quick question" (so stop trying to ask a quick question! LOL)Viviana Oropeza, Owner of Attorney in Heels & Founder of The Attorney in Heels Network "a network of fierce professional female attorneys that handle legal matters in all areas of law"You can learn more about Rosa athttps://rosaslink.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/rosa-alejandra/

In this episode learn how Andrea went from victim to victorious after struggling with life long bullying, disrespect, and abuse from peers. Learn how she was moved to get a degree in social work & psychology, and how she ended up becoming a coach, starting her own LLC, and speaking on panels all around the globe. Andrea says that you too can go from Victim to Victorious in all aspects of your life.Andrea Mason: Is a Certified Global Motivational Speaker and Coach Alumna of Les Brown. and  CEO of Press PLAY Plan Life According to You LLC.You can learn more about Rosa athttps://rosaslink.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/rosa-alejandra/

In this episode Marie Elizabeth talks about how she coaches women that are in their midlife years around what they want next and how to shift out of what doesn't fit in their life any longer. Maybe it is that their job is no longer fulfilling to them, or they are empty nesters and are trying to figure out who they are at this stage in life. Overall, this episode was dedicated to empower women to move through life with passion, authenticity, and joy by aligning their conscious and subconscious mind to serve their next season of life. Marie- Elizabeth Mali, owner of Relationship Alchemy LLC is passionate about helping women going through midlife changes get clear on what they want next. She has developed a step-by-step PassionBody Activation System that rebirths women's passion, purpose and joy.You can learn more about Rosa athttps://rosaslink.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/rosa-alejandra/

In this episode, Jaya shares how she inherently thought she was flawed and not good enough due to the messaging she received growing up and being neurodivergent which caused her to play small for decades. She embarked on her own healing journey and finally gave herself permission to follow her dream of becoming well-known, and to help many people with her work.Entrepreneurship is what has paved her pathway to success,  and once she overcame her fears, she dove into delivering her message using video and soon thereafter found that her actual super power was "video marketing". She has now been in business for over 7 years helping her audience and clients create amazing, unique, and authentic brands through the magic of video.Jaya Rose is a messaging and video expert who is committed to helping her students and clients show up authentically and build a one of a kind brand. So they can help as many people as possible with their work, and thrive while enjoying their life.You can learn more about Rosa athttps://rosaslink.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/rosa-alejandra/

In this episode we got to discuss the important role that social media plays in every entrepreneur's life, but that likes and follows are not enough. There is a way to actually make the money you wish with the right marketing plan.Vanessa Cabrera is an award winning social media strategist as well as a consultant and corporate trainer. She knows what it's like to start from zero and with all the financial responsibility on her shoulder. Vanessa shares that once she found herself with no money, no insurance, no job and a baby on the way, she knew she had to figure out how to put her marketing talents to work.  And now after building a very successful marketing coaching business, her mission is to teach and empower other brilliant women how to make serious money doing exactly what they love to do. What they were born to do!You can learn more about Rosa athttps://rosaslink.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/rosa-alejandra/

Listen as Carrie opens up and shares her journey of enduring illness, challenging family conditions, and how she turned it all around into her purpose.Our Guest:Carrie Danny, RISE Vice President & FounderAfter suffering with stage 4 Metastatic Breast Cancer that spread throughout her entire body (including her bones), and constantly being told to stay positive and push through without really being supported or shown how to do exactly that... Carrie realized that there is a huge need for groups that offer the support truly needed at any given time.  So, this coming year Carrie is opening the doors to her non-profit, RISE: Reimagining Inclusive Self Empowerment to offer Self-Care Support Groups and Nature Retreats for Parents, Chronically Ill, and Young Adults at no cost. You can learn more about Rosa athttps://rosaslink.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/rosa-alejandra/

In this episode Roxane shined a light on the options and strategies families can use to start setting up a more secure financial future.Roxane Padilla is a Financial Solutions Strategist, helping families secure their financial future.Roxane is on a  mission to make people feel happy about their finances.  Money and how we save, protect, and grow it can be such a daunting task that it is easier to put it on the back burner.  Some individuals do not have a strategy for their financial future.  This can include not having emergency savings, paying too much in taxes, living paycheck to paycheck, earning low rates of return of their money, and not being properly insured.  I have experienced this not only in my life, but in the lives of those nearest and dearest to me. In most cases, we do not realize the situation we are in until it is too late. You can learn more about Rosa athttps://rosaslink.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/rosa-alejandra/

In this episode we dive deep into what it means to secure the bag and how that can change the trajectory of the woman and her family. Carmen shares with us that witnessing financial abuse at home and her mom's inability to support herself,  created this fire in her that ignited her mission to never depend on a man. Fast forward to 2016 when she found herself being a single mom, broke, maxed out credit cards and in an abusive relationship, She vowed to set her daughter up for financial success. Carmen Rosas is the founder of Carmen Rosas Law, APC. In her career, Carmen witnessed some of her wealthiest clients create wealth so they can pass it on to their kids and their kids’ kids while also living their purpose and making an impact. Now she is dedicated to helping women do the same. She calls it "securing the bag"  through her online courses, private coaching, workshops, and retreats.You can learn more about Rosa athttps://rosaslink.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/rosa-alejandra/

In this episode we went in talking about all things mystic. We talked about personality assessments, shadow work, human design, healing, and how some individuals that delve on the above but lack good guidance can actually get stuck in the translation of such assessment and adopt a persona that was not meant to be.  Ebonie Allard is an AudHD Modern Mystic. Author, Artist and Self Actualization Facilitator. She is a Nervous System Accredited, Award Winning Master Coach focused on using Somatic Awareness and Human Design to help curious, complex, creative and often Neuro-diverse ‘Misfits’ drop the projections and perceptions of who they think they ‘should’ be in order to survive and instead thrive, by being empowered, embodied, and fully expressed.You can learn more about Rosa athttps://rosaslink.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/rosa-alejandra/

In this episode Denise talks about beliefs and limitations parents of college-bound students are held back by and how to overcome them. Starting early is one of the keys.  Denise Thomas is an international best-selling author and a mentor to parents of college-bound teens. Denise went from bankruptcy to finding a way for her two homeschooled children to attend college on 17 scholarships totaling more than $199000 dollars. and now she is on a mission to flip the student debt statistics in the U.S. by educating and equipping parents to take an active role in supporting their children to live a life of financial freedom. You can learn more about Rosa athttps://rosaslink.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/rosa-alejandra/

In this episode we talk about how trauma can and will manifest physically and emotionally in you as the years go by and how powerful play and movement can be to help address tension, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Angie Berrett is the creator of Angie Berrett Movement; a program designed to help people  release stored trauma in their bodies while increasing energy, strength, and flexibility.Being a child abuse survivor, Angie Berret found passion in careers that had to do with taking care of others which included becoming a registered nurse and a yoga instructor, and a trauma-informed intuitive coach.. Now she is helping people heal their pain and transform their lives through her programs and coaching services.You can learn more about Rosa athttps://rosaslink.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/rosa-alejandra/

In this episode TaVona takes us through the journey that led her to start helping other professional women like herself leverage their expertise in order to have more longevity and joy in their career.TaVona Denise, Certified Master Life Coach and Organic Marketing Strategist.TaVona is on a mission to help professional women leverage their degrees and monetize their expertise so that they can become the go to boss in their market. TaVona is the founder of the Thrive Network, the Author of Unstoppable Success, and the voice behind the podcast "Breaking Protocol"When she is not handling business, you can find TaVona singing karaoke or enjoying the beautiful beaches of Mexico (which she currently calls home).You can learn more about Rosa athttps://rosaslink.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/rosa-alejandra/

In this episode, Chandra goes deep into how important it is to invest in yourself as an entrepreneur in order to get the help and guidance you need to stay the course and see your hard vision come to fruition. Chandra Brooks, Founder of The Powerhouse Academy and Powerhouse Women. Chandra comes from a long career in community development and leadership. Running Non profit organizations, writing million dollar grants and sitting on boards and commissions making decisions that affected our community. She gave so much of herself for free and felt unappreciated and like her ideas and talents weren't respected or cultivated. So she decided to go all in and launch her own business with the mission to empower women leaders into full-time entrepreneurship.You can learn more about Rosa athttps://rosaslink.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/rosa-alejandra/

In this episode, we dive into the importance of self-care for health and how to not let your health condition define who you are or how you do life. Karin goes in on busting excuses and giving perspective to stay focused on what matters.Karin Del Maestro is a Health, Transformation & Calmness CoachInspired by her own breast cancer experience, Karin specializes in working with Breast Cancer Survivors, Genetic Mutation Carriers, and Healthy Lifestyle Seekers who readily focus their time and energy on their loved ones, but find it challenging to make time to take care of themselves.My mission: When the world thinks you're "done" with breast cancer, after treatment ends, I know differently and I made a vow that no other woman would feel as isolated as I did, even with an amazing support system. You can learn more about Rosa athttps://rosaslink.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/rosa-alejandra/

As a cancer survivor and autoimmune warrior, Diana has pushed through and is a full on entrepreneur. She has some words of advice and nuggets of wisdom to help our listeners get through to the other side of their goals.Diana Beltran is a dynamic, multi-passionate entrepreneur, always helping women shine and always leaving a lasting impact. She is the founder of Latina Boss Babes networking group, the owner of Beltran's cleaning services, and recently opened her Glam Bar Boutique & Spa in Chicago's NW Suburbs, where self-care shines. She is driven, innovative, and dedicated to uplifting others, and today she is here to share her story, experiences, and wisdom to uplift you.You can learn more about Rosa athttps://rosaslink.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/rosa-alejandra/

In this episode we welcome you to the inauguration of The Woman Up and Be Fierce podcast, where you'll find the strength, wisdom, and community to unlock your greatness!"  Meet your host and hear her story. Her passion and determination to guide women in their self-development journey will keep you coming back for more. We hope you enjoy and gain much wisdom from each and everyone of her guests.You can learn more about Rosa athttps://rosaslink.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/rosa-alejandra/