PURPOSE FINDER PODCAST

What does it really take to live out your purpose? Is simply knowing your “why” enough—or is it about those daily choices and subtle mindset shifts that shape your entire journey? In this episode, I’m sitting down with someone incredibly special to me—one of my personal coaches, John Israel, also known as “Mr. Thank You.” John isn’t just a successful business owner and keynote speaker; he’s on a mission to elevate the level of gratitude on the planet. But his path to purpose wasn’t always clear-cut. We dive into his unconventional journey—from feeling overwhelmed in a high-pressure sales job to launching a gifting agency, and ultimately discovering his deeper calling through the power of gratitude. John opens up about pivotal moments in his life, like how his father’s illness pushed him to grow up fast and sparked his entrepreneurial drive, and how committing to writing five handwritten thank you cards a day for an entire year completely transformed his life. We talk about what it really means to find the “gift” in life’s most difficult moments, how gratitude became his superpower, and how he’s built multiple income streams while staying aligned with his values. This conversation also gets into the importance of having the right mentors and coaches, the realities of making major life pivots (yes, including the financial ups and downs!), and the moments that shaped both of our growth journeys. You'll even hear the story of how John started writing thank you notes to airline pilots—and the surprising ripple effect of that simple gesture. Timestamps: 00:00 Honoring John's Impactful Coaching 07:44 Building Impactful Keynote Business 10:29 Seeking a Mentor and Guide 16:51 Faith and Career Challenge 24:00 Discovering Purpose Through Silence 27:31 Purpose Through Struggles 33:00 Pessimism: Illusion of Safety 37:46 The Appreciation Principle's Power 44:19 The Art of Meaningful Conversations 48:56 Embodiment: Key to Global Impact 55:30 Epitome of a Supportive Wife 01:03:42 Living Your Purpose Daily #CharisaMunroe #PurposeFinderPodcast #JohnIsrael #MrThankYou #LiveWithPurpose #MeaningFulfillmentSignificance #PurposeDrivenLife #GratitudePractice #PurposeJourney #FindYourWhy #LegacyBuilding #PersonalGrowth #FaithDriven #TransformationalLiving #EmpoweredLiving #CoachableMindset #PurposeInBusiness #ImpactAndInfluence #LivingYourMission #ThankYouProject About the Guest John Israel is the founder and Chief Gratitude Officer of Mr. Thank You, a consulting firm and social-impact movement based in Plano, Texas. The firm specializes in assisting both individuals and organizations to build enduring client and employee relationships through purposeful, thoughtful gestures and corporate gifting. In 2016, John launched The Mr. Thank You Project, a personal challenge during which he committed to writing five handwritten thank-you cards every single day for an entire year—totaling 1,825 expressions of gratitude. This daily habit sparked a global movement, gaining significant media attention and inspiring organizations and individuals worldwide to embrace a culture of appreciation. John has since become a nationally acclaimed motivational speaker and corporate coach, featured by major media outlets such as ABC News, Fox News, and Good Morning America. He also has delivered keynote presentations and workshops for global brands like Square, ReMax, Fairway Mortgage, and various industry events, where he shares his transformative gratitude methodology . Through his work—spanning consulting, speaking engagements, and media outreach—John’s mission is clear: to elevate the global level of gratitude. By helping people and organizations integrate authentic thank-you practices into their daily lives, he encourages deeper connections, improved loyalty, and heightened emotional intelligence Visit his website: mrthankyou.com Follow him on IG @the.john.israel Grab his Book: https://www.amazon.com/Mr-Thank-You-Project-Planet-One/dp/0997128321    Follow Charisa on Social Media @charisamunroe1  Check our website www.charisamunroe.com Join our Purpose Finder Facebook Community Subscribe to Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisaMunroe1   What’s next…? Set sail on a journey of purpose and leadership—Pave the Path Women’s Retreat 2025 is calling! 🚀 Spots are limited, and the EARLY BIRD SPECIAL is on now! Don’t miss your chance to lock it in. SIGN UP HERE Discover your calling! Download the Purpose Finder Formula and take the first step today: YOUR PURPOSE IS WAITING!   Help Us Grow the Purpose Finder Community If today’s episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear these powerful purpose stories! Spread the word by sending this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use some motivation and direction. Let’s build a community of purpose-driven individuals together, supporting each other with life-changing insights and inspiring conversations!   Love what you’re hearing? We’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review! Your thoughts help others discover the Purpose Finder Podcast, and your support helps us continue bringing impactful stories to our community.

What does it really look like to walk with God when the spotlight is on you?  When your life, marriage, and faith are on display for the world to see, staying true to your calling takes courage and surrender. In this powerful episode, Rebecca King-Crews, actress, singer, pastor, and wife of Terry Crews, opens up about walking through public pain, private battles, and the process of letting God rebuild her from the inside out. Through seasons of betrayal, healing, and redemption, Rebecca shares how faith, forgiveness, and obedience became the foundation for her transformation and how she learned that true success is not about fame or image but about becoming who God called you to be. “Forgiveness is for your healing. Reconciliation takes two willing people.” Her story shows that no matter how public the pain or how deep the breaking, God’s restoration runs deeper. This conversation invites you to see your own journey through the eyes of faith, healing, and becoming who you were always meant to be. Timestamps: 00:00 Journey to Calling and Entrepreneurship 07:09 Terry's Journey to White Chicks 11:55 Hollywood: Temptations and Realities 18:11 Compassion Over Criticism 21:48 Acting as Ministry and Morality 32:51 Empowering Women Through Faith 40:01 Ordination and Redemption Journey 44:12 The Challenge of Forgiveness 51:43 Father's Apologies and Struggles 55:19 Lessons in Forgiveness and Purpose 58:44 Life-Changing Breakthroughs Unveiled #ThePurposeFinderPodcast #CharisaMunroe #RebeccaKingCrews #FaithInAction #WalkingWithGod #FaithAndHealing #ForgivenessJourney #MarriageRestoration #GodsTiming #PurposeOverPopularity #HealingInTheSpotlight #DivineRedemption #GraceInTheProcess #PurposeDrivenLife #WomenOfFaith #LetGoLetGod #TransformationStory #FaithBasedLeadership #SpiritualGrowthJourney About the Guest Rebecca King-Crews is a multi-faceted leader, artist, entrepreneur, and minister. Based in Los Angeles, she is currently launching a ministry, one she believes will eventually become a planted church, to reach a new generation through digital media, music, teaching, and prophecy. Her journey into ministry began after she felt a clear, persistent call from God to “start a church.” Before embracing her calling as a pastor and apostle, Rebecca spent years as a worship pastor and is deeply active in both faith-based and creative endeavors. She is the founder of Rebecca Crews LLC, a beauty and fashion business with its flagship store in Pasadena, California, which she started at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Rebecca is also known as the wife of actor and entertainer Terry Crews. Together, they have navigated the highs and lows of NFL careers, Hollywood, and family life, raising five children and one grandchild. Rebecca describes herself as the backbone of her family, supporting and managing the complex and dynamic world of entertainment while remaining grounded in her values and faith. Follow Charisa on Social Media @charisamunroe1  Check our website www.charisamunroe.com Join our Purpose Finder Facebook Community Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisaMunroe1 Discover your calling! Download the Purpose Finder Formula and take the first step today: YOUR PURPOSE IS WAITING!   Help Us Grow the Purpose Finder Community If today’s episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear these powerful purpose stories! Spread the word by sending this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use some motivation and direction. Let’s build a community of purpose-driven individuals together, supporting each other with life-changing insights and inspiring conversations!   Love what you’re hearing? We’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review! Your thoughts help others discover the Purpose Finder Podcast, and your support helps us continue bringing impactful stories to our community.  

What if the version of success you’ve been chasing was never actually yours to begin with? That question hit me hard—and it’s exactly where we begin in this deeply personal, powerful episode of the Purpose Finder Podcast. I had the absolute honor of sitting down with Elyse Archer, the incredible coach, speaker, and founder of She Sells, for a conversation that felt more like a soul check than an interview. We talked about what it really means to wake up to your life, peel back the layers of expectation, and ask yourself the brave question: Is this even what I want? Elyse shares her story with such raw grace—especially when opening up about the end of her first marriage. She doesn’t speak from bitterness, but from a place of deep self-awareness. Listening to her describe how that season reflected an inner disconnect really made me reflect on my own life. She said something that stuck with me: “It’s not about the food. It’s not about the job. It’s your soul trying to tell you something.” Whew. That one line alone is worth hitting replay. We talk about how grief, anxiety, or even feeling stuck can actually be divine messages—clues that something in you is ready to heal, shift, or grow. What I loved most about our time together was how Elyse challenged the old story that women have to choose between success and presence. She’s a mom, a wife, a CEO—and yet she’s building her life and business from a place of softness, authenticity, and alignment. It’s not just about what she’s doing—it’s about who she’s becoming while she does it. And I think that’s the heart of this whole episode. If you’ve been hustling for a version of success that doesn’t actually feel like you, this is your permission slip to pause, reassess, and realign. Because the most powerful thing you can build isn’t just a career—it’s a life that feels like home. Timestamps: 00:00 Southern Soul in Snowy Maine 09:34 Transformative Sales Identity Framework 11:33 Authentic Sales and Personal Purpose 19:43 Self-Worth and Wealth Alignment 25:24 Parental Expectations and Self-Discovery 26:27 Purpose Evolves Over Time 31:51 Self-Love and Liberation Journey 39:17 Overcoming Money Limiting Beliefs 45:00 Energy, Self-Belief, and Attraction 48:18 Personal Growth Fuels Business Success 57:19 Balancing Purpose, Family, and Ambition 01:00:41 Quantum Sales Growth Training 01:05:05 Discover Your Purpose #CharisaMunroe #PurposeFinderPodcast #relationships #LiveOnPurpose #FindYourWhy #Lifeafterdivorce #Inspiration #Transformation #Success #desires #Trustyourself #Purpose #PersonalDevelopment #WomenInBusiness #SalesLeadership #Entrepreneurship #SelfWorth #GrowthMindset #LifeLessons  About the Guest Elyse Archer is the founder of the Superhuman Selling and She Sells movements, which empower entrepreneurs and sales professionals to revolutionize how they sell, explode their income and achieve quantum leaps in all areas of life. A Salesforce Top Influencer and a thought leader whose insights have been featured in major media including Forbes and Inc, Elyse is passionate about empowering her clients to sell in a way that leverages their natural gifts, and helps them build wealth along the way. She is an international keynote speaker and host of She Sells Radio, where she shares best practices from female entrepreneurs and sales professionals who have accomplished extraordinary goals. Prior to founding She Sells, Elyse served as a Partner in an 8-figure international sales coaching organization, where she helped sales professionals achieve their goals. Outside of She Sells Elyse is also a founding team member of Brand Builders Group, a personal branding strategy firm. Her client list includes New York Times bestselling authors, top 100 podcast hosts, and 8 figure entrepreneurs, as well as leaders who are earlier in their journey and committed to scaling their influence, impact and income. Visit her website: www.elysearcher.com  Listen to her podcast: @ElyseArcher Follow Charisa on Social Media @charisamunroe1  Check our website www.charisamunroe.com Join our Purpose Finder Facebook Community Subscribe to Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisaMunroe1   What’s next…? Set sail on a journey of purpose and leadership—Pave the Path Women’s Retreat 2025 is calling! 🚀 Spots are limited, and the EARLY BIRD SPECIAL is on now! Don’t miss your chance to lock it in. SIGN UP HERE Discover your calling! Download the Purpose Finder Formula and take the first step today: YOUR PURPOSE IS WAITING!   Help Us Grow the Purpose Finder Community If today’s episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear these powerful purpose stories! Spread the word by sending this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use some motivation and direction. Let’s build a community of purpose-driven individuals together, supporting each other with life-changing insights and inspiring conversations! Love what you’re hearing? We’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review! Your thoughts help others discover the Purpose Finder Podcast, and your support helps us continue bringing impactful stories to our community.

Have you ever realized that the only thing standing between you and your next level is the way you think? In this episode of the Purpose Finder Podcast, I get to sit down with the amazing Loren Hicks, the powerhouse behind Michigan Fashion Week. We talk about what it really looks like to break free from old ways of thinking and step into a new mindset. Loren’s journey is so real as she shares how choosing excellence, whether in fashion or leadership, meant constantly learning, pushing through challenges, and staying resilient. She also gets personal about loss, how it shaped her view of generosity, and the powerful shift she made from holding back to living as a giver. This is one of those conversations that will make you pause and check your own mindset. What do you need to let go of? What new way of thinking will help you step into the next level of your purpose? If you’ve been waiting for a push to think bigger and live bolder—this is it. Timestamps: 04:46 Building Confidence, Beyond Fashion 08:38 Family-Centric Business Approach 10:50 Balancing Motherhood and Career 14:01 Prioritizing Self-Care for Moms 18:03 Harmonizing Life's Chosen Identities 21:43 Embrace Your New Self 23:34 Motherhood and Body Acceptance Journey 27:32 Social Media Boundaries for Business 31:26 Empowerment and Overflow 33:30 Boldness and Fashion Dilemmas 39:15 Unwavering Commitment to Purpose 40:12 Aligning with Personal Values 44:32 Pursue Excellence Relentlessly 47:32 Coping with Loss and Aging Parents 51:11 Embracing Generosity with Parenthood 53:31 Purpose: The Quest Gets Tougher 57:50 Detroit Fashion Event Invitation #PurposeFinderPodcast #CharisaMunroe #MindsetShift #LevelUp #PurposeDriven #GrowthMindset #Excellence #Resilience #Generosity #FaithInAction #ThinkBigger #LiveBolder #PurposeFinderPodcast #Leadership #PersonalDevelopment #WomenInBusiness #FaithDriven #KingdomPurpose #CourageToGrow #InspirationDaily #NextLevelLiving #ImpactfulLeadership About the Guest Loren "LOJO" Hicks is a clothing designer & the Founder of Michigan Fashion Week, Loren has an extensive fashion background that ranges from fashion publications to modeling and styling for top photographers across the world! Born and raised in the Detroit area, LOJO is known for her keen eye for fashion and her love for making all her clients look good. Although LOJO holds a bachelor's degree in Statistics from Grand Valley State University, she has chosen to make fashion design her main focus in life. LOJO has had extensive training in sewing and designing, and although she’s young, her desire is to one day pass what she has learned to the next generation. Currently based out of Metro-Detroit, MI, LOJO has been busy working with her clients as well as many projects, including Michigan Fashion Week. LOJO, an award winning businesswoman and fashion designer, which includes CRAIN's Detroit Business, Michigan Chronicle as well as her designs featured at the Detroit Institutes of Arts. LOJO also has the passion to help everybody succeed. If you have a dream of owning your own boutique, start a fashion styling business, be a fashion designer, she has studied the business and has learned the keys and components for a successful organization. LOJO has been seen on Bravo's Say Yes to The Dress. Loren is a wife, and mother of two young girls.   Know more about Loren: https://lorendhicks.com/ Follow her on IG:  @MiFashionWeek and @LaurenDHicks   Follow Charisa on Social Media @charisamunroe1  Check our website www.charisamunroe.com Join our Purpose Finder Facebook Community Subscribe to Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisaMunroe1   What’s next…? We’re just a few weeks away from setting sail on a journey of purpose and leadership—Pave the Path Women’s Retreat 2025 is calling! 🚀 Spots are limited. If you’re interested, reply to this email—you never know, there just might be an extra discount waiting for you! I'M READY TO SAIL! Discover your calling! Download the Purpose Finder Formula and take the first step today: YOUR PURPOSE IS WAITING!   Help Us Grow the Purpose Finder Community If today’s episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear these powerful purpose stories! Spread the word by sending this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use some motivation and direction. Let’s build a community of purpose-driven individuals together, supporting each other with life-changing insights and inspiring conversations!   Love what you’re hearing? We’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review! Your thoughts help others discover the Purpose Finder Podcast, and your support helps us continue bringing impactful stories to our community.  

There’s a moment in every conversation where someone says something that makes you stop… and lean in a little closer. Today’s episode has a lot of those moments. Because when my guest said, “In the preparation, there was hurt. And even after all the preparation… there were still ten years of pain,” that’s when I knew this wasn’t just another story about purpose. This was about the kind of pain people don’t post about. It was the kind of pain you carry quietly, while still trying to lead, love, provide, and show up. And then he said something that stayed with me long after we stopped recording: “Out of this pain, I’m squeezing out passion. Out of this pain, I’m finding purpose.” And suddenly, everything clicked. Because purpose isn’t born on mountaintops. Purpose is squeezed out in the dark. in the years you think God forgot your timeline, the years you think everyone else is moving while you’re stuck, the years you think you’re preparing, but really, He is preparing you. And today’s guest, Dr. John Tyus, lived that. The pain. The waiting. The anxiety. The moments of “God, do you even see me?” The moments where home felt hard, marriage felt heavy, and identity felt shaken. Yet somehow, out of all of that came The I.D. Movement. Came the ministry he now leads. Came the book he’s writing. Came the man he has become. This episode holds wisdom born from failure, faith, surrender, and maturity. And it carries a message every man needs to hear: it’s in you. It has always been in you, but only God can unlock it. Once you find Him, you find yourself. Once you pursue Him, purpose begins to pursue you. Timestamps: 00:00 Faith, Family, and Legacy 09:17 Men and Emotional Resilience 13:06 Healing Pain; Finding Purpose 16:23 Fatherlessness in All Forms 22:58 Self-Reflection and Spiritual Growth 29:42 From Pain to Purpose 33:34 Overcoming Destination Addiction 42:29 Unprepared for Life's Changes 47:13 Faith, Redemption, and Ministry Growth 53:30 Understanding Anger and Frustration 59:03 Uncovering Purpose Through Growth 01:04:14 Living with Purpose Daily 01:04:56 Uncover Your Purpose #CharisaMunroe #PurposeFinderPodcast #CommunityLeader #FaithLeader #SocialChange #LeadershipDevelopment #MentorshipMatters #IDMovement #PurposeFinder #FaithInAction #PurposeDriven #ChristianLeadership #FatherhoodMatters #FamilyHealing #PositiveMaleRoleModel #PersonalDevelopment #CharacterDevelopment #MindElevation #OvercomingAdversity #YouthEmpowerment #HolisticDevelopment #ConversationsWithFathers   About the Guest Dr. John Tyus is an inspirational community leader, educator, author, and pastor. He is the recipient of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Social Justice Award of Ohio, the 2022 Courageous Award, and the 2024 Central Ohio Honors Faith Leader Award. He has been recognized by the Ohio House of Representatives for his work to advance social change and is the executive director and founder of The I.D. Movement. Dr. Tyus focuses on the family as a whole and believes healing the nation starts with healing the family. Losing his father at eight, he has a passion for the fatherless and aims to impact the lives of men across the country. He founded The I.D. Movement to inspire and develop fatherless Black men into positive male role models. The organization hosts events like A Conversation with the Fathers and partners with churches and universities to provide programs in workforce, personal, and character development. It has also received state contracts through the Ohio Department of Youth Services to teach leadership and fatherhood in prisons. Dr. Tyus earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Franklin University, a Master’s Degree in Pastoral Counseling from Liberty University, and a Doctoral Degree from United Theological Seminary, with his dissertation titled “Designing a Mentoring Program for Fatherless Black Males in a Post-Modern Generation.” He is the author of three books: The I.D. Movement Presents; Voices of the Fathers; Letters to the Millennial Leader; Columbus Edition Mind Elevation: A Guide to Improving Your Mental Diet in 30 Days Voices of the Sons; Letters from the Emerging Leaders; Columbus Edition Dr. Tyus also serves as Senior Pastor at World Conquerors Through Jesus Christ Ministries in Columbus, Ohio.   Follow Charisa on Social Media @charisamunroe1  Check our website www.charisamunroe.com Join our Purpose Finder Facebook Community Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisaMunroe1 Discover your calling! Download the Purpose Finder Formula and take the first step today: YOUR PURPOSE IS WAITING!   Help Us Grow the Purpose Finder Community If today’s episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear these powerful purpose stories! Spread the word by sending this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use some motivation and direction. Let’s build a community of purpose-driven individuals together, supporting each other with life-changing insights and inspiring conversations!   Love what you’re hearing? We’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review! Your thoughts help others discover the Purpose Finder Podcast, and your support helps us continue bringing impactful stories to our community.

On today’s episode of the Purpose Finder Podcast, we’re exploring a story shaped by faith, family, creativity, and history. Our guest grew up in a home where music and art were the heartbeat of daily life; her father directing choirs, her mother dancing, her siblings singing. Creativity wasn’t a performance; it was her family’s foundation, and it would later become her place of healing. Her name is Dwania Kyles, and long before she understood the language of healing, she lived through one of the most pivotal moments in American history. At just twelve years old, she was helping prepare a simple pre-rally dinner for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in a house full of movement leaders, food cooking in the kitchen, kids setting tables wherever they could. Meanwhile, her father was at the Lorraine Motel, talking and laughing with Dr. King minutes before the shot was fired. He was the first to reach him. And at home, all she remembers is her mother’s scream when the phone call came, and the grief that filled their house. For years, Dwania carried the unspoken trauma of that day, her father’s nightmares, the fear of him traveling through dangerous states, and the silence that settled over their home as a form of protection. It wasn’t until adulthood, through breathwork and emotional healing, that she finally began to understand what her twelve-year-old body had been holding for decades. Today, Dwania shares her story with us, not just as history, but as healing. She is a storyteller, a creative, and a guide whose depth and wisdom were shaped by a life few could ever imagine. And I believe her words will stay with you long after this episode ends. Timestamps: 00:00 Breath, Wellness, and Life Creation 06:34 Proper Belly Breathing Basics 15:38 Breathing Fuels Mind and Body 19:13 Toxicity and Stress Cycle 28:07 Discover Your Purpose Today 33:48 Peaceful School Integration Reflections 39:27 Obama Rally Nostalgia 45:20 Pre-Rally Dinner Preparation 49:02 Jesse Jackson, King, Economics, Breadbasket 55:07 Legacy, Trauma, and Change 01:02:48 Childhood Reflections on Impact 01:05:11 Everywhere, Big and Small. 01:12:46 Healing Self, Healing the World 01:15:02 Transforming Lives Through Breathwork #PurposeFinderPodcast #CharisaMunroe #BreathworkHealing #EmotionalWellness #InnerHealingJourney #PurposeDrivenLife #HealingThroughStory #CreativeHealing #HealingTrauma #CivilRightsLegacy #MemphisHistory #MLKLegacy #LorraineMotel #HistoryMakers #CivilRightsMovement #FaithJourney #GodIsPurpose #PurposeOnPurpose #DivineAssignment #WalkInYourCalling #BreathworkTools #RegulateYourNervousSystem #CalmYourBody #HealingEnergy #EmotionalFreedom #MindBodySpirit #PowerOfStory #TransformYourLife #LiveOnPurpose #BecomingYourBestSelf #WomenWhoInspire #LifeLessons   About the Guest Dwania Kyles, Civil Rights Advocate, Wellness Consultant and Breath Coach, is an alum of The Memphis 13, subject of the highly touted documentary by the same name chronicling the desegregation of Memphis City Public Schools in 1961 by thirteen, 5 and 6-year-old girls and boys, (dubbed “the smallest pioneers” of the Civil Rights Movement), in answer to the 1954 landmark decision by the U. S. Supreme Court on Brown v. Board of Education. Ms. Kyles is also the eldest daughter of pioneer civil-rights activists, the late Gwendolyn Kyles and Rev. Samuel “Billy” Kyles, subject of the ’09 Oscar & ’10 Emmy nominated documentary, The Witness: From the Balcony of Room 306, that gives voice to her father’s memories, who on April 4, 1968, was the only other person on the balcony, with Dr. Martin Luther King when he was fatally shot, as she, her mother and siblings were prepared to receive Dr. King and the SCLC staff at their home for dinner. An innocent participant of these two historical, yet traumatic events as a 5 and 12-year-old, it stands to reason why Ms. Kyles’ commitment to helping others connect or reconnect with their inner healer has been a lifelong passion. That same commitment paved the way on her personal journey to health and healing over the past 40 years. As a wellness coach and educator, she seeks to inform on why the power of the breath, the belief system, laughter, and self-love are the first line of defense when on the path of true healing. Visit her website: https://dwaniakyles.com/ Follow Charisa on Social Media @charisamunroe1 Check our website www.charisamunroe.com Join our Purpose Finder Facebook Community Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisaMunroe1 Discover your calling! Download the Purpose Finder Formula and take the first step today: YOUR PURPOSE IS WAITING!   Help Us Grow the Purpose Finder Community If today’s episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear these powerful purpose stories! Spread the word by sending this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use some motivation and direction. Let’s build a community of purpose-driven individuals together, supporting each other with life-changing insights and inspiring conversations! Love what you’re hearing? 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There are moments when someone speaks and it doesn’t just inspire you. It interrupts you. It confronts the idols you didn’t even realize you were holding. It exposes where you’ve been leaning on people instead of leaning on God. And suddenly, something inside you whispers, “If God doesn’t show up… I’m done.” This episode is one of those moments. Because here’s what I’ve learned in my own journey: God wants you. Not your performance. Not your connections. Not your work. Just you. Today, I’m sitting down with Amb. Charlie Masala, a man who walked closely with my father, Dr. Myles Munroe, for more than 27 years, and someone whose life embodies faithfulness, loyalty, and the courage to follow God no matter the cost. Our conversation goes deep. We talk about obedience when it’s uncomfortable, serving when it’s unseen, navigating seasons of loss, and the moment God strips away every dependency so you remember who your true Source is. This episode will stir you, challenge you, and remind you of this simple truth that keeps echoing in my spirit: Nothing in your life can stand, not purpose, not calling, not vision, unless God is at the center of it. Timestamps:  08:37 Following Purpose to Impact Africa 12:43 Setting Up Office for Mission 19:49 Purpose and Growth in Ministry 25:44 Purposeful Marriage and Faith Journey 31:49 Seven Years of Faithful Waiting 37:50 Experience Fuels Community Progress 38:50 Transforming Lives, Fulfilling Vision 49:03 Purpose as Ever-Growing Layers 54:16 Valleys Before Mountaintop Peaks 59:13 Integrity Over Wealth 01:00:33 Purpose, Character, and Faith 01:06:46 Discover Your Purpose Within #CharisaMunroe #PurposeFinderPodcast #FaithOverPerformance #GodFirst #SpiritualGrowth #DivinePurpose #Leadership #Legacy #PurposeDrivenLife #Mentorship #ServantLeadership #FaithJourney #SpiritualWisdom #OvercomingObstacles #PurposeDriven #GodAtTheCenter #TrustGod #LifeWithPurpose #Obedience #CourageToServe #SeasonsOfGrowth #TransformationalFaith About the Guest Amb. Charlie Masala  Born in the rural village of Manamani- Venda, Limpopo in South Africa, Charlie met Dr Myles Munroe at a young age. Under Dr Munroe’s personal mentorship of over 25 years, Charlie would become a renowned international conference speaker and management consultant.  As a Kingdom Teacher and Speaker Charlie has spoken on many global platforms and has travelled over 40 Countries around the globe fulfilling his life’s purpose.  Ambassador Charlie Masala is the United Nations Global Ambassador of Peace.    Charlie practiced in the Human Resources Management field for over 10 years in different capacities in Corporate South Africa.  Charlie is also a Radio presenter on OchrioFM. Charlie founded a Management Consulting Company,  Zoe Business Consulting in 2004.  He and his wife Xoli founded Kingdom Community SA in 2021 to teach the Kingdom message and build Kingdom Communities. Charlie currently serves as Regional Ambassador and Board Member of the International Third World Leaders Association.  Charlie is the CEO of Myles Munroe International Africa as well as a Board Member of the Myles & Ruth Munroe Foundation.  Charlie also served for more than a decade as Head of the Macedonia International Bible Fellowship appointed by Bishop Kenneth C Ulmer.  He also serves as board member of Texas Women Empowerment Foundation. As a Management Consultant, Conference Speaker, Trainer, and Facilitator, Charlie shares insights that add substantial value to any organization. He tackles subjects such as Diversity Management, Leadership in Transforming Societies and Organizations, Team Work/Building, Building Organizational Brands, Mentorship, Employment Equity, Discovering your Purpose, Labour Relations, Entrepreneurship, Youth Development and Leading Change. He holds a National Diploma in Human Resources (Tshwane University of Technology), Labor Relations Management Specialist Certificate (IPM), Leading Change Programme (University of Michigan Business School) and Management Development Programme (University of Pretoria). Charlie Masala’s dynamic presentations continue to earn him accolades from organizations such as Sasol, Barloworld, Development Bank of Southern Africa, South African Bureau of Standards, ABSA, Tshwane University of Technology, HP (Hewlett Packard) and many government departments and municipalities in South Africa. In 2021 Charlie and Xoli Masala founded a Kingdom Based ministry called Kingdom Community - South Africa based in Mnandi -Centurion.  Charlie has been name one of the top 100 influential Christians in South Africa. Charlie Masala is a published author of two books; “Black Son White Mother” and “My Life and Times With Myles Munroe “ . He is the husband of one wife Xoli and father of three girls; Zoe, Okona and Andisa.   Follow Charisa on Social Media @charisamunroe1  Check our website www.charisamunroe.com Join our Purpose Finder Facebook Community Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisaMunroe1 Discover your calling! Download the Purpose Finder Formula and take the first step today: YOUR PURPOSE IS WAITING! Help Us Grow the Purpose Finder Community If today’s episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear these powerful purpose stories! Spread the word by sending this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use some motivation and direction. Let’s build a community of purpose-driven individuals together, supporting each other with life-changing insights and inspiring conversations! Love what you’re hearing? We’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review! 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This week’s episode… whew. It’s real, it’s raw, and it’s such a beautiful reminder that God really does meet us right in the middle of our healing. I sat down with Zemi Stewart, the amazing founder of Wife Her Ministry, and we talked about what it truly looks like to move from pain to purpose, not the “pretty Instagram version” of healing, but the real kind. The kind that happens in the quiet, in unexpected moments, and sometimes… in the middle of a facial. Zemi opens up about her personal journey, the heartbreak, the surrender, and how God used even the most ordinary moments to bring her back to herself. We talked about what it means to release control, to trust God’s timing when nothing makes sense, and to keep showing up with faith even when you don’t have all the answers. This conversation is a gentle reminder that healing isn’t linear, it’s layered, it’s sacred, and it’s deeply personal. Whether you’re in a season of waiting, rebuilding, or rediscovering who you are, Zemi’s story will speak to your heart and remind you that God wastes nothing. If you’ve ever asked, “Where is God in this?”… this episode will remind you that He’s been right there all along, weaving purpose through every part of your process. Timestamps: 00:00 Zemi Stewart's Journey to Stability 05:19 Healed, Empowered, Restored Journey 13:05 Seeking Connection and Comfort 19:05 From Pain to Purpose 22:53 What You're Going Through Is Normal 29:40 Marriage, Ministry, and Emotional Struggles 34:57 Triggers, Relationships, and Healing 39:02 Navigating Marriage and Public Sharing 46:12 Redemption Beyond Perceived Mistakes 47:17 Overcoming Feeling Unfit 54:02 Fear and Trauma in Pregnancy 01:03:19 Every Story Holds Purpose 01:03:59 Don't Seek Hardship for Stories 01:13:01 Discover Your Life's Purpose #CharisaMunroe #ThePurposeFinderPodcast #FaithInTheProcess #HealingWithGod #FromPainToPurpose #GodsTimingIsPerfect #FaithFilledHealing #PurposeDrivenLife #ChristianWomenInspire #WifeHerMinistry #GodMeetsYouThere #SpiritualGrowthJourney #FaithOverFeelings #GraceInTheGrowth #WomenOfFaith #HealingIsHoly #GodsPlan #DivinePurpose #FaithJourney #HeartHealing #PurposeOverPerfection #TrustHisTiming #WomenEmpoweredByFaith #PurposeInThePain #ChristianPodcast #GodIsInTheDetails #FaithTalks #HolyHealing #JesusCentered #SoulRestoration #PurposeFound About the Guest Zemi Stewart, formerly Zemi Holland, is the founder and lead curator of Wife Her Ministry—a thriving women’s group whose name stands for Wife, Heals, Empowered, Restored. Originally from Eleuthera, Bahamas, Zemi grew up as a quintessential barefoot island girl, climbing trees and running across rocks. Her journey has been marked by profound loss, including the passing of her mother at age 12, which set her on a path of emotional upheaval and searching for belonging. Through years of personal challenges, from processing grief and navigating turbulent relationships (including surviving an abusive one), to rediscovering herself and her faith, Zemi built resilience by stabilizing her life through her relationship with the Lord and, later, through the partnership and support of her husband, Ian Stewart. A daughter of God, Zemi centers her life and ministry around service, authenticity, and healing. Wife Her Ministry welcomes women across all marital statuses and is best known for its hallmark event, Galentine Vibes, now present in cities across North America, the Caribbean, and soon, Europe. Her commitment is to help women focus inward and upward, empowering them to be healed, restored, and equipped to weather life’s transitions. Zemi loves serving, nurturing community, and sharing her journey in hopes of helping women turn their pain into purpose. Follow Zemi on Ig @zemistewart  Visit: https://www.galentinevibes.com/   Follow Charisa on Social Media @charisamunroe1  Check our website www.charisamunroe.com Join our Purpose Finder Facebook Community Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisaMunroe1 Discover your calling! Download the Purpose Finder Formula and take the first step today: YOUR PURPOSE IS WAITING! Help Us Grow the Purpose Finder Community If today’s episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear these powerful purpose stories! Spread the word by sending this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use some motivation and direction. Let’s build a community of purpose-driven individuals together, supporting each other with life-changing insights and inspiring conversations! Love what you’re hearing? We’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review! Your thoughts help others discover the Purpose Finder Podcast, and your support helps us continue bringing impactful stories to our community.  

Friends, this episode is so close to my heart. As many of you know, I grew up as the daughter of the late Dr. Myles Munroe, and with that came both incredible privilege and enormous pressure. Today, I sat down with someone who knows that journey all too well: Randal “Randy” McKoy, son of a bishop, grandson of a community leader, and a man who’s chosen to live boldly in his purpose. Randy opens up about one of the most defining moments of his life, a breaking point that became his turning point. After years of trying to please his parents, church, and community, Randy found himself praying one night, “Lord, I gave it my best. I tried to make it all work, but it was not to be.” And in that moment, God led him to the story of Abraham and Isaac. Just as Abraham was willing to be obedient, even to the point of sacrifice, God reminded Randy: “Son, I see your heart. You’ve been trying to fit in, but it just won’t fit. I don’t want you to be them, I just want you to be you.” That revelation closed a chapter Randy had been carrying for years, the chapter of people-pleasing, striving, and trying to fit in. He and his wife made the decision to finally let it go, and in doing so, Randy stepped into freedom, healing, and a whole new chapter of life.   Timestamps: 04:30 Family Legacy of Service 08:01 Leaving Home to Pursue Dreams 09:59 Meeting Michelle Obama Unexpectedly 14:42 Parental Support for Independence 16:27 Pursuing Excellence and Independence 22:26 Finding Your True Purpose 25:27 Disillusionment Amid Church Politics 27:24 Overlooked and Betrayed at Church 32:34 Embracing Authenticity Over Approval 36:15 Thriving in Natural Alignment" 38:25 Thrive in Your Right Environment 40:25 Balancing Ministry and Personal Dreams 45:27 Healing and New Beginnings 47:49 Choose Purpose Over People-Pleasing 52:52 Embrace God’s Purpose Boldly 53:51 Turning Dreams Into Reality #PurposeFinderPodcast #CharisaMunroe #PurposeOverApproval #WalkingInPurpose #BreakFreeFromExpectations #BoldFaith #AuthenticLiving  #PeoplePleasingRecovery #FaithJourney #GodsPlan #ChristianPodcast #KingdomConversations #PreachersKid #PKLife #NextGenLeaders #DreamChasers #DreamScripted #PurposeDrivenLife #LiveAuthentic #FaithAndLegacy #StepIntoYourCalling #YourYesMatters   About the Guest Randal “Randy” McKoy is a global humanitarian, faith leader, and cultural connector with a passion for serving communities across borders. His journey has taken him from the United Nations, where he served in Jamaica (2013), Barbados (2014), and Hawaii (2016–2022), to years of humanitarian leadership working with Micronesian communities. Through implementing the Compact of Free Association—an initiative tied to the U.S.-UN territorial trusteeship agreements—Randy deepened his calling to advocate for underrepresented communities and foster cross-cultural understanding. Faith has always been central to Randy’s life. As the son of Bishop McKoy, presiding Bishop of the Church of Jesus Christ (Apostolic), he grew up immersed in ministry. From an early age, he served as a Youth Leader and Minister, inspiring and mentoring young people throughout the church organization. A seasoned traveler, Randy has explored more than 20 countries across Europe, Asia, and the Pacific. These global experiences have expanded his worldview and strengthened his commitment to leadership that bridges cultures, honors legacy, and empowers the next generation. Today, Randy continues to live out his mission of blending faith, leadership, and global perspective—helping others walk boldly in their God-given purpose. Follow Randal McKoy on IG @rsmckoy Listen to their podcast @dreamscripted   Follow Charisa on Social Media @charisamunroe1  Check our website www.charisamunroe.com Join our Purpose Finder Facebook Community Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisaMunroe1 Discover your calling! Download the Purpose Finder Formula and take the first step today: YOUR PURPOSE IS WAITING!   Help Us Grow the Purpose Finder Community If today’s episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear these powerful purpose stories! Spread the word by sending this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use some motivation and direction. Let’s build a community of purpose-driven individuals together, supporting each other with life-changing insights and inspiring conversations! Love what you’re hearing? We’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review! Your thoughts help others discover the Purpose Finder Podcast, and your support helps us continue bringing impactful stories to our community.

Hey Purpose Finders, it’s your girl Charisa, and I am so excited to bring you today’s episode. You know that around here, we’re not just talking about purpose like it’s a buzzword,  but we are actually digging into the real stories, real struggles, and real breakthroughs that remind us why we’re here. And trust me, today’s conversation is one you’re going to want to lean into. I got to sit down with someone who I met in the old days of university. He is honestly a walking, breathing example of what it looks like when purpose collides with everyday life. His name is Marquay Baul — and y’all, he’s not just talking about purpose, he is living it out in every sphere he touches. From his early days grinding it out in banking, to building his own private wealth management firm serving athletes and entertainers, to hearing God whisper to him that his assignment was to “influence the influencers,” this man’s story will stretch you, inspire you, and probably make you do some deep self-checks too. What I love about this episode is how down-to-earth it is. Marquay doesn’t just talk theory, he breaks down what purpose really looks like in everyday life. He shares how being out of alignment feels a lot like a car pulling off to the side and everything gets bumpier and harder than it should. He also gets real about battling imposter syndrome, even while working with celebrities, athletes, and leaders, and how redefining manhood, fatherhood, and legacy helped him quiet the fear and step boldly into his calling. And when alignment finally clicks? Whew, things don’t suddenly get perfect, but they do get a whole lot clearer, smoother, and more fulfilling. Timestamps: 00:00 Resilient Journey from Hood to Finance 10:23 Misusing Objects: Abnormal Usage 11:33 Aligning Vocation with Purpose 18:12 Defensive Driving: Proactive Approach 22:52 From Beach Sand to Sandpaper Profit 32:22 Mercedes vs. Local Mechanic Debate 33:58 Sacrifice for Purpose 42:20 Living on Borrowed Time 46:39 Transparency's Impact on Personal Growth 50:48 Fatherhood: Balancing Friendship and Guidance 58:02 Challenging Inner Doubts 01:03:12 Reclaiming Purpose Through Reflection 01:09:10 Reflections on Impactful Living 01:12:18 Reclaim Purpose at Any Age 01:20:42 Sharing Tips for Personal Growth #PurposeFinderPodcast #CharisaMunroe #Alignment #FaithJourney #FaithInAction #PurposeDrivenLife #LeadershipWithPurpose #OvercomingFear #ImposterSyndrome #HeartOfALeader #KingdomAssignment #DivineCalling #IdentityAndCalling #MaximizeYourGift #ClarityAndConfidence #AlignedLiving #LegacyBuilding #FatherhoodMatters #ManhoodRedefined #BreakthroughMoments #LiveWithIntent #PaveThePathRetreat #WomenOnPurpose #FaithAndClarity #PurposeFinderCommunity #CommunityOfFaith #WalkInPurpose #PodcastFamily #PurposeFinders #ShareYourStory   About the Guest Marquay Jovon Baul is a seasoned financial advisor and investment professional with over two decades of experience helping clients build, protect, and manage their wealth. He currently serves as an Investment Adviser with Integra Private Wealth Management, LLC, headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he provides comprehensive financial planning, portfolio management, and wealth advisory services to individuals, families, and business owners. Over the years, Marquay has been affiliated with several leading financial institutions and advisory firms, gaining extensive expertise in guiding clients through life transitions and major financial decisions. Through his work with Integra’s Sports + Entertainment Group, Marquay is especially committed to serving the unique and sophisticated needs of celebrities, professional athletes, entertainers, and affluent families. With a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that come with high-profile careers, his team is dedicated to keeping clients financially organized, educated, accountable, and fully prepared for life after their careers. Recognized for his work with professional athletes, including NFL players navigating newfound wealth, Marquay has built a reputation for combining technical financial knowledge with a deep commitment to client education and empowerment. Beyond his advisory work, Marquay is active as a community advocate and speaker, using his platform to promote financial literacy and encourage smarter wealth-building strategies.   Follow Charisa on Social Media @charisamunroe1  Check our website www.charisamunroe.com Join our Purpose Finder Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14DboekKt9M/ Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisaMunroe1   What’s next…? We’re just a few weeks away from setting sail on a journey of purpose and leadership—Pave the Path Women’s Retreat 2025 is calling! 🚀 Spots are limited. If you’re interested, reply to this email—you never know, there just might be an extra discount waiting for you! I'M READY TO SAIL!   Discover your calling! Download the Purpose Finder Formula and take the first step today: YOUR PURPOSE IS WAITING!   Help Us Grow the Purpose Finder Community If today’s episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear these powerful purpose stories! Spread the word by sending this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use some motivation and direction. Let’s build a community of purpose-driven individuals together, supporting each other with life-changing insights and inspiring conversations! Love what you’re hearing? We’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review! Your thoughts help others discover the Purpose Finder Podcast, and your support helps us continue bringing impactful stories to our community.  

This week on The Purpose Finder Podcast, I sat down with Ernest Fenton—an attorney, entrepreneur, and author whose story really stayed with me. Ernest calls his late father his “secret weapon,” and after hearing their story, you’ll understand why. Within the same six months, Ernest lost both his father and his business. Yet it was the lessons his dad left him that gave him the courage to keep going. One moment in particular really struck me: when his father, who worked as a tree cutter, was told he might lose his contract with the city, he simply said, “Well, I’ll do something else.” That kind of quiet confidence shaped the way Ernest sees the world—and it’s a perspective we can all learn from. He also shares practical wisdom on protecting what matters most—our assets, our legacy, and our peace of mind. He makes it simple, relatable, and powerful, reminding us that building wealth isn’t just about money—it’s about leaving things in order for the people we love. This episode isn’t just about finding your purpose—it’s about holding onto it, protecting it, and trusting that even when life forces you to pivot, you’re never stuck. Ernest’s story reminded me that no matter what happens, there’s always another way forward. And it makes me want to ask you: When life has pushed you to start over, what gave you the courage to try again? Timestamps: 00:00 Journey from Mississippi to Harvard 10:28 Two-Year Military Enlistment Decision 13:46 Choosing Chicago State Over Prestige 19:14 Strategizing Career Advancement 25:01 Foreclosure Defense Success Story 29:36 Appreciated Attorney Assists Seniors 33:49 Empowering and Positive Experiences Await 41:49 Valuing American Opportunities 44:36 A Life Lesson from My Father 52:32 Asset Protection for Business Owners 55:08 Protecting Assets Through Trusts 01:02:24 Book on Legacy Building 01:06:53 Purpose Finder Podcast Wrap-Up   #CharisaMunroe #ThePurposeFinderPodcast #PurposeJourney #PurposeDrivenLife #LifeWithIntention #FaithAndResilience #FindingPurpose #LegacyMatters #ProtectYourPeace #WealthAndWisdom #MindsetMatters #FaithInAction #InspirationDaily #EntrepreneurMindset #LeadershipDevelopment #OvercomingObstacles #GrowthMindset #SpiritualJourney #PersonalGrowth #EmpoweredLiving #LessonsFromDad #LifeTransitions #NewBeginnings #PivotWithPurpose #CommunityMatters #EncouragementDaily About the Guest Attorney Ernest B. Fenton is the Founder and Managing Partner of the Law Office of Ernest B. Fenton (LOEBF), a premier law firm serving clients in Chicago and beyond. LOEBF specializes in estate planning, probate, real estate transactions, and asset protection services, earning a reputation for trusted, results-driven representation nationwide. Fenton earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Chicago State University in 1994 and went on to receive his Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School in 1997.   Beyond his distinguished legal career, he has served as an adjunct professor at Chicago State University, teaching courses on the legal environment and business ethics. His business ventures extend globally, with significant experience in real estate, estate planning, and import-related transactions in Kenya, Mexico, and Belize—demonstrating his ability to navigate complex cross-border matters and build entrepreneurial success.   A recognized authority on estate planning, foreclosure defense, and asset protection, Fenton is frequently invited as a panelist for seminars, radio programs, and television broadcasts. His thought leadership is further demonstrated through his published works. A proud veteran, Fenton served in the United States Army and received an honorable discharge in 1990. The discipline and dedication instilled during his military service continue to shape his professional ethos. In addition, he has long used media as a platform for empowerment and education. As the former host of The Social Justice Hour and The Gospel Truth Legal Show on WVON AM 1690 and WSRB FM 106.3, he provided essential legal insights and support to underserved communities. His ability to simplify complex legal concepts has made him a trusted voice at the intersection of law and media. Today, Attorney Ernest B. Fenton’s diverse background in law, business, and education underscores his commitment to helping individuals and families protect their legacies. Through his firm’s expanding practice, his leadership continues to inspire trust, knowledge, and empowerment across communities nationwide.   Learn more about Attorney Ernest B. Fenton: https://www.attorneyernestfenton.com/about-ernest-b-fenton Grab his book: Asset Protection, Trust, and Estate Planning   Follow Charisa on Social Media @charisamunroe1  Check our website www.charisamunroe.com Join our Purpose Finder Facebook Community Subscribe to Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisaMunroe1   What’s next…? We’re just a few weeks away from setting sail on a journey of purpose and leadership—Pave the Path Women’s Retreat 2025 is calling! 🚀 Spots are limited. If you’re interested, reply to this email—you never know, there just might be an extra discount waiting for you! I'M READY TO SAIL! Discover your calling! Download the Purpose Finder Formula and take the first step today: YOUR PURPOSE IS WAITING!   Help Us Grow the Purpose Finder Community If today’s episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear these powerful purpose stories! Spread the word by sending this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use some motivation and direction. Let’s build a community of purpose-driven individuals together, supporting each other with life-changing insights and inspiring conversations! Love what you’re hearing? We’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review! 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Family, this conversation had me smiling, tearing up, and nodding my head the whole way through. I had the joy of sitting down with Shani McKoy—a Jersey girl who thought she was headed for Hollywood, but God had bigger plans. Instead of scripts on a stage, He handed her the script of her life: to lead women into truth, resilience, and purpose. Shani opened up about the raw grief of losing her father just three months into ministry, and how that season forced her to cling to God in a deeper way. She shared how resilience is forged in adversity, what it means to live a life of daily obedience, and why success isn’t measured by applause or titles—but by faithfulness to God. And then… she shared her love story. Y’all, it’s the kind of story that makes you laugh, shake your head, and say, “Only God could write this.” From knowing her husband since she was 13, to missing every single sign, to finally realizing God had aligned them for something far greater than themselves—her testimony is a beautiful reminder that when you know your purpose, you can recognize who’s truly aligned with it. This episode will encourage you if you’ve ever questioned your calling, struggled with loss, or wondered if God really has a plan for your love life. Spoiler: He does.   Timestamps: 03:14 From Hollywood Dreams to Ministry 06:29 Faith Renewed Through Loss 12:58 Building Resilience Through Adversity 15:24 Questioning God's Purpose 17:49 Navigating Pain and Finding Support 23:12 Choosing Hope Amid Despair 26:20 Transformative Self-Reflection Journey 28:34 Overcoming Doubt in Acting & Ministry 32:53 Called to Serve and Teach 36:54 Feeling Special and Favored 40:04 Embrace Faith for True Success 43:48 Husband's Role in Life Journey 45:45 Online Christian Mixer Initiative 51:24 Love, Legacy, and Connection 54:20 Inspiration and Transformation Insights #CharisaMunroe #PurposeFinderPodcast #PodcastConversations #PurposeDrivenPodcast #GodsPlan #FaithOverFear #ObedienceOverOutcome #WalkByFaith #FaithJourney #KingdomLiving #PurposeMatters #GodsPurpose #CalledAndChosen #KingdomAssignment #FaithInAction #FaithThroughLoss #OvercomeWithFaith #TrustGod #GodIsFaithful #EncouragementForWomen #FaithAndResilience #StrengthInFaith #WomenOfFaith #WomenEmpowered #GodsTiming #GodsLoveStory #PurposeAndMarriage #LoveAndFaith #RelationshipGoals #ChristianWomen #FaithfulWomen #WomenInMinistry #WomenOfPurpose #DaughtersOfTheKing   About the Guest Shani McKoy is the founder of Shanispeaksup, an online women’s ministry that she launched during the pandemic. What started as a simple act of obedience has grown into a platform dedicated to teaching women God’s Word and helping them live a life that truly honors Him. Her heart is especially for single women, encouraging them to navigate singleness with purpose, rather than pressure. She emphasizes abstinence, self-worth, and spiritual growth, helping women understand that finding their purpose first is key before seeking a relationship. Shani believes that when she aligns with God’s plan rather than societal expectations, she positions herself for the life He truly desires for her. Through Shanispeaksup, Shani has been blessed to impact countless women, encouraging them in faithful living, obedience, and spiritual empowerment. It hasn’t always been easy, but she’s learned that true success isn’t about striving—it’s about surrendering to God’s will and trusting Him in every season. Now, Shani is focusing on Dreamscripted Podcast, a space where faith and purpose collide. This podcast is about helping people script the life God has written for them, rather than the one they’ve been pressured to create for themselves. Dreamscripted is about saying yes to God’s vision, even when it looks different from what she imagined. Through deep conversations and real-life testimonies, Shani wants to help others see that God’s script is always better than our own. Follow Charisa on Social Media @charisamunroe1  Check our website www.charisamunroe.com Join our Purpose Finder Facebook Community Subscribe to Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisaMunroe1   What’s next…? Set sail on a journey of purpose and leadership—Pave the Path Women’s Retreat 2025 is calling! 🚀 Spots are limited, and the EARLY BIRD SPECIAL is on now! Don’t miss your chance to lock it in. SIGN UP HERE Discover your calling! Download the Purpose Finder Formula and take the first step today: YOUR PURPOSE IS WAITING!   Help Us Grow the Purpose Finder Community If today’s episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear these powerful purpose stories! Spread the word by sending this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use some motivation and direction. Let’s build a community of purpose-driven individuals together, supporting each other with life-changing insights and inspiring conversations! Love what you’re hearing? We’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review! Your thoughts help others discover the Purpose Finder Podcast, and your support helps us continue bringing impactful stories to our community.

Sometimes, the spark for our dreams comes from those who’ve walked the path before us—and are generous enough to share what they’ve learned along the way. In today’s episode of the Purpose Finder Podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Walter Mendenhall—mentor, author, and founder. Walter’s journey is a powerful testament to resilience and living with intention. We talk through his new ebook, Funding Your Dreams. The advice, insight, and life lessons Walter shares in this book aren’t just inspiring—they’re grounded in real, personal transformation. And I truly believe they can do the same for you. What makes Walter’s story so compelling is that he’s not just sharing theory—he’s lived through the ups and downs of finding purpose and pushing through adversity. The wisdom in Funding Your Dreams comes from real, hard-won experience. Whether you’re wrestling with self-doubt, standing at a crossroads, or dreaming of something more, Walter’s journey proves it’s possible to move forward with clarity and conviction. So if you're feeling stuck, searching for direction, or just need a fresh reminder that your dreams are worth pursuing—this conversation is for you. It's full of honesty, encouragement, and practical next steps to help you move toward your purpose.   Timestamps: 00:00 Transforming Young Lives in Chicago 07:33 From South Side to North Shore 11:47 Struggle for Validation and Self-Worth 19:28 Men's Mental Health Matters 25:06 NFL Dream vs. Reality 28:36 Reality of Being Replaceable 37:51 Unconventional Path to Purpose 40:46 Supportive Education Journey 48:39 From Anger to Love Motivation 54:58 Transforming Anger to Compassion 55:53 Anger’s Roots: Love and Desire 01:01:33 Purpose Finder Podcast Wrap-Up #CharisaMunroeWilborn #PurposeFinderPodcast #FundingYourDreams #WalterMendenhall #DreamChasers #EntrepreneurMindset #FinancialWisdom #LevelUpYourLife #SuccessTips #PurposeDriven #ShareTheInspiration #StayConnected #EmpowerOthers #PersonalGrowth #ImpactfulLiving #UpliftYourCommunity #LegacyMakers #LeadWithPurpose #FaithAndPurpose #LiveYourDreams About the Guest A Chicago native, Walter is passionate about improving the social, personal, and financial outcomes of young men born into circumstances or communities with few positive role models. He is the founder and Executive Director of our organization and has anchored this mission to everything we do at the Male Mogul Initiative.  Walter has been overcoming adversity since he was a child. At the age of 5, he was diagnosed with a learning disability. Still, through hard work, persistence, and the guidance of a loving mother, Walter graduated from Niles West High School with a 3.2 GPA and a football scholarship to attend the University of Illinois.  He went on to have a successful career in the NFL as a running back, playing for the Philadelphia Eagles, Indianapolis Colts, Buffalo Bills, and Cincinnati Bengals.   Visit Walter’s website: www.waltermendenhall.com Grab his e-book: Funding Your Dreams   Follow Charisa on Social Media @charisamunroe1 Check our website www.charisamunroe.com Join our Purpose Finder Facebook Community Subscribe to Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisaMunroe1   What’s next…? Set sail on a journey of purpose and leadership—Pave the Path Women’s Retreat 2025 is calling! 🚀 Spots are limited, and the EARLY BIRD SPECIAL is on now! Don’t miss your chance to lock it in. SIGN UP HERE Discover your calling! Download the Purpose Finder Formula and take the first step today: YOUR PURPOSE IS WAITING!   Help Us Grow the Purpose Finder Community If today’s episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear these powerful purpose stories! Spread the word by sending this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use some motivation and direction. Let’s build a community of purpose-driven individuals together, supporting each other with life-changing insights and inspiring conversations! Love what you’re hearing? We’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review! Your thoughts help others discover the Purpose Finder Podcast, and your support helps us continue bringing impactful stories to our community.

Let’s be honest—nobody volunteers for the difficult seasons: abrupt family losses, feeling the weight of legacy, rebuilding after heartbreak, or being pushed into roles before we feel ready. On this episode of the Purpose Finder podcast, I sit down with Melody Winston—executive director, entrepreneur, daughter of pioneering leaders, and a woman for whom faith and resiliency are daily practices, not just hashtags. Melody invites us into her real story, not just her résumé: moving cross-country in the shadow of her family’s achievements, grieving the sudden loss of her grandfather and uncle in a plane crash, and weathering a challenging divorce while raising four children. Melody doesn’t gloss over the hard parts—she shares what it meant to lean on faith when her mental strength faltered, the quiet courage of starting over, and the determination to serve her community even when she felt least qualified. What stands out most in our conversation isn’t just her perseverance, but the way she says ‘yes’ to stretching—to learning new things (like overseeing property management and launching a grocery store in a food desert) far outside her comfort zone. Melody’s lessons are clear: excellence isn’t about perfection, but consistency and believing in possibilities, even when you don't have all the answers yet. She brings home the message that legacy isn’t a burden—it's an invitation to serve, to uplift, and to lead by example, especially for those coming after us.   Timestamps: 00:00 Purpose Finder Podcast: Find Your Why 09:12 Faith and Family Resilience 16:35 Grocery Access Mission 23:05 Legacy Flight Academy's Impact on Youth 26:26 Excellence Through Legacy and Mentorship 35:17 Preserving Spiritual Legacy Challenges 37:38 Unified Leadership and Legacy Building 46:21 Finding Balance in Ministry Life 47:49 Balancing Identity and Anonymity 58:25 Community Commitment to Fresh Meals 01:02:10 Join the Purpose Finder Community   #CharisaMunroe #ThePurposeFinderPodcast #PurposeInPractice #LiveOnPurpose #FaithDriven #PurposeWork #CallingOverComfort #SpiritualLeadership #GodCenteredLiving #LegacyLeadership #FaithInBusiness #KingdomLeadership #LeadWithPurpose #WomenWhoLead #TrailblazingWomen #ResilientLeadership #BlackOwnedBusiness #ServingWithPurpose #CommunityBuilders #ImpactOverImpression #LiftAsYouClimb #MarketplaceMinistry #BusinessAsMinistry   About the Guest Melody Winston, senior executive of Living Fresh Market, didn’t originally plan to enter the supermarket business—it happened by chance. In October 2021, Living Word Christian Center (founded by her father, Dr. Bill Winston) seized the opportunity to purchase a 71,000-square-foot grocery store in Forest Park, Illinois, after its former owner exited. The goal: to serve the community with access to fresh, high-quality food. Since its launch in June 2022, Living Fresh has become the largest Black-owned supermarket in the U.S., offering fresh produce, seafood, meat, and global products. Under Melody’s leadership, it has also become a launchpad for diverse vendors and significantly improved access to nutritious food in the area. Melody was born on a military base in North Carolina, daughter of Dr. Bill Winston and Carolyn Williams, and a descendant of Clarabelle Williams, who founded the first Black-owned medical clinic in the U.S. She began her career in real estate, later owning Golden Eagle Construction and managing commercial assets. Today, she is Executive Director of Corporate Property Assets and Director of Real Estate & Construction for Living Word Christian Center and its affiliated properties in Illinois and Alabama. In 2012, she co-founded Legacy Flight Academy, introducing youth from underrepresented communities to aviation. She also formerly served as VP of Golden Eagle Aviation, a firm specializing in jet charters and maintenance.   Living Fresh Market www.livingfreshmarket.com Visit her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100062609804802   Follow Charisa on Social Media @charisamunroe1  Check our website www.charisamunroe.com Join our Purpose Finder Facebook Community Subscribe to Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisaMunroe1   What’s next…? Set sail on a journey of purpose and leadership—Pave the Path Women’s Retreat 2025 is calling! 🚀 Spots are limited, and the EARLY BIRD SPECIAL is on now! Don’t miss your chance to lock it in. SIGN UP HERE Discover your calling! Download the Purpose Finder Formula and take the first step today: YOUR PURPOSE IS WAITING!   Help Us Grow the Purpose Finder Community If today’s episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear these powerful purpose stories! Spread the word by sending this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use some motivation and direction. Let’s build a community of purpose-driven individuals together, supporting each other with life-changing insights and inspiring conversations! Love what you’re hearing? We’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review! Your thoughts help others discover the Purpose Finder Podcast, and your support helps us continue bringing impactful stories to our community.

Living with purpose isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about learning to ask the right questions, follow the right voices, and trust the deeper work happening within. In this episode of the Purpose Finder Podcast, I sit down with bestselling author, coach, emotional intelligence strategist and pastor Dr. Dharius Daniels for a transformative and transparent conversation about identity, influence, and the journey toward a life of meaning and impact. We dive into the questions that shape us: Why am I here? How do I rise above where I came from? Can I really build a future that’s bigger than my past? Dr. Daniels opens up about his childhood in a small Mississippi town, and how his father helped him shift from focusing on physical limitations to cultivating spiritual vision—seeing with “the eyes of the heart.” Together, we explore the subtle ways we conform, the cost of settling for safety or “normal,” and how our personal agitation—the specific burdens that won’t let us go—can actually point us to the work we were made for. We further explore the connection between emotional intelligence and spiritual intelligence and direct link to you calling. Dr. Daniels also shares candidly about navigating burnout, rebuilding from the inside out, and the emotional and spiritual maturity required not just to find your purpose, but to sustain it. We talk about the power of proximity, the role of healing, and why chasing your uniqueness is an act of faith. If you've ever felt the tension between who you are and who you're becoming, this conversation will speak to your soul—and remind you that purpose is less about striving and more about surrendering to the assignment only you can fulfill.   Timestamps: 05:55 Serving God's People 14:20 Embrace Your Unique Agitation 17:46 Self-Discovery and Personal Growth 26:07 Managing Emotions to Avoid Snipers 30:46 Emotional Intelligence Fuels Business Growth 33:41 Authenticity: The Key to Fulfillment 39:54 The King's Way Teaching Philosophy 49:08 Men's Emotional Neglect: Consequences 55:21 Unseen Costs of Emotional Underdevelopment 01:00:05 Support for Men's Well-being   #CharisaMunroe #PurposeFinderPodcast #LiveWithPurpose #VisionAndDestiny #FindYourWhy #UniqueCalling #EmbraceUniqueness #DieEmpty #ImpactfulLiving #ServeOthers #EmotionalIntelligence #SpiritualAwakening #FulfillmentFirst #LiveAuthentic #PurposeOverPopularity #MenWithPurpose #CourageToBeYou #WalkInYourCalling #BreakFreeFromConformity #PurposeAndVision #ChangeMakers #PurposeDrivenLife #MountaintopMoments #LegacyLiving   About the Guest One of the most prolific communicators of our day, Dr. Dharius Daniels is on a mission to help as many people as possible become their best selves while doing their best work. Speaker, coach, and certified emotional intelligence specialist, Dharius specializes in helping others self optimize without self destructing. He acquired his passion to add value to the lives of others at an early age growing up in a small town, Kilmichael, MS. Although the population was less than 700 residents, he was taught by his father that your enlightenment, not your environment, determines your outcomes. He was inspired to unleash his untapped potential while gaining his undergraduate degree from Millsaps College and post graduate degrees from Princeton and Fuller. With over 20 years of leadership experience, Dr. Daniels understands that right information can cause a comprehensive revolution. This passion for transformation inspired him to continue his writing career by releasing his most recent published book Relational Intelligence: The People Skills You Need For The Life Of Purpose You Want. Dr. Daniels also emerged in the mentoring and coaching arena with the release of the Daniels Den Mentoring & Coaching Program which serves thousands of members. In addition to his contributions in the field of speaking and coaching, Dr. Daniels continues to serve as Lead Pastor of the multi-site, and multi-regional, Change Church. He has also served as an adjunct professor at Princeton. He enjoys downtime with activities such as playing a round of golf or weight training. Dharius is married to his college sweetheart, Shameka, and they are the proud parents of two sons, Seth and Gabriel.   Visit his website: https://dhariusdaniels.com/ Follow Dr. Daniels on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dhariusdaniels/   Follow Charisa on Social Media @charisamunroe1 Check our website www.charisamunroe.com Join our Purpose Finder Facebook Community Subscribe to Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisaMunroe1   What’s next…? Set sail on a journey of purpose and leadership—Pave the Path Women’s Retreat 2025 is calling! 🚀 Spots are limited, and the EARLY BIRD SPECIAL is on now! Don’t miss your chance to lock it in. SIGN UP HERE Discover your calling! Download the Purpose Finder Formula and take the first step today: YOUR PURPOSE IS WAITING!   Help Us Grow the Purpose Finder Community If today’s episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear these powerful purpose stories! Spread the word by sending this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use some motivation and direction. Let’s build a community of purpose-driven individuals together, supporting each other with life-changing insights and inspiring conversations! Love what you’re hearing? We’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review! Your thoughts help others discover the Purpose Finder Podcast, and your support helps us continue bringing impactful stories to our community.  

Some moments plant a seed so deep, they end up shaping not just a life—but a legacy. In this episode of the Purpose Finder Podcast, I sit down with the inspiring Kelly Fair—author, speaker, and founder of Polished Pebbles Girls Mentoring Program. Over the past 15 years, Kelly’s vision has empowered more than 10,000 girls across Chicago, and her reach now extends globally to places like South Africa, Kenya, Chad, and Jamaica. Her story began with one pivotal experience: a “Take Your Daughter to Work Day” that cracked open a new world. That day, made possible by her father’s intention, became the spark that lit her lifelong mission—helping girls see themselves as leaders and equipping them to thrive. In our conversation, Kelly invites us into the behind-the-scenes of purpose. She talks about navigating seasons of self-doubt, being the “new kid,” and learning to lead before she felt fully ready. We explore how she found confidence not through credentials, but through community, mentorship, and a willingness to serve. And we challenge the lie that you need money, status, or degrees to make a difference—sometimes, all it takes is your yes. This episode is full of heart. It’s about resilience, the quiet strength of women who show up, and the power of legacy—built not in headlines, but in relationships. Kelly reminds us that failure is part of the process, and that purpose is less about perfection and more about presence. You don’t have to have it all together to make an impact. You just have to care deeply—and act intentionally. Let this conversation remind you: your influence begins right where you are.   Timestamps: 00:00 Empowering Chicago Girls: Career Mentorship 10:25 Empowering Through Everyday Mentorship 16:09 Mentorship's Impact on Confidence 16:59 Sixth-Grade Confidence Crisis 25:57 Experience Over Degrees 30:26 Curiosity: Key to Success 36:54 Embracing Failure for Growth 38:53 Embracing Failure in Success 45:47 Mentorship and Support Fuels Success 49:36 Recognizing Black Women's Invisible Labor 55:18 Mentorship for Early Career Women 01:04:57 Leadership Through Convening Diverse Stakeholders 01:07:07 Empowering Girl-Centric Leadership Programs 01:12:07 Love: The Universal Success Language #CharisaMunroe #GirlsMentoring #Empowerment #BlackWomenLead #YouthDevelopment #CareerInspiration #Service #GivingBack #Purpose #Mentorship #Leadership #Legacy #WomenInLeadership #WomenSupportingWomen #SelfLove #FaithInAction #SocialImpact #EducationMatters #WomenEmpowerment #Inspiration #PersonalGrowth #ServeYourPurpose #SoftLife #CommunityLeadership #Resilience #PurposeDriven   About the Guest A graduate of Howard University and the University of Iowa, Kelly is deeply rooted in Chicago’s Chatham neighborhood, where she continues her advocacy through roles on the U.S. Congressional Caucus on Black Women and Girls Taskforce and the Illinois Council for Women and Girls. Kelly is an urban youth mentoring practitioner who has been intimately involved in developing and implementing successful youth mentoring & development programs for 10+ years. Kelly is also an author and a renowned speaker championing girls’ and women’s causes, mentoring, and workforce development. She wrote "They're All The Same Girl! " a candid “How-To” Guide for effectively engaging and developing urban girls. She also wrote Every Girl Is A CEO! for girls from the elementary school years through high school and college. It is also an important guide for the parents, teachers, mentors and all who care about them.   Connect with Kelly Fair on Social Media: Instagram (Kelly Fair): @kfairthementor Polished Pebbles Instagram: @polishedpebbles Follow Charisa on Social Media @charisamunroe1  Check our website www.charisamunroe.com Join our Purpose Finder Facebook Community Subscribe to Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisaMunroe1   What’s next…? Set sail on a journey of purpose and leadership—Pave the Path Women’s Retreat 2025 is calling! 🚀 Spots are limited, and the EARLY BIRD SPECIAL is on now! Don’t miss your chance to lock it in. SIGN UP HERE Discover your calling! Download the Purpose Finder Formula and take the first step today: YOUR PURPOSE IS WAITING!   Help Us Grow the Purpose Finder Community If today’s episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear these powerful purpose stories! Spread the word by sending this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use some motivation and direction. Let’s build a community of purpose-driven individuals together, supporting each other with life-changing insights and inspiring conversations! Love what you’re hearing? We’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review! Your thoughts help others discover the Purpose Finder Podcast, and your support helps us continue bringing impactful stories to our community.

What if the very struggles that kept you up at night—the setbacks that threatened to break you—were actually the spark meant to launch you into a life richer and more purposeful than you ever imagined? Have you ever considered that the obstacles you’ve faced might be shaping you for something bigger, something uniquely yours? This week’s episode is a powerful reminder that our toughest journeys can become our greatest testimonies. Meet Ashley Kirkwood: entrepreneur, powerhouse speaker, and a mentor to women carving out lives of meaning, fulfillment, and significance. But beyond the accolades and multi-million dollar business, Ashley’s story is about so much more—it’s about the courage to acknowledge your scars and use them as stepping stones, not stumbling blocks. Ashley doesn’t shy away from sharing the real, unfiltered moments: the pain of feeling unseen as a child, the sting of bullying, and those chaotic seasons where ambition and burnout collided. She gets honest about the challenge of balancing business with being present for family and faith, and how leaning into those honest, sometimes uncomfortable, conversations changed everything. But this isn’t just a story of overcoming—it’s an open invitation. Ashley’s journey is living proof that our wounds and worries don’t disqualify us; they refine us. By letting go of perfection, choosing healing over hustling, and letting faith call the shots, she transformed fear into bold confidence and became a champion for other women to do the same. If you’ve ever wondered if the messy parts of your story could find a place in your purpose, Ashley’s words are here to encourage and empower you. All those late nights, disappointments, or detours—they can become the richest soil for growth if you let them. You’ll hear how setting boundaries, cultivating soul-level confidence, and believing you are worthy of your dreams can lift you—and those around you—even higher. Timestamps: 00:00 Ashley: Inspiring Representation and Success 10:05 Prioritizing Family Time 12:01 Bridging Understandings in Law Careers 19:04 Overcoming Fear and Hardness 26:30 Beware of Powerful Snares 27:26 Fearless Guidance for Influencers 34:02 Unresolved Grief and Closure Transformation 42:29 Commitment and Purpose Over Adversity 47:42 The Importance of Setting Boundaries 49:42 Embrace Rest for Renewed Strength 58:35 Imperfect Lives and Overcoming Struggles 01:01:29 Holistic Life Planning Essential 01:06:02 Embrace “Yes” Beyond “No” 01:11:45 Connect for Free Business Resources   #CharisaMunroe #PurposeFinderPodcast #AshleyKirkwood #FindYourPurpose #PurposeDriven #LiveWithPurpose #MeaningfulLiving #PersonalDevelopment #FaithAndBusiness #WomenInBusiness #BlackWomenLead #SabbaticalStories #WorkLifeRhythm #EmpoweredLiving #DreamChasers #OvercomingFear #PurposeJourney #PurposeOverProfit #LeadWithFaith #PurposeInAction About the Guest Ashley Kirkwood is an entrepreneur, speaker, and award-winning lawyer. As a renowned corporate attorney, she reached what many would call a peak – a $300k+ job. But she left it to go on her own. She began a virtual law firm, which quickly replaced and then surpassed her previous income. But along the way, she realized two things: she loved speaking and teaching, and she also had a real talent for scaling up a business. She perfected packaging and presenting professional services to corporations and other organizations, and started teaching others. Speak Your Way to Cash® was born. Ashley’s enthusiasm and success mindset are infectious, and her results have been well-documented. Most important to her, however, is how her teachings help, inspire, and empower others. Professionally, that’s what she lives for. Ashley has been recognized as a thought leader by FORBES, Crain's Chicago Business, Black Enterprise, The Chicago Tribune, and more.   Ashley invites listeners to DM her the word "summit" on Instagram to receive a link to her next free event about selling services to corporations. Connect on Instagram: @theashleynicoleshow   She encourages interested listeners to join the Speak Your Way to Cash Facebook group, a free resource for entrepreneurs, experts, and speakers.   Speak Your Way to Cash Live (October Event) Learn more and sign up: Speak Your Way to Cash Live ____________________________________________________________________________   Follow Charisa on Social Media @charisamunroe1  Check our website www.charisamunroe.com Join our Purpose Finder Facebook Community Subscribe to Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisaMunroe1   What’s next…? Set sail on a journey of purpose and leadership—Pave the Path Women’s Retreat 2025 is calling! 🚀 Spots are limited, and the EARLY BIRD SPECIAL is on now! Don’t miss your chance to lock it in. SIGN UP HERE Discover your calling! Download the Purpose Finder Formula and take the first step today: YOUR PURPOSE IS WAITING!   Help Us Grow the Purpose Finder Community If today’s episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear these powerful purpose stories! Spread the word by sending this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use some motivation and direction. Let’s build a community of purpose-driven individuals together, supporting each other with life-changing insights and inspiring conversations! Love what you’re hearing? We’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review! Your thoughts help others discover the Purpose Finder Podcast, and your support helps us continue bringing impactful stories to our community.

Get ready for an episode that will both move your heart and ignite your spirit on the Purpose Finder podcast! I’m beyond honored to share this conversation with my incredible brother and friend, Marc Thompson, Jr.—a man whose life stands as a moving testament to boldly walking in purpose, no matter what obstacles arise.   Marc’s journey begins in a blended family in Queens, New York, where he was shaped by powerful mentors and pivotal moments—like a middle school teacher who unknowingly set him on his path toward a career in accounting. But as you’ll hear, Marc’s story is not just about professional milestones; it’s about resilience forged in the fire of loss, grief, and waiting. He opens up about enduring the devastating back-to-back losses of his father and baby brother within a mere hundred days, and the decade-long, faith-testing road he and his wife walked to become parents. The birth of his daughter Nia—whose name means “purpose”—is a powerful reminder of hope realized after long seasons of wondering.   From being passed over for key promotions, to summoning the courage to leave corporate stability for entrepreneurship, Marc’s rise to owner/operator of a thriving Chick-Fil-A franchise in his own New York community is proof that purpose is discovered—and deepened—not on the mountaintops, but in the valleys. Marc shares the honest, hard-won wisdom that has carried him: why you can’t take setbacks personally, the importance of recognizing that tough seasons are never permanent, and how discovering, developing, and deploying your unique “dominion gift” leads you to true fulfillment and impact.   Whether you’re feeling stuck, in search of meaning, in the middle of a storm, or just need to know your best days are still ahead, this episode is for you. You’ll walk away with practical encouragement, heartfelt stories, and a renewed reminder: you are not alone, your purpose matters, and breakthrough is possible. Timestamps: 05:23 Path to Accounting Success 10:26 Rethinking Career Paths After NFL 19:27 Nia and Hospital Challenges 24:15 Challenges of Expectant Fatherhood 26:22 Faith Over Fear in Crisis 33:58 Delayed Chick-fil-A Opening Celebration 37:45 Embrace Change, Focus Positivity 43:44 Embracing Challenges for Growth 49:17 Supported by a Strong Community 58:39 Purposeful Living Insights 01:01:12 Purpose Finder Podcast Wrap-Up   #CharisaMunroe #PurposeFinderPodcast #LiveWithPurpose #MeaningfulLife #Resilience #OvercomingAdversity #PersonalGrowth #LeadershipJourney #FaithThroughChallenges #FindingStrength #FamilySupport #EntrepreneurLife #ChickFilAOwner #PurposeDriven #Inspiration #BlendedFamily #Persistence #EmotionalWellbeing #Fatherhood #CareerGrowth #SupportSystem #SelfDiscovery #DominionGift #HealAndGrow   About the Guest Marc Thompson Jr. is the Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Five Towns, located at 24923 Rockaway Boulevard in Rosedale, New York. A lifelong resident of Queens, he was born, raised, and educated in the area and currently resides in St. Albans with his wife and daughter, Nia. Before joining Chick-fil-A, Thompson had over three decades of corporate finance leadership experience across various industries, including media, professional sports, and financial services. He is honored to serve his community by creating job opportunities and enhancing the guest experience through service and leadership.   If you’re feeling hungry after all that inspiration, just visit www.chick-fil-a.com to place your order and find the nearest location.   Follow Charisa on Social Media @charisamunroe1  Check our website www.charisamunroe.com Join our Purpose Finder Facebook Community Subscribe to Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisaMunroe1   What’s next…? Set sail on a journey of purpose and leadership—Pave the Path Women’s Retreat 2025 is calling! 🚀 Spots are limited, and the EARLY BIRD SPECIAL is on now! Don’t miss your chance to lock it in. SIGN UP HERE Discover your calling! Download the Purpose Finder Formula and take the first step today: YOUR PURPOSE IS WAITING!   Help Us Grow the Purpose Finder Community If today’s episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear these powerful purpose stories! Spread the word by sending this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use some motivation and direction. Let’s build a community of purpose-driven individuals together, supporting each other with life-changing insights and inspiring conversations! Love what you’re hearing? We’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review! Your thoughts help others discover the Purpose Finder Podcast, and your support helps us continue bringing impactful stories to our community.

What if the pain and darkness you once tried to hide became your greatest source of light for others? Have you ever wondered if there’s purpose buried in the toughest valleys of your story? Or how someone who was once silenced by bullying and self-doubt could transform into a confident speaker, coach, and author? In this episode, you’ll hear a powerful testimony of resilience—one that proves your story, no matter how heavy, could be someone else’s catalyst for healing. This week’s special guest is Terri Wade—a remarkable transformational speaker, best-selling author, and spiritual life and business coach. Terri’s journey is not just about overcoming challenges; it’s about using them as stepping stones to change lives. Once a child who felt invisible and suffered from low self-worth because of relentless bullying and struggles at home, Terri eventually found her voice, excavated her purpose, and now dedicates her life to helping others do the same. But Terri’s story doesn’t end with survival—it’s a blueprint for hope. In this episode, you’ll hear how deep pain, childhood bullying, and even moments of despair became the seeds for a thriving life of purpose. Terri opens up about her lowest points and the turning moments, like finding support through therapy and mentors, that helped her reclaim her sense of self-worth and begin to dream again. Through setbacks, loss, and new storms along her path, Terri didn’t give up. Instead, she turned her journey into a mission to guide and empower others. Tune in to discover how she built her confidence, found her calling, and now shares practical lessons on mindset, resilience, and happiness. If you’ve ever wondered if your own struggles could lead to something greater, Terri’s wisdom will inspire you to see your story—and yourself—in a whole new light.   Timestamps: 00:00 Self-Discovery and Divine Connection 05:22 Journey from Invisibility to Empowerment 06:47 Cinderella to Transformational Coach 10:44 Self-Bullying and Therapy Transformation 13:50 Overcoming Darkness and Inspiring Others 17:46 Healing Through Therapy and Forgiveness 22:12 Discovering Purpose Through Marketing Passion 23:37 Mindset's Impact on Success 29:28 Celebrating Lisa's Beautiful Legacy 32:22 The Power of Support Systems 35:49 Healing Through Tears 38:54 A to Z Happiness Guide 42:34 From Marketing Consultant to Professor 43:58 Connecting Through Leadership and Empathy 47:29 Uncovering Purpose and Influence 51:22 Inspirational Storytelling for Influence 53:31 Jesus as the Ultimate Mentor #CharisaMunroe #PurposeFinderPodcast #FindYourPurpose #LivingOnPurpose #MentalHealthAwareness #OvercomingAdversity #HealingJourney #TransformationStory #ChildhoodTrauma #BullyingSurvivor #SelfDiscovery #KnowYourself #WomenEmpoweringWomen #FaithJourney #SpiritualGrowth #MentorshipMatters #Resilience #TherapyWorks #PersonalGrowth #AbundanceMindset #HappinessHabits   About the Guest Terri is an award winning Spiritual Coach, MBA, a Professional Speaker, the Founder of the Lady Entrepreneur Society and an International Bestselling Author. She is certified in Positive Psychology Coaching and 21st Century Leadership Skills. She writes books about spirituality, mindset and metaphysics. Her mission is to help you to bring forth your gifts to create a dream life and business you are in love with! Terri teaches current and aspiring entrepreneurs to grow their spiritual business in a holistic way; spiritual, mental and physical, and to get answers to heal from past trauma, step into their power and align with the goddess within. She wants you to see the light that is within you, to do what lights you up and to let your light shine so bright that you light up everyone around you.   Follow her on IG: @ladyentrepreneursociety Grab her book: A-Z Happy: A 30 day guide Follow Charisa on Social Media @charisamunroe1  Check our website www.charisamunroe.com Join our Purpose Finder Facebook Community Subscribe to Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisaMunroe1   What’s next…? Set sail on a journey of purpose and leadership—Pave the Path Women’s Retreat 2025 is calling! 🚀 Spots are limited, and the EARLY BIRD SPECIAL is on now! Don’t miss your chance to lock it in. SIGN UP HERE Discover your calling! Download the Purpose Finder Formula and take the first step today: YOUR PURPOSE IS WAITING!   Help Us Grow the Purpose Finder Community If today’s episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear these powerful purpose stories! Spread the word by sending this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use some motivation and direction. Let’s build a community of purpose-driven individuals together, supporting each other with life-changing insights and inspiring conversations! Love what you’re hearing? We’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review! Your thoughts help others discover the Purpose Finder Podcast, and your support helps us continue bringing impactful stories to our community.

What does it really take to rise from humble beginnings and turn obstacles into opportunities for impact? This episode pulls back the curtain for a truly raw and uplifting conversation you won’t want to miss. If you’ve ever wondered how someone takes life’s toughest moments and turns them into stepping stones for success, you’re in the right place. Charisa Munroe-Wilborn welcomes Malcolm Brown—also known as Dr. Solo Raw—a world-renowned tattoo artist, creative entrepreneur, and passionate minister on a mission. Malcolm’s journey is a vibrant testament to self-discovery, resilience, and the extraordinary things that can happen when you lean into faith and refuse to settle for less than your purpose. As you listen, think about your own journey—where you’ve come from, what you’re facing now, and where you still hope to go. Malcolm’s story isn’t just about overcoming setbacks; it’s about embracing them, learning from them, and letting them shape you into something even greater. Let this conversation spark your own belief that your challenges can become your launching pad. No matter where you’re starting from, you have everything it takes to create impact and live a life filled with purpose and meaning.   Timestamps: 06:21 Seeking Purpose and Connection 13:23 Inspired by Faith and Legacy 17:12 Divine Guidance and Surrogate Fathers 24:41 Discovering Limitless Potential 29:11 Applying God's Word for Success 33:42 Women's Transformative Retreat Cruise 40:56 Journey from Abundance to Empathy 48:35 Trust God's Wisdom 51:33 Overcoming Limitations Through Growth 59:31 Planning with Purposeful Trust 01:02:51 Guide to Achieving Your Destiny 01:05:40 Purpose Finder Podcast Wrap-Up #CharisaMunroe, #PurposeFinderPodcast, #LiveWithPurpose, #OvercomingObstacles, #FromStruggleToSuccess, #FaithAndResilience, #InspiringJourneys, #SelfDiscovery, #RiseAbove, #StoriesThatInspire, #MindsetMatters, #UnlockYourPotential, #PurposeDriven, #TattooArtistStories, #SoloRaw, #PersonalGrowth, #EntrepreneurJourney, #FaithInAction, #LegacyBuilding About the Guest Malcolm Brown is a life coach and founder of "Coach with Malcolm" and Soloraw, based in Chicago, Illinois. He offers personalized coaching services aimed at helping clients overcome challenges and achieve their goals in areas such as personal development, relationships, career advancement, nutrition, grief, and financial wellness. His approach emphasizes creating tailored roadmaps for success and providing support throughout the client's journey. Malcolm holds various certifications and qualifications in life coaching, although specific details are not listed on his website. Join Malcolm’s Online Study Wisdom Warehouse Grab his book: Ten Miles to Your Destiny   Follow Charisa on Social Media @charisamunroe1  Check our website www.charisamunroe.com Join our Purpose Finder Facebook Community Subscribe to Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisaMunroe1   What’s next…? Set sail on a journey of purpose and leadership—Pave the Path Women’s Retreat 2025 is calling! 🚀 Spots are limited, and the EARLY BIRD SPECIAL is on now! Don’t miss your chance to lock it in. SIGN UP HERE Discover your calling! Download the Purpose Finder Formula and take the first step today: YOUR PURPOSE IS WAITING!   Help Us Grow the Purpose Finder Community If today’s episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear these powerful purpose stories! Spread the word by sending this episode to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use some motivation and direction. Let’s build a community of purpose-driven individuals together, supporting each other with life-changing insights and inspiring conversations! Love what you’re hearing? We’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review! Your thoughts help others discover the Purpose Finder Podcast, and your support helps us continue bringing impactful stories to our community.