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THE MAKING OF ME
Hosted by Aro Benaiah Kehinde · EN
“THE MAKING OF ME” is a podcast that explores the real experiences that shape who we become; the struggles, the lessons, the turning points, and the moments we usually keep to ourselves.
You’ll love this show if you enjoy honest storytelling, personal growth, and conversations that help you reflect on your own journey. Each episode breaks down simple but powerful truths about life, identity, and becoming better, one step at a time.
It’s real, it’s relatable, and it’s made for anyone who’s growing, evolving, or finding their way.
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How Solo Travel After 45 Can Redefine Confidence and Identity | The Making of Me
3w ago00:16:16Tap to summarizeWhat if the journey you needed most was the one you took completely alone?In this inspiring episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Paula Barnes shares how solo travel after decades of caring for her family across Asia helped her rediscover herself, rebuild her confidence, and find a profound new sense of belonging in midlife.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:How becoming an empty nester became the unexpected catalyst for Paula's solo travel journeyThe real fears and breakthrough moments that came with traveling alone after 45Why immersive, slow travel is one of the most powerful tools for midlife transformationHow solo travel can turn loss and transition into new purpose and identityWhy women over 45 are uniquely positioned to rediscover themselves through travelPractical inspiration for anyone considering designing their next chapter around travelWhether you're navigating an empty nest, a midlife transition, or simply searching for yourself again — Paula's story will inspire you to take that first solo step.🔗 Connect with Paula Barnes & explore more stories and resources: https://trulyexpattravel.com/🔗 Connect with Paula Barnes on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulabarrecabarnes/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it inspired you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — Have you ever traveled solo? What did it teach you about yourself?#SoloTravel #MidlifeJourney #RediscoverYourself #MakingOfMePodcast #PaulaBarnes #TrulyExpatTravel #Podcast #EmptyNester #WomenOver45 #Confidence #Identity #Healing #Transformation #TravelLife #PersonalGrowth
Transcribe →The FORWARD Method: How to Move Through Hard Times Without Losing Yourself | The Making of Me
3w ago00:31:34Tap to summarizeWhat if you had a proven blueprint for surviving life's toughest moments — without falling apart?In this warm and deeply insightful episode of The Making of Me Podcast, clinical neuropsychologist Dr. Vanessa Labode-Richman shares her powerful FORWARD Method — a proven approach for managing grief, burnout, and major life transitions while holding onto who you truly are.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:The four essential steps of the FORWARD Method — Framing, Outlook, Understanding, and ReflectionHow to rebuild after loss without losing your sense of self in the processPractical strategies for navigating grief, burnout, and major life transitionsWhy holding onto yourself during hard times is the most important act of resilienceThe neuroscience behind why certain approaches to hardship work better than othersWarmth, wisdom, and tools you can start using today to build lasting resilienceWhether you're grappling with personal loss, career changes, or simply want stronger tools for hard times — this episode will give you the blueprint you've been looking for.🔗 Learn more about Dr. Vanessa Labode-Richman & her work: http://www.drvanessaonline.com/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it helped you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — Which step of the FORWARD Method resonates most with where you are right now?#Grief #MentalHealth #Resilience #Burnout #MakingOfMePodcast #DrVanessaLabodeRichman #FORWARDMethod #Podcast #Neuropsychology #LifeTransitions #HealingJourney #SelfCare #PersonalGrowth #Transformation #Empowerment
Transcribe →How to Spot and Prevent Financial Abuse: Stories and Practical Advice | The Making of Me
3w ago00:22:55Tap to summarizeCould you recognize financial abuse if it was happening to someone you love — or even to you?In this eye-opening episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Amanda Cassar — financial empowerment expert — dives deep into real stories and practical advice on recognizing the early warning signs of financial control and abuse before it's too late.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:The early warning signs of financial abuse that most people overlook in relationshipsReal stories of financial control and manipulation — and what they teach usPractical steps to take control of your finances and protect yourself and your loved onesHow to set healthy financial boundaries in relationships before problems ariseWhy changing your mindset about money is your most powerful tool for protectionHow to move from surviving financial abuse to truly thriving on your own termsWhether you're protecting yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply wanting to be more financially aware — this episode will give you the knowledge and confidence to take action.🔗 Connect with Amanda Cassar & explore more resources: https://amandacassar.com.au/🔗 Connect with Amanda Cassar on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandacassar/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it empowered you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one financial boundary you've set that protected your peace and wellbeing?#FinancialAbuse #Empowerment #MoneyMatters #PersonalFinance #MakingOfMePodcast #AmandaCassar #Podcast #FinancialFreedom #HealthyBoundaries #MoneyMindset #WomenEmpowerment #FinancialLiteracy #Relationships #Survivor #Thriving
Transcribe →How to Change Your Reality: Understanding the Power of the Mind | The Making of Me
3w ago00:32:08Tap to summarizeWhat if the life you're living right now is simply a projection of your own consciousness — and you have the power to change it?In this thought-provoking episode of The Making of Me Podcast, One Iam explores the profound truth that the mind is the true source of reality — and why going within is the only real path to lasting change.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:Why what we perceive as the physical world is really a projection of our own consciousnessThe critical importance of going to the "cause" rather than reacting to external circumstancesHow silence, stillness, and awareness connect you to your true creative powerWhy real change starts within — and how to access that power starting todayPractical insights for anyone feeling stuck or limited by their current situationHow understanding the power of your mind can completely transform your experience of lifeIf you've ever felt trapped by your circumstances and wondered if real change was possible — this episode will show you exactly where to look.🔗 Discover more about the power of your mind: https://the-kingdom-within.com/🔗 Connect with One Iam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oneiam/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it opened your mind🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one mindset shift that completely changed your reality?#MindPower #ChangeYourReality #SelfAwareness #MakingOfMePodcast #OneIam #Podcast #Spirituality #Consciousness #Stillness #InnerPeace #Mindfulness #PersonalGrowth #Transformation #GoWithin #Awakening
Transcribe →How Adopting Six Siblings Changed My Life: A Journey Through Chaos, Healing, and Resilience | The Making of Me
3w ago00:39:31Tap to summarizeWhat happens when one phone call changes the entire course of your life — and the lives of six children?In this raw and deeply moving episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Bonnie Butler shares the honest, unfiltered story of how her family answered a call to adopt a sibling group of six children — and the extraordinary journey of chaos, heartbreak, and healing that followed.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:The life-altering phone call that changed Bonnie's family foreverThe honest challenges of foster care and adoption that most people never talk aboutHow boundaries, emotional regulation, and radical empathy turned heartbreak into healingWhy resilience isn't about never falling apart — but about learning how to return to centerThe breakthrough moments that transformed Bonnie's approach to parenting and self-doubtHow Bonnie now dedicates her life to coaching other parents through similar trialsWhether you're a parent, a foster or adoptive family, or simply searching for inspiration in the face of adversity — Bonnie's story will remind you that love is always worth the chaos.🔗 Connect with Bonnie Butler or learn more about coaching: https://bonniebutlercoaching.com/🔗 Connect with Bonnie Butler on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonnie-johnston-butler-a283b132b/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it touched your heart🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one moment that tested your resilience and taught you how to return to center?#AdoptionJourney #Resilience #FosterCare #Parenting #MakingOfMePodcast #BonnieButler #Podcast #EmotionalRegulation #RadicalEmpathy #Healing #FosterAdopt #ParentingCoach #Transformation #Boundaries #Inspiration
Transcribe →Why Going First Isn't Selfish: How Prioritizing Yourself Transforms Your Life and Family | The Making of Me
3w ago00:31:31Tap to summarizeWhat if the most selfless thing you could do for your family was to finally put yourself first?In this candid and deeply relatable episode of The Making of Me Podcast, life coach and JOY Consultant Rashi Kaur shares her journey from looking perfect on the outside to feeling completely lost within — and how one quiet decision to prioritize herself changed absolutely everything.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:Why prioritizing your own joy is not selfish — and how it actually transforms those around youHow Rashi broke free from the "autopilot" trap that was slowly draining her sense of selfThe powerful ripple effect that self-care has on your family and relationshipsHow small, everyday choices can rebuild your self-trust from the ground upWhy high-functioning women who look fine on the outside often feel the most disconnected insideHow setting the example of prioritizing yourself is one of the greatest gifts you can give your childrenIf you're a woman who has been running on empty while looking like everything is fine — Rashi's story and practical advice will resonate with you deeply.🔗 Connect with Rashi Kaur on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thejoyconsultant/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it resonated with you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one small thing you do to prioritize your own joy every day?#SelfCare #WomenEmpowerment #MentalHealth #FamilyTransformation #MakingOfMePodcast #RashiKaur #JOYConsultant #Podcast #SelfTrust #Autopilot #WomensWellness #PersonalGrowth #Motherhood #Joy #Transformation
Transcribe →How Writing a Spy Novel Changed a Pastor's Life | The Making of Me
4w ago00:12:28Tap to summarizeWhat happens when a pastor with four decades of ministry experience decides to write a spy novel?In this fascinating and deeply personal episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Drew McHolm shares his incredible journey from Glasgow to the pulpit — and how a lifelong passion for storytelling, personal experiences, and a promise to his late father fueled his determination to finish his first novel after four years.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:How Drew's journey from Glasgow to four decades of ministry shaped his unique storytelling voiceWhy he chose espionage and terrorism as the backdrop for exploring spiritual transformationThe powerful themes of redemption, forgiveness, and hard choices woven throughout his novelHow a promise to his late father became the driving force behind finishing Minister of JusticeWhy writing fiction became a vehicle for the deepest spiritual truths he wanted to shareWhy it is never too late to pursue the creative dreams you've carried your whole lifeWhether you're a pastor, a writer, or simply someone with a dream you've been putting off — Drew's story will inspire you to finally bring it to life.🔗 Get your copy of Minister of Justice & connect with Drew McHolm: https://drewmcholm.com/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it inspired you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one creative dream you've been putting off that you're ready to finally pursue?#Redemption #WritingJourney #DrewMcHolm #MakingOfMePodcast #SpyNovel #Podcast #ChristianFaith #MinisterOfJustice #Storytelling #NeverTooLate #Faith #Forgiveness #Author #PersonalGrowth #Inspiration
Transcribe →Why Spiritual Transformation Fades: The Surprising Truth from Romans 7 & 8 | The Making of Me
4w ago00:27:56Tap to summarizeWhy do so many Christians experience real spiritual change — only to watch it fade weeks or months later?In this deeply insightful episode of The Making of Me Podcast, John V. Ruggiero shares his decades-long struggle with this very question — and the surprising biblical answers he discovered that changed everything about how he understood spiritual transformation.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:Why so many Christians experience spiritual change that doesn't last — and what's really going onHow true, lasting transformation goes far beyond knowledge and behavior modificationWhy understanding sin as a living force — not just bad habits — is the key to real freedomThe powerful insights from Romans 7 & 8 that unlock lasting spiritual changeWhy personally interacting with Jesus — not just learning about Him — breaks old patterns for goodHow biblical reconstruction can lead to the deep, lasting transformation you've been searching forWhether you're a lifelong believer or simply searching for real, lasting change — this episode will completely reframe how you think about spiritual transformation.📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it resonated with you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — Have you ever experienced spiritual transformation that faded? What brought you back?#SpiritualTransformation #Romans #MakingOfMePodcast #JohnVRuggiero #ChristianFaith #Podcast #BibleStudy #Discipleship #TrueFreedom #Faith #SinAndGrace #PersonalGrowth #ChristianLiving #Transformation #Hope
Transcribe →How to Rebuild Your Identity After Major Life Changes: Lessons from Mandi Dana | The Making of Me
4w ago00:25:32Tap to summarizeWhat do you do when your business collapses, your marriage ends, and you lose a loved one — all at once?In this raw and deeply personal episode of The Making of Me Podcast, leadership coach Mandi Dana shares her honest story of rebuilding her identity from the ground up — and the powerful strategies that carried her from overwhelm and numbness to purpose, fulfillment, and true personal growth.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:How Mandi navigated the simultaneous collapse of her business, divorce, and loss of a loved oneWhy true change always starts with shifting your identity — not just your circumstancesThe power of embracing vulnerability as a tool for transformationHow reframing setbacks can turn your lowest moments into your greatest breakthroughsWhy leaning into community is essential when rebuilding from the ground upHow to reconnect with yourself and design a life you truly want to experienceIf you're feeling stuck, burned out, or searching for meaning beyond achievement — Mandi's story will show you that rebuilding is not only possible, it's the beginning of something far greater.🔗 Connect with Mandi Dana or book a welcome call: https://mandidana.com/🔗 Connect with Mandi Dana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandi-dana-6b27b110/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it resonated with you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one major life change that ultimately led you to rediscover yourself?#PersonalGrowth #Resilience #LifeChanges #MandiDana #MakingOfMePodcast #Podcast #IdentityRebuilding #Leadership #Vulnerability #Transformation #Burnout #Community #Purpose #SelfDiscovery #Fulfillment
Transcribe →The Difference Between Leadership and Management: Why Most Organizations Get It Wrong | The Making of Me
4w ago00:30:50Tap to summarizeAre you managing people — or actually leading them? There's a massive difference, and most organizations still don't know it.In this powerful episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Dr. Kevin Wayne Johnson breaks down the crucial differences between leadership and management — and why confusing the two is silently holding back organizations across every sector.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:The critical difference between leadership and management — and why it matters more than everWhy people need to be led, not just managed — and how to make that shiftWhat truly makes a great leader in government, business, and nonprofit sectorsHow great leaders consistently bring out the best in their teamsActionable tips to improve your communication, influence, and personal growthWhy developing true leadership skills is the most important investment you can makeWhether you're an aspiring leader, a seasoned manager, or simply passionate about making a positive impact — this episode will completely reframe how you think about leadership.🔗 Connect with Dr. Kevin Wayne Johnson & find all his books and resources: http://www.thejohnsonleadershipgroup.com/🔗 Connect with Dr. Kevin Wayne Johnson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinwaynejohnson📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it challenged your thinking🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — Would you say you're more of a manager or a leader right now — and what's one thing you'd like to change?#Leadership #Management #PersonalGrowth #Influence #JohnsonLeadershipGroup #MakingOfMePodcast #DrKevinWayneJohnson #Podcast #LeadershipDevelopment #TeamBuilding #Communication #Nonprofit #BusinessLeadership #Inspiration #Motivation
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