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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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Overcoming the Inner Critic: How Musicians and Creatives Can Find Confidence and Joy | The Making of Me
Jul 1200:21:45Tap to summarizeWhat if the biggest obstacle to your creative breakthrough was the voice inside your own head?In this inspiring episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Clementine Moss shares personal stories and practical techniques for quieting your inner critic, unlocking your creative potential, and expressing yourself with joy and confidence — no matter what art form you pursue.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:How to silence your inner critic and replace self-doubt with self-compassionPractical meditation and mindfulness techniques that keep you centered amidst creative chaosWhy self-judgment is the #1 enemy of artistic expression — and how to let it goHow to connect more deeply with your art and rediscover the joy of creatingPersonal stories of overcoming self-doubt as a musician and creative soulHow creative coaching can help you unlock your fullest artistic potentialWhether you're a musician, artist, writer, or any kind of creative — this episode will help you get out of your own way and back into your creative flow.🔗 Dive deeper or connect for creative coaching: http://www.clemthegreat.com/🔗 Follow Clementine Moss on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clementinemossmusic/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it resonated with you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one thing your inner critic tells you that you're ready to let go of?#Creativity #Mindfulness #Musician #SelfGrowth #MakingOfMePodcast #ClementineMoss #InnerCritic #Podcast #SelfCompassion #CreativeCoaching #ArtistLife #Meditation #SelfDoubt #Joy #CreativeExpression
Transcribe →How Losing 140 Pounds Transformed My Mindset and Business | The Making of Me
Jul 1200:21:29Tap to summarizeWhat happens when you decide to keep one promise to yourself — and it changes absolutely everything?In this powerful episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Brett Gallant — founder of Adaptive Office — shares how losing over 140 pounds completely reshaped his mindset, leadership style, and the business he built to protect over 100 organizations across Canada.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:The pivotal decision that started Brett's 140-pound weight loss journeyHow physical transformation directly unlocked a powerful shift in mindset and confidenceThe daily habits that carried him from burnout to becoming a respected leaderWhy keeping promises to yourself is the foundation of every lasting successHow personal transformation translated directly into business growth and leadership impactThe remarkable story of building a company that protects over 100 organizations across CanadaWhether you're battling burnout, struggling with consistency, or simply ready for a change — Brett's story will show you that transformation starts with one kept promise.🔗 Learn more about Brett Gallant & Adaptive Office: https://www.adaptiveoffice.ca/🔗 Connect with Brett Gallant on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-gallant-97805726/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it inspired you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one promise you've made to yourself that changed your life?#WeightLossJourney #MindsetShift #Entrepreneurship #PersonalGrowth #MakingOfMePodcast #BrettGallant #AdaptiveOffice #Podcast #Leadership #Transformation #Burnout #Confidence #HealthAndBusiness #KeepYourPromises #Motivation
Transcribe →Overcoming Setbacks: How to Build Resilience and Find Your Purpose | The Making of Me
Jul 1100:10:05Tap to summarizeWhat does it really take to bounce back from life's toughest setbacks — and come out stronger on the other side?In this inspiring episode of The Making of Me Podcast, 22-year US Army veteran Rich LaMonica shares powerful lessons from his military service, personal tragedies, and the difficult transition to civilian life — and the mindset that carried him through it all.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:How Rich overcame failure and personal tragedy to build an unshakeable resilienceThe valuable lessons 22 years of military service taught him about purpose and perseveranceWhy empathy is a superpower — and how developing it changed his lifeThe power of stacking small victories every day to build a winning mindsetHow to navigate the difficult transition from military to civilian lifeActionable advice for anyone searching for their purpose after a major setbackWhether you're a veteran, facing your own crossroads, or simply need a powerful motivational boost — Rich's story will remind you that your setbacks are never the final word.🔗 Learn more about Rich LaMonica, his book & connect for mentorship or speaking: https://www.themisfitnation.com/🔗 Connect with Rich LaMonica on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richlamonica/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it fired you up🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one small victory you've stacked recently that kept you moving forward?#Resilience #Motivation #FindYourPurpose #MakingOfMePodcast #RichLaMonica #MisfitNation #Podcast #VeteranStories #MilitaryLife #Mindset #Perseverance #Empathy #PersonalGrowth #Comeback #Inspiration
Transcribe →5 Mindset Blocks Preventing You From Getting Fit After 40 — And How to Overcome Them | The Making of Me
Jul 1100:25:55Tap to summarizeWhy is it so hard to stay consistent with fitness after 40 — and what's really going on in your mind?In this practical and eye-opening episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Allan Misner — author and host of the 40 Plus Fitness Podcast — breaks down the five most common mindset blocks that keep people over 40 from reaching their health and fitness goals.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:The 5 mindset blocks that are silently sabotaging your fitness journey after 40Whether you're a Windshield, Tires, Pedals, Copilot, or Atlas person — and what it means for your healthWhy consistency feels so hard after 40 — and the mindset shift that changes everythingPractical tips to finally break through your barriers and build lifelong habitsHow to tailor your fitness approach to your unique mindset typeWhy getting fit after 40 is not just possible — it's more powerful than everWhether you're just starting out or stuck in a cycle of stopping and starting — this episode will give you the clarity and tools to finally make it stick.🔗 Take the free Mindset Quiz & unlock your personalized guide: https://40plusfitness.com/🔗 Connect with Allan Misner on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachallan📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it motivated you🔔 Subscribe for more inspiration and actionable advice on healthy living after 40💬 Comment below — Which mindset type do you think you are — Windshield, Tires, Pedals, Copilot, or Atlas?#FitnessAfter40 #MindsetBlocks #MakingOfMePodcast #AllanMisner #40PlusFitness #Podcast #HealthyLiving #Fitness #Mindset #Over40 #LifelongHabits #Wellness #PersonalGrowth #HealthGoals #Motivation
Transcribe →From Depression to Purpose: How Faith Changed Alexander Horton's Life | The Making of Me
Jul 1100:17:19Tap to summarizeWhat happens when you hit the darkest point of your life — and faith becomes the light that changes everything?In this deeply moving episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Pastor Alexander Horton shares his powerful journey from deep depression and disbelief to finding lasting purpose and fulfillment through faith — and how that transformation led him to a life of ministry, authorship, and serving young people struggling just as he once did.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:The single moment that changed everything in Pastor Alex's lifeHis honest and raw journey through depression and disbeliefHow faith became the anchor that brought him back from the edgeWhy he dedicated his life to supporting young people who feel lost and aloneThe powerful connection between testimony, healing, and purposeHow ministry and authorship became the vehicles for his greatest impactIf you or someone you love feels lost, hopeless, or alone — Pastor Alex's testimony offers the hope, honesty, and healing you need to hear.🔗 Access resources, devotionals & connect with Pastor Alex: https://www.theheartofwhatwebelieve.org/🔗 Follow Pastor Alexander Horton on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reverend_horton_42?igsh=MTFpaDRhcmZscmJjZg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it touched your heart🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — Has faith ever pulled you through your darkest moment? Share your story!#Faith #Depression #MakingOfMePodcast #AlexanderHorton #Purpose #Podcast #MentalHealth #Christianity #Healing #Testimony #Ministry #Hope #YoungPeople #PersonalGrowth #Transformation
Transcribe →The Hidden Cost of Dismantling USAID: What the World Lost When America Stepped Back | The Making of Me
Jul 1100:41:15Tap to summarizeWhen USAID was dismantled, the world didn't just lose an agency — it lost decades of quiet, life-changing work.In this powerful and eye-opening episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Clifford Brown — former USAID mission director, author, and public servant — pulls back the curtain on exactly what was lost when America stepped back from one of its most impactful global institutions.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:The true human cost of dismantling USAID — beyond the politicsHow USAID's work touched humanitarian aid, public health, disaster response, and economic developmentThe remarkable story of how a single shipment of onions to Miami sparked entire new industries across Central AmericaWhy USAID's work benefited not just struggling communities abroad — but America itselfThe decades of quiet transformation that most people never heard aboutWhy America's global withdrawal means more than most people realizeIf you care about how America shows up in the world — this is a conversation you simply cannot afford to miss.🔗 Learn more about Clifford Brown & his work: https://cliffordbrown.substack.com/🔗 Connect with Clifford Brown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clifford8brown📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it opened your eyes🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What do you think America's role in the world should look like going forward?#USAID #ForeignAid #MakingOfMePodcast #CliffordBrown #HumanitarianAid #Podcast #GlobalDevelopment #PublicHealth #AmericanPolicy #DisasterRelief #EconomicDevelopment #WorldAffairs #Leadership #PublicService #GlobalImpact
Transcribe →How Nature Helps Women Find Their Authentic Voice | Amy Lou Jenkins | The Making of Me
Jul 1000:29:40Tap to summarizeWhat if the clarity you've been searching for isn't found in doing more—but in slowing down and reconnecting with nature?In this inspiring episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Amy Lou Jenkins—award-winning author, educator, speaker, and memoir coach—shares how spending time in nature helped her discover her authentic voice and embrace the person she was created to be. Through heartfelt stories, including meaningful walks in the woods with her son, Amy Lou explains how stepping away from the constant noise of modern life creates space for healing, self-acceptance, and genuine personal growth.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:Why nature is a powerful catalyst for self-discovery and healingHow unplugging from commercial culture helps you hear your authentic voiceThe importance of slowing down in a fast-paced worldHow self-acceptance leads to greater confidence and purposeWhy meaningful moments in nature can transform your perspective on lifePractical ways to reconnect with yourself through the natural worldIf you've ever felt disconnected from yourself or overwhelmed by the expectations of others, this conversation will inspire you to find clarity, peace, and confidence by reconnecting with nature.🔗 Learn more & connect with Amy Lou Jenkins:https://amyloujenkins.com/🔗 Connect with Amy Lou Jenkins on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyljenkins/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if Amy Lou's story inspired you.🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode.💬 Comment below — Where do you feel most connected to your authentic self?#TheMakingOfMe #AmyLouJenkins #Authenticity #NatureHealing #PersonalGrowth #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #Mindfulness #SelfAcceptance #MentalWellbeing #Purpose #Inspiration #Podcast #Nature #HealingJourney
Transcribe →From Single Mom to Successful Entrepreneur: Kira Hartley Klinger's Reinvention Story | The Making of Me
Jul 1000:20:50Tap to summarizeWhat if starting over at 40 turned out to be the beginning of the best chapter of your life?In this inspiring episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Kira Hartley Klinger shares her remarkable journey from being a single mom with no college education or formal job training to becoming a successful entrepreneur, bestselling author, public speaker, and television personality. After divorce, Kira transformed a simple side hustle of buying and selling overlooked auction treasures into a thriving business, proving that determination, resilience, and self-belief can change the course of your life.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:How Kira reinvented her life after divorce at the age of 40Why believing "I can" became the foundation of her successHow a small side hustle grew into a thriving businessThe mindset needed to overcome fear and embrace new opportunitiesWhy resilience matters more than experience or formal educationPractical lessons for anyone ready to start over and build a meaningful lifeIf you're facing a major life transition, wondering if it's too late to pursue your dreams, or looking for inspiration to begin again, this conversation will remind you that your next chapter could be your greatest one yet.🔗 Explore Kira Hartley Klinger's Dot Oddity Etsy shop:https://www.etsy.com/shop/DodOddity🔗 Connect with Kira Hartley Klinger on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kira-hartley-klinger-319a68a5/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if Kira's story inspired you.🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode.💬 Comment below — If you had to start over today, what dream would you pursue?#TheMakingOfMe #KiraHartleyKlinger #Entrepreneurship #Reinvention #SingleMom #Resilience #SmallBusiness #PersonalGrowth #WomenInBusiness #SecondAct #SuccessMindset #Inspiration #Podcast #StartOver #DreamBig
Transcribe →How a Miraculous Healing Changed Everything: From Skepticism to Faith | The Making of Me
Jul 1000:37:11Tap to summarizeWhat happens when someone who's mocked for their faith becomes the very person asking for prayer?In this inspiring episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Dr. David Chotka—author, speaker, founder of Spirit Equip Ministries, and prayer teacher—shares the unforgettable story of a hospital encounter that changed everything. What began with skepticism and ridicule turned into a medically verified healing that transformed both the skeptic and the believer. David explains how this remarkable experience shaped his lifelong conviction that hearing the voice of God and witnessing His work isn't reserved for a select few—it's an invitation for every believer.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:The incredible hospital encounter that changed two lives foreverHow an unexpected prayer led to a medically verified healingWhy doubt and faith often exist side by side on the journey of beliefHow ordinary people can experience extraordinary moments with GodWhat it means to hear God's voice in everyday lifeHow one miracle sparked a lifelong commitment to faith and spiritual growthIf you've ever questioned whether miracles still happen today or wondered if God still speaks to ordinary people, this conversation will encourage you to approach faith with fresh hope and expectation.🔗 Learn more & connect with Dr. David Chotka:https://www.spiritequip.com/🔗 Connect with Dr. David Chotka on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-chotka-at-spirit-equip/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if this story strengthened your faith.🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode.💬 Comment below — Has there ever been a moment that changed the way you viewed faith?#TheMakingOfMe #DavidChotka #Faith #Miracles #Healing #SpiritualGrowth #HearingGod #ChristianFaith #Testimony #Hope #RelationshipWithGod #ChristianLiving #Podcast #Inspiration #FaithJourney
Transcribe →Reprogramming Limiting Beliefs: How Changing Your Mindset Can Transform Your Life | The Making of Me
Jul 900:34:15Tap to summarizeWhat if the biggest obstacle to your success wasn't your circumstances—but the beliefs you've been carrying for years?In this empowering episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Jacob Gaspard—entrepreneur, business coach, and founder of Sales Boss—shares how breaking free from a scarcity mindset and rewriting limiting beliefs can transform every area of your life. Drawing from his own journey, Jacob explains why lasting success starts with changing your identity before changing your circumstances, and how courageous action creates momentum for personal and professional growth.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:How limiting beliefs are formed—and how to replace them with empowering onesWhy a scarcity mindset keeps people stuck, even when opportunities existThe importance of changing your identity before building your successPractical steps to reprogram your thinking and take courageous actionHow mindset shifts can positively impact your family, career, and businessWhy lasting transformation begins from the inside outIf you're ready to leave behind old patterns, embrace new possibilities, and build the mindset of a champion, this conversation will give you practical insights to help you move forward with confidence.🔗 Learn more & connect with Jacob Gaspard:https://jacobgaspard.com/🔗 Follow Jacob Gaspard on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thejacobgaspard?igsh=ZXcweTAyemk5MnVj&utm_source=qr📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it challenged the way you think.🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode.💬 Comment below — What's one limiting belief you've had to overcome?#TheMakingOfMe #JacobGaspard #Mindset #LimitingBeliefs #PersonalGrowth #SuccessMindset #SelfWorth #ScarcityMindset #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #SelfDevelopment #Transformation #GrowthMindset #Podcast #Success
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