Words of a Warrior

I had the pleasure of sitting down with THE Tomas J Stanton, author of Wolves Don't Perform in The Circus, A collection of poetry in which encapsulates much of life experience and legacy - from his work as an educator, community organizer, and entrepreneur, but also as a human,  husband and father.  In this episode:  We deep dive into Tomas' journey into the world of poetry & spoken word by attending and eventually performing at one of the largest open mic nights in Phoenix seating over 500 people  We discuss how nearly 14 years later, after co-creating various poetry / spoken word programs within community art centers - Tomas is finally releasing his first book, which he'll be hosting a big community book release event and poetry performance in collaboration with Diana Resendiz, called INDIE - UP Festival happening Saturday May 11th from 7:30 - 10:30pm (ticket link below)  Tomas shared an intimate look on how pondering what legacy he wants to leave, especially for his children, is what initially sparked the idea for his book + a very moving poem that literally brings me to tears  We spoke a little bit about mental health and how poetry can be used as a therapeutic modality  Tomas shares about impact his lifestyle brand, “Righteous, Kinda” is making an impact within the community + invites me  to be a guest on his podcast (stay tuned for that)  If you are local to Phoenix, you are NOT going to want to miss the event he is putting on this Saturday!  Get tickets for the INDIE - UP Festival: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/indie-up-festival-tickets-877061212697?aff= Connect with Tomas J Stanton: https://linktr.ee/tomas.j.stanton?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabWhbYCKk9Nrp38LpJyWTsljJPEbjxWTtBBxQ694pE3ifJGX8BKdgnfEXk_aem_AULuGPelkBS68FUSyWmVTHlZt-9Urq3VbLGf8j5WQ96EwMbMvbdAZXgg2hq5dhK8FzOrrOwKxjh-kMao5SMuIY41 If we haven't yet, lets connect:  visit https://www.candywheelerofficial.com  https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/  https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial

The mastermind behind the BOPPIN record, "Isyo Day" - which is currently streaming on all major platforms, visual + music artist, designer, and creative genius Shereene Manimala joins me on the podcast to share some BIG inspiration and encouragement I met Shereene on Paola's REVIVE Retreat on the Big Island of Hawaii and instantly connected with her as a sister and fellow creative who is making World Waves quite literally within her music, creative career, and so much more. In this episode we discuss: Shereene's inspiration behind both her music and her design work and how exciting it's been for her to explore her creativity in BOTH areas The pressures that come with being a multi-passionate, multi-media artist and the importance of understanding that we don't have to choose between the things that we love Trial and error method and the possibilities that can open up when you follow your excitement and listen to your intuition The benefit of asking yourself who you want to BE vs what you want to DO Takeaways from the book the Artists Way by Julia Cameron + so much more If you want a dose of inspiration, definitely check out the full episode! Please check out her music on Spotify or Apple Music because it is SOOOOOO good! You can connect with Shereene via: Spotify / Apple Music: Upside Down Smilie YouTube.com/shereene Instagram.com/shereene.manimala Tiktok.com/shereene.manimala If we haven't yet, lets connect:  visit https://www.candywheelerofficial.com  https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/  https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial

When Heidi said yes to coming on the podcast to share her story - I immediately did a happy dance while bumping Madre Creator - her beloved hit song thats empowering women and mothers around the world! Heidi Rojas is a #1 hit songwriter, artist, proud first generation Latina, and Millennial mama of two. She is sharing songs from the most vulnerable corners of her heart, that she has written after nearly 10 years of therapy and healing and 5 years of motherhood to empower women, Latines, and madres to pursue their passions and support each other. With a published bilingual children's book on the way, and several other song releases and projects in the works, Heidi is a voice for women and mothers pursuing their passions at any age. After her many years of writing hit songs for major artists + a transition into motherhood, and a profound healing journey as a woman - Heidi found a new level of inspiration and creativity that's currently breaking the internet. From her single Madre Creator and its online video clip reaching nearly 7 million people world wide, to The Feelings Song reaching nearly 8 million - Heidi is on fire with an incredibly inspiring movement offering anthems of empowerment to everyday people. On this podcast episode Heidi shares: The uphill battles women face in the music industry & backstory of why she decided to put out her own music as an independent artist + turn it into an entire movement, now empowering other independent artists globally  How she grew her online platform to over 100 thousand + supporters, and ended up having the video clips of her songs go viral  What it was like experiencing postpartum depression after a near death experience with her second birth and how in turn, she wrote Madre Creator which is now empowering mothers in healing + remembering their sacredness and power  The inspiration behind a flood of other empowering songs that both she's written + released since Overcoming imposter syndrome as a first generation Latina  The work she does as a mentor and coach for other singer-song writers and why it's incredibly supportive What advice she would give to the version of her that was first starting out on her journey  + So much more  I am so beyond inspired by this woman and I left this podcast episode feeling like anything is possible which I imagine is how you will feel when you tap in and listen to both the episode and her music which is streaming on all major platforms  It really takes a village to succeed as an independent artist and I encourage anyone who finds inspiration & joy from her art to visit her shop online and grab some of her beautiful merchandise as well as download and bump her empowering music!  Website + Merch Shop: https://www.heidirojas.com/shop Follow Heidi for more empowering content + updates on live shows and new music via: Instagram.com/heidirojasmusic TikTok.com/heidirojasmusic  If we haven't yet, lets connect:  visit https://www.candywheelerofficial.com  https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/  https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial

Meet my friend Emma Castellanos, a teaching artist, painter, musician, birth doula, mental health advocate and so much more! Emma is one of the most kind, generous and expressive humans that I know and right when I met her - I knew she was a soul sister. She's never been one for small talk which I ADORE so much. Our conversations are always so meaningful and full of depth and this podcast episode is nothing short of that. In it you will hear: - Emma share some of the deeper parts of her personal story that have contributed to who she is + inspired her healing and mental health journey including the loss of a few of her loved ones and family members early on in life, struggles with anxiety, depression and developing a drug dependency, suicidal ideations, PTSD from s3xual assault and more. - A discussion around some different forms of therapy that Emma has found incredibly supportive and effective like EMDR, talk therapy, poetry, journaling, tantra & body painting - Emma speak about the importance of taking radical responsibility for your healing and mental health - Modern day issues around dealing with death and the impact that occurs from a lack of guidance around how to handle the shock, grief and tragedy it brings plus a cultural experience I had in Bali that had me ponder how we can start a conversation about recreating our relationship to death & transition of loved ones - The impact we are all making for the next generation of artists by taking the initiative to care for our mental health and sharing the therapeutic modalities that have helped us! - plus so much more Phoenix Familia! Save the date for Sunday May 19th from 10AM - 12PM at Abundant Space in Scottsdale - Join Emma and I for a VERY special women's workshop experience for your next level liberation, glowing confidence, and self expression. We will have a cacao circle + a body painting workshop + improv photoshoot! DM me for details! You can connect with Emma via her instagram: instagram.com/emma_isabella_c & check out her artwork via her website: www.emmacastellanosart.com If we haven't yet, lets connect:  visit https://www.candywheelerofficial.com  https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/  https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial

I've never smiled so hard while recording a podcast episode! Jaslean is the incredibly sweet, loving woman running the page Instagram: instagram.com/curatingcures - which is centered around generously offering a range of holistic health and wellness tips originally inspired by ancient Ayurvedic remedies taught to her by her mom.  What I love most about this page there how practical AND accessible the practices are as well as how it is SO encouraging around self care offering all these amazing at home remedies The other aspect I love is the holistic approach she takes, not only considering physical health, but also mental, emotional and spiritual as well.  I also LOVE it when she shares her thoughts and perspectives from her own personal journey because I find it all SO relatable.  On this episode, we dove into so many beautiful topics: The original inspiration & story behind Curating Cures, involving a special conversation with Jaslean's mom + getting out of your own way  Jaslean's top 3 biggest lessons of the last year  Artists dates and how they can support you in clarifying what is authentic for you Her decision to come off of birth control How to maintain a healthy relationship with social media and use it for good There is SO MUCH GOLD within this one episode!  You can connect with Jaslean via: Instagram: instagram.com/curatingcures Website: www.curatingcures.com Email: curatingcures@gmail.com Helpful links we mentioned: Artist date ideas: https://theartistswayblog.wordpress.com/2010/10/17/101-artists-date-ideas/ Shower filter: https://a.co/d/dpmcm8v If we haven't yet, lets connect:  visit https://www.candywheelerofficial.com  https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/  https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial

The first time I heard Tomi Simmons perform I CRIED. This slam poet and yoga teacher is one of the best in the game. Her writing skills + performance delivery is literally some of the best I've ever seen and she inspires me SO much. If you are ever lucky enough to see her perform LIVE then you will totally see what I mean! In this episode: Tomi and I sit down 1:1 for the very first time and talk about our relationship to poetry + the performance aspect of it She shares all about how she started and fell in love with it at a very young age, plus how it's helped her process trauma and communicate some really difficult things with her family that she may not have been able to otherwise. AND she was sweet enough to bless our ears with two of her beautiful poetry pieces and her inspiration behind them After hearing her share her love for this art, its almost as if poetry won my heart all over again. I am always so amazed at hearing just how much its helped others not only cope with difficulties of life, but also meet and connect with community and close friends. Tomi is now starting her very own poetry slam in the OC area and creating a space for more poets to come together and share their art. You can follow and keep up with upcoming events via instagram at: @ocpoetryslam And connect with Tomi directly via: Her website: https://www.tomisimmonspoetry.com/ Her instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomisimmonspoetry/ You can purchase her merchandise and also book her for upcoming poetry events, open mics etc! If we haven't yet, lets connect:  visit https://www.candywheelerofficial.com  https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/  https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial

I could spend hours on end listening to Shokouh tell her brave story of becoming a hypnotherapist and inspirational speaker. This is a woman who has been so courageous as to leap out of the modern corporate 9-5 lifestyle and start her business, Healing Activated, which is centered around a meaningful and fulfilling purpose to help others. Not before traversing an incredibly difficult path as an immigrant not just in one country, but two and facing all the challenges and adversities that came from fleeting her country during an intense political revolution. In this episode Shokouh dives in generously sharing: - Her story including all that she's overcome and how she managed to do so - From navigating a CPTSD diagnosis, to courageously sharing her voice on stage in front of hundreds of people, to boldly using her poetry and art as a tool for her activism - How the recent revolution in Iran had inspired her even more so to change the narrative and see things from a new lens - Her journey in becoming a hypnotherapist + a deep dive into the modality she's using to help others with stress and anxiety relief, inner-child healing, and even past life regression - The power of the subconsious mind and what happens when we tap into it + so much more Listen in for one of the most inspiring episodes yet! You can connect with Shokouh via: www.healingactivated.com and on instagram via: www.instagram.com/healingactivated You can also attend one of Shokouhs FREE group hypnosis sessions via: https://healingactivated.myflodesk.com/group-hypnosis.  AND she's even been so generous to offer 50% off of a private session SPECIFICALLY for Words of a Warrior Podcast listeners - just mention you heard this episode upon booking with her :) I cannot recommend this woman enough! She is AMAZING, trustworthy, and a true warrior! If we haven't yet, lets connect:  visit https://www.candywheelerofficial.com  https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/  https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial

Cylie is a top 2% producing agent across Arizona with over $45M in sales. Her success is based on positive referrals, earning the respect of her clients by working tirelessly on their behalf and offering candid advice. Her strengths lie in not only creatively analyzing and problem solving but also maintaining an easeful, fun experience. She averages over 35 sales per year, whether relocating, buying for the first time, up/downsizing, or investing, her knowledge and dedication to the client's experience and negotiating a deal remains unmatched. She is focused on collaborating with each unique client to ensure they understand each step of the buying or selling process, communicating and addresses any questions proactively. Outside of Real Estate Cylie is also a co-founder of the Ghost Poetry Show, which happens to be Arizonas largest poetry slam AND where we initially connected and she is one of the sweetest people I have ever met. In this episode Cylie and I drop in about a few things: - How she originally got into the field of real estate, the WHY behind all her successful results, hard-work and dedication + her take on how entrepreneurship has contributed to her personal growth - How putting yourself up against rejection, can help build self confidence and overcome imposter syndrome - The importance of self-care & community as a business owner - The state of the current real estate market and what we might be able to expect this coming year (it's exciting) - How Ghost Poetry show formed, became the largest poetry slam in Arizona and a safe haven for the local poetry community + how they are supporting poets in traveling to regional competitive tours - A BONUS treat for all of us, Cylie shares a beautifully written, orignal poem she wrote inspired by the poetry community in PHX Connect with Cylie Naylor: https://www.instagram.com/cyliesellsphx/ and if you're interested in any consultative meetings you can email Cylie via  Cylie@northandco.com  Learn more about the Ghost Poetry Show: https://www.instagram.com/ghostpoetryshow/ and get tickets to the next show (Feb 6th) or attend a writing night via ghostpoetryshow.com  If we haven't yet, lets connect:  visit https://www.candywheelerofficial.com  https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/  https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial

I was so excited to finally bring my sweet friends / local up & coming band Galactic Harmony to the podcast It's been nothing short of epic witnessing these 4 immensely talented singer, songwriter & multi-instrumentalists come together to create music and community centered around consciousness & connection  In this episode we deep dive into: Tori & I meeting backstage at a concert and instantly connecting as good friends How Galactic Harmony formed as a band, began writing & composing music together + grew a loving community of fans by consistently playing live shows locally The stories behind their latest EP project ‘The Transmission' which is streaming on all major platforms now Where their inspiration comes from & their unique process of creating a song from an seeded idea to a fully formed, performance ready work of art How they navigate personal challenges and take care of their mental & emotional well being + bond as a band How they raced against time to capture the beautiful & scenic sunset shots for the “Moving On” music video What they each uniquely bring to the table as individuals including the many funky sounds of Jaden Chavez, alternate tunings, classical instruments, poetry, organization skills & more  PLUS, they shared some exclusive live performances including their NEWEST single “Selfless” which will be streaming on all major platforms on 12/22/23  You can learn more about Galactic Harmony via: https://campsite.bio/galacticharmony Instagram.com/galacticharmony https://m.youtube.com/@galacticharmony Facebook.com/galacticharmonymusic  Stream their latest EP & upcoming single on Spotify, Apple Music, or other major streaming platforms: https://open.spotify.com/artist/62lU7voy58QM1HazXpMlPN?si=J4tzoRIkQECfMYkROkmnXQ https://music.apple.com/us/artist/galactic-harmony/1699787701 + follow the band members individually on IG via:  https://www.instagram.com/torikristine.music https://www.instagram.com/rymo.now https://www.instagram.com/jabotanicals https://www.instagram.com/kenrexer Special thanks to our team for bringing together this episode: Podcast Audio: Recorded & engineered by Kenny Rexer  Video, BTS, Day of recording catering: Lys  (https://www.instagram.com/evolvebylys) Video edited by: Zack Roundy https://youtube.com/@Strawbawii?si=t4hDErcrmera-mMX If we haven't yet, lets connect:  visit https://www.candywheelerofficial.com  https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/  https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial/

What an honor to interview the legendary Renee Hecker aka “Wing It Mom” aka One True North Life Coaching… A sweet, inspiring woman, law of attraction life coach, motivational content creator, mother of 12 and widower to her late husband Nathan Hecker. Renee wears many hats in life, but what I am most inspired by is the wise, heart-centered human that she is. She is a well of wisdom, full of resources and tools to support her clients in creating a life that they absolutely adore, experiences ranging across the board from partnership to parenting to home birthing, homesteading and homeschooling + tons of motivational golden nuggets in which she did not hold back on this episode Renee generously shared about her incredibly unique & loving relationship with her late husband, Nathan. She spoke to the true ins and outs of their very real partnership & how her and Nathan made it through some really bumpy times in their experience together as well as some of their sweet memories as a couple and as parents.  In 2020, Nathan was killed a tragic work accident, which left the whole Hecker family to grieve the loss of their sweet, strong and supportive chief. Renee sat down with her family and said, “Lets live our lives to honor him” and that became their motto.  We touched on so many topics such as The law of attraction and how it worked for her and manifesting her relationship with Nathan in the first place Healthy dynamics of a strong and healthy partnership  Letting go of control & trusting in the full spectrum of lessons that life has to offer How they made it through some really tough times and stuck together How Renee processed the grief of Nathan's loss and ‘found love again' in a whole new way I left this episode feeling so connected, hopeful and blasted open to the possibilities that this life has to offer understanding the power of gratitude ESPECIALLY when navigating grief  You can connect with Renee and learn more about her coaching by visiting her website:  https://onetruenorthllc.com/ And on social media via:  https://www.instagram.com/onetruenorth_lifecoaching/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063900816560 If we haven't yet, lets connect:  visit https://www.candywheelerofficial.com  https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/  https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial/

I was so excited when one of my favorite artists & the author of the interactive journal Draw Your Feelings, Rukmini Poddar said she'd come onto the podcast to share the backstory of this genius practice and new book that has been helping people connect with & process their emotions and therefore connect deeper with each other.  Rukmini Poddar is an artist, designer, and illustrator. Her creative passion lies at the intersection of emotional wellness and creative storytelling. She is also a 100 Day Project artist and author of the book 100 Days of Obscure Emotions. In this episode Rukmini talks about how this whole project started with her participating in the global instagram challenge called the 100 day project for 9 years in a row. This led Rukmini building an online audience from 1000 or so followers to over 100k people connecting over her unique way of drawing obscure emotions. She started hosting interactive zoom classes and teaching people how to do this for themselves and now people everywhere can access dozens of prompts to work with to process & regulate their emotions.  We dove deep and spoke about: The ebbs & flows of creativity and how to honor our seasons as people, first and foremost, but also as creatives and artists Her favorite ways to navigate dealing with “the inner critic” in our head & tap into the wisdom of the body through creative expression How to overcome the fear of success and put yourself aside to let your creative projects serve who they are meant to  The book “Draw Your Feelings” is now available for preorder via:  https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/705546/draw-your-feelings-by-rukmini-poddar/  More on Draw Your Feelings: An interactive guide to help readers connect with, learn, and process their emotions creatively. Our emotions add color to our lives. Happiness can feel like bright sunshine. Anxiety can feel like a gray cloud. Even though it may be uncomfortable at first, it's clear that sitting with your emotions, feeling them fully, and exploring their depths can teach you more about yourself and help you better anticipate and process big feelings when they come. In this mind-opening and beautifully illustrated guide, popular artist Rukmini Poddar guides you through the steps to creative self-reflection, giving your emotions a physical representation through lines, shapes, colors, and more. With exercises tailored to beginners and experts alike, readers will learn basic drawing skills and take them all the way to mapping their emotional landscape. Draw Your Feelings will stretch creative muscles you didn't know you had. At the end of the journey, you will transform the way you interact with yourself and the world. You can connect with Rukmini on her website & check out all her upcoming events & workshops at:  www.dearruksi.com   & on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/rockinruksi/ If we haven't yet, lets connect:  visit https://www.candywheelerofficial.com  https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/  https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial/

Have you ever gone on an extended trip & spent enough time away from your day to day life and routine to receive valuable insights into how you've been showing up & where you have space in your life to grow as an individual & in your relationships?  On the latest podcast episode, I had the pleasure of dropping in with singer, song-writer Nina Grae and talking about the inspiration behind her latest single “When I Come Back” as the song reflects the deep lessons that come from such a journey.  Having JUST taken an extended solo trip to California myself and living van life for 2 weeks, this song couldn't have come at a better time for me to have my own personal reflections.  We talked about the liberation that comes from witnessing ALL the parts of ourselves and holding them with grace while also being honest & open with ourselves on where we have room to grow as it relates to prioritizing/taking care of ourselves and having healthy boundaries when it comes love & relationships Nina & I also spoke about how creative expression can be an outlet to process life lessons & the many different emotions we experience as well as how relationships can be such mirrors for our growth. Tune into hear this juicy conversation + get a SNEAK preview of Nina Grae's latest single, “Ghosts” releasing on all streaming platforms September  Nina loves to work with people in opening and activating their voices which you can check out at ninagrae.com/session & you can follow Nina on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ninagrae/ and check out all her music streaming on all major platforms by searching Nina Grae If we haven't yet, lets connect:  visit https://www.candywheelerofficial.com  https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/  https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial/

Imagine one of the most tragic life events ends up leading you back to one of your most precious paths…. At the peak of the pandemics uprising, my sweet friend Grace and her family received the news that her father had been killed in a work accident. Between processing the grief of his loss + facing the possibility of losing the business she'd worked so hard on building over the last decade, Grace found herself being drawn to an old expression she'd always loved so much, painting.  Since rediscovering her love for this form of art, she decided to dedicate time & energy to honing her skill and selling her paintings fully leaning into her path as an artist.  This wasn't before Grace spent 10 years growing a massage business from a private practice in a 200 square foot room to now a highly successful spa with 19 employees.  In this episode she drops tons of wisdom, life lessons and insights on her journey in both business and in life.  One other really cool thing I find fascinating about her is that this off-grid living life style I hear so many people dreaming of returning back to - Grace grew up in.  With her mom home birthing her and her 11 siblings to being raised in a home with no tv, heater or a/c and an outhouse - she spills the juicy details of what this was like for her I'll speak for myself and say I left this episode feeling so inspired & grateful to have hd a refreshingly deep & meaningful conversation  We laughed, we cried & per usual we held nothing back Tune in to hear Grace's inspiring life story and receive some golden nuggets on how to take life experiences and turn them into lessons for your personal growth You can connect with Grace at:  https://gracebjork.com/ https://www.instagram.com/gracebjork_art/ & https://www.instagram.com/gracebjork_/ If we haven't yet, lets connect:  visit https://www.candywheelerofficial.com  https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/  https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial/

I've been looking forward to dropping this episode with one of my dearest friends because it is JAM PACKED with so much gold - from the inception of the well-known & beloved community healing center in Scottsdale, Arizona 'Abundant Space' to the birth of her adorable baby boy, Kseniya holds NOTHING back as we dive into the juicy details of motherhood, entrepreneurship, her PRIMAL birthing story, personal healing, sobriety & so much more. Let's just say this was a very ABUNDANT episode - we covered ALOT I'll be honest and say Kseniya is one of the most kind, generous and HILARIOUS people that I know. She has brought so much love, joy, healing & laughter to every single person in our community and I seriously cannot imagine life without her. She's facilitated breathwork ceremonies at multiple retreats I've hosted and has been such a huge support as a friend, sister & fellow business owner. Abundant Space - has been home to countless Warrior Women gatherings and cacao circles over the years and its been beyond special. And then there's Prince Theo, who we all love so so much. Just like his mama, this handsome baby boy has brought so much beauty, love, and laughter into our lives and I appreciate how much he teaches us all. Hearing the story of how Theo came into this world was so sweet. I am forever fascinated by miraculous experience that is birth. Tune into listen & you can check out all the latest events & happenings by visiting: www.abundantspaceforall.com https://www.instagram.com/abundantspace/ If we haven't yet, lets connect: visit https://www.candywheelerofficial.com https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/ https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial/

Upon a very special stop on their tour, I was lucky enough to meet & connect with one of the most amazing Indie Folk music duos ever! A married couple from NYC, who lives & tours out of their conversion van with both their cat Oakley and dog Cuda, sharing their uplifting music with the world - talks about the ins and outs of their inspirational story of writing, recording, and sharing music, creating a beautiful life traveling, touring, and making a beautiful impact doing what they love. From how they met as roommates / bandmates to developing their romantic relationship and deciding to invest in a van and tour together, Trevor and Nyna have been living a beautiful dream of theirs sharing their healing and supportive music everywhere including right here on this podcast episode. Tune in to listen to these two play some tunes LIVE - and share their inspiration behind them! You can check our their latest record, Land of the Gemstones, or any of their previous works streaming on all major platforms :) I purposely did NOT edit anything out of this podcast to give you the entirety and rawness of this experience and conversation. This was also recorded virtually via zoom so you might here some glitches etc and if you want to check out the real, FULL experience of fort vine and their beautiful music check it out via https://fortvine.com/ & follow their instagram account at https://www.instagram.com/fortvine/ You can also support Fort Vine in their mission by sending them a tip, purchasing merchandise or even hosting them for a concert in YOUR backyard, coffee shop, event, venue etc! There are so many golden nuggets within this episode. Take a listen :) If we haven't yet, lets connect: visit https://www.candywheelerofficial.com https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/ https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial/ https://www.youtube.com/@wordsofawarrior https://www.tiktok.com/@candy_wheeler

An open invitation to all women to join in on a beautiful, ceremonial day retreat for women happening on Sunday, August 13th from 10:30am - 7:00pm  If you are looking for a spiritually expansive community in Phoenix, Arizona - you NEED to know Taylor Wray - she's an artist, alchemist, yoga teacher, healer, light worker, community event facilitator and so much more  Taylor and I have known each other for years. We initially connected online (thanks Instagram) after a friend of mine sent me her website as “inspo” and officially met in person a few months later in person at a women's event (no surprise there) We've since continued to circle around each other, reconnecting at various community events around the valley and in ceremonial spaces as well. Taylor is a walking inspirational story - from choosing a life of sobriety after struggling with anxiety, depression and addiction and deciding to fully embrace her purpose as a yoga teacher and healing guide and community leader.  In this episode, we talk about the upcoming ceremonial day retreat called Awakening Sacred Feminine and deep dive into Taylor's journey with healing from addiction and working with plant medicines of different kinds and how it's helped her on her path  We are both Scorpios so obviously trigger warning Tune in!  To sign up for Awakening Sacred Feminine Event click the link below: https://www.taylorwrayyoga.com/awakening-womens-day-retreat Connect with Taylor: https://www.instagram.com/taylor_wrayyoga https://www.instagram.com/livininflow/ https://www.taylorwrayyoga.com/ If we haven't yet, lets connect: visit https://www.candywheelerofficial.com https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/ https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial/ https://www.youtube.com/@wordsofawarrior https://www.tiktok.com/@candy_wheeler

This episode is full of depth and inspiration. I had the honor of deep diving with one of my closest girl friends, Paola Ucelo - who is an artist, a poet, a designer, ceremonialist/retreat curator, organizer for Indigenous Mayan leaders in Guatemala, as well as a spirit led mentor & guide for facilitators, visionaries, creatives, and heart-led leaders. Paola recently just launched a ritual inspired clothing line, called "Altar" which is currently offering a select amount of the most beautiful hand-made kimonos with her channeled art embroidered into them. Each sacred piece comes along with a poetic transmission and is curated for the passage of life. In this conversation, we talk about: - The inspiration behind this project & how good it feels to initiate a project that encompasses everything you love -The power of love and how much of an impact it's made on us in our lives - Our reflection of the REVIVE retreat Paola led earlier this summer on the Big Island of Hawaii, which I got the opportunity to support with and what we took away from that experience - How we love reflecting on how much our lives have shifted since we met and how grateful we our to be able to see each other through all of it - Choosing a path that is true for you There is so much wisdom packed into this one conversation & just know this isn't the only time I plan on bringing Paola onto this podcast :) If you'd like to support the project - follow Altar on https://www.instagram.com/altarbypaolaucelo/ You can also connect with Paola directly on https://www.instagram.com/paolaucelo_/ or visit her website www.paolaucelo.com If we haven't yet, lets connect: visit https://www.candywheelerofficial.com https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/ https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial/ https://www.youtube.com/@wordsofawarrior https://www.tiktok.com/@candy_wheeler

Hey friends, Today I come to you with Kakao Drinking Chocolate in hand with a raw free flow conversation in real time of what is on my heart right now. I'll be honest, it's been an emotionally charged week and there is a lot on my heart, and this is a small glimpse of whats going on in my world and my reflections about it all. I know Venus is retrograde right now and even if you're not into astrology like that I'll bet you can still find something to relate to here on this episode. The information for the two events that I mentioned can be found on my website: www.candywheelerofficial.com Also - if you resonated with this conversation and want to chat, feel free to message me: https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/

Whether you believe in astrology or not, you'll find this episode full of wisdom & gems from natal astrology expert, yoga teacher & coach Jessica McLean. Jessica is a self-made entrepreneur, mother of 4, wellness enthusiast and a fellow projector human design. She joined one of my group mentorship programs back in 2019 where she committed to building and growing her coaching business. She has since helped hundreds (if not thousands) of people with spiritual self mastery through her courses, programs, readings & more. On this episode she utilizes the ancient technology of traditional astrology to break down my personal natal chart to show all of us just how much the planetary placements in the sky when we were born plays a role in our personality and how we can use this information to become more self-aware. In my experience this was eye-opening and felt like a full permission slip to own the qualities in which make me, me. Listen in and learn some intimate details about the Words of a Warrior Podcast host ;) Want to get connected with Jessica McLean directly? Visit: https://www.instagram.com/jesssicaness www.selfsoulspiritual.com Have we gotten connected yet? https://www.candywheelerofficial.com https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/ https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial/ https://www.youtube.com/@wordsofawarrior https://www.tiktok.com/@candy_wheeler

One of the most common questions I get asked these days is when I started writing & sharing poetry. I have never found a simple answer because for me, its a little layered. I used to write a ton when I was really young and found it to be such a supportive tool in processing my emotions. Though I had tucked it away to focus my energy all in one place, this specific creative medium never REALLY left my side. In this episode I share about the one experience that brought me back to the expression that has helped me reach thousands of people both in person and online + some fun facts you might not know about me if we've met in the last few years. I also share one of my most beloved and first full written spoken word piece, "It Was Worth It" Wanna connect? Visit: https://www.candywheelerofficial.com https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/ https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial/ https://www.youtube.com/@wordsofawarrior https://www.tiktok.com/@candy_wheeler

I'm stoked to welcome my first guest onto the show, a dear friend & soul sister Makenzie McPherson.  Makenzie is one of the cofounders of Kakao - whole bean, heirloom drinking chocolate sourced from small family farms in both Peru & Guatemala  If you know me at all, you know I'm a huge cacao person since the day I had my first cup nearly 6 years ago and experienced the powerful heart opening properties this beautiful medicine brings. I've since been holding gatherings of my own, cultivating a beautiful heart centered community that offers a supportive space to feel seen, heard and uplifted.  For the very first time, Makenzie & I were blessed to hold a gathering together in Phx, Arizona and even after years of doing this, we're still blown away at the power of coming together in counsel with one another.  In this episode we-  - Share a little bit about cacao and how this beautiful plant has supported us personally - Discuss the connection it's helped us strengthen with the Earth (a sneak peak into Makenzies upcoming book)  - Reflect on the recent gathering we held in Phx + our takeaways  - Dive into the 5 stages of grief and share a few small tips on how I've navigated it + talk the gifts that can come along with it If you love this episode, please feel welcome to leave a review down below or share via your social accounts & tag us:  Instagram.com/kakaodrinkingchocolate  Flykakao.com (use referral CANDY for 10% off your first purchase only)  www.womanwarriorinyou.com/clickme https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/ https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial/ https://www.youtube.com/@wordsofawarrior https://www.tiktok.com/@candy_wheeler

Hi there, Enjoy this a short introduction into myself and what you can anticipate on this podcast :) I'm really looking forward to deep diving & connecting with you through sharing these conversations on this platform. Lets connect on: www.womanwarriorinyou.com/clickme https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/ https://www.facebook.com/candywheelerofficial/ https://www.youtube.com/@wordsofawarrior https://www.tiktok.com/@candy_wheeler

The subject that nobody loves to talk about, but is impacting millions around the world In this episode: Somatic Healing & Trauma Coach, Nathasya O.M comes back on the podcast for a second time to dive deeper into the mental health struggles she mentioned on Episode 24 and gives us the full story of surviving her 3 attempts at suicide. Tune in to hear her message for anyone struggling with depression, anxiety, loneliness & thoughts of suicide or knows someone who is. ****This episode will discuss suicide, which may be triggering**** If you or someone you know is suicidal, call the national suicide prevention lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or text nami to 741-741 ****Listener discretion is advised**** ****This episode is not a substitute for therapy, if you are feeling depressed, anxious or need to talk with someone visit nami.org or text “nami” to 741-741**** We are sharing this message to remind you that you are loved, cared for, and that you have many reasons to stick around. Resources: Follow Nathasya on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathasyaom/?hl=en Visit Her Website: https://www.akkuholistichealth.com/click-here Subscribe to her podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4TaHBuhaBmIwyXt0U7m2NB Show Notes: The CDC states 1 if 4 young adults have considered suicide since the coronavirus pandemic began & Suicide rates among those aged 10-24 increased nearly 60% between 2007 and 2018 Nathashya shares her personal experience with how her childhood trauma lead her to being suicidal by the age of 14 We talk the stigma & how its very much still present in today’s time An important message for anyone struggling themselves or knows someone who is Guest Bio: Nathasya O.M is the founder of AKKU Holistic Health, Somatic Trauma Coach, Breathwork Teacher, and the host of 'Resilient Chat with Nat' Podcast. Bridging modern and ancient techniques, she specializes in guiding leaders of all genders to release their emotional trauma through mind, body & soul connection so they can finally be free and thrive in their life. Through her embodied work, she has also helped men & women around the world to heal from issues such as chronic illnesses, chronic pain, anxiety, hormonal imbalance, as well as to have stronger relationships with themselves & others. She is known for her sensitivity and the deep release she brings to her sessions and workshops.

It can either paralyze you or be your guide In this episode: After going through her first 200 hour yoga teacher training relapsing shortly after, Taylor shares her story of how yoga was a catalyst for her in overcoming drug addiction and choosing a life of sobriety. Now she helps other yoga teachers work through the fear of sharing their voice and become confident space holders for their communities! Resources: Follow Taylor on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylor_wrayyoga/?hl=en Visit Her Website: https://www.taylorwrayyoga.com/ Subscribe to her podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yoga-teacher-circle/id1521749524 Show Notes: Fear can either paralyze you or act as your guide for what’s next in your expansion depending on how you relate to it Everyone has experienced trauma on some level so being trauma informed as a space holder is a responsibility Yoga goes far beyond what happens on the mat, these practices apply to every area of life Letting others support you can actually serve as a huge opportunity to grow more into your zone of genius Guest Bio: Taylor is a Yoga and Mindfulness teacher who is passionate about creating an inclusive yoga community for everyBODY. She loves to share the yoga lifestyle, what it means to ‘live yoga’, and offers mindfulness tools to help others connect deeper to themselves and those around them. You can find her around Phoenix leading Yoga teacher trainings, workshops and special events.

Plus tap in to hear insights on the Gemini Full Moon so you don’t lose your shit! In this episode: Jessica and I lift the curtain and talk about how the journey of spiritual growth is beautiful AND messy and ways you can start embracing EVERY part of it a little more plus we share tools you may not know your missing Resources: Follow Jessica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesssicaness/?hl=en Visit Her Website: https://selfsoulspiritual.com/ Subscribe to her podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-dijesst/id1461797248 Show Notes: Gemini Full moon energy update - what you need to stay grounded Honor all parts of your journey and don’t try and skip over steps you can’t skip Comparison is actually a form of inspiration, showing you what you really want When you show up for you, the world will show up for you Guest Bio: Jessica McLean (@jesssicaness) is a Spiritual Life Coach helping people connect to their highest selves by learning the language of their intuition & healing their childhood trauma through chakra balancing, yoga, meditation, astrology & much more; all while being a mama & doing some healing of her own.

An intimate, insider’s only deep dive into one of the juiciest and profoundly healing books available on the market today! In this episode: Originally recorded live with the warrior women community, Michael gives us an inside look into his latest body of work that he wrote with the intention to restore the heart and innocence back into sex & love-making. Resources: Order your copy: https://www.johnhuntpublishing.com/changemakers-books/our-books/everything-you-never-learned-about-sex Show Notes: Michael shares The Best Story Never Told We take a deep look into the different types of sex conditioning and programming most millenial men experience from pornography, religion, and other forms of traditional sex education How deeper intimacy can bring deeper healing and vice versa How to use your sex energy for good Plus BONUS live Q&A - the best questions finally answered Guest Bio: Michael McPherson is the author of Everything You Never Learned About Sex: Take Back Your Masculine Power & Use Your Sex Energy For Good, co-founder of REQUESTbar, a high-vibe food manufacturer on a mission to get people to dream bigger and take courageous leaps in making those dreams come to life, co-founder of KAKAO Ceremonial Drinking Chocolate, a non-profit devoted to saving native stains of cacao and making ceremonial-grade cacao available to the Western world, and co-founder of KAPU, a community app for light workers to gather and share their heart-centered gifts, services, and wisdom in a safe and sacred container.

Tired of the BS “Make 6 figures in 6 weeks” ads filled with empty promises? Tap in to hear some REAL talk! In this episode: My good friend Virginia Scroggins shares about how she went from winning $500 in an online fitness challenge to building a 6 figure business and turning her side hustle into her FT income! (No get rich quick talk here - only real raw truth of what it really takes) Resources: Follow Virgina On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virginia_scroggins/?hl=en DM her to ask about coaching or hear about the latest fitness challenge! Show Notes: Accountability & support is key to success in anything you do Start asking, “Why not me?” no matter how wild your big dreams are Turning a side hustle into a FT business takes commitment, drive & resilience & its worth it Why we decided to follow our excitement & do the #75HARDCHALLENGE Guest Bio: PharmD turned online fitness coach. Virginia is originally from Canada now living in AZ with her husband and pup Bruce. She played 3 years of college volleyball then got accepting in Pharmacy School. During Pharmacy School she started her online coaching business. She graduated in 2016 with her PharmD but decided to take the unconventional path and go all in with her business. She has built a super successful business and helps her husband run his non-profit organization 4LIFE Foundation giving back to the youth.

3 Weeks Into the #75hardchallenge and here is what I've learned! In this episode: I talk about why most people struggle to believe in themselves and steps you can take to start shifting that and building confidence Resources: There are 3 spots left in the Lead Like A Warrior Mastermind group starting 11/11/2020 - Book a Call With Candy to enroll now at: https://www.womanwarriorinyou.com/workwithcandy Show Notes: I am 21 days into the #75hardchallenge & here is what I’ve discovered When you don’t keep your promises to yourself, the consequence is that you lose belief in yourself What is your version of “next level” & have you decided on it?

How you can experience more confidence, trust & surrender on your enlightenment path In this episode: Rissa and I talk about the experience of unlocking your intuitive gifts & how to feel more confident on your path PLUS her upcoming Belize retreat & more Resources: Subscribe to Rissa’s Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/rissavibes Sign up for the Ethical Witches & Wizardry Retreat in Belize (3/12-3/19): https://www.serenityretreatsbelize.com/ethical-sorcery-retreat Follow Rissa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readingsbyrissa/?hl=en Join her FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/209305363527483/?ref=share Get your special gift from Rissa at: https://mailchi.mp/f73b13f8531c/vmuv69adst Show Notes: Connecting with your ancestors & spirit guides can help you feel more confident in your path and in your gifts Its normal to feel a little confusion at the beginning and how setting clear intentions can help you breakthrough feeling stuck or stagnant Why mentorship & retreats work and how you can tap into your intuition & feel more empowered Guest Bio: Rissa Vibes is a Love & Light Trance Channel, Intuitive Guide & Conscious recording artist activating higher vibrational frequencies within the Physical, Emotional, Spiritual & Cosmic Self through Intuitive Development Coaching, Sacred Energy Cleansings, Intuitive Readings, Motivational Speaking, Music and many transformative events for personal development. Rissa has been helping spiritually curious people illuminate their enlightenment path and activate their divine gifts for over 5 years! With her degree and experience in psychology and behavioral health counseling, Rissa is able to provide a balanced approach for both scientific and creative minds alike. She absolutely LOVES fulfilling her purpose in service to the world in this way and she can’t wait to be of service to YOU!

The greatest form of accountability is learning how to keep the promises that you make to yourself. Unfortunately, so many of us haven’t locked that in - and I’ll be honest with you, I don’t think that it's because we lack discipline or integrity. In this episode: I share the five areas that determine whether or not you will succeed at ANYTHING you set out on. Resources: Sign up for my {free} LIVE online masterclass: Lead Like A Warrior on Thursday 10/22: www.womanwarriorinyou.com You can select from three different time slots: 11AM, 1PM and 3PM PST Show Notes: Your willingness to risk failure/rejection Your context of yourself Your conviction Your resilience/tolerance for discomfort Your understanding of your inherent desire for belonging

Let go of all that's been holding you back & keeping you small so that you can reclaim power over your day to day life In this episode: Natashya and I talk about how even the simplest childhood traumas can be impacting you today and offer practical tools on how to navigate this healing so that you can stop letting it run your life. Resources: Follow Natashya on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathasyaom/?hl=en Check Out Her Website: www.akkuholistichealth.com Show Notes: Memories are stored in the body on a cellular level Even the simplest childhood traumas can be impacting your life now from day to day Reparenting is a tool to experience feeling safe even in times of fear and unknown Body work can help you develop a healthier relationship with your emotions Guest Bio: Nathasya O.M is the founder of AKKU Holistic Health, Somatic Trauma Coach, Breathwork Teacher, and the host of 'Resilient Chat with Nat' Podcast. Bridging modern and ancient techniques, she specializes in guiding leaders of all genders to release their emotional trauma through mind, body & soul connection so they can finally be free and thrive in their life. Through her embodied work, she has also helped men & women around the world to heal from issues such as chronic illnesses, chronic pain, anxiety, hormonal imbalance, as well as to have stronger relationships with themselves & others. She is known for her sensitivity and the deep release she brings to her sessions and workshops.

Ready to stop doubting how much your presence matters in the lives of those around you? It's time to let your walls down, and receive just as much love as you are willing to give to others. In this episode: Paola and I talk about her recent surprise birthday party and how it also served as a realization that no matter how much we feel like we’re alone or attempt to isolate ourselves, we are so loved and supported and all it really takes to let this love in is to let down your armor and ask for support. When you don’t allow those around you to show up for you, you are robbing them of the opportunity to experience the joy of supporting you. Show Notes: We break down each of our experiences leading up to Paola’s BIG birthday surprise We talk about how even the best of us tend to run stories and create the idea that we are in this alone, when in fact we have so many people that are willing and honored to show up for us if we let them It is such a beautiful experience when you can let down your armor and allow in love and support

Are you using your voting rights for good or evil? In this episode: Donnell and I talk about the original inspiration for his amazing CBD infused coffee brand and his latest venture - a brand new Phoenix based coffee shop - Amsterdam Style ;) opening VERY soon! He drops NEED TO KNOW facts about prop 207 - the cannabis legalization bill and gives us important information so that we can all be more informed when voting. He is also the Arizona coordinator for National Expungement Week happening in Phoenix September 21st - 26th Resources: Learn more about National Expungement Week: www.nationalexpungementweek.org Check out: www.thecougheeco.com & https://www.inroot.org/ Read The Act: https://apps.arizona.vote/info/assets/18/0/BallotMeasures/I-23-2020.pdf Show Notes: Donnell created his CBD infused coffee as a way to help his Mom, who was diagnosed with MS, heal more naturally He has expanded his vision to now building a cannabis friendly coffee shop right here in Phoenix, Arizona (Amsterdam Style) We talk about the importance of informed voting and break down what Prop 207 entails and why we will be voting NO National Expungement Week is here! We discuss the details of how those in need can get assistance Guest Bio: After working in the financial sector and hospitality industry, Donnell Jackson is now the owner and founder of the Coughee Company, founder of Black Cannabis Culture, Co-Founder of In-Root and Blacks on Greens; promoting education and involvement of Black and Brown people in cannabis.

Learn to stop doubting yourself and come back to the truth In this episode: You’ll really get that you aren’t alone in this and that self doubt is totally normal. We are doing all major deconditioning (some more than others) and now is not the time to take your foot off the gas and retreat back to safety. Now more than ever you are being asked to heal old wounds. Resources: Follow Candy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/?hl=en Visit the website at www.womanwarriorinyou.com Show Notes: When you are in a stretch in your growth, your defense mechanisms will turn on like clockwork Understand that this happens for everyone, yes, even the people you really look up to and have tools in your belt ready to go You are leveling up into a new version of yourself, and there is a grieving process that gets to be honored Always come back to the truth

Ready to be courageous and say yes to your big goals?! In this episode: Fitness & Business Coach, Karey Northington shares how to build up the courage to leap into full time entrepreneurship. From building a side hustle for ‘latte money’ to now owning multiple businesses both brick & mortar and online, Karey shares some valuable insights on what it's really like to bet on yourself. Resources: If you are serious about joining The Next 6 Figures Bootcamp with Olenka & Karey, they are willing to wave your $2500 deposit when you mentioned you heard this podcast episode!! Reach out to Karey directly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kareynorthington/?hl=en Visit her website at: kareynorthington.com Show Notes: What are people asking you for advice on & what do you really love doing? COVID19 showed us all that predictability & safety have always been an illusion Being grateful for the sh*t can keep you from having false expectations of how life/business is supposed to go Things rarely end up looking the way you think it’s going to, but always work out the way they are supposed to Guest Bio: Karey Northington is a WBFF Pro & Former IFBB Pro, recovering perfectionist and people pleaser who is now a sought after speaker, influencer and leader in both fitness and business, helping women transform physically, mentally, and financially with 1000s of success stories. It took her years to learn to listen to her inner voice- the one that couldn’t see herself at a traditional 9- 5 pm, the one who said it was ok (and needed!) to find time for fitness as a mom, the voice that said if she can envision it, it exists. She lives to help her clients

Do you worry about losing certain relationships because you're growing and evolving really quickly and afraid they might not understand? In this episode: I discuss how normal this is, what you can consider to avoid unnecessarily losing people you love, and at the same time know when to allow partnerships to complete. Resources: www.womanwarriorinyou.com Follow Candy on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/?hl=en Show Notes: When you are growing and evolving as an individual, consider these three things when it comes to your relationships: What are you most afraid of? And address the fear directly. What expectations do you have of the people/relationships in your life? Have they been communicated? Are they fair or unrealistic? What is your responsibility in it all?

Ready to give up on 2020?! You might want to think again after listening to this! In this episode: Youth Mentor & Motivation Speaker, Jimmy Scroggins endures a brutal 334 mile run in just 13 days across the state in the middle of the scorching Arizona summer to motivate young people to keep pushing through hardships, not just by telling them, but by leading the way. He shares all about his experience with me & what kind of legacy he’s out to leave behind, especially in these times. Resources: Support the 4 Life Foundation at https://4lifefoundation.com/ Follow Jimmy Scroggins on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justkeeppushingjkp/?hl=en Follow the 4 Life Foundation on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4lifefoundation/?hl=en Show Notes: As most are experiencing one of the toughest years of their life, Jimmy Scroggins wants to encourage young people to keep pushing and persevere After enduring a brutal 334 mile run in just 13 days across the state in the middle of the scorching Arizona summer, Jimmy shares his experience with us and what he took away from it In trying times, it is more important than ever before to come together and stand for what connects us rather than separates us You will be amazed at what you can endure if you stay committed to putting one foot in front of the other Guest Bio: Jimmy Scroggins is a Serial Entrepreneur; Staff Sergeant in the ARMY National Guard and recent Soldier of the Year awardee. He is a former Professional basketball player in India, and 2017 United Basketball Alliance International Basketball Champion, where he became a household name, and his message of Just Keep Pushing resonated with individuals from across the world. This also includes his time spent playing in Mexico and Taiwan. Jimmy is an avid community supporter and donates his time and efforts to helping his community develop a more positive outlook on life. He has worked diligently to create what we know today as the Just Keep Pushing lifestyle helping others live out their fullest potential. He is a motivational mentor changing lives through his Just Keep Pushing philosophy. In 2018, he started a $1 speaking campaign and spoke on 105 different occasions in Arizona, Las Vegas, Minnesota, Mexico, North Dakota, Canada and Taiwan. He prides himself on not only speaking to youth but also to adults about the power of the mind and speaking constant positivity into one’s life. Everywhere that Jimmy has gone he has left a lasting impression of love, positivity, and encouragement.

Can’t stop doubting yourself? Try this on! 3 things you need to know about imposter syndrome and the steps you can take to heal from it In this episode: I break down ‘the imposter syndrome’, what it is & how to heal from it so that you can stop doubting your ability to make the impact you came here to make and step fully into your power Resources: www.womanwarriorinyou.com Follow Candy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/?hl=en Show Notes: Imposter syndrome is the feeling you get when your believe you aren’t good enough or there yet - in simple terms you feel like a phony
 It typically occurs for most people when you are beginning to step fully into your power
 The three things that cause it are a) when you are actually a phony b) when some areas are out of alignment or c) when you aren’t seeing yourself through the right context
 The ‘treatment’ is called pattern interruption and works with the Universal Law of Attraction and is designed to help you feel more empowered & connect with your inner warrior
 Disclaimer: The imposter syndrome is not a real illness & this podcast episode is not intended to give any medical advice.

Do you feel like you are meant for something more? Did no one ever tell you that it was supposed to feel completely uncomfortable and really f-ing scary when you go after the dreams that make you wanna puke?! In this episode: Best selling author, motivational speaker and community curator Lindsey Schwartz and I discuss how to get out of your own way and into action around your big ideas and how you are so NOT meant to go at it alone. Resources: Buy tickets to The Powerhouse Women Virtual Experience as low as 29$ on https://powerhousewomen.co/ Follow the Powerhouse Women Community on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/powerhouse_women/?hl=en Follow Lindsey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/llindseyschwartz/?hl=en Show Notes: Even the people you look up to still get scared & feel like an imposter - that’s what it's supposed to feel like when you're going the right way
 There comes a time where you get to stop asking yourself whether or not you are worthy of something and start asking yourself who you need to become and what support you’ll need to make it happen
 Growing into the woman you know you were meant to be and making the impact you really want to make will require you to get uncomfortable
 Our tolerance for discomfort expands with the accountability & support of a mentor & like-minded community and if that’s what you are missing, it’s your responsibility to seek it out
 Guest Bio: Lindsey Schwartz is an entrepreneur, top podcast host, and best-selling author. As a sought after speaker, Lindsey travels around the world inspiring women to get out of their own way and into action around their big ideas, and helping them create the careers they’ve always dreamed of. After seeing numerous women in her life stop short of pursuing their own entrepreneurial dreams because of fear and self-doubt, she saw the need for more honest conversations about the ups & downs of entrepreneurship in order to show women that they don’t have to have it all together to get started. From there, the Powerhouse Women community, annual event, and podcast were born, with the motto that we're not meant to do business (or life) alone!

Do you have a secret dream that nobody really knows about? Such a dream that if it actually happened you’d flip your socks?! In this episode: I talk about my current secret dream and offer you the powerful four step practice I give to my clients to help them make their dreams come true Resources: Follow Candy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/?hl=en  Visit: www.womanwarriorinyou.com Show notes: * What’s your wildest, craziest, no limits anything goes dream? * Separate your inner worrier from your inner warrior by giving your inner worrier a name * Honor the fear, acknowledge the beliefs that surface and remind yourself of the actual truth * Take the very next action step that you can see from where you are right now

Taking care of your health & the health of your family & community is the most radical form of social & environmental justice.   In this episode:   I chat with power couple Dr. Ietef Vita aka DJ Cavem and Energetic Alignment Coach & Intuitive Energy Practitioner, Alkemia Earth about their epic new project to seed urban farms & create sustainable gardens in communities of color with their non profit organization, The Vita Earth Foundation. We discuss how connecting back to nature through food is one of the most radical forms of resistance. You can support them & their mission by donating to their campaign via the link below or seeding urban farms in your local community.   Resources:   Support the mission: https://www.gofundme.com/f/vitaearth   Follow Alkemia Earth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alkemiaearth/?hl=en   Follow Dr. Ietef Vita on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ietef/?hl=en   Check out Alkemia’s latest course: www.manifestationmap.com   Visit Ietef’s Website: www.chefietef.com   Visit Alkemia’s Website: www.alkemiaearth.com   Show Notes:   Health is a right not a privilege   A direct correlation can be seen between lack of community access to healthy, organic food and mass disease & illness  Connecting back to nature through growing and harvesting your own food is one of the most radical forms of environmental and social justice  The earth provides the necessary medicines we need in abundance   Guest Bio:   Alkemia Earth is a certified energy practitioner, spiritual alchemist and energetic Alignment Coach.  Alkemia has over a decade of practical experience, is certified and trained in the healing arts of natural herbal skin/hair care, medical Qigong, Usui Reiki, Bioenergy, Spiritual Alchemy and Hatha Yoga. Alkemia has traveled the world teaching and empowering others to create their reality coming from a soul centered and holistic approach with her transformational courses. Her work has been mentioned and seen in: Psychology Today, the Obama White House, Tedx Manhattan and on PBS.   Dr. Ietef "DJ Cavem" Vita is an eco-hip hop artist, (O.G.) organic gardener, educator and vegan chef from Denver, CO. He writes songs about climate change, food justice and vegan living. Dj Cavem has presented at the White House, and has been featured in Oprah Magazine and on the Rachael Ray Show. You can catch his work featured in the recent documentary about climate change Ice On Fire- produced and narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio. His latest album BIOMIMICZ was released as a seed pack to spur listeners into action. He's shared the stage with Nick Jonas, Public Enemy, Dead Prez, Questlove and Wyclef Jean, among others.

Are you tired of being paralyzed by fear of the unknown? In this episode: I talk about the not so “highlight worthy” moments of my journey & how to change your relationship to fear so that it stops being something that holds you back. Resources: Follow Candy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/?hl=en Visit: www.womanwarriorinyou.com Show Notes: Fear is a primal response, but the continuous activation of it is learned My first big breakthrough with overcoming fear didn’t come in just one big profound, aha experience, but rather, many significant moments that invited me to lean into the feeling of discomfort. Overcoming fear has nothing to do with getting over it or being less afraid. It’s more so about knowing it’s not only inevitable, but 100% a normal part of your growth and healing in your human experience. Then, it’s deciding to build a healthier relationship with it. Will you choose to stay tense and clench all of your muscles or soften and surrender to the process?

How is your business asking you to grow? In this episode: Makenzie and I talk about entrepreneurship being one of the greatest entry points to personal and spiritual growth and how conscious business requires you to get uncomfortable. Tune in to hear how she took her product, Delighted By Dessert Hummus, from farmer’s markets to national shelves within a year, to being on ABC’s shark tank and getting an offer from Mark Cuban and turning it down, to now being a multimillion dollar company with a growing team of 10. PLUS hear how her passion project Kakao Ceremonial Drinking Chocolate is connecting conscious leaders around the world back into heart centered life & leadership. Resources: Visit Makenzie’s Website: https://www.makenziemarzluff.com/ Order Kakao at: https://www.flykakao.com/ Check out Delighted By Desserts: https://delightedbydesserts.com/ Follow Kakao Drinking Chocolate on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kakaodrinkingchocolate/?hl=en Follow Delighted By Desserts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delightedbydesserts/?hl=en Show Notes: Plant medicine is not only a major tool for healing & clarity, but it can also help you grow in heart centered business & entrepreneurship Communing with the spirit of your enterprise can help you get out of your own way and be of service Business is one of the greatest access points to personal & spiritual growth and will continuously require you to get uncomfortable Kakao (ceremonial grade cacao from Peru) can help build the relationship with your enterprise and operate from your heart space Guest Bio: Makenzie Marzluff is a serial entrepreneur with a dream to see all businesses operated 100% from the heart. She merges spirituality with grounded leadership and is interested in leaving a legacy of love on this planet for future generations. Makenzie's book How To Lead A Badass Business From Your Heart launches October 30th, 2020. Makenzie went from starting DELIGHTED BY on her credit cards in 2015 and living in a van, to running a multi-million dollar business within 2 years. DELIGHTED BY was coined the fasting growing hummus company in America and has been featured in hundreds of media outlets including ABC'S Shark Tank, LIVE With Kelly, Cosmopolitan & Women's Health. Makenzie now leads her virtual team of 10 in a completely non-conventional way. You can find DELIGHTED BY's products in 5000 grocery stores across the country, and KAKAO’s products online through on-shore distribution centers in the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and all of Europe.

From unhappy & depressed to ALIVE & confident In this episode: I share the major turning point for me and my personal & spiritual growth, what happened, what shifted and how, PLUS some practices you can implement right now to start feeling more alive than ever before! Resources: www.womanwarriorinyou.com Follow Candy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candy_wheeler/?hl=en Show Notes: Gratitude isn’t just an act, it's a practice and a relationship that has the power to change your life and connect you right back to Source in an instant
 Normalize saying great things about yourself just like you do for others (its not egoic, its a responsibility) 
 Don’t underestimate the ripple effect & the impact of sharing your heart with others even when its scary
 Find something to be grateful for today, own it and share it with others

Uplevel your life & business with the #istartfirst Boss Babe Summit In This Episode: Olenka and I talk about her upcoming event #istartfirst Boss Babe Summit and how investing in yourself forces you to be accountable to overcome your fears & take yourself seriously - PLUS how surrounding yourself with inspiring women has you go further, faster. Resources: Tickets to #istartfirst Boss Babe Summit August 22nd - 23rd: https://istartfirst.com/bossbabes-summit Follow Olenka on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/olenkacullinan/?hl=en Follow #istartfirst on Instragram: https://www.instagram.com/istartfirst_/?hl=en Join the #istartfirst Boss Babe Tribe on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1927176540854552 Show Notes: In 2020, it's easier than ever to start your own business, but fear of failure, self doubt & feelings of unworthiness has stopped so many women from doing so
 Cry and do it anyways & ride on a borrowed belief until its your own
 Overcome the imposter syndrome by using this 90 seconds of courage exercise 
 Know the value that you offer & ask for what your service/product is worth
 Guest Bio: Olenka Cullinan is a CEO and Founder of iStartFirst. She empowers women to up-Level their business and mindset via on-line Bootcamp, iStartFirst Women's Summit, and delivering keynotes and workshops for companies nationwide & globally. Olenka has developed a “Backbone of Success”™ method that helps female leaders to take action, get paid their worth and show up like a BOSS-Babe. Olenka’s work globally, combined with humor and personal experiences led to her recent appearances at TEDx (twice) and made her into one of the premier consultants. She has worked with startups, corporate leaders and some of the top organizations in the country.

How to develop your intuition & run a badass spiritual business In this episode: Spiritual coach Maximilian Webster & I talk about how to grow personally & professionally as a visionary & entrepreneur with spiritual & energetic tools PLUS we share important elements to consider when running a purpose led business. Resources: Follow Max on Instagram: Instagram.com/Maximilian_Webster Connect with Max on FB: Facebook.com/PumpernickelXD Show Notes: Having a mentor & a like minded community can help you channel your gifts and harness your power for good
 Healing the parts of yourself that hold you back are equally as important as the business strategy
 Developing your intuition, trusting yourself, and surrendering to your impact can amplify your results
 The most radical form of social justice is healing, stepping into your purpose & making the change you came here for
 The version of you that has everything you want already exists and you can bend time by tapping into that reality with visualization and embodiment
 Guest Bio: Maximilian is a Spiritual Coach for Leaders. He utilizes subconscious reprogramming, meditation and coaching to help visionaries develop their intuition and self-trust. He's on a mission to inspire authenticity and soul-level confidence so that the leaders who feel the desire to build profitable and impactful platforms can ignite their vision in others with their stories and change the world with their soul-driven purpose! Max believes that humanity is experiencing a quantum leap in consciousness right now and feels it is his mission to spread Faith, Unity, and Justice to the masses in a light-hearted and practical way

Give yourself grace to be right where you are In this episode: The Goddess Incarnated & Transformation Coach, Nina Elaine and I chat about how being a part of a community helps you have more compassion for yourself and others PLUS listen in for a bonus intuitive card pull with a very special message! Resources: Follow Nina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goddessincarnated/?hl=en & https://www.instagram.com/empressincarnated/?hl=en Visit her website: www.empressincarnated.com Show Notes: There is a balance between self compassion & pragmatism
 Self awareness can help you be a more conscious leader
 Break down the mental barrier of guru/student to come together as a community
 Go beyond the “shallow work” and dive into shadow work
 Healing is a journey, not a destination. You are ever evolving. 
 Guest Bio: Nina Elaine is a Transformation Coach, Spiritual Mentor and Intuitive Healer dedicated to helping women discover their personal truths through deep healing. Utilizing her unique blend of modern psychotherapeutic modalities, ancient healing techniques and intuitive insight, she provides her clients with the tools needed to live a life by design. Nina specializes in shadow work, trauma healing and subconscious liberation for her clients that come from all walks of life. She frequently hosts both live and virtual workshops, master classes and retreats centered around the synthesis of spirituality and self mastery.

How your self love is currently affecting every area of your life. In this episode: Sabi & I talk all things worthiness, feeling enough from right where you are and how to become a magnet for the things that you desire through nurturing the relationship you have with yourself. Resources: Follow Sabi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sabi.kerr/?hl=en Visit Her Website at: www.sabikerr.com Show Notes: We weren’t born feeling like we weren’t good enough, we developed this belief & reinforced it throughout our entire life
 There isn’t just one right way to experience more self love, but you can start by first engaging in the things that bring you joy
 * Redefine what it means to succeed and to fail so you can experience more grace
 Let go of the guilt of doing things for yourself first
 * How you showing up and serving right now is one of the most beautiful acts of self love
 Guest Bio: Sabi Kerr is a self-love coach and yoga teacher. She guides women to fall deeper in love with themselves and release the blocks they have to feeling worthy, so that they can create magical lives full of passion and purpose. Through 1:1 coaching, workshops, yoga, retreats and group programs, Sabi's mission is to guide as many people as possible back to their natural essence: a place of deep self-love, self-acceptance and joy.

How to be courageous & speak up on the things that matter In this episode: My good friend Syerra Davis shares a powerful impromptu speech she gave on a call in front of her entire company that moved me to tears. Listen for important takeaways on how to take actionable movement to dismantle systemic racism & stand for real change. Resources: Follow Syerra on Instragram: https://www.instagram.com/syerradavis/?hl=en & https://www.instagram.com/pressxxplay/?hl=en Contribute locally: https://blmphxmetro.org/ Show Notes: The responsibility of company leadership to create safer spaces for conversations around revolutionary movements
 Many are missing the point around the Black Lives Matter movement and skipping over what’s really important 
 How millennials are breaking generational silence
 The difference that being bold and speaking up can make even when its hard
 Guest Bio: I am a daughter, sister, friend , auntie , cousin I love my family. Most people know me from playing basketball. In the latter part of my 20s I find myself being a philomath. I enjoy learning I am a creative, photographer, I enjoy communicating through pictures. I also enjoy music I’ve created a platform for Artists to be seen and heard on Instagram called @pressxxplay . Outside of my creative endeavors I enjoy skateboarding, watching YouTube (hypebeast) channel, interviews on different people I find interesting right now is Pharrell, PYER MOSS, Jaden Smith and more. I am based out of Phoenix,Arizona feel free to follow me on Instagram @syerradavis if you need pictures taken send me a message or you’re looking for new music check out PRESSPLAY on AppleMusic at Pressxplay and Spotify

Claim your inner evolution for the outer revolution In this episode: Paola & I talk about how to cultivate more acceptance for your never ending evolution and be a part of a massive change. Plus hear about her upcoming event for you to gain even more wisdom, tools and practices to live a more empowered life. Resources: Sign Up For Womxn Empowered FREE 1 Day Event: womxnempowered.com Follow Paola on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paolaucelo_/?hl=en Join the Inner Temple Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Innertemplecommunity Show Notes: When you understand that your journey never ends, you can surrender & experience more presence and inner peace, knowing that you are here for the long haul
 Let your message have many different expressions as you come into your power
 Claim your authentic truth & be an even greater contribution to the world
 Now more than ever, be mindful of what you are allowing yourself to be influenced by
 Guest Bio: Paola Ucelo is a Mindful Empowerment Mentor who holds containers for women to discover peace, embody their unique essence and live a life fully empowered. Through her experience of reclaiming her power, confidence and inner peace, Paola believes is that in order to experience deep fulfillment, purpose and peace in life, it is important to embark on a journey of self discovery, release the beliefs that block us from living full empowered, through deeper connection to the wisdom within the body and soul. This is why she is so passionate about guiding women and proving them the tools to be empowered from within.

Do you know how much your life is being influenced by the music you listen to? In this episode: Healing artist and mindset & transformation expert Melanie Peralta talks about how to reprogram your subconscious mind and heal on a cellular level through sound. Raised by a single father who overcame drug addiction, Melanie is committed to facilitating generational healing for rising leaders all around the world through her latest Moving Mantra Project. Tune in to hear how her work evolved from hosting her very first women’s empowerment event, to becoming a world class high impact coach for Tony Robbins & Dean Graziosi and now combining her two worlds of music & personal development to offer a powerful healing tool for the conscious collective. Resources: Follow Melanie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsmelanieperalta_/?hl=en First single now available on: https://www.patreon.com/movingmantraproject?fan_landing=true Show Notes: Start messy, follow your excitement and let the magic unfold in your life
 The subconscious mind runs 95% of your life - do you know what programs exist within yours?
 The quality of your emotions determines the quality of your life
 Don’t underestimate the power of head & heart coherence
 Guest Bio: Melanie Peralta is a Mindset & Transformation Expert, Public Speaker and Healing Artist. She is the founder of Woman 2 Womben, a Phoenix based conscious community for women and the creator of Moving Mantras, melodies that move the subconscious mind. Melanie has impacted the hearts and minds of hundreds of women and continues to be a trailblazer for healing in her community.