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 Welcome back, everyone, to another inspiring episode of 24 Carat Conversations. I'm thrilled to have you join us today as we delve into a deeply meaningful topic with our special guest, Jenni Rae Oates. 

Today's episode is all about navigating grief and finding joy amidst life's challenges. Jenni Rae has a remarkable story to share, one filled with resilience, perseverance, and ultimately, triumph. 

Join us as we explore Jenni Rae's journey and discover the invaluable insights she's gained along the way. Let's dive in and uncover the power of resilience and the beauty of finding joy even amid adversity.

Here is a bit about our guest:

Jenni Rae is a Business & Peak Performance coach, speaker, and author with 20 years of experience building businesses and helping business owners become a better version of themselves. Her zone of genius is in helping the owner run at optimal levels so that their health, relationships, and businesses don’t suffer burnout or breakdown. She specializes in emotional intelligence & stress resilience, mindset mastery, and showing entrepreneurs and business owners how to recalibrate and create both a thriving business AND connected relationships. 

She founded Do. WIT Coaching is a company on a mission to create 1 Million 2.0 CEOs™ - individuals committed to Do. What It Takes to lead their family, business & relationships to deeper faith, greater impact, and higher levels of abundance by becoming the next-level version of themselves.

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A few years ago, we found ourselves in a situation where God's answer was a resounding no. At the time, it was tough to comprehend, and honestly, it left us feeling confused and maybe a bit disheartened. But, as we revisit that season today, we want to share how God's nos can lead to something beautiful and how His plan, even when it seems unclear, is always perfect.

We hope that this episode encourages you!

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Introduction:

- Who loves networking? The idea of going to a meeting where you don't know anyone, introducing yourself, and then having to mingle and make conversation can be quite intimidating. Honestly, it used to terrify me.

Segment 1: Embracing Discomfort

- Being uncomfortable is an essential part of personal growth. Networking forces you out of your comfort zone, pushing you to learn, adapt, and evolve.

- Facing the fear of the unknown can lead to personal development and self-discovery.

Segment 2: Health Benefits of Networking

- Did you know that networking is actually good for your health? Building connections and forming relationships can reduce stress and boost overall well-being.

- Social interaction and a strong support network have been linked to improved mental and emotional health.

Segment 3: Refining Communication Skills

- Networking experiences refine your speaking and communication skills. You learn to convey your ideas clearly and concisely, a valuable skill in any aspect of life.

- Effective communication is key to building strong relationships and succeeding in both personal and professional spheres.

Segment 4: Finding Motivation

- Networking can be a great source of motivation. Interacting with people who share your interests and goals can reignite your passion and drive.

- Surrounding yourself with motivated individuals can push you to strive for greater achievements.

Conclusion:

- If you haven't ventured into networking yet, it's time to give it a try! You may discover that it provides the boost you need to get creative, see new perspectives, and meet some wonderful like-minded people.

• Embrace the discomfort, reap the health benefits, refine your skills, and find the motivation to achieve your goals through the power of networking.

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Are you finding it a challenge to establish healthy boundaries within your family dynamics? If so, our latest episode featuring the insightful Lauren Rainey Tenny is a must-listen! Tune in as we delve into the art of setting boundaries, uncovering strategies to initiate this transformative practice in your life.

In this engaging conversation, we explore the essence of healthy boundaries and how they pave the way for harmonious relationships. If you've been grappling with drawing the line, Lauren offers invaluable insights to guide you through the process. We dive into the origins of our boundaries, often rooted in our personal struggles and insecurities, shedding light on the interplay between inner growth and setting boundaries.

So, whether you're sipping your morning coffee or winding down in the evening, join us for this enlightening discussion. Discover the power of embracing boundaries as a tool for greater self-awareness and balanced connections. Tune in now and embark on a journey toward healthier relationships and personal empowerment. 🌟🔊

Here is a little bit about our guest Lauren Rainey Tenney

Lauren Tenney is a writer, speaker, and mentor from Franklin, TN. She is passionate about helping others see and experience a life of peace and freedom. Armed with tools she has used herself, she has devoted her time and energy to providing 1-on-1 mentor sessions where she takes you on the ultimate personal development journey filled with real talk and practical tools so you can push through stale paradigms to develop a stronger sense of self, genuine empathy, and deeper faith. If you’re ready to make the shift from your old self and start thriving — maybe for the first time ever — today,  find her on Instagram LaurenRaineyTenney.

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- Welcome to a very special episode of 24 Carat Conversations! I'm thrilled to be celebrating my 50th Birthday today, which some friends call my Jubilee or Golden Birthday. As this podcast is all about genuine and authentic conversations, it felt only fitting to get candid with you on this milestone occasion.
- In today's episode, I'll be sharing some of my personal hardships, valuable life lessons, and the profound realization that God's plans often diverge from my own, yet they consistently exceed my wildest imagination.

- Life has presented its fair share of hardships, and I've navigated various challenges that have shaped who I am today.
- Sharing these experiences allows us to connect deeper, as we all face trials and tribulations along our journeys.
- By embracing and acknowledging hardships, we learn valuable lessons and grow in strength and resilience.

- Throughout my life, I've encountered pivotal moments that brought valuable insights and wisdom.
- I'll be sharing some of these life lessons, hoping that they resonate with and inspire you on your own journey.
- Personal growth is a continuous process, and I'm grateful for the opportunities to evolve and become a better version of myself.

- Life often takes unexpected turns, and I've come to understand that my plans aren't always aligned with God's greater purpose.
- Surrendering to divine plans can be challenging, but it has led me to experiences and opportunities far beyond my imagination.
- I'll explore the beauty of trusting in a higher power and how it has enriched my life in ways I could have never foreseen.

• As I celebrate my 50th Birthday and my "Jubilee" on 24 Carat Conversations, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for being part of this journey.
  - Life's hardships have molded me, and sharing my candid experiences is an honor, hoping they bring comfort and encouragement to listeners.
  - Embracing the unexpected and trusting in God's plans has been a transformative and awe-inspiring revelation.
  - Remember, life's golden moments are not just milestones but opportunities for growth, self-discovery, and embracing the beauty of the unknown.
• - Thank you for joining me on this special episode of 24 Carat Conversations!
  - Stay tuned for genuine conversations, valuable insights, and empowering stories.
  - As we continue this journey together, may we find solace in the shared human experience and the wonders life has in store for us.

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Episode: Navigating the Joys and Hardships of Raising Teens with Ali Flynn

- Introduction:
  - Today, we had the pleasure of interviewing Ali Flynn, the creator of Hang in there, Mama.
  - Ali is a dedicated mother to four daughters and offers daily encouragement and support to fellow moms on their motherhood journey.
  - In this episode, we dive into the joys and hardships of raising teens with an open heart, honesty, and empathy.

- Topic 1: Supporting Your Child Through Bullying:
  - Ali shares her insights on how to be a supportive parent when handling a bullying situation.
  - Discuss the importance of open communication, active listening, and creating a safe space for your child to share their experiences.
  - Emphasize the need to validate their feelings, provide guidance, and explore effective strategies to deal with bullying.

- Topic 2: Helping Your Child Cope with Bullying:
  - Explore ways to support your child when they are struggling with bullying.
  - Highlight the significance of building resilience and self-esteem in your teen.
  - Discuss practical steps parents can take to empower their child, such as fostering healthy coping mechanisms, seeking professional help if needed, and promoting a positive support system.

- Topic 3: Navigating the Challenges of Raising Teens:
  - Acknowledge the inherent difficulties of raising teenagers and the unique struggles that come with it.
  - Offer encouragement and understanding to parents going through this phase of parenthood.
  - Discuss the importance of self-care for parents and finding a balance between guidance and giving teens space to grow.

- Conclusion:
  - Raising teens is undoubtedly challenging, but it's a journey worth embarking on.
  - Ali's wisdom and personal experiences shed light on the realities of this life struggle.
  - We hope that this episode has provided valuable insights and practical advice to help you navigate the joys and hardships of raising teens with love, patience, and understanding.

• Outro:
    - Thank you for joining us on this episode of [Podcast Name].
    - Make sure to connect with Ali Flynn on Hang in there, Mama for daily encouragement and support.
• - Stay tuned for more empowering discussions and inspiring stories to enhance your parenting journey.

Note: The podcast notes are a summary of the interview with Ali Flynn, highlighting the key topics discussed and the main takeaways for the audience.

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In this episode, I had a candid conversation with Natalie Weedman about grief. We chat about her story of losing her son Graham and how she processed the deep loss of losing their son at 14 months.

Some of the questions we engaged are:

Is God good even when bad happens?

How can we grieve well?

How do we lean into God, and what does that look like?

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Michelle is the host of the Christian Single Moms Podcast. Michelle is passionate about seeing people step into a better future. We had a great discussion about divorcing those things in our lives that aren't healthy. Although this conversation does talk about marriage and divorce, we also discuss transitioning into new seasons and learning to divorce the lies of the enemy.

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Molly Wilcox is an author and coach. She has an English degree and has been featured on Bible Gateway, Darling Magazine, Grit & Virtue, and Way Media. Her first book, “How Much More?” was released in August. As a certified Hope*Writers coach, she empowers faithful creatives to chase after their God-given dreams. When she isn’t writing, reading or coaching, she’s probably showing a stranger pictures of her mini goldendoodle pup. She lives with her husband in Franklin, TN.

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I had the pleasure of interviewing Jamie Heard this week! Her story will encourage you that restoration can happen even in the unknown.

Jamie Heard is co-founder and executive director of Faithfully Restored, a nonprofit that serves women who are walking through difficult situations. After experiencing the loss of her son, William, in December of 2015, God surrounded her family with a community of people who served as His hands and feet. She saw the goodness of God and His faithfulness in the midst of heartache and devastating loss. Because of this, Jamie has made it her life's mission to help women going through hard times. Her goal is to let women know that regardless of their current situation, they are not alone, and there is hope found in Jesus. Jamie and her husband, Daniel, live in Brentwood, TN, with their two girls, Madeline and Annie. To learn more about the mission of Faithfully Restored and provide support, please visit www.faithfullyrestoredwomen.com. 

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This week I had the opportunity to talk to my dear friend Casey Wallace. She is a wife, mom, a founder of the Wallace Group, a real estate team that services the great area of Nashville, and an entrepreneur. We chatted about the struggles when stepping into your God-given dreams. She is such a great inspiration, and I know you will enjoy this conversation.

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Jessica sat down and had a very candid conversation about her transition from being a Makeup artist into a Biblical Beauty Coach. She talked about how when you calling shifts how you can step boldly into it! 

Jessica Shakir is a Biblical Beauty Coach and Founder of The Beautiful Mind Academy, a global online community of Jesus-loving women renewing their minds with the Word of God and transforming their worlds through spiritual growth and trustworthy sisterhood!

Through Soul Care and Spiritual Leadership Coaching Programs, Guest Speaker Masterclasses, and epic In-Person Retreats, Jessica helps women understand and live out Biblical Beauty to the Glory of God!

Jessica has worked as a Celebrity Hair + Makeup Artist for 25 years with a clientele that includes Colbie Caillat, Kevin Bacon, Jane Lynch, Rachel Hunter, Grace Park, Daniel Dae Kim, The Backstreet Boys, and Eminem. She’s even more excited to get to work with women of God whom she admires including Lisa Bevere, Lisa Harper, Havilah Cunnington, Laurie Crouch, Victoria Osteen, Cece Winans, and many more.

As a TV Beauty Expert, Jessica has been regularly featured on national TV segments on shows including ABC’s FABLife and The Dr. Oz Show. She was the Key Hair and Makeup Artist for Praise and Better Together for the Trinity Broadcast Network for 5 years and has worked on set of The Talk, Steve Harvey, Wendy Williams, and America’s Next Top Model.

Jessica is wildly in love with her husband, Vincent Shakir, and she’s also passionate about encouraging single women to wait well by honoring God with a flourishing life! Vincent and Jessica just moved from Southern California to Sweet Home Alabama to build a home and open a restaurant, Bistro 17, in downtown Tuscaloosa!

Above all, Jessica delights in her relationship with Jesus, she finds joy in living a beautiful life, and desires to raise up an army of God’s daughters who are spiritually equipped and ready to lead and love others well!

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Welcome to 24 Carat Conversations Podcast. This Season we will be chatting about Transitions in life.

Our guest is this week is Cathy Loerzel received her MA in Counseling Psychology in 2007 is the Co-Founder of The Allender Center at The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology and co-author of Redeeming Heartache: How Past Suffering Reveals Your True Calling. She has spent the last 15 years developing the theory and methodology of a popular new coaching and therapeutic approach called Story Work that moves people through their past stories of heartache to heal and discover healthier ways of being in the world. 

She is a story work coach, popular speaker, writer and consultant based out of Seattle, WA where she lives with her husband, 2 little boys, 2 big dogs and 7 chickens on their urban farm.

 I couldn’t think of a more appropriate person to kick off this season about transitions in life than Cathy! 

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Seasons change in our lives and that often comes with saying goodbye to things that are great. In this episode we share our hearts with our 24 Carat family and what our next chapters hold.

In the words of A.A. Milne

How lucky am I to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.

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This beautiful epiode was a candid conversation with Sarah De Orlando. She moved across the world and it changed her life. Her move, although scary and uncomfortable changed her life and changed her story.

Sarah de Orlando is an author, speaker, and the Chief-Hope-Giver of Sarah de Orlando Coaching, and she and her husband have a super-cute little girl, “Bug.” Sarah bravely left her structural engineering career after an experience in Poland revealed her true purpose: to live rooted in Jesus’ love and lavish it on others. Her passion is to coach women to discover and embrace their vibrant journey with the Lord so together, we may impact nations and generations for Jesus.

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Change is never never easy, in fact it can be very uncomfortable. Rhonda talks about a big change in her life and how in the midst of the change God was reminding her to trust Him. If you are navigating change this episode will encourage you!

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In this episode we discuss the writing process that Rhonda went through to publish her new devotional 24 Carat Conversations Devotional. The journey God took her on as she wrote and refining process God brough her through to emerge as pure gold

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Michelle Donnelly is the President and CEO of PlusONE Parents, a ministry devoted to helping single parents overcome overwhelm to rebuild God-empowered lives and raise up a new generation. A mother of three, Michelle is also the host of The Christian Single Moms Podcast and author of Safe Haven: A Devotional for the Abused & Abandoned, and Seen: Hope & Healing for Single Moms.

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It is easy to say we surrender it all to you God but do we?

This week we interviewed Michelle S Lazurek, she is a Multi-genre award winning author, literary agent and certified writing coach, Twelve time award winning author including a two- time Children's Book of the Year and Article of the Year award winner 

We discussed the difficulties in surrendering it all to God. We had a candid discussion surrender and the difficulties around it. We know you will enjoy this episode

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It is Human Trafficking Awareness month and we wanted to share our guest Tania Andre Montanez story with you.

Tania Andre Montanez is an Anti-Human Trafficking Missionary and #Churchtoo Child Sexual Abuse Survivor who travels throughout the U.S. and internationally with her non-profit, "The Mavuno Project" sharing her testimony. She shares her transformational message of being a victim to a survivor and now a thriver. She has disruptively obeyed God and stepped into her purpose.

Tania has been featured on TBN Salsa (Trinity Broadcasting Network) and has spoken at women conferences, non-profit organizations, schools and churches. She has been honored by Congressional Recognition sealed by the US Congress and signed by Florida Congresswoman Frederica Wilson.

Tania has a B.A from Lee University in Ministry Leadership. She is married to Reginald and together, they own ARK Solvers (Cyber Security & Information Technology Services). They share a lifelong commitment for helping their community achieve family values, integrity, generosity, and gratitude.

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