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    Bliss Beyond F.E.A.R.

    Bliss Beyond F.E.A.R. (Faith, Elevate, Action, Results) is a podcast hosted by D & G. We are fierce friends and personal development lifestyle entrepreneurs. This is the place where we will help you have confidence, embrace your worth, and find your joy. We believe that an abundant life is sustained by overcoming your fears with a circle that elevates you and rises with you. Each week, we bring you a topic or interview that inspires you to live beyond your fear to manifest your best life.
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    We Have News…

    We Have News…

    Unexpected twists and turns happen in life and that’s part of what makes it rich and dynamic. A plot twist took place in Ginamarie’s life and it pulled her toward faith and family. As a result, she made the difficult decision to leave Blissful Fortitude and the Bliss Beyond F.E.A.R. podcast. Listen to the episode to learn details and how you can still stay connected with Dez and Ginamarie.

    Where every chapter ends, a new one begins. The end of Blissful Fortitude has birthed the beginning of Dez’s new brand Born Unbreakable. On April 21, 2021, you can subscribe to the Born Unbreakable podcast and hear inspiring stories of perseverance from incredible human beings that will help you crush limiting beliefs and lean into your uniqueness. Dez is excited to continue the journey of self-development with you on the new show!

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    Takeaways Talk (Nichole Thomas)

    Takeaways Talk (Nichole Thomas)

    Last week we learned from our guest Certified Fitness Coach, Nichole Thomas about the road to better health. She experienced her own personal struggles and as a result has been inspired to help others.  This week we take a look at some of the key lessons we learned from our talk with Nichole.

    Our three big takeaways:

    • Fad diets don’t work. Each person needs a nutrition plan that is created specifically for them.

    • Small changes can add up.  So it's crawl, then walk, then run!

    • Accountability is one of the best ways to achieve and sustain results

    • A professional in fitness & nutrition can help you to stay accountable to your goals

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    The Road to Better Health with Fitness Coach Nichole Thomas (Part 2)

    The Road to Better Health with Fitness Coach Nichole Thomas (Part 2)

    Fitness Coach, Nichole Thomas had so many wonderful insights to share about the road to better health that we’re back this week with a part 2 episode. We’re grateful for the nuggets of wisdom that she had to share!

    Episode Highlights:

    • Simple tools like a digital scale and fitness/nutrition app can help you track toward your goals

    • Natural, raw, and whole foods contain the rich nutrients that we need to nourish our bodies

    • The key to sustainable change is to start slow to go fast – incremental steps that turn into habits

    • Our health is our wealth, so taking care of ourselves today prevents ailments later

    • Accountability is key. A group or coach are great ways to hold yourself accountable to goals.

     

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    The Road to Better Health with Fitness Coach Nichole Thomas (Part 1)

    The Road to Better Health with Fitness Coach Nichole Thomas (Part 1)

    Our health – one of the most important things that we have to manage! There are many distractions that make it difficult to stay consistent with a diet and exercise routine. Our guest, Certified Fitness Coach, Nichole Thomas knows first-hand about the road to better health. She experienced her own personal struggles and as a result has been inspired to help others. Today, she is a rock star at meeting her clients where they are and creating custom programs that help them surpass their wellness goals. Nichole had such valuable information to share with us that we did a two-part episode with her! Here are some highlights from part 1.

     

    Episode Highlights:

    • Fad diets don’t work. Each person needs a nutrition plan that is created specifically for them.

    • It’s grit and grace that truly helps to embrace the journey to better health habits

    • Celebrating victories is a critical part of the process of instilling new diet & exercise behaviors

    • Accountability is one of the best ways to achieve and sustain results

    • A professional in fitness & nutrition can help you to stay accountable to your goals

    • Our body needs macronutrients (carbs, fat, and protein) and quality matters

    • Taking a break from alcohol periodically and minimizing consumption help to improve your health

     

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    Takeaways Talk (Sarry Ibrahim)

    Takeaways Talk (Sarry Ibrahim)

    We learned about the Bank on Yourself concept from Financial Consultant, Sarry Ibrahim in our last episode. Leveraging the cash value of your life insurance policy is way to gain financial acceleration. Due diligence to understand the basics and then consult with an expert is worth your time. Here are a few things that stuck with us as we reflected on this insightful interview.

    Episode Highlights:

    • Don’t be afraid of your finances. Own where you are and have a vision for where you want to be.

    • Write down where you want to be financially in the future (through retirement)

    • Do your homework on ways to make your money work for you (e.g., books, podcasts)

    • Maintain a growth mindset vs. a fixed mindset by continuing to learn about investing

    • Consult with a professional financial advisor you can trust to solidify your plan

    • Treat your financial goals like you would any other goal – with accountability

     

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    Accelerating Your Financial Future with Sarry Ibrahim

    Accelerating Your Financial Future with Sarry Ibrahim

    Are you aware of what your financial outlook looks like? Have you written down your financial goals? Financially planning for the future can be overwhelming. Our guest today is the Founder of Financial Asset Protection & a Financial Consultant. He’s an expert on the Bank on Yourself concept and helps us to unpack the challenges people face when it comes to thinking about their financial future. Let’s learn some simple tips for accelerating your wealth!

    Episode Highlights:

    • Start by asking yourself where you want to be financially over the years

    • Spend time documenting what you want for your financial future

    • Revisit your financial goals regularly and discuss them with a professional

    • Research is one of the best steps you can take to accelerating your financial future

    • Stay resourceful – gather information that will help you make smart financial decisions

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    Takeaways Talk (Marline Johnson)

    Takeaways Talk (Marline Johnson)

    Art Therapist and Poet, Marline Johnson touched our hearts with her story of trauma to triumph. Her vulnerability, resilience, strength, and desire to empower others is sure to inspire. She has used her remarkable gifts to change lives and we’re honored to learn from her transformation.

     

    Takeaways:

    • Journaling can be a powerful and therapeutic way to connect with your own feelings

    • Radical vulnerability is complete ownership of who you are and what you want to express

    • There is nothing wrong with the process of forgiveness taking time

    • We can’t control everything that happens to us, but we can control our reactions and mindset

    • Building community works wonders in the journey of courageous growth and perseverance

     

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    Enabling Transformation through Art Therapy with Marline Johnson

    Enabling Transformation through Art Therapy with Marline Johnson

    This is a powerful episode with Art Therapist and Poet, Marline Johnson. After experiencing multiple sexual traumas, Marline immersed herself in a variety of creative outlets from writing to poetry and art therapy. Her unbelievable journey has led her to helping the “the invisible,” feel visible. She is an advocate of racial and gender equality and also does work to support youth development and sexual trauma survivors. Hear her story of fortitude and empowerment.

     

    Episode Highlights:

    • Processing trauma through writing and art can be a step toward self-acceptance and growth

    • Sharing difficult stories with others inspires vulnerability and can help ignite healing

    • Creativity and art are vehicles for growth, empowerment, and transformation

    • Healing is exploring your feelings, letting go, and knowing your past doesn’t define you

    • Listening with care and compassion to a trauma survivor goes a long way

     

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    Takeaways Talk (Chris Myles)

    Takeaways Talk (Chris Myles)

    In our recent interview with blogger and entrepreneur Chris Myles, he inspired us with his determination, focus, and entrepreneurial mindset. His purpose led the way to his abundance – retiring his wife, becoming his own boss, and leaving a legacy for his son Benji. As we further reflect on what it means to fail forward (one of the principles Chris lives by), here are some additional takeaways.

    Takeaways:

    • Mindset is where it all starts. What you believe, you can achieve. It really is that simple.

    • Take stock of where you are and plan out where you want to be. That’s the start of execution.

    • Mentorship matters. We are surrounded by resources! It’s our job to take massive action.

    • Who not how – focus on who can help you, instead of how to get things done yourself.

    • Don’t dwell. There will be bumps. Accept them. Move on. Do better tomorrow.

    • Be in service to others. When you focus on the value you bring, the rest falls into place.

     

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    Failing Forward and Becoming Your Own Boss with Chris Myles

    Failing Forward and Becoming Your Own Boss with Chris Myles

    Have you wanted to make extra income or become your own boss? What does it really take to be successful? Our guest Chris Myles knows first-hand. When he found out he was going to be a new dad, he put a game plan together, was able to retire his wife, and soon was able to leave his job to become his own boss. Today is a full-time blogger and marketing affiliate. He helps aspiring entrepreneurs get their own business started and he’s leaving a legacy for his son Benji. Here are some key episode highlights.

     

    Episode Highlights:

    • Have a greater purpose. It’s the north star to becoming an entrepreneur.

    • A written plan is a vital part of success. Where are you and where do you want to be?

    • Be resourceful – immerse yourself in books, podcasts, and/or mentorship to support your journey.

    • Fail forward. Learn from your mistakes, enjoy the process, and continue to persevere.

    • Focus on what will work, instead of what might not. Be patient and be consistent.

    • Remember that you have a gifting that the world needs more of. Give it to them!

     

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    Why Accountability Matters

    Why Accountability Matters

    How do you sustain desired habits? Through accountability! The extra nudge from those who believe in you and your dreams can make a difference in keeping you true to your commitments. Why does accountability matter? Let’s find out more in this episode.

     

    Episode highlights:

    • When you share your goals with others, it increases your likelihood of commitment

    • It takes consistent, repeated behavior to make a habit stick

    • An accountability partner or group can keep you motivated to achieve your goals

    • We can’t accomplish great things alone; we get further when we partner with others

    • You can’t monitor what is not measured, so track your progress with simple metrics

    • Social media can be a positive place to achieve accountability and encouragement

     

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    Change Your Habits, Change Your Life

    Change Your Habits, Change Your Life

    What habits do you want to enhance or change this year? What area of your life are you looking for growth, acceleration, or improvement (e.g., health, career, relationships, etc.)? Habits begin with mindset. Below are things to consider.

     

    Changing your habits:

    • Belief – to change, you must believe first that you can, you are worthy, and you are capable

    • Your Why – what is the purpose for your change? What is your burning platform?

    • Consistency – are you committed to daily action / behavior?

    • Results – will you track your results? How frequently? Where?

    • Outcomes – what does success look like to you?

    • Accountability – what are you doing to stay accountable to sustain desired behaviors?

     

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    What is Your Word of Intention for the Year?

    What is Your Word of Intention for the Year?

    It’s 2021! A new year and a new opportunity to be an even better version of yourself. Have you chosen a word of intention for the year? A word of intention inspires action, can guide you through your purpose, and is a catalyst for growth. Here are some questions that may help you to choose your word.

     

    Word of Intention:

    • What do you want more of and want to be intentional about getting?

    • What are you passionate about?

    • What would help you fully lean into your calling?

    • What area do you want to grow in?

    • What have you avoided or put off?

    • What person do you want to become?

     

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    Takeaways Talk (Ashley Baxter)

    Takeaways Talk (Ashley Baxter)

    Our hearts are forever touched by Ashley Baxter’s vulnerable story about her sexual assault experience and her journey to self-acceptance and healing. Ashley is the epitome of courageous worth and today she helps countless others to find the road to courage and loving who they are despite the traumas they’ve faced. We learned so much from her!

    Takeaways:

    • Your story can change someone’s life; be brave and share it

    • Embrace your journey and be ok if others don’t; it’s not theirs

    • Each of us are wonderfully made and meant to live and share our purpose with the world

    • Trauma does not define who we are, it simply strengthens who we are

    • Self-worth is giving yourself unconditional love and remembering you are enough

    • Sexual trauma healing resources: https://www.theashleybaxter.com/sexual-trauma-resources


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    Unlocking Courageous Worth after Sexual Assault with Ashley Baxter

    Unlocking Courageous Worth after Sexual Assault with Ashley Baxter

    After a traumatic sexual assault, Ashley Baxter turned her pain into purpose. As the Founder of Courageous Worth Programs and the host of the Courageous Worth Podcast, Ashley spends her time as a certified life coach and transformation specialist, helping others on their journey to healing and feeling whole. Join us in learning about Ashley’s bravery and personal transformation.

    Episode highlights:

    • Everyone deals with trauma differently; don’t assume you know how someone will act

    • Support is a vital part of healing. Vulnerability and opening up fosters acceptance and growth.

    • The story you tell yourself is the story that you believe about who you are

    • Self-worth and acceptance are about owning your beliefs, not the beliefs of others

    • Healed people can help heal people; there is power in sharing your personal story

    • Break the silence about assault. Visit Ashley’s website for support resources.

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    Our Top 10 Reflections from 2020

    Our Top 10 Reflections from 2020

    2020 is arguably not what any of us expected. We’ve spent most of the year in a global pandemic, experienced one of the most notable elections in U.S. history, and we’ve seen a broad range of the good, bad, and the ugly in world events. What have we learned through it all? We won’t give away our top 10 reflections here (listen to the episode to hear our personal reflections), but we will share some questions to consider as you reflect on your 2020.

     

    2020 Reflection Questions:

    • What am I most grateful for this year?

    • What are my greatest lessons learned from this year?

    • What relationships have strengthened and how will I sustain growth?

    • What did I let go of and how has that brought me clarity and peace?

    • What am I looking forward to and how can I stay energized about my journey ahead?

    • What support do I need to make my 2021 goals and dreams a reality?

     

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    Takeaways Talk (Monique Fuentes)

    Takeaways Talk (Monique Fuentes)

    We learned from our empowering friend Monique Fuentes about what fortitude and perseverance looks like after divorce. What an amazing journey she’s had from marriage to motherhood & business building followed by divorce and transformation. We are so grateful for her opening up to tell her story. Here are some of our key takeaways.

    Takeaways:

    • You’re capable of doing anything when you believe in yourself and know your worth

    • Speaking your truth and being vulnerable about hardships can inspire others

    • Confidence can be strengthened following times of adversity or difficulty

    • We are constantly evolving; mistakes will be made, but growth and improvement will prevail

    • An attitude of positivity and abundance opens you up to a universe of possibility

    • Introducing yourself to new challenges after a relationship ends, fuels a new and better you

     

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    The Divorce Dare with Monique Fuentes

    The Divorce Dare with Monique Fuentes

    Meet Monique Fuentes, rock-star realtor, President of the Women’s Council of Realtors Delta Network, author, and mom of two fantastic boys. Monique experienced the hardship of divorce after being a devoted partner of 22 years. She authored the successful Divorce Dare series where she inspires people to live their best life after divorce. This vulnerable interview will offer great insights to anyone who has gone through hardships, especially one like a breakup/divorce.

    Episode highlights:

    • Unexpected events happen in life that can change the course of things dramatically

    • When it’s time for a relationship to end, despite how difficult, you’ll know it in your heart

    • The end of a relationship marks the beginning of reinvention and getting in tune with yourself

    • The Divorce Dare is about challenging & re-discovering yourself to live your best life

    • While it can be painful, rebirth brings growth, resilience, a new network, and new relationships

    • A support group is a great way to connect, learn, and gain support & encouragement

    • Time, maturity, respect, faith, and love can lead to mended and transformed relationships

     

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    Navigating Stressful Relationships During the Holidays

    Navigating Stressful Relationships During the Holidays

    It’s officially the holiday season. Do you know someone that gives you anxiety just thinking about the dynamic they’ll create at your upcoming holiday festivity? A listener wrote in asking us to address this issue. Whether it’s a friend or family member, the key to a peaceful holiday experience is to be proactive. Here are some considerations.

    Episode highlights:

    • Put the mirror on yourself. Think about what behaviors you can adjust to improve interactions.

    • Distance yourself at gatherings and perhaps even outside of in-person settings

    • Creating space may be beneficial for you and the other person

    • If the relationship is truly important to you, have a heart-to-heart conversation

    • Consider the framework: I feel…, I don’t want…, I do want…, what can we do about it…

    • Adhere to the boundaries that preserve your peace and well-being

    • Remember that not every person deserves a front row seat in your life

     

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    Takeaways Talk (Tricia Piquero)

    Takeaways Talk (Tricia Piquero)

    Last week, we interviewed the Publisher of 110 Magazine, Tricia Piquero. We learned about how Tricia took a leap of faith to buy a magazine and the tremendous stories she’s been able to share through her successful platform. Check out our takeaways talk where we highlight what resonated with us.

    Takeaways:

    • Stories remind us about what make us human and the impact we can have on one another

    • People will doubt you. Let your faith and confidence outweigh those doubts.

    • Due diligence and listening to your customers/audience are golden nuggets for success

    • Leverage mentors and a positive support system to keep you challenged and motivated

    • Confidence is about being bold, brave, and having unwavering belief in yourself

    • Follow your instincts. Embrace your passions. Enjoy the journey (the ups and the downs)!

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