In this powerful episode, Sheila Dunbar sits down with Neena Perez, a transformational coach and author of 'Hit Me With Your Best Shot,' to discuss her incredible journey from trauma and struggle to empowerment and success. Neena shares her personal story of overcoming abuse, domestic violence, teen motherhood, and homelessness, explaining how faith played a key role in her healing process. They delve into how Neena's experiences have shaped her mission to help other women, and explore her Wisdom to Wealth program designed to assist women in turning their talents into thriving businesses. The conversation touches on the importance of reframing past wounds, overcoming fear, and aligning with one's true purpose. Tune in for an episode filled with inspiration and actionable advice for anyone looking to transform their challenges into stepping stones for success.

Episode Highlights:

✅ Resilience and personal growth through adversity
✅ The role of faith in overcoming struggles
✅ Transforming pain into purpose and profit
✅ Empowering women to pursue entrepreneurship
✅ The importance of aligning body, mind, and spirit
✅ Strategies for overcoming fear and self-doubt
✅ The significance of gratitude and daily practices in personal development
✅ Sharing personal stories to inspire and uplift others
✅ The impact of mentorship and coaching on personal and professional success
✅ The journey of healing and integrating past experiences into one's identity

00:00 Introduction and Gratitude
00:18 Early Life Struggles
01:01 Overcoming Domestic Violence
02:22 Finding Faith and Transformation
04:50 Understanding and Overcoming Shame
08:20 The Power of Faith in Coaching
13:50 Wisdom to Wealth Program
16:38 Understanding Fear and Purpose
17:09 Embracing Imperfection and Learning from Failure
18:32 Rediscovering Passion and Purpose
20:00 Practical Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
23:27 The Importance of Alignment and Rest
25:34 Lightning Round: Quick Insights
28:15 Final Thoughts and Gratitude

Key Words
✅ poverty
✅ empowerment
✅ God's guidance
✅ body mind spirit alignment
✅ hustle culture
✅ rest
✅ prayer
✅ meditation
✅ scripture
✅ serving others
✅ autobiography
✅ Hit Me With Your Best Shot
✅ victim mentality
✅ depression
✅ anxiety
✅ healing
✅ shame
✅ self-destruction
✅ right-sizing the devil

To Connect with Neena Perez:
https://neenaperez.com/
https://www.instagram.com/neenaperez/

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https://www.youtube.com/c/straighttalknosugaraddedwithneenaperez

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