Welcome to Ujana (pron. Oyana) : A Teenager's & Young Adults Journey to Self Love

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This is the last episode this year, and I will be taking a break in January, with the plan to come back in February with more great stories and content. Thank you so much for your support and encouragement.  I've loved sharing a space with you all. Wishing you and your loved ones a great Festive Season and a healthy and prosperous New Year. Now on with the show! Today, I have the pleasure to share a space with Aaron Huey, Founder of “Parenting Teens that Struggle” and the host of the #1 Parenting Podcast “Beyond Risk and Back” which is Mental Health News Radio Network's highest-rated show internationally. He is also a Family Consultant, a teen coach, and an addiction interventionist, and facilitates powerful parenting events. Aaron is the Founder and President of Fire Mountain Programs, and since 2004 has run kids camps, teen camps, and family programming. In 2009, he and his wife Christine opened a residential Mental Health and Dependency recovery treatment center for teens ages 12-17 in Colorado. Fire Mountain Residential Treatment Centre was in 2019 named one of the Top 50 Healthcare Providers in the United States His mission is to awaken confidence and leadership. “It‘s not about being better, it‘s about giving up the struggle to be different from who you are.” . We talk about and what you will learn: His childhood and addiction journey Mental, Addiction, and Behavioral health Why self-care is important for recovery Tips for parenting teens that struggle Case studies His Rites of Passage Program for Teens Programs for Parents Plus much more! I loved Aaron's raw, down-to-earth wisdom and energy. If you're looking for some positive energy or looking for some amazing tips this show is for you! Resources mentioned https://www.samhsa.gov/ The Ace Quiz - https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2015/03/02/387007941/take-the-ace-quiz-and-learn-what-it-does-and-doesnt-mean?t=1640201880426 50thLaw – 50cents and Robert Green Contact Details Podcast: Beyond risk and back FB: Parenting teens that struggle Aaron@firemountainprograms.com You can find his master class at: www.Brabapp.com Share this episode and help me to serve more people. Let’s help our youth succeed. Thank you x

Today, I have the pleasure to speak with  Kimberley Gowdy, author of The Colorless Womb and Founder of MOBY (Mommy Older Baby Younger) Born in Alabama, and raised in Connecticut, Kimberly always yearned for a child. After seven failed pregnancies and being trapped in an abusive marriage with a spouse, she parted ways with her husband to start a new life in Atlanta, Georgia. Years later she met her husband who shared the same dreams of having a child. ​Kimberly knew that she could become pregnant, however, she could not carry a child to term.  The couple entertained the possibility of surrogacy but experienced one disappointment after another.  With only two embryos left, failure was not an option.  Desperate to find the perfect surrogate led them to the biggest surprise of their lives—an ultimate match in an unforeseen package... We talk about and what you will learn: Her background Kimberly’s infertility and surrogacy journey Dealing with racial and ignorant comments from friends and family members Making the right choices based on your desires MOBY – Mummy Older Baby Younger. A support group for women 35 and over Her book – The Colorless Womb Plus much more! Kimberley shares her powerful story candidly and with grace. I hope you enjoy it! Thank you for your support

Today, I have the pleasure to speak with Retirement Strategist and Financial Advisor, Jefflyn Dangerfield. . Jefflyn speaks passionately, about preparing for the future: college funding (US) building wealth and legacy. She shares practical information you can use to reach your goals and retire on your own terms. Whatever financial habits you would like to instill in your child, or changes you’re hoping to make or goals you’re trying to achieve, Jefflyn has a wealth of experience and knowledge. So tune in now! We also talk about and what you will learn: Her background The importance of investing in yourself 70% / 30% Principle Retirement planning Family budgeting/strategies Making budgeting fun with your children Navigating the digital age Plus much more! Resources Podcast: http://www.imyouragentpodcast.podsite.io/ Jefflyn’s Book Retirement Trilogy A book series with written adaptations from the I’m Your Agent podcast, a resource for education, information, and retirement planning. Jefflyn also hosts the “Brunch and Learn event, “Make A Dollar Out of 15 Cents” event and key webinars developed to help women navigate the unique challenges they face at retirement. Contact Details: Website:  http://www.imyouragent.us/ Instagram: I’myouragentpc Facebook: I’myouragent Share this episode and help me to serve more people. Let’s help our youth succeed. Thank you x