Living Strong: The Flip Side of Adversity

Breaking the Cycle: Overcoming Adversity & Paving the Kindred Way for Helpers and Healers.

In this moving episode of The Flipside of Adversity, join Kayla "Bird" Kressler—clinician, educator, and founder of Kindred Way Wellness Collective—as she reveals a side of her journey that few know: the personal and systemic struggles that transformed her from a caregiver into an advocate for those who help others. Having dedicated nearly two decades to supporting individuals through crisis and trauma, Bird found herself facing an unexpected crisis of her own, a time when reaching for help exposed immense financial, social, and emotional barriers that deeply impacted her life and career.
Bird’s story sheds light on the challenges of navigating mental health and trauma recovery from within the helping professions, where the reality of moral injury and burnout is often hidden beneath a professional veneer. In a powerful conversation about resilience, trauma-focused care, and the urgent need for compassionate peer support in high-stakes careers, Bird discusses the founding of Kindred Way and her mission to change how we care for caregivers. Please tune in to explore how systemic reform, trauma-informed practices, and the voices of those delivering essential services can shape a future of support and healing for those who help us all.

Resilience Through Adversity: Turning Pain into Purpose

In this episode, Resilience Through Adversity: Turning Pain into Purpose, we explore how life’s toughest challenges can lead to profound personal growth. We’ll discuss how adversity can foster resilience, reshape our understanding of success and failure, and build stronger problem-solving skills. Together, we’ll uncover how overcoming obstacles enhances empathy and compassion and dive into strategies for transforming difficult experiences into opportunities for growth. Tune in to discover how turning pain into purpose can empower you to navigate life’s challenges with strength and optimism.

The Power of the Pause

In this episode, Dr. Nicole Pertillar shares the life-changing “aha moment” that led her to shift her approach to well-being and inspire others to do the same. After a car accident in 2019 forced her to pause and reevaluate her life, Dr. Nic realized the importance of slowing down to tap into Divine Wisdom and Guidance. This pivotal experience led her to transition from traditional counseling to Mental Health Coaching, allowing her to reach and impact a broader audience. With her business, Live from Wholeness Coaching, Dr. Nic empowers women to prioritize self-care, discover their purpose, and find healing through holistic approaches that blend spirit, mind, and body. Tune in to hear her journey, her passion for creativity, and her transformative insights on living a life of wholeness. www.nicolepertillar.com 

Speak! Indifference Isn’t An Option

In this episode, we dive into the power of using your voice to influence change, especially in times when community needs are on the rise. We explore how speaking up and standing out can make a real difference, emphasizing that indifference is not an option when action is needed. Tune in for insights on how to harness your influence and take purposeful steps to uplift and impact your community.

Fearlessly Winning as an Entreprenuer

Let's tackle the challenge of being or becoming a business owner while life continues to happen around you.  Join us as we discuss failures to success and beyond.

Women in Leadership through the years

In this episode of Women in Leadership, with @zrboone we dive into the journey of leadership, tackling the unique challenges faced by women along the way. Zakiyyah will share personal stories of the obstacles she overcame and the pivotal people, places, and experiences that shaped her path to success. You’ll walk away with practical tools for speaking up, standing out, and confidently living out loud as a leader. Whether you’re navigating leadership challenges looking to break through barriers or just leading better in your everyday life, this episode will offer key strategies to empower your voice and vision.

Tools For The FLIP

Have you heard yourself ask...
 
"What if I’m not good enough?”"What if people don’t take me seriously?”"Do I even have anything valuable to say?”"Is it selfish to speak up for myself?”
 
But you have a yearning inside that says… It’s time to speak up, stand up, use your voice… Let’s Talk about it! 
 
Many people ask me, “How did you become a speaker? Where did you start? How do you use your voice on so many platforms?” My answer: because I am healed. For almost 20 years, I’ve been on a healing journey—walking through forgiveness, reclaiming my God-given identity, trading the lies about my value for the truth about my worth, and adopting daily practices that keep my healing in front of me, not as a check mark behind me.
 
Would you believe there was a season when every time I opened my mouth, my voice quaked and my hands shook? NOW, I use my voice with purpose and intention as a transformative tool for myself and others. Join me as I talk about the tools for the FLIP.

Broken Legacies: From Dysfunction to Empowerment with Geolaina 'Jo' Copeland

In this episode, we chat with Geolaina "Jo" Copeland, author of "Broken Legacies," who shares her personal story of dealing with family dysfunction and finding a way to move forward. From the opening line, "This comeback is personal; it’s an apology to myself," we dive into what inspired the book and the challenges of facing difficult family histories. We'll discuss key moments that led to change, the impact of stories from the Bible, and practical advice for anyone struggling with similar issues. This conversation is about finding hope, healing, and the strength to create a better future.

From Trials to Triumph : Unlocking Your Identity Blueprint

In this episode, we will explore the transformative power of adversity and how it can shape your true identity. Our guest shares their personal story of overcoming significant challenges, revealing the pivotal moments that led to a deep self-discovery.
 
Together, we discuss the practical steps they took to unlock their identity blueprint, the role of faith and resilience in their journey, and how embracing their past has empowered them to live a life of purpose. Tune in to gain valuable insights and inspiration for your path to triumph.

Flipping powerless to Power-FULL

Have you felt “less” than yourself lately… hopeless, helpless, powerless. When everything feels turned upside down, even in that moment, we can shift our thought life from obstacle to opportunity. This season has had me encounter so many people devastated by turmoil, and I found myself struggling to remain an influence and not get infected by helplessness and hopelessness. So I have found myself returning to life lessons that have brought me through and FILLED my soul in the process. So it’s just you and me kid this week! I am sharing my story, my strategies, and my life lessons on Flipping powerless to Power-FULL. You get the mic and can ask me your questions… no, I may not know your story but I know your story is not meant to end here. So this week let’s lean in together, ask the hard questions, and get strategic about intentional areas that catapulted our growth , even when it was uncomfortable.