Encore: Do Hard Things and Take Center Stage in Your Own Life
Empowering Women, Transforming Lives
Release Date: 06/26/2025
Empowering Women, Transforming Lives
What if this season, instead of rushing through the holidays, we slowed down enough to rediscover the magic within us, and between us? In this special episode, Rebecca Hall Gruyter sits down with two extraordinary women, Amy McKiernan and Amy Weinland Daughters, for a heartfelt conversation on healing, connection, and mindfulness. Amy McKiernan, author of More Than a Survivor, shares how her “Eight Keys” help survivors of trauma reclaim their voice and rediscover peace. Her story is one of courage, a reminder that healing begins with presence,...
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Do you ever wonder if it's truly possible to generate energy and vibrancy during the holiday season? Sometimes the expectations of the season can feel crushing but today's guests will assure you that you CAN live with boundaries and avoid some of the stress and overwhelm that often comes with the season. In this replay, Listen in as Rebecca talks with Eva Medilek and Beth McGill - two women who have dedicated their lives to mentoring and coaching others on their journeys toward health and magical living. They have drawn from their own expertise and perspective on living with purpose and...
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Are you reaching your full potential? Do you need to make changes? In your personal life? In your business approach? In this replay, our guests are both seasoned authors with a wealth of experience as they help other women transcend various challenges and circumstances in life and work. Rebecca talked with Dr. Sharon Arrindell and Karen Ann Bulluck about their books and their passions for helping others bring forth their best selves. As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com. Our guests are also online! Find Dr. Sharon at...
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What does it take to lead with courage in a world that feels more complex by the day? In this episode, Rebecca Hall Gruyter sits down with Farah Bala, Leadership & Executive Coach, Consultant, and Speaker, to explore what it means to lead authentically in today’s complex world. As the founder of FARSIGHT, Farah has helped leaders across industries and continents develop the skills and presence to create meaningful, sustainable change. Together, Rebecca and Farah dive into the power of inclusive leadership, the intersection of identity and influence,...
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In this replay, our guest is Rob Eastman. By his own admission, he ran from his problems most of his life, letting feelings of anxiety and depression take over, rather than asking why they were there. His journey eventually led him into recovery, where he used extreme sports, such as cage fighting, ultramarathons, rock climbing, and skydiving, to face his toughest demons. In this show, he talked with Rebecca about his book and how he now uses those life lessons to coach others on how to stand and fight. He has devoted his life to helping others find feel encouraged, challenged, and equipped...
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Episode Description Life has a way of unraveling our carefully planned stories, and sometimes, that unraveling is what leads to our most profound growth. In this episode, Rebecca Hall Gruyter is joined by Becky Moller, spiritual seeker, writer, and mindfulness teacher, to explore what it means to become “undone” and why that can be the very thing that sets us free. Becky shares insights from her new book Undone, Unafraid: Evolving through Betrayal, Trauma, Femininity and Faith, and walks us through the step-by-step pathway that helped her transform rock-bottom moments...
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Are you ready to develop the discipline, resilience, and daily, goal-based habits that will propel you to top-level performance in your personal life, business, or career?? In this replay, Jason Palmer - an author, speaker, horse trainer, and elite performance coach brings his expertise in the horse arena to help people harness the power that they possess within. He talked with Rebecca about vision and passion, leaving a legacy, and the demands of growth. As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com. Our guests are also online. Jason can be found...
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For many teens and parents, life can feel overwhelming, balancing school, family expectations, and personal struggles can leave everyone stretched thin. In this episode, Rebecca Hall Gruyter is joined by M. Kay Bush, International Best-Selling author of You Can Do Hard Things: Life Tools for Teens, and Jheri South, ADHD Specialist, Teen & Parent Coach, and founder of Headspace Hub. Together, Kay and Jheri share practical tools and real-life insights for building resilience, improving communication, and finding balance, whether you’re a teen trying to navigate challenges or a parent...
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Do you struggle to balance your various callings? Is balance even possible? What does it mean to embrace flexibility in your search for balance? In this replay, Rebecca talks with author and entpreneur Katie Coffman about her own journey of publishing her book and balancing the other parts of her life. Katie will share her own tips and tricks for staying getting back in balance when you get off track. As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter, at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com. Our guests are also online. Katie's online home is: https://topdogpublishing.net.
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In a world searching for connection and meaning, authentic mentorship lights the way. In this replay, Rebecca Hall Gruyter talks with Rachel about the power of leading with purpose, lifting others, and leaving a legacy that truly matters. Together, they explore how mentoring relationships build confidence, foster growth, and help us recognize the stars in our own constellation, those who guide, support, and inspire us. Whether you’re looking to find a mentor or become one, this conversation will encourage you to fully show up, share your gifts, and SHINE this season both personally and...
info_outlineMessages of hope and resilience aren't always easy to find but if you look, you can find them. In this replay of a popular show from last summer, our guests are bestselling authors Ramona Baxter and M. Kay Bush. They talked with Rebecca about their passion of bringing empowerment to others who need a turning point. They believe that tools like courage, belief mindset, skills of perseverance, and resilience make all the difference as we each learn to step into our own lives. They shared about their book writing process and the highs and lows of launching a bestseller. As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter at the www.RHGTVnetwork.com or at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com. Our guests are also online. Ramona's online home is: https://fairytalesandstreetfights. Kay can be found at: https://www.youcandohardthings.today/.
About our guests:
M. Kay Bush, international best-selling author, school counselor, and Youth Mental Health First Aid instructor, has supported youth for over forty years. Kay listened to the tough stories as she supported teens and children in hospitals, support groups, and educational settings. From these spaces, Kay learned from the teens in front of her. Courage, belief mindset, skills of perseverance, and resilience are the tools that empower young people to take charge of their circumstances. These are the Life Tools in her book, You Can Do Hard Things. Kay encourages all conversations around empowering youth. She believes in them. You can find her online at: tps://www.youcandohardthings.today/.
Ramona Baxter is the bestselling author of Fairytales and Street Fights. Her book is an anthem for the untold stories within us. An irreverent journey of triumph over adversity, Ramona unapologetically expresses the crazy machinations of a closet addict and the astonishing miracle that set her free. This book is a powerful reminder that no matter how deeply we may have fallen, we each possess the strength to rise again, and forge a path toward healing, compassion, and self-acceptance. Ramona is a mother of four and grandmother of four, and fairy dogmother of three. She continues to inspire others to embrace their magic, give their inner warrior wings, and unleash their inner superhero. Find her online at: https://