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157. She Is You: How To Transformed Pain into Purpose with Felicity Nicole

Warriors Unmasked

Release Date: 09/24/2024

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In this inspiring episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Felicity Nicole, the founder of She Is You, an online community designed to support midlife women through their healing journeys. Felicity’s story is one of transformation, resilience, and the power of faith. From surviving a traumatic childhood to overcoming an abusive marriage, Felicity has faced unimaginable challenges—but she has emerged stronger, with a mission to help others heal and thrive.

Throughout the episode, Felicity shares candidly about her early life, growing up in a highly dysfunctional and toxic environment, and the traumatic experiences she faced from an early age. She talks about how she found the strength to leave her abusive marriage with just $45 and a young son, determined to create a better life for herself and her family. Her courage, faith, and unwavering belief in something greater guided her through the darkest times.

Felicity also opens up about her healing process, including the tools and strategies she uses to stay grounded and continue her personal growth. From meditation and Reiki to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Felicity shares the methods that have helped her reframe her thinking, rebuild her confidence, and heal from the past. She emphasizes the importance of self-care, affirmations, and faith in her journey, inspiring listeners to find their own path to healing.

Key Takeaways from Felicity’s Journey:

  • The Power of Faith and Courage: Felicity’s story is a testament to the power of faith and the courage it takes to leave behind what no longer serves you. She reminds listeners that where there is a will, there is a way, and that they too can rewrite their story.

  • Healing is a Journey, Not a Destination: Felicity talks about the layers of healing, comparing it to peeling an onion. Each layer reveals new opportunities for growth, and she encourages others to embrace the discomfort that comes with healing.

  • Mindset is Everything: Felicity shares how positive affirmations, meditation, and mindfulness have transformed her life. She highlights the importance of speaking kind words to yourself and reprogramming your mind to overcome limiting beliefs.

She Is You: A Community for Midlife Women

Felicity is also the founder of She Is You, an online magazine and community that offers support, resources, and articles for midlife women navigating their own healing journeys. Focused on the four pillars of life—career and finance, spirituality, health and wellness, and relationships—She Is You provides empowering content for women looking to rebuild and thrive. Felicity’s passion for helping women reclaim their power shines through in this episode as she discusses the mission behind her brand.

For those interested in learning more about Felicity’s journey and the She Is You community, visit SheIsYouMag.com. You can also pick up her memoir Pieces of Me, a raw and powerful account of her life and her path to healing.

Listen to the full episode to hear Felicity Nicole’s courageous story and gain insights into how you too can find the strength to transform your life. Share this episode with someone who could use the inspiration, and join us on this journey of perseverance, healing, and growth.

As always, connect with Chuck and learn more about his work by following the links below. Let’s do this together! 

 

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Episode Minute By Minute:

  • 00:00 – Introduction and welcoming Felicity Nicole
  • 02:15 – Felicity’s background and upbringing in a dysfunctional family
  • 05:32 – Breaking free from trauma and finding the courage to leave an abusive marriage
  • 09:00 – The first step to healing and rebuilding confidence with affirmations
  • 11:31 – Discovering the power of "I am" affirmations and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • 14:45 – Rebuilding her life and finding support along the way
  • 16:23 – Sending her son to a therapeutic boarding school as part of her healing journey
  • 19:51 – The importance of recognizing old trauma stories and reparenting yourself
  • 23:00 – Meditation, prayer, and spiritual practices that keep Felicity grounded
  • 26:20 – Embracing personal growth and the lessons learned through healing
  • 29:00 – The launch of She Is You and Felicity’s vision for the community
  • 33:18 – How She Is You empowers midlife women on their healing journey
  • 35:00 – Final thoughts: Embrace your deepest desires and rewrite your story