THE MAKING OF ME

Aro Benaiah Kehinde
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“THE MAKING OF ME” is a podcast that explores the real experiences that shape who we become; the struggles, the lessons, the turning points, and the moments we usually keep to ourselves. You’ll love this show if you enjoy honest storytelling, personal growth, and conversations that help you reflect on your own journey. Each episode breaks down simple but powerful truths about life, identity, and becoming better, one step at a time. It’s real, it’s relatable, and it’s made for anyone who’s growing, evolving, or finding their way.

  1. 3 hrs ago

    How a Letterboard Unlocked My Son’s True Intelligence: A Mother’s Journey with Down Syndrome | Darcy Day | The Making of Me

    What if everything we thought we knew about communication, intelligence, and Down syndrome was only part of the story? In this powerful episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Darcy Day, educator, communication specialist, and founder of Spellerzona, shares her deeply personal journey as a mother who discovered a new way of understanding her son through letterboard and spelling-based communication. What began as a search for better communication became a profound shift in perspective—challenging long-held assumptions about ability, intelligence, and what people with Down syndrome are truly capable of expressing. Darcy explains how spelling-based communication has opened up new ways for individuals to share thoughts, emotions, and ideas that were previously unseen or misunderstood, offering families a completely different lens on potential and human expression. 💬 In this episode, you'll discover: How letterboard communication can change how we understand expressionThe emotional journey of discovering a child’s “inner voice”Why traditional views of communication may miss hidden abilitiesHow families are learning to “presume competence” in new waysThe role of spelling-based methods in communication supportWhy patience, belief, and practice can reshape expectationsWhat this means for parents, educators, and caregiversIf you’ve ever questioned how we define intelligence or communication ability, this conversation will challenge your assumptions and expand your understanding of human potential. 🔗 Learn more and connect with Darcy Day:Spellerzona 🔗 Follow on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/darcy.day/?hl=en 📌 Don’t forget to:👍 Like this video if it moved you🔔 Subscribe for more powerful and meaningful conversations💬 Comment below — Did this change how you think about communication and ability? #DarcyDay #Spellerzona #MakingOfMePodcast #DownSyndrome #Communication #Neurodiversity #Letterboard #SpellingToCommunicate #Inclusion #HumanPotential #Parenting #Awareness #Hope

    31 min

  2. 7 hrs ago

    Breaking Generational Chains—Transforming Your Family’s Relationship with Money | Matt Morizio | The Making of Me

    What if the way you think about money wasn't your fault—but it is your responsibility to change it? In this thought-provoking episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Matt Morizio, wealth advisor, entrepreneur, and father of eight, shares how he transformed his relationship with money from one rooted in fear and scarcity to one built on abundance, freedom, and intentional living. Matt explains how financial beliefs are often inherited through generations, shaping our decisions, habits, and emotional responses to money. He also reveals why traditional financial advice frequently overlooks the deeper emotional and psychological factors that influence wealth creation. Through personal stories and practical insights, Matt offers a fresh perspective on building wealth—not just financially, but emotionally and generationally. 💰 In this episode, you'll discover: How money beliefs are passed down from generation to generationThe difference between scarcity thinking and abundance thinkingWhy emotional attachment to money can hold people backHow fear influences financial decisions and opportunitiesPractical ways to create healthier money habitsWhy traditional financial advice often misses the bigger pictureHow to build a legacy that impacts future generationsIf you're looking to improve your relationship with money and create a stronger financial future for your family, this conversation is packed with valuable insights and practical wisdom. 🔗 Learn more about Matt Morizio and Reconstructing Wealth:https://reconstructingwealth.com/ 🔗 Connect with Matt Morizio on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattmorizio/ 📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it changed your perspective on money🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on personal growth, leadership, and transformation💬 Comment below — What money lesson did you learn growing up that still affects you today? #MattMorizio #MakingOfMePodcast #MoneyMindset #FinancialFreedom #GenerationalWealth #WealthBuilding #PersonalFinance #AbundanceMindset #LegacyBuilding #FinancialEducation #Mindset #PersonalGrowth #WealthCreation

    30 min

  3. 19 hrs ago

    How to Build a Digital Marketing Agency from Scratch | Madison Whitcher, MDZN Studio | The Making of Me

    What does it take to launch a thriving digital marketing agency in your early twenties — during a global pandemic — with zero institutional support? In this inspiring episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Madison Whitcher — founder and CEO of MDZN Studio — shares her remarkable journey from graduating college during COVID-19 to building a thriving agency that helps overwhelmed business owners grow their presence online. 🎯 In this episode, you'll discover: How Madison launched MDZN Studio from scratch with no roadmap and no safety netThe resilience and mindset shifts that carried her through the uncertainty of a pandemicPractical digital marketing strategies that actually work in the real world — no jargon, no fluffHow she helps overwhelmed business owners cut through the noise and grow onlineThe truth about time management and entrepreneurship as a young founderWhy starting before you're ready is the only way to truly beginWhether you're dreaming of starting your own agency or simply looking to grow your business online — this episode is packed with honest, actionable advice. 🔗 Connect with Madison Whitcher & grow your business with MDZN Studio: https://www.mdznstudio.com/🔗 Connect with MDZN Studio on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mdzn-studio/?viewAsMember=true 📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it inspired you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's the biggest challenge you've faced starting or growing your own business? #DigitalMarketing #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #MDZNStudio #MakingOfMePodcast #MadisonWhitcher #AgencyLife #StartupLife #Podcast #BusinessGrowth #COVID19Entrepreneur #YoungFounder #MarketingStrategy #OnlineMarketing #Resilience

    24 min

  4. 23 hrs ago

    How Introverts Can Succeed in Corporate Environments Without Changing Who They Are | The Making of Me

    You don't have to be the loudest voice in the room to be the most powerful one. In this empowering episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Ulrike Seminati — global coach and former C-level executive — shares practical, hard-earned insights on how introverted professionals can thrive in high-stakes corporate environments while staying completely true to who they are. 🎯 In this episode, you'll discover: Why your quiet strengths are a powerful asset — not a liabilityHow to communicate your value in corporate settings without pretending to be someone you're notThe steps to get recognized and promoted on your own termsWhy the myth of the "loudest voice wins" is holding introverts back — and how to overcome itPractical strategies for navigating high-stakes corporate environments as an introvertHow to step into your power in a way that feels authentic and sustainableWhether you're an introverted professional feeling overlooked or simply tired of masking who you are — this episode will show you how to win, your way. 🔗 Watch Ulrike's free training & learn more: https://ulrikeseminati.com/🔗 Connect with Ulrike Seminati on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ulrikeseminati/ 📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it empowered you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one introverted strength that has given you an edge in your career? #IntrovertSuccess #CorporateLife #MakingOfMePodcast #UlrikeSeminati #WomenInLeadership #Podcast #AuthenticLeadership #QuietStrength #CareerGrowth #Introverts #ProfessionalDevelopment #Empowerment #CorporateWellness #LeadershipCoaching #BeYourself

    25 min

  5. 1 day ago

    How to Rewire Your Brain for Success: The Self-Driving Mind Explained | The Making of Me

    What if most of your behaviors are running on autopilot — and you didn't even know it? In this fascinating episode of The Making of Me Podcast, neophilosopher and researcher Alan Bodnar — drawing from over 500 books on neuroscience, AI, and mindfulness — breaks down his powerful "Self-Driving Mind" framework and reveals how you can take back control of your habits, behaviors, and ultimate potential. 🎯 In this episode, you'll discover: Why most of your daily behaviors are automatic and self-driving — and what that means for your growthHow the Self-Driving Mind framework can help you rewire your brain for masteryWhy mindfulness isn't just spiritual — it's a science-backed mental training systemHow deliberate attention can interrupt automatic patterns and create lasting changePractical insights from neuroscience and AI that apply directly to your everyday lifeHow to take conscious control of your habits and unlock your true potentialIf you've ever wondered why change feels so hard — this episode will show you exactly what's happening in your brain and how to fix it. 🔗 Start your journey & learn more: https://theselfdrivingyou.com/ 📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it opened your eyes🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one habit you've been trying to rewire and what has worked for you? #BrainScience #Mindfulness #HabitChange #SelfImprovement #Neuroscience #MakingOfMePodcast #AlanBodnar #SelfDrivingMind #Podcast #BehaviorChange #NeuroplasticityMindset #Rewire #PersonalGrowth #Transformation #MentalMastery

    31 min

  6. 1 day ago

    The Power of "SMILE": A Framework for Purposeful Living and Writing | The Making of Me

    What if a simple five-letter acronym could completely transform how you live, lead, and leave your mark on the world? In this deeply purposeful episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Terrence Rotering — military veteran and author of the epic Chronicles of Trinian series — shares how the SMILE framework shaped his military career, his creative journey through a 5,000-page book series, and his approach to living with intention every single day. 🎯 In this episode, you'll discover: The five powerful pillars of the SMILE framework — Service, Mission, Intentionality, Legacy, and EternityHow decades of military service shaped Terrence's approach to purpose and disciplineWhy intentional living is the foundation of a life that truly mattersHow to design your legacy starting with the decisions you make todayThe creative journey behind a 5,000-page book series and what it teaches about persistenceHow to connect your everyday actions to something far greater than yourselfIf you're searching for more meaning, purpose, and direction in your life — this episode will give you a framework to live by. 🔗 Learn more about the Chronicles of Trinian series & connect with Terrence Rotering: https://chroniclesoftrinian.com/ 📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it inspired you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — Which letter of the SMILE framework resonates most with where you are in life right now? #PurposefulLiving #SMILEFramework #MakingOfMePodcast #TerrenceRotering #MilitaryVeteran #Legacy #Podcast #Intentionality #Writing #ChroniclesOfTrinian #Faith #Mission #PersonalGrowth #Transformation #Inspiration

    29 min

  7. 1 day ago

    How Making a Promise Can Change Your Life: The Power of Emotional Commitment | Matthew Cossolotto | The Making of Me

    What if one heartfelt promise could completely change the direction of your life? In this powerful episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Matthew Cossolotto, also known as The Empowerment Pro, shares the deeply personal story of a life-changing promise he made to his dying mother—and how that single moment became the foundation for his entire career, purpose, and philosophy on success. From speechwriting at the highest levels of government and global organizations to coaching leaders around the world, Matthew reveals how promises create emotional commitment far stronger than goals alone. He explains how this emotional anchor can transform discipline, identity, and follow-through in ways most people never realize. 💡 In this episode, you'll discover: Why promises are more powerful than traditional goalsThe emotional psychology behind commitment and follow-throughHow one personal promise reshaped Matthew’s entire life pathWhy most people struggle to stay consistent with their goalsHow emotional meaning increases accountability and actionThe connection between identity, integrity, and promises keptPractical insight into using commitment for personal transformationIf you’ve ever struggled to stay consistent or follow through on what matters most, this conversation will shift how you think about motivation and discipline. 🔗 Learn more about Matthew Cossolotto’s work:https://matthewcossolotto.com/ 🔗 Connect on LinkedIn:https://linkedin.com/in/matthew-cossolotto-the-empowerment-pro 📌 Don’t forget to:👍 Like this video if it inspired you🔔 Subscribe for more transformational conversations💬 Comment below — Have you ever made a promise that changed your life? #MatthewCossolotto #TheEmpowermentPro #MakingOfMePodcast #PersonalGrowth #PromisePower #SelfDevelopment #Motivation #Integrity #Mindset #Success #Leadership #Transformation #LifeLessons

    34 min

  8. 2 days ago

    How Near-Death Experiences Changed My Approach to Leadership | Matthew Jacques | The Making of Me

    What happens when leadership is no longer just a business concept—but something shaped by survival, pressure, and real-life consequences? In this powerful episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Matthew Jacques, CEO of Neptune Holding Group, shares how his journey through high-stakes leadership and near-life challenges reshaped everything he believed about success, responsibility, and people. As a Navy veteran and founder of a multi-division group spanning security, training, and related services, Matthew opens up about the realities behind building and leading at scale—where decisions don’t just impact business outcomes, but people’s lives, wellbeing, and futures. This conversation explores how personal hardship, leadership pressure, and moments of deep reflection forced him to rethink what it truly means to lead well. ⚡ In this episode, you'll discover: How high-pressure leadership environments shape decision-makingWhy wellbeing and self-leadership are critical for sustainable performanceLessons from military experience applied to business leadershipThe hidden cost of carrying responsibility at scaleHow leaders can better support and develop their teamsWhy leadership is as much about people as it is about systems and growthWhat it means to lead with clarity under pressureIf you’re a leader, entrepreneur, or someone interested in high-performance environments, this conversation offers a grounded look at what leadership really demands behind the scenes. 🔗 Learn more about Matthew Jacques’ work:https://frontlinehorizon.com.au/ 🔗 Follow on Instagram:https://instagram.com/jacquesy88 📌 Don’t forget to:👍 Like this video if it gave you insight🔔 Subscribe for more leadership and transformation conversations💬 Comment below — What do you think is the hardest part of leadership under pressure? #Leadership #MakingOfMePodcast #MatthewJacques #BusinessLeadership #SelfLeadership #NeptuneHoldingGroup #Resilience #MilitaryLeadership #PersonalGrowth #HighPerformance #Entrepreneurship #DecisionMaking #LeadershipDevelopment

    25 min
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“THE MAKING OF ME” is a podcast that explores the real experiences that shape who we become; the struggles, the lessons, the turning points, and the moments we usually keep to ourselves. You’ll love this show if you enjoy honest storytelling, personal growth, and conversations that help you reflect on your own journey. Each episode breaks down simple but powerful truths about life, identity, and becoming better, one step at a time. It’s real, it’s relatable, and it’s made for anyone who’s growing, evolving, or finding their way.

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  • Creator
    Aro Benaiah Kehinde
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    457
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Aro Benaiah Kehinde
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    THE MAKING OF ME