Call Me Courage

Kena and Sandra

Call Me Courage is a heartfelt podcast for anyone standing at the edge of change. Life doesn’t come with a roadmap — but courage helps light the way. Through real-life stories, meaningful conversations, and gentle guidance, we explore what it means to face fear, trust yourself, and navigate life’s transitions with confidence, kindness, and heart. A reminder that your strength truly does lie within.

  1. S2 E15 - No Judgement

    4d ago

    S2 E15 - No Judgement

    In this Call Me Courage Midweek Inspiration & Motivation episode, Kena discusses the theme of judgment and its impact on personal growth and spirituality. She shares personal experiences and insights on releasing judgment, treating others with kindness, and the importance of understanding and compassion. Listen to explore the profound impact of judgment on personal growth and relationships, emphasizing kindness, understanding, and spiritual development. This episode offers insights on releasing judgment, practicing kindness, and fostering inner peace. The opinions shared on this podcast are solely those of the hosts, Kena. If you are in crisis or feel you may be in danger, please seek professional help. Additional support resources can be found on the Call Me Courage blog page. https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/blog KEYWORDS judgment, kindness, spiritual growth, emotional intelligence, self-awareness, compassion, mental health, personal development KEY TOPICS The importance of releasing judgment for spiritual growthHow judgment affects relationships and self-perceptionPracticing kindness and compassion in daily life TITLES The Power of Releasing Judgment for Personal GrowthHow Kindness Transforms Your Relationships and Inner Peace SOUND BITES "Treat everyone with basic human respect." "Pause and catch yourself judging." "Spread kindness every chance you get." CHAPTERS 00:00 Understanding Judgment: A Personal Journey 02:56 The Impact of Judgment on Relationships 05:46 Choosing Kindness Over Judgment RESOURCES Call Me Courage Podcast - https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/ #judgement #kindness #compassion #spiritualgrowth #bekind #donotjudgeothers #clarity #confidence #courage #callmecourage #callmecouragepodcast

    8 min
  2. S2 E14 - Passion Without Burnout

    May 18

    S2 E14 - Passion Without Burnout

    In this episode of the Call Me Courage Midweek Inspiration & Motivation Kena explores how to live passionately without burnout, emphasizing balance, peace, and self-awareness. She shares insights on recognizing burnout, maintaining inner peace, and nurturing relationships while staying true to oneself. The episode explores the concept of living one's passion without experiencing burnout. It delves into the distinction between passion and pressure, the recognition and understanding of burnout symptoms, the process of healing from burnout, navigating relationships, and embracing peace and power in living one's passion. The opinions shared on this podcast are solely those of the hosts, Kena. If you are in crisis or feel you may be in danger, please seek professional help. Additional support resources can be found on the Call Me Courage blog page. https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/blog KEYWORDS burnout, passion, balance, self-awareness, peace, emotional health, purpose, relationships, self-care, motivation KEY TOPICS Burnout signs and preventionBalancing passion and peaceRelationship dynamics and growthSelf-awareness and boundaries TAKEAWAYS Burnout is not just fatigue; it's emotional and spiritual depletion.Passion becomes depletion when it turns into pressure.Balance involves creating from inspiration, not pressure.Recognizing burnout signs like irritability and disconnection.Healing burnout is about changing your relationship with your work.Your purpose should nourish, not consume, you.Confidence can trigger ego traps; stay mindful.Your true power is in making heavy things feel lighter. TITLES Living Your Passion Without Burning Out: A Guide to BalanceHow to Maintain Peace While Pursuing Your Purpose SOUND BITES "Your passion is not the problem." "Balance is the key to sustainable passion." "Hold your passion with more grace and peace." CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Passion and Burnout 03:21 Understanding Burnout 06:34 Finding Balance in Passion 07:38 Navigating Relationships and Ego 08:39 The Invitation to Choose Peace RESOURCES Call Me Courage Podcast - https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/ Call Me Courage Blog - https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/blog #burnout #passion #livepassionately #choosepeace #takecareofyou #clarity #confidence #courage #callmecourage #callmecouragepodcast

    10 min
  3. S1 E5 - The Wisdom of Frustration (Part 2)

    May 17

    S1 E5 - The Wisdom of Frustration (Part 2)

    In this episode, Sandra explores the deep emotional journey of frustration, failure, and self-discovery. She shares personal insights on how armor, guilt, and self-doubt can block growth and offers practical steps to transform frustration into opportunities for healing and evolution. The conversation delves into the weight of frustration, the Valid method for learning and resolving, the impact of childhood armor, and the power of intention. It also explores the concept of not taking things personally and the process of rebuilding confidence. https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/ SANDRA’S KEY TAKEAWAYS Frustration is a call for change — not a dead end.We often stop trying because failing hurts more than giving up.Armour can block creativity, flexibility, and growth.Learning requires identifying the unmet need underneath the frustration.Intention shifts us from surviving to evolving.Not taking things personally prevents us from slipping into victimhood.Rebuilding confidence is part of the healing process. The opinions shared on this podcast are solely those of the hosts, Sandra and Kena. If you are in crisis or feel you may be in danger, please seek professional help. Additional support resources can be found on the Call Me Courage blog page. https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/blog KEYWORDS personal growth, frustration, armor, self-coaching, emotional healing, confidence, self-awareness, transformation KEY TOPICS The role of armor developed in childhood and its impact on adult growthThe Valid Method: Valuing feelings, asking questions, learning, and intentionHow frustration signals the need for change and growthThe importance of not taking things personally to avoid victimhoodRebuilding confidence through self-awareness and compassion TITLES The Hidden Power of Frustration: A Personal JourneyBreaking Through Armor: How to Heal and Grow SOUND BITES "Identifying unmet needs is key to healing.""We choose our family and lessons before birth.""Shift from surviving to evolving with intention." CHAPTERS 00:00 The Weight of Frustration and Shame 04:51 Understanding the Valid Method 08:30 The Armor We Wear 14:13 The Role of Family in Our Growth 20:00 Lessons from Life's Challenges 25:52 Intention and Personal Growth 30:08 Rebuilding Confidence and Empowerment 33:47 NEWCHAPTER RESOURCES The Secret Language of Feelings by Calvin D. Banyan - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A7U4V4QThe Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1878424319 #callmecourage #callmecouragepodcast #armor #frustration #VALID #callforchange #clarity #confidence #courage

    35 min
  4. S2 E13 - Clarity Changes Everything

    May 11

    S2 E13 - Clarity Changes Everything

    This Call Me Courage Midweek Inspiration & Motivation episode explores the transformative power of clarity in life. Kena focuses on the importance of clarity in life and how it can lead to courage and intention. It explores the concept of clarity, understanding Venus and relating, getting clear with a simple exercise, tools for clarity and consistency, and defining core values and a mission statement. The key takeaways are the significance of clarity and the power of intention. Kena shares practical exercises, insights from astrology, and personal strategies to help listeners gain awareness, set intentions, and make meaningful changes with baby steps. The opinions shared on this podcast are solely those of the hosts, Kena. If you are in crisis or feel you may be in danger, please seek professional help. Additional support resources can be found on the Call Me Courage blog page. https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/blog KEYWORDS clarity, self-awareness, personal growth, intention, habits, astrology, self-improvement, motivation, mindfulness, life coaching KEY TOPICS The importance of clarity in lifePractical exercises for self-awarenessUsing astrology to understand personal preferencesSetting intentions with core values and mission statements TAKEAWAYS Clarity begins with awareness and honesty.Small, intentional steps lead to lasting change.Focus on one area at a time for success.Create a mantra to anchor your progress.Baby steps build lifelong habits TITLES The Power of Clarity: How Small Steps Lead to Big ChangesUnlock Your Inner Courage Through Clarity SOUND BITES "Venus is about relating, not just love." "Awareness is where your clarity begins." "Baby steps can turn into lifelong changes." CHAPTERS 00:00 Finding Clarity: The Key to Courage 02:51 Understanding Likes and Dislikes for Clarity 06:00 Taking Action: Small Steps Towards Clarity RESOURCES Call Me Courage Podcast on Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/call-me-courage/id1870941728Lila Astrology App - Co-creator Ricky Williams - Venus Workshop - https://www.lilaverse.app/The Tapping Solution - https://www.thetappingsolution.com/Call Me Courage Blog with links to finding therapist sites https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/blog #clarity #intention #selfawareness #personalgrowth #habits #motivation#mindfulness #confidence #courage #callmecourage #callmecouragepodcast

    7 min
  5. S1 E4 - The Wisdom of Frustration (Part 1)

    May 4

    S1 E4 - The Wisdom of Frustration (Part 1)

    In this Call Me Courage Episode, Sandra and Kena explore the wisdom of feelings, focusing on the feeling of frustration. They discuss the importance of intentional growth, the internal and external aspects of personal development, and the practical application of the VALID method for understanding and addressing feelings. The VALID method is Sandra’s curated portion of her PEP (Personal Evolution Practice). The opinions shared on this podcast are solely those of the hosts, Sandra and Kena. If you are in crisis or feel you may be in danger, please seek professional help. Additional support resources can be found on the Call Me Courage Blog. https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/blog SANDRA’S KEY TAKE AWAYS Feelings are signals — and all feelings are valuable even if they feel negative.Naming the feeling is the first step toward understanding it.Valuing the feeling reconnects us with our inner guide.Frustration is a secondary feeling — it comes from an unmet need.Depression can sometimes be the body’s way of forcing a pause.Frustration is a call for change, not a failure.Quietly giving up can create shame — and that shame deserves compassion and understanding. KEYWORDS feelings, frustration, valid method, emotional intelligence, personal growth, inner guide, self-awareness, emotional signals, mental health, resilience KEY TOPICS The valid method for understanding feelingsThe difference between primary, secondary, and tertiary feelingsHow frustration signals unmet needsCreating respite to manage difficult emotionsThe importance of valuing and naming feelings CO-HOST Sandra and Kena SOUND BITS "Frustration signals unmet needs.""Frustration is a call for change.""Leave it, change it, or accept it." CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to the Wisdom of Feelings 01:56 Understanding the Valid Method 04:23 Valuing Frustration: Acknowledging Feelings 08:25 Exploring the Wisdom of Frustration 11:32 Frustration as a Call for Change 14:50 Accepting, Changing, or Leaving: A Practical Approach 18:54 Creating a Respite from Frustration 20:23 Wrap-Up and Key Takeaways RESOURCES The Secret Language of Feelings by Calvin D. BanyanThe Four Agreements by Don Miguel RuizThe Untethered Soul by Michael SingerEckhart Tolle WebsiteCall Me Courage Website #frustration #respite #Acceptance #Change #ValueFeelings #VALID #PEP #CallMeCourage #CallMeCouragePodcast

    25 min
  6. S2 E10 Feeling Stuck? Break the Cycle

    Apr 21

    S2 E10 Feeling Stuck? Break the Cycle

    This episode of the Call Me Courage Midweek Inspiration & Motivation explores how feeling stuck is a signal for growth and offers practical strategies to break free from the hamster wheel of life. Hosted by Kena, it emphasizes self-awareness, curiosity, boundaries, and small courageous steps to reclaim your life. Kena explores the feeling of being stuck and offers practical ways to break the cycle, find curiosity, set boundaries, and embrace small changes. She emphasizes the importance of service, trust in the process, and taking small steps with courage. KEYWORDS Stuck, unstuck, depressed, hamster wheel of life, self-growth, motivation, mental health, personal development, overcoming stagnation, small steps, small habits, change it up, do something different KEY TOPICS Recognizing the hamster wheel of lifeThe importance of self-awareness and honestyPractical steps to feel unstuck: journaling, curiosity, boundaries, spontaneity, volunteeringThe mindset of progress over perfectionThe power of small, consistent actions WEEKLY MANTRA I am worthy of living the life I truly want to live. TAKEAWAYS Recognize the hamster wheel of lifeFeeling lost is a sign of growth, not failure.Journaling helps uncover hidden feelings and truths.Follow your curiosity to rediscover passion.Set boundaries to protect your energy.Small, consistent steps lead to meaningful change.Embrace the small changes and take small steps with courage. HIGHLIGHTS Break Free from the Hamster Wheel: 6 Practical Steps to Reclaim Your LifeFeeling Stuck? How to Jump Off the Cycle and Find Your True Path"Feeling stuck doesn't mean failure.""You're in a moment of becoming.""You are not broken or behind." CHAPTERS 00:00 Recognizing the Hamster Wheel of Life 03:07 Strategies to Break Free from Feeling Stuck 08:24 Embracing Small Changes for Big Impact RESOURCES Call Me Courage Podcast - https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/ MIT OpenCourseWare - https://ocw.mit.edu/ Lifestyle Rx - https://lifestylerx.io/ #Stuck #unstuck #depressed #feelingstuck #hamsterwheel #clarity #confidence #courage #callmecourage #callmecouragepodcast #betternotperfect #smallhabits #babysteps #boundaries #curiosity #loveyourself #honoryou #unfulfilled #unheard #

    10 min

Ratings & Reviews

5
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Call Me Courage is a heartfelt podcast for anyone standing at the edge of change. Life doesn’t come with a roadmap — but courage helps light the way. Through real-life stories, meaningful conversations, and gentle guidance, we explore what it means to face fear, trust yourself, and navigate life’s transitions with confidence, kindness, and heart. A reminder that your strength truly does lie within.