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Hi Growth Buddies!! 🤭 Welcome to this growing community and circle. We're all about taking right steps to get to the best version of ourselves. As individuals, our lives are different but stories could be similar. Season 4 of Bleana’s Voice brings real, reflective, and honest conversations with you growth buddies around the world. To share your story, kindly send an email to the address: bleanasvoice@gmail.com Do well to include your name, country and availability. Let's make this about us, amazing growth buddies!! Love, Bleana❤️

  1. 6d ago

    The Girl Chat We Need| Ex-Beauty Queen on Femininity and Confidence

    Hi Growth Buddies! What does it mean to feel beautiful, embrace your femininity, and show up confidently as a woman? In this episode of Bleana’s Voice, I'm seated with an aspiring queen who is building a career in the health sector while growing her beauty brand, House of Classic Queen, for a conversation about beauty, confidence, self-expression, and becoming the woman you want to be. We're talking about beauty beyond crown and makeup, embracing yourself with confidence, and learning to appreciate who you are even on the days you don't feel your best. From trying new things and working out to investing in self-care and pursuing your goals, this conversation is a reminder that you don't need anyone's permission to show up for yourself. We also explore what it means to embrace femininity, develop genuine self-confidence, and understand that your worth goes beyond your physical appearance. Because you can love beauty, fashion, and looking your best while knowing that your identity is so much more than what people see. This episode is your reminder to give yourself permission to grow, glow, and enjoy being you. Kindly share this to someone who'd appreciate.

  2. Oct 21

    Politics, Business & Healthcare: Finding Purpose in Serving People

    Hi Growth Buddies! What connects entrepreneurship, politics and healthcare? The answer is simple, the desire to make an impact. In this episode of Bleana's Voice, I'm seated with a political enthusiast, registered midwife, and beauty entrepreneur, Edidiong Nkanang, to explore purpose, leadership, business growth, political engagement, and the impact one person can make in different areas of life. Her entrepreneurial journey began in secondary school, where she ran a small store right from her classroom seat. That early experience reflects a mindset that has continued into her other pursuits: identifying needs, recognizing opportunities, and finding practical ways to help people. We discuss her interest in politics and the role of understanding people's needs in public service and community impact. We also explore entrepreneurship, transitioning while building her beauty collection, understanding the market, and making informed decisions by consulting mentors. Faith is another important part of her story. She shares her gratitude to Jesus, acknowledging that everything she has achieved is by His grace. Whether you're interested in entrepreneurship, women's participation in politics, healthcare, leadership, or personal growth, this conversation encourages you to start with what you have, remain open to learning, and consider how your skills and interests can make a difference. Kindly share this with someone who'd appreciate.

  3. Oct 14

    African Fashion, Body Confidence & Your Posture of Worship

    Hi Growth Buddies! What does it mean to dress with confidence, embrace your body, and live worship-filled? In this episode of Bleana’s Voice, I'm seated with a creative director in the African fashion industry, Comfort Reuben of Khomee Couture, to explore style, body confidence, self-expression and faith. We're talking about what makes African fashion so expressive, how the right outfit can bring out different sides of your personality, and why embracing your body type matters more than trying to fit a standard. We also unpack the idea of dressing the way you want to be addressed and learning to stand confidently in who you are. But confidence goes beyond what we wear. We explore the meaning of worship, the posture of a heart surrendered to God, and how our relationship with Him shapes the way we live. Whether you love African fashion, are learning to embrace your body, want to develop your confidence, or are growing in your faith, this conversation is a reminder that you can express yourself boldly while remaining grounded in God.

  4. Oct 7

    Getting It Together as a Woman: Moving Countries & Self-discipline

    Hi Growth Buddies! In this episode of Bleana’s Voice, I'm seated with my girl, Dr Abbie, to talk about discipline, womanhood, and navigating major life transitions. Abbie shares her experience of earning a master’s degree after medical school and moving across three different countries since the age of 15. We are also talking about trusting God when you don't know what is next, developing the boldness to believe in what God can do through your life, and finding a personal relationship with God beyond the faith your parents introduced you to. We also get into the power of discipline, managing your emotions when you're having a bad day, protecting your energy, staying productive without being consumed by busyness, and learning how to show up as the woman you want to become. This is a conversation about faith, personal growth, emotional maturity, discipline, career, womanhood, and auditing your own inputs. I hope you love this one. Kindly share this episode with someone you know who would really appreciate.

  5. Sep 30

    Navigating Adult Friendships: Forgiveness, Forbearance and Love

    Hi Growth Buddies! Making friends isn't that pretty. Building meaningful friendships that survive different seasons of life could be a different story. In this episode of Bleana’s Voice, I'm seated with a guest who has had some solid friendships over half a decade, Edidiong Udoesu. We're talking about navigating adult friendships and what it really takes to build relationships that are meaningful, healthy, and lasting. We explore why friendship is foundational to so many of the relationships and connections we have, and why choosing the right people and becoming the right kind of friend matters. We also get into the reality that even good friendships will have misunderstandings and difficult moments, making the ability to forgive and extend grace an important part of maintaining meaningful relationships. One of the biggest parts of our conversation is the power of words. We share stories and reflect on how the words we speak can either encourage, heal, build or hurt and damage another. And because our faith is part of the conversation too, we look at what the Bible teaches us about our words, our relationships, and how we treat the people around us. Sometimes meaningful friendship means choosing grace, choosing kindness, and choosing to grow together. I hope you enjoy this episode! Kindly share it with a friend.

  6. Sep 23

    Your First Failure Isn't Your Final Story: Lessons From 9+ Years in Broadcasting

    Hi Growth Buddies! What do you do when your first attempt at something you love ends in humiliation? In this episode of Bleana’s Voice, I'm seated with a broadcast journalist, Mr Isaac Isaac (aka Marizona), who has over nine years of radio experience, to hear the story behind his journey. Although he could speak fluently in everyday life, he struggled to put his words together naturally while presenting on air. He stuttered, struggled, and was mocked and humiliated by people around him, including colleagues and those in senior positions. But he didn't let that experience become the end of his story. With the support of people who saw potential in him and a personal decision to work on himself, improve his communication skills, and keep trying, he continued to grow. Today, he has grown into an experienced radio presenter and broadcast journalist, working across radio and television and taking on different broadcasting opportunities. In this conversation, he shares what that journey taught him about self-improvement, rejection, faith, and consistency, even when the results aren't immediate. We also go beyond his personal story to discuss the reality of broadcast journalism in Nigeria, including censorship, media ownership, the influence of those who fund media organisations, and the opportunities and challenges that come with working in journalism. Most importantly, this episode is for anyone who is currently struggling with something they desperately want to become good at. If you've been embarrassed, rejected, discouraged, underestimated, or simply wondering whether your efforts will ever pay off, this conversation is your reminder: The road may be bumpy, and the results may take time, but keep moving. Your current struggle does not have to be the final version of your story. Kindly share this episode with a friend who'd appreciate you.

  7. Sep 16

    When the Going Gets Hard: You Don’t Have to Be Strong Alone

    Hi Growth Buddies! What do you do when life gets difficult, your plans change, and you have to find the strength to keep moving? In this episode of Bleana’s Voice, I'm seated with Golden Felix, a medical doctor and SDG ambassador for an open conversation about resilience, personal growth, friendship, support, mindset, and navigating difficult seasons of life. We're talking about the importance of building solid friendships, allowing trusted people to support you during trying times, seeking wise counsel, and understanding that you don't always have to figure everything out alone. We also explore the power of changing your mindset, knowing when to stop, when to continue, and when it is time to start again. From personal challenges to serving others through humanitarian work, this conversation looks at how our experiences can shape the people we become. If you're going through a difficult season, trying to rebuild yourself, questioning your next step, or simply learning how to become a stronger and more grounded person, this episode is for you. Sometimes resilience isn't about doing everything alone. Sometimes it's knowing when to ask for help, who to listen to, and when to begin again. Kindly share this with a friend.

  8. Sep 9

    Faith, Food & Surrender: Learning to Trust God With Everything

    Hi Growth Buddies! Can you trust God with everything, not just the things you can't control? In this episode of Bleana’s Voice, I'm seated with my good friend, Maryanne Ibokette. She is a chef and founder of Chow Time with Annie, a food brand that serves vulnerable communities through meal drives and food outreach. We're exploring the deeper lessons behind her journey: surrendering to God, trusting Him with your career and choices, living authentically, and depending on Him as a provider. We also have an honest conversation about vulnerability in friendships and the importance of allowing trusted people to hold us accountable to the values we claim to live by. It's a conversation about faith, service, friendship, authenticity, purpose, and trusting God even with our uncertainty. This episode is deeply rooted and reflective, and I hope it blesses you today, on my birthday eve.

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Hi Growth Buddies!! 🤭 Welcome to this growing community and circle. We're all about taking right steps to get to the best version of ourselves. As individuals, our lives are different but stories could be similar. Season 4 of Bleana’s Voice brings real, reflective, and honest conversations with you growth buddies around the world. To share your story, kindly send an email to the address: bleanasvoice@gmail.com Do well to include your name, country and availability. Let's make this about us, amazing growth buddies!! Love, Bleana❤️

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  • Creator
    Bleana
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    76
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Bleana
  • Show Website
    Bleana's Voice