Be Who You Came To Be with Tara Renze

Tara Renze
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The Be Who You Came to Be Podcast is an empowering platform designed to showcase ordinary people doing extraordinary things, inspiring listeners to embrace their authenticity, unlock their emotional and positive intelligence, and step into their fullest potential.  Rooted in Tara’s trademarked mantra, “Be Who You Came to Be,” the podcast will blend heartfelt storytelling, actionable insights, and thought-provoking conversations to help listeners create, own, and live the life they desire.

  1. May 15

    Be Who You Came to Be Through Love, Purpose, and Authenticity with Nate & Holly Simon

    Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and joy filled episode of Be Who You Came to Be, Tara sits down with the incredible mother son duo, Nate and Holly Simon, founders of 21 Pineapples. Nate, a young man with Down syndrome, is living proof of what happens when someone fully embraces who they were created to be. His mission is simple, yet life changing: spread love, create connection, and remind people to lead with kindness. Through his growing social media presence, acting opportunities, business ventures, and infectious spirit, Nate is changing the way the world sees people with disabilities and showing what authentic self-expression truly looks like.  Together, Nate and Holly share their inspiring journey of building a movement rooted in inclusion, love, emotional intelligence, and human connection. From launching 21 Pineapples to advocating for people with different abilities, this conversation is filled with wisdom, laughter, perspective, and heart.  This episode is a beautiful reminder that being who you came to be is not about fitting into the world’s expectations. It’s about embracing your gifts, showing up authentically, and using your life to make others feel seen, valued, and loved. Follow Nate: Instagram: @21pineapplesshirtco Follow Holly: Instagram: @hollywould11 Sponsor: Mental wellness unlocked. Try Brytr Days here! Use code: TARA10 Sponsor: Mental wellness unlocked. Try Brytr Days here! Use code: TARA10 New episodes dropping every Friday! Order Tara's book "Be Who You Came To Be" here! Connect with Tara: 🎥 Watch on YouTube –Inspiring episodes & powerful insights📲 Follow on Instagram – Daily motivation & behind-the-scenes💼 Connect on LinkedIn – Leadership wisdom & keynote highlights💡 Get Tara’s Tips – Weekly EQ strategies straight to your inbox🎤 Book Tara for Your Event – Empower your audience to be who they came to be

    Be Who You Came to Be Through Love, Purpose, and Authenticity with Nate & Holly Simon

  2. May 8

    The Power of Connection and Becoming Who You Came to Be

    Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt episode of Be Who You Came to Be, Tara reflects on hosting a graduation party for her son before he heads off to Tennessee and the deeper meaning she found in gathering with the people she loves most. What started as a celebration quickly became a reminder that life is not about perfection, performance, or having everything figured out. It’s about connection. It’s about showing up authentically, expressing yourself fully, and creating meaningful moments with the people who matter most. Tara shares how emotional intelligence is deeply connected to our ability to connect with others, celebrate one another, and allow ourselves to be fully seen. Through laughter, family, conversation, and presence, she explores what it truly means to become who you came to be. This episode is a reminder that some of life’s most meaningful moments happen around the table, in the backyard, and in the simple joy of being together. Because at the end of the day, success means very little if we don’t have people to share it with. Whether you’re navigating a new season of life, celebrating milestones, or simply craving deeper connection, this conversation will leave you reflecting on what matters most. Sponsor: Mental wellness unlocked. Try Brytr Days here! Use code: TARA10 Sponsor: Mental wellness unlocked. Try Brytr Days here! Use code: TARA10 New episodes dropping every Friday! Order Tara's book "Be Who You Came To Be" here! Connect with Tara: 🎥 Watch on YouTube –Inspiring episodes & powerful insights📲 Follow on Instagram – Daily motivation & behind-the-scenes💼 Connect on LinkedIn – Leadership wisdom & keynote highlights💡 Get Tara’s Tips – Weekly EQ strategies straight to your inbox🎤 Book Tara for Your Event – Empower your audience to be who they came to be

    The Power of Connection and Becoming Who You Came to Be

  3. May 1

    Betting on Yourself with DJ RanKan: How One Bold Move Can Transform Your Life

    Send us Fan Mail What if one decision could change everything? In this episode of Be Who You Came to Be, Tara Renze sits down with DJ RanKan for a powerful conversation about what it really looks like to bet on yourself and why that decision is often the beginning of everything. This episode brings a fresh lens to one of our favorite conversations, reframed through the idea of Butterfly Goals, the kind of goals that transform you as you pursue them. DJ RanKan shares his journey from following the expected path to creating his own lane in the music industry. He didn’t start with certainty. He started with a decision. A decision to trust himself, take the risk, and keep going, one step at a time. Because that’s what Butterfly Goals are. They are not about quick wins or surface level success. They are about becoming. If you’ve been sitting on an idea, feeling the pull toward something more, or waiting until you feel “ready”… this episode will meet you right there. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why most people stay stuck and how to break free from it • How one bold decision can completely shift your trajectory • The role of passion, resilience, and risk in real transformation • How to reframe rejection and use it as fuel • What it actually means to bet on yourself with confidence The truth is, the life you want is not built by playing it safe. It’s built by trusting yourself enough to take the first step and then continuing to choose yourself again and again. If this episode speaks to you, share it with someone who needs that reminder right now. Follow DJ RanKan on Instagram Sponsor: Mental wellness unlocked. Try Brytr Days here! Use code: TARA10 Sponsor: Mental wellness unlocked. Try Brytr Days here! Use code: TARA10 New episodes dropping every Friday! Order Tara's book "Be Who You Came To Be" here! Connect with Tara: 🎥 Watch on YouTube –Inspiring episodes & powerful insights📲 Follow on Instagram – Daily motivation & behind-the-scenes💼 Connect on LinkedIn – Leadership wisdom & keynote highlights💡 Get Tara’s Tips – Weekly EQ strategies straight to your inbox🎤 Book Tara for Your Event – Empower your audience to be who they came to be

    Betting on Yourself with DJ RanKan: How One Bold Move Can Transform Your Life

  4. Apr 24

    Your Permission Slip to Slow Down

    Send us Fan Mail In a world that constantly rewards doing more, achieving more, and staying in performance mode, it’s easy to believe that rest equals falling behind. But what if that belief is exactly what’s keeping you stuck? In this conversation, Tara dives into the power of stepping out of the performance mindset and reconnecting with your body. Because the truth is, your brain will try to convince you that you’re not doing enough… but your body is always telling you what you actually need. And when you learn to listen to it, everything changes. We talk about:  • Why rest is not a reward, it’s a requirement  • How slowing down actually creates more clarity, creativity, and success  • The importance of regulating your nervous system instead of pushing through  • Letting go of guilt around rest, self-care, and simply being  • Creating space to think, feel, and lead from a more aligned place This episode is an invitation to stop overriding yourself… and start trusting yourself. Because success doesn’t come from constant motion.  It comes from alignment. Plus, Tara shares exciting updates on what’s coming next for the Be Who You Came to Be brand including the upcoming YouTube show, new ways to get involved in the community, and how you can be part of future Butterfly Goal conversations. If you’ve been feeling the pressure to keep going, this is your moment to pause… and remember that you’re allowed to rest your way into your next level. SPONSORS: Mental Wellness Unlocked! Try Brytr Days here! Use code: TARA10 Sponsor: Mental wellness unlocked. Try Brytr Days here! Use code: TARA10 New episodes dropping every Friday! Order Tara's book "Be Who You Came To Be" here! Connect with Tara: 🎥 Watch on YouTube –Inspiring episodes & powerful insights📲 Follow on Instagram – Daily motivation & behind-the-scenes💼 Connect on LinkedIn – Leadership wisdom & keynote highlights💡 Get Tara’s Tips – Weekly EQ strategies straight to your inbox🎤 Book Tara for Your Event – Empower your audience to be who they came to be

    Your Permission Slip to Slow Down

  5. Apr 17

    The Emotional Weight of What Matters Most

    Send us Fan Mail There’s a moment in parenting that catches you off guard…  when you realize your child is no longer yours to hold, but yours to release. In this episode of Be Who You Came to Be, Tara opens up about her son heading off to college and the wave of emotions that comes with it. The pride. The grief. The excitement. The ache. All of it existing at the same time. She shares a powerful reframe: if it feels big, it’s because it matters. The depth of your emotion isn’t something to fix, it’s something to honor. This conversation is for any parent navigating transition, learning to let go, and finding the balance between holding on and allowing growth. It’s about trusting the process, staying connected, and remembering that supporting their next chapter doesn’t mean losing your place in their story. Because this is the work of parenting… loving deeply, allowing them to be who they came to be and letting go. Sponsor: Mental wellness unlocked. Try Brytr Days here! Use code: TARA10 New episodes dropping every Friday! Order Tara's book "Be Who You Came To Be" here! Connect with Tara: 🎥 Watch on YouTube –Inspiring episodes & powerful insights📲 Follow on Instagram – Daily motivation & behind-the-scenes💼 Connect on LinkedIn – Leadership wisdom & keynote highlights💡 Get Tara’s Tips – Weekly EQ strategies straight to your inbox🎤 Book Tara for Your Event – Empower your audience to be who they came to be

    The Emotional Weight of What Matters Most

  6. Apr 10

    Discipline isn’t Punishment… it’s Freedom.

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Tara breaks down what discipline actually means and why it’s one of the most powerful forms of self-respect you can build in your life. Because here’s the truth… the things you avoid, delay, or negotiate with yourself on… those are the very things keeping you stuck. And the things you commit to consistently? Those are what create clarity, confidence, and freedom. In this conversation, Tara dives into: • Why discipline is the foundation of emotional intelligence • How small daily choices shape your identity and your future • The connection between discipline and self-trust • What it really looks like to follow through for yourself • How discipline creates more freedom, not less This isn’t about being perfect. It’s about becoming the kind of person who does what she says she’s going to do… even when it’s uncomfortable. Because that’s where everything changes. Sponsor: Mental wellness unlocked. Try Brytr Days here! Use code: TARA10 New episodes dropping every Friday! Order Tara's book "Be Who You Came To Be" here! Connect with Tara: 🎥 Watch on YouTube –Inspiring episodes & powerful insights📲 Follow on Instagram – Daily motivation & behind-the-scenes💼 Connect on LinkedIn – Leadership wisdom & keynote highlights💡 Get Tara’s Tips – Weekly EQ strategies straight to your inbox🎤 Book Tara for Your Event – Empower your audience to be who they came to be

    Discipline isn’t Punishment… it’s Freedom.

  7. Mar 26

    The Rise of AI And What It Will Never Replace: YOU!

    Send us Fan Mail AI is moving fast. Faster than most of us can process. And underneath all the innovation, opportunity, and excitement… there’s a quieter question so many people are asking: Where do I fit? In this episode, I’m diving into one of the most important emotional intelligence skills we need right now—reality testing—and why it matters more than ever in the age of AI. Because here’s the truth: AI can generate answers. But it cannot tell you who you are. When we lose our ability to reality test, we start believing everything except ourselves—comparison, fear, insecurity, and the pressure to keep up. And with 80% of our thoughts already negative, biased, and repetitive, AI can amplify those distortions if we’re not grounded. This episode is a reminder that your greatest competitive advantage isn’t your skill set. It’s your self-awareness. I also share why Butterfly Goals—the kind that transform who you are, not just what you achieve—are more important than ever in a world that’s constantly evolving. Because while AI can optimize your output… only you can evolve your identity. Sponsor: Mental wellness unlocked. Try Brytr Days here! Use code: TARA10 New episodes dropping every Friday! Order Tara's book "Be Who You Came To Be" here! Connect with Tara: 🎥 Watch on YouTube –Inspiring episodes & powerful insights📲 Follow on Instagram – Daily motivation & behind-the-scenes💼 Connect on LinkedIn – Leadership wisdom & keynote highlights💡 Get Tara’s Tips – Weekly EQ strategies straight to your inbox🎤 Book Tara for Your Event – Empower your audience to be who they came to be

    The Rise of AI And What It Will Never Replace: YOU!

  8. Mar 18

    From Survival Mode to Butterfly Goals

    Send us Fan Mail So many women hit midlife and quietly start asking… “Why do I feel stuck when I know I want more?” In this conversation, we break down what’s actually happening beneath the surface and why it’s not a motivation problem… it’s a nervous system pattern. We talk about how your brain and body are wired for familiarity, not expansion, and why that’s the very thing keeping so many women from going after their butterfly goals. Because here’s the truth… You don’t rise into a new life by force. You rise by creating safety in your mind and nervous system to hold more. We walk through what it really looks like to start choosing yourself in midlife, how small daily shifts retrain your brain and body, and why consistency… not intensity… is what creates lasting transformation. This is about more than mindset. This is about becoming the woman who can receive the life she says she wants. Follow Brooke on Instagram here. Check out here Regulated Woman Reset here. If you’ve been feeling the pull for more but can’t seem to move… this conversation will show you why and exactly where to begin. Sponsor: Mental wellness unlocked. Try Brytr Days here! Use code: TARA10 New episodes dropping every Friday! Order Tara's book "Be Who You Came To Be" here! Connect with Tara: 🎥 Watch on YouTube –Inspiring episodes & powerful insights📲 Follow on Instagram – Daily motivation & behind-the-scenes💼 Connect on LinkedIn – Leadership wisdom & keynote highlights💡 Get Tara’s Tips – Weekly EQ strategies straight to your inbox🎤 Book Tara for Your Event – Empower your audience to be who they came to be

    From Survival Mode to Butterfly Goals
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The Be Who You Came to Be Podcast is an empowering platform designed to showcase ordinary people doing extraordinary things, inspiring listeners to embrace their authenticity, unlock their emotional and positive intelligence, and step into their fullest potential.  Rooted in Tara’s trademarked mantra, “Be Who You Came to Be,” the podcast will blend heartfelt storytelling, actionable insights, and thought-provoking conversations to help listeners create, own, and live the life they desire.

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