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. 13h ago

    The Art of Saying Yes to Life: How Embracing Uncertainty Leads to Incredible Journeys with Elisabeth Villiger Toufexis | The Making of Me

    What if the single most transformative thing you could do for your life was simply to say yes — even when you're afraid, unprepared, and unsure of what comes next? In this adventurous and inspiring episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Elisabeth Villiger Toufexis explores the transformative power of embracing uncertainty — through her remarkable story of traveling to over 100 countries without a cell phone and building a career as a global tour guide, author, and life coach by consistently choosing yes over fear. 🎯 In this episode, you'll discover: The habit of saying yes — and how it unlocks adventures, opportunities, and growth you never could have plannedHow travel and self-discovery became the tools for overcoming deep fear and insecurityWhy happiness is a choice, not a destination — and what that truth changes about how you live every dayPractical, actionable tips for facing fear and doing it anyway — no matter how daunting the first step feelsWhat it's really like to explore 100+ countries without a cell phone — and what that teaches you about trust and presenceHow stepping consistently beyond your comfort zone builds the confidence, growth, and joy you've been searching forIf you've been waiting until you feel ready, until the timing is right, or until the fear goes away — this episode will remind you that the yes always comes before the readiness. And that's exactly the point. ⏱️ Timestamps: 02:11 — The habit of saying yes and how it unlocks unexpected adventures and growth07:32 — Overcoming fear and insecurity through travel and self-discovery16:29 — Why happiness is a choice, not a destination24:03 — Practical tips for facing fear and "doing it anyway"🔗 Learn more about Elisabeth & her work: https://thesoulkit.com/🔗 Connect with Elisabeth on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisabeth-villiger-toufexis-602893b/ 📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it inspired you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one time you said yes to something scary — and what happened on the other side of that decision? #MakingOfMePodcast #ElisabethVilligerToufexis #SayYesToLife #EmbraceUncertainty #Travel #Podcast #PersonalGrowth #Transformation #Inspiration #Mindset #Courage #Adventure #Happiness #Resilience #Motivation

  2. 21h ago

    How One Motorcycle Jump Changed Tom Cladis' Life Forever | The Making of Me

    What if one single moment of courage — one bold leap — set the entire trajectory of the rest of your life? In this exhilarating episode of The Making of Me Podcast, award-winning author and adventurer Tom Cladis shares the remarkable story of how one bold motorcycle jump sparked a lifelong pattern of facing fear head-on — from alligator wrestling to breathtaking handstands atop castle walls — and what that journey taught him about faith, self-doubt, and the power of saying yes to the leap. 🎯 In this episode, you'll discover: The story of the one motorcycle jump that changed everything and set Tom on a path of bold, fearless livingHow a single act of courage can rewire your relationship with fear for the rest of your lifeWhy eliminating self-doubt is the most important skill any adventurer — or anyone — can developThe role that faith has played in Tom's most daring and defining momentsStories from a life lived boldly — from alligator wrestling to castle wall handstands and everything in betweenHow you can take your own first leap — no matter how small — and why that first step changes everythingIf you've been playing it safe, waiting for the right moment, or letting fear write the story of your life — Tom's journey will ignite something in you and dare you to finally take the leap. 🔗 Check out Tom's books & connect with him: https://www.tomcladiswrites.com/🔗 Follow Tom on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomc_writes/ 📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it fired you up🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one bold leap you've taken in your life that ended up changing everything? #MakingOfMePodcast #TomCladis #OvercomingFear #LiveBoldly #Motivation #Podcast #Adventure #Faith #PersonalGrowth #Transformation #Inspiration #Mindset #Courage #Resilience #Author

  3. 1d ago

    How Losing My Job Led Me to Discover My True Self: Breaking the Cycle of Stuckness with Leo Dulay | The Making of Me

    What if the job loss that felt like the end of everything was actually the beginning of the truest version of yourself? In this deeply transformative episode of The Making of Me Podcast, author, transformational coach, and hypnotherapist Leo Dulay shares how being laid off after 22 years forced him to confront everything he thought he knew about himself — and how one brutally honest sentence from his wife became the turning point that changed his entire life. 🎯 In this episode, you'll discover: What it felt like to lose an identity built over 22 years — and why that loss was ultimately a giftThe one honest sentence from his wife that cracked Leo open and sparked his journey of self-reflection and healingHow Leo discovered the power of NLP and self-hypnosis to break free from the patterns keeping him stuckWhy letting go of external identities is the essential first step toward true transformationHow to identify and break the cycles of stuckness that have been quietly running your life without your awarenessPractical tools and insights for anyone searching for meaning, purpose, and a fresh start after a major setbackIf you've ever lost something that defined you and wondered who you are without it — Leo's story will show you that the breakdown was always the breakthrough in disguise. 🔗 Find out more & download free resources from Leo: https://leodulay.com/🔗 Connect with Leo on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ldulay/ 📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it resonated with you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — Have you ever lost something that defined you — and what did you discover about yourself on the other side? #MakingOfMePodcast #LeoDulay #Identity #Transformation #SelfHelp #Hypnosis #NLP #Podcast #PersonalGrowth #Healing #Mindset #Courage #Resilience #Breakthrough #Motivation

  4. 1d ago

    Turning Disillusionment Into Purpose: The True Story Behind "The Road to Maresco" with Mark Jamilkowski | The Making of Me

    What happens when you finally achieve everything you worked your whole life for — and instead of fulfillment, all you feel is emptiness? In this deeply personal and compelling episode of The Making of Me Podcast, historian and award-winning author Mark Jamilkowski shares the remarkable true story behind his acclaimed novel The Road to Maresco — and how feelings of anger, frustration, and a fractured sense of identity led him on a transformative search for his birth mother that would change everything about how he saw himself and the world. 🎯 In this episode, you'll discover: What it feels like to achieve your life's goals and still be met with profound emptiness and disillusionmentHow anger and identity struggles became the unexpected catalyst for Mark's most powerful and personal writingThe deeply moving story of his search for his birth mother — and what he found along the wayHow facing what's missing within yourself can lead you to your most authentic life and truest selfThe creative journey behind The Road to Maresco and the personal truth woven into every pageWhat Mark wants every reader and listener to take away about identity, adoption, and the search for belongingIf you've ever achieved something great and still felt lost — or wondered who you truly are beneath the roles and accomplishments — Mark's story will move you, challenge you, and inspire you to face what's missing with courage and curiosity. 🔗 Explore Mark Jamilkowski's books, reviews & more: https://www.mark-jamilkowski-author.com/🔗 Connect with Mark on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markjamilkowski/ 📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it resonated with you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — Have you ever achieved a major goal and still felt something was missing? What did that lead you to discover? #MakingOfMePodcast #MarkJamilkowski #TheRoadToMaresco #Adoption #Identity #Podcast #PersonalGrowth #Transformation #Inspiration #Healing #Mindset #Courage #Author #Resilience #Motivation

  5. 2d ago

    How Accountability Helped Me Rebuild My Life After Trauma and Incarceration with Angel Willard | The Making of Me

    What does it really take to rebuild your life from the ground up — after trauma, chronic pain, and incarceration have stripped everything away? In this raw and powerful episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Angel Willard — author of Fighting to Come Home — shares her deeply personal journey of healing, accountability, and transformation, and how taking radical ownership of her story became the key that unlocked a completely new life. 🎯 In this episode, you'll discover: How Angel navigated the compounding weight of trauma, chronic pain, and incarceration — and chose to rebuild anywayWhy embracing accountability was the most transformative and liberating decision of her healing journeyHow she worked to shatter generational cycles that had shaped her life long before she understood themThe emotional and practical journey of reconnecting with her children after years of separationWhat Fighting to Come Home is about — and the powerful message Angel wants every reader to carry with themReal, honest insights for anyone searching for resilience, self-discovery, and a reason to keep goingIf you've ever felt like your past has disqualified you from a better future — Angel's story will remind you that accountability isn't about blame. It's about reclaiming your power and coming home to yourself. 🔗 Follow Angel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffdoucet4 📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it moved you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What does accountability mean to you — and how has owning your story helped you heal or grow? #MakingOfMePodcast #AngelWillard #Healing #Accountability #Resilience #Podcast #Motherhood #Transformation #Inspiration #PersonalGrowth #Mindset #Courage #FightingToComeHome #Generational #Motivation

  6. 2d ago

    How Setting Small Boundaries Transformed My Overwhelmed Life as a Working Mom with Alicia Dupree | The Making of Me

    What if the key to reclaiming your energy, your joy, and your sense of self wasn't a massive life overhaul — but one small boundary at a time? In this relatable and deeply practical episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Alicia Dupree — Master Certified Consistent Coach and creator of The Busy Woman Blueprint — shares her honest personal journey from barely holding it together as a working mom to reclaiming her energy, her productivity, and the version of herself her kids deserved to see every day. 🎯 In this episode, you'll discover: The specific moment Alicia realized she wasn't showing up as the mom her kids deserved — and what she decided to do about itThe first small boundary she set that helped her finally feel like herself againHow a simple morning routine became the foundation that changed everythingWhy small, consistent boundaries are more powerful than any dramatic lifestyle changePractical advice for moms who feel overwhelmed right now and don't know where to startHow the Busy Woman Blueprint is helping working moms build lives that actually work for themIf you've been running on empty, feeling reactive and exhausted, and wondering when you get to feel like yourself again — Alicia's story and practical tools will show you that reclaiming your life starts with one small, powerful step. ⏱️ Timestamps: 04:02 — The moment she realized she wasn't showing up as the mom her kids deserved09:58 — The first small boundary that helped her feel herself again10:27 — How a simple morning routine changed everything15:45 — Her advice for moms who feel overwhelmed right now🔗 Download Alicia's free wellness wheel & learn more about her coaching: http://www.aliciadupree.com/🔗 Connect with Alicia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliciadupree/ 📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it resonated with you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one small boundary you've set that made a bigger difference than you ever expected? #MakingOfMePodcast #AliciaDupree #WorkingMom #SelfCare #Productivity #Podcast #MomLife #Wellness #PersonalGrowth #Transformation #Inspiration #Mindset #Boundaries #Resilience #Motivation

  7. 3d ago

    How to Overcome the "Not Good Enough" Mindset with Liz Coleman | The Making of Me

    What happens when you've achieved everything society told you to chase — and you still feel like it's never enough? In this powerful and deeply relatable episode of The Making of Me Podcast, certified transformational life coach Liz Coleman opens up about her own journey from a high-achieving but deeply unfulfilled C-suite executive in New York to building a life — and a thriving coaching program — rooted in genuine self-worth and intentional living. 🎯 In this episode, you'll discover: Why so many high achievers secretly struggle with the "not good enough" mindset — no matter how much they accomplishThe turning point that cracked Liz's carefully constructed exterior and started her real transformationHow the book Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself became the spark that changed everything for herActionable steps you can take today to break free from self-doubt and step into your true powerWhat the Mind Life Reset program is — and how it's helping high-achieving women reconnect with themselves and reclaim joyHow to move from performing success to actually living a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling from the inside outIf you've been achieving and striving and still feeling empty — Liz's story will show you that the real breakthrough isn't another accomplishment. It's finally deciding you are already enough. 🔗 Learn more about Liz's Mind Life Reset: http://www.lizcolemanlifecoach.com/🔗 Connect with Liz on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizcolemanlifecoach/ 📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it resonated with you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one moment you realized that external achievement alone wasn't going to make you feel whole? #MakingOfMePodcast #LizColeman #NotGoodEnough #Mindset #Podcast #SelfWorth #PersonalGrowth #Transformation #Inspiration #Healing #Courage #HighAchiever #Fulfillment #Resilience #Motivation

  8. 3d ago

    How I Built a Teen Mental Health Brand as a Single Mom: The Making of Samlio with Dara Erck | The Making of Me

    What does it really take to launch a purpose-driven business while navigating divorce, single motherhood, and a demanding global health career — all at the same time? In this inspiring episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Dara Erck — founder of Samlio — shares her remarkable journey of building a teen-focused vitamin company with a mission to support mental health, and how she overcame personal and professional challenges that would have stopped most people before they ever started. 🎯 In this episode, you'll discover: How Dara launched Samlio while simultaneously navigating divorce, single motherhood, and a global health careerThe deep personal mission behind creating health products specifically designed to support teen mental healthHow she developed resilience and self-compassion as her most important entrepreneurial toolsThe real challenges of building a purpose-driven business from scratch with limited time and resourcesWhy Dara was determined to create healthier alternatives for teens — and what that journey looked likeWhat she wants every aspiring entrepreneur, parent, and wellness advocate to know about pursuing your passion against the oddsIf you've ever felt like your circumstances were too complicated, too messy, or too overwhelming to build something meaningful — Dara's story will remind you that purpose is always worth pursuing, no matter the odds. 🔗 Discover more about Dara's mission & shop Samlio: https://shopsamandleo.com/🔗 Follow Dara on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daraerck/ 📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it inspired you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one passion project you've been putting off — and what would it mean to finally pursue it? #MakingOfMePodcast #DaraErck #Samlio #TeenMentalHealth #Entrepreneurship #SingleMom #Podcast #WomenInBusiness #Wellness #PersonalGrowth #Transformation #Inspiration #Mindset #Courage #Motivation

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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
    665
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Aro Benaiah Kehinde
  • Show Website
    THE MAKING OF ME

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