Amplify Hope Today

Simon T. Bailey and Sherri Wear
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Amplify Hope Today is a raw and deeply human podcast hosted by Simon T. Bailey, exploring what it means to lead, rebuild, and remain hopeful in a world marked by constant change and uncertainty. Through honest conversations about the topics most people avoid—grief, identity shifts, leadership under pressure, entrepreneurship, faith, communication, resilience, and the courage to begin again—each episode challenges listeners to expand their capacity and navigate life with clarity and purpose. This is not surface-level positivity. It is a practice of choosing goodness, taking action, and becoming hopeful so you can be helpful. Amplify Hope Today invites listeners into meaningful conversations that remind us hope is not passive—it is intentional, transformative, and necessary for the world we live in today.

  1. May 31

    13. Self-Worth: Why Other People’s Labels Still Control You

    In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Amplify Hope Today, Simon T. Bailey shares his journey through rejection, identity struggles, childhood labels, depression, and a near-suicide attempt as a teenager. From being called hyperactive in school to hearing words that nearly destroyed his sense of self-worth, Simon reveals how damaging labels can shape our lives and why reclaiming our identity is one of the most important acts of personal growth. This episode explores: • Mental health and men's mental health awareness • Suicide prevention and hope for those struggling • Self-worth, confidence, and identity development • Overcoming rejection, criticism, and limiting beliefs • Personal growth, resilience, and emotional wellness • Positive psychology and gratitude practices • Leadership, fatherhood, and legacy Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, self-doubt, or simply trying to become the best version of yourself, this conversation offers practical encouragement and hope. Resources Mentioned: • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline • ManTherapy.org • Gratitude practices inspired by Dr. Martin Seligman • Research from Richard Reeves and Scott Galloway If this message resonates with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may need encouragement today. ----------------------------------------------------- Watch full episodes on YouTube:   http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808 Listen on  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551 STAY CONNECTED Follow Simon at: Website: https://www.simontbailey.com/ Instagram: @SimonTBailey LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey Follow our podcast at: Website: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/ Instagram: @AmplifyHopeToday ----------------------------------------------------- Special thanks to our partners: Hi Hello Labs in Orlando, Florida, for powering and producing this show. Sponsored by: Hi Hello Labs Produced at: Hi Hello Labs Learn More: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/

    21 min

  2. May 25

    12. Why Successful Men Secretly Feel Like Failures

    Have you ever felt like life damaged you beyond repair? In this emotional and deeply vulnerable Season 2 premiere of Amplified Hope Today, Simon T. Bailey shares a powerful message about self-worth, healing, masculinity, emotional health, and overcoming the lie that you are “not enough.”Using the metaphor of a dented can, Simon opens up about painful moments in his life including dropping out of college, struggling financially, divorce after 25 years of marriage, therapy, father wounds, low self-esteem, and the pressure many men feel to hide their emotions while silently carrying stress, anxiety, and shame. This episode explores:• Why so many men struggle with low self-worth • The emotional impact of divorce, failure, and rejection • Healing from father wounds and generational pain • The importance of therapy and emotional vulnerability • Why successful people still feel “not enough” • How shame affects leadership, relationships, and confidence • Building meaningful male friendships and support systems • Rewriting the internal narrative that says you are broken • Practical steps toward healing, forgiveness, and emotional growth Simon also shares powerful insights on purpose, masculinity, mental health, emotional intelligence, and what it means to truly heal instead of simply perform. If you are navigating anxiety, depression, emotional exhaustion, divorce recovery, identity struggles, or simply trying to rediscover your worth, this conversation will encourage and challenge you. ----------------------------------------------------- Watch full episodes on YouTube:  http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808  Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551 STAY CONNECTED Follow Simon at: Website: https://www.simontbailey.com/ Instagram: @SimonTBailey LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey Follow our podcast at: Website: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/ Instagram: @AmplifyHopeToday ----------------------------------------------------- Special thanks to our partners: Hi Hello Labs in Orlando, Florida, for powering and producing this show. Learn More: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/

    28 min

  3. May 3

    11. Stop Overthinking and Finally Trust Yourself with Dawn Mariotti

    Are you stuck in overthinking, self-doubt, or constantly waiting until you feel “ready” to take action? In this episode of Amplify Hope Today, we sit down with mindset coach and author Dawn Mariotti to break down how to trust your intuition, overcome fear, and finally move forward with confidence. Dawn shares her journey from struggling with learning disabilities and self-doubt to writing her books The Mindset Shift and You Already Know, and how she transformed her identity to step into the life she always dreamed of. In this conversation, we cover: How to overcome self-doubt and stop second-guessing yourselfWhy overthinking keeps you stuck (and how to break the cycle)How to build self-trust through small daily habitsThe truth about “feeling ready” and why action comes firstHow to listen to your intuition and trust your gut decisionsPractical mindset shifts to move from fear to confidenceIf you’ve been consuming courses, information, or advice but still feel stuck… this episode will challenge you to stop preparing and start doing. Because clarity doesn’t come before action. It comes from it. ----------------------------------------------------- Watch full episodes on YouTube:   http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808 Listen on  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551 STAY CONNECTED Follow Simon at: Website: https://www.simontbailey.com/ Instagram: @SimonTBailey LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey Follow Sherri at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9? Follow our podcast at: Website: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/ Instagram: @AmplifyHopeToday ----------------------------------------------------- Special thanks to our partners: Hi Hello Labs in Orlando, Florida, for powering and producing this show. Sponsored by: Hi Hello Labs Produced at: Hi Hello Labs Learn More: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/

    33 min

  4. Apr 26

    10. Feeling Stuck? Let Go and Trust God Instead

    Are you struggling to let go of control and trust God with your life? In this powerful episode of Amplify Hope Today, we dive into what it really means to surrender your plans, release anxiety, and trust that God’s plan is better than anything you could design yourself. Sherry shares how one simple mindset shift—“I only want for me what God wants for me”—completely transformed her life after loss, grief, and years of feeling stuck. Simon opens up about his own journey through disappointment, comparison, and learning to release control. This episode is for anyone who: • Feels stuck in life or unsure of their next step • Is battling anxiety, fear, or the need to control outcomes • Is walking through grief, transition, or identity shifts • Wants to deepen their faith and trust in God’s plan You’ll learn: • How to surrender control and trust God daily • Why forgiveness is essential for moving forward • How to identify and release what you’re holding onto • The connection between fear, stress, and control • Practical steps to experience peace, freedom, and clarity This conversation blends faith, personal growth, and real-life experiences to help you move from striving to surrender—and from fear to freedom. If you’ve ever asked, “Why isn’t my life going according to plan?”—this episode will give you a new perspective. ----------------------------------------------------- Watch full episodes on YouTube:   http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551 STAY CONNECTED Follow Simon at: Website: https://www.simontbailey.com/ Instagram: @SimonTBailey LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey Follow Sherri at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9? Follow our podcast at: Website: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/ Instagram: @AmplifyHopeToday ----------------------------------------------------- Special thanks to our partners: Hi Hello Labs in Orlando, Florida, for powering and producing this show. Sponsored by: Hi Hello Labs Produced at: Hi Hello Labs Learn More: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/

    43 min

  5. Apr 19

    9. Fix Communications Issues Before it’s too late

    Why do relationships fail—even when there’s no major betrayal? In this episode of Amplify Hope Today, we sit down with licensed psychotherapist Colette Fehr, author of The Cost of Quiet, to break down the hidden patterns that slowly destroy connection in relationships. We explore: Why emotional disconnection is the real cause of most relationship breakdownsThe danger of conflict avoidance and “keeping the peace”How childhood trauma and attachment styles impact communicationThe pursuer vs. withdrawer dynamic in relationshipsHow to express your needs without causing conflictThe “address, share, repair” framework for healthy communicationWhy small conversations matter more than big onesHow to rebuild trust, emotional safety, and intimacyWhether you’re navigating marriage, friendships, parenting, or leadership, this episode will give you practical tools to communicate better, resolve conflict, and build stronger relationships. ---------------------------------------------------- If you would like to stay connected with our guest please see the following: Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/colettejanefehr/ Website: https://www.colettejanefehr.com ----------------------------------------------------- Watch full episodes on YouTube:   http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808 Listen on  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551 STAY CONNECTED Follow Simon at: Website: https://www.simontbailey.com/ Instagram: @SimonTBailey LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey Follow Sherri at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9? Follow our podcast at: Website: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/ Instagram: @AmplifyHopeToday ----------------------------------------------------- Special thanks to our partners: Hi Hello Labs in Orlando, Florida, for powering and producing this show. Sponsored by: Hi Hello Labs Produced at: Hi Hello Labs Learn More: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/

    47 min

  6. Apr 12

    8. Rebuild Your Life from the Inside Out.

    Are you constantly pouring into others while feeling disconnected from yourself? In this episode of Amplify Hope Today, Simon T. Bailey and Sherri Wear unpack the truth about self-love, self-compassion, and how to stop abandoning yourself in a world that constantly pulls you in every direction.This is not the version of self-love the internet sells you. This is the deeper work. The kind that requires you to confront your inner critic, forgive yourself, rebuild self-trust, and reconnect with who you truly are.Through personal stories, faith-based principles, and research-backed insights, this episode explores: Why self-abandonment happens and how to recognize itHow negative self-talk shapes your identity and decisionsThe role of self-compassion in rebuilding hopeWhy overgiving often comes from a need for acceptanceHow to reclaim your boundaries and your “no”The connection between inner healing and outer impactWhy peace should be your indicator for decision-makingIf you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in cycles of self-doubt, this conversation will help you reset, reflect, and rebuild from within.Hope starts on the inside. And it starts with you. ----------------------------------------------------- If you would like to stay connected with our guest please see the following: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/drstormyschiller/ Website: https://drstormyschiller.com/ ----------------------------------------------------- Watch full episodes on YouTube:   http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808 Listen on  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551 STAY CONNECTED Follow Simon at: Website: https://www.simontbailey.com/ Instagram: @SimonTBailey LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey Follow Sherri at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9? Follow our podcast at: Website: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/ Instagram: @AmplifyHopeToday ----------------------------------------------------- Special thanks to our partners: Hi Hello Labs in Orlando, Florida, for powering and producing this show. Sponsored by: Hi Hello Labs Produced at: Hi Hello Labs Learn More: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/

    24 min

  7. Apr 6

    7. How To Build Emotional Capacity When Life Feels Overwhelming!

    Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck in fear, or like you’ve lost your capacity to handle life? In this episode of Amplify Hope Today, we sit down with Dr. Stormy Hill, a mental health occupational therapist and physician, to unpack how to expand your emotional capacity, regulate your nervous system, and build hope as a daily practice. Dr. Stormy shares her deeply personal story of navigating her son’s life-threatening illness and how that experience reshaped her understanding of hope, resilience, and agency. She explains why fear is not a flaw but a nervous system state, and how you can shift out of it using simple, science-backed techniques. In this episode, you’ll learn: What “capacity” really means (and how to grow it)How fear impacts your nervous system and limits your lifeThe connection between hope, joy, and pleasureSimple breathwork and movement practices to regulate your bodyThe 5-minute “Hope Mapping” method to move forward with clarityWhy micro wins are key to long-term growth and resilienceHow to support your children (or yourself) in building hopeThis is not just another conversation about mindset — it’s a practical guide to rebuilding your inner capacity so you can move from fear to hope, one step at a time.If you’re ready to stop feeling stuck and start taking action, this episode is for you. ----------------------------------------------------- If you would like to stay connected with our guest please see the following: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/drstormyschiller/ Website: https://drstormyschiller.com/ ----------------------------------------------------- Watch full episodes on YouTube:   http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808 Listen on  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551 STAY CONNECTED Follow Simon at: Website: https://www.simontbailey.com/ Instagram: @SimonTBailey LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey Follow Sherri at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9? Follow our podcast at: Website: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/ Instagram: @AmplifyHopeToday ----------------------------------------------------- Special thanks to our partners: Hi Hello Labs in Orlando, Florida, for powering and producing this show. Sponsored by: Hi Hello Labs Produced at: Hi Hello Labs Learn More: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/

    42 min

  8. Mar 29

    6. Stop the Clock: How to Take Back Control of Your Time

    What if the most valuable thing in your life isn’t money, success, or achievement—but time? In this episode of Amplify Hope Today, Simon and Sherri dive into one of the most important conversations we can have: how we spend our time and who we spend it with. Through personal stories, powerful reflections, and practical strategies, they introduce the concept of “Stop the Clock”—a mindset shift that invites you to be fully present, intentional, and connected in your everyday life. From managing distractions and setting priorities to creating meaningful memories with the people who matter most, this episode will challenge you to rethink productivity, redefine success, and reclaim your time before it slips away. Because at the end of the day, it’s not about how busy you were… it’s about the moments you chose to truly live. ----------------------------------------------------- Watch full episodes on YouTube:   http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808 Listen on  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551 STAY CONNECTED Follow Simon at: Website: https://www.simontbailey.com/ Instagram: @SimonTBailey LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey Follow Sherri at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9? Follow our podcast at: Website: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/ Instagram: @AmplifyHopeToday ----------------------------------------------------- Special thanks to our partners: Hi Hello Labs in Orlando, Florida, for powering and producing this show. Sponsored by: Hi Hello Labs Produced at: Hi Hello Labs Learn More: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/

    31 min
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Amplify Hope Today is a raw and deeply human podcast hosted by Simon T. Bailey, exploring what it means to lead, rebuild, and remain hopeful in a world marked by constant change and uncertainty. Through honest conversations about the topics most people avoid—grief, identity shifts, leadership under pressure, entrepreneurship, faith, communication, resilience, and the courage to begin again—each episode challenges listeners to expand their capacity and navigate life with clarity and purpose. This is not surface-level positivity. It is a practice of choosing goodness, taking action, and becoming hopeful so you can be helpful. Amplify Hope Today invites listeners into meaningful conversations that remind us hope is not passive—it is intentional, transformative, and necessary for the world we live in today.

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  • Creator
    Simon T. Bailey and Sherri Wear
  • Years Active
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  • Episodes
    13
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