Summary

In this episode of The Unleashed Life, Dr. Renée Baker sits down with Zaneta Ellison, a licensed mental health counselor and entrepreneur, to discuss her bold transition from a stable government career to founding her mental health practice. Zaneta dives into the challenges and triumphs of navigating life’s significant shifts, highlighting the central roles of faith, resilience, and a growth-oriented mindset. Together, they explore the importance of community and self-care, especially for those who dedicate their lives to supporting others. Through her journey, Zaneta emphasizes that healing is a deeply personal process that demands self-awareness and emotional intelligence.

Listeners are invited to consider how faith can guide career changes and how resilience involves gracefully adapting to life’s inevitable challenges. Zaneta also offers valuable insights on recognizing and managing personal triggers, setting healthy boundaries, and understanding that the journey is often more meaningful than the destination. Her message is clear: living an unleashed life means embracing one's purpose with courage and conviction, trusting the process even when the outcome is uncertain. This episode reminds us that healing and growth are ongoing, requiring us to be fully present, reflective, and committed to our well-being.

Takeaways

• Faith plays a crucial role in navigating career transitions.

• Resilience is about managing life's unavoidable changes.

• Mindset shifts can help overcome limiting beliefs.

• Community support is vital for personal growth and healing.

• Self-care is essential for those who help others.

• Recognizing personal triggers is the first step to healing.

• Setting boundaries is necessary for maintaining peace.

• The process is more important than the outcome.

• Healing is a personal journey that requires self-awareness.

Sound Bites

• "We walk into our calling and into our purpose."

• "Trust the process, even when you can't see it."

• "It's okay if everyone hates it; what did you learn?"

• "We have to take this person in doses."

• "There is a ceiling, but there is no cap for me."

• "Pain will drive you to your purpose and healing."

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to The Unleashed Life Podcast

• 01:17 Zaneta Ellison's Journey to Entrepreneurship

• 04:10 The Role of Faith in Career Transitions

• 07:18 Navigating Life Transitions and Resilience

• 11:32 Shifting Mindsets and Overcoming Limiting Beliefs

• 15:43 The Importance of Process Over Outcome

• 20:25 Self-Care for Healers and Caregivers

• 24:39 Recognizing and Addressing Personal Triggers

• 28:11 Setting Boundaries with Others

• 30:01 The Power of Community and Connection

About Zaneta Elison

Zaneta is a distinguished licensed mental health counselor, certified life coach, author, and public

speaker dedicated to transforming lives through her expertise and compassionate care. As the founder and CEO of New Vision Behavioral Health Incorporated (NVBH), Zaneta has established a reputable, privately owned group practice with multiple locations in Tampa Bay, FL, and Houston, TX. NVBH is renowned for delivering exceptional mental health and addiction counseling services, with a particular emphasis on youth-based counseling.

As a Transitional Life Therapist and Coach, Zaneta is committed to empowering individuals to navigate their most profound conflicts and pain. She specializes in facilitating post-traumatic growth, helping her clients overcome adversity and emerge stronger and more resilient. Through her practice, Zaneta aims to uplift and encourage her clients, guiding them toward healing and personal development.

With a deep-seated passion for mental health advocacy and a wealth of experience in the field, Zaneta continues to make a significant impact in the lives of many, fostering a community of support and transformation.

Follow Zaneta

• www.newvisionbehavioralhealth.org

Learn More
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