In this episode, Elena, founder of eMarieSpeaks, shares her powerful journey of healing and restoration through spoken word. Initially, writing was her escape from trauma, a way to create beauty from pain. However, after being discouraged by a counselor to focus only on positive poems, she stopped writing for years. It wasn't until rediscovering her gift through a relationship that she realized her words were meant for spoken word. Today, Elena uses her gift to inspire others, sharing books and prayers on topics like healing and restoration.

E.Marie emphasizes the importance of boundaries as an entrepreneur, balancing work and family life. She discusses the challenges of creating structure while prioritizing loved ones. E.Marie also highlights the pursuit of happiness and warns against chasing society’s definition of success, advocating for authenticity and a deep connection to one’s true self to find fulfillment.

Her work now focuses on helping people uncover the root causes of their struggles and guiding them toward healing. E.Marie also introduces her event, Transformers Rise of the Renewed, a gathering centered around transformation, personal growth, and the practical application of spiritual teachings. Attendees are equipped with tools and strategies for building positive habits and living in alignment with their purpose.

Key Takeaways:

• Writing can be a tool for healing and overcoming trauma.
• Surrounding yourself with a supportive community is essential for growth.
• Authenticity and transparency are key in both life and business.
• Setting boundaries is crucial for maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
• Finding and embracing your purpose leads to sustainable fulfillment.
• Transformers Rise of the Renewed is a transformational event focused on equipping individuals with tools for growth.
• The practical application of spiritual teachings is essential for long-lasting change.

Memorable Quotes:

• "When people have been through trauma, they find music, they find writing, they find drawing."
• "The greatest gift I gave myself was the gift of boundaries."
• "Transformers Rise of the Renewed is a transformational experience."
• "Every day that you get up and do the same thing you did on Sunday, a layer of everything that got done at the altar comes back."

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction and Elena's Background

07:51 – The Power of Authenticity and Acceptance

12:54 – Impacting Others Through Small Acts of Kindness

24:29 – Building a Supportive Tribe and Embracing Authenticity

30:07 – Chasing Authenticity and Defining Success

35:10 – The Pursuit of Happiness and Society’s Definition of Success

39:30 – Uncovering Root Causes and Finding Healing

49:06 – Transformers Rise of the Renewed: A Transformational Experience

55:00 – Embracing Your Purpose and Operating in Your Gifts

59:14 – Building Resiliency: More Important Than Permanent Healing

01:09:37 – Anything Not Used for Its Purpose Dies

Keywords: spoken word, healing, restoration, trauma, writing, boundaries, entrepreneurship, family, happiness, authenticity, root causes, personal growth, spiritual teachings, transformation, faith, purpose, gifts, practical application

Connect with Elena: http://emariespks.com