• John Polo Interview Video
    2024/06/30
    Have you ever wondered how to find happiness after the loss of a loved one? John Polo joins us again on SoulSpark to share his deeply touching story of love, loss, and renewal. From a high school romance with Michelle to her heartbreaking battle with cancer, John opens up about the intense journey through grief and how it ultimately led him to a new path as a grief coach, author, and speaker. This episode provides raw insights into the true depth of high school love and the often misunderstood challenges of grieving.

    John touches on the enduring presence of grief and the transformation of relationships over time. He recounts how he cherishes chosen relationships and the significance of bonding with his stepdaughter. We also explore the shift from living in pain to cherishing memories, finding spiritual solace, and creating new dreams despite an altered future. John's reflections offer a powerful reminder that those we lose would want us to find happiness and fulfillment in our lives.

    John's personal story continues as he discusses balancing his current relationship with Allie while honoring Michelle's memory. He shares the delicate process of integrating new love into a life marked by profound loss, highlighting the importance of open-mindedness and self-compassion. By reflecting on the kindness and growth that stem from past experiences, John illustrates how love and loss shape us, creating ripple effects that touch new connections and bring hope to others on their grief journey. Join us for an inspiring conversation filled with resilience, love, and the transformative power of honoring our full journey.

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    Welcome to "Soul Spark," the podcast that lights the way on your Grief Warrior's Path. Hosted by Rachel Vasquez, a Widow Empowerment Coach and Licensed NeuroAccelerated Hypnotherapist, this show is a beacon for those navigating the tumultuous journey of loss. Rachel, having walked this path herself, offers not just empathy but a guided approach to transforming grief into growth.

    "Soul Spark" is built on the powerful belief that grief is a chapter in our story, not the entirety of it. Each episode is carefully crafted to help you turn your pain into purpose, and your loss into a leap towards personal growth. It's about moving through the pages of sorrow with grace, discovering unexpected joy and hope, and awakening the grief warrior that resides within you.

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  • Unleash Your Potential: Overcoming Self-Sabotage with Mary Lou Rodriguez | Soul Spark Podcast with Rachel Vasquez | Living Beyond Grief
    2024/06/04

    What if you could unlock your limitless potential and transform your life by simply rewiring your brain? Join us on SoulSpark as we welcome the incredible Mary Lou Rodriguez, a renowned brain training expert, hypnotherapist, and global money mentor. Mary Lou shares her profound insights on overcoming self-sabotage, revealing how subconscious beliefs shape our behaviors and hold us back. Through her process of identifying and transforming deep-seated habits, you'll learn impactful techniques to create wealth and live authentically.

    This episode is a journey through breaking free from societal and cultural limitations to achieve both personal and professional success. Discover how continuous self-improvement and mindset shifts can lead to a more fulfilling life, regardless of age. Listen to personal stories of transformation, including overcoming a 15-year alcohol addiction, and uncover the profound impact of believing in one's worth and potential. Don't miss Mary Lou's empowering transformation program and the supportive community initiatives like "Unstoppable You," designed to help you feel limitless and free from your own chains. Connect with Mary Lou on Instagram and the Facebook community to kickstart your journey towards unstoppable success. Connect with Mary Lou- \https://bit.ly/3UqTrJM Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/ynjRr9EpxXJ1Q1LG/
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    Welcome to "Soul Spark," the podcast that lights the way on your Grief Warrior's Path. Hosted by Rachel Vasquez, a Widow Empowerment Coach and Licensed NeuroAccelerated Hypnotherapist, this show is a beacon for those navigating the tumultuous journey of loss. Rachel, having walked this path herself, offers not just empathy but a guided approach to transforming grief into growth.

    "Soul Spark" is built on the powerful belief that grief is a chapter in our story, not the entirety of it. Each episode is carefully crafted to help you turn your pain into purpose, and your loss into a leap towards personal growth. It's about moving through the pages of sorrow with grace, discovering unexpected joy and hope, and awakening the grief warrior that resides within you.

    This podcast transcends the conventional, offering a sanctuary where healing and transformation converge. With a mix of expert wisdom, empowering insights from Rachel, and heartening stories from ...

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  • Trinh Dang Ex. Director NAMI: Empowering Mental Health Through Community Support
    2024/06/01
    How does community support transform mental health journeys? Join us on SoulSpark Today as we welcome Trinh, the Executive Director of NAMI Southern Nevada, who shares invaluable insights into the power of peer-led support and education in navigating mental health challenges, especially grief and loss. Trinh discusses NAMI's mission to provide accessible resources at no cost, creating a safe space for individuals and families. We also touch on the generational shifts in mental health awareness, emphasizing how social media has fostered openness among younger generations.

    Reflecting on historical perspectives, we explore how past stigmatization of mental health has evolved into today's compassionate, research-driven approach. Hear personal stories of overcoming significant trauma, such as that faced by refugee families, and learn how economic and social hardships have shaped coping mechanisms across generations. This conversation delves into the narrator's journey from isolation and anxiety to mental health advocacy, underscoring the importance of open communication about emotions and trauma within families.

    The episode also highlights the transformative power of community involvement and peer support. Discover how organizations like NAMI and Modern Widows Club offer crucial, accessible resources without insurance barriers. Hear inspiring narratives of finding strength in shared experiences and the healing journey through holistic and clinical therapies. This episode is a powerful testament to the impact of taking small steps towards healing, the significance of sharing personal stories, and the collective empowerment found in a supportive community. Join us for an episode filled with hope, resilience, and the pursuit of mental well-being.

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    Welcome to "Soul Spark," the podcast that lights the way on your Grief Warrior's Path. Hosted by Rachel Vasquez, a Widow Empowerment Coach and Licensed NeuroAccelerated Hypnotherapist, this show is a beacon for those navigating the tumultuous journey of loss. Rachel, having walked this path herself, offers not just empathy but a guided approach to transforming grief into growth.

    "Soul Spark" is built on the powerful belief that grief is a chapter in our story, not the entirety of it. Each episode is carefully crafted to help you turn your pain into purpose, and your loss into a leap towards personal growth. It's about moving through the pages of sorrow with grace, discovering unexpected joy and hope, and awakening the grief warrior that resides within you.

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  • Meet Azurae Johnson Redmond with Young Black & Widowed
    2024/05/21

    NAACP award-winning Global Nonprofit Founding Director, Certified Grief Coach, Author, and International Speaker of Young, Black & Widowed® (YBW), Azurae Johnson Redmond, has passionately served the global widowed community since founding YBW during the pandemic in 2020.

    Widowed by lung cancer at 27, while 5 months pregnant with a 10-month-old, Azurae transformed her life by providing inclusive peer grief support to over 3,000 widows and widowers worldwide. Her journey is featured in the book "Widowed Parents Unite" by Jenny Lisk, where she contributed as a foreword writer and author. She has spoken on several international stages, including Soaring Spirits International's Camp Widow.

    Under her leadership, YBW has managed over 33,630 volunteer hours, executing 2,334+ widow(er) peer support groups and handling 2,836+ support line calls, including 77 crisis intervention connections. Azurae also leads the Modern Widows Club’s global "Black Widows Community," serves as a Regional Peer Support Group Leader for Soaring Spirits International and is on the Board of Directors of NAMI.

    Recognized for her efforts in advancing black mental health and community advocacy, Azurae has been named one of Tennessee's Top African American Women by the Tennessee Tribune and received the NAACP Ruby Hurley Image Award for Community Activism.

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    Welcome to "Soul Spark," the podcast that lights the way on your Grief Warrior's Path. Hosted by Rachel Vasquez, a Widow Empowerment Coach and Licensed NeuroAccelerated Hypnotherapist, this show is a beacon for those navigating the tumultuous journey of loss. Rachel, having walked this path herself, offers not just empathy but a guided approach to transforming grief into growth.

    "Soul Spark" is built on the powerful belief that grief is a chapter in our story, not the entirety of it. Each episode is carefully crafted to help you turn your pain into purpose, and your loss into a leap towards personal growth. It's about moving through the pages of sorrow with grace, discovering unexpected joy and hope, and awakening the grief warrior that resides within you.

    This podcast transcends the conventional, offering a sanctuary where healing and transformation converge. With a mix of expert wisdom, empowering insights from Rachel, and heartening stories from ...

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    40 分
  • Episode 5 | The Journey To Good Health | Soul Spark Podcast Trailer with Rachel Vasquez | Living Beyond Grief
    2024/03/29

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    ABOUT THE PODCAST:

    Welcome to "Soul Spark," the podcast that lights the way on your Grief Warrior's Path. Hosted by Rachel Vasquez, a Widow Empowerment Coach and Licensed NeuroAccelerated Hypnotherapist, this show is a beacon for those navigating the tumultuous journey of loss. Rachel, having walked this path herself, offers not just empathy but a guided approach to transforming grief into growth.

    "Soul Spark" is built on the powerful belief that grief is a chapter in our story, not the entirety of it. Each episode is carefully crafted to help you turn your pain into purpose, and your loss into a leap towards personal growth. It's about moving through the pages of sorrow with grace, discovering unexpected joy and hope, and awakening the grief warrior that resides within you.

    This podcast transcends the conventional, offering a sanctuary where healing and transformation converge. With a mix of expert wisdom, empowering insights from Rachel, and heartening stories from fellow widows, "Soul Spark" provides the support and challenge needed to navigate grief's complexities.

    Designed for anyone at any stage of their grief journey, "Soul Spark" is a celebration of life, an invitation to honor memories while rekindling joy. Join Rachel Vasquez of Living Beyond Grief, as she guides you through this path of exploration, healing, and growth, helping you to reignite the spark within your soul.

    Embark on this transformative journey with "Soul Spark," where together, we'll discover how to step into our power as grief warriors. Rachel Vasquez is eager to connect with you, starting with the very first

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    Welcome to "Soul Spark," the podcast that lights the way on your Grief Warrior's Path. Hosted by Rachel Vasquez, a Widow Empowerment Coach and Licensed NeuroAccelerated Hypnotherapist, this show is a beacon for those navigating the tumultuous journey of loss. Rachel, having walked this path herself, offers not just empathy but a guided approach to transforming grief into growth.

    "Soul Spark" is built on the powerful belief that grief is a chapter in our story, not the entirety of it. Each episode is carefully crafted to help you turn your pain into purpose, and your loss into a leap towards personal growth. It's about moving through the pages of sorrow with grace, discovering unexpected joy and hope, and awakening the grief warrior that resides within you.

    This podcast transcends the conventional, offering a sanctuary where healing and transformation converge. With a mix of expert wisdom, empowering insights from Rachel, and heartening stories from ...

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    17 分
  • Episode 4 | Finding Joy with Sheryl Lynn from Joyely | Soul Spark Podcast Trailer with Rachel Vasquez | Living Beyond Grief
    2024/03/14

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    Sheryl Lynn is a best-selling author, visionary founder of JOYELY, LLC, and the creator of The Chair of Joy™ Experience. She is also an inspirational leader in the JOYRise Movement worldwide and serves as the editor-in-chief of JOYELY Magazine. Sheryl has developed a metacognitive strategy based on the principles of Sit, Breathe, Think, and Feel, providing a universal language of joy worth celebrating. With over 30 years as an entrepreneur, Sheryl champions the concept of sustained joy through daily effort. She generously shares the Chair of Joy™ with a diverse audience, including children, adults, executives, employees, and seniors, helping them learn how to feel better from any chair, anywhere, anytime. Sheryl has also played a pivotal role in making physical and mental health top-line conversations. Sheryl's diverse background includes roles as an educational interpreter for the deaf, a real estate agent and investor, a bar and restaurant owner, a women's organizational leader, and a consultant to successful family-brokered firms in the consumer goods packaging industry. Her multifaceted contributions and dedication to JOYELY Ambassadors make her a sought-after and impactful figure in various domains.


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    ABOUT THE PODCAST:

    Welcome to "Soul Spark," the podcast that lights the way on your Grief Warrior's Path. Hosted by Rachel Vasquez, a Widow Empowerment Coach and Licensed NeuroAccelerated Hypnotherapist, this show is a beacon for those navigating the tumultuous journey of loss. Rachel, having walked this path herself, offers not just empathy but a guided approach to transforming grief into growth.

    "Soul Spark" is built on the powerful belief that grief is a chapter in our story, not the entirety of it. Each episode is carefully crafted to help you turn your pain into purpose, and your loss into a leap towards personal growth. It's about moving through the pages of sorrow with grace, discovering unexpected joy and hope, and awakening the grief warrior that resides within you.

    This podcast transcends the conventional, offering a sanctuary where healing and transformation converge. With a mix of expert wisdom, empowering insights from Rachel, and heartening stories from ...

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    33 分
  • Episode 3 | Interview with Cindy Toledo from Modern Widows Club | Soul Spark Podcast Trailer with Rachel Vasquez | Living Beyond Grief
    2024/03/07

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    The Modern Widows Club is a women's health organization established in 2011, dedicated to serving widows who seek to understand their experiences and focus on growth. The organization conducts research into the physical and mental health of widows to inform its programs and raise awareness for women who have historically been under-supported and unrecognized. The club offers a range of support services, including in-person and virtual groups, clubs, travel opportunities, educational courses, mentoring programs, and various events aimed at helping widows transform their grief into a positive, purposeful future while embracing their own strength and courage. It advocates for the global support of widows, emphasizing the social significance of this often overlooked group​​.

    Cindy Toledo, a contributor to the Modern Widows Club, shares her personal journey of transformation following the sudden loss of her husband. Her story highlights the importance of stepping out of one's comfort zone and embracing life fully, despite the fears and uncertainties that come with widowhood. Toledo's narrative is a testament to the potential for personal growth and new experiences even in the face of profound loss, encouraging others to say "YES" to life and its myriad possibilities​​.

    For more detailed insights and support resources, you can explore the Modern Widows Club through their official website and Cindy Toledo's contributions.



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    Welcome to "Soul Spark," the podcast that lights the way on your Grief Warrior's Path. Hosted by Rachel Vasquez, a Widow Empowerment Coach and Licensed NeuroAccelerated Hypnotherapist, this show is a beacon for those navigating the tumultuous journey of loss. Rachel, having walked this path herself, offers not just empathy but a guided approach to transforming grief into growth.

    "Soul Spark" is built on the powerful belief that grief is a chapter in our story, not the entirety of it. Each episode is carefully crafted to help you turn your pain into purpose, and your loss into a leap towards personal growth. It's about moving through the pages of sorrow with grace, discovering unexpected joy and hope, and awakening the grief warrior that resides within you.

    This podcast transcends the conventional, offering a sanctuary where healing and transformation converge. With a mix of expert wisdom, empowering insights from Rachel, and heartening stories from ...

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  • Episode 2 | Dating After Loss... Is It Possible? | Soul Spark Podcast Trailer with Rachel Vasquez | Living Beyond Grief
    2024/02/29

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    On a recent episode of the Soul Spark Podcast, host Rachel Vasquez welcomed guests Jenn Fortune and Jen Johnson, two remarkable women with deeply moving stories of love, loss, and empowerment. Jenn Fortune, originally from Honolulu, opened up about her transformative journey after losing her first love, Stephen, a valiant member of the US Air Force. Despite this profound loss, Jenn channeled her grief into building a successful photography business in Southern Illinois, dedicated to uplifting women, including her fellow widows, by helping them recognize their inherent worth and beauty.

    Jen Johnson shared her own journey of becoming a widow in 2012 and the subsequent decade of growth in the realms of love, self-care, and relationships. Her involvement with the Your Sacred Love Story journal and the Modern Widows Club highlights her commitment to supporting others through their healing processes, drawing from her personal experiences and insights.

    Together on the Soul Spark Podcast, Jenn and Jen engaged in a heartfelt conversation with Rachel, discussing their individual paths to healing and how they've used their experiences to inspire and mentor others and also get back into the dating world. Their stories of resilience and their dedication to making a positive impact in the lives of women worldwide resonated deeply with listeners, adding a profound layer of depth and inspiration to Rachel's podcast.


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    Welcome to "Soul Spark," the podcast that lights the way on your Grief Warrior's Path. Hosted by Rachel Vasquez, a Widow Empowerment Coach and Licensed NeuroAccelerated Hypnotherapist, this show is a beacon for those navigating the tumultuous journey of loss. Rachel, having walked this path herself, offers not just empathy but a guided approach to transforming grief into growth.

    "Soul Spark" is built on the powerful belief that grief is a chapter in our story, not the entirety of it. Each episode is carefully crafted to help you turn your pain into purpose, and your loss into a leap towards personal growth. It's about moving through the pages of sorrow with grace, discovering unexpected joy and hope, and awakening the grief warrior that resides within you.

    This podcast transcends the conventional, offering a sanctuary where healing and transformation converge. With a mix of expert wisdom, empowering insights from Rachel, and heartening stories from ...

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