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From Adopting a Daughter with Cerebral Palsy to Becoming a Business Mogul—Christina Smallwood’s Inspiring Story of Faith, Resilience & Empowerment
In this special episode of ‘Pushing Forward with Alycia,’ Alycia celebrates March as Women’s History Month and Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month by interviewing Christina Smallwood, a trailblazing entrepreneur and mother. Christina shares her journey from a rebellious pastor’s kid to a successful business leader balancing motherhood and authenticity. She discusses overcoming personal hardships, including infertility and adopting a child with cerebral palsy, and offers insights on resilience, community support, and the importance of forgiving oneself and others. Christina emphasizes the power of sharing one’s story and staying true to oneself, both in personal and professional life. The episode highlights her forthcoming book, ‘Hope in the Hard,’ and her dedication to empowering women to shatter glass ceilings and embrace their superpowers.
Essential Lessons at the Heart of This Episode
💥 Shatter Any Glass Ceiling: Embracing the Hot Mess
🛤️ The Personal Challenge: Empowerment through Self-Discovery
🍼 The Adoption Journey: Infertility, Diminished Ovarian Reserves & AMH Levels
🤱 A Conversation on Motherhood: Embracing Unexpected Challenges
❤️ Harnessing the Power of Forgiveness, Community & Gratitude
💪 Hope in the Hard: A Life Mantra for Resilience
🚀 Leadership and Entrepreneurship: Breaking Hard Habits
🌟 Be Uniquely You: The World Needs Your Authentic Self
⚖️ Balancing Personal & Professional: A Future Filled with Possibilities
📖 Owning Your Story: A Call to Action
A Quote from Christina
Focusing on what you’re grateful for actually trains your brain to find more things to be grateful for.
~ Christina Smallwood
Quick Reference: Episode Highlights
00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alycia
00:30 Meet Christina Smallwood: A Boss Babe Redefining Balance
02:57 Christina’s Journey: From Rebellion to Empowerment
05:46 Adoption and Motherhood: Embracing the Unexpected
08:49 Hope in the Hard: Navigating Life’s Challenges
14:01 The Power of Community and Advocacy
18:59 Empowering the Next Generation
19:15 Navigating the Journey of Parenting
20:33 Building a Successful Business
22:30 Overcoming Personal Challenges
24:02 The Importance of Therapy
25:52 Embracing Leadership
28:43 The Power of Forgiveness
31:40 Promoting the Book and Public Speaking
35:41 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks
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