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What happens when you stop performing and start choosing yourself?

In this episode, Nicole sits down with content creator and cultural commentator Shelley Winters to unpack what life really looks like after 50—without filters, without pressure, and without apology.

They go deep on:

• The emotional weight and expectations placed on Black women today
• Why empathy does not require self-sacrifice
• Navigating aging parents while protecting your own well-being
• The truth about visibility, confidence, and the “silver economy”
• Letting go of people-pleasing and reclaiming your choices

Shelley shares how turning 50 shifted her perspective on time, identity, and ownership—and why she chose a boudoir photoshoot over a party to mark the moment.

This is not surface-level inspiration. This is real conversation about boundaries, identity, and emotional intelligence in action.

If you’re still performing for approval, this episode will challenge you.

If you’re ready to lead your life differently, this episode will meet you there.

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In this episode of Blow Your Mind(set), Nicole sits down with Ginny Priem, keynote speaker, TEDx presenter, bestselling author, and author of Unsubscribe: Why Letting Go Is the Secret to Getting Ahead.

With more than 20 years of corporate leadership experience, Ginny shares powerful insight on burnout, boundaries, hustle culture, and sustainable success. Together, they unpack how fear of disappointing others, people-pleasing, and constant digital pressure lead so many people to overextend.

They also discuss why saying no is clarity, not conflict, how boundaries strengthen relationships, and what it means to let go of what no longer fits so you can move forward with more intention. This episode is for anyone ready to stop over-giving, trust themselves again, and redefine success in a healthier way.

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Keynote Speaker, Master Certified Professional Life Coach, Best-Selling Author & Host of Unsubscribe Podcast

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https://www.facebook.com/Ginnypriem/

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginny-priem-8a87248/

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Is it possible to be wildly productive and completely burnt out at the same time? Absolutely! And that's exactly what Kia Van Wright Ford addresses in this game-changing episode of Blow Your Mindset.

As CEO of Van Wright Consulting and a fractional CEO with 20+ years of experience, Kia helps leaders move from survival mode to intentional growth. She shares her journey from corporate VP to entrepreneur, revealing why 75% of professionals feel burnt out and what to do about it.

Kia unpacks her SHIFT mindset framework, the power of boundaries and delegation, and why we need to stop treating our businesses like babies. Nicole and Kia get vulnerable about identity, layoffs, and the courage it takes to bet on yourself.

If you're tired of being tired or ready to work ON your business instead of IN it, this conversation is your wake-up call.

Contact Kia Van Wright Ford

www.alwazeapparel.com

Kia@vanfordconsulting.com

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LinkedIn: Kia VanWright Ford

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