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Evolve, Dare and Be You

Evolve, Dare and Be You

By Teena Ogbugoh

All things leadership, growth, communication and personal development for today’s woman.

Growth doesn't happen overnight! It is a process that requires daily intentional actions. This growth mindset podcast is targeted at igniting women to become more in leading self, stepping into the arena of growth and bringing out the inner self to shine! It starts with becoming more aware of our thinking patterns and choosing how we think, feel and act to make the changes we want.

Change your thinking and Change your life!
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#33 Why Gratitude Matters

Evolve, Dare and Be YouNov 23, 2020

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S4.E3 - BREAKING FREE FROM ABUSE TO DISCOVER YOUR PURPOSE
Jan 31, 202224:25
S4.E2 - OVERCOMING NORMS THAT SABOTAGE GROWTH
Jan 24, 202232:13
S4.E1 - Settings Goals for 2022? Be a FUTURIST
Jan 17, 202216:48
S3.E11 UNDERSTANDING YOUR "I AM"NESS

S3.E11 UNDERSTANDING YOUR "I AM"NESS

We all desire good things, wealth and success in life. But how much of a desire do you have for what you really want?

Napoleon Hill in his book, Think and Grow Rich dedicates a chapter to talk about desire and how important it is to possess in order to achieve anything worthwhile. He says in the book that, "Desire is start point of all achievement." However, it is not just enough to have desire, it must be a burning and deep desire for that which you truly want. Our mindset is important in knowing what we desire and how we intend to get that which we desire.

In this episode of our podcast, I will share insights on how mindset, affirmations and proclamations influence our desire and what we can achieve.

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Mar 15, 202114:49
S3.E10 BELIEVE IN YOURSELF - INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY EDITION

S3.E10 BELIEVE IN YOURSELF - INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY EDITION

What you think of yourself, how you see yourself and what you believe about your abilities matter.

In celebration of International Women's Day 2021, this episode will focus on how women can challenge the status quo by first rewriting the narratives and embracing their story to believe in themselves. It will highlight women of worth who are continuing to shatter the glass ceiling and proving their worth as great leaders.

I celebrate all women!!! Know that you are important, valued and if you believe you can succeed, you will.
Mar 08, 202113:30
S3. E9 YOU ARE ENOUGH

S3. E9 YOU ARE ENOUGH

With all the noise and everything scrambling for attention in our world today, it is sometimes difficult to sit back and just revel in the joy that you are alive and that all will come together in the end.

In this episode of the podcast, I will talk about the acronym Y.O.U and share steps on how to know you are enough and not get caught up in the social buzz that could make you feel like you are under-achieving or not worthy. This is especially true with young people today and it has been found to contribute to depression and mental health challenges.

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Mar 01, 202116:22
S3. E8 FINDING PURPOSE IN CHAOS

S3. E8 FINDING PURPOSE IN CHAOS

“What is my purpose here and how may I serve…in the midst of all this confusion?” ~ Wayne Dyer

Have you ever faced or are you currently facing times in your life when you begin to question your purpose and identity? You see, there comes a time when we ask ourselves if we are truly living a fulfilled life or we are just existing.

In this episode of our podcast, I will share insights on how to find purpose and begin to live a fulfilled life even in the midst of chaos. Yes, you can thrive and excel in times of chaos if and only if, you are open to see the big picture and take advantage of the opportunities before you. As Sun Tzu says, "In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity."

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Feb 22, 202116:13
S3.E7 ACCOMPLISHING DREAMS & GOALS

S3.E7 ACCOMPLISHING DREAMS & GOALS

How would you describe your goals? What are the dreams you have and want to accomplish? These are burning questions every human seeks to understand. People everywhere are constantly searching for ways to live their dreams and many don't get to do it. You can accomplish your dreams by looking inwards. Start with yourself. What do you believe about you and why should others believe you when you don't even believe in yourself?

In this week's podcast, I share some insights from the masters, tested and proven works on how you can accomplish goals and live your dreams. There are some essential and fundamental things you must start to do.

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Feb 15, 202122:59
S3. E6 MASKing The Mind with M.A.S.K MENTOR, FOLAKE OLUOKUN MD.

S3. E6 MASKing The Mind with M.A.S.K MENTOR, FOLAKE OLUOKUN MD.

Mask are not new. They have been existence before 2020. We all have a mask on in our lives but what mask are you wearing?

Medical mask keeps us safe as they keep virus and infection away that could do damage to our health. Now imagine having a mind mask that helps you not just stay healthy but unmask your real potential so you can live a truly transformed life.

In this episode of the podcast, Folake Oluokun, MD and high performance coach sheds light on what mind mask are and how you can wear mind mask to reveal the real you.

Feb 08, 202139:31
S3.E5 QUALITY or QUANTITY? - WHAT TRULY MATTERS

S3.E5 QUALITY or QUANTITY? - WHAT TRULY MATTERS

Have you ever imagined what it means to truly live a life of quality? It takes time, effort, resources, determination and consistency to build the habit of choosing a life of quality over quantity. This may sound like a cliché but I promise you that it can be done with intentionality and purpose.

In this episode of the podcast, I will share some thoughts on why it matters. People sometimes question the importance of choosing quality over quantity in certain areas of their life, but choosing to live a life of purpose and by design not only brings contentment and value, it helps declutter your life.

Remember, “It is quality rather than quantity that matters.” (Lucius Annaeus Seneca)
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Feb 01, 202118:53
S3.E4 RESILIENT MINDSET FOR WINNING
Jan 25, 202117:01
S3.E3 YOUR MINDSET CAN HOLD BACK YOUR SUCCESS

S3.E3 YOUR MINDSET CAN HOLD BACK YOUR SUCCESS

Mindset is everything. It is the foundation for your achievements and is your reality. Working on your mindset can transform your life and create opportunities for growth in every area you desire to make change. Your mindset will be the guiding force behind your decisions and the actions you choose to take. It is your beliefs, your thoughts, and your feelings that determine the action that you take on a daily basis. In this episode of the podcast, I will share the different kinds of mindset. I will also share some tips on how to develop an abundance and growth mindset.

Jan 18, 202116:16
S3.E2 Handling Negative Self-Talk

S3.E2 Handling Negative Self-Talk

Are you constantly feeling like you are not worthy? Do you beat yourself up and think there is no good in you at all? These are signs of negative self-talk.

Miya Yamanouchi, motivational author and counsellor said, “The way you choose to think and speak about yourself (to yourself and others), IS A CHOICE! You may have spent your whole life talking about yourself in a negative way, but that doesn't mean you have to continue that path.”

Negative self-talk isn’t constructive, and it rarely motivates us to make any changes. We have tons of thoughts running through our minds every moment. The thoughts we choose to allow dominate our minds are what defines how we feel and act. In this episode of the podcast, I will share how to identify negative self-talk; types and habits of negative self-talk; as well as how to overcome and stop negative self-talk.

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Jan 11, 202122:12
S3.E1 NEW BEGINNINGS
Jan 04, 202125:17
#38 REFLECTING AND REMINISCING
Dec 28, 202014:50
#37 Celebrate Christmas, Celebrate Life
Dec 21, 202011:24
#36 WHY YOU SHOULD ASK FOR HELP
Dec 14, 202021:44
#35 MYTHS, MISCONCEPTIONS AND MISTAKES OF GOAL SETTING

#35 MYTHS, MISCONCEPTIONS AND MISTAKES OF GOAL SETTING

Have you wondered why more people fail at goal setting and if they do set goals, they fail in achieving the set goals? Goal setting is much more than just reeling out a number of activities, thoughts or wish list. It requires intention, commitment, motivation and willpower to achieve. James Allen, the author of As a Man Thinketh puts it aptly when he said
Dec 07, 202022:31
#34 PRIORITIZE YOUR LIFE

#34 PRIORITIZE YOUR LIFE

We sometimes fall victim of neglecting ourselves and undermining the need for self-care. Learning to prioritize our lives will not just help us stay focused but gives us time to reflect and weed out negative emotions. It helps us to leverage our time as well as determine the values in the tasks and actions. The resultant effect is that we focus on what truly matters in our life and make time to do those things first.
Nov 30, 202020:40
#33 Why Gratitude Matters

#33 Why Gratitude Matters

Gratitude is a gift. Gratitude is something that we should be able to express on any occasion—no matter how big or small. Especially when you are faced with stressful circumstances or situations as we have seen in this year 2020, it is important to express and practice gratitude. Yes, being grateful in itself is a gift and one to be desired by all. There is a science behind gratitude and what it can do to our brain. There are so many benefits to practicing gratitude and in this episode of the podcast, I will share some gratitude disciplines and practices that I engage in and what it does to your brain, life, mindset and health.
Nov 23, 202017:55
#32 DEALING WITH ADVERSITY

#32 DEALING WITH ADVERSITY

Adversity is real and what no one looks forward to facing or dealing with. However, we all face some form of adversity at some point in our lives. Overcoming adversity means being successful despite difficulties or challenges. It is very important that we learn to deal with adversity rather than live in denial. Learning to deal with and overcoming adversity is what builds character and resilience. When adversity strikes, all plans fizzle away and it is time to let go of any expectations you may be holding onto and adapt to the changes around you. In this episode of the podcast, I will share insights on how to navigate and pivot from adversity especially with the pandemic we have all been forced to deal with in 2020.
Nov 16, 202019:14
#31 AUTHENTICITY MATTERS

#31 AUTHENTICITY MATTERS

Be your authentic self! Authenticity is being the same person at every occasion in life. Staying true to yourself whether you are with friends, colleagues, parents or strangers. You are not afraid of other people's judgments.
Authentic people have values and morals. They believe in themselves and are self-aware of how their actions influence other people, In this episode of our podcast, I will share with you why authenticity matters and five (5) characteristics of authentic people to help you develop your authentic self.
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Nov 09, 202021:06
#30 OWN AND LIVE YOUR VALUES
Nov 06, 202018:21
#29 Who Are You?

#29 Who Are You?

Discovering who you are is key to your success. Your identity goes a long way to determine how people interact with you and what they believe about you. You must find self-worth in you for others to see you as worthwhile. In this episode, I share the importance of valuing yourself to help you live a life of purpose. Enjoy!
Jul 31, 202014:24
#28 Stop Procrastinating And Start Doing

#28 Stop Procrastinating And Start Doing

I find it interesting how we all sometimes wished we had more than 24 hours in a day so we can keep pushing away what needs to be done. However, that is not possible because there are only 24 hours in a day. Again if wishes were horses, even beggars would ride. In this episode of the podcast, I share some reasons why it is important to prioritize, take action on doing and stop procrastinating. Enjoy!

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Jul 30, 202016:11
#27 You Are Important, Don't Let Anyone Else Tell You Otherwise

#27 You Are Important, Don't Let Anyone Else Tell You Otherwise

What makes you sing and hop for joy? Finding what gives you joy and makes you laugh are some of the most fulfilling things you can do for yourself to be truly happy. As easy as it may sound, it is what a lot of people spend years trying to discover. The handful that discover these secrets go on to achieve true success and live a life of significance. Never compare your inside with somebody else’s outside. – Hugh Macleod 

In this episode, I share five (5) reasons to let you know that you are important. You may want to have your pen and pad to take notes. Enjoy!

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Jul 29, 202015:34
#26 In Making Choices, Choose You First

#26 In Making Choices, Choose You First

In many instances when we have to make choices, we quickly choose other people over ourselves. Note that this is not in a healthy way but in ways that diminish us and reduce our self-worth. In this episode, I share some reasons why you should choose you first. You can only truly be happy and live fully when you intentional make choices that choose you. Enjoy! 

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Jul 28, 202015:04
#25 Things Are Not Always What They Look Like

#25 Things Are Not Always What They Look Like

We do not see the picture when we are in the frame. Most people FAIL because they don't know that they don't know and they think they know. They are not willing to open themselves to learning or to know what they don't know. Asking for help and been vulnerable does not mean weakness. In this episode, I share insights on how we can look beyond the perspective distortion that we have when we’re in the middle of a challenging set of circumstances and get clarity. Enjoy! 

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Jul 27, 202013:52
#24 Take Back The Power Over Your Life

#24 Take Back The Power Over Your Life

Don't give power to the hurt or disappointments you have experienced in your life. We deal with disappointments, hurts and burden in life that prevent us from seeing or acknowledging the good achievements in our lives. In this episode, I share how we can take back the power of control of over lives instead of allowing hurts and disappointments we have experienced dictate how we feel. Enjoy! 

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Jul 26, 202012:13
#23 Maintaining A Healthy Mindset

#23 Maintaining A Healthy Mindset

Your mindset is everything. It sets the tone for how you think, feel and act. Maintaining a healthy mindset is so important because it is the bedrock and foundation on which your programming is formed.  Your mind without doubt directs your life. We are all programmed to behave, think, feel and act in a certain way based on childhood, environment and the influencers in our lives. In this episode, I share the importance of maintaining a healthy mindset and how it can help us be, do and have more. Enjoy! 

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Jul 25, 202013:53
#22 You Are Not Your Circumstances or Mistakes

#22 You Are Not Your Circumstances or Mistakes

As humans, we are wired to think that our circumstances and mistakes in life define who we are or determine who we become, how far we can go and what we can achieve. In this episode, I share how we are totally different from our circumstances, mistakes and situations in life. they do not define us. Enjoy!  

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Jul 24, 202010:12
#21 You Are Worth It!

#21 You Are Worth It!

We are constantly in search for validation and approval to believe that we are worthy of the good things and successes that we achieve. In this episode of the show, I share with you my personal experience in fighting the battle of self-worth and evolving to live life on my terms knowing that I can be, do and have more in life. These are authentic and candid examples from my life. I really hope you don't just find them useful but that they help you grow into your true personality. You would want to take notes so have your pen and paper with you. Enjoy!

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Jul 23, 202012:39
#20 Establish Order In Your Life So You Can Thrive

#20 Establish Order In Your Life So You Can Thrive

Most often than not, we look to things outside of us for clarity and a sense of order. The only way order is established is living through the universal laws. Alexander Pope, a renowned poet, in his "Essay on Man" wrote that "Order is heaven's first law. In this episode, I share examples of how living in alignment with the law of polarity impacts our lives and who we are becoming. Enjoy! 

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Jul 22, 202010:14
#19 You Are Responsible For All Your Results
Jul 21, 202014:25
#18 Handling The Fear of Rejection

#18 Handling The Fear of Rejection

Fear of rejection comes as a result of longing for approval, low self esteem and self-worth. In this episode, I share some ways that fear of rejection occurs in our lives and ways we can overcome this fear of rejection that stop us from living our lives on purpose.
Jul 20, 202011:27
#17 Your Self-Worth is A Choice

#17 Your Self-Worth is A Choice

Knowing your self-worth is so important because it shows the value you place on you. When you know your value you can make the choice not to sell yourself short. In this episode of our podcast, I share why it is very important to know your self-worth and steps you can take to increase your self-worth so others can see value in you.
Jul 19, 202016:09
#16 Understanding Your Life Purpose

#16 Understanding Your Life Purpose

Your purpose statement is your Why statement. The reason why you do what you do. In this episode of the podcast, I share with you the three (3) I questions, Identify, Importance and Impact that every person must ask themselves in order to understand their purpose. We look at these questions and how they relate to the five (5) key areas of life ..... wheel of life or our feelers and lifelines as i call them. Subscribe to our podcast so you can get every update on new episodes. Happy listening! Be well and Know that You matter!
Jul 18, 202012:46
#15 Seeing Opportunities in Times of Adversity

#15 Seeing Opportunities in Times of Adversity

Challenges, disappointments and crisis will always happen. We experience crisis individually in our personal lives, as a team, an organisation or even as a nation. It is not that we face crisis, difficulties or adverse situations that keep us down, but the fact that we let ourselves close the doors of opportunities that abound. In this episode, I share insights on how being positive, having the right perspective and looking beyond our problems will help us see the seed of opportunities in our adversity and move us to thrive and succeed.
Jul 17, 202013:13
#14 The Power of Persistence in Times of Adversity

#14 The Power of Persistence in Times of Adversity

Persistence is the game changer in seasons of adversity. It is the power of will to succeed even in turbulent times. In this episode of the show, I share six (6) steps that can help us practice persistence to succeed in our plans.
Jul 16, 202013:06
#13 Whose Dream Is It?

#13 Whose Dream Is It?

Dreams are the seedlings of realities is a quote from James Allen. They give birth to the emerging future we desire and want to see.
In this episode of the show, I share with you the reasons why many people fail in achieving their dreams because of the misconceptions they have about what a dream is and how a dream can be achieved. I also share some ways on how you can stop living someone else's dream and begin to take ownership of your dream.
Jul 15, 202016:36
#12 Knowing Your Why Matters

#12 Knowing Your Why Matters

Understanding your purpose for your existence is very crucial to your success in life. If you do not know your "Why", you cannot excel in life to a great extent because you will lack the zeal to stay focused and lack clarity. In this episode of our show, I share with you three (3) reasons why it is important to know your purpose and how it helps give meaning to every desire seek to achieve.
Jul 14, 202011:30
#11 The Power of Decision-making

#11 The Power of Decision-making

Decision-making is a trait we all need in our personal and professional lives. We often deal with procrastination which is the opposite of decision. Indecision is what prevents us from taking action to achieve the success we desire. In this episode, I share how habits and choices influence how we make decisions.
Jul 13, 202012:20
#10 The Power of Imagination

#10 The Power of Imagination

Imagination is the warehouse of the mind wherein all the plans conceived and created by man are fashioned. Ideas and thoughts are birth through creative imagination. In this episode of the podcast, I share how we can use the power of our creative imagination to succeed once we understand the principles of imagination.
Jul 12, 202013:21
#9 The Power of The Subconscious Mind - Part 3

#9 The Power of The Subconscious Mind - Part 3

In this episode of our podcast, I talk about the power of positive affirmations in the reprogramming of our minds. Positive affirmations have the power to harness changes that break old habits and cause our subconscious mind embrace newly created habits that help us align with our desires, dreams and life goals.
Jul 11, 202012:32
#8 The Power of The Subconscious Mind - Part 2

#8 The Power of The Subconscious Mind - Part 2

Our preconceived notions are very powerful influencers on our behaviors and results. In this episode, as we continue to see the awesome power of our subconscious mind, I share some perspectives on how what we listen to is a great determinant of our behaviors and results because they influence our thinking and our beliefs.
Jul 10, 202011:30
#7 The Power of The Subconscious Mind

#7 The Power of The Subconscious Mind

Our subconscious mind is the seat of emotions and feelings. It does not discriminate and warehouses everything, our beliefs, past, memories. In this episode, I share how powerful our subconscious mind is and how we can harness its power to create the change we want in reprogramming our minds.
Jul 09, 202013:11
#6 Myth of Mind Control

#6 Myth of Mind Control

Our minds are programmed from our childhood but we can change our mind programming by taking control of our minds. What we believe about ourselves and our abilities are very powerful because where our focus goes, energy flows. Listen as I share how what we focus on becomes our reality.
Jul 08, 202010:54
#5 The Programming of Our Minds

#5 The Programming of Our Minds

We are programmed to think, feel and act in a certain way. It can be for good or for bad depending on if they serve us to grow up. We are brainwashed by the beliefs and truth ingrained in us from childhood as a result of environment, culture and the influencers in our lives. In this episode, I share two ways we can actually learn to reprogram our minds.
Jul 07, 202012:17
#4 How our Emotions Affect our Thoughts and Purpose

#4 How our Emotions Affect our Thoughts and Purpose

Emotions are powerful and they lead us to take action. The subconscious mind is the seat of emotions and feelings. We take actions and make decisions based on what we feel and how we feel. In this episode, I will share with you the power of our emotions on our thinking and our purpose.
Jul 06, 202012:40
#3 The Power of Thoughts

#3 The Power of Thoughts

Do you know that your thoughts are powerful and that changing the way you think can change everything in your life? Listen as I share with you how I overcame negative thinking pattern.
Jul 05, 202012:59