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Coach Neena Spina explores why breakthroughs don’t always lead to lasting change and how transformational learning requires practice, accountability, and addressing underlying beliefs or grief. She explains the difference between breakthrough moments and sustained transformation, offers practical reflection questions, and highlights when personal coaching can help you move forward. Where to Reach Coach Neena:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina Instagram https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/ Get on Sunday Pivot Email list https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/

Neena Spina interviews Darlene Lee about faith, recovery from codependency, entrepreneurship, and finding purpose. They discuss healing practices, the role of mentorship, overcoming anxiety and identity challenges, and how faith and community support transform relationships and leadership. Where to Reach Darlene: Facebook: The Darlene Lee Instagram: The Darlene Lee Website: thedarlenelee.com You Are Significant found on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-are-significant/id1728044942 Where Darlene Interview’s Neena: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/119-trapped-to-tranformed-with-neena-spina/id1728044942?i=1000793868465 Where to Reach Coach Neena Facebook https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina Instagram https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/ Get on the Manic Monday Email list https://coachneena.myflodesk.com//

Neena discusses what life looks like for female entrepreneurs when grief, illness, or exhaustion interrupt work and encourages giving yourself permission to pause. She applies Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits, identifies four “God blockers” (fear of others, appearance, inner critic, instant gratification), and offers faith-based reflection and practical steps—like scheduling rest, building systems, and seeking coaching—to protect your wellbeing and business. Listeners are invited to reflect, share the episode, and consider small changes to support resilience during difficult seasons. Where to Book a Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/cjspina617/call-with-neena-1 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina Instagram https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/ Get on the Manic Monday Email list/Sunday Pivot Email List https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/

In this episode Neena interviews Sherri—a rancher, entrepreneur, wellness educator, and coach—about her journey from farm life through a life-changing osteoporosis diagnosis to becoming a community-focused leader. They discuss resilience, the role of community support, mindset shifts, and practical strategies for healing and growth. Sherri shares concrete tools including small, sustainable steps to rebuild health, her 7 Pillars assessment for focused improvement, and coaching tips for asking better questions. Listeners will get encouragement, relatable stories, and actionable ideas to move forward personally and in service to others. Where to Find Coach Sherri:  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/sherri.grant.75 Instagram: coach_sherri_grant Quiz: http://7-pillar-scorecard-hosting.netlify.app/ Where to Find Coach Neena: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina Instagram https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/ Get on the Manic Monday Email list https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/ iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pivot-2-positivity/id1692281091

Coach Neena interviews Zina, an entrepreneur who turned a love of movement into a 15-year aerial fitness studio that blends anatomy, injury prevention, faith, and fun. They discuss Zina’s transition from IT to fitness, creative online classes during COVID, movement-based recovery after injury, building community, and practical tips for starting movement routines. Resources mentioned include Arielfun.com and the Resilient Joy podcast. Where to Reach Zina DiTonno: Spotify: Resilient Joy podcast with Zina DiTonno and Abby Smith Owner/Founder Aerial Fun & Fitness, Since 2012. Teacher Trainings, Personal Trainer, Coach, Health Minister Newest Courses by Zina!!-Hypermobility and Supporting Knees. https://www.aerialfun.com/ecourses Have Fun, Bounce, Stretch, Restore, or Power Up. You pick your style. Hammock, Bungee, Lyra.  We specialize in low ceiling fun including styles of aerial fitness, circus fitness, and aerial arts. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zinalm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zinaaerialtechnique/ Where to Reach Coach Neena:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina Instagram https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/ Get on the Manic Monday Email list https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/ iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pivot-2-positivity/id1692281091

Host Neena Spina talks with coach Karen Coponen about her journey through homeschooling, family entrepreneurship, and health coaching. They cover overcoming severe pregnancy-related illness, finding hope with Plexus supplements, and how faith and mindset work have shaped Karen’s path. The episode offers practical tips on time management, habit-building, listening and leadership, plus encouragement for women pursuing coaching, network marketing or stronger family relationships. Where to Reach Karen Facebook: www.facebook.com/karen.coponen.2025 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karencoponen/ Stan.store/karencoponen_467 Where do we find Coach Neena? Facebook https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina Instagram https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/ Get on the Manic Monday Email list https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/

In this episode Part 2, Jen and Neena discuss following God’s nudges, moving from shame to forgiveness, and how vulnerability opens the door to healing. They share personal stories about parenting, grief, and a long journey of self-forgiveness. They also cover Jen’s path from college dropout to esthetician and entrepreneur, practical habits and products she loves, and how faith, coaching, and authentic sales intersect in building community and influence. Where to Reach Jen More: Facebook: Jennifer Hardy More Instagram: thejenmore Check out Axxis Beauty: https://axxisbeauty.com/?ref=JENNIFERMORE Welcome10 gives new customers 10% off Where do we find Coach Neena? Facebook https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina Instagram https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/ Get on the Manic Monday Email list https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/

In this first half of a two-part episode, Neena Spina interviews Jen More about her path from serial entrepreneur to coach, the role of mentorship and faith, and practical insights for building authentic, people-first businesses and relationships. They also candidly discuss Jen’s struggle with depression and anxiety, the support systems that helped her (including mental health resources and the suicide hotline), and how hope, community, and faith helped her re-engage with coaching. Suicide Hotline: 988--What is 988? The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline) offers 24/7 call, text, and chat access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing suicidal, substance-related, and/or mental health crises, or any other emotional distress. You can also dial 988 if you’re worried about a loved one who may need support. Once you are connected via phone, text, or chat, a crisis counselor listens to you, works to understand how your problem is affecting you, provides support, and shares resources that may be helpful. These services will also expand to increase local and state response. Connect with Jen More: Facebook: jennifer.more Instagram: thejenmore Where to Reach Coach Neena:  Where do we find Coach Neena? Facebook https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina Instagram https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/ Get on the Manic Monday Email list https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/ iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pivot-2-positivity/id1692281091

In this episode Coach Neena interviews Josephine Passiny, general manager of Mission With A Vision. Josephine shares her personal journey from a Maasai village and teacher to caring for rescued girls—currently 208 in the program and 60 in two safe houses—offering shelter, education, skills training and counseling. She discusses the daily realities of running the refuge, successes and challenges, the importance of community and faith, and how listeners can support scholarships, vocational training and counseling to help girls become ambassadors who change their communities. Where to find Josephine Passiny- Mission with a Vision Missionwithavision.org Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MISSIONWITHAVISION-d6m Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionWithAVisionOrganization Where to Reach Coach Neena  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina Instagram https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/ Get on the Manic Monday Email list https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/

Coach Neena Spina reflects on recent losses and explores how grief can coexist with gratitude, faith, and action. She shares tools from Dr. Paul’s Positive Emotional Freedom Challenge—like gratitude power-ups, kindness challenges, and the influence quadrant—to help listeners acknowledge reality and choose how to carry memories forward. The episode offers practical ways to honor loved ones (including sharing CDs and stories), transform sadness into compassion, and make meaningful offerings while still grieving. Neena invites listeners to connect, find support, and take small steps toward positive connection and purpose. Sign up for Positives with Me!! https://positives.life/?fpr=neena24 Where do we find Coach Neena? Facebook https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina Instagram https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/ Get on the Manic Monday Email list https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/ iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pivot-2-positivity/id1692281091 Calendly Link https://calendly.com/cjspina617/pivot2positivityguestspeaker

Coach Neena Spina interviews Tanya, founder of Little Echo Learning, about creating music-based, gestalt-designed books to support children with delayed speech and autism. Tanya shares the story behind Safe Stay Choices, the 40-book collection across tiers, and validation by professionals and Arizona ESA approval. The episode highlights practical tools for parents, teachers, churches, and caregivers—strategies for transitions, safety, regulation, and inclusion—and Tanya’s vision for training and spreading resources to help neurodivergent children thrive. Where to Order Echo Books:  https://echofamilyresources.org/ Where do we find Coach Neena? Facebook https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina Instagram https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/ Get on the Manic Monday Email list https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/ iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pivot-2-positivity/id1692281091

Coach Neena reflects on losing a beloved friend, Priscilla, and explores how grief touches every area of life through Dr. Paul’s seven key relationships. This episode honors small daily acts of love — the drawings on the fridge, shared meals, and quiet conversations — and invites listeners to cherish and show love while they can. Where do we find Coach Neena? Episode Link: https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-ie7zz-194ace7 Calendly Link https://calendly.com/cjspina617/call-with-neena-1 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina Instagram https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/ Get on the Manic Monday Email list https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/

Coach Neena Spina interviews Jillian, a single mom, massage therapist, and coach, about leaving corporate life to build multiple businesses, navigating deep loss, and discovering how personal growth and nervous-system work support healing and entrepreneurship. Listeners will take away practical tools for calming the nervous system, the value of group coaching and community (Life Support), and encouragement to move forward despite doubt — action creates clarity. Where to find Jillian: Website: BOOK A MASSAGE- Sign up for Life Support Coaching: https://www.abundanthealingtherapy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejillianfoss/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jillian.foss.7 Where do we find Coach Neena? Facebook https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina Instagram https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/ Get on the Manic Monday Email list https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/ iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pivot-2-positivity/id1692281091 Freebie on Victim vs. Hero https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/hero

Neena Spina interviews Lyn Niemeyer, COO of LMNOP Advisors, about her journey from the Navy and government labs to starting her own business. They discuss reframing organizations, knowledge management, fractional COO roles, leadership, diversity as an innovation spark, and overcoming imposter syndrome through faith. Listeners will take away practical tips for simplifying daily priorities, aligning teams to strengths, planning business transitions, and balancing work and family during the "sandwich years." Season 5:Where to Reach Lyn Niemeyer https://www.linkedin.com/company/lmnop-advisors https://lmnopadvisors.com/ Where to Reach Coach Neen Episode Link: https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-ie7zz-194ace7 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/neena.j.spina Instagram https://www.instagram.com/christine.j.spina/ Get on the Manic Monday Email list https://coachneena.myflodesk.com/ iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pivot-2-positivity/id1692281091

Season 5 opens with part one of Angie’s story: a homeschooling mom of seven who turned faith, grit, and a network marketing opportunity into a six-figure business while balancing family life. She shares how being a teen mom, lacking a college degree, and years of homeschooling shaped her choices, the beliefs she had to overcome, and the support—especially from her husband—that helped her grow as an entrepreneur, coach, and podcaster. The conversation ends with a note about technical difficulties and a promise of part two; listeners are invited to reflect on questions for the next episode and to find coaching and connection details in the show notes. Season 5:Where to Reach Angie Ambrosetti The Angie Ambrosetti Show: Let Her Out to Play https://www.facebook.com/angieanddavid angie-lifecoach.com https://www.instagram.com/angieambrosetti/