Go Back Up

How your Past doesn't Define You to Reach your Goals

Podcast Aug 20, 2025 2:36:10 AM jamar-jones 2 min read

In this inspiring episode, we dive deep into conversations about confidence, career paths, resilience, and the courage to start over. Our guests share powerful stories and practical insights that will motivate you to think differently about money, education, and mental health.

✅ Rhonda Nordike – Divorce Financial Advocate and author of Bold Beginnings – on helping women reinvent themselves after divorce and build financial confidence.

✅ Jonaed Iqbal – Founder of NoDegree.com and host of the No Degree Podcast – on creating career opportunities for people without college degrees and challenging traditional success narratives.

✅ Deanna Pelley – Mental health therapist & speaker – on the importance of self-reflection, resilience, and embracing emotions instead of running from them.

✅ Torel Simmons – Host of Rise Urban Nation Podcast – on amplifying Black and Pan-African entrepreneurial voices and creating spaces where representation matters.

💡 Key themes you’ll hear in this episode:

Why knowledge + experience = confidence

How to overcome shame and self-doubt around money and divorce

Rethinking success without a college degree

How COVID revealed hidden struggles with anxiety, depression, and relationships

Why self-reflection is the secret key to resilience and growth

The power of storytelling and representation in inspiring future generations

 

✨ Tune in to hear powerful insights, practical advice, and bold beginnings that can inspire your own journey.

 

 

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