Today's ROCK MOVING Interview is with Erika Rothenberger. Coach Karen Gray and Erika explore the themes of resilience, mindset, and personal growth. They discuss the importance of setting goals, practicing gratitude, and building a supportive community. Erika shares her insights on the audacity to pursue one's dreams and the significance of self-care in achieving personal and professional success. The conversation emphasizes the power of kindness and connection in uplifting others while navigating life's challenges. For a little backstory: Erika Rothenberger, LEED AP, PMP is the Director of Performance Systems with Henkels & McCoy. a large national utility contractor. Erika has started two female empowerment networking groups in her community and is a contributor to charity boards, and many networking groups in her community, including a Chair for the Executive Roundtable with POWER. She is a leader in the Greater Philadelphia area as a mentor and believes in lifting other women as she rises. Erika graduated from Villanova University with a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a master’s degree in Business Administration. She is a published author in “You’ve Got this, Boss Mama,” podcast host on “Grit, Grace & Glitz" and a keynote speaker captivating audiences on stages all over the United States in both her corporate and wellness roles. Her entrepreneurial ventures span real estate and a wellness entrepreneur. Erika has received many awards, including a few notable ones: CREW Top 20 under 40, Rebuilding Together Volunteer of the Year, and Top Leader in Action with her wellness company. She also is a major advocate in helping create assault and domestic violence awareness. Key Takeaways from Erika & Karen - Resilience is built through setbacks and challenges. - Writing down goals increases commitment and accountability. - Practicing gratitude can shift your mindset and perspective. - Self-care is essential for maintaining energy and focus. - Creating a culture of kindness can uplift communities. - Embracing audacity means being bold and brave in pursuing dreams. - Finding your purpose is an evolving journey. - Reading and continuous learning are vital for personal growth. - Spreading kindness like glitter can have a profound impact on others. - You don't have to do it alone; community support is crucial. Our Favorite Quote from Erika "The greatest gift you can give yourself is the audacity to be resilient." Chapters 01:09 Finding Purpose and Resilience 03:32 Writing Goals and Sharing Commitment 06:00 Embracing Setbacks and Growth 08:14 Bold and Brave Actions for Resiliency 08:57 The Power of Pause and Gratitude 11:07 Focusing on Goals and Daily Actions 13:10 Investing in Self-Care for Growth 15:33 Creating a Culture of Kindness 20:57 Stepping into Challenging Rooms 25:23 Supportive and Inspiring Relationships 28:18 Expanding and Growing 32:26 Being Fully Present and Intentional 32:33 The Journey of Personal Growth and Evolution 33:51 Embracing Audacity: Being Bold and Brave 37:00 The Power of Reading and Nature for Personal Growth 42:10 Serving and Uplifting Others 47:08 Spreading Kindness and Positivity Connect with Coach Karen Website: ⁠www.CoachKarenGray.com⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://Facebook.com/KarenGrayCoach⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://Instagram.com/CoachKarenGray⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachkarengray-confidence-and-leadership-coach⁠ YOUTUBE: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@coachkarengray⁠ Current FREE Offerings: FREE SELF WORTH ARCHETYPE QUIZ & ⁠My Book “Unleash Your Inner Confidence” ⁠https://www.coachkarengray.com/free-resources⁠ Or Book a Call with Karen on her website: www.coachkarengray.com

Upcoming events where Karen will be speaking

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HUGE THANK YOU TO THE HOSTS OF THE HEALTHY MIND, HEALTHY LIFE PODCAST FOR THIS INTERVIEW AND CONVERSATION:

"In this transformative episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Sana welcomes the inspiring Karen Gray, an ICF Certified Life and Business Coach and CEO of Gray Legacy Partners. Karen shares her powerful journey from the corporate world to becoming a coach for high-achieving women, guiding them to reclaim their self-worth and break free from self-sabotaging behaviors. She talks about how women can embrace their inherent value to overcome imposter syndrome and insecurities, allowing them to thrive both personally and professionally. Listeners will learn how to unlock self-worth, build confidence, and live a life they don’t need to escape from.

Karen Gray is an experienced ICF Certified Life and Business Coach, as well as the co-founder and CEO of Gray Legacy Partners. With over 30 years in corporate America, she now empowers high-achieving women to reclaim their voice, embrace their worth, and live authentically. Karen is passionate about helping women break free from limiting beliefs and self-sabotaging behaviors, allowing them to unlock their full potential."

1. The Power of Value Awareness: Karen introduces ViQ (Value Awareness), explaining its importance for women, especially in leadership roles, and how it influences confidence and decision-making.
2. Overcoming Self-Sabotage: Learn how to identify and break free from the self-sabotaging behaviors that prevent women from reaching their true potential.
3. Building Confidence: Karen shares practical steps to embrace one’s inherent value, which is essential for confidence and professional success.
4. Shifting Identity: Karen's personal journey illustrates how shifting from external validation to inner self-worth is key to personal growth and fulfillment.
5. Receiving Abundance: Understanding the equation of value, belief, and awareness to unlock success, wealth, and happiness in all areas of life.

Link to the Healthy Mind / Healthy Life Podcast:

https://www.podbean.com/site/EpisodeDownload/PB16CFD76XUITS