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Sept. 30, 2025

Learning to love yourself one small, faithful step at a time.

Join Sheila Dunbar in this heartfelt episode of Sheila's Take as she explores the deep and sometimes messy process of learning to love oneself as God made us. Sheila shares personal anecdotes, scriptures including Psalms 139:14 and Philippians 1:6, and encourages listeners to take small, intentional steps towards self-compassion and growth. With reminders to avoid comparison and focus on individual journeys, Sheila emphasizes the importance of celebrating small victories and leaning on spiritual...
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Sept. 23, 2025

From Trauma to Triumph: How Alan Lazaros Redefined Success

In this powerful episode of Sheila's Take, host Sheila Dunbar sits down with Alan Lazaros, founder and CEO of Next Level University. Alan shares his transformative journey from experiencing profound loss at a young age and surviving a near-fatal car accident to becoming a globally recognized personal development coach and podcaster. They discuss the importance of aligning external success with internal fulfillment, the holistic approach to self-improvement, and how to achieve health, wealth, and...
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Sept. 16, 2025

Embracing Singlehood as a Space for Growth with Fanny Tristan

In this uplifting episode of "Sheila’s Take," Sheila Dunbar chats with Fanny Tristan, a women’s empowerment coach and founder of Her Soul Supply. Together, they challenge the idea that being single is a problem, especially for women of color, and instead celebrate singlehood as a time for growth, self-love, and freedom. Fanny shares her journey, tips for intentional living, and the power of sisterhood. The episode is full of wisdom, laughs, and encouragement to embrace your own path—reminding li...
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Sept. 9, 2025

From Trauma to Transformation: Neena Perez's Faith-Filled Journey to Purpose

In this powerful episode of Sheila's Take, host Sheila Dunbar sits down with Neena Perez, a dynamic transformational coach, bestselling author, and sought-after motivational speaker who has turned her painful past into a platform for helping others. Neena courageously shares her remarkable journey of resilience—surviving childhood abuse, navigating teen pregnancy, escaping domestic violence, and overcoming poverty. What makes her story extraordinary isn't just what she endured, but how her unwav...
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Aug. 26, 2025

Nurturing Young Hearts: Coach Yana's Digital Approach to Children's Emotional Intelligence | Sheila's Take

Building Childhood Confidence in the Digital Age with Coach Yana - Sheila's Take In this episode of Sheila's Take, Sheila Dunbar welcomes Coach Yana, a creativity-powered confidence coach for kids. Coach Yana has developed a unique digital ecosystem through her platform, The Laptop Life Coach, designed to help children ages 5-12 build confidence and manage their emotions. Using innovative methods like puppetry, storytelling, and virtual clubs, Coach Yana reaches kids where they are most comforta...
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Aug. 19, 2025

Transforming Fear with Rhonda Britten | Sheila's Take Podcast

In this heartfelt and transformative episode of Sheila's Take, host Sheila Dunbar sits down with Emmy Award-winning life coach Rhonda Britten. Rhonda shares her powerful journey from witnessing the traumatic deaths of her parents to becoming a beacon of hope and transformation for countless individuals. They dive deep into the universal nature of fear, exploring practical tools to overcome it and live fearlessly. Rhonda also discusses her groundbreaking 'Wheel of Fear' and 'Wheel of Freedom' con...
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Aug. 12, 2025

Self-Care for Caregivers: Hospice Nurse Jenny Lytle Shares The Becoming Method | Sheila's Take

In this uplifting episode of "Sheila's Take," Sheila Dunbar chats with hospice nurse Jenny Lytle about the real-life struggles and joys of self-care for caregivers. Jenny shares heartfelt stories from her decades in nursing, including lessons learned after losing her mom, and introduces her practical "Becoming Method" for stress and self-care. Listeners get simple, doable tips—like creating a "wins file" and a "happy basket"—to make self-care easy and guilt-free. The vibe is warm, encouraging, a...
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Aug. 5, 2025

Fearfully & Wonderfully: Embracing God's Vision of You

In this uplifting episode of "Sheila’s Take," host Sheila Dunbar opens up about her personal journey with self-love from a Christian perspective. She shares honest struggles with self-criticism, encourages small steps toward self-kindness, and highlights comforting scriptures. Sheila challenges listeners to practice gentle, intentional acts of self-love throughout the week and reminds everyone that growth is a journey, not a race. The episode wraps up with a heartfelt blessing, leaving listeners...
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July 29, 2025

Mirror, Mirror: Finding God's Reflection in Our Changing Faces

In this uplifting episode of "Sheila’s Take," host Sheila Dunbar shares heartfelt reflections on self-image and aging. Drawing from personal experience and biblical wisdom, Sheila encourages listeners to embrace their changing reflections, viewing laugh lines and gray hairs as signs of a life well lived. She reminds us that true beauty comes from within and that our worth is found in our identity in Christ, not the mirror. With warmth and positivity, Sheila inspires gratitude, self-acceptance, a...
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July 22, 2025

Heart Posture: Aligning Your Inner Self with God's Purpose

Welcome to Sheila's Take, your go-to podcast for thoughtful insights on love, faith, fitness, relationships, and navigating today's challenges through a spiritual lens. Join Sheila Dunbar as she delves into the concept of 'heart posture,' exploring how the attitude of your inner self towards God and the world around you shapes your relationships and personal growth. Sheila reflects on her own experiences and discusses how to attain a heart posture rooted in humility, trust, and love. Through bib...
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July 15, 2025

Divine Dreams: How God Speaks Through Our Sleep | Sheila's Take

Divine Dreams: Insights from Biblical Stories with Sheila Dunbar In this episode of Sheila's Take, Sheila Dunbar discusses the significance of dreams in the Bible, sharing personal anecdotes and biblical stories such as Joseph's rise to power and Daniel's wisdom. She emphasizes how God communicates through dreams, how to discern if a dream is from God, and the importance of being spiritually attuned. Sheila also offers practical tips for distinguishing divine messages from ordinary dreams and co...
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July 8, 2025

Trading Comfort for Calling: A Conversation with Kyle Gabhart | Sheila's Take

In this episode of Sheila's Take, host Sheila Dunbar has an inspiring conversation with Kyle Gabhart. Kyle shares his transformative journey of leaving Texas at 19 to explore Southern Africa, and how that experience reshaped his worldview. He discusses the importance of stepping out of one's comfort zone to discover true purpose and faith. Kyle also introduces his upcoming book, 'The Canteen,' and shares insights on living a legacy, humility, and taking risks. Tune in to hear about Kyle's remark...