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Description: Today’s Success is Subjective conversation is between Joanna and her guest, Caurel Richards. Growing up in Jamaica, Caurel felt a lot of pressure to go to college and was under the impression that an education was all she needed in order to achieve any goal she had for herself in life. Stumbling through college, unsure of what route to take, it took time for Caurel to ultimately discover a career that was in alignment with her unique personality. Caurel gives meaningful and applicable advice to listeners who are struggling to uncover their own calling. Connect with Caurel Richards IG: @InDivineThyme  Website: InDivineThyme.com Connect with Joanna Lilley   Success is Subjective Website Lilley Consulting Website Lilley Consulting on Facebook  Sponsored by: College Alternative Email joanna@successissubjective.org 

Have you ever found yourself in a pivotal moment of not connecting with the career that you received training or an education in, but not feeling empowered to try something new? That’s the story of today’s Success is Subjective guest, Jess Diamond. Joanna and Jess talk through what that season of Jess’s life looked like, and the moment Jess decided to let go of all she had, to embrace something new. This episode will challenge the way you look at your career and life and will inspire you to make the changes you feel a stirring to make. Connect with Joanna Lilley   Success is Subjective Website Lilley Consulting Website Lilley Consulting on Facebook  Sponsored by: College Alternative Email joanna@successissubjective.org Connect with Jess Diamond Website: jessdiamondcoaching.com IG: @coach.jessdiamond

Today’s episode of Success if Subjective features a conversation between Joanna and her guest, Amanada Blau. Growing up in Canada, Amanda felt immense pressure to attend University. While she started off on that path, it didn’t take long for things to fall apart and for Amanda to realize that she needed to learn who she was, before deciding what to do with her life. Tune in to hear how Amanda went from a winding road of hardships and disappointments to full embodiment of who she is, which inevitably helped her uncover the career she feels in alignment with. Connect with Joanna Lilley   Success is Subjective Website Lilley Consulting Website Lilley Consulting on Facebook  Sponsored by: College Alternative Email joanna@successissubjective.org Connect with Amanda Blau  IG: @amandalaurenblau FB: Amanda Lauren Blau  Website: amandalaurenblau.com

Growing up in the suburbs, just outside of Philly, with supportive parents, Timmy’s academic success was off to a good start. While he saw school as a means to play lacrosse and hang out with friends, he was able to get by and fulfill his academic obligations. Tragedy struck just before highschool graduation, sending Timmy into an addiction that spiraled into media headlines. Tune in to hear how Timmy reclaimed his life and how he’s now helping others do the same. Connect with Timmy Brooks Synergy  timmy@synergyhouses.com Connect with Joanna Lilley   Success is Subjective Website Lilley Consulting Website Lilley Consulting on Facebook  Sponsored by: College Alternative Email joanna@successissubjective.org 

Today’s episode of Success is Subjective is a heartfelt conversation between Joanna and her guest, Rachel Gutow-Ellis. Coming from a background of shame and perfectionism, Rachel struggled with her mental health from a very young age. From a suicide attempt at 11 years old, to getting engaged to a man 4 weeks after meeting him, Rachel’s childhood and young adult life were nothing but easy or predictable. In today’s episode, Rachel shares how she eventually was able to own her life and step into her calling. Connect with Rachel Gutow Ellis Newcastle Educational Consultants (713) 569-4661 rachel@newcastleeducationalconsultants.com Connect with Joanna Lilley   Success is Subjective Website Lilley Consulting Website Lilley Consulting on Facebook  Sponsored by: College Alternative Email joanna@successissubjective.org 

Today’s episode of Success is Subjective is a conversation between Joanna and her guest, Alex Mufson. Alex has a diverse background working in many different helping professions. After being diagnosed with a chronic illness, Alex had to change career paths and take an alternative route that she did not expect. This episode is for those who feel life has dealt them a poor hand and who are struggling to find their way. Tune in to hear how Alex learned to trust her path and cultivate resiliency and how you can do the same. Connect with Alex Mufson Website: Aspen Growth Coaching  Documentary: America to Me IG: @alex.mufson  IG: @aspengrowthcoaching FB: Aspen Growth Coaching  Connect with Joanna Lilley   Success is Subjective Website Lilley Consulting Website Lilley Consulting on Facebook  Sponsored by: College Alternative Email joanna@successissubjective.org 

Today’s “Special Parent Series” is a conversation between Joanna and CJ. CJ explains the journey of his daughter’s waning mental health, which eventually led to full blown addiction. With various counselors and sobriety programs yielding no substantial change, CJ and his wife made a reluctant decision to give their daughter an ultimatum. Listen to this episode to find out how CJ’s daughter went from addiction to sobriety, and from traumatized to emotionally stable. Connect with Joanna Lilley   Success is Subjective Website Lilley Consulting Website Lilley Consulting on Facebook  Sponsored by: College Alternative Email joanna@successissubjective.org 

Today’s episode of Success is Subjective features a conversation between Joanna and Kyle. Kyle is a recovered addict, who has helped young adults overcome their own addictions. He talks about his journey of attending treatment centers, to working in sales and marketing, and to eventually settling into his calling when he launched his own recovery center for youth. Tune in to hear how Kyle overcame addiction and why he’s now so passionate about helping others do the same. Connect with Kyle Carter Sustain Recovery Connect with Joanna Lilley   Success is Subjective Website Lilley Consulting Website Lilley Consulting on Facebook  Sponsored by: College Alternative Email joanna@successissubjective.org 

Today’s episode of Success is Subjective is another Special Parent Series between Joanna and the father of a boy named Pablo. Pablo’s dad talks about the early warning signs that Pablo was struggling mentally and emotionally, that he now sees in hindsight. He also shares what led up to one of the hardest decisions he ever had to make for Pablo, and how Pablo’s arrest was ultimately the beginning of healing for their family. Resources mentioned:  Prepare to Bloom Meyer Education & Family Services Connect with Joanna Lilley   Success is Subjective Website Lilley Consulting Website Lilley Consulting on Facebook  Sponsored by: College Alternative Email joanna@successissubjective.org 

Struggling with regrets about the college she decided to attend, Trish launched into adulthood with a rough start. Eventually realizing Lewis & Clark was the college for her, Trish pursued her M.A. in Counseling Psychology. While still taking a light load of therapy clients, Trish launched her therapeutic consulting business in 2020 which has been her primary focus ever since. Tune in to today’s episode of Success is Subjective to hear more about Trish’s winding journey that eventually led her to exactly where she needed and wanted to be. Connect with Trish Ruggles www.pathfinderconsults.com Connect with Joanna Lilley   Success is Subjective Website Lilley Consulting Website Lilley Consulting on Facebook  Sponsored by: College Alternative Email joanna@successissubjective.org

Today’s Special Parent Series features a conversation between Joanna and a mother named Christina. Christina’s son has had a tumultuous journey of unsuccessfully self-medicating ADHD, anxiety and depression through alcohol. Christina shares what life was like during the thick of it, and how her son has found help, beginning with wilderness therapy. She also shares her best advice for parents who are going through a similar struggle with their teen or young adult, and encourages them to trust their own intuition. Connect with Joanna Lilley   Success is Subjective Website Lilley Consulting Website Lilley Consulting on Facebook  Sponsored by: College Alternative Email joanna@successissubjective.org 

What leads someone to get involved in the mental health profession? Oftentimes, it’s that person’s journey of fighting for their own mental health that creates a desire in them to help others who are going through similar things. That’s the story of today’s Success is Subjective guest, Bob Hennen. Tune in to this episode to hear how Bob became a therapist after overcoming addiction at the age of 23, and how since then, he has dedicated his life to helping others do the same. Connect with Bob Hennen  Blue Ridge Therapeutic Wilderness Emerald Arrow  Connect with Joanna Lilley   Success is Subjective Website Lilley Consulting Website Lilley Consulting on Facebook  Sponsored by: College Alternative Email joanna@successissubjective.org 

Today’s special parent series features a conversation between Joanna and Rae. Rae is a single mom whose son Lucas struggled with mental health from early on in his childhood, which eventually led to substance abuse issues. From battling the school district in court, to eventually placing her son in a residential treatment program, Rae shares the arduous journey her and Lucas have been on. Tune in to be encouraged and find hope if you’re the parent of a child who struggles with their mental health.  Connect with Joanna Lilley   Success is Subjective Website Lilley Consulting Website Lilley Consulting on Facebook  Sponsored by: College Alternative Email joanna@successissubjective.org 

Born in Alabama to parents who formerly struggled with addiction, Michael’s own addiction came to a head when he was a teenager. His first treatment program pulled him away from his education and his peers at age 16. After that, Michael struggled to feel like he could succeed both in high school and in college, until his journey with sobriety truly began in his early twenties. Tune in to today’s episode to hear how Michael eventually found lasting freedom from addiction, and how he is now using his life experiences to give back and help others. Connect with Michael Fierman Ascend Recovery  IG: @mfierman  FB: Michael Fierman  Phone #: (205) 540-5147 Connect with Joanna Lilley   Success is Subjective Website Lilley Consulting Website Lilley Consulting on Instagram  Lilley Consulting on Facebook  Sponsored by: College Alternative Email joanna@successissubjective.org 

On today’s Special Parent Series, Joanna talks to Stephanie Fierman about what it was like to parent her son Michael through his addiction. While Stephanie and her husband both had ongoing involvement with recovery support groups, they still were not prepared when their own son Michael began reaching for drugs as a teenager. With the gift of hindsight, Stephanie shares what warning signs they missed, and discusses the isolation and shame the family felt during that time. Tune in to hear how Michael eventually found lasting sobriety and what advice Stephanie has for parents who are walking the same road.  Connect with Stephanie sfierman@cirquelodge.comConnect with Joanna Lilley   Success is Subjective Website Lilley Consulting Website Lilley Consulting on Instagram  Lilley Consulting on Facebook  Sponsored by: College Alternative Email joanna@successissubjective.org 

On today’s episode of Success is Subjective, Joanna sits down with lifelong outdoorsman, Kareem Dieng. Kareen shares his journey of discovering his calling through trial and error. From playing football in college before dropping out, to working in corporate America, to joining the military and eventually running a guided tour and a photography business with his wife, Kareem shares the reality of what it was like for him to figure out his career path. Tune in to find out how Kareem ultimately realized what path he wanted to pursue, and to hear his best advice for young people who are trying to make their own way in the world. Connect with Kareem Dieng Outdoor Leadership Program Opt For Epic  Rising Sun Adventure Tours kareem@risingsonadventure.com IG: @risingsunadventure FB: @risingsunadventure Connect with Joanna Lilley   Success is Subjective Website Lilley Consulting Website Lilley Consulting on Instagram  Lilley Consulting on Facebook  Sponsored by: College Alternative Email joanna@successissubjective.org 

Today’s Special Parent Series features a conversation between Joanna and Sarah. As a young adult, Sarah’s son struggled with addiction, which left the whole family in a very fragile and painful season. Tune in to hear what it was like for Sarah and her family to live through that period of time, what resources they utilized, and how the entire family eventually overcame and healed together. Connect with Joanna Lilley   Success is Subjective Website Lilley Consulting Website Lilley Consulting on Instagram  Lilley Consulting on Facebook  Sponsored by: College Alternative Email joanna@successissubjective.org 

Watching her high school peers effortlessly determine what future careers to pursue, Noelle struggled to decipher what her ultimate goal was. From various sales jobs, to starting her own business, to enrolling and dropping out of college, all while processing major traumas, Noelle finally realized what makes her heart come alive. Join Joanna on today’s episode as she learns how Noelle has navigated issues surrounding self-esteem, career and grief, and how she ultimately became a published poet. Connect with Noelle Rousseau Tiktok: @loelle Blog: trainofthought.ca  Book: Unpacking  Book: Metanoia Connect with Joanna Lilley   Success is Subjective Website Lilley Consulting Website Lilley Consulting on Facebook  Sponsored by: College Alternative Email joanna@successissubjective.org 

While showing tremendous academic promise from a young age, Michael and Shanna’s son was crippled by symptoms of anxiety and ADHD in high school, which ultimately led to him dropping out of college, struggling in the workforce, in relationships and with suicidal ideation. On today’s special parent series, Joanna talks to Michael and Shanna to learn how they were able to endure this time as a family, and ultimately get their son’s life back on track. If you have a teen or young adult who is struggling with their mental health, this is an episode that you don’t want to miss. Connect with Joanna Lilley   Success is Subjective Website Lilley Consulting Website Lilley Consulting on Instagram  Lilley Consulting on Facebook  Sponsored by: College Alternative Email joanna@successissubjective.org 

After witnessing his mother’s overdose and suicide attempt, and then living in various hotels and shelters following his parents’ divorce, it’s no surprise that Charlie Van Leuven eventually spiraled into a life of substance abuse. On today’s episode of Success is Subjective, Joanna sits down with Charlie to hear how he fought his way out of the pit of addiction and how he now supports others on their journey to sobriety. This conversation will give you a glimpse into the raw reality of how unresolved trauma can lead to addiction, and what it takes to achieve recovery. It’s a meaningful episode that you don’t want to miss. Connect with Charlie Van Leuven National Treatment Transport Independence Recovery Coaching  Association of Mediation and Transport Services (AMATS) 1-800-got-junk? Connect with Joanna Lilley   Success is Subjective Website Lilley Consulting Website Lilley Consulting on Instagram  Lilley Consulting on Facebook  Sponsored by: College Alternative Email joanna@successissubjective.org