One Degree to Victory
Welcome to One Degree to Victory, the podcast where we help navigate life's toughest challenges while building the emotional security and freedom to live their best year yet. Each episode provides practical tools, heartfelt stories, and expert insights to guide you through day-to-day experiences and chart a path toward new possibilities.
Whether you're overcoming trauma, pursuing self-care, or redefining your future, this show will empower you to turn adversity into adventure for both yourself and your family.
Tune in to unlock the strategies for lasting success, and let's create your BEST year ever!
Episodes
83 episodes
Turning Trauma into Triumph for Foster Youth w/Sharon Dunlevy
What happens when a teen who calls herself "the spawn of Satan" finds someone who believes in her educational potential? Sharon Dunleavy, founder of Foster Care Training Today, shares this remarkable transformation story and many others as she ...
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Money Mindfulness and Grief with Paula Harris
Money matters often take a backseat during grief, but financial awareness becomes crucial for rebuilding life after loss. Paula Harris, co-owner of WH Cornerstone Investments and fierce widow advocate, brings clarity to what many find overwhelm...
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The Letter that Changes Everything: A Message from Your Future Self
What if your future self could send you a letter of encouragement right now? What would they tell you about the life you're building and the choices you're making today?This episode opens with a powerful visualization—a letter from your...
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Break the Pattern: Turn Your Pain Into Power and Your Worth Into Wealth
Ruth's story isn't about finding the perfect man but about how she moved forward with faith and humility in dire circumstances.• Moving from gleaning to growing shifts us from survival to strategic influence• When money flows into w...
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Shopping Carts Don't Fix Broken Hearts: A Journey Inward
Have you been caught in the cycle of retail therapy, hoping a new wardrobe might chase away the blues? You're not alone. I recently found myself filling shopping carts, seeking transformation through purchases, only to discover that nothing fel...
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Resilience in Drive: When Hope Takes the Wheel
Ever been told you're strong when you feel anything but? That's exactly where this raw, unfiltered conversation begins. Strength isn't what people think—it's not about being naturally tough or unbreakable. True resilience comes from fierce dete...
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Finding New Routes When Life Blocks Your Way
Hope isn't found in specific goals but in knowing multiple pathways exist when obstacles block our way. Life presents us with choices offering different routes that might lead us to even better destinations than we originally planned.• ...
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From Setbacks to Comebacks: Cultivating Radical, Determined Hope
Hope is the radical act of believing your future can be brighter than this moment and knowing you have the power to make it so despite obstacles, setbacks, and losses along the way. For those who've faced trauma, adversity, and setbacks, the pa...
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Finding Power in the Pause: How Women of Color Can Heal and Thrive in Their Singleness
Fannie Tristan, a clinical social worker and founder of Her Soul Supply, shares her journey of supporting women of color through breakups and relationship challenges while helping them reclaim their power and find joy in singleness.• Ba...
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She Believed She Could: Hope as Framework for Navigating Trauma
Hope is an empowering and actionable force that can reshape your life. In our latest episode, we dive deep into the nuances of cultivating hope.• Exploring hope as an active force • Vision and clarity in setting tangible goals...
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Decisions: The Line in the Sand
Explore the transformative power of decision-making and how it shapes our lives and futures. We discuss the significance of radical intention and navigating the resistance that often accompanies strong commitments.Get ready to challenge...
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The Connection Between Radical Intention, Directed Attention, and Vision
This episode explores how to turn visions into reality through radical intention and focused action. We discuss the importance of daily declarations, eliminating distractions, and showing up as the person you're becoming before you even get the...
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Crafting Your Destiny through Focus and Intention
This episode explores the powerful interplay between intention and attention. Our discussion emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, pruning distractions, and intentionally directing energy toward personal growth and opportunities.
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#SelifeSunday w/Jessica Wiley: The Power of Words in Life's Unpredictable Journey
Jessica Wiley, an inspiring new voice in literature, joins us for the very first episode of Selfie Sunday in 2025. From a quiet childhood in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, to overcoming personal challenges, Jessica shares her compelling journey to becom...
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Breaking the AutoPilot: Your Divine GPS to Purposeful Living
Explore the art of living with intentionality. We'll dissect practical strategies and scriptural insights that empower you to ignore life's distractions and focus on what matters. Whether you're navigating family traumas or seeking to overcome ...
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Reflection and Direction: Your Journey of Becoming
There is an indescribable power and freedom that come with choosing your path and crafting a life tailored to your aspirations. In this transformative episode, we explore the journey of self-discovery and the courage it takes to walk your...
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Letting Go: Peace in the Present, Inspiration in the Instance
Listen in as we navigate the path to mindfulness by freeing ourselves from the ego's grip, opening up a world of personal growth and learning. I'll share practical tips on observing life without attachment, enabling you to see things as they tr...
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Into the Forest: A Journey of Acceptance and Renewal
Grief can feel overwhelming and isolating, but navigating it with acceptance and action can lead to profound healing and joy. In this episode, we explore the difference between pain and suffering, the power of movement, and the importance of cr...
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Accepting What We Cannot Change, While Taking Action on What We Can
We'll navigate the delicate balance between acceptance and change, learning to focus on altering what we can—ourselves. Shed the distractions, embrace reality, and prepare to embark on a soul-stirring journey of self-discovery and empowerment. ...
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The Journey of the Shift
This episode highlights the transformative power of radical acceptance and the journey of letting go. By shifting our mindset from “I can’t” to “I can,” we can navigate the challenges of life with faith and purpose, leading to profound healing ...
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Breaking Free to Discover Joy Within
This episode explores the transformative power of intentional joy and how small shifts can lead to a more fulfilling life. Through the lens of the Where's My S.T.U.F.F framework, my approach is to help you navigate life's transitions through St...
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The Ripple Effect of Kindness: Transforming Lives Through Shared Joy
One act of kindness could ripple through a community, transform lives, and forge connections in its wake. This episode promises to guide you through the "upward spiral effect," where joy begets more joy, and simple, genuine actions can create a...
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The Art of Living Joyfully Every Day
Today, on One Degree to Victory, we explore the life-altering concept of joy as an intentional practice rather than a mere result of external circumstances. Through my personal journey of transforming our family’s atmosphere during challenging ...
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Cultivating Joy: A Practice for Every Season
Joy doesn't wait for perfection; it thrives in the here and now, and I promise it's closer than you think.In this heartfelt conversation, we'll uncover how small acts and genuine attention can transform our lives, illustrating the power...
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Forgiving as the Gateway to Transformation
Unlock the true power of forgiveness and transform your life in ways you never imagined. Imagine shedding the heavy baggage of past grievances and stepping into a realm of endless possibilities. In this episode, we explore how letting go of res...
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Steps to Forgiveness: Transforming Hurt into Harmony
Join me, your hostess-with-the-mostess Nelieta Hollis, as I share my own journey through the storm of betrayal and the healing oasis I discovered through forgiveness. By tuning in, you'll uncover the steps to acknowledge and tend to emotional w...
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Transforming Money Mindsets for Generational Prosperity
Ever paused to think about your money story? How past experiences might be pulling the strings of your present financial decisions? Let's peel back the layers of this mystery with Robin Miller from Five Rings Financial. We're going to delve int...
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From Past Pain to Present Peace: A Forgiveness Journey
In this episode of Ways to Win Wednesdays, we explore the message about the transformative power of forgiveness. I invite you to challenge the misconception that forgiveness means condoning hurt, asserting instead that it's a liberating a...
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The Transformative Power of Forgiveness: Reclaiming Freedom and Self-Love
What if the key to your personal freedom lies in the power of forgiveness? Join me, Nelieta Hollis, on this transformative episode of "Ways to Win Wednesday," where we unravel the complexities of letting go of past grievances to unlock a future...
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Aligning Values with New Beginnings: Navigating Purpose and Growth
Embarking on a transformative journey can be both exhilarating and daunting. What if the very essence of your core values is put to the test in a new role? In this episode, I navigate through the emotional landscape of starting a job that chall...
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