Oneika Mays would go from feeling like she was finally seen by others to seeing herself for the first time in a whole new way. Come in and listen to Oneika Mays story. She’s type A, energetic, down to earth and another downright amazing F50Woman and she’s doing yoga in prison.

In this #podcast episode you will learn about a TEDx Speaker and author of Ohio House Bill 50, who rose from poverty in a country with low expectations for young women, driven by her desire to learn. Inspired by the compassion of her teachers after moving to the U.S., she became a teacher herself, living a life of compassion and sharing transformative wisdom as an F50Woman.

“A woman over 50, this woman wrote a book about the Ukraine called “Sunflowers Beneath the Snow” and she’s donating portions of the proceeds to help those effected by the war. But, as a young girl she wanted to be a brain surgeon, an Olympic ice skater, and an author. Somewhat of a multipotentialite, it wouldn’t be until this educated and confident woman fell into and climbed out of the darkness of abuse that her life would prosper. Come and listen to how she got out, rode tandem across the country and prospered. This is Teri Brown’s story and she is a writer, an author, a self-proclaimed desk-jockey, and another strong and amazing F50Woman.”

“She was the first person from her family to go to college and graduate, but this young girl was broken early after being assaulted as a child. Traumatized, on that innocent but unimaginable day in first grade, her brain was forever changed. As a result, she grew up insecure and struggling for identity, finding her value by getting involved and being seen. Her road was long. But through the fire of “odd eating disorders,” depression, and “suicidal tendencies” she was finally able to dig her brain, one load at a time, out of the “icebox.” This is Sue Bowles story. She’s a hope coach, a survivor, and a thriving and God filled F50Woman.”

“This young girl’s first big dream was to become a navy fighter pilot, her second big dream was to become a police officer like her father, which she finally did. After rigorous training to get into the police force, she rose in the ranks through dedication and hard work. The journey was hard, and long, and it was all she wanted it to be, until it wasn’t. So, she left the police force and became an activist. But her life would be forever altered after being attacked by a stranger. This is Greta McClain’s story, a former police officer, activist, and survivor. She is one strong, resilient, and purpose filled F50Woman.”

“The oldest of three children, she was a spoiled daddy’s girl who love sports. As a young girl, her parents ensured she was always productive, they kept her active, and she was always pushed to lead. Unbeknownst to her, all of that would ripen her into the leader she is today. And today she’s an HR executive, a pastor, a business owner, a writer, and a public speaker, a leader on every one of her life’s stages; at her job, in her business, spiritually, personally, and professionally. Come in and listen and hear how she does it all. This is Maxine Johnson’s story. Always pushing to be her best, she is one energetic, insightful, wise, and powerfully humble F50Woman.”

“She was raised by a working dad and stay at home mom. Driven, she was very competitive and got overly involved in everything. As she grew, she wanted to do something to change the world but was unsure what exactly that would be. She would grow to become a doctor, and after dealing with patents, promotions, lots of papers, she quit and decide to start writing medical fiction. It was long journey with twists and turns. Come in and hear what happened to change the direction of her life at 50. This is Tammy Euliano’s story, and she is one smart and highly educated introvert and a transformed F50Woman.”

“She was born into a loving family of rebels who taught her that education was key. And, when she got older, she set out to fulfill that teaching. But her plans would be averted after she became a teenage mom. She would end up struggling through divorce and wrestling through single motherhood. Nevertheless, she rose. Cindy earned both her Bachelors and Masters degrees, she wrote a book, and started several businesses all between the ages of 40 and 60. Come and hear how learning to “Not Fight Mad” changed everything for her and how it can change your life too. This is a story of doing the unplanned and unexpected. This is Cindy Villaneuva’s story and it’s a story of continual overcoming and perseverance from another strong, resilient, calm, and God fearing F50Woman.”

“She was born into a family of wealthy entrepreneurs which empowered her to follow her passions early. Born and raised in Italy, she was passionate about American culture which ended up taking this disciplined rebel on a solo journey across the United States. But her family’s business, like so many others during the economic downturn, would go bust and she would have to reinvent herself from that high powered successful dominant woman she was into the lifestyle designer she is today. She didn’t just change her career she changed he live and now she lives the Dolce Vita lifestyle. Come in and learn how she transitioned and how she teaches leaders, like you, to do it too. This is Angela Santi’s story, and she is one disciplined, energetic, and dynamic F50Woman.”

“She lived on four continents by the time she was 16. She was the first girl to fully board at a boy’s boarding school. Back and forth between different countries her challenges as a young woman would culminate in finding her mother dead on the bathroom floor. Yet, through travel, trauma, and untapped feelings she still rose to become a software engineer, finding comfort in its logical and predictability. Now finishing up her stint as a full-time mom she has found more than inner peace, she says her body has been transformed, the shape of her skull has changed, and her spine has straightened. Come and hear how it all happened and how it can work for you too. This woman is passionate about spreading hope to the world. This is Ann Hince’s story and it is almost unbelievable but true. This is a story of overcoming from one incredible and straightforward F50Woman.”

“As a young girl she loved sports and hoped that sports would pay her way through college. When she grew that hope was realized but it worked out a little different that she anticipated. Rather than going to a typical college or university she was recruited to play ball by the navy. In the Navy she would learn a whole lot of leadership skills. But success and successful leadership proved to be just the beginning of her ultimate growth as a woman. Emily Duval Harman is up next. She is a homebody and a high achiever, now learning how to just be. Come and learn from this coach, leader, mom and military veteran and another excellent and calm F50Woman.”

“With a family history full of health issues, she decided early that she wanted to be an exercise therapist. She didn’t know what that really was then, but she does now. All grown up and over 50 she’s now a multi-disciplined coach. One of her specialties is as a Divorce Coach. If you’re wondering what that is, you need to tune in and let Kelli Calabrese inform you about how she conquered divorce, became a divorce coach, and found her bonus life. You can find your bonus life too; after divorce, after leaving a career, after turning 50, and more. Up next, is Kelli Calabrese and another amazing story from one smooth, encouraging, and high-achieving F50Woman.”

“Her struggle with power started when she was a young girl. That’s when she learned “pitching a fit” was a great way to get her voice heard. Fast forward, she would grow up to be denied a raise in one of the most insulting ways. And no, she didn’t “pitch a fit,” but she didn’t claim he power either. Now as she looks back, and as she looks around at other women in similar situations, she realizes that no one is taking our power, we are giving it away. Stay tuned and listen to Gail Rudolph’s story; she’s a leader, an executive coach, and one enthusiastic and aware F50Woman.”

“She grew up in an authoritarian religious family of emotional eaters. Which would result in her becoming an extremely accomplished, but emotionally suppressed, young woman. Memories of gifts of sugar treats taught her to care for herself with food. She now agrees that the mental food cycle is craziness. Are you ready to be done with the craziness? Are you ready to finally trust yourself with food? Then tune in and begin your journey to release yourself from decades of self-disrespect and self-denial. This is Cassie Christopher one amazingly self-aware, confident, and fun, up-and-coming F50Woman.”

“As a young girl she was a shy introvert. But she grew up to become a lawyer and a mother of three! Then one day she was called by God to become a coach. And she struggled with that idea for years. Finally surrendering, she ran to the rigor of training because she desired the whole scope of knowledge that would come out of serious study. Now, she’s still an introvert, but she is not so shy. Jenny Toh, all the way from Singapore, is an energetic, confident, and encouraging F50Woman.”

"As a young girl she loved to write, and she hoped to become a teacher. But when she grew up, she chose to go to law school. Finally landing in the business world, she blossomed into a business leader, mentor, and writer who helps other women find their “sacred work.” Because you and I both know that no story is that simple you will want to tune in to this chat with one God fearing and grace filled F50Woman.”

“Is there something holding you back from what you really want, and you just can’t get any further? Donna was there but she’s not anymore. This woman, as a young girl, grew up in the church with an excellent foundation. And after her parents divorced, she found inner strength. She followed her passion, and she now lives with no regrets. But she did at one point hit a wall. Come and listen to her full story and find out what that wall was and how she rose above it. This is Donna Renay Patrick another strong, grateful, and successful F50Woman.”

“She was an introverted-extrovert form a family of teachers. So, she naturally went to college to be a teacher too. But she was born for Marketing. So, after getting married, having kids, and then getting divorced she turned back to her introverted-extrovert’s entrepreneurial ways. She quit her job, found a male business surrogate, and finally found her sweet spot. Come in and hear Karen Yankovich’s whole story about how she helps “Good Girls Get Rich.” Here we go with another energized, successful, and entrepreneurial F50Woman.”

“She was born into a family of entertainers, but as a little girl she was intrigued by play money. So, she grew up and shifted through art to business. It all worked together for this artsy personality because she, through hormones, hot flashes, and debt, ended up starting her business in her 50’s! Come in and listen to this chat and get some critical keys to doing that for yourself. It is with great pleasure that I introduce you to Heather Zeitzwolfe The “Vegan CPA!” She’s an accountant, a creative, and another energetic and successful F50Woman.”