Authentic Thriving Podcast

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By: Abies Sonia

Welcome to Thriving mindset podcast. On this platform I will be talking on mental health, emotional wellbeing, sprituality, business, career, purpose . This will help you transform your mind as a person, help you live a purposeful life with clarity through holistic intentional lifestyle.Your feedback comments and share will be highly appreciated. Thank you and look forward to serving you value and authenticity. 

A Father's Gift: Understanding the Different Types of Fatherhood
Yesterday at 11:00 PM

Fatherhood extends far beyond biological connections, encompassing various roles that shape children's lives and emotional development. We explore the different types of fathers and their unique challenges and contributions to family dynamics.

• Present fathers provide emotional availability and demonstrate that nurturing isn't exclusively maternal
• Absent fathers may be physically present but emotionally unavailable, potentially leading to attachment issues in children
• Foster fathers offer stability to children who have experienced trauma, requiring exceptional patience and flexibility 
• Adoptive fathers make permanent commitments, often navigating cultural differences with sensitivity and unconditional love
• Stepfathers must build trust gradually r...


Gratitude in the face of Adversity: A Life Long Commitment
05/31/2025

What transforms a person from the depths of suicidal thoughts to becoming a beacon of positivity and change? Adewunmi Adisa's remarkable journey reveals how gratitude can become a lifeline when facing life's greatest challenges.

Growing up in Ipodo, Ikeja an environment where violence and negative influences were the norm, Adewumi could have easily followed a destructive path. Instead, through education, faith, and mentorship, he discovered his artistic talents and forged a successful career in advertising and creative media. But his most profound transformation came after hitting rock bottom when a relationship breakdown left him homeless in the...


Beneath the facade: Exploring the mind of a single independent Woman - Part 2
05/20/2025

What does it truly mean to thrive as a single, independent woman in today's world? Our compelling conversation with Uche delves into the profound journey of single motherhood, exploring the space between societal expectations and authentic living.

"Motherhood is a role. Woman is who I am." This powerful distinction forms the foundation of our discussion as we unpack how women can honour both their individuality and their parenting responsibilities. For too many single mothers, these identities become blurred, leading to confusion, guilt, and parenting challenges that stem from not knowing which "hat" to wear in different situations.<...


Beneath the Facade: Exploring The Mind of a Single Independent Woman - Part 1
05/19/2025

What happens when society merges your identity as a woman with your role as a mother? In this groundbreaking conversation, we're joined by Uche, a 38-year-old single independent woman who boldly challenges the way we think about identity, boundaries, and self-prioritization.

Uche illuminates the critical difference between being a single woman and being a single mother, two separate identities that often become entangled not just by society, but first in our own minds. With refreshing candor, she reveals how institutions, communities, and even religious organizations inadvertently force single mothers into spaces where they don't fully belong, listening...


Religious Trauma: The Price of Blind Faith Episode
#2
05/05/2025

Religious Trauma: The Price of Blind Faith:


This is a heavy topic. Which brings profound and complex issue that affects many individuals who have experienced harm or distress as a result of their religious upbringing or community. Often, this trauma stems from environments that emphasize strict adherence to doctrines, discourage questioning, and impose rigid moral codes. For some, these settings can lead to feelings of guilt, anxiety, and unworthiness, especially if their personal beliefs or identities conflict with those prescribed by their faith.
Healing from religious trauma involves a multifaceted approach. It often begins with...


Who Am I Without the Labels Trauma Gave Me?
#1
04/24/2025

Who am i without the labels trauma gave me? 

This question invites a journey of self-discovery and healing, an exploration of identity beyond the scars of the past. Without the labels, you are an individual full of potential, creativity, and resilience. You are someone capable of growth, with the power to redefine yourself on your own terms. Embrace the freedom to explore your passions, dreams, and values, and nurture the qualities that truly define who you are. 
In this process, you may find strength in vulnerability, wisdom in experience, and joy in the simple moments of li...


How to Maximise your Talent
#13
01/30/2024

On Season 2 episode 13th  on Authentic thriving podcast, the title is How to Maximise your Talent. 

I shared on how to maximise your talent. We are all naturally great at different things but in other to authentically thrive with out talent, we have to adopt TALENT, which stands for 

Teachable: be willing to learn from others even if you are great 

Attitude : adopt good attitude with growth mindset 

Learn various ways to use your talent

Energy: cultivate a positive energy 

Nice: make sure you are nice and not ar...


Reason, Season or Lifetime
#12
12/01/2023

On the 12th  episode on Authentic thriving podcast, it was based on A reason, season and lifetime 

I shared on how to take inventory on the 12th month of the year, and how best to evaluate or goals and our network for the new season ahead.

As you evaluate check your :

Planning format

Power and control 

Resources 

Skills/ability 

 

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Strategies to empower yourself to forgive
11/01/2023

On this episode on Authentic thriving podcast, this podcast was based on forgiveness

I shared the benefit of forgiving. 

Practical steps to achieve forgiveness 

And gain liberation 

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How to beat Parental imposter syndrome
10/02/2023

On this episode on Authentic thriving podcast, this podcast was based on parenting

As usual I shared my experience of parental imposter syndrome  

Some dangers of parental imposter syndrome 

Take practical steps to manage people pleasing.

And how to manage parental imposter syndrome 

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Understanding the root of your people pleasing
09/01/2023

On this episode on Authentic thriving podcast, this podcast was based on people pleasing. 

I share my people pleasing experience and the reasons for people pleasing. 

Identify the reason you are people pleasing.

Take practical steps to manage people pleasing.

And how to manage people pleasing and become more resilient.  

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God and the Devil wants you dead
08/01/2023

On this episode on Authentic thriving podcast, this podcast was based on our spirituality 

I explained on the reasons God want us dead 

And the reasons the devil wants you dead.

This is an intriguing episode .

Remember the plans that God wants to us are plans of  good and not of evil 

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How To Preserve Your Mental Health As A Parent
#7
07/03/2023

On this episode on Authentic thriving podcast, I shared on how parents can preserve their mental health to avoid overwhelm and frustration. You can preserve your mental health by : 

Bonding with your children 

Engaging with your children and their activities 

Take time off to socialise , refresh and have fun.

Create a better routine for your children 

Engage in a hobby the can enable you get into a state of flow

Contribute to a fulfilling purpose 

Learn new things 

Manage your finances properly 

Be ca...


Just Start
#6
06/01/2023

On this episode on Authentic thriving podcast, it was mainly to encourage, inspire and motivate someone to Just start: start living instead of just surviving, start thriving instead of just surviving, start living to fulfil purpose and blossom

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Address The Little Things In Order To Consistently Thrive
#5
05/01/2023

On this episode on Authentic thriving podcast, I discussed the things that could hinder us from thriving:

Avoid negative self-talk because you are listening. 

Avoid Ruminating (a state of worry )

Let go of Unforgiveness

Stop comparing and competing 

Avoid people pleasing 

 

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How To Prioritise Your Child’s Mental Wellbeing
#4
04/18/2023

On this episode on Authentic thriving podcast, I shared issues that can affect your child’s mental wellbeing and shared practical tips that parents can explore to improve the mental wellbeing of their child.

Different learning needs of children were also discussed, and it includes:

Kinaesthetic, auditory and visual learners. (Tips on how to identify your child’s learning style was shared)

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Protecting Your Life Purpose
#3
03/06/2023

On this episode on Authentic thriving podcast, I shared on how to Protect your life purpose.

In  other to achieve our purpose in life , we have to be resilient , focus on what is within our control,  learn how to be resourceful with our talents, skills, network. And develop and maintain a growth mindset of either winning or learning .

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Transition Support System
#1
02/13/2023

On this first episode, i will be speaking on various life transtions and how to thrive consistently in different seasons. I also touched on procrastination :choose progress over perfection . I elaborated on how to leverage on support systems to cope and thrive during and in transitions. 
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steps to experience post traumatic growth
#2
02/13/2023

On this episode of Authentic thriving podcast, I talked about how to use REACCESS to grow after experiencing trauma:

Reflect 

Emotional regulation

Alignment

Cultivate new habits.

Connect to right people.

Express yourself creatively. 

Speak powerful words.

Support others 

 

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