What if the very thing that disrupted your life was the doorway to your next breakthrough? Recreation Conversations is a raw and real podcast for high-functioning women navigating life’s unexpected milestone moments—health, finances, divorce, job loss, caregiving, burnout, or rediscovering. These are the stories behind the strength, the quiet battles rarely shared, and the courage it takes to recreate a life that aligns with purpose. If you've ever wondered, “Is it just me?”—this podcast will remind you: you are not alone.
Ignite Your Great by fixing your focus
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Podcast Overview
What if the very thing that disrupted your life was the doorway to your next breakthrough? Recreation Conversations is a raw and real podcast for high-functioning women navigating life’s unexpected milestone moments—health, finances, divorce, job loss, caregiving, burnout, or rediscovering. These are the stories behind the strength, the quiet battles rarely shared, and the courage it takes to recreate a life that aligns with purpose. If you've ever wondered, “Is it just me?”—this podcast will remind you: you are not alone.
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September 9, 2025
From Unexpected Unemployment to Mental Health Empire: How Kelly Dumas Built a Thriving Practice After Career Setback
<p>What happens when an unplanned job loss becomes the catalyst for creating something extraordinary? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kelly Dumas, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and serial entrepreneur from Buffalo, NY, who transformed an unexpected unemployment situation into a thriving mental health empire.</p><p>After finding herself suddenly without traditional employment, Kelly didn't just bounce back—she completely reinvented her career trajectory. Today, she's the Founder and Board Chair of Dumas R.I.S.E. Providers, Inc., a groundbreaking nonprofit expanding culturally centered mental health services, while simultaneously running her own private practice and consulting firm.</p><p>In this candid conversation, Kelly shares:</p><ul><li>The mindset shifts that helped her navigate unemployment with purpose</li><li>How she identified gaps in mental health services for communities of color</li><li>The step-by-step process of building multiple revenue streams in healthcare</li><li>Strategies for turning personal challenges into professional opportunities</li><li>How she created an ecosystem that elevates clinicians of color while serving underserved communities</li><li>Balancing family, personal healing, and entrepreneurship during the rebuilding process</li></ul><p>Kelly's story isn't just about career reinvention—it's about turning systemic barriers into stepping stones and using creativity, advocacy, and community connection to build something bigger than herself. Whether you're facing your own career transition, interested in healthcare entrepreneurship, or looking for inspiration on how to create meaningful impact while building financial stability, Kelly's journey offers actionable insights and proof that unexpected setbacks can become your greatest comeback story.</p><p>Perfect for entrepreneurs, healthcare professionals, career changers, and anyone ready to turn their challenges into their greatest strengths.</p>
August 26, 2025
Refilling Your Cup: Self-Care for Caregivers
<p>Join Vendyau Neville, devoted caregiver, life coach, and passionate minister, as she guides fellow caregivers through the essential but often overlooked journey of self-care. Drawing from her personal experience caring for her husband and her professional expertise coaching caregivers, Vendie understands the unique challenges of maintaining balance while serving others.</p><p>In each episode of "Refilling Your Cup," you'll discover practical strategies for nurturing yourself while providing exceptional care to your loved ones. Vendie tackles the guilt, exhaustion, and overwhelm that caregivers face daily, offering compassionate guidance rooted in both professional insight and lived experience.</p><p>Whether you're caring for a spouse, parent, child, or friend, this podcast reminds you of a fundamental truth: you cannot pour from an empty cup. Learn how to sustain the love and support you give by first caring for yourself. Through inspiring stories, actionable advice, and gentle reminders, Vendie helps caregivers reclaim their well-being without compromising their commitment to those they love.</p><p>Perfect for caregivers who feel stretched thin, guilty about taking time for themselves, or simply need encouragement that self-care isn't selfish—it's essential. Tune in and discover how caring for yourself becomes the foundation for caring for others.</p>
August 19, 2025
Healed Three Times: Anita Dooley's Journey of Faith, Cancer Survival, and Service
<p>Join us for an inspiring conversation with Anita Dooley, a remarkable woman whose life exemplifies resilience, faith, and dedicated service. After thirty years as a beloved 6th grade teacher in the Buffalo Public School System, Anita has touched countless young lives and earned recognition as Urban School Teacher of the Year and Mentor of the Year.</p><p>But Anita's story extends far beyond the classroom. As an ordained Evangelist and Elder with over 40 years of faithful service, she wears many hats in ministry—from Associate Minister and Sunday School teacher to Bible educator and preacher. Her commitment to community shines through her work with the Jeff E. Carter Community Center and Buffalo STEAM Summer Camp.</p><p>In this heartfelt episode, Anita opens up about her most powerful testimony: being healed from cancer not once, but three times. She shares how these experiences have shaped her mission to guide women toward spiritual and natural healing and wholeness.</p><p>We'll also explore her creative side as an accomplished author of four books, including "Saved, Single and Not So Satisfied" and "More Than A Conqueror," plus her theatrical work directing "The Seduction of Innocence."</p><p>Anita's life is a living testament to the transformative power of faith, education, and unwavering determination. Her story will encourage you to find purpose in every season of life and trust in the possibility of healing and renewal.</p><p>Tune in for a conversation that celebrates the intersection of education, ministry, and miraculous healing.</p>
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